Father Han Gaozu

Chapter 797

Chapter 797

"Your Highness, that's the way it is."

"Fortunately, Ding Ancheng realized his mistake in time, and did not intensify more conflicts between the two places."

Lei was holding a letter and seriously talked about things in the north.

Liu An sat in the upper seat, his face was uncertain, and he asked, "What did Father say?"

"Your Majesty doesn't seem to care. He just sent someone to warn King Yan to stop doing such a thing again."

Liu An squinted his eyes, asked the doorman at the side for a pen and paper, and started writing.

Soon, Liu An finished writing, shook the paper in his hand, and told the doormen beside him: "Send it to the Dai Wang as soon as possible, and in addition, send an order to all the doormen who work in Yan's country, so that they don't idle. with"

Lei was puzzled and asked, "This is Your Highness?"

"Teach Yan Guo a lesson, are my uncle and doormen so easy to bully?"

"Father doesn't pursue it, but I can't ignore it. If King Yan doesn't give me an explanation, I will give him an explanation."

Liu An's expression became a little fierce, and Lei was ordered.

After receiving the rewards, the three kings of the Northwest all left Chang'an and returned to their own territories. As princes and kings, they could not leave their fiefdoms for a long time. In Chang'an, he used the excuse of illness to stay behind closed doors all day long.Liu An returned to his original life again, looking for followers, participating in temple affairs, and contacting the liaison minister. As the prince, Liu An still has a lot of power. Liu Chang doesn't have much desire to control power, so Liu An naturally There is no worry.

In addition to interfering in the government affairs of the DPRK and China, Liu An also has a lot of control over the local area by virtue of his followers.

If it is said that Liu Chang relies on a group of sages to govern the country, then Liu An relies on his own disciples.

Liu An is still very addicted to this matter. Regardless of the dissuasion of his elders, he wants to use talents for himself when he sees talents, and there are countless followers.

There are a lot of newspapers beside Liu An, whether it is academic newspapers or those popular and close to the people, he has them here, and officials will send him the latest newspapers every day. one of the fun.

Liu An took out the poster as usual, watched it carefully, and then shook his head with emotion.

"Father is still amazing. Such a newspaper has set off such a frenzy."

In a short period of time, the opening poster issued by the temple has become one of the top newspapers, which has aroused huge repercussions in all parts of the Han Dynasty. The many descriptions of overseas in the newspaper have made everyone arouse their interest in overseas. Longing, and the recorded deeds of those who became wealthy merchants due to maritime trade have attracted the hearts of merchants. When newspapers announced many routes, special products from different places, and even prices in the near future, merchants They couldn't sit still anymore, and began to form their own caravans to explore the sea.

And Liu Chang's last step is to instill the advantages of America to everyone. Anyway, it is how powerful it is, saying that there is gold everywhere, jewels everywhere, who can get there, and have no worries about food and clothing for a few lifetimes. It further stimulated those merchants, and even stimulated many nobles. Some nobles began to gather sailors and ships and send them to explore the far sea instead of themselves.

Although the risk is extremely high, as long as the profit is large enough, someone will definitely try it actively.

What's more, with the development of Dahan's shipbuilding industry, the navigation routes along the coast have become much safer. It can't be said to be [-]% safe, at least it won't be close to death like before.

Merchants are still willing to take these risks.

Ever since, during these days, Dahan has established many sea trade firms, and a large number of merchants have spontaneously engaged in overseas trade. The entire Dahan dock has become many times more lively. They explored around and completely opened up the sea trade of Dahan. The new situation, and today's maritime trade is indeed huge profits. After all, ships are different from chariots and horses. Ships have a strong cargo capacity and faster sea speed. A ship of cotton transported from the body can be sold in Dahan At a sky-high price, this profit can even allow merchants to buy a few more ships.

Even though there are exaggerated elements in Liu Chang's opening poster, the profit is real. Seeing the development of the sea trade of the whole big man in this way, Liu An was dumbfounded.

It has to be Father.

Liu An was full of admiration, and Wu Bei couldn't help asking: "Your Highness, do you still need us to contribute?"

"Of course, don't stop, keep contributing, the more the better, sometimes, you don't have to be serious, understand?"

"only!!!"

Liu An is considered to be an assistant in the temple now. If Liu Jing wants to be powerful, he will secretly provide candidates for Liu Jing. If my father wants to run a newspaper, he will secretly contribute to the newspaper to help strengthen its influence.This kind of assistance is also a kind of experience for Liu An. He and the people under his command have honed their ability to do things. Over the years, they have assisted a lot of things, some of which are known to outsiders, and some of them are not. People know, but Liu An doesn't care whether others know or not.

Liu An picked up another newspaper, and said with a smile, "This Mo family's newspaper is becoming more and more active."

"Your Highness, since Zhao Wan rebelled against Confucianism, Mohist newspapers have become active. They often scold Confucianism and become famous."

Wu was grinned, and he said: "In the near future, the Mo family has recruited a lot of disciples in the Taixue. The three schools have merged into one, with classics and technology, and there is a suggestion that the Mo family will return to its original glory. Now that the position is up, Mr. Huang is starting to worry that they will catch up with them, and he no longer dares to help them, so he wants me to ask His Highness if we want to join forces with Confucianism to suppress them."

"Unite with Confucianism?? It seems that Mohism is very capable. Huang Lao is willing to join forces with Confucianism?? What's wrong with the world?"

Liu An's eyes widened.

Wu was explained: "Shangfang has now become the most important department in the temple, and even Luan Xiang often visits them. This Zhao Wan is not very knowledgeable, but he still has a way of making momentum. Shangfang has his own factory building. Cooperating with various mansions, and even preparing to establish Beppu in the local area, the Mohist family is rising rapidly, and Huang Lao feels uneasy."

Liu An laughed out loud, "Okay, very good, very good!"

Lei Bei was a little puzzled, "Your Highness, the rise of the Mohists threatens our old Huang, why do you agree?"

Liu An waved his hand, "I, Mr. Huang, originally wanted to absorb the strengths of the hundred schools. The more powerful the hundred schools become, the happier I should be. Besides, you are not just an old man, you are also a big man." As a minister of the prince, the rise of the Mohist school is of great benefit to the great man, so don't always look at the problem from the perspective of the school."

Lei was asked again: "But when Gongyang and Huang Lao were fighting, didn't you stand on Huang Lao's side and help suppress it?"

"That's because the Gongyang School went astray. In order to avoid meaningless internal strife, I stopped them. If their knowledge can really defeat Huang Lao and solve the current problem of the big man, I will go to Xia Guo to worship now." It is not impossible for Gongyang Shou to be a teacher."

All the doormen burst out laughing.

Just when Liu An was about to say something more, a doorman suddenly came in and said, "Your Highness! Mr. Jia is here to see you!"

Liu An suddenly shook his head.

These days, the ministers of the temple are divided into two groups, and they are fighting fiercely. The radical Jia Yi is fighting against the conservative Liu Heng. Jia Yi is now looking for him. Do you stand in this kind of battle?It's not appropriate to stand on any side, but it's even more inappropriate to not see each other.

"Your Highness, let's meet. Both of you are elders of yours, so it's inappropriate to meet. Your Majesty can only come forward in person in this matter, and we really can't get involved."

"Let Father come forward?? Father has been missing for the past few days."

Inside Ruyinhou's Mansion.

Xia Houying sat aside, lowered his head, and ate the meat in front of him without saying a word.

Liu Chang sat on the top seat, and Xia Houzao was on the other side.

Further down there are Xia Houci and Liu Ci, who are watching the adults secretly at this moment.

Of course Xia Houzao couldn't stop talking, and at the moment he was excitedly talking about his visits with the emperor during these days.

"We went hunting and met a wild boar, what a big wild boar, its size is almost comparable to His Majesty's. Even the posture of bumping people is similar to His Majesty's."

Liu Chang's face darkened, and Xia Houying beside him sighed, paused, and started eating again.

It took a long time to eat this meal. Xia Houci and Liu Ci fought and fought, and they almost got into a fight, and Liu Chang and Xia Houzao were similar. They were easily impatient and finally finished the meal. Xia Houying motioned for everyone to quiet down.

He looked at Liu Chang who was on the side.

"His Majesty."

"Ok?"

"I'm already very old, and I only have such a useless son under my knees. Although my son is dull, he is sincere. I'm not worried that he will do anything that will insult the family tradition."

Liu Chang was taken aback for a moment, but there was no need to worry, there was no family style anymore.

Xia Houying continued: "I am just worried that he will be deceived by others and do some stupid things. I hope that His Majesty will replace the old man in the future and pay more attention to this scorpion. Don't ask him to make meritorious deeds."

Xia Houzao was a little displeased, and retorted: "I have already made meritorious deeds, and this is the first time. Besides, how could I be deceived by others? Who can deceive me with my strategy? Unless it is Liuhou Fusheng! "

But Liu Chang's brows slowly frowned. He looked at the gray-haired old general in front of him again, and noticed something was wrong.

"You don't have to worry, Marquis Ruyin. Zao has made a lot of contributions over the years, and the court officials love him very much. There will be nothing wrong with it. By the way, Marquis Ruyin, there are a few newcomers in my palace. It's very strange for the imperial physician to say that he can't heal near wounds, but he can heal old wounds. I remember that you have old wounds? I think you might as well let them take a look and see if they really have such abilities!"

Xia Houzao asked suspiciously: "What kind of imperial doctor? Can heal the wounds of the past but not the present? Is there such a person?"

"I also find it strange, just right, doesn't General Xiahou have old wounds on his body? Call them to try their talents!"

Xia Houzao hit it off immediately, "My father is the strongest, even a quack doctor can't cure him, it's best to try it with my father."

Xia Houying was silent for a moment, and then said: "Your Majesty, there is one thing that I would like to ask Your Majesty to agree to."

"Ru Yinhou, please tell me."

"Although my son is brave, he can be frivolous and rude. He is not at ease. He is really not a general. I know that His Majesty intends to let him guard the northwest and command the army, but with his personality, he really cannot afford to do this. It is an important task for those who guard the frontiers. They should not be frivolous. It is best to be prudent. Your Majesty entrusts him with such important tasks. I can clearly see the current situation in the Northwest from sitting in the mansion."

"Although Anxi was repelled for the time being, there are many internal contradictions in Shendu. Shentujia still needs a solid support. Chai Wu can do it, but my son can't. I'm not afraid that he will be dealt with because of his mistakes, but I'm worried that he will be punished at a critical moment. Time spoils your event."

"If that's the case, I really won't be able to face Emperor Gao."

Xia Houci listened to his father's words, and said to Liu Ci in a low voice: "Me too, if my father makes a mistake, how can I face Emperor Gao? I still have to let me guard the northwest!"

Liu Ci suddenly became a little unhappy, "You go to guard the northwest, what will happen to my country of Xia? It's agreed to be a lieutenant for me!"

"Wouldn't it be good for me to lead Xia Guo's army to station in the northwest?"

"It makes sense!"

The two little Zhuzi chatted cheerfully. Of course, Xia Houzao didn't want to hear such words. He said with a straight face, "Why am I not stable? I am in the Northwest, and I have made great achievements. Who can compare to me? ? If I am not suitable, who will be sent?"

"Father! Send me!"

Xia Houci raised his hand excitedly.

Xia Houzao patted him on the forehead and cursed: "The adults talk about things, the villains don't interrupt!"

Xia Houying ignored Xia Houzao, just looked at Liu Chang calmly, waiting for his answer.

Liu Chang hesitated for a moment, and finally nodded, "Okay, I will think about it, please rest assured."

Xia Houzao suddenly became anxious, "Why is this? Father! You are jealous of me, and you don't want my wealth to surpass yours!"

When Liu Chang and Xiahouzao walked out of the mansion, Xiahouzao still seemed a little unconvinced, cursing, Liu Chang looked at him, and was silent for a moment, "Zao, I won't go hunting these days, and you Be at home with your father at ease, I have something to deal with."

"Ah? Stay with my father? Forget it. He scolds me when he sees me. I stay away. Maybe he will be happier."

"No, your father is in the military school, but he almost fought with his colleagues for you, go back, this is the emperor's order!!"

Xia Houzao reluctantly returned to the mansion.

Liu Chang stood at the door and let out a long sigh.

General Xia Houying's tone of account for his funeral made him very uneasy.

When Liu Chang returned to the palace, he immediately summoned a group of imperial physician orders and sent them to the residence of Marquis Ruyin.

However, there was nothing in the court that Liu Chang had to deal with. The children were not in the palace, so Liu Chang seized the opportunity and went to the Jiaofang Hall to discuss some important matters with the queen.

Liu Chang sat beside Cao Shu, his face full of displeasure.

Liu An sat in front of the two of them honestly, staring with big eyes.

"An, there are a lot of things to do in your mansion, right? If you're done with the meeting, then go back and do your business instead of wasting time here."

Liu An shook his head, "It's nothing serious. I'm always busy with my own affairs on weekdays, and I haven't fulfilled my filial piety. I feel really uneasy. Today is a rare day, so I'd better spend more time with you."

Cao Shu said with a smile: "You are usually busy with state affairs. I am very happy if you can do these things well. It doesn't matter whether you see me or not. Your aunt recently told me that a few things you have written in the near future This article is very good, and it has reached the point where it can be passed on to future generations. Your mother is very strict with you on weekdays, but she is full of praise for you in private. She also said that our family has a true saint who is not inferior to the saints of the past. "

Liu An lowered his head, "It's all because of the adults' teachings, besides, it's just a few articles, it's not a big deal."

Liu Chang cleared his throat, "Yes, your aunt praised you so much, you might as well go and see your aunt."

"I just came back from the Shou Palace."

"Then go see your father!!"

Cao Shu tugged Liu Chang, "What nonsense are you talking about? An Rarely came to talk to us, why is that so?"

Liu Chang closed his mouth, and his face became even uglier.

This stick is intentional, right?Don't come early or late, do you have to come to visit when your siblings are all out?What, your brother and sister can eat people, right? ?

The mother and son talked happily.

After a long time, when Liu Jing came back, Liu An was finally ready to bow and leave.

But Liu Chang grabbed Liu An's hand, "Don't leave in a hurry, let's go, come with me to Houde Hall, we may not have talked for a long time, this time we have a good chat, you stay here tonight Houde Palace is ready!"

Liu An's face was full of bitterness, "Father, you should hurry up and stop it. Because of the tax issue, Jiagong and Zhongfu are about to fight. You don't care, but I feel embarrassed when they come to the door. , can’t advance or retreat, both of them are smart people, it’s no use for me to pretend to be confused. You should solve this matter as soon as possible, and the tax issue can’t be delayed any longer, otherwise I won’t be able to return home.”

"Well, you bastard, are you trying to force me to solve it with such a dirty trick?"

"Ah?? Father? What is a dirty trick? I just couldn't deal with them, so I hid in the palace."

Liu An looked at Father sincerely, his eyes full of sincerity.

"follow me!"

After Liu Chang said a word, he led Liu An to the Hall of Houde, where the father and son sat facing each other.

Only then did Liu Chang ask: "Tell me about your views on taxation? Do you support Jia Yi or the fourth brother?"

"I support Father."

"Stop farting! Tell the truth!"

"I think what both of them said is reasonable, but what Jia Gong said is more in line with my thoughts."

Liu Chang nodded, then sneered.

Seeing Father's sinister smile, Liu An was immediately alert.

"Father! You can't blame me!"

(End of this chapter)