Tiantang Splendid

4208--Andrew
In later generations, some countries replaced feudal rule with popular elections. This move has indeed enabled them to quickly progress from the primitive state of ruthlessness to modern society, enlighten the wisdom of the people, develop science, and become the master of the world.

But that political system also has an Achilles’ heel — when votes determine everything, anything goes.

A businessman with no experience in governing becomes the leader of the country. Where will he take the country?
A delirious octogenarian relies on votes to come to power. Is the decision he makes conducive to the development and security of the country?

There is no one-size-fits-all system. Only by adapting measures to local conditions and advancing with the times can we find the most suitable system.

Fang Jun nodded and said: "The significance of the existence of the fief is not only to reward the meritorious officials and entrust the royal family, but also to be the center of the Ping Fan and expand the territory. Breeding its arrogance and extravagance, its desires are hard to fill. On the one hand, it weakens the central finance, and the money shortage is frequent. Over time, mutual resentment exists. If you forge ahead and work hard, you can only maintain a close relationship with the center, and at the same time it develops and grows, it can achieve the goal of the screen fan."

In other words, a closed country needs to suck blood to exist, if it is sealed inside, it will suck its own blood, if it is sealed outside, it can only suck the blood of others...

Li Jijian frowned, thought for a while, and said in a deep voice: "For example, His Royal Highness King Wu who is in Silla now?"

Fang Jun smiled and said, "Exactly."

Li Ke, the king of Wu, was the king in Silla. The feudal side ruled the king and hegemony. It was passed down from generation to generation and never ceased. It honored the glory and attracted worldwide attention.But how can he control the whole of Silla with only his team at the founding of the country when he is alone?Only by relying on the support of the Tang Dynasty can they gain a firm foothold and clear away the remaining forces of the Jin royal family bit by bit until they completely control it and become a feudal kingdom of the Tang Dynasty.

During this period, the relationship between Silla and Datang is very close, and there will be absolutely no internal strife.

After taking control of Silla, or trying to resist the coveting of the surrounding alien races, or expanding outward to grab benefits, at least within a hundred years, there will be no trouble with the center.

Li Xiaogong pondered and said: "Ten thousand steps back, even if Prince Wu's grandson and the center have troubles in the future, and even lead troops to attack... and no matter who wins or loses, Silla will always be included in the territory of the Tang Dynasty. Complex split."

Fang Jun made a very appropriate metaphor: "The meat rots in the pot."

The drizzle was gurgling outside the window, and the raindrops were rustling on the leaves of the flowers and trees. The fragrance of tea in the study filled the room with tranquility.

Fang Jun drank tea slowly, while the other three were immersed in this topic, pondering over and over again, rectifying gains and losses.

He didn't say a word: Even if the various feudal states break away from the center and stand on their own in the future, so what?
They are of the same origin and the same species, and they may fight against each other for the sake of benefit, and there may be a disaster of fighting against each other, but once they face foreign enemies, they will inevitably form a group and unite to the outside world.

It's not like the kind of helpless Dugu who will fight against the jackals and wolves' den with his own strength in the later generations of China...

With a teacup in his hand, Li Ji said slowly: "Erlang's words are quite reasonable, but the details need to be considered and discussed, and we can't act too hastily. The biggest thing right now is to ascend the throne, and then eliminate the rebellion. The rest can be done slowly In the picture, first formulate a charter, and then discuss it in detail, check for gaps and fill in gaps.”

Li Chengqian nodded again and again, and said: "This is a big matter, so you should be cautious."

Then he sighed, and sighed: "It's not that I'm lonely and idle, it's that my father and the emperor's sons are lonely and dull. This elder brother is depressed and ashamed. If all the siblings can get a piece of fiefdom, and use it to establish a country and worship it, and continue to pass it on, then Li Tang's blood will spread all over the world and spread branches and leaves. The spirit of the father is in heaven, and he will be gratified .”

Li Ji and Li Xiaogong nodded, expressing their approval of Li Chengqian's thoughts.

At the beginning of any monarch's ascension to the throne, he has some ambitions, but some people are either hindered by difficulties or indulged in pleasure, and gradually forget their original intentions, becoming indolent and obsessed with everyone.

Everyone knows the crown prince's mind. Although the reserve position has not been abolished, His Majesty Li Er's attitude towards the reserve position was clear before his death.Now the crown prince seems to occupy the honor, but in fact he feels ashamed. After all, His Majesty Li Er no longer favors him in this position.

In this way, it is natural to do something that can not only show his broad-mindedness to his brothers, but also give an explanation to the heroic spirit of His Majesty Li Er-you see, I am the emperor, and I can also make some ancient achievements. Yes, no worse than others...

As for the direction chosen by the prince, at least now it seems that there is something feasible.

If this matter finally comes to fruition, all the sons of His Majesty Li Er will be able to feudalize one side and establish a country outside the country and screen the four realms, which is indeed a rare and great achievement in ancient and modern times.

On top of the history, it is enough to be famous.

At that time, this system will really be able to realize the original intention of shielding the vassal from the outside, blocking the attack of the barbarians for the center, and making the world reappear the 800-year dynasty. These founders will also shine in history and last forever.

Faced with such a prominent posthumous name, who can not be tempted...

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The dignitaries, clan kings, and concubines who had been busy for a day all dispersed to make some adjustments, and they will enter the palace tomorrow to participate in the enthronement ceremony.

The Forbidden Army joined hands with Baiqisi and Jingzhao Mansion to tightly control the inside and outside of Chang'an City, but those who committed crimes and made noises should be arrested regardless of the reason, severity, or status. Prison, and will not be tried, and will be held until the end of the ceremony before making a judgment.

It was also impossible for Fang Jun and others to go home and rest, and to assist Li Chengqian in handling various affairs in the palace, the most important of which was to determine the year name.

At the beginning of every emperor's ascension to the throne, he was more or less ambitious, so he would choose the year name to express his expectations.

Kong Yingda led a number of great Confucian scholars to choose for several days, and finally decided on more than ten year names with good meanings for Li Chengqian to choose.

Li Chengqian finally chose the word "Renhe" as his reign title after he ascended the throne.

"Book of Rites Confucianism": "The gentle and kind person is the foundation of benevolence...the singer is the harmony of benevolence."

When the year name was selected, all the ministers bowed to the ground one after another, and praised: "Your Highness is kind-hearted, and the world is blessed."

From this year title, we can see Li Chengqian's political intentions after he ascended the throne: to treat each other with kindness and benevolence, and to regard peace as the most important...

As a courtier, in such an era when imperial power is supreme, who wouldn't want to meet a generous and benevolent Lord?
Li Chengqian did not show the so-called arrogance of the emperor just because he was about to ascend the throne. He was still as humble and kind as before. After tempering, from now on, we will be united as one and work together sincerely, following the prosperity of Zhenguan, we will create an outstanding achievement from the past and the present, so that our Great Tang Dynasty will conquer all directions, and our Chinese nation will prosper forever!"

"Follow His Royal Highness's order!"

All the ministers in the hall responded in unison, the sound was like thunder, and the hall was buzzing, with concerted efforts and morale like a rainbow.

At dawn the next day, Li Chengqian put on a full-scale emperor's crown, and led a group of civil and military officials to the southern circle of the city to sacrifice to Haotian and ascend the throne.

Tell the world.

*****
"Shui Jing Zhu" contains: "The river flows south in the pass to Tongjiguan Mountain, because it is called Tongguan."

Tongguan was first built in the first year of Jian'an in the Eastern Han Dynasty. Once it was completed, it became the east gate to defend Guanzhong.

During the former Sui Dynasty, the Guancheng was moved from the original site to the south for more than ten miles, and a new city was built to stand against the Han Dynasty Guancheng from north to south, and the terrain became more and more dangerous.

Li Zhi was wearing a brocade robe, standing on the city gate with his hands behind his back, watching the torrent of the river in the distance, roaring like thunder in his ears, and the river wind blowing his clothes fluttering, but his expression was unprecedentedly dignified.

The father has been buried, and today the crown prince will ascend the throne as the emperor and announce it to the world. He will accept the support of his subjects and the people in the Taiji Palace, and he will occupy his name and righteousness from then on.

Although Shandong's private army crossed the Yellow River one after another, and Yu Chigong sent his generals to set up obstacles along the river, forcing the naval fleet to make slow progress, they were not far from Luoyang, and it was only a matter of time before they reached Tongguan.

Even though he has a heart as big as the sea and a great spirit, he can't help but feel "at the end of the road" at this moment, feeling depressed and depressed, doubting whether he can turn defeat into victory and seize...

"Your Highness, Qiu Xinggong is back."

Wang Shoushi, who was thin and stooped, appeared behind Li Zhi silently, and said softly.

Li Zhi broke away from the depressed mood, took a deep breath facing the wind of the river, and regained his spirit, then turned around, followed Wang Shoushi down the city gate, and went to the barracks to meet Qiu Xinggong.

(End of this chapter)