Han Shizu

Chapter 1361 Return to Beijing
On December 26th of the eighth year of Kaibao, before the arrival of the new year, after a long and icy journey, Yujia finally arrived in Beijing. After nearly half a year, Emperor Liu returned to Luoyang again.

Before crossing the Yellow River south, Emperor Liu originally planned to go to Kaifeng. After all, Emperor Liu had not officially returned to Kaifeng since moving west to Luoyang.

However, after a little consideration, I still gave up the idea of ​​returning to Kaifeng.Now that the main body of the imperial court is in Luoyang, the country is in need of stability and recuperation, and a series of aftermath of the Northern Expedition needs to be dealt with. If he stays in Kaifeng, it will not be so appropriate. After all, if the imperial court is temporarily moved to Tokyo, it will be a lot of trouble , completely unnecessary.

Speaking of it, although I am used to staying in Luoyang, I still miss Kaifeng from time to time. After all, I have stayed in Luoyang for nearly 20 years, so it is inevitable to have nostalgia.

"Your Majesty welcomes His Majesty's triumphant return!" In front of Qianyuan Hall, under the leadership of Prime Minister Zhao Pu, all civil and military officials gathered to welcome Luanjia.

Although as usual, Emperor Liu issued an imperial edict and did not make a large-scale reception, but inside the imperial city, Zhao Pu organized a welcome ceremony, and the chief officials of various ministries and ministers in Beijing were present.

I haven't seen him for nearly half a year, and looking at these high-ranking officials and ministers of the big man again, Emperor Liu feels a sense of strangeness, but the awe these people have for him is still familiar.The Han Palace is still the same, but it is in the depths of winter, and it is more cold and solemn, but with the return of the master, it will eventually return to its original state.

"Everyone is free from courtesy!" Emperor Liu got down from Luan's car, swept around, and waved his hands.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

"Your Majesty personally inspects the affairs and supervised the war in the north. Now that he has returned with honor, the court is full of excitement, and the subjects at home and abroad can feel at ease!" Zhao Pu stepped forward to accompany Emperor Liu. With a humble smile on his face.

"Oh? I'm not in the capital, did the subjects feel uneasy? According to the news I received, under Zhao Qing's leadership, the imperial court is safe, running well, and orderly!" Emperor Liu said to Zhao Pu with a smile.

Did Emperor Liu know that during his absence, Zhao Pu was in high spirits in Beijing, even if he was not arrogant, he could still be said to be a man of his word, with great power in his hands, and ruler of the world. things.

However, with the return of Emperor Liu, everything has to return to the previous state. Even if Emperor Liu boldly delegated power, as long as others are in the palace, for these ministers, no matter how powerful you are, you will be shrouded in Emperor Liu. Under pressure!

Hearing this, Zhao Pu immediately started licking, saying: "Your Majesty is the backbone of the great man. Your Majesty will not abandon you and entrust the government to the government, but you can only do your best to maintain it. You are walking on thin ice. Now that Your Majesty is back, the people's hearts are set, and you can relax a little bit." burden!"

"Haha! Zhao Qing is humble, and I am very relieved to hand over the government affairs to you!" Emperor Liu raised his hand, patted Zhao Pu on the shoulder affectionately, and smiled heartily.

The majestic and majestic Qianyuan Hall stood like a mountain in the north wind. Emperor Liu looked at it, and a little kindness flashed in his eyes, but he didn't enter the hall to sit in court. He walked along the stepped royal road to the Chuigong Hall.

The Chongzheng Hall in Tokyo and the Chuigong Hall in Xijing are both the sleeping halls where Emperor Liu lives daily, and the changes of Emperor Liu can also be seen from the two.

"You are not allowed to welcome me, so you welcome me too!" Da Ma sat on the still cold dragon seat with a golden knife, and the ministers paid homage. Hui Dynasty, you have seen it too, you can put it down!
Everything in the capital remains the same, you all return to your own duties, don't want me to come back, instead, there will be turmoil and chaos, and waves will be created in vain!I am exhausted from the journey, and I am also a little tired. You all retreat first, and I will be promoted to the palace the next day to sit in the court! "

"I'm waiting to retire!" Emperor Liu's words made the servants a little disappointed, but they still complied honestly and resigned!

"Zhao Pu, Song Qi, Shi Shouxin, and Pan Mei stay here!" Emperor Liu added another sentence. These four people are the most important people and ministers staying in Beijing.

"Yes!"

"During my absence, thank you for your hard work!" All the ministers dispersed, and Emperor Liu also put away his majestic appearance, looked at the ministers with a warm face, and said, "Especially Zhao Qing and Song Qing, the commander-in-chief It is not easy to regulate Yin and Yang in government affairs!"

"Chen Wei bows and dies!" Zhao Pu bowed immediately after being praised by Emperor Liu.Pan Mei and Shi Shouxin are also average.

Among the four ministers, Zhao Pu was the most vigorous, and his power seemed to have a nourishing effect. The heavy government affairs, not only did not overwhelm Zhao Pu, but made him energetic and attractive.

In comparison, Song Qi's complexion was worse, and there seemed to be a little darkness lingering on his face. He could be said to be concerned about the country and the people, too much to worry about.

"There are a few things, I'll explain them to you!" Looking at the ministers, Emperor Liu raised his finger.

"Your Majesty orders!" Hearing these words, Zhao Pu and the others immediately became solemn.

Emperor Liu's words were concise and powerful: "First, set up an altar in the southern suburbs to worship the heaven and the earth and offer sacrifices to the ancestors;
Second, the army triumphantly prepares for a prisoner offering ceremony in the city;
Third, regarding the Northern Expedition, the money and silk used in treasuries, the money and food consumed in official warehouses, the military equipment spent in arsenals, the mobilization of people's resources from various places, and the loss of soldiers on the front line, I need a detailed report, and the court also needs to make a summary;

Fourth, I intend to pursue a policy of resting with the people, and the center should come up with a policy of nourishing the rest;
Fifth, the Northern Expedition discussed meritorious service. The Ministry of War decided on the meritorious service as soon as possible, rewarded the non-commissioned officers and civilians, and prepared measures to comfort the meritorious officials;
Sixth, the new year is about to start, and Xijing is preparing a celebration. This year, the court, the officials and the common people have a hard time, and a celebration will welcome the new year. "

Emperor Liu's speech was not fast, and even seemed a little slow, but it seemed very smooth when he gave orders in one breath.However, Zhao Pu and the others felt a lot of pressure when the emperor came back. Although they had already done some things ahead of time, they felt like they were in a hurry when forced by Emperor Liu so calmly. sense.

However, there was no room for refutation, and Zhao Pu took the lead in saying yes.Emperor Liu was naturally satisfied with their attitude, and his tone slowed down, and he said with a light smile: "The affairs may be heavy, but they are all urgent, and you have to work hard!"

"How dare you say bitterness!" Zhao Pu replied, for him, perhaps these things would make him more motivated, and if he did it well, it would show his Prime Minister Zhao's ability and win Emperor Liu's favor.

After explaining to them, Emperor Liu didn't keep them any longer, and ordered them to retreat and return to the capital. Emperor Liu subconsciously felt relieved, but as soon as he relaxed, the physical and mental exhaustion from before also came to him all of a sudden.

Emperor Liu really felt that he was running out of energy and was really overwhelmed.

"Father, since you have returned to Beijing, you should rest well and take care of your health!" The crown prince Liu Yang, seeing Emperor Liu's undisguised exhaustion, persuaded him gently.

Emperor Liu leaned towards the dragon chair, looked at Liu Yang, and ordered: "I also give you an errand. In the past six months, the official memorials handled by the center, you go and review them. Don't ask for any mistakes. You must learn about the state of affairs of the country during the Northern Expedition!"

"Yes!" Liu Yang replied.

"Also!" Emperor Liu added: "Now that you have returned to Beijing, you are no longer the commander of the Northern Expedition. Your identity and thinking must be reversed in time, based on the whole country, and have an overview of the overall situation!"

"Understood!"

(End of this chapter)