Eastern Jin Dynasty: My powerful father

Chapter 359 The Crown Prince Observes the Government
Sizhou, Henan County, Luoyang.

Huan Wen was not surprised when he received the news that Huan Xi had captured Hedong County.

As early as when Li Wei was captured and Murong Ke retreated, the winner of the battle for Hedong County had already been decided.

"Xi'er got her wish, so I should retreat."

Huan Wen looked at Huan Huo with great reluctance.

The brothers gathered less and separated more. Even if one day Huan Wen forced the Jin Dynasty to return to the old capital and he personally took charge of the center, Huan Huo would definitely be transferred from outside to guard the prefectures and counties for him.

Huan Wen is now forty-five years old. In ancient times, he was already approaching his twilight years.

He didn't know how much time he had left, but he only knew one thing: they would never see each other again as brothers.

Huan Huo didn't seem to understand Huan Wen's sadness, and urged him mercilessly:
"I have been looking forward to my brother's training for a long time. My brother mobilized an army and came to Luoyang. He didn't shoot an arrow to Hebei, but he drank all the fine wines I had collected."

Huan Wen sneered at this:

"Ah Huo, now that Xi'er has occupied Hedong County, Yu State has lost its salt pond and has been in trouble since then.

"I believe that within a few years, Xi'er will be able to regain Hedong. At that time, I will appeal to the emperor again to return the old capital."

“But in one battle, so many people had to die and so many families were torn apart.

"Brother, didn't you say that the taste of my wine is not as good as horse urine? Today I will prepare a jar of horse urine for you. Brother, you must drink it all in one gulp, as a celebration for Xi'er."

"Of course it's worth it. In troubled times, you can't help yourself.

Huan Wen left Luoyang, and he started teaching at almost the same time as Huan Xi.

Aman felt like he was carrying a huge burden at this moment. He understood why his father had to let him accompany his uncle to visit the families of the fallen soldiers.

"Is that worthy of being called fine wine? It tastes worse than horse urine."

On the carriage back to Chang'an, Aman was unhappy. He asked Xie Xuan:
"Uncle, are their deaths worth it?"

Xie Xuan was very surprised. He didn't know why Aman had such an idea.

It can only be said that Aman was influenced by his father Huan Xi after all, and his perspective on things was not very similar to that of the powerful children of this era. His eyes could see the joys and sorrows of ordinary people.

Isn't it a matter of course that one general's achievements will lead to the death of thousands of bones? As for the life and death of ordinary people and the grief of losing their loved ones, these are not issues that emperors and generals need to consider.

Saying that, Xie Xuan said with emotion:

After saying that, Huan Huo hummed towards Huan Wen:

When the last fallen soldier was sent home by their nephew and uncle, Aman did not feel relieved.

Hearing this, Xie Xuan looked at Aman suspiciously:

In fact, Huan Wen, Huan Xi and his son both need to thank Shi Hu.

Xie Xuan had returned to Guanzhong. Following Huan Xi's order, he took Aman and sent the bodies of the fallen soldiers back to their homes.

"Although the father will provide them with pensions, if the parents lose their son, the wife loses her husband, and the children lose their father, these people may be immersed in grief for their entire lives. Is it really worth it?"

If Shi Hu hadn't abused the power of the people, he first conscripted 160,000 civilians from Zhao Yong, Luo, Qin, and Bing to build the Weiyang Palace in Chang'an, and then levied 260,000 civilians to build the Luoyang Palace. Otherwise, how could the Huan family be able to survive? Father and son sit back and enjoy the success.

Aman remembered that his father once took him to experience the suffering of the people, but compared with the separation of life and death he witnessed these days, it was nothing.

"It's hard to start a business, but it's not easy to keep a business. Aman, don't let down their sacrifices."

The grief-stricken faces and the shrill and miserable cries made Aman unable to eat and sleep at night for several days.

Huan Wen quickly smiled and said:

"Uncle, I understand."

Only by knowing the bloodshed behind Huan Xi's earning of this family fortune and how much family suffering it has carried can we know how to cherish the efforts of our predecessors.

“If they want to earn wealth for their heirs, they have to fight with their lives on the battlefield.

"Why do you say that?"

Fortunately, it's freezing cold now, so we don't have to worry about corpses rotting.

"How can we take it seriously when we are just joking?"

"Moreover, if Liang Gong wants to end the war and create a peaceful and prosperous age, there must be thousands of people like this who will risk their lives for it."

With that said, Huan Wen brought up the business:

Huan Huo was still urging Huan Wen to leave quickly, but after seeing his brother off, he felt sad again.

When Huan Wen once again petitioned to move the capital, he was serious about it, and the Jin Dynasty had no choice but to refuse.

Huan Huan said seriously:
"I'm waiting for the good news from my brother."

"Come here, bring a jar of horse urine for Mr. Chu."

Aman explained:
"My father always told me that a person's life is precious and told me to cherish my body.

Xie Xuan pondered for a moment and replied:

Huan became anxious and shouted toward the door:

Although Luoyang has gone through wars, neither Zhang Yu nor Zhou Cheng who once occupied Luoyang, nor Huan Xi and Fu Jian who once plundered the place, did any large-scale damage to the palaces.

At the same time, young Aman was also feeling heavy.

Aman said seriously.

He is not afraid of the responsibilities he will bear and is willing to take them on.

The carriage drove slowly on the official road, not far from Chang'an.

At this time, Chang'an City was filled with a festive atmosphere.

Today is not a festival, but a celebration of the victory on the front line.

Weiyang Palace, Jiaofang Palace.

Since the weather turned cold, Xie Daoyun moved back to Jiaofang Hall from Qingliang Hall to escape the summer heat. Because Xie Xuan had already announced the itinerary in advance and knew that their nephew and uncle would return to Chang'an today, not only Luo Niang and You Niang were absent-minded in their studies, but even Xie Daoyun was often distracted.

As for Xianghaier, he is as half-hearted as ever.

"Mother! I'm back!"

Before anyone could be seen, Aman's voice floated into the room.

Before Xie Daoyun could react, Luo Niang had already dropped the pen in her hand and ran out quickly.

"Brother!"

Outside the palace gate, Luo Niang was jumping excitedly and smiling.

When Xie Daoyun went out, the brother and sister were already hugging each other happily.

Aman has been very thoughtful since he was sensible. After all, being born in such a family, as the eldest son, he cannot be a fool.

Only when facing Luo Niang, Aman would put down all his defenses.

Even in front of Huan Xi and Xie Daoyun, Aman would be a little cautious, lest his words and deeds would arouse the disgust of his parents.

Seeing his mother going out, Aman let go of Luo Niang and saluted respectfully:

"The child pays homage to his mother."

Aman went out for this trip, and when he came back, he looked much haggard, which made Xie Daoyun feel really distressed.

But after all, she was not a short-sighted woman and knew Huan Xi's intention.

Xie Daoyun lifted Aman up, stroked his son's little head, and said with a smile:
"Looking at how you look now, you must have gained a lot from this trip."

Aman nodded and said:
"The child feels deeply. In the future, he must learn more carefully from the three gentlemen how to govern the country, so that he can live up to his father's high expectations."

Xie Daoyun was very relieved that Aman's trip was not in vain.

"I just regret that your father hasn't come back yet. If he could hear your thoughts, he would be filled with joy."

Xie Daoyun said with some regret.

Aman said:

"My father often said that a long journey will reveal the power of a horse, and time will reveal a person's heart. My son is not just talking about it. The days are long, and my father will always know my determination."

Xie Daoyun couldn't help laughing and said:

"Your father is not very knowledgeable. I never see him studying, but he can always tell so many great truths."

Saying that, Xie Daoyun quickly reminded:
"You can't imitate him."

Aman nodded repeatedly, but suppressed a smile in his heart.

The next day, Aman got up early, washed up, and went to the Chancellor's desk.

"Sir, please be polite."

Aman saluted Wang Meng in a polite manner.

It seems that because of the great victory on the front line, Wang Meng was in a good mood, and even had a rare joke with Aman. He said with a straight face:

"How can the prince come here today!"

Aman was dumbfounded and didn't know why he had to appear at the Chancellor's desk today.

But he knew one thing, Wang Meng would not harm him.

Although he didn't know the reason, but Wang Meng said it so seriously, Aman left immediately and prepared to return to Weiyang Palace without leaving home until Wang Meng signaled that he could go out and come to visit him again.

Wang Meng saw that Aman was really about to leave, so he quickly stopped him and said with a smile:

"The reason why I am surprised that the Crown Prince came today is because every time Duke Liang returns to Chang'an, he always rests in Weiyang Palace for three to five days, during which time he does not ask about political affairs.

"Now that the prince has returned from a business trip abroad, shouldn't he enjoy a few days of leisure for the time being?"

Aman burst into laughter upon hearing this.

"Sir, the disciple just now really shocked you."

I wonder if Mr. Wang has been following his father for too long, and he has a narrow-minded side, and he even teases people.

It is true that what kind of monarch there is, there are also what kind of ministers.

However, Aman was not dissatisfied with this. Instead, he felt that the Mr. Wang in front of him was flesh and blood, more like a living person.

Wang Meng had mentioned to Aman before that he should not deliberately suppress his nature.

The joke I told him today was actually based on the fact that Aman was taken by Xie Xuan to condolences to the families of fallen soldiers at a young age.

I have witnessed too many miserable scenes and am worried that Aman's mind will be affected.

It can be said that Wang Meng was heartbroken for the Huan family.

Just like Xie Daoyun, when Wang Meng saw that Aman was much thinner than when he left Chang'an, he knew that there was something that Aman really took to heart.

After talking about joking, Wang Meng brought up the serious matter:

"Gong Liang sent me a letter before, asking me to ask the prince about his feelings on this trip after he comes back.

"If the prince can gain something, we can add a new building here in the future to watch the ministers handle government affairs."

When Aman heard this, his breathing became rapid.

Wang Meng saw this and said with a smile:
"However, Wei Chen now has the answer."

After that, Wang Meng ordered someone to add a seat next to him. He didn't care about the presence of outsiders and said:

"Your Majesty, now we are under the same roof, and we must get along well in the future."

(End of this chapter)