Chapter 2269 The truth lies behind history
After Xu Jingzong found out, he decisively divorced Pei and asked the emperor to send Xu Ang to Lingnan on the charge of unfilial piety. Emperor Gaozong and Li Zhi agreed to do so.
Can this be said to be Xu Jingzong’s fault?
Xu Ang's behavior was inferior to that of a beast in any era. No matter how punished he was, it would not be an exaggeration. He deserved it. And Xu Jingzong took the Yu family as his concubine, an old man and a young wife, what's so strange about it?
"Marry a girl from the barbarians, ask for fame, and only hear about pornographic goods." This reason is equally weak. Marriage in ancient times was originally arranged by parents, and there is no such thing as free love. As a father, it is very important to treat his daughter as a father. Who you marry is a family matter, and it is not illegal. There is no quota for how much dowry you should receive.
Besides, the Feng family is indeed good. Although it is a little far away, they are the local emperors of Lingnan, so they are no worse than ordinary high-ranking officials at the ministry level, right?
As for the charges given in the "New Book of Tang", ""Jingzong Yingdihua engaged in tyranny, to the point of building a connected building, letting prostitutes walk on top of it, drinking and playing music to entertain themselves", which is pure nonsense.
As the prime minister, Xu Jingzong was highly regarded by Li Zhi. "The imperial court paid great attention to the important matters, and the power and favor were blazing, which was unparalleled at that time." With such a status, what's the problem with living a more luxurious life?
It is indeed commendable that high-ranking officials like Wei Zheng and Yu Zhining show their nobility but are still poor and do not like material desires. But how can we hold the world to their standards?
Xu Jingzong is very rich and likes to spend money. There is no problem with this. The key is that a gentleman loves money and whether he gets it in the right way. As long as he is not greedy and accepts bribes, who can control it?
Since ancient times, Xu Jingzong's most important crime has been tampering with history.
What did they say?
Because Feng Deyi had a personal grudge with him, Xu Jingzong avenged his personal vendetta, and "increased his crimes" when writing history; Qian Jiulong was originally a royal slave, and Xu Jingzong deliberately wrote in the history books because he was married to his son and daughter. It was said that he was from a wealthy family. Yuchi Jingde was also concealed because he was related to the Xu family by marriage. Sin; His Majesty Li Er gave "Wei Feng Fu" to Changsun Wuji, Xu Jingzong changed it to Yuchi Jingde; Pang Xiaotai from Baizhou was defeated by Goguryeo because he gave Xu Jingzong money, but it was said in the history book that "Han general Xiao The only ones who are strong are Su Dingfang and Pang Xiaotaile, Cao Jishu and Liu Boying are both better than them"...
Does it sound like an illusion: Xu Jingzong is so powerful, he can write whatever he wants about Huanghuang history...
In fact, this is impossible.
The history book that Xu Jingzong participated in compiling is the official history compiled by the Tang Dynasty. It is not a personal work. There are countless great Confucians who participated in the compilation. Xu Jingzong only became a leader because of the emperor's trust and personal literary accomplishment. Everyone respected him. They are all responsible for whether the history books are complete. These people are all great scholars. How can we let someone cover up the sky and tamper with it wantonly?
As we all know, "writing history" was a very important task in ancient times. It was of great significance and must be completed under the guidance of the political program of the imperial court.
Just like in later generations, the Party History Research Office asked you to write the history of the Party. Is it true that the history of the Long March and the Anti-Japanese War was left to you to use as you pleased?
What is particularly important is that after the compilation of the history book was completed, His Majesty Li Er and Li Zhi all read it and expressed satisfaction, and even rewarded Xu Jingzong...
When Xu Jingzong was compiling history books, Feng Deyi was reported. It was said that on the eve of the Xuanwu Gate Incident, the great ancestor Li Yuan wanted to make His Majesty Li Er the crown prince, but he gave up because of Feng Deyi's obstruction. After hearing this, His Majesty Li Er believed At this time, he immediately issued an edict to depose the official position posthumously given to Feng Deyi, deprive him of the feudal households, and change his posthumous title to "Mi". At this time, Changsun Wuji was killed for treason.
For these people who have made mistakes, the official history books will of course belittle them. This is the political tone. Who dares to change the course?
Although Qian Jiulong was of low origin, he was a founding general and was buried with Li Yuan in his mausoleum after his death; Yuchi Jingde followed His Majesty Li Er for many years and was buried with Zhaoling after his death; Pang Xiaotai was killed in the battlefield of Goguryeo and was buried with his thirteen sons. national donation For these positive figures recognized by the imperial court, it is unavoidable for official history to describe their advanced deeds in the best light while downplaying their bad deeds. This has never been the case in the past.
What's wrong with this?
As for his strong support for Gaozong Li Zhi to depose the Queen and appoint Wu Meiniang as his queen, the Tang Dynasty was almost cut off... Who would have known that a female prostitute would change her destiny and rule the world thirty years later?
No one would believe me even if I told you!
At that time, the reason why Xu Jingzong supported Wu Meiniang was just to assist Gaozong Li Zhi in renovating the court, and to take over the throne after killing Changsun Wuji. It was just a pure political struggle. What did it have to do with loyalty and traitors?
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History is always like this. The truth is often hidden in the dust, but its back is shown to others, leaving you at a loss and difficult to distinguish between true and false.
Xu Jingzong definitely cannot be called "upright and majestic". He is just an ordinary bureaucrat who is only interested in profit and is good at business. Justice has nothing to do with him, but if you say that he is heinous, he should be listed at the top of "The Traitor's Biography". It's really unfair.
As for Chu Suiliang... apart from his good handwriting, his character was really worrying.
Fang Jun watched the two arguing, and he touched his chin and fell into deep thought - has he fallen? Once upon a time, I sailed to the sea, with a generation of famous generals under my command, who looked down upon the seven seas, how glorious and glorious it was!
Now, he is surrounded by "treacherous people" and "evil people". Will being in the company of such people all day long lead to his own harm?
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Knocking on the table to stop the dispute between the two, Fang Jun held up his teacup and said, "Boy, the academy is about to start school. As for the candidates for the students, is there any room for discussion?"
Chu Suiliang was stunned and said to himself that all the candidates submitted by me have been crossed out by you, causing me to lose all face. Everyone in Guanzhong knows that this is Fang Jun's academy. Whoever enters or leaves must be informed by Fang Jun's words. Decision, no one else can comment.
Why are you now taking the initiative to propose candidates that are debatable?
There must be!
Chu Suiliang couldn't bear to be so excited and couldn't care less about being reserved. He leaned his upper body forward slightly, looked at Fang Jun and asked, "What does Erlang mean by this?"
Fang Jun said: "My previous actions were somewhat motivated, and it also put Chu Siye in a difficult position, making it difficult for him to explain to those who asked for help behind him. Therefore, after thinking about it, I feel that I should ask your Majesty for your instructions on how the academy is doing." Enrollment should be decided by His Majesty.”
Chu Suiliang pretended not to have heard the sarcasm in Fang Jun's words, and said happily: "That's right! The family members are loyal to Your Majesty. If it weren't for their great help back then, how could the Tang Dynasty be able to dominate the world so smoothly? After all, it was How can a meritorious official recruit the incompetent concubines and second sons of each family, but exclude the eldest son who inherits the family business? "
He has been under too much pressure recently. He surrendered to the camp of the Guanlong nobles, but he ruined the most important thing. Faced with the cynicism of those Guanlong nobles all day long, he couldn't bear it. If Fang Jun cannot be cleared up and the academy's admissions regulations are changed, I am afraid that not only will he not be able to integrate into the Guanlong Group, but he will be regarded as an enemy.
Many people believe that it was precisely because of the quarrel between Fang Jun and Chu Suiliang that Fang Jun resolutely abandoned the list drawn up by Chu Suiliang...
Now Fang Jun suddenly relaxed, and while he was ecstatic, he began to speak indiscriminately.
Only when the words were spoken did he realize that something was terribly wrong.
What does it mean to be an "ineffective concubine or second son"?
The immediate boss in front of him is the second son of the Fang family, and he has always been famous for being a "dandy" and a "stick".
Even His Majesty is the second son...
Fang Jun did not take advantage of this slip of the tongue to embarrass Chu Suiliang. He just glanced at Xu Jingzong lightly, then picked up the tea cup and drank tea gently.
Xu Jingzong caught Fang Jun's eyes and instantly understood what Fang Jun meant. He was inevitably a little suspicious in his heart: Although he and Fang Jun were not enemies, they were definitely not close friends. This boy had made things difficult for him. But why is the cooperation becoming more and more tacit, as if there is a "tacit understanding"?
After coughing, Xu Jingzong slowly nodded and said seriously: "I also agree with Chu Siye's opinion..."
Chu Suiliang was afraid that Xu Jingzong would cause trouble and delay him. Hearing what he said, he let out a long sigh. However, before he could fully breathe out, he heard Xu Jingzong continue: "...most of the families in the family have... Pay attention to the education of his eldest son, invite famous teachers to teach him, and dispatch various tasks since childhood. The difference between legitimate sons and concubines is obvious. Therefore, the number of successful concubines and second sons in each family is indeed very rare. Therefore, I fully agree with Chu Siye’s opinion to greatly reduce the number of concubines and second sons in each family. , only one quota per family is enough.”
Chu Suiliang was stunned for a while before he came back to his senses. He slapped the table angrily and said angrily: "You have gone too far in bullying me! Doesn't this move put me in an unjust situation and have my spine stabbed by those bastards and second sons?" (End of chapter)