Chapter 4909: Add nine tins to give the prince swords and shoes to go to the palace!
Sure enough, as soon as Liu Er opened his mouth, Li Yuanjia immediately objected: "How can the talents of the Duke of Yue be confined to the academy? Zhongshu Ling is your majesty's arm, and he should promote talents for the country, instead of being so narrow-minded and jealous of talents!"
Liu Ji was stunned for a moment. Although he did have some dark thoughts, Li Yuanjia's face-to-face confrontation was completely different from his previous gentle and gentle style.
Sure enough, I colluded with His Majesty in private!
When he thought of this, Liu Jie's spirit perked up, his waist straightened up subconsciously, and he looked at His Majesty with burning eyes.
Why do civil servants look down on generals?
The biggest reason is that Wu Xun basically obeys the monarch's orders. They don't care whether the monarch's orders are reasonable or whether they are harmful to the long-term development of the country. Of course, they have no ability to judge. They are "slaves" maintained by the monarch. "Eagle dog", obedient to the imperial power.
The civil servants are different. They have studied the books of sages since childhood and know the principle of "the people are the most important and the king is the least"... Well, it's because the scholars are all from aristocratic families, and the interests of the aristocratic families and the imperial power are in a certain sense It is contrary to the above. If the imperial power is upheld, the aristocratic family will be lonely; on the contrary, when the aristocratic family is brilliant, the imperial power will be dim.
Therefore, since ancient times, civil servants have been praised for their "strong command" and have been proud to refute the king.
Don’t you see that even though Wei Zheng is dead, his name still lives on in the world?
Speaking of which, Wei Zheng actually did not have any outstanding political achievements, and most of his fame came from his "brave admonishment".
How powerful was Emperor Taizong?
However, the more wise and powerful the emperor is, the greater the reputation he will gain when his civil servants are brave enough to give advice without fear of death. Of course, the risks are also greater. Not everyone can withstand the backlash from the emperor's wrath... That's why Wei Zheng is powerful.
At this moment, Liu Ji thought to himself, "Although I am not talented, I should imitate the story of Duke Wen Zhen and rebuke him!"
He has now been questioned by both the government and the public. They think that as a prime minister, he blindly agrees with the emperor and grovels, without the character of a civil servant. His reputation is already bad. If he continues like this, people's hearts will gradually disperse...
Li Chengqian also seemed to feel a strong fighting spirit brewing in the imperial study room. He drank some water to suppress the panic in his heart and said softly: "King Han does not need to be so fierce. Zhongshu Ling's advice is actually quite good. Although It is not enough to demonstrate the ability of the Duke of Yue, but one cannot misunderstand his character. But since you do not agree with Zhongshu Ling’s advice, how do you think the burden should be placed on the Duke of Yue?”
Liu Ji blinked, and the fighting spirit he had just gathered began to weaken. His Majesty was obviously avoiding the important and not intending to accept the attack. The reputation gained by refuting the king was completely different from that of refuting a clan prince.
A little bit unmotivated...
Li Yuanjia shook his head, didn't he agree that you would make the proposal, and then gain Fang Junzhi's gratitude and show his control over the situation to the civil and military officials of the dynasty?
Are you afraid that Liu Jie will attack you, so you just push me out? !
Is that what I can do by going tit-for-tat with civil servants?
I want to be a wise king...
But seeing Li Chengqian determined to avoid the truth and push him out, Li Yuanjia had no choice but to bite the bullet and said: "The Duke of Yue has outstanding merits and prestige. He can be promoted to the rank of Shangshu Zuopushe and be granted the title of Taiwei." , control the Jinwu Guards around..."
Before he finished speaking, Liu Ji almost jumped up, pointed his finger at Li Yuanjia and shouted angrily: "The traitorous king is ruining the country!"
Li Yuanjia looked at His Majesty with a somewhat resentful look: Look, this is the consequence of pushing me out. I have become a ‘treacherous king’...
Li Chengqian was also embarrassed. It was really unethical to let his uncle take the blame, so he comforted the furious Liu Jie: "Don't be upset, Zhongshu Ling. King Han is just giving advice. Even if it is slightly flawed, it is still within the scope of discussion. Why do you have to speak so fiercely about your love? The Tang Dynasty has never been punished for words. This is still the case among the people, and even more so in the court."
Liu Jie did not listen to this, he stood up, scratched his neck, filled with indignation and frothing at the mouth: "Your Majesty is wrong! Since the founding of the Tang Dynasty, only two people have been granted the title of Taiwei. They were Emperor Taizong, who was a prince at the time, and Changsun Wuji, who led Guan Longxungui to assist Taizong in his great achievements! How can Fang Jun be compared with these two? "
Li Chengqian felt a little guilty and was about to speak, but Liu Ji, who only listened, continued: "... Who can compare to Changsun Wuji's achievements in the court? Your Majesty treats him like a humerus and treats him with sincerity, but the result is that his thief's heart is blazing. Rebellion and rebellion ! From this point of view, the position of "Taiwei" is in charge of the world's troops and military power, and non-clan members can't do it! From the past to the present, how can your majesty mess with the government? In my opinion, His Highness the King of Han is more qualified? This position.”
Ma Zhou, who had said little, suddenly spoke: "Wei Chen also thinks His Royal Highness the King of Han is more suitable."
Li Yuanjia smiled bitterly: "What virtue do I have to hold such a high position? Firstly, I have never led an army, and secondly, I have no military merit, so I would never dare to take on this responsibility. Furthermore, today's three princes do not have the authority of the past. Commendation The nature of his merit is more important than his authority, so there is no need for Zhongshu Ling to be so excited."
The implication of the words "Three Lords" is that "one person is inferior to ten thousand people" is the ultimate form of human ministers, but in the final analysis it is just a false title, more of a symbolic meaning,
Liu Jie raised his eyebrows and scolded angrily: "That won't work! The Three Dukes are officials who discuss Tao. They serve to assist the emperor, manage Yin and Yang, level the country, and rule everything. Therefore, the person who holds this position must be old, virtuous, and highly respected. If Fang Jun suddenly ascends to such a high position at a young age, the world's fame will inevitably breed his arrogance, which is a disaster rather than a blessing! "
Li Yuanjia was not good at debating, so he could only maintain his opinion dryly in embarrassment: "It's just a false title, it's not that serious."
From ancient times to the present, the duties and powers of the "Three Dukes" have changed greatly. "Shang Shu·Zhou Guan" records, "The establishment of Taishi, Taifu and Taibao. These are the Three Dukes, who discuss the Tao and govern the country, and manage Yin and Yang. Officials are not necessary, but their people." ”
"Spring and Autumn Gongyang Zhuan" even explains: "Who are the three princes of the emperor? What are the looks of the emperor? What are the three looks of the emperor? Those who come from Shaanxi to the east are the princesses of Zhou; those who are from Shaanxi to the west are called princesses; they get along with each other. ”
Two aspects confirm that "Sangong" is the title of the highest management under the emperor in Qin and before Qin. Assisting the emperor shows his transcendent status and great authority.
Who are the "Three Masters"?
Before the Xia and Shang Dynasties, the Emperor Yun had no nobility, and the three Dukes had no officials. Zhou Yi Taishi, Taifu and Taibao were called the Three Dukes. The Qin Dynasty regarded the prime minister, the Taiwei, and the imperial censor as the three Dukes. In the Han Dynasty, the prime minister, the chief minister, and the imperial censor were the three Dukes. In the Eastern Han Dynasty, Taiwei, Situ and Sikong were regarded as the three princes.
Wei, Jin, Song, Qi, Liang, Chen, Later Wei, and Northern Qi all had Taiwei, Situ, and Sikong as their three lords.
In the Sui Dynasty, Taiwei, Situ and Sikong were the three princes.
The Tang Dynasty inherited the Sui Dynasty system.
However, since Emperor Wen of the Sui Dynasty dismissed the officials of the three Dukes, only their names and positions remained.
“It’s not okay to have a false title!”
Liu Jie stood up with a slap on the table, full of righteousness, and shouted with his halberd finger: "The King of Han keeps saying to show off his merits, why don't you just give him the title of 'Three Dukes'? Why don't you just add nine tins, a crown of ten feathers, go to the palace with swords and shoes, and enter the court?" How about not following, praising or worshiping, and then conferring a royal title?”
As soon as these words came out, Li Ji, who was "pretending to be dead", couldn't sit still and shouted: "Zhongshu Ling, be careful what you say!"
Liu Ji snorted and then realized what he shouldn't have said. He turned around and bowed to Li Chengqian to apologize: "I was so excited that I spoke nonsense and was disrespectful to Your Majesty. Please punish me."
"Add Nine Tins" was originally the highest honor for ministers. The first record of "Add Nine Tins" in history books was the reward given by Emperor Zhou to Zhou Gongdan for his decades of service in assisting the state. , don’t go out of your way.”
However, later on, "adding nine tins" became a symbol of powerful ministers, and should not be granted to those who were only powerful and ambitious.
Wang Mang, Cao Cao, Sima Zhao...
The most recent recipients of "Added Nine Tins" from the Emperor were Emperor Wen of the Sui Dynasty, Yang Jian, and Emperor Gaozu Li Yuan. Yang Jian was originally a minister of the Zhou Dynasty and had great benevolence. He was ordered by Emperor Xuan to assist the new emperor, but he was abdicated to usurp the Zhou Dynasty and establish the Sui Dynasty; Gaozu Emperor The emperor was originally a minister of the Sui Dynasty, but when the country was in crisis, he captured the capital and established a new emperor. He paid homage to the prime minister and chief minister Bai Kui, received the gift of Nine Tins, wore a twelve-pin crown, built the emperor's banner, "went out to guard and entered the country", and finally forced Emperor Gong to do so. demise.
These two people are naturally powerful, but they all have one thing in common, that is, "the young master is distrustful of the country and abuses the young master."
Saying that "adding nine tins and bestowing a king's title" to Fang Jun not only showed that Fang Jun had a rebellious intention, but also questioned Li Chengqian, comparing him to the two masters of the country's subjugation, Emperor Jing of Zhou Jing and Emperor Gong of Sui...
Fortunately, there was no imperial censor present, otherwise Liu Ji would have been impeached for the crime of "great disrespect".
Li Chengqian was very embarrassed.
When Emperor Taizong was at the time, despite his "improper position" and "moral flaws", he scolded Fang Qiu in the court and did whatever he wanted. Countless famous ministers and generals obeyed him and followed him one after another. Except for Wei Zheng who occasionally sang the opposite, everyone Respect Emperor Taizong's edict as a guideline.
But when it was his turn to become emperor, the situation was completely different.
It stands to reason that he is the eldest son of Emperor Taizong, and the crown prince inherits the throne, which is justifiable. When he was the prince, he was cautious and cautious, and he was praised by both the government and the public. After he succeeded to the throne, he worked hard and worked diligently and loved the people. He neither built a large-scale construction project nor wasted taxes, nor did he fill the harem or indulge in pleasure. He worked conscientiously, walked on thin ice, and was determined to be a prince. An emperor who has made great contributions to the world.
But he never got more recognition.
Patience has its limits. When ministers express doubts and even disdain for him again and again, no matter how much patience you have, it will be exhausted.
So he kept a straight face, ignored Liu Jie's aggressive talk, and said decisively: "Let's settle it. I will appoint the Duke of Yue as Taiwei, Shangshu Zuopushe, and Kaifu Yitong to control the Jinwu guards on the left and right. Defend the capital, suppress bandits, and continue to assume the responsibility of protecting the prince."
The emperor, who had always had a soft personality and lacked independent opinions, was rarely tough. Regardless of whether he agreed in his heart or not, all the ministers could only accept the order solemnly at this moment. Li Ji, who had been silent all this time, put down his tea cup. When he put down his tea cup, his knuckles turned white and the muscles on the back of his hands bulged. It was obvious that he exerted force subconsciously...