books44 Chapter 167 Guidance
Chapter 167 Guidance
When Prince Anping passed away, Liu Zhao was originally going to see him off.
Prince Anping firmly refused and left a message before leaving.
To be an emperor, you must act like an emperor.
Although the words are simple, they are thought-provoking.
Only then did Liu Zhao come to the Xuande Hall accompanied by Zhang Hong.
Liu Xuan, He Zhi, Song Xian, Liu Jun and Yang Ke were all waiting in the waiting room outside the hall.
"Let Prince Jingnan come in!"
After Liu Zhao sat down, he asked Zhang Hong to call King Jingnan.
One advantage of letting the ministers wait outside is that they can be talked to one by one.
You can also talk in groups.
Liu Xuan walked in quickly.
Kneeling on one knee, he clasped his fists and said, "Greetings, Your Highness the Crown
After seeing Liu Zhao's performance in Minguang Palace, Liu Xuan put away his somewhat contemptuous attitude.
His speech and behavior are completely different from what they were six months ago.
Although he is a bit impetuous, his thinking is clear and methodical.
It's like someone taught me.
But the fact is that Liu Xuan knew it very well, and no one had ever taught him.
Unless it really is the Buddha possessed!
but!
For a general who has fought on the battlefield for decades, this matter is too mysterious!
But it can't be explained.
"Get up! Sit down and talk!"
Of course, there was no need for Liu Zhao to call his uncle great-grandfather at this time, as he was the boss now.
This is completely different from the situation that Prince Anping told him.
Liu Xuan stood up and sat down, feeling somewhat uneasy.
"General, you are my great-uncle. Father often told me that he followed you in battles all over the land since he was young! It is thanks to your care that we have built this magnificent dynasty!"
Liu Zhao took a deep breath and said.
You still have to wear a compliment!
What's more, Liu Xuan has always supported his succession to the throne, and his loyalty is beyond doubt!
"Your Highness, that is what I should do. Now, the emperor is in poor health, and I am deeply saddened. However, Your Highness is now acting as the emperor of the Great Jing Dynasty. I will be loyal to Your Highness and do my utmost to suppress the rebellion and maintain the peace of our Great Jing Dynasty!"
"it is good!"
Liu Zhao looked at Liu Xuan.
"With just these few words from you, I feel relieved. I believe that as long as our ruler and his subjects unite, the rebellion can be put down in no time!"
"Yes, Your Highness!"
Liu Xuan still felt somewhat emotional.
Past historical experience tells us that when the cunning rabbit dies, the hunting dogs are cooked; when the birds are all gone, the good bows are put away.
I don’t know if the prince will treat me like this when the time comes.
But now, there is no way out.
We must first do our utmost to quell the rebellion.
"General, I have a few opinions on suppressing the rebellion!"
Whether it is right or not, you should also give your own guidance first.
"Your Highness, please speak!"
Liu Xuan's heart tightened.
Don't tell me how to fight!
The worst thing in war is blind command.
"The current situation is extremely critical. I know nothing about fighting, so all matters concerning the war are entirely up to you. You don't have to tell me everything! If there are any treacherous individuals, you can execute them first and report to me later!"
Liu Zhao certainly understood that the most important thing in fighting at this time was to trust Liu Xuan.
Let him do it!
I have no choice, and there is no need to suspect him!
If the Sixth Prince and the Prince of Zhenbei really attacked, not only would we lose our kingdom, but our lives would certainly be in danger.
"Thank you for your trust, Your Highness!"
Liu Xuan was really touched.
"You are Welcome!"
Liu Zhao answered simply.
"Secondly, military commanders, my father made arrangements before he fell ill. I think we should proceed according to his will!"
Liu Zhao looked at Liu Xuan.
It also means that he strictly abides by Liu Yan's will.
Liu Xuan understood immediately, "Your Highness, I will carry out your order immediately!"
Don’t say there is no big problem. Even if there is a little problem, you can adjust it slowly by yourself.
"Third, Prince Song is my uncle after all. There is currently no reliable evidence to prove that he participated in the rebellion. You must treat this with caution!"
What I mean is, let Liu Xuan understand it himself.
"I know my limits!"
Liu Xuan knew very well that if the King of Song was captured, the prince obviously did not want to leave him alive.
Staying here is indeed a big hassle.
By then, I might have to take the blame!
But what can we do?
"Fourth, if you need military supplies, just ask for them. I'll find a way to secure them, even if it means selling everything I have!"
Liu Zhao knew in his heart that such a big war would cost a lot of money.
But he had to grit his teeth and find a solution, and then discuss it with Song Xian in detail when he came.
"Yes, Your Highness!"
In fact, this is the problem that Liu Xuan is most worried about.
At this time, the battle in Yangcheng was fierce, and the daily expenditure on food and fodder was not a small amount.
"That's all! If anything happens, report directly to me!"
It’s about reporting, who cares, as long as you understand it!
"Yes, I resign!"
Liu Xuan stood up, clasped his fists and left.
I always feel that the prince's words are a little strange.
"Let the Grand Guardian and the Minister of the Central Secretariat come in!"
He Zhi and Song Xian came in soon.
Liu Zhao walked over and helped He Zhi sit down on the stool without waiting for him to salute.
This old man is also very good to me and his level is very high.
Song Xian bowed seriously and sat down.
"Prince Jingnan was here just now. I told him about the war. The other princes of Jingnan will naturally make preparations, but I'm afraid only you two will know about the military supplies and fodder!"
Liu Zhao went straight to the point.
"Your Highness, regarding the military supplies and fodder, Minister of Finance Du Zheng is currently suppressing a rebellion in Yangcheng and cannot return for the time being. I have ordered Li Bi, a doctor in the Ministry of Finance, to gather them and report to Your Highness tomorrow!"
"Okay, the sooner the better!"
The amount of military supplies and fodder is not small, and it is difficult to count them at the moment, so a careful inventory is needed.
It’s good that Song Xian can take the initiative to do things!
"Your Highness, please review the list of officials of all ranks in the court!"
Song Xian took out a large list and handed it to Liu Zhao respectfully.
Liu Zhao took a casual look and saw everyone from the three highest officials to the county magistrate.
One piece of paper for each official position.
One sheet per state.
Categorize and remember in detail.
Even the position of Inspector of the Imperial Guards, which Yang Ke had just held, was written on it.
"Your Highness, if you wish to appoint or dismiss these officials, please issue an order!"
He Zhi said.
"I don't know the situation of these officials, but in these extraordinary times, as long as they haven't participated in the rebellion, they will remain in their original positions. We'll talk about it later!"
Liu Zhao closed the book.
Stability trumps all else.
Now is not a good time to fight corruption and mediocrity.
Moreover, thousands of years of historical experience have shown that harsh punishments and severe laws are ineffective in combating corruption and incompetence.
Zhu Yuanzhang was so powerful!
So what if corrupt officials are skinned alive?
It's still a case of being greedy.
"Yes, Your Highness!"
"Taibao, you are my father's teacher, and of course, my teacher as well. I hope you will care about me as much as you care about my father!"
Now that he was here, Liu Zhao had to give He Zhixian a compliment.
"Your Highness, that is my duty as an old minister. I will definitely live up to the trust placed in me by His Majesty the Emperor!"
He Zhi nodded slightly.
"Secretary Song, you've been by my father's side for many years, and you're most familiar with the major state affairs. Please take more care of me!"
I have given He Zhi a compliment, and of course I have also given Song Xian a compliment.
It’s not difficult anyway.
"Yes, Your Highness, I will do my best to repay the Emperor's grace!"
"Okay!" Liu Zhao nodded.
Thinking of Shangguan Mi!