The System Forces Me to Be the Emperor

According to the ten-day holiday system of the Great Xia Kingdom, on the 20th day of the twelfth lunar month, officials began to have a holiday and go home to visit relatives, and returned to normal on the 15th day of the first lunar month. It is the country with the longest rest period among the Seven Kingdoms, such as the Great Qi Kingdom and the Great Zhao Kingdom. Only seven days, I believe their officials are envious and jealous.

This is the case in Great Xia, which fully reflects Emperor Xia's benevolent government and caring for the people, and his compassion for all officials.

Today is the fourteenth day of the twelfth lunar month, and there are only six days until the twenty-first day of the twelfth lunar month. Xiao Rui is looking forward to the day when he will not have to go to court.

Since midnight last night, the sky has been covered with snowflakes, and when Xiao Rui went out early, the eaves and the ground were already dyed white.

Xiao Rui reached out to catch the snowflakes. Judging by the scale of the snowfall, it must be a heavy snowfall.

When they got into the carriage and arrived at the Meridian Gate, the Emperor Xia had already issued a decree to ask the officials of the previous court to wait in the side hall of the Hall of Supreme Harmony.

The ground dragon was burned in the hall, and warm blankets were spread on the ground where they kneeled and sat, so the civil and military officials did not feel cold. With the arrival of Emperor Xia, the early dynasty officially began.

Xiao Rui stood in the corner boredly, listening to the six ministers report some official affairs. It seemed that it was the end of the new year, and all the troubles had died down. Now the reports are all happy events, not worrying ones. No officials want to spoil His Majesty's interest in celebrating the new year. .

Near the end, Emperor Xia mentioned something: "Dear dear friends, do you still remember that during my birthday banquet, Emperor Zhao of Zhao Kingdom sent me a birthday gift, and King Xian also gave him some return gifts on my behalf?"

After a pause, seeing the civil and military officials whispering, Xia Huang continued with a smile: "Yesterday, Zhao Huang sent someone to send a reply, and the first and second of the triple couplet written by King Xian are correct, but The third couplet: Willows in the Pond in Smoke Lock, haha... After a heated discussion in Zhao Guo, countless great scholars thought hard, but none of them came out. Live, what a joy! That's why Zhao Huang's reply letter showed a rare weak tone, which can make the old Zhao Huang show weakness, which is more exciting than killing him. Zhao Huang is old, but he regards dignity as his life, which is extremely ridiculous. "

"It's His Majesty's brilliance that made Emperor Zhao humiliate himself." Lu Yuanzheng, Minister of the Ministry of Rites and a cabinet scholar, came out and said.

"That's right! King Xian's literary talent is outstanding, and it's all taught by His Majesty." Shang Jin, Minister of the Ministry of Officials, also praised him.

The Eighth Prince Xiao Jing also stood up and said joyfully: "Your Majesty, Emperor Zhao has lost his face, and my son suggested that this matter be announced to the world, so as to cheer up the people of the world, especially the officials who came to Beijing one after another, let them know Under His Majesty's benevolent government, our Great Xia Kingdom is truly governed by Confucianism! I believe that the officials will definitely work harder and serve the country when they learn about this!"

When Xiao Yiheng saw Xiao Jing making a fuss about the imperial examination, he immediately came out and said: "Your Majesty, I think it is absolutely impossible! Zhao Guo just lost in the first league, but Zhao Guo's Confucianism and style of study have always been It is recognized by the Seven Kingdoms, if we do not have the strength to forcefully fight for the title of the so-called Confucianism governing the country, it is likely to be self-defeating. Therefore, I suggest that this matter should be treated as a joke in the early court, and then it will be closed after laughing."

"My minister seconded the proposal! What His Royal Highness the King of Chu said is very reasonable!" Lu Yuanzheng agreed.

Shang Jin naturally wanted to support his grandson-in-law Xiao Jing, he said: "This statement is wrong! Why is the Great Zhao State famous for Confucianism? Confucianism of Great Zhao Kingdom has been vigorously promoted! Kong Zhou is a descendant of Kong Sheng, which does not mean that the entire Great Zhao Kingdom is a master of Confucianism!"

In this world, there is also a Confucius sage who traveled around the countries in the once chaotic period and created Confucianism. His descendants carried it forward and carried it forward. Confucianism flourished, forming the current Confucian school.

Today, Kong Sheng's ancestral land is in the territory of Zhao State, so it is naturally taken over by Zhao State, and Kong Sheng is considered to be a native of Zhao State. And the Confucian family happened to have an excellent descendant. He integrated the Four Books and the Five Classics and wrote the "Book of Books". As soon as this book was published, Kong Zhou became famous instantly and was hailed as a great Confucianist and Taoist.

In addition, the imperial examination systems of various countries all test the Four Books and Five Classics, which makes the book "Book of Books" popular. Over time, the Great Zhao Kingdom has accumulated the elegant name of Confucianism for governing the country.

So Shang Jin was unconvinced, and he had a reason.

But why can't other countries cultivate such characters?

Xiao Rui stood in the corner watching the play, but the play was aggrieved.

He rolled his eyes, feeling very upset. Is the couplet I made good? Why didn't anyone propose to give me some rewards? Why are my fathers all credit?

I was still feeling sorry for plagiarizing famous quotes and verses from my previous life, but I didn't expect that it would not be my turn to be credited in the end.

no! Something has to be done.

So Xiao Rui took the initiative to come out and said: "Your Majesty, I have something to play!"

Everyone's eyes shifted to Xiao Rui, King Chu and King Jing were still arguing, why did King Xian jump out again.

Emperor Xia smiled and said: "Oh? What do you want to play? Do you also want to express your opinion? Tell me quickly."

"I don't care whether Emperor Zhao loses face or not, and I don't care whether our Great Xia Kingdom should strive for the reputation of Confucianism in governing the country." Xiao Rui said: "Father, I just feel that the snow is falling very quickly today. Big, and there is no intention of stopping until now. I think the snow will not be too light. I don’t know how you feel about the snow at the end of this year, ministers?"

Xiao Rui looked at Xiao Yiheng and asked, "King Chu, what do you think?"

"Auspicious snow heralds a good year, this is a good omen! King Xian, do you have nothing to say?" Xiao Yiheng said.

Xiao Rui looked at Xiao Jing again, and asked, "What does King Jing think?"

Xiao Jing snorted and said, "Heavy snow means a good harvest, and it indicates a good harvest in the coming year. The weather will be smooth and the country will be prosperous and the people will be safe! This is the auspicious omen bestowed by the heavens on Daxia, and it is also the result of Father's benevolent government and love for the people."

Xiao Rui looked at Emperor Xia again, and asked, "Your Majesty, what do you think?"

Emperor Xia was taken aback for a moment, his eyes skipped over the hall, and looked outside.

The heavy snow was flying like goose feathers, rendering the world pale.

"I don't know how many poor people are struggling to live in this heavy snow." Emperor Xia sighed leisurely.

As soon as these words came out, Xiao Yiheng and Xiao Jing's hearts thumped, and they secretly regretted how they only thought about good things and forgot about this one.

Xiao Rui said respectfully: "Your Majesty is sympathetic to the people, and I admire them. I also feel that how many poor people will suffer from such heavy snow? Can they make a living? How to keep warm? Can the old thatched cottage withstand the heavy snow? Do you have cotton coats to keep out the cold?"

"My son has heard a poem, and I take the liberty to read it to Your Majesty and all the ministers present."

"The charcoal seller cuts firewood and burns charcoal in Nanshan.

His face was dusty and smoky, and his temples were gray and black.

Where can I get the money from selling charcoal? The clothes on the body eat in the mouth.

Poor body coat is single, worried about charcoal cheap wishing the weather cold.

A foot of snow outside the city at night, Xiao drove a charcoal cart through the ice ruts.

The days of hunger for cattle and people are already high, and they rest in the mud outside the south gate of the city. "

Xiao Rui sighed, and said leisurely: "Look at the servants, the rooster crowed and felt cold, hid in the car and lint cotton to warm. The copper hairpin stove burned charcoal red, and the car was hot and dry and needed to undress. The golden palace earth dragon blazed, Before discussing the matter, we had a meal in the middle of the morning. I only remember that Feixue will be happy in the coming year, but forget that the poor people are poor. I urge God to cheer up, if the cold wind does not come, the snow will disappear quickly."

Xiao Rui cupped his hands, his eyes filled.

Is it not without my credit?

Let me see if you can still laugh!

Just, why are my eyes moist?

...

The whole hall was silent, Xiao Yiheng and Xiao Jing's cheeks were hot, but this time they were slapped hard by Xiao Rui.

Emperor Xia stood up, looked away from Xiao Rui's body, and stared at the heavy snow outside the hall.

"I advise the Lord of Heaven to cheer up again, the snow will disappear quickly if the cold wind doesn't come... It's hard to be King Xian, you have a heart." Emperor Xia sighed, without punishing anyone, then he waved his hand and said: "Let's come here this morning. "

"Retreat!" Hai Dafu sang loudly, and then all the civil and military officials got up to send Emperor Xia off, and they retreated one after another.

Just as Xiao Rui left the Golden Palace, he was stopped by an accompanying eunuch, and said respectfully: "His Royal Highness, His Majesty has an order to order you to wait in the Hall of Mental Cultivation."

Xiao Rui nodded, then changed direction and walked towards the Hall of Mental Cultivation.

The Hall of Mental Cultivation was warm, and Yan Xiaoxiao was grinding, when she suddenly saw Xiao Rui coming in, she was surprised, and said, "Your Highness, why are you here?"

"Father summoned me and asked me to wait here." Xiao Rui said with a smile: "The Chinese New Year is coming soon, first I wish you all wishes come true in the new year, do you have anything you want me to tell your grandparents?"

Yan Xiaoxiao nodded like a pounding garlic, took out a letter from her bosom, and said with a smile, "Please Your Highness."

Xiao Rui took the envelope, it seemed that it was kept in his arms, it was still warm to the touch, and when he smelled it carefully, there was a faint fragrance floating around. Xiao Rui frowned, and couldn't help but look at Yan Xiaoxiao.

Although she was only sixteen years old, Yan Xiaoxiao became more and more beautiful. She was on duty in the Hall of Mental Cultivation, which could temper her temperament and character. No wonder Xiao Yiheng fell in love at first sight, and even abandoned his wife. Hey, I have pity on my brother-in-law who has the same qualities as Wu Song.

Seemingly because of staring, Yan Xiaoxiao's cheeks were flushed, like the rosy clouds rising in winter, her jade hands were kneading in front of her body, she lowered her head and dared not look directly at Xiao Rui.

Xiao Rui suddenly realized that his behavior was Meng Lang. Fortunately, his father was not there, otherwise he would be in trouble. I don't know if he would have poached his eyes.

At the same time, he couldn't help having a thought in his heart, tell me, such an excellent woman, the emperor would not favor her if she stayed by her side, no wonder Xiao Yiheng suspected that His Majesty's health was not good last time.

If it were me... Fuck, Xiao Rui, are you still human? Such a young person has unreasonable thoughts.

Xiao Rui quickly got rid of this dirty thought, and quickly recited the meditation mantra silently in his heart: "I am fighting a tiger, Wu Song! I regard my sister-in-law as a tiger, da! Don't come here!"

Not to mention, fantasizing himself as fighting Hu Wusong, he didn't want Yan Xiaoxiao anymore, instead his mind was full of Li Xiu'er.

Now it's even worse.

Quickly shook my mind, let's meditate on Li Kui.

When I think of Li Kui's furry beard, I lose all my thoughts. What kind of woman do you think of? Be careful. Li Kui touches you and calls you, "Be careful."

The picture is too beautiful, Xiao Rui dare not think about it.

"Your Highness, are you thirsty? Or is there something wrong?" Yan Xiaoxiao asked quickly seeing Xiao Rui shaking his head with an indescribably strange expression.

Xiao Rui smiled and said, "Then make me a cup of tea."

Yan Xiaoxiao immediately went to make tea, and Xiao Rui also sat down.

As soon as he sat down, Emperor Xia came slowly, and just as Xiao Rui wanted to get up, he saw Emperor Xia waved his hand and said, "Sit down, you don't need to get up."

Xia Huang went to the dragon table and sat down, Hai Dafu took off his cloak for him, coincidentally Yan Xiaoxiao brought hot tea, so he had to present it to Xia Huang first.

Emperor Xia drank a cup of hot tea and said: "Just now when I went out for a walk, the snow is already ankle-deep, and it's getting bigger and bigger. It looks like it won't stop today."

Xiao Rui nodded, understanding what Emperor Xia did. He is a real monarch who cares about the poor people in the world.

"Rui'er, your discussion today has angered a group of people again." Emperor Xia laughed.

Xiao Rui shrugged and said: "My son is just telling the truth."

"Then tell me, are they well aware that they don't want to embarrass me during the Chinese New Year, or are they deliberately concealing it?" Emperor Xia asked again.

Xiao Rui shook his head and said, "They didn't hide it on purpose."

"Oh?" Emperor Xia groaned softly, just about to ask a question.

Xiao Rui said again: "It's not like they know it well, they are afraid of embarrassing the father."

Emperor Xia smiled and asked, "Then what are they?"

"They don't bother to know that they are officials in the capital, not local magistrates or county magistrates. What is the direct relationship between the life and death of poor people?" Xiao Rui said.

Emperor Xia was not angry: "It's fine to talk about it here, don't talk nonsense when you go out. In fact, there are still many honest and good officials among the civil and military officials. You beat everyone with a stick, so be careful to provoke public anger."

Xiao Rui nodded, and said: "My son understands, my son is just emotional for a while, and he speaks wild words as soon as his blood comes up."

Emperor Xia smiled and said: "It is a good thing to have blood. When I was your age, I was still working hard for a living. At that time, I never thought that I was a prince, or even the emperor of Daxia. Maybe it was because I had this period of poverty. That’s why I can think of the common people, I didn’t become a blind man trapped in this palace, I didn’t become an ignorant emperor.”

After a pause, Emperor Xia said: "You princes also lack the experience of poverty. You haven't experienced hardships, exhaustion, starvation, and emptiness. How can you truly take on great responsibilities? Entering Chaozhou, where is remote and the people are suffering, I hope he can make some achievements."

"Fifth brother will understand father's good intentions." Xiao Rui said sincerely.

Emperor Xia sighed: "Tell me, what is the realm of a saint who truly serves the country and the people?"

Xiao Rui hesitated for a moment, and read: "I read a sentence from an ancient book: There are thousands of mansions in An De Guang Mansion, which shelters the poor and the poor in the world, and is as safe as a mountain. Woohoo! When will you suddenly see this house in front of you?" , My hut alone is enough to freeze to death!"

"This may be the real realm of saints."

After hearing this, Emperor Xia remained silent for a long time, feeling awe in his heart.

After a long time, Emperor Xia came back to his senses and said, "Oh, that's right. I have kept you here because there is something I need you to do!"

"Father, please order." Xiao Rui quickly got up and waited for the order.

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