Chapter 018: Conspiracy
Before Liu Chang could ask Fan Hao more things, he was kicked out by Han Xin, and the two of them seemed to have something very important to discuss.
After Liu Chang left Han Xin's mansion, he felt that this matter was a bit outrageous.
Although Father did give Han Xin good treatment, and even allowed him, a former traitor, to visit his friends freely in the capital, this does not mean that other princes and kings can come to visit Han Xin, it is one thing for Han Xin to take the initiative to visit, but it is another thing to take the initiative to visit Han Xin.
Is Fan Hao really not afraid of arousing his father's jealousy? Maybe he was simply sent by his father?
Liu Chang thought about it, and after returning to Jiaofang Palace, he who had always been big-mouthed, naturally told his mother about Fan Xu.
But what Liu Chang didn't expect was that Empress Lu was not surprised, she interrupted Liu Chang's tirade and coldly instructed: "You must not talk about this matter." ”
Although Empress Lu didn't say anything threatening this time, Liu Chang was still frightened, after all, what Empress Lu said this time was very serious, and he knew early on what it would be like to provoke his mother.
Liu Bang has two hobbies on weekdays, one is to hold banquets with his family, and the other is to hold banquets with friends.
Therefore, today is definitely Liu Bang's happiest day, because today's banquet has his family and his friends.
When Empress Lu led Liu Chang to come late, Liu Chang was surprised to find that this banquet was completely different from the past, it was no longer a family together like before, Liu Bang sat on the main seat, and the two groups of people knelt on both sides of him, with serious expressions and more solemn.
On Liu Bang's left side, there were many people who Liu Chang didn't know, and there were only three of them he knew, one was the man he bumped into in the Changxin Palace, who seemed to be called Zhou Chang or something, and the other was his master Han Xin, and the last one was Fan Xu.
Han Xin was still smiling and talking to the person next to him, but the moment he saw Liu Chang come in, the smile on his face disappeared, his face darkened, and he turned his head away, pretending that he didn't see the stupid boy.
On the right side of Liu Bang, they are all acquaintances, Mrs. Qi did not come today, and neither did the eldest father and mother, but the princes, the second brother, Ruyi, the fourth brother, and the fifth brother They sat on the right side of Liu Bang in order of age, each looking serious, bowing their heads slightly, expressing their respect for a group of founding ministers.
But this atmosphere was ruined after Liu Chang arrived.
"Master! You're here! ”
"Master! I'm here! ”
Liu Chang waved his hand vigorously, Han Xin gritted his teeth in pain, and the man who looked very kind and kind on the side couldn't help laughing, and even patted Han Xin's shoulder gently. Liu Chang felt that this person's status must be very high, because he had never seen a minister dare to treat Han Xin like this.
Empress Lu sat next to Liu Bang, but Liu Chang could only sit at the end.
Because the youngest son Liu Jian is still a baby, Liu Chang can only sit in the last seat... Who made him the youngest?
Liu Chang sat in his place and looked at Liu You on the side, "You are also here." ”
"Hmm."
"Why did Father suddenly hold a banquet? Why haven't you eaten? ”
Liu You trembled and didn't know how to reply, Liu Hui, who was sitting on the other side of him, winked at Liu Chang, shook his head again, and asked him to stop talking.
After everyone arrived, the ministers stood up, and the kind uncle led by him began to say some "toasts" that seemed to be understood, Liu Chang felt that it was probably a toast, anyway, it was a long period of instigation, Liu Bang and the ministers drank, and the prince here, only Liu Ying was qualified to get up and drink.
This is the first time that Liu Chang hates banquets, there is no good food, he can't mess around with a few brothers, as if he is listening to a song, just when Liu Chang was about to fall asleep, a few armor soldiers walked in from outside the hall, they were holding something, Liu Chang looked at it, and immediately happy, isn't this the textile machine I made??
Is today's banquet just to reward me?
Liu Chang guessed correctly once.
In fact, Liu Bang has already displayed the textile machine in the court, in the court, Liu Bang boasted, saying that this is his youngest son specially made for the world, saying that although his youngest son is the most unsuccessful among his sons, he also has such thoughts.
The words blew this naughty son to the sky, although Liu Bang did not say it in front of Liu Chang, but he was really proud as a father, proud of his son's shocking achievement, of course, he did not forget to put gold on his face, according to him, Liu Chang can have such a benevolent heart, such a hands-on ability, thanks to his father.
As for why he's so naughty... That's his mother's problem.
Because Liu Chang was too young, Liu Bang decided to hold a big banquet, which could also be used to reward Liu Chang's contributions, and by the way, he could brag in front of his friends, after all, there was no need to be so restrained at the banquet. Although Liu Bang was never polite in the court meeting, he swore a lot of words, and from time to time he said a meat joke, saying that the scalp of several Confucian doctors was numb, and the hands of the historian were trembling, gritting his teeth, labor and management are writing history, not writing small yellow literature.
"Long! Come here! ”
This seems to be the first time Liu Bang has called his name, not a shaft.
Liu Chang jumped up violently and walked quickly to Liu Bang's side, Liu Bang also stood up, pointed at Liu Chang, and said: "Even my youngest son has a common heart and wants to benefit the world, and you must work harder!" ”
"Yui!"
The banquet finally officially began, someone brought delicious food, musicians were playing, the ministers were talking, and Liu Bang laughed and drank with them. Liu Chang was pulled aside by Liu Ying, and it could be seen that Liu Ying was really very happy.
"Brother! Well done! ”
Mozi said: The ancient people, when they don't know how to wear clothes, they wear belts, winter is not light and warm, summer is not light and cold, the holy king thinks that he is not in the affection of people, so he pretends to teach women, treats silk and linen, and makes cloth and silk, thinking that it is the people's clothes. For the method of clothes, in winter, in the practice of silk, it is enough to be light and warm, and in summer, it is enough to be light and cold, so it will stop. Therefore the sage is enough for the garment, for the body, and for the skin..."
"From this point of view, those who can serve the world as clothes can be called holy kings, and my brother will definitely be such a holy king in the future!"
Liu Ying started a tirade again, Liu Chang was confused, and he couldn't understand what he was talking about, but he only understood that the other party was praising himself, so he gave a polite smile to express his gratitude.
Every time Liu Ying tortures Liu Chang, he will be rewarded, and this time is no exception, Liu Ying took off a piece of jade from his waist, which Liu Ying has worn since he was a child, and he also likes to wear jade the most, and he gave this piece of jade to Liu Chang.
After surviving a round of torture, taking advantage of the gap between Liu Ying and the ministers, Liu Chang hurriedly fled and returned to his brothers.
"Ha, benefit the country and the people~~"
Liu Chang squinted at Liu Ruyi and said loudly.
"It's just a trail, the descendants of the royal family, you can govern the world with your own ability, compared to the dignified and benevolent government, you are just a trail, you are addicted to the trail, but you don't even know the basic agriculture and mulberry industry and commerce, and you will be a prince and king in the future, and the damage will be more than your current small achievements."
Liu Ruyi said disdainfully.
Liu Chang's first reaction was whether to report to his father, his father is so happy now, if he hears Liu Ruyi's statement of pouring cold water, Liu Ruyi will definitely have to be beaten, right?
Liu Ruyi noticed Liu Chang's eyes looking at Liu Bang, and suddenly reached out and dragged him aside.
"You're still good... Well, it's pretty impressive..."
After Liu Ruyi was convinced, Liu Chang followed Liu Heng in turn, Liu Hui showed off, Liu Heng nodded calmly, Liu Hui gave a gift, he couldn't afford to give Liu Ying a gift like that, he could only give Liu Chang a palm-sized wooden man, the wooden man was carved very realistically, and it was the appearance of a majestic general. Liu Chang likes it very much, even more than Liu Ying's gift.
Next, he naturally wanted to go to the master to show off.
Han Xin has always pretended not to see him, and deliberately chatted with the people around him, but when Liu Chang came to him, flashed his big eyes, and stared at him tightly, Han Xin couldn't turn a blind eye anymore, he turned around, for some reason, when he saw Liu Chang like this, he was inexplicably angry, can't you be serious? ?
But there are many people here, and the cultivation of the scholar restricts him, and he can't get angry.
"Master, I didn't lie to you, I made that machine!!"
"That's good, good boy." , Han Xin smirked on his face, and gently performed the filial piety of his master and apprentice with Liu Chang.
Liu Bang was really happy, and soon, he drank too much, he pulled Liu Chang over, and shouted: "I can't give you a title, but I can promise you one thing, no matter what, just say it!" ”
Liu Chang hesitated for a moment and asked, "Is it okay to do three things?" ”
"Hmm... Yes! Say, you want me to slaughter a cow for you? Or do you want to tear down my new pavilion? Even if you don't want to study! Anything goes! ”
"Anything?"
........
"Someone's coming!"
At the construction site of Changle Palace, donkey carts slowly came here, and a person who looked like a big official stood on the cart and shouted: "Your Majesty's gift!" I specially sent a cart and a horse to help you transport the stones! There is still some meat and clothes on this cart, and I will pick them up one by one! ”
A group of ragged craftsmen looked at the soldiers who were driving in horror, and when they heard the words of the great official, in an instant, everyone fell to their knees on the ground, howling and crying, "Your Majesty is kind! Long live Your Majesty! ”
.......
Several carriages were slowly driving out of Chang'an, and on the carriage, a group of craftsmen belonging to the Shaofu Shangfang Mansion excitedly took the letters of their families, they finally got a four-month vacation, and after being away from home for several years, they were allowed to go home and meet their families, they wiped their tears, and laughed while crying.
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In the Jiaofang Palace, Liu Bang sat awkwardly in front of Empress Lu.
"The Jiaofang Hall was originally my residence... Is it necessary for me to stay here for three days? ”
Empress Lu had a cold face and didn't say a word.
Liu Bang just sneered.