Chapter 209: Hu Fu (I)
Zhao Jun led the iron cavalry to the north, arrived at the Gate of Infinity, and looked at the continuous desert, "The land of Hu is the territory of Zhao." Realize the unfinished deeds of the ancestor Zhao Xiangzi. He wants to be an eagle on the steppe. ”
Suddenly, in the depths of Zhao Yong's mind, the idea of wanting to take a look at his territory welled up. Zhao Yong ordered to turn west and reach the Great River. Fei Yi pointed to the big river: "Your Majesty, the opposite side of the big river is the Qin State. ”
Zhao Yong asked: "Our Hexi is still in the hands of the Qin people. ”
When Fei Yi and the others heard this, they panicked. Everyone thought to themselves that the king would not want to cross the river, start a war with the Qin State, and recover Hexi. Zhao Yong saw everyone's frightened looks, and said with a smile: "How strong the Qin State is, the widow has seen it. The widow will not be whimsical, and lead less than 10,000 iron horsemen to smuggle across the river and start a war with the Qin State. ”
When Fei Yi heard this, the stone in his heart finally landed.
Zhao Yong looked at the water of the endless river and swore: "The widow will one day take back the land west of the river." ”
Tian Buli said: "The ministers will follow the king to start a war with Qin. ”
Fei Yi also said: "Zhao State wants to stand in the forest of strong countries and compete for hegemony among the princes." In addition to expanding the territory, it is also necessary to recover the lost territory. After a hundred years and several generations of people's efforts, the Qin State recovered the land west of the river and embarked on the road to becoming a strong country. Zhao did not reclaim the land occupied by Qin, even if it became a great power. The princes of the Central Plains will neither approve nor laugh at us. ”
"The lost territory has not been recovered, and Zhao can only be a big country, not a strong country." Zhao Yong said forcefully: "The widow not only wants Zhao to become a great country, but also Zhao to become a strong country. A rich country and a strong army are also the last wishes of the monarch's father before his death. The great work that the monarch's father did not accomplish was replaced by a widow. ”
Seeing that the monarch was determined, everyone said in unison: "I am willing to serve the monarch." ”
"The widow has been away from Handan for many days, it's time to go back." Zhao Yong took one last look at the turbulent river, led the army back, and headed for Handan. On the way back to Handan, we passed a large mountain. The mountains and rivers are beautiful, the clouds are steaming, and the scenery is beautiful and charming. Flocks of happy birds, some break through the clouds, crisscrossing the world. Some are crisscrossed by misty valleys. The scenery of the mountains is spectacular and fascinating.
Zhao Yong pointed to the spectacular scenery in front of him and asked, "Where is this?" ”
Fei Yi said: "This mountain is called Huanghua Mountain. ”
Zhao Yong said happily, "Zhao Guo has many beautiful mountains and rivers. ”
Fei Yi said: "Your Majesty, it is said that when Mu Tianzi traveled, he traveled to this mountain. Mu Tianzi saw that the waterfall on the top of the mountain was flying, the dry lake in the valley was shining, the clouds were hidden and the peaks were hidden, and the water surrounded the valley, and he was fascinated by the scenery here, so he named it Huanghua Mountain. And ordered people to carve the South Heavenly Gate on the boulder. It's a pity that Huanghua Mountain has gone through hundreds of years, weathered the wind and rain, and experienced vicissitudes, and it is difficult to trace the traces of its predecessors. The words engraved by Mu Tianzi were also erased by the wind and rain. ”
"Feiyi, do you think that mountain is more beautiful than Huanghua Mountain."
"They are all the beautiful mountains and rivers of Zhao Kingdom."
"You're right, it's all the beautiful mountains and rivers of Zhao Kingdom. How can the territory of a few be compared? Zhao Yong said to the people behind him, "There are too many people, and it is easy to disturb the gods, birds and beasts in the mountains." The army was stationed at the foot of the mountain, and the widows wanted to climb Huanghua Mountain to see the beautiful mountains and rivers of Zhao State. ”
Fei Yi ordered Li Dui to garrison at the foot of the mountain, and let fifty iron riders dismount and go up the mountain with the king.
Every scenery of Huanghua Mountain, such as heavenly creation, is intoxicating. Zhao Yong and others climbed Huanghua Mountain, and it was already dark. There are several palaces on the top of Huanghua Mountain, which were once a summer retreat for the monarch of the Jin Kingdom. The Zhao family established the Zhao State, and it became the place where the monarch of the Zhao State cultivated. When Zhao Suhou was the marquis, there was no major event in the country, and he would bring the queen and others here to watch the world.
Fei Yi had already sent someone to inform the officials on the top of the mountain. The officials also prepared delicious wine and food in the Qingyang Hall for the king to eat. Zhao Jun climbed the mountain to enjoy the scenery, and he was already hungry. Zhao Yong drank with everyone in the Qingyang Hall to discuss the general trend of the world.
After the fiftieth year of drinking, everyone was also happy and excited. Zhao Yong drank a few more bottles of wine, put down the glass, and asked everyone: "The widow wants to promote cavalry shooting in the country and defend the territory." Ladies and gentlemen, what do you think? ”
As soon as Zhao Jun's words fell, the hall was quiet.
Lou Xuan was the first to break the silence, "The gentleman wants to promote mounted archery in the country, which is a great thing." Minister, both hands in favor. Your Majesty, the minister still has an idea, I don't know if I should say it or not. ”
Zhao Yong raised his hand and said, "Just say anything." ”
Lou slowly drank a glass of wine and said with a smile: "If you want to promote riding and shooting, it is better to promote Hufu as well." ”
As soon as Lou Xuan's words came out, the hall fell silent.
Lou slowly looked left and right, saw that everyone's eyes were looking at him, and asked, "What are you looking at me for?" ”
Fei Yi reminded: "General Lou Xuan, you are drunk, so you should talk less." ”
"Xiangbang, don't worry, my alcohol consumption is very good. Three altars of Zhao wine are not drunk. How can I get drunk with this amount of alcohol? Lou Shu thought he was making fun of his lack of alcohol, and explained: "Don't talk nonsense, I'm not drunk." ”
Qiu Li saw that Lou Chu didn't understand the meaning of his words, and kindly reminded: "Lou Chu, you are really drunk, and you still say that you are not drunk." ”
Lou slowly raised his voice and said, "I'm not drunk, I'm really not drunk." I think you're drunk. ”
Feiyi organized the sentence and tried not to make the atmosphere awkward, "Hufu is worn by different races." You want to promote Hufu, this is not to change customs. Do you know what it means? You're not drunk, how can you say such drunken words. Behold! You're drunk, and you're not lightly drunk. ”
Qiu Ye took over and continued: "Hu Fu, the princes of the Central Plains have always scoffed at him. The princes of the Central Plains would not even think about promoting Hufu. You! If you want to promote Hufu, many people will not accept it. You are saying this in a great rebellion, and the congregation is angry. ”
Lou Huan was not convinced, and gave evidence to retort: "Although Huaxia is beautifully dressed, it looks chic and elegant. But it is not conducive to marching operations. This time, we attacked Zhongshan, Huaxia clothes and Hufu, which is better, which is more practical, this is not clear at a glance. Don't you see? The arms of the princes of the Central Plains are mainly chariots and infantry, and the implementation of cavalry archery by the king is to break the Central Plains arms and create a new class. This is a great reform. The princes of the Central Plains didn't dare to think about it, but the monarch dared to think about it, and they also tempered an iron horse. The king promotes riding and shooting, why can't he do Hu clothes. ”
Fei Yi said: "Lou slow, you are not lightly drunk!" ”
Zhao Yong understood that Lou was not drunk, and the people present were not drunk. It's just that Lou Chuan had the audacity to say things that these people didn't dare to say.
Fei Yi and Qiu Liquid kindly reminded to see Lou slow. Lou Xuan not only ignored it, but also retorted in a high-sounding manner. A trace of uneasiness surged in Fei Yi's heart. Lou slowly asked Zhao Jun to promote Hufu to convey to the minister of Handan, and his career has come to an end. It is even possible that the ministers of Handan will be executed for the crime of instigation and demagoguery.
Fei Yi also understood that Zhao Jun did not reprimand Lou Yan because he saw the benefits of Hu Fu. Lou Huan's words did not anger everyone present, because most of the people present were from Daijun in Northern Xinjiang. Daijun is different from Handan, Handan is to accept Zhou rites, but Daijun is the opposite, with the atmosphere of grassland Hufeng. Daijun has been dealing with the Hu people all year round, so he has been influenced by the Hu people. Therefore, the princes of the Central Plains did not have cavalry, but Zhao Guodaijun had a small number of cavalry to fight against the Hu people. It's just that this cavalry can't control the situation of the court, nor can it change the general trend of the world.
The four counties of Handan, Shangdang, Jinyang, and Dai in Zhao State, only the Hu people in the northern Xinjiang of Dai County are more than the Zhao people. The monarchs of the Zhao Kingdom, because of the special geographical location of Daijun, not only let the people of Daijun learn the etiquette of the Central Plains, but also let them retain the Hu Feng on the grassland. In the land of Daijun, there are people dressed in fine clothes, and there are also people who wear Hu clothes. However, the land of Handan is full of gorgeous clothes. People with Beihu ancestry, if they want to be officials in Handan, they must also learn etiquette and wear fancy clothes.
Fei Yi thought to himself, if he didn't break it, let the situation develop. Lou Xuan didn't realize the big mistake he had made, and said in a calm tone: "The Central Plains is a country of crowns and belts, and it is deeply influenced by the etiquette system. The top is the clothes, the bottom is the reward, the robe is wide-sleeved, and the right is the hat. The beard is knee-length, the trousers are tight and narrow, the waist is tied with a Guo Luo belt, with a belt hook, wearing boots, and opening the left side. The country of the crown belt is an ancient civilization, and its culture and clothing have always had an incomparably strong sense of pride. General Lou Xuan, you let the king promote Hu clothes, wear Hu clothes, and change customs. Can they accept the country of crowns and belts? ”
Qiu Liquid said: "Only Hu Guo has always learned from the country of crowns and belts and wore crowns and belts. How can a person with a crown and a belt wear a beard? You let the king promote Hufu, this is a perverse act! ”
"You're right, I'm so drunk." When Lou heard this, he was scared into a cold sweat, "Your Majesty, the minister has drunk too much and said drunk words, don't take it to heart." ”
Zhao Yong said: "Lou slow, you are not drunk." The widow is also very sober. The widow listened to what you said. ”
Lou Chuan was shocked and said: "Your Majesty, the minister really drank too much. ”
Zhao Yong looked at everyone in the hall with a peaceful expression, "This attack on Zhongshan is among the ten thousand iron horses." Because of their clothes, the Hu and Zhao people caused a gap in their hearts, and they could not work together to serve the country. The Zhao people also increased many unnecessary casualties because of the constraints of their clothes. The widow promotes mounted archery, why can't he implement Hufu. The implementation of Hu Fu by the widow can eliminate the estrangement between Hu and Zhao people. It can also make Zhao State not have the difference between Zhao and Hu. When the Hu people saw that we could wear their clothes, they would not reject us psychologically. They will be better able to serve the widows. If there is no difference between Hu and Zhao, the overall strength of the country will be further strengthened. ”
Fei Yi saw that the king really wanted to implement Hufu, and he also saw problems that others didn't see. The territory of Zhao State borders on Beihu, and Zhao Land is the country of Hu people. The Zhao clan also intermarried with the Hu clan more than the princes of the Central Plains. Zhao Jun's implementation of Hu Fu in the country may really be able to completely eliminate the wall built by the Hu people and the Zhao people, and then enhance the cohesion and combat effectiveness of the country.
However, Zhao people dare not implement Hufu, does Zhao Yong really dare to implement it?
Fei Yi asked, "The king knows the effect of Hufu. We also understand the benefits of Hufu. However, the ministers of Handan, Daijun, and Shangdang did not understand. They don't understand the king's mind, and they will only say that the king is crazy and confused. If the monarch wants to implement Hufu in the country, I am afraid that he will be strongly resisted by the minister. ”
When Zhao Yong heard this, he knew that what Fei Yi said was true, and his eyebrows frowned and said: "This is also something that the widow is worried about." Therefore the widow came to you for counsel. The widows promoted Hufu and educated the people. Hu and Zhao are integrated. Zhao has no difference between Hu and Zhao, so they can truly serve the country. The widow strengthens the country with cavalry and archery, increasing the martial spirit of the people. Zhao Guoren is martial arts, and what will happen to the world. ”
Fei Yi said: "The king sees the benefits of implementing Hufu riding and shooting, why don't you dare to make a decision." ”
"Hufu is a change of customs, and no one will implement it when the princes of the Central Plains come back." Zhao Yong said worriedly: "The widow's mind, the minister will not understand. The implementation of Hufu by widows will be difficult. ”
Fei Yi said: "No one among the princes of the Central Plains dares to try. If you go up to try and implement, you are the first person. However, the first person is not good. The slightest mistake can lead to ruin. Does the monarch have enough courage to bear the infamy behind the world's first? ”