Chapter 18 Taifu
In order to prepare for the trouble of Rong Di, the Zhou royal family moved the country eastward, and sealed Yingfei's son in Qinyi, and the founding of the Qin State began. As the years passed, the blood of the ancestors of the Qin State has been sprinkled on this land for hundreds of years. In 325 BC, Qin Gong Yingsi ascended the stage and became king, which made the young Zhao Yong's heart beat suddenly. Looking at the burly body on the stage, he was looking at the mighty soldiers of the three armies of the Qin State. Zhao Yong stood proudly and praised: "Men, it should be like this, live up to your youth." ”
What Qin can do, Zhao can also do. King Qin can enrich the country and strengthen the army, and wash away the national shame with blood. Zhao Yong can also revitalize the national strength and be ashamed. Returning to Handan, Zhao Yong summoned Xiangbang, Da Si Kou, Guo Zhu, Guo Wei, Da Sima and Zuo Si Kou and other important ministers into the palace to discuss the strategy of enriching the country and strengthening the army.
Zhao Yongdao: "Wei State Ren Wu Qi, Li Kui, Ximen Leopard and others changed the law, and after two generations, the country prospered. Wei Poppy walked the royal road alone, and the princes did not dare to disobey. The State of Qi changed the law with Tian Ying, Zou Ji, Sun Bin and others, and the national strength increased greatly, and the Wei State was defeated twice. Qin Gongyingqu Liang Ren Shang Ying presided over the law change, and Qin Wangsi also followed the royal road. What is the opinion of the ministers who want to carry out a new policy, eliminate the malpractice, and aspire to reform and revitalize the national strength? ”
Zhao Yong proposed the new policy in order to test the attitude of the ministers. As soon as the words fell, like a stone, it fell into the water, stirring up layers of ripples. Childe is full of pity for the 'ignorant and meaningless' young man in front of him. The Wei State, the Qin State and the Qi State changed the law, and that generation went through many hardships and hardships before it achieved results. A rich country and a strong army, and the plan for reform and survival, inherently involves a wide range of things, and there are many things to consider. Zhao Jun regarded it as a simple matter. In this way, the successive monarchs of the Zhao State are not all mediocre people.
Gongzi Cheng's eyes squinted, the corners of his lips moved slightly, and he sneered: "Your Majesty, it is a blessing for Zhao Guo to have such ambitions. Your Majesty, if you want to implement a new policy, how should you do it? The ancestors of the past generations have not yet changed and planned for the new, can you do a good job? ”
Zhao Yong saw him sneering, his heart was slightly angry, and his left hand was half clenched into a fist.
Zhao Bao saw that Jun was young, but he was ambitious. The trip to Qin was fruitful. He thought that in time, Zhao State would be able to be proud of the princes one day. However, Zhao Bao did not lose his mind because of Zhao Jun's words. He is the most aware of Zhao's national politics and internal affairs, and he also has the most right to speak. Zhao Jun wants to implement a new policy and eliminate malpractices, and now is not the best time.
Zhao Jun tried his best to innovate, not only did he have many resistances, but he was afraid that he would hurt the hearts of the ministers. Zhao Jun returned from the envoy to the Qin State, and suddenly said this, which could not be believed, he would have such courage and courage. Zhao Bao also firmly believes that the current situation maintained by Zhao Guo is not easy, how can he easily implement the new policy. In the face of the king's nonsense, as Xiangbang, he wants to correct the king's wrong concept and let him get back on the right track.
"The new deal is a matter of national system, I hope you will think twice." Zhao Bao said: "After a hundred years of government, the government of Zhao has not fallen. The king changed his way and found another way. This word spread outside the palace, and the people in Zhao were panicked. If you are not careful, it will cause a catastrophe. ”
Zhao Yong thought in his heart, is it so difficult for a widow to do something practical?
"Da Sima, the widow wants to implement a new policy to increase the strength of the country. How can the widow do it, so that the country can be rich and strong. ”
After Zhao Yong returned from the envoy to Qin, he did change a lot. The meeting here is even more amazing. When Fei Yi heard this, a warm blood poured out of his heart. He saw that the king had such great ambitions in his chest, and said: "The minister thinks that heavy agriculture is the foundation of a strong army, and heavy business is the source of a rich country. Your Majesty, if you want to implement a new policy, you must pay equal attention to agriculture and commerce, so as to revitalize the national strength and be proud of other countries. ”
Gongzi Cheng was disdainful when he heard this, and retorted: "Da Sima, do you want to change the century-old national policy of the ancestors of the past dynasties?" Isn't it the law of the ancestors, and it can't be done if it's wrong. ”
Zhao Bao saw Fei Yi's wild words, and his face was also displeased, "Da Sima's words are fallacious. Emphasizing agriculture and suppressing business is the foundation of the country. Paying equal attention to agriculture and commerce will only make the Zhao people lose their nature. Businessmen value profit over righteousness, and will only squeeze money, and it is difficult to do great righteousness. Businessmen do not use their wealth to help the country become rich. ”
Gongzi became the law of his ancestors, and this big crown covered Feiyi's head. In addition, Zhao Bao used his identity and status to speak in high pressure. Although Feiyi is reasonable, it is not easy to argue with it. The status of Gongzicheng and Zhao Bao is not something that others can move. Seeing that everyone was blindly following, Fei Yi sighed: "Zhao Guo, it is precisely because there are too many conformist people like you that it is difficult to prosper. ”
Zhao Yong has been with Feiyi for some time, and knows that he is full of economy and can settle down. Fei Yi does not refute, nor does he say what he wants in his chest. The deep meaning of it is, on the one hand, that it is forced by the situation, and on the other hand, it is afraid that it is full of disappointment in himself, the monarch. Zhao Yong didn't want to embarrass him, so he set his eyes on Li Dui, "Zuo Sikou, what is your opinion?" ”
Li Dui understood the situation and arched his hand: "Your Majesty, it is a matter of the national system, and the matter of the new deal should be considered in the long run." ”
Zhao Yong faced everyone: "Guowei, Guozhu, what do you mean?" ”
The national lieutenant and the national pillar looked at each other, "It's a matter of the national system, please think twice." ”
After a long time of debate, the matter of the New Deal has not yet come to fruition. Zhao Yong announced the dispersal of the dynasty, walked to the harem, and scolded in his mouth: "The old puppet is always against the will of the widow." ”
Zhao Yong was in a bad mood, so he walked on the road and walked to the library pavilion.
The library is a collection of many ancient books of sages and sages, and the wisdom of many sages is gathered here. Zhao Yong stared at the ancient three words of the Library Pavilion, and suddenly, a flash of inspiration flashed, and said: "Taifu is a person who knows the six arts, knows the past and the present, and is a well-versed person." Instead of suffering and worrying here, why not ask Taifu to relieve his worries. ”
Zhao Suhou Yu Feng Fei Youtong was the prince and taught the prince to study. Fei Youtong taught the prince to study, and he was also conscientious. Living in the palace, one stay is ten years. With the death of Zhao Suhou Yu, Zhao Yong ascended the throne. He will step to a new level, and he will also be relied on and reused by the new king. However, Fei Youtong made a decision that surprised everyone... Take the initiative to write a book and ask to return to the mountains and forests.
Zhao Yong's relatives were gone, and he was reluctant to leave. He asked him to go to the Tibetan Scripture Pavilion to study and correct ancient books. No one is allowed to disturb Taifu. In the blink of an eye, a year passed quietly. Zhao Yongxian was busy with the funeral of his father and dealt with the princes. followed a lot of state affairs, pressing on the shoulders of this young man. If you hadn't passed by the library by chance, you wouldn't have thought of Taifu.
"Taifu, the king has arrived." A maid said anxiously.
When Fei You heard this, he personally went out to greet him, and said: "I don't know if the king is coming, and I will miss the welcome." ”
"Taifu, don't be polite." Zhao Yong, seeing that Taifu's white hair was fluttering, and his chin was white, and he had grown a lot. Taifu is like a fairy wind bone, a master in the world. Seeing him leaning over, Zhao Yong stepped forward to help, "Widow, pass through the library pavilion." Thinking of Taifu, I came over to take a look. ”
"Thank you, you remember me." Taifu made a salute and said calmly: "Your Majesty, please inside." ”
Zhao Yong stood at the door, stopped, and said to the person behind him: "You guys are waiting outside." ”
Everyone said in unison, "Wow." ”
Entering the library pavilion, Zhao Yong did not beat around the bush, and directly explained his intention, "Please Taifu to solve my doubts." ”
The maid picked up some delicate pastries, presented good tea, and brought them over. After putting the tea and pastries away, he bowed down. Zhao Yong knew that Taifu cultivated his self-cultivation, cultivated nature, and did not stick to the wine. picked up the tea in front of him and brought it to his mouth, took a sip, and pushed out the affairs of the court and the plate. Speaking of urgency, Zhao Yong's mood fluctuated violently. Fortunately, Zhao Yong is not a wild man in the countryside, otherwise, his words would be vulgar.
Fei Youtong lived in the library pavilion, but asked about the internal affairs of Zhao Palace. But he always kept an eye on Zhao Guo's movements. He also watched his every move as an unrestrained student. Zhao Yong came, he had already guessed the other party's intention. While listening to Zhao Yong's words, with a kind smile on his face, he poured tea for him, "It's a good thing that the monarch wants to carry out a new policy." ”
Zhao Yong also believes that it is a major event conducive to the revitalization of the country. He didn't understand how he could be resisted by the minister.
"Your Majesty, I didn't expect the ministers to object." Taifu paused, stroked his long beard, and continued: "The implementation of the new policy by the monarch will inevitably involve the vital interests of the minister. For the sake of profit, of course, they want to resist the king's implementation of the new policy. ”
Fei Youtong took a cup of tea and brought it to his mouth, "The implementation of the new policy by the monarch is inseparable from the support of important ministers. The monarch is arbitrary, and the new deal is not easy to succeed. How to obtain the support of important ministers is a difficult problem faced by the king. ”
Fei Youtong, with a few words, woke up Zhao Yong.
Fei Youtong took a sip of tea and continued: "Your Majesty, it is a good deed to want to implement a new policy, eliminate the evils, and revitalize the national strength. Your Majesty, who is the new deal? How to innovate? What was the attitude of the courtiers, scholars, and commoners towards the king? How will neighboring countries react when they see the revitalization of Zhao State? ”
Taifu asked a few questions in a row, but Zhao Yong couldn't answer, and he was speechless.
Fei Youtong sighed: "Zhao Guo, you can't follow the example of Wei and Qi, implement a new policy, change the law and try to be strong, it is caused by the surrounding environment. If the monarch wants to carry out a new policy, first of all, he must ensure the stability of Zhao State and not have a war with the outside world. ”
"Please teach me."
Fei Youtong looked at him. The person in front of him is not the willful child, but a sensible teenager. This child has experienced a lot of things, his temperament has converged a lot, and he has matured a lot. He vaguely remembered that the king would never calm down and listen to him. Fei Youtong taught his students, "Your Majesty, you only need to send ambassadors and carry treasures, which is better for all countries." ”
"It's not that hard to do." Zhao Yong picked up the tea and dipped it a little from the corner of his lips, "New Deal, where to start." ”
"Your Majesty, if you want to implement a new policy, focus on rectifying the rule of officials. The rule of Zhao seems to be orderly, but in fact it is corrupt. I traveled out of the palace and heard that some people in the court took advantage of the national crisis to make ill-gotten gains. If such people are not removed, it will be difficult for the Zhao State to prosper. Fei Youtong poured a full cup of tea again, put down the teapot, and said: "The implementation of the new policy will also lead to many people resisting. Your Majesty, you must be prepared to deal with pressure from all sides. No matter how determined you are, you must be prepared to come from the pressure behind the determination. ”
Zhao Yong suddenly realized, "I thought the New Deal was just a piece of paper." There's so much to learn here. ”
When Fei Youtong heard this, he smiled bitterly: "A piece of paper can solve it, and if you change it, there will be no bloodshed and sacrifice." ”
"Listening to Taifu's words today, Yong, I have gained a lot." Zhao Yong said: "Taifu, there is the best candidate to recommend to me." ”
Fei Youtong shook his head and gave advice, "The person chosen by the king must be cautious. The chosen one is virtuous and prestigious. ”
Zhao Yong already had a candidate in his mind, and asked, "Taifu, I have someone in my heart." As a prime minister and a clan, his prestige and virtue are enough to serve the public. Taifu, why. ”
"Xiangbang, good conduct, is indeed good." Fei Youtong was silent for a while, shook his head and said: "But as a clan, the new policy collides with the interests of the clan, and he will have selfish intentions, resulting in the failure of the decree." ”
Zhao Yong pondered for a while, and then said: "The people of the clan are not optional, so they can start with the important ministers of the court." ”
"Courtiers, for personal gain, will not do their best." Fei Youtong got up and arched his hand: "That's all you say, the rest depends on the opportunity of the king?" Someone asked about it later. Your Majesty, you can't mention Weichen. ”
Zhao Yong pondered the meaning of Taifu's words, bothered for a long time, and got up to say goodbye.
After coming out of the Scripture Pavilion, Mu Jian saw that Zhao Yong's whole person was radiant, and said happily: "Your Excellency is so happy, it must be the work of the Taifu." ”
Zhao Yong looked back at him, his eyes blooming with confidence, "Taifu prescribed me a dose of medicine." ”
Mu Jian paused for a moment and asked, "Your Majesty, why don't you invite Taifu to come out as an official." ”
Zhao Yong looked at the door of the Hidden Scripture Pavilion and said with a wry smile: "Taifu concentrates on learning and does not want to pay attention to worldly things. ”