Northern Dynasties Imperial Industry

Outside the Jingzhao Mansion Prison, several Kanto Shiliu people had been waiting here early in the morning, but it was not until the morning that a group of people came out of the prison to help each other.

This group of people is Zhao Yanshen and his family. A few days ago, their family traveled to Tongzhou and were arrested. They were naturally shocked. They only thought that this time they were afraid of a disaster and they would not be able to escape. They never dreamed that there would be a bright future and a bright future. A day to see the light of day.

Although it was just a false alarm, it took a lot of energy from the family. Zhao Yanshen was finally used to big events and could remain somewhat calm when disaster struck. However, his wife, children, and family members were all in poor condition after suffering such hardships, and several people even fell ill directly.

"Mr. Zhao was not harmed by evil spirits and finally survived. It's really gratifying!"

Several people waiting outside the prison came forward and congratulated Zhao Yanshen. Zhao Yanshen also said with emotion: "People say that the Supreme Being is wise in governing the world, and I believe it today! Zhao got out of prison. Isn't it just luck? It's all because of God." I have mercy on you!”

Zhao Yanshen had thought a lot about this disaster, and he really didn't expect that he could turn the crisis around. Although he still had some resistance to the Tang Dynasty in his heart, he had to sigh that the Lord of the Tang Dynasty was really magnanimous and wise, and did not take this opportunity to treat the Tang Dynasty. He, a remnant of the Northern Qi Dynasty, persecuted them greatly, but he was so noble that he let them go.

As soon as he got out of prison, he praised the current Supreme Being. On the one hand, he was inspired by his feelings, and on the other hand, he used this to express his respectful attitude. Although Zhao Yanshen had deep feelings for the Northern Qi Dynasty and could not switch to the Tang Dynasty in an instant, he was able to become an important minister of the Northern Qi Dynasty from a humble scholar and won the trust of the Gao family and his son. Naturally, it was not because of his aloofness and uprightness, but he was somewhat able to follow the wind. The look in his eyes.

After hearing this, the other Kanto Shiryu nodded in agreement. They came to greet Zhao Yanshen today. Of course, it was because of their friendship with each other, but at the same time, they also wanted to confirm as soon as possible whether the imperial court was really no longer pursuing the story of Qi Dynasty. .

If even Zhao Yanshen can be pardoned for being deliberately persecuted this time, then the rest of them can naturally put down their burdens and actively and enthusiastically try to integrate into the ruling order of the Tang Dynasty.

Although the imperial court had previously made a group of Northern Qi officials pay money to atone for their sins, which aroused their dissatisfaction, this attitude of wiping off the past was still gratifying and satisfying.

Officials in the Northern Qi Dynasty have never been known for their integrity. Since being an official involves some means of making money, for these people, losing some money is nothing. What they really fear is endless political persecution. If paying money can exempt them from pursuing the past, then they are eager to pay more!

In short, this time Zhao Yanshen escaped from prison and caused quite a stir in Chang'an City, especially among the people in Guandong.

This incident made them deeply realize that the political atmosphere of the Tang Dynasty was different from that of the Northern Qi Dynasty. Some voices who had previously criticized the imperial court for extorting money and silk now changed their tone and began to praise virtues.

As for Zu Jue, who caused this turmoil, his popularity was very bad and he was ridiculed and spurned by people in Guandong. Because if the Tang Dynasty court really accepted his suggestion and held Zhao Yanshen accountable and punished, it might have set off a very wide-ranging wave of liquidation, and many people would inevitably be implicated. Therefore, Zu Jue's move not only failed to frame Zhao Yanshen, but also put himself on the opposite side of many Kanto Shiliu in one fell swoop!

Of course, even if these people were extremely dissatisfied with Zu Jue, they would only stop at denouncement and accusations in the social arena. It is also difficult to bring Zu Jue's past misdeeds to the present day to sue the court. Moreover, Zu Jue had been diligent in royal affairs since he returned to Yecheng, and he had nothing else to accuse him of.

As this incident spread, Zu Jue gradually disappeared from the social scene of Guandong people. Many people regretted that they could not spurn Zu Jue in person when meeting relatives and friends.

But in fact, Zu Jue's situation similar to social death is not the result of rejection and condemnation by the masses. Although the Kanto Tokiliu were all indignant, they did not belong to the mainstream in Chang'an's social scene, and they could not completely exclude a new dynasty warrior.

The reason why Zu Jue has disappeared from the public recently is not because he is afraid of the criticism. If his ancestor Xiaozheng felt that people's words were scary, how could he live in the east with such a bad reputation? Everything he commits can arouse ridicule, but he is fearless and refuses to change despite repeated admonitions.

What really silenced him were the instructions given to him by the Supreme Being himself. Perhaps in the eyes of ordinary people, this is just a slap given casually. From then on, if there are any mistakes, they will be corrected and if there are no mistakes, they will be encouraged. But for people like Zu Jue who are already good at and keen on camp, this is The direct instruction from the current supreme being is the real word of heaven. Of course, he must dig out more profound meanings from it in order to live up to this rare opportunity of direct communication.

So when the memorial was returned, Zu Jue was only a little disappointed and worried, but he quickly held the sixteen words of the Supreme Instructions, hoping to get a glimpse of God's will.

The Qi family died as a result, why should I know? What can I offer? What else should we consider?

Judging from these sixteen words, the Supreme Being was just beating him with an admonishing tone. After Zu Jue's initial panic, his worry quickly turned to joy. Supreme Ken specifically wrote a warning, that is, he should feel that he is still capable of being carved, otherwise there is no need to waste time and energy. Then why did the Supreme feel the need to beat him?

If a question can be asked about something, the answer can be found. Even if the answer is wrong, at least it provides an idea and possibility.

Zu Jue first assumed that the Supreme Being was not dissatisfied with his behavior, but only because his method and timing were inappropriate, or because he felt that although his behavior was bad, his talent was considerable, so he specifically criticized him. These possibilities lead to different situations, which also require Zu Jue to make appropriate responses.

People who are keen on camping must have an exquisite mind and be able to dig out more profound meanings under ordinary appearances. The Gao family and his son were never kind people. Zu Jue was able to rise and fall in officialdom under their rule and never change despite repeated admonitions. This was because he had his own unique ability.

Li Tai also didn't expect that the dozen words he casually instructed would start Zu Jue's brainstorming for several days. After days of hard thinking, Zu Jue finally formed a conjecture in his mind.

Because he was worried that things would be out of time if they missed this period, Zu Jue had no time to rest after making a plan. After washing his face randomly, he continued to write at his desk. The first volume of the paper was "On the Death of Qi". 》Three words.

After writing this article, he spent the whole day and night without rest. Zu Jue was either twirling his beard and thinking, or walking around the room quickly. When family members came to ask questions, he was shouted back and refused to even stop for a moment. diet. This lasted for a day and two nights, with papers full of handwriting covering the entire room. Zu Jue finally put pen to paper, stood up and left the room, loudly saying: "Bring us some wine and food!"

The servants quickly served various kinds of food and drink, and Zu Jue immediately bent over his desk and ate. When he was full, he pushed his desk and fell asleep. Soon he started snoring like thunder. Another day and night passed like this, and even his family members invited the doctor into their home out of worry. Zu Jue then opened his eyes, turned away his family impatiently, returned to his study to sort out the manuscripts, and then took a shower and changed clothes. Go out again.

"The ancestors are treacherous and cunning, the scum of the world, selling their old things for glory..."

When Zu Junxing left his house, he saw people gathering not far away from his door. They kept pointing at his door and cursing. However, he was not angry after hearing these curses. He just sneered: "Your disciple blocked the door and scolded me. You must be brave. Only if you still dare to do this after a few days can you be called a hero!"

After saying this, he no longer paid attention to those who were chasing after him and still yelling at themselves, and just ordered his slaves to drive away quickly.

This time, he went straight to the gate of the imperial city, but instead of waiting for the officials and dignitaries entering and exiting, he came directly to the officers and soldiers of the imperial army in front of the gate and said loudly: "A few days ago, the Supreme Minister asked me why I should sacrifice. Because I have written several chapters of "Lun on the Death of Qi", I would like to dedicate it to you and look forward to seeing it."

After hearing this, the gatekeeper general did not dare to neglect, and hurriedly stepped forward to take the manuscript from Zu Jue, asking him to wait here for a while, and then sent the soldiers to send the manuscript to the imperial city.

After some turnover, the manuscript was placed on the imperial desk in the evening, but Li Tai did not read it immediately. He was discussing with officials from the Shangshu Province to formulate the test questions for the next day's tribute examination.

In the past few months, tributes from various states have arrived in Chang'an one after another, and the court will need to conduct an evaluation before granting them appropriate official positions based on their respective talents. This is similar to the previous selection test, except that since people from Hebei are mainly taking the test, Li Tai also hopes that the test questions can be more targeted.

After the meeting was over, the night was already very dark, so Li Tai simply did not go back to bed, but stayed in the outer hall to rest for the night and go directly to court tomorrow morning. He had nothing to do before falling asleep, so he browsed through the memorials on his desk. When he saw the manuscript submitted by Menxiasheng and marked as Zu Jue's contribution, Li Tai frowned impatiently, and when he opened the manuscript When I saw the title of the first volume, I couldn't help but raise my eyebrows, and immediately started reading it seriously.

After reading the manuscript hastily, Li Tai's mouth was full of smile. While ordering the manuscript to be sent to Zhongshu Province for copying and distribution to various offices, he also ordered the eunuchs to inform the outer court. Zu Jue will attend tomorrow's court meeting.

If some people put it in the wrong position, it will bring disaster to the country and the people, but if they can play a suitable role, it will be a wake-up call to the world.

Li Tai did not expect that Zu Jue could give feedback so quickly, and even understood some ideas that even he had not yet formed a mature plan. It is really unethical and dishonorable to purge the old people of the Northern Qi Dynasty by going over old scores, and it is not conducive to appeasing and governing the hometown of the Northern Qi Dynasty. However, it can also be done by digging into the internal shortcomings of the regime and conducting academic discussions and criticisms. Achieve the effect of murder and heart-wrenching.

The legal ruling was the magnanimous and inclusive mind of the Tang Dynasty, while the moral judgment was the simplest judgment of right and wrong by the general public.

"On the Death of Qi" contributed by Zu Jue provides an outline for this kind of discussion and criticism. The survivors of the Northern Qi Dynasty, old and young, can be included in this topic for critical identification. This is better than simply rehashing old scores and messing around. Slander is leveled much higher against individual personalities.