Chapter 458: Taipu Temple
There is no need to worry about the memorial hall for literati. After all, there were no literati who died in the Tang Dynasty just a few years after the restoration of the Tang Dynasty. Let’s wait until the world is unified!
Moreover, in these troubled times, literati have a very high moral integrity. Not to mention those who were martyred, there were even very few who retired to serve as officials. It was extremely common for the elders of the three dynasties and the elders of the five dynasties.
This reminded Li Jia of the elections in the West in later generations. The leaders were often changed, but the people doing the work were not changed very often. They were called affairs officers, and they were in the imperial court. They would still be officials under different emperors.
The two have many things in common, such as they both passed the exam, both are civil servants, and they are not affected by the change of leaders...
"Reporting to your majesty, there are 5,367 soldiers in Wuhun Hall, and 136 portrait painters..." Yin Fangpu, acting governor of Chengtian Mansion, said seriously, this is his duty in the first place.
"Are there more than 5,000 people?" Li Jia looked at the rows of memorial tablets and couldn't believe it. In the past few years, there have been more than 5,000 dead people, some from Yongzhou and some from Fengzhou, most of them from Chengtian Mansion.
Perhaps, he lost his life under the slogan of reviving the Tang Dynasty.
Or maybe, historically, they shouldn't have died. A few decades later, the Northern Song Dynasty marched in and settled in Lingnan...
"Choose a good time, send some people to pay homage, and then have some of the Imperial Army come over and pay homage!"
How can you do such a good thing quietly? Although you can't pay tribute in person, you can let some of the imperial guards come to tell them that the emperor has not forgotten them, and will no longer become a lonely ghost after death, but enjoy them.
National worship.
He came here mainly for a visit to avoid any mistakes and to show the emperor's attention. He also had something to write about in his daily life notes. Otherwise, he would hang out in the palace all day long. If he were to compile the actual records in the future, he would need the Spring and Autumn style of writing.
Afterwards, the two got on the carriage again. This Fang Fuyin was also a dull gourd. He talked about official matters and more or less obscure suggestions. Regarding the relocation of Lingdong Fuyamen, Fang Fuyin made a few remarks.
, seeing that the emperor ignored him, he could only bite the bullet and say it clearly.
Facing such ignorant people, the emperor could only say:
"The essence of Lingnan is all in Chengtian Prefecture, the land of the three prefectures in Lingnan. There is Yongzhou in the west of Lingnan, and there are many prefectures and counties in the east of Lingnan, but none of them can conquer the masses. If the prefectures and cities are set up arbitrarily, it will only lead to disputes, which is not beautiful."
"Guangzhou is a prosperous place where merchants gather. It has been a heartland since ancient times. There is nothing wrong with adding another Lingdong government office. As for the Lingdong government office moving away, let's wait a little longer!"
"Promise!" Seeing the emperor say this, Fang Pu had no reason to object. He just felt cruel in his heart. The Chengtian Mansion Office was in Panyu County, so he had to rush Lingdong Mansion to Nanhai County. He could not do anything out of sight.
Clean, so as not to see the bad mood in his heart.
There was no words all the way. When we entered the palace, the sun was still lingering in the sky, the afterglow was still there, and the breeze was gentle. Li Jia realized that when he went out of the palace, he really didn't do anything. He just put on incense sticks and visited.
Ichiban.
It was a bit depressing to stay in this palace. There was nothing new in the memorials. They were all the same old dramas. I also visited Guangzhou City several times incognito, but there was nothing new about it. I was tired of reading the legendary novels that came from the visits.
Therefore, for several days in a row, the emperor was a little listless, bored with dealing with government affairs, and had no taste for food. He was looking forward to getting up early and migrating to Changsha, which would be a bit fresh.
And the end of November is still more than half a month away, which is really hard to bear.
As the young eunuch of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the emperor's personal eunuch, Tian Zhong was really worried as he watched the emperor shoot arrows one after another. He quickly grabbed his arm and said:
"Everyone, if you continue, you will be ruined. Take a break. Look at the sun, it's almost scorching you!"
Immediately, Li Jia was helped to a chair, Niu drank a cup of sour plum soup, and lay with his eyes blank. This day felt like a year.
It’s been a long time since I saw a mobile phone. Has 5G come out? Is Hu Ge getting married...
"Everyone, a pair of baby white elephants were born in Wufang recently. They are really interesting. Can you go and have a look?" Tian Zhong said softly while massaging the emperor's shoulders.
The so-called Wufang is actually an institution specializing in raising pets during the Xuanzong period of the Tang Dynasty. It is affiliated to Taipu Temple. The animals in it are tribute from various countries, as well as rare birds and animals from various places.
Since the Tang Dynasty loved to keep pets and could not satisfy them at home, they donated five-color parrots from Linyi and other countries to the Tang Dynasty; ostriches from Tocharo; eagles and falcons from Bohai Mohe; and lions from Tocharo and Linyi.
Nanzhao presented rhinos, elephants, etc.
This place is the realm of Dou Menzi.
Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty was a master of pleasure. It is said that he was also the founder of Liyuan and the emperor in the prosperous times. He was so willful.
"Little white elephant? When did it happen?" Li Jia asked curiously.
"We know that people don't like what happened last month, so we didn't mention it!" Tian Zhong said with a smile.
The emperor hates false things like auspiciousness, and he will not believe in such false things. He, who is a personal servant, naturally knows it all.
"Then go take a look! It's boring anyway!" Li Jia thought for a while and nodded.
After a while, the huge dragon chariot gradually moved, leaving the palace and arriving at Taipu Temple.
Taipu Temple is one of the nine temples. The government of stables, animal husbandry, chariots and carriages is governed by Huang Dian, the fourth department of the stables, animal husbandry and chariots, as well as the supervisors and pastors. In short, the animals of the imperial court and the emperor are under its control, including the administration of horses.
There is one Zhengqing, from the third rank, and two Shaoqing, from the fourth rank. Other officials are not included. It can be said that they are very leisurely.
The emperor's arrival shocked the entire Taipu Temple. This was the emperor's first time coming to Taipu Temple.
Xu Shoude, the chief minister of Taipu Temple, was leisurely enjoying the cool air and guiding the relocation of Taipu Temple. As one of the nine temples, he also needed to be accompanied by a driver. He was used to the weather in Lingnan and was really unwilling to move.
I have no choice but to be in an officialdom and have no control over myself!
"Zhengqing, Zhengqing, Your Majesty is here!" At this time, a man in his thirties ran over, panting, and it was Li Jingcong, the young minister of Taipu Temple.
"I know, get ready!" When the emperor came, Xu Shoude was not very nervous, but he was quite disgusted with this slick young minister. He had already gone to Taipu Temple, and he still wanted to be promoted?
This is a famous retirement place for the imperial court. Can promising officials go here?
"Your Majesty -" What appeared in front of Li Jia was a group of officials in shabby clothes, about twenty or thirty people. The leader was a thin old man, and few of the other officials were fat. It turned out to be a Qingshui Yamen.
Of course, this is because Taipu Temple has little money, so it deprives some animals of rations, but not much. If they starve to death, they have to be held accountable. Serving elephants, tigers and other animals can be life-threatening if you are not careful. The officials of Taipus Temple are really too bad.
Chapter completed!