I will not be king in the Spring and Autumn Period

Chapter 731 Appointment! The final highlight of the Zhou royal family

Li Ran returned to the mansion and found that Gong Eryue and Liguang had already gone to bed, so he did not disturb them and just went back to his room to sleep.

Because tomorrow is the imperial appointment meeting, which is of great importance, Li Ran also went to bed early. He didn't know when Fan Li came back.

Early the next morning, as soon as Li Ran got up, Zhao Yang came to visit.

Because this imperial appointment was actually initiated by Zhao Yang. The purpose is also to show the strength of one's own family, and to restore the hegemony by joining the Jin Dynasty.

However, the Jin Kingdom's previous hegemony was entirely in the name of the king. Today's return to hegemony, although still relying on the king, is actually in the capacity of Duke Zhao Yang.

Everyone is well aware of this.

The etiquette regulations for the pilgrimage report are relatively strict. All princes should wear different clothes and be listed in different positions according to the five ranks of duke, marquis, uncle, son and male.

The duke stands in the east, the marquis and his nobles stand in the west, and their duties are reported one by one in this order.

The ritual vessel held by the princes is a gui, which is a long strip of jade. The gui held by the prince is a nine-inch Huan gui, the prince is a seven-inch letter gui, the uncle is a six-inch bow gui, and the son is a five-cun gui.

Li Ran arranged all these properly without any omissions.

The implementation of these rituals and music codes also made King Zhou feel an unprecedented sense of pride and identity.

He has been the emperor for so many years, and only today is he truly like that.

Because the kings of Wu and Chu were not coming, they were arranged at the back. Besides, Wu and Chu claimed to be kings, so coming to perform pilgrimage was not justified.

Although the Song Dynasty was small, because he was a descendant of the Yin Shang Dynasty, as a preferential treatment, his title was also the highest.

Therefore, Song Gong was at the forefront.

Others such as Lu, Zheng, Wei, Chen, Cai, Cao, etc. are all ranked according to their titles.

The princes first presented jade silk, treasures and local treasures to the king of Zhou. This was "tribute".

After everyone paid tribute, King Zhou stood up and said with a smile:

"Everyone is so considerate! Please ask Prime Minister Li to return the favor!"

Li Ran is the person who will serve as the prime minister for this court appointment (Xiang: In ancient times, when kings performed court appointments, alliance gatherings, banquets, and sacrifices, there must be someone who could help them. He was called the "Xiang", and his duties were "Xiang Li". ", also referred to as "Xiang"), also made some preparations in advance. I saw him ordering someone to bring out some jade and scarves to return the gift.

Everything was going on in an orderly manner, and then the envoys from various countries "debriefed" one after another, reporting on the situation of each feudal country.

In fact, this set of etiquette was originally used to demonstrate the absolute control of Emperor Zhou.

But with the decline of the Zhou royal family, it became more of a mere formality.

Zhao Yang spoke on behalf of the Marquis of Jin and gave a detailed account of the recent situation in Jin. After listening, King Zhou couldn't help but nodded, and he was the first to recite a poem:

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In June, the army and chariots are in order. The four horses and horses are in regular service.

The 烃狋公灁, I am in a hurry. The king went on an expedition to restore the kingdom.

Compared with the four things, it is the dimension of leisure. For this six months, I am convinced.

I'm done with it, and it's thirty miles. The king went on an expedition to assist the emperor.

The four trees are wide and wide, and they are big and tall. Thinly cut down the lynx to play the role of Fu Gong.

There are strictness and wings, and they share the uniform of martial arts. We share military uniforms to secure the kingdom.

The wolf bandits live in Jiaohuo. Invading Hao and Fang, as far as Jingyang.

The weaving bird seal is white. Yuan Rong's ten chariots will start the journey first.

The military and chariots are in good condition, and the carriages are as good as the carriages. The four harems are Ji, and they are idle.

Cutting down the lynx thinly, as far as the Great Plains. Civil and military affairs are prosperous, and all nations have their constitutions.

Jifu Yan is happy and has received many blessings. Come and return from Hao, my journey will last forever.

Drinking to keep all my friends alive is a feast for the eyes. Who is here? Zhang Zhongxiaoyou.

]    The Emperor of Zhou naturally paid the most attention to Zhao Yang, so he did not hesitate to speak and recited "June" directly.

And what exactly does "June" mean?

In fact, to put it bluntly, he was praising Zhao Yang's ability. Because the so-called "Kuang Kingdom", "Zuo Tianzi", "Ding Kingdom" and "All Nations are Constitution" in "June" are all the responsibilities of the overlord.

Now that the emperor of Zhou recited this poem, he obviously recognized Zhao Yang's identity as an overlord.

After Zhao Yang heard this, he bowed his head and thanked him, and wrote a poem "Mianshui" in reply.

"The flowing water flies to the sea, and the flying falcon carries the flying falcon. I am sorry to my brothers and friends of the country. I don't want to be confused. Who has no parents?..."

Obviously, what Zhao Yang means is: these are what I should do. "Chaozong Yuhai" is what the river should do, and seeking peace for the world is also what he should do. After all, who wants to continue to be in turmoil? "

In this way, with the help of Li Ran, the king of Zhou wrote the gifts one after another, and then all the princes also responded with the gifts one after another.

By the time each princely state finished reporting its work, half a day was almost over.

At the end, the eldest uncle Li Ran faced the princes and said loudly:

"The public belongs to hundreds of officials, who assign positions and perform merits. They abandon responsibilities but don't collect them, and distribute charity to the poor. They rescue the poor and sluggish, and help the poor and have no capital. They lighten the customs and ease the roads, facilitate trade and ease the farmers. They encourage divisions, and save enough wealth. Sharp weapons and virtues , to enrich the people's character. To do good deeds to support those who can, to officially establish things, to rectify the name and to educate the people!"

"The foundation of our Zhou state is benevolence! I hope that all the princes will not give up on their original aspirations. After returning home, they must practice martial arts and cultivate literature, rest among the people, and treat the people leniently. Don't repeat the mistakes of the Yin and Shang Dynasties in the past!"

When everyone heard this, they all responded and praised it one after another.

King Zhou was also stroking his beard and looking at everything in front of him with a smile, not to mention how happy he was in his heart.

At this time, Zhao Yang took the lead to stand up again and bowed to the King of Zhou:

"Your Majesty! I think this opportunity is rare. Since all the princes from all the countries are here, and I respect the Emperor, I think I can make an oath of alliance and wish that the whole world can enjoy peace!"

King Zhou nodded and said:

"What Qing Zhao said makes sense! In that case, the sacrifice ceremony will be held in Wangji tomorrow! Prime Minister Li, it is up to you to draft the oath here! After it is drafted, it will be passed to all the kings for review, so that they can make an oath tomorrow!"

Li Ran responded with his hands raised aside:

"promise!"

After everyone dispersed, Li Ran was left behind by King Zhou, who praised him for a while.

Obviously, if Li Ran had not been present for such a high-intensity poem composing today, how would he have been able to handle it?

"Thank you for your hard work, Prime Minister Li! However, there is an oath-taking ceremony tomorrow, so please make sure it is done well!"

Li Ran replied:

"Your Majesty, don't worry, everything is under control and there won't be any mistakes!"

King Zhou smiled and said:

"When Mr. Li is doing things, Gu is the most at ease. Just wait and see, Gu will definitely reward you generously!"

Li Ran replied:

"All of this is my responsibility. Your Majesty doesn't have to worry about it!"

After Li Ran had a discussion with the King of Zhou, Li Ran withdrew from the palace.

But as soon as he left the palace, Zhao Yang sent someone to call him over.

So, Li Ran, Fan Li, Chu Dang and others went to the official post of the Jin envoy.

When he arrived at Guanyi, Li Ran also visited Jinhou Wu first.

After paying homage to Jinhou Wu, Zhao Yang specially brought Li Ran to a small room.

As soon as Li Ran entered the house, he saw Kuai Nai! When Li Ran saw this, he instantly understood why Kuai Kui was here.

I saw Kuai Chi kneeling on the ground directly:

"Sir! Please help me!"

Li Ran sighed secretly in his heart again and helped Kuai Nai up.

"Now that the Wei Kingdom has established a new king, and... since the new king is the young master's heir, does the young master still want to take back the throne from his heir?"

Unexpectedly, Kuai Chi nodded firmly:

"Kui Chi is really unwilling to give in. How can a gentleman be depressed and do nothing when he is established in the world? What's more, my son is still young, and the affairs of defending the country are still controlled by the hands of women! This is tolerable, but who can't be tolerated?!"