The five major categories of etiquette formed in the Zhou Dynasty are called the Five Rites, namely auspicious etiquette, unlucky etiquette, military etiquette, guest etiquette, and Jia Li. The emperor's harem/harem system is part of the Jia Li. During the Zhou Dynasty, the "Book of Rites" made it clear It stipulates that "the emperor will establish one queen, three wives, nine concubines, twenty-seven wives, and eleven wives, a total of one hundred and twenty-one people." Since then, the concubine system of all dynasties has basically followed the "Etiquette" Even if there are changes in the behavior of "Record", it only occurs in the two aspects of name and level.

From the Zhou Dynasty to the present, Yang Jian can be said to be the emperor with the fewest wives in history. In reality, he was definitely unable to realize the idea of ​​a large harem/palace, so he had to outline a grand blueprint in the system.

Perhaps out of dreams, the harem/harem system outlined by Yang Jian is quite complete. Not only did he set the grades very well, but he also made great achievements in the selection and formulation of titles. The choices were pleasant and meaningful. .

In addition to the super-ranked queen, Yang Jian designated the three concubines as the first rank, named noble concubine, Shufei, and virtuous concubine; the nine concubines under the concubine were the second rank, named Shunyi, Shunrong, Shunhua, and Xiuyi. , repair one's appearance, repair one's beauty, fill one's appearance, fill one's appearance, fill one's beauty.

Before the Sui Dynasty, the twenty-seventh wife of the third rank was collectively called the wife of the world, each named by her surname. When it came to Yang Jian, they were divided into Jieyu, Beauty, and Talent, with nine titles for each of the three titles. The fourth rank of Zheng The eighty-one female emperors are divided into Baolin, Yunv, and Cainv, with 27 people in each of the three titles.

Unfortunately, no matter how good and perfect Yang Jian's design was, he would only have one Queen Dugu until his death. Mrs. Xuanhua of the Chen family, Mrs. Ronghua of the Cai family, and Mrs. Hongzheng of the Chen family were all named by Yang Guang after Yang Jian's death. .This means that the three of them were just concubines during Yang Jian's era and were not considered members of the Yang family at all.

Yang Guang was also a reform maniac, and naturally he would not let go of the harem system that was just around the corner. He expanded the three wives to four wives, the noble concubine, the Shu concubine, and the virtuous concubine, and then added a virtuous concubine. And the third of the nine concubines He thought the name was rustic, so he changed Shunyi to Zhaoyi, Shunrong to Zhaorong, and Shunhua/to Zhaohua. However, although he liked to find a wife for Yang Ji, in practice he was just an armchair theorist. , now apart from Queen Xiao, only Concubine Xiao has a title, and Concubine Xiao was canonized as Zhaoyi, the head of the nine concubines, after giving birth to Yang Gao.

As for Cui, Wang, Er Chen and the fourth daughter, they are just like the previous Mrs. Xuanhua, Mrs. Ronghua, and Mrs. Hongzheng. They are just concubines.

In the hundreds of troubled times before, wives, concubines, married women, and female queens were actually quite worthless. Nobles from famous families were unwilling to push their daughters into the palace, which might be a pit of fire. Even the super-class "Queen", because Because Yu Wenyun established five queens, it was devalued.

The Sui Dynasty was a unified dynasty, and the value of all levels of the harem/harem began to appreciate again. After the Yang family and his son were so stuck, its value increased even more dramatically.

Cui Junsu had almost forgotten about his niece. When he heard that Yang Guang suddenly conferred the title of Second Grade Xiuhua on his niece, he was overjoyed.

After he left happily, Li Ziquan, who had returned from the Wang family, entered the palace to ask for an audience. When Yang Guang explained the attitude of the Cui family in Qinghe to Li Ziquan, Li Ziquan finally gave up. At the same time, he also understood Yang Guang's determination to clean up Jizhou's officialdom. He was unable to control it alone. , the Li family in Zhao County alone could not fight against the imperial power and public opinion. In addition, Yang Guang promised to spare the Li family's children during the purge and transfer them to other places. Li Ziquan weighed the pros and cons and could only say that he would We will fully support the court.

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After the court meeting the next day, Yang Guang left his important ministers to discuss the matter of Yicang.

"The Youzhou Yicang case was just a coincidence that King Wei encountered. However, just by this coincidence, he unexpectedly encountered a shocking and earth-shattering case!" Yang Guang picked up the memorial on the case and looked at it. This memorial was compiled by Yang Ji. He glanced at the various data, and then continued to tell the ministers: "Since Yuan Hongsi became the general manager of Youzhou, the Yuyang Yuan family has collaborated with the officials of Youzhou Prefecture and seven counties to resell official grain and free warehouse grain, resulting in More than 4.7 million grains flowed into Goguryeo and Khitan, the Xi tribe, the Lin tribe, and the Turks. At the same time, more than 75,300 sets of weapons and equipment, and more than 548,000 kilograms of pig iron were sold to the foreign tribes in the Northeast... ..." library

"In addition to the physical objects, they also sold intelligence information such as Youzhou and Jizhou's mountains and rivers, terrain, military defense facilities, and military operations to Goguryeo. According to Gao Jianwu's account, the intelligence they provided for Goguryeo was as detailed as the names of the guards at each town and pass. , the number of soldiers, and the list of equipment. With the help of the Yuyang Yuan family and corrupt officials in Youzhou, Gao Yuan established a very complete intelligence network in Youzhou and Jizhou. There were as many as two thousand Goguryeo agents who had penetrated into the country. Over six hundred and forty-three households!”

Yuan Shou's heart sank, as if he were stepping into an abyss. He didn't know whether he should plead to the Yuyang family at this time, or protect his direct lineage, or say nothing. He was trembling all over and couldn't say a word.

Yang Guang glanced at the pale Yuan Shou, then pointed at the dozen or so large boxes with seals piled in the corner, and said: "These boxes were delivered to Jinyang Palace last night, and they contain the most important account books. and incriminating evidence, physical evidence, and letters; some of them come from Yuyang Yuanfu, and some of them come from the Goguryeo stronghold."

As Yang Guang finished speaking, the hall fell into silence, and the atmosphere became even more solemn and almost suffocating.

Everyone present knew that the entire Yuan family was a participant in the major treason case, not just the Yuyang family; even other families of the Yuan family were also the main conspirators. I dare not say anything else, but the Jin family where Jin Wenyan lived and where Zhao Zhizheng lived The Zhao family, Wang Chou's Wang family, Liu Wu's Liu family, Zhang Zhong's Zhang family, and Ji Yan's Ji family must all be involved.

If we continue to look into it carefully, the fate of these big families, the "Yi Tribe", will definitely not escape. However, the case involves too much and is too big. If the emperor really rules according to the law, it will definitely have a negative impact on the stability of the Sui Dynasty. measurable impact.

"It is true that the Yuyang Yuan family was conquered by Gao Shi, and Wang Shishi and others led troops to the Yi tribe, but there is no doubt about the fact of treason. As for Yuan Hongsi, the three Yi tribes..." Yang Guang's eyes flashed with sternness, and he said with hatred: "Youzhou Prefecture and The criminals in the seven counties were lawless and had liaisons with foreign countries. Everyone was able to punish them. The evidence was conclusive and there was no need for further trials! Gao Pushe immediately copied the list and sent it to the place where he was registered. He ordered the county warden, chief historian, and Sima to fill his family. He was arrested to the seat of the state government and executed in public!" Ku

This punishment was not only Yang Ji's suggestion, but also the result of discussions between Yang Guang, Gao Jiong, Zhang Heng, Yang Xiu, Niu Hong and others.

Although he was very unwilling, his reason told Yang Guang that he could not pursue this matter any further, otherwise if he found out the family behind everyone, he would not know how to deal with it or how to end it.

Rather than killing or not killing, it would be better to end it like this.

"Yes!" Gao Jiong responded with his hands raised.

The solemn atmosphere in the hall suddenly relaxed as the dust settled.

Yuan Shou breathed a long sigh of relief. He knew that this result was the best for the Yuan family, but the Yuan family's status among the Guanlong nobles was already in jeopardy. After this incident, the Yuan sect's Other families are afraid that they will all avoid snakes and scorpions and rush to leave.

At this point in his thoughts, Yuanshou felt a sense of despair and despair. He sighed secretly: The follow-up matters are not over yet, so why do you want to go so far?

"The Youzhou Yicang case not only happened in Youzhou, but Hejian County of Jizhou was also involved in the case. Although Tuoba Cheng has not been tried yet, the free warehouses and official rations in Qingyuan County, Muxian County, and Wen'an County are already empty. , This shows that Jizhou also has the same problems as Youzhou, so it must be investigated, otherwise, it will not be explained to the people." After Yang Guang finished speaking, he ordered Yang Wei in the crowd: "Yang Farewell, I appoint you as the school inspector in Jizhou. Supervise the governor and immediately take the censor to Jizhou to conduct a thorough investigation of Yicang."

"I obey." Yang Wei now serves as Sili Taibijia. Not long ago, when he followed Xue Daoheng to inspect the northern part of Yongzhou, he arrested many corrupt officials and solved many strange cases. Now he is also an order A ruthless character who will make corrupt officials frightened by the news.

However, Yang Guang made an explanation to him last night, asking him to be lenient to the descendants of the Cui family in Qinghe and the Li family in Zhaojun. As long as they replenish the grain in the charity warehouse and pay the fine, he would give them a chance to repent and start over. Just report their stains.

Yang Wei was the same type of person as his brother Yang Gongren, and he was also a staunch "Legalist" school of thought. He was actually quite unhappy with Yang Guang's decision.

"The sages have said, 'The king is like a boat; the common people are like water. Water carries the boat, and water overturns the boat.' If we, the Sui Dynasty, want long-term peace and stability, they must be recognized by the people, and if the court wants to win the hearts and minds of the people, it is important to obey them." Strictly manage officials and ensure adequate supervision. Relying solely on individual consciousness and individual virtues will not suffice." Yang Guang looked at Zhang Heng and called by name: "Doctor Zhang!"

Zhang Heng quickly stepped out of the queue, cupped his hands and said, "I'm here!"

Yang Guang said in a deep voice: "The problem of corruption cannot be underestimated. The Sui Dynasty has a vast territory, and the current number of censors is already insufficient. From now on, the number of censors will be doubled, making it a system for the censors to conduct overt and covert inspections in various places. Every official who commits a crime of dereliction of duty must also be punished accordingly. Without further ado, after you and Minister Niu go down, immediately draw up a list and submit it to the council for review." Ku.

"Here!" Zhang Heng bowed and returned to the train.

"Yang Libu!" Yang Guang thought that the Northern Patrol team was trapped here due to sudden changes, but the time agreed between him and Qimin Khan was getting closer and closer, and he was breaking his trust. Suddenly I had an idea.

Yang Xuangan came out and said: "I am here!"

Yang Guang asked: "General Changsun, has there been any news from Qing Shi Honglu? Has the imperial road built by the Turks been repaired?"

Changsun Sheng is now in the southern Turkic Khan's court, responsible for communicating with Qimin Khan, while Yang Xuangan is in charge of the Sui side, and Shi Xiangzai is sitting in Mayi County, delivering news to both parties.

"Sage!" Yang Xuangan cupped his hands and said, "General Changsun and Shi Hongluqing received news yesterday, saying that 90% of the royal roads have been repaired, but the royal roads built by the Turks are not as good as those built by the Sui Dynasty. Well, the grass is growing in some places.”

After hearing this, Yang Guang's eyes suddenly lit up and he said to Yang Xuangan: "Let Changsun Sheng tell Qimin that in this place where the emperor of the Sui Dynasty traveled, officials from all over the country must build the roads as smooth as a mirror so that they will be beautiful all year round. Growing a weed is the only way to express your deepest respect; otherwise, it is disloyal and you will be beheaded!" Ku.

"Judging from the weed roads built by the Turks, Qimin was very dishonest, disloyal, and disrespectful to me and the Sui Dynasty. Our Sui Dynasty officers were dissatisfied with him. However, I am kind-hearted and magnanimous, so I decided to I hope he will cherish this opportunity to change his ways. If he is unwilling to repair and cannot satisfy the Sui soldiers, I will have to summon a million troops to help him repair."

All the ministers in the palace: "..."

Everyone has devoted all the efforts of the country to repair it, but you did such a thing just to find an excuse for yourself to stay.

So dark-hearted! But, I like it.

Although Yang Xuangan didn't have a good view of the overall situation and his vision was not enough, his IQ was pretty good. He also understood that Yang Guang was looking for trouble and was trying to delay it, so he said: "Sage, I will do it immediately." As he said that, he used another method. He tried to ask for instructions: "Sage, I can't say goodbye, but I still have some strength. Why don't you go to the north?"

Everyone's faces turned dark when they heard this!

Who doesn’t know that you, Yang Li, have the courage to be an overlord? What you call “a little strength”, then who are we? Ku

"Turks especially like duels and respect warriors. You can go to Turks for a trip. But you are not familiar with Turk affairs. You must listen to General Changsun in everything!" Yang Guang pondered for a moment and then said: "Once the Turks Knowing that you are the son of Duke Yang, they will definitely challenge you. If General Changsun agrees, and the other party is not a prince, you can just go ahead and beat him to death. If he is a prince or something like that, beating him half to death is fine!"

"I obey my order, and I will never disgrace my Sui Dynasty!" Yang Xuangan was overjoyed and solemnly promised.

"I am very assured of your martial arts!" Yang Guang smiled and said: "But according to King Wei, the Turkic nobles also learned some military arts and battle formations, and some tribal chiefs also used our Central Plains military arts and tactics to train their relatives. Guards, they are on the grassland, and they are invincible. Over time, they really think that they are invincible in the world, and they are better than others. If a general cannot defeat you, he will most likely ask for a battle. In order to prevent this, I asked Yaojun to Su will lead Xiaoguo Army’s Second Mansion northward with you.”

The Xiaoguo Army has ten prefectures, each with ten thousand people, divided into two battalions, the left and right. The second prefecture headed by Yao Junsu is very similar to Gao Shun's trap camp. Their focus is the Modao Formation, which is a large-scale attack on cavalry. Killer weapon.

"Thank you, saint!" Yang Xuangan saluted and asked with some worry: "Sage, what if our army kills a large number of Turks during the battle, and the other party becomes angry and rebels against the Sui Dynasty?"

Yang Guang said without hesitation: "If this is the case, you will escort Chang Sun Sheng and other envoys south to Dingxiang with all your strength, and then wait for reinforcements. When I lead the army to arrive, we will fight together towards the Turkic grassland."

Isn't it just to fight the Turks? It's not like I have never fought before, so what is there to worry about? Now Yang Guang is not only not afraid of the Turks' rebellion, he even expects them to rebel.

"Here!" Yang Xuangan became even more excited.
Chapter completed!