I Can Control My Ancestors-Chapter 116 - 44: The Mount Tai Offering Ceremony, Emperor and Ministers Reflecting Each Other

Chapter 116: Chapter 44: The Mount Tai Offering Ceremony, Emperor and Ministers Reflecting Each Other

Gu Xi was right, the steps of the Great Han will not stop due to anyone’s departure.

But since he left the court.

The entire court seemed to have lost its soul, with an inexplicably heavy atmosphere.

Liu Bao has truly matured.

Although he was very sad, as the Emperor, he still shouldered the responsibility of an Emperor.

Just a few days after Gu Xi left Luoyang,

he announced the change of the era name to "Yangjia".

To declare to the world——

The new era of the Great Han has completely arrived.

...

Julu.

On Gu Xi’s journey back, wherever he went, the people and officials voluntarily came to bid farewell.

But if one were to say where the people were most joyful,

it would be Jizhou State.

The prestige of the Gu Clan throughout Jizhou State far exceeded everyone’s imagination.

During those continuous natural disasters in the past,

the entire Jizhou State was the most severely affected region, and the efforts of the Gu Clan in this were unknown in how many lives they saved.

Especially the people of Julu.

This was also related to the consistent policies of the Gu Clan.

When the lands produced nothing, the Gu Clan would often aid the people, purchasing their lands, or even lending grain seeds to the people.

And over the years,

the Gu Clan had never ceased showing favor to the people of Julu.

This influence was unimaginable.

When the people of Julu heard that Gu Xi had returned to Julu, they all came to greet him.

Gu Xi’s expression at this time was exceptionally complex.

He thoroughly read the classics left by Gu Kang, which naturally included the family history.

Suddenly, he thought of the words Gu Kang had said before he died many years ago.

Julu is a place of peace of mind.

In the past, Gu Xi would have never had this mindset to comprehend the profound meaning of this sentence.

But now he truly understood its meaning.

From the moment he stepped into Julu,

the restlessness in his heart instantly calmed down.

Struggles in the court;

Situations in the court and the public;

The state of affairs in the world.

All these issues that had accompanied him for decades gradually disappeared in his heart, and he completely relaxed.

This was destined to be a major event that shook the entire Jizhou State.

Officials from various places and prominent families,

almost all came to pay respect to Gu Xi.

Gu Xi did not put on any airs, personally receiving them.

He seemed to have changed entirely.

The sharpness he once displayed in the court was no longer present.

But with every move, he still exerted significant pressure on everyone.

This was Gu Xi’s status throughout the world.

Even though he had left the court, no one dared to underestimate him.

This grand social event lasted several days.

Subsequently, Gu Xi did not fall short of Gu Yi’s expectations.

He truly calmed his mind.

And began pondering the policies proposed by Zuo Xiong.

This was destined to be a slow process.

Gu Xi’s capability did not match Gu Kang’s; he could only think bit by bit.

Based on the experience of governance in recent years,

he carefully considered various issues within.

......

——Spring of the first year of Yangjia.

Liu Bao, just like in the original history, designated Liang Na as Empress.

But unlike before, he implemented a system like that during Liu Zhuang’s time, with no intention of rewarding the eunuchs.

Only occasionally discussing state affairs with Liang Na.

And it was right after this matter.

The new system was, once again, initiated.

Gu Xi’s departure from the court indeed brought significant changes to Liu Bao.

He lost his reliance.

Liu Bao had to face all issues himself.

But perhaps to not disappoint Gu Xi, Liu Bao’s performance exceeded everyone’s expectations.

He was incredibly diligent.

Just like the former Emperor Ming and Emperor Xiaohe during their reigns.

And it was precisely because of this,

that the new policies of the entire Han Dynasty spread like a tide to all directions.

Any reform is destined to cause a comprehensive upheaval.

But Liu Bao was obviously fully prepared.

He issued edicts to the world.

Anyone who dared not to follow the laws would be severely punished.

However, this matter was bound to have troubles.

Even during Liu Xiu’s time when he resurveyed the lands, there would still be all sorts of troubles, let alone Liu Bao?

This kind of thing was destined to be bloody!

And the most crucial part was, as Gu Xi stayed away from Luoyang longer,

the sword that always hung over the officials gradually dispersed. 𝓯𝓻𝒆𝙚𝒘𝓮𝙗𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝒍.𝙘𝓸𝙢

The officials naturally became more active in their thoughts.

At that time, there were those who jointly submitted a memorial, citing the drawbacks of the new policies causing public unrest, seeking Liu Bao to withdraw the edicts.

But Liu Bao’s handling of the matter truly surprised everyone.

This was merely a test by the officials.

Yet Liu Bao seemed to know that this button should definitely not be opened, dismissing or demoting all officials opposed to the matter.

As soon as this happened, the world was shocked!

The Emperor’s thunderous move was beyond everyone’s expectations.

It was only at this moment that officials in various places fully realized.

After all, Liu Bao had learned state affairs alongside Gu Xi since childhood!

Others might not know them well.

But how could they not understand who Gu Xi was?

After this, the court was in fear....

The new policies encountered no further obstacles.

——Second year of Yangjia.

Liu Bao initiated another series of personnel changes.

He first dismissed all officials due to unfair elections, and then successively promoted officials.

He also sent his wet nurse, Song E, out of the Imperial Palace.

Once again demonstrating to the courtiers his determination to suppress the eunuchs.

In addition, he once again reorganized the eunuchs within the palace.

The court was solemn!

Moreover, Liu Bao announced the expansion of the Imperial College!

He really seemed to have inherited all of Gu Xi’s virtues, leading the entire Han Dynasty forward toward prosperity.

——Second year of Yangjia, an earthquake occurred in Longxi, and minor disasters occurred in various parts of the world.