Chapter 0002 This scene is too beautiful

He initially wanted to say it was unnecessary, as engineering students usually do their own laundry and cooking, demonstrating strong practical skills. However, just as the words were on the tip of his tongue, Xiao Ming changed his mind.

Since we have arrived in this world, it is indeed necessary to follow local customs. If one behaves too unusually, it is possible that that Pang Yukun might submit a little report saying, "Your Highness has developed hysteria today."

She could not possibly be unaware of these misdeeds of Xiao Ming while serving in front of Concubine Zhen

By that time, it is likely that the old fox, Xiao Wenxuan, will hastily reclaim his fiefdom

It is precisely this kind of nonsense among the aristocratic families that has resulted in the technological level of the Great Yu Kingdom being essentially at the stage of the late Tang and early Song dynasties

Your Highness!" Luoluo suddenly took a step back, her voice trembling with tears as she said, "As a lowly servant, how could I dare to sit on Your Highness's jade couch? If Lord Pang finds out, I will surely face punishment again.

The changes of dynasties have always been propelled by the invisible hand of the gentry and aristocracy, driving history forward

However, in the Great Yuguo, the practice of granting fiefdoms to princes is quite common. Upon careful reflection, he was able to identify the reasons from the limited historical information held by Xiao Ming.

However, it seems that the effect is quite good at the moment, and the Great Yu Kingdom is generally in a state of mutual balancing of nonsense.

Generally speaking, an emperor with a clear mind would not be pleased to see the presence of a vassal king

At the bottom of the steps, a pebble path winds its way to a stone bridge, flanked by gourd-shaped ponds. Alongside the ponds, willow trees sway gently, and green bamboo shines brightly, presenting a scene of exquisite garden beauty

However, the meaning between the lines of Concubine Zhen's words is that the green vine and the purple aster were originally pleading with her in great sorrow. Yet, Concubine Zhen, feeling pity for her son, still reluctantly sent them away, asking him to treat them well, even though they were initially unwilling.

The sky is a pure blue, akin to that of a sapphire, a blue that captivates the heart

Until the establishment of the Dayu Kingdom, Emperor Gaozu Xiao Yuanzhi, with the assistance of the prominent families of the five surnames, laid the foundation for the Dayu territory

The potential threat posed by the aristocratic clans instills fear in the hearts of every member of the royal family; unfortunately, his fiefdom is similarly affected, as its economic lifeline is largely controlled by these powerful families

Upon self-reflection, it is true that he was somewhat impatient just now, and he may have frightened her. After all, it was he who wrote to Consort Zhen requesting a maidservant.

Xiao Ming's father, Emperor Xiao Wenxuan, is extremely astute, and the Grand Historian he dispatched is nothing short of a bookworm among bookworms

Although the history of this world changed since the Three Kingdoms period, the issue of feudal lords should still draw lessons from the Han Dynasty's experiences.

Xiao Ming is about to go out, and Lu Luo took the clothes and said: "Your Highness, this servant will assist you in dressing."

What remains in memory is merely an image, akin to a film, yet witnessing it with one's own eyes evokes an entirely different sensation

"Drinking poison to quench thirst." This is the only way Xiao Ming can evaluate Xiao Yuanzhi. Xiao Yuanzhi's purpose is very clear: to use the royal family and vassal kings to restrain the non-clan kings and prevent their rebellion

"This is something that requires in-depth discussion. Come, sit here." Xiao Ming pointed to the edge of the bed, smiling like a strange uncle enticing a little girl with a lollipop

From now on, this will be his fief, his home. He must completely take control of this place, and the first obstacle in his way is the local gentry, who is also the first target he needs to deal with.

In fact, it is not entirely his fault; Xiao Ming was once a notorious figure in Chang'an, a debauched and fearsome character who instilled dread in people and despair in dogs.

However, Xiao Yuanzhi made a mistake at the outset of his uprising, which was to promise the joint governance of the realm by the five prominent families and the seven esteemed clans

Xiao Ming suddenly realized that this little maid had intentionally brought up Pang Changshi

The first three dynasties, Zhou, Chu, and Dai, lasted for over a thousand years. Each dynasty had emperors who attempted to suppress the aristocratic clans, but the result was that these emperors soon met their ancestors or the country fell into chaos

In the five years since arriving at the fief, there has been no respite. It is precisely for this reason that Pang Yukun has been incessantly filing petty reports. The pile of reports at Xiao Wenxuan's side is likely enough for everyone in the Great Yu Imperial Palace to use for a day's worth of wiping.

A cooked duck cannot fly, and besides, Xiao Ming is not a good person, but he is not a bad person either; he looks down upon acts of bullying men and dominating women.

If Xiao Ming finds anything unsatisfactory in the fief, he will undoubtedly report it immediately, and then Xiao Wenxuan will write a letter to scold him severely

Dressed in a purple peony embroidered round-collared robe, Xiao Ming stood before the bronze mirror, his tall figure and slightly handsome face reflecting the man he has become today

In that case, it can only be developed gradually, he said: "You may leave, I shall go out for a walk"

Thus, at the establishment of the Great Yu Kingdom, Xiao Yuanzhi made a decisive move, bestowing titles to six kings of different surnames: King Yan of the Cui clan, King Chu of the Li clan, King Liang of the Zheng clan, King Huainan of the Qinghe Cui clan, King Zhao of the Zhao clan, and King Runan of the Nanyang Xiao clan. Although the Nanyang Xiao clan shares the same surname as the royal family, they are not of the same lineage.

Casting a sidelong glance at the pothos, the girl was gripping the hem of her clothes tightly, her expression flustered, as if she had committed some wrongdoing

After the Three Kingdoms period, the power of the gentry and aristocratic families grew unprecedentedly strong. These prestigious families, endowed with wealth, resources, and manpower, played an extremely important role in the subsequent history.

Such individuals generally share a common trait: they are rigid and somewhat simple-minded, exhibiting unwavering loyalty to the emperor.

Across the pond, a row of buildings with black tiles and red walls features uneven eaves that interlock with one another, while the neatly arranged red-painted wooden pillars support the entire structure

Stepping out of the chamber, the gentle morning sunlight envelops me, and the fresh air imparts a sense of mental clarity and spiritual elevation

His purpose for following was also very clear; to put it nicely, it was to impart teachings and resolve doubts, but to put it bluntly, it was to monitor him and report back to the emperor.

Lü Luo let out a gentle sigh, unaware that all her thoughts were clearly seen through by Xiao Ming

Xiao Ming is now strongly realizing that he has truly traveled through time, and this dynasty is called Dayu

In his later years, Xiao Yuanzhi also became aware of this issue, stating, "In this vast world, it is essential to establish feudal barriers to protect the state above and ensure the peace of the people below. Now that the princes have grown, it is appropriate for each to have their titles and fiefs, governing various states. I do not favor my relatives, but rather follow the system established by ancient sages and kings, as a strategy for long-term stability and governance." This marked the beginning of the feudal division.

This lengthy historical figure, originally named Pang Yukun, served as the Chief Clerk of the Qingzhou Governor's Office, which can be simply understood as his advisor, military strategist, and secretary

"The Long History of the Pang Family." The name from the mouth of the green vine made Xiao Ming frown

However, regarding the issue of fiefs and vassal kings, Xiao Ming still finds it quite puzzling

It is truly not easy to survive in this world! Xiao Ming sighed.

In the later period of the Dai Dynasty, there were even instances of conflict among more than twenty states, all of which bore the influence of the aristocratic clans.

Although this lengthy history is directed at the former Xiao Ming, he now has no choice but to confront it, and the aversion from his memories instantly dampens his spirits, rendering the experience somewhat dull.

Thus, she harbored a deep-seated fear of Xiao Ming

I have arrived, Dayu. " Xiao Ming silently recited in his heart

In Xiao Ming's memory, this Pang Yukun is indeed a person he greatly dislikes

During the time in the vassal state, this Pang Yukun was assigned by the Emperor to follow him continuously

Although this transaction by Xiao Yuanzhi was indeed satisfying, the subsequent emperor will face unfortunate circumstances. The five prominent surnames and seven influential families are already significant local clans, and now they have gained even more power.