Before Emperor Wuzong, the nine families with the most powerful achievements and the strongest strength of the Jin Dynasty at the beginning of its founding of the country. The emperor of the Jin Dynasty took the initiative to let them take turns to serve as the governor, differentiate and balance them, and strictly prevent eunuchs and harem from interfering in politics. At the same time, vigorously support foreign relatives to fight against the aristocratic families. This was almost the old path back to the Chu Dynasty, but there was no way. The reason why the Jin Dynasty was able to unify the world was that the aristocratic families made too much effort and made too great contributions. In the early days of the founding of the country, we could only use this method to balance the forces of all parties and try to stabilize the foundation of the country.

After the Jin Dynasty was established a hundred years ago, Chengzong suddenly succeeded to the throne and destroyed three aristocratic families who were intending to abolish the emperor. The power of the aristocratic families fell into a trough. Taking this opportunity, Chengzong relied on the power of foreign relatives and began a difficult reform path, established six ministries, opened the imperial examination system, and officially established the imperial examination system.

Chengzong was undoubtedly a wise lord of a generation. His six-part power, as well as his enrollment of scholars and the use of poor officials, severely hit the aristocratic families and the imperial power was further stabilized. However, Chengzong forgot one thing that his series of reforms severely hit the aristocratic families, but as the relatives of another force, were also under strong impact. Therefore, Chengzong died and Wenzong succeeded to the throne. The relatives and relatives of the aristocratic families began to unite, and took advantage of the fact that the new emperor ascended the throne and established a foothold, and began a comprehensive counterattack.

Wenzong fought desperately with them. It seemed that the power was very different, but in fact it was not. After nearly thirty years of reforms by Chengzong, a large number of low-level literati had already poured into the official career. They were aroused by Chengzong and were loyal to the emperor and the court. Wenzong took this as his team and actually stood firm. After more than ten years of political struggle, he finally completely eliminated the power of foreign relatives. However, the time was not enough and the strength was not enough for the aristocratic families, so Wenzong had to compromise with them.

Although the battle between Emperor Wenzong and the aristocratic families was not successful, and after Emperor Wenzong's death, the next few emperors were mediocre and were re-controlled by the aristocratic families. The six parts of power and the imperial examination were also used as tools of political interests by the aristocratic families. However, after the unremitting efforts of the two generations of emperors Chengzong and Wenzong, the two important reforms of the Six Divisions and the Imperial Examination were finally retained and continued. The formation of the six divisions allowed the aristocratic families to be

It is impossible to form a strong whole. The family that once united with foreign countries began to truly differentiate. For the sake of the few rights and status, it began to be divided into several or even more factions and launched a long-lasting political struggle. Although the retention of the imperial examination was used by the children of powerful officials, it eventually formed a system. Through it, those poor scholars who truly possess real materials had the opportunity to display their talents and ambitions.

When Emperor Wuzong passed away, the Jin Dynasty once again grew from decline. Taking this opportunity, Emperor Wuzong set up a political hall, turning the system of left and right two ministers that had lasted for many years into a system of multi-partite discussion, further weakening the power of left and right two ministers.

You Mingyuan thought a lot about the rise and fall of the Jin Dynasty for hundreds of years, and then the past and glory of his ancestors, and finally thought of himself. What is left for the You clan to his generation?

You Mingyuan looked at You Yuanfeng. The old man over 80 was already asleep at this time. Looking at his old face, You Mingyuan couldn't help but feel a lot.

You Yuanfeng's life is quite legendary, both lucky and unlucky. Fortunately, You Yuanfeng came from a family and did not have to worry about food and accommodation, and could receive the best education. But he was unfortunate because You Yuanfeng's biological mother status was very low and he had never been loved by his father. So through his own efforts, You Yuanfeng became the best talent in the entire You clan, far surpassing his peers, and even entered the political affairs hall as a prime minister. However, throughout his life, he was unable to become the leader of the You clan because he was a concubine and he did not have this qualification. This was destined since he was born.

You Yuanfeng's feelings for the family are absolutely sincere. After You Zhi's rise, the You family has declined step by step. It was You Yuanfeng who brought the entire family back to prosperity. His hard work and his scholarship in his prime, gave up the position of Prime Minister of the Political Affairs Hall to sacrifice individuals, and finally fulfilled the entire family. His morality and wisdom are deeply respected by You Mingyuan, and this emotion is far beyond his father.

You Mingyuan’s biggest wish now is to hope that You Yuanfeng can live a few more years, and at the moment when the situation is now developing to a complex and dangerous moment, the existence of this old man is like a stabilizing needle, shocking the confidence of everyone in the family. You Mingyuan firmly believes that You Yuanfeng’s wisdom and experience will definitely lead the family out of the crisis.

The sound of footsteps came from behind. You Mingyuan looked back and saw that the butler was here.

The butler glanced at You Yuanfeng, and then whispered in You Mingyuan's ear: "Master, the banquet has been almost done, and the guests have basically been in place. Many people are clamoring to pay their respects to the old man."

You Mingyuan pondered for a moment, then pointed to the butler and whispered: "Go and tell them that the old man has just recovered from a serious illness and is not suitable to meet guests. After the meal, he will ask a few relatives close to the younger generation to come and meet him. Forget the others, don't disturb the old man's spirit."

The butler nodded and was about to leave.

You Yuanfeng opened his eyes at this time and said indifferently: "I was promoted to the Prime Minister of the Political Affairs Hall as the Minister of Rites. I had been dealing with Etiquette for a lifetime. Everyone knew that You Yuanfeng, I, respected etiquette the most. Now that the guest has come and the master has disappeared, I am afraid they all think that I am about to die. How can this be done?"

After saying that, You Yuanfeng stood up and You Mingyuan hurriedly stepped forward to support him.

"No, I haven't reached that point yet."

You Yuanfeng gently pushed You Mingyuan away and laughed: "Today I am a guest, so I should treat them well and have a few drinks to let them know that I will not only not die, but I am in good health."

You Mingyuan smiled bitterly and said, "Nothing is more important than your body, please be cautious."

You Yuanfeng smiled, then walked forward.

After visiting Xiaolian and her daughter, Li Xun did not stay for long. Then he went to the palace and sent someone to the You Mansion to inform his father-in-law You Mingyuan that the reason why he didn't come was because he wanted to go to the palace to pay homage to the emperor. Of course, this was just an excuse. Li Xun thought so. He went to the palace after lunch. He thought that he could go home after seeing Zhao Zhi. Who knew that after entering the palace, Zhao Zhi met in front of him, but without saying a few words, Zhao Zhi became sleepy. Then he said that he wanted to rest for a while and asked Li Xun to wait. This wait took nearly three hours, and until dusk, Zhao Zhi did not wake up.

He couldn't walk, and couldn't talk or walk around, so as not to disturb Zhao Zhi's rest. Li Xun was extremely bored. Finally, he sat there and leaned against the wall, and fell asleep drowsyly until he felt pushed by someone, and then woke up in a daze.
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