The imperial edict is a display and symbol of the power of the emperor. The texture of the shaft handle is different according to the grade of the official. The first grade is the jade shaft, the second grade is the black rhino horn shaft, the third grade is the gold shaft, and the fourth grade and the fifth grade are the black cow horn shaft.

The materials of the imperial edict are very exquisite, all of which are made of silk and silk, with mostly auspicious clouds and auspicious cranes, and are magnificent.

There are flying silver dragons at both ends of the imperial edict as anti-counterfeiting symbols.

As a documentary order issued by the emperor and an edict or an edict issued by a meritorious official or a title to be given to a title, the richer the color of the imperial edict, the higher the official title of the official who accepts the title.

Before the imperial edict arrives, officials need to take a shower, wash, wear official clothes, set up incense tables, and kneel down to worship the imperial edict.

The kneeling ceremony was sometimes not allowed in the Jin Dynasty, and it was not a deadly rule. For example, Emperor Wuzong issued a clear order. Officials did not need to kneel down to meet the emperor and accept the imperial edict. The emperors after Wuzong were not very capable and had a bad temper. They resumed the kneeling ceremony. During the reign of Emperor Xingzong Zhao Zhi, the officials were exempted from kneeling ceremony.

From this point of view, it can be seen that emperors with confidence and ambition in their hearts often do not pay much attention to some false etiquette and give enough respect to officials. On the contrary, those emperors who have no ability and are useless will regain their confidence and self-esteem in these aspects.

Li Xun didn't ask so much. After seeing that everyone stood up, he took out the imperial edict and began to read it.

Li Xun spoke very quickly, and in less than a quarter of an hour, he finished reading the imperial edict.

Li Xun combined the imperial edict and came forward to Zhao Baian, and said with a smile: "Uncle Zhao, congratulations on going further."

"I don't care about these vanity when I fight for the country."

Zhao Baian said indifferently.

Li Xun smiled and didn't say anything. Although Zhao Baian said that, it was not difficult to see from the smile on his face that his heart must be extremely proud at this moment.

Li Xun did not underestimate Zhao Bai'an. He did fight very beautifully in this war, with superb tactics and proper raising, and a battle will determine the world. Zhao Bai'an has the capital to be proud of. In this regard, others can't tell him any gossip.

Some people are happy, but naturally some are worried. The generals who were punished all look ugly, but at this time, they don’t have anything to say, and it’s useless to say anything, and they will only humiliate themselves.

Zhao Baian glanced at Sima Zhong, Huang Hui and other imperial guards, and said indifferently: "There is a public opinion on right and wrong. Now it seems that the one who is wrong is not me."

Huang Hui, Yan Yi and others all had anger on their faces.

Sima Zhong's expression was very calm, and he said in a plain tone: "What's the use of saying this now?"

Seeing that the atmosphere was a little wrong, Sima Yuanxian quickly reached out and poked Zhao Qiankun on the waist. Zhao Qiankun came to his senses and stood up quickly, laughing and said, "The General has already set up a banquet. Li Xiangguo has worked hard all the way. Let's go to the table first and have a chat while eating."

Li Xun nodded and smiled, "It's so good."

Whether it is good or bad, or what everyone is thinking today, at least everyone still gave Li Xun a face, acted very dull and there was no quarrel.

After the banquet, Li Xun returned to his residence.

He Shuping found Li Xun and whispered: "Li Prime Minister, the emperor has given instructions. Several generals in the imperial guards were sentenced to death. Why didn't you find an opportunity to tell Zhao Baian just now?"

Li Xun glanced at him, remained silent for a moment, then shook his head: "You can also see the atmosphere today. The Jiangnan group and the imperial guards, the prejudice between the two sides is already very serious, and it is almost on the verge of an outbreak. If Zhao Qiankun and I were not reconciled, they might have started to make a fuss on the spot. At that time, can you and I take the stage?"

The court sentenced seven middle and senior generals to death, all of whom were imperial guards. This order was not written in the imperial edict, but Zhao Xun dictated it to He Shuping and then conveyed it to Li Xun. It was obvious that the court also had certain concerns.

Li Xun was sure that once he told Zhao Baian about this, Zhao Baian would definitely take action immediately, because several major generals of the imperial guards were not convinced by him, and both sides looked down on each other. In the army, if they want to quickly establish absolute authority and completely control the military power, killing people is undoubtedly the fastest way. If there is such a good opportunity, Zhao Baian will never miss it.

Zhao Xun thought very well, and asked Zhao Baian to kill several generals of the imperial guards to form hatred between the two sides, form confrontation and barriers, control and guard against Zhao Baian to make it bigger, but Zhao Xun and even the many ministers of the court took it for granted. How much can they know about the things and situations thousands of miles apart?

He Shuping said inexplicably: "I don't understand what Li Xiangguo means very much."

Li Xun said: "You have also seen the situation just now. Although both sides did not say it on the surface, they were full of gunpowder in secret and had deep conflicts. But no matter what, the balance is still there, and everyone has their own concerns and dare not do anything randomly. If you tell Zhao Bai'an about this, it would be like giving Zhao Bai'an a chance to take action. Once Zhao Bai'an takes action, the balance and concerns between both sides will be gone. If the matter is big and cannot be concluded, Eunuch He, you say, will you take the blame at that time, or will I take the blame?"

He Shuping was not too stupid. He understood what Li Xun said, pondered for a moment, and finally nodded, thinking that what Li Xun said was indeed very reasonable. If things really happened like Li Xun said, once the trouble broke out, Zhao Xun would definitely find someone to take the blame in order to calm the turmoil. This candidate was only Li Xun and He Shuping, who conveyed the imperial edict. Li Xun was the nephew of the empress dowager. The possibility of the blame was almost zero, so there was only one final result, that was to take the blame by himself, and this order was just dictated by Zhao Xun, without any words. At that time, Zhao Xun would send a fake imperial edict and a eunuch, what could he say?

Thinking of this, He Shuping felt a chill in his heart.

"Li Xiangguo, what do you think you should do?"

He Shuping was suddenly panicked and quickly asked Li Xun.

Li Xun said indifferently: "You have told me the emperor's oral statement. As for how to do it, whether to say it or not, that is my business and has nothing to do with you."

He Shuping was slightly stunned, and then realized that Li Xun took all the responsibility on himself. In this way, he really had no problems. Thinking of this, He Shuping was extremely grateful and thanked Li Xun repeatedly.

When he returned to the room, Li Xun sat there, pondered for a while, then left the room and came to the next door.

"Chen He, have you slept?"

Li Xun knocked on the door and asked.

"not yet."

After a while, Chen He opened the door and let Li Xun come in.
Chapter completed!