Several students below laughed out loud.
Bi Yue also took a look with a smile and found that everyone's interest suddenly became much higher:
"But compared to his shortcomings, Emperor Taizong of Tang's contributions were even greater. What were they? Who can read the following passage? Chu Ci, the guy next to you, yes, the guy with the glasses, please read this."
Chu Ci gritted his teeth, Bi Yue did it on purpose.
Bi Yue waved her hand and asked him to sit down. "What does this mean? Translated into plain language, it means: Emperor Taizong of Tang saw with his own eyes how his uncle died and how he was destroyed, and he had to learn from it. Oh, and let me interrupt you, his uncle is not only his uncle, but also his father-in-law. One of his concubines is his uncle's daughter.
What lesson should we learn? We must take the people seriously.
It is said to be the fifth or sixth year of Zhenguan..."
Bi Yue suddenly stood up with a piece of chalk in hand, turned around and wrote on the blackboard while saying:
"The harvest is abundant, but a dou of rice costs only three or four coins. A dou is ten liters, right? This shows that agricultural production is abundant.
Year after year, only 29 people were sentenced to death, and the minister had to plead for mercy three times. What does this prove? Yes, that's right, it proves that public security is good.
In our current situation, don’t we sentence 29 people to death every day?
Also, there's no such thing as beheading at the Meridian Gate, as you hear in storytelling. What is the Meridian Gate? Storytellers are talking nonsense. During the Ming Dynasty, beheadings took place at Xisi, and during the Qing Dynasty, at Caishikou. Why is it the Meridian Gate?
Besides, there are few emperors who chop off people's heads at will. Ministers can resist. There are a few founding emperors who are rude and like to chop people off. Representative figures include Zhao Kuangyin, who beat ministers. So you have to listen to what the teacher says.
During the reign of Emperor Taizong of Tang, the political situation was clear and bright.”
Chu Ci raised her hand. Bi Yue pretended not to see.
Chu Ci couldn't stand it anymore and shouted in a hoarse voice: "Teacher, you are not feeling well, please sit down and teach."
Bi Yue smiled with relief:
"He was politically clear-minded, knew how to employ people wisely, and was known for his virtue and benevolence. His wise ministers included Fang Xuanling and Du Ruhui, and his famous generals included Li Jing and Li Ji. Everyone is familiar with Li Jing, right? He was Nezha's father, the Pagoda-Bearing Li Tianwang. Li Jing was granted the title of Duke of Wei.
Emperor Taizong of Tang was also able to listen to opinions. A representative figure who accepted advice: Wei Zheng.
Wei Zheng was once the Crown Prince's advisor. Wasn't the Crown Prince killed by Li Shimin? Li Shimin arrested Wei Zheng and asked, "Look, you're the one who sowed discord and killed my brother. What should I do?"
Wei Zheng quickly declared, "Your Majesty, I will be as loyal to you as I was to the Crown Prince. Please trust me for once and don't kill me." Thus, Wei Zheng survived.
He was indeed truly loyal. It's said he died in his fifties, having offered over 200 pieces of advice to Emperor Taizong. They engaged in numerous court arguments, and once, so enraged was Emperor Taizong that he threw up his sleeves and left the court, Wei Zheng clasping hold of him, saying, "Your Majesty, please don't leave! I haven't finished what I'm saying."
It's said that Emperor Taizong of Tang was murderous that time. Hearing about his own mistakes every day was heartbreaking. Who wouldn't be able to handle it? I, the teacher, couldn't handle it.
Empress Zhangsun, you know who she is, right? A virtuous empress, she brought her sisters—oh, those concubines of Emperor Taizong of Tang—dressed in her empress's attire and rushed to persuade him. After listening to her advice, she said, not only should he not be killed, but he should be promoted. "Your Majesty, a wise ruler and honest ministers, while partial listening leads to blindness, this is a blessing for the country!" Emperor Taizong slapped his thigh and said, "Alas, Empress, you are indeed aware. Our political commissar's thinking is truly unique."
Chu Ci lowered his head and shrugged. He was such a good talker. His voice was so full of emotion, Bi Yue was practically acting. It was truly captivating. Look, even his classmates were stunned by what he was saying.
"Emperor Taizong of Tang listened carefully to suggestions and made real changes when necessary. He also married the princess to Wei Zheng's son.
Later, Wei Zheng became seriously ill, and the emperor personally visited him at home, feeling very reluctant to let him go.
When Wei Zheng closed his eyes and passed away, Emperor Taizong of Tang said this..."
Bi Yue stood up again, her clumsy body twisting as the chalk wrote on the blackboard, writing:
"A man can use a bronze mirror to adjust his clothes and hat;
Using the past as a mirror, we can understand the rise and fall of nations;
Using people as a mirror, we can understand our gains and losses."
The following characters were written in a flourish:
"I hope that students can learn this spirit, often look in the mirror, reflect on themselves,
What is not done well enough, what can be done better.
In terms of study, have you made full use of your time every day? In terms of life, have you helped your parents more after studying? Have you fulfilled your filial piety?..."
The bell rang suddenly, and Bi Yue let out a long sigh before she finished speaking. After watching the red light on the camera go out, she formally introduced herself:
"Classmates, I am your substitute teacher, Bi Yue."
After this lesson, the students in the fast class were all looking forward to Teacher Bi giving a few more lessons.
Bi Yue just winked at Chu Ci and left in a hurry.
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