On the first day of the first lunar month, the weather is extremely cold, but it is extremely cold, which indicates that spring is coming.

On this day, civil officials and military officials in the northwest and the eldest sons of Liangzhou gathered at the schoolyard north of the central axis of Liangzhou. There were three schoolyards in Liangzhou. After Zhang Mai entered the city last year, he designated one of them as military training soldiers, and the largest one was set up as a square as a place for people to gather. He also erected the "Han Xuanding Hu Monument" brought from near Yibohai. He also demolished some dilapidated houses around him, expanded the area of ​​the square, and named the square "Xuanyuan" to show that he did not forget that he was a descendant of Yan and Huang.

In the last few days of December, heavy snow was drifting, and the snow had not melted on the first day of the first lunar month, and the weather was cold, but more than 20,000 people gathered in Xuanyuan Square. After gathering here, they discussed the topics that included giving Zhang Mai, the leader of the Northwest military and civilians, a new name, and establishing the foreign name of this regime.

Zhang Mai and several important advisers had already made decisions on these matters. From Murong Guiying to Zhang Yi, they felt that the titles "Tiance Tang Dynasty" set by Zhang Mai were a bit inconsistent and did not match the records in the book, but they did not intend to object, but Zhang Yi believed that such important matters must be discussed publicly and decided before they could show their dignity and grandness. He suggested convening Confucian scholars and great monks from the northwest to discuss, and the proceeds from the discussion would eventually be more convincing.

Zheng Wei said, "Our territory is thousands of miles from east to west. It will take at least a year or two to escort Confucian scholars there. If these people have prestige, they must be people who play an important role in the local area and are pillars of all walks of life. At present, there will be major events in the central and western regions in our army and in the west. It is not advisable to summon these people to the center at this time, as this will lead to the emptiness of the people in the central and western regions."

Zhang Yi said: "Then at least invite the great scholars of Liangzhou and the monks who are still in Liangzhou to gather together to show their solemnity."

Zheng Wei thought to himself: "Although Zhang Longxiang's decision made by a few words that day was a bit vulgar and unliterate, the image was far-reaching. It was the style of the founding of the country and the actual situation in the northwest, which was very consistent with our foundation of the founding country. The lower-class people and grassroots officers and soldiers of the northwest were probably illiterate. They would naturally get used to it as they called him. Liangzhou has been destruction for a long time, and there are no great scholars. Now there are indeed many celebrities in the northwest, but they all come from Shazhou. As for the eminent monks and great masters, every word is naturally inseparable from my Buddha's compassion. If these people come to discuss, they will inevitably say many pedantic arguments. Zhang Yi and others will hold public opinion and then bargain with Zhang Longxiang. Zhang Longxiang might have to compromise and create a lot of false articles, which will make a mistake."

Zhang Yi and others did support the Tang army and Zhang Mai at this time, but the political and strategic direction was not consistent with Zheng Wei. Zheng Wei thought of this and gave Zhang Mai a wink. Zhang Mai pondered and said, "Since it is a gathering of discussions, it is not limited to Confucianism and Buddhism. Call the army, civilians, workers, merchants, religious people, and religious people in Liangzhou City, as well as the tribes and village heads of Hu Han in the suburbs. On the first day of the first lunar month, we hold a meeting to discuss these things, and then celebrate the New Year together."

Zhang Yi was stunned and said, "Where do those martial artists, merchants, farmers and herdsmen understand national affairs?"

Zhang Mai said: "Our country is not only a great scholar, but also a country of eminent monks, scholars, farmers, industry and commerce, and all ethnic groups and religions have their own share. Military people cannot ignore it. We rely on them to build this territory and maintain our current stability. Since it is to discuss everyone's affairs, we should not keep them out. Even if they have no culture and cannot speak, at least let them listen. Justice is in the hearts of the people, and they may not be able to understand their own interests."

Zheng Wei thought to himself: "These Confucian scholars can be good at writing, but they can't control big scenes." He also agreed.

Zhang Yi said: "This... the military and civilians in Xu Liangzhou City came to discuss politics, this... there are at least tens of thousands of people, which will be in chaos. Moreover, since ancient times, there has been no reason to let the common people participate in major national affairs."

"No!" Although Zhang Mai was not good at learning history, he happened to remember a major event in the textbook in his mind. He said to Zhang Zhongmou: "I remember during the Zhou Dynasty, when a foolish monarch messed up the country, the people rioted. What was that happening?"

Zhang Zhongmou said: "That was the riots of the people of the people during the reign of King Li of Zhou."

"Yes." Zhang Mai said: "After the Zhou people drove away King Li of Zhou, wouldn't they just discuss politics and then re-establish a king?"

His history is indeed not good. Zhang Yi said in surprise: "There are riots among the Chinese, but the Chinese discuss politics... Is there such a thing?"

Zheng Wei took a lip and smiled and said, "There are despicable people among meat, and there are many wise men among brans. We are all meat eaters now. If we have the opportunity, it is good to listen to the sound of brans. We need to know that the people are the most important, and the country is the next, and the king is the least important. Mencius is a saint among Confucians, but he did not say that Confucians are the most important and monks are the most important. Our Tiance regime has originated from the middle and lower classes, and we must not forget our roots."

Zhang Yi originally wanted to debate the affairs of the people discussing politics, but Zheng Wei said that the people are noble and the king is light, but he could not argue. He thought that Zhang Mai was determined to do this, so why should he play against him too much? He had to go and call on the military and civilians inside and outside the city of Liangzhou. Except for the rotating officers and soldiers, he could go to Xuanyuan Square to listen to the politics and discuss politics on the first day of the first lunar month.

It was very lively. All scholars, peasants, industry and commerce, and all ethnic groups and education can listen to politics and discuss politics. I have never heard of it from any dynasty or generation. If Zhang Mai made such a proposal at the beginning of entering the city, I am afraid that no one of the people would dare to come rashly. However, things like sweeping the snow have laid the foundation for Zhang Mai's impression of being "appropriate" in the minds of the people of Liangzhou. Since the general opened his mouth, it is absolutely right to listen to it. Even if he could not really discuss politics, at least he would join in the fun.

Although the weather was cold on the first day of the New Year, the military and civilians in Liangzhou gathered everywhere. In terms of quantity, most of the people in Liangzhou were the people, but most of the local tyrants in Liangzhou had been eliminated, and the rest were all the people at the bottom. Although there were many people, there were few elites.

The second is those who follow Zhang Mai to the east. Longxiang's mansion is self-evident. He is a hardcore who can follow Zhang Mai through life and death.

In addition, a large number of old Anxi subordinates who had just moved from Gaochang - these people include military families, merchants, good craftsmen, and old men like An Liu who have already retreated to the second line. They followed Zhang Mai to Shule, to Kucha, to Gaochang, and now they have come to Liangzhou again.

Then there are the most foresighted businessmen in various places, such as Zheng Ji. Although they joined Anxi, their days were shallow, but their ability to move was very high.

There are some families who came from Shazhou. These are those who are aware of the current affairs who are looking at the general trend and are preparing to move their families eastward.

In addition to these people, monks who came to Liangzhou and had not yet returned, as well as religious leaders such as the Zoroastrianism and Ming Cult who were preparing to open temples and establish foundations in Liangzhou, also represented certain forces.

When the news of the conference spread, Zheng Ji couldn't figure out the intention of the conference, so he came to see Zheng Wei quietly and said, "Hasn't the name of Tiance the Tang Dynasty been decided? Why did he suddenly hold a conference? What's the purpose of calling so tens of thousands of people? He decided on major issues and did not plan for the public - could these people really come up with advice?"

Zheng Wei smiled and said, "The decision was a decision, but it was just a few of us. After all, it has not been announced. I followed Zhang Longxiang and walked thousands of miles away. I have always been controlling the army with strength and controlling the people with softness. In the army, he said one sentence, things can be discussed, but the decision cannot be questioned. However, his attitude towards the people is much softer. We are not called emperor now. At that time, Zhang Longxiang did not declare that the reason why he could rule the northwest was the blessing of gods and Buddhas. But it was because of the support of the people. Since it was supported by the people, these national names, year names, etc. would naturally have to be supported by the people."

Zheng Ji said: "I'm just afraid that there are too many people and it will be difficult to unify, so I'll be arguing at that time."

"Haha, then you are wrong!" Zheng Wei said: "If only a few great scholars and a few eminent monks come to discuss, then it will be difficult to unify opinions. The wise men each have their own aspirations, which is the source of power decentralization; the foolish men worship the strong, which is the power of centralization. The more people, the easier it is to unify opinions. Zhang Longxiang often goes to the public and inspects the countryside this winter, and has a very good reputation among the people. Those things that do not involve livelihoods will be agreed upon by the people as long as he agrees."

Zheng Ji pondered: "If this is the case, then the people cannot make the plan at that time. Just ask the people if it is just a question."

Zheng Wei laughed and said, "You don't need to teach you this kind of thing? Zhang Longxiang is much more experienced than you and me."

On this day, everyone went to Xuanyuan Square to sit down. Zhang Yi ordered all towns, villages, ethnic groups, and education, and all walks of life to sit and stand according to the designated areas. The elders, patriarchs, leaders, merchants and other leaders were in front, ordinary people and ordinary people were behind, and a high platform was temporarily built in the middle of the square, with the seats of Zhang Mai and Zheng Wei and others.

Looking at the dawn, everyone who should have arrived was almost there, and everyone was waiting to see this legendary figure living in Liangzhou City. Then he heard the sound of the road that was specially moved apart in the middle. Zhang Mai led Shi Ba, Tian Han and others in. All the soldiers in the square, whether on duty or coming to listen to the politics, immediately stood in a stern manner with military salutes. People of all ethnic groups cheered and shouted: "General!" "General!" "General is really here!" "Wow, that's the General, he looks like this."

At this time, Zhang Mai had a naturally powerful aura. As soon as he arrived, the atmosphere in the entire square became different. He immediately raised his hand to say hello to the tribes, and then approached to shake hands with the crowd on the side. Not everyone was shook. Anyone who shook hands with Zhang Mai was moved on the spot: "I shook hands with the general just now, and I shook hands with the general just now!"
Chapter completed!