In feudal society, the emperor had supreme power and wealth throughout the world. As an emperor, it seems that it is natural to live a rich life, so there are also many tyrants in history who are extravagant and extremely desireful. However, there are exceptions to everything. In history, some emperors with good character are very self-disciplined and regard the laws of the court above everything else. For example, the one we are going to talk about today was beaten by the court officials because they secretly embezzled some funds from the treasury to satisfy their desires. They were beaten up by the court officials. After being beaten, they limped back to the dragon throne, and said with tears: You are all loyal ministers!
Wanyan Sheng
In September 1123, after the death of Jin Taizu Wanyan Aguda, his fourth brother Wanyan Sheng succeeded to the throne, known in history as Jin Taizong .
At that time, it was the beginning of the founding of the Jin Dynasty. All infrastructure construction required money, but the national treasury's family foundation was weak. Therefore, since the Jin Taizu, he had always adhered to the style of frugality. Wanyan Aguda even made rules with the court officials: no one can move the property in the national treasury, and it can only be used when war breaks out. If someone uses it without permission, no matter who it is, he must take the blame for twenty boards!
Jin Taizong
Jin Taizong ascended the throne, so naturally he could not break this rule. But as the emperor, Emperor Taizong of Jin lived a hard life, and he had a simple meal every day. After a long time, no one could stand it! So he used his brain to find a way to get some money and improve his food.
Wanyan Zonghan
Jin Taizong's requirements are actually not high, they just make some money and buy some wine for themselves. However, where does the money-making skills come from when becoming an emperor? After thinking about it, I still have to spend money from the treasury, right? So, one day, Wanyan Sheng , who was so hungry that he couldn't help it, secretly took some money from the treasury, bought good wine and food, and had a good meal by himself.
can't contain the fire. In the end, this matter was discovered by the Prime Minister and the powerful minister Wanyan Zonghan, who was responsible for counting the treasury silver. They quickly found out that the stolen silver was stolen by the emperor.
Stills from Jin Taizong
Relying on his own power, Wanyan Zonghan played a selfless role. They openly exposed the emperor's stealing money in the court, which made Jin Taizong completely disgraceful. In the end, they could only accept the proposals of the ministers and receive the punishment of the twenty-pin board.
After the pole was punished, Wanyan Zonghan and all the ministers led by the Prime Minister kowtowed to the emperor together. Emperor Taizong of Jin touched his butt and sat back on the dragon chaise, crying, "You are all loyal ministers, what are the crimes? is my 's fault, and it's not your fault." I guess this board really made him have a memory, and from then on, he will never dare to steal money and buy wine again.
