Why did the emperor rebel?

Chapter 1067: Cabinet Disagreement
As soon as these words came out, the hall suddenly fell silent.

Therefore, it has been a troubled time in Beijing and China recently, so that the elders in the court can't keep up with the rhythm.

The matter of the vassal king has also attracted much attention from the ruling and opposition parties recently.

You know, this time the vassal king's entry to Beijing is different from the usual ones. In the past, at most, the ceremonies were more complicated and there were more etiquette matters.

But this time, after these vassal kings entered the capital, they taught many ministers in the court a solid lesson. A minister with Yu Qian's status and status, who was also favored by the emperor, was forced to lower his head and walk in public I went to Shiwangfu to apologize for my "recklessness" and "offense", and was turned away several times.

Taking this opportunity, the kings can be regarded as playing enough prestige, so that the Minister of Chinese and Military Affairs of the court once again realized the status and power of the vassal king.

This was not enough, and then came the news that the Ministry of Rites was going to rectify the ancestral affairs, and before the ministers had time to confirm the authenticity, the date of the kings' departure from the capital was postponed.

On the surface, it was said that the emperor cared about his relatives and wanted to stay with the vassal king for a longer period of time, but in fact, only they themselves knew why they stayed in Beijing.

In the recent days, there has been another incident about the replacement of the king and the transfer of the vassal, and various other rumors in the court, making it difficult to tell whether it is true or not...

Now, the Ministry of Rites made another move, wanting to drive the vassal king back to the fiefdom. Could it be that this is to pave the way for the subsequent reform of the suzerain vassal?
This time, how will the Son of Heaven deal with it? It will not continue to procrastinate. The vassal king has already lived in the capital for a long time. After all, it is not in accordance with the etiquette system. Rumors in Beijing are not just rumors.

Everyone looked up and looked at the emperor, but saw that the emperor's face was calm, and there was no surprise. He picked up the memorial from the Ministry of Rites, glanced at it, and said casually.

"Since that's the case, the Ministry of Rites has arranged for it, and it's approved!"

As soon as this remark came out, many ministers couldn't help being a little surprised, even Wang Yining, the minister of rites, was a little surprised, and hesitated for a moment before stepping forward to accept the order.

Especially Shen Yi, Minister of the Household Department, who was beside him, had a very strange expression on his face.

Others don't know, but he knows that the emperor and the vassals are plotting to take the official land back to Huangzhuang. He has been waiting for this for a few days, but, strangely, since the emperor After calling him into the palace last time, more than half a month passed, but there was no movement at all.

Now, the Ministry of Rites wanted to arrange for these vassal kings to go out of Beijing, and the emperor agreed. Could it be that the emperor really intends to push this matter by his own strength instead of relying on these vassal kings?
You know, since the emperor came to the throne, whether it is the mutual market, the big canal, or the military settlement, although the emperor supports it, it is the yamen of various ministries who have come forward to promote it.

If the kings mentioned this matter after they left the capital, would it really be possible to take this matter down with King Min and King Xiang?
Suspicions abounded in Shen Shangshu's heart, but the emperor suddenly called his name.

"The Ministry of Households, the Ministry of Works?"

Hearing the Son of Heaven's call, Shen Yi quickly put away these thoughts, one after another came out of the line with Chen Xun, and came to the hall, said.

"Chen is here!"

So, the emperor Yuyin came down and said.

"Regarding the matter of the former king's transfer of the vassal, the kings in Beijing jointly handed me the memorial a few days ago, saying that the court is in trouble and the treasury is empty, and they are willing to bear half of the cost of moving the vassal to help the court."

"Since the kings have this intention, it is not appropriate to delay the transfer of the king's vassal. After the court today, the Ministry of Households will start to calculate the expenses, and cooperate with the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of Industry to build a new king's mansion in Zhangzhou Mansion. It will be completed before June. Relocation matters."

As soon as these words came out, there was another discussion among the officials below.

The transfer of seals has a lot to do with it, and it’s costly. At the last court meeting, the Ministry of Households and the Ministry of Industry took the lead. One said that there was no money, and the other said that there was no one. The Ministry of Industry went down to discuss and come up with a charter. Many ministers felt that this matter would have to be delayed for at least a year and a half, and it might be gone after a while.

But who would have thought that some time ago, the Dai Wangye went to the Ministry of Households to make a fuss, blocked the door on the spot, saying that he wanted to get back the redemption money from the private fields of the army, but in the end the Ministry of Households had no choice but to ask the emperor before him. This matter is given.

However, after this incident, the court also faintly felt that it was imperative to replace the king and transfer the title, otherwise, it would be difficult for the household department to escape.

It's just that I didn't expect it to come so fast...

Then he turned his head to look at this Shangshu Shen, as expected, seeing the bitter face of the Shangshu of the Household Department, but he still bowed his hands.

"Please rest assured, Your Majesty, the Ministry of Households will not dare to neglect."

That's right, when it comes to this point, there is trouble, and the kings are willing to bear half of the cost. If you insist on it, it will be too disrespectful to the kings.

Seeing that the household department was timid, Chen Xun's expression also changed, but fortunately, he also had a premonition about this, since the household department couldn't hold on first, then there was no need for him to hold on.

Especially the day before yesterday, His Majesty summoned them to admonish them because of Yu Qian's matter, which made Chen Xun faintly feel that the emperor has become much stronger. Even Yu Qian, who has always been favored and trusted, can't please the emperor, let alone Someone else.

The Son of Heaven had obviously nodded his head on the matter of moving the feudal domain. If he continued to twist it, the Son of Heaven might be displeased. Therefore, Chen Xun did not dare to be negligent and bowed his hands.

"The minister leads the decree..."

There were no objections to these two Shangshu, and the other ministers, even if they still felt that something was wrong, they could only swallow their words one after another.

The early court ended here, but the news that came out of the early court quickly spread in the capital, and the most noticeable thing was naturally the news of the rectification of the military mansion.

Now the civil and military affairs in Beijing are not complicated, so what Yu Shiyue can infer, most important officials can also infer.

Therefore, while many ministers in the ruling and opposition parties are discussing whether to rectify the military mansion, many ministers have already begun to consider who will preside over the matter.

As most people expected, at the court meeting a few days later, although there were some disputes over this matter, even Wang Hong, who initially opposed it, changed his attitude after Zhang Yu and others produced a series of evidence. Gradually soften down.

In the end, the result of the court discussion was naturally passed smoothly.

That afternoon, the cabinet received several memorials, all of which were recommending hosts...

In Wang Ao's public room, the sun was approaching noon, and a person from Zhongshushe came in and said.

"Master Chief Assistant, Lord Second Assistant is here."

Hearing this, Wang Ao raised his head from the copybook, and glanced at the memorabilia that he had just read at his hand. The note on it read...

"...The rectification of the army is of great importance. The person in charge is selected as a minister with outstanding virtue, extraordinary ability, and prestige in the court. Only then can it go well. Minister Wang Ao."

After putting these memorials away, he nodded and said.

"Please come in."

Not long after, Yu Shiyue stepped in, also holding a few memorials in his hands, and after bowing slightly to salute, he placed the memorials on the table in front of Wang Ao.

"Master Shoufu, these few memorials are all for recommending the host of the rectification army. Over the past few days, I have received no less than [-] memorials. Come to think of it, Master Shoufu should be about the same?"

Sitting aside, Yu Shiyue picked up the tea offered by Zhongshusheren, took a sip, and said.

Wang Ao didn't answer right away, but picked up the memorabilia handed over by Yu Shiyue and flipped through it before saying.

"Yang Hong, Marquis of Changping, Chen Mao, Marquis of Ningyang, Zhu Yi, Duke of Cheng, Fan Guang, Uncle of Jing'an, Zhao Rong, Uncle of Xincheng, Guo Sheng, Marquis of Cheng'an, Zhang Min, who knows the governor, and Wuxing, who knows the governor... It's about the same .”

While speaking, Wang Ao raised his head and said.

"It seems that this time, the nobles in Beijing are really a little anxious."

Yu Shiyue nodded.

During this period of time, among the memorials he received, many people were recommended. Basically, they were the people Wang Ao mentioned.

This is not difficult to understand. To put it bluntly in order to rectify the military mansion, it is necessary to check the officials who are now in the military mansion.

In today's military mansion, almost all officials are more or less connected with nobles in Beijing, and checking the military mansion is tantamount to a major reshuffle of the forces in Beijing.

Then, who will preside over this matter is naturally very important to all the nobles!

Once it is hosted by someone who is close to him, it will be a great opportunity to expand his power.

Since the Son of Heaven ascended the throne, Xungui has been suppressed, especially during the rectification of the army, he suffered heavy losses. This time, he finally had an opportunity, so he must grasp it well.

Therefore, after this period of time, this group of nobles can be regarded as having worked hard, not only the officials of the military mansion themselves, but also the nobles of various families have been dispatched one after another, and even some of the civil servants they have been friends with on weekdays , was also persuaded to write the book for them.

In addition, Yu Shiyue also heard that some people even made their minds on the emperor's relatives. It is said that in the past few days, the favored concubine Hang Gui in the palace, the concubine Li Xian who just gave birth to the prince, and his father and brother all came to the palace to have an audience. The harem is not allowed to interfere in politics, but there is always a way.

With such a commotion, it can be seen that this group of nobles really put in a lot of effort this time, and they are going to take over this job, but...

"Although there are many candidates, there are not many who are really available. To preside over this matter, one must have prestige, virtue, and ability. Among the nobles, there are only a few who can meet these conditions."

Seeing Wang Ao raised his head from the memorial, Yu Shiyue put down the teacup and said with a smile.

Seeing this situation, Wang Ao also smiled and said.

"It seems that Master Cifu also has someone in mind..."

Yu Shiyue neither admitted nor denied, just said.

"For such a major matter, the specific selection of candidates should be decided by His Majesty. However, in my humble opinion, since the military government is to be rectified, it cannot be presided over by the military officials themselves, otherwise it will be difficult to convince the public. As for the nobles in Beijing, I'm afraid it's not appropriate to be involved too deeply with the military mansion."

It seemed like he didn't say anything, but in fact, he had already said everything.

Among the military officials, high-ranking officials are basically in the military mansion. Other than that, they are nobles. Military officials are not good, and neither are the nobles. The implication is that the military officials are not suitable to preside over this matter.

Therefore, Wang Ao nodded lightly, as a sign of approval for his statement.

In fact, both sides tacitly agreed that Yu Shiyue came here this time, to put it bluntly, to unify their opinions.

Since Jiang Yuan left, the cabinet has not added new cabinet ministers for a long time. Zhu Jian has kept a low profile because of the previous affairs, and Zhang Min has never had any opinions. Therefore, as long as the two of them reach an agreement on most matters, it means The cabinet is unanimous.

But this thing...

After listening to Yu Shiyue's words, Wang Ao also took out the basic notes from his hand, ordered someone to pass them over, and said.

"Master Cifu's words are reasonable. It is not appropriate for military officials and nobles to preside over this matter. During these days, I have indeed received a lot of memorials."

"Among them, some people think that this matter involves military affairs, so it should belong to the Ministry of War. Since the Shaobao presides over it, some people think that this matter belongs to the power of supervision, so it should be led by the Metropolitan Procuratorate, and Chen Zongxian should preside over it. Judging from the current investigation situation, the crimes committed by military officials are numerous and serious, so the Ministry of Punishment and Dali Temple should intervene, and now that there is a vacancy in Dali Temple, Jin Shangshu should preside over it."

"There are so many different opinions, and His Majesty has never expressed his inclination. Benfu thought, His Majesty must also be hesitating in his heart. I don't know what Ministry Cifu thinks, which department should take charge of this matter?"

Sometimes, asking questions is also an attitude.

It's no secret that Yu Shiyue and Yu Qian have a close personal relationship. Therefore, from Yu Shiyue's standpoint, he must hope that this matter will eventually fall into the hands of the Ministry of War.

In fact, this is indeed the most hopeful option, because if military officials are not allowed to participate, then the Ministry of War is obviously the most suitable.

But... looking through the memorials in front of her, Yu Shiyue couldn't help frowning, and looked up at Wang Ao with a bit of thoughtfulness in her eyes.

It seems that today, Mr. Shoufu is specially waiting for him to come.

During these days, it’s not that he hasn’t heard that someone recommends the Metropolitan Procuratorate and the Ministry of Punishment, but the memorials in his hands are still dominated by nobles and the Ministry of War. He originally thought that the former was just sporadic, but he didn’t expect that they were all recommended Wang Ao is on his side.

So, this is the benefit of the first assistant's right to share votes. If necessary, he can distribute certain special memorials to special people, or suppress them so that other cabinet ministers cannot get the news.

Wang Ao's question actually means that he does not support Yu Qian, so who does he think should host it?
The Metropolitan Procuratorate, or the Ministry of Punishment?

Why did he do this?
All of a sudden, Yu Shiyue had a lot of thoughts in his mind, pondering, he is still the Tao after all.

"The Metropolitan Procuratorate's job is to supervise, and its powers and responsibilities are independent. It should not participate in specific general affairs. It seems that this kind of rectification is not appropriate. After all, the person who presides over this matter should also be under supervision."

"As for the Ministry of Punishment, although there is now a lot of evidence showing that officials have committed many crimes, after all, it has not been verified. After all, the military government is involved in military affairs, and most of them are military officials. Therefore, it is most appropriate for the Ministry of War to preside over this matter."

"What do you think, Master Chief Assistant?"

After some words, his attitude was still firm. Seeing this situation, Wang Ao still had a smile on his face, but he was noncommittal about Yu Shiyue's reason, said.

"This matter is so important. How to make a decision is up to you and me. Whether it is the Ministry of War, the Metropolitan Procuratorate, or the Ministry of Punishment, His Majesty has to make a decision in person. Why don't you and I enter the palace together and take these memorabilia along with you? The matter is reported to His Majesty, how is it?"

(End of this chapter)