Why did the emperor rebel?

Chapter 1109 Dongyi Hammer
After all, in the current cabinet, there is only superficial harmony.

Yu Shiyue's two sentences were both positive and negative, with a bit of yin and yang meaning.

However, what he said was also the truth, the court didn't say anything else, but at least everyone was familiar with the fight with each other.

That day in front of the imperial court, Wang Aoming pretended that he was suppressing Yu Qian by suppressing the Ministry of War. He had already done everything, and he wanted to prove his innocence just by relying on a few words of red lips and white teeth, which was too naive.

In contrast, Yu Shiyue was more concerned about what Wang Ao's purpose in keeping them here today was to explain.

In a sense, what Wang Ao did was actually catering to the emperor. Now it seems that after Yu Qian was imprisoned, the matter of the military mansion was naturally handed over to Xungui to take charge of it.

If it weren't for the emperor's fear of the Ministry of War, based on the position of Zhang Yu and others, I'm afraid it would not be so easy to get this job.

As for the subsequent transfer of Xiang Wenyao from the Ministry of War, it was a clear signal that even though Yu Qian was released from prison, he lost his position as Minister of the Ministry of War and was transferred to Yushi of Youdu.

Just now, Yu Shiyue had too many thoughts and didn't have time to think about it, but calm down and think about it, the post of Yushi of Youdu is bound to leave Beijing. In other words, this is essentially the emperor's attempt to reduce Yu Qian's influence on the Ministry of War.

Of course, the same sentence, the matter has come to this point, there is definitely no hope to restore it, so Yu Shiyue quickly came to his senses, the situation he is now facing is, Yu Qian is gone, and the Minister of the Ministry of War, who should take over?

If there is no accident, this should be the reason why Wang Ao kept them here.

Since this period of time, because of the faint conflict in front of the imperial court last time, the relationship between the chief assistant and him has always been neither salty nor warm, but this time he is suddenly so enthusiastic. If there is no other purpose, Yu Shiyue absolutely does not believe it.

What's more, Wang Ao had already expressed this idea when he was in front of the imperial court last time, so it's not surprising that he used the trick again to ease the relationship this time.

However, what Yu Shiyue didn't understand was why he wanted Zhang Min to stay.

Looking at Elder Zhang Ge who was drinking tea silently from a teacup, Yu Shiyue was full of doubts.

You must know that Zhang Min has nothing to do with this matter. He is usually low-key and humble in the cabinet, and more importantly, this old Zhang Ge has been on good terms with Yu Shiyue since he entered the cabinet. One group of people, in terms of relationship, it is true that he and Zhang Min are closer.

If Wang Ao wanted to use Zhang Min to ease their relationship, then I'm afraid he made a wrong calculation...

In the final analysis, Wang Ao is also the chief assistant. Yu Shiyue is in the cabinet, and even with the blessing of Zhan Shi of the Prince's House, he is only the second assistant after all. Speaking in such a tone, and there is Zhang Min watching beside him, it really makes people feel uncomfortable. Wang Ao couldn't hold back his face, and his face turned slightly cold, said.

"That's good. Since you are upright, it's right and wrong. I believe that the government and the public will have a fair opinion. What Master Cifu said is right."

The tone of these words was a bit inexplicable, which made Yu Shiyue a little confused for a moment what it meant, but when the words came to this point, he would not be weak, and said lightly, pressing his hand on the teacup next to him.

"That's right, the ruling and opposition parties have their own opinions, but I don't know if I need to tell Yu Shaobao what Mr. Shoufu said just now?"

It is said to be a relay, but in fact, the cabinet is the place with the most information. What Wang Ao said just now, is not useful for him to relay. Several of the cabinet elders are there, and there are several people from Zhongshushe next to them. Waiting, presumably soon, the news will spread.

Therefore, Wang Ao's move is to use this method to release his goodwill towards Qian, so as to pave the way for him to seek the Minister of War?

Yu Shiyue thought so, but to his surprise, Wang Ao just smiled and said.

"It's just chatting, Yu Cifu doesn't need to take it to heart, I believe Yu Shaobao is not a person who cares about everything."

While talking, he actually gave up on continuing to dwell on this topic, and changed his mind.

"By the way, in a few days, it will be the day when the court recommends the cabinet ministers. I don't know, who do you think can be elected?"

This sudden change of topic made Yu Shiyue a little confused.

However, Wang Ao didn't bother Yu Qian anymore, so he couldn't say more, as for the court officials...

"Your Excellency Shoufu is joking. Who is selected is a matter of public discussion by the court and the decision of the Sacred Heart. Is it up to you and me?"

Above the court, everyone knows how to practice Tai Chi, especially in such semi-public occasions, Yu Shiyue is naturally more cautious.

The matter of Yu Qian, in fact, also gave him a vigilance. As a minister, sometimes he must know how to restrain himself.

He is now the second assistant of the cabinet and Zhan Shi of the Prince's House. Although he has not entered the ranks of Qiqing, he is not far behind.

So at this time, what he should do is to do things in a low-key manner, such as adding cabinet ministers. He not only has to avoid suspicion, let alone who he is optimistic about, but even if someone who has a good relationship with him is elected, he Instead, keep your distance.

"That's natural. However, we have to participate in the court meeting. If there is no one who feels right in our hearts, we can't abstain, right?"

Wang Ao did not give up, but smiled and said.

However, just when Yu Shiyue thought he would continue to ask questions, Wang Ao's eyes suddenly turned to Zhang Min who was at the side and asked.

"Where is Mr. Zhang Ge, do you think there is a suitable candidate?"

Unlike Yu Shiyue, the sub-assistant, Zhang Min's status in the cabinet is not high, and his contacts in the court are not too wide.

Therefore, facing Wang Ao's question, he naturally couldn't be as perfunctory as Yu Shiyue, but, after all, it was such a sensitive matter of cabinet candidates, and if he really wanted to say it, Zhang Min would not want to offend this person.

However, Mr. Zhang Ge was able to stay in the cabinet for such a long time, and sent away Gao Gu, Jiang Yuan, Zhu Jian, etc., so he naturally has his way of standing.

After pondering for a while, he said.

"Recently, there have been a lot of discussions about this matter in the court. Among the memorials I drafted, many of them were recommended to His Majesty. Judging from these memorials, many ministers in the court have a good attitude towards the Hanlin scholar Yiming. The reviews are quite good, besides that, there are many people who are optimistic about Lord Luo Qi, Minister of Honglu Temple, and Lord He Wenyuan, Minister of the Ministry of Officials."

As soon as these words came out, we could see the cleverness of Mr. Zhang Ge.

He did not avoid Wang Ao's question like Yu Shiyue, but gave a positive answer, but this answer was almost no.

Yiming, Luo Qi, and He Wenyuan, these three people were considered by the court to be the most promising candidates for the cabinet recently. Speaking of them, it would not make people feel that Zhang Min was recommending him.

Moreover, in addition to this, this old Zhang Ge deliberately made a detour, pointing out that this is not what he meant, but judging from the number of memorials proposed by the ticket, which can be regarded as completely eliminating the factors that may be criticized , were snuffed out in the cradle.

Not only does he not offend others, but he cleverly lets himself get rid of the risk, which shows his political wisdom. When he said this, he blocked Wang Ao's words. It would be too much to say that Wang Ao would continue to be stubborn up.

Of course, Wang Ao obviously didn't intend to embarrass Zhang Min, after listening to his words, he said.

"Indeed, these days, many of the memorandums I drafted in my hand recommended these people. However, in my opinion, although these adults have their own outstanding features, they are not suitable for serving in the cabinet. thing."

As soon as these words came out, both Yu Shiyue and Zhang Min present were surprised.

They didn't expect that Wang Ao's words were so direct, and what they didn't expect was that he, the chief minister of the cabinet, actually wanted to interfere in the selection of cabinet ministers.

To be honest, in the cabinet, it is impossible for them not to pay attention to who will eventually enter the cabinet, because this directly involves the power structure after the cabinet.

However, this kind of concern cannot be put on the bright side. The reason why the cabinet is a group auxiliary system, rather than a governance model of subordinates like ordinary yamen, is that the right to vote is too important .

Although it is said that it cannot directly decide any affairs, nor can it systematically restrict the imperial power like a prime minister, but after all, it has a great influence on the direction of many court affairs.

Therefore, in the cabinet, it is necessary to check and balance each other. To put it bluntly, the cabinet ministers cannot be harmonious, but must fight each other. Only in this way can the emperor be guaranteed to hear the most honest suggestions.

Of course, the nature of the virtual power itself has already been determined. No matter who enters the cabinet, they will fight with each other. After all, there is no distinction between the top and bottom of the cabinet. Therefore, it is the Sacred Heart that decides the status. , it is easy to occupy a greater voice in the cabinet.

However, this is an institutional restraint. In terms of personnel, there must be such considerations. Because of this, cabinet ministers like them must be very cautious in expressing their opinions on the selection of cabinet ministers. , then, it will be self-defeating, so that candidates who were originally expected to join the cabinet will be screened out.

Of course, this is not absolute. If it is said that a certain cabinet minister is really trusted by the Holy One, then it is not impossible for his suggestion to play a positive or even decisive role.

However, today's cabinet obviously cannot meet this standard in front of the current emperor, and the government will push more and will be affected by the public opinion of the court. Keeping silent is the best way. Even if you want to boost someone to the top, working hard in secret is more useful than speaking out directly.

From this point of view, Wang Ao just denied the actions of Yi Ming and the others. Apart from offending others, there is no other benefit, but he doesn't know why the chief assistant lord did this...

However, the conversation has come to this point, if they don't continue, it will seem that they are not interested, Yu Shiyue pondered for a while, and then said.

"Master Shoufu said so, it seems that he thinks there is a more suitable person?"

At the same time, Zhang Min raised his head and looked at Wang Ao opposite.

And the chief assistant, facing the gaze of the two, did not evade, but said.

"There are no outsiders here, and we are all people with some seniority in the cabinet, and we know a lot about the affairs of the cabinet, so I will not hide my words."

"According to my opinion, the cabinet has the responsibility of reconciling internal and external affairs and drafting proposals for the monarch. Because of this, people who enter the cabinet must not only have outstanding virtues and quick thinking, but more importantly, they must be able to understand the difficulties of local government affairs. Those who can understand the difficulties of the six regions and understand His Majesty's intentions are the only ones who are qualified."

"Although the several adults mentioned by Mr. Zhang Ge just now have their own advantages, after all, they have been in the place for too short a time. Only Mr. He has rich experience in general affairs. However, the last time I entered the palace, I overheard His Majesty mentioning that, It has been raining all over the place recently, and there may be floods, Mr. He has rich experience in flood control, if there is a disaster, it is more appropriate to go to the disaster relief."

"Therefore, from my point of view, among the list of candidates recommended by the court, Xuanxuan, Nianfu, Xiao Xun and several other adults are more suitable."

As soon as these words came out, Yu Shiyue and Zhang Min were even more unexpected.

And more importantly, these words revealed a key message, that is, the emperor had discussed with Wang Ao in private about candidates for the cabinet.

Focus, privately!

If Wang Ao hadn't said it himself, who would know that He Wenyuan, who is one of the most popular candidates in the court, is not actually where the Sacred Heart is?

So, did he say these words by himself, or was he secretly revealing the meaning of the emperor to the court?
Thinking about it further, what Wang Ao just said, the criteria for selecting cabinet ministers, is it his meaning, or the emperor's criteria?
In contrast, the candidates Wang Ao mentioned at the end are secondary. Of course, this is only in relative terms.

Some ministers in the court may not know Xuanxuan, Nianfu, and Xiao Yu, but Yu Shiyue does.

Especially this Xuanxuan, who was born in Ke Dao, is famous for being honest and upright. Many ministers in the court have been impeached by him. He has a high self-esteem and is usually very frugal, but his frugality is actually more for gaining a good reputation. One of the obvious manifestations is that he likes to drink, and he likes to go crazy when drunk...

The reason why Yu Shiyue knew so clearly was that he also had political differences with Xuan Min at that time. When he was in Zhejiang Province to participate in politics, he wanted to reopen the silver field for silver mining. Turned yellow.

Speaking of it, this can be regarded as a big festival. Today's Xuanxiang is the right deputy capital censor of the Metropolitan Procuratorate, and the governor of Nanjing Grain Storage.

As for the remaining two people, Nian Fu is now the governor of Henan, the right servant of the Ministry of Officials. What Yu Shiyue impressed most about him was that he used to work with Yu Qian. With concerted efforts, a catastrophe at that time was healed.

The last one, Xiao Xun, the No. [-] scholar in the second year of Xuande, has a good reputation. He is dignified and honest. Ding You came home a few years ago, but he was rehabilitated last year and served as Huguang Zuobu Political Envoy.

These three people have different personalities, backgrounds, and connections. Moreover, they have never had a deep relationship with Wang Ao. Except for the young and rich, the remaining two people have never even met Wang Ao face to face. , Moreover, they are not in the capital now, so although they are on the candidate list this time, the DPRK and China generally feel that their hopes are not great.

But since this is the case, why did Wang Ao bring out these three people?
(End of this chapter)