Why did the emperor rebel?

Chapter 674 Zhu·Da Huyou·Yi

In the flower hall of the British government, Zhang Min frowned and looked at Zhu Yi, feeling somewhat dissatisfied in his heart.

From his point of view, Zhu Yi was somewhat ignorant of the overall situation.

From Zhang Min's point of view, he really wanted to take back the power from Ren Li, and for this, he even did not hesitate to harm the interests of the Supreme Emperor's party.

However, there is always a limit to everything!
Ren Li can give up, because there are still two government houses that can take over, but if the reputation of the Supreme Emperor is jeopardized by this, it will exceed the price Zhang Nian can accept.

Now, the matter of Ren Li has obviously involved the Supreme Emperor. Zhang Xiang believes that if the matter is really found out in the end, the emperor will never let go of this opportunity to attack the Supreme Emperor's prestige.

Even, maybe Donggong's departure from the pavilion would be affected by it.

Relatively speaking, although it is uncomfortable to clean up Ren Li's hands while pinching his nose, as long as it can be cleaned up, the most is to return to the state before the court meeting.

Although in this way, their planning for this period of time may be in vain, but it is much better than involving the Supreme Emperor.

Therefore, Zhang Xiang naturally felt a little dissatisfied with Zhu Yi's insistence on bringing down Ren Li.

There was no one else at the moment, and Zhang Yu didn't hide his emotions, so Zhu Yi could see it naturally, so he sighed softly and asked.

"Does the second master think that the little nephew only cares about Cheng Guogong's mansion and wants to target Renhou, but loses the overall situation?"

Zhang Min was silent, but his attitude said everything.

Seeing this situation, Zhu Yi smiled wryly and shook her head, saying.

"If this is the case, the second master really worried too much. During this court discussion, the emperor spoke so harshly in front of all civil and military officials. If at the end, Ren Hou can retreat completely, what will the emperor's face be? ?”

While talking, Zhu Yi looked at Zhang Min meaningfully, and said.

"You know, the courtiers certainly don't want to spread the disharmony of the Tian family, but compared with the prestige of the emperor, is it worth considering in the hearts of the courtiers?"

As soon as these words came out, Zhang Min frowned, and couldn't help thinking seriously.

Still the same sentence, above the court, in many cases, it is not only about right and wrong, but more importantly, about the 'big picture'.

For the courtiers, the harmony of the family, the stability of the government, the sageness of the emperor, and the obedience of all people are the images that the court needs to show to all people in the world.

However, the core of the authority of the imperial court is based on the supremacy of the emperor and the determination of the emperor.

In the final analysis, the reason why the courtiers tried every means to balance the relationship between Nangong and the emperor was not for the sake of the emperor, but to maintain the image of the emperor.

This point is not reflected in normal times, but once the two conflict, the courtiers will not even have to think about how to choose.

Just like what Zhu Yi said, the son of heaven has a golden mouth, and the words follow the law. At the court meeting, the emperor said with certainty that Ren Li was guilty. If in the end, Ren Li is 'innocent', then it means that the emperor is guilty wrong.

But the Son of Heaven cannot and will not make mistakes!
Therefore, when the Supreme Emperor lost the battle, it was because Wang Zhen was arbitrarily powerful, because his ministers were cowardly, and because Zhu Yong was delaying the battle, but it was not because the Supreme Emperor acted recklessly.

In the same way, since the Son of Heaven said that Ren Li was guilty, then he must be guilty.

This is no longer a question of the truth, but a question of the authority of the emperor, so in fact, at this point, it is no longer realistic to let Ren Li get out of the way.

Seeing that Zhang Min must have figured out the reason behind this, Zhu Yifang continued.

"So, the second master should understand that I have no reason to put Renhou to death. At this point, even if nothing is found out in the end, the assassination of Yu Qian is not confirmed, but Renhou alone The case involving the occupation of military settlements is enough for him to lose his title and lose his position."

"Don't forget, this time it's not only the Son of Heaven who wants to take action against Marquis Ren, but more importantly, he wants to rectify the group of people in the army. They failed to use the Yang family to frighten the government and the public, so Ren Li became the best candidate. "

"Even if it's just to carry out the big policy of rectifying the army, it is absolutely impossible for Marquis Ren to retreat completely. The best result is to be exiled from Beijing. Under such circumstances, why should I let him die?"

What Zhu Yi wanted, or what the Duke of Cheng and the British government wanted was not actually Ren Li's life. What they wanted was to take the power back into their own hands.

Ren Li was a puppet that Zhang Fu had to support when he was sent to Wala as a last resort, but now that this puppet wants to get rid of the thread behind him, the person who holds the thread can only replace it with a new puppet.

This is the simplest truth.

In the current situation, it is obviously impossible for Ren Li to retreat completely. From this perspective, Zhu Yi's goal has actually been achieved.

As he said, he didn't care whether Ren Li died or not.

This reasoning is not difficult to understand, Zhang Yu was blind just now, when Zhu Yi said it, he immediately reacted.

However, after he understood it, the doubts in his heart not only did not dissipate, but became more intense.

"Since you didn't think about taking Ren Li's life, then you just..."

Zhang Min didn't continue talking, because when he looked up, he saw Zhu Yi shook his head at him and said.

"Second Master is wrong, I want his life!"

Now, Zhang Min was completely confused, he frowned, stared at Zhu Yi's face, as if he wanted to see a flower in his face, hesitated for a moment, and asked.

"Little Lord, what on earth do you mean? With the current situation, I don't have the heart to play charades with you."

These words obviously have a bit of irritability.

Again, Zhang Fu was not a person with a particularly bright mind, otherwise, it would not have been the turn of his younger brother Zhang Fu to be the head of the Zhang family.

It's just that now that Zhang Fu died, the little British princess hadn't grown up yet, so Zhang Fu had no choice but to bite the bullet and stand on top.

However, with his character and ability, he can handle some ordinary situations. However, when he is involved in such a complex and changeable court battle, not to mention being led by the nose, at least it is difficult to keep calm all the time.

Just like now, he was able to barely cooperate with Zhu Yi without any communication, which is already regarded as Zhang Erye's super-level performance.

Now, Zhu Yi said that he didn't need to let Ren Li die, but turned around and said that he wanted Ren Li's life, which not only made Zhang Wei's mind unable to turn around, but also made him feel agitated.

However, facing this situation, Zhu Yi still sat firmly on the spot, and even took a sip from the teacup in her hand in the mood.

It was only now that he finally discovered why the emperor would rather take the risk that the Supreme Emperor might be taken back early than to send Zhang Fu out of the capital.

Because if you don't do this, the British government has Zhang Fu sitting in charge, and it will be too difficult to do anything under his nose.

Just like now, if Zhang Fu is on the opposite side, it is impossible for him to take the initiative in the dialogue.

But now it's Zhang Min...

Putting the tea cup in her hand on the table case, the slight sound of the precious white porcelain colliding against the sandalwood case was particularly harsh in the silence, Zhu Yi said with a smile on her face.

"Second master, don't worry, what I just said is true. At this point, I really don't have any need. I must be killed by Ren Hou, but just now, I changed my mind. Ren Li, he must die! "

"As for the reason, it is precisely what Second Master just said, the letter from Ren Li!"

As she spoke, Zhu Yi's expression turned cold, and she said a few words lightly.

"Ren Li, this is looking for death!"

Zhang Xiang didn't speak, but seeing Zhu Yi's expression, he calmed down inexplicably. For some reason, he had a strange feeling at this moment.

The young man in front of him actually looked a bit like his third brother when he was young, so after pondering for a moment, Zhang Min asked.

"Why do you say that?"

Zhu Yi sighed and asked back.

"Second Lord, haven't you ever thought that if what Ren Li said is true and Yang Neng's letter from Chen really mentioned that incident back then, then at this moment, the staff of Jinyiwei and Dongchang would have already We have already arrived in Gansu and Ningxia."

"So, the second master sent people over at this time, not only can't destroy the traces, but I'm afraid he will use his own hands to get in. More importantly, we can't be faster than the emperor, so the end of this matter, in fact, has long been It's doomed."

These words were like a basin of cold water poured on Zhang Min's head, making him feel cold all over.

For a long time, his voice was a little hoarse, said.

"Then now, over there in Ningxia..."

Zhu Yi looked at Zhang Min with a somewhat complicated expression, and sighed again, saying.

"I'm just guessing, but the worst outcome is that the person sent by the second master ran into Jin Yiwei's hands. In this way, I'm afraid that this matter will involve not only Ren Li, but even, It's not just Nangong..."

As soon as these words came out, Zhu Yi saw that Zhang Min's face became ugly to the naked eye.

Zhu Yi was startled, could it be that what he said really hit the mark?
If the conversation with Jiao Jing and the others today was a rhetoric that had been deduced a long time ago, then what Zhu Yi said today can be said to be a real quick wit.

However, it seems, maybe, probably, that a blind cat ran into a dead mouse?

With flashing eyes, Zhu Yi asked tentatively.

"Second Master, could it be that you already..."

The question was not finished, but both sides understood the meaning, Zhang Min had a serious face, and after a while, Fang said in a muffled voice.

"This matter has a lot to do with it, and the imperial court doesn't know when it will start a thorough investigation. Therefore, as soon as I heard the news, Concubine Jiao and I sent people to work hard overnight. If there is no accident, it is already almost Arrived in Ningxia."

"Second Master, you are confused!"

Hearing this, Zhu Yi secretly rejoiced, but there was a look of shock and anger on his face, and he suddenly got up from the chair. It seemed that he was unable to speak for a while because of shortness of breath. After a while, he said .

"This matter is indeed urgent, but, no matter what, the second master should discuss it with me. How could he be so reckless?"

"Here, Concubine Jiao said..."

Perhaps because he was intimidated by Zhu Yi's aura, or perhaps because he had lost his mind, Zhang Min subconsciously answered.

It was only halfway through the conversation that I felt it was inappropriate, so I had to switch to the other side unnaturally.

"The matter has come to this point, and I am afraid it will be too late if I want to get the man back, but don't worry, my young master, the ones I sent are all the most loyal family members, even if they are captured, they will not say anything. of."

However, Zhang Min's behavior fell into Zhu Yi's eyes, how could he not understand what happened, so he immediately sneered and said.

"Since that's the case, then I would like to ask Second Master, why didn't Concubine Jiao send someone there himself, but asked the British government to come forward instead?"

"This……"

Just as Zhang Min was about to answer, Zhu Yi interrupted him directly.

"Did the son-in-law tell the second master that the British government has more connections in the frontier army, and it is convenient for him to handle affairs. As a captain-in-law, he may still be able to do it in Beijing, but when he leaves the capital, he still has to rely on the British government."

Although it was true that these words were spoken by Zhu Yi, it somehow became a little harsh to hear. Zhang Ning hesitated for a moment, and remained silent.

Zhu Yi seemed to be so angry that she didn't know what to say. She walked back and forth in the flower hall twice before she managed to suppress the anger in her heart, and turned around.

"Second Master, you have to understand that now you and my family are connected with each other and have the same interests. Therefore, in many things, only you and my family can trust each other."

"I believe Concubine Jiao has no evil intentions. Perhaps it is more convenient for the British government to handle affairs after leaving the capital, but what if something unexpected happens?"

"Jin Yiwei's methods, I believe the second master knows better than me, even if the people sent by the second master don't say anything, will they really not be able to find out the head of the British government?"

These words were actually a little too much, logically speaking, as a junior, it was disrespectful for Zhu Yi to say such things to Zhang Min.

However, now that Zhang Xiang was wronged by himself, he naturally couldn't put on airs, so he could only lower his head and remain silent.

It was not until a moment later that Zhu Yi sat down on the chair again, and it seemed that she finally calmed down.

At this time, Zhang Min slowly raised his head and said.

"My lord, this is the end of the matter, I have to look forward. I believe that since my lord can see this matter so thoroughly, there must be a way to deal with it, right?"

Zhu Yi glanced at Zhang Min, let out a long breath, her expression became serious, and said.

"Second Master, now that things have happened, I won't hide some words anymore."

"Of course I have a way, but I'm afraid some people are not willing to do it."

This certain person obviously does not refer to Zhang Wei, so it is self-evident who he refers to.

However, Zhang Xiang didn't interrupt Zhu Yi, but just listened quietly.

"Actually, this method is almost the same as what I just said. It boils down to a few words..."

In the flower hall, the atmosphere was suddenly a little strange, Zhu Yi's voice stopped slightly, and Zhang Min's expression became cloudy and uncertain.

Obviously, he had guessed something.

Zhang Min raised his head and looked straight at Zhu Yi, his eyes were dim and difficult to understand.

On the other side, Zhu Yi's face was gloomy, and she gently pressed her hand on the teacup on the table.

At the same time, he also raised his head to look at Zhang Yu, met Zhang Yu's gaze without avoiding it, and uttered a few words lightly.

"Please Renhou, die immediately!"

(End of this chapter)