Why did the emperor rebel?

Chapter 868 Zhu, White Lotus, Great Prophet, Qi Yu

Insects buzzed outside the window, and the sky was oppressive and dull.

In the study, Yu Shiyue looked at Yu Qian with a complicated expression.

It should be said that the emperor's favor for Qian is not without reason.

To say a word of disrespect, if he is the Son of Heaven, facing a person like Qian who is so sincere and seeks the country but not his own life, I am afraid that he will inevitably want to be close to him.

The so-called monarch is bright, minister is virtuous, nothing more than that!

As a scholar-bureaucrat who studies the way of saints, Yu Shiyue naturally envies this kind of relationship between monarch and minister.

However, envy is envy, he is very clear that he can't do it.

What's more, Yu Cifu is not the kind of pure idealist who has been in the court for many years. He knows better that the court needs Yu Qian, but there can't be too many Yu Qian, otherwise, it is not a good thing.

Shaking off the bit of envy in my heart, Yu Shiyue said.

"No matter what, there is already an undercurrent in the court. Although there are many memorials in the past few days, the cabinet can still relax. But if this continues, there is no way."

"Although the capital is not under martial law now, it is almost the same. If this delay continues, these public opinions will probably spread from the court to the people. At that time, natural disasters will come, and man-made disasters will come. Loss."

The ideals of Junming, Chenxian, Haiqing, Heyan are beautiful, but people cannot live in their ideals.

Although the games and interest struggles between courts are clichéd, they exist objectively and are unavoidable.

"Brother Shi Chao is worried that someone will stir up public opinion and take the opportunity to attack His Majesty?"

Yu Qian spoke as directly as ever, frowned, and continued to ask.

"Why, did you hear any rumors in the cabinet?"

The cabinet holds the right to draft votes, and the news from the top and bottom of the court should be the most well-informed, so Yu Shiyue should be the most aware of any disturbances in the court.

"From the current point of view, there is no sign of a series connection. However, in the past few days, I have indeed found that in the memorials of many ministers, the words have faintly become fierce."

"and……"

Yu Shiyue paused for a while, a coldness flashed in his eyes, and said.

"In the matter of Ren's etiquette before, in order to protect the next Ren's family, didn't someone already use this method?"

"Breaking up public opinion, inciting the people, stirring up public opinion among the people, and then using the name of pleading for the people to seek their own self-interest, such methods are nothing more than taking advantage of His Majesty's benevolence and love for the people, and value the people's sentiments and opinions."

"Ting Yi, you are right. It is certainly a good thing that His Majesty has a pure heart, but we also need to be on guard. Some people use public opinion to coerce His Majesty, don't they?"

Although he didn't say it clearly, Yu Shiyue's words were actually almost nameless.

Following the Spring Hunting Ground, Zhu Yi officially stood in line to speak out for the Supreme Emperor, and the "stance" of Cheng Guogong's mansion also changed from dark to clear, and was completely assigned to the Supreme Emperor's faction.

All the signs since then, including the Taishanghuang's party fighting for the title of Zhu Yi, Zhu Yi's rescue of Nangong, and the efforts to protect Xia Ren's family, all prove the close relationship between Cheng Guogong's mansion and the Taishanghuang.

Above the imperial court, there will never be a lack of factions, especially in the situation where Zhu Yi's position is so clear, which naturally arouses the dissatisfaction of many ministers in the court.

You must know that although the relationship between the Tian family is very awkward now, overall, it still maintains a delicate balance.

The Son of Heaven presides over the government, the Supreme Emperor rests in Yangnan Palace, and the Crown Prince is out of the cabinet. Each secures his position and keeps his duty. Although there are constant struggles in the court, it is still generally stable.

However, as the government of Chengguo has clearly stated its position, it means that the Supreme Emperor is no longer content to just rest in the Nangong, but intends to influence the government through some ministers.

This is very repulsive to many ministers.

Of course, the Taishanghuang is the Taishanghuang after all, as long as there is no direct order to intervene in the government, the courtiers cannot forcibly remonstrate.

In fact, judging from the Taishanghuang's repeated insinuations and temptations over the past year, there is a high probability that his old man will not use such a method that easily causes a huge backlash.

In this way, things become troublesome.

The Duke of Cheng's mansion is a group of honorable military officials, and they are the top ones. On the one hand, Zhu Yi is now married to the British mansion and has a huge influence among the honored relatives. On the other hand, he is in charge of the young army of the Eastern Palace It is basically impossible to prevent him from participating in government affairs on the bright side.

So the result of this is that the ministers clearly know that the Supreme Emperor is exerting influence behind the scenes, but with Cheng Guogong's mansion and Zhu Yi leading a group of nobles, they can only treat it as an ordinary court battle.

Take the last time the Duke of Cheng's mansion was reinstated as an example, many ministers knew in their hearts that the nobles were not only looking at Zhu Yi's face before they were willing to make concessions to cooperate with the rectification of the army. Behind this, there must be The promotion of the Supreme Emperor and the running of the Supreme Emperor's party.

However, even if you know, the compromise that should be made is still to be done.

Just like what Yu Shiyue said just now, the struggle for the court is not a momentary affair. It is very cliché to weigh the pros and cons, but it is inevitable in the court.

And this time, it was obviously another challenge!
From the perspective of the Supreme Emperor, the weakening of the emperor's prestige means that he can exert more influence. Since the Supreme Emperor already has this kind of idea, he must be more prepared.

So in fact, this is Yu Shiyue's idea that the emperor is a little messing around. From the perspective of the court situation, it is the best way for the emperor to stay firmly in the ninth level and respond to all changes with the same.

Of course, Yu Qian was right.

Because doing so, in fact, is sacrificing the lives of the people in exchange for their own interests.

So destined, the emperor will not do this.

After a brief pause, Yu Shiyue continued.

"What's more, you have also seen that your Majesty does not believe in ghosts and gods. Although he attaches great importance to the prediction of Qin Tianjian, he made this move more out of precaution, but the people below do not understand the principles of saints after all. Even many ministers in the court still Believing in disasters and punishments from heaven is a failure of the Son of Heaven."

"If the earth dragon really turns around this time, I'm afraid that some people in the court will take advantage of it. This is what I'm really worried about..."

Yu Shiyue looked worried and frowning.

However, in the face of his worry, Yu Qian didn't react too much, just shook his head and said.

"Brother Shi Chao, that's too much to worry about. Just think about it. Could it be that His Majesty didn't prepare in advance, and when disaster really strikes, what you worry about won't come true?"

"It's just less time for series connection, what should come, naturally will come."

"Your Majesty's holy candlelight, although he has a heart for all people, he is more able to understand the situation of the court. It's just that His Majesty took the lead in putting the protection of the people first, but this does not mean that what I can think of, His Majesty will not think of."

As he spoke, a stern look flashed in Yu Qian's eyes, and said.

"Do these people really think that His Majesty only has the heart of a Bodhisattva and doesn't have the means of thunder?"

Yu Shiyue was taken aback for a moment, then nodded hesitantly after a while.

That's right, in the past, the Son of Heaven has always treated these ministers with gentleness and kindness, so much so that he almost forgot how powerful the Son of Heaven was outside the Zuo Shun Gate when he was not enthroned. , then intimidated the officials and coerced all officials.

However, seeing Yu Qian's expression, Yu Shiyue seemed to think of something again, hesitated for a moment, and asked again.

"Speaking of which, Ting Yi, you are going to go out of Beijing this time, I am afraid that there will be troubles, and His Majesty has granted you the right to take advantage of this time, you..."

"If your Majesty's words are true, then the imperial court will have to go through a difficult time. If so, then there is only one way for Yu to go out of Beijing!"

Yu Qian nodded, with a serious face, and said.

"Jin Shangshu is still at the border and has not returned. If there is no accident, His Majesty's will should be clearer to him than to me."

So, Yu Shiyue suddenly remembered that when this Jin Shangshu left Beijing, he seemed to be carrying a pair of Wang Ming flag...

So, did the emperor have plans long ago?
Yu Shiyue frowned, countless thoughts ran through her mind for a moment, and she even felt dizzy unconsciously.

There was a flurry of frightened birds fluttering in his ears, followed by a deafening rumbling sound, which brought Yu Shiyue back to his senses in an instant.

This is not an illusion, the earth is really moving!

He raised his head and exchanged glances with Yu Qian, a look of astonishment flashed in their eyes at the same time... Dilong turned over!

"go!"

As soon as Yu Qian said it, the two of them didn't even have time to put on their shoes, and amidst the tremors of the ground, they walked quickly towards the courtyard outside the door.

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It was obviously night, but a white rainbow flashed strangely in the sky, from south to north, as if it wanted to tear the sky.

Countless frightened birds hovered over the capital city, rendering the quiet night extremely noisy.

The originally stable land seemed to be a toy in the hands of a child at this moment, being thrown around. The livestock and horses in the capital were extremely restless, trying to rush out one by one.

Some of the people had fallen asleep and were awakened by the violent shaking, and some were still asleep, but faced with such a dangerous situation, they could only shiver and hide in the yard under the bed, waiting for the end of the earthquake.

There were patrolling officers and soldiers everywhere on the street. Although they had been prepared for a long time, when the earthquake really happened, everyone panicked for a while.

Especially many people, even though they have been reminded that they should stay at home safely and not run around, they still ran to the street in a panic.

Fortunately, under the repeated emphasis of the Ministry of War, Shuntian Mansion and Wucheng Bingmasi, all patrolling officers and soldiers did not ride horses, which prevented the horses from getting out of control and colliding with the people.

However, even so, the entire capital was still in a state of panic.

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In Nangong, Zhu Qizhen was lying on the couch, tossing and turning, unable to sleep. He had naturally seen the actions of the court in recent days, but of course he sneered at Zhu Qiyu's violent actions.

Because of mere prophecies, it is ridiculous to toss the court up and down without peace.

He even thought that in two days, Zhu Yi will find some censors to add trouble to Zhu Qiyu. Even if there is no real threat, it is always comforting to see this proud brother suffer.

However, for some reason, since this afternoon, he always felt a little uneasy in his heart.

Empress Qian who was beside her seemed to have sensed his irritability, and said.

"Your Majesty, what is bothering you?"

"It's okay, go to sleep..."

Empress Qian was already sleepy, but Zhu Qizhen knew that he woke her up, so he patted her hand lightly, turned over, and was about to hug Empress Qian to sleep, but suddenly felt the bed shake.

"Your Majesty, the earth dragon has turned over!"

Almost as soon as the sound from outside came in, Zhu Qizhen immediately reacted, and before he had time to think about it, he pulled Empress Qian, put on two robes casually, and ran outside immediately.

Outside the sleeping hall, many people had already surrounded, and in the Nangong, there were wailing sounds everywhere, and the whole palace seemed to be trembling.

The rainbow broke through the moon, Zhu Qizhen stopped in the wide area of ​​the courtyard with Qian in his arms, surrounded by countless eunuchs and maids, their faces were full of panic...

This kind of scene not only happened in Nangong, but also happened everywhere in the capital.

In contrast, it is the tranquility in Miyagi.

In Qianqing Palace, the lights were brightly lit. Zhu Qiyu stood on the porch with his hands behind his back, looking at the white rainbow in the sky. Behind him, Wynn led a group of court ladies and servants, standing respectfully, forming a picture of silence.

Completely different from the panic everywhere, the white rainbow penetrating the moon just now, shaking the earth and shaking the mountains, did not have any impact on this picture scroll.

The duration of the earthquake was actually very short, but the sense of oppression brought about by the mighty power of the heavens and the earth was incomparably huge.

However, just now, Wynn just watched, the emperor stood under the corridor, facing such a scene of shaking mountains, his feet were firmly planted on the ground, and even his figure did not waver at all.

It seems that such a majesty of heaven and earth is not worth mentioning in the eyes of the emperor.

Even if he knew that the emperor had expected the earthquake, there was still a strong awe in Wynn's eyes.

You know, he also learned the news in advance, but at that moment just now, he still had an irresistible urge to run away.

Like him, there are also a group of maids behind him. Even now, the earthquake has stopped, Wynn's legs are still weak for a while, and they only rely on a willpower to support them.

But the Son of Heaven is different. Wynn can see that the Son of Heaven is really calm and doesn't take this terrifying power of heaven and earth into his eyes at all.

Unlike all the foreign ministers, Wynn served the emperor by his side, and he knew much more. For example, it was not the Qin Tianjian who warned the emperor at all, but the emperor summoned the Qin Tianjian to inquire, and consulted ancient books After finding a lot of clues, I announced it to the ministers.

For another example, the emperor seems to have expected that something will happen tonight, so he personally arranged the palace defense in advance,
Looking at the Forbidden Army team in the distance, after a short period of panic, they quickly gathered around Miyagi and resumed normal inspection order. At the same time, countless torches and lights were lit around Miyagi, as bright as day.

Seeing this situation, Wynn's eyes couldn't help flashing a trace of awe.

If there is no accident, at this time, Eunuch Shu Liang and Jin Yiwei should have already started to move...

Looking at the calm figure in front of him as usual, at this moment, Wynn is very sure that the emperor is definitely not making a fuss over a molehill. He is a real saint who has the ability to predict earthquakes!
Sure enough, after about a stick of incense, there was a sound of hurried footsteps behind him, and Shu Liang's figure appeared in the corridor...

(End of this chapter)