Why did the emperor rebel?

Chapter 955
Above the court, no matter how tense the moment, there will always be a group of spectators.

Following Shen Jing's categorical words, all the civil and military officials present immediately focused their attention on Lin Cong.

It has to be said that this trick was extremely ingenious, and it really deserved to be brought out by Wang Tianguan.

It should be said that Shen Jing's evaluation of Lin Cong and Ye Sheng just now was indeed a little too much, and it even touched the level of personal attacks.

It would be fine if Wang Wen did this, but Shen Jing obviously didn't have the weight, so in this case, Shen Jing was actually facing a disadvantageous situation.

If Lin Cong really resigned, then even Shen Jing's future career would inevitably become extremely bumpy.

However, the so-called soft people are afraid of hard people, hard people are afraid of hard things, hard people are afraid of dumb people, and dumb people are afraid of death.

There are very few weak people in this court, and not many are stunned.

People like Lin Cong and Ye Sheng are the ones who are so stubborn. Just now, they behaved like a stunned head when they scolded each other.

But now, Mr. Shen has upgraded his means, and he has become that desperate person, but it is difficult to deal with.

When Lin Cong threatened to resign, Shen Jing shouted to kowtow to make amends, although everyone knew that such a situation would not really happen in the end.

However, if Lin Cong dared to admit it openly, then Shen Jing would not be able to hold his head up at all in the court from now on.

This kind of courage is not something ordinary people have.

Of course, the effect was also obvious, and Lin Cong was cornered immediately.

It should be said that Shen Jing's words seemed ordinary, but in fact the question was extremely tricky.

The former statement that they have a clear conscience is aimed at the reputation and morality of Lin Cong and Ye Sheng, and the latter statement that there is no connection is an irrefutable evidence.

The former Lin Cong could speak out against his conscience, but the latter was far beyond his control.

To put it bluntly, for this court meeting, in order to 'persuade' the emperor, these officials did make preparations in advance.

Of course, it will definitely not reach the point of forming a party. At most, they will discuss with each other on how to cooperate in the court.

But it would be a bit self-deceiving to say that there is no connection.

This was not something difficult to talk about, but when it got to such an extent, Lin Cong was in a dilemma.

If he admits it, he will lose all his face, and it is very likely that Shen Jing will further slander him for forming a clique for personal gain.

Don't doubt, Shen Jing can definitely do this kind of thing.

The falsehood seems true, and the traitorous loyalty has been said, and then poured out the dirty water of forming a party for selfishness and engulfing the court, there is no pressure at all.

However, if you don't admit it, it's not easy to hide the news in this capital, whether it's big or small.

Even if you don't talk about Dongchang, which is now expanding its power day by day, just talking about the speech officials who have gotten along with him, there are not a few of them.

A secret, if more people know it, it is no longer a secret.

After all, Lin Cong had been in the officialdom for so many years, and he knew why it was necessary to be on guard against others.

If he dared to say that in the court today, then Baobuqi someone would pass the news to the emperor's ears tomorrow.

More importantly, whether they are willing or not, but after all, the seal of the Ministry of Rites will be sent to them in a few days.

At that time, some people will pass it up secretly, but Lin Cong can't even find him.

Therefore, this is definitely not to be said.

However, now that everyone is staring at him, the atmosphere has reached this point, and his official hat has already been taken off by himself. Is it possible that he wants to do it?
All of a sudden, Lin Cong was in trouble.

Seeing this situation, Shen Jing sneered at the side, and was about to continue to provoke each other, but Ye Sheng who was at the side said.

"Your Majesty clearly understands that the political affairs of the imperial court are discussed by all the ministers. Whether it is the border military affairs involved this time, or the crimes of Zhang Ying and Li Xi, it is not a secret. For the past few days, the government and the opposition have been discussing and expressing their opinions. This is a normal matter. "

"If you listen to both, you will be clear, and if you listen to one side, you will be dark. Monarchs and ministers are the same. Scientists and censors have the responsibility of admonishing and arguing. You should be cautious and careful. Only after careful consideration can you dare to speak before the imperial court."

"Therefore, I don't know what Lord Shen's intention is. In front of His Majesty and all civil and military officials, what's the point of forcefully asking Lord Lin whether he has discussed with other speech officials?"

"Could it be that Mr. Shen thinks that all the ministers in the court should close their eyes and listen, and only rely on their own opinions to make false statements about the affairs of the court?"

What he said was straightforward, but in fact, he was already making a rescue in disguise.

Above the court, after all, one still has to reason.

What Shen Jing said was harsh, but it was indeed unrealistic. Just like what Ye Sheng said, these things are not confidential. Therefore, the government and the opposition have been talking about it for a long time, and Lin Cong and others are not the only ones exchanging opinions in private.

Of course, Lin Cong couldn't say this himself, because it seemed a little sophistry to him, and Ye Sheng's persuasion would be stronger only if he spoke.

One is because the person Shen Jing is targeting is not Ye Sheng, and the other is because Ye Sheng's reputation in the court scholars is better.What he said was even more convincing.

However, no matter how confidently he said this, it actually meant a bit of softness.

Shen Jing sneered and said immediately.

"So, what Master Ye means is that Master Lin dare not make this guarantee?"

"Since that's the case, just now, Mr. Lin, with a red mouth and white teeth, kept saying that Shen was slandering him. Now, who is slandering whom?"

"Master Shen, you are making unreasonable words!"

Ye Sheng was also obviously a little angry, frowning, and said.

"It's a common thing for courtiers to discuss court affairs and discuss political affairs. It is neither collusion nor clique formation. You just accused Mr. Lin of collusion and entanglement with cliques, which is naturally slander."

"What's more, this place is still in front of the Highness, you acted rebelliously just now, you should be impeached."

"Excessive words?"

It has to be said that Shen Jing inherited Wang Tianguan's usual style, that is, the more he fights, the more courageous he becomes. The more Ye Sheng speaks, the more he refuses to give in. He snorted coldly and said.

"I think Mr. Ye is just messing around, right?"

"Your Majesty's decree is clear and unquestionable, but you and Mr. Lin deliberately entangled a group of officials of science and Taoism, speaking convincingly in the court, pleading for sinners, and wanting to slander Your Majesty's sage, Shen I don't know what's on your mind?"

"Besides, how can you decide whether it is a discussion or a party gathering? Your Majesty, please take Ye and Lin into the imperial prison, and thoroughly investigate whether they have formed a party and gathered people for private reasons. Abandoning the public, leading the crowd to force remonstrance!"

This is serious.

If it was still within the scope of scolding in front of the hall just now, then after Shen Jing's words came out, the nature changed.

Once the Imperial Prison is used, it will really cause trouble. Suddenly, many ministers present have changed their expressions.

Especially the most important ministers at the front, who were still watching the quarrel with great interest, all looked at Wang Wen at the same time.

That means, it's over, Old Wang, don't make too much noise...

Looking at Shen Jing below, Wang Wen also frowned. He knew Shen Jing's character, and he always took the soft rather than the tough.

He is so aggressive now, it seems that he was really out of breath just now.

However, when the matter developed to this point, it was really not good to stand by and watch. He glanced at Chen Yi next to him for consultation, and saw that the other party had no special reaction.

"Your Majesty, I think that Zhang Ying and Li Xi disobeyed the holy order, and it is clear that there is no need to discuss it again. According to His Majesty's will, the Ministry of Officials has planned to order Zhang Ying to be demoted to the ninth rank master book, and Li Xi to be demoted The Prime Minister of Bapin County, as a police officer, please allow your Majesty to approve."

While talking, Wang Wen took out an official document from his sleeve and handed it over.

It has to be said that this lord Tianguan still protects his shortcomings.

He didn't mention the dispute between Shen Jing, Lin Cong and the others, but directly mentioned Zhang Ying and Li Xi's handling, which actually showed his attitude.

However, if Wang Wen didn't mention it, it doesn't mean that the emperor can ignore it.

The official document was sent to the imperial case, Zhu Qiyu glanced at it, but did not immediately raise the ink pen to reply, but looked at the officials below, and said.

"What the ministers said just now has its own reasons. Naturally, there are also biases."

"The imperial court has never sinned with words. This is a rule. However, Zhang Ying and Li Xi did not commit crimes because of what they said."

"I am changing the grade system of officials, officials and officials, not to block the way of speaking, but to let the way of speaking be unimpeded. The Taizu established the country, appointed scholars, farmers, businessmen, and everyone in the imperial court. Only in this way can the country be peaceful and the people safe."

"Speaking from officials, remonstrance and sarcasm, can be called the pillars of the country. However, in recent years, Wang Zhen has taken power, and the officialdom has declined. The writers shirk their duties, and the warriors fear and avoid wars. All the ministers are uneasy about their positions, and the atmosphere is impetuous."

"At this time, it is the opportunity for science and Taoism to play a role. I bestow seals and censors of various science and Taoism in the hope that the ministers will be able to take charge of the affairs of the court and serve the public wholeheartedly. visible."

"Besides me, the ministers of the cabinet and the six ministers, if necessary, should all have to hear about it. If you think the matter is of great importance, you have to play it out in the court. There are also procedures and laws. You should follow it and be kind to my heart. , not to speculate."

These words are gentle, both inside and outside the words, expressing the meaning of relying on Ke Dao.

Although there was a faint beating in the end, I have to say that the hearts of all the officials present were put in their stomachs.

As long as the Son of Heaven doesn't really want to sideline science, then it's not a big problem.

And, again, this reform is actually relatively mild, taking away part of the power of remonstrance, but also giving Ke Dao new powers.

There are two systems of secret and clear performances, each has its own advantages and disadvantages. In the final analysis, it depends on how to use it.

More importantly, as the emperor, he was willing to explain this to the ministers, and his stature was low enough.

Seeing this situation, Lin Cong and Ye Sheng looked at each other, with a trace of helplessness flashing across their faces.

They knew very well that most of the emperor said these words to them.

If you don't know how to praise, then you really don't know how to praise!
Sighing in his heart, Ye Sheng spoke first.

"Your Majesty is wise, and the ministers must do their best to serve the imperial court!"

So, Zhu Qiyu nodded, then turned to Lin Cong, and said.

"Lin Qing, get up too. It's common for people in the court to have different political opinions. You can't just resign and go home at will. Next time, I will punish you for the crime of blackmailing your majesty."

The tone of these words was relaxed, with a slight sense of joke.

Although, at this time, no one would take it as a joke, but after all, it gave Lin Cong a step down.

So, Lin Cong lowered his head in shame, and kowtowed.

"Thank you, Your Majesty, please rest assured. From now on, I must be cautious in my words and deeds, perform the duties of science and ethics, and clarify the officialdom, in order to repay Your Majesty's long grace."

After finishing speaking, he got up just now, and with the help of the servant, he put on his official hat again and stepped aside.

Both sides have been dealt with, so naturally Shen Jing is next.

In the confrontation just now, Shen Jing had the upper hand, but, sometimes, the court had the upper hand and had to make up for it from other places.

Compared with the gentle attitude just now, facing Shen Jing, Zhu Qiyu's tone was not so good, and he said directly.

"Shen Langzhong, it is common for the court to have different political opinions and occasional conflicts, but it is really unbecoming of a courtier to yell at you like this. Do you know your mistake?"

The words are harsh, but in fact, that's the case.

You know, just now, what the emperor asked was "acknowledgement of guilt", but in the blink of an eye, it became "acknowledgement of mistakes".

It can be seen that in the end, the big things were turned into small things.

Naturally, Shen Jing was not an ignorant person, so he went down the slope with a good attitude and said.

"I know I was wrong, please punish me, Your Majesty!"

"Punish the salary for one month. After the next court, you come to the door in person and apologize to Lin Geshizhong and Ye Geshizhong. From then on, the court should not be so presumptuous. Otherwise, I will definitely punish you severely."

This punishment is not serious, nor is it light, especially visiting the door to apologize, but it is a hard job.

Therefore, even Shen Jing's face couldn't help becoming a little bitter, and he glanced at his backer, Mr. Wang.

It turned out that the lord Tianguan didn't look sideways at him, so Shen Jing had no choice but to bow his hands.

"I obey the order, thank you Your Majesty for your grace."

After the disputes in the court have been settled, the next step is naturally the last and the first dispute, how to deal with Zhang Ying and Li Xi.

Looking at the official document in front of him, Zhu Qiyu hesitated a little, but at the end, he sighed and said.

"Zhang Ying and Li Xi are two people who have the right to report and should have been demoted. However, considering that they committed the first offence, and they are really committed to serving the public, I will punish them with minor punishments and not severely punish them."

"The Ministry of Officials re-drafts the transfer order, let's transfer out of Beijing on a flat basis!"

This result is somewhat unexpected.

However, it is also reasonable, after all, today's events are so uproarious, and the front foot emperor just expressed his reliance on Ke Dao, if the original treatment is maintained at this time, it is actually a bit unreasonable.

The current result should be regarded as a relatively good result. The so-called flat transfer out of Beijing means that the grade remains unchanged and another official position is selected.

Although it is certain that there is still no good official position to choose, at least the grade has not been lowered, which is considered a good result.

It's just that it's a bit of a pity that they couldn't keep their original jobs.

However, this actually just confirms that the emperor's attitude towards Ke Dao is not a bottomless connivance.

Suddenly, many thoughts flashed through the minds of many ministers present, quietly thinking about their future in the court...

(End of this chapter)