The red building is so arrogant

Chapter 641 I Always Feel Empty Every Chinese New Year
It is no wonder that Jiao Shun has such inferences.

Now the emperor is eager to take charge of the government but suffers from lack of energy, and he took the initiative to ask him about his views on the harem's intervention in politics, obviously moving his mind to find help in the harem.

And the concubines in the harem mostly entertain people with sex, even the empress who is famous for her virtues does not have any political talents. Only when Jia Yuanchun was in the hidden residence, it was rumored that she had a special permission to participate in political affairs. With this achievement, she has monopolized two of the four concubines of "Guishu Xiande".

perhaps……

I can push the boat along the way, so as to achieve the purpose of entering the palace this time.

After making up his mind, Jiao Shun changed his mind, and quickly finished the draft [actually, I was stuck for a day and didn't think about it], then cupped his hands and said: "This matter is not for foreign ministers to criticize, but your majesty does not think that ministers are despicable. Raising ministers among the lowly people, and entrusting them with the responsibility of the heart, the ministers are deeply impressed by the five internal affairs, so they risk their dissatisfaction..."

"Say the point!"

Emperor Longyuan rubbed his eyebrows and scolded impatiently.

Jiao Shun didn't dare to show off his literary talent, which was not enough for half a day, and hurriedly said straight to the point: "In my humble opinion, the key to the harem meddling in politics lies in excessive pampering and lack of checks and balances. You must know that the human heart can't stand the test. How many times have you read poetry and books in ancient times? A minister of Mingyi will be domineering once he monopolizes the power, let alone a woman of the generation?"

Emperor Longyuan's half eyebrows fell, he leaned on the cushion and squinted and said: "According to what you say, this is absolutely impossible?"

Isn't it paralyzed?
How come it's not even good for the ears?
Jiao Shun resisted the urge to roll his eyes, and repeated the main point: "The minister is saying that the key to the harem's meddling in politics lies in excessive pampering and lack of checks and balances."

Only then did Emperor Longyuan come to his senses, but he really didn't have the energy to think about it, so he waved his hands and said: "I'm really tired, just say what you have to say, don't go around in circles!"

Jiao Shunyuan didn't want to be too thorough, but looking at the emperor like this, it was obviously not the time to connect the past and the future, so he had to further explain: "What I mean is that if your majesty wants to assist the harem, one must measure it to apply, not just rely on Likes and dislikes; secondly, we must first formulate a strategy of checks and balances, so that we must not allow them to monopolize power, and we must strictly prevent internal and external collusion."

"Humph~"

The emperor snorted after hearing this: "Although your opinion is more solid than those rotten scholars' words, it is also plain and superficial. I'm afraid it won't be able to stop the rumors outside."

After a pause, he suddenly fixed his eyes and asked: "Could it be that you want to speak for Xiande Concubine?"

"I dare not!"

Jiao Shun hastily knelt down again, saying that he didn't dare, but what he said next was exactly the opposite: "I just think that the virtuous concubine is known for her talents, and Rongguo Mansion is now carrying a lawsuit. Do your best and don’t dare to slack off.”

In fact, Emperor Longyuan had already thought of Jia Yuanchun, but he couldn't make up his mind to use her for a while because of his grudges.

However, listening to Jiao Shun's analysis, the disadvantages turned into advantages.

but……

"So you wanted to speak for the Rongguo Mansion."

Emperor Longyuan propped up the dragon chair and sat up straight, one eye fixed on Jiao Shun, half of his face was devoid of joy and anger, and half of his face was ferocious.

Jiao Shun knocked his head on the ground calmly, and said in a loud voice: "I am not ruthless, but the Jia Wang family involved in this case is really my old benefactor - but I dare not lie to your majesty, she Of the 30 taels of silver hidden, more than 22 taels were earned through maritime trade, and the other 5000 taels may indeed have come from the Wang family."

"You understand quite well."

"Because this business was originally contacted by the minister, and the Maritime Silk Road was just opened at the right time, and the people in the government and the public had many concerns, so I thought of taking the lead in forming a caravan as an example-this matter was also truthfully stated last year. Play on the book."

Reminded by Jiao Shun, Emperor Longyuan thought about it carefully, and it seemed that there was indeed such a thing, and then he slumped back limply, and half of his face softened a lot.

After all, he didn't expect Jiao Shun to be a selfless and sincere gentleman. It doesn't matter if he cares about the old master, as long as he doesn't hide his secret from him, then this is not a deduction, but a bonus.

"Be flat."

He slightly raised his hand again, waited for Jiao Shun to get up from the ground, and asked again: "Then in your opinion, do you want me to use the case of hiding to show favor to Concubine Xiande?"

Although Jiao Shun got up, his attitude became more and more humble: "Since I have selfish intentions, I dare not speak falsely again—whether to show favor or not, and how to show favor, are all in the mind of Your Majesty."

"Ha~"

Emperor Longyuan chuckled, then suddenly lowered his face and asked: "Then if I want you to confess in court, how about you prove the crime of harboring?"

Did the emperor like to be surprised like this before?
Or is it a new skill learned after being half paralyzed?
While secretly complaining, Jiao Shun said without hesitation: "I must obey the holy will! But afterwards, I will do my best to pray for His Majesty's extrajudicial grace, and to forgive Jia Wang's net and punish him lightly."

This answer, as well as his unwavering attitude, obviously satisfied Emperor Longyuan, and his expression softened a lot. If Jiao Shun could always accompany him in front of the driver, he would not have to worry about the harem meddling in politics.

But this can only be a delusion, unless Jiao Shun is willing to change jobs and become a eunuch.

However, if Jiao was really going to become an eunuch, Emperor Longyuan might not trust him. After all, historical experience has proved that those who bully orphans and widows the most are often those eunuchs who hold power.

If not, how could he have skipped the option of eunuch assisting the government and directly considered the harem to participate in politics?
After skipping this section, Emperor Longyuan asked about Prince Yao's performance during today's lecture. When he heard that Prince Yao had finished watching the melodrama prepared by Jiao Shun in advance, Emperor Longyuan couldn't help laughing out loud. Affected the lungs, coughing uncontrollably.

Seeing this, Jiao Shun hurriedly called Concubine Wu, Dai Quan and others from outside the hall.

There was a lot of fuss.

Emperor Longyuan managed to stop his coughing, and waved his hand to let Concubine Wu Gui to step aside, and Jiao Jiao said, "I'm fine, what kind of scene reappears, I'll call you to have a look when I have time, look...cough cough~"

As he spoke, he couldn't help coughing twice.

"His Majesty."

Dai Quan hurriedly persuaded: "The dragon's body is important, why don't you ask Mr. Jiao to retreat for a while."

Emperor Longyuan also felt that he was really tired, so Jiao Shun raised his chin: "Aiqing, let's go, now the second batch of engineering students are graduating soon, you must pay attention to this matter, and you must not make any mistakes."

"Minister, take the order to leave."

Hearing this, Jiao Shun bowed and walked out the door.

After he left, Concubine Wu Gui, Dai Quan and others helped the emperor back to lie down behind the curtain.

It's just that although the emperor was tired, he didn't feel much sleepiness. He stared at the roof of the tent for a long time with one eye, and suddenly ordered: "Go and invite the queen."

Concubine Wu Gui promised, but her heart couldn't help being sour. She thought that it was all right before, but now that her son is about to enter the East Palace, why should our emperor only consult with the queen when he has a big or small affair?

But she didn't dare to show it, she just looked forward to the day when her son ascended the throne.

Not long after, the queen was invited to the bedroom.

As expected, Concubine Wu Gui was kicked out of the palace together with Dai Quan.

Just when she was full of complaints, she saw Concubine Rong coming forward to greet her with a smile on her face. Although Concubine Wu didn't like her flirtatiousness, she did not stretch out her hand to hit the smiling face, so she returned the salute pretending to be affectionate, and asked with a smile: "Rong Where did my concubine come from?"

As he spoke, he unconsciously glanced at the other person's chest.

"I was in Chuxiu Palace just now."

But Concubine Rong replied: "I'm chatting with the empress about family affairs, if I don't want to, I will send someone to invite you - sister is on duty today, do you know what it is for?"

"I only take care of your majesty's dragon body, but I don't pay attention to others."

Concubine Wu Guifei waved her hands calmly, but then said: "However, Mr. Jiao was summoned to meet him just now, so I don't know what important matter he discussed with His Majesty."

"Lord Jiao?"

Concubine Rong's eyes flickered slightly, she had been stalking around in the Chuxiu Palace for a while, and she had already confirmed that there must be some secrets related to Jiao Shun in the box, but the box was locked, and she couldn't think of a way to pry it out for a while.

Now that he heard that Jiao Shun was summoned again, he could not help but sigh, "Your Majesty loves this Lord Jiao so much, I'm afraid even we can't match him."

Concubine Wu Guifei glanced at her, and thought to herself that you are a charming girl who only serves people based on your looks. Now that His Majesty is sick and has no sword to fight, isn't it natural that you will fall out of favor?

In fact, Concubine Wu was also a model of serving people in Israel in the early years, but now she is invincible relying on her son, so naturally she no longer wants to regard Concubine Rong as her peer.

The two chatted with each other for a while, and suddenly saw the queen stepping out of the palace with a face full of joy, and the two hurriedly stepped forward to salute.

The queen returned the gift, but she didn't bother to greet the two of them, but directly said to the maid at the side: "Hurry up, go to Jingren Palace Yuyunyuan to invite Concubine Xiande, and say that His Majesty has summoned you!"

Before the words fell, the faces of Concubine Wu Gui and Concubine Rong changed color.

Concubine Rong needless to say, she has always been at odds with Jia Yuanchun.

As for Concubine Wu Gui, she was ashamed and annoyed that the emperor would rather find Jia Yuanchun, who had lost his favor, than reveal his feelings to herself.

but……

It wasn't a day or two since Jia Yuanchun had been left out in the cold. Why was the emperor willing to see her all of a sudden?
Concubine Wu Gui and Concubine Rong looked at each other, and then thought of someone by coincidence.

Concubine Rong couldn't help but whispered again: "Your Majesty loves this Lord Jiao in every possible way, as expected, even I can't match it."

Concubine Wu Gui didn't take it very seriously before, but now she is sour towards a man for the first time.

(End of this chapter)