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Chapter 232
Seeing that the big problem that was originally a sure thing was easily solved by the emperor with a few words, everyone present from the Donglin Party, Zhejiang Party, Chu Party, Qi Party or the Neutral Party fell into silence, with different expressions and erratic eyes.

"...Your Majesty, Yuan Yingtai and Du Song committed suicide in Liaodong and have been impeached by the patrol commander." The huge sense of loss and consternation forced them to re-evaluate the emperor's ability, and then use the conclusions they reached to fine-tune their choices.There are also those who are unwilling to fail and plan to find another way to try to save some face.

"I have also heard about this matter, but it is slightly different from what Mr. Shen Ge said. Here are the investigation results of Jinyiwei and Dongchang. After reading it, tell me, who is deceiving the emperor between the Metropolitan Procuratorate and Jinyiwei and Dongchang?"

It's a pity that another wave of offensive launched by Shen Li hit the iron plate again. Regarding the killing of rebel soldiers on the spot in Liaodong, Yuan Yingtai and Du Song had already made a detailed report to the emperor and received a clear reply. In one word, kill!

It's just that Yuan Yingtai is a thief. He wrote both the title book and the memorial book at the same time.The title book is an official document that requires a seal, and must be approved by the cabinet to decide whether to submit it to the emperor for approval. All correspondence is archived by the General Affairs Department.

The memorial does not require a seal, nor does it have to be archived by the General Affairs Department. It can be submitted directly to the emperor through special channels, such as tax supervisors, mine supervisors, gun inspectors, etc. in various places.

As expected, the two copies of the memorial were withheld by the cabinet, but the memorial was successfully delivered to Zhang Ran, the chief of the imperial horse supervisor, through the channel of the Liaodong prison, and was immediately handed over to the emperor.

This is one of the main reasons why the civil service group has blackmailed eunuchs since ancient times. The intervention of eunuchs gave the emperor an additional channel to understand the actual situation of the country. The more he knew, the harder it was to control.

"...This, minister..." Shen Li never expected that a mere governor of Liaodong would have the ability to reach heaven. He also did not expect that after the emperor received the news, he did not reveal even a word to the cabinet. Instead, he secretly sent Jin Yiwei and East Factory Investigation.

Youdao made one mistake and lost the whole game, but now he is very passive when being questioned by the emperor. When it comes to the charge of deceiving the emperor, it cannot be said that the inspection report of the Metropolitan Procuratorate was false, let alone that Jin Yiwei and Dongchang lied. He was left gritting his teeth and staring, speechless.

"Humph, as the commander-in-chief of Shanhaiguan, Du Song led the Beijing battalion deep into the dangerous situation to help the Liaodong border troops and border residents safely withdraw into the pass. He killed the Xiaoxiao who took advantage of the situation and guarded the border residents thoroughly. He should have been commended.

I can't believe that there are people in the court who want to put him to death for the sake of sectarian disputes and selfish interests. If I really listen and believe, wouldn't I make the good ministers and generals feel disappointed and the dirty villains inspired by them?

But I cannot always be forewarned. At this time, the cabinet should be my eyes and ears and tell the truth.Shen Li, as a veteran of the Three Dynasties, you should have fulfilled your duties, but in the end it was just the opposite.

In this matter, I will not delve into whether you have neglected public affairs for personal reasons or listened to others' beliefs.But after you go back, think clearly about where to go, and don't hurt the relationship between the king and his ministers because of your greed for high status. "

Things have reached this point. It is definitely impossible to pretend to be dead and get through. Someone must be responsible for this.However, Hong Tao gave Shen Li some slack and did not remove him on the spot, which can be regarded as a full reward for his original support. However, whether they can really get along well or break up depends on his own choice.

As Emperor Long Yan walked away displeased, all the bachelors who were distracted by various emotions also left the room as if they were running away. Only Shen Li was left kneeling on the spot in a daze.

He couldn't figure out why his predecessors' tricks had been tried and tested many times, but he was obviously not bad at all in the technical essentials and had a very accurate grasp of the heat, but he was repeatedly frustrated when he used them. "Mr. Ge, we can no longer hesitate at this moment. We will continue to suffer the consequences!" At this time, a voice sounded faintly in his ears.

"...It's not that I'm soft-hearted, it's just that I don't have the opportunity. Didn't I agree at a certain house not to rush to contact the harem first, but to force His Majesty to use the resettlement of border residents as an excuse... Alas, it was Shen who was careless today!"

Looking at Li Tingji who was a little eager to try, Shen Li suddenly felt like he was on a pirate ship.The plan was not like this, but the emperor once again made a surprise move to resolve the crisis and forced himself to resign.

"No, no, it's not that the time has not come, but that the opportunity is rare! The use of border residents has been a foregone conclusion. The emperor is determined to monopolize power. Once the elder of the cabinet leaves the court, who else in the cabinet can do it? Competing? However, the entry of border residents is not entirely a bad thing. If you can plan cleverly, you might be able to completely turn defeat into victory!"

Although he was rejected again, Li Tingji could tell that Shen Li was not particularly determined in his heart and was not willing to give up power, so he took another half step closer and gave him a meaningful look.

"……how do I say this?"

"In order to accommodate the border residents, all the elite Imperial Horse Guards, Dongchang and Jinyiwei were mobilized. The Forbidden City was already mostly empty. I heard that no one even cleaned the garbage in the Imperial Kitchen.

At this time, as long as he falls, the one in the West Palace is not a concern, and Renshou Palace and East Palace will not firmly object if they think about it.You and I support the King of Fortune and hold the royal houses and factories in various places in our hands. Isn’t it true that the wind will bring the wind and the rain will bring the rain?

Using the head of the cabinet to assist the administration, eliminating eunuchs and rectifying the administration of officials, he was no less generous than Zhang Jiangling.If you miss such a good opportunity, when Zhang Ran returns to the throne and King Fu leaves the capital, you will not be unable to get this God-given opportunity again, but age is not forgiving! "

Before explaining his point of view, Li Tingji stood up and went to the window to look out. Then he opened the door and looked around the corridor. After making sure that no one was approaching, he quickly returned. Trying to suppress his tone and breath that was slightly trembling with excitement, he pointed out The key was to stare into Shen Li's eyes expectantly.

"Zhang Jiangling... no matter what, he is such a foolish king who does not respect etiquette and law and does not uphold the inheritance of his ancestors. As ministers of the Ming Dynasty, how can you and I just let him go? For the sake of the country, the country and the common people... Are you sure that the person in the palace is reliable?"

Shen Li couldn't help but trembled when he heard Zhang Jiangling's name.Zhang Juzheng, the most powerful chief minister of the Wanli Dynasty, met a tragic end after death, but he was extremely brilliant during his lifetime and was a role model for everyone who had the opportunity to reach the pinnacle of power.

If I could hold all the political power in my hands like him, I would be confident that I could make the Ming Empire more prosperous and become a prime minister praised by future generations.Li Tingji made one point that was very important. He was already eighty-four and there were really not many opportunities. If he didn't give it a try, he might never have another chance.

As for what to do if you can't do it... Hey, anyway, the country is not your own, and the people are not your family. The rise and fall of your destiny and wealth depend on God.You have to try everything before you know the result. If you don't do it, you will never succeed.

(End of this chapter)