little emperor of Ming Dynasty

Chapter 170 Mutation
Shen Yiguan suddenly remembered one thing... Where did the chief eunuch Huang Jin, the supervisor of ceremonies, go?
Shen Yiguan wasn't the only one who discovered this problem. Many people were wondering where Huang Jin went.

As the emperor's only close minister, with such a person and such an occasion, Huang Jin's absence cannot be justified.

Under a corridor not far from the Hall of Supreme Harmony, a young eunuch stood in the shadow of the corridor with his hands down, his expression was unclear, his body trembling slightly, as if he was waiting for something.

Shen Yiguan presented the proposal to the Empress Dowager Li, and the voices in the hall that had been discussing just now suddenly quieted down. Everyone held their breath and waited for the Queen Mother to announce the result. However, everyone had the same idea in their hearts. How many years of Guoben, can it really end in such an ordinary way?
The Empress Dowager Li who was hidden behind the bead curtain was silent for a long time, and when the patience of the officials was about to run out, the Empress Dowager finally spoke.

"The ancestral precepts have shown: there are differences between the concubine and the concubine, and the order of the elders and the younger." The faint voice of the Empress Dowager Li echoed in the hall, "As far as the Ai family knows, the emperor did not set up a heir for a long time before, not because he didn't like it as the rumors said. The eldest son of the emperor, but because the empress is in her prime, once she has a son-in-law, it will be a battle between two dragons, and the world will be in chaos."

Almost all the courtiers turned their mouths up... These words were the magic weapon used by Wanli to fool the courtiers in the early years, but everyone is not a fool... The emperor has not been to Kunning for more than ten years Gong, can such a queen have a son?It would be strange to have a son-in-law!

Ignoring the ministers whispering among each other, the queen mother's voice continued: "My lords unanimously voted the eldest son of the emperor as the crown prince. The Ai family is very pleased. I can see that you all have a heart of loyalty to the country. You have done a good job. The teachings of the ancestors of the Ming Dynasty cannot be changed, otherwise there will be chaos, this cannot be missed in the slightest."

All the ministers in the hall saluted together: "The Empress Dowager is wise."

Although the queen mother's expression cannot be seen through the curtain, the queen mother's mood is still very happy just from the voice and tone.

"The Ai family came here today to inform all the adults about something."

Shen Yiguan's heart suddenly thumped, his legs were already a little weak, and dense beads of sweat were unknowingly oozing from his forehead, his reason told him that the big show was finally going to be staged!Forcibly controlling without showing any expression, the corner of his eyes scanned the courtiers, and finally landed on Zhu Changluo's face. He saw that his eyelids were drooping, one cheek was shining brightly under the sunlight outside the hall, and the other On the one hand, he was a little lonely and deserted for no reason.

"Master Zhu is the elder of the cabinet, the old man Gao Dexun, what did the emperor tell you back then, please tell me again."

Everyone's eyes fell on Zhu Geng. This 60-something veteran cabinet minister is second only to Zhao Zhigao in terms of official reputation. He belongs to the kind of old scalper who works hard and works hard. , he would never be seen in any turbulent moment, but this time...Master Zhu finally realized what it means to play is the feeling of heartbeat.

Zhu Geng, with a hard scalp and a red face, went out of the class and knelt down: "Years ago... the emperor once mentioned to the old minister that if the concubine Duanfei of the Changchun Palace died of a long-term illness, he would pity the five young sons of the emperor and intend to hand over the five sons to Kunning The Empress of the Palace will take care of her."

One stone stirred up thousands of waves, and Zhu Geng said a word, and everyone suddenly realized.

No wonder the eldest son of the emperor came out of the east palace, the third son of the emperor came out of the west palace, and the fifth son of the emperor came out from behind the curtain.

Establishing a heir does not establish an elder, establishing an elder does not establish a young, dare to love all these are waiting here!
Shen Li was the first to jump up, pointed at Zhu Geng and shouted: "Master Zhu, when did you meet the emperor, why don't we know?"

Zhu Geng lowered his head, his voice was a little trembling: "The emperor's secret call, how can the lower officials make a public announcement."

Before Shen Li jumped up and down, Empress Dowager Li's majestic voice sounded, and she said decisively without any doubt: "Everyone, don't be suspicious, Aijia can prove that Master Zhu's words are true, and the fifth son of the emperor has been raised at the moment. The empress’s palace is the first son, and there is no room for sloppiness in this important matter of reserve, according to the ancestral system, the fifth son of the emperor should be established as the crown prince, what do you think, my lords?”

No one spoke, it was like an exam, when it was finally time to announce the results, the headmaster suddenly appeared and told everyone that No.1 had been pre-selected, so what else?There is no need to say anything!

A legitimate son was born out of thin air, so is the eldest son a bird?

The phrase "establishing a heir but not establishing a long-term leader" was just uttered from the mouths of the officials, and it was still steaming hot. Even though at this time, some of the officials were dissatisfied, some were not angry, and some were skeptical, but these It's useless, everything can't stand up to Queen Mother Li's scheming of nailing the corner.

Therefore, the officials did not speak and ignored the queen mother, which was a silent protest.

Shen Yiguan sighed, the officials can pretend to be confused and keep silent, but he is the chief assistant of the cabinet and the host of this court meeting, so he can't pretend to be confused, so he stepped up and came out, and when he passed by Zhu Geng, he looked at him with a complicated expression. Glancing at Uncle Zhu whose complexion was always in a cycle of red, white and black, he said in a low voice: "Master Zhu was unexpectedly surprised, and the surprise army came out, this is a great credit."

When he said this, Zhu Geng even changed the color of his neck.

Just when Shen Yiguan was about to appear on the stage, "Wait a minute!" A loud shout startled everyone, including Queen Mother Li who was hiding behind the curtain.

Gu Xiancheng knelt down on the shift and said loudly: "I have something to tell the Queen Mother!"

Zhu Changluo, who had always been calm and calm, suddenly rolled his eyes, and finally someone couldn't help it.

"The purpose of today's court meeting is to discuss the crown prince's important affairs. What the Qing family wants to say, you can choose a date and book, don't be in a hurry." Empress Dowager Li's voice finally contained a trace of inexplicable panic.

Gu Xiancheng knelt on the ground, his voice was low but firm: "Don't worry, the Empress Dowager, what I said is closely related to today's discussion on the foundation of the country."

The ministers who had been stunned by the shock suddenly revived. Gu Xiancheng dared to say this in front of the Queen Mother and the ministers.

Shen Yiguan shut his mouth obediently, and stepped aside obediently. His experience told him that if he couldn't dodge well, blood might splash on his body in a while.

Empress Dowager Li's voice was already tinged with anger: "Since this is the case, the Ai family can't stop you, just say something."

Sen Leng's killing intent was like the expected cold wind, and everyone shuddered involuntarily.

Gu Xiancheng suddenly didn't realize it: "I heard that before the emperor was seriously ill, he had issued a secret decree to Concubine Zheng, asking the Empress Dowager to summon the concubine to come out and announce it!"

There was a bang in the Hall of Supreme Harmony, and there was an instant chaos!

All the ministers whispered to each other and talked a lot, Zhu Geng's face was as dark as the bottom of a pot, and the sweat on his face flowed happily like a stream.

"Presumptuous!" There was a loud slam, and the bead curtain slammed softly. Empress Dowager Li appeared and pointed at Gu Xiancheng and yelled loudly: "You are only a sixth-rank official, and you dare to talk nonsense? Even if it is a secret decree, where do you come from?" Got it?"

Facing the furious Empress Dowager Li, Gu Xiancheng's expression did not even change, his eyes were like smoke and cold water, but there was a faint indescribable madness, "Your Majesty is wise and wise, and his sacred heart is illuminated, and he once said this matter." I know that if there is a sudden change in the court, you can act according to the secret order, and I dare not be ashamed of accepting the emperor's favor, so I risked my life to play the matter today, please look into it carefully."

Shen Yiguan glanced at Zhu Geng, and couldn't help but smile wryly, it's really a trick that can win thousands of miles, it's a trick that everyone can change, and the ingenuity is different.

The queen mother found Zhu Geng, and Concubine Zheng laid down Gu Xiancheng. Suddenly, Shen Yiguan's eyes slipped to Zhu Changluo again. I don't know what the eldest son of the emperor has to do next?
Empress Dowager Li's eyes faintly flashed a trace of uneasiness, "No matter what nonsense you are talking about, Aijia, come here, quickly fork this person out of the palace!"

There was a response from the side, and two people rushed to grab Gu Xiancheng and walked out.

Li Sancai and Ye Xianggao came out of the class impressively, and shouted together: "If you don't say what you say, you can't understand it, if you don't make sense, you can't argue clearly, please wait for the empress dowager to let Master Gu finish the sentence!"

As soon as the two lords moved, all the speakers in the hall fell to their knees and shouted together: "Please let the Queen Mother let Master Gu finish speaking."

Empress Dowager Li's calm face finally changed, and she couldn't help taking a step back in shock and horror.

Shen Yiguan sighed, the situation was indeed astonishing, seeing that it was about to get out of control, he was about to take a step to smooth things over, when suddenly Shen Li said loudly: "I invite Concubine Zheng Gui to come to the Hall of Supreme Harmony to explain the truth."

Public anger cannot be offended, Empress Dowager Li Yasai glanced at the ministers with a cold gaze, and suddenly smiled: "Call Zheng Guifei!"

Concubine Zheng came very quickly as if she had been prepared for a long time. She was dressed in palace make-up and her figure was slender, as if she was too weak. You, Mr. Gu said that you have the emperor's secret decree in your hands, but is it true?"

Concubine Zheng suddenly raised her head, her face was as beautiful as a flower in full bloom: "Going back to the Queen Mother, there is indeed something to do!"

Empress Dowager Li's face turned pale suddenly, and her voice was filled with vicissitudes: "...what's the secret order?"

Concubine Zheng replied respectfully: "The emperor handwritten the secret decree that day, why didn't the content be known to the courtiers and concubines, after the book was finished, it was sealed in a secret box and placed on the beam of Chuxiu Palace."

Empress Dowager Li was stunned for a moment and then said: "Come here, go to Chuxiu Palace to get the secret decree."

She turned her head and beckoned Concubine Zheng to come up, seeing Empress Dowager Li's eyes were indifferent, as if showing some determination, but it only disappeared in a flash, Concubine Zheng felt inexplicable panic in her heart.But she also knew that this was not the time to be afraid, so she stepped forward a few steps, raised her head slightly and looked at Queen Mother Li.

The two most powerful women in the harem of the Ming Dynasty finally met face to face, but there was a strong, undisguised hatred and loathing in each other's eyes.

"It was you who poisoned the emperor, then blamed the empress, framed concubine Duan, and got rid of the two of them. Are you No. 1 in this harem?"

"The empress dowager is indeed wise. What the concubine did is just like what you saw with your own eyes. What she said is absolutely correct."

"You are as beautiful as peaches and plums, and your heart is like snakes and scorpions. It is really a waste of the emperor's love for you for many years." After sighing, Empress Dowager Li narrowed her eyes: "But I still want to advise you, everything has variables, don't be too complacent Just fine."

Concubine Zheng smiled sweetly: "The concubine thanked the Queen Mother for her praise and teaching." Concubine Zheng smiled sweetly: "This concubine learned from the Queen Mother.

"The Empress Dowager personally taught the method to the courtiers and concubines. As long as the goal can be achieved, she will do whatever she can."

"The Empress Dowager of Kunning Palace could see clearly that day. Didn't she also kill Concubine Zhou Duan with a knife? The Empress Dowager understands the heart of a concubine, and so does the concubine!"

The corner of Empress Dowager Li's mouth twitched slightly: "It's the Ai family who underestimated you, but you have to remember, if the Ai family is around, you will not live in peace for a day!"

Concubine Zheng lowered her eyes and smiled: "Don't worry, Empress Dowager, as long as the concubine sees that her child can sit in this seat, she will be very happy."

The eyes of the two fell on the Nine Dragon Throne that was close at hand. Empress Dowager Li looked at it for a moment, then suddenly turned her head and whispered in the ear of Concubine Zheng: "Aijia will make you pay a hundred times and a thousand times for today. price!"

Concubine Zheng laughed tremblingly: "I will wait and see."

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