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Chapter 659 Phase Controversy (7)

On the tenth day of the first lunar month of the third year of Yifeng, Hao Chujun, a servant of the Menxia Province, granted the successor of the Jinwu after returning to Wu as the Yizhi of the Zhongshu Ling. When this happened, the government and the public were shocked——Since the beginning of the Tang Dynasty, the Menxia Province has granted the emperor's decree The number of times is not too small. Wei Zheng, a famous minister of the generation, made such actions a lot in those days, and since Gaozong took office, he often had such closed doors. It is not uncommon to say, but it fell on Empress Wu. It's different again, probably because since Empress Wu came to the court, the imperial edicts she has carried out have never been sealed. Naturally, the commotion became bigger. Aside from the discussions between the ruling and opposition parties, the undercurrent began to surge. All kinds of alliances and alliances emerged one after another. Under the power struggles of all parties, the atmosphere in the capital was suffocatingly weird. All kinds of rumors and gossips were rampant. As a result, Emperor Gaozong couldn't sit still. He couldn't wait for the morning court the next day, so he hurriedly summoned all the ministers and prince Li Xianjin into the Zichen Hall of the Daming Palace to discuss the matter. this matter.

"Let's talk about it, how should this matter be settled?"

Gaozong's body was inherently weak, and he was angry and anxious, his complexion was quite bad, his complexion was as white as paper, his eyes were big and dark, his whole body was haggard as if he would fall down when the wind blows, he looked at the next The stupefied ministers were even more angry, they just returned their anger, and the matter had to be resolved after all, so Gaozong had no choice but to suppress the irritability in his heart, and asked calmly as much as possible.

Dead silence, a dead silence, this matter is sensitive, and seeing Gaozong's ashen face, all the courtiers naturally didn't want to be the top bird, and they all kept silent. The hall was quiet, only Gaozong The rapid panting sounded like a windmill and kept ringing.

"What? You're all dumb, huh? What's the use of waiting!"

After waiting for a while, no one spoke, Gaozong's face became more and more ugly, and in a panic, he yelled regardless, without saving the slightest bit of face for the top ministers below.

"Father, calm down. My sons think that the Zhongshu order is one of the pillars of the society. Those who have both ability and political integrity should not do it. This is something that the father is arbitrary, but if there is a decision, the sons and servants should follow it without any worries."

Seeing Gaozong's fury, Li Xian couldn't bear it, so he stood up from the brocade pier and replied with a bow.

"Your Majesty's order is respectfully requested!"

With Li Xian at the head, all the courtiers did not dare to lag behind, and they all bowed and agreed.

"Hmph, Holy Judgment, what a Holy Judgment! Since you know you want my Holy Judgment, what have you done, huh?"

It was rare for Gaozong to get angry, but once he got angry, it was not so easy to calm down. No matter how sincere the attitude of the ministers and workers was, he still refused to let go, and reprimanded unceremoniously.

Why did you go early?Look at what the old man said, you always hide in the palace and enjoy your life, you don't care about the shit, who can tell you first, now you are blaming others, it really makes people don't know what to say Let’s start, let’s talk about it, it’s your old woman who made a fuss. I really want to scold you. You always have the courage to scold your mother-in-law, but I’m afraid you will never have the courage. Of course, this is the reason, everyone Everyone knew it in their hearts, but no one dared to say it in person. In desperation, all the courtiers had no choice but to continue to pretend to be wooden men, allowing Gaozong to be furious on top.

"Your Majesty, please calm down. Your dragon body is important. If there is anything to do, let's discuss it slowly and deal with it."

Emperor Gaozong was so angry that he had nothing to hide from his mouth. After scolding Zaifu and the ministers, he just scolded and scolded like this, and it was about to be scolded by Empress Wu. Empress Wu couldn't keep silent anymore, so she hurried from the sidelines. Interjected, softly persuaded.

"Deliberate, okay, then let's discuss, I want to see what kind of negotiation method this negotiation is, hmph!"

Gaozong scolded for a while, and the anger in his heart was almost vented. In addition, the fear of guilt was always there. Seeing Empress Wu made a sound, he didn't curse anymore, but just waved his sleeves angrily and snorted bitterly. With a sound.

"Dear dear ones, the post of Zhongshu Ling is very important and indispensable for a moment. Let me tell you what you think."

Empress Wu has been in the court for many years, and her ability to control the scene is very strong. Seeing that Gaozong stopped talking, she immediately took over the presiding power, and opened her mouth without shame.

"Your Majesty, Your Majesty, the old minister thought that the position of Zhongshu Ling was related to the stability of the court, and he should not be appointed by non-relative ministers. Now there is Wu Chengsi, Minister of the Ministry of Punishment, who is shrewd and diligent, and has repeatedly made outstanding achievements. It is precisely..."

As the backbone of Empress Wu's party, Jia Chaoyin was a master of flattery, so he rushed out, took the lead in expressing his attitude, and praised Wu Chengsi.

"Fart! Wu Chengsi can write? Does it mean that I have to write the next edict with my own hand, huh?"

Gaozong thought that Wu Chengsi couldn't afford it, but now he was angry again. When he heard Jia Chaoyin boasting about Wu Chengsi, he immediately became furious, and he didn't care that Empress Wu was by his side. He swears and reprimanded him fiercely.

"Your Majesty calm down, the old minister deserves to die, the old minister deserves to die."

Jia Chaoyin was not a person of great ability at all, the reason why he was able to rank among the prime ministers could be said to be due to a bit of luck and the push behind Empress Wu. Seeing Gao Zong go crazy like this, he immediately panicked, knelt down in front of the hall, and begged for mercy in trembling voices.

"Your Majesty, please appease your anger. Taizong once said that he would not sin with his words. Mr. Jia just talked about the facts. Even if it does not suit His Majesty's wishes, it is out of a public heart. I hope Your Majesty will be more considerate."

Jia Chaoyin was Empress Wu's right-hand man, so he couldn't just sit back and watch him being attacked by Gaozong. Seeing that the situation was wrong, Empress Wu immediately explained from the sidelines.

"Hmph! That's all, don't bring up this discussion again, step down!"

Since Empress Wu had already opened her mouth, Gaozong was not good at asking Jia Chaoyin any more, so he could only wave his hand impatiently, driving Jia Chaoyin away, and resolutely put an end to Wu Chengsi's appointment as Zhongshu Ling. possible.

"Old minister, thank Your Majesty Long En, long live my emperor, long live, long live!"

Jia Chaoyin thought that he could not escape the catastrophe, but when he saw that Gaozong did not attack him again, he immediately relaxed, not caring that his back was already sweating through his heavy clothes, he hurriedly thanked him, he was a bit embarrassed He retreated to the side, not daring to say or do anything out of line.

"Your Majesty, the old minister would like to protect his capital and recommend Gao Zhizhou, the imperial historian, to take over the post of Zhongshu Ling, and please Your Majesty's holy order!"

Originally, there were only two candidates in the report, but now that Wu Chengsi has no hope, Li Zhen's heart is alive, but she winks at Li Xianba vigorously, hoping that Li Xianneng will stand up and make the first move, but it's a pity Li Xian didn't react much, the old god was sitting on the ground on the brocade pier, which annoyed Li Zhen, but there was nothing he could do about it. Flashed out and reported loudly.

"Well, I understand what my starling means, so let's discuss it, gentlemen."

Gaozong still respected Li Zhen as an elder brother. Although he was not very satisfied with the candidate Gao Zhizhou, he did not directly scold him back as he had sent Jia Chaoyin before. Instead, he tactfully expressed his dislike for Gao Zhizhou meaning.

Proposal?This matter is not easy to discuss. There is no doubt that Gao Zong's remarks clearly disapprove of Li Zhen's recommendation. Otherwise, it is enough to agree directly. Gaozong didn't make a statement, but called the big guy to discuss it. Doesn't this mean that the big guy is going to come out and sing the anti-tune? The problem is that the anti-tune is really not easy to sing. Including Li Xian, the co-signing prince, before Li Xian made a statement, who really dared to discuss matters indiscriminately?So, no matter how eager Gaozong's eyes were, all the prime ministers pretended not to see them, and all stood silently.

"Xian'er, tell me."

Gao Zong waited for a while, seeing that no one was willing to come out to be this villain, he couldn't help but became annoyed, but he couldn't get angry with everyone again, so he frowned, and directly called Li Xian's name.

Hehe, the old man is not stupid, he is plotting against us!

Although Gao Zong's thoughts were hidden, Li Xian knew very well in his heart. The left and right thought that Li Xian's promotion of Gao Zhizhou was just to pull Li Zhen into a ring with Empress Wu, and now Wu Chengsi was rejected. The two parties should have no basis for cooperation. At this moment, as long as Li Xian objected vaguely, Gao Zong could take advantage of the situation and veto Gao Zhizhou as well. After playing fifty big boards, each other's faces can be evened out.

"Father Huang Mingjian, my son thinks that Gao Zhizhou is quite talented and good at government affairs. He is indeed the candidate for Zaifu, but his writing style is slightly lacking. According to my son, it is better to be promoted to the third rank of Huangmen Shilang Tongzhongshumen Therefore, it is possible for him to participate in the deliberations of the political affairs hall, but as for the position of Zhongshu Ling, why should he look far away, all the ministers and assistants are people with both ability and political integrity, and the emperor can choose one at will."

You can be a villain, but Li Xian didn't want to offend Li Zhen to death all by himself. After saying a few words, he easily picked himself out, caring about Gaozong's intentions, but not completely brushing off. It would not be an exaggeration to say that Li Zhen's face was cut with a knife, but Li Xian ignored Empress Wu's face at all.

"Well, Xian'er's words are very much in line with my heart, so it's decided. According to my will, Jin Yushi Dafu Gao Zhizhou will be the servant of Huangmen and the third rank of Zhongshumen. Wu Chengsi will make up for the rest. Now, as for the post of Zhongshu Ling, I think Pei Yan will be in charge."

Gaozong was obviously very satisfied with Li Xian's compromise suggestion, fearing that Empress Wu would intervene again, he hurriedly made a decision, and as soon as the words fell, he got up, without giving anyone a chance to object.

"Your Majesty is wise, and I will obey the order."

Gao Zong has already said so, even if all the ministers and workers have objections, they can only hold back their own hearts. When it comes to words, there is nothing else to do except bow down and praise.

(End of this chapter)