Why did the emperor rebel?

Coming out of the palace, almost all of these important officials in the court had expressions of deep thought.

Although today's memorial is simple, the amount of information is very large. Except for the Ministry of Industry and the Ministry of Rites, almost all other ministries, including the Metropolitan Procuratorate, are involved.

Moreover, each of them is a major event that may directly affect the situation of the court, so they can't help but think about it clearly.

After leaving the palace gate, it was almost noon, and several people walked slowly towards the outside of the palace. Before leaving the palace, Yu Qian suddenly sighed.

"During this period of time, I was not in the capital, and the front of the palace was right, but I was a lot stranger."

The meaning of the words is difficult to understand, with a hint of jerky.

The faces of the others changed slightly when they heard this, but in the end, they pretended not to hear it. Only Yu Shiyue's face changed, and he opened his mouth to say something, but considering the occasion, he didn't say anything in the end.

So, Yu Qian didn't say anything more, and went straight out of the palace.

Looking at his leaving figure, the expressions of all the ministers present were a bit complicated, with a bit of expectation, but at the same time, a bit of shame.

Glancing at each other, everyone was speechless, each took their leave and planned to leave.

However, at this moment, Hu Wei, who was silent from the beginning to the end, spoke up and said.

"Shen Shangshu, the old man has some matters that need to be coordinated with the Ministry of Household Affairs. I wonder if Shen Shangshu has time in the afternoon to go to the Ministry of Rites to talk about it?"

Hearing this, the ministers present were a little surprised.

As the new year approaches, there are many rituals and ceremonies in the Ministry of Rituals, and there are many places where money is spent. It is not surprising that there are many places that need to be connected with the Ministry of Households.

However, these are all things that are used to, Xiao Guicao can do whatever he wants.

What kind of things can make Hu Wei, the great uncle, ask himself, and, in front of so many ministers, invite Shen Yi?
One must know that communication in the officialdom is very particular. In particular, Hu Mingming said that he was looking for Shen Yi for official business, so there are many points that need to be paid attention to in the way of invitation.

Normally, even if there is any complicated matter that requires the coordination of the Ministry of Accounts, the Ministry of Rites should first write the specifics of the affairs in an official document and send it to the Ministry of Accounts, and then the Ministry of Accounts will also issue an official document to reply.

If the discussion is complete, the emperor will ask the emperor to approve it, and then it can be implemented. If it cannot be decided, then it must be raised at the court meeting and discussed again, and the emperor will make a decision at the center, or the two ministers will discuss together.

However, the latter situation is rare, because matters that can be discussed together by the two ministers are not things that can be easily resolved. Although the powers of the various ministries vary, they are all among the Seven Ministers after all, and they are mutually exclusive. There is no major constraint relationship between them.

Therefore, even if you look at the face and make a little concession, it will not help to solve this complicated problem, and the ministers are more or less self-confident about their status and status, but they can't solve the problem in person, and it would be shameful to spread the word.

Therefore, in most cases, court affairs are still resolved in the morning, and disputes that need to be discussed in private are basically resolved in front of the imperial court.

It seems that it is rare for Hu Wei to directly invite Shen Yi to the Ministry of Rites. Moreover, the invitation in front of so many people shows that Hu Wei does not intend to avoid people.

This had to attract the attention of others, and Shen Yi was naturally familiar with the joints, so after pondering for a while, he tentatively said.

"It's okay in the afternoon, but I don't know what Uncle Da Zong has to discuss. I will order someone to sort out the relevant documents in advance, so as not to delay Uncle Da Zong's time."

After the words fell, everyone's eyes moved to Hu Wei's body.

Mr. Hu naturally didn't hold back, and said with a smile.

"In recent years, the population of the clan has increased day by day, and rituals and ethics have been abolished from time to time. Therefore, after discussions between the Ministry of Rites and the clan's mansion, it is planned to reorganize the clan's laws. The specific regulations have already been discussed by the old man and Prince Min. After a few times, please play your majesty."

"It's just that some of them require the cooperation of the Ministry of Household Affairs, so I would like to invite Shen Shangshu to the Ministry of Rites to discuss the details so that I can return to His Majesty."

Religious affairs reform?

As soon as these words came out, the faces of all the ministers present couldn't help but change.

Although Hu Wei didn't say it clearly, that's what he meant.

Could it be that at this moment, the emperor wants to move the clan?
Glancing at Shen Yi, everyone thought of Zong's salary in unison.

One must know that although there are not too many imperial clans in the Ming Dynasty, the annual expenditure on the clan's salary is already a huge amount.

If it's just the reform of religious affairs, then why do you need to find the Ministry of Household Affairs?
Therefore, there is a high probability that the religious affairs reform referred to by the Ministry of Rites will involve the issue of the clan's salary. Thinking of the issues discussed in the palace just now, everyone has a faint direction in their hearts.

To put it bluntly, the hole in the military colony is too big. It is very difficult to repair the hole just by confiscating property and delaying time. Perhaps there is a way to find a way from the clan.

but……

Now that the matter of rectifying the military settlements has not yet been completed, it is conceivable that when the results of the Ministry of War come out, the follow-up will be the transfer of Mintian. This alone is extremely complicated.

The military mansion is currently investigating corruption, and it is a big plan for next year. Since the Criminal Department is involved, it is conceivable that the turmoil caused will not be small.

In addition, the emperor also ordered the prefectures and counties to prepare food. With all these things added up, it was already busy enough.

At this time, the Ministry of Etiquette actually wanted to step in again to reform the religious affairs. With so many things added up, wouldn't it be true that one would lose sight of the other?
The elders present were in a complicated state of mind, and wanted to ask a few questions, but when they saw Hu Yan's firm attitude, they swallowed them back in unison.

If what Hu Wei said is correct, then preparations for this matter have already begun, and there is a high probability that the emperor has passed the Ming road.

They don't even know the specific situation now, and if they oppose rashly, they will only make themselves passive.

It's just that, after learning the news, a trace of worry flashed across the eyes of many people...

At night, in the study of the mansion.

After all, Yu Shiyue was still worried. After leaving the office, he hurried to Yu Qian's mansion again. The latter obviously had expected this, and had prepared refreshments for him early.

"Ting Yi, what do you think of today's events?"

The two sat opposite each other, Yu Shiyue didn't talk nonsense, and spoke directly.

When he said this, Yu Shiyue's eyes were fixed on Yu Qian, as if he wanted to see him as a flower.

In contrast, was Yu Qian with a calm expression. He took a sip of tea and put the cup gently on the table. From the beginning to the end, he did not make a sound, and then said.

"I have been away from the capital for a long time, and I don't know much about the affairs of the court. Today, the prelude to the palace is correct. Your Majesty has far-reaching thoughts, plans the entire situation, and is arbitrary. We, the courtiers, naturally only follow the principles."

The tone was flat, without a trace of emotion, but Yu Shiyue's face suddenly became a little ugly, and his brows frowned into a pattern of Sichuan characters, Yu Shiyue said.

"Ting Yi, you are very dissatisfied."

This sentence is not a question, but a statement.

Yu Qian didn't speak, he looked up at Yu Shiyue, neither admitting nor denying it.

Seeing this situation, Yu Shiyue was a little anxious and said.

"Don't be impulsive!"

"What His Majesty has done naturally has its own reasons. At least up to now, the country is developing in a good direction, isn't it?"

This time, Yu Qian did not continue to remain silent.

His expression was a bit complicated, and he obviously struggled in his heart. However, after a while, he still shook his head and said.

"Your Majesty is wise and wise. However, after all, he is only one person. He is arbitrarily arbitrarily determined by the emperor. He will be safe for a while, but he will eventually plant disasters."

While talking, Yu Qian sighed, looked at Yu Shiyue and said seriously.

"Brother Shi Chao, you and I should both be aware of this. The Supreme Emperor Yin Jian is in front of you, why don't you notice it?"

This time, Yu Shiyue was silent.

In fact, since Yu Qian returned to Beijing this time, he found that something was wrong. Compared with before leaving Beijing, after returning to Beijing this time, Yu Qian gave him a sharper feeling.

Yu Shiyue had noticed this point in the memorabilia on Yu Qian's intervention in the border at that time, but at that time, he only felt that Yu Qian's words were deliberately fierce in order to attract the attention of the emperor because he was not in the capital.

However, after actually meeting Yu Qian, Yu Shiyue discovered that it was not that simple at all.

In the past few days and nights, although the two only talked about what happened in Beijing recently, Yu Shiyue always vaguely felt that Yu Qian had something on his mind.

When playing right today, his feeling became more and more intense. Perhaps for others, it is low-key to stick to one's duty and not speak too much casually, but for Qian, this is definitely not a normal thing.

This was also the reason why Yu Shiyue hurried over, and the current situation clearly confirmed his guess.

Seeing Yu Shiyue's silence, Yu Qian snorted softly and said.

"At that time, I had this idea when I heard the news that His Majesty was reforming the science and roads. However, one thing was that I had an urgent matter at hand and I couldn't get away from it. Major matters cannot be decided by His Majesty."

"However, looking at it today, my guess is really good. Your Majesty is able to discuss such a big matter without any courtiers. It can be seen that during the time I was not in the capital, the atmosphere in the court has indeed changed... "

There was a trace of dissatisfaction barely concealed in these words, which made Yu Shiyue smile wryly.

Of course he understood where Yu Qian's dissatisfaction came from.

Before he left the capital, the emperor was still an image of a holy emperor who listened to advice and accepted advice, and ruled with his bow. However, after he returned to the capital, there was almost no room for discussion on all major matters.

Take today's matter as an example, whether it is ordering a treasury to prepare food, or involving the Ministry of Criminal Justice in the big plan, it is a very involved matter.

Logically speaking, such a matter should be discussed more in the court, and then it will be finalized and implemented.

However, during the process of playing right this time, these matters were almost all decided directly by the emperor, and he didn't even mean to ask for their opinions.

Of course, Yu Shiyue believed that Yu Qian didn't have any opinion on the emperor's decision, but was a little dissatisfied with the emperor's style.

This dissatisfaction comes from today's playing pairs, and not only from today's playing pairs.

To be honest, Yu Shiyue noticed the emperor's change earlier. At first, it was in the reform of science and roads. Later, without greeting the courtiers, he directly mobilized the Beijing camp and ordered Yang Hong to leave the capital.

There is also the big plan this time, and even the reform of religious affairs mentioned by Hu Wei today. These things are almost all directly ordered by the emperor, or simply ordered to do.

Gan Gang's assertiveness is indeed appropriate for the emperor's performance during this period of time!
but……

"Ting Yi, I know what you're thinking, but to this day, His Majesty's actions are all for the sake of the country. Although there are twists and turns in the border issues, they can be resolved safely after all."

"In the palace today, His Majesty made a big plan without discussing it with the ministers. It is indeed a little inappropriate, but you are also clear about the situation of the household department. In the final analysis, it is to ensure that the follow-up matters of the military settlement can be carried out smoothly."

After sorting out his thoughts a little, Yu Shiyue opened his mouth and said.

"It's probably useless even to argue with His Majesty about these matters. What's more, things are not as bad as you think. If something goes wrong, the officials in the court will remonstrate with Your Majesty. A good direction is developing, how should I persuade him?"

"I can't, because your majesty is a bit arbitrary, and you oppose your majesty's decision. In this way, how is it different from party disputes regardless of position?"

"The affairs of the court are not a matter of will. You understand His Majesty's character. There are many affairs these days, so His Majesty sometimes has no time to discuss with the ministers. What's wrong, I'll take the opportunity to persuade you, it's not too late."

These words were earnest, but Yu Qian's complexion did not improve.

His character, what he has decided, is not a person who will be persuaded by others.

Seeing this situation, Yu Shiyue felt helpless for a while, and said.

"Then how are you doing?"

"Now that His Majesty's decree has been issued, is it possible that you are really going to stop this matter? Then without His Majesty's method, how should the follow-up matters of the military settlement be resolved?"

This sentence caught Yu Qian's attention. He didn't speak, but his expression had slightly softened.

So Yu Shiyue continued.

"So, it's not that the atmosphere in court has changed, but that His Majesty has always been wise and decisive. Even if this momentum can't be let go, you must find a suitable opportunity, and you can't recklessly make admonitions."

"opportunity……"

Yu Qian's complexion was a little complicated. Under the light of the shaking candlelight, he seemed to have thought of something, and there was a hint of thought in his eyes.

After a while, he finally spoke.

"I understand."

Even though he said that, his expression obviously didn't look like he just died down.

Seeing this situation, Yu Shiyue still wanted to speak up to persuade her.

However, Yu Qian obviously had no intention of continuing the conversation, so he waved his hand and said.

"Thank you, Brother Shi Chao, for coming to persuade me today. Please rest assured, Brother Shi Chao, Yu will not act recklessly. It's getting late today, so I won't stay with Brother Shi Chao..."

Well, with this order to chase away guests, all Yu Shiyue's words were suppressed.

Speaking of this, he had no choice but to stand up and said.

"Then the old man will leave, Ting Yi, you...you can take care of yourself."

This was the second time he said this to Qian in just a few days, but the other party obviously still didn't listen.

However, there is only so much Yu Shiyue can do. Seeing Yu Qian's recalcitrant appearance, he sighed, stopped talking, got up, took his leave and left Yu's mansion...