Why did the emperor rebel?

Chapter 1028 Xu Youzhen's Chance
"Your Majesty, this is my plan, but..."

Standing at the foot of the Chonghua Palace, Zhu Yi unhurriedly recounted all the plans she had said to Zhang Xiang that day, and finally, with a slightly embarrassed face, said.

"... It seems that Zhang Tongzhi is quite skeptical about the minister's ability to accomplish this. Therefore, until now, the progress of the military mansion has been very slow."

Since the Supreme Emperor wanted to use the emperor's mind, Zhu Yi naturally wanted to cooperate with him.

The so-called way of imperial power is to give grace and power together. The "beating" just now is considered power, so the next step is naturally to give the Supreme Emperor a chance to show grace.

Sure enough, upon hearing this, Zhu Qizhen smiled slightly and waved his hands.

"As for Wang Qin's matter, after all, you are the Duke's mansion to benefit from, so it's common for Zhang Xiang to hesitate. However, you are all the leaders of the country. If there is any misunderstanding, just talk about it."

"You don't have to worry about this matter. I will find an opportunity to talk to Zhang Min at Zhengdan in two days and ask him to help you."

It was Zhu Yi who handed it over, so naturally it was already prepared.

Hearing the Taishanghuang's all-encompassing words, Zhu Yi was overjoyed and said.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

"It's okay, you do things well, not only serving the community, but also being loyal to me, but..."

Zhu Qizhen nodded in satisfaction, and immediately became solemn again, and asked.

"It's not a problem with Zhang Min, but are you sure your plan is feasible? Don't you really make wedding clothes for others at the end?"

Seeing this situation, Zhu Yi also hesitated, and said.

"Your Majesty, I dare not say that I am [-]% sure, but there is at least a [-]% chance. I feel that you can give it a try. If you don't do anything, then the result will be the same in the end."

After saying this, Zhu Qizhen pondered for a moment, but nodded his head lightly, which seemed to agree with Zhu Yi's statement.

Seeing this situation, Zhu Yi said cautiously again.

"It's just that your Majesty, I still have one thing to worry about, that is, if I come forward directly, if something happens, the two governments may be implicated, so I thought, can I find someone who has an existing status in the court, Someone who has the guts to help."

"Who do you want to use?"

Zhu Qizhen frowned and asked straightforwardly.

So, Zhu Yi spit out a name, and then he knelt on the ground and said.

"Your Majesty, I know that doing so may offend the clan, but after much deliberation, there is no other way. Please give me your Majesty's warning."

Sure enough, after hearing this name, Zhu Qizhen's expression also changed.

However, looking at Zhu Yi who was kneeling on the ground, his expression also changed for a while, but in the end, he just waved his hand lightly and said.

"You'd better be careful."

It's not sure, and it's not sure, but Zhu Yi already understood this attitude, kowtowed again, and said.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

So, Zhu Qizhen sighed, and didn't get too entangled in this matter, but said.

"At the hunting ground in spring, you suggested to the imperial court to build a young army. Now that Yang Jie has returned to Beijing, the emperor probably has no reason to delay this matter, so he took this opportunity to do it together. Alright."

The tone of these words was calm, but it was obviously not a discussion, but an order.

In other words, it was Zhu Qizhen's condition.

Although Zhu Yi didn't feel that Zhu Qizhen was at a disadvantage in the matter just now, he still stood up respectfully and said.

"The minister obeys the order..."

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Qianqing Palace.

Standing at the bottom, Shu Liang talked about what happened in the Nangong one by one.

"Forgive me, my lord. Zhang Min went to Nangong a few days ago, but at that time, the Supreme Emperor retreated to the left and right, so I didn't find out what was specifically discussed."

So, this is the shortcoming of being too laissez-faire with Nangong.

If, like in the previous life, the gate was filled with lead, all the trees were cut down, and the forbidden army strictly guarded it, then Zhu Qizhen's connection with the outside world could be blocked to the greatest extent.

But for this kind of thing, it is useless to strictly guard against it. There is only a thousand days to be a thief, and there is no reason to guard against a thief for a thousand days.

Under strict precautions, for Zhu Qizhen, as long as he can succeed once, then everything can be reversed.

So until now, Zhu Qiyu has not ordered the Nangong to be completely sealed off. Sometimes, hiding in the dark is more useful than putting everything on the bright side.

Of course, Zhu Qizhen is not stupid, he more or less listened to what the Empress Dowager Sun said, at least the people who served him were his cronies.

Moreover, when talking about some confidential matters, at most there are only two most confidant maids around.

So indeed, there are some news that cannot be found.

"It's okay, if the Supreme Emperor doesn't even have this bit of vigilance, then there is really no threat."

Zhu Qiyu waved his hand, but he didn't care about it.

Regardless of whether it is past life or present life, Zhu Qizhen, who has been reduced to the present situation, has actually become a figure whose symbolic significance is greater than actual significance.

He may not be the one who made the decision for the Nangong Incident in the previous life, and he may not be able to control the nobles who are attached to him now.

If Zhang Min was really loyal to Nangong, he would not have teamed up with Zhu Yi to deceive Zhu Qizhen before.

Therefore, Zhu Qizhen is not the most important thing. Of course, Zhu Yi's actions at the beginning were indeed a little reckless.

Thinking of this, Zhu Qiyu couldn't help but feel a bit of a headache. Whether it was Yang Jie, Zhu Yi, or even Ren Hong, these young people were all too determined. It's not impossible to do what they are told, but they often go too far. He needs to come back to deal with the aftermath.

Shaking his head, Zhu Qiyu said.

"The matter has come to this point, it is not without benefits, at least in the future, it will be much more convenient for Zhu Yi to do things in the court."

"However, there is a growing estrangement between him and Nangong, and there are still hidden dangers. From this point of view, it's time for Xu Youzhen to make a move."

Shu Liang bowed his body with a respectful voice.

"What does the emperor mean?"

"Didn't Xu Youzhen always want to use his strength to get promoted? Just give him a chance, and Zhang Min asked him to figure out a way to gain the trust of the British government."

For Xu Youzhen, it was just an idle move, but now it seems that it is a wonderful move.

In the final analysis, it is not a skill to keep Zhu Qizhen in check, it is really useful to be optimistic about the available people under his command.

"Yes, this servant will send a message to Mr. Xu when he returns."

Shu Liang nodded and said immediately.

"In addition to this matter, the Duke of the country also heard that he has already made all the preparations that should be made, and there is only a few princes who need to talk to each other. However, taking advantage of the new year It can also be prepared during the festival, as long as His Majesty allows it, you can do it at any time."

As soon as these words came out, the air pressure in the hall dropped significantly.

Shu Liang lowered his head, closed his mouth tightly, and did not speak again.

After a long time, a soft sigh sounded.

"Just find an opportunity after the New Year's Eve."

"The servant obeys the order..."

As the days went forward day by day, there was another snowfall, and the entire Forbidden City became a world covered in silver.

With a 'click', the little lock was buckled into the lock cylinder, and this year was completely over.

After Xu Youzhen greeted each of her colleagues with a smile, she rubbed her hands together, got on her little sedan chair, and gave instructions.

"Go to Chen Shangshu's mansion."

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"What? Xu Youzhen?"

There are very few official holidays for officials in Ming Dynasty. Chen Shangshu managed to survive until New Year's Eve and was playing with his little grandson when he received the news of this unexpected visitor.

Frowning, Chen Xundao.

"What is he doing?"

Seeing that Chen Xun's complexion was not good, the housekeeper below said with a cautious tone.

"They said they came to pay New Year's greetings to the master."

"pay a New Year call?"

Chen Xun sneered and said.

"New Year's Eve comes to pay New Year's greetings, he can figure it out!"

So the butler asked cautiously.

"Then, do you want to reject Mr. Xu?"

"No, let him wait for me in the hall!"

After pondering for a while, Chen Xun still spoke.

He has a personality that doesn't like to offend people. After all, Xu Youzhen can be regarded as a member of the East Palace now, so it's okay to see him.

What's more, since Chen Xun scolded him and left him last time when he plotted against Du Ning, he has not dared to enter the Chen's house for a long time.

Now that he came over suddenly, Chen Xun was a little curious, what was the matter with him, and he was not even afraid of being scolded.

So, the butler went down to call for someone, and Chen Xun teased the little grandson again. After that, he didn't even change his casual robe and soft shoes, but put on a cloak, and came to the flower hall.

There was a fire burning in the living room, and the visitors were guests, so the people below naturally would not treat Xu Youzhen slowly, the hand stove, tea and snacks were all prepared.

However, Xu Youzhen didn't even sit down, and kept waiting at the door with her hands down.

Seeing Chen Xunshun coming down the corridor, Xu Youzhen had a respectful attitude, stepped forward and said.

"The student has seen the teacher!"

"Yuanyu has been in the future for a long time. Why do you think of it today and visit me, an old man?"

When actually facing Xu Youzhen, Chen Xun still looked kind, and sat down in the flower hall, he waved to Xu Youzhen and said.

"sit."

"It's the student's fault. In fact, the New Year's Eve is approaching these days, and the East Palace is busy, so I couldn't visit the teacher in time. I hope the teacher will forgive me."

Xu Youzhen cupped her hands, her tone still respectful.

Seeing this situation, Chen Xun didn't exchange greetings with him too much, and said straightforwardly.

"The East Palace is busy, this old man knows, but tomorrow will be Zhengdan. As usual, His Royal Highness will receive congratulations in the Wenhua Palace. As an official of the East Palace, you must have another busy day. Now that you have left the Yamen, you If you don't hurry back to the mansion and rest, why did you come to the old man's mansion?"

"Could it be possible, do you think the old man is the kind of person who doesn't care about human feelings and insists on making disciples go back and forth?"

This is a bit of a joke.

However, Xu Youzhen hurriedly said.

"The students don't dare, but the teacher has a clear view. The students really have something to discuss with the teacher when they come here."

"What's the matter, tell me."

Chen Xun had expected this a long time ago, so his expression was very peaceful, said.

So Xu Youzhen opened her mouth and asked.

"Students heard that after the New Year's Day, the Ministry of Officials will hold a big plan?"

"Well, there's this thing."

Chen Xun nodded, his tone still flat.

Seeing this situation, Xu Youzhen smiled and said.

"My lord Tianguan is very courageous. The Beijing inspection is advanced, and the big plan must also be advanced. From this point of view, next year may be troubled."

Hearing this, Chen Xun narrowed his eyes, but did not speak.

However, this change in expression was naturally caught by Xu Youzhen, so he opened his mouth and said.

"To tell the truth, the students still remember that during the Beijing inspection, the Lord Tianguan was stern and selfless, and dismissed a large number of officials in the middle of the capital, many of whom were old friends of the same year as the students. Back to the capital."

These words were full of emotion, but after hearing this, Chen Xun's face became a little ugly. You must know that the suppression of Qingliu started from Jingcha.

During the Beijing inspection, many officials from Qingliu were severely hit. In the process of the Beijing inspection, many young people he was optimistic about, such as Peng Shi, Pei Lun, and Shang Ren, were all offended by Wang Wen. He was demoted from Beijing.

After that, Qingliu's lineage began to decline.

At this time Xu Youzhen brought up this matter, and made it clear which pot was not opened and which pot was being lifted, Chen Xun was naturally unhappy, and there was a bit of displeasure when he spoke, said.

"During the New Year's Eve, you came to the old man just to talk about this?"

Seeing that the old man was a little angry, Xu Youzhen said quickly.

"Mr. Rong, the students are just worried. The last time the Jingcha, Mr. Gao Ge, Shang Shidu and others were demoted from Beijing, it can be seen that the Lord Tianguan does not have a good impression of Qingliu's lineage."

"Although the big plan this time is not as good as Jingcha, the students are still worried, will the old things happen again?"

During the New Year's Eve, Mr. Chen was already in a bad mood when an uninvited guest came to the door. Seeing Xu Youzhen's 'worried' expression, he felt even more unhappy, and said with a cold snort.

"What on earth do you have to say, just say it!"

The implication is that if he goes around again, the old man will serve tea to see off the guests.

Therefore, Xu Youzhen didn't dare to betray her anymore, said.

"Teacher, the students want to say that it is not a good thing for the court to go on like this. It is not a long-term solution for Wang Wen, Yu Qian and others to control the government now."

"Your Majesty has suppressed the way of science during this period of time, neglected the Qingliu, and reused cronies. If things go on like this, the imperial court may no longer have a positive voice."

"Of course, Yu Shaobao's Qing celebrity is well known, but now the Ministry of War is full of his cronies, and the Ministry of Officials is planning another big plan. It's hard to say that it's not for further control of civil and military officials."

"So, for the sake of the imperial court, the students feel that there should be some old officials who can hold the scene above the imperial hall and beside His Majesty, who can persuade the emperor when necessary, so as not to mistrust traitors, and cast Big mistake."

Hearing the string song, he knew the elegant meaning, Chen Xun only thought for a while, and then understood Xu Youzhen's meaning, raised his eyebrows, and said two words lightly.

"cabinet?"

Now in the court, there are still vacancies, and there are only a few cabinet ministers who can be called important ministers.

According to the regulations set by the Son of Heaven at the time, the cabinet should have six people, but it has never been full. After Jiang Yuan left, there were only four people left in the cabinet. It implicates Zhang Min and Zhu Jian who are committing crimes.

Chen Xun had been in the cabinet before, so he naturally knew how much government affairs the cabinet had to deal with every day, especially since Yu Shiyue also served as Zhan Shi of the Prince's House, a large part of his energy would be allocated to the cabinet.

So to be honest, the cabinet is indeed short of people now.

However, Xu Youzhen came at this time...

There was a strange flash in his eyes, and Chen Xun asked.

"Who do you think is competent?"

(End of this chapter)