Corrupt official in the Red Chamber

Chapter 248 Secret Hands
"Haha, Jia Aiqing, you are quite resourceful. You have been the head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs for a short time, and yet you are able to save so much money."

The Supreme Emperor was also a little surprised. He didn't expect Jia Rui to be able to make money so much.

"Back to the Emperor, the internal affairs manage a large amount of land, farms and shops. If used well, there will be a large surplus every year."

The Supreme Emperor nodded and sighed. He actually knew this, but the Ministry of Internal Affairs used to suffer losses every year because the people in charge of the Ministry of Internal Affairs were embezzling from them.

From his son King Zhongshun to a small yamen servant below, everyone became a fat pig.

But what can he do?These people in the Ministry of Internal Affairs were all servants who had followed the late emperor, and were even leftover servants from Taizu's wars in the north and south. They had been related to their families for several lifetimes, so as the head of the family, he could only turn a blind eye.

"Then I will also allocate 20 taels of silver."

The Supreme Emperor lowered his head and thought for a moment. This was only 30 taels of silver, but if he wanted to send troops to Ryukyu, he would not have enough money. He would have to raise at least 200 million taels of silver to be able to barely support it.

But for the Emperor to take out so much money alone, the Emperor felt pain and his heart was beating, so he simply diverted his attention.

"Then what do you do with the rest of the money?"

Jia Rui smiled, lowered his head and said to the Supreme Emperor: "There are many officials in our court who have made some minor mistakes. If it were in the past, they would have been demoted or dismissed from office and returned home, but they are all members of the court. If all the talents we use leave, it will be detrimental to the court, so why not fine them some money and let them stay in office."

After hearing this, the Emperor's eyes widened and he wanted to scold Jia Rui, but he quickly realized what Jia Rui meant.

Regardless of the mistakes these officials made, in fact they were just embezzling and blackmailing the people, but they had already extorted a lot of money and were full.

If we remove them and replace them with new officials, they may be more ruthless than these corrupt officials, so it is better to keep them. The court and ourselves can also get some money, and the people will not be harmed by these new corrupt officials. Excessive blackmail.

The Supreme Emperor walked around the ground a few times, and finally sat back on the throne. After thinking back and forth for half an hour, he finally made up his mind.

"This matter can be done, but it won't last long. Let's do it for three years first."

Jia Rui quickly kowtowed, "Thank you for your mercy. Officials all over the world will be grateful to your Majesty."

"Okay, stop talking about this, come up with a name." The Emperor waved his hand tiredly.

"Your Majesty, what do you think of calling it Yizuiyin?"

"Argument silver?"

The Supreme Emperor thought for a moment, then nodded, "This is a good name, it's him."

Then the Supreme Empress continued: "This matter will be handled by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Personnel."

With this sentence, Jia Rui understood what the Supreme Emperor meant, which meant that the money obtained this time went directly into the inner treasury without going through the treasury.

But that’s okay, you can also make a fortune from it.

The Supreme Emperor finally breathed a sigh of relief, having arranged a way out for the loser.

Seeing that the matter was settled, Jia Rui quickly took out the memorial in his hand and handed it to the Supreme Emperor.

"Your Majesty, this time I am exempted from the memorial of Governor Shi Nai Cao Yun."

The Supreme Emperor took it and looked at it, then nodded and stretched out his hand to Zhao Jin, who immediately handed over the imperial pen.

Then, the Supreme Emperor marked "I understand" on the folding paper.

Then threw it to Jia Rui.

"That's it for today. You can go back and work. I'm tired too. It's time to take a rest."

After finishing speaking, the Supreme Emperor sat on the kang and closed his eyes to rest.

Jia Rui didn't dare to disturb the Supreme Emperor, so he kowtowed quickly, turned around and retreated.

When Jia Rui was completely gone, the Supreme Emperor opened his eyes.

"Is Jia Rui's method feasible?"

The Supreme Emperor asked Zhao Jin, who had been standing beside him.

How dare Zhao Jin answer such a thing?

"Your Majesty, how dare you, a slave and a lowly person, discuss government affairs?"

The Supreme Emperor was a little dissatisfied, and then looked at Qin Shun.

"Qin Shun, tell me."

Qin Shun was suddenly promoted and was in high spirits. When the Supreme Emperor asked him, he immediately said:
"I think Master Jia's words are reasonable."

"Oh, what do you think?"

"Think about it, Your Majesty. There are so many corrupt officials in the world, and we can't kill them all no matter what. We might as well make some money from them. This money can not only improve people's lives, but also prepare for emergencies."

The Emperor smiled, which was why he agreed to Jia Rui.

The Supreme Emperor has been ruling the world for many years. He naturally knows that the world is as dark as crows and that none of those officials are cruel and ruthless, staring at the people's money with red eyes.

Such people are like leeks. They are killed over and over again, but they can never be killed completely. They might as well be used by me.

"You're right. Then you should also participate in the matter of discussing crime and cooperate with Jia Rui."

Qin Shun's face was filled with ecstasy. This was a powerful force that almost controlled the life and death of those corrupt officials.

Zhao Jing looked at the joy on Qin Shun's face and felt a little disdainful. This guy is still young. How dare he get involved in such a big thing?

This matter will definitely cause turmoil in the government and the public. After obtaining the appropriate amount of money, the Supreme Emperor will definitely introduce someone to be a scapegoat.

As for Jia Rui, the Supreme Emperor almost regarded him as an eyeball, so naturally he would not let Jia Rui be used as a scapegoat.

Who is the final scapegoat?It can only be you, Qin Shun.

After all, you are an eunuch. Throughout the ages, civil servants and eunuchs have always avoided dealing with each other. And since you were involved in this matter, the Supreme Emperor is even more confident in letting you take the blame.

Qin Shun didn't know it yet, but a steel knife had been placed on his neck, and he was still there happily!Besides, Jia Rui left the Dragon Head Palace and returned to the cabinet first.

After entering the door, Jia Rui had a sullen face. Without saying anything else, he shook the folding book in his hand and said:

"The Emperor has approved the removal of Baoling Hou Shi Nai as Governor of Water Transport."

Li Chengyang stepped forward and took the memorial from Jia Rui, opened it and looked at it. Sure enough, the Emperor already had Zhu Pi.

"If that's the case, let's send it to the Ministry of Personnel."

"I just happened to go to the Ministry of Civil Affairs and have something to do. Let me take you there by the way." Jia Rui said as he took the memorial.

"Then I'll trouble Mr. Jia." He Chaodong, Li Chengyang and others said.

After Jia Rui left the cabinet and left the palace, he took two young men and guards to the entrance of the official office on Yu Street.

When the government servants at the door saw Jia Rui coming, they naturally came up to fawn over him. Some helped Jia Rui dismount, and some quickly took Jia Rui's horse inside and fed it with good feed.

"Are you, Mr. Shen, here?"

"Back to Mr. Jia, our minister has just returned."

Shen Wence, who was in the talking room, also got the news and came out to greet Jia Rui.

Jia Rui nodded, and then walked into the staff department first, followed by Shen Wence.

As if entering his own home, Jia Rui walked around behind the official department and came to the flower hall.

Jia Rui sat in the middle like a master, while Shen Wence was accompanying him.

After Jia Rui sat down, he handed the author in his hand to Shen Wence, "You officials should distribute the notes approved by the Emperor immediately."

Shen Wence took it and took a look, then smiled, "Bowling Marquis Shi Nai is really unlucky. I thought he would cause us trouble, but he gave up the choice first."

"Haha, I'm afraid it's the extreme joy that brings sorrow, right?"

"My lord, what you are saying is that you must be crazy happy to suddenly become such an important official. I don't know what to do at home!"

"Okay, let's not talk about this anymore. Please don't spread what is said next."

"What are your instructions, sir?"

Jia Rui lowered his voice and repeated his suggestions in Longshou Palace.

Shen Wence was also shocked after hearing this.

But on second thought, this is also a way to expand power.

These officials who were exonerated by Mr. Jia will be Mr. Jia’s natural supporters in the future.

If this continues for a few years, Mr. Jia's power will be able to spread to every corner of the dynasty, whether local or central.

When that time comes, even if the new emperor wants to take action against Mr. Jia, he will have to think about it.

In this way, Mr. Jia can expand his power but cannot put a lot of money into his pocket. He really kills two birds with one stone.

"The Supreme Emperor has asked the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Civil Affairs to handle this matter together. You can also find a few confidants to cooperate with me when the time comes."

Shen Wence smiled so hard that the wrinkles on his forehead were opened. He didn't expect Mr. Jia to give him such a big surprise.

"Don't worry, sir. I will arrange the manpower immediately and will not hold you back."

"The charter of this matter has not been finalized yet. You first draw up a deal to determine the amount of silver needed to determine the severity of the crime."

"Yes, the subordinate understands."

Jia Rui nodded, and when talking to smart people, there was no need to speak too clearly.

"You, I'm not worried, but you have to make it clear to your men that some people's money can be collected, and some people's money cannot be collected."

You must know that these criminal officials will offend the boss and be impeached if they fail to protect everything, so you should keep your eyes open before cashing out.

"Sir, if our people can't even understand this, they are in vain."

"Well, you just have to know what's going on."

After saying this, Jia Rui stood up and stretched.

"I'm going back first, you can figure this out yourself."

Jia Rui turned to leave, but was stopped by Shen Wence as he walked out of the door.

"Sir, have you forgotten something?"

Jia Rui turned around and looked at him in surprise.After that, his mind started spinning crazily, and suddenly he thought of something.

He forgot that the Emperor might send someone to supervise.

Jia Rui waved his hand and said, "I'm really busy."

"If the Supreme Emperor really sends someone here, this person will also get a share of the money, and the molecules will be the same as yours. As for the final distribution, we will discuss it in detail when the person arrives."

This time, Shen Wence said nothing.

Jia Rui left the official department and rushed to his house. As soon as he arrived at Ningrong Street, he saw a row of carriages in front of him.

There were dozens of maids and servants in front and behind the carriage.

Seeing such a big movement, Jia Rui quickly ordered his servant Wangcai to go over and ask him what happened.

(End of this chapter)