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Chapter 479 Encouragement
Jiang Shaohua stepped into the emperor's bedroom.

Emperor Taihe waved his hand, and several secretaries withdrew. Jiang Shaohua sat on a chair beside the dragon couch and spoke softly about the trip to the palace.

After two sticks of incense.

After hearing the whole story, Emperor Taihe's brows relaxed and he showed a long-lost smile: "My cousin has really persuaded Prime Minister Wang. I must thank my cousin very much."

There were many civil and military officials in the court, but few were truly loyal and capable of sharing his worries. Jiang Shaohua's arrival instantly filled the vacancy around him.

Jiang Shaohua did not take credit for himself, but smiled and replied: "Prime Minister Wang has been recuperating in seclusion for more than a month, and he has long been eager to take action. The Empress Dowager sent people to visit twice before, and Prime Minister Wang wanted to support her. This is the third time I have been a lobbyist. Three times is the limit, and if Prime Minister Wang does not step down, it will be too much."

"Besides, the Emperor has already promised to spare Wang Yi and reinstate Zuo. This gives Prime Minister Wang enough respect. What other reasons does Prime Minister Wang have for not returning to the court?"

"I just ran errands and passed messages. If we really talk about the credit, the emperor should get 80%."

Emperor Taihe was coaxed into laughing: "My cousin is really funny."

With Prime Minister Wang willing to return to the court, Emperor Taihe was relieved of most of his worries and sighed to Jiang Shaohua, "No matter how many shortcomings Prime Minister Wang has, he is still the Prime Minister of Daliang. He has both ability and talent, and most of the civil officials in the court are his students and old friends. When he is not in the court, the officials are procrastinating and dithering. When he comes back, these problems will naturally be cured. No matter what, let's stabilize the court first."

Why should the emperor endure this?

In the final analysis, it was still Prime Minister Wang who had great power and could stir up the court with a single move. For more than a month, Prime Minister Wang had stayed at home, many officials in the court had not been working hard, government affairs were not handled in a timely manner, the six ministries were running slowly, and memorials were piled up like a mountain.

Emperor Taihe had no choice but to give in and ask Prime Minister Wang to return first. How could he not feel aggrieved when he was forced to this point by a powerful minister?

Jiang Shaohua restrained her smile and said softly to Emperor Taihe: "When my grandfather passed away, I mourned for him for a year. After the mourning period, I was only ten years old."

"It is not easy for a ten-year-old girl to take charge of the palace. But I did it step by step. It took me three years to win the hearts of the officials in the palace and control the fourteen counties of Nanyang County."

After hearing this, Emperor Taihe smiled bitterly and said, "It has been more than two years since I ascended the throne. At the beginning, I was full of ambitions, but after two years, I have become mediocre and incompetent and can do nothing. Now I am sick and lying on the bed. Compared with my cousin, I am extremely ashamed."

Jiang Shaohua said softly, "My cousin, you misunderstood. I just said this to tell you that Nanyang County only has 100,000 people. The officials of the royal palace and the county magistrates of the 14 counties add up to only more than 20 people. It will take my sister three years to do it. Daliang has 40 states, 300 counties, more than 1,000 counties, and tens of millions of people. There are only a few hundred people who are qualified to participate in the grand court meeting. Counting the civil and military officials of various positions in various places, there are more than 10,000 officials."

"Such a vast territory, such a vast country, and so many ministers. It is extremely difficult to govern well. It is definitely not something that can be done overnight."

"My cousin has done well enough. Don't be discouraged. Once you recover, you can take things slowly."

"If two years doesn't work, then five years. If five years doesn't work, then ten or eight years."

"My cousin is so young. Even if he is twenty years old, he is still in his prime. This country belongs to him. Just sit on the throne with peace of mind. There is no need to rush to do anything. Just do it one thing at a time and take it one step at a time."

Emperor Taihe was silent for a long time before he whispered, "My grandmother always nags me, complaining that I can't control the prime minister and the court. My mother, who is unable to move because of my grandmother's pressure, also often complains. The court officials are much older than me and have different statuses, so no one dares and no one will come to comfort me. The few Zhongshu Sheren are the people closest to me. But they have never said such words of comfort and encouragement."

He carried a heavy burden on his shoulders, trembling with fear and often panicking. People around him were very critical of his many demands, and no one encouraged him so warmly.

Jiang Shaohua stared at Emperor Taihe and said softly, "There is actually a contradiction between the monarch and his subjects. When the monarch is strong, the subjects are weak, and when the monarch is weak, the subjects are strong. My cousin ascended the throne at a young age, and with powerful ministers by his side, everything was restrained and it was difficult for him to achieve anything. This is really not my cousin's fault. Several Zhongshu Sheren are my cousin's confidants, and they are also my cousin's subjects. There are some things that they are not allowed to say, and they don't have the courage to do so."

"As for the Grand Empress Dowager and the Empress Dowager, please forgive me for being so bold. If they have political wisdom and can help you solve your problems, they will be your greatest help."

There is no need to say what comes next.

Empress Dowager Zheng was good at managing the harem and fighting with others, but she had no ability to manage the government. Empress Dowager Li was even worse, and was only at the level of fighting among the concubines in the harem.

The mother-in-law and daughter-in-law fought fiercely, and they all took out their energy on Emperor Taihe. After Emperor Taihe was busy with the previous dynasty, he also had to take care of his grandmother and mother, mediating their conflicts, which exhausted him mentally and physically.

Emperor Taihe was hit in a sore spot and couldn't help but sigh.

"As a vassal king, I shouldn't leave the vassal easily. But I knew my cousin was seriously ill, and I was really worried, so I had to come." Jiang Shaohua also sighed: "After I came, I saw my cousin lying on the bed, and I felt really bad."

"My cousin, you must cheer up and take good care of yourself. Daliang can't do without you. Everyone in the palace depends on you. It is because of your care that I have the status and glory I have today."

The slightly sad atmosphere was broken by the last sentence.

Emperor Taihe laughed: "Cousin, you are telling the truth."

Jiang Shaohua pursed her lips and smiled: "It was the truth. My cousin allowed me to enter the court and allowed me to raise troops and be self-reliant. Without my cousin's generosity, how could I, the Princess of Nanyang, be so noble today!"

Emperor Taihe was amused again: "After hearing what you said, I really should cheer up and continue to be my cousin's supporter in the future."

Jiang Shaohua nodded repeatedly: "It's nice to be under a big tree! My cousin is sitting on the throne securely, and I can also benefit from it."

After a few jokes, the atmosphere became much more relaxed.

Emperor Taihe smiled and said, "It's rare for you to come to the capital, so stay for a few more days before returning."

"My sister has the same plan. At least I have to wait until my cousin is able to go to court before returning to Nanyang County." Jiang Shaohua smiled and said, "My sister will return to Nanyang County to celebrate the New Year and stay in the palace for three months."

After three months, it’s time to take good care of your body.

Emperor Taihe smiled and hummed, then glanced at Jiang Shaohua and said, "Come and talk to me every day."

Jiang Shaohua responded with a smile: "I will obey the emperor's order."