Prosperous advisors

Chapter 577 The Courtier's Selfishness (4)
In fact, judging from the charge of treason alone, Rong Jin was truly merciful.But this time too many people were involved.What's more, Rong Jin killed two princes and several grandsons less than half a month ago.As a result, nearly ten princes and grandsons of the emperor were killed one after another during the month when the new emperor ascended the throne.Even looking at the history of the dynasty can be called appalling.

And these princes and grandchildren naturally have princesses, so more people will be involved.

It's just that now, because of the thunderous tactics these days, Rong Jin's majesty is far from what he could compare to when Emperor Xiyue just passed away.No matter how dissatisfied these courtiers were, they dared not openly object.I had to find some trivial and unreasonable reasons in an attempt to ask the emperor to change his mind.But even the three remaining princes of the royal family have already agreed to the emperor's disposition. These people can do anything, and finally they all silently shut up under Rong Jin's gloomy eyes.

The emperor was not easy to speak, and for a moment everyone turned their attention to another person—the Prime Minister Gu Liuyun.In everyone's impression, although this handsome young prime minister has always had such an unclear relationship with the emperor, it is really because of this that the emperor has almost never rejected any proposal from Gu Liuyun, so Gu Fu Immediately there was a bustling crowd.

In the study of Gu's mansion, several senior and respectable elders sat in the study and looked at Mu Qingyi earnestly in the seat.With a glance, Mu Qingyi could tell that these were the natal families of the concubines or concubines of the princes and grandchildren from various prefectures.Now the emperor ordered duanwang's mansion to confiscate the house, and all the mansions were grounded.Needless to say, the eleventh prince who has not yet been crowned king.For example, the elders like the fifth prince didn't even mention the succession of a title.It is foreseeable that these remaining emperors and grandchildren will live like this for the rest of their lives.In this way, how can the aristocratic families who used to be closely related to these princes and grandchildren be reconciled?
"Gu Xiang, Your Majesty's new emperor ascends the throne, it is really inappropriate to act recklessly, please Gu Xiang persuade Your Majesty." Sitting at the front, an old man with gray beard and hair said earnestly.

Mu Qingyi raised her eyes, and said lightly, "Going to war rashly? Apart from Prince Duan's mansion, His Majesty didn't kill one more person. How can you say that you are going to fight rashly?"

"But... the emperor's grandsons in all the prefectures are all of the blood of the Xiyue royal family..." the old man struggled and said with all his might.

Mu Qingyi said: "It is precisely because they are all of the blood of the Xiyue royal family that they should keep their own place. You must know that the slightest carelessness of the grandsons of the royal family can shake the foundation of the country. If your majesty just let it go so easily this time, how could it be?" Isn’t it the same as encouraging others in a disguised form to violate the law? This time, His Majesty was lucky enough to escape, if it happens again... all the adults here and the truth are sinners through the ages.”

Hearing this, everyone's faces turned blue and white.It would be hypocritical to say that they are really interceding for the sake of the royal blood, most of them are naturally for their own selfishness.Mu Qingyi's words made her even more ashamed.

"Gu Xiang, just after His Majesty ascended the throne, all the royal brothers died. How does this make the world think of Your Majesty? Your Majesty is young and vigorous, but Gu Xiang should persuade him more. At this time, the world should be pardoned, and Guang Shi's kindness is the only one." ah."

Mu Qingyi's eyes flickered slightly, and she said with a faint smile: "My lord, you are serious. It is a fact that the sixth prince and the tenth prince were murdered in public for treason. However, the others have nothing to do with His Majesty. What's more, conspiracy Those who died! If those few people didn't die yesterday, I'm afraid they will inevitably end up with a glass of poisoned wine today!"

"You!" No matter how much you tried to persuade, everyone was a little annoyed, "Lord Gu, don't get carried away with your majesty's favor! How can I put it this way, these emperors and grandchildren are of the royal blood and are your majesty's close relatives. One day, your majesty will regret it , the first one to pursue must be you!"

Mu Qingyi raised her hand to pick up the teacup, but she didn't drink it, she just said indifferently: "This is a matter of the truth, so don't worry about it."

This is the meaning of serving tea to see off guests, and naturally everyone has no face to stay.Without waiting to see off the guests, they all left angrily.

"This minister of Xiyue is really interesting." Murong Xi's smiling voice came from behind the screen in the study.Gu Xiuting and Murong Xi came out from behind the screen.Although the courtiers of the Hua Kingdom are also somewhat annoying, the courtiers of Xiyue seem to be extraordinarily courageous.

Gu Xiuting said with a smile: "Probably because he was suppressed too hard during the time of Emperor Xiyue. I didn't expect the new emperor to be a ruthless one when he ascended the throne. This is testing the limit of the new emperor."

Murong Xi frowned and said: "Rong Jin is not a person who is easily tempted." These people are not afraid that Rong Jin will take them all in a fit of anger.At that time, any temptations and tricks will be nonsense.

Gu Xiuting raised his eyebrows and said with a smile: "No matter how hated Rong Jin is, he can't kill everyone, can he? After testing it a few times, they will know how to measure. These days, Xiyue doesn't have any important things to do, just take advantage of this time Cut off those restless people, and it will be much more convenient to do things in the future. Qingyi, is it?"

Mu Qingyi said with a slight smile: "Brother knows things like a god. According to the rules, there will be an Enke exam in July this year, and there will naturally be a group of new officials to fill the vacancies. Although these people are inexperienced, they are better than young people. , and a little partisan involvement."

Gu Xiuting sighed softly: "Rong Jin's temperament is not afraid of acting boldly." If it was an ordinary person, no matter who had just ascended the throne, he would probably handle things cautiously.At least wait until the foundation is stable and you have your own power in the court before dealing with those disobedient people.There is no one like Rong Jin, who directly destroys and demotes disobedient people as soon as he makes a move.This is naturally conducive to Rong Jin's quick grasp of the government, but if he is not careful, it will capsize the ship.

Murong Xi said thoughtfully: "The current situation is quite favorable to you. Only Rong Murili, Rong Murfeng and Rong Xuan are left in the royal family. If there is no member of the royal family to take the lead, these officials will also make a fuss Not going anywhere. After all... not everyone is willing to bear the charge of being a traitor and traitor."

In this way, Rong Zhang really helped Rong Jin a lot.All the brothers who wanted to get involved in the throne were all dead, and the crime would not fall on Rong Jin.If this is not the case, no matter how cleverly Rong Jin does it in the future, as long as these people are killed, they will inevitably be called cruel.It's good now, all of them are dead, although it seems troublesome to deal with the aftermath, but after this period, no matter whether it is public opinion or future history books, these things will not be able to occupy Rong Jin's body.

Mu Qingyi sighed lightly and said, "Rong Jin may not care about those infamy. But... my cousin is right."

Gu Xiuting said: "Whether you care or not is one thing, but having a good reputation is far more convenient than being a tyrant."

(End of this chapter)