Kowloon wins

Chapter 981 Active Compromise ([-])

"My lord is back."

In the study room in the inner courtyard of the Summer Palace, Old Master Chen in a white robe was playing chess leisurely. When he heard the sound of Hong Qing's footsteps entering the room, he immediately raised his head and greeted him with a smile on his face.

"The disciple has seen the master."

Although Hong Qing had just won a big victory in the court meeting, Hong Qing was not overjoyed, on the contrary, there was a little melancholy floating between her brows. It was obvious that her heart was not peaceful, but she did not lose her manners.

"Isn't it a pleasure for the prince to return home after a great victory?"

Even though the melancholy on Hong Qing's face was so light that it was almost imperceptible, Old Master Chen could tell it at a glance, and even guessed what Hong Qing was worried about, but he didn't point it out, but joked She teased Hong Qing politely.

"Master, I laughed. The disciples didn't want to fight, but the tree wanted to be quiet, and the wind kept blowing, so I had to. If things go on like this, the state affairs will be worrying."

As soon as he heard what Old Master Chen said, Hong Qing knew that his thoughts had been seen through by him, but she didn't care, she lifted the hem of her robe, and sat opposite Old Master Chen, shaking her head. Shaking his head, he sighed with a bit of bitterness.

"Good, the prince can think of this, and it is also the appearance of a wise king."

If Hong Qing's words were heard by others, they would definitely think that Hong Qing was being hypocritical, but Old Master Chen knew that these words were Hong Qing's true thoughts, so he couldn't help laughing.

"Are you asking Master to teach me?"

In less than a month since returning from the Western Expedition, political disputes have erupted one after another, and the conflict with Emperor Chengde has almost reached the point where a bayonet is red. It is not clear that there is a better way other than force to solve it - yes, force to solve it will plant endless disasters for future generations, but if it is not like this, it will inevitably lead to continuous court disputes, and if things go on like this, all kinds of The national affairs that lay the foundation for the future are bound to be greatly affected. If you can’t seize the commanding heights, how can you compete with the Western powers for world hegemony? You must know that the Western powers are already in the early stage of the industrial revolution. Once the Western powers seize the opportunity again, The strength will inevitably increase again and again, and the difficulty for Da Qing to stand on top of the world will undoubtedly increase exponentially, and this is obviously not a situation that Hong Qing likes to see.

"My lord should know that balance is the key to governing a country. It is inappropriate to be stubborn in the end. It is the right way to relax and relax. Now that the military power is in hand, but the Ministry of Consumer Industry is safe, you might as well make a little concession in other areas. Let's let it go It’s good that the court seems to be in balance, and within three to five years at most, major events should be settled.”

As soon as Hong Qing's gesture of sincerely asking for advice came out, Old Master Chen immediately laughed in relief, and explained the key point in a peaceful manner.

"Master has taught you the right thing. This disciple knows what to do. It doesn't matter if he goes to the palace to pay his respects tomorrow morning."

Although what Old Master Chen said did not involve a specific way to deal with it, it can be seen that Hong Qing's IQ is clear at one point, and he has made a decision in his heart...

"... Alas, if things go on like this, the country will not be the country, so what will the country survive!"

Two flowers bloomed, one for each branch, not to mention the other side of the Summer Palace, Hong Qing was discussing with Mrs. Chen secretly, but said that as soon as the fourth master left the court, he rushed back to his palace and headed all the way to the study in the inner courtyard. Wu Sidao was told in detail about all the things that happened that morning, and at the end, he even felt bitter.

"Oh, regardless of how the country is, such a tight court situation is really beneficial to the prince. If Wu's predictions are not bad, there will be a decree coming to the government at the latest the day after tomorrow. There are more benefits than less ears."

Seeing the fourth master pretending to be concerned about the country and the people, Wu Sidao couldn't help laughing, nothing else, the fourth master is not concerned about the safety of the country, but only worried about Hongqing's overbearing and invincibility. Regarding this, Wu Sidao He knew a lot in his heart, and he didn't bother to speak out, but gave a favorable judgment with a smile.

"Huh? How do you say this?"

Hearing Wu Sidao's words, the fourth master immediately frowned, there was no one else. In this court meeting, the fourth master fought hard for Emperor Chengde. Although he never succeeded, he has already You did your best, and there should be rewards for meritorious deeds. According to Si Ye's thinking, in order to resist Hong Qing's power, Emperor Chengde must unite all available forces. Under such circumstances, Si Ye I thought to myself that it should be able to be reused, but according to Wu Sidao's analysis, it seems that my own side's benefits will not be too great, which inevitably made the fourth master very puzzled.

"Nowadays, people who love power, although they are repeatedly defeated by Prince Ren, will never give up. This is the root of our benefit from it. I think the prince should know it well. As for The amount of benefit depends on the choice Prince Ren made."

Wu Sidao smiled lightly and pointed out the key point, but he didn't say what was wrong.

"Hmm... Sir, you mean that guy Hong Qing will lose his sincerity to the third child? Shouldn't that be the case?"

The fourth master is a shrewd person, although Wu Sidao never said it clearly, but he only pondered for a while, and he already saw the root of the problem, but he didn't really believe that such a situation would happen, is it reasonable? It's very simple, in the eyes of the fourth master, Hongqing is now in a great situation, and the world is invincible by coercing the emperor to command the princes. If it were his fourth master, even if he didn't force Emperor Chengde to take the throne, he would definitely not be able to Let Emperor Chengde have the possibility to rise again.

"There is no saying that it is impossible, the key lies in the number of lifespans of today's emperor. If there is the lifespan of the former emperor today, Prince Ren will not let go. It is inevitable to continue to suppress. On the contrary, what if you loosen up a little bit?" Well, as long as the military power is in your hands, why not be afraid of the changing situation in the court, but you can take the opportunity to do some practical things, and get the reputation of being virtuous and filial, why not do it?"

Wu Sidao smiled sternly, and explained the reason why Hong Qing was able to make a compromise.

"Oh? From Mr.'s point of view, how long will the third child live?"

Hearing that Emperor Chengde's life was about to end, Fourth Master's eyes immediately froze, and he hurriedly asked questions.

"It's hard to say, last year when summer came into being, today I came to Changchun Garden, and Wu once watched it from afar. According to fate, his lifespan will not last forever, no more than ten years. Now, under repeated setbacks, The number is less, and it is good for the prince to make preparations earlier."

Wu Sidao has a lot of experience in the face-to-face meeting, and the judgment he deduces is roughly the same as that of Old Master Chen. They both believe that Emperor Chengde's lifespan will be exhausted, and the difference is only in the determination of the specific lifespan.

"Um……"

The fourth master has always been convinced of Wu Sidao's ability. Although he still has doubts in his heart, he didn't ask any more questions, but frowned slightly and fell into deep thought...

"Qizou Your Majesty, Prince Ren has been waiting at the gate of the palace for a long time, please give your Majesty an order."

At that moment, the sun had already risen to a height of three poles, Emperor Chengde finally sat up from the dragon couch in a drowsy state, and when he was rubbing his eyes, he saw Li Dequan rushing forward from the screen, hurriedly speaking Reported a sentence.

"What is he doing here, hmph, no see!"

Yesterday's court meeting was a complete failure. Emperor Chengde was annoyed, and called Fang Bao and Li Minquan to the Hall of Mental Cultivation. After discussing secretly for a long time, he couldn't find any feasible way to deal with it. , Emperor Chengde almost stayed up all night last night, and it was only at dawn that he became dazed for a while. At this moment, his heart was burning. Staring, he scolded angrily.

"twitter!"

Seeing that Emperor Chengde's expression was not right, Li Dequan didn't dare to say hello, he hastily responded, turned around and was about to go out.

"Wait!"

Before Li Dequan could reach the screen, Emperor Chengde changed his mind again. After taking a sip, he lifted his feet and got off the dragon couch. Several maids waiting beside him rushed forward to serve Emperor Chengde better clothes.

"Go, pass that guy on to me!"

After changing his clothes, Emperor Chengde did not speak in a hurry, but lowered his head, paced back and forth in the bedroom for a long time, and then gave instructions with frowning.

"twitter!"

Since Emperor Chengde had given such orders, Li Dequan didn't dare to delay a bit, and hastily complied with the promise, and left the palace in a hurry, not long after, he came in from the outside accompanied by Hong Qing, who was dressed in court clothes .

"My son kowtowed to Huang Ama."

As soon as Fang turned around the screen, he could see Emperor Chengde sitting on the dragon couch with a gloomy face. Hong Qing didn't dare to ignore it, hurriedly walked a few steps, rushed to the couch, knelt down on the ground respectfully Respecting the ground is a big gift and paying homage incessantly.

"no."

Although Hong Qing was respectful, Emperor Chengde didn't give Hong Qing a very good look. After deliberately stopping for a while, he finally cried out in a cold voice.

"Thank you Emperor Amalongen, long live my emperor, long live, long live!"

For Emperor Chengde's petty behavior, Hong Qing couldn't help being a little annoyed and funny, but he didn't bring it to his face, and after thanking him politely, he got up with the opportunity, He put on an obedient appearance of listening to instructions respectfully.

"Finally, what's the matter with me, huh?"

Although a day had passed, Emperor Chengde's dissatisfaction with Hongqing had not diminished in the slightest, and the tone of his question was full of undisguised impatience and coldness.

"So that Huang Ama can know that the son-in-law came here to ask for resignation."

Even though Emperor Chengde's dislike of seeing him was clearly on his face, Hong Qing didn't care at all, but when he saw him bowing down, he expressed his intention very respectfully.

"What, please resign? Please resign? Tell me clearly."

As soon as Hong Qing's words came out, Emperor Chengde was taken aback for a moment, stared at Hong Qing suspiciously for a long time, and then asked in doubt.

"Huang Ama learned that the mission of military reform is of great importance, and some of it should not be neglected. I dare not be careless. Although I think of it conscientiously, I still fear that it will be lost. It is difficult for me to devote myself to the affairs of the court, so I went forward. Come here to resign from the post of Minister of Military Aircraft, and ask for the permission of Emperor Ama."

Hearing Emperor Chengde's question, Hong Qing's face immediately showed a few traces of shame, and she spoke out the truth with sincerity, which made Emperor Chengde stunned on the spot...

(End of this chapter)