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Secondly, they ignore everything.

Anyway, even if the issue of the IOU is resolved, the official will still collect some rent, so the actual amount of money he receives will not change at all.

The difference is that tenants have a very tough life, as they have to pay back the managers all the time.

This approach is undoubtedly humiliating, and the person in charge benefits the most.

Thirdly, they drove away the tenants.

The tenant owed the foreman money, so the foreman drove the tenant away, and the debt was wiped out.

However, this approach is certainly not good for one's reputation.

Fourthly, the money should not be returned to the person in charge, and the IOU should be cancelled.

"Let the gentleman handle this," Sheng Hualan said softly.

The Jiang family was a family of upright officials, whose members had served as officials for generations.

How could such a powerful institution be humiliated by a mere minor steward?

study.

"More than twenty thousand taels?"

Jiang Zhao glanced at the IOU and shook his head inwardly.

These stewards of the imperial estates, relying on their connections within the palace, became the undisputed rulers of the estates.

Over time, they get arrogant and can't distinguish between the king and the queen, right?

It should be noted that Gu Tingye's act of sacrificing money to avert disaster occurred during the period when the Empress Dowager was ruling from behind the curtain.

As his close associates who had followed him into power, the Empress Dowager's faction kept a close eye on his every move, looking for any faults he might commit.

On the civil service side, many were also watching the new emperor's actions.

Therefore, Gu Tingye would definitely not dare to act recklessly.

Otherwise, if they were to act more forcefully and let the steward's residence "accidentally" catch fire, killing the steward and burning the IOU, what could the people in the palace do?

How dare a person in charge act so arrogantly? He's completely clueless!

"My lady, please go and take care of the matters at the Imperial Residence," Jiang Zhao said, stroking his wife's hair in comfort.

"Ah."

Sheng Hualan nodded obediently and left.

Jiang Zhao got up and started walking slowly.

In just a few breaths, he had made up his mind.

"Hesheng, who is the manager of Qingzhang Manor?"

"Reporting to my lord, it is a steward surnamed Liu."

He Sheng replied respectfully, "Based on his words, he must have a senior official above him."

"An eunuch?" Jiang Zhao shook his head and smiled.

If it were the end of the previous version, or the later part of the next version, the eunuch could still wield power and influence.

Unfortunately, this is the Great Zhou Dynasty!

"Let him ask his master's opinion; if his master also supports his actions—"

Jiang Zhao stood with his hands behind his back, looking out: "Then let's see if it's eunuchs in power or scholars who govern the world."

This move, however, gives those inside the palace an opportunity.

Of course, it doesn't matter whether the person in charge surnamed Liu relays the message or not.

Anyway, he gave them a chance.

Afterwards, the specific details were released, which at least showed that they tried to appease the public before resorting to force.

"Yes."

Chapter 100 The Imperial Estate Affairs Are Over!

Qingzhang Village.

"My lord said to ask the person behind you for their opinion. Does the person behind you actually agree with this approach?"

He Sheng's face was cold as he spoke.

The seventh-rank official in front of the prime minister's door.

If he were in the Jiang family mansion, he would be the pageboy Hesheng.

Once we left the Jiang residence, hmph!

"Young man, don't forget. This is a royal estate!" Steward Liu replied casually, his expression relaxed. "When it comes to royal estates, we still have to consider the royal family's reputation, don't we?"

"Paying back debts is a matter of course. Those IOUs are not forged in the slightest; they were all borrowed bit by bit by the tenants. As a high-ranking official of the third rank, you should be someone who values ​​your reputation. You can't possibly default on your debts!"

There were many imperial estates throughout the land, and the account books were all kept by eunuchs.

Occasionally, military generals who achieved military merits would have the opportunity to receive imperial rewards.

The stewards of the imperial estates were all connected to each other.

According to the ledger, all of this money was owed by the tenants.

If there is any disturbance, the tenants will not be able to survive.

The only way to keep tenants alive is to settle their debts!

Some managers have already tried this trick.

It works every time!

"Heh!" He Sheng glanced at the group indifferently: "The message has been delivered. You will bear the consequences. Don't say you weren't warned."

"Come, let's see you off."

The servant's domineering tone slightly annoyed Steward Liu.

"Boss, this is twenty thousand taels of silver! We absolutely cannot report this to Eunuch Li!" As soon as He Sheng left, a burly man rushed forward anxiously.

With over 20,000 taels of silver, once secured, it would be enough for future generations to live on for several lifetimes.

Money and silk touch people's hearts!

Manager Liu nodded slowly; he had made the same decision.

If this matter is reported, Eunuch Li might punish him to avoid trouble.

Rather than reporting it, we might as well take a gamble.

In the past, some military officers were granted imperial estates as rewards, but in the end, there was nothing that could be done.

Ultimately, the imperial estates belong to the royal family.

Those important figures still have to consider the impact.

The military officers had grievances they couldn't express, and the civil officials were probably in much the same boat.

Seven days passed in a flash.

At 7:45 AM, the morning mist had not yet dissipated.

Civil and military officials were arranged in an orderly manner.

In the procession, officials of the third rank and below all stepped back by one seat.

Today, one more official of the third rank was added to the morning court.

Many officials glanced ahead furtively, secretly horrified.

Jiang Zhao, dressed in a purple robe and jade belt, with a gold talisman and fish pouch hanging from his waist, was calm and composed, occasionally chatting and laughing with figures of the rank of ministers from the Six Ministries.

At this age, he's a high-ranking official of the third rank with real power!

Absolutely astonishing!

If we're really going to talk about it, only Lü Mengzheng, who became prime minister after only six years in office, could truly outshine Jiang Zhao.

The remaining people, whether it was Ding Wei, who had served as a high-ranking official for twelve years and reached the second rank, or Fu Bi, who had served as a high-ranking official for fifteen years and entered the cabinet, were all roughly equal in ability.

It is almost certain that this is a person who will rise to the pinnacle of a ministerial career.

"Lord Wu, thank you for your trouble."

Jiang Zhaoping smiled and cupped his hands in greeting to Wu Zhongfu, the Right Vice Censor-in-Chief.

"Haha!" Wu Zhongfu stroked his beard and laughed, waving his hand: "You're too kind, you're too kind."

It's rare to see such a favor from a junior official!

Jiang Zhao nodded and closed his eyes slightly.

No one has contacted him in the past few days.

In other words, either the steward of the imperial estate failed to report it, or the palace eunuchs ignored him.

Neither of these two scenarios affects his approach.

In any case, the strategy of "courtesy first, then force" has been implemented.

As for the rest?

do not care!

Anyway, what does it have to do with Li the eunuch if he wants to impeach him?

It's one thing to bully military officers, but how dare they provoke civil officials?

"when!"

The bell tolled long and deep.

"Summon all officials to the palace—"

The sharp voice of the Grand Eunuch in charge of ceremonies rang out, and all the civil and military officials rushed into the hall, shouting in unison:

"May Your Majesty be well!"

On the steps of the imperial palace, Zhao Zhen waved his hand and said, "No need for formalities."

"Gentlemen, do you have anything to report?"

As he spoke, Zhao Zhen glanced down at the officials and asked the usual question.

Wang Yaochen, the Minister of Rites, stepped forward and said: "Your Majesty, I humbly submit this memorial: I humbly acknowledge Your Majesty's ascension to the throne and your long and prosperous reign. On this auspicious occasion of the Thousandth Anniversary of Your Majesty's Reign, I earnestly request that you follow the old rites to uphold the proper etiquette and prepare auspicious ceremonies to celebrate."

It is proposed that an auspicious day be chosen for the civil and military officials to respectfully offer sacrifices to the Heavenly Emperor at the southern suburbs. The procedures, procedures, and expenses have already been instructed to be carefully drafted by the Ministry of Rites, and a memorial should be submitted to the throne.

A request to offer birthday greetings!

Zhao Zhen pondered for a moment, then nodded and said, "Granted!"

This year, we have made achievements in expanding our territory.

While it might not amount to the Fengshan ceremony at Mount Tai, it's perfectly acceptable to offer sacrifices to one's ancestors.

Upon hearing this, Wu Zhongfu stepped out of the ranks and struck the ground with his wooden clapper: "Your subject, Wu Zhongfu, Right Vice Censor-in-Chief, has something to impeach."

Excuse!

All the civil and military officials turned their attention to the past.

Wu Zhongfu was no ordinary censor.

This is a censor who has reached the third rank.

For such a person to speak out against an impeachment is certainly no small matter.

Zhao Zhen folded his sleeves together, signaling to continue.

The position of censor has always been highly valued.

Compared to memorials submitted by other officials, impeachments by censors were more likely to be recorded in history.

"Your Majesty, corruption has become rampant in the imperial estates lately. Some officials are even abusing your authority to bully court officials and exploit the people!"