Since the establishment of the new dynasty, I don’t know how many new policies have been implemented. At first, they were only tried in Beijing. When the time was right, they would be implemented nationwide.

It is because these decrees have too great influence and cannot be implemented easily. If they are implemented hastily, they will end in disgrace. This is not a bad result.

If the counterattack is too great, it is normal to cause a riot.

Even Guan Ning doesn't dare to deal with it easily. It's different now. Whatever he says will be whatever it is.

The Nine-Five Supreme Being has a word and no one dares to disobey an order.

"Long live my emperor!"

There was a cry, and all the civil and military officials in the court fell to their knees again.

Really no one dares to disobey.

"I have been back to Beijing for a few days, and I have heard some things."

Hearing this, everyone was shocked again.

Their guess was correct. His Majesty has indeed been back for many days and heard some things. What do you mean by this?

Some courtiers turned pale at this moment, and their palms became sweaty from fear.

They all understand.

This court meeting is not about expressing victory, but about accountability and reckoning.

Guan Ning said: "I have decided not to hold the Daqing this time!"

"No big celebration?"

The courtiers were shocked again.

They all know what His Majesty is talking about. In fact, Daqing has already begun. The people have taken initiative and the court is preparing.

The person who proposed and took charge was none other than General Affairs Minister Murong Sheng, and someone had already looked at him.

A long time ago, Murong Sheng had proposed and promoted the plan. He had been preparing for it for a long time, but now his Majesty stopped it.

Murong Sheng's complexion changed slightly.

He has made many preparations for Daqing, but his real purpose is to cater to His Majesty...

But now His Majesty refuses to allow the celebration to be held, and even criticizes the matter. Isn't this flattering the horse on the horse's leg?

Guan Ning raised his hand to stop the discussion, and then said: "The war that lasted for five years is over, and we have won the victory. We should celebrate, but behind this, we have to pay a lot of bones..."

"I won a great victory in Beiyi. Do you know that nearly 30,000 soldiers who suppressed the north have remained in the wilderness forever, and nearly 10,000 soldiers were injured and disabled..."

The courtiers looked surprised.

They only knew about the good news but not about the casualties. They always reported good news but not bad news. Only a few people knew about the actual war situation.

"And the Great Northwest Victory!"

Guan Ning said in a deep voice: "There are 19 empty spaces in the two northwest states. I don't know how many people have been displaced. We have built a new 100,000-strong Northwest Army, and only 30,000 troops are left..."

"There is also the southern battlefield, the Daning Navy, and the generals who died in the battle... I don't know how many... and how many people have suffered because of this?"

Guan Ning said loudly: "May I ask you, Lord Gonggun, what is there to celebrate?"

silence!

Deathly silence!

The courtiers all lowered their heads, feeling ashamed!

They only saw the glory of victory, but ignored the tragedy behind it.

No victory is easy to come by. Apart from anything else, His Majesty has personally fought many battles in the South and North. Aren’t these all efforts?

In order to supply military supplies, the people of Daning have to cut down on food and clothing, and the court inevitably increases taxes and grains. Isn't this a sacrifice?

The great catastrophe in the northwest has left both states in the northwest empty cities. Are these not sacrifices?

Murong Sheng broke into cold sweat.

This flattery really hit the horse's legs.

"What's more, the war is not over yet."

Guan Ning said: "There are still troops in the Southern Barbarians who have not returned, and there are still troops fighting in the Wei and Liang Kingdoms."

"The soldiers on the front line have not returned, but you are celebrating in the rear?"

"Murong Sheng?"

"I'm here."

"I heard that you started preparing for Daqing three months ago and spent an unknown amount of money. Is this how you waste money?"

Being questioned like this in front of everyone, Murong Shengzhi felt like a thorn in his back.

Three months ago, before the news of Beiyi's victory came back, he started preparations.

Murong Sheng mentioned many times that as long as His Majesty personally conquered the country, he would win. Later, when the news of success came back, the courtiers praised him for being one step ahead.

After hearing the news of Beiyi's victory, he made elaborate preparations to welcome His Majesty back to Beijing, which was a lot of effort.

As long as His Majesty returns, he will definitely be delighted. But now, instead of being praised, he is being held accountable.

They all ignored it.

Your Majesty is not an emperor who enjoys great achievements.

Since the establishment of the new dynasty, His Majesty's civil and military achievements have been obvious to all. In the past five years, he has led the Daning army to many great victories in southern and northern wars, but he has never intentionally publicized it.

Even after returning from Beiyi with a great victory, he only returned to Beijing quietly...

Your Majesty is not such a person!

Murong Sheng's voice was trembling. He wiped the cold sweat from his forehead and said, "I know that I am guilty because I did not think carefully."

"Not well thought out?"

"You can waste people and money without thinking carefully? How many soldiers and soldiers can you support with the money you spend?"

Hearing this, Murong Sheng couldn't hold on any longer, so he knelt down and said: "I know that I am guilty, I..."

"It's not just Murong Sheng, I believe many of you have such thoughts, but I hope you can give up such thoughts and don't be blinded by victory, let alone forget your original intention!"

Guan Ning once again poured cold water on the ministers.

Should we celebrate victory in the war?

Of course it's time to celebrate.

But Guan Ning felt that now was not the time. After the war, Daning was devastated and needed more recovery than celebration.

In addition, after such a victory, many people will ignore the tragedy behind it, which is unfair to those who have paid...

After forgetting, you will become impetuous.

He wants to make everyone feel at ease and make Daning stronger.

This is not the end, but the starting point.

The atmosphere in Fengtian Hall was extremely oppressive.

At this time, Guan Ning softened his tone.

"While I was away from Beijing, the government was in good order, the place was stable, no one was causing turmoil, and there was no alienation in life. I am very relieved."

Hear this.

All the courtiers expressed their displeasure.

Although His Majesty has been away from Beijing for a long time, he left Beijing to lead troops and fight a war.

Who dares to have different intentions?

The more than one million troops of the Wei and Liang Alliance were defeated by Your Majesty. The Northern Yi army was so powerful that it was defeated several times.

It's not easy to take the time to come back and deal with someone who has different intentions.

Your Majesty's spring and autumn are at their peak, who dares to make a mistake?

However, everyone was relieved to hear His Majesty's praise. It seemed that the high pressure was over...

"By the way, there's something I forgot to mention."

Guan Ning continued: "Tiance Mansion and the Ministry of War must count the war casualties as soon as possible, find out where the household registration is, build a monument in the location, increase the ranking in the Memorial Hall, and the Ministry of Households must calculate the amount of pensions... cannot be allowed to

The soldiers who died in battle shed their blood in vain, let alone let the soldiers feel cold!"

"Whoever dares to be greedy will be punished by the nine tribes!"

Guan Ning's voice contained murderous intent, making everyone tremble again.

They all know that this is a red line that no one can touch.

There is no Daqing, only the Memorial Hall.

Guan Ning spoke again: "I am fighting at the front and cannot do without the support from the rear. A stable rear is the foundation. I thank you."
Chapter completed!