In the evening, when the lanterns came on, Shangshu Sheng was still working overtime.
The three highest officials of Shangshu Province, Shangshu Ling, Zuo Pushe and Right Pushe, were all present, and their faces were serious, so no one dared to be lazy.
The officials, the palace, the five soldiers, Tiancao, Duzhi, and the six ministers of Zuomin are also there. Although they don't do anything for most of them, the big leaders haven't left. How can they leave? Just wait and see. - The late emperor
At that time, the Youmin Cao was once established, but was later abolished. The Shangshu Province was still limited to the above-mentioned six Cao, which was the prototype of the six bureaus in later generations.
Rhythmic footsteps sounded outside the government office. Not long after, Zhong Lezhao came with several of his disciples, provincial minister Shi Lingshi.
"Hongmao is here." Shangshu ordered Yu Min to stand up, greeted him with a smile, and asked: "What is it? To criticize or to approve?"
"Approved." Le Zhao replied, and then said with a wry smile: "Why do you want to tease me? Your Majesty, Shangshu Sheng has reported to me, Taiwei, and Sikong have many concerns, so how can I dare to criticize it?"
Shizhong is the chief official of the province. There are six members in total. They are close ministers of the emperor. They are involved in secrets and are in charge of advisors and responses.
Shao Xun, Duke of Chen County, asked for merit for his subordinates, which caused a huge fuss. However, after the fuss was over, the officials found that none of the Yuyan nobles resisted. As the saying goes, the emperor is not in a hurry and the eunuchs are, so they still made a fuss!
As a result, Wang Yan hinted that Shangshu Sheng, who had certain decision-making power, immediately drew up a list according to Shao Xun's request, pretended to follow the official selection standards, and finally awarded a total of more than 50 people seven to seven through central election.
Official positions ranging from nine grades.
After the list of requests for merit was drawn up, the minister ordered Yu Min to submit the memorial in person.
The emperor summoned his ministers to discuss it, and finally they all said "yes" and the matter was settled.
The Menxia Province has the power of "Ping Shangshu Memorial", that is, it will review the memorials of the Shangshu Province, and if it does not agree, it will be rejected.
Of course, the Shangshu Province also has the power of "appeal" and leaves it to the emperor to make a decision.
The ministers had no intention of rejecting Mr. Chen's request for merit. The other servants completely gave up on the matter and handed it over to the newly arrived servant Lu Zhi, so the matter was settled.
"Now we can hand it over to His Majesty for his seal." Yu Min didn't wait any longer and said directly.
They are still in the palace city, and the city gate has been locked. But it doesn't matter. The Taiwei is taking care of Chen Gong's affairs. Under the door, Zhongshu and the Second Province are busy, and the general in the palace is waiting outside with the palace door key.
Rarely efficient.
Mr. Chen has been waiting for a month. No one bets whether he will go crazy if he waits any longer.
So, Yu Min and Le Zhao took several assistant officers and more than ten officials and went directly to Tai Chi Hall.
Well, although it is already night, the emperor usually does not go to Zhaoyang Palace to favor his concubines.
He would either work until late, listen to music, read books, or go fishing. In short, he would be busy with endless things every day, but he would not go to the harem to create children, so that the crown prince Sima Quan was adopted from someone else.
After the two arrived at Taiji Hall, they learned that the emperor had just left for Zhaoyang Hall.
It's impossible for the two of them to look at each other, right?
So he went to Zhaoyang Palace again and learned that the emperor and empress had gone to the Yuntai of the mausoleum at night.
Lingyuntai is located in the north of Ganoderma Pond and is the tallest building in the palace city.
Since its completion during the Cao Wei period, emperors of all dynasties have liked to climb up to this stage to overlook Luoyang while drinking. It is actually a good place to appreciate the city's scenery.
At this time, the emperor was sitting in the attic on the highest floor, and Queen Liang Lanbi carefully served wine and food.
"Your grandfather is also useless." Sima Chi said angrily: "It's been so long and I can't even put down Du Tao's rebellion. How can I move the capital?"
Liang Lanbi didn't understand military affairs and didn't know what was going on in Jingzhou. Maybe her father really didn't do enough, but the emperor's words still made her sad.
As a result, he became more diligent and cautious in serving.
Sima Chi felt guilty for a moment, but it was only for a moment.
In recent years, he has become increasingly unable to control his temper.
He couldn't kill the minister.
He could not destroy the Huns.
He couldn't get rid of the traitor.
He couldn't even maintain the expenses that an emperor should have.
He didn't know who to vent to.
There is only the queen. If he scolds her or even beats her, she can only cry and continue to care about him after crying.
At first, she was worried that she would cry to her family, but later she realized that she had overthought it. This stupid woman was actually worried that her father would have a bad opinion of the emperor, so she swallowed her grievance silently - at this moment, a feudal official might really have a negative opinion of the emperor. Not much respect left.
The south wind blew, and the queen's hair was gently brushed up, revealing her reddish eyes. Perhaps she was afraid of being discovered by the emperor, so she quietly avoided it, squeezed out a smile, and said: "Your Majesty, the night breeze is a bit cold. , it’s time to go back and rest.”
Sima Chi sneered disdainfully and looked up at the stars.
The night sky was extremely clear, and the stars and moon hung low, as if they could be picked up with just one hand.
It would be great if I could fly into the sky. Break out of this prison and go to Chang'an, Xiangyang, Jianye or other places. Even if there are risks, it is better than staying in Luoyang.
The whole court is full of traitors!
His ambition was difficult to realize, and no one understood his anxiety, making him a loner.
Sometimes I wonder how long the Jin Dynasty will last.
Sometimes I even worry about whether he will become the king of subjugation.
It is said that the king of a subjugated country makes many foolish moves, but it is precisely because he has seen the final outcome and understands that if you don't give in, it will be a dead end, so why not give it a try, what if a miracle happens?
He looked down upon Emperor Xian of the Han Dynasty, who was as honest as a quail.
Knowing that the Cao family would eventually usurp the throne, but they could only play tricks like clothing and belt edicts, and did not dare to fall out with powerful officials with real swords and swords, wouldn't they still lose their country in the end?
But he was a little confused.
Are there any powerful ministers in Luoyang City? It seems that there are really none. There is not even an overlord who can remotely control the affairs of the court.
The man from Xuchang didn't care about the court at all, as if he was mocking him silently: Look, I'm too lazy to clean the court, but the courtiers still don't take you seriously.
What a beast! Sima Chi slapped the table and the wine overflowed.
"Your Majesty!" Liang Lanbi looked at him worriedly.
"Shao Xun looks down on me, the court officials look down on me, do you also look down on me?" Sima Chi glared at the queen and asked.
The queen covered her mouth and sobbed silently.
Someone from the palace came in a hurry, lowered his head and did not dare to look more. He only reported: "The minister ordered Yu Min to ask Zhong Lezhao to come to the throne."
Sima Chi was stunned at first, and then became furious.
It's so late and I haven't left Miyagi yet, so I obviously plan to work all night.
When did you become so diligent?
Are you so eager to flatter your new owner?
No, what kind of new owner is Shao Xun? He doesn't deserve it.
King Ji of Qi, Wang Yi of Changsha, Wang Ying of Chengdu, and Wang Yue of Donghai, which one is not stronger than him? Which one is not more famous than him?
Sima Chi's expression changed for a long time.
Liang Lanbi looked at him worriedly.
Sima Chi snorted coldly and said, "Let them come up."
The palace man took the order and left.
After a while, the two of them went up to the high platform one after another and bowed to salute.
Sima Chi was too lazy to get up and return the salute - according to the system, Shangshu Ling was already a high-ranking official at the level of prime minister, and when the emperor was doing something, he was called to "sit down and discuss the Tao". After the salute was completed, the emperor had to return the salute.
Yu Min seemed not to notice the emperor's lack of etiquette, and only said: "Your Majesty, the list of newly promoted officials has been drawn up, a total of fifty-three people, they are——"
"That's enough." Sima Chi waved his hand impatiently and said, "Yu Qing is Chen Gong's elder. He must have done his job with all his heart. I have nothing to say."
These words were strange, but the expression on Yu Min's face did not change at all. He just sighed slightly and said: "Since your Majesty has given your permission, I will find someone to take care of it."
To be honest, seeing the emperor like this, he felt a little emotional and even pitiful.
After all, he is the emperor. It is understandable that anyone else who would be in the current situation would feel resentful and even act wrongly.
But he just sighed.
Can't go back!
The Yu family has boarded the boat of Chen Gong and will no longer be trusted by the emperor. There is no way back.
Yu Min bowed again, and when he was about to leave, he heard the emperor's voice again: "Yesterday, the Taiwei came here and advised me to take into account the overall situation. Haha, don't I think about the overall situation?"
"When I hear that the person who has obtained the sacred artifact will be offered a big sacrifice, he will bring peace to all living beings." Yu Min said, "Mr. Chen cleansed away the evil atmosphere and cleared up the inner world. In fact, God showed his love and the ancestral temple descended the spirit. Therefore, he promoted civil and military power and used merit in battle.
When the victory is completed, the name of the city is secured, and your majesty is safe. The soldiers under Chen Gong's tent are all selected at the moment. If the big banner is pointed in front, the Xiongnu will be defeated. Such brave warriors should be rewarded for their merits and show heaven's favor."
Sima Chi wanted to sneer again.
But after thinking about it, I felt it was boring, so I waved my hand in frustration and said, "Queen, retreat quickly."
Yu Min bowed again, bowed and retreated.
Lingyuntai became quiet again.
Yesterday, news came from Heyang: the Xiongnu had gathered tens of thousands more troops and seemed to be attacking the North City, which had been built.
Perhaps this was the main reason why the courtiers were frightened and tried every means to appease Shao Xun.
Sima Chi frowned and thought, his eyes rolling back and forth.
After a while, he looked at Queen Liang and remained silent for a long time.
Liang Lanbi didn't know why.
Now she no longer thinks that His Majesty is taking pity on her. After being beaten and scolded too much, people will always wake up.
"Xiongnu..." Sima Chi muttered something, undecided.
"Come here." Sima Chi waved.
Queen Liang took a few steps closer.
"Get closer!" Sima Chi pulled Liang Lanbi's hand hard and said angrily.
Liang Lanbi's arm hurt from being scratched, but she didn't dare to shout out and just looked at the emperor with tears in her eyes.
"I heard that you are obsessed with pagoda recently?" Sima Chi asked.
Liang Lanbi wanted to nod, but didn't dare.
"Stupid woman!" Sima Chi cursed.
Why is a person who used to be quite spiritual now so timid?
But now is not the time to dwell on this. He looked around and lowered his voice and said: "In a few days, you will go out of the palace to worship the Buddha - go far away, the Buddhist temple in Luoyang is too eye-catching. By then, you can find a few confidants who can be trusted.
People, go to Wancheng, Xiangyang and Jianye..."
After hearing this, Liang Lanbi turned pale.
She looked at the emperor and said in a pleading tone: "I beg your majesty to take back my life."
Sima Chi looked at her coldly.
Liang Lanbi did not dare to look at him and lowered her head.
"Just do it." Sima Chi couldn't tolerate her refusal and ordered directly.
Shao Xun promoted more than fifty generals in one breath, and his ambition was clearly revealed. If he waits any longer, he will die.
Chapter completed!