As we all know, the crops in Henan and Hebei this year are not good. This is a large-scale natural disaster. No one can be spared, including the emperor.
The farmland and vegetable fields he opened in the palace all ended in disgrace.
Maybe Da Sinong deceived him and the seeds he gave him were not good.
It may also be that his planting skills were poor and he didn't plant well in the first place.
The greater possibility is that the palace people don't care at all and don't take good care of it.
All in all, he didn't gain much this year, but even so, he wouldn't go hungry.
But he lost face and felt that everyone was perverting him, laughing at him, treating him in both ways, and even deliberately teasing him.
So he was very angry, extremely angry.
Yan Ding, the minister of Zhongshu, sat aside, silent.
Everyone knows that the reason why the emperor is really angry is not these trivial matters.
The proclamation issued by Duke Chen in Yecheng was the real blow.
The message had already reached Luoyang and was copied and discussed by many people. Of course the emperor had his own channels and soon learned of the matter.
Yan Ding didn't know what the emperor's expression was at that time, because he was returning to Luoyang from Jingzhou at that time.
It was later learned that the emperor was furious and scolded Shao Xun at the Tai Chi Palace meeting.
At that time, there were indeed some loyal ministers who echoed the emperor, pointing out that Shao Xun was born as a slave in a military household, and that he was appointed as the general of Pingdong and came out of the town to be a vassal vassal. It was indeed a great blessing from God. If he did not think of repaying the favor, he was already a wolf-hearted person, and as a result, he spoke domineeringly and ambitiously.
If it is revealed, it can be said to be heartbreaking.
But after all, there are only a few people who are willing to say this, and most people just remain silent.
Today, a "lucky little man" proposed that Chen Gong regained Yecheng, which had not been an inspiring move for many years, so his contribution should be recognized.
Well, Yan Ding was present at the court meeting today, but he was cautious and did not express his opinion. He only silently observed the attitude of the emperor and the courtiers.
The emperor subconsciously wanted to refuse. Then he probably felt that it was unreasonable to do so, so he reluctantly suppressed his temper and used the "discuss again" method, intending to delay it until no one mentioned it again.
Of course, the emperor is not stupid and knows that today's matter is not that simple. People may have other means. Just procrastination is not enough. You still have to think of other ways.
"Can Yan Qing see Wang Chuzhong?" Just when the atmosphere in the palace became a little heavy, the emperor spoke.
"I saw it." Yan Ding perked up and replied immediately when he knew the opportunity had come.
"Well..." Sima Chi nodded, and then said nothing.
Yan Ding took a cautious glance and found that there was much hesitation and confusion on the emperor's face.
The wind on Jiuhua Terrace was a bit strong, and the cold air passed through the gaps in the window lattice and gently blew the yellow paper on the desk.
Sima Chi's eyes were drawn over.
The words "The road to the Qin Dynasty disappears, and a lost deer is hard to chase" comes into view.
"Hehe...hehe..." Sima Chi suddenly laughed nervously.
Yan Ding felt a chill in his heart. Is the emperor going crazy?
Suddenly I felt a little regretful. I just wanted to get a promotion from the emperor, but if I didn't get the official position, if the emperor did something unprepared first, he would be fine by then, and I would be liquidated if I couldn't protect myself.
"Yan Qing, do you also think that the Jin Dynasty is about to end?" Sima Chi looked at him with red eyes and asked.
"Why did Your Majesty say this?" Yan Ding shook his head and said: "There are still loyal court officials in Xizhou who fight to the death for Your Majesty. There are also people in Jingzhou who care about the emperor's kindness to put down the chaos for Your Majesty. Even in Jinyang and Xuzhou, there are people who hear the chicken dance.
People are heading toward the Great Jin Dynasty."
Sima Chi's expression softened slightly, and he was finally not as scary as before.
He could tell whether it was good or bad.
Yan Ding's words are a bit exaggerated, but they are not completely nonsense.
At least, there were indeed many warriors west of Chang'an who were loyal to the imperial court, refused to surrender to the Huns, and were extremely respectful to the imperial court.
Zu Ti and Liu Kun both seemed to be pure ministers.
Even Murong Xianbei of Liaodong was very obedient to him and kept the reputation of the Jin in mind.
As for Jingzhou——
"Wang Dun is really not the same person as Wang Yan?" he asked.
"Absolutely not." Yan Ding said with certainty: "Not to mention Wang Dun, Director Wang also has some quarrels with Wang Yan."
"Why do you say that?" Sima Chi asked.
Yan Ding hesitated for a moment and said: "There is a rumor that is based on rumors."
"Oh?" Sima Chi became a little interested and said, "Tell me and listen."
"Princess Xiangcheng has a daughter..." Yan Ding hesitated.
"What?" Sima Chi was a little shocked.
The imperial sister is Wang Dun's wife. Haven't they always had no children? Why did a daughter suddenly appear?
Thinking of this, Sima Chi's face became a little ugly. He sneered, looked at Yan Ding and said, "Yan Qing, are you saying that my sister stole someone?"
The imperial sister sometimes lived in Guangchengze and sometimes in Luoyang. She often visited him in the palace, comforted him and gave him family affection, which moved him very much.
Just a while ago, he just issued a decree to give the Suyu Palace in Guangchengze to the emperor's sister for her to live in.
Yan Ding actually arranged a sister!
"Your Majesty..." Yan Ding regretted a little and could only bite the bullet and said: "It was just by chance that I learned that Princess Xiangcheng had a daughter whose biological father was Shao Xun. The princess hid her daughter very well, and Wang Yifu even
I may not know.”
When he saw Sima Chi's expression becoming increasingly ugly, Yan Ding wisely shut up and said, "It's just a matter of catching wind and shadow. It cannot be taken seriously. I am guilty."
Sima Chi looked at him coldly for a long time and then said, "Just because of this matter, do you think Wang Dun and Shao Xun are on the same page?"
"There is also the matter of Song Yi." Yan Ding said again.
"But Song Yi from Jingu Garden?" Sima Chi was stunned at first, and then asked with great interest.
"Exactly." Yan Ding replied: "In the past, Shao Xun stayed at Wang's villa overnight. Princess Xiangcheng asked Song Yi to serve, which made Wang Dun very angry. Later, Wang Yan made the decision and gave Song Yi to Shao Xun.
, the bridge was thus forged.”
When Sima Chi heard this, he was a little annoyed: "Song Yi is so talented, but he devoted himself to a vulgar warrior. It's really——"
He didn't know how to describe it for a while.
Even when he was the king of Yuzhang, he had heard of Song Yi's reputation and often wanted to meet him.
Wang Dun dismissed dozens of concubines in the palace, leaving Song Yi alone, which shows how much he likes her.
Among the dignitaries in the capital, who wouldn’t want to get Song Yi—oh, and the Jing family.
Appearance is one thing, talent is another.
What a pity, what a pity!
Thinking of this, Sima Chi felt even more disgusted with Shao Xun.
If this beast can be killed, Song Yi must be brought into the palace. Then he will compose the music and Song Yi will play it. Only in this way can he live up to the beauty's talent. Shao Xun knows nothing!
"Your Majesty." Yan Ding observed the words and said, "I was in Xiangyang and talked with Wang Chuzhong for several days. He heard about the situation in the palace and shed tears several times. When he was so angry, he drew his sword and danced on his own at the table, vowing to kill him.
A treacherous person should serve as a righteous person."
"Oh?" Sima Chi was a little moved and said, "Yan Qing can tell me in detail what happened that day."
"Wang Chuzhong, Zhou Boren, Xun Jingyou, Tao Shiheng, and Zhou Shida were all present at the banquet that day..." Yan Ding then described the process of the banquet in detail.
After listening to this, Sima Chi's eyes gradually turned red.
After all, there are loyal ministers in the world!
Shao Xun insulted the emperor like this, no one can stand it!
ZTE still has hope for Dajin!
Unconsciously, he thought a lot, and shed a few tears for a while, and then raised the corners of his mouth with a smile.
"Your Majesty..." Yan Ding called softly.
Bad! You won’t be intimidated by Lu Zhi and others for a long time, and your mind will be a little unclear, right?
Sima Chi came back to his senses, wiped the corners of his eyes gently, and sighed: "Wang Dun, King Chuzhong, is really a loyal minister and good general, and he deserves to be reused."
Yan Ding was secretly happy, he was waiting for these words from you.
"Yan Qing, there are some people in the court who are making endless noises to build momentum for Shao Xun and want me to reward him generously." Sima Chi said: "But look, what disloyal words did he say in this memorandum?
If I submit, I will only encourage his ambition..."
"Your Majesty." Yan Ding bowed and said, "I have a plan that may resolve this crisis."
Sima Chi's eyes shone brightly and he said hurriedly: "Please come quickly."
"Shao Xun just wants to imitate Cao Mengde's story and seize military and political power." Yan Ding said, "In that case, your Majesty might as well decentralize power."
"What is 'separation of powers'?" Sima Chi asked.
"I believe that in extraordinary times, extraordinary things should be done." Yan Ding paused, gritted his teeth and said, "Your Majesty might as well issue a secret edict——"
"Let Wang Rui of Langya be the prime minister and the general governor, overseeing all military affairs at home and abroad."
"Make Nanyang Wang Bao the prime minister of the country."
"Make Zu Ti the pastor of Xuzhou, the commander-in-chief of Xu, and the military affairs of the two states."
"Make Liu Kun the pastor of Bingzhou and the commander-in-chief of Bingzhou, and command all the military forces in the two states of Hebei."
"Make Wang Jun the shepherd of Youzhou and the commander-in-chief of Youzhou, and bring peace to the military forces of the two states."
"Make Wang Dun the pastor of Jingzhou and the commander-in-chief of Jingzhou and the military forces of the two states of Hunan."
"As for Shao Xun, since someone has offered him the post of Chariot and Cavalry General, I hope he can go out. It's just a false name."
Sima Chi was stunned when he heard this. Everyone has an official, how can he not be in chaos?
Why does it feel like a bit of a joke? So many positions that represent the face of the imperial court are given out like selling vegetables in the Western Market?
Seeing that Sima Chi was hesitating, Yan Ding said again: "If your Majesty wants to go to the Tai Pavilion to issue an edict, it may not be easy. However, it may not be impossible to try. Your Majesty can write all the appointments and dismissals in the same edict and send it to Tai Pavilion.
Pavilion. You can write a few more secret edicts in private and send them to various places."
Sima Chi was silent for a long time.
Chapter completed!