Lu Tiaoyang stood there, speechless for a moment.
He didn't know whether the emperor had a sudden inspiration or was deliberately testing.
Seeing the emperor looking at him, he could only evade: "The imperial censor heard about the matter, and I am not a public official. I dare not say anything more without detailed discussion at the Chang Dynasty."
There is no other way, he will impeach Gao Gong later.
Now that the emperor has asked, no matter how he expresses his position, it is inappropriate.
However, Zhu Yijun insisted on him opening this mouth.
He said very insistently: "If you want to discuss it in detail, I just want to ask Lu Qing's opinion."
"Didn't you tell me just now that this is so inconsistent with the ancestral system?"
Lu Tiaoyang had no choice but to evade, so he had to equivocate: "There are reasons for impeaching officials. Feng Dajun's position is really not in line with the ancestral system."
"However... Meng Chong's sudden death is not a bad idea if things are expedient."
"In the end, it still depends on the wishes of the Holy Emperor and the Queen Mother."
Zhu Yijun laughed and shook his head, showing classic enthusiasm and courtesy, but without any opinion.
He quietly released the bait and said, "What do you think of what Lu Qing said just now, that Yuan Fu also holds the position of official?"
Lu Tiaoyang was startled.
He just mentioned it casually, but the emperor actually listened to it.
But he is not so bachelor that he directly slanders behind his back.
Unsure of the emperor's attitude, he had to be careful and test.
From time to time he looked at the emperor and said cautiously: "Yuan Fu is highly respected and respected by everyone..."
Zhu Yijun interrupted him: "Lu Qing, although I am young, I still know the way of a monarch and a minister. How can you bear to answer me with false words?"
Unfortunately, just because this method works so well for Grohe, it does not mean that all the courtiers will accept it.
Lu Tiaoyang was born as an official, and his magic resistance is still much higher.
He sorted it out and said after careful consideration: "Your Majesty, this is not a false response."
"Yuan Fu is different from Feng Bao."
"The appointment of Minister of the Ministry of Civil Affairs was necessary for the government at that time and was approved by the late emperor as an expedient measure."
"After that, Yuanfu repeatedly begged to be removed from the position of elected official. The late emperor always refused because there was no one else to replace him. It was not because Yuanfu was obsessed with leaving."
His words were full of defense on the surface, but they were implying that this was indeed an expedient measure at the time and was done as a last resort.
If the new emperor feels that there is a suitable candidate to take over, then the ancestral excuse can also be used.
This is the temptation.
Zhu Yijun understood what he heard, but he made a roundabout way: "So that's it... Then what was the reason why Lu Qing just said that Yuan Fu was impeached?"
If Gao Gong had no intention of falling in love, how could he lead to impeachment?
Lu Tiaoyang explained unhurriedly: "Your Majesty, it was Hu Ke who made false statements to Cao Daye during the incident!"
Zhu Yijun's eyes signaled him to elaborate.
Lu Tiaoyang recalled it and said: "In March this year, Cao Daye impeached Yuan Fu on ten major crimes."
"It is said that Yuan Fu formed a party for personal gain, was corrupt and derelict in his duties, blocked the way of speech, and relied on nepotism."
"One of them said that Yuan Fu 'can be promoted, deposed or retained as he pleases', and he wanted to impeach Yuan Fu from the position of civil servants."
Zhu Yijun asked curiously: "Are you really lying?"
Lu Tiaoyang glanced at the emperor secretly.
He carefully selected a few of the ten major crimes, and it was natural that he did them deliberately.
At present, all the officials are gathered under the high arch gate, so the old disciples are all in important positions. It just so happens that Feng Bao said that Gao Gong is forming a party at this time.
Whenever the emperor matched these crimes with the current situation, he should be suspicious of Gao Gong.
If he had a dislike for Gao Gong, he would be able to tell it from his expression.
Only then can we consider whether to further influence the emperor.
Unfortunately, there was no trace of suspicion or disgust on the emperor's face.
I'm afraid, the new emperor has a good impression of Gao Gong.
Now it's even harder for him to target him directly.
Lu Tiaoyang nodded with certainty: "These are lies made by the late emperor himself, and they are all untrue!"
"For example, it is said that Yuan Fu embezzled no less than hundreds of thousands of gold, but when it comes to the whereabouts of the silver, it can only be said that it was stolen by bandits."
"It was also said that all the Ke Dao officials were close associates of Yuan Fu. The late emperor asked him, "Aren't you a Ke Dao Yan Guan?" He hesitated and was speechless."
"As for Yuan Fu cultivating cronies and promoting party members, including disciples Song Zhihan, Han Ji and others, the late emperor bluntly said that he was just talking nonsense."
"It is also said that Zhang Siwei's attendant bribed Yuan Fu to squeeze Wang Xijue out. The late emperor himself said that Zhang Siwei was very knowledgeable and it was him who gave the order."
"All these things clearly show that they are lies."
Zhu Yijun listened indifferently.
He could see that Lu Tiaoyang deliberately applied eye drops.
After all, people like Song Zhihan and Han Ji are being said to be forming factions. If they were ordinary people, they would inevitably become suspicious.
Are these impeachments true or false?
Don't even listen to nonsense like hundreds of thousands of gold.
But the fact that Ke Dao's officials are all close confidants... is quite obvious now.
There was also the matter of Zhang Siwei. He knew that Wang Xijue was unconvinced and refused to give Zhang Siwei a position, so he was thrown to Nanzhili.
But this is not the time to distinguish these things.
He knew in his heart what Lu Tiaoyang was thinking.
Lu Tiaoyang probably wanted to muddy the waters and protect Feng Bao.
But what Zhu Yijun wanted was not this ending.
He suddenly said with emotion: "I originally thought that my eldest companion was a eunuch, and he was impeached because of the hostility of the officials."
"But I didn't expect that even Yuan Fu would suffer this injustice."
"I suddenly understood the meaning of what Mr. Zhang Ge said that day."
Lu Tiaoyang looked at the emperor in confusion: "Mr. Zhang Ge?"
But he sighed in his heart.
What did Zhang Juzheng say to the emperor, but he didn't even talk to him.
Now I feel unsure and feel very passive.
Although spying on Shengting is against the principles of serving as a minister, it is good to make some adjustments for serious emergencies.
How could you say nothing about yourself?
Inexplicably, I remembered that on the sixth day of the sixth lunar month, I advised Gao Yi not to be too condescending in his memorial service, so that the emperor would not be able to understand it, which in turn made Zhang and Gao shake their heads and laugh.
I didn't understand it at first, but now I heard that the emperor's progress in speaking was improving day by day. Looking back, I realized that the level of understanding of the emperor was really different whether he had been in the cabinet or not.
What a chasm.
Zhu Yijun did not show off, and continued to make things out of thin air, coaxing Lu Tiaoyang to say: "At that time, Mr. Zhang Ge discussed with me how to pass the examination."
"When it comes to the correspondence between powers and responsibilities, I once said that if the ruler fails to align the powers and responsibilities of his subordinates, at least corruption will become common, and at worst, the government will be in chaos."
"Lao Ge said that if Feng Bao is not indispensable, there will be great hidden dangers if this palm seal and factory director concurrently serve."
"I didn't understand it at the time, but now after listening to Lu Shangshu's words, I understand the truth."
"It's my fault that both Yuan Fu and Da Ban were criticized like this."
Lu Tiaoyang's breathing slowed down, for fear that the emperor would find out what Feng Bao was indispensable.
Fortunately, the emperor was young and not too suspicious.
This made him breathe a sigh of relief.
Lu Tiaoyang now believed that Zhang Juzheng had reached an agreement with the emperor.
In other words, the emperor's attitude towards the new law has been very clear.
Zhang Juzheng's words are correct. If Feng Bao was not needed, he, Lu Tiaoyang, would not sit back and let him hold the two positions of palm seal and admiral of the East Factory.
However, it is indispensable.
Supporting the new law will inevitably require the new party to have power.
This was indispensable for the support of Empress Dowager Li and the Supervisor of Ceremonies.
Zhu Yijun turned sideways and looked at Lu Tiaoyang: "Lu Qing, I just listened to your advice and believe that Feng Daban should be eliminated from the position of factory director of the East Factory!"
Lu Tiaoyang's heart skipped a beat!
bad thing!
Despite the fact that the little emperor is indifferent, if he really wants to let these words out, Feng Bao, let alone the Dongchang, may not even be able to be saved by the Supervisor of Ceremonies.
Now he could not wait to return to the court meeting immediately, throw out the memorial to impeach Gao Gong, and tie Gao Gong and Feng Bao to the stability of the court at the same time!
Don't wait until Zhang Ge comes back from Shishan Ling and finds that Gao Gong is still in the position of chief minister and Feng Bao has been kicked out!
He hurriedly advised: "Your Majesty, be careful! As someone who is in a position of internal and external confidentiality, you might as well inquire about the idea of ​​supervising the country."
All I have to say is, you are young, so stop messing around.
What Zhu Yijun wanted was his reaction.
He still looked obedient: "Lu Qing is worrying too much. I am old and ignorant of political affairs, so naturally I have to listen to my mother."
"But the circumstances reported by the ministers are reasonable. I think that the queen mother will probably accept the words of your ministers."
"I will only advise my mother to make an early decision to prevent instability in the court situation."
Lu Tiaoyang took a deep breath to prevent himself from fainting.
He is still waiting for the court meeting tomorrow to get Feng Bao's hand again.
The emperor's announcement was obviously to ask Empress Dowager Li to make a decision today.
Without the intervention of the New Party, there is no doubt that Queen Mother Li would have compromised under pressure.
Lu Tiaoyang stood still and stopped walking forward: "Since your Majesty already understands, you can just tell the Queen Mother alone, and there is no need for the minister to go."
He wants to return to the court meeting! Impeach Gao Gong immediately! Otherwise, it will be too late!
Only by muddying the waters can the position of Feng Baodong Factory be preserved.
If Feng Bao was really fired... Lu Tiaoyang felt bitter when he thought that Feng Bao might be angry with him.
Unexpectedly, he was about to move away.
Zhu Yijun grabbed his wrist, but today, there was nothing he could say to let Lu Tiaoyang go back.
He smiled and said: "Lu Qing, there is no need to be polite to me. I still have something to ask Lu Qing. Let's talk while we are walking."
While holding Lu Tiaoyang's wrist, he added: "Not only Feng Bao, but Yuan Fu, the official position, should also be eliminated!"
"Since you have made your suggestion, why don't you reluctantly build a ladder for me?"
Lu Tiaoyang was startled, his steps were pulled back, and even his mind was seduced back.
He said without concealing his surprise: "Your Majesty wants me to impeach Yuan Fu!?"
Isn't this... just what he wanted!?
The little emperor is ignorant of political affairs, and it is indeed ridiculous to take it for granted that he simultaneously reduces the responsibilities of foreign ministers and foreign ministers.
If the ancestral system shakes the status of the internal and external ministers at the same time, then there is something wrong with the ancestral system.
Instead, it will only allow both of them to land safely.
Zhu Yijun looked at Lu Tiaoyang calmly: "Lu Qing, I am not evil to Yuan Fu and Daban, but I am doing them good."
"It's my fault for not letting the eldest companion and Yuan Fu have corresponding powers and responsibilities, and being forced to shoulder a whole load of responsibilities."
"How can I bear to be subject to these unwarranted slanders just because I, the emperor, am forced by my mother to hold two jobs?"
"Now that everyone is in power, they should imitate the laws established by their ancestors, distinguish themselves clearly, and each perform their duties, so as to preserve their reputation."
"It's okay that my eldest companion is an eunuch, but Yuan Fu is a gentleman who was admitted to the imperial examination by me. He has high moral standing and has worked hard for many years. He is about to reach the age of becoming an official. We also need to consider Yuan Fu's reputation as a young man."
Step by step, he lured Lu Tiaoyang into a trap.
Originally, the New Party wanted to backstab and impeach, so there was no need for his persuasion.
The key point is, do you want to form a tacit understanding with me for this impeachment of Lu Tiaoyang?
If you are willing, then I ask you to work with me to remove Feng Bao from his post, and then impeach Gao Gong later. Do you dare to disobey me?
If you don't want to... I discussed it with you and you didn't agree. If you continue to talk nonsense when I go to my mother's house, I will call you a sycophant in the Qianqing Palace.
To put it bluntly, it means blocking his mouth, either not talking, or saying whatever I tell you to say.
Lu Tiaoyang didn't know what the emperor was thinking.
It just suddenly occurred to me why Zhang Juzheng told him a few days ago that it is best to go gentle and not to overdo it - the letter from the palace stated that Empress Dowager Li was preparing to let Gao Gong enter the official career with dignity.
All along, the news given by Feng Bao was that Empress Dowager Li hated Gao Gong deeply and would depose Gao Gong once she was in charge of the country.
However, the past few days had been uncharacteristically uncharacteristic, leaving Lu Tiaoyang confused. He could only attribute it to the fickleness of women.
At this moment he finally had the answer.
The new emperor was so grateful for Gao Gong's contribution and the close connection between mother and son. Concubine Li did not want to cause too much trouble and make her son feel grudge, which was normal.
Combined with this incident, he could also confirm that the emperor really wanted Gao Gong to be good when he allowed himself to be impeached and removed Gao Gong from his post in the Ministry of Civil Affairs.
but.
Qingshi style review...
It really makes Lu Tiaoyang sigh in his heart that there is a king and a minister who would consider this.
Zhang Cong and Emperor Shizong were already in harmony with each other.
When Zhang Cong fell ill, Emperor Shizong personally made medicine for him. After he became an official, Emperor Shizong also sent Jinyi guards to visit him many times to inquire about his welfare and prevent anyone from counterattacking. He also summoned Zhang Cong to the capital several times to resume his post in order to strengthen his strength.
Even so, Zhang Cong also took the blame for Shizong.
Sejong never considered this man's reputation in history.
On the contrary, is the new emperor now so kind?
Gao Gong was treated so kindly just because he had the late emperor's favor.
He didn't even dare to think about what kind of scenery Gaoyi would have in the future.
It would be a lie to say that he is not envious. Lu Tiaoyang really feels particularly uncomfortable.
However, at this point, he finally understood the emperor's position and thoughts.
It was also confirmed that the emperor's request to impeach Gao Gong was neither a child's amusement nor a scheming test.
When Lu Tiaoyang responded this time, his tone was more or less convinced: "Your Majesty's kindness and virtue are a blessing to your ministers."
"I dare you to reject your Majesty's offer."
"The little minister will appear in front of the Queen Mother later to impeach Yuan Fu and complete the friendship between monarch and minister for Your Majesty!"
Naturally, he wanted to go with the flow.
I was originally going to do this, but now I can do it under the banner of the little emperor.
Although it is unethical to bypass the cabinet for impeachment, after all, he is the chief minister of the cabinet, so it is reasonable to avoid suspicion.
Seeing that Lu Tiaoyang was finally lifted up by him, Zhu Yijun finally breathed a sigh of relief.
He couldn't help but grin: "Lu Qing, don't be anxious!"
Okay, now this matter is not a tacit understanding within your new party, but a tacit understanding between you and me.
Of course, I have the final say on time!
Not agreeing and regretting after agreeing are not the same thing.
Lu Tiaoyang looked confused.
He then thoughtfully explained: "There is no reason to impeach both the internal and foreign ministers at the same time. This would easily lead to unrest in the country. Naturally, we will wait until Feng Daban is dismissed from his post."
"Your Majesty, follow me to see my mother. I just want to explain the rules of the country."
"As for the impeachment of Yuan Fu, we will wait until the matter of Feng Daban is settled."
Lu Tiaoyang's eyelids twitched.
I started to react and wondered if I was on the right track.
Lu Tiaoyang began to look a little flustered: "Your Majesty, minister..."
Zhu Yijun suddenly turned cold.
He raised his hand and interrupted Lu Tiaoyang: "Lu Qing, I know that you are the Minister of Rites. You have etiquette in mind and know and do as one."
"I have listened to your advice and am ready to eliminate the redundant posts of Daban and Yuanfu."
"Does Lu Qing have to be in a hurry and destabilize the court situation?"
Lu Tiaoyang's body became stiff as he bowed down.
What does it mean to listen to my advice!
It's better now. People are being framed and not blamed, but they are also accused of being blamed.
What's terrible is that he just accepted the emperor's appointment in person.
Do you want to turn your back and deny it, leaving the little emperor with the impression of being a bully?
That's all. The worst possible outcome is to give up this body.
The problem is...
The emperor seemed to admire the new law very much and had an inexplicable tacit understanding with Zhang Juzheng.
What if he messes with this and makes the emperor hostile to the new law?
An emperor who opposed new laws?
However, he did not dare to really let Feng Bao be dismissed.
This is not a question of cost-effectiveness.
Feng Bao's Dongchang exchange for Gao Gong's official position is really not a loss.
The problem is, this is an act of generosity!
What will Feng Bao think then? Will he vent his anger on Lu Tiaoyang, or even introduce the New Deal?
He didn't have a good impression of the eunuchs, and he even felt that the emperor's considerations were right.
In normal times, he would have responded, but now... the so-called overall situation is more important.
Feng Bao is a small matter, but the new law is of great importance to the overall situation. He is afraid that this new law will be messed up!
Now, it’s really hard to get off the tiger, there are no humans at the two ends!
Zhu Yijun gained perspective and understood Lu Tiaoyang's concerns.
Continue to increase efforts to loosen Lu Tiaoyang's restraints.
He said without leaving any trace: "I know that Yuan Fude is highly respected. Even if it is for his own good, if Lu Qing impeaches me, I will definitely feel depressed."
"But... I will never forget what Lu Qing did. If Lu Qing asks for you in the future, I will treat him as if I support Mr. Zhang Ge and support the imperial examination."
Leave Feng Bao alone and look at me.
Those certified by Zhang Juzheng, those who support the new law, those who are benevolent, righteous and holy.
Besides, Feng Bao may at most resent your inability to do things well, but that's only possible.
Could it be that Feng Bao thought that he was protected by the Queen Mother, and Dongchang was pinching him, so he didn't take it to heart at all?
But if you don’t comply and only want to stir up trouble, what do you think of me, who has just had a heart-to-heart relationship with you? How can I support the new law in the future?
Furthermore, wouldn’t it be in the interests of the new party to weaken Gao Gong and Feng Bao at the same time?
Lu Tiaoyang felt harsh - he would not forget what Lu Qing had done.
He was already hesitating, and now he was even more hesitant.
Now we had to weigh the attitudes of Feng Bao and the emperor.
After thinking about it carefully, I suddenly realized that it didn't seem impossible.
The emperor's support is of no importance...
As for Feng Bao, he, Lu Tiaoyang, was in trouble again, and anyone with a discerning eye would know that it was someone from Gao Gong who impeached him.
Although he did not provide timely help, he could only say that the incident happened suddenly, and Feng Bao may not really be able to blame him.
Furthermore, if we make some repairs at that time, it might not be enough to appease Feng Bao.
The important thing is that if he ignores the tacit understanding just now and stirs up the troubled waters, he will definitely offend the emperor... and he won't let him go!
Thinking of this, Lu Tiaoyang finally realized that he was riding a tiger and had missed the chance to help Feng Bao.
He nodded feebly: "Your Majesty has your orders, I dare not disobey you. This is also for the sake of Yuan Fu's posthumous reputation. How can I be in trouble?"
Zhu Yijun finally relaxed and finally held Lu Tiaoyang down, so he didn't have to worry about him talking nonsense in front of Empress Dowager Li.
If Lu Tiaoyang was practicing Tai Chi with him and had to think about Feng Bao's platform, then he would have to leave Zhu Xixiao alone to accompany him later.
Fortunately, if you think about it yourself, each of them looks better.
He quickly grabbed Lu Tiaoyang's arm warmly.
Enthusiastically said: "Lu Qing is indeed a loyal minister. In the future, we will have to rely on Lu Qing to govern the country."
"It's not just Yuan Fu. If the Ming Dynasty can really prosper again by then, I might not be able to build Lingyan Pavilion again and make the names of all the ministers posthumous!"
Zhu Yijun walked in front, holding Lu Tiaoyang's arm, almost as if he was dragging him away.
As soon as he said these words, he clearly felt that the veteran behind him was walking much more briskly.
She even grabbed his hand with her backhand and squeezed it tightly on the arm.
Gee, people are always in a hurry.
Note 1: In the case of Hu Ke, Cao Daye discussed ten things about the disloyalty of Gao Gongda, a great scholar... Self-gong was reused, that is, revenge was the thing. In the past, he bluntly said that he was guilty of crimes such as Cen Yongbin and other twenty or thirty people, and all were demoted and promoted.
The good people in the court are in vain. They are disloyal in three ways... Since taking charge of the official department, those he has not promoted are all relatives, hometown, disciples, and old friends. For example, deputy envoy Cao Jin
, his children in the family, who had no talents, were promoted to the rank of Minister of the Ministry of Justice. Han Ji, his dear disciple in Shizhong, was promoted to Youtongzheng soon after receiving his salary. Others who were allowed to use him as he liked, could not
Shengji. There are four reasons for his disloyalty... The scientific and technical officials are His Majesty's eyes and ears. The reason why the ministers dare not commit adultery is because of this. Gong wants to obscure his words and let him do whatever he wants. Therefore, every choice
When conferring academic knowledge, one must first give instructions to the ministry and not speak out about the faults of ministers. This is to cover up His Majesty’s ears and eyes in order to facilitate his evil plans. There are five reasons for his disloyalty. Nowadays, many academic officials have sophistry, and your Majesty has little
To use it, it is to hand over the chapter and submit it to the court. As for Gong's crimes, they are all hidden. Therefore, everyone inside and outside knows that Gong is there, but they don't know that there is His Majesty. This is evil by forming cliques and being unfaithful. In the past, Yan Song
It is only the affairs of the prime minister's cabinet, but it has not yet included the power of the official department. Now Gong Gong has been in charge of the official department for a long time and refuses to dismiss, so he is in control of whether he can give it up or take it away. He can be promoted, deposed, or retained as he pleases. He does not care about the actions of external caressing and promotion.
, the Qing Dynasty was not sympathetic to the Qing Dynasty. Therefore, its power was greater than that of Song; and its use of bandits and rejection of good people was even worse than that of Song. Therefore, its exclusive power was used arbitrarily, and it was disloyal. The following are summarized...
Chapter completed!