Chapter 926 925 [So many things in ancient and modern times]

The wedding banquet was very lively, but because of the presence of the emperor and empress, the dignitaries in the hall seemed a little reserved.

Shortly after Mo Haoli retired due to illness, Emperor Kaiping asked Queen Chen to return to the palace first, and then said to Pei Yue: "You come with me for a walk."

This is also the proper meaning of the title. Pei Yue knew it well. The emperor brought Queen Chen to his high hall today, so that his wedding ceremony would have a perfect ending, and at the same time, he would reward the two of them in the name of the queen.

Jade Ruyi, who is extremely precious to the newlyweds, must be hoping to take this opportunity to settle the previous matters.

There are lights and colorful decorations everywhere in the Hou Mansion, creating a peaceful and festive atmosphere, except for the presence of many vigorous figures in the open and secret.

Pei Yue has always been cautious. Although under normal circumstances no one would cause trouble on his wedding day, he must be prepared, so in addition to personal soldiers, there are also some troops transferred from Qinyuan and Xiangyun in the mansion today.

Guard.

However, after the emperor and empress arrived, the defense of the entire front yard had been taken over by the palace guards. The overall protection was so airtight that not even a bird could fly in.

The monarch and his ministers strolled into the flower hall, followed by a group of palace servants and jailers from a distance.

Emperor Kaiping looked at the elegant furnishings in the palace and said calmly: "You don't seem to welcome my arrival."

Pei Yue was startled, and then replied calmly: "Your Majesty, these words are unjust."

Emperor Kaiping raised his lips slightly and said calmly: "After last year's court meeting, didn't you already make up your mind to draw a clear line with me?"

Pei Yue sighed softly and said honestly: "Your Majesty, I am just a little surprised. I originally thought that even if your Majesty were to come, he would bring the imperial concubine with him. Unexpectedly, it was the empress who came."

After he and the eldest prince explained their intentions, he persuaded the eldest prince some time ago and achieved very good results. The palace should be well aware of this. Since the emperor hopes that he can become a supporter of the eldest prince, then today he should

When I brought Concubine Wu here, why was Empress Chen the one who showed up?

Moreover, Empress Chen was given two jade handles as a reward. What a precious favor this was?

In this way, wouldn't Pei Yue be caught in the middle? How could he attack the second prince in the future?

Emperor Kaiping was a little surprised. He didn't expect that after experiencing the previous suppression, Pei Yue could still be so honest in front of him. His thoughts were flying, but his face turned cold and he scolded: "Foolish thing, even this simple thing

You can’t even understand the truth?”

Pei Yue was slightly stunned and looked at the emperor with a blank expression.

Emperor Kaiping was amused. After sitting down, he pointed to the teapot on the table and then said: "The Queen is the Lord of the Sixth Palace. Of course I have to give her dignity. How can I avoid her in such a formal occasion? Do you think I can?"

Like you, you can do whatever you want, and do whatever you don't want to do? If I bring Concubine Wu to your high court tonight, a group of people will impeach you tomorrow, and maybe even I won't be able to escape."

Pei Yue was suddenly enlightened. While pouring tea for Emperor Kaiping, he smiled sheepishly and said, "I haven't listened to your majesty's reprimands and teachings for a long time. I have indeed become stupid again."

Emperor Kaiping took the tea cup, pointed to the opposite side and said: "Sit down."

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Pei Yue smiled and sat down magnanimously.

Emperor Kaiping sighed inwardly. Putting aside the threat of a potential powerful minister to the imperial power of the Tian family, he really liked the young minister in front of him because he was not only loyal and capable, but also able to make his supreme leader feel a rare sense of family affection.

Since ancient times, the emperor has been a loner, and even the princes need to be guarded against. Emperor Kaiping naturally understood this truth.

But maybe he didn't want to admit it privately, but Pei Yue, a minister, always made him feel comfortable.

Thinking of this, Emperor Kaiping sighed softly: "Although I am the emperor, I cannot do whatever I want. I have to consider all aspects of everything. For example, even if I want to bring Concubine Wu here today, I must take the queen's dignity into consideration, and I have to care about this."

The repercussions this incident will cause. Even though it is just a simple trip out of the palace, and it is still within Kyoto, the imperial army and the imperial guards must make detailed arrangements."

Pei Yue was silent after hearing this.

In fact, the emperor has never been so straightforward as at this moment, obviously he didn't want him to misunderstand the meaning of his words.

He couldn't help but think of the old man's sincere reminder when he sent Mo Haoli away just now.

Mo Haoli understood the emperor's temperament better than he did. From the quiet arrival of the emperor and empress, the old man could clearly see Emperor Kaiping's thoughts, so he came up with those words of advice.

The atmosphere in the flower hall is very peaceful, and time passes quietly.

Pei Yue slowly raised his head and said with some difficulty: "Your Majesty, I am not greedy for power, but I cannot accept becoming white again."

Emperor Kaiping breathed a sigh of relief.

He smiled and asked, "Why?"

Pei Yue said sincerely: "I have offended too many people over the years, and I hold too much wealth in my hands. If I hand over all my authority, your Majesty will certainly be able to protect me, but... it would be treasonous to say this.

, How can I protect myself and my loved ones when Your Majesty waits for a hundred years? Those people will tear me into pieces and then swallow them into their stomachs without blinking an eye."

Emperor Kaiping asked curiously: "You don't trust Liu Xian's character very much? If not, you wouldn't help him wander around during this period."

Pei Yue was silent for a moment and said slowly: "Your Majesty, people will always change."

Emperor Kaiping looked at the anxiety and sadness in his eyes, and finally realized a problem that should not have been ignored.

It seems that the previous suppression has hurt this young minister's heart.

In fact, according to common sense, as a king, he does not need to care about the thoughts of his ministers. They only need to accept and obey. However, Pei Yue is different after all. It can be said that he was a confidant promoted by Emperor Kaiping. Moreover, judging from past deeds

Look, there is a very obvious difference between this young minister and the others.

From the time he offered the briquette recipe just to keep Xiangyun's market in Kyoto, to all his subsequent decisions, it can be seen very clearly that Pei Yue's loyalty and selfishness were not concealed.

He is willing to dedicate himself to Tianjia and Daliang, but he never hides that he wants to protect his future.

Be loyal, but not foolishly loyal.

The most important thing is that he dared to express his feelings in front of the emperor.

Emperor Kaiping secretly lamented, what kind of experience could have created Pei Yue's unique temperament, which was different from all the courtiers in the world.

Thinking of this, he asked solemnly: "Since people can change, will you change? Although I often laughed at you for not having ink in your stomach, I know that you like to read history. Looking at the history books, we can see that during the heyday of the dynasty,

At that time, everyone was a loyal minister, and when the situation changed, countless powerful traitors appeared, and such people were not uncommon."

Pei Yue looked at the emperor's shining eyes and said sincerely: "Your Majesty works diligently and loves the people, and the people live and work in peace and contentment. It is a foregone conclusion that Daliang will bring peace to the world. No one can change this general trend. There are countless rebellious ministers and traitors in the history books, but no one has ever been able to do so."

In this case, the rebellion was successful. Is it possible that I can rebel and conquer the world with only 10,000 hidden front guard troops?"

Emperor Kaiping suddenly laughed.

Pei Yue sighed and said slowly: "Your Majesty, I have actually wanted to say these words for a long time. I am now a first-class prince, and I may be able to get a prince in the future. It is extremely noble. And I have endless money.

With my money, I can marry the woman I like, and I don’t need to work as hard as Your Majesty. I can’t imagine how comfortable and comfortable my life is. I’m so full that I have to think about a rebellion that has no chance of success?”

Emperor Kaiping said gently: "But you are still very young."

Pei Yue smiled and said: "As long as Your Majesty no longer increases the title of vassal, does not promote the minister's military position, and allows the minister to work for Daliang in a down-to-earth manner, what will be the problem?"

"childish."

Emperor Kaiping approved, but the smile in his eyes was undisguised, and then said: "Actually, I have never doubted your loyalty, but as you said, people will always change, so I have to do something

arrange."

He paused and said solemnly: "Pei Yue, I have never said these words to a courtier. You must not let me down."

Pei Yue breathed a sigh of relief, stood up and said, "Please give me your Majesty's instructions."
Chapter completed!