If it were in the past, even noble representatives such as the British Duke and Cheng Guogong, who were separated from the country, would not have the slightest solution when facing a group of civil servants.
After all, the power of the Xungui Group has been deprived bit by bit by the civil servant group in the past hundred years, and it has almost been reduced to a decoration in the court.
But that was in the past. With that great victory that had not been seen in decades, the noble side was definitely a vested interest in this victory, not just because there were a few more nobles among the nobles.
The newly promoted nobleman with great military achievements used this battle to regain control of the military power that had been lost long ago.
Whether you have military power or not, your confidence in speaking will naturally be different.
So when Yang Tinghe, Wang Hao and other important civil servants stood up to express their opposition, Zhang Lun and Zhu Fu seemed quite indifferent, showing a calm and confident attitude.
When they noticed the eyes of several honorable nobles looking at them, Zhang Lun and Zhu Fu looked at each other. They knew that at this time they had to stand up and express their attitudes.
Not to mention that they had reached a tacit understanding with the emperor before, but this time the civil servant group strongly opposed the tax reform proposed by Li Huan. Even if the emperor did not express his position, they would inevitably choose to support Li Huan.
After all, Li Huan can now be said to be the representative figure of their Xungui Group. Only if Li Huan's position is stable can the interests of their Xungui Group be protected.
In this case, anyone who opposes Li Huan is the enemy of their Xungui Group.
Zhang Lunshan took a deep breath, looked at Yang Tinghe unceremoniously and said, "Mr. Yang Ge, aren't you being too alarmist? The method of dividing a small family into an equal amount of land is beneficial to the country and the people. Why didn't I see that?"
What is the harm to the country and the people? How come it has turned into a scourge when it is said to be a policy that is clearly beneficial to the country and the people? Could it be that you are afraid that once this method is implemented, it will greatly damage your own interests."
Cheng Guangnai, the censor of the right capital, is a newly promoted official, and he is also a veteran of the imperial court. After all, being able to become a noble official like the censor of the capital, not to mention other things, at least his prestige and influence among the scholars are definitely
Not to be underestimated.
Although Cheng Guang dare not say that he has many disciples and former officials, he is also a famous scholar among scholars, and his influence is definitely not comparable to that of ordinary people.
At this time, watching Zhang Lun refute Yang Tinghe, he had no scruples about Zhang Lungui's noble status as a British prince. He even spoke rudely to the British: "Don't you, the British, not aware of the seriousness of the reform? If you are not careful, the country will be in turmoil."
, is it Mr. Yang Ge who knows how to govern a country or your British father, or do you, Mr. British, also know how to govern a country?"
When Cheng Guang said the last sentence, there was even a hint of ridicule in his words, but his eyes were directed at Li Huan.
To say that Cheng Guang's words were directed at Zhang Lun, it would be better to say that he was directed at Li Huan.
After all, in the eyes of these important civil servants, Li Huan was born in a military family in a local guard station, and his background was definitely considered humble in their eyes. A Huangkou boy who came from a mere military family was just lucky enough to be favored by the emperor.
I dare to propose any changes.
This requires them, the important ministers in the court, to deal with themselves. If word spreads, how will the people in the world treat them?
Li Huan couldn't help but frown. Looking at Cheng Guang, who had a gray beard, a faint smile appeared on his lips, but his words were unceremonious: "Does it mean that Cheng Yushi knows how to govern a country?"
When Cheng Guang heard this, he immediately stroked his beard and said with a bit of pride: "I was born in the second rank of Jinshi. I have been in officialdom for decades and assisted two generations of kings. Li Huan, you actually said that I don't know how to govern the country. It's really ridiculous.
Extremely."
On the contrary, Li Huan nodded with deep understanding and said: "If Mr. Cheng is deeply versed in the way of governing the country, then can Mr. Cheng tell Li why our treasury is empty every year, and even several times when we need it, we have to come from the inner treasury?"
Allocating money to support the imperial court, is this how you govern the country?"
Li Huan's words were not only directed at Cheng Guang, but also at Wang Hao, Yang Tinghe and others.
As soon as Li Huan said this, both Wang Hao and Yang
Ting He and other officials all had serious expressions on their faces. This was definitely an undeniable problem for them.
Since Cheng Guang accused Li Huan and Zhang Lun did not understand the way of governing the country, Li Huan bluntly asked Cheng Guang and others why the treasury was empty since they knew the way of governing the country.
Cheng Guang was speechless for a moment, but when he looked at Li Huan, he snorted coldly, waved his long sleeves and said, "Young man with a yellow mouth, the way of governing a country is not as simple as you think, I am too lazy to explain it to you.
"
Seeing Cheng Guang's reaction, several important ministers lowered their heads and explained that it was Cheng Guang's words that were too low-level and had simply lowered their standards.
As expected, Zhu Houzhao, who was sitting behind the royal table, couldn't help but show a bit of disappointment in his eyes after listening to Cheng Guang's words.
It is really unfortunate for the Ming Dynasty that such incompetent people can reach high positions in the Ming Dynasty.
Cheng Guang, who had no idea that he had left a very deep impression on the emperor, was now saying to the emperor: "Your Majesty, I would rather beg for bones than see female thieves like Li Huan causing trouble in our Ming Dynasty.
Sheji."
As he spoke, Cheng Guang knelt down directly in front of the emperor's royal table, as if he would resign if the emperor agreed to Li Huan's tax reform.
"There's also a minister!"
"I don't want to be in the court with Li Huan, a female traitor!"
Immediately, two important ministers, the Censor of Zuodu and the Minister of Rites, followed Cheng Guang and bowed down in front of the emperor's royal table.
Zhu Houzhao watched this scene, glanced at the three people kneeling there expressionlessly, and said slowly: "Dear members of the Qing family, is there anyone else who wants to beg for bones?"
In the eyes of Cheng Guang and others, the emperor is still young and has only been on the throne for a few years. His methods and character are much worse. As important ministers of the court, under such circumstances, they only need to resign.
If they threaten them, it is expected that the emperor will be frightened by them, and he will definitely open his mouth to persuade them to stay.
It can be said that at this moment, Cheng Guang and the others were waiting with great anticipation for the emperor to ask them to stay, and then issued an order to reprimand Li Huan.
At this time, the three of them were in a very good mood, and were even full of expectations for the future.
At today's imperial meeting, Li Huan proposed tax reform, which will inevitably spread throughout the capital and the world, and when the time comes, the world's scholars will be in turmoil.
And if they can force the emperor to give up his support for Li Huanxing's reform, then the actions of the three of them today in front of the emperor and forcing the palace will definitely spread throughout the world. By then, among the scholars, who dares to say that they are not serving the country and the people?
, a loyal person who dares to give direct advice.
I just don't know why, but when they heard the emperor's somewhat indifferent words echoing in the imperial study room, a few people felt something bad in their hearts.
Cheng Guang subconsciously raised his head and looked at the emperor. Just one glance made Cheng Guang's heart skip a beat.
The emperor's face was gloomy, and his eyes filled with infinite majesty contained a hint of indifference and determination that he had never seen before.
"No, I'm afraid it might be self-defeating this time."
Cheng Guang was not a fool after all. He noticed something was wrong with the emperor's expression and immediately understood it.
However, Cheng Guangdang lay down on the ground and kowtowed, crying: "Your Majesty, I hope that the country, the country, and the country are the most important thing!"
The censor of Zuodu and the minister of rites were all human beings. When they noticed Cheng Guang's reaction, they immediately kowtowed on the ground and shouted loudly.
Li Huan looked at the performances of Cheng Guang and others calmly, with disdain in his eyes.
color.
Wang Hao, Yang Ting and a few others also noticed that the emperor's expression was wrong, and they vaguely understood something. They saw Wang Hao step forward and was about to speak, trying to plead for Cheng Guang and the others, but before he could speak, the emperor heard that
He said categorically and without hesitation: "Since several members of the Qing family insist on begging for the bones, I don't want to force anyone to do it. In this case, you and I, the monarch and the ministers, can get together and disperse. Today, I have agreed to the request of some of my dear friends."
If it was just a little uneasy in the heart at first, then when the emperor finished speaking, Cheng Guang and the other two people suddenly felt as if they were eggplants beaten by frost, and their whole bodies wilted.
"His Majesty
Your Majesty, you must have been deceived by the female thief." Cheng Guang and the others came to their senses and kept shouting and pleading.
After a lifetime of climbing up, I don’t know how much effort and price they have paid, and now they have finally become one of the most noble people in the Ming Dynasty. However, in the blink of an eye, their status, status, and political power have left them.
How to make people accept it.
"Come here, take a few people down."
Zhu Houzhao snorted coldly, and he heard several imperial guards coming from outside the imperial study, and stepped forward to take the three of them away.
Cheng Guang was so angry that he immediately rolled his eyes and passed out.
But these imperial guards didn't care whether Cheng Guang passed out or not. They just carried out the emperor's order and took Cheng Guang and the others out without hesitation.
When Wang Hao saw this, he couldn't help but said: "Your Majesty, Mr. Cheng."
Seeing this, Zhu Houzhao, who was in anger, couldn't help slamming the table, stood up suddenly, and stared directly at Wang Hao. Yang Tinghe and other officials who clearly opposed it said coldly: "Don't tell me that you don't know what Li Qing proposed.
What kind of impact does the law of marrying children into mothers have on our Ming Dynasty? If it can be implemented, it can at least consolidate the national destiny of our Ming Dynasty for a hundred years. However, you are crazy to stop such things that benefit the country and the people. I want to be steady.
Everyone, what do you want to do?"
Plop!
Immediately, Yang Tinghe, Wang Hao and other officials were so frightened that they knelt down one by one. The emperor's words were a bit heartbreaking!
"I don't dare, I don't dare!"
Although they all have their own little thoughts, if the emperor accuses them of having an ulterior motive, it might mean confiscating their homes and exterminating their clans. Li Huan, who is not looking aside, is looking at them with a strange look?
The Minister of the Ministry of Industry even loudly said: "I have no second thoughts, and I believe that we, the Ming Dynasty, should implement reforms to benefit the people of our Ming Dynasty."
"Yes, yes, I also think this method is feasible!"
Immediately, someone changed their explanation and shouted in support of the reform.
Wang Hao looked at his colleagues beside him, took a deep breath, and saluted the emperor: "I have served for three dynasties and several generations of emperors. I am loyal to your majesty. I will never want to see your majesty be bewitched by female ministers. I still say the same thing."
"The law of our ancestors cannot be changed. If not, please resign and return to your hometown."
Zhu Houzhao, who was standing there, waved his hand without hesitation and said, "That's right!"
"Forehead!"
As if he didn't expect the emperor to be so neat and tidy, Wang Hao, who hadn't finished speaking, just stayed there, looking up in disbelief at the emperor who approved his request to retire and return to his hometown without hesitation.
On the side, Duke Cheng, Zhu Fu, smiled and said to Wang Hao: "Old Wangge, didn't you hear that His Majesty has approved your request to retire and return to your hometown? Why don't you thank Your Majesty for your great kindness!"
Zhu Fu was about the same age as Wang Hao, and they were both buried up to their necks in loess. At this moment, Zhu Fu looked at Wang Hao's deflated look, not to mention how relieved he felt.
It had been many years since he had been in such a good mood. Being able to watch an old and important minister like Wang Hao crumble in front of the emperor, all the frustration he had suffered for most of his life seemed to have disappeared.
Wang Hao didn't pay attention to Zhu Fu's ridicule at all, but couldn't help but look at the emperor and trembled: "Your Majesty..."
Zhu Houzhao glanced at the crowd coldly and said: "I have decided that Li Qing will personally preside over the tax reform. The cabinet, the six yamen, and officials from top to bottom must fully cooperate with this tax reform. If there is anyone who violates the law and secretly obstructs the reform,
, I will definitely punish you severely."
After speaking, Zhu Houzhao turned around and left, leaving only his back to everyone.
After a while in the imperial study room, Wang Hao, Yang Tinghe, Liu Yu and others finally came back to their senses. They all looked at each other and couldn't help but look at Li Huan.
Li Huan felt the eyes of everyone, and a faint smile appeared at the corner of his mouth: "My lords, please give me your advice in the future."
Wang Hao slowly got up from the ground, straightened his clothes, looked at Li Huan and said coldly: "Li Huan, since ancient times, reformers have rarely achieved good results."
Finally, hahaha, I am here just to watch you walk on the execution ground, and I will definitely have someone collect your body by then."
After saying this, Wang Hao straightened his body and strode outside.
Several officials looked at Li Huan and left with Wang Hao. When Yang Tinghe came to Li Huan's side, he nodded at Li Huan and said: "The champion, please do what you want."
Soon, only Wang Yangming, Zhang Lun, Zhu Fu, and Li Huan were left in the imperial study.
Zhang Lun took a step forward and looked at Li Huan with a bit of worry in his eyes. Although Wang Hao and others opposed Li Huan's reform because of their own selfish motives, Wang Hao was right about one thing.
Since ancient times, few people who have carried out political reforms have achieved a happy death, so Zhang Lun and Zhu Fu could not help but feel worried.
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