Scanning the main hall, he found that Shen Ao, Duke Zhongguo and the head of the Financial Department of the Household Department, did not appear in the court meeting. He couldn't help but cursed the little fox in his heart.
After knowing the content of today's court meeting, it was naturally the wisest choice for Shen Ao not to appear here. Otherwise, would he really show up and ask everyone what to do, question him face to face, and force him?
If that were the case, the contradictions and conflicts would not be resolved. In the end, either Shen Ao would leave, or the impeachment ministers would leave. Against all people, no matter how arrogant Shen Ao is, he would not make such a choice, it would only give him the title of emperor It just brings pressure.
Shen Ao did not come to the court to participate in the meeting, which allowed everyone to speak freely and say whatever they wanted without having to worry too much. Although what they said would eventually reach Shen Ao's ears, But after all, we are not facing real people, so the pressure is naturally not that great.
Just like at this time, Zhongcheng Hou Shen Yunyi was like a primary school student, holding a small notebook and recording everyone's speeches, which is a clear proof. This scene was also seen by many people, but no one took it seriously. , because they firmly believe that so many courtiers have such unified opinions that Shen Ao must go to the barbarian land this time. What kind of pressure or threat can a person who wants to leave bring to them?
Without taking care of it, more and more courtiers stood up, and the number of them was already more than half. This pressure made Emperor Qianwen frown involuntarily, and he had to speak: "My beloved ministers, , the matter between the fifth princess and Duke Zhongguo was decided by the Empress Dowager. To be honest, I made a special trip to Jixiang Palace last night to talk about this matter. But the Empress Dowager did not agree, and instead reprimanded me, you guys Tell me, let me do whatever I want. Do you want me to be an unfilial person?"
In ancient times, the word "filial piety" was very important. I don't know how many emperors said that benevolence and filial piety govern the world. This is the so-called mainstream and does not allow others to question it.
Sure enough, Emperor Qianwen had the word of filial piety at the forefront, and many of his ministers shut their mouths once they opened their mouths. They could often accuse the emperor of something he did wrong, and even if he was punished for a while, But it is still a good thing to have a clear and outspoken name for the country. Once it is done, it will be recorded in the history books, which is naturally an excellent thing. But when it comes to filial piety, no one dares to question it.
Anyone who dares to express a different opinion on such a matter is tantamount to causing trouble for himself. He is waiting to be punished with a serious crime, scolded by thousands of people, and will be infamy for thousands of years.
Just the word "filial piety" suppressed the agitated hearts of the ministers. Emperor Qianwen looked helpless on the surface, but in fact he was filled with joy. He wanted to see that these words of benevolence, justice and morality were actually short-sighted, and even reduced to What else can some people's servants who are lackeys say?
Naturally, the ministers did not dare to speak casually. For such things that challenge the bottom line of human beings, whoever stands up will be the target of public criticism, and will definitely be punished and cast aside.
Just because the ministers didn't dare, doesn't mean that the princes didn't dare. It's true that the Queen Mother was the mother of Emperor Qianwen, but she was also the grandmother of all the princes, wasn't she?
Seeing that the courtiers had stopped talking, Prince Qing and Prince Xiang had a rare look at each other and reached a rare agreement on one thing. Then the two princes fell to their knees with a plop, and Prince Qing was the first to speak. Said: "Father, the emperor's grandmother is a sensible person. What happened at the beginning was just a joke. It did not form any will and was registered. It is not unchangeable. I would like to go see the emperor's grandmother and explain it. We have a great relationship, and I believe that the Imperial Grandmother will definitely support my son and ministers."
"My son is also willing to go to the Jixiang Palace to meet the emperor's grandmother. Not to mention that it was just a verbal statement at the time. For the safety of the dynasty and the safety of the people on the border, even if the will is formed, it cannot be changed." King Xiang also said. He opened his mouth and spoke with great righteousness, as if he cared about the people in the border areas. In fact, even if the people in Daliang City fell hungry on the road, he would not take a second look.
Moreover, King Xiang also mentioned the matter of changing the will. From this point of view, this is a person without principles, a person who can change everything for the sake of immediate interests. If the future of Daqian is left in the hands of this person , wouldn’t the policy change at any time? If so, how can we win the trust of everyone? It would be strange to do things without chaos.
At this moment, Emperor Qianwen was even more disappointed with Prince Xiang. Of course, his feelings for Prince Qing were not much better. Knowing that he was a useless person, he still dared to spy on the throne of the emperor. He must have no idea of the heights of the world and who he was.
He was angry, but he couldn't express it casually. After all, the words of the two princes at this time represented not only them, but also the thoughts of the ministers. Emperor Qianwen could not refuse directly, otherwise he would not be able to govern without these officials. Isn't Daliang City going to be in chaos?
Emperor Qianwen, who was concerned about the overall situation, could only suppress the anger in his heart and said: "That being the case, Prince Qing and Prince Xiang should go see your imperial grandmother. If you can convince the empress dowager, I have no objection here."
Emperor Qianwen chose to stand back and wait. This was something he and his mother had discussed long ago. Only when Emperor Qianwen was not targeted could he be able to better control the situation and do some work in private to change this situation. Unfavorable situation.
The great dynasty meeting ended because of Emperor Qianwen's words. After the dynasty was dismissed, King Qing and King Xiang went to Jixiang Palace. Although they met the Empress Dowager, judging from the expressions on their faces when they exited the palace shortly after, it was clear that they had not achieved their goal. , otherwise the two princes would not both be livid.
After the court meeting dispersed, Shen Ao naturally knew all about what happened today. At the court meeting, there was not only his uncle who helped record the records, but also his students Ning Feng and Ren An. Both of them were fifth grade or above. Officials are naturally qualified to participate in court meetings.
It was just that Shen Ao had specifically told them before going to court that he only had ears and no mouth, so they did not stand up when someone wanted to harm their teacher. They just waited for the court meeting to end and then came to see Shen Ao. Made a detailed report on what happened in Tai Chi Hall.
Shen Ao sat on the big chair in the mansion and listened quietly, with a look of disappointment in his eyes from time to time. Judging from the reports from his uncle and the two students, it was not only Prince Qing and Prince Xiang, but also the left servant She Fan Shitong and the right servant She Bailigui all participated. Many of the courtiers who presented the memorial were their subordinates.
As expected, they are all people who put profit first, and they are all villains who can act according to the circumstances.
In the past, when there was profit to be made, everyone became friends with Shen Ao and maintained friendship. But when Shen Ao proposed a thing that tripled the business tax, they seemed to have changed. The support is gone. All that is left now is opposition.
Even so, why should Shen Ao be polite to them?
"Okay, you should always pay attention to the situation in the court. You can come and report at any time. Just go ahead." Ning Feng and Ren An waved to the two students who were much older than him, and Ning Feng and Ren An immediately agreed and retreated. Go down.
The two of them retreated, and were replaced by other stewards of the loyal government.
Looking at the three men and women standing in front of him, Shen Ao said without any concealment: "Our business has grown, and some people are jealous and openly started to cause trouble for us. Haha, eat and drink from a certain place So-and-so, enjoying the benefits gained from so-and-so’s hard work, is still spying on so-and-so’s family property. It’s really shameless. Tell me, what should we do?”
"What I didn't say, get them." Fan Bai, the second shopkeeper of Guochanglong, was the first to respond.
Fan Bai appears to be a member of Guochanglong, but in fact he has already taken refuge with Shen Ao. If he had not received Shen Ao's permission, he might have become a domestic slave of the Zhongguo Duke. He wanted to use this method A way to prove that he and Shen Ao are of the same mind.
"That's right, just mess with them." Shen Ao laughed. He was never a person who refused to retaliate, so he repaid evil with kindness?
How to repay kindness?
Shen Ao is a gentleman who never waits for revenge, but with the name of Crazy Shen, how many people know how ferocious the Duke of the country is?
How could the sign be weak this time?
"Wu Lian, starting from noon, the food at Xianweiju will be adjusted by 50%. There is no need to be polite to anyone."
"No." Wu Lian, who had been promoted to the manager of Xianweiju, agreed immediately. As for whether this would arouse the anger of the guests, that was not something she needed to consider at all. She only needed to complete the tasks assigned by her master. yes.
"Fan Bai, Guochanglong's Shen's rice paper has a price increase of 50%. The high-quality glass products in the auction are also set at a high price. If you find more support, you would rather lose the auction and be auctioned by your own people. Sell it to those bastards and white-eyed wolves at a low price."
Shen's rice paper is famous for its reasonable price and high quality. It has occupied the market in a short period of time, taking over the Lu family's original share in the paper industry. Now Shen's rice paper is in a near-monopoly position in Daliang City.
This is the disadvantage of supervision under feudal society. In later generations, apart from the state machinery, who can privately exercise monopoly?
But this time, Shen Ao is going to teach some people a hard lesson, letting them know how much profit there is in a monopolized industry and how much headache it causes those people.
"Chang Hong, Daqian Bank has increased the interest rate on loans and strictly verified the qualifications of the loan recipients. Unless there is physical resistance, other officials will ignore the greetings. They want face, but my father-in-law doesn't want face? Do you want to drive someone out? Daliang City, they are so easy to accept all this, but they are just trying to get their own way, bah!" Shen Ao spat, obviously really angry.
