Chen Ping had a rough guess as to why the people from the Ministry of War were looking for him.
When he heard what the other party really said, he couldn't help but curl up his lips.
"What? Mr. Chen is not satisfied? Yes, Mr. Chen is six yuan, and the official position is easily negotiable, as long as..." The doctor who worked as a minister quickly caught up with him, his tone was persuasive.
Chen Ping raised his hand to interrupt the other party. Don't you think it's a bit childish to still want to win over yourself at this time?
Or is it that these people have been in official circles for a long time and feel that everything can be measured by power?
"My lord, don't you think that I can't get this by relying on my own strength? You also said that I passed the sixth grade, and I am currently editing the Hanlin Academy. I will be able to serve as the sixth minister in two or three years. Why do you need to take this extra step?"
As soon as these words came out, the other party's expression suddenly changed. He already realized that Chen Ping didn't want to do this deal, and immediately sneered.
"Master Chen is right. Under normal circumstances, this is true, but now is an extraordinary period. After the crown prince succeeds to the throne, you may not be able to wait until you take up the sixth ministry."
"Oh, really? Is the King of Chu so capable? If he really wants to rebel, he can give it a try and see if the world can tolerate him."
Chen Ping stopped pretending and directly named King Chu, then strode towards the East Palace, leaving the doctor behind.
As soon as he arrived at the East Palace, Chen Ping's face fell. People are acting so arrogantly in the capital. What else are you saying to me that the emperor dare not act recklessly?
Does the Dog Emperor not take our lives seriously at all?
The King of Chu is waiting for your death, so what are you waiting for?
Chen Ping wished he could break into the palace now and ask Emperor Tianqi what he thought. Is he waiting for King Chu to wake up and come to the capital to plead guilty?
After finishing the prince's lessons in a somewhat confused manner, Chen Ping returned to his residence and felt that he might be tricked by the emperor.
No wonder the King of Chu was able to develop at the prefecture level and the human level, and spread his power to all states in the world. It turns out that you, the elder brother, are so soft-hearted.
"Damn it, don't they say that the emperor is ruthless and the most important thing is the power in his hands? Why can't he deal with the King of Chu who wants to seize the throne?"
"It was okay if you couldn't do it before, but now you are almost dying. Is it possible that you should leave King Chu to the prince to deal with it?"
Chen Ping admitted that the prince had abilities and talents, but judging from his contacts and teachings these days, there was still a long way to go before he could become a competent and qualified monarch. What about the King of Chu?
In his thirties, he was in his prime, and he had also won over a large number of officials, and perhaps even raised a considerable number of dead soldiers or troops in Jingzhou.
If we don't clean it up, when Emperor Tianqi burps, the young prince will fight his uncle King Chu with his head?
The best result is that a civil strife will seriously damage Dayu's vitality. When the time comes, the northern barbarians will definitely stop watching. Choose one between Jingkang's Shame and Weishui Alliance.
And Chen Ping didn’t even dare to think about the worst outcome!
"No, I have to go to the palace to talk to the emperor tomorrow. You don't have much time. I still have many good years!"
In front of the desk, Chen Ping thought with deep eyes.
In the palace at this time, Emperor Tianqi was meditating on the map of the thirteen states in the world.
It wasn't until a long time later that he sighed, and a glimmer of light flashed in his cloudy eyes.
"As of now, this is the only way it can be. Chi'er, don't blame your father. I have no other choice for the sake of Daiyu's country!"
After saying one sentence, Emperor Tianqi seemed to have been drained of all his strength, his eyes dimmed and he lay on the case, two lines of turbid tears slowly flowing down.
......
The next day.
Chen Ping first went to the Hanlin Academy to observe the government for the whole morning, and at the same time sent someone to the palace gate to ask when the emperor would be free. When he got off duty at noon, he went straight to the palace without even bothering to eat.
"Your Majesty, Chen Xiuzhuan of the Hanlin Academy would like to see you."
"Chen Ping? Well...let him in!"
Chen Ping stepped into the side hall, bowed deeply and saluted, and from the corner of his eye he saw Emperor Tianqi reviewing memorials. He turned his eyes twice, cleared his throat secretly and said.
"Your Majesty, I have something important to report to Your Majesty!"
"Da!"
Emperor Tianqi stopped what he was doing, glanced at Chen Ping and ordered the people in the palace to retreat. After the palace door was closed, he raised his hand and motioned for Chen Ping to come forward and speak.
"Your Majesty, the situation has become increasingly tense, but I have yet to see Your Majesty take action. If this continues, I'm afraid..."
Chen Ping was being tactful. What he really wanted to say was that if you don't do anything, I will give up my job and go back to my hometown of Qianzhou!
This is really not a deliberate act on his part, but if he continues like this, the capital city really can’t wait for him. If he leaves early and returns to Qianzhou, he can be alone, otherwise it will be a dead end.
Emperor Tianqi hummed when he heard the words, ignored Chen Ping and continued to flip through the memorials. He waited until Chen Ping's face was anxious and almost couldn't hold it anymore before Shi Shiran spoke.
"Are you scared?"
"Isn't it right? If you were afraid, how could you have the courage to pursue it for ten years?"
Chen Ping wants to scold his mother, am I afraid? I am worried that I have worked so hard for you, but in the end I will find that my work was in vain and I will be implicated. Whoever does this is just a fool! p>
"I'm not afraid, I'm just worried..."
"Worry is fear!"
Emperor Tianqi interrupted directly. Chen Ping felt his teeth itching when he heard this. He said, "Okay, okay, you're right. Worry is fear. Damn it, can the emperor be unreasonable?
Chen Ping simply rolled his eyes and shut up. He wanted to hear what Emperor Tianqi had to say.
"You are the number one scholar in the sixth grade. I know there are many things I can't hide from you. Come here, I have something to tell you."
Emperor Tianqi waved his hand and said, Chen Ping reluctantly moved his steps and came to Emperor Tianqi.
"You think I am so kind-hearted and soft-hearted that I am still dreaming of a peaceful solution when my life is not long? Haha, that's not true."
"Of course I want to capture all of King Chu's gang members, but have you ever thought about the consequences of doing so? My younger brother has done so many good things under my nose these years. I never thought he could do anything for the throne.
To achieve this."
"Once he breaks his skin, he will cause chaos in Jingzhou, and the Jingzhou area will be implicated in a wide area. If the barbarians from the north take advantage of the situation to invade, do you think my broken body can hold on until they are finished?"
Chen Ping couldn't help but want to complain when he heard these words that sounded like explanations and emotions. Isn't this all your own fault?
At this point, you still want to have the best of both worlds? How can you get the tiger cubs if you don’t enter the tiger’s den?
"I think what your Majesty said is inappropriate. Now that time is running out, we must cut through the mess quickly, otherwise the longer it drags on, the harder it will be to deal with."
Emperor Tianqi nodded and said with a smile: "I didn't say let it go, what are you in a hurry for?"
Chen Ping was stunned and didn't say let it go? Then what are you waiting for?
"I have already made a plan. Although it is a bit risky, once I succeed and become famous, I will be able to settle down. After thinking about it, this is the best way."
Chen Ping opened his eyes and looked at Emperor Tianqi blankly.
He now wants to know what good idea Emperor Tianqi has concocted. Is there a compromise between waiting for death and striking hard?