Emperor Liang naturally knew about the economic situation of Northern Liang.
But he hasn't asked for a long time how much money the national treasury has.
Today, the household department suddenly said that he had no money, which shocked him.
"Your Majesty, at first I suggested that the arrears could be paid back gradually... However, some people suggested that it should not be defaulted. I, the Liang Kingdom, felt sorry for this, so I paid it off all at once."
The Secretary of the Ministry of Revenue was slightly indifferent: "So, the Ministry of Revenue does not have much money now, and I am afraid it will be difficult to support this war against the rebellion."
"What?" Emperor Liang's eyes were about to burst. He looked at the ministers and looked for the person in the crowd who had suggested this in the first place.
But suddenly he remembered that it was he who was finally inspired by his vanity and agreed to the suggestion.
Emperor Liang squeezed his palms and felt a trace of sweat. He suddenly realized that the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of War were attacking him.
Although he was not directly blaming someone, he was also expressing intentionally or unintentionally that the current situation was caused by him, the emperor.
Isn't this a big joke that a country with so much dignity doesn't even have money or food to fight rebellions?
The Minister of Household Affairs continued: "And now, the East China Sea cannot go out, so we cannot buy grain through the sea."
"Aren't there some grain merchants' warehouses in the capital?" Emperor Liang asked.
"Yes, but there is no money in the Treasury of the Ministry of Revenue."
Emperor Liang said coldly: "Then I'll give you a free note, just like in previous years of disaster relief. Do you still want me to teach you?"
The Minister of Household Affairs shook his head: "Your Majesty, I have already communicated with you. At this time, they are not willing to make an idle note."
The reason for this is not explained by the Minister of Revenue, but other people can understand it.
"Haha, are these profiteers worried that I will lose my country and no one will compensate them for their losses?" Emperor Liang gritted his teeth.
He did not expect that before the rebels reached the capital, he would already have no help.
The Minister of War said: "Your Majesty, this is not just the case. They are even more worried that after the rebels enter Beijing, they will settle their account for helping the imperial court."
"Yeah..." Some people agreed, and they could see that those businessmen were now somewhat unsteady in their stance.
It’s not that I’m unwilling, there’s also the factor of not daring to do it.
"Then they will be confiscated, used as military rations, and all the houses will be confiscated!" Emperor Liang decided the fate of those merchants with a wave of his hand.
"At this moment, if you don't stand with the imperial court, you are treason!"
This time the tone was set, the ministers were shocked, but the Ministry of War and the Ministry of Households handed over: "I accept the decree!"
Chen Zhidao, the commander-in-chief of the Forbidden Army, said: "Your Majesty is wise. At this moment, you must first put the country, the country and the country as your top priority."
After leaving the court.
A group of ministers gathered privately at Zuixian Tower in Liangjing.
The Minister of Hubu and the Minister of War are both among them.
"Everyone, we need to make plans early." The Minister of War frowned.
"Yeah..." A group of people whispered in agreement.
Shangshu of Hubu: "The rebels have occupied Mozhou, and the Blackwater area has actually been controlled by Luo Yang. Besides the Liangwu soldiers in the East China Sea, our army has no support, and we don't even have strong generals to deal with Luo Yang and Wan Yiming."
"If rebels enter the city in the future, how can we avoid being abandoned?"
"Are we going to secretly help the rebels? What's the big deal? Once this happens, the nine tribes will be killed!" Some people are timid.
"Even if Luo Yang is in the future... he will need us to rule the world for him, so why bother?" Some people are confident and feel that they will not be replaced.
But some people who had problems with Luo Yang did not dare to be so confident.
The Minister of War said: "Our Ministry of War has been targeting Luo Yang for a long time. It is extremely difficult to survive. Even if you have no old grudges with Luo Yang, as an emperor and a courtier, who can be sure that you can survive?"
"That's right, that's what I'm worried about..."
"Master Shangshu said this, do you have any countermeasures?"
"My Cao family has been loyal for generations and will never associate with Luo Yang. I also advise you not to take any chances. You should work hard to stop it now."
However, after the Minister of War said a few more words, Mr. Cao, who had been loyal and loyal for generations, immediately changed his attitude.
"If that's the case, it's not impossible. It would be good for both parties..."
…
The next day, the Northern Liang Dynasty held a meeting.
As soon as he came to court, Emperor Liang's face looked extremely ugly.
Because starting from yesterday, the Yushitai presented the memorials overnight, showing the attitude of the ministers to Emperor Liang.
"Liangwu soldiers from the East China Sea have arrived in Beijing and will immediately rush to the south to quell the chaos. My dear friends, if you have something to report, please retreat."
Preemptive strike was Emperor Liang's strategy. He wanted to see who dared to say more.
Sure enough, when he heard that the "Liang Wu Soldiers" had arrived in Beijing, His Majesty gained some confidence. Everyone looked at each other and no one spoke.
But just when he was about to retire, a person who surprised Emperor Liang stood up.
"Brother Imperial, I have something to say."
Emperor Liang's face turned ugly: "Prince Xiao, what do you want to say?"
He gritted his teeth and spoke word by word, with the pressure of an emperor in his tone.
Among the clan members, a relatively young middle-aged man came to work with a noble face. He was none other than Chen Cheng, the filial king of Beiliang.
"Brother Imperial, I believe that the military disaster in the territory and the fact that few generals went to the capital to serve the king are all due to the fault of the Imperial Brother. I ask the Imperial Brother to issue an edict to punish myself in order to stabilize the people's livelihood." King Xiao said calmly.
"cough!"
Emperor Liang was so angry that his chest felt tight, and he pointed at Prince Xiao: "You, you are a clan member, why don't you stand by me?!"
He was so angry that he couldn't stand up. He stared at King Xiao and looked at all the officials.
Sure enough, with King Xiao taking the lead, there will be follow-up.
The Ministry of War, the Ministry of Household Affairs, the Ministry of Rites and more than a dozen officials of fourth rank or above went out to work collectively.
The Ministry of War said: "Your Majesty, the people's livelihood in the country is uneasy at this time, and the military generals are not obeying orders, all because of fear and dissatisfaction. If your Majesty is willing to admit his mistake, I think the generals from all over the world will also be willing to come to the king."
"I second the proposal."
"You...you all think it's my fault that caused this situation?"
Emperor Liang felt heartbroken and pointed at everyone. If he had been there, he would have ordered them to be pulled out and chopped.
But Prince Xiao was in front, and the Ministry of War was not on his side. He suddenly felt a splitting headache.
"Are you going to force me into the palace?!" Emperor Liang asked.
King Xiao bowed and said, "I don't dare. It's just for the sake of the world. If the emperor admits his mistake at this time, then the rebels will no longer have a reason to raise troops. The army will naturally be unmotivated."
Emperor Liang frowned and finally understood.
Reason told him that this was indeed effective, and at least it would be better than the current situation. However, as the emperor's majesty that could not be questioned or forced, he was not willing to bow his head.
"I'm right!"
Emperor Liang shouted: "Luo Yang and Wan Yiming are just rebellious officials and traitors, using a random banner. I don't believe they can change the world!"
Emperor Liang naturally knew the reason why Luo Yang raised an army.
Let’s just say that His Majesty used civil servants to control the military, which hurt the dignity of the generals in the world and chilled the hearts of the soldiers. He was also influenced by the civil servants, treating the generals and the people as ants and sacrificing them at will.
This kind of reason can be made up by anyone. Of course the rebels must have a banner for rebellion. Who cares whether this reason is reasonable or not?
Emperor Liang believed that he was right and not guilty of these crimes, but Luo Yang wanted to deliberately slander him.
And those generals who are unwilling to come to serve the king are all ambitious and ungrateful.
"Brother Emperor, don't hold on. Over the years, there has been an imbalance in civil and military affairs. From a country of bravery and bravery, our country, Liang, has gradually longed for the romantic figures of Daxia and Nanqing... Isn't this the wrong style of the court?"
King Xiao said seriously: "Brother Huang just issued an edict to appease the people of the world. If Luo Yang completely raises his banner, the consequences will be disastrous!"
Emperor Liang said angrily: "Needless to say, I will never bow to the traitors!"
He looked at Chen Zhi. His last support was Chen Zhi. If Chen Zhi also sided with Prince Xiao, Emperor Liang knew that he would completely lose power.
"Your Majesty is right!"
Chen Zhi thought about it and decided to side with Emperor Liang. After all, he was from a clan.
"Even if there are mistakes in the government and atmosphere of the country, it is not the fault of His Majesty alone. Don't the courtiers have no fault? Now that Your Majesty is being blamed, do all the ministers have a clear conscience?"
Chen Zhi held the handle of the knife. He was the only one allowed to carry the knife in the court meeting. He scanned the crowd and scared away some timid ones. This chapter has been completed!
