Chapter 305 Ji Ran's name, passed on to the world (5)
The next morning, before the morning court had started, civil and military officials had already walked across the long bridge one after another and arrived at the platform in front of the Golden Palace to wait.
At the front of the crowd, a man wearing a light yellow brocade robe was twiddling his fingers. He glanced at Zhang Rongyang beside him with his peripheral vision and said calmly: "Uncle, have you explained everything to Yang Tianhao?"
"Yeah." Zhang Rongyang nodded slightly, looked around, and asked in a low voice: "But didn't we agree not to take action against Tang Ji's child for the time being? What if that kid gets crazy and bites us together?"
Li Qin raised the corner of his mouth and sneered: "I am a prince, how can I be scared by him? Although this is a private grudge between Tang Ji and the Yang family, the Yang family has helped me a lot over the years. If I don't take any action,
How do you make others loyal and trust you?”
Zhang Rongyang did not retort and said softly: "It's not us who will come forward anyway. I hope Yang Tianhao can force Tang Ji and let the kid show some flaws, so that we can make another fuss."
"It's difficult!" Li Qin raised his finger to his lips, blew lightly, turned around and found that Tang Ji and Li Yu had just crossed the long bridge and walked into the crowd, and murmured: "This guy looks reckless, but he is actually calculating.
There is no leakage, it’s because I underestimated him before."
Zhang Rongyang pursed his lips. Although Tang Ji showed extraordinary ability and talent, he was still too young and could not pose a threat for the time being.
At this moment, Yang Tianhao walked up to the two of them with a smile, bowed and saluted: "I have met His Highness King Xun, Zhang Shangshu."
"I've sent someone to explain everything that needs to be explained. It'll all depend on your ability later." Zhang Rongyang looked at him and reminded him.
Yang Tianhao nodded repeatedly, narrowed his eyes, and stared at Tang Ji fiercely: "I will definitely try my best."
On the other side, Li Yu noticed the look from Li Qin, pulled Tang Ji, who was chatting and laughing with the Ministry of Household Officials, and said softly: "Hey, I feel like Li Qin is plotting something. The look in Yang Tianhao's eyes just now...
I can’t wait to eat you.”
"He will do whatever he wants." Tang Ji replied calmly, as if he didn't take the other person seriously.
Hearing this, Li Yu didn't say much. After all, he believed in Tang Ji's ability.
Soon, with the shouts of the eunuchs, all the officials lined up and entered the palace. They went through the usual procedures. Today's morning court officially began. Emperor Ning or some officials raised the difficulties encountered in the recent affairs of the court, and all the officials expressed their opinions.
, to discuss...
Half an hour later, the voices in the palace gradually became quieter, and many elderly officials quietly tapped their lumbar spine twice.
Emperor Ning, who was sitting on the dragon throne, saw that he had nothing to talk about anymore, so he spoke: "My beloved sir, do you still have something to say?"
As soon as he finished speaking, Yang Tianhao, who was standing in the crowd, quickly walked out: "Your Majesty, I have something to report!"
Seeing this, Emperor Ning frowned slightly. When something happened in the Ministry of Rites, it was usually the minister or Zhang Rongyang who stepped forward. It was rare to see the doctor of the Ministry of Rites. He couldn't help but glance at Tang Ji, who was chatting quietly with Li Yu in the crowd. He had also heard about this recently.
The boy began to settle the grievances with the Yang family. It seemed that today's morning meeting would not end at 1:30. He coughed lightly, raised his hand and said: "That's right!"
As expected, Yang Tianhao did not hesitate at all and said bluntly: "Your Majesty, according to my investigation, the books "The Romance of the West Chamber", "The Peach Blossom Fan" and other novels sold by Ji Ran Bookstore in Chengdong City, Kyoto teach bad women and violate the moral code.
It is inconsistent with etiquette and law. Some of the content in the book even satirizes the current secular ethics. It is simply ridiculous. If such evil books are allowed to spread again, they will have a bad impact. Therefore, I propose that such books be banned immediately.
And punish Ji Ran Bookstore!"
Hearing this, many officials in the palace immediately became energetic and turned their attention to Tang Ji.
They also heard about the conflict between Tang Ji and the Yang family, but they didn't expect that it would come to the court!
Li Xian, who had said nothing today, also raised his lips slightly and turned his head to watch the excitement.
"This bitch!" Li Yu gritted his teeth and cursed secretly.
After a moment of silence, Emperor Ning looked at Tang Ji and said in a deep voice: "Tang Ji, you opened this Ji Ran Bookstore. Tell me, is what Mr. Yang just said true?"
Tang Ji looked calm, walked out of the crowd, raised his hands and said: "Your Majesty, I only agree with half of what Mr. Yang just said!"
Agree?
Although he only agrees with half of it, if he agrees, doesn't it mean that there is indeed something wrong with Ji Ran Bookstore?
This answer surprised everyone present, and even Li Yu looked puzzled.
Ning Huang felt that this kid was going to start playing tricks again, so he said calmly: "Oh? Tell me in detail."
Tang Ji continued: "I do not deny that books such as "The Romance of the West Chamber" and "The Peach Blossom Fan" are contrary to current thinking, so the court wants to ban them. I have no objection, but I believe that the contents written in these books are mostly
The yearning for free love between men and women, but this is just a yearning. Many excellent works have also appeared in the "Dream Cup" launched by Ji Ran Bookstore. They are all written by contemporary women, and they also write about the love they want in their hearts.
, I don’t think there is anything wrong. If not, then why is the work that Mr. Yang calls the ‘evil book’ such a best-seller?”
After hearing his words, the expressions of everyone present suddenly changed.
Free love?
Don’t you think there’s anything wrong?
Isn’t this just doing something you know you can’t do?
In an instant, some veterans stood up immediately.
"It's nonsense, Your Majesty. If such ideas are spread widely, the world will be in chaos. I support Yang Langzhong's approach!"
"Master Tang clearly knows that the things described in these books are contrary to the current situation and still spreads them. How is this different from those evil cults and heresies?"
"Yes, I feel that not only should such books be banned, but also those that have been circulated should be recalled and burned together!"
"..."
Yang Tianhao raised his lips slightly, he didn't expect that Tang Ji would say such stupid things, God help me!
Emperor Ning's face showed a slight displeasure, and he slapped the dragon chair heavily, signaling Tang Ji to immediately take back what he had just said.
Tang Ji continued to hold up his hands and said: "If you adults feel that what Tang Ji said is wrong, Tang Ji is willing to be punished, but I would like to ask you one more question, can women really not have their own thoughts? Historical records show that seventy years ago
Not long ago, Beichu had a female prime minister who led Beichu through the darkest era. Let’s talk about General Song Yao, a woman who is not inferior to men. In this case, Tang Ji just gave women a chance.
, is it wrong to ask them to write something with their own thoughts?"
Although his voice was not loud, it was quite penetrating and made all the officials present stunned.
But soon, the entire court was filled with noisy discussions.
Emperor Ning covered his forehead impatiently, stood up and said: "That's enough, we will discuss this matter another time and withdraw from the court!"
After the morning meeting ended, Li Yu anxiously walked to Tang Ji: "Are you crazy? My father's face turned dark. Do you know what you just said? Those books are sealed. If you keep talking just now,
It’s hard to say whether this little life can be saved!”
"It's just a risky move. Your Majesty didn't ask someone to pull me down and chop me just now, and I guess he won't do it again in the future." Tang Ji exhaled. He had actually expected that one day someone would talk about those sensitive books.
, I didn’t expect that the other party would be Yang Tianhao so quickly, so I had to temporarily modify my words.
The two of them walked outside the palace gate and happened to bump into Yang Tianhao.
The latter held his head high and was obviously in a good mood: "Tomorrow, I will continue to submit letters... My good nephew, don't blame your uncle for being cruel!"