Chapter 1082: Don’t look back until you hit the wall
The so-called good words can't persuade a damn ghost!
Seeing Yu Qian's righteous and awe-inspiring look, Yu Shiyue knew that there was no chance.
Yu Qian is aware of the current situation, and he also understands the consequences of doing so. With his status, if he insists on leaving, no one can force him.
From this point of view, this is simply a dead end!
Shaking his head, Yu Shiyue sighed and stopped doing useless work.
At this time, Wang Ao, who had just gone to persuade Hu Xi, also turned back. Looking at Yu Shiyue's expression, the chief minister's joy in successfully calming Hu Xi disappeared. After hesitating for a moment, he couldn't help but frown and asked
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"Why, no?"
Yu Shiyue had a calm face, nodded slightly and said.
"Yu Shaobao has made up his mind. I'm afraid he won't leave no matter what today."
this……
Wang Ao was stunned for a moment, but he did not expect such a result.
He originally thought that with Yu Shiyue's ability, he would be able to calm Yu Qian down, but now...
After all, Wang Ao has worked with Yu Shiyue for quite some time, and he still knows a bit about his partner.
Since Yu Shiyue said this, it can only mean that there is really no hope.
In this case, things will become difficult.
You must know that Yu Qian's current status in the court can be said to be one of the top few. With his various achievements and his reputation as a scholar in the court and the public, he has the power to become the leader of the courtiers.
Didn't you see that just now, even Wang Wen, the Minister of Civil Affairs, couldn't suppress him? It can be said that as long as he refuses to retreat today, then this turmoil will not subside.
It is true that most of the ministers present today are not firm, but if someone is willing to step forward, then they still have the courage to follow behind and give advice.
But Yu Qian...
Looking at the opposite Yu Shaobao with a face on his face and standing firm, Wang Ao also sighed. This stubborn temper will really cause trouble for others.
Thinking like this, Wang Ao turned his attention to the palace gate. Since he couldn't be persuaded here, he could only hope that His Majesty would still show Qian's honor and favor and take a step back.
Otherwise, if both sides refuse to give in, today's situation may be difficult to deal with...
Most of the time, hope is beautiful because it is difficult to achieve.
Just like now, although he knew that the idea of asking the emperor to give in was ridiculous, Wang Ao was still full of expectations when looking at Huaien standing in front of him and others, leaving and returning. However, the reality was not because of his expectations.
And change occurs.
Under the gaze of all the ministers, the fly whisk in Huai En's arms shook and said.
"His Majesty has spoken, the dragon is ill today and cannot see the ministers. Everyone, please come back!"
Although they had expected it, after hearing these words, many ministers present still showed a look of disappointment on their faces. At the same time, there was a low discussion not far away.
Many people turned their attention to Yu Qian who was at the front. At this time, Yu Shaobao, who had always been admired, did not disappoint. He took a step forward and said.
"No, Yu must see His Majesty today!"
This sentence was categorical, but at the same time, it also made the atmosphere here tense. Although Wynn always had a good temper, as the eunuch in charge of the emperor, he was naturally not a soft persimmon.
When Yu Qian said these words, Wynn's eyes suddenly narrowed and he looked at Yu Qian opposite him quietly without saying a word.
However, for Qian, he obviously was not afraid of offending a eunuch.
Facing Huaien, Yu Qian said.
"I would like to ask your Majesty, father-in-law, to inform your Majesty that if you are not summoned by your Majesty today, I would like to wait here forever..."
Just as Yu Shiyue and others feared, with Yu Qian as the leader, many ministers present seemed to have found a backbone and agreed.
"Yes, we will wait here. Please tell your majesty, father-in-law, that you must summon us."
Suddenly, the scene was chaotic.
Faced with this situation, Wynn did not try to persuade him as usual. He just glanced at Yu Qian coldly, without saying a word, and then turned around and returned to the palace.
This abnormal behavior undoubtedly made all the ministers present worried.
However, Yu Qian looked calm, as if he didn't realize what he had done.
Seeing this situation, the other ministers sighed, but they also did not move and remained where they were.
Considering that there are so many people, even if the emperor wants to punish them, they shouldn't be punished too severely, right?
At the same time, Huaien also returned to the palace and reported the situation outside the palace gate to Zhu Qiyu. Zhu Qiyu was obviously not surprised by this situation. He put down the memorial in his hand and ordered.
"Don't worry about him. If you have to wait, just wait..."
Outside the palace gate, the scorching sun hung high, and the early summer season was already getting hotter. Yu Qian and others stood like this for half an hour without moving.
As time went by, some elderly ministers, such as Hu Hui, Chen Yi and others, were unable to support their physical strength. Although they did not leave, they were helped to the side to rest one by one. Those who were originally following them
Among ordinary officials, many people also have the idea of sneaking out.
Only Yu Qian still stood firmly in place. Although the sweat on his forehead continued to fall, he had no intention of giving up.
In the shadows not far away, Zhang Xi and Zhu Yi just looked at the scene in the distance. Beyond Yu Qian, there was a long palace road. Except for the guards and the occasional passing palace maid, there was really no one else.
No one appears.
"Isn't this a bit too big a fuss?"
This scene was obviously beyond Zhang Xi's expectation. His eyes fell on Chu Qian in the distance. Zhang Xi turned sideways and asked Zhu Yi.
"Eunuch Huai'en actually went in and never came out again. Is it possible that he didn't report what happened outside?"
"Won't……"
Zhu Yi shook her head and said firmly.
"The most taboo thing for those who are in the imperial court is deception, so Huaien must be the one to show off."
"Then why is there no reaction at all? Even if it's just sitting there, you still need to give an explanation, right?"
Zhang Min looked at the group of ministers in crimson robes in the distance and said.
After all, there are so many important officials of the imperial court waiting here without saying anything. If something really happened, it would be a major event that would destabilize the court situation.
Doesn’t Your Majesty always value the stability of the DPRK the most?
What, you suddenly changed your gender?
Hearing this, Zhu Yi's eyes flashed with deep meaning, and he said
"Second Master, in matters before the emperor, what you are afraid of is often not deception, but truthful reporting. Your Majesty has made it clear that he does not want to see Yu Qian, but Yu Qian and his ministers are waiting here. It is called waiting, but in fact, it is not
There is a hint of admonishment, but the real name has not yet been revealed."
"In this case, not having an explanation is actually the best solution, isn't it?"
After all, Zhang Xi came from a distinguished family. After thinking about it for a moment, he understood what Zhu Yi meant.
"Yes, Eunuch Huai'en has just delivered the decree twice, but Yu Qian is still persistent. In this case, His Majesty will either summon him or not."
"If he is summoned, His Majesty will lose this game. But if he sends another edict and says that he will not see it, then the ministers will either retreat or, I am afraid, they will really kneel down to remonstrate."
"Looking at Yu Qian's attitude, even if Eunuch Huai'en comes to deliver the order again, I'm afraid he won't just retreat. It would be better to maintain the status quo and let these people suffer. When he can't stand it any longer, he will naturally retreat..."
"However, from the looks of it, I am in Shaobao, and I am afraid I will have to fight to the end with His Majesty."
Seeing Zhang Xi looking like he was watching a good show, Zhu Yi couldn't help but shook her head and said.
"It should be soon. If nothing else happens, His Majesty probably just wants these ministers to suffer some hardships, and has no intention of actually doing anything to them. If we continue to ignore the weather like this, I'm afraid something will happen to us.
Your Majesty, you should still have this sense of propriety."
As if to confirm Zhu Yi's words, as soon as he finished speaking, there was movement in the palace on the other side.
Watching from a distance, a group of servants came out of the palace. Seeing this situation, several ministers who were resting aside were also helped to return to the palace gate.
However, what surprised everyone was that it was not Hua En who came this time, but Shu Liang, the eunuch of Dongchang!
The so-called shadow of a famous tree, when they saw clearly that it was Eunuch Shu, many ministers felt a chill on their backs.
Unlike Wynn, who always kept a low profile, Shu Liang was always accompanied by many people, and this time was no exception. A quick look showed that there were at least thirty or forty servants who came out with him.
Eunuch Shu wore a python suit with teeth and claws, and came to stand in front of the ministers. His face still had a false smile that had never changed for thousands of years. Before he could speak, Yu Shiyue saw Yu Qian about to speak, so he rushed forward and said
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"I have met Eunuch Shu. I wonder if His Majesty's Holy Body is better. Can you summon us?"
This was said in a polite way. It is said that you can reach out and not hit the smiling person. Shu Liang also returned the salute and said.
"Don't worry, Mr. Cifu. After the imperial doctor made diagnosis and treatment, he said that your majesty caught a cold yesterday and it's not a problem. As for whether he can be summoned..."
Shu Liang slowly stopped smiling, turned to Yu Qian, the real owner present, and said.
"His Majesty said, I won't see the ministers today. Everyone, please go back!"
Wynn said this just now, and now Shu Liang says it again, basically keeping the original words untouched. However, different people say it, and the meaning is obviously different.
At least, what came out of this Eunuch Shu's mouth was inexplicably making people want to step back unconsciously.
For a moment, many officials outside the palace gate had a faint intention of retreating.
Of course, among these people, Yu Qian is not included!
Even when facing Shu Liang, he still looked as usual and said.
"Eunuch Shu, we are here today. We really have something important to report to your majesty. If your majesty does not see us, I will continue to wait here. I ask your father-in-law to report to your majesty again."
In the same words, Yu Qian just said that the current scene seems to be happening all over again, but in fact, it is very different.
The ministers have seen the emperor's intentions. Most of them want to dissuade, but they do not want to die.
Even a highly favored and powerful minister like Yu Qian has been forced to hang out under the scorching sun for so long. It can be seen that the emperor has made up his mind on this matter, and it is really no good to waste it any longer.
Moreover, to be honest, many of the ministers present are usually well-off people, and the suffering of being exposed to the sun today has really caused them to lose half a layer of their skin.
Therefore, although Yu Qian's attitude is still firm, this time, there are very few responders.
Another difference is even more obvious. Last time, it was Huai En who stood in front of Yu Qian, but this time, it was Shu Liang!
The reputation of Eunuch Shu was not praised by others. After hearing what Yu Qian said, his usual smile resumed on his face and he said.
"It's not necessary. Your Majesty is already aware of Yu Shaobao's intentions. Just before our family left the palace, His Majesty also gave instructions. If Yu Shaobao refuses to leave, then we will ask a few words for Your Majesty."
The sun was shining brightly, but when these words came out of Shu Liang's mouth, they seemed to be filled with cold air.
Yu Qian cupped his hands and said.
"I respectfully listen to the holy teachings!"
So Shu Liang straightened up and said.
"Your Majesty asked, Yu Qian, do you still remember your duties as a minister?"
"I am ill in the palace. As a minister, you don't want to run your errands well and share the worries of your father, but you lead the ministers to linger at the gate of the palace and say that I will not leave if I don't see you. Do you know this?
Are you trying to coerce your Majesty?"
"I know your purpose of coming. I have already made up my mind on the matter of Huangzhuang. There is no need to discuss it. All the bureaus and offices need to cooperate in handling the errands. I don't want to see you today. I will all go back and do my errands. I will not delay any more to resist the decree. Otherwise, I will
Severe punishment will not be given!"
The first of these words were said to Qian, but most of the following words were said to the ministers present.
Seeing that the holy will was decided, the ministers present couldn't help but set off a low discussion, and many people wanted to retreat.
Even the important ministers looked at each other and sighed in unison. Hu Hui on the side took the lead.
"In that case, I would like to ask Eunuch Shu to report this to Your Majesty. I will take my leave today."
After that, with the support of two officials, he slowly staggered away.
Immediately afterwards, Chen Xun from the Ministry of Industry and Jin Lian from the Ministry of Punishment also resigned and left. Their departure was considered a beginning. Many officials who had long wanted to leave knelt on the ground and kowtowed, and then shivered.
's left.
In a moment, most of the originally mighty team had left. Among the remaining small half, except for a few people from the cabinet, some important people were Yu Qian, Chen Yi, and Wang Wen.
Mr. Wang, the old man, stood aside without any intention of expressing his position. Shu Liang did not look at him. Everyone present knew that Wang Wen was different from other ministers. The other ministers came to make trouble, but Wang Wenchun came to
The boss of the town, this old man, has always been aligned with the emperor. The reason why he didn't leave was because Yu Qian was still there and he was afraid of causing any trouble.
As for Yu Qian...
The person behind him had moved a lot, but his expression did not waver at all. He still stood where he was and said.
"I return to Your Majesty. It is my duty as a minister. I always remember that I am asking for an audience outside the palace today. It is actually to advise Your Majesty. I do not mean the slightest disrespect. I am willing to accept the punishment for any offense I have done to Your Majesty. However, I sincerely ask Your Majesty to summon me.