On one side, Shen Yi was worried, thinking about how he should defend himself (cross out) if other ministers asked him. On the other side, the conversation between Wang Ao and Yu Shiyue continued.
At this time, Wang Ao mentioned Shen Yi, obviously not to go against the Minister of Revenue. Seeing that Yu Shiyue had also noticed it, Wang Ao continued.
"If our guess is true, then His Majesty must have planned this matter in advance. Today's decree is just to inform us after all preparations are made."
"Looking at it this way, I'm afraid there will still be no results if Eunuch Huai'en goes here."
"If His Majesty insists on refusing to see us and waits for a stalemate, the matter will escalate and cause His Majesty to be furious. I'm afraid it will be even more difficult to end..."
At this point, Yu Shiyue had already guessed what Wang Ao wanted to say. He glanced at Yu Qian and others opposite and asked.
"What do you want to say, Lord Chief Assistant?"
So, Wang Ao continued: "Although there are many people outside the palace now, most of them are watching the excitement. As long as the leader leaves, they will naturally disperse."
"We have you and me here in the cabinet, and the other few people can't make trouble. Chen Shangshu of the Ministry of Industry has nothing to do with this matter. He has always been peaceful and will not be too stubborn. On the other side of the Metropolitan Procuratorate, His Majesty the other day
I have just been shocked, but now I am afraid I don’t have the courage to offend Long Yan again.”
"The Lord Tianguan of the Ministry of Personnel has always supported the emperor. Even if he is dissatisfied, he will remonstrate privately. The Ministry of Punishment has been busy coordinating the big plans with the Ministry of Personnel recently, and I am afraid he has no intention of getting entangled in this matter.
So the only thing that’s difficult to do now is..."
"Uncle Da Zong from the Ministry of Rites and Yu Shaobao from the Ministry of War!"
Yu Shiyue sighed and took up the topic.
Wang Ao's analysis eliminated everyone, so only these two were left.
In fact, Wang Ao didn't say anything, but with Yu Shiyue's eyesight, he could naturally see that among the people present, the only ones who really lost their sense of proportion due to the anxiety about the imperial village were Hu Hui and Yu Qian.
Hu Hui has always wanted to reform the vassal vassal, further suppress the power of the vassal king, and fulfill Emperor Taizong's last wish. Seeing that the emperor had made up his mind a few days ago, as a result, an imperial village has appeared.
Although I don't know what the specific purpose is, but with the word "emperor" and being invited by the feudal king, it is probably to get the feudal king to participate in it.
Who is in charge of military fields and official fields? Hu Hui, a minister of the Ministry of Rites, probably does not care so much. What worries him is that after this incident, the power of the vassal vassals rose instead of falling. In addition, some time ago, the emperor had
The king's repeated connivance, and the emperor's intention to support the vassal, which was faintly revealed in this series of events, was what made Hu Hui most uneasy.
Therefore, after this imperial edict was issued, the eldest uncle, who rarely spoke in court, came to the palace gate so eagerly.
As for Yu Qian, needless to say, the imperial edict clearly states that all the military and official fields that have just been recovered will be included in the imperial estate. No matter how the imperial estate is run, this is equivalent to letting Yu Qian
The hard work of the past year has been completely wasted, so naturally he will never agree.
Now, the emperor has made it clear that he does not want to see the ministers at this time, so at this time, the cabinet should play its due role. To be honest, the emperor did not do it properly in this matter, even if it did not go to court for discussion.
You should at least talk to these people first before talking to them. With such a direct decree, all the ministers gathered outside the palace, and it would be easy for them to get into trouble.
However, the matter is now at this point, which is not the time to distinguish between right and wrong. The top priority is how to prevent the situation from getting bigger. If the emperor insists on not seeing the situation and the ministers refuse to leave, and the matter becomes serious, the cabinet will be derelict in its duties.
Therefore, what Wang Ao said so much actually means the same thing...
"I'll go and persuade the eldest uncle, and you go and persuade Yu Shaobao. Even if you want to persuade His Majesty, there's no need to rush. At this moment, the imperial court has many other government affairs to deal with. If it really gets serious, it will have a negative impact on the situation of the country and the country.
, there will be no benefit.”
Seeing that Yu Shiyue understood what he meant, Wang Ao continued.
"Furthermore, I see that Eunuch Huai'en's expression just now does not seem to be hypocritical. If His Majesty is really ill, and we are blocking him outside the palace at this moment, wouldn't it be threatening His Majesty and being disrespectful?"
"So, it's better to be prepared, so as not to cause any trouble again when Eunuch Huai'en comes back."
Seeing the sincere look of the Chief Assistant, Yu Shiyue couldn't help but curl his lips.
To be honest, at this time, he really didn't want to get into trouble with Yu Qian.
Although it is also difficult to lobby Uncle Zong, after all, he has always been tolerant. If they can see things clearly, Uncle Zong will definitely be able to see them clearly.
With his experience and determination as an old man, after experiencing the initial anger, I am afraid that he is now weighing the pros and cons in his heart. In this case, with a little persuasion, I am afraid he can achieve results.
But Yu Qian...
"Okay, it's just as Lord Chief Assistant said."
After sighing, Yu Shiyue finally agreed.
Of course he knew that Yu Qian's temper was difficult to persuade, and he could definitely see clearly the emperor's current attitude, but the problem was that he didn't necessarily care what the emperor thought. The biggest problem with Yu Qian was that in most situations
Next, I only care about what I think.
Even if they have a personal relationship, it is not easy to persuade him on such a big matter, but from another perspective, he is indeed the most suitable person.
What is different from what he just told the ministers is that when Wynn first came to the cabinet to announce the decree, he actually revealed a little bit about the inside story of Huangzhuang. Therefore, although they did not see the specific memorial, they still knew more than ordinary people.
There are more ministers.
Because of this, the task of persuading other people can only be done by the two of them, and Wang Ao and Yu Qian have never had any friendship. If Yu Shiyue tried to persuade him, he couldn't do it, let alone Wang Ao. Therefore, this
No matter how you say it, the errands have to fall on him.
It's just...looking at Yu Qian with a dark face in the distance, Yu Shiyue was a little doubtful. Can he really persuade him?
After the two made up their minds, they separated. Wang Ao walked in the direction of Hu Hui, and Yu Shiyue also came to Yu Qian's side.
"Tingyi..."
"Master Cifu, are you here to persuade Yu to stop entangled in this matter?"
Yu Shiyue and the others were smart, and the others were not stupid either. After watching the two of them chattering beside each other for a long time, they naturally guessed something.
Therefore, as soon as Yu Shiyue spoke, Yu Qian took over the words with a calm tone and a businesslike tone.
As soon as he came up, his thoughts were guessed, and his momentum weakened a bit. Yu Shiyue sighed, but he still had to speak.
"Tingyi, we are indeed a bit reckless in coming here today. Even if this matter is urgent, it is not urgent. In these two days, even if Your Majesty does not see you today, can you still not go to court?"
"Such a big thing can't be done in just a few days. Look at the number of officials gathering at the gate of the palace. Using the power of everyone to threaten the emperor, isn't it what a loyal minister should do?"
It has to be said that Yu Shiyue, who has been friends with Yu Qian for many years, knows exactly where the pulse gate in Shaobao is.
For Yu Qian, glory and wealth are fleeting, and he also cares about power and prestige. However, he always cares about two things. One is the country and the country, and the other is Shilin Qingyu.
Because of this, Yu Qian would repeatedly go against his advice and face difficulties. This time when the imperial edict was issued, he would be the first to go outside the palace to ask for an audience. In addition to the matter at the Imperial Village involving military camps, more importantly
The point is that this matter is related to national affairs.
Therefore, direct persuasion will definitely be ineffective. If you want to make him retreat temporarily, you can only focus on the clear name he cares about.
Even if Yu Qian doesn't care about anything else, he always cares about how it is recorded in the history books. Yu Shiyue came up and said that this is not what a loyal minister should do, but to attack Yu Qian's door directly.
As expected, as soon as these words came out, Yu Qian's face moved slightly, and he glared at Yu Shiyue with a sharp gaze. However, Yu Cifu was also a person who had been in the officialdom for a long time. How could he care about this suppressed momentum? He stood there motionless,
Calmly looking up at Yu Qian, he continued to persuade.
"I also think that your Majesty's move is inappropriate. On the one hand, such a major matter is not subject to court consultation and is against the rules. On the other hand, the general's land is transferred to the imperial estate. It involves many things and has too many concerns, especially allowing the vassal prince to participate in the government affairs.
It’s really inappropriate.”
The second trick to deal with Yu Qian is that this man is a docile donkey. The more you confront him, the more he will hit the wall.
Therefore, Yu Shiyue immediately began to tell everything that Yu Qian was worried about. As expected, after saying this, Yu Qian's face gradually softened, becoming more worried and less hostile.
Seeing this situation, Yu Shiyue immediately changed the topic and said:
"But having said that, government affairs are not about grudges, nor about winning or losing. You are here today to advise His Majesty, not just to contradict His Majesty, right?"
Yu Qian's expression froze, what he asked...
It should be said that Yu Shiyue asked this question just to block Yu Qian's mouth, so he continued to speak earnestly and thoughtfully without waiting for Yu Qian's answer.
"Tingyi, after all, Your Majesty is young and has only been on the throne for a few years. You cannot think that Your Majesty is wise and virtuous and will never make any mistakes. Now that something like this has happened, His Majesty is certainly impulsive, but you are just stuck in the palace like this.
Isn't it impulsive to force His Majesty to drag his sick body to summon ministers at the door?"
"People who are sick are most easily agitated. What's more, there is such a big commotion outside the palace now. Even if His Majesty summoned us, there must be anger in his heart. In this way, both parties will not be calm. Is it possible?
Can you discuss politics well?"
"If you insist on going in at this time, it will do no good to persuade His Majesty. On the contrary, it will only make the situation worse. Moreover, it will make outsiders talk about it. Your Majesty did not listen to the advice and failed your loyal ministers. In fact, it has made you Yu Qian's name clear. Is it true?
"Tell me, when did the Yu Tingyi I know become the person who blackmails the emperor and invites you to buy your name?"
Having been slapped with many hats one after another, I have to say that Yu Shiyue, the second minister of the cabinet, is really not in vain.
Just these words, if it were anyone else, I really wouldn’t be able to say them.
Obviously, as his words came out, Yu Qian's expression softened slightly. However, just when Yu Shiyue thought he was going to succeed, what Yu Qian said seemed to pour cold water on him.
Different from the slightly excited look just now, Yu Qian was obviously much calmer at this time. Facing Yu Shiyue's persuasion, he shook his head and said.
"Of course Yu understands what Mr. Ci Fu said, but it is precisely because His Majesty is young that Yu needs to advise him even more."
What does this mean?
Yu Shiyue was a little confused, so Yu Qian frowned and said.
"Your Majesty is young, so it is easy to make mistakes. This is okay, but because of this, it is even more important to guard against mistakes. I know what Mr. Cifu means. Meeting with Your Majesty at this time will not be helpful in solving the problem. However, compared to the matter at Huangzhuang,
, what your Majesty has done recently makes me even more worried."
At this point, the worry on Yu Qian's face became thicker, and his voice became a little lower, and he said.
"I think that when your Majesty first came to the throne, he listened to advice and accepted advice. All important matters in the court must be discussed with the ministers and then implemented. If there is anything inappropriate, he must discuss it in detail and consider it again and again. I am afraid that there is something omitted that may lead to
It affects the public sentiment of the DPRK."
"However, since last year, His Majesty's character has gradually changed. He listens to advice less and less and accepts advice less and less, and acts more and more arbitrarily. From the time when he ordered the imperial examinations not to participate in music at will, to the temporary decision to summon all the kings to the capital.
The signs are everywhere.”
"In recent days, this trend has become much more serious. As for now, His Majesty will not discuss with his ministers on major matters involving national affairs, and will decide upon them in one word. If things continue like this, His Majesty will become arbitrary and the situation in the court will be in danger!"
"Therefore, the reason why Yu is here to see His Majesty today is because of the Imperial Village's affairs, but not just because of the Imperial Village's affairs!"
As soon as these words came out, Yu Shiyue knew that there was absolutely no hope.
Yu Qian is a person who knows everything, but it is precisely because he knows everything that it is the most frustrating thing.
If Yu Qian only came here today for the matter of Huangzhuang, then maybe he could still persuade him based on what he just said.
However, now Yu Qian has made it clear that he wants to make things worse. Just now Yu Shiyue asked Yu Qian whether he wanted to persuade the emperor to change his mind, or whether he simply wanted to contradict the emperor. He was originally asking a rhetorical question.
But now Yu Qian's attitude is clearly telling him that he is doing this just to contradict the emperor!
Only in this way can the emperor realize that Qian Gang's arbitrary actions will lead to fierce backlash from the courtiers, and then he will act more cautiously in future court affairs.
This was Yu Qian's plan, so no amount of persuasion would be of any use.
Feeling powerless in his heart, Yu Shiyue hesitated and said.
"But Tingyi, if you do this..."
After saying only half a sentence, Yu Qian understood what he was going to say, shook his head and said.
"Yu does value his reputation, but if we can persuade His Majesty to return from his lost ways, then what can he do even if he is burdened with infamy?"
"I will act with a clear conscience throughout my life and do my best for the country. My remaining wishes are enough..."
This chapter has been completed!