Yu Shiyue's hunch was right. The emperor had already had his mind on the matter of the Ministry of War. After summoning several of them, in the past few days, he did not consult with other ministers, but directly sent the decree to the cabinet, ordering
Xiang Wenyao, the Minister of the Ministry of War, was transferred to the Minister of Household Affairs in Nanjing. As the Ministry of War responded to the affairs, the Minister of War, Li Shi, was temporarily in charge.
It should be said that this news is a good thing. The emperor did not transfer the two ministers out, which can be regarded as adopting Yu Shiyue's suggestion.
However, at the same time, this also confirmed Yu Shiyue's guess that the emperor's imprisonment of Yu Qian this time was not just due to a moment of anger. More importantly, he was probably using this matter to reduce Yu Qian's authority.
Otherwise, the emperor would not ignore the recent subtle changes in the direction of the wind from top to bottom in the court.
Yu Qian's current authority in the Ministry of War is indeed not a good thing. From this point of view, Yu Shiyue doesn't think there is anything wrong with the emperor's desire to reduce power, but the problem is that he is not sure what the emperor intends to do.
degree.
This feeling arose from the prelude to the match a few days ago. Obviously, the emperor's test for him was to test whether he could still maintain his integrity under authority and not be flattery. This test was not
Don't let Yu Shiyue worry too much. What worries him is the intention behind this test.
He had a vague feeling that the emperor was looking for a weakened version of Yu Qian!
A stubborn Yu Qian who was able to offend Yan Zhijian, but would not do so at every turn. It was obvious that Yu Shiyue had become the emperor's target.
This is a good opportunity for Yu Shiyue himself. To put it bluntly, half of Yu Qian's position and power in the court comes from the trust of the emperor. This is recognized by the government and the public.
Although Yu Shiyue is not one of the Seven Ministers, he has already become one of the important ministers as the Second Assistant to the Cabinet and the Chief of the East Palace. If he can gain the emperor's trust, then his status in the court will surely increase rapidly.
rising.
This is something that has been confirmed by Yu Qian, but on the contrary, if a new 'Yu Qian' needs to appear in the court, does that mean that the original Yu Qian is no longer needed?
This speculation made Yu Shiyue himself feel crazy, but it actually made him feel that it was not impossible.
Before this, although he knew that the emperor had doubts about Qian's character because of this, he never thought that it might reach such an extent.
Because of the emergence of this idea, Yu Shiyue has been very worried these days, until this day, Wynn appeared in the cabinet again...
"Ohondo?"
Looking at Wynn in front of him, Yu Shiyue repeated it somewhat unbelievably. However, Wynn still smiled, as if he didn't realize the weight of what he just said, and said.
"Yes, Your Majesty said, it is an ancestral system for princes to receive education in Dabentang. During the Hongwu period, all kings received education at Dabentang. However, because the emperors of Taizong, Renzong, Xuanzong and other generations had few heirs,
Therefore, this system is gradually falling into disuse. Now that the imperial heirs in the palace are becoming more and more prosperous, it is time to re-establish the main hall, with Master Yi, a Hanlin scholar, as the speaker, and all the elders of the pavilion take turns to give lectures."
Ah this...
The three members of the cabinet looked at each other and fell silent for a while.
This theory is indeed good. During the reign of Emperor Taizu, there were many emperors. Emperor Taizu set up a main hall in the palace to teach the princes. When they reached adulthood, they were allowed to join the vassal. However, during the reign of Emperor Taizong, when the Jingnan was successful, several princes
Now that he has grown up, it doesn’t matter whether he is a big main hall or not.
Emperor Renzong had many princes, but his reign was too short. As for Emperor Xuanzong, there were only two single emperors, Taishanghuang and Jinshang. Naturally, there was no need to set up such a large main hall.
Now, in the palace, there are indeed more imperial heirs than in the previous generations. However, this is because there are two imperial lines. Previously, the emperor had issued an order to order the princes and princesses to study together. Therefore, the main hall must be re-established.
On the surface, it makes sense.
However, this is only on the surface. You must know that although there are many princes and princesses in the palace today, there are not many who are of the right age to study.
On the Emperor's side, apart from His Royal Highness, there is only one Honorable Prince, Zhu Jianqing. On the Emperor's side, there is only King Hui, Zhu Jianji. In addition, there are several princesses, including the current eldest daughter, Princess Gu'an, and the Emperor's eldest daughter, Princess Gu'an.
The daughter is Princess Chongqing, the second daughter is Princess Jiashan, the third daughter is Princess Chun'an, and the fourth daughter is Princess Chongde, so there are seven in total, and most of them are princesses.
Even if we don't talk about the distinction between princes and princesses, given their current age, the small hall in the palace is completely sufficient. It is not necessary to reset the main hall, but at least for now, it is not necessary.
Not that urgent.
More importantly, in the past, these princes and princesses were living well in the primary school. Why did they suddenly have to transfer to the main hall?
Several people looked at each other, and Wang Ao stepped forward and asked.
"Eunuch Huai'en, since Your Majesty wants to re-establish the main hall, I wonder where it will be located?"
"It's in the Yuanhui Hall to the west of Qingning Palace. It's not far away. It's just a few steps away. It won't delay the usual errands of several pavilion elders."
Wynn looked like he was sure to answer every question, and he even went the extra mile and said.
"These days, Eunuch Shu has been busy with this matter in the harem. Now, the books, utensils, and attendants have been arranged, and the palace is almost repaired. I just need a few pavilion elders to go and talk about it.
After reading it, this main hall has been erected."
As soon as these words came out, the expressions of several people present changed.
They had long known that Shu Liang's return to the harem did not mean that the great master had lost his power. On the contrary, it was just that the emperor was protecting Shu Liang and letting him avoid the limelight.
However, what they didn't expect was that when Eunuch Shu returned to the harem, he created a large main hall.
From this point of view, the emperor has indeed made up his mind, otherwise, he would not leave it to Shu Liang. However, as they just thought, the princes and princesses in the palace now have no number or age.
It got to the point where the main hall had to be rebuilt.
There must be other reasons why the emperor chose to do this at this time.
If nothing else, this reason is closely related to the East Palace!
First of all, at this location, the main hall is on the side of the East Palace, adjacent to each other. So it is very likely that in a few years, the main hall will be moved to the East Palace. After all, during the Hongwu period, there was a period of time when the main hall was the prince.
Although the prince soon moved out to the place where he studied together with other princes, there was a precedent after all.
There is also the fact that cabinet ministers come to the main hall to give lectures. This is obviously a move of greater political significance than practical significance. Combined with the emperor's previous actions, the reset of the main hall is likely to bring all the princes together, some kind of
In a sense, this is the hierarchy among the princes in Mohu.
Although nothing can be seen now, if it is really established, then in a few years, when the emperor's son reaches the age of studying, it will be natural for him to go to the main hall...
There is no doubt that the signal presented by this decree is very unfavorable to the East Palace. Therefore, after Huaien told the location of the main hall, Wang Ao and Zhang Min unanimously turned their eyes.
It fell on Yu Shiyue.
Seeing this situation, Yu Shiyue sighed in his heart. Normally, Huaien would always leave after conveying his orders, but today he stopped and explained so much, probably because he wanted to see his attitude.
This might as well be another temptation from the Emperor...
Faced with this temptation, Yu Shiyue, who was the official of the Prince's Mansion, could only bow his hands and said.
"I obey the decree."
So, Wynn showed a satisfied smile, cupped his hands with a smile, turned around and left.
When Huaien's figure disappeared, Wang Ao on the side showed a trace of ridicule on his face and said.
"With the establishment of the main hall, there will be another errand on our shoulders from now on. However, Mr. Jisuke must not care much about it. After all, the lectures and readings in the East Palace are what Mr. Jisuke has always arranged.
I also took over the errands, but it’s just a matter of convenience, isn’t it?”
In his words, he secretly ridiculed Yu Shiyue for being irresponsible and not daring to fight for the interests of the East Palace.
Faced with such a face, Yu Shiyue didn't want to say anything more. He glanced at Wang Ao coldly, turned around and returned to his office.
He is not stupid. Now that he knows the emperor's intention, he naturally knows what to do.
The emperor needs a minister who is upright, but he does not need a minister who opposes him everywhere. Things like the main hall, although it is not good for the East Palace in the long run, it will not harm the court in the short term.
, If you go against the emperor on such a matter, the emperor will only treat it as making a fuss out of a molehill.
Huaien came to convey the order in person just to see if Yu Shiyue would be like Yu Qian, who opposed the emperor on unnecessary trivial matters because of the so-called principles. If Yu Shiyue really opposed this matter, then Wang Ao would
Waiting for someone to watch a joke.
After all, with Yu Qian's experience, it is really not easy to get that kind of kindness again.
And more importantly, stay upright and stay upright. Some things cannot be solved by simply upholding uprightness...
Back in the public room, Yu Shiyue sat on a chair and sighed deeply. The situation in this court is becoming more and more unpredictable!
The days passed by, and it was mid-June in a blink of an eye. There was still an undercurrent surging above the court, but on the surface it was as calm as ever.
What is somewhat different from what many people expected is that after the emperor's decree to reopen the main hall was issued, although it caused a wave of waves in the court, only a few imperial officials thought it was too early, and no imagination occurred.
turmoil in.
No one even mentioned the word "East Palace". The entire court seemed to have lost its voice, completely turning a blind eye to the political significance.
It was very peaceful in the court, but many of the ministers in the court were quite uneasy, not for any other reason. Just because today, the Dali Temple, which attracted the attention of the court, was ordered to inspect Yu Qianyi, and it was about to be officially opened.
Interrogated.
Of course, it is actually not accurate to say that Yu Qian was involved, because there is no substantial evidence to prove that Yu Qian was involved. It is more accurate to say that it was Zhu Ji.
Moreover, although Yu Qian was imprisoned, his official rank was still there. With Zhu Jian's rank, he did not have the authority to interrogate Yu Qian, and even questioning required a separate order.
Therefore, the main subjects of investigation in Dali Temple are the plaintiff Xu Dayou and the defendant Lu Fu. The associate minister of Jinyiwei, Zhu Ji and Yu Mian will also go to the court for questioning. In addition, the emperor specially sent the internal prison to go there.
Listen in.
One thing worth noting is that because Prince Xiang submitted the complaint on his behalf, he also made a special trip to attend the hearing on the day the court opened.
Such a mere land invasion was interrogated by a former cabinet minister with the title of Shangshu of the Ministry of Punishment and the Minister of Dali Temple. The emperor personally sent an internal prison to observe the case, and even the princes of the clan came in person. This standard was simply unparalleled.
However, Yu Shiyue is obviously not suitable to go. Firstly, his identity is somewhat sensitive, and secondly, as a court official, he has an errand. It is impossible for him to abandon his errand and run away to get involved in some trial. However, naturally, sending someone to inquire about the news will
It's inevitable.
The news was sent back from the lower office. Yu Shiyue was sitting in the study, listening to the reports from his servants, when suddenly a servant came to report from outside.
"Master, the eldest son of the Yu family has arrived. He said he has something to ask and wants to see the master."
Yu Kang?
Yu Shiyue frowned slightly, but he only hesitated for a moment, nodded and said.
"Let him come to the study."
Although it is difficult for him to interfere directly with Yu Qian's case, after all, it is a friendship that has lasted for many years. If it is completely hidden behind closed doors, it will cause people to talk about it.
Moreover, Yu Kang is different from Yu Mian. He has a calm temperament, quite like Yu Qian, and will not come to the door for no reason. If nothing else, it should still be related to today's court trial...
Not long after, Yu Kang was brought in by his servants and bowed as a junior. Yu Shiyue waved to him to sit down without any pretense, and asked the servants to serve him refreshments before asking.
"My nephew is here this time for the purpose of today's court trial?"
"Yes, it seems that Uncle Yu has also received the news."
Yu Kang nodded and said.
"Today at the court hearing, Mr. Zhu brought Xu Dayou and Lu Fu to trial, and also called the chief clerk and magistrate of Daxing County to testify. Lu Fu admitted in court that he was obsessed with intending to occupy Xu Dayou's land and colluding with the master.
Regarding the change of documents, Luying had already mentioned this before, so it was not surprising. However, when I was outside listening to the trial, I discovered a doubtful point..."
As Yu Kang said, this court trial mainly interrogated two people, Xu Dayou.
Zhu Jian was quite capable. He had been doing local errands for a long time, so such a simple invasion of land would not be a problem for him.
Moreover, after so many days of preparation for this high-profile interrogation, if nothing comes of it, Zhu Jian's own face will not be at stake.
Therefore, the basic situation was quickly clarified, just like what Yu Kang said just now, but the situation was roughly what they heard Yu Junying say that day.
However, Yu Shiyue was a little surprised by this last sentence and asked.
"What's the suspicion?"
Yu Kang hesitated for a moment and then said.
"During the trial, Lu Fu and the master colluded to invade the fields. They both admitted it. However, one thing is strange. They both said that the other party bewitched them and made the big mistake..."
This chapter has been completed!