The north wind is howling and the sky is covered with snow.
Outside the city gate, a carriage stopped next to it. Next to it were two entourages in green clothes and small hats. They were so low-key dressed that no one would have thought that sitting in this seemingly ordinary carriage was actually the current Minister of Justice, Yu Shiyue.
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Sitting in the carriage, Yu Shiyue held a stove and was wrapped in a thick cloak outside his official uniform. He lifted the curtain of the carriage and looked at the wind and snow in the distance with complicated eyes.
When he sent Yu Qian away before, the ground was full of fallen leaves and the autumn wind was bleak. Now when he welcomes Yu Qian back to Beijing, it is the middle of winter and snowy season, and it is bone-chilling. But he doesn't know whether this is a coincidence or God's will...
Snowflakes as big as goose feathers fell one after another, and a team in the distance slowly came into view. Just like here, it was also a low-key carriage, but there were many more escorting officers and soldiers around it.
Putting away the emotions in his heart, Yu Shiyue got off the carriage with the help of his servant, walked to the middle of the city gate, and looked up at the slowly approaching team.
The carriage stopped leisurely, and Yu Qian's slightly tired face appeared in front of Yu Shiyue.
"Tingyi has had a hard journey here."
"I'm sorry to trouble you, Brother Shichao, to welcome you here. I haven't congratulated Brother Shichao yet for being promoted to the post of Minister of the Ministry of Punishment..."
Seeing Yu Shiyue's figure, Yu Qian's face was obviously a little more happy. After getting off the carriage, he raised his hands to Yu Shiyue and spoke.
However, when faced with the congratulations from his old friend, Yu Shiyue did not give the same response. Instead, he sighed and lowered his voice.
"Tingyi, I came here today to see you for something. It's inconvenient here, how about you and I go to your house to talk about it together?"
Seeing this situation, Yu Qian was slightly startled, and his heart suddenly became awe-inspiring. This was the first time he saw Yu Shiyue showing such a cautious expression.
However, there were indeed many people here, so Yu Qian did not hesitate, nodded, and returned to his house with Yu Shiyue...
Outside Donghua Gate, snowflakes were flying, and a small sedan chair was parked aside. The owner of this sedan chair was none other than Wang Wen, the Minister of Civil Affairs.
As agreed, Wang Wen sent in the invitation message again early in the morning, but unfortunately, the emperor still disappeared.
However, this time, the Lord Tianguan seemed to be determined and kept waiting outside the palace. As time went by, the news spread wider and wider, so that a crowd gradually formed outside the Donghua Gate.
Many officials came to watch.
At noon, Wang Wen still had no intention of leaving, and the surrounding team was getting bigger and bigger. Even some cabinet ministers appeared in the crowd. They originally came to persuade Wang Wen, but Wang Tianguan's
Temper can't be helped by persuasion, so in desperation, they had no choice but to accompany him together.
Of course, it cannot be ruled out that they themselves also wanted to know the purpose of the result, and more and more people gathered outside the palace gate. The palace was soon alerted, and Eunuch Huai'en took two eunuchs to kiss again.
He came to deliver an edict, claiming that the Holy Eucharist was ill and that it was not appropriate to summon ministers.
However, Wang Wen remained unmoved, facing the wind and snow, and still stood firm. Time moved forward step by step. Wynn stood outside Donghua Gate, walking back and forth in a hurry. But unfortunately, this time
Wang Wen had made up his mind, and although the courtiers did not express it clearly, the fact that such a leader of officials took the lead and everyone gathered around said everything...Today, they must see it no matter what.
emperor!
Therefore, Wynn had no choice but to send someone to the palace to report, but before he got a reply, two sedans suddenly came towards him from outside.
"It's Yu Xingbu!"
When even a sharp-eyed official recognized him and shouted, following this voice, everyone's eyes turned towards the direction of the sedan.
Soon, someone spoke again.
"Next to me is... the sedan chair in Yu Shaobao's mansion?"
This voice sounded and immediately caused a burst of discussion. Many people stood on their feet and looked at the sedan slowly coming this way. At this time, a certain officer from the Ministry of War patted his head and said.
"Yes, today is the day when Yu Shaobao returns to the capital. It is indeed Yu Shaobao who is here!"
As a result, the discussion became louder and everyone retreated to a passage, allowing the two sedans to continue moving forward.
You know, Yu Qian's status in the court is not low. Although he has been traveling around for the past two years, at their level, official position is only part of the status. His contribution to the country, his reputation in the court, and his connections
, are all part of his status.
Not to mention, Yu Qian's current official position is Youdu Yushi. Even in terms of official position, he is not inferior to anyone.
What is that saying? When the country is in trouble, we miss our good generals; when times are tough, we miss our loyal ministers.
In the past, when Yu Qian was in court, many people felt that he was too powerful and too favored by the emperor, which was not a blessing to the country.
However, when a situation like this arises that requires someone to step forward, the best candidate they can think of is still Yu Qian.
This person is located in Shaobao, with identity, status, and more importantly, determination!
Throughout the court, there were only a few people who truly dared to face the majesty of the emperor, and Yu Qian was one of them.
Now that the emperor is ill, the situation in the palace is unclear. Looking at the current situation, if the emperor's people are not seen again, there is no possibility that they will eventually break into the palace.
However, few people actually dare to do this extremely risky behavior.
After all, if a mistake is made and the palace is safe, but they force their way in, they will face the emperor's wrath. Even if most people can survive, the leader will not get a good harvest, but now Yu Qian comes
, his appearance was like a calming needle, which immediately calmed the minds of the officials present, because they were all convinced that if it really came to the point where he needed to break into the palace, Yu Qian would never do it.
Without the slightest hesitation...
At the same time, Wang Wen, who was standing in front of the palace gate, heard the movement and looked over. Then, he saw Yu Shiyue and Yu Qian getting off the sedan chair, and a hint of joy suddenly appeared in his eyes.
With a slight sigh of relief in his heart, Wang Wen quickly walked up to meet him and said.
"Yu Shaobao, you made me wait so hard!"
"I went back home and changed my clothes. It was Yu's fault that I kept Master Tianguan waiting for a long time."
Faced with Wang Wen's words that were obviously intended to bring the relationship closer, Yu Qian did not refuse and accepted it smoothly.
Later, the two of them and Yu Shiyue moved forward side by side, and Wang Wen's expression became solemn and he lowered his voice.
"Yu Xingbu should have told Shaobao about the current situation in Beijing, right?"
Yu Qian nodded lightly and didn't say much. However, Yu Shiyue on the side looked at Wang Wen dissatisfied.
This old guy... what does this mean? Don't you trust him to do things?
Wang Wen didn't notice Yu Shiyue's slight dissatisfaction. In fact, his words were just to open the topic. Seeing Yu Qian nod, he continued.
"That being the case, I won't go into details. His Majesty has been ill for more than half a month since his last morning court visit. In these days, he has not summoned any courtiers. When dealing with government affairs, it is also the Chief of Ceremonies who approves the affairs on his behalf. The key is
...His Majesty has always been in good health. It is really strange that his illness has suddenly come on so violently. If I cannot see Your Majesty and greet him personally, I will always feel a little uneasy."
As they spoke, the three of them arrived in front of Donghua Gate. Then, Wang Wen glanced at the palace city covered in snow and whispered.
"Most of the ministers in the DPRK have submitted memoranda to see you, but all of them have been rejected. Now the only plan is to ask Yu Shaobao to try. If His Majesty doesn't even see you..."
Wang Wen didn't say the next words, but the worry in his eyes was clear.
Yu Qian nodded slightly and said.
"I already know the situation. Lord Tianguan, don't worry. Yu and Lord Tianguan have the same view. We must see your Majesty today!"
This was not a decisive and firm tone, but just like talking about an ordinary trivial matter. However, after the words fell, Wang Wen's face obviously relaxed a lot, and he cupped his hands.
"Then leave it to Yu Shaobao."
Yu Qian bowed slightly in return, and then strode forward.
At the same time, Wynn couldn't help but sigh heavily when he saw Yu Qian's figure appearing. However, even so, he still had to face him with a smile and said.
"I met Yu Shaobao."
"Eunuch Huai'en, long time no see."
In front of a big man like Wynn, even Yu Qian still has to maintain etiquette, even now, they have begun to doubt Wynn.
So, after a brief exchange of greetings, Yu Qian got straight to the point and said.
"Please, Eunuch Huai'en, report to Your Majesty that Yu went to the border with the imperial decree to deal with the surrender of Bodu and his troops. Now that the errand has been completed, I have come here to reply to the decree and please see Your Majesty."
Ah this...
Although he had expected it in his heart, Wynn still felt a headache after listening to it. After thinking about it, he spoke to persuade him.
"Yu Shaobao has been through a long journey. He has just returned to the capital. It might be inappropriate to meet him immediately. Moreover, His Majesty is currently ill and has given oral instructions to the ministers. Yu Shaobao might as well go back to the palace to rest for two days. After sorting out the report, he can send it to the cabinet.
Report it to the emperor, and when your majesty feels better, he will surely take care of it..."
It should be said that Wynn said this with good intentions, but in this situation, his words immediately aroused unnecessary speculation.
Wang Wen glanced at Yu Qian and whispered.
"Yu Shaobao, don't trust him easily. He has been saying this for several days, and..."
Moreover, in the past, when ministers came to see him, Hua En would first send someone to report, and then go back to deliver oral instructions. But this time, he didn't even go back, and just wanted to send Yu Qian back to his home. What do you think of such a move?
Why isn't it normal?
Yu Qian naturally understood this truth. He nodded to Wang Wen to indicate that he knew what he knew. Then he turned his head and looked at Wynn and said.
"Is there any reason to delay military and national affairs? When I left the capital, His Majesty personally told me that this matter is of great importance and affects the peace of the border. If there are any results, I will report them to Your Majesty as soon as possible."
"Now, I have arrived at the gate of the palace, but Eunuch Huai has turned me away. Is it possible that His Majesty is too ill to govern?"
As soon as these words came out, Wynn's expression suddenly became a little ugly, and he fell silent for a while and did not continue to speak.
Seeing this situation, Wang Wen on the opposite side suddenly darkened his face and said.
"Eunuch Huai, you have been delivering orders for the past few days, saying that His Majesty's illness is just a minor ailment, and you have repeatedly issued oral orders and refused to summon the ministers. If His Majesty is really seriously ill, where did these oral orders come from?"
After all, Wang Wen is the leader of hundreds of officials. When he got really angry, Wynn couldn't bear it.
At that moment, Wynn had no choice but to quickly hand over his hand.
"What did Lord Tianguan say? How dare our family do such a thing? Your Majesty is indeed ill in bed and it is not appropriate to summon the ministers."
However, his words obviously could not dispel the doubts of everyone present. After looking at each other, Yu Shiyue stepped forward.
"Eunuch Huai, your majesty has been ill for more than half a month. Now everyone in the government and the public is worried about the health of your father's body. There are rumors in various places in the capital. At this time, if your majesty is only slightly ill, it is time to summon the ministers to calm the ministers.
If your heart is not a minor illness, it is a serious matter, and you should be accompanied by the ministers of the cabinet. Therefore, I still ask Eunuch Huai to go and inform you. We just want to see your Majesty. If the Eucharist is well, we will not
It will embarrass my father-in-law."
As soon as these words came out, Huaien was put in trouble. A minor illness would not affect the meeting with the ministers. Naturally, he should meet Yi'an Chaotang's heart. If he was seriously ill and unable to manage the government, he should be accompanied by his assistant ministers.
, to prevent any accidents.
Anyway, to sum it up, no matter what happens, they made up their minds today and must see the emperor...
Looking at the important ministers in front of him, and then at the cabinet ministers not far away who said nothing but had the same attitude, Wynn couldn't help but stamp his feet, sighed heavily, and said.
"In that case, I would like to ask you to wait here later, and we will report to Your Majesty what you have said."
After that, Wynn turned and left without staying too much.
After he left, there was a burst of discussion among the officials below. Many people had a look of worry on their faces. It can be seen that Wynn's performance just now was indeed serious.
A lot of doubts arose in their minds.
In contrast, Yu Qian and others at the front had quite calm expressions. At this point, they had already made up their minds. Even if Huai En came to deliver the order in the end, the ministers were still not seen in the oral order, and they would not be here today.
will leave.
In the end, if there is really no other way, I can only break into the palace. After all, even if I take a risk, I must at least determine what the emperor's current situation is. Otherwise, if it continues to be delayed, there is no way to know that there will be an uproar in the capital.
What kind of turmoil...
With such a mood, they stood outside the palace gate and waited quietly. But this time, they did not wait too long, and soon there was movement in the palace.
Only far away, a group of eunuchs hurriedly walked towards this side. Seeing that the results were about to come, even the calmest Yu Qian couldn't help but stretched his head and took a closer look.
, I want to know the answer as early as possible.
As the figure in the distance got closer and closer, Yu Qian and others recognized it at a glance, even though part of their sight was obscured by the snow and wind.
The leader of this group of eunuchs is not Hua En, who just went in to report, but the eunuch eunuch Dongchang who has disappeared in the capital for a long time...Shu Liang!
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