What was the best solution you could think of under the circumstances?
Compared to Yu Cifu’s suggestion?
After hearing Zhu Yi's words, Zhang Xi's eyes flashed, and he suddenly remembered the scene in the palace today.
If you think about it carefully, when they were in the palace, they and the civil servants used their own methods, but the emperor never expressed his attitude.
After Yu Shiyue finished speaking, the emperor suddenly made a decision.
If we say that before this, the emperor was hesitant in his heart, so after getting Yu Shiyue's suggestion, he felt that it was feasible, so he made up his mind.
But in the end, the emperor's handling of the matter was clearly the opposite of what Yu Shiyue said.
this……
"You mean, the emperor did this because of Yu Shiyue?"
Zhang Xi frowned and asked with doubts.
"But, is there anything wrong with what Yu Shiyue said?"
After carefully thinking about the scene in the palace at that time, Zhang Mi did not feel that there was anything wrong with Yu Shiyue's words.
You must know that once the method he said is followed, Zhang Shi's plan will be immediately abolished, and the British government will face great pressure as a result.
Although it is said that if this happens, the court will be shaken and the emperor's intention to start a war will be hindered, the problem is that promoting Wang Qin and others to investigate is actually the same.
So, why did the emperor do this?
Raising his head, Zhang Xi looked at Zhu Yi, waiting for him to continue explaining.
So, Zhu Yi continued.
"Of course it's inappropriate. In the palace at that time, there were actually several different plans surrounding the second master's memorial. What we wanted was to promote the military official to investigate the case thoroughly. However, the civil servants wanted to prevent the emperor from doing so.
We need to mobilize troops, but we don’t want me to wait for the military officials to rise again, so there are obviously differences of opinion.”
"For example, Wang Wen of the Ministry of Personnel, Wang Ao of the Cabinet, and others advocated that Dali Temple, Duchayuan and other yamen should take the lead. After being refuted by Ningyang Marquis and I, Chen Yi of the Duchayuan simply wanted to ask the emperor directly.
A promise not to use troops. If the emperor is willing to relent under the circumstances at that time, then this case will be suppressed and left to the Ministry of War to free up its hands and then deal with it."
"However, Chen Yi hit a soft nail, and the emperor's attitude was ambiguous, which put them in trouble again. Yu Shiyue's method was proposed under this situation."
As he spoke, Zhu Yi's eyes flashed with a trace of ridicule and said.
"This method of his has indeed hit you and me within seven inches. However, if the second master thinks about it carefully, is there anything else besides being cruel? He only thinks about how to prevent me from regaining control of the military government.
However, they forgot that this is what their civil servants want, but it may not be what the emperor wants!"
Zhang Xi frowned and thought for a moment, and finally got a vague idea.
After pondering for a moment, he spoke.
"Yes, the method proposed to the court seems to have the best of both worlds, but these two things are only for the civil servants. If you look at it from the perspective of the emperor, I'm afraid it may not be..."
Zhu Yi nodded and continued.
"Yes, whether it is your method or mine, or Wang Wen's or Wang Ao's method, although the leaders are different, the purpose is the same, which is to rectify the atmosphere of the military government."
"In order to prevent Xun Gui from resurrecting, Chen Yi would rather put the matter aside until Yu Qian returns to the court. However, in the end, he still cares about the stability of the court."
"But, where is Yu Shiyue?"
"According to Yu Shiyue's method, if this pamphlet is submitted to the court for discussion, then besides causing internal strife among the military ministers, what good will it do to the court?"
When he said this, a hint of understanding suddenly flashed in Zhang Xi's eyes.
The battle in the court has never been a simple struggle between you and me. This time he participated in the impeachment of these people, so he naturally had evidence in his hand that could pin them down. However, this did not mean that he would definitely be able to take down these people.
You must know that although most of their connections are with the British government, just as these people will make friends with Ren Li privately, after so many years, they will definitely have their own connections, which is the most difficult thing to deal with.
Therefore, if you want to capture them, in addition to various preliminary preparations, a very important step is that the British government must obtain legitimate disposal rights in the court. Only in this way can we ensure that no accidents occur.
However, the emperor happened to bring them all to Wuying Hall to discuss privately. In this way, Zhang Shi's plan to use the imperial meeting to force the emperor came to nothing.
This is a disadvantage, but it is also an advantage!
Zhang Min didn't realize it at the time, but now that Zhu Yi said this, he immediately realized it.
The original reason why the emperor did this was actually very simple: he was afraid that announcing the matter would cause turmoil in the court.
Thinking about it this way, Yu Shiyue's move was definitely the most stupid move among all the stupid moves!
If the matter is brought to the court for discussion, and at the same time, the British government is not given enough authority to fight against these counterattacks, then it is conceivable that the two will inevitably have an evenly matched game in the court.
No one can predict the final result, but one thing that can be foreseen is that it will be impossible for the British government, which has not obtained the position of Military Seal Officer, to resolve this matter quickly.
Whether you follow the methods of Zhang Shi and others, or follow the methods of Wang Wen and Wang Ao, although you pay a price, you will always gain something.
It is useful to rectify the atmosphere of the military government. Even according to Chen Yi's idea, it can at least ensure the temporary stability of the court.
However, as Zhu Yi said, Yu Shiyue's method, apart from causing the military ministers to fall into internal strife with each other, essentially had no effect on the court.
The British government was forced to go into battle, and the impeached military ministers fought back with all their strength. The military government was in chaos, which neither achieved the effect of regulating the atmosphere, but also plunged the court into turmoil.
For the civil servants, this was quite satisfactory. They could not only stop the emperor from launching troops, but also sit aside and watch the jokes of the military ministers.
But for the emperor, I'm afraid it's not a good thing. Although he wants to suppress the British government, but judging from the emperor's desire to defeat the emperor, he will not do it just to suppress the British government.
Deliberately causing chaos in the court.
After thinking about this, Zhang Xi finally understood why the emperor's attitude suddenly changed.
Because the method proposed by Yu Shiyue is the best way for the civil servants, if the emperor does not stop it immediately, then once other civil servants express their support for Yu Shiyue's plan, the emperor will become unable to dismount.
If he rejected the methods of the civil servants, it would be equivalent to supporting the methods of Zhang Shi and others, but if he did not reject them, then the court would be in turmoil.
Therefore, the emperor could only make a decisive decision and quickly settle the matter before anyone else could react.
Seeing the change in Zhang Shi's expression, Zhu Yi knew that the second master had understood what he meant. He picked up the tea cup in front of him and took a sip before continuing.
"My guess is that the reason why the emperor did not speak for a long time in the palace was because he was weighing the pros and cons. But what Yu Shiyue said forced the emperor to make an immediate decision."
"Letting Yu Qian return to the capital and promoting his uncle to be the governor of the Houjun Governor's Mansion is actually a compromise strategy that takes care of the interests of both parties. On the one hand, he expressed his opinion on the case and started an investigation, which can be regarded as giving the case a result.
It also gave those civil servants a reassurance."
"On the other hand, giving my uncle a promotion can be considered as appeasing our noble military officials. Of course, it can also drive a wedge between you and our government."
"However, the price is that the emperor's move can be regarded as giving up the plan to mobilize troops on the border in disguise. After all, as long as we start investigating this matter, it will definitely affect the operation of the military government in the short term. Moreover, in order to prevent you and me from
The government took control of the military government, so the emperor had to recall Yu Qian."
"Second Master is aware of Shaobao's character. He just made a memorial not long ago to prevent the emperor from mobilizing troops. As soon as he returns to Beijing, the border can no longer be moved at all."
"I see……"
Zhang Min twirled his beard and finally smoothed everything out.
Seeing this situation, Zhu Yi also relaxed and sighed.
"It's a blessing in disguise. Judging from the results, although Yu Shiyue came up with a bad idea, he still helped us. Otherwise, the emperor may not have made this determination. Even if he still wanted to investigate the case, he wouldn't have done it.
If you are so anxious, no matter what, I will wait until Yu Shaobao returns to Beijing."
"No, it didn't help us..."
When this matter was brought up, Zhang Xi's face became a little ugly again. He snorted lightly, glanced at Zhu Yi across from him, and said with a hint of resentment.
"It's only because I helped the Duke!"
Wang Qin was not particularly prominent in the lord's family, but because of his marriage relationship with the Duke of Chengguo, he was able to enjoy himself.
Now that he is promoted, he will naturally rely more on the connections and influence of the Chengguo Duke. Naturally, he will also be driven by the British Duke.
So to put it bluntly, the Rear Army Governor's Mansion actually fell into the hands of the Chengguo Duke's Mansion in disguise.
Thinking that he had been working so hard for so long, but in the end, the person in front of him took advantage of it for nothing, Mr. Zhang almost wanted to cry without tears.
Seeing that Zhang Xi was still full of resentment, Zhu Yi smiled bitterly and said.
"Second Master, don't be anxious. This matter has just begun now. It's still early for everything to be settled. Since I promised Second Master, I have no reason to regret it."
However, in the face of Zhu Yi's promise, Zhang Min obviously didn't buy it. You must know that this is what Zhu Yi said when he handed Ren Li the roster to him and at the same time encouraged him to file an impeachment petition.
But what is the result now?
Although Zhang Xi also understood that nothing in this world was 100% certain, it would be difficult for him to trust Zhu Yi unconditionally.
Therefore, Mr. Zhang just picked up the tea that was gradually getting warmer this time, took a sip, and said calmly.
"We won't know until everything settles..."
Seeing this situation, the bitterness on Zhu Yi's face became even stronger, and his expression changed for a while. Zhu Yi seemed to have made up his mind and said.
"It doesn't matter, it is true that I failed to help the second master get things done this time. In this case, for the next thing, I will let the second master see the sincerity of the Duke of Chengguo!"
Zhang Xi's hand holding the tea cup suddenly stopped.
In his impression, Zhu Yi was calm and self-defeating. It was the first time he had seen such a risk-taking expression.
interesting……
Zhang Xi picked up the teapot beside him and refilled himself with tea. Looking at the rising tea smoke, he said calmly.
"What do you plan to do, Duke Guo?"
Zhu Yi pondered, and his face became very solemn in a rare way. Even though this was a British government house, there would never be anything like walls having ears. However, Zhu Yi still subconsciously lowered his voice and softly spoke out a name.
"What?"
Hearing this name, Zhang Min's eyes widened immediately, and the tea cup in his hand was almost knocked over. However, he didn't care at all, and frowned tightly, with a look of surprise on his face, and said.
"Are you crazy?"
However, Zhu Yi shook his head and said.
"I will do the risky thing. This time, the Second Master only needs to provide support. If this can be accomplished, not only will the Second Master and my uncle's family be able to return to the army, but we, the noble military ministers, will also be able to return to the army."
Taking advantage of the situation, although we cannot return to our past prosperity, we will not be able to fight back in front of civil servants like we are now."
Zhu Yi said these words very firmly, and it was obvious that he had made up his mind.
However, looking at Zhu Yi like this, Zhang Xi felt crazy and let out a long breath. He wanted to pick up the tea cup to calm down his shock, but as soon as he picked it up, he found that the cup was filled with scalding hot water.
Tea, so I had no choice but to put it down.
After a while, Zhang Min finally calmed down, frowned at Zhu Yi opposite him, sighed, and finally spoke.
"How do you want me to cooperate with you?"
He didn't ask Zhu Yi what he planned to do. This idea was so crazy that Zhang Shi felt that he didn't even want to know what Zhu Yi planned.
But at the same time, he knew very well that once Zhu Yi's idea could be realized, it would indeed be very possible for Xungui's power to revive.
Therefore, his mood at the moment was indeed very contradictory.
However, although Zhang Xi did not ask, Zhu Yi pondered for a moment and still said.
"I need the evidence in the hands of the second master. It doesn't need to be much. From Uncle Jing'an and Uncle Xin Cheng, I just need to release a little bit. The time can be delayed a little. In short, just let them communicate."
"However, when it comes to the evidence of officials from the Houjun Governor's Mansion, I hope the Second Master can produce it all."
After hearing this, Zhang Min quickly recovered from his initial shock and said with a slight displeasure.
"Master, do you want me to pave the way for your uncle?"
Although this investigation is focused on the Chinese Military Governor's Office, at least in the early stages, each of them will still be responsible for their own military office.
It was the Governor's Mansion of the Hou Army that Wang Qin was promoted to take charge of. Now, Zhu Yi asked him to keep other evidence for the time being, and only produced evidence about officials involved in the Governor's Mansion of the Hou Army. It was clear that he wanted to help Wang Qin get credit so that he could
This uncle stood firm.
So, after going around and around, we still came back to this point, which made Mr. Zhang couldn't help but feel a little dissatisfied...
This chapter has been completed!