It’s no wonder that Jiao Shun made such inferences.

Now the emperor was eager to govern personally but suffered from lack of energy. He took the initiative to ask him what he thought about the harem's involvement in politics. It was obvious that he wanted to find help in the harem.

Most of the concubines in the harem entertained people with sex, and even though the queen was known for her virtues, she was not known to have any political talent. Only Jia Yuanchun was said to have been granted permission to participate in political affairs when he was in the dormitory.

With this achievement, she exclusively occupied two of the four concubine titles of "Noble Shu Xiande".

perhaps……

I can just follow the current and achieve my goal of entering the palace this time.

After making up his mind, Jiao Shun thought about it and quickly typed up the draft [actually he was stuck for a day and didn't think about it], then he handed over his hand and said: "This matter is not something that foreign ministers can criticize, but Your Majesty does not regard ministers as despicable.

He placed his ministers in a lowly position, and entrusted them with the responsibility of his heart. The ministers felt that they should bear in mind the five internal affairs, so they risked great disgrace..."

"Tell the important point!"

Emperor Longyuan rubbed his brows and scolded impatiently.

Jiao Shun did not dare to show off his literary talents even half-heartedly, and went straight to the point: "In my humble opinion, the key to the troubles of the harem's interference in politics lies in excessive indulgence and lack of checks and balances. It must be known that the human heart is the least able to withstand the test. In ancient times, people have read poems and books to know etiquette.

A minister of Mingyi will inevitably become domineering once he takes over the power, let alone a female figure?"

Emperor Longyuan lowered half of his eyebrows, leaned on the cushions and squinted: "According to what you say, this is absolutely impossible?"

Aren't you paralyzed?

Why can't my ears even work?

Jiao Shun resisted the urge to roll his eyes and repeated the key point: "I am saying that the key to the disaster of the harem's involvement in politics lies in excessive indulgence and lack of checks and balances."

Emperor Longyuan finally came back to his senses, but he really didn't have the energy to think about it, so he waved his hands and said with all his strength: "I am really tired. If you have something to say, just say it directly, and don't talk in circles anymore!"

Jiao Shun originally didn't want to elaborate too much, but looking at the emperor's behavior, it was obviously not the time to connect the past and the next, so he had to further explain: "What I mean is that if your majesty wants to assist in the affairs of the harem, first of all, he must consider his talents and apply them. He cannot just rely on

Likes and dislikes; secondly, we must first formulate a policy of checks and balances to prevent them from monopolizing power, and we must strictly guard against internal and external collusion."

"Hmph~"

After hearing this, the emperor snorted: "Although your opinion is more true than those of those rotten scholars, it is also ordinary and superficial. I'm afraid it won't stop the public from talking outside."

After a pause, he suddenly stared again and asked, "Don't you want to speak out for the virtuous concubine?"

"I don't dare!"

Jiao Shun hurriedly knelt down again, saying that he did not dare, but what he said next was exactly the opposite: "I just feel that the virtuous concubine has a reputation for talent, and the Rongguo Mansion has been sued again. If she is allowed to take the blame and make meritorious deeds, she will definitely do it."

Do your best and never dare to slack off."

In fact, Emperor Longyuan had already thought about Jia Yuanchun, but because of his grudge, he couldn't make up his mind to use her for a while.

However, listening to Jiao Shun's analysis, the disadvantages turned out to be advantages.

but……

"It turns out that you want to speak for Rong Guofu."

Emperor Longyuan sat up straight, holding the dragon chair, and locked one eye on Jiao Shun. Half of his face showed no joy or anger, and the other half was hideous and terrifying.

Jiao Shun calmly knelt his head on the ground and said loudly: "I am not a tree, how can I be ruthless? Moreover, the Jia Wang family involved in the case this time is actually my old benefactor - but I dare not deceive Your Majesty, she

Of the 300,000 taels of silver in the collection, more than 224,700 taels were earned through maritime trade, and the other 75,000 taels may indeed have come from the Wang family."

"You understand clearly."

"Because this business was originally contacted by me. At that time, the Maritime Silk Road had just opened, and there were many concerns among the government and the public, so I thought of taking the lead in setting up a caravan as an example - I also truthfully stated this last year.

Play on this note."

After being reminded by Jiao Shun, Emperor Longyuan thought about it carefully, and it seemed that such a thing was indeed happening. He then slumped back softly, and half of his face softened a lot.

After all, he didn't expect Jiao Shun to be a selfless and sincere gentleman. It didn't matter if he cared about his old master. As long as he didn't secretly give and receive things without telling himself, then this was not a demerit, but a plus.

"Get flat."

He raised his hand slightly again, waited for Jiao Shun to get up from the ground, and then asked: "In your opinion, do you want me to use the harboring case to show favor to the virtuous concubine?"

Although Jiao Shun stood up, his attitude became more humble: "Since I have selfish motives, I really dare not say anything false - whether to show kindness or not, and how to show kindness, are all in the mind of Your Majesty."

"Ha~"

Emperor Longyuan chuckled, then suddenly lowered his face and asked: "Then what if I want you to identify me in court and prove the crime of harboring me?"

Did the emperor like to be surprised like this before?

Or is it a new skill learned after being paralyzed?

Jiao Shun secretly complained and said without hesitation: "I should obey the holy will! However, I will do my best afterwards to pray for His Majesty's extra mercy and mercy on Jia and Wang family."

This answer and his unswerving attitude obviously made Emperor Longyuan very satisfied, and his expression softened a lot at that moment, thinking that if Jiao Shun could always accompany him in front of him, he would not have to worry about the affairs of the harem.

But this is definitely just a delusion, unless Jiao Shun is willing to change his job and become a eunuch.

But if Mr. Jiao really wants to become an eunuch, Emperor Longyuan may not be able to trust him. After all, historical experience has proven that the most powerful eunuchs who bully orphans and widowed mothers are often the eunuchs who are in power.

If not, how could he skip the option of eunuchs assisting the government and directly consider participating in the harem?

After skipping this section, Emperor Longyuan asked about Prince Yao's performance during today's lecture. When he heard that Prince Yao had watched the melodrama arranged by Jiao Shun in advance, Emperor Longyuan couldn't help laughing.

It touched my heart and I couldn't stop coughing.

Seeing this, Jiao Shun hurriedly called Concubine Wu, Dai Quan and others from outside the palace.

A lot of hustle and bustle.

Emperor Longyuan finally stopped coughing, waved his hand for Concubine Wu to step aside, and said, "I'm fine. If the scene reappears, I'll call you when I have time to have a look... cough cough~"

As he spoke, he couldn't help but cough twice.

"His Majesty."

Dai Quan hurriedly advised: "The dragon body is important, so why not ask Mr. Jiao to retreat temporarily."

Emperor Longyuan also felt that he was really tired, so he raised his chin at Jiao Shun and said, "Please go away, my dear. Now that the second batch of engineering students are about to graduate, you must pay attention to this matter and make sure nothing goes wrong."

"Your Majesty, please retire after receiving the order."

When Jiao Shun heard this, he bowed and walked back out.

After he left, Concubine Wu, Dai Quan and others helped the emperor back to lie down behind the curtain.

However, although the emperor was tired, he was not very sleepy. He stared at the tent ceiling with one eye for a long time, and then suddenly ordered: "Go and invite the queen to come over."

Concubine Wu agreed, but she couldn't help but secretly feel sad in her heart. She thought that was enough in the past, but now her son is about to enter the East Palace. But when our emperor has any big or small matters, should he only discuss it with the queen?

But she didn't dare to show it, but she was looking forward to the day when her son would ascend the throne.

Not long after, the queen was invited to the palace.

As expected, Concubine Wu was driven out of the palace together with Dai Quan.

Just when she was full of complaints, she saw Concubine Rong coming forward to greet her with a smile on her face. Although Concubine Wu didn't like her foxiness, she could not reach out to hit the smiling person, so she returned the gift pretending to be affectionate and asked with a smile: "Rong.

Where did my sister come from?"

As he said this, he unconsciously poked the other person's chest.

"I was just at Chuxiu Palace."

But I heard Concubine Rong reply: "I was just chatting with the queen about my daily life. I don't want your majesty to send someone to invite you. My sister is on duty today. Do you know why?"

"I only took care of His Majesty's dragon body, and I didn't pay attention to the others."

Concubine Wu waved her hand calmly, and then said: "But just now Master Jiao was summoned to attend the Gongxue Jiujiu Festival, and I don't know what important matter we discussed with His Majesty."

"Master Jiao?"

Concubine Rong's eyes flashed slightly. She had been making some insinuations in Chuxiu Palace recently, and she had determined that there must be some secrets related to Jiao Shun in the box. However, the box was locked, and she couldn't think of a way to pry at the moment.

Now that I heard that Jiao Shun had been summoned again, I felt as if a hundred claws were scratching my heart. I couldn't help but sigh: "Your Majesty really loves Master Jiao in every possible way. I'm afraid even I can't catch up with him."

Concubine Wu gave her a sideways look and thought to herself that you are a charming person who only relies on your appearance to serve others. Now that His Majesty is in pain and has no sword to fight with, isn't it natural that he will fall out of favor?

In fact, Concubine Wu was also a model of Israeli servants in her early years, but now that she is in an invincible position relying on her son, she naturally refuses to regard Concubine Rong as a peer.

The two of them chatted for a while with their own thoughts. Suddenly, they saw the queen walking out of the palace with a face full of joy. They both hurriedly stepped forward to greet her.

The queen returned the gift, but did not bother to greet the two of them. Instead, she directly said to the maid on the side: "Quickly, go to Jingren Palace Yuyun Garden to ask the virtuous concubine to come, and say that it is summoned by your majesty!"

Before she finished speaking, Concubine Wu and Concubine Rong's faces changed color.

Needless to say, Concubine Rong has always been at odds with Jia Yuanchun.

As for Concubine Wu, she was ashamed and annoyed that the emperor would rather find his lost favorite Jia Yuanchun than reveal his feelings to her.

but……

Jia Yuanchun has been left out in the cold for more than a day or two. Why is the emperor suddenly willing to see her?

Concubine Wu and Concubine Rong looked at each other, and then thought of someone at the same time.

Concubine Rong couldn't help but murmured in a low voice: "Your Majesty really loves Master Jiao in every possible way. As expected, even we can't match him."
Chapter completed!