The officials were in an uproar and looked at each other angrily.
They didn't say much about the dismissal of Chen Lin and Kuai Yue. Some people were even thinking, did this mean that Zhuge Ling was going to officially start an open war with Pang Ling? Many ministers who were already dissatisfied with Pang Tong had already made preparations to fight with Pang Tong. Zhuge Liang defeated Pang Tong together and prepared to rule the Han Dynasty. However, at this time, Zhuge Liang suddenly proposed to change the original official system, end the life-long system of official positions, and implement a new retirement pension system.
Upon hearing these words, the officials immediately panicked, some were angry, some were confused, and some were afraid.
They didn't understand why Zhuge Liang proposed such a system. As ministers in the temple, they didn't know how much effort and thought they had spent to sit in this position. How could they be forced to do it again? What about leaving the temple? They really don't understand why Zhuge Liang, as an important minister like them, even approaching the age of sixty-five as he himself said, proposed such a system that is not beneficial to all officials?
Perhaps those lower-level officials would like such a system, because they have no ambition to improve themselves. Instead of continuing to be miserable, they would rather go home and enjoy happiness. But if this system is promoted in temples, it will not be easy for these people who have finally climbed to the top. None of the ministers were willing to support him, not even Liu Yi. Liu Yi was dumbfounded and looked at Zhuge Liang blankly.
Zhuge Liang had already anticipated the expressions of the ministers. He just talked about his proposal indifferently, looked at the emperor, and said no more. Liu Qu was also particularly surprised. He did not know that Zhuge Liang Why did the Duke propose such a system? He was obviously not young himself. Liu Qu frowned and thought for a moment before suddenly realizing. When he looked at Zhuge Liang again, there was more admiration in his eyes. This attitude was once enjoyed only by the father-in-law.
Liu Qu figured it out, but the ministers in the temple did not.
They were extremely angry. If it weren't for Zhuge Liang's status, they would have started to curse. Those who were still supporting Zhuge Liang just now are also extremely angry at this moment. Zhang Fei is one of them. He has already exceeded six At the age of fifteen, if Zhuge Liang's system starts to be implemented, wouldn't he be the first person to go home for retirement? Zhang Fei was angry, and no longer paid attention to the close relationship between Liu Yi and Zhuge Liang, and cursed loudly. .
Also angry is Ma Jun. Ma Jun is not a minister of the Central Government. This is just because he is too busy on weekdays and has no time. But this does not mean that he is willing to retire and return to his hometown. Even Man Chong is the same. These veteran ministers Their status and influence in the temple were not inferior to those of Zhuge Liang. Normally they were just unwilling to fight, but when Zhuge Liang wanted to drive them out of the temple, they couldn't bear it no matter what.
With these people taking the lead, the other ministers naturally did not give up. They followed them and started shouting: "After serving the Han Dynasty for a lifetime, are you going to be kicked out of the temple when you are old and weak? In this way, isn't it to let the talented people go?" Are you heartbroken? Your Majesty is confused!!"
"So what if you are older??? Come on!! You and I have a try!!! See if you can survive one round???"
"I will soon lead the craftsmen to develop something that has been studied for more than thirty years. Why do you want me to go home?"
"Is there anyone in the temple who is more proficient in the law than me?"
Everyone started questioning, and Zhuge Liang looked at them calmly. Even those who were firmly presiding over Zhuge Liang were speechless at this moment. After all, one day, they will also grow old, and this has something to do with themselves. Zhuge Liang suddenly Isolated and helpless in the temple, the power accumulated over decades was gone. Even the prestige was severely challenged.
Is it possible that your husband is old and confused?
With everyone thinking this, Pang Tong looked at Zhuge Liang with some worry. He had known for a long time that this would be the end. Not to mention whether he supported Zhuge Liang's proposal or not, even Zhuge Liang's courage now was worthy of his admiration. He absolutely did not dare. Similarly, he was also very worried about his old friend. He was worried that such a move by Zhuge Liang would completely destroy him. Instead of letting others leave, he let himself leave.
The temple cannot be without Zhuge Liang, Pang Tong knew this very well.
Faced with everyone's doubts, Zhuge Liang said slowly: "Mr. Zhang, are you going to die in your position of supervision? Let Fu Gu serve as your right-hand man for the rest of his life. After more than ten years, Fu Gu will be confused. Taking over your position, what you are doing now will be in vain?" When he asked this question, Zhang Fei was immediately speechless and his face turned red from holding back. He looked at the young man behind him, but his face was still Somewhat reluctant.
The voices of the ministers stopped for a moment. It would be a good thing if Zhang Fei could be driven out of the temple.
Zhuge Liang then looked at Ma Jun. This usually silent old man had a face full of fear at this moment, "Kong... Zhuge Linggong... I really can't leave. I still have many things to do." If I leave, the Gongfu will be destroyed..." Zhuge Liang smiled and then said: "Don't worry, Mr. Ma. I understand that the craftsmen, doctors and even the ministers in the academy will be dismissed after they are dismissed. After completing your duties, you can continue to study, and there are no restrictions in the temple."
After he finished speaking, Ma Jun just breathed a sigh of relief. Taking away his servant was not a big deal, as long as he was not allowed to leave the Gongfu. Even if he was a small craftsman in the Gongfu, he would be satisfied.
Zhuge Liang glanced at Man Chong, but said nothing. What was strange was that Man Chong did not continue to question him. But even so, the dissatisfaction of the temple ministers still did not subside. Zhang Fei glanced at Fu Gu beside him, From the first time he met this young man, he liked this young man very much. Fu Gu was serious about his work, quite perseverant, and could stand up to any injustice. He would be a good successor.
After Zhang Fei took over, he has always adopted the most brutal methods. He wanted to make everyone feel afraid and to make the supervisory platform a kind of intimidation to the ministers. Fu Gu has always been against his approach. With this method, Zhang Fei has been conniving with him, because after he leaves, Fu Gu's rise to power will be very smooth. With himself as a comparison, Fu Gu's methods are a bit excessive, and the officials will not say anything.
He knew that he was getting old, and he didn't care about fame. All he could do was to do more for the big men in his last days, catch more moths, make them fearful, and make the world more fearful. I didn't dare to stretch my hand anywhere else, but now... Zhang Fei shook his head and looked at Man Chong in the distance. Man Chong seemed to have noticed his gaze, but did not respond.
The decisive point of the matter lies in Liu Yi. As the host of the court meeting, Liu Yi occupies the most important position in this proposal. However, Liu Yi's face is also a bit tangled. He is still young. Compared with For the two princes, this system will not affect them. However, Liu Yi also has his own ideas. There are many veterans of the Han Dynasty. If they just send Chen Lin and Kuai Yue away, that's it. But if you send them all away.
Will Guan Yu, the head coach of the Northern Army, also be sent away?
Zhang Liao, the coach of the Southern Army? Will he also return home?
With so many generals in the Confederate Army, do they all have to go home?
Is Zhou Yu who lives overseas also going home?
In three years, the minister ordered Zhuge Liang to return home?
The old ministers of the Han Dynasty are all treasures. It is a pity to lose even one. They are all sent away from the temple. This really makes Liu Yi feel heartbroken. That is to say, the emperor today is Liu Qu. If he is the filial emperor who loves talents as much as his life, , I'm afraid that when Zhuge Liang proposed it just now, he would be so frightened that he fainted. Liu Yi was thinking about this and couldn't make up his mind. Zhuge Liang's idea was not wrong. If there were too many veterans in the temple, not only would they be blocked Later generations will also reduce the ability of the temple.
But if they were all sent away, it would be really hard to let go.
Since Liu Yi did not intervene, the court meeting would naturally become chaotic. The ministers each expressed their own opinions. Zhuge Liang did not have no supporters at all. Many of those close to him did not speak. In this At that time, in fact, not speaking out was already the greatest support for Zhuge Liang. Of course, there were also people who spoke up, such as Cao Zhi. Cao Zhi strongly agreed with Zhuge Liang's approach.
Zhuge Liang didn't speak, so Cao Zhi started to quarrel with the old temple officials. He refused to give in and scolded them so hard that they fainted. But even if the quarrel got like this, no one came to stop their behavior. At this time, in the entire temple, there were no silent veterans. Apart from Zhuge Liang's followers, there was only one Lu Su left. Lu Su came to the temple not long ago.
He never participated in these battles and watched the debate soberly.
The court meeting lasted for more than an hour, and it was still noisy. Liu Yi knew that he had to stand up. He walked out of his position and looked at everyone. The ministers suddenly fell silent, "This court meeting will not be held until now." We can negotiate the result...it's better to just..."
"No need."
Before Liu Yi finished speaking, he was interrupted by someone, but Liu Yi couldn't be angry because the person who interrupted him was the Emperor Liu Qu. For some reason, Liu Qu had already stood up and looked at the person in front of him. Everyone, this was probably the first time Liu Qu took the initiative to participate in the court meeting in recent years. Liu Qu looked at everyone in front of him one by one, and finally his eyes fell on Zhuge Liang, with millions of reluctances in his eyes.
After hesitating for a long time, he said: "According to Zhuge Linggong's report, I know that all the princes have the intention to serve the country, but I cannot see you suffering so much and working so hard. For the sake of the country and the king's affairs, you should also do it." I have some time to enjoy my blessings, so I should take some time off to see the prosperous age of the Han Dynasty... No need to discuss it anymore, I agree."
As soon as Liu Qu said this, the officials started making noise again.
"Your Majesty!! No way!!"
"His Majesty!!"
Everyone shouted, but Liu Qu's eyes gradually became cold, "I say, I agree! Who agrees? Who opposes?"