roccoschili Chapter 133 Flipping the Card in Public
Chapter 133 Flipping the Card in Public
Yan Yunzheng usually reviews memorials and has dealt with all the matters that need to be dealt with. This grand court meeting is mainly to discuss some unresolved issues.
However, for some unknown reason, Yan Yunzheng did not explain the military merit system in detail, and instead asked about the implementation of the new policy.
Chen Dong looked at his nose and then at his mouth, motionless like a clay sculpture or a wooden carving.
Everyone cursed in their hearts, but had to bite the bullet and praise the Jinyiwei for their intelligence and ability, and praised the new policy for making Dayan prosperous again.
Create the "Taiyuan" prosperous era.
Yan Yunzheng got goose bumps after hearing these waves of flattery.
"Okay, as for the praises, wait until you have read these memorials before you speak." Yan Yunzheng said with a serious face.
The memorials impeaching Chen Dong and criticizing the Jinyiwei's atrocities piled up higher than a person's arm.
A group of ministers looked at each other in bewilderment as they read the memorials.
Cao Ning was the first to speak: "This is simply nonsense! The new policy is a great thing that benefits the country and the people, and it must be implemented! Anyone who blocks the implementation of the new policy is treason! The Jinyiwei monitors the whole world, and those who are treasonous can be executed first and then reported! Those who submitted memorials should be strictly investigated!"
Zheng Chong also had a righteous look on his face, "Minister Cao is right. This kind of treacherous villain should be investigated strictly!"
Everyone looked disgusted; these two people almost had the word "loyal dog" written on their faces.
"What does the Censorate want to say?" Yan Yunzheng asked.
"Eunuch Chen has worked tirelessly for the new policy, but instead he is being criticized. This is simply outrageous! I agree with what Minister Cao and Minister Zheng said!" The new censor Wu Wang said loudly.
Chen Dong raised his eyelids and gave Wu Wang an admiring look.
This is the model of a censor.
He eats the emperor's salary, but slanders the emperor. Shouldn't such an imperial censor be removed from office and kept for the New Year? Or is Wu Wang more likely to be promoted?
All the ministers were stunned.
Didn't the Censorate always have a problem with Chen Dong? Why did they praise Chen Dong this time?
They became scared after being bullied by a few people. The Censorate is a bunch of people who bully the weak and fear the strong!
The ministers looked at Wu Wang with deep contempt.
"What does anyone else want to say?" Yan Yunzheng asked.
"What the three adults said is very correct. We have nothing to say."
"That's right! Eunuch Chen has worked hard for Dayan and shouldn't be slandered. Those people should be investigated severely!"
"If the Royal Guards are short of manpower, the Ministry of Justice can help. The Dali Temple is full of top interrogators."
"Your Majesty, please order a thorough investigation."
Yan Yunzheng glanced at Chen Dong with a strange expression.
He didn't say a word, but the court officials vied to speak for him. Could this court be renamed Chen?
Yan Yunzheng's face darkened, and he said calmly: "Wu Wang, as an imperial censor, you have the right to report on things. Since so many people have impeached Xiao Dongzi, your Imperial Censorate should also come up with a set of rules to reassure the officials."
Wu Wang glanced at Chen Dong, and cold sweat instantly flowed down his forehead.
He swallowed and whispered, "The Censorate will investigate this matter carefully and give Eunuch Chen an explanation."
Chen Dong said expressionlessly: "You are wrong. You should give an explanation to the people of the world."
Wu Wang quickly said yes and lowered his head deeply.
Yan Yunzheng glanced at the spineless man and wanted to slap him twice.
Chen Dong reminded: "Your Majesty, the imperial examination."
Yan Yunzheng nodded and asked, "Master Yang, have you finished grading the imperial examination papers?"
“Your Majesty, the examination papers in Yanjing City have been graded. The other eight states are far away, so it will take some time for the examination papers to be delivered.” Yang Ge Lao bowed.
Yan Yunzheng nodded gently. "Although the imperial examination fraud has been proven to be a fabrication, the people attach great importance to this imperial examination and have been watching the results. All states must publish the admission results as soon as possible, and publish the scores and test papers together."
Yang Ge Lao responded: "Such a fair, just and open move will surely be deeply loved by the people. I will make proper arrangements to make the students in various states sincerely convinced."
"The Northern Expedition is imminent, and I am in urgent need of talents. Let's arrange the re-examination one month later." Yan Yunzheng said.
"As you wish." said Lord Yang.
"What's the disaster situation in Yongzhou?" Yan Yunzheng asked again.
"The disaster has been contained, thanks to your majesty's method of mixing sand, the relief grain can be delivered to the people. With the autumn harvest, the people of Yongzhou will be able to survive this crisis."
Yan Yunzheng warned: "Don't be careless, the Ministry of Revenue should keep a close eye on Yongzhou. If there is a shortage of food, immediately arrange for other states to send relief grain."
"According to the order!"
Seeing that Yan Yunzheng had no other questions, Chen Dong coughed lightly and said, "If you have something to say, please report it. If not, please leave the court."
"I have a report to make." The Minister of Rites stepped out and said solemnly, "Your Majesty is in the prime of life. You should give birth to a son as soon as possible to stabilize the foundation of the country."
"Now, only the Queen and Concubine Xiao are favored by His Majesty in the harem, but there is no sign of pregnancy between the two. Your Majesty should immediately favor other concubines and give birth to a prince."
Yan Yunzheng's face instantly turned red. How could she give birth to a dragon? He subconsciously glanced at Chen Dong, only to see that bastard's eyes glowing green, rubbing his hands excitedly.
"I will consider this matter." Yan Yunzheng said perfunctorily.
The Minister of Rites insisted, "There are three unfilial acts, and the worst is not having an heir. Your Majesty's heirs are not only related to your Majesty, but also to the millions of people in Dayan. Your Majesty, please consider the interests of the country!"
"I think Concubine Li Shu is virtuous and kind, and her offspring will surely be as wise as Your Majesty."
Yan Yunzheng's mouth twitched. This old guy is too shameless. Who doesn't know that Concubine Li Shu is his niece?
All the civil and military officials in the court were deeply inspired, as if the door to a new world had been opened.
"I think Concubine Cao Shu is not bad either." Concubine Cao Shu is Cao Ning's second daughter.
"I think Zheng Zhaoyi is a good child to raise, Your Majesty should seriously consider it." Zheng Zhaoyi is Zheng Chong's niece.
"I think..."
The quiet and solemn meeting hall was like a vegetable market at this moment.
The corners of Yan Yunzheng's mouth twitched wildly, and he wished he could slap each of these people in the face.
"My Lords, please stop arguing." Chen Dong shouted.
As soon as he spoke, everyone fell silent.
Chen Dong smiled and said, "You are indeed the loyal ministers of Dayan, and you always consider Dayan. However, Your Majesty is only one person, and there are so many concubines in the harem. Your Majesty is also in a dilemma!"
Everyone looked at each other.
Yan Yunzheng said unhappily: "I know you have a lot of tricks up your sleeve, just speak up if you have something to say, don't hide it!"
"It's simple to say - flip the cards!" said Chen Dong.
"What does flipping the cards mean?" asked the Minister of Rites in confusion.
"It's simple. Let me demonstrate it to you, gentlemen." Chen Dong said.
He asked someone to bring a dozen wooden signs, each with a person's name engraved on the back.
The wooden signs were shuffled and placed on a tray. Chen Dong picked up a wooden sign and flipped it over. There were three words engraved on the sign - Concubine Xiao.
Chen Dong smiled and said, "So, the concubine that His Majesty wants to favor tonight is Concubine Xiao!"