Chapter 807 Extra Changes (2)
After the emperor announced his decision, he walked away.
A group of officials with complicated expressions were left behind.
The officials did not dare to compete with Her Majesty the Empress, and when they were angry and dissatisfied, they all turned against Dong Shangshu. Dong Shangshu was surrounded by people from three floors inside and three outside, asking for an explanation from Dong Shangshu.
Dong Shangshu is worthy of being a loyal minister of Her Majesty the Empress. Even though he was surrounded by his colleagues and subordinates, he did not relent or bow his head. He even said forcefully: "Why are you all so anxious that your faces are red and your necks are thick?"
"Are you afraid that your children and grandchildren will fail to live up to expectations and that in the future they will not be able to compete with a young man with a mud-legged background?"
"The emperor wants to enlighten the people's wisdom and set up schools to make all the children in Daliang literate. This is a good thing that will benefit all the people in Daliang. How many of them can really pass the imperial examination? What's bothering you? Are you here? Is this a pointless objection? ”
"There is also the matter of selecting talents from various disciplines. Daliang has a vast territory and needs all kinds of talents. In fact, there are such people in government offices everywhere, but they do not have a formal constitution and background. Now the emperor has given these people the opportunity to let them You can also take the official qualification exam. What does this mean for you?”
"You yourself have high positions and high salaries, so why don't you see another way out for the disadvantaged?"
"Bah! Go back one by one and take a mirror to look at your greedy, selfish and greedy faces. You don't have the nerve to argue with me here."
Dong Shangshu is really powerful. He insists on occupying the moral high ground and single-handedly repelled all accusations.
However, this also made Dong Shangshu's popularity completely bad. Everyone walked around Dong Mansion. Most of the greeting cards from the Dong Mansion were missing.
His colleagues spoke strangely to Dong Shangshu, and the subordinates of the Ministry of Rites were also dissatisfied with Dong Shangshu. They did not dare to resist openly and took their time in doing things.
Her Majesty the Empress specially summoned Dong Shangshu into the palace and comforted her with gentle words: "Dong Shangshu has brought a bad name on my behalf. The ministers did not dare to openly say my fault, so they all came to accuse Dong Shangshu. Dong Shangshu has been wronged."< br>
Dong Shangshu, a handsome middle-aged and elderly man who has left behind a handful of beauties, has become very angry due to worry and hard work recently, and he has become much older. Hearing these heart-wrenching words, Dong Shangshu felt hot in his heart and the corners of his eyes were a little sore: "It is natural for me to share the emperor's worries. I am not wronged."
Jiang Shaohua sighed softly: "It is easy to hang around, but it is very difficult to really do something. To be honest with Dong Shangshu, I have long had the idea of renovating the court. But I have only been on the throne for a short time, and the parties in the court are divided. , The ministers all have their own selfish motives. I can only be patient and sort out the court first.”
"I have been on the throne for five years now. I think now is a good time. Dong Shangshu is a person who sincerely shares my worries and works for me. I will remember it in my heart."
"It's okay for everyone to complain, just a few words of criticism. If anyone dares to interfere and delay my implementation of the new policy, Zhang Shangshu will serve as a warning."
Speaking of the last two sentences, the murderous intention was strong.
Dong Shangshu listened and felt at ease. He has chosen a path and is following Her Majesty the Empress. Her Majesty the Empress is decisive in killing, and never shows mercy when it is time to kill. When implementing the New Deal, she must use tough and sharp methods to advance without anyone doubting it.
Those who are unable to keep up with Her Majesty the Empress deserve to be thrown away.
Dong Shangshu calmed down, cupped his hands and said: "Your Majesty, don't worry, I don't mind the hardship, nor do I feel tired. I will go back now, convene a meeting with the Ministry of Rites, discuss the details, and then submit them to the palace."
Jiang Shaohua smiled and nodded, and personally escorted Dong Shangshu out of the Zhaohe Palace.
This kind of honor is also the first time for Dong Shangshu. After five years of being a monarch, he has truly become the emperor's confidant.
Dong Shangshu straightened his back, facing the bright scorching sun, and stepped forward with a high-spirited attitude.
... Not long after Dong Shangshu left, Ji Shangshu came to ask for an audience.
When Lu Zhen came to report, Jiang Shaohua smiled meaningfully: "It seems that Ji Shangshu is completely unable to hold on this time."
Ji Shangshu has always wanted to imitate Dai Shangshu, so that he can become an official with dignity and return to his hometown in glory. Unfortunately, it has never been possible. The emperor was beating and dispatching at the same time. He had worked hard in the past few years and was almost exhausted. The court implemented new policies one after another, and Minister Ji was really helpless in such a whirlpool.
Sure enough, after Ji Shangshu entered the palace, he respectfully handed over the memorial: "Your Majesty, I came to the palace today to see you because I want to resign from the position of Shangshu of the Ministry of Revenue."
"Old minister is really old and lacks energy. The affairs of the Household Department are complicated and of great importance. I dare not slack off every day. In the past year, I have often been unable to eat and sleep, and my hair has fallen out in handfuls. Please show mercy to me, your Majesty. , Rong Chen resigned from the position of minister and chose another capable minister. ”
After saying that, he knelt down. The emperor is determined not to get up if he doesn't agree.
Jiang Shaohua stepped forward, helped Ji Shangshu up with his own hands, and said warmly: "Ji Shangshu, you and I have been kings and ministers for five years. In these five years, you may have made occasional omissions and deficiencies in your duties, but I can see all of them because of your loyalty."
"I don't want to be known as a mean old minister, so I have repeatedly tried to persuade Minister Ji to stay. Now that Minister Ji is determined to retire, I will not stop him."
Hearing these words, Ji Shangshu's eyes turned red.
It’s so difficult!
Who knew, he had been working hard for this moment for two years. Every time a memorial was handed over, the emperor ignored it and tried to persuade him no matter how kindly he said.
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Now I can finally withdraw from the court as I wished.
"Old minister, I would like to thank the emperor for his kindness."
Jiang Shaohua asked with a smile: "After Ji Shangshu leaves, someone must take over the position of Hubu Shangshu. Who does Ji Shangshu think is suitable?"
Do you even need to ask? Feng Changshi has been waiting for five years.
Ji Shangshu cursed in his heart, but did not show it on his face. He thought for a moment and replied: "According to court practice, either a minister will be appointed from the Ministry of Household Affairs, or a suitable person will be transferred to the capital."
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"The veteran minister was bold and recommended to the emperor Feng Changshi of the Nanyang Palace as the Minister of Household Affairs."
Jiang Shaohua thought that the old fox was on the right track, and he wanted to gain some favors before leaving: "I have to consider what Ji Shangshu said."
Ji Shangshu continued to intercede for Feng Shangshu sincerely: "Feng Changshi has been in charge of the Nanyang Palace for more than 20 years. He is shrewd and capable, and everyone knows it. The only thing to worry about is that his previous official position was a little lower. However, , There is also a precedent for this in the court. Prime Minister Chen has been promoted to prime minister several times as a long history."
"The emperor can first transfer Feng Changshi to the capital and serve as acting minister for one year. After Feng Changshi shows up, he can officially be appointed as minister of household affairs. In this way, there will be no gossip in the court."
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Jiang Shaohua smiled slightly: "Ji Shangshu has considered it very carefully. I will discuss this matter with the Prime Minister."
Minister Ji finally relieved himself of his heavy burden and retired with success.
The moment he walked out of the palace gate, Ji Shangshu's steps became much more brisk.