Chapter 445: The Irritated Caged Bird
In the evening, when the lanterns came on, Shangshu Sheng was still working overtime.
The three highest officials of Shangshu Province, Shangshu Ling, Zuo Pushe, and You Pushe, were all present, and their faces were serious, so no one dared to be lazy.
The six ministers of Libu, Dianzhong, Wubing, Tiancao, Duzhi, and Zuomin are also there. Although they don't do anything for most of them, the big leaders haven't left. How can they leave? Just wait and see - during the reign of the late Emperor, the Youmin Cao was once established, but was later abolished. The Shangshu Province was still limited to the above-mentioned six Cao, which was the prototype of the six bureaus in later generations.
Rhythmic footsteps sounded outside the government office. Not long after, Le Zhao arrived with several of his disciples, the provincial minister Shi.
"Hong Mao is here." Minister Yu Min stood up, greeted him with a smile, and asked: "How? Disapprove or approve?"
"Approval." Le Zhao replied, and then He also smiled bitterly and said: "Why do you want to tease me? Your Majesty is reporting to me, and the Taiwei and Sikong are closely related to each other. How can I dare to criticize you?"
The Shizhong is the chief official of the Province, with six members in total. , is a close official of the emperor, involved in secrets, and in charge of advisers to deal with it.
Chen Jungong Shao Xun asked for credit for his subordinates and made a fuss. However, after the fuss was over, the court officials found that the Yuyan nobles did not resist. As the saying goes, the emperor is not in a hurry and the eunuchs are, so they still made a fuss!
As a result, Wang Yan hinted that the Shangshu Province, which has certain decision-making power, immediately drew up a list according to Shao Xun's request, and pretended to follow the official selection standards, and finally used the central election method to give a total of fifty The rest were awarded official positions ranging from seventh to ninth rank.
After the list of requests for merit was drawn up, Shangshu ordered Yu Min to submit the memorial in person.
The emperor summoned his ministers to discuss the matter. In the end, the ministers all said "yes" and the matter was settled.
The Menxia Province has the power to "Ping Shangshu's memorials", that is, to review the memorials of the Shangshu Province, and if it does not agree, it will be rejected.
Of course, the Shangshu Province also has the power of "appeal", leaving it to the emperor to make a decision.
The ministers had no intention of rejecting Chen Gong's request for merit. The other ministers completely gave up on the matter and handed it over to the new minister Lu Zhi, so the matter was settled.
"In this way, we can hand it over to His Majesty for sealing." Yu Min didn't wait any longer and said directly.
They are still in the palace city, and the city gate has been locked. But it doesn't matter. The Taiwei is taking care of Chen Gong's affairs. The subordinates and Zhongshu and the Second Province are busy with work. The general in the palace is waiting outside with the palace door key.
What a rare high efficiency.
Mr. Chen has been waiting for a month. No one bets whether he will go crazy if he waits any longer.
So, Yu Min and Le Zhao took several assistant officials and more than ten officials and officials directly to Tai Chi Hall.
Well, although it is already night, the emperor usually does not go to Zhaoyang Palace to favor his concubines.
He either works until late, listens to music, reads books, or fishes. In short, he has endless things to do every day. He just doesn’t go to the harem to create people, so that Prince Sima Quan always comes from others. Adopted.
After the two arrived at Taiji Hall, they learned that the emperor had just left for Zhaoyang Hall.
The two of them looked at each other, it was impossible, right?
So he went to Zhaoyang Palace again and learned that the emperor and empress had gone to the Yuntai of the mausoleum at night.
Lingyuntai is located in the north of Ganoderma Pond and is the tallest building in the palace city.
Since its completion during the Cao Wei period, emperors of all dynasties have liked to climb up to this stage and overlook Luoyang while drinking. It is actually a good place to appreciate the city's scenery.
At this time, the emperor was sitting in the attic on the highest floor, and Queen Liang Lanbi was carefully serving wine and food.
"Your grandfather is also useless." Sima Chi said angrily: "It's been so long, and even Du Tao's rebellion can't be quelled, how can I move the capital?"
Liang Lanbi didn't I understand military affairs, but I don’t know what’s going on over there in Jingzhou. Maybe her father really wasn't good enough, but the emperor's words still made her sad.
So the service became more diligent and cautious.
Sima Chi felt guilty for a moment, but it was only for a moment.
In recent years, he has become increasingly unable to control his temper.
He couldn't kill the minister.
He could not destroy the Huns.
He couldn't get rid of the traitor.
He couldn't even maintain the expenses that the emperor should have.
He didn’t know who to vent to.
Only the queen, scolding her or even beating her, she can only cry, and continue to care about him after crying.
At first, I was worried that she would cry to her family, but later I realized that I had overthought it. This stupid woman was actually worried that her father would have a bad impression of the emperor, so she swallowed her grievance silently - at this moment, a feudal lord The officials may really not have much respect for the emperor.
The south wind blew, and the queen's hair was gently brushed up on her forehead, revealing her reddish eyes. Perhaps she was afraid of being discovered by the emperor, so she quietly avoided it, forced out a smile, and said: "Your Majesty, the night breeze is a bit cold, it's time to go back and rest."
Sima Chi sneered disdainfully and looked up at the stars.
The night sky is extremely clear, and the stars and moon hang low, as if you can reach out and pick them up.
It would be great if I could fly into the sky, break out of this prison, and go to Chang'an, Xiangyang, Jianye or other places. Even if there are risks, it is better than staying in Luoyang.
The whole court is full of traitors!
His ambitions were difficult to realize, and no one understood his anxiety, leaving him alone.
Sometimes I wonder how many years there will be in the Jin Dynasty.
Sometimes I even fear whether he will become the king of subjugation.
It is said that the king of a subjugated country makes many foolish moves, but it is precisely because he has seen the final outcome and understands that it is a dead end if he doesn't give in, so why not give it a try, what if a miracle happens?
He looked down on people like Emperor Xian of the Han Dynasty who were as honest as quails.
Knowing that the Cao family would eventually usurp the throne, but they could only play tricks such as clothing and belt edicts, and did not dare to fall out with powerful officials with real swords and swords, wouldn't they still lose their country in the end?
But he was a little confused.
Are there powerful ministers in Luoyang City? It seems there really isn't. There is not even a tyrant who can control the situation from afar.
The man in Xuchang didn't care about the court at all, as if he was mocking him silently: Look, I am too lazy to clean the court, but the courtiers still don't take you seriously. What a beast! Sima Chi slapped the table, and wine overflowed.
"Your Majesty!" Liang Lanbi looked at him worriedly.
"Shao Xun looks down on me, the court officials look down on me, do you look down on me too?" Sima Chi glared at the queen and asked.
The queen covered her mouth and sobbed silently.
Some palace servants came in a hurry, lowered their heads and did not dare to look more. They only reported: "The minister ordered Yu Min to ask Shi Zhonglezhao to come to the throne."
Sima Chi First he was stunned, then furious.
It's so late and he hasn't left Miyagi yet, so he obviously plans to work all night.
When did you become so diligent?
Are you so eager to flatter your new owner?
No, what kind of new owner is Shao Xun? He doesn't deserve it.
Which one of Qi Wang Ji, Changsha Wang Yi, Chengdu Wang Ying, and Donghai Wang Yue is not stronger than him? Who is not more famous than him?
Sima Chi’s expression changed for a long time.
Liang Lanbi looked at him worriedly.
Sima Chi snorted coldly and said: "Let them come up."
The palace people took the order and left.
After a while, the two of them stepped onto the high platform one after another and bowed to salute.
Sima Chi was too lazy to get up and return the salute - according to the system, Shangshu Ling was already a high-ranking official at the level of prime minister. When the emperor was doing something, he was called to "sit down and discuss the Tao". After the salute was completed, the emperor had to return the salute.
Yu Min seemed not to notice the lack of etiquette of the emperor, and only said: "Your Majesty, the list of newly promoted officials has been drawn up, a total of fifty-three people, and they are——"
" That's enough." Sima Chi waved his hands impatiently and said, "Yu Qing is Chen Gong's elder. I must be doing his best. I have nothing to say."
This was a strange statement, but Yu Min's face was full of anger. There was no change in his expression, he just sighed slightly and said: "Since your Majesty has granted permission, I will now find someone to take care of it."
To be honest, seeing the emperor's appearance, he was a little bit Emotional and even pitiful.
He is the emperor after all. It is understandable that anyone else who would be in the current situation would be angry and even act wrongly.
But he just sighed.
I can’t go back!
The Yu family has boarded the boat of Chen Gong and will no longer be trusted by the emperor. There is no way back.
Yu Min bowed again, and when he was about to leave, he heard the emperor's voice again: "Yesterday, the Taiwei came here and advised me to take into account the overall situation. Haha, don't I think about the overall situation?"
"I heard that those who have obtained the sacred artifacts should be offered a big sacrifice to bring peace to all living beings." Yu Min said: "Mr. Chen cleansed away the evil atmosphere and cleared up the inner world. In fact, God showed his love and the ancestral temple sent down the spirit. Therefore, he promoted civil and military power and used merit in battle. If the victory is achieved, the name of the city will be secured, and your majesty will be safe. The soldiers under Chen Gong's tent are all selected at the moment. If the big banner is pointed out, the Huns will be defeated. Such brave warriors should be rewarded to show God's favor. "
Sima Chi wanted to sneer again.
But after thinking about it for a while, he felt it was boring, so he waved his hand in frustration: "Queen, retreat quickly."
Yu Min bowed again, bowed and retreated.
Lingyuntai became quiet again.
Yesterday, news came from Heyang: The Xiongnu had gathered tens of thousands more troops and seemed to be attacking the North City, which had been built.
Perhaps, this is the main reason why the courtiers were frightened and tried every means to appease Shao Xun.
Sima Chi frowned and thought, his eyes rolling around.
After a while, he looked at Queen Liang and remained silent for a long time.
Liang Lanbi didn’t know why.
Now she no longer thinks that His Majesty loves her. People will wake up after being beaten and scolded too much.
"Xiongnu..." Sima Chi muttered something, undecided.
“Come here.” Sima Chi waved.
Queen Liang took a few steps closer.
“Get closer!” Sima Chi pulled Liang Lanbi’s hand hard and said angrily.
Liang Lanbi’s arm hurt from being scratched, but she did not dare to shout out, and just looked at the emperor with tears in her eyes.
“I heard that you are obsessed with pagoda recently?” Sima Chi asked.
Liang Lanbi wanted to nod, but didn't dare.
“Stupid woman!” Sima Chi cursed.
Why is a person who used to be quite spiritual now so timid?
But now is not the time to dwell on this. He looked around and said in a low voice: "In a few days, you will go out of the palace to worship the Buddha - go far away, the Buddhist temple in Luoyang is too eye-catching. By then, you can find a few confidants who can be trusted. People, go to Wancheng, Xiangyang and Jianye..."
After hearing this, Liang Lanbi turned pale.
She looked at the emperor and said in a pleading tone: "Please take back your life."
Sima Chi looked at her coldly.
Liang Lanbi did not dare to look at him and lowered her head.
"Let's do it like this." Sima Chi couldn't tolerate her refusal and ordered directly.
Shao Xun promoted more than fifty generals in one breath, and his ambition was clearly revealed. Waiting any longer will be the same as death
(End of this chapter)