Invincible son

Chapter 477 Chapter 476 [Ning Zhong's Death]

"stand up."

Emperor Kaiping said calmly.

The eldest prince was stunned for a moment, he naturally didn't dare to disobey, and stood up a little nervously, but he didn't notice the flash of joy in his mother and concubine's eyes.

Emperor Kaiping looked at the light red mark on his forehead, and snorted softly: "If Pei Yue hadn't known the general situation and only reported this matter to me in a secret way, I would still be kept in the dark by you, a rebellious son." Previously, Qibao Pavilion used you to occupy Pei Yue's property, and you sent the generals of the royal family to follow and assassinate him. Instead of holding grudges against you, they covered up this scandal for you. Do you know what to do in the future?"

The eldest prince hurriedly said respectfully: "Father, after Pei Yue returns to the capital, I will take the initiative to apologize to him."

Emperor Kaiping finally became angry, but after seeing Concubine Wu's pleading eyes, he concealed some words, waved his hands and said, "You two step back for now, and you will join me in the Zhengdan Dynasty later."

The second prince's heart skipped a beat, and his expression was slightly unnatural.

He just thought that his father hated the boss, and the boulder that had been pressing on his heart for a long time finally loosened a bit, but before the joyful mood settled, the other party suddenly had the opportunity to participate in the Zhengdan Dynasty with him.This made him completely unable to understand his father's thoughts, whether he wanted to drive the boss into the bottom of the valley, or find a whetstone for himself?
Empress Chen remained calm and did not give any hints or reminders to the second prince.

After the two left the main hall, Emperor Kaiping seemed to suddenly think of the queen beside him, and said with emotion: "The second brother is much more sensible than his elder brother, and this is all due to the queen."

Empress Chen bowed slightly, and said with a smile: "Your Majesty taught me well, and my concubines dare not take credit for it. However, although the eldest prince did some things wrong, it was only on the spur of the moment. His heart is still very good. Your Majesty must not get angry because of this."

Emperor Kaiping nodded, then looked at Concubine Wu Gui and said, "Sit down first, I just mentioned the eldest concubine, could it be that you already have a woman in your fancy?"

Concubine Wu sat down after thanking her, shook her head and said: "Your Majesty didn't nod, how dare the concubine make decisions without authorization? It's just that Xian'er is not young, and the Xu family didn't give birth to a prince before, and he is the eldest brother. The position of the princess is empty. The concubine wants to ask His Majesty for an order to find a good concubine for him in various mansions in central Beijing."

Emperor Kaiping pondered, "What do you think the queen wants?"

Empress Chen smiled and said: "Your Majesty, the concubine feels that what the concubine said is true, why not let her handle the matter, draw up a list first, and then ask Your Majesty to make a decision."

Emperor Kaiping nodded and said, "Good."

After chatting for a while, Emperor Kaiping got up and drove, and took the two princes to Chengtian Hall, one of the three halls.

The Zhengdan Dynasty is extremely solemn, and it takes the meaning of "meeting in spring means court, seeing in summer means Zong, seeing in autumn means worshiping, and seeing in winter means meeting".It is held on the Zhengdan day every year, and the specifications are extremely high. It is necessary to display halogen books, guards of honor, and great music, and to set up correctional ceremonies, censors, and pickets.The civil and military officials are organized according to their grades, and the thirteen prefectures advance to play the officials and implement the prescriptions.When the time came, the emperor ascended his seat, drums and music rang together, and all the officials knelt down to congratulate him, and saluted like a ritual.

This year's Zhengdan Dynasty is even more grand, because the victory memorial written by Tang Youzhi, Marquis of Ji Ning himself, was sent to Kyoto on the 28th of the previous year. The victory in the western border killed more than 13 Wu troops. After this battle, the national strength of Western Wu was greatly damaged. At least 20 During the years, there was no ability to invade the border of Daliang.

When the army returns to Kyoto with the spoils, a grand ceremony will be held at that time. Emperor Kaiping will personally go to the Taimiao to offer sacrifices to heaven and comfort the spirits of the ancestors.

The Great Dynasty is just a grand and lengthy ceremony, and it is lackluster. Fortunately, all the courtiers can receive a reward after the meeting.

This court meeting was very special for many important ministers. The impact brought by the great victory in the western region had not yet been digested. Emperor Kaiping led the two princes to appear and asked them to serve as his deputy to preside over the entire ceremony. ponder.

At the first moment of Shenshi, the Zhengdan Dynasty, which lasted for four hours, finally came to an end. Most of the courtiers were finally able to receive their rewards, and then went home to rest, but the important ministers with six ministers and above could not leave. Discuss political affairs.

This was not the case in previous years. Although Emperor Kaiping was diligent, he would not be so strict. After all, he was still on annual leave.

But this year's situation is special. Before the army from the western region returns to Beijing, one thing must be agreed upon.

In Tang Youzhi's memorial to the victory, in addition to describing the beginning and end of the battle in detail, there is also an extremely long list attached, which is the ministers who have made contributions in this war.

The court needs to decide how to reward these heroes as soon as possible.

The atmosphere in the hall was completely different from the previous Great Court Meeting, a little dull and serious.

Heroes will naturally be rewarded, but how to reward is an extremely complicated issue, and everyone has their own calculations in their hearts.

Emperor Kaiping looked at one of the six ministers with stern eyes, and asked calmly: "Liu Qing, you are the Minister of the Ministry of War. The Ministry of War's examination department should draw up a rough charter for this matter."

Liu Daxia, Shangshu of the Ministry of War, was old but tough, and when he heard the words, he came out of the class and said: "Your Majesty, I don't understand something."

Emperor Kaiping said: "Speak."

Liu Daxia said in a deep voice: "In the list of meritorious officials written by the Marquis of Ning, Zhongshanzi Pei Yue ranks first. I think this is inappropriate."

Emperor Kaiping asked, "What's wrong?"

Liu Daxia suppressed his anger and said: "I don't want to deny Pei Yue's contribution in the battle of the western border, but as the commander of the Tibetan front guard, he didn't follow the order of the commander of the western army first, and killed Wuwei Hou Ningzhong arbitrarily." , such a behavior regards the court's law as nothing, how can it be summed up in one word?"

Emperor Kaiping frowned slightly, and said slowly: "So what do you think?"

Liu Daxia hesitated for a moment, he wanted to say that Pei Yue should be imprisoned for questioning, but the scene of the court meeting last year was vivid in his memory, everyone knew that the emperor valued that young man very much, and this time he made such a great contribution, if he Forcibly targeting him may anger the emperor.

Just when he was hesitating, an old man who hadn't appeared in the court for a long time came out of work. His beard and hair were all gray, and his figure was hunched. It seemed that he didn't have much time left. I frowned.

This old man's name is Huang Rentai, he is the doctor of Yushitai Yushi, and he is a veteran of Mo Haoli's generation.

After Huang Rentai coughed twice, he cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty, the old minister thinks that Pei Yue should be deposed as commander temporarily, and ordered the Ministry of Punishments to escort him back to the capital for trial."

The ministers were in an uproar.

Luo Ting said coldly: "Master Huang, Pei Yue has made great contributions to the imperial court. Without him, there would be no great victory in the western region. Such behavior may chill the hearts of millions of soldiers in Daliang."

Huang Rentai met the scrutinizing eyes of Emperor Kaiping, and said calmly: "Your Majesty, Ning Zhong is a third-class prince, how can we let Pei Yue kill him at will?"

Emperor Kaiping said noncommittally: "Tang Youzhi has written the whole story in the memorial."

Huang Rentai nodded and said: "The old minister understands, but has Ning Zhong betrayed the country and turned to the enemy? Is there any real evidence? If Pei Yue can decapitate him just because he is unfavorable in combat, then what's the use of the Ministry of Punishment? What's the use of the Yushitai?" What's the use? From now on, as long as the old minister feels that any adult is not doing his best, he can kill him with a knife?"

The whole hall was silent, even Luo Ting couldn't argue.

Huang Rentai sighed softly, and said slowly: "The old minister didn't want to say such disappointing things. Since His Majesty values ​​this young man, he should let him know what laws and rules are. He is still very young, so he doesn't care about these things at this time." , Don’t let him do what he wants all the way? Your Majesty, even if you don’t take him down, don’t remove him from the position of commander, you should clearly order him to return to Beijing with his own soldiers in advance, and explain this matter clearly in the court .”

Emperor Kaiping quietly looked at the old minister with white beard and hair, looked at his firm and unquestionable expression, and finally nodded after a long silence.

"That's right."

(End of this chapter)