The devil is coming

Chapter 694 The Grand Court Meeting!
Its daybreak.
The Great Court Meeting is different from the usual Upper Court Meeting. Officials do not have to wait at the gate of the palace before dawn. Instead, it will be arranged in the morning. And because yesterday was a grand banquet in the palace, it was postponed for an hour more humanely than originally. .
Therefore, many officials choose to go to the Yamen first to deal with the things at hand and do some things. Then they estimate that the time is almost up, then they tidy up their official uniforms and go to "catch up".
In fact, some people do not take sides. To put it another way, there are only a small number of people who firmly take sides.
After all, the benefits from dragons are high, but the risks are also high;
There are always many people who will choose to be wise and protect themselves. As for the way to make progress, not everyone has a strong ambition to make progress. No matter when or where, as long as the number of groups reaches a certain number, they will never dawdle. It's alien.
This is also the reason why the backbone of the Liuye Party are basically new officials in the past few years. They have little qualifications and little accumulation. The people in front of them can just hang around, but they generally don't want to.
Furthermore, if the crown prince ascends the throne smoothly and everything goes according to plan, what else is going on?
If they don't pull out the old radishes, how can they remove the pits of these new radishes?
It's better to follow His Highness the Sixth Prince and give it a try!
At the same time, due to the arrangements made by the Sixth Prince in his early years, he was the benefactor of a large number of officials who entered the imperial examination and became official officials. It was only natural that they would seek refuge with him.
Of course, there are a lot of forces on the Prince's side. It seems that they are not as powerful as the Sixth Master's Party, and they are often forced into corners. If His Majesty hadn't personally stepped in to balance the situation several times, the East Palace might have been unstable a long time ago, but In fact, there is actually a large group of "silent majority" in both the government and the public.
They will not run for the prince, nor will they charge for the prince. During the holidays, they can even save on etiquette. Even if they want to be promoted, they are not very motivated, but they hope to maintain the status quo and maintain the court. A stable situation, so if they were forced to take sides, they would still be willing to side with the prince.
"Oh, it's very interesting. It's almost divided into the right wing and the left wing."
Lord Zheng, who was riding on Pixiu, was eating the meat buns that Siniang had made in the morning while listening to the information Sun Ying had collected in the past few days.
The prince is kind and advocates cultivating one's health;
The sixth prince is determined to make progress, and his methods are very similar to those of Emperor Yan back then.
The positions are very antagonistic, and the political directions are also very antagonistic.
"The Marquis's comment is quite appropriate. The two wings of the Kunpeng, which is the same as Dayan, are in each other's presence, but they are opposed to each other, but they are inseparable from each other. It's wonderful, wonderful."
A smart person, even if he has never heard this kind of new word evaluation, can immediately understand it based on the previous text, and can continue to spread:
"This is also the reason why I think His Majesty has been wavering. He seems to be weighing Dayan's future path and which direction it should go."
"This is the disadvantage of having too many sons who are too good." Lord Zheng shook his head, "A man who is full does not know that a man who is hungry is hungry."
"Yes."
When Xue San came back last night, he helped Ji Laoliu bring back a message to him,
He said that the medicine he left in the carriage last time was for children to help with pregnancy. It was very effective and Zheng Fan could use it.
After hearing this message, Lord Zheng,
He cursed directly:
brute!
……
We've arrived at the palace gate.
Sun Ying stayed and did not go in.
Zheng Fan rode Pi Xiu and entered the palace, sitting on Pi Xiu's back under the guidance of a city guarding captain.
"Switched defense?"
After all, he was born in the military. After taking a look inside, Zheng Houye found that his face and equipment were not right.
The original guard of the imperial city seems to be strict, but in fact, it pays more attention to majesty. After all, no matter what time, the probability of the true core of the empire being attacked is still the lowest. The so-called Ouchi bodyguards are inseparable from his own bodyguards in Feiyu uniforms. , good-looking is the first priority, and it must reflect the majesty of the royal family.
However, because Lord Zheng was afraid of death, his bodyguards all chose strong soldiers from the army.
Ping Xihou’s question,
The leading captain did not dare to answer.
How could you talk about the palace defense matters so carelessly?
Can't you ask me in a lower voice or secretly?
but,
No need to wait for an answer.
Because, Zheng Fan saw Lao Si standing in front of him.
The fourth child was dressed in military uniform and stood on the royal road. He did not look mighty or impressive at all, but looked as if his mother had just died.
"Ha...Pfft...Cough..."
Marquis Zheng couldn't hold it back anymore and laughed. Then he looked up at the sky, as if he just realized that the clouds seemed to be particularly noisy today.
The fourth prince stretched out his hand, and the soldiers behind him also raised their swords.
"Please Lord Pingxi, please dismount."
Zheng Fan nodded, turned over and got off the Pixiu.
The fourth child stepped aside and signaled to Marquis Pingxi that he could continue inside.
He is serious and selfless.
The fourth child has figured it out. He is afraid and timid, but there are some things he has to do.
At least, for this generation of Ji family, even the sixth brother, who is almost as smart as a demon, has been manipulated by his father into losing his temper, let alone him.
He won't fight for the position, and he won't fight for that anymore. Today, he will be a selfless goalkeeper.
Don’t take sides or look aside, just do your own thing well and hold your post well.
The rest of the,
Who do you love?
If I have done this and still cannot escape from the whirlpool in the end, then it is really God who wants to kill me, no, it is me who insists on taking my son down there for fear of loneliness.
to make,
Just go,
Old stuff!
Next, when other officials entered, the fourth prince stared at everyone with a cold face, checking everyone's clothes to see if there was anything included.
There were a few petty officials who were not sure what was happening in the limelight. Seeing that the fourth prince suddenly changed their defenses and entered the palace, they thought that a big accident was about to happen. They were not qualified to squeeze into the princeling party or the sixth master's party, so they deliberately offered flattery.
In the history books, it is not a new thing for an emperor to pass the throne to a prince who no one expected in his final years, right?
then,
The fourth prince said coldly to the censor beside him:
"This, this, and this sir, have behaved inappropriately in front of the palace."
The censor saluted and said:
"The lower officer took note."
Mr. Zheng is already walking up the steps now.
stop
Turn around,
Looking back,
There were rows of soldiers and rows of dressed-up beasts that were entering in an orderly manner, symbolizing the operation of the empire;
Suddenly,
There was an indescribable feeling in my heart.
Like a sentimental person, looking at the bamboo forest in autumn.
It happens to be cloudy today and the sky is a bit gray, which suits my mood quite well.
shake your head,
smiled,
Lord Zheng walked into the hall.
Ugh,
It's time to... arrange positions again.
Marquis Zheng had a headache. He had only attended court a few times in total. He was really unfamiliar with some of the etiquette and rules. Fortunately, he did come back after he had reached a sufficient level outside.
Last night at the banquet, a nobleman who was a military lord came up to greet Mr. Zheng very warmly.
Marquis Zheng couldn't remember his last name at all, so he grabbed his arm and responded with great enthusiasm;
Ask if your mother is okay and if your children are okay.
Fortunately, I kept my head clear and didn't ask if I was okay. Honorable Chengjue, if I were still here, would it be his turn to go to court?
This person silently sent Mr. Zheng to the front of the column on the right, then left and walked back to his position.
Marquis Zheng was found in the correct position and smiled inwardly;
Fuck, no one who can stand here and sneak into the court, even if he relies on reincarnation, is simple.
That person had obviously noticed the embarrassment in his steps and deliberately led him.
Marquis Zheng deliberately turned forward again, wanting to take a closer look at that person's appearance. It's good to be such a good person, so remember it.
And then,
The ministers had already entered the palace, and they were still chatting among themselves in low voices.
But Zheng Fan could clearly capture that at this time, some people were obviously absent-minded. In this hall, two heirloom factions, one was preparing to attack, and the other probably knew that they were about to be attacked, and they were all concentrating on preparations.
The rain is about to come and the wind is filling the building;
Good,
Today is definitely going to be extra exciting.
The censor in charge of inspection and a red-robed eunuch came forward for a final inspection.
Everyone knew that it was about to start, so they immediately stopped whispering and stood still.
at last,
The center of the most powerful empire in the East reflects its majesty and sanctity.
At this time, Zhao Jiulang, the prince, and the sixth prince also came in.
Only then did Lord Zheng realize,
I entered early.
As a heavyweight character, I should have come in now, oh, I was negligent, I was negligent.
Zhao Jiulang stood on the left, and Ji Laoliu stood below him.Although he is a prince, Ji Laoliu is the actual and unnamed minister of the Ministry of Revenue. Standing there, it is reasonable.
The prince stood on the platform between the dragon throne and the minister's position. This was truly a place where one person was inferior to ten thousand people.
At this time, many officials paid attention to Zheng Fan's side. They had noticed that there were some empty seats at Pingxi Marquis's place.
Wei Zhonghe let out a long chant,
It broke the atmosphere at this time.
"His Majesty is here!"
All the ministers knelt down, even the prince knelt down.
"Long live my emperor! Long live!"
for a while,
A familiar and majestic voice came from above:
"Aiqing, calm down."
"Thank you!"
Everybody stand up,
then,
in a group,
With a look full of affection and concern, he cast his eyes towards the Ninth Five-Year Supreme Master on the dragon throne!
Your Majesty is sitting on the Dragon Throne,
Sit up straight.
The Sixth Master breathed a sigh of relief in his heart. At this time, the healthier His Majesty is and the more he can persevere, it means everyone has more time and more.
The princeling feels a little bitter in his heart.
At this time,
Emperor Yan's sonorous voice came:
"I have been raised in the back garden for a long time, and I am really a little unfamiliar with government affairs. On the occasion of this great meeting, let's first talk about some important government affairs of various ministries;
Let me, and all of you ministers, have a map in your mind. "
The emperor's aura is so strong.
Marquis Zheng pursed his lips. The emperor's state today doesn't look like he took drugs?
I can imagine,
The prince and Ji Laoliu over there were only more concerned about and worried about Emperor Yan's body than themselves.
Fortunately,
They should be... used to it;
I am used to my father, every time he seems to be dying for a short while, and then suddenly he straightens up again.
unfortunately,
In this hall,
In addition to His Majesty, there was also Wei Zhonghe, who had some vague guesses because he was a Qi Refiner.
No one knows,
This emperor, who seemed to be full of vitality and well restored,
There are only nine days left to live.
At this time,
I was roasted duck a few days ago.
Oh no, it was the old minister of the Ministry of Rites who was so angry with the King of Zhenbei that he fell ill and is now going to court even though he is sick. The most powerful of the six departments is the Ministry of Personnel, but the Ministry of Rites is the most noble.
However, before the boss could speak, Emperor Yan turned his attention to Zheng Fan.
Lord Zheng's place is indeed a bit empty.
In the original place of four people, only Mr. Zheng stood, and the people below did not dare to move up to fill his place.
Emperor Yan said doubtfully:
"Where are King Zhenbei, King Jingnan and Wujiang?"
Wasn't he sent by you to fight the barbarians?
Lord Zheng went out to the queue,
replied:
"In reply to Your Majesty, Prince Jingnan said that he is too lazy to listen to the chatter."
I mean, I'm too lazy to stand here and listen to nonsense.
The old Minister of Rites next to him suddenly felt as if he had been shot by an arrow.
At this moment, the condition worsened again.
The whole hall was silent.
Subsequently,
There is a censor who comes out.
"I join the King of Jingnan to be domineering!"
then,
Other officials were present:
"My minister agrees!"
"My minister agrees!"
The participation here is somewhat formalistic.
Because King Jingnan is the person who can do such a thing.
King Jingnan is domineering,
Oh no,
It would be abnormal if King Jingnan is not domineering!
I won’t mention the stone lions and the imperial envoy. A few days ago, the slogan “Qing Jun Side” was shouted outside the city.
Furthermore, King Jingnan has a withdrawn personality, and even the servants arranged by the Internal Affairs Bureau have been sent back. Isn't it normal for him to be quiet in the mansion alone now?
Everyone also knows that visiting Jingnan King at this moment is just a formality, but it must be done, otherwise it will be indifferent.
Emperor Yan smiled and said,
Road:
"I know."
"The chief soldier of Zhenbei Palace, Qingshuang, is asking for an audience outside the palace."
"Xuan."
Qingshuang walked in,
Kneel down and salute:
"Long live my emperor."
"Where is Liang Ting?"
"Replying to Your Majesty, Your Majesty felt that he did not enjoy the wine in the palace last night, so he took His Highness to drink in the evening, and then... Your Majesty and His Majesty got drunk together. They are still drowsy and unable to come to court."
The ministers present looked at each other in confusion, good fellow, it still tastes the same!
For the prince who could roast a leg of lamb in the royal study, it was perfectly normal for him to drink too much and not be able to attend the court meeting.
You know, five years ago, everyone almost thought that people were going to raise troops to fight against Yanjing and rebel!
As for the eldest prince,
Ok,
It can only be called unlucky to deal with this neighbor.
At this time,
Another censor sighed,
Step forward:
"Chen Shen Zhenbei King is domineering!"
"My minister agrees."
"My minister agrees."
Everyone went through another formality.
by the way,
I also played for the eldest prince.
"Wei Zhonghe, send someone to deliver some sobering soup later."
"The slave obeys the order."
this matter,
Just let go.
This is within everyone's expectations.
Of course, there are also many "smart people" who believe that the two kings of the north and south did not come to attend the meeting because they were too lazy to get involved in the final battle for the right to inherit the throne. With their status, there was no need for them to go through this process. They might as well just be at home. A quiet place.
Next,
Finally, the old minister of the Ministry of Rites spoke.
Subsequently,
They are other bosses in various ministries. The household department is not led by Ji Chengjue, but by another official.
Officers from other bureaus also came out to talk about it.
Finally, the prince reported some things that happened when he was supervising the country, and then Zhao Jiulang, the prime minister, made a concluding speech.
The process is very long.
But everyone was not impatient at all, because almost everyone present knew that something big was going to happen today.
Even Mr. Zheng, who never liked listening to lectures, kept keeping his spirits up.
He was thinking about where Ji Laoliu would attack the prince.
Mistakes in administration?
Prince, there was no mistake.
Even though the prince looks like a doormat, he has real abilities. When he was in charge of the country, all aspects of the court were running well.
Comparing him with His Highness the Sixth Prince is indeed a bit of a joke, but the problem is that he may have been hiding his edge. He just wants a stable position in the East Palace.
Zheng Fan also felt that starting from the government affairs, even if there were mistakes, it would probably be difficult to defeat the prince in one fell swoop.
In other ways?
For example, bury a dragon robe or something under the East Palace Garden?
With the domineering kings of the north and south in front, it seems that it is not a big deal for the prince to collect a dragon robe, right?
Colluding with army generals?
If Ji Laoliu uses this to hit the prince, it would be like mocking others for being dirty while being dirty.
Who in the whole court doesn't know about his relationship with Ji Laoliu?
Therefore,
What on earth is Ji Laoliu going to use to beat the prince?
and,
A fatal blow is needed,
After all, slowly nibbling and fighting, time is no longer enough.
at last,
Zhao Jiulang also finished his speech.
Emperor Yan, who was sitting on the dragon chair, didn't seem to feel tired at all. He still sat upright:
"I feel very relieved, I feel very relieved. Thank you for your hard work, all ministers."
At this time,
Everyone understood and knelt down again:
"The minister is terrified."
"Sit down, get down."
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
Mr. Zheng is really curious, how did you guys practice so uniformly?
"If there is anything else that needs to be played, just play it."
Wei Zhonghe took half a step forward:
"If there's something going on, we'll leave the court if there's nothing going on."
The atmosphere in the hall,
He suddenly became serious.
Everyone's heart trembled,
coming,
coming soon!
really,
At this time,
The great Zongzheng of the Zongren Mansion, Ji Changwang, the patriarch of the Ji family and the current uncle of His Majesty, came out.
"Your Majesty, I have something to play."
"Precise play."
"Your Majesty, in the first ten days of the month, I found the bloodline of the Yitian family among the people."
The royal bloodline will also include the clan surnamed Ji.
The bloodline of the Tian family refers to the lineage of Emperor Yan alone.
"Oh?" Emperor Yan made a confused sound.
The clan mansion has the responsibility of managing the Ji surname in the world and safeguarding the bloodline of the Tian family, which is inevitable.
Ji Changwang continued:
"Your Majesty, there is a woman living with her young daughter in a farm in Gyeonggi Province. There is a token beside the woman to prove her identity."
At this time,
The prince standing above suddenly opened his eyes and looked down. What he saw was not Da Zongzheng who was talking, but his own younger brother, Ji Chengjue, who was standing among the officials!
And then,
Many of the ministers present had already guessed in advance who it was, and under the premise of conspiracy theories first, they used this as a means of attack;
Then, there are only two princes in the palace.
Either the Crown Prince beat the Sixth Highness, or the Sixth Highness beat the Crown Prince.
There is no reason to take it out at this time to fight the prince who is not here.
Looking at the prince who was standing above him, the most conspicuous person among thousands of people, suddenly lost his bearing, everyone knew it in their hearts.
Da Zongzheng continued:
"This woman was born at full term on the third day of June in the third year of Yongping."
On the third day of June in the third year of Yongping,
All the ministers began to calculate silently in their minds. With the date of birth and the pregnancy period forward, they can calculate the approximate time when the seeds were sown.
Moreover, Da Zongzheng also said that this woman was full term.
then,
The expressions of the ministers who had calculated it first suddenly changed.
Several backbone princeling officials cast their disbelieving gazes at the prince standing above, and their faces were ashen at the same time.
When the woman was conceived, the queen passed away!
Not only was it during the filial piety period, but the queen was buried in Emperor Yan's own imperial mausoleum after 49 days of mourning in the palace.
Probably,
When that woman was conceived, Queen Daxing was still in the state of death, that is to say... her bones were not yet cold!
This is,
for real,
Outrageous!
And then,
In the mind of Lord Zheng,
Suddenly the words of Ji Laoliu that Xue San brought back last night came to mind:
Zheng Fan,
This medicine is very effective, you can use it.
(End of this chapter)