In the capital, some news can be covered up in an instant, and some news spreads very quickly, especially the kind of things that everyone is particularly concerned about, such as some news in the palace, and some things in the officialdom.

The people who paid attention to these news included the gentry, the common people, and more the officials of the Ming Dynasty.

A few days ago, everyone in the court knew one thing, that is, His Majesty rewarded the old fortune king Zhu Changxun heavily.

It is said that Zhu Changxun, the old king of fortune, took out 2 million taels of silver and sent it to the palace, so that His Majesty could use it to build a theater, saying that it was to honor Concubine Zheng. At the same time, the rest of the money was used by His Majesty to repair the palace, after all, His Majesty even stopped the construction of the palace.

His Majesty was very happy about this, and rewarded Zhu Changxun with a big hand.

This news spread well, like a typhoon that blew through the entire Ming officialdom.

Everyone has different opinions on this. Everybody thought it was bad, especially the four academics in the cabinet.

Cabinet duty room.

The four of them sat together drinking tea, and there were a few simple snacks on the table, and they picked up and ate a piece from time to time. There are no fireworks here, there is no food to eat, and a snack is just a cushion for the stomach.

Han Yi took a sip of tea and gently placed the teacup on the table.

He saw that everyone had eaten almost, and said slowly: "This year's use of the imperial court is okay, there is more or less a balance, is it for Your Majesty to repair the palace?" ”

After saying this, Xu Guangqi and the others looked at each other. They had already received the news, so they naturally knew what Han Yi meant by this.

However, a few people were still a little hesitant, especially Xu Guangqi, a member of the Cabinet Vice-Auxiliary University.

Unlike others, Xu Guangqi is also a secretary of the household department. The financial situation of the Ming Dynasty, he couldn't be clearer.

If there is a surplus, in fact, it is still necessary to tear down the hole and squeeze it from other places, and this money is actually not appropriate.

Xu Guangqi also understood what Han Yi meant, after all, His Majesty was very happy that Zhu Changxun did this, which meant that His Majesty was short of money.

Is it that these courtiers are too harsh on His Majesty?

In this way, His Majesty may be unhappy.

This is not a very good thing, and it is not surprising that Han Yi has such a proposal.

After a moment of silence, Sun Chengzong said slowly: "Can you slow down or slow down." Now the southwest is still using troops, although there was good news before, but I don't know what will happen in the end. ”

"Liaodong is not very peaceful, this winter is very cold, it is estimated that there will be a big war in Liaodong in the spring of next year. In addition, the northwest is also unstable, and there are many natural disasters in various places, such as droughts and floods. ”

"It's more appropriate for the imperial court to leave some money, and it's easy to deal with any accidents if you really have them." Sun Chengzong's words are more direct, and the meaning is obvious:

You can't give money to Your Majesty.

If it was something else, maybe it could be discussed, but if the money was used to repair the palace for His Majesty, Sun Chengzong would definitely not compromise.

As for whether His Majesty is happy or not, it is not something that Sun Chengzong can take care of now.

Huang Kezhang glanced at Sun Chengzong quietly, slightly surprised.

He originally thought that Sun Chengzong would approve of Han Yi's words, after all, Sun Chengzong was His Majesty's teacher, and he had to feel more or less sorry for his students.

Since Sun Chengzong said so, Huang Kezhang did not speak again.

It's good to have an attitude, and you don't need him to say anything. It's not in favor of it, it's not in favor of it, so it's good not to speak.

Han Yi glanced at Sun Chengzong, nodded noncommittally, then turned his head to look at Xu Guangqi, and asked with a smile: "What does Xu Ge Lao think about this matter?" ”

After a moment of deep groaning, Xu Guangqi showed a look of approval, nodded and said, "I think what Elder Sun Ge said is right. ”

After saying this, Xu Guangqi didn't speak again.

It is enough to say one word, and it doesn't make much sense to say more.

Han Yi didn't expect his proposal to be opposed, but he didn't care.

The offer is only to be spoken through his mouth; If he really wants to implement it, he will have a headache, after all, the money is really not so abundant.

Now bring it up yourself, they oppose it, and that's okay. If the matter reaches His Majesty's ears, then he has no responsibility, and His Majesty will not be disgusted with himself.

Han Yi is very clear about his situation. Whether it is Sun Chengzong or Xu Guangqi, the relationship with His Majesty is different from his own.

Sun Chengzong was His Majesty's teacher; Xu Guangqi has always been His Majesty's confidant and is deeply trusted by His Majesty. In this regard, he is not as good as the two of them.

Some time ago, someone pointed the finger at him, and Han Yi suspected that these two people did it. You must know that Sun Chengzong and the two of them don't look down on themselves.

Especially Xu Guangqi, whose position was unstable and his strength was insufficient, he didn't have much action against Han Yi, but now he obviously can't help it.

With such an opportunity to show loyalty, Han Yi picked up the teacup and took a sip of tea, and said thoughtfully: "Since that's the case, then so be it." ”

The matter of the cabinet quickly spread, and I don't know who put the news.

In short, whether it is the palace of the Ming Dynasty or the various yamen of the Ming Dynasty, many times it is like a broken net that can't hold anything.

After getting the news, Zhu Youxiao sighed helplessly.

For Zhu Youxiao, such a thing really has to be avoided as much as possible. It would be really troublesome for the four cabinet scholars to make a fuss, and it seems that the progress has to be accelerated.

After looking at the time, Zhu Youxiao glanced at Chen Hong, who was standing not far away, and asked, "Are you ready over there?" ”

"Back to the emperor, everything is ready." Chen Hong hurriedly said.

"Okay, let's go over and have a look." Zhu Youxiao stood up and said with a smile.

After saying this, Zhu Youxiao walked out directly,

After leaving the door, Zhu Youxiao suddenly remembered something and asked, "Is Chengguo Gong here?" ”

"Back to the emperor, it's already here." Chen Hong once again respectfully agreed.

Zhu Youxiao nodded, didn't say anything more, but walked to the stage.

Unlike yesterday, there are no women here, only Zhu Chunchen, the Duke of Chengguo, and Zhu Changxun, the old Fu King, are sitting upright.

At this point, the atmosphere between the two was a little awkward, as they were not familiar with each other.

Of course, this is only one reason. On the other hand, the reason is really embarrassing, Zhu Changxun was originally the prince, but now he has no title, and he can't hold it on his face.

Cheng Guogong didn't know what to call Zhu Changxun, let alone how to handle the relationship with this old prince.

It's certainly not appropriate if it's too close, and it's not quite appropriate if it's too far. What's more, this one seems to have been liked by His Majesty recently, and maybe he will turn over one day.

This made Cheng Guogong very upset, and it was even more embarrassing.

Fortunately, the embarrassment between the two did not last long, because Zhu Youxiao came.

Seeing their Majesty coming, the two of them breathed a sigh of relief, quickly stood up and walked over, and respectfully saluted Zhu Youxiao together, "Your Majesty." ”

Looking at the two of them, Zhu Youxiao smiled and waved his hand and said, "Okay, let's be polite." It's not above the court, relax a little, and don't have so many courtesies. ”

Zhu Changxun and the two smiled, but the etiquette was still meticulous.

What His Majesty said, just listen to some of it, and you must not take it seriously; But sometimes if it seems to be a joke, you really have to take it seriously, otherwise the end will be really miserable.

"Okay, sit down, let's watch the play together." After Zhu Youxiao sat down, seeing that the two of them were still standing there in a daze, he couldn't help but smile and stretched out his hand to beckon Zhu Changxun and the two to sit down.

Zhu Changxun and the others didn't dare to slack off, and they both sat down cautiously.

Since the last time he watched the play, Zhu Changxun has been reluctant to watch the play again, and he is really empty in his heart, and he doesn't know what the situation is.

Zhu Changxun was very worried that his emperor's nephew would pit him again.

Cheng Guogong on the side was the same, and the whole person was very nervous.

You know, compared to other Guogong, Chengguo Gong has declined very much over the years, and he has not been reused much, and His Majesty's relationship with him is not so good, why did he find him?

So Cheng Guogong was also very worried in his heart, but he didn't dare to ask.

The play soon began, singing "The Story of the West Chamber" first, and then "The Story of the Moon Worship Pavilion" and other tracks.

Except for "The Legend of the West Chamber", the other Zhu Youxiao have never heard of it or seen it, but it sounds interesting today.

Zhu Changxun and Cheng Guogong were also very nervous at first, but later found that they really seemed to be listening to the play, but they relaxed and watched it.

This play was sung until sunset.

Zhu Youxiao stood up with some unfinished feelings, looked at the two of them with a smile and said, "What do you think of the two Aiqing?" ”

"It's really exciting." Cheng Guogong hurriedly smiled and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty, for letting the minister enter the palace, otherwise the minister really didn't know that this play was so good." ”

"Yes, yes, I'm happy today, then let's have some wine together." Zhu Youxiao said with a smile: "Chen Hong, prepare wine and food." ”

Zhu Changxun's face on the side was about to darken.

Drinking again?

He still remembered the 2 million taels of silver last night.

But His Majesty rewarded him, and he didn't dare not agree, Zhu Changxun could only be careful in his heart, and he must not drink too much.

Cheng Guogong on the side didn't have so many scruples, but he was a little happy.

first watched the play, and now he has been rewarded with a meal, it seems that His Majesty has really taken a fancy to himself. Could it be that from today onwards, I will become His Majesty's favorite minister?

Cheng Guogong was so happy in his heart that his family was finally going to turn over!

Over the years, I have looked at the Duke of Dingguo and the Duke of England, especially the Duke of England, which is a first-class illustrious court.

Although everyone is a national prince, their own family is far worse than them. Thinking that his family will also be carried forward and strengthened, Cheng Guogong is really happy.

After leaving the stage and coming to the palace in front, the wine and food were ready.

After they sat down, Zhu Youxiao said with a smile: "Today's scene is very good, Uncle Huang has a heart." ”

As he spoke, Zhu Youxiao raised the wine glass in his hand and drank the wine in the cup.

Zhu Changxun and the two didn't dare to slack off, Your Majesty drank it, but you didn't drink it, are you embarrassed?

As a result, Zhu Youxiao's mood seemed to be really good, and the wine was drunk one by one, and Zhu Changxun and the two could only accompany him.

The wine was drunk quickly and quickly, and after more than a dozen glasses of wine, Zhu Changxun and Cheng Guogong were a little confused.