The rebellion had been put down, and the news that the army had returned to Beijing with King Han flew straight into the capital. Both inside and outside the court, they were greatly excited, and their joy was beyond words.

All the sorrows and anguish of the past few days have been swept away.

Sima Zhao's face also showed relaxed joy.

Although the period of filial piety has not yet passed, there is no doubt that the army has returned victoriously and has made meritorious contributions to quelling the rebellion. What should be praised, it should still be praised.

Sima Zhao actively gathered all the civil and military officials together to discuss how the most appropriate reward should be.

For General Wei, General Mingwei Zhonglang and General Zhaowu, the opinions of the ministers are basically the same, and even for King Han, the opinions of the civil and military officials should be commended.

Only regarding the disposition of Chenzhou Assassin Shi and Chenzhou Taishou, officials and ministers have different opinions.

Shang Shuling said: "Although the Chenzhou rebellion has now been proven to be a misunderstanding, it is indeed a fact that Chenzhou raised troops. Even if they wake up halfway, this mistake cannot be ignored.

After all, when they raised their troops, they were planning to subvert the imperial power. ”

"Lord Shang Shuling, you can't say that." As a close minister by Sima Zhao's side, Shizhong naturally had already communicated with Sima Zhao himself, and knew what Sima Zhao meant, which was to protect the two of them in Chenzhou.

So after listening to Shang Shuling's words, he retorted from his seat:

"The reason for Chenzhou's rebellion is actually clear to us now, and Shang Shu ordered you to say that they were raising up to subvert the imperial power, which is a bit too arbitrary.

According to the careful understanding of the ministers, they actually raised troops to maintain the unification! In their hearts, the crown prince succeeds to the throne in a legitimate name, and other kings inherit the throne, which is against the courtesy of the world. ”

"Hmph, so what do you mean by the waiter, that is, as long as it is for the purpose of maintaining the unification, the local officials can raise troops at will? If everyone is like Chenzhou Thorn Shi and Taishou in the future, then where is the majesty of my royal family? ”

Shang Shuling glanced at the attendant on his right hand and said coldly,

"Oh yes, this official forgot, you are a member of the Wang family, so naturally you will not take this little royal majesty in your eyes."

"You, what do you mean by Shang Shuling?" The waiter was about to jump and slap the table, but Dazai was supported by the waiter and entered the hall.

"Your Majesty, the old minister." Dazai saluted slowly, and Sima Zhao also stood up from his top to show respect. He asked Nakatsune to quickly help Dazai to sit down, and as if relieved, he said to Dazai with relief:

"It's great that Dazai can come. Although I thought that the matter of Chenzhou's reward and punishment would be controversial, I didn't expect Shang Shuling and the two adults in the service to have such a different opinion, which was really a headache for me.

I don't know Dazai, what do you think? ”

Dazai arched his hand slightly, and said with a smile: "Your Majesty, don't be anxious, let the old minister come and talk to the two of them first." ”

Dazai first looked at Shang Shuling's seat, and admonished kindly:

"The old man has ignored the court affairs for a long time, and recently the first emperor valued it, and he was entrusted by Princess An Ning to return to this court, and he is full of gratitude.

Over the years, people have come and gone, and the officials seem to have changed a lot and nothing seems to have changed. At least the old man, I can't figure out what you officials are thinking now.

However, there is one thing that the old man thinks should be immutable and should not change, that is, as a courtier, you must pay attention to your words and deeds. Shang Shuling, think about it carefully, what you said and did just now, but there is a problem? ”

Shang Shuling was also a little calmer at this time, and bowed his head respectfully to Dazai,

"Minister, it's indeed a bit of a gaffe."

Dazai nodded slowly, and then looked at the waiter who was not far from him,

"It's the same with the waiter. Although you are an official, you should always pay attention to your duty as a courtier. It is normal to disagree with colleagues, but it should also be discussed reasonably, be generous, and do not hurt the harmony between each other. ”

Although Shizhong was still angry with Shang Shuling for talking about his background, in front of Dazai, he could only nod his head and say yes.

Seeing that the contradiction between Shang Shuling and the servant was reconciled, Dazai said the intention of this time.

"In fact, speaking of which, Chenzhou Thorn Shi can also be regarded as a student of the old man. He is a man who is wise, clever, and not bad-hearted, and thinks of the people wholeheartedly.

But he is good at everything, but he has a little stinky problem, that is, he is too stubborn. Whatever he believed, even ten oxen could not be pulled back. ”

The official department Shangshu echoed in time: "According to the information of various officials reviewed every year, Chenzhou Assassin Shi is indeed a good official, with outstanding political achievements, and is quite loved by the local people. ”

"Then why didn't you recall the Chenzhou Assassin Shi back to Beijing?" Sima Zhao sat on the top seat, seemingly a little curious.

"This ......" the official Shangshu seemed to be a little difficult to speak, "probably because the Chenzhou assassin was unwilling to return to Beijing, and every time before the promotion edict was issued, he always had to make a mistake, so this matter was over." ”

"Hehe, this is really like his temperament." After hearing this, Dazai laughed in his seat, "But this time, he didn't want to come to the capital." ”

Listening to the meaning of Dazai's words, it seems that he already has a clear opinion on the Chenzhou assassin history and the disposal of Taishou.

Sima Zhao seemed to be very humble and asked, "Then what does Dazai think I should do?" ”

"Dispose of it as you do it. If there is merit, merit will be judged, and if there is punishment, punishment will be carried out. Do not interfere with each other, and do not affect the two. ”

In the Changxin Hall of Changle Palace, the fire was rekindled.

The palace people carefully maintained the temperature in the hall, beware of any accidents to the owner of the Changxin Palace.

Dongmei knocked on the door of the palace softly from the outside, and after seeing Chun Tao open the door, she asked in a low voice, "Your Highness has gotten up?" ”

Chun Tao "shh

She turned sideways slightly, and let Dongmei see the two faint figures on the brocade couch.

She opened her mouth in surprise, and then she was pulled out by Chun Tao.

Chun Tao closed the door of the palace and said to Dongmei, "What do you have to find Your Highness?" ”

Dongmei restrained her expression, although her heart was full of surprise and curiosity, but she also knew what to ask and what not to ask, so she hurriedly told Chun Tao about the matter,

"It's His Royal Highness King Han that there is a letter from his side, saying that he will be able to enter Beijing soon. So I wanted to ask His Highness if I wanted to greet His Royal Highness King Han. ”

"I think it's you little girl, I can't wait to meet my sweetheart. is still in the name of His Royal Highness, see if I don't beat you! As soon as Chun Tao heard it, she knew what kind of calculation Dongmei was playing,

"Your Highness already knows about this. If you are in a hurry to get out of the palace, I will give you the sign, don't disturb Your Highness, she finally slept peacefully. ”