Chapter 139: The New Empress I
readx;? In the early morning of this day, Yeli left the valley very early, and since he promised Ji Shuxuan to go to court, he would appear on time. Speaking www.biquge.info the pen "Fun", during this time, he had not set foot in the court for a long time, and he almost forgot this feeling.
When Chu Zhexun stood in the middle of the ministers, waiting for the court, he heard the people around him whispering about the affairs of the future. This matter has been rumored early, and probably the emperor also wants to take this opportunity to see which people collude frequently in the front and harem. Since ancient times, the most taboo thing for kings is the collusion between the former dynasty and the harem.
Chu Zhexun didn't know much about the deceased queen, only that it was hand-picked by the first emperor. He was the prince's companion when he was a teenager, and he has always followed Ji Shuxuan's side, and it is common for him to enter and leave the palace. However, even so, there is still no knowledge of the mysterious queen.
Chu Zhexun once asked Ji Shuxuan about the former queen, but when Ji Shuxuan heard him mention this person, the disgust on his face was obvious. It was just that once, and he didn't mention it again. Chu Zhexun knew in his heart that Ji Shuxuan was probably dissatisfied with this queen, if it weren't for the will of the emperor, he was afraid that he would be abandoned if he didn't wait for his death.
However, the former queen has always existed in name only, so what is the difference between being abolished and not? The corners of Chu Zhexun's lips rose helplessly, evoking a smile without warmth. Speaking of which, the former queen was also a poor woman. Although you are said to be the mother of a country, what is the significance? In the emperor's heart, there has never been such a person. In the harem, no one will think of her in their eyes. Not to mention the subjects of the world, except for knowing the existence of a queen, the rest know nothing.
For a woman, if she does not get the approval and love of her husband, even if her status is noble, it is in vain!
"Master Chu!" Just as Chu Zhexun was pondering, he heard someone greet him. Gathering his mind and looking at it, it turned out to be Zhou Da, the waiter of the Ministry of Rites.
Chu Zhexun has always been a little unsociable among the ministers, he doesn't like to be too close to the ministers, and when he is sent to this kind of thing, he hides far away. When Bai Feng was still alive, Chu Zhexun was close to him and Ruan Zhong, but Bai Feng died suddenly, and Ruan Zhong also returned to his hometown.
However, this waiter of the Ministry of Rites, he has some recognition. is young, upright, and it is precisely because of his upright nature that it is very easy to offend people. But Chu Zhexun himself is also a person who does not flatter, so he is willing to get close to one or two.
Chu Zhexun looked at him, nodded gently, and said, "Lord Zhou!"
"Where do you dare to be called like this by Lord Chu, just call your name. "Zhou Da is a tall person, and he has a bit of arrogance above the top, which many people don't look down on, but they admire Chu Zhexun very much.
"Zhou Da. Chu Zhexun was as good as a stream, "Is there something wrong?" He deliberately found a corner to stand, just unwilling to be involved by everyone. The focus of everyone's discussion today is at the back of the seat, and everyone's eyes are fixed on that position! He doesn't want to express his opinion right now, and he doesn't want to worry about talking to everyone about everything. He still has that point of view, and it is a family matter in the future, and it is not the turn of these outsiders to point fingers. Therefore, when Zhou Da called him, he was just thinking about whether it was related to the same post.
"There's nothing to do, it's just that I haven't seen Master Chu for a long time, so I just came to say hello. Zhou Da said frankly. He was also reluctant to get involved, so he avoided it. happened to see Chu Zhexun standing there alone, so he walked over. Zhou Da knew Chu Zhexun's temperament, and no one else would be bored with him, so he chose to lean over.
"Don't come unharmed. Chu Zhexun is still faint. Zhou Da asked his opinion without opening his mouth, which made Chu Zhexun more satisfied.
Zhou Da asked with concern: "I heard people talk about it before, saying that Master Chu is not in good health, I don't know if he is cured now?"
"Thank you for remembering, it's just a trivial matter, and it deserves the mercy of the saint. Chu Zhexun said.
Zhou Da nodded and did not speak. Chu Zhexun also retracted his gaze and stared ahead, concentrating on his own thoughts. These days, although he did not go to the court, if there was any major event in the court, he would hand over the recital and give his opinion. It is precisely because of this that Ji Shuxuan will always keep opening his eyes and closing his eyes and let him go outside.
"Go to court!" was just thinking about it, when he heard the eunuch chief Zhang Hua's unique eunuch voice sound. Everyone was immediately silent, and stood in their respective positions very quietly and quickly, bowing their heads and standing respectfully.
Ji Shuxuan walked to the throne of the main hall step by step, looked around, and saw Chu Zhexun's figure as promised, he bowed his head secretly with satisfaction, and then sat down.
"Long live my emperor, long live!" When Ji Shuxuan sat down, everyone under His Royal Highness shouted long live.
Ji Shuxuan raised his hand slightly, and said loudly: "Zhongqing is flat!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" was still in unison.
The early dynasty has always been a very efficient place to do things, and after the ordinary etiquette is over, someone immediately mentions the key point of the day: "Your Majesty, about the matter of the post-establishment, the minister has a book!"
"Quasi!" Ji Shuxuan bowed slightly, and Zhang Hua sang clearly.
Next, everyone began to express their opinions and speak freely. As expected, everyone supported either the clansmen or the divisions. In short, everyone hopes that the latter position can fall on the mother who is inextricably implicated with them. The harem is beneficial, and it is also very helpful for them in the previous dynasty.
Of course, among all the people, it is still the noble concubine who has children who has the highest voice. Speaking of which, Ji Shuxuan has some feelings for the concubine, but if he talks too much, it's just a little bit. Over the years, the concubine has been by her side and helped to deal with the affairs of the six palaces, which can be regarded as conscientious and conscientious.
Ji Shuxuan originally liked the concubine, and according to common sense, it was indeed the turn of the concubine. But for some reason, Ji Shuxuan has always been unable to completely feel at ease in his heart, as if he is unwilling.
In addition to the concubine, the other four concubines also have a lot of supporters, and everyone has their own opinions, and they have analyzed the pros and cons in front of Ji Shuxuan. After listening to it like this for a long time, it is inevitable that there will be some brain pain. Ji Shuxuan's eyes swept roughly, except for a few princes who didn't participate in the discussion, and there were only a few who didn't say a word.
That Chu Zhexun really behaved like his temperament, and when everyone in the court was foaming at the mouth, he just looked at his nose and his mouth and heart, and didn't say a word. This was what Ji Shuxuan expected, and he was not surprised. Looking at the waiter of the Ministry of Rites standing not far behind Chu Zhexun, not only did he not say a word, but he was also a little indignant.
"The Rite Squire. Ji Shuxuan suddenly spoke, "Do you have any opinions?"
The hall fell silent for a moment, and everyone's eyes turned to the waiter of the Ministry of Rites, who had been silent. Everyone can't help but speculate in their hearts: This Zhou Da has always been a little pretentious, and he seems to have a little bit of talent when he is born in the top spot. The emperor has never paid much attention to him, so why would he take the initiative to ask his opinion today?
Like everyone's doubts, Zhou Da himself did not expect such a scene, however, surprised to surprised, he quickly gathered his mind, stood up, and said respectfully: "Your Majesty, the opinions of the ministers are only afraid that they are not the same as those of the adults. ”
"Oh, it's different?" Ji Shuxuan looked at him with interest, "What's the difference?"
In an uproar, the candidates given by everyone have almost already mentioned the women in high positions in the harem, is it possible that after becoming a country, they will have to be born from concubines of low rank? Everyone has the mentality of watching the drama and focuses on Zhou Da.
Such attention made Zhou Da feel a little nervous in his heart, but after a flash of nervousness, he quickly calmed down. He raised his head and looked at Ji Shuxuan on the throne from afar, and said in a calm voice: "The minister thinks that the queen is the wife of His Majesty! Since she is a wife, then the minister's opinion is not important. As a husband, the emperor should choose a woman he is satisfied with to be the queen! Therefore, the minister thinks that the choice of the queen should be based on His Majesty's preferences!"
His remarks were unexpected, Ji Shuxuan and Chu Zhexun glanced at each other, and there was surprise in their eyes. This Zhou Da is really a person with some ideas. It's just that most people are not very happy when he said this. Everyone pouted and said in their hearts: Pat the horse!
But no, it seems that no one wants to offend. But such words are too tactful, and they seem to offend everyone unintentionally. For a while, no one spoke, and everyone was waiting for Ji Shuxuan's reaction. And after Zhou Da finished speaking, he lowered his head again, as if the emperor's reaction had nothing to do with him.
Ji Shuxuan pondered for a moment, stroked his palms and smiled: "Zhou Aiqing's words make some sense, I know." Stand down!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty. Zhou Da couldn't see arrogance on his face, he followed the rules and retreated into the column and stood still.
This is just a small episode, and the focus of the discussion is still on the latter candidate. And Chu Zhexun is more interested in this Zhou Da. He didn't know if these words were Zhou Da's heartfelt words, or if he just wanted to be different. If it is really from the bottom of his heart, then this person has a bit of an appetite for him.
In any case, the person who can give such a different answer must not be a personal person. Even if he had some intentions, at least he could be seen to be a smart man, which was very satisfying. At a glance, Chu Zhexun knew that Ji Shuxuan must have a different opinion on this Zhou Da. It seems that, no matter what, this Zhouda will not be what it used to be.
In this way, it was mixed up one after another, and until the time of retreat, Ji Shuxuan did not give the final holy decision. He only said vaguely at the end: "The concubine is indeed good!"