However, at this moment, Emperor Zhao Gou jumped out at an inopportune time.

Above the court, the atmosphere was so tense that it seemed to be able to wring out water.

Zhao Yingluo sat upright on the dragon chair, and the little emperor Zhao Yang in her arms fell asleep quietly, seemingly ignorant of this debate about the future of the country.

"I don't think it's appropriate!" Emperor Taishang Zhao Gou's voice echoed in the court, "It is a good thing to give students from poor families a chance, but it cannot ignore the rights and interests of the children of the family. ”

Zhao Yingluo's brows furrowed slightly, she looked at Zhao Gou, and said in a firm tone: "Brother Huang, although the children of the family have their advantages, but the students of the poor family also have their talents and potential. We cannot deprive them of the opportunity to serve their country because of their origin. ”

"However, in this way, how can the rights and interests of the children of the family be protected?" A courtier stood up in support of Zhao Gou, "Your Royal Highness Princess, you can't just care about the poor students and ignore the interests of the children of the family. ”

"The rights and interests of the children of the family will naturally be protected accordingly." Zhao Yingluo explained, "But I think it is more important to give poor students a chance to compete fairly. Only in this way can we select more outstanding talents and contribute to the development of the country. ”

"Your Royal Highness Princess, you are shaking the country!" Another courtier said emotionally, "How can the glory and status of the children of the family, which have been passed down from generation to generation, be wasted because of your reforms?" ”

Zhao Yingluo sneered, her gaze swept over the court, and finally fell on Zhao Gou's body: "Brother Huang, have you seen it?" This is what you call glory and status? They are nothing more than an excuse used by the children of the family to protect their own interests. My reforms are aimed at breaking this stereotype and making the country more prosperous. ”

Zhao Gou's face became ugly, he didn't expect Zhao Yingluo to refute him so resolutely. He took a deep breath and tried to calm his emotions: "You are still young, and many things may not be seen thoroughly enough. The glory and status of the children of the family are not so easy to break. By doing so, you will only cause greater confusion and dissatisfaction. ”

"Confusion and discontent?" Zhao Yingluo's tone revealed a hint of disdain, "Brother Huang, do you think the current court is very calm?" The contradictions and conflicts between the children of the family and the poor students have existed for a long time. My reform is only to give a better solution to this contradiction and conflict. ”

Zhao Gou was dumbfounded by Zhao Yingluo's words, and he found that he could no longer control the situation in the court as easily as before.

He glanced at the courtiers who supported him, only to find that their eyes began to flicker.

At this moment, a young courtier stood up: "Your Royal Highness, the courtier thinks that your reform is a move for the benefit of the country and the people. Although the children of the family have superior status and resources, it does not mean that they are necessarily the best talents. Giving poor students a fair chance to compete and allowing them to show their talents and abilities is the real fairness and justice. ”

Zhao Yingluo looked at the young courtier, and a hint of appreciation flashed in her eyes.

She knows that the road to reform will not be easy, but as long as there are people who support her and understand her, she has the courage and strength to continue walking.

Under Zhao Yingluo's push, those courtiers who were originally strongly opposed to reform finally had to accept this reality.

Although they were numerous, their opposition seemed so weak and powerless in the face of imperial power.

Zhao Yingluo sat on the dragon chair, her eyes were determined, she knew that she had won the debate, but she knew better that this was only a small starting point on the road to reform.

After the dispersal, Zhao Gou left the palace with a gloomy face and went to the Drunken Immortal Restaurant.

Drunken Immortal Restaurant is a famous restaurant in Kaifeng City, and the boss behind it is Qin Hui, a powerful minister.

Before the Jingkang Revolution, the Drunken Immortal Tower was a prosperous place, earning countless wealth and fame for Qin Hui.

However, the sudden change in Jingkang caused Zuixianlou to be sacked by the Jin soldiers and suffered heavy losses.

After the Jin people retreated to the north, although the drunken immortal building was reopened, it had long since lost its former glory.

Zhao Yingluo's Drunken Hibiscus Restaurant is in full swing and has become a new favorite in Kaifeng City, and the business of Zuixianlou has been greatly impacted.

Zhao Gou walked into the Drunken Immortal Building, only to see that the building was deserted and there were few guests, which formed a stark contrast with the lively scene of the Drunken Hibiscus.

Qin Hui saw Zhao Gou coming, and hurriedly greeted him and saluted. He knew that Zhao Gou was in a bad mood at the moment, and asked cautiously: "Your Majesty, is things going well in the court today?" ”

Zhao Gou snorted coldly and told Qin Hui about the affairs in the court.

Qin Hui frowned after hearing this, he knew that Zhao Yingluo's reform was a huge threat to their interests.

But he also knew that in front of the imperial power, they could not directly oppose Zhao Yingluo's decision for the time being.

"Your Majesty, this matter still needs to be considered in the long run." Qin Hui pondered for a moment and said, "We can't directly oppose Her Royal Highness Princess's reforms, but we can find opportunities from them to gradually weaken her prestige and power. ”

Zhao Gou nodded, a grim light flashed in his eyes: "You're right, we can't sit still." Zhao Yingluo thought she had won, but in fact, she didn't know that the real battle had just begun! ”

The two looked at each other and smiled, already having a common plan in their hearts.

They know that this contest of power and interests has only just begun.

At the same time, in the palace, Zhao Yingluo was pulling the little emperor Zhao Yang for a walk in the imperial garden.

The sun shines on the two of them, reflecting a warm and harmonious picture.

Zhao Yingluo's face was filled with a faint smile, she knew that although her road to reform was full of difficulties and challenges, as long as she persevered, she would definitely be able to bring real change and hope to the country.

"Auntie, why are you doing this?" The little emperor Zhao Yang suddenly raised his head and asked, "Those ministers are very angry, will they be unfavorable to the queen mother?" ”

Zhao Yingluo looked down at Zhao Yang, who was already five years old, and gently touched his head: "Yang'er, you are still young, and you don't understand many things." But you have to remember that everything your aunt does is for the sake of Da Song and you. The ministers are angry now, but as long as we stick to the right path, they will eventually understand and support us. ”

The little emperor Zhao Yang nodded as if he didn't understand: "Auntie, I understand." I'll support you! ”

"You're five years old, it's time to find an emperor for you!"

The little emperor Zhao Yang asked with some confusion, "What is the emperor?" ”

Zhao Yingluo smiled, "The emperor is the teacher who teaches you knowledge, he will teach you to read and write, and teach you how to behave in the world." ”