Collusion between civil officials and eunuchs generally did not cause too many problems. The reason was simple: at a critical moment, the civil officials could be removed or the connection could be severed.

The most fatal thing is that eunuchs have substantial power to directly interfere in state affairs.

This is exactly what happened this time. If things really developed in the direction Wei Zhongxian wanted, then he would really be able to intervene in the government.

This is a very bad and unreasonable thing for civil servants, and the key is that it is unacceptable.

"In that case, why don't you do this?" Zhang Yu said with a smile.

"If this matter were handled by the teacher, then the teacher would have this power. In this way, the teacher wouldn't have to exert any effort, and wouldn't even have to offend His Majesty. All he would have to do is find some excuse to assign this matter to the teacher, and that would be all!"

Zhang Yu smiled and said, "There's no right or wrong, no good or bad in this matter itself. It just depends on who's doing it. In good hands, it's good, and in bad hands, it's bad."

"People like Wei Zhongxian are ambitious and have no respect for their country or their ruler. If they were to do this, it would naturally bring disaster to the country and the people. But what if we let a teacher do it?"

"That will undoubtedly benefit the people and clear up the bureaucracy. Future generations will also make this a permanent precedent, and your name will be immortalized in history. This way, we can have the best of both worlds."

After hearing what Zhang Yu said, Han Yu's eyes flickered.

Han Yu was very moved by what Zhang Yu said, but he also knew that although Zhang Yu's words seemed to be full of splendor, the essence of the matter was not as Zhang Yu said.

To put it bluntly, it is a power grab.

Unlike what Zhang Yu said, Han Yu was worried that he would not get the support of the civil officials.

After all, they had planned this matter together from beginning to end. If he took it into his own hands, how would the other people look at him?

They would think they were like Yan Song, and if that happened, I'm afraid everyone would be against me.

Although he is the chief minister of the cabinet, there is a crucial issue: he is not trusted by His Majesty.

Once they start causing trouble, I might end up going back, so this is not the way to go.

But this is also a good idea, you can bring this matter to the cabinet. Once the matter is brought to the cabinet, as the chief minister, wouldn't it be nominally under your control?

Thinking of this, Han Yu couldn't help but smile.

The best way is to transfer this power to the cabinet, because once it is in the cabinet, it can be drafted and approved just the same.

All the impeachment memorials against local officials were drafted by these people. What is this?

This is power!

Once such power is in hand, the strength of the cabinet will be greatly enhanced, and his own status will be greatly improved.

Glancing at Zhang Yu, Han Yu smiled and said, "This matter cannot be sacrificed for personal gain. How can such power be held in the hands of one person?"

"Although I hold myself to a high standard, I also know that I cannot survive alone in the officialdom. The best strategy is to bring this power to the cabinet."

"In this way, everyone in the cabinet can act according to this convention, which is a strategy for long-term stability."

At this point, Han Yu stroked his beard and said with a smile, "Tomorrow I will go to the cabinet and tell them what you have said."

"My dear teacher, there is no need to do this. I have not yet entered the officialdom, so it is inappropriate to show off like this. This will not be a credit to me, but will instead become a hindrance to me. A tree that stands out in the forest will be destroyed by the wind. I have been very flamboyant now, but now is the time to keep a low profile and devote myself to learning. I must not be so flamboyant."

"Teacher, please protect me in this matter. This is your idea and I will be very grateful!" After Zhang Yu finished speaking, he bowed with a pleading look on his face.

Looking at Zhang Yu, Han Yu didn't say anything, but his eyes were full of joy.

This student of mine is really good. Just this sensitivity is great. What I said just now was just a courtesy.

If I really go and say that this was Zhang Yuxian's plan, it will really not do Zhang Yu any good.

On the other hand, it does not do you any good either. Firstly, it makes you look incompetent, and secondly, it makes you look like you are not doing things privately enough.

He actually told Zhang Yu about this kind of thing? It would only make people think that he, as the cabinet's chief minister, lacked prestige.

Why do something that has no benefit?

It's just that as Zhang Yu's teacher, it would not sound good to claim my student's ideas as my own, so I said that.

Zhang Yu also understood what he meant, which is why he said the following words. As the saying goes, one can understand the elegant meaning of music by listening to it, and this student of his has such a talent.

"Since you say so, then let's do as you say." Han Yu said with a smile: "Although this matter cannot be told to others, I will remember it. When you enter the officialdom, I will make up for your merits."

"The exam at the Royal Academy is about to begin. How are your preparations going?"

Han Yu stopped talking about this and changed the subject, saying, "You are now famous in the capital. You must study hard for this exam and strive for a good ranking. Don't let me down."

"Teacher, don't worry, I understand." Zhang Yu bowed quickly and said.

The two men talked and smiled at each other. They both understood what was going on. At the same time, they also understood another thing. Now is the time for everyone to depend on each other, and no one can cause trouble.

The next morning, Han Yu got up early and went straight to the cabinet.

Several other people also came.

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