Chapter 52: The revelation is not a big deal, until later...
"Your Majesty, the Imperial Preceptor is only nine months old. What's the point of attending court?" The censor who had been exposed was the first to object.
The emperor said coldly, "You also know that she is the imperial teacher. The imperial teacher can measure astronomy and geography, and can participate in court affairs. Why can't the little imperial teacher attend the court?"
The censor's mouth twitched, and he saluted and said, "Your Majesty, what I mean is that the affairs of the court are complicated, it is better to wait until the little imperial teacher grows up before participating."
The censor complained in his heart: Other imperial masters are at least 40 years old, and they are all highly respected people who have walked across the country. Of course, it is okay for such people to give some advice. How old is the young imperial master? Even if he has some magical powers, he probably doesn't even know how to farm. Wouldn't it be a joke if he gave advice?
Yu Hongyu, the Minister of Agriculture who had received favors from Yuan Ruan, was the first to jump out and said, "You underestimate the power of the Imperial Master. Which of the recent national affairs did not make great progress after her participation? Are you going to deny the help of the young Imperial Master to Daxia?"
The censor choked up. He could not deny this at all, but he still muttered, "There is no need to go to court. It will be the same if I say no after court..."
"You are a military officer, don't you know that speed is the most important thing in war?!" Yu Hongyu's finger was almost poking the censor's nose, "I think you didn't suffer a physical injury, but a brain injury, and you can't tell the severity of the injury."
The censor was so angry that he looked around for an ally, but he found that his colleagues seemed to be moved by what Yu Hongyu said.
The censor became even more angry and could not help but say: "No matter how difficult the government affairs are, we can overcome them with our own abilities! What about the melons? Yes, we can also deal with the aftermath, but are you really willing to die in the court?"
Courtiers: !!!
The Grand Master, who had heard about his opponent's gossip and didn't want to expose it himself, stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty. I think the government affairs can wait until after the morning court session, and we can select some of them and give them to the young imperial teacher. This way, there will be no delay."
The white-bearded Minister of Rites also bowed and said, "Your Majesty, I support what the Grand Scholar said. The Imperial Preceptor is still young, and she won't be able to sit still here. It's better to summarize it at the end."
The Minister of Industry rubbed his eyes and said, "Your Majesty! I support what you two adults said. This morning... well, the weather is gloomy and there is no sunshine, which is not conducive for the young imperial teacher to attend the court."
Other courtiers: ...
Wait, Minister of Works, are you too busy to be busy?
Is this because you can't find a reason and have started making up stories?
But the next courtier who spoke was obviously inspired by this sentence.
The Minister of War said, "Your Majesty, I heard from Madam that this baby needs more than six hours of sleep from birth to the age of five, otherwise he will be ugly and short, and not suitable for the morning court..."
Before he could finish his words, he was stopped by his subordinate, the doctor of the Ministry of War, who poked him with his finger.
The Minister of War turned around and saw the doctor looking at him helplessly. He lowered his voice and said, "Uncle! After the age of three, the princes of my Great Xia Kingdom go to bed at 11:00 p.m. and wake up at 3:00 a.m. They all have dragon-like figures and phoenix-like figures, and tall and straight..." The doctor swallowed back the words "Uncle, are you stupid?" with great difficulty.
The Minister of War was stunned, coughed, and continued: "There is one more thing, Your Majesty! There are some royal secrets that I, your humble servant, dare not listen to!"
emperor:!!!
Prince: !!!
The two of them looked obviously stunned.
The court officials almost laughed out loud. Hahaha, he is worthy of being the Minister of War. His sword is still sharp and he is an old horse in the stable. He killed the enemy directly!
The censors were also secretly proud in their hearts. Ha, everyone hated melons so much, they didn't believe that the emperor didn't feel resentful.
At this moment, Prime Minister Li suddenly came out and said, "Your Majesty, I support your suggestion and support the young imperial teacher to attend the court."
As soon as these words came out, the court officials glared at him angrily.
The Minister of Revenue, who was on good terms with him, whispered in confusion: "Prime Minister, this melon. This melon is not something that ordinary people can afford. You, you should feel deeply about it." You are the one who has suffered the most.
Prime Minister Wang sneered and said in a sarcastic tone, "This reminds me of what the little prodigy said. Because you've been caught in the rain, you have to tear up other people's umbrellas."
The court officials looked at Prime Minister Li with disdain: Yes, you are that kind of person. You harm others but do not benefit yourself.
Prime Minister Li laughed, not feeling ashamed but proud, and said righteously: "As long as it is beneficial to the Great Xia Kingdom, it doesn't matter if I suffer some losses."
Courtiers: !!!
Damn it, he got it right again.
The palace was instantly quiet. Prime Minister Li turned to the doctor of the Du Shui Si and said, "Don't you have anything to say?"
The court officials all looked sideways.
The doctor of the Dushui Division stepped forward and said, "The little imperial teacher is far more valuable in the court than I am. Because she can distinguish between loyalty and treachery, and can tell who truly repents and wants to join Daxia, and who has changed his mind and wants to rebel against Daxia."
Courtiers: !!!
Why did they not even draft their essays just to say something nice for the little master? The little master had no ability to listen to their inner thoughts, so how could he tell?
The doctor of the Du Shui Si seemed to see the doubt in their eyes and continued, "For example, if she wants everyone to step forward, then the one who is still standing there is either below the sixth rank or a junior officer. Well, I am an example."
Courtiers: ...
So what he meant was that only officials above the sixth rank who were loyal to Daxia could hear the young imperial master's voice?
Some court officials wanted to ask a few questions, but suddenly realized that this person was the original author and the case was solid, so they did not ask any more questions.
Prime Minister Li suddenly slapped the doctor of the Du Shui Si and said angrily, "You are stupid! Why are you talking about such details? Isn't this just making trouble? Why don't you apologize to His Majesty quickly?"
The emperor, who was sitting on the throne, suddenly added: "It doesn't matter. You can't escape knowing everything. It would be better if we can force them to retreat on their own."
Prime Minister Li pretended to be enlightened and said, "My vision is shallow and not as good as your majesty's. Your majesty is wise."
The emperor suddenly laughed, stood up and said, "Lord Li is already much better than most people. Well, as Prime Minister Li said, the young imperial teacher will attend court tomorrow, and this matter is settled!"
Courtiers: !!!
This bootlicker actually got praised for himself once again.
After the emperor left, the court officials surrounded Prime Minister Li.
The courtier who was on good terms with Prime Minister Li couldn't help but whisper, "What on earth are you thinking about? I really don't understand. Wasn't it tragic that you were exposed before?" The daughter's family was almost killed.
Prime Minister Li said calmly: "It's not scary to expose the truth, but being held accountable is scary. I have landed successfully, and I hope you are all safe and happy." After saying that, he bowed and smiled at everyone, then turned and left.
The court officials staggered, and were almost pissed off to death by Prime Minister Li: Shame! Too shameless!
The court officials watched Prime Minister Li leave. Some of them followed him and others gathered together for a meeting, looking at each other in bewilderment.
Suddenly, Marquis Chengguo whispered, "Are you afraid of melons?"
The others looked at each other and nodded.
Marquis Chengguo narrowed his eyes and said, "Your Majesty, that won't work, but what if the little princess herself is not happy? I have a solution..."
The court officials gathered around in an instant.