"A normal emperor, upon seeing this situation, would probably immediately cut his losses to prevent the situation from getting any worse."
"But His Majesty has suddenly chosen to retreat into seclusion at this very moment, completely ignoring what is happening in the outside world."
"Why do you think this is?"
As soon as these words were spoken.
Zhang Zhengming suddenly frowned.
He had also been wondering before, His Majesty would definitely respond to such pressure from the nobles.
Just like when Longyang piloted the reform before, Your Majesty gave strong support.
And now, it concerns the reform of the entire Jiangnan area.
As long as it succeeds.
It will inevitably bring huge tax revenue to the court.
But Your Majesty did nothing, which is puzzling.
However, Zhang Zhengming did not speak at this moment, but listened quietly, waiting for what was to come.
"I believe that the reason why Your Majesty chose to remain in seclusion and ignore the outside world is for one purpose only, and that is to use the Jiangnan gentry to implicate countless people and officials in order to prevent the reform."
"Anyone who chooses to support the Jiangnan gentry will inevitably be loyal to the gentry faction. Can Your Majesty trust such a person to serve in the court?"
"In other words, His Majesty wants to rectify the government and expel all officials who are loyal to the aristocracy."
"Although doing so may lead to many resistances, it is beneficial to the country and the court."
"If this succeeds, the government will be clean in the future."
At this point, Song Gongwen continued, "That's why I held back and didn't attack the aristocracy. I wanted to know how many people in the court are actually on the side of the aristocracy!"
When Zhang Zhengming, who was standing next to him, heard these words, his eyes widened.
Yes, why didn’t I think of it?
The gentry wanted to stop the reform.
It is inevitable to borrow the power of court officials.
But Your Majesty is the emperor, and you cannot have fewer people. You must gather a powerful force.
But if Your Majesty chooses to remain silent in this situation, wouldn't it be clear how many people in the court are sympathetic to the gentry?
As long as the time is right, we can catch everyone in one fell swoop!
It can be said that His Majesty's move.
It was not only the nobles who were plotting, but also numerous officials. This was truly a case of strategizing!
Just as Song Gongwen said, Your Majesty can use this opportunity to rectify the administration of officials and concentrate power in your hands!
"So that's how it is." At this moment, after realizing this, Zhang Zhengming was completely excited. His whole body was shaking, and his eyes flashed with various expressions from time to time.
Because he could clearly feel that if His Majesty succeeded, he would truly be in control of power.
Be able to concentrate all the strength.
No matter what I do in the future.
Everything will go smoothly and no one will object!
And Your Majesty will become the most powerful emperor of the Wei Dynasty since Emperor Taizu Gao!
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