Imperial city.
The 800-mile express shipment that Yun Zheng sent back was delivered to the imperial city three days ago.
Because of this incident, Emperor Wen began to rule the country again.
However, Emperor Wen still spoke very little in the court.
The daily court meetings are still presided over by Yun Li, the Crown Prince who serves as Regent.
There was still a fierce quarrel in the court today.
The pro-war faction led by Xue Che and Xiao Wanchou and the conservative faction led by Xu Shifu and Gu Xiu were arguing fiercely.
The war faction believed that now that the tribes in western Mo were launching a massive attack on Xing'an Fort and sending troops to support Dayue, there must be insufficient garrisons on the border. This way, they could just avenge last year's defeat.
But conservatives believe that it is absolutely not the right time to seek war.
On the one hand, the urgent military intelligence report was sent back by Yun Zheng, and it might not be credible. It might be that Yun Zheng was hoping that the imperial court would fight the various tribes in western Moxi to a bloody defeat so that he could benefit from it.
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On the other hand, the imperial court was short of money and food, which was not enough to support a large-scale war.
In addition, because Yun Li forcibly weakened the aristocratic clans, the situation inside the Great Wall is very unstable and civil strife could break out if one is not careful.
In order to suppress those aristocratic families and clans that were ready to make moves, Yun Li directly ordered Xiao Dingwu to lead 30,000 elite troops to garrison Yunzhou and guard against rebellion launched by the aristocratic families and clans in the south.
Once the imperial court took the initiative to go to war with the tribes in western Mo, even if it won, it would certainly suffer heavy losses.
At this time, the imperial court could no longer withstand such turmoil.
The war faction has only one reason for advocating war: to avenge an arrow of revenge!
The conservatives have very good reasons.
As a result, the war faction was completely at a disadvantage.
After two days of arguing, even many people within the pro-war faction sided with the conservatives.
Now, only a few generals such as Xiao Wanchou and Xue Che are still holding on.
Although the military generals had loud voices, they were outnumbered by the conservatives, so Xiao Wanchou and his men were completely unable to win the argument and were often left speechless.
Neither Yun Li nor Emperor Wen spoke up to stop the quarrel in the court.
For Yun Li, this kind of situation was something he welcomed.
He always kept Emperor Wen's teachings in mind.
In the court, people are not afraid of quarrels, but are afraid of not being able to quarrel.
"That's enough, that's enough!"
After a long while, Emperor Wen finally spoke, "Let's take a break! You guys are making my ears go deaf!"
As Emperor Wen spoke, the court gradually quieted down.
However, Xiao Wanchou and Xue Che still glared at Xu Shifu and others with their eyes wide open.
"Everyone calm down!"
Seeing Emperor Wen speaking, Yun Li also spoke up, "I know that you are all doing this for the good of the court. There is no need to argue so fiercely! What everyone said makes sense. Whether to fight or not, we still need to think carefully..."
Yun Li said a very official set of words, but it was as good as saying nothing.
He hasn't made up his mind whether to fight or not.
Of course, this was exactly what Yun Li wanted.
Of course Yun Li didn't want to fight, but he couldn't say it.
Xiao Wanchou and Xue Che both have high reputations in the army. If he rejected the proposal to take the initiative to fight, wouldn't it be tantamount to offending these two veteran generals?
He originally needed the support of these veterans, so naturally he couldn't do anything to offend anyone.
The best option is to use people like Xu Shifu to argue with the two veteran generals, and then step out to act as a peacemaker when the situation gets pretty bad.
"right!"
Emperor Wen agreed, "It's not a good idea to keep arguing like this! Didn't the Ministry of War send a letter of inquiry to Zhao Ji? Let's wait for Zhao Ji's reply to arrive and then discuss the situation in detail!"
"Your Highness obeys your order."
Everyone spoke at once.
"Alright, let's leave!"
Emperor Wen stood up and said, "You have been arguing for a long time. Go down and have some tea to moisten your throat! I am dizzy from your noise. I have to find a place to be quiet!"
After saying this, Emperor Wen called Yun Li to leave the court with him.
"Resign..."
After Mu Shun announced loudly, he quickly followed Emperor Wen and Yun Li.
After leaving the court, Emperor Wen took Yun Li directly to the Imperial Garden for a walk.
"Do you think we should take the initiative?"
Emperor Wen asked Yun Li.
"I think now is not the time to take the initiative."
Yun Li said sternly: "The court is indeed facing many difficulties now. Starting another war will be disadvantageous to the court."
"Yes, I think so too." Emperor Wen nodded, "But I am still a little worried about you."
Worried about yourself?
What do I have to worry about?
Hasn't the arrogance of the aristocratic families and clans been suppressed to some extent?
What are you worried about?
Is he worried that Lao Liu might do something bad to him?
"Your Majesty, I am a fool. Please enlighten me, Father."
Yun Li stopped and saluted respectfully.
“The human heart!”
Emperor Wen patted Yun Li on the shoulder and said, "Sixth Brother has been expanding the territory, but we are always afraid to fight and cannot fight because of various difficulties! If this goes on for a long time, I am afraid that the people of the world will no longer be with you!"
"this……"
Yun Li was speechless, his face full of bitterness.
It’s not that he doesn’t dare to fight!
I really can't fight!
The imperial court still owes Lao Liu food!
The autumn harvest is still a long way off.
Without money and food, what can we use to fight?
We can't let the soldiers on the front line eat dirt, can we?
However, the people of the world don't care how many difficulties the court is facing.
The people of the world only know that Yun Zheng wins battles every day and destroys countries at will.
The imperial court, on the other hand, was submissive and cowardly.
They would never think that the reason why that bastard Lao Liu won so many battles was also due to the credit of the court and him!
He provided both money and food, his contribution was huge!
Although, he did not give out these money and grain willingly.
"I know your difficulties. I have been through this as well."
Emperor Wen smiled slightly and said, "If you are sure that the Moxi tribes are short of troops on the northwest border, you still have to fight. Even if you are just pretending, you have to move. Do you understand?"
Just pretend?
Yun Li's heart moved.
That’s true!
Anyway, it doesn't cost much money to just pretend.
It can also stop people from talking.
"Thank you for your guidance, Father!"
The cloud of worry in Yun Li's heart instantly dissipated by half.
"Let's not talk about this between us father and son."
Emperor Wen smiled and sat down in the pavilion in front. "To be honest, I used to think you were cunning and had bad intentions! But now I realize that you are too honest! For many things, you need to use cleverness instead of brute force!"
Listening to Emperor Wen's evaluation of him, Yun Li couldn't help but feel upset.
Too honest!
Why does this sound like an insult?
It's like you are a cruel person who has done a lot of bad things, and sometimes you even feel guilty about it.
In the end, others say to you: That’s it?
It doesn't sound right no matter how I listen to it!
Yun Li suppressed his depression and said respectfully: "I will remember your father's teachings!"
"When it comes to doing things, learn more from Lao Liu! When it comes to being a person, be yourself!"
Emperor Wen gave a heartfelt instruction and then asked, "Have you been suppressing your uncle too much recently?"
“This… doesn’t exist!”
Yun Li was suspicious, "Why does Father ask this?"
"Nothing, just asking casually." Emperor Wen shook his head and smiled, "Your uncle is a very talented person! Looking at the entire Dagan, there are really few people who can manage the Ministry of Revenue as well as he does! You always put pressure on him, and he is not steady in his work! Sometimes, you still have to appease him appropriately."
Um?
Listening to Emperor Wen's words, Yun Li became even more suspicious.
Could it be that Xu Shifu went to his father to complain about himself?
Humph, this is called suppressing him?
Does he have to make the court a place where he has the final say in order to stop oppressing him?
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