Chapter 260 Eager to Let Go
Ye Yunshu was a little annoyed, so she just mumbled an "Mmm" and then took Song Zhimian to court.
Song Zhimian quickly and respectfully bowed to Eunuch Xue, and then followed Ye Yunshu.
Actually, Song Zhimian still felt some sympathy for Ye Yunshu.
Since becoming the Crown Princess, she has attended the court assembly three times, and each of those three assemblies was truly... a completely different experience!
At the first court assembly, Emperor Xiao Xuan spoke eloquently, but he only wanted her to listen and experience the allure of the court assembly...
At the second court assembly, Emperor Xiao Xuan began asking Ye Yunshu what to do about some of the matters raised by his court officials.
The third court assembly... Heh, no matter how big or small the matter, as long as the court officials spoke up, Emperor Xiao Xuan would have Ye Yunshu speak.
Today was even better; Emperor Xiao Xuan simply skipped the court session and let Ye Yunshu attend it herself.
Song Zhimian didn't dare to say a word, she just followed Ye Yunshu.
...
As Song Zhimian followed Ye Yunshu into the main hall of the court assembly, she noticed something.
The chair that Ye Yunshu was originally sitting on, which was placed three steps below the throne, had been moved by the eunuchs to the side of the throne...
The officials, who were already in position, all looked at Ye Yunshu cautiously.
Ye Yunshu was stunned for a moment, then walked straight to her chair without looking to the side and sat down gracefully.
Song Zhimian quickly stood beside Ye Yunshu.
The courtiers felt a chill run down their spines as they looked at Ye Yunshu, who stood high above them, and suddenly realized that a major change was about to occur in the court, and that their master had truly changed.
"Greetings, Your Highness, may Your Highness live a thousand years!"
The courtiers quickly knelt down, their cries of "Your Majesty!" more sincere than ever before.
His Majesty's meaning is clear: they must adapt to the new ruler.
At the eunuch's command, arranged by Eunuch Xue, those with matters to report should do so, and those without should leave the court. The new court assembly soon began.
...
Lin Xiang was the first to step forward.
"This winter, heavy snow fell in the suburbs of Beijing and sixteen cities to the north. Fortunately, preparations were made in advance, and no one was injured or killed. However, some houses in the suburbs of Beijing were crushed by the heavy snow."
The Ministry of Revenue and the Ministry of Works have already dispatched personnel to carry out emergency repairs.
Ye Yunshu nodded immediately.
"The Ministry of Revenue and the Ministry of Works did a great job. The Ministry of Revenue paid half of the silver spent on the emergency repairs, and the other half came from the Imperial Household Department."
"Remember to tell your subordinates that this money is very hot to handle, so don't touch it. Also, submit all expense ledgers to the Inspection Department for review." Ye Yunshu immediately gave the instructions.
Lin Xiang immediately read them all.
Next came the other matters discussed by each department.
The Ministry of Works requested that more silver be allocated to the firearms workshop and the weapons department. Although there was no war in Dayu at present, the necessary preparations still needed to be made.
Ye Yunshu immediately agreed, saying that this was a major event concerning the safety of the people of Da Yu, and that it was something that must be supported.
They also had the Ministry of Works write a memorial requesting funds, along with a detailed list of expenses.
As for the withdrawal of silver... it will first be withdrawn from the Ministry of Revenue. If the Ministry of Revenue does not have enough silver, it will be withdrawn from the Imperial Treasury. If the Imperial Treasury still does not have enough silver... then she will decide to take it from the Emperor's private treasury.
Anyway, Ye Yunshu, who had visited Emperor Xiao Xuan's private treasury, knew that that one treasury was enough to support the three major garrisons of Dayu.
This sudden turn of events left even the Minister of Works somewhat bewildered!
Whenever someone asks for money, they always engage in empty talk during court sessions!
The Ministry of Revenue said it had no money, and people from other ministries accused the Ministry of Works of only wanting money all day long.
This verbal sparring won't even get to the next step until it goes on for at least thirty to fifty rounds.
He was a little unaccustomed to the Crown Princess agreeing so readily today.
The Minister of Works glanced cautiously at the Minister of Revenue...
Even the Minister of Revenue was a bit confused!
It's alright if I'm confused. Anyway, if the Crown Princess has promised, His Majesty will definitely agree. After court, I'll hurry back and write a memorial asking for money...
The Minister of Works happily retreated, and the Minister of War immediately stepped forward.
It's the end of the year, and the soldiers at the three garrisons are all working very hard...
Before Minister Jian could finish speaking, Ye Yunshu interrupted him.
"My father already told me about this a couple of days ago. This year, the soldiers have worked hard in both Da Yu and other places."
The year-end bonuses for the three garrisons have all increased by 30% compared to last year.
All expenses were covered by the imperial treasury and the emperor's private treasury.
The emperor made only one request: everything, from food and supplies to silver, must be distributed to every soldier.
In addition, the compensation for fallen soldiers must be paid in full.
Remember, make sure to send them to the families of the fallen soldiers.
"Minister Jian, instruct the Ministry of War to handle this matter properly. If they do it even slightly wrong, I will take their heads." Ye Yunshu said with a smile.
The Minister of War was both surprised and delighted.
What pleases me is that His Majesty still values the soldiers of the three garrisons as much as before. What surprises me is that this year's rewards include the Crown Princess, who has worked in the Censorate for fifteen years. I must carefully check those accounts to ensure there are no mistakes whatsoever.
The Minister of War happily withdrew.
Upon seeing this, the Minister of Personnel, realizing that the Emperor was not present and that the Crown Princess seemed quite approachable, quickly stepped forward as well.
The matter he wanted to petition was also about the distribution of year-end gifts to the officials in the imperial court...
"Minister Du, please put aside the matter you wish to petition for now. I have something to ask you."
The Ministry of Personnel has always been in charge of the promotion of officials. Why haven't the performance evaluation reports for this year been submitted yet?
"If the evaluation records aren't submitted, how will the palace distribute festival gifts based on the officials' usual performance reviews?" Ye Yunshu asked bluntly.
Minister Du...
"It is my dereliction of duty!" Minister Du quickly knelt down.
"Submit the evaluation reports of all officials within three days. The memorial from Chun Buwan has also arrived. I can take a look at them together," Ye Yunshun said calmly.
Minister Du was covered in cold sweat.
Reading the same pieces as Chun Buwan's... I wouldn't even be able to show favoritism!
After the matter concerning the Ministry of Personnel was discussed, none of the officials dared to speak.
The Ministry of Rites has a new head who is gradually taking over the ministry's affairs. He doesn't yet know what to report.
The Ministry of Justice... Minister Ye is a relative of Ye Yunshu, and for the time being, there's nothing worth mentioning.
Even if there were any issues, he could ask Ye Yunshu privately first, and then bring it up at the court meeting when it was appropriate, making sure not to cause trouble for Ye Yunshu.
Seeing that none of the officials spoke, Ye Yunshu immediately stood up.
"Since there's nothing serious, let's adjourn the court session! Anything that's inconvenient to discuss in court should be submitted in memorials!"
After Ye Yunshu finished speaking, she got up and left.
The officials hadn't even had a chance to bid farewell to the Crown Princess...
This was the shortest morning assembly they had ever attended!
Simple and quick, the matter was resolved and the court adjourned without a single wasted word...
Their new masters don't seem to want to hear nonsense and flattery.
...
Ye Yunshu walked quickly towards the Phoenix Heaven Palace.
With so many things to deal with every day, I don't have time to waste talking nonsense with those people!
"Where is Father?" Ye Yunshu suddenly asked.
"Eunuch Xue just said that His Majesty went to Ronghua Palace today!" Song Zhimian hurriedly said.
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