Chapter 317 Three Imperial Edicts
But neither Xie Jian nor the Master would do that. Shen Heng said angrily, "Can't Liu Tang see that you and the Master don't want to seize power at all?" People like this don't learn how to be an emperor. Even if they have all the imperial power in their hands, they won't be able to use it.
"People's hearts are hidden. Most people would rather believe their own suspicions than take the time to understand. In his eyes, I'm a powerful minister who wants to hold the emperor hostage to control the princes." Xie Jian felt relieved. "My biggest worry right now is Ouyang in Wanzhou. If he holds military power and is close to me and the Master, I'm afraid the Emperor's next step will be to take back military power."
Xie Jian's guess was later confirmed.
On the night of the Great Leap, four war horses galloped into the city from the four gates, and the soldiers on horseback shouted: "Victory news, Wanzhou has been recovered - victory news, Wanzhou has been recovered -"
After the excitement of the old people in the city subsided, fireworks were set off in the sky all night long.
On the third day of the first lunar month, the emperor ordered Ouyang to return to the court. Ten days later, Ouyang submitted a memorial, hoping to be given another two months, as the Northern Qi was still eyeing the situation and ready to attack at any time.
If he returns rashly, he might not be able to handle the war.
In February, the emperor issued three imperial edicts in succession, ordering General Ouyang to return to the court as soon as possible.
When Liu Xinyue came to Xie's house, the anger on her face seemed to be spitting fire.
"What's wrong?" It was the first time that Chen Heng saw Liu Xinyue so angry.
"The emperor actually scolded my father and made him kneel for an hour. My father has treated the emperor as his own son since he was a child, and now he treats my father like this." Liu Xinyue became more and more angry as she thought about it. If her father hadn't pulled her back, she would have rushed into the palace to argue.
"Have a cup of tea to calm down first." Chen Heng knew that Prince Qing and his daughter had always been close to Liu Tang. When Liu Tang and Xie Jian took the imperial examination together, they still lived in Prince Qing's mansion.
"Aheng, you said the emperor treats Ouyang well. Ouyang should be fine after he returns, right?" Liu Xinyue was most worried about this. "Given his temper, I'm afraid he'll have a conflict with the emperor after he returns. At that time, will the prime minister be able to protect him?"
Chen Heng couldn't say this openly. Xie Jian had some thoughts in mind: "Please persuade Ouyang and don't let him act on impulse. You are aware of the Prime Minister's situation."
Liu Xinyue had also heard her father talk about it. Since there was no one around, she said, "How could Prime Minister Xie, who is so powerful, be under the control of the emperor? Is he a rebellion?" Shouldn't the newly enthroned emperor be under the control of the powerful prime minister?
Chen Heng: “…” After all, the emperor is her cousin.
"Even if we count all the powerful ministers in history, which one of them didn't have a single hand and could do anything?" Liu Xinyue muttered, "Isn't that right, Madam Prime Minister?"
Chen Heng was amused: "Xinyue, you can talk freely here, but don't say such things outside. You are bringing hatred upon the Prime Minister."
Liu Xinyue sighed.
As the two were talking, Peng Yunzhao's voice was heard: "Aheng." As soon as the words fell, the person walked in.
Looking at their old friend, Liu Xinyue and Peng Yunzhao were both stunned, and both of them raised an unnatural smile.
"Then I'll go first." Liu Xinyue stood up.
Watching the people leave, Peng Yunzhao opened his mouth to say something, but couldn't say it for a moment.
"As long as you call her, Xinyue will definitely stay." Chen Heng said.
Peng Yunzhao thought for a moment and said, "Forget it. Actually, I know that Yunrong's affairs have nothing to do with Xinyue, but sometimes I subconsciously bring it up while chatting, and the atmosphere becomes awkward. It's uncomfortable for good friends to hide things and not be able to speak out."
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