Shangguan Haoze hadn't dealt directly with the women in the harem for several years. He felt his head buzzing and was very annoyed. He couldn't help but pinch his eyebrows and press his head.
He dismissed everyone with a few words and returned to the imperial study.
The concubines respectfully saw His Majesty off and breathed a sigh of relief. It was too scary. It was said that when His Majesty had a headache, the only way to stop it was to kill people.
Just now they almost thought they were dead in the Imperial Garden, but luckily they managed to survive.
"Next time you go to the Imperial Garden, clear the way first." Shangguan Haoze thought it was nice to go out for a walk, but it was too annoying to have so many women.
"Yes." As a personal eunuch, Xiaoshengzi must be respectful.
Are other girls not human? Three years for a minor election, five years for a major one, and then you don't sleep with them after the election. Your best years are buried in this deep palace. What's the point? Don't blame this little beauty for flirting with others and cheating on you. You don't sleep with her yourself, and you don't allow others to sleep with you? Everyone has physiological needs. Even I, who lack two ounces of flesh, still have impulses.
"Ahem, ahem, ahem." Shangguan Haoze was originally angry at the restless women in the harem, but after hearing Xiao Shengzi's last words, he couldn't help but want to laugh.
I feel so suffocated.
"My dear son, pass on my decree. There is a flood in the south and the national treasury is short of money. The food and clothing expenses of the harem will be reduced by half. In addition, the women of high rank in the harem who have never seen the emperor and do not want to die of old age in this deep palace may ask for permission to return home." It costs money to support so many people.
"promise."
[Oh my, has that playboy changed his ways? As the most caring eunuch, shouldn't I take the opportunity to kick out those cheating ladies? It's a shame for high-ranking concubines like Concubine Shu, as I'm powerless.]
So when the former dynasty and the harem were cheering that His Majesty the Emperor could finally live a normal life, the large-scale downsizing of the harem began.
Who told His Majesty's decree to be so clear? The imperial physician diagnosed that his condition has improved, but he still needs to cultivate his character. Many of the new women who have entered the harem in recent years are in their prime. It is against the will of heaven for them to stay in the palace alone and live a carefree life.
Your Majesty is so kind that you allowed these women who had not received your grace to leave the palace and marry other women. With Your Majesty as a guarantor, they don't have to worry about their second marriage leading to a bad life.
The court officials who had doubts did not dare to say a word. His Majesty was using his own body as an excuse. Anyone who objected would be doomed if they were accused of plotting to murder the emperor by their political enemies.
While Shangguan Haoze was discussing disaster relief in the south with several important officials in the court, the list of people in the harem who were to be packed up and sent away had already been released.
My father-in-law is fully responsible and says that everyone signed up on their own initiative, but that's not entirely the case.
He added and deleted some parts of the list and submitted it to the emperor for his review. The emperor then granted marriages to many couples on the spot.
Among them was the one who had an affair. He was directly sent to be the partner. When he received the imperial edict, he was so scared that his legs were shaking. He would probably dream of being beheaded for many years for the rest of his life.
Oh, what a sin.
At first, Concubine Shu was very happy when she saw a large number of women being sent out of the palace. After all, with fewer women, there would be fewer people vying for favor.
But when she learned some of the contents of the imperial decree granting marriage, she was so frightened that she fell ill.
Was His Majesty's decree intentional or unintentional? Wasn't he a tyrant and a tyrant? Didn't the Empress Dowager have the final say in the harem? How could His Majesty know so many secrets?
She had nightmares every night for three consecutive months. Either she was caught having a secret meeting with Prince Fuhe, or the eldest princess was taken away for a blood test to determine her paternity. The way she died was different every night.
She became thinner day by day and looked like she was seriously ill. The imperial physicians from the Imperial Medical Bureau took turns to see her several times. Concubine Shu's family even found an expert from outside and shamelessly sent her to the harem, but there was still no improvement.
Shangguan Haoze found out, but he just gave a sarcastic smile and didn't even mention visiting the patient.
Xiaoshengzi guessed that he might know something, but he was not sure.
"Your Majesty, are you going to visit Concubine Shu in her palace? I can send someone to pass on the message." If he really went to see Concubine Shu suddenly, she would look haggard and without makeup, and who knows who would suffer in the end. It would be better to take a break early and put on some light makeup. Not only could he win favor, but he could also preserve his image in the eyes of His Majesty. This was the kindness of these errand-running servants.
"Didn't the Queen Mother go to see it? Prince Fuhe must have passed on a lot of information." Shangguan Haoze glanced at the little boy, his eyes seemed to say something, but also seemed to say nothing.
Come on, Madam Shufei, whoever wants to see me can do so. He should stay away from me from now on. Let's just wish each other the best.
The young man bent his back even deeper. Serving the emperor is like serving a tiger. This Shangguan boy has such complete control over his harem. He really wants to wipe the sweat off his face. He is so scared.
"You handled the harem affairs very well this time. From now on, I will reserve a small hole for you next to my mausoleum." After Shangguan Haoze said this, he ordered Xiaoshengzi to call the ministers waiting outside the hall in.
Xiaoshengzi: ...I thank you for your ancestors. I saved up money to leave the palace and enjoy life. Who wants to follow you to fill the hole? What a narcissist.
"This is a memorial from Xinzhou City in the south. It has come to me after many twists and turns. Everyone, please pass it around and take a look." Shangguan Haoze rarely loses his temper now. He is completely different from the hot-tempered person he used to be.
Of course, he is also becoming more and more majestic like an emperor.
"Your Majesty, this matter is of great importance. I propose to appoint an imperial envoy to investigate." The memorial stated that the disaster relief funds had been embezzled, and only a tiny amount was distributed to the disaster-stricken people. If this continued, the people would be forced to rebel.
Shangguan Haoze discussed with several important officials for a while.
He was actually very angry that someone had embezzled the life-saving money. If he found out who it was, he would punish the entire family and would not show any leniency.
He felt a headache coming back, and couldn't help but press his forehead, his expression somewhat solemn. The ministers didn't dare to say a word at this moment. Few people could hold such a high position, follow such a crazy master, and wait until he became normal.
Just when it was so quiet that you could hear a fart, the voice rang out again.
Corrupt officials are everywhere, and they can't be driven out or killed. But this strategy is a good one. If the world isn't in turmoil, how can they fish in troubled waters? Also, Shangguan Xiao'er is becoming more and more powerful every day, and this is making the Empress Dowager and the others anxious. Your Majesty has been favoring many beauties of lower status in the harem for many days. What if she gets pregnant one day? Wouldn't that mean the Fuhe County Prince's lineage is completely hopeless?
Shangguan Haoze: There is indeed the shadow of Prince Fuhe behind this!
How dare you! If you want to get involved in the former dynasty and the harem, don’t blame him for being cruel as an uncle and chop off his feet and hands.
"What are your opinions on the selection of the Imperial Envoy?"
"I recommend Prince Fuhe. He is your Majesty's closest nephew and a better representative of the emperor's great grace."
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