Chapter 841 844. Taking Out Anger
After reprimanding the court officials, Hua Shunming turned his gaze to the several grown-up princes.
When the crown prince was enthroned, the other six princes were also conferred the title of prince.
To be conferred the title of a prince requires the establishment of a government office, all of which must be paid from the national treasury and is also the biggest expense of the year.
"How luxurious are the several princely palaces? The money allocated to you according to the rules is not enough, and you are constantly digging things from the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Do you want me to build a city for you based on the imperial palace?"
The few princes who were watching the excitement were so frightened that they immediately knelt on the ground and said, "I dare not."
The prince felt much better when he saw that everyone was being scolded, but at this moment he also knelt down with the other brothers.
But in my mind, I kept wondering what the emperor's intention was.
The deficit in the national treasury is not something that has only happened recently. As early as two months ago, a minister suggested that the emperor borrow money from his private treasury to support the national treasury for emergency purposes.
That day, my father sneered and said to me, "It's a loan, but I am so stupid, when can I pay it back?
I personally promoted these people, but I didn't expect that they would be just like the previous court officials, with only a new name for the same thing.
I'll teach you a lesson this time: human hearts are unpredictable. When you think they are loyal, they may stab you in the back.
You can give these ministers certain powers but you cannot give them half the trust. "
Before Hua Zhang could figure it out, Hua Shunming continued, "I haven't checked your accounts for more than ten years. I guess you don't remember. It's time for me to understand where all the money has been spent over the years.
When we go back today, all departments will bring their account books to the side hall, and I will personally send someone to do the accounting."
The entire hall was silent. The last time the accounts were checked was indeed more than ten years ago. Most of the old court officials of that generation had retired. Could it be that they were going to review the accounts again this time?
No one can guarantee that the accounts under his control are clean. Is this a preparation to clear obstacles for the prince?
Everyone was suspicious and panicked.
Especially the princes kneeling behind the crown prince, their eyes were like sharp blades, stabbing at the crown prince in front of them.
They are all the emperor's biological sons. Isn't it too biased to do this?
I finally managed to recruit some people, but is it going to be in vain?
No matter what Hua Shunming thought, Le San, who was following him, cooperated with them in shouting to withdraw from the court without him saying anything.
Before the various departments could react, several palace eunuchs were already standing beside them, watching them go back to get the account books.
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Hua Shunming took the prince into the upper study, where the maids and eunuchs served him cakes and tea, then left in an orderly manner.
"Do you also think that I am paving the way for you?" Hua Shunming took a sip of tea and then said.
"Your Majesty, I am a fool. Please enlighten me, Father."
"Officials in the court will lose their original intentions after serving in office for too long.
Look at their own little thoughts over the years. If they are not serious, I don't want to bother with them.
It’s just that people’s appetites are bottomless, and they should be struck when they need to be struck.”
Hua Zhang, "Father, it is difficult to control people's hearts. I am afraid I can't do it well."
Hua Shunming leaned forward slightly, "Then hold their lifeblood in your hands.
As long as you have power and can suppress them, no matter how powerful they are, they can't surpass you."
"Is it the same for Gu Wenheng?"
Hua Shunming glanced at him and said, "It depends on how you choose in the future. Although this person seems to have no desires, he has his own bottom line."
Hua Zhang, "Did I cross the line last time?"
Hua Shunming shook his head, sighed, and muttered to himself, "It's still a little short..."
Hua Zhang was puzzled, "Father?"
"Your weakness has been exposed since you asked the question." Hua Shunming shook his head, "As a monarch, you can't be petty. It's been so long since this happened, but you still can't get over it.
I know you are taking your anger out on me, but I can put myself in his shoes and realize that Gu Wenheng did not provoke you in this matter."
Hua Zhang's face flushed, "Father, that's not what I meant.
Moreover, he did not vent his anger on Lord Gu, he was just a little curious about this person.
The emperor has always used him well over the years. If he had not been in mourning at home this time, the emperor would have definitely used him even more.
I have also asked someone to investigate and know that he is very good at governing the local area, but such a person may not be suitable for the court."
Hua Shunming smiled, "Prince, do you think you can't control this person, so you're a little scared?"
Hua Zhang, "..."
"Prince, go back and think about it carefully!"
Hua Zhang was anxious, "Father, I don't think so.
I know that your father has his reasons for valuing this man, but the information I have collected is all on the surface after all, and I want to know more.
I know that my father is disappointed in me. I know that I have many shortcomings, but I will work hard to learn more and see more. "
"Prince, I am not disappointed in you, but I am worried about the people of the world.
I chose you as the Crown Prince and never thought of changing you. Otherwise, I would not have suppressed those restless people these days.
You don't have to waste your time trying to find out those things. While I'm still sober, just ask more and look more if there's anything you don't understand.
As for testing me, you'd better put away those little thoughts.
I came from the crown prince's family, and I know your worries. Now we are the only two of us here, so I'll just open up about this. You should calm down and learn how to control people, instead of thinking about how to defend yourself against them?"
Hua Zhang's face blushed, but his heart felt much calmer.
Hua Shunming continued, "As for Gu Wenheng, if you have doubts about him, you should make full use of him and let him govern everywhere. He is much more useful than those mediocre people in the court."
Hua Zhang originally didn't take Gu Wenheng seriously, thinking that it was just Hua Shunming's preference.
Now it seems that we need to re-evaluate this person.
"I will consider it carefully."
After hearing his answer, Hua Shunming felt somewhat satisfied. If he continued to follow his words, it would be too indecisive.
The conversation between the father and son in the study was not revealed to outsiders, but from today on, the prince had an even more confident look on his face.
Sometimes, she even disregarded her dignity and followed the emperor closely in the court or palace.
When the other princes saw this scene, they were secretly resentful, but there was nothing they could do.
Nowadays, the harem is controlled by Queen Zhou, their mothers have been punished, and they cannot get involved in the harem.
The ministers in the court were too busy with the account checking to take care of them. Even if they had many plans in their minds, they had to hold them back.
Many things were not checked, and coupled with the accumulation over so many years, Hua Shunming really found many mistakes.
Hua Shunming did not deal with the matter directly, but instead used the excuse of being unwell to push everything onto the prince.
The prince knew that this was an opportunity for him to establish his authority, so he led his men to start a drastic punishment.
Little did he know that Hua Shunming finally breathed a sigh of relief. He had never seen such a clingy prince, and his side was finally quiet.
(End of this chapter)
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