In the pouring rain, His Majesty Li Er entered the political hall with a gloomy expression.
The disaster is urgent and cannot be delayed for a moment.
Jingyang was different from Shaanzhou. Even if the entire Shaanzhou was razed to the ground by floods, it would only erase an inconspicuous county town from the Tang Dynasty's territory and delete tens of thousands of people from the household register. Jingyang itself is not a large county, with a population of only tens of thousands. Although it is close to the capital, it is not the reason why His Majesty Li Er attaches so much importance to it.
Just because not far downstream from Jingyang is Xianyang City...
Once the Jinghe River breaks its banks in Jingyang, the flood will inevitably flow down the terrain, and will sweep Xianyang City into it uncontrollably.
As an important town in ancient times, Xianyang's status was very important, and there were hundreds of thousands of merchants and merchants living inside and outside the city. Once the floods fell from the sky, the blow to the Tang Dynasty would be absolutely irreparable.
Since ancient times, water and fire have been merciless. No matter how powerful a dynasty is in the face of such natural disasters, it is at a loss. Even a disaster can often cause a violent chain reaction, leading to the collapse of the dynasty. It is not impossible...
Of course, now that the Tang Dynasty is prosperous and splendid, it is natural that there will be a situation like the end of the dynasty.
The reason why His Majesty Li Er attaches so much importance to the floods is that the losses suffered by the people in the face of floods are one aspect, and the other aspect is related to the political situation...
In the past, floods in Shaanxi County swallowed up people's bodies and property, and destroyed countless houses and bridges. Now Jingyang and other counties are facing the Jinghe River bursting its banks. Once the disaster occurs again, rumors will surely arise in the market!
In the eyes of the ancients, the emperor was the son of heaven and not a mortal.
Once the emperor loses his virtue, God will be aware of it and will definitely send disasters to warn the emperor and make him change his behavior. Otherwise, the citizens of the world will bear the responsibility.
Therefore, if there were frequent natural disasters in those years, the first thing that everyone from the civil and military ministers to the common people would think of was not how to provide disaster relief or how to prevent disasters, but to explore whether the emperor had done something wrong again, causing God to warn him?
Therefore, once a major natural disaster occurs in the world, the most nervous person is the emperor, because if this kind of thing fails, people with ulterior motives may take advantage of it to incite public opinion to spread rumors and cause trouble, leading to instability in the government and the country...
Sure enough, His Majesty Li Er had just arrived at the political hall and had not yet taken his seat. Shangshu Zuocheng Wei Cong bowed to the ground with a solemn look and a sad tone: "Your Majesty has learned clearly that since the tenth year of Zhenguan, disasters have been frequent in the Tang Dynasty, including floods, droughts and epidemics. The disasters have been going on for several years, and this must be a warning from God."
His Majesty Li Er almost laughed angrily. When he heard this, he looked unkind and said in a cold voice: "You mean that my personal ethics are lacking, my behavior is inappropriate, I am stupid and ignorant, and I am not to blame, and even the policies I have implemented are at fault." Is it too much to act after losing something?"
Mother!
I have worked hard to be thrifty and resourceful. There are few emperors in ancient times who are more frugal and hard-working than me. But in the end, you say that I did something wrong and was condemned by God for disaster?
This is simply unreasonable!
As the current top official of the Ministry of War, Fang Jun also has the qualifications to come to the Political Affairs Hall to listen to politics, but he is only there to listen, not to speak. At this moment, he was sitting in a corner on one side, next to him was Liu Dewei, Minister of the Ministry of Justice. The two of them were acquaintances and had just exchanged a few words.
Not far in front were the three princes who were favored by His Majesty Li Er, namely the Crown Prince, King Wu, and King Jin, lined up in a row.
After hearing Wei Cong's words, Fang Jun looked at each other in surprise with Liu Dewei beside him, and both saw the surprise in the other's eyes.
Is this person crazy?
It's not that as the emperor, you cannot disobey, His Majesty Li Er still allows ministers to speak. Even if what you say is wrong, you will not be punished for your words easily.
But now Wei Cong not only openly condemned the emperor's immorality, but even questioned His Majesty Li Er's most proud "political achievements". What is the difference between this and seeking death?
Everyone in the political hall looked at Wei Cong like a fool. Changsun Wuji's eyes could even kill someone...
I don’t know how this idiot who can’t even understand his words climbed to the position of Minister Zuocheng?
Wei Cong was baffled by everyone's expressions. When he saw His Majesty Li Er's eyes sparkling with fire, he was suddenly startled and woke up. With a "bang" in his mind, he realized that he had made a big mistake and hurriedly covered his head. The Khan said: "Your Majesty has misunderstood. I am not questioning your Majesty... Your Majesty has been sleeping hard and working hard since he came to the throne. He has never enjoyed half of the luxury in the world. The political situation is stable, the government is clear, and the people of the world live and work in peace and contentment... Such merits are rare throughout the ages. The sun is shining brightly, and who among the subjects of the Tang Dynasty does not know about it? Since they have not made any mistakes, how can they receive warnings from heaven?"
His Majesty Li Er looked a little better now, but he was still dissatisfied and asked: "Then what is the purpose of your mindless words?"
Wei Cong said hurriedly: "It is true that your Majesty has not worked hard to govern, which is an example for all emperors, but you are indeed not the only one in the world who is the son of the gods. The gods sent down fire to warn the world, but it does not necessarily condemn your majesty..."
His Majesty Li Er didn't turn around for a while. Hearing this, he said angrily: "How outrageous! I was appointed by heaven and am the emperor of the world. Besides me, who else is the son of heaven?"
There are no two days in the sky, and no two masters among the people. How dare anyone dare to be called the Son of Heaven like the emperor?
Such people simply don’t exist, because even if they had ten heads, they would all have to be chopped off...
Wei Cong was so frightened that he knelt down in the hall...
All the ministers almost covered their faces and couldn't bear to look at him. Isn't this man too spineless? Either you speak politely, or you have to be mentally prepared to speak out. Talking nonsense and not knowing what to say but being so courageous... is simply a shame for an official.
Liu Jie on the side was already staring at Wei Cong with stern eyes. He was planning to impeach this Jingzhao Weishi's disciple after he went back, and use Jingzhao Weishi's name to give himself a reputation. value……
No matter how good a target is, wouldn’t it be a waste if it is left unused?
His Majesty Li Er was also speechless, thinking to himself: Why is this man so weak?
He was unhappy in his heart and his tone became more and more unkind: "If you have something to say, say it to me properly. If you have nothing to say, get out of here immediately. This is the center of the empire's political affairs. How can we allow you to talk nonsense like this?"
Wei Cong turned pale with fright and swallowed. He really wanted to obey His Majesty's words and get out of here immediately... But at the end of his eyes, he caught a glimpse of Zhang Sun Wuji's gloomy face, so he had to suppress the fear in his heart and steel himself. The scalp said: "Your Majesty knows clearly that the humble minister is not talking nonsense. The prince is also a king. Your Majesty is the emperor, so the prince is naturally the emperor. The monarch loses his virtue, so the disaster warning from heaven is not just a warning to your majesty. If the prince loses his virtue, , I think God will also send a warning..."
All the officials were stunned, and some even laughed out loud.
I have seen people who are messy, but I have never seen people who are so messy and messy...
Where is this fallacy?
How can the crown prince be the king if there is no day in the sky?
However, some people can't laugh. How can this be nonsense? They were clearly targeting the prince, wanting him to take the blame for the natural disaster!
What a vicious intention!
The prince on the seat turned pale for a moment, clenching his teeth tightly and waiting for Wei Cong. His hands were pressed on the table in front of him, and blue veins were bulging, which showed how turbulent the anger in his heart was!
Wei Congfei not only blamed the natural disasters on his prince, who caused the disasters to the people of the world, but also elevated his status as the "Crown Prince" infinitely, to almost the same height as His Majesty Li Er...
This is heart-breaking!
The prince couldn't help it and wanted to open his mouth to defend himself, but before he could speak, the leg where he was kneeling was pinched hard...
The prince turned his head in astonishment and looked at King Wu Li Ke beside him. He didn't know why he wanted to stop him. Could it be that he allowed these gang of rebellious ministers and traitors to frame him, but he couldn't even refute it?
Li Ke pinched the prince to stop him from arguing in anger. He opened his lips slightly and said in a low voice: "Don't be impatient for a moment."
The prince had not noticed it in his rage just now, but he could see clearly that Fang Xuanling, who was sitting opposite, twirled his beard and shook his head slightly...
The prince didn't know what Li Ke was planning, but the two of them had been very close to each other recently, and they trusted each other without the barrier of reserve status, so he had no choice but to endure the anger in his heart, pursed his lips and remained silent.
There was silence in the main hall, except for the heavy rain falling outside the window. Everyone held their breath and waited to see how His Majesty Li Er would react...
His Majesty Li Er stared at Wei Cong with burning eyes, feeling very scared.
He wanted to support the King of Wei or the King of Jin to replace the crown prince, but he was absolutely unwilling to see his sons using such an all-out method to attack each other.
Is the prince also a king?
This is no longer just a dynasty war, but an unlimited attack that will definitely lead to the death of the prince...
