"What!?"
After hearing Zhao Junchen's words, all the "Zhao Party" officials in the main hall couldn't help but be shocked. 【Latest chapter reading】High speed
When did Zhao Junchen, who had always been reserved and low-key, become so ambitious and ambitious? Not only do they have to compete with the two elders Shen Changmao and Huang Yourong for power at the same time, but they also have to provoke the chief minister Zhou Shangjing at the same time?
Isn't this looking for death?
Everyone's face turned pale when they thought that the "Zhao Party" faction would be counterattacked by the three cabinet elders in the future.
After Zhan Shanchang and Zuo Lanshan looked at each other, Zhan Shanchang finally spoke first: "Sir, are we too anxious to do this...?"
Zuo Lanshan also nodded repeatedly and said: "Yes, sir, why don't we take it step by step? We are going to break up with three pavilion elders at the same time. With our current power and influence, I'm afraid we won't be able to cope with it."
Gu Quan also said calmly: "Actually, Huang Yourong and Shen Changmao are okay. We are not afraid of them after all, but Zhou Shoufu..."
As Zhan Shanchang, Zuo Lanshan and Gu Quan expressed their opinions, all the "Zhao Party" officials expressed their agreement. Only Wei Huai from Xichang looked thoughtful and did not express an opinion.
Although everyone objected, Zhao Junchen looked confident. After a gentle smile, he explained: "Actually, the current situation in the temple was created by Zhou Shangjing, because in the current situation , we, Huang Yourong, Shen Changmao and others, cannot threaten Zhou Shangjing at all, and His Majesty will not doubt Zhou Shangjing excessively, and Zhou Shangjing can firmly control the overall situation and obtain the greatest benefits, so he will definitely try his best to maintain the current situation The situation in the temple.
And if we want to expand our power, we will break this situation. Zhou Shangjing will inevitably be suppressed. It can be said that if those of us want to succeed, no matter how cautious we are, we will sooner or later become enemies with Zhou Shangjing. In this case, why should we still worry about whether we will offend Zhou Shangjing? Since you want to cause trouble, you might as well make it bigger, since sooner or later you will be suppressed by Zhou Shangjing. Why not fight with him openly and openly from the beginning? "
Although Zhao Junchen said this, these reasons still failed to convince everyone. All the "Zhao Party" officials also looked worried, silent and disapproving.
After all, Zhou Shangjing has been in charge of the court for decades. His power is majestic. It has long been deeply rooted in people's hearts. Zuo Lanshan and Zhan Shanchang are well aware of Zhou Shangjing's powerful methods. Now that Zhao Junchen wants to rashly go against Zhou Shangjing, how can they easily make up their minds?
…………
Seeing that everyone was still unable to make up their minds, Zhao Junchen frowned slightly and couldn't help but sigh secretly.
He had a reason for having to do it, but there were a lot of secrets involved. But after all, I couldn't tell them clearly.
In fact, the reason why Zhao Junchen wanted to provoke Zhou Shangjing, Huang Yourong, and Shen Changmao at the same time. It’s not that Zhao Junchen doesn’t know how high the sky is, but that Zhao Junchen understands that when Prince Zhu Heyu starts commercial and tax reforms, the situation in the court will inevitably be in chaos. Under such circumstances, whether Emperor Deqing or Zhou Shangjing, for the sake of the world, They will definitely do their best to stabilize the situation and prevent any changes from happening that will further disrupt the situation.
At that time, if Zhao Junchen wants to take advantage of the chaotic situation to fight for power, he will inevitably be suppressed by the combined efforts of Emperor Deqing and Zhou Shangjing. If he wants to gain any benefits, it will be impossible.
Therefore, Zhao Junchen had to conflict with the three pavilion elders before the situation became chaotic. Only in this way could the situation be further confused; the situation in the temple could be further separated from the control of Emperor Deqing and Zhou Shangjing; Only in this way can we expand our power in the following chaotic situation and gain more benefits for ourselves.
The most important thing is that once the prince Zhu Heyu started the commercial tax reform, even if Zhao Junchen offended the three cabinet elders, no matter how unfavorable the situation was, with the mentality of Emperor Deqing and Zhou Shangjing trying their best to maintain stability, it would be easy to get out of this situation. Nothing is lost by escaping from a conflict.
…………
But with such considerations in mind, Zhao Junchen could not explain clearly to the "Zhao Party" officials.
However, Zhao Junchen's next plan must have the full cooperation of these people.
Therefore, after Zhao Junchen hesitated for a moment, he finally decided to show some of his trump cards to reassure Zuo Lanshan and Zhan Shanchang.
In fact, since Zhao Junchen entered the temple, Zhao Junchen has been deeply worried about Zhou Shangjing's scheming and scheming methods. Just in case, Zhao Junchen has prepared several trump cards to deal with Zhou Shangjing. Although these trump cards are not enough to shake Zhou Shangjing's foundation, they can still make Zhou Shangjing compromise at a critical moment.
So, while everyone was silent, Zhao Junchen slowly spoke.
"My lords, have you ever thought about why there was so much resistance when His Majesty wanted to tour the South? It wasn't until I returned to Beijing and settled the money for the Southern Tour that I finally came to a conclusion?"
Everyone couldn't help but be surprised when Zhao Junchen suddenly mentioned something unrelated. Li Lide subconsciously said: "Isn't it because of the prince's strong opposition? If not..."
In the middle of speaking, Li Lide suddenly froze, because Li Lide suddenly thought that with the influence of the prince's power in the court, there was no way he could stop Emperor Deqing.
The only person who can do this is Zhou Shangjing, the first assistant in the whole court.
Therefore, Li Lide asked: "Sir, are you saying it's Zhou Shangjing?"
Zhao Junchen nodded with a smile and said: "Yes, if Zhou Shangjing hadn't also opposed His Majesty's southern tour, how could the situation have been stalemate? It's just that the prince's attitude was the most intense, which made Zhou Shangjing's opposition less conspicuous. But everyone Don't you find it strange, sir? You know, over the years, as long as Zhou Shangjing's interests are not touched, Zhou Shangjing has rarely opposed His Majesty's wishes in person. "
Hearing what Zhao Junchen said, all the "Zhao Party" officials were thoughtful.
Indeed, when Emperor Deqing wanted to tour the south, the fundamental reason why there was so much resistance was not the opposition of the prince's party, but the opposition of Zhou Shangjing! Only Zhou Shangjing could stalemate with Emperor Deqing in the temple.
But why did Zhou Shangjing go against Emperor Deqing because of a mere southern tour? This is for Zhou Shangjing. Offending Emperor Deqing for no reason did not bring any benefits. It can be said to be a thing that has hundreds of harms but only one benefit.
Seeing everyone thinking deeply. Zhao Junchen continued: "There is another strange thing. After the southern tour was confirmed, why did Zhou Shangjing give up the good job of staying in Beijing to assist the government, and instead wanted to accompany him to the south? This is also harmful to him. What’s the benefit?”
Upon hearing Zhao Junchen's inquiry, all the "Zhao Party" officials were stunned again.
For officials in the DPRK and China, the benefit of accompanying him on his southern tour was nothing more than gaining some divine favor. With Zhou Shangjing's current position and power, how could he care about this little favor? As for the errand of staying in Beijing to assist the government, he has great power. It is the easiest to seek benefits, but Zhou Shangjing actually gave up on his own initiative, which is unusual.
Just when everyone was thinking secretly, Zhao Junchen reminded: "Everyone must know that the eldest grandson of our chief minister, Zhou Suhai, is now serving as the magistrate of Suzhou Prefecture. Because several of Zhou's sons may have died early. , or lack of ability, this Lord Zhou Suhai is now highly valued by the Chief Assistant, and is even very likely to be the next head of the Zhou family."
Everyone's expressions changed when they heard the hints in Zhao Junchen's words.
Zuo Lanshan asked cautiously: "My lord, are you saying... there is a big accident in Suzhou that will endanger Zhou Suhai's career. So he was suppressed by the chief minister. However, once His Majesty tours the south, it is very likely that he will Exposed, that’s why the Chief Assistant will try his best to stop His Majesty from his southern tour, and then after failing to stop him, he wants to accompany him on the southern tour?”
Zhao Junchen did not admit it, but he did not deny it either. He just looked enigmatic and said with a smile: "There were rumors among the people that there were Japanese pirates in Suzhou a few days ago. Because the local government was not prepared enough, those The Japanese pirates even invaded Suzhou City and plundered it. Although they were finally driven away, the east side of Suzhou City was in a mess."
At this point, Zhao Junchen shook his head and sighed: "However, after all, it is just a rumor among the people. After all, the court has not received any news, so it must be false. Otherwise, Master Zhou Suhai's career will be completely ruined. Speaking of which, Suzhou's The scenery and culture are what people yearn for the most. Now that we are about to tour the south, I can take the opportunity to accompany your Majesty to visit."
Hearing what Zhao Junchen said, all Zhao Party officials' expressions changed.
If Zhao Junchen's suggestion comes true, then using this as a trump card, even if Zhou Shangjing cannot be defeated, it will be enough to make Zhou Shangjing give in.
…………
In the end, although all the "Zhao Party" officials were still a little worried, with Zhao Junchen's insistence, they finally agreed to Zhao Junchen's next plan.
When leaving Zhao Mansion, everyone looked solemn.
After all, they were going to be hostile to three pavilion elders at the same time. Although Zhao Junchen looked confident, they were still a little unsure.
After everyone left, only Wei Huai stayed in the main hall of Zhao Mansion, as if he had something to report.
Zhao Junchen's expression became more solemn. He looked at Wei Huai in front of him and asked slowly: "Those refugees gathered outside my house to beg me for justice. Who were they bewitching? The West Factory can find out who they are." ?”
Wei Huai shook his head, nodded again, and said, "I haven't found out clearly, but I can probably guess who is behind it."
Zhao Junchen was stunned, frowned and said, "How do you say that?"
Wei Huai explained: "Xichang did find some clues, but after halfway through, these clues were all broken, and it was impossible to pursue them any further, so there was no way to find out who was behind the scenes. But..."
When Wei Huai said this, Zhao Junchen already understood what he meant. After sighing, he said: "However, even your Xichang cannot find out the root cause. As far as I know, the power that can do this is in Beijing." There are only three factions up and down. Among these three factions, the only one who has the motive to do this is Zhou Shangjing."
The three factions mentioned by Zhao Junchen refer to Emperor Deqing, the seventh prince Zhu Hejian, and the chief minister Zhou Shangjing.
But Emperor Deqing never expected Zhao Junchen's reputation to change. There was no need for the seventh prince Zhu Hejian to do so. Only Zhou Shangjing could take advantage of Zhao Junchen's improved reputation to drive a wedge between Zhao Junchen and Emperor Deqing.
It seemed that when Zhao Junchen planned to attack Zhou Shangjing, Zhou Shangjing also planned to attack Zhao Junchen.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
ps: first. To be continued...)
