At this time, Zhang Jing took out two secret documents from his sleeve and said: "The cabinet has not drafted a secret document. It's just that Yuan Fu and Zhao Gelao each submitted a secret document, and they both stated their opinions on this matter." Yuan Fu’s opinion is to just dismiss him, but Zhao Ge Lao’s idea is to kill him as a warning to others.”
A secret disclosure is a kind of official document in which cabinet ministers secretly report the gains and losses of the government to the emperor. Since no copies are issued without failing to comply with six subjects, it is mostly used as a way for cabinet ministers and the emperor to conveniently exchange opinions on relevant policies.
Zhu Yijun took over the two secret revelations, looked at them, and said: "Although Zhao Zhenji is a bachelor who joined the cabinet during the late emperor's time and is quite qualified, if Mr. Yuanfu Zhang really wants to ignore his opinions, he will just press I won't say anything when it comes to my own opinions and votes. He is the chief minister, so do I have to force him to unify the opinions of the cabinet ministers first without having the qualifications to oppose all opinions?"
"Of course the emperor said so, but Yuan Fu must have a reason for doing this."
Zhang Jing said.
Zhu Yijun said: "He has made the mistake of being a teacher again and wants to test me!"
"Nothing can be hidden from the Emperor."
Zhang Jing replied with a smile.
Then, Zhu Yijun asked: "How is Yu Maoxue's official reputation? Why does he dare to criticize the New Deal at this time of year?"
"According to Dongchang's investigation, this person is an upright official, his family is not rich, and his clan has a large population. He is the first Jinshi in his clan, so he has many clansmen to take care of, and he is still renting a house in the capital. He lives in a house, but he likes to speak out. When he was in Nanjing Hu Ke Yougei Shizhong, he spoke out on the case of Minister Wang, complaining about the injustice of Gaoxin."
Zhang Jing replied.
Zhu Yijun nodded after hearing this: "No wonder Mr. Yuanfu Zhang just wants to dismiss him. However, Zhao Zhenji does act fiercely. Regardless of his character, if he dares to be the leader, he will be cut off."
Zhang Jing smiled slightly and said nothing.
Zhu Yijun himself continued: "This matter is not difficult. As the saying goes, it is easy to do things if you have money. After the court tomorrow, if you leave him and Mr. Yuanfu Zhang behind, you can say that I have called Yuntai right."
"According to the order!"
The next day.
It’s the day again when we have to go to court every Wednesday, Saturday, and September.
Zhu Yijun rode the royal chariot, squinting his sleepy eyes, and came to Xunzhi Gate in a daze.
When Zhu Yijun opened his eyes and looked at the eunuchs walking around in the palace, he also found that after he decided to make up for the salary owed by everyone in the inner court, the eunuchs and maidens in the inner court became much more active in their work. , even though it was such an early morning, the snow had almost been swept away, and I could run much faster.
Suddenly, Zhu Yijun saw that the little chamberlain who was changing the wick did not simply hide behind the corner of the palace wall when he saw the imperial chariot as usual. Instead, he took the initiative to appear next to the imperial chariot, knelt on the ground where the snow had just been swept, and buried his head deeply. He was buried deep in the snow, waiting for his chariot to pass by.
This can be regarded as a way for little people to express their good feelings.
Zhu Yijun couldn't help but smile slightly.
Affected by the strict attendance check last year, no courtiers dare to miss work casually. Even the nobles who are usually lazy have lined up their morning duties and are waiting. Although everyone is yawning, at least they have begun to pay attention to the early morning system. Be respectful.
Morning court is just a process, and most of them discuss unimportant matters.
After all, there is no need to discuss important matters in a crowded court meeting, and the discussion will not be possible, and many people will not be able to hear it.
So, the morning court ended not long after.
Zhang Juzheng and Yu Maoxue also came to Yuntai Gate after this, led by their eunuchs.
Zhu Yijun was sitting inside the door. After the two of them bowed, he looked at Yu Maoxue: "Do you know why I want to see you?"
Yu Maoxue said: "Of course His Majesty was moved by what he said, and realized that what he did in the New Deal was indeed inappropriate."
Zhu Yijun sneered after hearing this, and then said: "I have no intention of canceling the exam!"
"Although your Majesty is young, you should not entrust the government of the country to the leader, lest he appears to be a loyal minister but is actually a cunning and deceitful person!"
Yu Maoxue replied.
After hearing this, Zhu Yijun glanced at Zhang Juzheng. Seeing Zhang Juzheng's calm expression, he nodded and said, "Do you want to alienate me from my minister?"
Yu Maoxue said: "I have no intention of estrangement, but I hope your Majesty will understand clearly."
Zhu Yijun nodded: "I can tell you that regarding your criticism of the New Deal, according to the wishes of Cabinet Minister Zhao Qing, I want you to beheaded, but sir just wants to dismiss you."
"Whether I live or die, it all depends on Your Majesty. There is no need for others to show favors."
Yu Mao learned Taoism.
After hearing this, Zhu Yijun took a deep breath and said: "I know that all gentlemen are ashamed of speaking for power. You can't explain clearly why you object to passing the exam, but you only express your opposition on the grounds that strict administration will cause hardship and Dharma secrets will disturb you."
"But in fact, I know that your objection to passing the exam is not because you are unwilling to accept the hardships of political strictness and Dharma secrets. After all, if you can't bear the toil of filing documents, there is no need to become an official."
"Qing was born in a poor family, and as an official he was honest and did not take bribes, so he did not have much savings. However, the imperial court had been short of money over the years, resulting in insufficient official salary all year round. In addition, he had to support his family and benefit the tribe, so that an incorruptible official like Qing was , the livelihood is quite difficult, but it is difficult to talk about profit, otherwise it will be unruly and unruly."
"Fortunately, the government was not strict before the imperial court. Although it was difficult to make a living, it was at least easy. In addition, as a public speaker, I was not suppressed by the superior officials. I could even criticize the current ills and express my dissatisfaction;"
"But now, the imperial examination is too strict. As a result, this official not only has no income, but also does not enjoy his job. He also has to be reprimanded by cabinet ministers and is given the reputation of being a vegetarian. However, it is difficult for him to accept bribes and ruin his innocence. Going against your life-long beliefs, not to mention the current exams are too strict, and adding the crime of corruption will not only make it difficult to get an official position, but also make it difficult to save your life."
When Zhu Yijun said this, Yu Maoxue actually started to sob.
"So, it can be said that I am very dissatisfied with my passing the examination. I feel that the cabinet ministers are not considerate of their subordinates, and they are blinding the emperor, not letting the emperor know his difficulties, and using the emperor's favor and trust, he is harshly criticizing himself, who has just entered the official position. Official, he said that he was unworthy of the imperial court and did not have the spirit to innovate and eliminate shortcomings."
"There must be many dissatisfied officials in the capital like you, and most of them have always been regarded as honest and upright officials in your eyes, so that they gave you the impression that this new policy is indeed unpopular and does not please gentlemen. If you realize that this is bad governance, you should speak out as a gentleman in the world."
When Zhu Yijun said this, he asked Yu Maoxue: "Am I right?"
Yu Maoxue did not answer.
Zhu Yijun said: "Yesterday, when Mr. Yuanfu Zhang talked to me about Zhao Qing in the cabinet, he mentioned that 'a minister should be sincere in matters, and sincerity will have no gaps, so it is better to disobey than to deceive.' With such a sentence, I I think it makes sense, if you really want to be a loyal and upright minister, you should first show your sincerity to the emperor, and then consider whether you can demonstrate your ability and virtuousness."
After hearing this, Yu Maoxue choked up and replied, "Yes! Your Majesty is wise!"
Zhu Yijun nodded and asked again: "So, is it really because of the serious shortage of official salary and the severe pressure on political affairs that the dissatisfaction arises?"
After Zhu Yijun asked, he said: "I know that according to the principles of sages and sages, a gentleman is known as righteousness, and a villain is known as benefit. Therefore, when you call yourself a gentleman, you naturally feel that a gentleman should be ashamed of speaking for profit, and he does not want to admit that it is because of insufficient official salary. . But you should still tell me the truth, so as not to bully me or yourself."
"I am guilty of not being sincere to Your Majesty!"
Yu Maoxue suddenly bowed his head to the ground and started crying.
