amaotonovel Chapter 1535: 1 emperor and 1 courtier
Chapter 1535: 1 emperor and 1 courtier
Chapter 1535: One Emperor and One Courtier
This is one of the problems left by the late emperor.
Although the late emperor was not a workaholic, what he had done in recent years, especially in the past twenty years, were indeed what only a workaholic could do.
As a result, the current Zhongshu has become accustomed to sending copies of all matters of the fifth rank and above to the emperor.
Such a huge workload caught the novice emperor Jianlong off guard.
He pulled Shen Yi to sit down and sighed: "Now I know how hard my father has worked for so many years. I don't know how he managed to get through it."
Mr. Shen bowed his head slightly and said, "Your Majesty may not know that when the late emperor first ascended the throne, the court... was not ruled by the late emperor."
"Later, in the second year after the late emperor took power, we suffered a great defeat. At that time, the court had no fighting spirit, and we were constantly losing battles. Japanese pirates were rampant along the southeast coast. It can be said that we were facing internal and external troubles. If we were not careful, the country would be destroyed and our family would be ruined."
"The late emperor at that time did not dare to slack off at all. He could only work hard on government affairs from morning till night. Later..."
Mr. Shen sighed and didn't continue.
After he conquered the capital of Yan, the court no longer had any immediate worries, but it still had a long way to go in the long run. Logically speaking, Emperor Hongde should have enjoyed himself after fighting for so many years, but after unifying the country, Emperor Hongde was still diligent in his work, but he was probably burdened by his "false reputation".
The big pie of "Emperor Taizu" painted for him by Mr. Shen in his early years made this emperor never slack off throughout his life.
However, the second half of this could not be said in front of the son. After all, in this world, actions are judged rather than intentions. Emperor Hongde followed through from beginning to end, so he was naturally wise from the inside out.
"As for later on, I just couldn't bear to see the country that the soldiers had fought so hard for be destroyed."
"It was really difficult for my father's generation."
The emperor sighed and said, "If I were in his position, I would have collapsed long ago."
After the two chatted for a while, Emperor Jianlong smiled and said to Shen Yi, "Father-in-law, my brother-in-law is now working in the north, while my brother-in-law is doing nothing at home. I am thinking whether I should arrange a job for him so that he can help me."
Mr. Shen was startled for a moment before he realized he was talking about Shen Ji, and asked, "How is Your Majesty going to arrange for him?"
"I have two ideas."
"First, let him go to the Ministry of Works to take up a post, starting as a deputy minister, so that he can become familiar with the affairs of the court."
"The second one..."
He looked at Shen Yi and said softly, "Let him work in the Dibao Department."
"What do you think, father-in-law?"
Master Shen looked calm: "I will follow your majesty's arrangements."
The emperor nodded first, then continued: "My father has just passed away, so it is not appropriate to have another marriage within a year. The marriage that my father originally instructed will be scheduled for a year later. How do you think I will personally arrange the marriage between Shen Ji and my sister?"
Mr. Shen had no objection and nodded in agreement.
Emperor Jianlong held Shen Yi and chattered for a while, then suddenly lowered his voice and said, "There is one more thing I want to ask my father-in-law."
Shen Yi lowered his head slightly: "Your Majesty, just say it."
"The Sun family..."
The new emperor whispered: "How to deal with the Sun family..."
"Just wait a moment."
Mr. Shen said, "Your Majesty has only been on the throne for a short time, so you have to wait for some time before doing these things. As for the future, it depends on whether the Sun family knows how to restrain themselves."
"I understand."
The emperor sighed and said, "There are so many things to think about every day."
"Also, my biological mother is still alive, father-in-law, please see..."
"Only two Empress Dowagers can coexist."
"it is good."
The emperor looked at Shen Yi, bowed his head slightly and said: "Thank you for your help, father-in-law, otherwise I really don't know what to do now."
Shen Yi shook his head slightly and did not answer. Instead, he asked, "Your Majesty's mother's family..."
Emperor Jianlong said silently: "I have hardly seen it since I was a child."
"Give him the title of Earl and give him some money and other things."
He looked at Shen Yi and said, "Don't worry, I will make them restrain themselves and they will not become the second Sun family."
"This is your Majesty's family affair. I will not interfere."
At this point, Shen Yi paused and said, "Your Majesty, I want to see the Queen."
The emperor quickly said, "I will take my father-in-law to see the queen."
Mr. Shen shook his head and said, "Your Majesty, I will just meet you in the side hall."
The emperor had no choice but to nod and ask someone to invite Empress Shen over. He stayed with Shen Yi to talk. After a cup of tea, Empress Shen, supported by the palace servants, came to the side hall of Ganlu Palace. She trotted over quickly with tears in her eyes: "Father..."
Mr. Shen did not bow, but just looked at his daughter's face. After a moment, he sighed, "It's been two months, and you haven't come home yet."
Empress Shen wiped her tears and said, "Father, you don't know. After the death of the late emperor, there are so many things in the palace. If it weren't for the help of mother... the queen mother, I don't know what to do."
Mr. Shen smiled at her and said, "When you are free, come back home often. Your mother misses you very much, and your brothers and sisters at home are thinking about you too."
"it is good."
Queen Shen wiped her tears and said with a smile: "My daughter misses them too."
"There are many things to do in the palace, and there are many rules."
Mr. Shen said silently: "Control your temper, this is not your own home anymore."
"Ah."
Empress Shen smiled and said, "Your majesty is so powerful that no one dares to bully your daughter. The empress dowager is always polite to her."
Lord Shen hesitated to speak, then said silently: "If you are wronged, just go home."
"Dad can still protect you."
"it is good."
Queen Shen nodded obediently, pulled Shen Yi's sleeve, and said coquettishly: "Dad is the best to me."
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A few more days passed, and when Lord Shen was busy sorting out the military situation in Liaodong, someone came to ask for a meeting.
Soon, Jiang Sheng invited the visitor into Lord Shen's study. Lord Shen looked up and slowly stood up: "Marshal Lu is here."
Lu Sheng of the Internal Guard.
Lu Sheng bowed to Shen Yi and said, "My Lord, I am here to say goodbye to you."
Shen Yi walked up to him, looked at him, frowned and asked, "Where are you going, Lu Shuai?"
"Return to Jiankang."
Lu Sheng smiled and said, "I was born and raised in Jiankang. I have worked for the court for thirty years. Now that I am finally able to return home, I will naturally go back to my hometown and spend the rest of my life in peace."
The head of the Internal Guard has been in charge of the Internal Guard for more than 20 years, and his hair has turned from black to white.
Lord Shen frowned and said, "Your Majesty is so anxious..."
"It's not a big rush."
Lu Sheng smiled peacefully: "When the late emperor ascended the throne, he was also eager to take over the inner guards. At that time, the late emperor had not yet taken power, but he had already taken charge of the inner guards."
"The current emperor is an adult crown prince, so it's not surprising that he succeeds to the throne sooner."
Shen Yi nodded silently and asked, "What are your plans after returning home, Commander Lu?"
"My children and grandchildren are all in Jiankang. At my age, what else can I do? After I go back, I will go fishing and plant some crops."
"Live the rest of your life in peace."
Master Shen frowned and said, "Marshal Lu has worked hard for thirty years, didn't His Majesty give him any reward?"
"Of course I have. I rewarded Lu with a large house."
Lu Sheng smiled from the bottom of his heart.
"I am already very content."
Shen Yi sighed and said, "Marshal Lu has been in the inner guard for thirty years. He may have offended many people in secret. He must be careful when he returns home."
"Don't worry, Lord Marquis."
Lu Sheng lowered his head and said, "At my age, there is nothing to fear anymore. Besides, they may not be able to find me."
After Shen Yi thought about it, he turned around and walked to his desk, picked up a pen and wrote down two names, stamped them with his own seal, and said, "These are the people in charge of the Jiankang Dibao Division. If there is anything, General Lu can go to them and mention my name."
Lu Sheng took it with both hands and bowed his head deeply.
"Thank you, Lord Marquis."
"We are old acquaintances. You are welcome."
Mr. Shen sighed: "When will Lu Shuai leave? I will see him off."
"We'll be leaving in a moment."
He bowed his head to Shen Yi and said, "I dare not trouble you, Lord. If you go, I will not be able to leave Yanjing quietly."
Mr. Shen thought for a moment, then nodded and said, "Okay then."
He saluted and said, "General Lu has made great contributions to the prosperity of Dachen over the past twenty years. The journey ahead is long and steep, so take care."
Lu Sheng bowed in return: "Take care, my Lord."
Lord Shen looked at him and smiled.
"Wait a few years, when I have some free time, I'll go and have a drink with Master Lu."
"it is good."
Lu Sheng grinned.
"I am waiting for you, my Lord."
After that, he turned and left.
Mr. Shen stood at the door, watching Lu Sheng gradually walk away with a slightly desolate back, and sighed slightly.
"It's true that a new emperor chooses new ministers."
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(End of this chapter)