strictlysupreme Chapter 361 Take action!
Chapter 361 Take action!
The words "You are teaching me how to do things" scared Liu Shouren so much that he broke out in a cold sweat.
His Majesty is angry!
Liu Shouren was shocked and secretly pulled Chu Ning's sleeve, signaling Chu Ning to kneel down and apologize.
Unexpectedly, Chu Ning raised the corner of his mouth slightly and chuckled: "Father, why are you angry? I am just reminding you.
Now, all the officials in the Ministry of Revenue in the prison have left Beijing and are unwilling to serve our dynasty. There are too many vacant positions in the Ministry of Revenue, which will definitely attract attention.
With such a good opportunity, all parties want to place people in the Ministry of Revenue. Isn't your father worried about repeating the same mistake?"
The emperor narrowed his eyes and stared at Chu Ning coldly: "Then if you transfer the governors of the four counties of Bingzhou to the Ministry of Revenue, don't I worry that the Ministry of Revenue will become yours?"
Still speaking from the heart!
This cheap emperor doesn't like anything except balancing the forces of all parties.
Chu Ning shook his head: "Father, the money in the treasury was recovered by me. To be honest, I am very disrespectful. So what if I give the Ministry of Revenue to you?"
The emperor glared and was about to scold him.
But Chu Ning continued with a smile: "Father, I am now in charge of the facial mask and refined salt business, and I pay a lot of taxes every month. Don't you worry that I will pay less tax?
The four prefecture governors are in Bingzhou and are very familiar with the refined salt and facial mask business. With them in the Ministry of Revenue, how dare I, your son, pay less?"
Threat, this brat is actually threatening me!
Those four county governors are obviously your Chu Ning's men. Even if you pay less taxes, they dare not say it.
But the problem is that if other people become officials in the Ministry of Revenue, this brat will have to pay less taxes.
Facial masks and refined salt are both consumables with huge demand. The tax silver is several hundred thousand taels every month. The loss of this large sum of silver is a loss to the court.
The emperor glared at Chu Ning fiercely: "What do you mean by this? Are you threatening me?"
Chu Ning shrugged: "If you want to think so, then just pretend I didn't say anything. It's getting late, and I have to go back to accompany Wanying. I'll take my leave."
After saying that, Chu Ning turned and left.
The emperor stared coldly at Chu Ning's departing back without trying to keep him.
Liu Shouren smiled bitterly and saluted: "Your Majesty, your humble servant..."
"and many more!"
The emperor looked at Liu Shouren with an indifferent expression and asked, "What do you think of what the King of Chu just said?"
"This……"
Liu Shouren hesitated for a moment and replied cautiously: "Your Majesty, the four governors and I have known each other for a long time, and given their abilities, they are more than capable of handling this important task.
I have worked with them for a long time. If they could come to the Ministry of Revenue, they would definitely help me handle the affairs of the Ministry properly.
As for Bingzhou, His Royal Highness the King of Chu has made his own arrangements to ensure that nothing goes wrong."
Foolproof?
With such a solemn oath, it seems that Liu Shouren should know something about the things in Bingzhou.
The emperor narrowed his eyes and a gleam of light flashed.
After hesitating for a moment, the emperor finally nodded and agreed: "In this case, let's do as Chu Ning said and transfer the four county governors to the Ministry of Revenue!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Liu Shouren was overjoyed and bowed quickly.
Then the emperor waved his hand, signaling Liu Shouren to leave.
Looking at Liu Shouren's departing back, the emperor suddenly shouted, "Shadow Guard!"
"Your Majesty!" The shadow guard appeared silently from the darkness in the hall.
The emperor asked indifferently, "What's the situation in Bingzhou?"
"This……"
The shadow guard hesitated for a moment, then suddenly knelt on the ground and said, "Your Majesty, since His Royal Highness the King of Chu took over Bingzhou and strengthened management, many of the shadow guards have been exposed and have to leave.
There are a few others who have not been exposed but are unable to get the secrets. The only news that can be obtained so far is that the King of Chu is vigorously digging for salt mines.
It is said that the King of Chu intends to expand the refined salt business, and even sell it to other dynasties to earn money. "
Expanding refined salt business?
The emperor frowned: "This kid is quite ambitious. He actually wants to sell it to other dynasties. He wants to completely cut off the family's business in this area."
Shaking his head, the emperor asked again: "How is the military situation in Bingzhou?"
"This……"
The shadow guard hesitated again: "Your Majesty, Bingzhou has been continuously recruiting soldiers, but the requirements are very strict. We have not yet found out how many soldiers have been recruited.
Ever since Han Xing went to Bingzhou, security in the military camp has been tightened and our people cannot get close to the camp.
However, judging from the current information, I believe that the number of Bingzhou soldiers and horses should be around 100,000!"
The emperor nodded slightly, showing satisfaction.
In the last battle of Dingxiang City, there were only about 60,000 soldiers and horses left on the front line of the Great Zhao. After a year, the number of soldiers and horses was restored to 100,000, which is really good.
Anyway, the court doesn't have to pay for the salaries and food for these soldiers, saving a lot of money!
"Forget it, since he said he is absolutely sure to ensure Bingzhou is safe, I will believe him this time!"
The emperor immediately shouted to the outside of the palace: "Come here, immediately issue an order to summon the governors of the four counties of Bingzhou to the capital, and allow them to bring some officials to the Ministry of Revenue to serve!"
"Yes!" Zhao Ming immediately went down to convey the order outside the hall.
Within an hour, the news spread throughout the entire Kyoto city.
The prince, who was the first to receive the news, was instantly furious.
"Chu! Ning!"
The furious prince slammed his palm on the table and said fiercely: "Damn Chu Ning, it's you again!"
He Peng, who came to report to His Highness, smiled bitterly: "Your Highness, calm down, the matter is a foregone conclusion, and you must not hurt your body because of this matter."
The prince was furious. With a wave of his right hand, all the pens, ink, paper and inkstone on the table fell to the ground.
"There are so many officials in the Ministry of Revenue, but my father actually gave them all to officials from Bingzhou. He wants to make use of Chu Ning!"
The prince became angrier and angrier as he spoke: "Once the Ministry of Revenue becomes Chu Ning's alone, I will be controlled by him in everything I do in the future."
The Ministry of Revenue is in charge of the silver in the national treasury. Many things cannot be avoided without silver, and even more so without the Ministry of Revenue. Whoever controls the Ministry of Revenue has a say in the court.
Originally, Chu Ning was just an illegitimate child, who was made king because of his great contributions on the front lines.
But even so, Chu Ning had no foundation in the court, no connections, and no support from aristocratic families, so no one took him seriously.
But once Chu Ning takes control of the Ministry of Revenue, the situation will be completely different.
Many ministers in the court will have to look at Chu Ning’s face from now on!
He Peng looked at the angry prince and couldn't help but whispered to comfort him: "Your Highness, with so many officials from Bingzhou coming to Kyoto City, Bingzhou will surely be in chaos in a short period of time. If Da Zhao gets the news, they will definitely take the opportunity to take action.
Moreover, the officials of Bingzhou are not monolithic, and some of them are greedy and lustful. If we just lure them, we may be able to recruit many people."
In a word, Chu Ning cannot be allowed to control the Ministry of Revenue, nor can Chu Ning's Bingzhou be allowed to continue to develop!
The prince reacted, a ruthless look appeared on his face: "Very good, it's not that easy for Chu Ning to control the Ministry of Revenue!
However, I cannot do this alone, I must involve others.”
Since the emperor favors Chu Ning so much, let’s let Kyoto City fall into complete chaos!
As long as there is chaos, the imperial examination will never be held!
Of course, if the front line could put pressure on Bingzhou and make Chu Ning too busy to handle everything, it would be better if Chu Ning could go to Bingzhou in person.
Once Chu Ning leaves Beijing, the Ministry of Revenue’s affairs will be easier to handle!