Joy of Life: I am a Han Dynasty succubus, and I rebel from the beginning

Chapter 207, The winner of the grand court meeting! Prince Jing's three-province and six-department system
Eunuch Hou announced the decree in his usual feminine voice.

"If you have something to do, start the show, if nothing happens, leave the court!"

"Your Majesty! I have something to report."

Liu Hong, who had just been named King of Pei, jumped out instantly.

Emperor Qing nodded, and everyone knew what Liu Hong wanted to do.

"Your Majesty! A thorough investigation of the assassination at the Hanging Temple has revealed that more than a hundred aristocratic families are involved, and they are capable of uprooting the power of other countries."

"It is all thanks to the garrison division and the soldiers of the city defense army who have devoted their lives, and some officials who have put order into the chaos. I implore Your Majesty to be clear about rewards and punishments, and reward those who have made contributions!"

After saying this, Liu Hong bowed deeply.

The benefited official immediately knelt down and begged Emperor Qing to settle the case.

Emperor Qing seemed to be thinking about something and did not express his opinion immediately.

"What do you think, my dear ministers?"

"Your Majesty, I think this is wrong! This time Liu Hong is just acting out of selfish motives and forming a clique to attack dissidents. He should be stripped of all his official titles and sent to prison immediately."

All the princes and ministers in the court were almost in an uproar.

Are you, Liu Hong, a little too greedy?

They had acquiesced to Liu Hong's promotion to the Duke of Pei and the main generals under his command.

Now you still want to step on the corpses of the aristocratic family to gain power and establish a new aristocratic family.

Do you take them seriously?

Even though the middle and lower-level families suffered almost complete losses, the top families, however, remained unscathed and some even made a fortune.

The six ministers of the court said almost nothing, and Chen Pingping also watched it all silently.

Now it’s a fight between their middle and lower-level officials.

Although it cannot influence Emperor Qing's decision, it can still put some pressure on him and curb Liu Hong's arrogance.

As expected, when the generals and officials who had originally regarded themselves as heroes heard this group of officials shouting, they became furious.

"What do you mean? Are you the remnants of the forces from other countries? When we were clearing out the forces, we should have killed you all as well."

"Cough cough cough..."

Liu Hong coughed softly.

The forces under his command immediately shut up, realizing that they had said the wrong thing.

The families that can maintain their status despite the bloodbath in Kyoto are all top-notch families.

It is not something that can be easily eliminated with Emperor Qing's tacit consent.

"I said that this time we cleansed up Kyoto, and we have wiped out all the foreign forces. As for what these officials said, it is indeed a bit biased."

Liu Hong glanced at the group of officials expressionlessly.

Wherever his eyes went, no official dared to look Liu Hong in the eye. They buried their heads deeply like ostriches.

He was afraid that he would become Liu Hong's main target if he was not careful.

Judging from Liu Hong's actions, it seems that he is placing his lifelong prestige on this.

Fan Jian and others were shocked and immediately felt that the situation was difficult.

According to Liu Hong's personality, he would never be the first to speak out. However, he has stood up many times today, and it seems that he has made up his mind.

Fortunately, Liu Hong was only a seventh-rank archer, not a ninth-rank archer.

While everyone was feeling relieved, they also felt a little regretful.

Liu Hong's power seems to be in full swing and growing rapidly, but it's a pity that it all depends on him alone.

All you need to do is send a ninth-grade assassin and find the right opportunity to kill Liu Hong.

The forces under his command naturally scattered like birds and beasts.

The officials below argued for a long time, but no one was sure who would win.

It is obvious that the number of officials supporting the aristocratic families is four or five times that of Liu Hong. The problem is that Liu Hong's subordinates have loud voices and can be as powerful as several people alone.

Emperor Qing was so annoyed by the noise that he felt a headache. He already had a bad impression of the uncouth and humble people, and now he disliked them even more.

"Okay! If there is no objection, let's do as Pei Gong said."

It seemed that Emperor Qing was avoiding the quarrel and was forced to agree, but in fact he had already made the choice in his heart.

Fan Jian, Chen Pingping and others remained silent, not wanting to offend Emperor Qing again because of something that had already become a fact.

After all, they have already made Emperor Qing somewhat distrustful of them.

Prince Jing stood up and spoke slowly.

"Your Majesty! Now that the prime minister system has been abolished, there are so many affairs to deal with. It is impossible to handle political affairs just by relying on the imperial study. I request that three provinces be set up to govern the six ministries." Doesn't Emperor Qing want to support the poor and suppress the aristocratic families?

Prince Jing then requested to set up three ministries, re-establish the power of the prime minister, and safeguard the interests of the aristocratic families.

The whole audience booed for a moment, but the big shot above did not seem surprised.

Even Qin Ye and Liu Hong remained calm, obviously having known about this for a long time.

They also enjoyed weakening the imperial power.

If anyone else dared to say this, they would have been put on Emperor Qing’s death list, except Prince Jing.

Because he is the younger brother of the current Emperor Qing, he is destined to have no chance of becoming emperor, so he chooses to stay in the aristocratic family.

Emperor Qing frowned and looked deeply at Prince Jing.

It seems like my younger brother is ready to make some moves again!
"Let's discuss this later. I have lost a son and I am sleepless nights worrying about where to bury him. I am exhausted both physically and mentally."

I have to say that Emperor Qing’s words are impeccable.

After all, even though the third prince was treated for several days, his life was ultimately lost and he died.

Emperor Qing is clearly trying to squeeze every last bit of value out of his son.

But the ministers in the court could do nothing about Emperor Qing. His son has died, and you still ask him to handle state affairs. Are you a human being?
Duke Liu couldn't help coughing with his white-haired, hunched body.

Although Emperor Qing handled the matter of the Hanging Temple quite covertly and silenced the imperial guards.

But how could he hide it from the grandfather of the third prince, Duke Liu?

After hearing what Emperor Qing said, he was so angry that he almost suffocated. If he wanted to watch it, he had to accompany the Third Prince.

Liu Hong was quick to help Duke Liu over, patted him on the back, and then bowed.

"Your Majesty, please withdraw the court. Duke Liu is exhausted both physically and mentally. I'm afraid he is no longer able to attend court affairs."

"I, I agree, let's leave now!"

Emperor Qing waved his hand, and he and Liu Hong performed a duet in tacit harmony.

The proposal of three provinces and six ministries was shelved.

"Liu Hong, you..."

Duke Liu's eyes were wide open and his face was red. He didn't expect that Liu Hong would use him to make Emperor Qing withdraw from the court.

Now, even if we turn around and deny the bloodbath in Kyoto, there is nothing we can do.

Liu Hong just smiled gently, not caring at all that Duke Liu was holding onto his sleeve tightly.

He was the biggest winner in this grand court meeting.

Unfortunately, as expected, his influence in Kyoto also came to an end.

Unless Fan Xian officially becomes the Minister of Internal Treasury and the President of the Supervisory Council, the balance will be broken and Emperor Qing needs to establish a new balance.

"If the Duke has nothing to do, it's better for him to rest. After all, he is old and his energy is not as good as before."

There is a sharp edge hidden in Liu Hong's smile.

Now that the third prince is dead, the Liu family’s last hope is basically gone.

You are still jumping like this now. Aren’t you afraid that the new emperor will ascend the throne and massacre the Liu family?

Hearing Liu Hong's threat, Duke Liu was so angry that he trembled all over, his eyes widened, and he actually fainted.

The court became even more chaotic.

Liu Hong shook off Duke Liu's hand and left with his forces.

Sang Wen returned to Kyoto, and Liu Hong of course wanted to take in this gentle and virtuous woman.

At Pei Bo Mansion in Qianlong Bay, Sang Wen did a good job, and the Princess of Northern Qi gradually calmed down.

After returning to Kyoto, perhaps he could also help Liu Hong coordinate and manage relationships with his subordinates.

At the very least, she could manage the Shangshu Mansion in an orderly manner, so that it wouldn't be as chaotic as it was when Fan Ruoruo was in charge.

Ji Xin was at the gate of Kyoto, unable to contain himself.

"Sir, are you really going to make Miss Sang Wen your concubine? Miss Ruoruo is only two months away from giving birth, and she is really too excited to bear the consequences."

The child Liu Hong was given all the high hopes by the forces under his command.

Even if he is Fan Ruoruo's child.

But he is still worthy of the title, the eldest son born to the wife.

If Liu Hong died midway, this child would be all the hope for his forces.

(End of this chapter)