Liu Zhen’s advice is difficult to deal with.

The problem is not how Pei Yue responds, but that the response itself is a trap.

Nowadays, he is no longer an ignorant novice, and has a deep understanding of some of the unspoken rules of this world. He can happily accept the title awarded by the emperor, because he dare not refuse it. But when someone raises an objection, if he defends himself,

Thinking that you are worthy of this title is a taboo in the officialdom, because no one likes an official who is ignorant of humility, even though everyone hopes that their official position will be promoted.

But if Pei Yue admitted that he was indeed unworthy of this title, it was because the emperor's rewards and punishments were unfair - he would not be so stupid.

But things are like this, and sometimes you can't avoid giving in.

"Xuan Pei is getting closer." The inner prisoner's voice came from afar.

Pei Yue took a deep breath, suppressed all his emotions firmly in his heart, straightened his facial expression in an instant, walked steadily through the forest of officials, and approached the core of Daliang's power step by step.

Emperor Kaiping, who was sitting on the dragon throne, narrowed his eyes slightly and watched Pei Yue walking all the way. What he saw on the young man's face was a calmness that could not be disguised.

That idiot Pei Rong has disgraced his ancestors. This boy is clearly a piece of rough jade. Even if he is not your biological son, doesn't he understand the principle of a father and son fighting against a tiger and a biological brother?

But that's fine, if you weren't so stupid, how could I use him?

But whose descendant are you? How many secrets does that old guy Pei Zhen hide from me?

Pei Yue looked level and stood still when he came to Liu Zhen's side.

Emperor Kaiping said calmly: "Liu Zhen said that your title cannot convince the world. What do you think?"

Pei Yue said calmly: "Grass people——"

Emperor Kaiping interrupted him: "The imperial edict has been issued, and you can become a minister."

There was a faint commotion among the ministers, and Liu Zhen's face turned red. Emperor Kaiping's words were nothing more than telling everyone that my will is unquestionable, but I can give you a chance to speak.

Pei Yue naturally understood this truth. He was familiar with the new self-identification in his heart and said slowly: "I... think there is some truth in what Mr. Liu said."

"Some?" Emperor Kaiping's mouth curled up slightly, and he couldn't tell whether it was a smile or sarcasm.

Pei Yue lowered his head and said: "I am young and have not read many books. I am not as knowledgeable as Master Liu. Since he said that there is no old example of nobility for non-military merit in this dynasty, then it is probably true that there is not, so I feel that his words

There is some truth to it.”

Emperor Kaiping said: "Keep talking."

Pei Yue said: "Because I am young and have little knowledge, I dare not speak loudly about this matter, but I understand the word loyalty. Regardless of whether I have this title or not, I will be loyal to Daliang."

Mo Haoli turned to look at him.

These words were too straightforward and explicit. If it were any courtier in the main hall, they would appear flattering and vulgar. But coming from the mouth of a fourteen-year-old boy, coupled with Pei Yue's precise control of his expression and tone

, on the contrary, it is not harsh and makes people feel that this is how he should behave at his age.

Pei Yue was pretending to be stupid, or showing weakness. This was one of the strategies he had set for himself before.

You can give me this title if you want. Anyway, I just want to play the role of a good person who is loyal to Daliang.

It is naturally extremely difficult to pass a leaf among thousands of flowers without touching yourself. Liu Zhen said seductively: "Pei Yue, you should not use clever words at such a young age. Loyalty can only be made, not spoken!"

Pei Yue was startled for a moment, then he said with a look of grievance: "Mr. Liu, on the third night of September, bandits attacked Luliu Village. I was with Gu Fan, the fourth son of the Marquis of Guangping Mansion, Qin Xian and Xue Meng, the sentry officers of the Western Camp of the Beijing Army. , and with the help of all the people in the village, we will catch all the bandits in the future, and all eighty-two thieves will be beheaded."

Liu Zhen frowned slightly and said, "What does this have to do with loyalty?"

Pei Yue said sincerely: "Master Liu, this should be considered a credit, right?"

"so what?"

"I was not even old enough to join the army, but I had already made a contribution, so I could stay at home. But after I heard that the Beijing army was preparing to attack the bandits, I went to the military camp alone, and then returned Following the soldiers from the Beijing camp into the mountains is enough to show that I want to do something for the imperial court. Isn't this loyalty?"

Liu Zhen was speechless for a moment.

Pei Yue's eyes widened, he looked at him innocently and innocently, and asked doubtfully: "Master Liu, is there anything wrong with being loyal?"

Liu Zhen said quickly: "Of course there is nothing wrong with being loyal! But..."

No one interrupted him. It was he who suddenly stopped talking because he suddenly realized that he didn't know what to say.

Pei Yue gave up when he saw the situation was good, and did not continue to mess around, or use sophistry to change the subject.

Although Liu Zhen's advice was difficult to answer, Pei Yue never thought of answering directly. The strategy he used was that you say yours and I say mine. Without discussing with you whether I am worthy of this title, He is taking advantage of his age to play the emotional card: What I value is not the title, everything I do is only because I am loyal to Daliang.

After a brief period of confusion, Liu Zhen quickly came to his senses and said with a dark expression: "Even though you are loyal, the rules of the country cannot be changed without authorization. You cannot be ennobled except for military merit. This is a rule passed down from the time of Emperor Gaozu." !”

Pei Yue stood quietly.

The other party is a royal censor. Anyone who has read history books or even film and television works will know that such a person cannot be easily persuaded, and if the argument continues in detail, how can Pei Yue be his opponent when it comes to citing scriptures?

He had already made his attitude clear just now, and it would obviously be too much to say anything more now.

Emperor Kaiping withdrew his gaze from Pei Yue: "Liu Zhen, the bandits have been entrenched in the Hengduan Mountains. They have been causing trouble for more than half a year, killing thousands of people in the capital. Such actions are extremely heinous, so I strictly ordered the Xifu to suppress the bandits. The Beijing army beheaded a thousand people one after another. If I clean up the outskirts of Kyoto, how can it not be considered a military achievement?"

Liu Zhen was silent when he heard the words. These figures were iron-clad evidence that could not be refuted by words. He thought of the drunken words he had heard two days ago, and a sense of determination suddenly rose in his heart. He said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, I am a humble minister. There is a word."

"Tell me."

"The mountain bandits have been causing trouble for more than half a year, why has the Beijing army been unable to eradicate them? Why are thousands of bandits with extraordinary combat power appearing in the most beautiful place in Kyoto? Why do these people appear? I would like to ask your majesty for your advice. To investigate the responsibility of the Beijing Army for delaying the fighter plane, Your Majesty, please strictly investigate the origin of the thieves in Hengduan Mountain!"

He took a step back, rolled up his sleeves, then knelt on the ground, saluted with both arms, and said loudly: "Wang Pingzhang, the left military commander of the Military Academy, bears unshirkable responsibility for this matter. I sincerely ask your Majesty to punish him!"

Pei Yue was shocked.

Immediately afterwards, dozens of voices sounded behind him.

"I second the proposal!"

"I second the proposal!"

"I second the proposal!"

…

Emperor Kaiping still maintained a calm expression. Only courtiers who were familiar with him knew that there was anger in the emperor's eyes. He looked at Mo Haoli, who looked old and expressionless, and then looked at Luo Ting, who looked slightly surprised. , then ignoring Liu Zhen and Pei Yue, who were kneeling and standing in the middle, and moved to the face of Wang Pingzhang, who had a strong body.

Many years ago, Luo Ting also impeached Wang Pingzhang in person at the court meeting. He impassionedly spoke out about the "three evils and six crimes" in the military, which made the official prince almost unable to come to Taiwan. In the end, he had to defend himself in court and rested for two days in the palace.

I didn't want to go to court for many months.

That time, Luo Ting was alone, and Wang Pingzhang suffered defeats one after another. Today, facing the impeachment of more than a dozen censors, can he still stand?

Wang Pingzhang not only stood firm, but also stood very firmly, without even the slightest change in mood. Just like his posture at court meetings in recent years, he was taciturn and motionless.

Pei Yue looked at Liu Zhen, who was motionless beside him, and finally understood in his heart.

Liu Zhen's target was not him at all. The supervisory censor just wanted to use Emperor Kaiping's golden words to solidify the harm and seriousness of mountain bandits, not a group of ordinary bandits. Although this would prove that Pei Yue's military achievements were not watershed, it also

Paving the way for his next move.

Why couldn't the Beijing army clear out the bandits for more than half a year?

Wang Pingzhang must be held responsible for this.

What worries Pei Yue even more is that Liu Zhen's words clearly point to a very terrifying thing.

Where do bandits come from?

Of course Pei Yue knew the whole story, but he also knew very well that if the Chen family's affairs were revealed, it would be a storm that could kill many people. What's more tragic is that, as the introduction, he happened to be standing at the center of the storm.

cutting edge.

I thought I would be the protagonist, but I didn't expect that I would still be in a supporting role.

Pei Yue smiled helplessly in his heart, and at the same time he also realized that the court battle was not a family affair, and no one in this main hall could be underestimated.
Chapter completed!