In the capital, some news can be covered up in an instant, while some news spread very quickly, especially things that everyone is particularly concerned about, such as some news in the palace, and some things in the officialdom.

Those who followed this news include gentry, people, and more were officials of the Ming Dynasty.

A few days ago, everyone in the court knew something, that is, His Majesty rewarded the old Fu King Zhu Changxun heavily.

It is said that the old Fu King Zhu Changxun took out 2 million taels of silver to the palace and asked His Majesty to use it to build a theater, saying that it was a filial piety to Concubine Zheng. At the same time, the remaining money was used by His Majesty to use it to build the palace. After all, His Majesty even stopped the construction of the palace.

His Majesty was very happy about this and waved his hand to reward Zhu Changxun with an imperial village.

The news was spreading concisely, like a typhoon, which blew throughout the Ming Dynasty officialdom.

Everyone has different opinions on this. Everyone thinks this is not good, especially the four Grand Secretary in the cabinet.

Cabinet duty room.

Han and the other two sat together to drink tea. There were a few simple snacks on the table. They picked them up and ate a piece from time to time. There was no fireworks here, no food to eat, and eating some snacks was just to make your stomach.

Han Du took a sip of tea and gently placed the teacup on the table.

Seeing that everyone had almost eaten, he said slowly: "The cost of the imperial court this year is quite good, and there is more or less surplus. Will you repair the palace for His Majesty?"

After saying this, Xu Guangqi and others looked at each other. They had received the news a long time ago, so they naturally knew what Han Du said meant.

However, a few people were still a little hesitant, especially Xu Guangqi, the second assistant to the cabinet.

Unlike others, Xu Guangqi was also the Minister of Revenue. He knew the financial situation of the Ming Dynasty.

If you say that there is a balance, you actually have to tear the holes and squeeze them from other places. This money is actually not suitable.

Xu Guangqi also understood what Han Yu meant. After all, Zhu Changxun was very happy to do this, which means that His Majesty is short of money.

Are you, those who are ministers, who are too harsh in criticizing Your Majesty?

This may make His Majesty unhappy.

This is not a good thing, and it is not surprising that Han Yu has such a proposal.

After pondering for a moment, Sun Chengzong said slowly: "If you can slow down, just slow down. The Southwest is still using troops. Although there were good news before, I don't know what will happen in the end."

"Liaodong is not peaceful, it is quite cold this winter. It is estimated that there will be a big battle in Liaodong in the beginning of next spring. In addition, the northwest is not stable, and there are many natural disasters everywhere, including drought and floods."

"It is more appropriate for the court to keep some money. If there is any accident, it is easy to deal with it." Sun Chengzong said this more directly, and the meaning is very obvious:

You can't pay your Majesty.

If it was something else, maybe it could be discussed, but if Sun Chengzong would never compromise by taking this money to His Majesty to build the palace.

As for whether Your Majesty is happy or not, that is not something that Sun Chengzong can do now.

Huang Kezhang looked at Sun Chengzong calmly, slightly surprised.

He thought Sun Chengzong would agree with Han Yu's words. After all, Sun Chengzong was His Majesty's teacher, and he had to feel sorry for his students.

Since Sun Chengzong said that, Huang Kezhang did not speak anymore.

It’s good to have an attitude, and he doesn’t need to say anything more. It’s not true that he agrees with this matter, nor does he agree with it, so it’s good not to speak.

Han Du glanced at Sun Chengzong, nodded without objection, then turned to look at Xu Guangqi, and asked with a smile: "What do you think about this matter, Master Xu?"

After a moment of pondering, Xu Guangqi showed approval on his face, nodded and said, "I think Mr. Sun is right."

After saying this, Xu Guangqi did not speak anymore.

It is enough to say a word, but it doesn’t make much sense to say too much.

Han Yu didn't expect that his proposal would be opposed, but he didn't care.

This proposal is enough to be said through his mouth; if it really needs to be implemented, he will have a headache, after all, the money is really not that abundant.

Now that they have brought it up, they object, it is good. If the matter reaches His Majesty's ears, then he will not have any responsibility, and His Majesty will not be disgusted with him.

Han Yu knew very well about his situation. Whether it was Sun Chengzong or Xu Guangqi, his relationship with His Majesty was different from that of him.

Sun Chengzong is Your Majesty's teacher; Xu Guangqi has always been Your Majesty's confidant and is deeply trusted by Your Majesty. In this regard, he is not as good as the two of them.

Some time ago, someone pointed the finger at him, and Han Du suspected that these two people did it. You should know that Sun Chengzong and the others looked down on him.

Especially Xu Guangqi, who was unstable and lacked strength before, had not done much to Han Du, but now he obviously couldn't help it.

With such an opportunity to show loyalty, Han Du picked up the tea cup and took a sip of the tea, and said thoughtfully: "Since that's the case, then that's it."

The cabinet affairs spread quickly, and I don’t know who released the news.

In short, whether it is the palace of the Ming Dynasty or the various yamen of the Ming Dynasty, it is often like a broken net and can't hold anything.

After receiving the news, Zhu Youxiao sighed helplessly.

For Zhu Youxiao, such things must be avoided as much as possible. If the four cabinet ministers make a fuss, it will be really troublesome. It seems that the progress will be accelerated.

After looking at the time, Zhu Youxiao glanced at Chen Hong who was standing not far away and asked, "Are you ready over there?"

"Go back to the emperor, you're ready." Chen Hong said quickly.

"Okay, then go and have a look." Zhu Youxiao stood up and said with a smile.

After saying this, Zhu Youxiao walked out directly,

After leaving the door, Zhu Youxiao suddenly remembered something and asked, "Duke Cheng Guo came?"

"Go back to the emperor, you're here." Chen Hong agreed respectfully again.

Zhu Youxiao nodded and did not continue to say anything, but walked to the stage.

Unlike yesterday, there are no more women here, only Duke Cheng, Zhu Chunchen and Old Fu Wang, Zhu Changxun, sat upright.

At this time, the atmosphere between the two was a little awkward because they were not familiar with each other.

Of course, this is only one reason. On the other hand, the reason is really embarrassing. Zhu Changxun was originally a prince, but now he has no title and cannot hold on his face.

Duke Cheng didn't know what to call Zhu Changxun, nor did he know how to grasp the relationship with this old prince.

It is definitely not suitable for being too close, and it seems not suitable for being too far away. Moreover, this person seems to have been liked by His Majesty recently, and he may turn over one day.

This made Duke Cheng very upset and even more embarrassing.

Fortunately, the embarrassment between the two did not last long because Zhu Youxiao came.

Seeing his descendant, the two of them breathed a sigh of relief, quickly stood up and walked over, saluting Zhu Youxiao respectfully together, "Your Majesty."

Looking at the two people, Zhu Youxiao smiled and waved his hand and said, "Okay, don't be polite. This is not in the court. Relax more, don't have so many polites."

Zhu Changxun and the others smiled, but their etiquette was still meticulous.

Just listen to some of what Your Majesty said, and you must not take it seriously; but sometimes it seems like a joke, you must take it seriously, otherwise the ending will be really miserable.

"Okay, sit down and watch the show together." After Zhu Youxiao sat down, he saw the two of them standing there stupidly, and couldn't help but smile and reach out to greet Zhu Changxun and the others.

Zhu Changxun and the others did not dare to neglect, and they sat down carefully.

Since watching the show last time, Zhu Changxun has never been willing to watch the show again. His heart is very real and I don’t know what the situation is.

Zhu Changxun was very worried that his emperor nephew would cheat him again.

The same is true for Duke Cheng Guo on the other side, and he was very nervous.

You know, compared with other Dukes, Duke Cheng has been very powerful in recent years and has never been highly valued. His Majesty’s relationship with him is not that good. Why did he find him?

So Duke Cheng was also very nervous, but he didn't dare to ask.

The play began soon, and the song "The West Chamber" was first sung, and then the song "The Moon Worshiping Pavilion" and other songs were sung.

Except for "The West Chamber", Zhu Youxiao has never heard of or seen any other Zhu Youxiao. It sounds interesting today.

Zhu Changxun and Duke Cheng were also very nervous at first, but later they found out that they seemed to be listening to the opera, so they relaxed and watched it.

This play is sung until the sun sets.

Zhu Youxiao stood up with some conscience, looked at the two of them with a smile and said, "What do you think of the two dear friends?"

"It's really exciting." Duke Cheng said with a smile: "Thank you, Your Majesty, for letting me enter the palace, otherwise I really wouldn't know that this drama is so nice."

"Not bad, I'm happy today, so let's have some wine together," Zhu Youxiao said with a smile: "Chen Hong, prepare the wine and food."

Zhu Changxun's face was getting dark on one side.

Want to drink again?

He still remembered the 2 million taels of silver wine last night.

However, when His Majesty gave me a reward, he dared not refuse to agree. Zhu Changxun could only be more careful and must not drink too much.

Duke Cheng, who was on the other hand, did not have so many concerns, but he was a little happy.

First, I watched the show, but now I received a drink. It seems that Your Majesty really likes me. Will I become Your Majesty’s favorite minister from today?

Gong Guogong was so happy that his family was finally about to turn over!

Over the years, just looking at Duke Ding and Duke British, especially Duke British, was a first-class and prominent family.

Although everyone is a Duke of the Kingdom, his family is far inferior to them. I am really happy to think that his family will also be developed and strengthened.

After leaving the stage, I came to the palace in front, and the wine and food were ready.

After each of them sat down, Zhu Youxiao smiled and said, "This drama is very good today, and the emperor is interested."

As he said that, Zhu Youxiao raised the wine glass in his hand and drank the wine in the glass.

Zhu Changxun and the others did not dare to neglect. Your Majesty drank all the time, but you didn’t. Are you embarrassed?

As a result, Zhu Youxiao seemed to be in a really good mood. He drank the wine one by one, and Zhu Changxun and the others could only accompany him.
Chapter completed!