Han Shizu

Chapter 1864 Privileges

Chapter 1864 Privileges

Guangzheng Hall, Yizheng Hall.

A group of ministers from the center of the imperial court gathered here, Zhao Pu, Liu Xi, Zhao Kuangyi, Lu Duan, and the newly appointed financial envoy Han Hui, these are the five most powerful civil servants at present.

As the administrative center that manages the affairs of the world, it has always been busy. Even if it is in the same palace group, it is relatively rare for ministers to meet and discuss matters like this.

And once this happens, something big is bound to happen.Inside the hall, the atmosphere was a bit serious, each of the powerful figures sat quietly, sipping tea, or resting their minds, without opening their mouths for a while.

Zhao Pu, who presided over the meeting, was the first to break the silence, looked around and said, "I would like to invite you all to share your views on the matter of Yangdi!"

After Zhao Pu said that, Han Hui, who participated in such a meeting for the first time, pondered for a while, and then said in a stern tone: "This Pan You, acts recklessly and has no scruples! He made claims without asking for instructions, and investigated Chu Gong's real estate. Who will give it?" His power, the imperial court should issue a denunciation!"

Han Hui's aggressive appearance was very different from his usual calmness, as if he was expressing his position.Zhao Pu glanced at him, feeling strange in his heart.

Seeing that Han Hui criticized Pan You's behavior, Zhao Kuangyi spoke leisurely, with a somewhat pointed meaning in his words, saying: "Mr. Han's words are probably biased! Yangdi is a territory of Gyeonggi Province. As the chief official, Pan You has the right to manage the land under his rule. His behavior is reasonable, legal and compliant. What's wrong?

If it was because of Duke Chu, before he acted, he also wrote a document to inform the court of the reason and explain it.Pan You's actions are completely in line with the new system. Since they are within the scope of the provisions and laws promulgated by the imperial court, it would be inappropriate to reprimand him regardless of his feelings! "

The sun seemed to come out from the west, and Zhao Kuangyi actually spoke for Pan You

Hearing this rebuttal, Han Hui looked at Zhao Kuangyi and thought to himself that Zhao Kuangyi was offended because of his position as a financial envoy.However, from all aspects, Han Hui was not afraid of Zhao Kuangyi. He just thought about it for a while and asked calmly, "According to Prime Minister Zhao, it is reasonable for Pan You to act on his own and offend Tianwei?"

"Ms. Han's words are serious!" Zhao Kuangyi's tone was a bit harsh: "It's just a matter of a few medicine fields, and it doesn't rise to offend Tianwei! A pure minister like Pan You, he does everything for the public. The imperial court should definitely protect it and give more support, otherwise, wouldn’t it chill the hearts of those loyal ministers and sages?”

When Zhao Kuangyi said this, everyone present couldn't help frowning. They really didn't expect that Zhao Kuangyi would support Pan You so clearly on this matter.

Noticing the strangeness of the crowd, Zhao Kuangyi looked at Zhao Pu again, and said slowly, "Mr. Zhao, is today's meeting aimed at condemning Pan You?"

"Of course not!" Zhao Pu took a deep look at Zhao Kuangyi, gave an affirmative answer, and then said, "I understand the opinions of the two of you, so let's put aside the argument and listen to other people's opinions!"

As he said that, Zhao Pu looked at Lu Duan with a serious face, smiled a little, and asked, "Yi Zhi, what do you think?"

There was no change in Lu Duan's expression. He straightened his body, bowed to everyone present, and said after deliberation: "I believe that the fundamental issue of the Yangdi matter is whether the land owned by the Duke of Chu belongs to the emperor or not. Production! If it is, then it should be dealt with by the Shaofu, and the court will not intervene properly. If not, then Pan Shijun will follow the rules to check and compile the records according to the tax system, and the court has no reason to be harsh!"

When these ministers discuss things, they naturally don't look at the superficial things. What they discuss is the insinuation behind Pan You's move to investigate Liu Shu's land. It is precisely because it involves the royal family and Emperor Liu that they are so attracted Pay attention to.

"Chu Guogong is a prince, and his property is naturally the property of the royal family. During the management of affairs, he has his own Shaofu and Zongzheng. How can foreign ministers interfere!" Han Hui continued, with a firm attitude.

Zhao Kuangyi followed closely and said, "According to the investigation, besides the government's own purchase of the land, many of the lands of the Duke of Chu are rewarded by His Majesty. And the meritorious officials of the Han Dynasty also have a lot of real estate owned by His Majesty. Grace, what's the difference between the two?"

Seeing that Han and Zhao were arguing again, Zhao Pu stretched out his hand to stop them, thought for a while, and said to Lu Duan, "What Yi Zhi said is right on point!"

In fact, everyone here is aware of this in their hearts, but they have different positions and thoughts, and their expressions are naturally different.After pondering for a while, Zhao Pu looked at Liu Xi who hadn't spoken yet, and asked, "What do you think, His Royal Highness King Jin?"

Liu Xi's expression was also serious, making it hard to see the depth. After deliberation, he spoke in a deep voice under the eyes of everyone: "Duke Chu has already opened the mansion and governed his family. He is not only the prince, but also the son of His Majesty." ministers"

Liu Xi expressed his opinion in a calm tone, which was very pertinent. Although he didn't say the whole thing, the meaning was obvious. He still tended to affirm Pan You's approach.

However, when the topic changed, Liu Xi said again: "However, Pan You's actions in Yangzhai were inappropriate in the end. The court was a little vague when it was made before, and it was not made clear. This is an oversight by the court. place.

But for these doubtful things, Pan You acted according to his own wishes without asking for instructions, saying that he acted on his own and did not wrong him, so he must be reprimanded. "

Obviously, Liu Xi still has some grudges against Pan You's actions.However, he has to take the overall situation into consideration, and it is not easy to advance the tax reform to the current level.

The matter of Yangdi does not seem to be a big deal, isn't it just to deal with the land of Duke Chu's mansion according to the regulations?But if it involves the Tian family and the emperor, it should not be taken lightly.

Regardless of other imperial relatives and relatives, the core issue is whether these sons and grandsons of Emperor Liu should enjoy privileges in terms of taxation.Han Hui believed that it was reasonable and reasonable for a descendant of the emperor to have certain privileges, so he accused Pan You of offending Tianwei.

Zhao Kuangyi obviously holds the opposite attitude.

When it came to Liu Xi, from the bottom of his heart, he was very annoyed at Pan You's behavior of stabbing the window paper, but he had to worry about the impact of this matter.It is not difficult for the court to make a statement and make a conclusion, but the impact of the decision has to be considered. The Tian family still has to care about word of mouth and reputation.

Therefore, no matter how awkward his heart is, Liu Xi still has to consider the overall situation and make his judgment and decision.

His cold eyes glanced at Zhao Kuangyi, and Liu Xi said again: "For the sake of the country's great plan, the imperial court needs to show a clear attitude in order to guide the ministers and workers to govern, and to calm down those restless people. People's hearts!"

Liu Xi's words were also insinuating, but Zhao Kuangyi sat there very calmly, and nodded his head, complimenting Liu Xi: "Your Highness is righteous for the country, and I admire you so much!"

Zhao Kuangyi naturally has some scruples about Liu Xi, but if he wants to say how much he is, it is not always true. After all, he belongs to the "princelings", and Liu Xi is now entrusted with important tasks by Emperor Liu, so his position is naturally opposite.

"This matter cannot be decided by the ministers!" Looking at the two people, Zhao Pu came to a conclusion, and cupped his hands in the direction of the Chui Gong Palace: "We should ask His Majesty for a holy judgment!"

(End of this chapter)