Empress: Your Majesty, please respect yourself, I don't want to be promoted

The empress turned her head and looked at Lu Chen.

"Lu Qing, what do you say?"

Lu Chen walked out of the line slowly, bowed and saluted, and responded solemnly: "Returning to your Majesty, I believe that the essence of labor is that the people don't benefit from working hard for the court. In terms of this, this is a great kindness. In the eyes of a humble official, anyone who harms himself and the country is worthy of respect. Not only should the imperial court not punish the hard-working people, but should be grateful for their kindness and treat them very kindly, otherwise they will be lost. Virtue."

"But what I have seen are all mediocre officials and evil officials, relying on the power of the court, wantonly bullying the people in the matter of labor, causing many deaths and disabilities. As the right servant of the Ministry of Industry, since I have the ability to change all this , how can you turn a blind eye to this?"

Speaking of this, he paused for a while, and then continued: "If your majesty wants to create a prosperous world, you must not let the court's virtues suffer, but build morality and trust for the court. base."

Hearing Lu Chen's particularly strong theory, everyone didn't have any special feelings, after all, they were used to Lu Chen's words of wholeheartedly for the people.

"Servant Lu."

Zhou Yushi frowned, and said: "I'm sorry I don't agree with your remarks. Labor labor has existed since ancient times. No matter in prosperous or troubled times, labor is the duty of the people. After all, the imperial court protects the people's peace. The common people will naturally repay the kindness of the court with their labor."

"The common people in Shengdou are short-sighted, their wisdom is not developed, and they don't know the five virtues. It is difficult for them to repay the kindness of the court. When I was the county magistrate of Huaishuo, I witnessed the tricks of the people. With fear in their hearts, how can they do things in peace?"

Lu Chen suddenly sneered.

"So, where are the dynasties that used thunder to control the people now?"

As soon as these words came out, everyone was speechless.

Why is this young man so ignorant of Wende...

Everyone knows such an obvious thing, so why do you need to say it?

How does this make people respond?

It is said that people have life and death, dynasties also have their ups and downs, dynasties change, and chaos and reincarnation are the ultimate principles of heaven and earth, which cannot be done by human beings. Then let your majesty not worry too much, and everything should go with the flow?

It's not such a way to die if you want to die, right?

Zhou Yushi was really at a loss for words.

He is a straight minister, but not a stupid minister.

When Lu Chen said this, he didn't know how to refute for a while.

Seeing that he didn't respond, Lu Chen said directly: "Can't you answer? The official will tell you that the dynasties you mentioned are all in the history books, and they have become lessons for people today! What? Zhou Yushi, Do you want me to be the material for a Mingjun in the next dynasty to sum up his experience?"

Hearing this, Zhou Yushi hurriedly shook his head.

"How could the old man have such a rebellious idea?"

As he said that, he glanced at Lu Chen helplessly, and said in a weak voice:

"Lu Shilang, even if what you said is reasonable, you shouldn't be so hasty to restructure the Ministry of Industry at the critical juncture of the New Yuan Ceremony, right? Manpower is needed everywhere, and it will be too late to transfer in a hurry, and spring plowing is just around the corner, if this is delayed because of the restructuring of the Ministry of Industry..."

"Do not worry."

Lu Chen said lightly: "This official treats the people with sincerity, and the people will repay them with righteousness. There will never be any slack in the construction work. Even if there is no additional manpower, the construction will be completed on time. Zhou Yushi can rest assured That's right."

Hearing this, many courtiers almost didn't laugh out loud.

Treat it with sincerity and repay it with righteousness?

A joke, no matter how naive it is, has a limit.

Who doesn't know that those ignorant heads of Guizhou care about gains and losses the most. If they don't show the imperial court's majesty and majesty, and make them feel awe, how can they willingly work for the imperial court?

Even if you take a step back, even if those people are grateful for the kindness of you, the good people in the mainland, and work hard, you have cut their working hours by half, and if they cut their working hours by half, how much can they do?

Could it be that they can still finish the work that can be done in one day on weekdays in half a day?

No matter how you think about it, it's impossible, right?

"Lu Qing."

The Empress spoke suddenly.

"Later, take my talisman and go to Feiyu Camp."

Hearing this, everyone couldn't help but feel a little bit sour.

Of course they understood what the Empress meant. This was to imitate the precedent of mobilizing troops to control the floods in Yuzhou, and asked Lu Chen to send troops to Feiyu Camp to assist the fortifications of Wuji Camp.

However, although they all dispatch troops to do the work of the common people, in Luojing, the nature is completely different.

You must know that almost every emperor, or those in power who rule the world, is extremely sensitive to the military power in the capital. Even the crown prince, if he transfers troops without greeting the emperor, it will also arouse the emperor's extreme disgust and anxiety. .

Let alone a foreign minister.

And the empress handed over to Lu Chen the talisman that could mobilize the various guards in the capital without hesitation...

Damn, is Your Majesty really not even the slightest bit on guard against this fellow?

Throughout the ages, how could any emperor trust a foreign minister so unreservedly?

Thinking of this, everyone's eyes on Lu Chen changed immediately.

On the other hand, Wu Yue kept looking normal. Anyway, Lu Chen didn't apply for an additional increase in the budget, nor did he apply for an increase in the number of laborers. He just saved a part of the money he originally had to buy materials and used them to treat the people well. This is the Ministry of Industry's own business. , If it doesn't involve his household department, he naturally doesn't bother to pay attention to it.

Otherwise he would have jumped up.

However, for this favor, Lu Chen shook his head and refused:

"Your Majesty's kindness, I appreciate it, but I still say the same thing. If the court loves the people, the people will definitely repay the court. The hearts of the people are like a tide, and they can overcome all difficulties and obstacles. I believe that They will definitely be able to finish the work on time, dispatching Feiyuwei to go there is just a waste of manpower, besides, Feiyuwei has just been formed, the most important thing now is to hurry up and practice, and shoulder the important task of protecting the important land of the capital as soon as possible, so it cannot be easily transferred. "

Empress: "..."

Seeing that Lu Chen was so persistent that he refused even the emperor's kindness, Qian Yiqian and others couldn't help but sneered in their hearts.

This person surnamed Lu is not only ignorant and naive, but also knows how to flatter.

Your Majesty's favor, can you refuse it if you want to?

Zhou Yushi frowned again, "Lu Shilang, as the right servant of the Ministry of Industry, you should put the most emphasis on fortifications, and you must not be arrogant."

Lu Chen had a calm expression on his face.

"The universe is undecided, and everything is possible. Zhou Yushi, why do you think that the people will not be able to complete the fortification of the Wuji Palace? You have said it all. As the right servant of the Ministry of Industry, I am in charge of engineering affairs. The decision is made by the official alone."

"In terms of fortifications, I have the most right to speak. Now I believe that the Promise Palace can be completed on schedule without additional manpower and budget. The Xinyuan Grand Ceremony will not be affected. What the court wants is the result, what is the process, Why bother? Do you think you know more about fortifications than me, the right servant of the Ministry of Industry?"

Zhou Yushi opened his mouth and wanted to persuade him again, but the Empress suddenly spoke again.

"In this case, according to what Lu Qing said, the imperial court does not need to interfere with the project of the Promise Palace."

Hearing this, Zhou Yushi's brows furrowed even deeper.

"Your Majesty, the New Yuan Ceremony is coming soon, this..."

"Zhou Aiqing, don't talk too much."

The empress said indifferently: "Lu Qing is a pedant of heaven and man, since he believes that the fortifications of Wuji Palace are not hindered, he must have his reasons, and he will never aim at nothing."

Having said that, she suddenly paused, then moved her eyes forward, looking at Lu Chen fixedly.

"Lu Qing believes in the people, I, I believe in Lu Qing."

These words obviously could not convince Zhou Yushi.

"But if the project of the Promise Palace cannot be completed as scheduled..."

"The New Year's Ceremony will be postponed for a while."

The empress took it for granted: "People are not sages and sages. Who can do nothing wrong? Although Lu Qing is talented and learned, he is still a mortal body. It is impossible to do things perfectly, and mistakes are inevitable. I should understand and understand. How can I be so harsh? To be the pillar of the country?"

Everyone: "..."

The fortifications of the Wuji Palace were completed on schedule, because Lu Chen "studied the heaven and man, considered the endless strategy, and the talent of the country", if it could not be completed on schedule, it would be "human beings are not sages and sages, who can do nothing, and a king should treat others leniently", this... …

According to what you said, Your Majesty, no matter how good or bad the final result of this matter is, Lu Chen is nothing to worry about, and he doesn't have to bear any risks and responsibilities, right?

Damn, no matter how much you favor and trust, there must be a limit, right?

Hearing what the Empress said, Lu Chen's scalp also felt a little numb.

Sure enough, after making outstanding achievements one after another, he is now an invincible existence in the court.

Amid Zhou Yushi's helpless sigh, the morning court soon came to an end.

The day flew by.

As night fell and the lights came on, Liu Dongyang, the Shangshu of the Ministry of War who had been busy for a day, returned to the Liu Mansion to enjoy this moment of leisure and tranquility with his family.

He has only two sons and a daughter after the year of destiny, the eldest son Liu Xu is in politics, and now he is a county magistrate in a big county, and the second son Liu Wu is in the army and is now the commander of a certain guard of the Qingning Army.

Only the youngest daughter, Liu Ruowei, who is waiting for her boudoir, still stays in the mansion.

Liu Dongyang's first wife, Li Shi, was a famous beauty when she was young, and Liu Dongyang himself was once a handsome and handsome young man, so the children of his old Liu family are all very handsome.

Especially Liu Ruowei.

Just like what the empress said at the triumphant ceremony, Liu Ruowei is not only beautiful, but also talented and knowledgeable, quite like Xiao Yun, the number one talented woman who was famous in Luojing at the time.

Since Liu Dongyang returned to Beijing, almost every once in a while someone would come to ask for relatives, and the seekers were without exception, either the sons of high families or the direct relatives of the powerful.

Liu Dongyang is a member of the second rank in the current dynasty, he is highly trusted by the empress, and his entry into the cabinet is just around the corner. Liu Ruowei has both talents and looks, and can be regarded as a model of a lady.

However until now, Liu Ruowei is still in her boudoir.

There is no other reason, I don't like it.

Not only Liu Ruowei didn't like it, but Liu Dongyang also didn't like those high-school children with good family background.

And he cared more about his daughter's current situation than his daughter's marriage.

"Vill."

At the dinner table, Liu Dongyang looked at his daughter who was sitting across from him, who had been sitting there meditating after only two mouthfuls of plain rice. He couldn't help frowning, and said earnestly:

"The way of medicine is a small way after all, and the small way is for the cultivator to entertain when he has nothing to do. If you are too addicted to the small way and obsessed with it, the foundation of the way will be unstable, which is not good for the way of the sages. Don't lose the big because of the small. .”

That's right, Liu Dongyang told Lu Chen before that his daughter encountered problems in the trail, so that she didn't think about eating and drinking, and became thinner day by day. What the trail refers to is the way of medicine.

His daughter is good at everything, she is good-looking, and she is talented in cultivation, but she is a bit stubborn.

Other times it's okay, but as long as it involves medical skills, it's the kind that doesn't turn back if it hits the south wall, or even hits the south wall without looking back.

She must ask for a result for the things she decides, otherwise she will always be entangled in this.

Facing her father's admonition, she just nodded slightly.

"My daughter knows."

As she spoke, she picked up the bowl and took two mouthfuls of plain rice.

Seeing this, Liu Dongyang felt helpless.

He really couldn't understand what kind of magical power this medicine has, which made his daughter so obsessed and intoxicated by it, that even the Way of Sages tended to be abandoned.

If this continues, the daughter will be ruined.

As soon as he thought of this, a figure who was very active in the court recently appeared in his mind.

"Wei'er, I want to tell you something for my father."

Seeing her father's serious expression, Liu Ruowei had no choice but to put away the thoughts in her heart, then put down the bowl, and said softly, "Father, please tell me."

Liu Dongyang exhaled softly.

"Wei'er, do you still remember the number one hero in the world who is now trusted by His Majesty, whom my father mentioned to you before?"

Hearing this, Liu Ruowei frowned inexplicably.

"Lu Chen?"