Guo Jing, this honest man, was still in the dark about being dragged down.
Zhang Juzheng came back to the palace.
Looking at Zhang Ju Zheng, who was in his prime, Qin Feng was very satisfied. However, Zhang Ju Zheng's current rank was a little low, only a fourth-grade Zong Zheng (managing royal affairs).
" Ju Zheng, what do you think if I were to form a cabinet and let you be the chief assistant?" Qin Feng smiled.
"I'm afraid the resistance will be very great. It's not realistic at all." Zhang Juzheng frowned.
At that time, the imperial court would go crazy.
The Grand Preceptor, Grand Tutor, and Prime Minister will all threaten me with death. This is also against the ancestral teachings. No one agrees."
In the Western Zhou Dynasty, there were three kinds of officials: the Prime Minister, the Grand Tutor, and the Grand Tutor.
Next were the first ranks, the various ministers, the crown prince's tutor, the grand tutor, and so on.
Once a cabinet was formed, there would be a lot of resistance.
It was equivalent to removing the official title of Rank One.
Upon hearing that it was against the ancestral teachings, Qin Feng was instantly motivated.
He waved his hand and said,"Regardless of anything else, we will announce the formation of the cabinet tomorrow."
Zhang Juzheng said,"Why don't we discuss it with others? After all, I'm of a low status. I can't do it."
Qin Feng said,"Let's set the framework first, then we can slowly do other things. Don't worry, there are people who will do things for us."
"Your Majesty, Zhao Guangyi has arrived with a letter from the eight kings."
The corners of Qin Feng's mouth curled up. These rebels finally couldn't take it anymore?
"Let that guy in!"
"Summon Zhao Guangyi for an audience!"
Zhao Guangyi came in and bowed,"Greetings, Emperor!"
"Get up. What are you here for this time?”Qin Feng asked despite knowing the answer.
Zhao Guangyi coughed and said,"Your Majesty, I've gone back and thought about your words. I think you're very far-sighted."
"What did I say?" Qin Feng teased.”
Zhao Guangyi choked and said,"Your Majesty, didn't you say that the succession of the titles of the kings should be selected from wise people and not follow the ancestral teachings of the eldest son?"
This lowly official returned and discussed with the other eight kings 'representatives. The more I feel that the emperor's decision is truly wise.
Sui Wang's eldest son, Yang Yong, was fatuous and incompetent. Sui Wang did not like him, but because of the ancestral system, he did not change the heir.
As for Yang Guang, he was proficient in both literature and martial arts.
When he was 20 years old, Yang Guang led 500,000 soldiers to destroy the rebel King of Chen. He protected the people in the territory of the King of Chen and did not massacre them.
Looking at Yongzheng, he was doing his best to govern the country.
Moreover, it is said that the second son of the Tang King, Li Shi Min, loves the people like his own children…"
After talking a lot, Qin Feng did not interrupt him.
As if his mouth and tongue were dry, Qin Feng smiled and said,"Come and bestow tea!"
"Thank you, Emperor!"
Zhao Guangyi took a sip of tea and said,"Therefore, we firmly support the Emperor's wise decision. This is a letter written by the representatives of the other princes."
Qin Feng nodded. He picked up the letter and pretended to read it. As he read, he gently tapped his index finger on the desk and nodded from time to time. This wait made Zhao Guangyi feel extremely uneasy.
A moment later, Qin Feng said,"It's really too complicated. However, this seems to violate the ancestral teachings."
"Your Majesty, you've already abolished the sacrificial burial system and received the praise of the world. You've already violated the ancestral precepts."
Changing the time of morning court was also against the ancestral teachings.
It doesn't matter if it happens this time. Moreover, this is also a good thing for the world."
Qin Feng looked at the memorial beside him and frowned."Zhen has to review memorials every day, it's so annoying. We'll talk about this later."
Zhao Guangyi immediately panicked and was about to cry. He complained bitterly,"Your Majesty, you must not do this. This is a major matter that concerns the country. We should discuss it first."
"Are other things not important?" Qin Feng said unhappily.”
" I didn't mean that. Your Majesty, please don't misunderstand." Zhao Guangyi was sweating profusely.
Qin Feng saw that he was almost done teasing her and said again,"Your idea is not bad, but this one is only an idea. I don't know how to implement it.
I can't think of anything, so I've decided to form a cabinet. In the future, all the memorials will be reviewed by them.
This way, I can go sightseeing."
Zhao Guangyi sneered when he heard that.
"What a fatuous ruler. You actually chose to give away the power you have. Hmph, let's see how long your empire can last."
" Your humble servant will definitely support Your Majesty's wise decision. You are truly the greatest ruler in history. Your humble servant admires you greatly." Zhao Guangyi looked down on him in his heart, but his expression became even more respectful.
Qin Feng really likes this flattery.
"My dear minister, your words are so nice, unlike this Xuande Zi who is so stupid. Since you admire me so much, I want you to stay by my side and be my manager.”
These words scared Zhao Guangyi to death. His back was covered in cold sweat. Wasn't being a supervisor a eunuch? Who would be willing to do that?
He had the intention to fight for the world and was unwilling to do so even if he died. Once the treasure was cut off, he would completely lose his chance.
Afraid that Qin Feng would take it seriously, he hurriedly said,"Your Majesty, stop joking. How can this lowly official be the manager? Let Eunuch De be the manager."
Qin Feng smiled and finally threw out his bargaining chip.
"I know what you princes are thinking, but if the matter of forming a cabinet is not passed tomorrow morning, hmph, don't even think about inheriting the throne.
I'm not afraid to tell you that whether you can make me issue an edict to let you inherit the throne depends on whether this cabinet can be established.”
Zhao Guangyi was delighted and hurriedly said,"Don't worry, Emperor. Tomorrow, the cabinet will definitely be successfully formed."
"You may leave."
"It's the emperor!"
Zhang Juzheng was dumbstruck. He was an extremely intelligent person.
He instantly understood Qin Feng's thoughts. This was to make these princes fight among themselves. How vicious. However, even though he knew it was a scheme, he still couldn't dodge it.
Of course, these princes knew the pros and cons, but they chose to ignore the huge benefits.
Zhang Juzheng was shocked. This emperor was really amazing.
Not only did he cause these princes to fight amongst themselves, he even easily used them to form a cabinet.
It was simply killing two birds with one stone.
One had to know that eighty percent of the officials in the court had been bribed by the eight kings. The words of the Emperor were not as effective as the words of the eight kings.
In order to obtain Qin Feng's edict, these princes would definitely do their best to agree to form a cabinet.
Zhang Juzheng respectfully said,"Your Majesty, you're truly a wise ruler of the ages. This scheme is truly formidable. There's no way to avoid it."
Qin Feng couldn't help but laugh. This famous prime minister's bootlicking was so comfortable.
"This is called the Token of Grace," Qin Feng said.
" What's a token of gratitude?" Zhang Juzheng asked curiously.
He was completely attracted by Qin Feng's words.
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