Li Shi Min took a deep breath and was ready to welcome Du Kefa." Is there anything else?"”
"Your Majesty, it's just a small matter.”
Small matter? The ministers all cursed in their hearts. Which of the things you reported was a small matter?
Previously, he had forced Li Shimin to kill Dang Renhong, and today, he was going to assess the officials.
Who would be the unlucky one this time?
"It's really just a small matter." Du Kefa saw Li Shiming's expression of disbelief and quickly said,"Previously, His Majesty had issued a decree to temporarily release the prisoners in the prison to reunite with their families. I have been thinking about this matter these days.”
Li Shi Min couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief. After that, he felt that it was a little ridiculous.
As the emperor, he was actually forced to breathe a sigh of relief by his officials. If this matter were to be spread out, it would simply make Qin Emperor and Han Wu laugh at him.
"Didn't you already reject my edict?”
The ministers also felt a huge rock in their throats fall into their stomachs.
Du Kefa had only reported a small matter. It really wasn't easy.
"Although I don't agree with Your Majesty's actions, I understand Your Majesty's love for the people," Du Kefa said. After several discussions with Lord Wei, we came up with a new prison system.”
"What system?" Li Shi Min was interested.
Du Kefa spoke with confidence, describing the new system that was based on the practices of the later generations.
The new system divided prisoners into dangerous felons and ordinary prisoners, and different methods of supervision were adopted for the two types of people.
Serious criminals were restricted from all freedom, while ordinary criminals were punished with labor. Their sentences were reduced according to their performance, and their families were allowed to visit the prison on specific days. The government gave them certain conveniences.
It was the kind of convenience that allowed prisoners to carry on the family line.
Li Shimin nodded as he listened, praising this new system. He ordered the Supreme Court to be responsible for the implementation of this new prison system.
"This subject will discuss with Lord Wei and the Duke of the Pillar Country to perfect it and then implement this law to the world.”
After saying that, Du Kefa retreated.
The ministers couldn't help but reveal a look of surprise.
Du Kefa was finally done with his report, so he didn't have to worry about anyone losing their veil.
The others began to report, and the atmosphere in the court finally relaxed.
……
The moment he went to court, Du Kefa played three books in a row, scaring the civil and military officials. After Du Kefa returned to the court, Wei Zheng only stepped out to join them after a while.
After Wei Zheng's memorial was submitted, the other officials also submitted their own memorials.
When the sun rose high above their heads, the court session ended.
All the officials left Daxing Palace.
As soon as Du Kefa walked out of the Xuanwu Gate, Gao Shilian, the Minister of Personnel Affairs, caught up with him. Gao Shilian bowed to the ground and said,"Thank you for your protection, Lord Du. I will never forget your kindness…"
"Sir Gao, you're too polite. I'm just abiding by the law…" Du Kefa returned the greeting.
……
After the court session, Du Kefa first went to the Fuma's residence for lunch. After taking a nap in the afternoon, he went to check on the fertile fields. In the evening, Du Kefa went to visit his brother.
Recently, her brother had been coughing more and more…
……
Late at night, in the guest hall of the Duke of Zhao Residence, several important figures of the Great Tang sat together.
"Zhangsun Wuji, since you invited us to a banquet, why didn't you bring out good wine and meat?”Cheng Yaojin's loud voice was exceptionally loud.
"General Cheng, sirs, I invited everyone over for a banquet today because I have something to discuss.”
"I knew you wouldn't treat us to a meal for nothing. Bring us some wine and meat first.”Cheng Yaojin said.
Zhangsun Wuji ignored Cheng Yaojin and looked at the other important officials one by one." I invited everyone to the residence to recommend Du Kefa. Ever since Du Kefa was promoted to the Supreme Court, he has done quite a few major things. It is enough for him to be promoted.”
Cheng Yaojin laughed." Why? Little Du married the Princess of Changle. Are you still not convinced?" If your son Zhangsun Chong really likes Chang Le, then go fight with Du Kefa for it.”
Zhangsun Wuji was angered and snorted,""It's not about Changle."
"Du Kefa is now highly regarded by His Majesty. Please forgive me for not being able to do anything." Xiao Yu, who had a white beard, said slowly.”
After Zhangsun Wuji heard Xiao Yu's words, he immediately understood that they had misunderstood him.
They must have thought that he was trying to make things difficult for Du Kefa.
No!
Zhangsun Wuji was grateful to Du Kefa for protecting Gao Shilian. This time, he gathered his good friends to come to the mansion for a drink, in fact, he hoped to help Du Kefa advance a step!
Xiao Yu, the son of Emperor Liang Ming of the Southern Dynasty, was conferred the title of Duke of Song. He was now the Crown Prince's Young Fu and the leader of the Southern Dynasty officials in the court.
On the other side, the other ministers nodded in agreement.
Cheng Yaojin, Xiao Yu, and Zhangsun Wuji could represent almost all the civil and military officials in the court.
If Fang Xuanling, Du Ruhui, and Wei Zheng were added, they would be able to control the Imperial Court.
However, Fang, Du, and Wei Zheng were not present.
Zhangsun Wuji was targeting Du Kefa, so he naturally wouldn't invite Du Ruhui. Wei Zheng was upright and had the same temperament as Du Kefa, so he could not ask for help. Fang Xuanling and Du Ruhui were inseparable, so of course they couldn't be invited.
"Milords, I am not here to deal with Du Kefa, but to maintain the stability of the Great Tang. Everyone in today's morning court has heard that Du Kefa actually wants to test all the officials in the world. If we let him do as he pleases, all the officials will have a different heart and the court will be in turmoil.”
The few of them did not speak. Zhangsun Wuji's words entered their hearts.
Even if Li Jing and Cheng Yaojin were friendly to Du Kefa, they were not willing to let the Supreme Court assess the officials. They had old friends and officials, so there was no guarantee that they would not make small mistakes and be greedy.
"How long has Du Kefa been in the Supreme Court and he has already beheaded Dang Renhong? If His Majesty really agrees to the examination of the officials, how many heads will fall?”
"What do you suggest, Lord Zhangsun?" Xiao Yu asked.”
Zhangsun Wuji looked at everyone one by one." I think that Du Kefa is wasting his talent by becoming the Supreme Court Official. What do you think?”
Li Jing remained silent. Xiao Yu could only say,"I agree with you, sir. We should change Du Fuma's position. What position do you think is suitable for Du Fuma?”
Cheng Yaojin rushed out halfway." In my opinion, it's best to let Xiao Du be the general of my Left Commander. He's skilled in martial arts and knows how to read. He's the most suitable.”
"No." Zhangsun Wuji refused without thinking.
Du Kefa being a minister of the Supreme Court was already uncomfortable enough. If he were to become a general and hold military power, who would be able to control him in the future?
Cheng Yaojin, this brute? It was already good enough that he wasn't swallowed whole by Du Kefa.
"Du Fuma is currently revising the laws of the Great Tang, so His Majesty will not remove him from his position as Minister of the Supreme Court," Li Jing said with a frown.”
Zhangsun Wuji had already thought of a countermeasure." Lord Zhu is right. Changing Judge Du Ke's position is not something that can be done overnight. When he finishes modifying the laws, we can use this opportunity to persuade His Majesty to promote him.”
Xiao Yu stroked his long white beard." Lord Zhangsun's words are brilliant. His Majesty made Du Fu Ma a minister of the Supreme Court because he wanted him to make a contribution and pass the gold.”
Li Jing and Cheng Yaojin nodded in agreement.
Seeing that everyone had agreed, Zhangsun Wuji heaved a sigh of relief."Regarding his official position, I think the Ministry of Rites is the most suitable. What do you think?”
"Sure." Xiao Yu agreed with satisfaction.
Although the Ministry of Rites was one of the six departments, it was in charge of etiquette, music, and foreign affairs.
Du Kefa's position as a minister of the Supreme Court was from the third rank. If he was promoted to the Ministry of Rites, it would be a step higher and he would be one step closer to having power in the court.
In the eyes of the other ministers, if Du Kefa was promoted to the Ministry of Rites, he would not be able to keep the officials in check every day. There would not be the constant occurrence of Dang Renhong and the supervision of the officials. Everyone would be able to continue to be an official without being shocked.
" I still think it's best to let Xiao Du come to my Left Leader," Cheng Yaojin mumbled." But everyone agrees. I have no objections."”
Li Jing agreed. Zhangsun Wuji said,""Duke Zhu, please secretly urge Du Kefa to quickly revise the Great Tang Law. The sooner it is completed, the less we have to worry.”
"What about the assessment of the officials?" Xiao Yu asked.”
Zhangsun Wuji replied," I'll go persuade His Majesty." In addition, please inform your old friends and officials to act cautiously after you return.”
After the few of them discussed the matter of Du Kefa, the banquet began. Everyone laughed and sang.
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