C15 Contention for Power

"Your Majesty, this is an important matter. Should we discuss it before deciding?" At this time, Cai Jing had no way to back down. However, in order to protect his own interests, he was the first to speak.

At the same time, Cai Jing didn't forget to remind the other ministers of the court with his eyes.

"Your Majesty, this subject agrees with the Minister of the Left." At this time, Li Linfu took another step forward, looked at Zhu Houzhao and said.

"Your Majesty, think twice!" Gao Ying, Tong Tong, Yang Jian and the other ministers also walked out one after another and said loudly.

At this time, they had already reached an agreement, and that was to force Zhu Houzhao to give in and protect their authority in the imperial court.

"Your Majesty, the officials are not unreasonable. I think we should let the ministers discuss this." At this time, Zhu Zheng gloated.

"The Duke of Qin's words make sense. Your Majesty should think it over carefully." Zhu Xiu and the other royal uncles were also trying to persuade Zhu Houzhao on the surface, but in reality, they were trying to make things difficult for him.

"May I ask everyone, why can't I, Li Gang, hold the position of Minister of the Department?" Seeing his disciple being oppressed by the officials, Li Gang snorted coldly and said loudly.

In terms of reputation and prestige, no one else would be able to find fault with Li Gang.

"It's not that Lord Li's ability is lacking, it's just that the officials have always appointed him as a result of their discussions." At this time, Gao Yang came out laughing and said.

"Humph!" Do you want to be that scoundrel? Is there anyone who would force an emperor like this? " Li Gang humphed and roared.

"Do you really want to be that disloyal, unfilial, and disloyal scoundrel?" At this moment, Zhu Houzhao's voice came faintly. Anyone could tell that he was extremely angry at the moment.

This was the first time he had fought with the officials for power. He had to ensure his victory.

"His Majesty redemption!" Cai Jing. Li Linfu, Tong Tong, Gao Ying, and a group of other officials pleaded as well.

"Hmph, where is the ceremonial supervisor's handprint, Xiao Jing?" Zhu Houzhao snorted coldly and asked loudly.

"Your servant is here!" Hearing Zhu Houzhao's words, Xiao Jing, who had been standing below the stage, walked out.

"The edict would promote Li Gang to the position of Minister of the Government, Prime Minister Cai You to the position of Bachelor of the Dragon Painting Pavilion and Attendant, and Li Yu to the position of Crown Prince." At this time, Zhu Houzhao pondered for a moment and gave the order.

This time, Zhu Houzhao did not try to fight with the officials and instead promoted his son to the position of Minister for Foreign Affairs. This time, Zhu Houzhao did not try to fight with the officials and promoted his son to the position of Minister for Foreign Affairs.

This could also be considered a form of exchange of benefits, but Zhu Houzhao knew that once he made a concession, he would be in control of the Ministry of Government.

"Your majesty is enlightened!" At this time, Cai Jing and Li Linfu shouted out loudly. The Emperor had already given them face, and it would be unjustifiable if they forced him too much.

"Your majesty is enlightened!" Seeing that the Left and Right Prime Minister had agreed, Gao Ying, Tong Tong, Yang Jian and the others pinched their noses and acknowledged it, exclaiming at the same time.

"Hmph! It's too early to be happy!" Zhu Houzhao laughed coldly in his heart, the corners of his mouth revealing a mocking smile as he watched the performance of the treacherous officials of the imperial court.

Seeing that the officials and the emperor had reached an agreement, Xiao Jing smiled and wrote three orders on the golden imperial edict.

"Your Majesty!" After writing the imperial edict, Xiao Jing came to Zhu Houzhao's side and spoke softly. Zhu Houzhao took out the Imperial Jade Seal and wrote on three appointments.

At this point, Zhu Houzhao had completed the first step of the outer court adjustment. Although he had given in in front of the officials, he was the one who benefited the most.

After finishing his initial adjustment, Zhu Houzhao heaved a sigh of relief and looked at Xiao Jing, who had a head full of white hair.

Xiao Jing had a white beard and a head full of white hair, but he looked energetic. His face was rosy and his temples were puffed up. It was obvious that he had some martial arts skills.

Name: Xiao Jing, from the Ming Ying Sect's era, smart and studious

Strength: 1 level of cultivation

Loyalty: 100%

"..."

Zhu Houzhao was relieved to see that his loyalty was at 100%.

"The three of you, thank me!" After the imperial edict was sealed, Xiao Jing stood up straight and spoke to Li Gang and the other two in the hall.

"This subject is Li Gang!"

"Cai You!"

"Li Yu!"

"Thank you, my lord!"

The three of them knelt down respectfully before shouting out loud, a smile appearing on their faces.

"No need for formalities!" Zhu Houzhao raised his hand, wearing a light robe in the air. His movements were casual, and he also had a smile on his face.

"Congratulations Minister Zuo!"

"Congratulations, Right Prime Minister!"

At this time, the officials congratulated Li Linfu and Cai Jing while Li Gang and the other two received compliments from a lot of people.

At this moment, Zhu Houzhao's gaze shifted to Li Gang, Cai You, and Li Yu. Suddenly, information about the three of them appeared in his mind.

Name: Li Gang, from the period of Huizong, Song Dynasty, frank and straightforward, with a big chest

"Strength: Second rate advanced stage"

Loyalty: 100%

Zhu Houzhao knew quite a bit about Li Gang. He had worked in the military during the Song and Huizong Dynasties. He had written several letters explaining the issue of resisting the gold, but none of them had been accepted …

Name: Cai You, Song Dynasty

"Strength: Second rate initial stage"

"Loyalty: 60%"

Cai and Zhao Ji had a good relationship in history. When Cai Jing and Zhao Ji had different opinions, they always took Zhao Ji's side and had a discordant relationship with Cai Jing.

However, this was only what he had read in the history books. Zhu Houzhao did not know if it was Cai Jing and his son's scheme, but after seeing the loyalty, Zhu Houzhao knew that this Cai could not be kept either.

Name: Li Yu, Li Linfu's son

"Strength: Second rate initial stage"

"Loyalty: 30%"

Seeing that pitiful level of loyalty, Li Yu had already been sentenced to death by Zhu Houzhao.

Speaking of which, Li Linfu's bloodline belonged to the close relatives of Tang Gao's ancestor, Li Yuan. Li Yuan's cousin Li Shuliang was the ancestor of Li Linfu's bloodline, so his bloodline could be considered relatively noble.

Now that the three of them had a rough understanding of the situation, Zhu Houzhao had ordered them to have a meal with the officials. Four hours had passed since morning, and the officials were already starving.

After issuing the order, Zhu Houzhao contacted the System and asked, "System, why do historical figures who previously did not know martial arts always have some strength?"

The reason why Zhu Houzhao asked this was because every time he checked the other party's information, the other party would have a certain level of strength, which confused him. Some people were powerless in history, but in this world, they could actually learn martial arts, and some were even experts.

"Ding … because this is a new world formed by many worlds, many people have already changed, so there is no need for the host to be conflicted." The System explained coldly.

Hearing the system's words, Zhu Houzhao immediately cut off his connection with the system, as if there was no explanation.