"If I don't punish him this time, I'm afraid he will really come to steal my throne in the future."
Shen Zhongbai always thought that only people like Shen Qianshan who made smart decisions were the ones he needed to be wary of, but he never thought that people like Liu Chu would one day become a stumbling block for him.
"It's up to you. You are the emperor after all, but in your current state, are you planning to attack him now?"
Chu Junyou remembered that Shen Siyin's wedding should be in the next two days. Shen Zhongbai had previously said that he would bring his betrothal gift there. Although he disliked his future brother-in-law, at least he was the one chosen by his sister. , since Fangdu has already let them leave, it is impossible to stop them at this time.
"Now we have to find a way to take back all the soldiers in his hands. Otherwise, even with the strength of the capital in his hands, there is a high possibility of rebellion."
Shen Zhongbai changed his original intention. Since Liu Chu was someone he couldn't control, there was no need to keep him. If he didn't want to, he could always find another person to take over the military power in his hands. It wasn't necessarily I want him.
"Alas, this is the trouble for you people in the palace. I have never experienced this, so I naturally don't understand. Whatever you want to do, you can do it yourself. I can't control you, but just do it. Don’t forget about your sister’s marriage. I think even if she left, she sent you the invitation because she really wanted your blessing.”
"I know that I will handle these things as soon as possible, but now I am missing someone who can accept these troops."
Since Shen Zhongbai dealt with Gu Linjiang's matter, he has never established the position of prime minister in the court. Almost all matters have been handed over to the Six Ministries. Except for the Ministry of Rites managed by Gu Huai'an, the other five are all within his own capabilities. The people in control, especially Song Yu, will stand on his side no matter what, because he did Song Yu such a big favor at that time. Song Yu will not betray him no matter what, so he can now accept these military powers. The most suitable person is Song Yu.
"Xiao Shunzi, go and tell Mr. Song from the Household Department to come over."
Shen Zhongbai had always felt that Song Yu's brains were not as good as those of Shen Qianshan's, and he had no martial arts skills. To him, he was really just a loyal person. Later, he ordered the death of Gu Suran's stand-in, and he I feel that this person is not only loyal, but also cruel. Since then, I have been impressed by Song Yu, but he has never had a chance to perform. Now this time is indeed a good opportunity.
Song Yu had not been summoned by Shen Zhongbai for a long time. He originally thought that Shen Zhongbai would be busy with other things recently and would not have time to come to see him. However, he did not expect that the little eunuch next to him would suddenly come to his house.
"Lord Song, the Emperor has invited you."
This little eunuch this time is completely different from the one who was used by Gu Zhiyao before. He understands his status very well and knows that it is not easy for a little eunuch like him to survive in the palace. He has never expected anything else. Because of this, he does his job honestly and never provokes others.
Song Yu looked at the little eunuch's dull eyes and couldn't guess whether it was a good thing or a bad thing for Shen Zhongbai to call him over this time. In desperation, he could only simply arrange his clothes and follow the little eunuch into the palace.
During the recent period, no matter what Shen Zhongbai did, Chu Junyou would always be by his side. Shen Zhongbai didn't think anything was wrong. Chu Junyou seemed to be used to this way of getting along. He never said anything was wrong. Shen Zhongbai never forced him. However, as soon as Song Yu entered the door, he saw this The scene is inevitably a bit dumbfounding.
"Your Majesty, this young master..."
Song Yu didn't know Chu Junyou's identity, so he didn't dare to say anything without permission. However, since he could appear in Shen Zhongbai's study, it meant that his identity must be extraordinary and he should not be someone he could afford to offend. So there was no hesitation, but because he didn't know how to address him, he still asked first.
"You don't have to worry about him. If you have anything to do, I'll tell you directly. There's no need to avoid him." After all, in the next period of time, Chu Junyou will stay in the study for two days on his behalf. If Song Yu has anything at this time, If things come to him, Chu Junyou will inevitably reveal his secret. After all, Song Yu is a smart person. First, let Chu Junyou get acquainted with Song Yu at this time, so as not to reveal any clues when he leaves.
"I don't know what the emperor is talking about when he asked his subordinates to come here?"
"There's nothing else. I just want to serve as an imperial edict. You take a few guards with you and go to the home of the Minister of War. After reading out the imperial edict, take back the military talisman in his hand. The one in his hand After work, you can keep it temporarily, remember, it cannot be handed over to anyone without a certificate of instruction."
So I didn't expect that Shen Zhongbai had never looked for him for such a long time, and suddenly looking for him was such an important matter. Could it be that Shen Zhongbai really wanted to let himself control the power of the Ministry of War this time? impossible
"Did your Majesty, your Majesty, hear you correctly? Do you mean that your Majesty, your Majesty, will now take charge of all the troops in the Ministry of War? Then Mr. Liu..."
Although Song Yu had never been on good terms with Liu Chu, it was hard for him to accept that Liu Chu was suddenly removed from his position and had all his military symbols withdrawn despite having made no mistakes.
"It's useless to ask so many questions. All you have to do now is do what you should do according to my will. You don't need to know other things."
Song Yu also knew that talking too much would lead to mistakes, so he didn't ask any more questions. After receiving the imperial edict, he left immediately. However, Liu Chu didn't seem to have any other movements recently, so why was he suddenly preparing to take back the military talisman.
Although Song Yu felt uneasy, after all, Liu Chu had always been a relatively arrogant person in the court. As far as he is concerned, he has indeed bullied himself. If he went to read out the imperial edict at this time, would it make him feel that he had framed him behind his back? Is that why the emperor punished them
He returned home uneasy. He already had the imperial edict in his hand, and it was impossible for him not to go there. What's more, this time the emperor had already spoken, saying that after taking back the military talismans, he would leave them all to himself for safekeeping. This could be regarded as a way for the emperor to treat himself. Trust it. He couldn't miss such an opportunity. Even if he offended Liu Chu, it wouldn't be a big problem for him from now on.
What's more, after that, you will be a soldier in the capital. All the soldiers and horses in the capital will be deployed by yourself. Why do you still fear Liu Chu
Song Yu had always been bullied by Liu Chu because he didn't know martial arts. He was obviously an equal, but Liu Chu made things difficult for him everywhere, and now he finally got his comeuppance.
"Sir, Lord Song from the Ministry of Revenue has come over and said he has brought the emperor's imperial edict."
"Song Yu, why are you all here to join in the fun today? First it's Gu Huaian, and now it's Song Yu. Is it possible that the emperor already knows?"
Liu Chu muttered something casually, but he didn't expect that it turned out to be a prophecy.
"Master Song is a rare visitor. I don't see you coming to my residence on weekdays, so why did you choose to come here today? Could it be that you know that I just sent away an important guest here?"
Sometimes I get a lot of anger from Gu Huai'an, but when facing Gu Huai'an, I can't say anything or beat him. But the person in front of me is different. He is just a civil servant. For me, I was so angry that I had to be beaten and scolded, so it was best to take it all out on him.
"Master Liu's Ministry of War Minister's Mansion is a good place. I am from a lowly background. If there is nothing important, I would not dare to insult this precious land. However, I am here today to read out the imperial edict."
"Liu Chu, Minister of War, why didn't you kneel down after seeing the imperial edict?"
Liu Chu's face was a little unhappy, but after all, he couldn't help but kneel down in front of the holy object, so he knelt down reluctantly.
"Liu Chu, the Minister of War, was arrogant and domineering and abused his power. He resigned from the position of Minister of War and handed over all military power in his hands to Song Yu, Minister of Household Affairs."
"Impossible, you are pretending to pass the imperial edict!" When Liu Chu heard such news, he immediately jumped up. He had been the Minister of the Ministry of War for so many years, and he was demoted, so he suddenly lost his position. If he doesn't give it to himself, does Shen Zhongbai still want to burn bridges
"The imperial edict is written in black and white, and it is covered with the emperor's jade seal. Do you still want to deny it, Mr. Liu? Instead of crying like this, why don't you think about what went wrong and made the emperor angry? There is still room for change after apologizing to the emperor."
"Even if the emperor wants to take back my military power, how can he hand all the military power into your hands? You are just a civil servant, you don't know how to wield a sword or a gun, and you don't even have the ability to protect yourself. What qualifications do you have to take charge of the world? All the troops in the capital?"
"Master Liu, whether you are qualified or not is the final decision of the emperor, not the lower official. If you don't want to, you can go to the emperor to argue. The lower official is only responsible for conveying imperial edicts and collecting military talismans. Other matters are irrelevant. It’s not under my control.”
"You bitch, how dare you sit on my head? Believe it or not, I'll stab you... "
"The imperial edict is already here. Even if Mr. Liu wants to refuse to listen, there is nothing he can do. If you kill me, you will no longer be the Minister of War. Instead of being angry at me here, it is better to hand over the military talisman earlier."