in2ebook Chapter 356: The Dispute over the Minister of Revenue
Chapter 356: The Dispute over the Minister of Revenue
"Father, I think Lord Liu Shouren is qualified to be the Minister of Revenue!"
Chu Ning took the initiative to speak for Liu Shouren: "During this period, the Ministry of Revenue has been short of officials, and many things cannot be solved immediately. It has always been Lord Liu who has been supporting the Ministry of Revenue.
Judging from the time that Mr. Liu has been handling the affairs of the Ministry of Revenue, he is fully qualified for this position."
It is easy to become an official if you have someone in the court. If you can take over the Ministry of Revenue, one of the six ministries, it is equivalent to having an informant in the court.
This will play a great role in the future development of Bingzhou.
What's more, Liu Shouren was born in Bingzhou and served as the prefect of Dingxiang County. He had feelings for Bingzhou. After becoming the Minister of Revenue, he would definitely find a way to take care of Bingzhou.
In the past, the imperial court had an empty treasury and the Ministry of Revenue existed in name only and did not have much power.
But now it’s different. The national treasury has received so much silver. The Ministry of Revenue will have a lucrative job in the future!
But precisely because this is a lucrative position, the crown prince and other princes are also fighting for it!
As soon as Chu Ning finished speaking, the prince was the first to stand up and object.
"Eighteenth brother, what you said is wrong!"
The prince said indifferently, "Lord Liu is certainly capable, but it has been less than a year since he was promoted from the governor of Dingxiang to the assistant minister of the Ministry of Revenue. It would be unreasonable to promote him to the minister of the Ministry of Revenue."
As he spoke, the prince turned to look at the emperor and said respectfully, "Father, I recommend that the Minister of Works, He Peng, be transferred to the Minister of Revenue!"
As they are all in the same department, transfers between the same level are the most appropriate.
The emperor frowned.
The prince's intention is too obvious!
Originally, Chu Ning was in charge of the Ministry of Revenue affairs, and the silver was also recovered by Chu Ning, so it was most appropriate to let Liu Shouren serve as the Minister of Revenue.
But the prince intervened and raised objections, which made things a little difficult.
More importantly, when the other princes see the crown prince step forward, they will surely follow suit.
Thinking of this, the emperor narrowed his eyes, looked at the other princes and asked, "What do you think?"
The second prince Chu Ming immediately stood up and said in a deep voice: "Father, what the Crown Prince said is very true, Lord Liu cannot be promoted so quickly.
However, the Ministry of Works is equally important, and Lord He is not suitable for the position of Minister of Revenue. I recommend the Imperial Censor Zhang Gaoyuan to be the Minister of Revenue!"
First, we must stop Liu Shouren from taking office, and then we can recommend our own people and not let the prince take advantage of it.
Seeing this, the Fourth Prince immediately stood up to object: "Father, I also think that Lord Liu Shouren is not suitable for the position of Minister of Revenue. I recommend Lord Mo Yushan, the Vice Minister of the Ministry of Personnel, to be the Minister of Revenue!"
Afterwards, the Eighth Prince also stood out of the class with a calm face and said slowly: "The position of Minister of Revenue is of great importance. Lord Liu Shouren is in Dingxiang County and is not very familiar with the affairs of the Ministry of Revenue.
Father, I recommend Mr. Peng Maoxue, the Minister of Rites, to serve as the Minister of Revenue. "
The five princes fell out on the spot over the position of Minister of Revenue.
Everyone knows the importance of the Ministry of Revenue. Whoever gets this position will have a say in the court.
Sitting on the dragon throne, the emperor frowned and glanced at the princes, finally fixing his gaze on Chu Ning.
What does it mean that this kid hasn't spoken?
Do you want me to stand up for him?
Forget it, since Chu Ning recovered the silver for me this time, I will give him a chance.
"My dear ministers, who do you think should be the Minister of Revenue?"
The emperor turned his attention to his ministers.
As soon as the words fell, someone immediately stood up and said, "Your Majesty, I think what the Crown Prince said makes sense. Lord He should be the Minister of Revenue!"
But someone immediately stood up to object: "Humph, Lord He is in charge of the Ministry of Works. If he is transferred to the Ministry of Revenue, who will be responsible for the Ministry of Works?"
"Yes, Lord He is not suitable to be the Minister of Revenue. It is more appropriate for Lord Zhang to be the Minister of Revenue."
"Master Zhang is not suitable. It is safest to let Master Peng take the position."
"Your Majesty, in my humble opinion, Lord Mo is the best candidate for the Minister of Revenue."
All the ministers took sides and defended the people they were loyal to.
The post of Minister of Revenue is of great importance, and they must obtain it for their master, otherwise they will be controlled by others in the court in the future.
But the more they argued, the bigger the smile on Chu Ning's face.
Go ahead and argue, argue more, until the emperor gets sick of you. Then Liu Shouren will be the Minister of Revenue.
These guys still want to take advantage, but they don't know that the emperor is best at balancing the forces in the court.
Now, each of you is asking the officials who support you to come out and take sides. Isn't this telling the cheap emperor: these people are yours!
Given the emperor's character, he will definitely not allow any force to grow stronger.
No matter who of you gets the position of Minister of Revenue, his power will grow in a short time.
But, it will be different when it falls into my hands.
I have no one in the court and no officials supporting me. Even if the Minister of Revenue is my man, my father will not worry that I will become too powerful.
Thinking of the exciting thing, Chu Ning raised the corners of his mouth slightly and revealed a sly smile.
Everyone's reactions were calculated, and everything was under control.
But at this time, the emperor on the dragon throne was already annoyed by the noise from the crowd.
I had just settled the issue of the Ministry of Revenue, and these people started arguing in the court over the position of Minister of Revenue!
"enough!"
The emperor slammed the dragon throne hard and shouted angrily: "This is not a vegetable market, not a place for you to quarrel!"
"Your Majesty, please forgive me!" Everyone was terrified and bowed their heads.
The scene suddenly became quiet.
The emperor glanced at everyone and snorted coldly: "Look at how you look now, how can you look like a high-ranking official of the court?"
Everyone was scolded so much that they dared not speak.
The emperor then turned his gaze to Chu Ning and asked in a cold voice: "Chu Ning, you have heard what everyone said, is there anything else you want to say on behalf of Lord Liu?"
Chu Ning grinned and said, "Father, since so many people are eyeing the position of Minister of Revenue, how about I ask them a question and let Your Majesty decide who will be the Minister of Revenue?"
The emperor narrowed his eyes and said, "Oh? That's a good idea. Go ahead and ask!"
Chu Ning turned to look at the four officials who were recommended, put his hands behind his back, and asked: "My lords, if you were the Minister of Revenue, what would you plan to do after taking office?"
After he finished speaking, Chu Ning pointed his right hand at He Peng and said, "Mr. He was recommended by the Crown Prince, so Mr. He will answer first."
The prince frowned, not understanding why Chu Ning asked this question.
He Peng was also worried.
This one question would determine who would take on the post of Minister of Revenue. If the answer was not good, not only would he lose the post, but he would also disappoint the Crown Prince.
While deep in thought, the emperor on the dragon throne stared at Chu Ning with great interest.
By asking this question, I would like to know how Liu Shouren will answer it later.
Anyway, I have the final say on who can satisfy me.
If Liu Shouren doesn't answer well, don't blame me for not giving you, Chu Ning, a chance!
The emperor rarely showed a playful look.