sbdcsierra Chapter 212: The merit must be achieved
Chapter 212: The merit must be achieved
However, the Fragrant Concubine is an exception.
She was now gloating and preparing to add insult to injury.
But when she glanced at everyone, she found that everyone had an ambiguous look of emotion in their eyes?
Even Prime Minister Rong, who originally had a sullen face and wanted only to severely punish Yu Jiuer, seemed to have a relaxed expression at this moment.
His eyes were full of meaning, with confusion, relief, and even admiration in them?
What exactly is going on?
Also, it was understandable that the eldest princess had a light in her eyes. After all, her daughter Qingyang was married to Yinshan County, and it was understandable that she didn't want her daughter to be demoted to a slave and suffer.
But why does even the Prime Minister have such a proud expression on his face? What does the success or failure of Yinshan County have to do with him?
Fortunately, the emperor's gloomy expression did not change much because of Yu Jiuer's words.
It's just that Concubine Xiang prides herself on being smart, but she doesn't understand that her husband, the emperor, is good at disguising himself.
In fact, Yu Jiuer’s words also stirred up a storm in his heart. He was now struggling and wondering how to deal with it!
There were a room full of censors, as well as the heads of civil servants and veterans of three dynasties, so he had to make his decision.
But as an emperor, how could he not have some acting skills?
Showing one's emotions on one's face is a big taboo in the court!
Xiang Fei foolishly mocked, "Yu Shufei, don't think you can influence the emperor's thoughts by speaking boldly. Your brother Yu Wushuang taught you this, right? When a woman like you speaks these words, it's like acting in an opera, full of hypocrisy! Your Majesty, don't you agree?"
Concubine Duan glared at this troublemaker fiercely. If she knew that Yu Jiuer was Yu Wushuang, would she still dare to be so proud?
The emperor was feeling upset and had a lot of anger at heart, and Xiang Fei just happened to walk into his trap.
"I think Xiang Fei, you are bored and have nothing to do. You just think about stirring up trouble all day long, right? Go back to the palace and reflect on your mistakes. You will be confined to your room for a month!" The emperor said this through gritted teeth, and it was obvious that he was very angry.
"Ah?" Empress Xiang fell to her knees and collapsed to the ground, with a look of disbelief on her face, not daring to say another word.
Concubine Duan secretly rejoiced, this is what they call "you reap what you sow"!
She looked at Yu Jiuer and admired her very much.
Yu Jiuer is bold in what she says and does, and she is sincere and straightforward. If Mo'er had not been born into a royal family, it would have been a great blessing in his life to have such a woman by his side!
Pity!
As a prince, Mo'er has to consider his future in everything he says and does. Yu Jiuer is bold and will sooner or later bring him trouble. Therefore, she firmly believes that Yu Jiuer must not be her daughter-in-law!
In response to Concubine Xiang's unwarranted ridicule, Jun Mo said proudly, "Who doesn't know how to say nice things? But how many people dare to speak frankly in front of our father? Jiu'er must have spoken out of her heart."
Shang Buqun was very sensible. Under everyone's surprised eyes, he directly bowed to Yu Jiuer and said, "I never thought that a little girl would have such great ambitions. We are ashamed of ourselves even though we are in the court. Concubine Yu is really admirable!"
The Eighth Princess echoed, "Concubine Yu, you are amazing! You are simply a role model for us women!"
The imperial censors who used to complain about having no place to vent their anger were now silent. There was shock and admiration in their eyes as they looked at Yu Jiuer!
Such a young woman, who seemed to have infinite power in her body, was not only outspoken and frank, but also intelligent and eloquent?
It’s a pity that she was born a girl. If she were a man, what role would the Censorate have for them?
Prime Minister Rong was in a complicated mood at this time. Although Yu Jiuer's behavior was indulgent and violated etiquette, what she said was quite meaningful and thought-provoking.
Only then did he understand why Jun Mo had a special liking for her? Such a woman, any man with great ambitions would not be able to ignore her, would he not like her?
The emperor looked at Yu Jiuer without saying anything. Everyone had their own thoughts and no one dared to say anything.
For a moment, the imperial study was so quiet that one could hear a pin drop.
The imperial censors looked at each other, and it was clear that they were biased towards Yinshan County. After all, that was indeed an injustice imposed on the ancestors of Yinshan County.
They can't go against their conscience and help the emperor just for the sake of their jobs!
The two children threw themselves into Yu Jiuer's arms, one on the left and one on the right, tilted their little heads back, and looked around the adults in the room with their big eyes rolling.
Are you playing the game of statues?
Yu Jiuer bravely broke the silence and said fearlessly: "Back then, Princess Xinyue fought bravely and protected the people, just so that the people could live and work in peace.
But unexpectedly, after her death, the people she protected with all her heart were wronged and humiliated, and her descendants still live in fear and pressure because of this injustice.
If Princess Xinyue knew about this, she would be so sad! "
"Grandfather! Mother is right!" A childish voice sounded, and Xiao Jing'er looked at the emperor seriously, with a shrewdness in her eyes that seemed to see through everything.
He completely inherited all the shrewdness and intelligence from Jun Mo and Yu Jiuer.
The emperor looked at his two grandsons, and his eyes finally softened. He had to give his grandsons some face, right?
Then he said to Yu Jiuer unhappily: "Yu Jiuer, you are really great!"
He lowered his eyes and thought for a moment, then he said, "I will issue a notice to clear up the grievances of the Yinshan ancestors. As for the Yinshan Contract..."
As he spoke, he glanced at the crowd, paused, and his eyes lingered on the faces of several censors for a moment.
Yu Jiuer's heart rose to her throat, and even her breathing stopped at the emperor's words.
This is what she cares about most in her heart!
The Yinshan Contract was abolished. Not only did the common people no longer have to worry about being demoted to slavery, they could enter and leave Yinshan County freely like common people from other places. She could also relieve herself of her heavy responsibility and randomly select a capable person to take on the position of county magistrate and completely cover up the matter of her dressing as a man!
After the late emperor wronged the Yinshan people, he hypocritically formulated such a contract to restrict the Yinshan descendants. The descendants actually thought that this contract was for their own good and that it allowed them to temporarily escape from their slavery and they were grateful. But this is another shackle!
She had no gratitude for the late emperor's mean behavior! She must abolish this broken contract.
While he was stunned, the emperor's majestic voice sounded: "When the previous emperor formulated the Yinshan Contract, he mentioned that it could not be abolished unless Yinshan County made great achievements. He made this contract out of regret, hoping that the people of Yinshan could constantly strive for self-improvement and not be so weak in the future that they could not resist the Western Regions trampling on their land.
I intend to continue the late emperor's last wish with this "Yinshan Contract", and I will not abandon it until it is fulfilled."
Upon hearing this, Yu Jiuer fell to the ground with powerlessness all over her body. No matter how hard she tried, she still couldn't get rid of it!
What kind of merit is considered a "significant achievement"? Isn't it up to the emperor to decide?
Yu Jiuer asked boldly: "May I ask Your Majesty, what is a 'significant achievement'? Can you tell me a little?"
Everyone was shocked. They didn't expect Yu Jiuer to be so persistent.
The emperor was clearly embarrassed and was making excuses to get by. Wasn't she directly arguing with the emperor?
The emperor's chest heaved violently, and he did not answer her.
Yu Jiuer made up her mind and asked again: "My achievements in dealing with the locust plague last time can be regarded as saving the people from disaster. Isn't that great enough?"
Last time, she made outstanding contributions in controlling the locust plague, but the emperor used that achievement to only give her the status of a concubine?
So stingy!
The emperor stared at Yu Jiuer with stern eyes. It seemed that if he didn't give her a reasonable explanation today, she would not let it go.
This Yu Jiuer is just like her brother Yu Wushuang. In order to achieve her goals, she plays dumb and is shameless and very difficult to deal with!
He actually called so many helpers today, it’s really hateful!
The emperor was so angry that he secretly decided not to be led by her.
So, he said in a deep voice, against his conscience: "The control of the locust plague is your own achievement, not the achievement of the people of Yinshan!"
Yu Jiuer was dumbfounded. When the old emperor becomes a rogue, who can resist him?
She knelt down fearlessly and said aggressively, "Your Majesty, please tell me clearly what is meant by 'great achievement'?"
"Since you know why Princess Xinyue, my eldest sister, sacrificed herself, you should know that she cares about the people and hopes that you can live a comfortable life. Then when you can live a comfortable life in Yinshan County, come and make requests to me!"
Yu Jiuer could only kowtow with a disappointed heart: "Yes!"
The emperor has said so, what else can she do? If the people want to live comfortably, they must drive out the people from the Western Regions, and they must be prosperous and strong. She can only do her best to do it.
Jun Mo quietly held Yu Jiuer's hand to give her strength.
Yu Jiuer smiled back. After all, the injustice was cleared up and it was a wish fulfilled. One shouldn't be too greedy!
However, there was one more thing she had to do.