Translator: Dj2203
Editor: Dj2203
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Jiang Hongwen now realized that he couldn’t keep his black hat anymore.
Yun Qianyu said, “It’s not that I’m being unreasonable, nor that I’m dismissing you because of a bet. Doesn’t Grand Scholar Jiang know where he went wrong?”
Jiang Hongwen was full of questions. Wasn’t it just because he was a member of Rui Wang’s faction and made things difficult for her in public?
“As the Emperor’s close advisor, not only are you incompetent, but you also think too highly of yourself; when faced with problems, instead of trying to solve them, your first thought is to turn against your own people. You, Grand Secretary Jiang, were ruthless in targeting me. I seriously doubt whether someone like you can act fairly in public. So I investigated your conduct during your tenure, and what I found horrified me! After the morning court session, all the officials can go to the Jiang family to hear what the imperial edict says! Grand Secretary Jiang, I want to ask you, when the country faces a crisis, can someone like you step forward? Clearly, you cannot. Therefore, this is the real reason for your dismissal.”
Yun Qianyu criticized mercilessly. She didn’t want the officials to think she was joking with the court, dismissing a Grand Secretary of the Inner Cabinet merely because of a bet.
With a wave of her hand, Yu Jian immediately ordered the eunuchs behind him to step forward and remove Jiang Hongwen’s official robes, his black veil, and even his court boots.
Jiang Hongwen, looking utterly disheveled, was dragged out of the Golden Palace by the guards. After Yun Qianyu’s words, he was powerless to refute her. He knew perfectly well how many unscrupulous things he had done with Rui Wang over the years! Since Yun Qianyu had already spoken, the evidence must be clear; his attempts to deny it would be futile.
Yun Qianyu glanced at the assembled officials standing with their hands at their sides and said, “There are many like Jiang Hongwen who have lost their way. I will not go and expose them one by one in the hope that they may repent and return to the right path. You officials should think carefully!”
Immediately, some officials broke out in a cold sweat!
Seeing that Jiang Hongwen’s matter was settled, Yu Jian reported, “Grandfather, there are currently five Grand Secretaries in the Inner Cabinet. Jiang Hongwen was a first-rank Grand Secretary, while the other four are second-rank. I suggest promoting one of them to the first rank, so that he can better assist Grandfather in handling state affairs.”
“Well said! Who do you think is suitable, Yu Jian?” Murong Cang knew that Yu Jian had a plan in mind since he made this suggestion, and he wanted to see Yu Jian’s ability to judge people.
The court officials also listened attentively to Yu Jian’s proposal, wanting to know who would be so lucky.
“I think Grand Secretary Lu is very suitable.”
As soon as Yu Jian finished speaking, all the officials’ eyes fell on Lu Zihao.
Lu Zihao’s expression did not change; he just stood with his eyes slightly lowered.
“Grand Secretary Lu is erudite, upright, and fearless of authority. Since joining the Cabinet, he has handled almost all its affairs without complaint, fulfilling his duties faithfully. I believe there is no one more suitable than him.”
Murong Cang nodded with satisfaction. “Yu Jian’s words are apt; Lu Zihao, accept the appointment!”
The ministers were surprised that the Emperor had so readily adopted the Crown Prince’s opinion. What did this mean? It meant the Emperor also favored Lu Zihao.
Lu Zihao stepped forward with neither arrogance nor servility, his composed demeanor earning a silent nod from Yun Qianyu. “Grand Secretary Lu Zihao of the Cabinet is incorruptible and has achieved outstanding political achievements. He is hereby granted the title of Grand Secretary of the First Rank, as a sign of Imperial Grace!” Murong Cang personally issued the imperial edict.
Lu Zihao knelt to receive the decree. “Your subject accepts the decree and expresses gratitude. Long live the Emperor!”
“Rise! The imperial edict will be delivered to your residence shortly.”
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