Joy of Life: I am Li Chengze, and I have mastered the Eight Wonders

Chapter 6: All Under Heaven Belongs to the King

Li Chengze's sophistry poured out like a spring: "Corruption and bribery are indeed serious crimes that violate the law of the country and are harmful to the country.

However, in some cases, the motivation behind this may not be entirely wrong.”

He quoted from the classics, "I once read a book that said:
"People all over the world are busy and bustling, all for profit." This is true.

After saying this, he turned to Fan Xian, only to see that the other party had a look of astonishment, and was obviously shocked by these remarks.

Emperor Qing had a thoughtful look on his face, carefully savoring the meaning behind the Second Prince's words.

Lai Mingcheng was disdainful and angrily retorted:

The Second Prince's words are clearly sophistry! Are you trying to excuse those who trample on the laws of the country for their own selfish desires?"

Li Chengze smiled calmly and resolved the issue easily:

"Mr. Lai, your words are too harsh. This is not my intention. What I am saying is the common human nature.

Everyone has their own considerations for working for Daqing.

It is human nature to not get up early without profit. In this world, money, power, and fame are all for profit. Mr. Lai, do you think that those who are not greedy for money are necessarily honest officials or good people? "

After these words were spoken, Lai Mingcheng's face turned pale and he was speechless for a moment. He could only snort coldly, turned around angrily and said no more.

The atmosphere in the hall was solemn for a moment, and everyone fell into deep thought.

Li Chengze continued slowly:
"It is our duty as ministers to assist Your Majesty, but we also need to make a living and support our families. This is human nature."

"Therefore, sometimes, due to the pressure of livelihood or out of filial piety, some officials make mistakes and step into the gray area to obtain improper wealth to solve urgent problems. Although such behavior is against the rules, it is also human nature."

"Besides, all the land under heaven belongs to the king, and all the people in the world are his subjects. All the wealth will eventually belong to your majesty.

Even if the money temporarily falls into the hands of others, as long as you are in Daqing, Your Majesty can use it at any time. They are just keeping it for Your Majesty temporarily. Only in this way can you feel at ease and continue to work hard for Daqing. "

"Therefore, I believe that such behavior, although faulty, is not inherently wrong."

"I made friends with many officials in order to consolidate the foundation of Daqing. Money is just an auxiliary tool to maintain unity and promote harmony. This is my humble opinion. I hope your Majesty will understand."

Upon hearing this, Emperor Qing secretly admired Li Chengze's remarks, which showed such courage and insight, which was truly rare.

Lin Ruopu was standing by, mumbling

“All under heaven belongs to the king;

"All the people in the land are the king's subjects"
A barely perceptible chill flashed across his eyes, and then he returned to normal.

As the prime minister, he knew Emperor Qing's intentions very well and had his own plans for the succession to the throne.

He secretly evaluated the pros and cons of the Crown Prince and the Second Prince, and believed that the Crown Prince was more stable, while the Second Prince seemed to be scheming and if he ascended the throne, it might cause turmoil in the court.

Now, Li Chengze's words undoubtedly exposed his ambitions and means, making Lin Ruopu more determined to support the prince.

After all, in his opinion, maintaining the stability of the court is far more important than personal ambition.

Daqing has just recovered and the national strength has yet to be restored. The ambition to unify the world seems still a long way off.

Although Emperor Qing had this ambition, he was not able to achieve his goal due to the harsh reality.
He is trying to flatter and curry favor with the emperor. How can such a scheming person be responsible for governing the country? If he ascends the throne, the world will be plunged into unrest again.

Upon hearing this, Fan Xian stared at Li Chengze with a sharp gaze, his heart filled with turmoil.

This is what the time traveler doesn't want.
Mandated by Heaven, long life and eternal prosperity. In the shocked eyes of the crowd, Emperor Qing slowly spoke and gave some degree of approval to Li Chengze's remarks.
But then he changed the subject and emphasized the principle that those who make mistakes must be punished.

He asked Li Chengze how to deal with those officials who took money but did not do their job or did not do good things. Li Chengze answered without hesitation that those who harmed the interests of Qing should be killed without mercy.

After hearing this, Emperor Qing laughed and clapped his hands, then turned to ask Li Chengze how he should be punished.

Li Chengze pondered for a moment and made an unexpected request - he was willing to give up his royal status, go to the border between Daqing and Beiliang, be an ordinary soldier, and serve the country.

As soon as these words came out, everyone in the room was shocked. You know, Northwest Liang is a powerful country, rumor has it that there are many great masters, and although they have not invaded the south in recent years, they are secretly accumulating strength, as if they are waiting for the new king to take the throne before launching a large-scale attack.

Going to the border at this time is like a sheep walking into a tiger's mouth, which is likely to be dangerous.

However, Li Chengze seemed extremely determined, as if he had already put life and death aside.

Everyone was talking about it, some were shocked, while others were secretly impressed by his courage.

Emperor Qing had a complicated look on his face, showing both approval and worry.

He knew very well that although Li Chengze's action seemed impulsive, it actually contained deep meaning and was a challenge and proof to himself.

But how could the dangers of the border be easily allowed? Emperor Qing secretly pondered how to deal with this sudden change.

"."

The sound of people's discussions.

How could it escape the ears of Grand Master Qingdi?
But he did not refute or comment on this argument...

Northern Liang?
snort!
If they really dare to come, let them know the power of firearms...

I, the Emperor Qing, am more than just a Grandmaster -~!
As for him...

Emperor Qing looked at the Second Prince with a dazed look in his eyes and said, "Good! You have great ambitions, but my Great Qing has no shortage of soldiers..."

"And you are a prince. If you are unable to save your life, I will confine you to your house for a year and not allow you to go out. You can get married at the same time. Are you willing?

I am willing,

The target of the marriage is none other than Ye Ling'er, the Grandmaster of Liuyun Sanshou, Ye Liuyun's family!
"Emperor Qing, he granted the marriage without even asking for a consultation!"

"Even if someone else is sending me a wife, I have to ask first: Lao Xu, do you want a wife? If you say yes, I will send her to you later!"

"Sure enough, in his heart, even his son is just a tool!"

Let’s adjourn the court!

……

In the deep courtyard of the palace, Ye Ling'er, dressed in fiery red clothes, was like an untamed flame colt. She held a sharp kitchen knife in her hand, glared at Li Chengze, and roared, "I will definitely put you to death!"

At this moment, Xie Bian stepped forward, the long sword in his hand flashing with cold light, and he stood in front of Li Chengze, his eyes as sharp as torches, fixed on Ye Ling'er's figure.

Although Ye Ling'er came from a martial arts family and had superb martial arts skills, her strength seemed insignificant in front of Xie Bian, a top master.

However, Xie Bian dared not slack off in the slightest due to his sense of responsibility to protect the Second Prince. Even when facing an ordinary person holding a kitchen knife, he would do his best.

Facing Ye Ling'er's threat.

(End of this chapter)