Chapter 929: If You Want to Be a Dog, Then Be One

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Fu Yuzhi's words, like a shot of adrenaline, seemed to inject the stifling atmosphere of Taihe Hall with renewed energy. All the officials visibly perked up and turned their attention to Fu Yuzhi.

"The salaries of officials, court expenditures, soldiers' wages, and disaster relief, all had regulations and procedures. The national treasury only collected taxes each year, which was insufficient to cover everything, but the amount paid out was still enough. Your Highness, how can you confuse the issues and mislead people"

Before the words could even sink in, a voice suddenly cut in.

"Master Fu, your words are amiss."

The exact same opening, just with a different object.

To open the door, it was Xu Changqing himself.

He stood up with a stern face and said, “It’s true that all expenses are paid from the treasury, but it’s an undeniable fact that the treasury has been empty for many years. Moreover, last year there was a natural disaster. The Emperor showed compassion for the people's hardship and therefore exempted many places from taxes. This resulted in the treasury not only failing to collect money, but also spending money on disaster relief. Do you know how much the difference between income and expenditure is”

"Last year, if it weren't for His Highness the Crown Prince's wisdom and bravery, not only would there have been no relief efforts, but even the officials here in the Tahe Palace wouldn't have had money to distribute to ensure everyone had a good New Year. Not to mention the soldiers' salaries and the stipends of local officials throughout the land."

"Lord Fu does not engage in treasury affairs, so he may not understand the burden of taxes and duties on officials. However, as a Grand Scholar, Lord Fu is so quick to judge without considering the facts. He calls His Highness, who has resolved an urgent matter for the imperial court, a manipulator who uses ambiguity and misleading terms. This is truly laughable."

Xu Changqing's words before were relatively normal, but the latter half was not so pleasant to hear.

Fu Yuzhi's face darkened, and she said, "Sir Xu, are you insulting me"

"Not dare!"

Xu Changqing bowed slightly and said calmly, "I'm just giving Fu Da Ren a lesson from my professional perspective as an official in the Ministry of Revenue."

Last class!

"Fu Yuzhi laughed angrily and said, 'Good lesson! You, a mere Ministry of Household official, dare to give me a lesson Don't you think I don't deserve to be the Grand Scholar' "

Xu Changqing today was like he had eaten gunpowder, not only did he not back down, but he also sneered and said: "If Lord Fu thinks he is not worthy, then let him think that he is self-aware. Because anyone who understands even a little bit would know that in the situation last year, it was thanks to His Highness that the court was able to hold on."

"If Lord Fu doesn't respect Your Highness, that would be one thing, but to nitpick and find fault is unacceptable. Though my position is humble, I have a conscience unlike Lord Fu who is so shameless."

Xu Changqing, with full firepower, refuted Yu Zhi's madness with every word.

Fu Yuzhi was furious, her face darkened, and her eyes fixed on Xu Changqing burned with raging anger.

At this time, an official stood up and said: “Sir Xu, no matter what, Master Fu is a Grand Scholar of the current dynasty. Your lower official status disrespects your superiors, and you insult him so openly. This is not only a breach of court etiquette but also a disgrace to scholars.”

Xu Changqing looked up at the speaker and saw that he was a staunch supporter of the cabinet. He sneered, "Who was I back then Just a dog."

This person who spoke up got his position by flattering others. He once, after drinking too much, said he was willing to be a dog for the cabinet. Since then, this man whose official position wasn't particularly high became well-known.

Xu Changqing's words caused the man's face to change dramatically. He angrily exclaimed, "Xu Changqing, what do you mean!"

"You're not allowed to have others repeat what you said"

Xu Changqing sneered: "If you want to be a dog, go ahead. Don't block my way and get in my eyes."This statement, at first glance, appears perfectly fine.Even as the crown prince of the Qin Empire, he had no authority over subjects of the Jin Kingdom."But Li Chen didn't let him off so easily. He s...