Tang Jian was struggling very hard. Li Mu was his stepson in private. Although he knew that Li Mu might not take him seriously, with Sun's family here, he would not not take Li Mu seriously. If the Golden Palace refuted Li Mu today, he would probably be uneasy when he went home.

But if he does not refute it, he will not be able to pass his own level. As the Minister of the Ministry of Civil Affairs, he is in charge of the country's money pocket. If he set up the Ministry of Internal Affairs, wouldn't it be equivalent to building a new system that would have emptied the Ministry of Civil Affairs?

Not only that, Li Mu did business under the banner of the emperor and entered the private market, and the impact of it was incalculable. If this was done, the emperor was very happy to be successful and plundered people's wealth, which might cause disaster to the world.

The same is true, the three provinces and six ministries, civil and military officials knew it in their hearts. But most of them were involved in the salt industry of the Tang Dynasty and the mining industry of the Tang Dynasty. Moreover, they were the two leaders, Changsun Wuji and Wang Gui. The sky fell and there was a tall one holding on to them. Seeing that they did not express their opinions, they didn't say anything.

It’s not that Changsun Wuji and Wang Gui didn’t know the pros and cons. The reason why they didn’t stand up and spoke was because they had hope. The two of them looked at one person at the same time, which was Wei Zheng standing next to him.

Wei Zheng was also hesitating. His current feelings were not much different from Li Shimin. Originally, when Li Mu said something, the one who was most likely to object was Wei Zheng, but now, Wei Zheng still has something to ask Li Mu to do, and he gave the money first, so the matter has not been done yet. If he stood up to refute Li Mu at this time, it would be certain to turn against him with this guy's past behavior.

What should I do if I ask him for money? Could he give it to me?

Wei Zheng gritted his teeth, and hated his teeth itched. If he had known what happened today, he would not have given any money first.

Wei Zheng is different from Tang Jian. He has a straightforward personality and never understands what advance or retreat means. If he understands, he is not Wei Zheng anymore. Even though he knows that Li Mu will turn against him and speak, he still wants to say it.

As soon as he felt ruthless, Wei Zheng was about to take a step. However, he did not expect that someone would be faster than him.

At the waist of the civil servants' line, a young censor stood up. He looked serious and raised his tablet and shouted: "Your Majesty, I have something to say!"

A loud shout, like a thunder, attracted the eyes of all civil and military officials. When everyone saw it, they all knew each other. Isn’t this the famous Censor Wang Jingze who has become famous recently?

He once counted Wei Zheng and others for falsely accusing Zhulu Hou, so he was favored by the emperor. He was promoted from a small censor to three levels to fill the vacancy of the Censor Central Chief. Just when everyone thought that this man was going to surrender to Li Mu and become Li Mu's mouthpiece. He also impeached Zhulu Hou Li Mu and the Shizhong Wang Gui due to the road construction incident, which caused an uproar among the people.

He offended two of the three major forces in the court. Now he is the only nobleman left, but he has not been provoked. However, depending on his attitude towards things, if something happens in the future, he will never give Changsun Wuji face.

There were many discussions about him between the government and the public. Some people thought he was a wise man, some people thought he was crazy, and some people thought that he had the spirit of Wei Zheng when he was young. Wei Zheng's reputation came from the courage to speak out and make straightforward advice. Wang Jingze's recent actions must be regarded as the word "spoken advice".

But in Li Shimin's opinion, Wang Jingze is far less annoying than Wei Zheng. What Wang Jingze said is mainly reflected in "direct advice". As for contradicting the emperor, he has never done it. The same was true when he impeached Li Mu last time. Although he said it badly and ruthlessly, after Li Shimin made a decision, he disappeared.

This made Li Shimin feel very respect. In his heart, the censors want to do this. You can say something, but you can't force the emperor. I am the emperor. If the emperor decides his words, how can others let others say anything?

Wei Zheng was not like this. He liked to be a slander, which made Li Shimin feel disgusted.

Seeing all the officials, Wang Jingze was the first to stand up and speak. Li Shimin's eyes showed a hint of admiration and said, "Wang Aiqing, what do you have to say, say it."

Wang Jingze looked solemn, his tone was neither humble nor arrogant, and said, "Your Majesty, I am bold. May I ask Zhulu Hou a few questions, and please forgive me."

Li Mu seemed a little surprised, looked at Wang Jingze and said, "Do you have something to ask me?"

Wang Jingze ignored him, but just looked at Li Shimin and said, "Please ask Your Majesty to be kind."

Li Shimin was also a little surprised. He had heard of Li Mu's "notorious reputation" in the market. This was a person who threw feces at a disagreement. Wang Jingze dared to ask him questions in the Golden Palace. He would never be able to do without any courage.

Li Shimin was happy to see Li Mu a little troubled, and was quite gloating, saying, "As the chief censor, Wang Aiqing is responsible for supervision, so he can naturally ask questions." After saying that, as if he was worried about Li Mu's attack, he glanced at him and said in a deep voice: "Li Mu, since you have proposed to set up an internal affairs office, you must stand the discussion. If all officials do not allow it, I cannot agree."

Li Mu seemed to have suffered a lot, a little reluctant, and said helplessly: "I understand, please ask Wang Zhongcheng to ask a question."

Wang Jingze was not polite at all and asked directly: "Mr. Zhulu proposed to set up an Interior Affairs Office and recommended himself as the Minister of the General Administration to take charge of the affairs of the Interior Affairs Office. There is no problem with this matter, but the officials knew that the Mar. Zhulu also had transactions and made great profits. If Mar. Zhulu served as the Minister of the General Administration and helped His Majesty manage the transactions and the Imperial Village, how can he ensure that he would not use his power to expand his own transactions by using His Majesty's power?"

When the officials heard this, they secretly said the word "速". Where did Wang Jingze borrow the courage from? He dared to ask such a question. If Li Mu wanted to be the chief minister, he would naturally have no profit to get up early. Where did this profit come from? Either it was greedy or it was taking advantage of the situation.

Li Mu probably won’t be greedy for the ink. After all, the emperor is not confused and will definitely check the accounts regularly. But it is inevitable to take advantage of the situation. For example, Li Mu invested part of his money in the name of running the imperial farm and waited for dividends. This is a kind of leverage.

This approach is the meaning of the question. Not only do all officials think it is normal, but Li Shimin also acquiesced, after all, he cannot let others work in vain. But Wang Jingze said it, which is very embarrassing. If he doesn't let him borrow money, the general manager will be a waste of work. What's the point?

Everyone's eyes were fixed on Li Mu, waiting to listen to his answer.

Li Mu's face was as deep as water, and his mind was exposed. After a long time, he gritted his teeth and a sneer appeared on the corner of his mouth: "Wang Zhongcheng asked a good question, and it can be seen that Wang Zhongcheng is truly loyal to His Majesty. I am happy for His Majesty. But Wang Zhongcheng should not forget that I am also dedicated to His Majesty until his death. I can answer this question in front of His Majesty and the Dukes. My Majesty's business is clearly divided into the business of the Office of the Internal Affairs. The voice of the Office of the Internal Affairs is not involved at all. The profits earned will be all on the books of the Office of the Internal Affairs. The Censorate welcomes the Censorate to send people to check the accounts regularly."

When all the officials heard this, they secretly felt aching for Li Mu. They said lightly, and the benefits involved were started by hundreds of thousands of yuan. Everyone saw Li Mu gritted his teeth. This Wang Jingze was really too hated.

But at the same time, an inexplicable sense of happiness surged in everyone's hearts. I don't know when the officials and Li Shimin had the same problem. If Li Mu suffered a loss, everyone would gloat and feel happy together.

However, this time, everyone admitted that Li Mu's loss was a bit too big. But in this case, no one could do anything about it. Should I say I would not agree? If you don't agree, it is for your own selfish interests and it is difficult to get on the brink of death. I have to answer this way.

Wang Jingze smiled, as if he was disdainful of Li Mu, and said, "There is another problem for the officials. Zhulu Hou proposed to set up an internal affairs office. I wonder if he would pay taxes to the national treasury?"

Li Mu snorted coldly and said, "Why is Wang Zhongcheng afraid he doesn't recognize the words? The word "Internal Affairs" is not enough to explain? When doing business, you use the treasury as the capital. If you make money, it will naturally belong to the treasury. What does it have to do with the treasury? The treasury has no capital."

Li Shimin nodded unconsciously and agreed. He thought so too. I used my own money to do business, and I had to share the benefits of the treasury after making money? I am the emperor, and the whole world belongs to me. Could it be that I can't collect my own taxes?

"No!" Wang Jingze heard the answer and immediately said: "The Law of the Tang Dynasty says that merchants have thirty taxes. Although Zhulu Hou manages imperial property for His Majesty, he is also among merchants. Why don't the merchants pay taxes when they act?"

"hiss--"

A row of gasping sounds sounded in the Golden Palace. Is this Wang Jingze trying to die? What is he talking about? He is saying that Zhulu Hou is a merchant, while Zhulu Hou is managing imperial property for His Majesty. He also said that it was a merchant's act. Wouldn't he saying that His Majesty is a merchant?

In this era, merchants were despised by others and even had a farmer who was not as good as farming. Are they really not afraid of death when he speaks like this?

Li Mu's patience seemed to have reached its limit, and his teeth clattered, saying, "I won't hand over it, how are you going?"

"No!" Wang Jingze said loudly, "If Zhulu Hou manages the imperial property without paying taxes, it will definitely happen in the future. In order to pay less taxes, merchants are all affiliated with the imperial property for operating under the imperial property. This is a huge hidden danger. My emperor is wise and can be controlled. If the new king is not virtuous, this case will be a disaster for all generations. The subordinate officials are not targeting Zhulu Hou, but as the chief censor, they must speak and advise, and they cannot retreat even if they die!"

"I think you really want to die. The tax collection has been collected by Your Majesty. You..." Li Mu was about to turn his fist. Li Shimin quickly shouted and said, "Li Mu, don't be arrogant. What Wang Aiqing said is very true. Thirty taxes are the law of the Tang Dynasty. The tax exemption cannot be opened. This matter is based on what Wang Aiqing said, and you cannot argue again."

"Hmph!" Li Mu put down his fist and turned his head to the other side, his face turned blue with anger.

When Wang Jingze saw Li Mu's appearance, he broke out in cold sweat on his back. Although what he said was the content of the letter sent by Li Mu last night, he was unsure of seeing Li Mu's performance so true.

But before the letter was finished, Wang Jingze gritted his teeth and said, "There is another matter!"
Chapter completed!