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Emperor Chongzhen had many concubines, but the most famous ones were one queen and two concubines. This time at the wife's conference, only these few people had seats, while others whose status was too low stood at the bottom.

Hu Guang glanced at the women below and tried his best to recall them, but found that there were several women he didn't recognize. Well, it’s true that my wife has so many names that I can’t even remember their names.

There may be many otakus in future generations who will envy the three thousand beauties in the harem, "eating" each one and "vomiting" each one, enjoying all the blessings of the whole family. But this is mostly just YY. If this happens, most people in later generations will have a headache because they have more humanity than the ancients.

Hu Guang was no exception. He felt a little headache looking at so many girls. But since she is already my concubine, she cannot let her go. I can only find out about her later.

He and many of his wives first paid a courtesy visit to Queen Yi'an, and then began to discuss things. He said to them: "Since the Jianlu invaded the capital, many things have happened. Originally, the ancestral teachings were that women should not be involved in politics, but there are some things that are relevant to you. Relationship, I just thought about it, and I want to talk to you, and I hope you will support me and cooperate with me."

After hearing this, Queen Yi'an nodded matter-of-factly and said, "Your Majesty said so clearly!"

It was rare for many concubines to see the emperor, and how could they not be aware of his presence at this time? Therefore, they all spoke in agreement, and there was a chorus of pleasant voices.

"In order to strengthen the walls and clear the country, I ordered the grain canals in Tongzhou to be burned. When the Jianlu troops retreated, they set fire to several towns and looted all the property and young people, leaving behind millions of old and weak people. To this end, I have ordered the capital to Implement food control, all food is controlled by the imperial court, and food rationing is implemented."

"Your Majesty, my concubine might as well spend less." Concubine Tian was extremely smart. She immediately heard the hidden meaning and immediately expressed her position.

Empress Zhou glanced at her, nodded and said: "I am the master of the harem, so I should cooperate with Your Majesty. I am well aware of the expenses of each palace."

By this time, the emperor's intentions were very clear, and these emperor's women had to express their support regardless of whether they wanted to or not.

Even Queen Yi'an understands the meaning of being invited here, and she is afraid that the expenses will be reduced. However, she also understands the righteousness and does not want to use her identity to obtain special treatment, so she has no objection.

Unexpectedly, the emperor still had something to say. He just heard him say: "Now that the war has passed, it has come to the stage of rewards based on merit. But not only does the court have no food, but there is also no money to reward. However, there will be some time left for these things, and I will do it." I’ll find a way to solve it. But there’s one thing. I need money urgently, and I can’t wait until I have money.”

"..." Kunning Palace was very quiet. All the women looked at the emperor in surprise, vaguely understanding what the emperor wanted to do. Suddenly, several women felt their livers hurt.

Just listen to Hu Guang continue to say: "You should still remember that late at night a few days ago, Jianlu almost attacked the city, right?"

Although most women find out after the fact, in retrospect, they are still quite frightened. If Jianlu invaded the city, concubines like them would definitely suffer.

Hu Guang glanced at them and then said: "Many soldiers fought desperately to resist the Jianlu. Without them, we would not be able to speak safely here. Therefore, I promised one thing before, to build a Ming Dynasty Loyalty and Martyrs Hall for worship. He died fighting for his country. This matter is urgent. The court has no money, and the internal treasury does not have enough money. Therefore..."

It was quiet in Kunning Palace, and all the women stared at the emperor without speaking.

After Hu Guang paused, he said his final purpose: "I have decided that the money will be paid by the palace. Some of the gold and silver utensils, gold and silver jewelry, etc. in the palace need to be collected. We can all pool it together." , everyone contributes.”

To be honest, most concubines must have opinions on this matter. What does this external matter have to do with the women in their inner palace? Since the founding of the Ming Dynasty, it seems that there has never been such a thing. As an emperor's woman, will she be reduced to this?

However, such thoughts can only be thought in the mind. No woman dared to bring it up in front of the emperor. Those women who have status and are qualified to put forward different opinions are also known to be virtuous. It is probably unrealistic for them to take the lead in raising objections.

Sure enough, Queen Yi'an, under Hu Guang's gaze, immediately nodded and said: "This is a national matter, and there is nothing we can do about it. Although I am a woman, I should do my best for the country."

Queen Zhou also expressed her position and said that she would also spend her own private money. Whether Tian Guifei and Yuan Guifei are willing or not, the two giants in the palace have expressed their opinions, and they naturally followed suit and led other concubines, no matter how many, to express their opinions.

Hu Guang nodded secretly in his heart when he saw it. The queen and concubine were sensible, which made him worry a lot. Not bad!

There are actually other ways to solve the problem of raising money for the Ming Dynasty Zhonglie Hall. However, Hu Guang didn't even think about it and decided to use the power of the harem to solve it. It's not that he wants to embarrass his wife, but that he wants to control the military and gain support from military men. The more he uses this method to raise the Ming Zhonglie Hall, the more he will win the hearts of military men and reform his army after word spreads about it. Earn a reputation base.

As for the royal reputation, he comes from a later generation, so naturally he doesn't value it as much as the ancients. As long as he can receive benefits, he doesn't mind.

The purpose of Hu Guang's convening of this wife's meeting is because the palace must set an example, not only to control food, but also to collect money. If it is just to issue an order without communication and to force things, if some of these wives do not cooperate, Make some noise. If such a thing spreads, it will really bring disgrace to the royal family.

After such communication, under the leadership of these wives, the work of the harem is done well, and if such things are spread, although it seems that the royal family's face will be damaged, some people will laugh at it. But in fact, for most people in the Ming Dynasty, it will have a huge demonstration effect, which will not only shock some noble relatives in the capital city, but also gain huge reputation.

Hu Guang was also lucky that Queen Zhou and others were very wise. Regarding Queen Yi'an, Hu Guang still had to spare her from frugality.

But Queen Yi'an was very insistent, saying that she was no exception. In the end, everyone in the harem will have to live frugally. It would take a few days to collect the belongings. This matter would be left to Queen Zhou and the two noble concubines to co-host, so Hu Guang would not have to worry about it.

However, Hu Guang also stated that when the country is on the right track, he will repay them double. After finishing this task, Hu Guang, who was running around, immediately rushed to the next stop.