Wei Yuanzhi, the Secretary of the Ministry of Revenue, was the person who supported Concubine De in the outer court. As long as he was involved in the official circles of Zhongjing City, no one would not know about it.
Jiang'an Marquis Mansion was the core of the Imperial Concubine's court, and it was almost universally known.
But when the carriage bearing the mark of Jiang'an Marquis Mansion arrived outside the yamen of the Ministry of Household Affairs, it was shouted at by the guards guarding the door.
The things in this are somewhat intriguing.
Xia Jingyun's face turned cold, and he was about to have an attack when a clerk hurried out of the room and shouted sternly: "You don't have eyes! This is Lord Shangshu's guest! Get out of here!"
A flash of anger flashed in the doorman's eyes, but he hesitated and stepped aside obediently.
This scene was also seen by Xia Jingyun, thoughtfully.
A smile appeared on the young official's face, he raised his hands and bowed his waist, "May I ask, but in front of Mr. Xia?"
Xia Jingyun nodded, "I have taken the liberty to visit you, and I have caused trouble to Mr. Wei and Your Excellency."
"Mr. Xia's words are serious. Master Wei is already waiting inside. Please follow me."
Xia Jingyun nodded and walked into the Hubu Yamen together with Bai Yunbian.
Under the eaves of the yamen, Wei Yuanzhi stood with a smile. When he saw Xia Jingyun, he laughed, "Gaoyang, Sishui Prefecture, your style is even better than before!"
Xia Jingyun saluted solemnly and said with a smile: "Master Wei is a man of extraordinary grace, which makes the younger generation admire him!"
"There is no need to be so polite between you and me!"
Wei Yuanzhi grabbed his arm and said, "Let's go inside to drink tea and talk!"
After arriving and sitting down in the back hall, Xia Jingyun introduced Baiyunbian to Wei Yuanzhi.
Wei Yuanzhi twirled his beard and smiled, "Although I have never worked with your father, your name is already heard like thunder!"
No matter how dumbfounded Bai Yunbian was, he could tell that it was a courtesy, and said with a smile: "This junior has also admired the name of Lord Wei for a long time. When I saw him today, he is indeed well-deserved."
Wei Yuanzhi didn't say any more, but looked at Xia Jingyun and said with a smile: "Gao Yang has done great things since he came to Zhongjing!"
"It's just a trivial matter, but I didn't expect it to reach the ears of adults. I'm ashamed and ashamed."
"Hey! This is no small matter."
Wei Yuanzhi waved his hand, "How many people in Zhongjing City can extract teeth from the Lu family's tiger's mouth? It can be said that the whole court was shocked by your move!"
He looked at Xia Jingyun and said with deep meaning: "This hand of yours is also a help to us. At least let people know that we are not completely powerless to fight back in front of the Lu family. Maybe there are people with lofty ideals who are willing to come and join us." Woolen cloth!"
What Wei Yuanzhi said was of course part of Xia Jingyun's plan. He smiled and said, "I just came out of the palace and talked about some things with my sister. It has been some time since you took over your new job here, right? But it went well." ?”
Wei Yuanzhi subconsciously wanted to report the good news but not the bad news, but then he remembered what happened just now and he should give an explanation.
And the person in front of him was De Concubine's adoptive brother. Now it was obvious that he would take over De Concubine's influence in the outer court. Coupled with what Xia Jingyun did yesterday, he no longer had any hidden thoughts. He waved his hand and let the people on the side know. The servants and guards all retreated, and then sighed softly.
"Gao Yang, I have nothing to hide in front of you. You have just seen some situations. The current situation is not good."
Xia Jingyun looked serious, "I would like to hear the details."
"In the current household department, although I, the minister, am the absolute chief official, there are three forces within the entire household department."
"Jin Youwen, the left minister of the household department, is a member of the Qin Dynasty. He was originally very hopeful to take over the position of minister, but I intercepted him halfway. He was naturally resistant to me in terms of factionalism and personal emotions. Extremely difficult to cooperate with.”
"Guan Hexiang, the right minister of Hubu, is a direct descendant of the Su family and an old man of Hubu. This person is aloof and can't be said to be very resistant to me, but he can't help me deal with Jinshilang."
"So, the three parties in the Ministry of Household Affairs are currently working on their own affairs. It will take me some time to figure out the key points."
"But don't worry, I still have this ability. It just takes a little more time."
Xia Jingyun hummed, and of course did not question Wei Yuanzhi's ability, but he wondered: "People from the Su family? Didn't it mean that because of the discord between Prime Minister Qin and Mr. Su, the power of the Su family in the court was greatly reduced?" "
"It is true that the power has been greatly reduced. But it has not completely fallen."
Wei Yuanzhi said: "Old Prime Minister Su sued for peace with his death. Although it seemed desolate and miserable, he was able to defeat Prime Minister Qin's army. Old Prime Minister Su lowered his attitude so low. If he still wanted to do it because of some old things in the past, He is pursuing and trying to liquidate all the forces of the Su family. Who among the government and the public would not be saddened by the death of a rabbit or a fox? Can he guarantee that he will sit in that position for the rest of his life? Even so, after his death, won't others liquidate him? ? Therefore, the death of Old Xianggong Su saved the remaining power of the Su family at that time. Prime Minister Qin almost did not dare to take action openly. People like Guan Shilang were stable from then on. Although there was no way If you are successful, you can at least live a peaceful life."
He couldn't help but sigh, "I have to say that Old Xianggong Su is worthy of being said by the world to be one of the top three prime minister candidates in the three hundred years of Great Xia."
If you knew he was still alive, you would probably boast to heaven.
Xia Jingyun murmured in his heart, pretending to be surprised and nodded: "I see."
Then he smiled and said, "We've come here today, why don't we invite the two adults to meet us?"
Wei Yuanzhi was silent for a moment, with a meaningful smile, "I know that you young people are high-spirited and you are very capable, but these matters cannot be solved with just a few words."
Xia Jingyun shook his head and said mysteriously: "It doesn't matter if we meet you once. Maybe I can figure it out as a bystander, and then I can provide you with some ideas!"
"Okay!" Wei Yuanzhi didn't say much and called a subordinate to ask him to invite the two ministers.
Then he picked up the tea cup and took a sip, "It's inevitable that they will be scornful in their words and gestures after a while, so don't be too angry."
Xia Jingyun let out a laugh and turned to look at Bai Yunbian beside him, "Mr. Bai, did you hear that? Master Wei wants you!"
By the white clouds:
Xia Jingyun smiled, "Don't worry, I have a good temper!"
But unexpectedly, Xia Jingyun was not angry, but Wei Yuanzhi, who reminded Xia Jingyun, became angry first.
Because, the subordinate came back and said that both ministers rejected his call.
Guan Shilang was okay, he gave some reasons and excuses and spoke tactfully, but the Jin Shilang under Qin Xiang was much more direct, just two words: no time.
In front of the two juniors Xia Jingyun and Bai Yunbian, Wei Yuanzhi couldn't help but blush, and stood up angrily to ask for an explanation.
Xia Jingyun quickly held him back and comforted him for a while.
The two foxes, one big and one small, acted out a play knowingly about each other. Only Bai Yunbian believed it and looked nervous.
"Gao Yang, you have also seen that this is the current situation at the Ministry of Household Affairs."
Wei Yuanzhi sighed and said slowly: "Your Majesty, the influence of the outer court is not obvious now. If you can completely control the Ministry of Household Affairs, whether it is the collection of money and grain or the transfer of taxes, you will have fair and honest interests to occupy. At the same time, you can also turn around the Ministry of Household Affairs." In this situation where corruption is rampant, I can do my best for the country, be loyal to Your Majesty, and show my empress's virtue. Don't worry, I have such great love for you, and I will do my best to open up the situation as soon as possible to help my empress!"
Xia Jingyun nodded, "Master Wei has been in the government for a long time, so he can handle such a small matter easily. My sister and this junior both trust you very much."
He turned his body slightly to Wei Yuanzhi, "If, I mean if, that Vice Minister Guan and you can work together, how long will it take for you to fully control the Ministry of Household Affairs?"
Wei Yuanzhi pondered for a moment and stroked his beard confidently, "If he falls to us and Jin Youwen can still jump, it means that I am really incompetent! If I can do it, I can firmly hold this household in less than half a month. live!"
"That's okay!" Xia Jingyun stood up, "Just listen to me tomorrow!"
Wei Yuanzhi was startled, "Tomorrow?"
Xia Jingyun hesitated for a moment, feeling a little embarrassed, "If you are really in a hurry, today is not impossible."
Wei Yuanzhi:
(End of chapter)
