boom!
When Xia Jingyun was promoted to three levels in half a day and was now a fourth-level official, the news reached the British Duke's government. The British Duke Lu Rusong was so angry that he had not slept all night because he had won three yuan in a row that he directly ruined his job.
"Damn it! Are these old guys in the Center just for nothing? Don't you know how to reject such an unreasonable decree? They all just stare at the phase, and they have no bottom line!"
The butler who was guarding the door suddenly changed his expression and said quickly: "Master, be careful what you say!"
Lu Rusong didn't say anything more and leaned back on the chair with a bit of dejection.
Nowadays, although Xia Jingyun is only a fourth-grade official, judging from his grade alone, he is not ranked at all in Zhongjing City.
But smart people always look at trends, and an upward trend is more important than a high position.
Although he is only at the fourth level now, yesterday he was only at the sixth level, and the day before yesterday he was still a white body!
According to this kind of grace, how long does it take to be in the third rank, how long is it to be in the second rank, and how long is it to be in the first rank?
Don't forget, he is only twenty years old!
What would these idiots think?
Lu Rusong frowned, and for the first time he began to doubt his side's chances of winning in this battle.
At the same time, Wan Guili, the Imperial College's minister, was sitting in his workshop, looking panicked.
What he did that day was all in full view of the public, and he couldn't cover it up at all, and he didn't even think about covering it up.
Because he had already been deeply imprinted on the prince's lineage, he had no choice but to do his best to help the prince.
But the help failed in the end, and he hated Xia Jingyun deeply because of it.
Now Xia Jingyun moved three times a day, and in the blink of an eye he was among the officials on his level, let alone those officials who gathered under the command of the Marquis of Jiang'an.
I'm afraid Xia Jingyun doesn't need to say anything, and those people will be busy trying to please him, right?
What really troubled him was that after the previous court hearing, His Royal Highness seemed to have accepted his fate and hid in the East Palace in silence, leaving fans like him not knowing how to deal with themselves.
The ministers are about to fight to the death, why does Your Highness surrender first?
People's joys and sorrows never communicate with each other. While Wan Guili was panicking, Wei Yuanzhi, the Minister of Household Affairs, was overjoyed. He walked to the door in person without any thought of avoiding suspicion and greeted Xia Jingyun who came to report.
"Hahahaha! Gao Yang, I never thought that one day, you and I could become colleagues!"
Xia Jingyun smiled and cupped his hands and said, "You're welcome, sir. You are my boss, how can you be considered a colleague!"
Wei Yuanzhi was in high spirits during happy events, and laughed with a bright face, "Hahahahaha! You Gao Yang, you have spoken out against me on the first day!"
Guan Hexiang, the Minister of Household Affairs on the side, smiled and said, "Sir, why don't we go in and talk?"
Wei Yuanzhi suddenly realized, "Yes, yes, let's go, Gao Yang, let's go in and talk."
Wei Yuanzhi was an old minister and naturally had good political skills. Taking advantage of the two opportunities of Jin Youwen's suicide and the downfall of Prime Minister Qin, he had already put the household department in order.
When he led Xia Jingyun to the lobby of the Hubu, everyone from the top to the bottom of the Hubu took the initiative to come out to greet him.
Xia Jingyun said with a smile: "Tonight I will be hosting at Mingyu Tower, and I will invite all my colleagues to gather together, as a way of paying homage to the dock."
Everyone smiled and said, "I've been craving Mingyu Lou's delicacies for a long time, so let's take advantage of Xia Langzhong's honor today!"
After a polite acquaintance, Wei Yuanzhi asked everyone to go about their business, and then personally took Xia Jingyun outside the townhouse of Kurabe Division.
Everyone in the Kurabe Department knew that this was a fierce dragon crossing the river. At the same time, there were some smart people who understood the situation and were somewhat clinging to it, so not only did no one complain, but everyone in the entire department was happy.
After all the arrangements were completed, Xia Jingyun was invited to his room for tea by Wei Yuanzhi.
Holding the tea cup, Wei Yuanzhi said with emotion, "The high sun moves three times in one day, and the government and the public are shaken. Such a kind encounter is rare in ancient times. Great things can be expected!"
Xia Jingyun smiled softly, "No matter what, I'm just a fourth-rank official. It's a long road ahead and I haven't reached the time of rejoicing yet."
Wei Yuanzhi looked appreciative and said, "With Gao Yang's calm demeanor, he will definitely be able to defeat the enemy!"
Xia Jingyun gently stroked the tea cup, "No matter what, we still have to take care of things first. Is there any trouble in Cangbe Division now?"
Wei Yuanzhi twisted his beard and thought for a moment, "There is indeed some trouble in the water transportation. The money and grain transportation is not smooth, and there are many water workers in the canal gang who gather people to cause chaos."
He looked at Xia Jingyun and said, "Speaking of which, this matter is still under the control of the Cangbu Department, but don't worry, I will order someone to deal with it."
Xia Jingyun nodded, "Is there a problem with the entire water transport, or is there a problem with some sections of the river?"
"How can it be the entire water transport? Not many people can sit still like that."
Wei Yuanzhi smiled and waved his hand, "It's mainly at the several transshipment terminals in Longshou Prefecture. We can coordinate it by sending a few Yuanwai Lang."
Xia Jingyun's expression changed slightly, "Longshouzhou?"
Wei Yuanzhi said in surprise: "What? Is there any problem?"
Xia Jingyun put down the tea cup and rubbed his fingers lightly, "I'm afraid this matter is not that simple."
He sighed with emotion: "Our Majesty really doesn't do business at a loss!"
He leaned in front of Wei Yuanzhi, who looked confused, and whispered a few words.
Wei Yuanzhi became more and more shocked as he listened, and finally said in surprise: "Is this really the case?"
Xia Jingyun nodded, "We'll know when the time comes."
Wei Yuanzhi was stunned for a while, then let out a long breath, "The emperor's heart is like an abyss!"
——
The three-day court meeting was once again held in the main hall.
Emperor Chongning sat high on the dragon chair and listened to the discussions of the courtiers expressionlessly.
Looking at the messy court, he actually missed the time when Qin Weizhong, the traitor, was in charge of all the officials. He didn't need to worry about so many things.
But how can it be so easy to find a satisfactory person again all of a sudden?
Although Xia Jingyun has that potential, he is too young and still needs to be tempered.
He glanced at the ministers standing in the first two rows, and could see the blazing light in their eyes, which was the yearning and pursuit of phase.
hehe!
He sneered in his heart, picked up a memorial from the table, and said slowly: "Longshou Prefecture is reporting that there have been frequent disturbances at the water transport terminals in the prefecture recently, resulting in delays in the delivery of grain and supplies. Please send troops to suppress it. My dear friends, do you have any countermeasures?"
A civil servant stepped forward and said, "This matter belongs to the water transport. Water transport is just a waterway for transportation between the country and the dynasty. It doesn't matter. All we need is a letter from the central government with strict instructions. Under the power of God, the people in charge of the water transport should do their best." To bring order out of chaos and relieve His Majesty's worries."
"Pedantic words!"
A military general came out and clasped his fists and said: "Your Majesty, since Longshou Prefecture has reported, it means that all levels of Longshou Prefecture are no longer able to quell the chaos. The last general will invite thousands of elite troops to suppress these thieves with thunderous force to serve as a warning to others." .”
"Nonsense!"
Another official came out and said, "There are tens of thousands of people working on water transportation. There is just a little chaos at the moment, but if it is not handled well, it will cause drastic changes and lead to turmoil in the world. Your Majesty, please punish these thieves with ulterior motives!"
"There is no reason to be punished for giving advice and suggestions."
Emperor Chongning glanced around lightly, with a sneer on his lips, "But what I want is a solution. Isn't there anyone in the civil and military circles who can come up with a proper solution?"
Standing in the crowd, Wei Yuanzhi felt that His Majesty's eyes seemed to have stopped on him for a moment. Then he remembered Xia Jingyun's explanation, and he moved out of the queue with a sudden change of heart.
"Your Majesty, I have a plan!"
"Come on."
"The transportation of money and grain by water is also under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Household Affairs and is a matter within the Department of Household Affairs. The new appointment of Xia Jingyun, the Secretary of the Ministry of Household and Warehouse Department, is extremely intelligent and astute. He has made many meritorious deeds for the country and the dynasty. The matter of water transportation is not a small thing to say. It's a big deal, but it's quite subtle. It's better to let him go to Longshou Prefecture as an imperial envoy and give him the right to act expediently. He can handle this matter with full authority. In this way, you can advance or retreat, and your Majesty's worries will be relieved."
Wei Yuanzhi's words immediately caused a discussion in the palace.
Xia Jingyun moved three times in one day yesterday, which was enough to shock the world. Now he will become an imperial envoy again, and he will not allow anyone to live.
"Master Wei, what you said is so ridiculous. You know that this matter is delicate, and it can affect the whole body. Although Mr. Xia is very talented, he has too little experience. How can you deal with such a complicated situation? What is the purpose of your suggestion? "
"Xia Langzhong has extraordinary poetic talent and outstanding learning, but he knows nothing about water transportation. Such a major event requires an official who is knowledgeable about practical matters to be able to accomplish it. Master Wei's words are too ridiculous!"
"Your Majesty, Wei Yuanzhi, the Minister of Household Affairs, has violated justice due to his personal affair. Please take away his official position immediately and punish him severely!"
Wei Yuanzhi also defended: "Xia Langzhong has repeatedly accomplished extraordinary feats, suppressing rebellions and punishing evildoers, none of which he has ever experienced before, but he did it. It is precisely because of the subtlety of water transportation and the relationship between all parties. Complexity requires more flexibility in dealing with enemies, rather than people who only understand practical matters."
Just when everyone was attacking Wei Yuanzhi, Emperor Chongning slowly spoke on the dragon throne.
"Wei Yuanzhi, the Minister of Hubu, has ordered Xia Jingyun, a doctor in the Department of Hubu and Cangbu, to be the imperial envoy. He has given the king an order and flag. He must act expediently and have full authority to handle the matter. We will set off in ten days!"
(End of chapter)
