There are a total of fifteen people eligible to be elected during the election of the Constitutional Yuan.
In addition to the top leaders of the 13 important departments of Shangshu, Yushitai and Jiantai, there are also former alternate colleagues Yan Shu and Fan Zhongyan.
Lu Dang nominated five, Yan Shu, Cheng Lin, Zhang Dexiang, Chen Zhizhong, and Jia Changchao.
The royal party nominated four, Zheng Jian, Han Ju, Ye Qingchen, and Jiang Tang.
Zhao Jun nominated three, Fan Zhongyan, Li Di and Li Shen.
In this way, only three people with no backing, Li Ruogu, the Minister of Civil Affairs, Hu Su, the Minister of Taxation, and Du Yan, the Minister of Police, could not enter the Constitutional Yuan.
The expressions of the three people in the audience were as usual. They had already known about this result and were not surprised at all.
Only one person looked at Lu Yijian and Zhao Jun with malicious eyes.
This person is Xia Song, the Minister of Finance.
Since Xia Song had a grudge against Lu Yijian, it was naturally impossible for him to become the minister of an important department.
But he is also a person with a great desire for power. After seeing the power of the Constitutional Yuan, he was extremely shocked, so he set the goal of joining the Constitutional Yuan in the future.
It is a pity that he has been in operation for several years, but he has never been able to become the minister of various ministries first, and then wait until the Constitutional Yuan changes its term to be admitted in one fell swoop.
Naturally, this was due to Lu Yijian's suppression.
However, at the beginning of the restructuring of various departments, he had great hope of getting a ministerial position.
Just one word from Zhao Jun brought him back to his original form.
no way.
There is indeed no evidence for Liu Yuanyu's incident, but even if there is no evidence, Zhao Jun still suspects that he did it, and is naturally very dissatisfied with him.
After that incident, Xia Song felt regretful. Even though he felt that it was unreasonable for Zhao Jun to take the position at such a young age, he could still just like others, look at the situation before making a decision. Why couldn't he change his old habit of jealousy? Why do you encourage brainless people to charge with that sentence?
But this kind of thing is inherently difficult to say. Who would have expected that a dignified deputy envoy of the Third Division would be fucked off just as he said he was being fucked? He was even arrested later, which only further demonstrated the power of the Constitutional Yuan, which is really hard to understand.
So the blame is that Xia Song misjudged the situation, and still considered the unwritten rules of officialdom that said nothing was wrong, thinking that even if Zhao Jun was impeached, nothing would happen.
But he didn’t know that Chiyuan was a petty person. Even though he had committed a crime for which evidence could be found, he still wanted to leave after offending him? It's not that easy.
But for a sinister person like Xia Song, even if he regrets it, he will only regret it for a while at most. After that, he quickly transferred his resentment to Zhao Jun and Lu Yijian, resenting that one did not let him become the minister, and the other suppressed him.
Today I saw another change in the Constitutional Yuan, which had nothing to do with me, and the resentment in my heart became even stronger. He looked at many of his colleagues with jealous eyes, and his eyes almost popped out of his head.
But no matter what, it doesn't matter if he is so jealous that he gets pinkeye.
When Zhao Zhen saw that the nomination list had come out, he nodded and said: "Okay, in that case, let's go back to the Constitutional Yuan to vote."
Then he waved his hand and said: "Disband the dynasty, except for Fan Zhongyan and Yan Shu, the other nominees will stay!"
"Retreat!"
Wang Shouzhong said loudly.
All officials resigned.
Cheng Lin, Zhang Dexiang, Chen Zhizhong, Jia Changchao, Zheng Jian, Han Ju, Ye Qingchen, Jiang Tang and others stayed in Chuigong Hall uneasily.
Zhao Zhen, Zhao Jun, Lu Yijian and other people who were originally members of the Constitutional Yuan went to the back pavilion of Zichen Hall.
There is no way, Chui Gong Hall is a bit far from Chongzheng Hall, and it is also a bit far from the office of the Constitutional Yuan in the back pavilion of Daqing Hall.
It's winter now, with heavy snowfall, and everyone doesn't want to run so far. Everyone in Chui Gong Palace is still waiting for the voting results, so naturally it's best to deal with it as soon as possible.
The group of people arrived at the back pavilion, where a charcoal fire was lit. Apart from opening a window on the side for ventilation, the room was quite warm.
Everyone sits down according to their positions.
Zhao Jun was not sitting on the main seat this time, but under Zhao Zhen's left hand, with Lu Yijian sitting opposite.
After everyone was seated, Zhao Zhen looked at Zhao Jun and said, "Dasun, what do you think should be done for this change of the Constitutional Yuan?"
"There are a lot of people. In essence, our political system is that the top level of the Constitutional Yuan is responsible to the officials, and the bottom level handles national government affairs and takes over all political directions except the military."
Zhao Jun spread his hands and said: "Since we want to formulate a general direction, what do so many people need to do? What the court needs is a correct, strong, and concentrated voice, instead of everyone speaking out for each other, fighting for power, and causing trouble in the Constitutional Yuan It’s full of smoke and smoke.”
As he spoke, he glanced at Lu Yijian. When he traveled around the world, Lao Deng eliminated dissidents and suppressed political opponents. He was able to place four of the top leaders of fifteen important departments. If Wang Zeng hadn't helped to contain him, he would have been able to do so. He didn't dare to go too far, because all the officials in the dynasty were probably his younger brothers.
Lu Yijian could naturally feel Zhao Jun's eyes, and calmly said: "Guan family, I have already thought about this."
"oh?"
Zhao Zhen asked: "What good strategy does Prime Minister Lu have?"
"I think that the current rules can be changed. If you really enter the Constitutional Yuan and know Hanlong's identity, you can only be Tongzhi."
Lu Yijian said: "The candidate colleagues only have the right to make suggestions, but not the right to participate. You can cancel the candidate colleagues' participation in the meeting in the future and send them the meeting content and let them make suggestions."
Zhao Zhen thought about it: "What does Prime Minister Lu mean by mentioning a few more candidates?"
"Yes, the same knowledge cannot be granted easily. Fan Zhongyan and Yan Shu have worked hard and made great achievements. It is natural for them to be admitted to the hospital."
Lu Yijian said with a smile: "Cheng Lin's Ministry of Finance is the first department under the Political Yuan, and he used to be the prime minister, so his power is shown by his high position. Jia Changchao is in charge of the Ministry of Education. The Ministry of Education will be the top priority in the future. Unless he is in a high position, he cannot promote education. Development. This is especially true for the Ministry of War. If you want to reform the military system, you must naturally have a corresponding position. If the admonition platform supervises hundreds of officials, if the power is small, how can you use the power of supervision? "
"As for the rest?"
Lu Yijian said calmly: "For example, the Ministry of Industry and the Ministry of Household Affairs are not currently being vigorously developed by the country. When checking household registration, it is normal for them not to be admitted to the hospital. The Ministry of Rites, the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, and the Ministry of Punishments are only symbols, almost empty, but in ancient times Taichang is the head of the Nine Qings, with low power but high position, so he can be a candidate. The Ministry of Industry and Commerce only deals with business, and the Ministry of Punishment deals with law. They are not as important as the previous ones, so they should also be considered as candidates."
What he said makes sense at first glance, because the Ministry of Finance is very important. Although it is only the third echelon in the rankings of later generations, it is in the national rankings. It goes down to the local governments, county and city finance bureaus, and provincial finance departments. That is not appropriate. The bosses of various departments? Various departments are requesting funding from the Finance Bureau.
The Ministry of Education and the Ministry of War are indeed the directions for future reform. Education is related to the promotion of mathematics and physics, the Ministry of War wants to change the status quo of redundant troops, and the admonition platform needs to exercise supervisory power.
But aren’t industry, commerce and law important?
Obviously, Lu Yijian's move was to avoid the truth and attack the hostile parties, and to exclude people from Wang Zeng's faction from the Political Academy. Those mentioned by Zhao Jun were given to alternate colleagues, and all of his own were admitted to the hospital to expand his strength.
Except for Zheng Jian and Chen Zhizhong, who had the same reason that it was difficult to attack, everyone else was blocked by him outside the gate of the Constitutional Yuan.
Even if he knows that he can't do it, he still has to maintain such an attitude. When faced with cross-examination by his younger brothers in the future, he will naturally have an excuse to say that he has tried his best.
"Bullshit."
Zhao Jun was almost amused. He pointed at Lu Yijian and said, "You old fool, why don't you just become the President of the Constitutional Yuan?"
"well."
Lu Yijian waved his hands and said: "Although I have been in charge for many years, how can I compare with Han Long who is young and promising? Of course, if Han Long is willing to give way."
"I'll give you a chance."
Zhao Jun rolled his eyes and said: "Officials, don't listen to this old man's nonsense. This guy doesn't serve the country all day long. He knows about party struggles every day. In this election, I propose to depose Lu Yijian."
"good!"
Fan Zhongyan became energetic and said loudly: "I support it with both hands!"
"Cough cough cough."
Wang Zeng coughed twice and looked at Lu Yijian with a strange light from the corner of his eyes.
"you!"
Lu Yijian immediately wilted and said angrily: "That's what I meant. If you don't agree to refute it, then why bother making such a fuss?"
In fact, he didn't really want to install a younger brother in the Constitutional Yuan, but he had to make this gesture, otherwise he would not be able to explain to his subordinates.
"alright."
It was Yan Shu who smoothed things over: "We are all our own people here, so stop joking and let's talk about business."
As he spoke, he looked at Zhao Jun and said, "Hanlong, what do you think?"
Zhao Jun pondered: "One thing Lu Laodeng said is right. First, there can't be too many people admitted to the hospital officially, and there can't be too many people who know my identity. The more people, the greater the risk of exposure. I propose to temporarily Those who will definitely be selected include Lao Fan, Uncle Lari, and Li Di, and we will discuss the rest."
There was no doubt about this, not even Lu Yijian objected. Fan Zhongyan and Yan Shu had been alternate colleagues for several years, and since Fan had made such great contributions, it was natural for him to officially join.
What's more, although Yan Shu was not Lu Yijian's younger brother, and remained silent during the struggle between King Lu and seemed to be not helping anyone, he was actually more biased toward Lu Yijian, and was considered a half-helper, so Lu Yijian certainly recognized it.
As for Li Di, there was nothing he could do.
Wang Zeng has Cai Qi's support, and Lao Fan will definitely work with Wang Zeng to deal with him after he comes in. He has Song Shou's support, and Yan Shu is vaguely biased toward him. Zhao Jun has never had anyone to help him, but Zhao Jun's energy is too great. One person can stand up to everyone in the Constitutional Yuan, so everyone ignores this point.
But it cannot be denied that Zhao Jun has always been fighting alone in the Constitutional Yuan. Now it is natural for him to ask for multiple helpers. Lu Yijian cannot and does not dare to object.
But there is a problem.
Although Fan Zhongyan is not Wang Zeng's younger brother, he is a staunch anti-Lü faction, and everyone has long agreed that this time Lao Fan returns from the victory, he will launch reforms. If it harms his own interests, he will oppose it and Lao Fan will unite. What if Wang Zeng or even Zhao Jun hits him?
Yan Shu, who relied solely on himself, Song Shou and half a helper, could not withstand such great pressure, so Lu Yijian said: "I think Jia Changchao and Zhang Dexiang can come in."
Zhao Jun looked at Zhao Zhen first.
Zhao Zhen thought for a moment and said to him: "Dasun, what do you think?"
"Let me analyze it."
Zhao Jun pointed at Lu Yijian and said: "The Constitutional Yuan has great power, but it is centered on our wise officials and guided by the reform plan discussed by everyone. But in addition to these, it has great influence on the personnel and governance below. Power, that’s why people like Lao Lu, who are arbitrary and domineering, want to put people in.”
Lu Yijian was not happy at that time, and said angrily: "Hanlong, what you said is too much. Although we are all our own people and can speak without worries, I am also for the country, but I am selfless. How can you Can you say that to me?"
"You must have selfish motives, but I believe you are doing it for the sake of the country. But I am not blaming you. Didn't Wang Zeng bring people in just to compete with you? Everyone has selfish motives, so we should be honest and honest."
Zhao Jun said seriously: "I know that politics requires restraint. If you don't speak clearly, you will leave room for everyone. But I think that in many cases, it is better to speak openly, because it is easy to misunderstand if you hide it, so it is better to talk clearly first. Ming, this way the conversation is more efficient and avoids suspicion and suspicion of each other, and alienation."
"Young people really are."
Lu Yijian shook his head with a wry smile. Zhao Jun always did this, breaking many unwritten political rules.
But it is undeniable that Zhao Jun is right.
Once things are discussed, communication costs will be lowered, there will be less worries and suspicions, and efficiency will naturally be accelerated.
Zhao Jun said: "This political reform of the Constitutional Yuan is essentially about dividing the power cake. Lao Lu wants two more people to support him, Lao Wang wants two more people to check and balance Lao Lu, I am afraid that even Sheng Gong wants to support the two. Come in personally.”
Sheng Du smiled sheepishly.
"This is definitely not going to work. You raise one thing, and I raise another, and the Constitutional Yuan becomes like a Western parliament. There are many people talking, and the atmosphere is full of chaos. How can it be done?"
Zhao Jun spread his hands and said: "So there must be a corresponding system."
Zhao Zhen said: "What does Dasun mean to reduce the number of admissions? Only let Xiwen Gong, Tongshu Gong and Fugu Gong enter?"
"That's not true."
Zhao Jun said: "Xi Xia and Liao were defeated, and our internal reforms are imminent. We must recruit more forces and bring more people into the Constitutional Yuan. Through my identity, we can form a complete political alliance, which will help Let’s work together to accomplish great things.”
This identity that has traveled from the future is very useful. If you reveal it to everyone, tell everyone that I am from the future, and do it my way, it will ensure that the country will be prosperous. No matter how they oppose each other, everyone will be forced to follow you.
It doesn't matter if you don't believe it, because Zhao Zhen, Lu Yijian, Wang Zeng, Fan Zhongyan, and Yan Shu believe it, and the rest of the people who join the Constitutional Yuan naturally have no choice but to follow the big army.
Therefore, the Constitutional Yuan can expand. After the reform begins, a team of more than ten prime ministers will be able to carry out all-round sorting and political changes.
But there can’t be too many people, otherwise it will be too chaotic.
Zhao Zhen asked: "How many people are more suitable?"
"There are eight of us now."
Zhao Jun looked at the crowd and said: "Li Di comes in with nine, Lao Lu can pull one, Lao Wang can pull one, eleven people are enough, and the rest can join the Constitutional Yuan as alternate colleagues as appropriate."
As he said this, he glanced at the pitiful Sheng Du and hesitated: "How about you invite one, Lao Sheng?"
Sheng Du's eyes lit up and he asked, "Is it okay?"
"You tell me."
"Zhang Shixun."
Sheng Du said without hesitation.
Zhang Shixun actually retired from office in May this year. He is seventy-five years old and is really unable to bear it.
However, Sheng Du and he had been friends for many years. In the early years, Zhang Shixun offended Liu E and was dismissed as prime minister. It was only after Sheng Du recommended Zhao Zhen that he was reinstated as prime minister in the first year of Ming Dao.
Although he has become an official, Sheng Du also knows that his old friend is unwilling to give up, so he still hopes that his old friend can help him speak in the Constitutional Yuan.
It doesn't matter that Zhang Shixun is already serving as an official. During the Tang and Song dynasties, officials who were appointed to official positions would often resume their duties once the court needed it.
For example, when Ouyang Xiu became an official in his later years, the court invited him back with a grand ceremony two months later, but he refused.
Therefore, as long as Zhao Zhen orders Zhang Shixun to be resurrected, it will basically be fine.
"That's it, twelve people in total."
Zhao Jun looked at Zhao Zhen and said: "In this way, when I am here, there are twelve people who can make the decision. When I am away, there are eleven of them. It is easy to make a decision with one more odd vote."
"Um."
Zhao Zhen said: "Okay, let's do it according to Da Sun's wishes."
"Then let me mention Jia Changchao."
Lu Yijian sighed. Compared to others, Jia Changchao had a closer relationship with him. In the early years, Zhao Zhen wanted a teacher to teach scriptures, and he recommended Jia Changchao.
Wang Zeng said: "I propose Zheng Jian."
"Zheng Jian is a headstrong man, no way!"
Lu Yijian objected.
Zhao Jun thought for a moment and said, "Then let's take Jiang Tang."
This is also to consider political balance.
On the Lu Party side were Cai Qi, Jia Changchao, and Yan Shu, who was inclined to the Lu Party.
Jiang Tang, Zhang Shixun and Sheng Du are definitely the more moderate ones.
Fan Zhongyan and Li Di were at odds with Lao Lutou when they were admitted to the hospital. They would not join Wang Zeng's faction, but they all had a common political enemy.
Then Wang Zeng has Cai Qi's iron core, plus Fan Zhongyan and Li Di fight against Lu Yijian, four votes to four, which is still balanced, but adding Lu Dang will not be able to withstand it.
Therefore, in order to maintain the balance, Wang Zeng cannot be added. In this way, the political stance of the Constitutional Yuan is that Zhao Jun should be the boss and watch the infighting between Wang and Lu below.
It is an acceptable result for Zhao Jun, Zhao Zhen and everyone.
Political balance is still important.
"Then it's settled."
Zhao Zhen finally made the decision.
Although it is said to be a vote, it actually means that it is open to outsiders.
After all, Zhao Zhen and Zhao Jun have the final say in the Constitutional Yuan.
In this way, there are six people officially admitted to the hospital, Yan Shu, Fan Zhongyan, Jia Changchao, Jiang Tang, Li Di and Zhang Shixun.
Next are the alternate colleagues. These people must not have as much power as Yan Shu and Fan Zhongyan before, and they will also conceal Zhao Jun's identity from them, creating an information gap between inside and outside the hospital.
But no matter what, the deputy chairman of the Constitutional Yuan is also the current deputy prime minister and has the right to make suggestions, so we still have to be cautious.
After deliberation, Cheng Lin from the Ministry of Finance, Zhang Dexiang from the Ministry of War, Han Ju from the Ministry of Industry, and Li Shen from the Ministry of Industry and Commerce were selected as alternate vice ministers.
After confirming the list, Zhao Zhen ordered Zhang Shixun to be resurrected and sent people to his mansion to invite him over.
Probably more than half an hour passed.
Wang Shouzhong came to Chuigong Hall again, looked at the many candidates, and announced that Jia Changchao, Jiang Tang, and Li Di were going to the back pavilion of Zichen Hall!
The others looked disappointed, Li Di felt much calmer, Jia Changchao was in high spirits, and Jiang Tang was quite surprised.
However, everyone had nothing to say about this result. After all, the position was given by the government, and no one dared to make a fuss.
The three of them went to the Zichen Palace, and met Zhang Shixun on the way. The old man was also confused when he was invited, so they entered the back cabinet together.
Everyone in the pavilion was still sitting.
The four of them first saluted Zhao Zhen, and then Zhao Zhen said in a deep voice: "After voting and deliberation, the four of you will join the Political Yuan from today!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
The four people quickly bowed their hands.
Then Zhao Zhen stood up, looked at the four of them and said: "I know that people in the world are very confused, wondering why Zhao Jun can take charge of the Constitutional Yuan at such a young age. Since you are admitted to the hospital, you are qualified to know the truth!"
He pointed at Zhao Jun, who was sitting leisurely on a chair, and said softly: "Han Long, from the future generation a thousand years later!"
(End of chapter)
