Pei Xingjian also drank the wine in the glass in one gulp, opened his mouth and exhaled a breath of wine, his spirits were lifted, and he praised: "Good wine!"
Then he followed Fang Jun's example and took a piece of preserved fruit into his mouth, chewed it twice, and said: "The affairs of the Ministry of Civil Affairs are related to the wealth of the empire. I think it is not advisable to act too hastily. As long as it can help the prince to secure the Ministry of Civil Affairs, This will prevent the competition for reserves from falling into a disadvantageous position, and then the currency reform plan can be implemented smoothly."
Fang Jun went to get the jug, but Pei Xingjian got there first, so he let him pour the wine for him. After thinking for a while, he said: "Now that the economy of the Tang Dynasty has advanced by leaps and bounds, the number of coins has long been insufficient, so the reform of the currency system is imperative. But it is imperative." We still need to be cautious. How to increase taxes, how to enhance the ability of the Tang Dynasty to dump goods overseas, and how to deprive other countries of their economic foundations. These all need to be explored slowly and cannot be rushed. As you said, as long as you help the prince After stabilizing the Ministry of Civil Affairs, we can slowly pursue the rest. We cannot blindly rush for quick success for the sake of meritorious deeds, that is not our ultimate goal."
Currency reform has such a huge impact.
After all, he does not have a professional background and knows little about the financial field. He still needs to slowly explore with the most outstanding talents of this era, and then formulate a practical policy. Otherwise, if he takes it for granted and implements it recklessly, it may not be possible. Not only will it fail to achieve its goal, it will also suffer the consequences.
The Tang Dynasty's world-beating economy was the sharpest weapon. If it could be used properly, it would be beneficial. However, once the policies were wrong, it would be like tying one's own hands and destroying the foundation.
Of course, due to the insurmountable gap between the size of the Tang economy and the economies of other countries, the error tolerance is very high. As long as you are not too stupid and do not understand the economic rules at all, in fact there will always be a certain effect. The difference It just depends on how big or small the effect is.
Pei Xingjian nodded in approval, and then smiled bitterly and said: "I never thought that one day I would be able to enter the Ministry of Civil Affairs and help manage the empire's wealth. This is really unexpected. I am not afraid of your jokes. I have often woken up at night recently, lest I I have failed my trust and am terrified."
In fact, except for the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of Personnel, the other four departments of the imperial court require corresponding professional abilities, otherwise it will be difficult to achieve outstanding results.
Fang Jun drank a glass of wine and said with relief: "Who knows it from birth? Not all of them can be found by sinking their minds and slowly exploring it. After entering the Ministry of Civil Affairs and working hard, one can accumulate merits and expand qualifications, and the other You can also take the opportunity to build a good relationship with the prince and let the prince know your abilities. After three to five years, you can seek to be transferred to the outside world and take charge of the military and political power of a place. If you can achieve results, you can transfer it back to the center after one or two terms. You are qualified to participate in the political affairs of Henan Province. At that time, as long as the prince can keep his position as the crown prince or even successfully ascend the throne, you will be able to enter the political hall and serve as a prime minister by keeping your promise."
Pei Xingjian only felt his eye sockets heat up, and he was extremely moved in his heart.
But his development for the next twenty years has been planned step by step...
He put down his wine glass, stood up, knelt down in front of Fang Jun, and said gratefully: "I'm just a dude from Hedong. I spend my whole day acting ostentatiously and playing with things. Fortunately, the Duke of Yue loves me. He not only gives me important responsibilities, but also values and cultivate me." , there is no way to repay this kind of kindness. I will definitely look down on you in this life, even if my body is broken into pieces, it is difficult to repay my great kindness. If you disobey in the slightest, both humans and gods will abandon you!"
These words are indeed sincere.
Who could have imagined that when Fang Jun brought him to Huating Town, he actually gave himself the position of long history and entrusted himself with the "first land in the world". Even during the two years when Fang Jun returned to Beijing, it was completely up to him. Pei Xingjian is in control?
It was during this period that Pei Xingjian completed the transformation from a talented and intelligent son of a family to a capable minister and official. It is no exaggeration to say that the experience he had while in charge of Huating Town will play a decisive role in his future life. effect.
This reuse and trust is worth repaying in his lifetime...
The character of the Wei and Jin Dynasties was strong, the book business was vigorous, and the scholars only died for their close friends.
Fang Jun laughed, stretched out his hand to pull Pei Xingjian up, and feigned anger: "You and I are considered brothers. We have always shared the same ideals and treated each other with sincerity. Why are we acting like this? Our intention in assisting the prince is to better build the Tang Dynasty. , to add bricks and tiles to the coming glorious and prosperous age, so that our hard work can render this country even more dazzling, so that the mottled history will also have our name! After all eternity, descendants will mention this glorious prosperous age and the great achievements of the past. In the glory days of the Han Dynasty, the glorious years of ancient and modern times were dominated by the sons of the Han family. We participated in them and even created them with our own hands. What kind of meritorious deeds are this that will last forever? This is the goal we strive for, not to form cliques. Pai, you are just a fool! Those bureaucrats who put their own selfish desires at heart will eventually tremble and be dimmed in front of us!"
Pei Xingjian felt like his blood was boiling.
Throughout the ages, which person in a high position does not want to be famous and famous throughout the ages? But a person in this world has too many constraints and too many limitations. How many people can really put aside fame and wealth and devote themselves wholeheartedly to the welfare of all people and create peace for all generations?
How lucky I am to be able to be in such a ranks created by Fang Jun despite my ignorance!
Although the comrades in this ranks do not have many opportunities to show themselves at the moment, and more people are still striving to climb to the top of power, he believes that one day when these people take control of the power of this empire, after all, they are a Such an earth-shaking and ancient golden momentum!
If a group of like-minded people can keep moving forward and strive towards such a lofty ideal, overcoming obstacles and entering with determination, what's the point of dying? !
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The carriage stopped in front of the Pei family's residence in Chang'an. Pei Xingjian bid farewell to Fang Jun and got off the carriage, temporarily going home to rest for a few days. In the past few years, he has been in Huating Town, Zhangzhang, Jiangnan. He has not returned home for several years. Now he is standing outside the square gate. His mood is agitated for a while and it is difficult to restrain himself.
After thinking for a long time, I just stepped into the square gate...
Fang Jun took a carriage all the way to the Chengtian Gate of the Imperial City. He got off the carriage and came to the gate. A guard had already come forward. When he saw it was Fang Jun, he was startled. He quickly nodded and bowed with a flattering smile: "It turns out that This is the Duke of Yue. When will you return to Beijing? You should inform us in advance so that the brothers can hold a banquet to welcome you."
Fang Jun glanced at the guard, who seemed kind-hearted, but couldn't remember his name for a moment, so he smiled and said: "I have been out of the capital for two months. I should report to His Majesty when I return to the capital. How dare you show favoritism and ignore the court rules? Eat and drink. This kind of thing is easy to talk about, just wait a few days and we can all get together."
He has now become a legendary figure among the noble disciples of Chang'an. Except for some people who are hostile to him because of their different camps, which one of them does not sincerely respect him? However, Fang Jun never put on airs. Even though he was in a high position, even higher than the official titles of the elders in the families of these noble children, he was still able to get along with each other.
The guard was a little flattered: "Then we have agreed... Please wait a moment, and I will let you know when you come in."
Fang Jun nodded.
The imperial guard quickly entered the Chengtian Gate and turned around after a long while. Behind him was a chamberlain who respectfully stepped forward to salute Fang Jun and said, "Your Majesty has summoned me. Duke Yue, please follow me in."
Fang Jun bowed his hands to the guard in front of the door and followed the chamberlain into Tai Chi Palace.
It is extremely cold in Guanzhong, and although it has not yet snowed this year, the flowers and trees in the palace have already withered, the pavilions and pavilions seem more distant, and the high walls and cornices have become more majestic.
The path paved with blue bricks was cleanly swept. Fang Jun followed the chamberlain all the way to the Dragon Palace. The chamberlain entered the room to greet Fang Jun. He turned around and asked Fang Jun to come in.
Fang Jun entered the Dragon Palace, changed his shoes in the side hall, and then went straight to the imperial study room behind the main hall and asked to be admitted.
His Majesty Li Er prepared a pot of food and asked his chamberlain to prepare some cakes. When he saw Fang Jun coming in, he bowed to the ground and said, "I have an audience with your Majesty." He waved his hands casually and said with a smile, "Return all the way from Jiangnan." , it’s been a long journey, and the climate in Guanzhong is extremely cold, so come quickly and have a cup of tea and some cakes.”
It is said that although His Majesty Li Er frequently beat and scolded Fang Jun without showing any mercy, in fact, he rarely displayed music scores of the emperor and his father-in-law in private. He often sat across from each other drinking and drinking tea, quite like acquaintances who had forgotten their years.
After receiving the order, Fang Jun went to His Majesty Li Er and knelt down. When he saw His Majesty Li Er actually holding the pot with his own hands to pour him tea, he quickly reached for the teapot and said in fear: "I don't dare to be a humble minister!"
His Majesty Li Er seemed to be smiling but not smiling. He avoided his hand and insisted on pouring tea for him, saying: "Why don't you dare to take it? Your Fang Erlang turned his hands to make clouds and rain, and the whole Jiangnan was renovated by you. How much? Only when someone has lost everything can he keep his head. With such murderous intent and courage, who can be matched by anyone in the government and the public? If you don't dare to do it, who else dares to do it? Come on, come on, I will personally pour you tea and congratulate you on your house. Erlang traveled across the Yangtze River and conquered the heroes!"
Fang Jun was immediately confused and didn't know why.
We worked tirelessly to travel to the south of the Yangtze River, but it was all for your son. Now things have been done beautifully, and His Royal Highness the King of Wei has gained gold and silver. However, when I turned around, instead of saying a word of praise and thanks, you were so weird. ...What is this for?
