In Xianyang in September, the autumn wind is bleak.
Everywhere is busy because it is already the autumn harvest season.
Although there are still many places where the autumn harvest data have not yet been collected, the general situation in various places has been transmitted to the court. There was a period of drought at the beginning of this year, but it did not affect the grain harvest.
This year’s Great Qin still has a bumper harvest.
There was a bumper harvest in the area, and Ying Jiuxiao always had a smile on his face. With abundant food, Qin will have the confidence to face everything this year and even next year, without fear of threats and challenges from other countries.
Ying Jiuxiao's only regret is that Lin Feng is still in Yongning County and has not come to Xianyang for a long time. If Lin Feng arrives in Xianyang, even if Ying Jiuxiao is unwilling to reveal his identity for the time being, he can at least ask for advice from time to time.
For Ying Jiuxiao, that is also excellent.
Ying Jiuxiao also paid attention to everything about Lin Feng. He learned that Lin Feng formed the Eighteen Tianlong Cavalry, and all of them were slaves from the Xia Kingdom. He understood Lin Feng's determination for revenge even more clearly.
Lin Feng wants to take revenge on the Xia Kingdom, which is consistent with the Qin Dynasty's eastward departure.
Ying Jiuxiao has no plans to start a war this year. At most, it will be a fight with the Beiyan barbarians. A large-scale war will not happen for the time being.
When Ying Jiuxiao was handling government affairs, he came across a memorial written by Cao Xishang, the governor of Fufeng County.
About Wang Yue.
Yongning County under Wang Yue's rule this year had a great harvest. Even because of Wang Yue, the drought in the entire Fufeng County was alleviated and was not affected by the drought. Wang Yue took the greatest credit.
This is to ask for credit for Wang Yue.
Ying Jiuxiao's mind was spinning. Suddenly, a flash of light flashed through his mind. He had an idea in his mind, and he ordered: "Come here, summon Zhang Yi, the Minister of Civil Affairs, into the palace."
"Here!"
The chamberlain replied and quickly went to make arrangements.
Ying Jiuxiao narrowed his eyes and thought quietly.
In the early years of the Qin Dynasty, the position of prime minister was established to coordinate the emperor's handling of government affairs. It's just that Ying Jiuxiao resigned as prime minister more than ten years ago, and the power was concentrated on him, so he never appointed a prime minister again.
This is the strongest manifestation of imperial power as all power is gathered in the hands of the emperor.
If the prime minister is there, ministerial power will be formed and he will compete with the emperor for power. This is a normal situation, because the Prime Minister is in charge of government affairs, and many officials in the DPRK will come from the Prime Minister's family.
Therefore, Ying Jiuxiao is the vacant prime minister.
Just so, the head of the six departments among officials today is the Personnel Department. The Minister of Personnel is responsible for the selection of hundreds of officials, and the most powerful of the six departments in evaluating officials.
Today's official minister, Zhang Yi, is in his early fifties and has a gentle temperament, not a strong person. He handles things well, can successfully complete the emperor's arrangements, and can handle government affairs. Ying Jiuxiao relies heavily on him.
Not long after, Zhang Yi entered the palace.
Zhang Yi is tall and slim, with three strands of long beard under his chin, and is quite elegant. He bowed and bowed, and solemnly said: "Your Majesty, Zhang Yi, pays homage to your Majesty."
Ying Jiuxiao nodded and said, "You don't have to be polite, Mr. Zhang. I'm here to see you today. It's Cao Xizhi, the governor of Fufeng County, who has reported that Wang Yue has made great contributions in governing Yongning County. What do you think about this?"
Zhang Yi bowed slightly, and as soon as his mind changed, he roughly understood that the emperor wanted to promote Wang Yue.
Otherwise, it will not be asked individually.
Zhang Yi took the initiative and said: "Reporting to your majesty, I also know about Wang Yue's situation in Yongning County. This year's spring drought in Guanzhong was Wang Yue's first push to push the trolley and dredge the ditch, which resolved the drought in a short period of time. "
"The rolling cart has been implemented in Fufeng County and even in Daqin, benefiting countless people. In addition, Yongning County has developed extremely well, with simple folk customs, people's families are well off, and there are even signs of people not closing their homes at night if they don't pick up items on the road, which can be said to be an outstanding political achievement."
Ying Jiuxiao stroked his beard under his chin, with a hint of approval on his face.
Zhang Yi noticed the emperor's expression.
I am determined in my heart.
Sure enough, he guessed it right.
The emperor wanted to reuse Wang Yue, so he brought this matter up alone.
Ying Jiuxiao continued: "Wang Yue has merit and can be promoted and appointed. Now that he is being appointed here, what official position do you think is the most appropriate?"
Zhang Yi quickly thought.
If an official wants to be promoted, he only needs an edict. The problem is that the official positions in the court are a carrot and a pit. This is especially true for local governors.
There must be at least a vacancy before arrangements can be made.
Zhang Yi knew the affairs of the civil service very well. After thinking for a while, he suddenly said: "Your Majesty, Wang Yue has outstanding abilities. There is an official position suitable for Wang Yue."
Ying Jiuxiao said: "What official position?"
Zhang Yi looked calm and said calmly: "The original county magistrate of Xianyang was ill and had to take up an official position. Now that the Xianyang magistrate is vacant, the old minister suggested that Wang Yue be transferred to Beijing to serve as the Xianyang county magistrate."
"The position of Xianyang County Magistrate is the fifth rank, the highest among the ranks of county magistrates in the world."
"The magistrate of Yongning is only a junior rank, not even a sixth-rank official. Letting Wang Yue serve as the magistrate of Xianyang is an appointment. Especially Wang Yue has outstanding abilities, so letting him take charge of Xianyang is a good arrangement."
After Ying Jiuxiao heard this, he stroked his beard under his chin and thought carefully.
Ying Jiuxiao also admired Wang Yue quite a lot.
Quite talented.
Moreover, he is not a playboy and acts steadily. Wang Yue is a good choice to serve as the magistrate of Xianyang County. After all, Wang Yue is not young at all. He served as the magistrate of Xianyang County when he was around 30 years old, which is quite satisfactory and not excessive.
Ying Jiuxiao nodded and said: "In that case, let's arrange it like this and make arrangements quickly."
"I obey the decree."
Zhang Yi bowed in response.
Ying Jiuxiao waved his hand, and Zhang Yi turned around and retreated. What Ying Jiuxiao was thinking about was that Wang Yue entered Xianyang as an official, so would Lin Feng also come to Xianyang?
It is possible.
Ying Jiuxiao was actually looking forward to it.
Ying Jiuxiao arranged for Wang Yue, felt happy in his heart, and continued to deal with government affairs. Not long after, there was the sound of rapid footsteps, and a slightly older-looking chamberlain entered.
This is Wang Shun, the chief chamberlain in the palace, who is already in his early sixties. In his early years, when Ying Jiuxiao was still the crown prince, he had been by Ying Jiuxiao's side and was highly valued and trusted by Ying Jiuxiao.
Wang Shun bowed and said: "Your Majesty."
Ying Jiuxiao asked: "What's the matter?"
Wang Shun looked calm and said slowly: "Li Xu wrote a memorial in prison. He said that he stated his crime and recognized his guilt. Please convey it to the Ministry of Punishment, and now it has been sent by the Ministry of Punishment."
After speaking, Wang Shun handed over the memorial.
Ying Jiuxiao took it, looked at the contents of the memorial, hummed and threw it on the ground.
Wang Shun picked it up and stood aside with a bow.
Ying Jiuxiao said: "Wang Shun, tell me, should I forgive Li Xu?"
Wang Shun said: "Your Majesty, this is a national matter. This old slave is stupid and doesn't know how to deal with this matter."
Ying Jiuxiao glared at Wang Shun, shook his head and said, "You old guy, when I ask you something, you always get the answer. Humph, Li Xu has been the Minister of the Ministry of War for many years, and he is used to being arrogant and domineering."
"What's more, Lin Feng is a monster, and he is an unparalleled talent in the country. I want to win over such a person. For now, let Li Xu continue to stay in prison."
"It's an act of mercy that I didn't deal with him. What's more, the Li family is hoarding and driving up food prices. It's time to crack down."
Wang Shun bowed slightly and said nothing.
The emperor has made his statement.
Li Xu can only continue to stay in prison and will not be able to come out in a short time.
"Your Majesty, the King of Hubu wants to see you."
At this moment, another chamberlain entered.
"pass!"
Ying Jiuxiao ordered.
Not long after, Wang Tang hurriedly entered. He bowed and bowed, and said eagerly: "Your Majesty, public opinion in Xianyang is in chaos. Among the scholars, public opinion is even more intense."
Ying Jiuxiao said in a deep voice: "What's going on?"
Wang Tang explained: "The thing is like this. Yan Changge, a young scholar from the Xia Kingdom, is good at debating and writing poems. He is also good at writing novels. He is very powerful."
"When he was in the Xia Kingdom, he wrote a book called "The Romance of the Three Emperors", which fictionalized the story of three young men who each pursued their true intentions and served the people wholeheartedly in troubled times, and eventually became emperors of one side."
"Yan Changge promoted this book in Xianyang to make his name. In fact, promoting the novel alone is fine. The problem is that he recited poems and composed poems at Yuanyang Tower in Xianyang for five consecutive days, provoking us, the Qin scholars, to say anything Challenged by the scholars of Great Qin."
"It's a pity that no one can win. They all lose and lose face."
"The morale of the scholars of Great Qin is low."
"This Yan Changge is good at debating. Even if he debates with our scholars, he can win easily. Although the court can ignore it, it still has a great impact on our country, Great Qin. But if Great Qin wants to expel Yan Changge, there will be rumors of expulsion. The attitude of a scholar is disrespectful to a virtuous corporal.”
There was also a hint of worry in Wang Tang's eyes. Yan Changge was too disgraced to Da Qin.
Ying Jiuxiao's expression darkened, and a look of anger flashed across his face.
furious!
Yan Changge is too arrogant!
Ying Jiuxiao said in a deep voice: "Under the command of King Yong, there are many scholars gathered together. There are many talents. Isn't there anyone who can defeat him?"
Ying Jiuxiao had four sons. The eldest son, Ying Qi, was the crown prince appointed by Ying Jiuxiao and the crown prince of Qin. The second son Yingzhen was granted the title of King Yong, and he was outstanding in talent and learning. The fourth son of the emperor won Yuqian and was canonized as King of Liang. The eighth son of the emperor won over Xuan Qian and was canonized as King of Yue.
These are all of Ying Jiuxiao's sons, but the other sons died in infancy or died in middle age.
King Yong Yingzhen was well-known in the court, and he was also outstanding in talent and learning. Many scholars attached themselves to Yingzhen.
Wang Tang sighed and said: "There were indeed some scholars from His Highness King Yong's sect who went to Yuanyang Tower for advice, but without exception they all failed. There was even an old scholar who vomited blood and fainted after being argued by Yan Changge. Losing face."
"A bunch of trash!"
Ying Jiuxiao scolded.
An old face, even more angry.
After Ying Jiuxiao was angry, he asked: "Have you ever found out the news about Yan Changge?"
Wang Tang said: "We are still investigating. I estimate that in a day or two, we will know the news about Yan Changge. But even if we know Yan Changge's identity, we cannot directly target Yan Changge."
"Yan Changge is a scholar. When he came to Da Qin, he never broke the law or violated disciplines and abided by the law. If the official deal with him, then the news will spread, and the world will further despise Da Qin."
"Who will be willing to come to Daqin then?"
Wang Tang's words were full of worry. The scholar sector had always been Great Qin's weakness.
This is exactly the case, and Yan Changge cannot be dealt with at will.
Ying Jiuxiao narrowed his eyes and asked, "Wang Qing, what should I do if you tell me about this?"
Wang Tang said: "I think there are two ways. First, ask Han Qianqiu to come forward, but this will bully the small and spread the word. It will be disgraceful to win and even more embarrassing to lose. Second, arrange for someone to invite Lin Feng, come to Xianyang quickly. We have all seen Lin Feng's talent and learning. Such a person will definitely win against Yan Changge."
Ying Jiuxiao's eyes lit up when he heard this, and he praised: "What Wang Qing said is true. It's a good idea."
"Win three."
Ying Jiuxiao ordered.
"exist!"
Ying San suddenly emerged from the darkness.
Ying Jiuxiao said: "Arrange the people from Heibingtai to send a message as quickly as possible to inform Wang Yue about Yan Changge and ask him to visit Lin Feng. , asked him to come out to help and defeat Yan Changge. In addition, the news of transferring Wang Yue to serve as the magistrate of Xianyang County was announced, and he was asked to enter the capital together with Lin Feng."
"As you command!"
Ying San turned around and retreated.
Wang Tang had a look of shock on his face and said: "Your Majesty, although Quanzi has some abilities, he is not enough to take on a big responsibility. Xianyang is the capital of our Qin Dynasty, and government affairs are extremely complicated. Serving as the county magistrate of Xianyang requires sufficient abilities. I'm afraid, Wang The more incompetent it is.”
"I believe him."
Ying Jiuxiao flicked his sleeves and said: "Wang Qing, young people just need experience. Otherwise, how can we achieve anything? How can we become the mainstay of the Qin Dynasty if we don't practice hard and don't see the world."
Wang Tang still sighed in his heart. There were many powerful people in Xianyang, and it was a land of right and wrong, so it was difficult to arrange them.
He was very worried.
However, the emperor had already made up his mind and could not change it.
Wang Tang cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty is wise."
Ying Jiuxiao nodded and continued: "Continue to keep an eye on Yan Changge's matter and report it at any time."
"Here!"
Wang Tang agreed and talked about other things about the household department, and Wang Tang left in a hurry.
