Gu Hongzhang stood up straight, his figure as strong as a pine tree and did not look old.
"Your Majesty trusts the Gu family, I will keep this in mind. The Gu family has been very popular recently, and the people are praising it. This is a good thing. But as military generals, the Gu family cannot surpass the royal family even if they have flattering words. If someone is willing to stir up trouble, it will lead to the monarch and his ministers Loss and gain are not worth the loss. General Yang Xiao of the Xia Dynasty is an example."
The Emperor said: "Yang Xiao was loyal and patriotic and victorious in every battle, but in the end he was instigated by the prince to put the blame on him, and he ended up committing suicide. It is really a tragedy. General, don't worry, I will never be like this."
Gu Hongzhang: "I firmly believe that Your Majesty, the Gu family has been generals for generations and has led the Dingbei Army into the most powerful sword in Tianchu to protect the peace of Tianchu. But the handle of the knife can only be held in your Majesty's hand, and the scabbard is also in your Majesty's hand. Only Only in this way can Tianchu never have internal worries."
Gu Qingyun: "Your Majesty, don't worry, the blade of this knife will always be pointed outward, and it will not become a hidden danger in Tianchu. Whenever your Majesty, if you have any doubts about the Gu family, just make it clear. At that time, the Gu family will immediately resign and go into seclusion."
The emperor couldn't help but be moved when he heard the words: "If all the ministers in the court are like this, why should Tianchu not be able to rule the world! Don't worry, my dear friends, as long as the Gu family is a general, I will never touch the Northern Army in the slightest!"
At the insistence of the Gu family, the emperor took back the military talisman and rewarded the Gu family with a pile of gold and silver treasures.
When the three members of the Gu family thanked each other and left, the emperor said again: Gu Ruizhou's plea for Yuan Dao will be considered.
After the Gu family left, the emperor picked up the military talisman and looked at it carefully. After confirming that it was correct, he said doubtfully:
"Tell me, what do the Gu family want to do here? To show loyalty or for Yuan Dao? When did you become so close to Yuan Dao?"
Zheng Cheng said respectfully: "Old slave sounds like he is trying to reassure His Majesty. Yuan Dao should be General Anbei's cherishing of talents, right?"
The emperor's eyes were deep and he said: "It's difficult to enter the general's palace. Let's arrange for a hidden guard to follow Yuan Dao and see who he has come into contact with, especially those who are related to the Gu family."
Zheng Cheng took the order and retreated, but was stopped again after taking two steps.
"Call the prince."
"yes."
A few days later, when he went to court, the emperor seemed to have accidentally brought up the matter of Yuan Dao and asked the officials for their opinions.
After Lin Yanqing learned about Yuan Dao's current situation from Lin Jinyan, when chatting with Qin Yushi two days ago, he felt sorry for Yuan Dao. He never thought that His Majesty would mention it himself today. Lin Yanqing and Qin Yushi immediately stood up to defend Yuan Dao. plead.
Among the hundreds of officials, only about ten people spoke for Yuan Dao, and none from the Ministry of Revenue.
The emperor couldn't help but be satisfied after seeing him. It seemed that Yuan Dao was indeed a very unpopular person in the officialdom. With this kind of popularity, to be able to get into the position of Minister, it is indeed true that he has real talent and learning.
"Yuan Dao has always made great achievements. During his tenure as Minister of the Ministry of Household Affairs, he never made any omissions. Although the relief food was lost during the disaster relief, it was robbed by refugees, which is understandable. I cherish talents and want Yuan Dao to It's a crime, but Gao Chengchun has taken over the position of Minister of Household Affairs. Do you have any recommendations for other official positions?"
Prince: "Back to my father, Mr. Liang Yingxian, the Minister of Rites, wanted to resign due to physical discomfort a few days ago, but there is no candidate available for the Minister of Rites. Although the Ministry of Husbandry and the Ministry of Rites have different jurisdictions, Yuan Daocai has learned a lot, and I feel that Yuan Dao can do the job."
Chu Chengye: "Father, I do not agree with what the emperor said. The Ministry of Household Registration is in charge of household registration, finance, land, and military pay, while the Ministry of Rites is responsible for worshiping imperial examinations, academies, and diplomatic relations. There is such a big difference between the two departments, how can they be easily transferred?"
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