Qian Shisheng was helpless when he saw that Shi Kefa didn't believe what he said.
Because he knew that those people were far more selfish than he said. In the eyes of those people, Da Ming was just a tool for them to make profits. Not everyone was like Shi Kefa, who could throw away his own life and death for Da Ming.
"If we want to form an alliance with the Qing Dynasty, we must have at least one minister who cares about life on our side. I will visit Mr. Qian Ge and try to persuade him to support us." Shi Kefa said.
After hearing this, Qian Shisheng hesitated for a moment and then said: "Mr. Qian Ge is obviously unwilling to intervene in this matter. Even if we go to him, it may not be useful."
The five auxiliary ministers also remained silent on the alliance with the Qing Dynasty and the peace talks with the Tiger Flag. He did not believe that Qian Qianyi was not aware of it at all.
But Qian Qianyi never reminded these people, which proved that Qian Qianyi and them were not of the same mind, and the previous friendship was probably of no use.
"After all, we all have a passion for each other, and I don't believe he would watch Ming Dynasty fall into the abyss and remain indifferent." Shi Kefa insisted that Qian Qianyi's heart was for Ming Dynasty.
Perhaps apart from Qian Qianyi, he could not think of any other auxiliary minister who would support them.
Seeing Shi Kefa's insistence, Qian Shisheng knew that he could not be persuaded, so he said: "Since you insist on asking Mr. Qian Ge to come forward, I will not stop you. Even if the matter fails, maybe you can find out the other assistants from him." The attitude of the minister.”
He was not optimistic at all about Shi Kefa's intention to ask Qian Qianyi to take action.
Since it can't be stopped, let Shi Kefa hit this south wall and suffer a loss. Naturally, he will see clearly what kind of person Qian Qianyi is.
Shi Kefa was extremely eager to promote the Ming Dynasty's Northern Expedition. After discussing with Qian Shisheng, he immediately rushed to Qian Qianyi's house in a sedan chair.
"Sir, Mr. Shi, the deputy censor of Zuodu, wants to see you." The steward of the Qian Mansion came to Qian Qianyi to inform him.
Qian Qianyi put down the pen in his hand and said to the housekeeper: "Bring him to the study."
The steward of the Qian Mansion bowed and retreated.
"Shi Xianzhi rarely comes to your door, teacher. He often stays with the censor of the Metropolitan Procuratorate. At this time, he suddenly comes to your door. I'm afraid he has something to ask the teacher!"
In addition to Qian Qianyi, there was also his student Qu Shishu in the study.
Since Qian Qianyi became the chief minister of the cabinet, Qu Shichun often visited Qian Qianyi's house in the name of asking for advice. Especially after Qian Qianyi became the assistant minister, he came more frequently.
Qian Qianyi walked to the tea table aside, picked up the teacup on the table, and said, "Why does Qita think Shi Xianzhi came here this time?"
"Teacher, you must know it well, so you don't need to test the students." Qu Shichen flattered.
Hearing this, Qian Qianyi laughed and said, "It doesn't matter. You can also tell me. It doesn't matter if you say it wrong."
"Since the teacher asked the students to speak, then the students should speak frankly." Qu Shiqi paused for a moment and continued, "The students thought that Shi Xianzhi's visit must be for the Northern Expedition."
Qian Qianyi raised his hand and twirled his beard and asked, "How can you see it?"
"It is already known to everyone that Shi Xianzhi and others have always wanted to promote the Northern Expedition of the Ming Dynasty. Now that the DPRK has made no move on the Northern Expedition, he must be anxious and came to visit the teacher. I am afraid he also hopes that the teacher can be involved in the Northern Expedition. Please help him." Qu Shiqi expressed his guess.
It is no longer a secret that Shi Kefa and others want to launch the Northern Expedition to welcome back the Supreme Emperor.
Civil servants like to have a reputation when doing things. Maybe the work has not been done yet, but the reputation must be taken first.
The most turbulent thing recently is the Northern Expedition. Whether it is in the court, among officials, or even in private restaurants and tea shops, the most talked about thing is the Northern Expedition.
Everyone knows that the driving force behind this is Shi Kefa and others who are bent on the Northern Expedition.
Qian Qianyi took a sip of tea and said, "I thought you would form an alliance with the Qing Dynasty. It seems that you are indeed much better than before."
"Teacher, you are too complimentary." Qu Shishu bowed slightly to Qian Qianyi and said immediately, "Shi Xianzhi does not like the so-called Qing Dynasty, but he hates the tiger-character flag even more, and believes that the tiger-character flag is the most beneficial to the Ming Dynasty. The one that is harmful, so he has always supported forming an alliance with the Qing State to deal with the Tiger Flag."
"Yes, that's right." Qian Qianyi nodded in agreement, and then said, "Actually, as a teacher, I admire Shi Xianzhi more. His loyalty to the Ming Dynasty exceeds that of many officials in the court. It's a pity that he is short-sighted after all. Some people don’t see things too deeply and just want to do what they think is right, thus neglecting the overall situation.”
Qu Shiqi said calmly: "What the teacher said is absolutely true. He destroyed Shi Xianzhi with one sentence."
"Haha, you, you, you, the good county magistrate of Yingtianfu, have learned to flatter others. This is not good, this is not good." Qian Qianyi said it was not good, but his face showed that he was enjoying being greeted.
While the two were talking, the steward of the Qian Mansion brought Shi Xianzhi to the study.
"Sir, Mr. Shi is here." The steward of the Qian Mansion said, and at the same time stood to one side to let Shi Kefa out of the way.
Shi Kefa took two steps forward, bowed to Qian Qianyi, and said, "I pay my respects to Mr. Ge."
"Xianzhi doesn't have to be so open-minded, quickly get up and take a seat!" Qian Qianyi smiled and asked Shi Kefa to take a seat.
"Brother Kida is here too."
Shi Kefa straightened up and turned to say hello to Qu Shishu in the study.
Qu Shishu said with a smile on his face: "I'm here to visit the teacher."
Shi Kefa walked to an empty chair next to him and sat down.
The servants of the Qian Mansion served tea.
"Xianzhi, you rarely visit me. Your teacher and I have known each other for many years, and we are considered close friends. We are also a family. When you are free, you can often come to my house to sit down, get together with Kida and others, and communicate. Exchange feelings." Qian Qianyi said to Shi Kefa.
Shi Kefa frowned slightly.
The other party's words made him feel uncomfortable, but thinking about the purpose of his trip, he endured it.
However, his frown was still noticed by Qian Qianyi.
Qian Qianyi lost his mood and asked directly: "Xianzhi, you must have something to do when you come to my house this time!"
"I really have something unclear, and I came here to ask the elder for advice." Shi Kefa looked businesslike.
Qian Qianyi's face straightened, he smiled again, and said: "If it's a business matter, Xianzhi should talk to your chief minister. Although I am the chief minister of the cabinet, I can't interfere with your chief minister's affairs. matter."
Hearing this, Shi Kefa's face turned ugly.
