In Jiade Hall, the courtiers came out of the gate one after another and walked down the steps.
Different from the past.
In the past, no matter how big the matter was, outside the Jiade Hall, the courtiers would still gather together in different categories, whispering and discussing endlessly.
Now, although the boundaries are still clear, no one is speaking.
Many people silently looked at the backs of Xun You, Xun Yu, Cai Yong and others. Some were gloating about the misfortune, while others felt sad.
In addition to these three people, there were also many people looking at Sima Jun's back, twinkling.
This is a 'new' person, and it is said that he was personally recruited by the palace.
Although this person is not the fourth generation and the third prince, and does not have a very high reputation, he has lived a long time and his reputation is not bad. As a big family in Yingchuan, the court is full of juniors. Who should be polite to him?
Some people began to have thoughts in their minds.
"Six Cao Shangshu, discuss matters at the Shangshu desk."
Suddenly, Yang Biao, who was walking at the front, said in a deep voice.
Liu Cao Shangshu raised his hand and responded silently.
The others subconsciously stopped and watched as Yang Biao, Wang Yun, Er Xun, Sima Jun and others turned to the chancellery.
Er Xun was publicly reprimanded and demoted to the third level. This was the first time since he succeeded to the throne in the palace. Most people still haven't recovered from it.
Cai Yong didn't know what his expression was. He just felt his head was swollen and his legs and feet were erratic. He wanted to follow him, but couldn't force his way in. After a while, he could only feel depressed and uncomfortable, and followed the crowd out of the palace with faltering steps.
In the Shangshu table, Yang Biao, Wang Yun, Er Xun and others sat down, their faces as deep as water, and they were so quiet that you could hear a needle drop.
They had expected His Majesty's anger in the palace, but they had never expected that he would be so angry!
Yang Biao was actually hard to say cleanly about the seed collection. Even if he escaped, he still felt uneasy.
He took a deep breath, rubbed the corners of his stiff face, and said, "You have all heard the decree. Now tell me what to do?"
In these matters, Wang Yun is relatively the cleanest one. In the Jiade Palace, he also received a verbal commendation from Liu Bian. He glanced at Er Xun and others indifferently and said: "I will issue a document in half a month. 'Cutting down redundant officials' starts with Sili."
Yang Biao looked at him, the corners of his face trembling twice.
At the beginning of Wang Yun's reign, the whole Sili was in chaos. With so many official hats, the complex network of relationships between the people under the hats and the families, relatives, friends, teachers, and friends behind them will quickly come into play, and the pressure will be concentrated on the court and the chancellery.
But this matter was confirmed by Liu Bian himself, and Yang Biao had nothing to do with Wang Yun. He looked at Xun You and said, "What's the plan for Li Cao?"
Xun You tried his best to remain calm, but his face was still calm, and he said: "Li Cao plans to work with Yushitai to verify all officials, big and small, appointed since the 'New Deal'... once every three years."
Yang Biao looked at him with cold sweat on his head.
Doing so would cause a big disturbance!
Yang Biao felt his heart was heavy and it was difficult to breathe. He was speechless for a long time, so he had to turn to Xun Yu and said, "Where is Hu Cao?"
"We have no plans for the time being," Xun Yu said.
Yang Biao waited anxiously for Hu Cao to come up with some big plan. He was startled when he heard this, then looked at Xun Yu's expressionless face and said, "No?"
Wang Yun, Xun You, Sima Jun and others also looked over, looking suspicious.
In the Jiade Palace, the biggest reason why His Majesty is so angry is Qiu Liang, and Hu Cao is the one who is most responsible. Now Xun Yu says he has no plan?
Xun Yu seemed unaware of these glances and said: "This matter is serious, and I plan to return to Hucao to summon my colleagues to discuss the matter in a long-term and comprehensive manner."
Yang Biao blinked and seemed to think it made sense. He was thinking in his mind and sat upright unconsciously. He said solemnly: "What I mean is that it is of great importance. It must be planned carefully. The main desk should be used to promote it with all its strength, not which one." A person can fight alone."
Xun You said quickly: "The Prime Minister said so."
The matter was so big that Xun You felt that Hu Cao was far from capable of it.
Sima Jun sat there and glanced at Wang Yun calmly.
Wang Yun remained indifferent, as if he didn't hear anything.
Yang Biao didn't care about Wang Yun. He stared at a few people, lowered his head and pretended to think deeply: "I want to start investigating the loss of autumn grain from Shanyang County, Yanzhou. What do the household officials and officials think?"
Xun You understood immediately and looked at Xun Yu.
Xun Yu paused and said, "Yes."
Yang Biao was relieved instantly, with a smile on his face, and said: "I will write to Governor Wang now, asking him to sort it out as soon as possible and report it to the court."
Xun You, Xun You said nothing.
Wang Lang, the prefect of Shanyang, was a teacher in the Prime Minister's Mansion and was personally recommended by Yang Biao. He was recognized as Yang Biao's only "crony".
Seeing that no one was speaking, Yang Biao's fat face suddenly became dignified, and he said in a deep voice: "Three days later, at the Shangshutai, the six Cao Cao will come up with detailed regulations and discuss decisions together. Autumn grain is the pillar of the country and must not be eroded by any means! Official governance is If you dare to embezzle or accept bribes, which is the foundation of the country, the imperial court will never tolerate it and there will be no room for compromise!"
"Your Majesty, take your orders!"
Xun You, Xun You, Sima Jun, and even Wang Yun all raised their hands at this moment.
"Also, I want to remind Hu Cao that the autumn grain issue has been dealt with, and the salt tax can't happen again!" Yang Biao stared at Xun Yu with wide eyes.
Xun Yu's face moved slightly, he raised his hand and said, "I know."
Yang Biao nodded and said: "After three days, no one is allowed to ask for leave, and all the ministers must be present."
"Your Majesty, take your orders!" The crowd said again.
…
Half an hour later, a group of people came out of the chancery.
Sima Jun was leaning on a crutch and just as he took one foot out, Wang Yun's voice suddenly sounded behind him: "Sima Shangshu, stay here. I have something to discuss with you."
Sima Jun paused, turned around, and walked back.
When he was in Jiade Hall, Liu Bian personally handed over the punishment cao to Wang Yun for separate assignment.
Xun You turned his head and looked at Sima Jun's back, frowning secretly.
At this moment, he was full of worries and could not calm down. He had no time to think too much, so he hurried out of the palace with Xun Yu and others and returned to Liucao.
Xun You and Xun Yu arrived at Liu Cao's office one after another. Just as Xun Yu was about to turn around, Xun You grabbed him and whispered, "Uncle, I have something to tell you."
Xun Yu hummed and took Xun You into Hu Cao.
When everyone in Hucao saw the two of them, they wanted to speak, but hesitantly stepped back.
Xun Yu and Xun You entered the duty room, immediately closed the door, and sat across from each other.
Xun You lost the calmness he showed on the outside, with panic written on his face. He looked at Xun Yu and said, "Uncle, tell me, what does your majesty mean?"
Ever since he was promoted by Liu Bian, Xun You has never been so flustered today.
Being 'downgraded to the third level' is undoubtedly a fatal blow to a person like him who is in the limelight and has a bright future.
Xun Yu poured a cup of tea, his face didn't move, but his brows furrowed, and he said: "Your Majesty must be angry with the imperial court because he is powerless."
Xun You thought about the court situation. Although he felt that what Xun Yu said was reasonable, he still stared at Xun Yu and said: "Uncle, I don't think it is completely right. Your Majesty never acts without aim. He must have other plans. You said..."
At this point, Xun You suddenly stopped, looking a little confused and unspeakable.
Xun Yu put down his teacup and said, "Calm down."
Xun You looked at Xun Yu's unwavering expression, took a deep breath with a sullen face, and said, "Uncle, tell me, what is your Majesty's purpose?"
To publicly deal with him, Xun Yu, and Cai Yong and demote him to the third level must be more than just a matter of autumn grain and official administration!
Xun Yu turned the teacup in his hand gently and said, "You overlooked one thing, Sima Jun."
Xun You frowned and said, "You mean, His Majesty was planning it ten days ago?"
Xun Yu nodded and said, "Your Majesty may be a little impatient."
Xun You, who was already full of doubts, suddenly became nervous and said: "The government affairs of the imperial court are heavy and complicated. How can we be impatient? Isn't your Majesty worried that going too far is not enough?"
Xun Yu took another sip of tea and said, "Where is the inferiority?"
Xun You looked at Xun Yu blankly, as if he suddenly forgot what he wanted to say.
He thought about the situation in the court, and suddenly realized something, and said quickly: "What does your uncle mean? Your Majesty, are you confident that you can control the situation?"
After saying this, Xun You couldn't wait for Xun Yu's answer, and said: "The rebellion in the south is raging, the Montenegrin army is still besieging Julu, and there is chaos. The court has no money and food, and the treasury is in dire straits. Where does your majesty's confidence come from?"
Xun Yu shook his head and said: "I don't know either. But I can feel that His Majesty is no longer as cautious as before, and is more inclined to be bold and use heavy rules."
Xun You frowned, thinking about it, and said, "Then, what do you think His Majesty is going to do?"
"Go all out to promote the implementation of the new policy." Xun Yu said.
Xun You stared at Xun Yu and said, "Uncle knows what I am talking about."
Xun Yu thought for a moment and said: "Demoting us is nothing more than a warning to force the court to unite and concentrate on the New Deal."
Xun You anxiously picked up the tea cup and took a sip, and said, "Tell me, does His Majesty intend to replace us?"
Xun Yu suddenly smiled and said: "If you are concerned, you will be confused. Please calm down."
Xun You and Xun Yu looked at each other and calmed down inexplicably. His tense expression slowly relaxed and he said, "Uncle, I lost my temper."
Xun Yu picked up the teapot, gave him a cup of tea, and said, "Although I don't understand what your majesty wants to do, as ministers, you and I can just concentrate on the matter, and don't care too much about the rest."
Xun You secretly admired Xun Yu's Qi-nurturing skills. He took a calm breath and raised his hand and said, "What uncle said is to be taught."
Although Xun You is more than ten years older than Xun Yu, Xun Yu does have the seniority. He did not return the gift and said, "What are you planning to do?"
Xun You calmed down a little and said: "I thought about it in a hurry. First, I planned to work with Taichang to select more talents and be ready to join the official position at any time. Then, I worked with Yushitai to use the 'corruption of autumn grain' as an opportunity to deal with various people. Officials at higher levels will conduct investigations and strictly rectify the administration of officials."
Xun Yu nodded and said: "The threshold must be high, and after becoming an official, you must always check."
With that said, he stood up, rummaged in the drawer for a while, took out a memorial, handed it to Xun You, and said, "Look at this."
Xun You took it and opened it with some curiosity. He noticed the four characters "Nine-grade Zhongzheng" on the edge of his eyes, and then noticed the name "Chen Qun" on the title page.
He instantly remembered what Zhong Yao had said to him before, and said while reading: "I've heard it before, and it was said before that it was very confusing, and the preface and the follower were inconsistent..."
Before Xun You finished speaking, he looked at it seriously.
The so-called "nine grades of Zhongzheng" is not a method of selecting officials, but a grading of assessments, which divides the world's officials into nine grades: upper, middle and lower!
When Xun You had almost finished reading, Xun Yu said: "I talked to Chen Qun, and he was very high-spirited. He said that he had entered the palace not long ago and presented himself to His Majesty, which was highly praised by His Majesty."
Xun Youben was very interested in this memorial. He frowned and said, "Zhong Tingwei said that Chen Qun was young and energetic, jumping up and down without any rules."
Xun Yu said: "Do you think this memorial is useful?"
Xun You frowned and said thoughtfully: "The idea is very good, but there are many things that are too whimsical and not down-to-earth enough."
After Xun You said this, he gradually had an idea in his mind, and then said: "Uncle, what are you going to do? Just now at the Chancellor's Desk, you didn't say anything."
Xun Yu nodded and said: "The matter is complicated. I still need to discuss it carefully with Han Bin. First decide on the land and households."
Xun You looked at him and said with some confusion: "Are you going to wait until next year?"
Xun Yu said: "This year is over."
Xun You was startled, and had a very clear intuition that his uncle seemed to be ruthless.
…
While Xun You and Xun Yu were still discussing, Wang Yun personally escorted Sima Jun out of the palace, talking and laughing while walking, looking very intimate.
Sima Jun left the palace and returned to Xingcao. The servants of Xingcao poured out like a tide.
Some went to Tianlao, and some went straight to Henan Yin.
The first year of Yonghan, the sixth day of October.
There were more than thirty people below Yin Zhongji in Henan. Seven of them were betrayed by the Tingwei Mansion and executed, and the rest ransacked their homes and guarded the borders.
Then, the heads of Zhongji began to appear in every state and county in Sili.
I don’t know how many people are worried and fearful.
Before the Sili officials, big and small, could react, Shangshutai directly issued an order to remove more than 20 people from their official positions in Shangdang County. At the same time, joint inspection officials from Yushitai and Licao were stationed in Taiyuan. Licao's doctor read an official document from Prime Minister Yang Biao in public, severely denounced the "corruption and illegality" of Bingzhou County.
Bingzhou is sharpening its sword, but Yanzhou has already started to fall.
Xi Zhicai, the supervisory censor of Shanyang County, reported the detailed investigation results and obtained the support of Wang Lang, the prefect of Shanyang, and Liu Dai, the herdsman of Yanzhou.
The judge of Tingwei's Mansion, under the watchful eyes of Yanzhou officials, sentenced seven people, three county magistrates, and four county towns to be executed. There were nearly a hundred officials, large and small, involved in the case, and all of them had their homes confiscated and exiled.
In addition to those who had gotten wind of it in advance and escaped, there were as many as nine aristocratic families involved, and the atonement money collected alone was as high as 60 million!
The storm blowing from Luoyang City is sweeping violently and violently in all directions.
But this is only the first step. A bigger storm is still brewing.
Wang Yun's first draft of "cutting redundant officials" was approved by the Chancellery, and the institutions and officials to be abolished are constantly being added to the list.
The "Grand Examination" of the Yushitai and the officials is also progressing in an orderly manner. Various plans are being formulated and various manpower are being mobilized. Bohai King Liu Xie holds meetings with many officials at the Yushitai almost every day to ensure that the foreboding is safe and comprehensive. , no omissions.
Compared to the storm gathering in the court, the palace was quiet.
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