During the time when Gao Jingshi finished writing this letter, the news that Wang Jiaping and Liang Menglong's resignations had been approved had spread to the outer court. Almost all the ministries and offices in Beijing had learned about it. For a while, some people were excited, some sighed, and some were silent. . But no matter what kind of person you are, you have a kind of awareness at this moment: a new era has arrived.
Needless to say, those who lament long and short are generally of the same school of thought. Although they lament that the era of pragmatic and pragmatic governance has finally arrived, in fact they have been mentally prepared for this. If you come, just come. There is a way for a car to reach the mountain, and for a boat to reach the bridge, it will be straight. What else can it do?
Naturally, those who remain silent are dominated by the neutral school, which is the traditional Neo-Confucian school. Not long ago, they finally had some intention to unite around Wang Jiaping. Who knows how long it has been, and Wang Jiaping himself has returned to his hometown after becoming an official... Come on, Neo-Confucianism has declined to this day. It seems that the general trend is over. Let's take it one step at a time. .
Those who rejoiced were naturally the officials of the Practical School, and their feeling was undoubtedly that of elation.
Speaking of which, ever since Zhang Siwei suddenly became worried, the position of chief minister controlled by the Shi School for three consecutive terms fell into the hands of the Heart School for nearly twenty years. If it hadn't been for the Caojun War when the war to aid Korea broke out It's chaotic, maybe Shen Shixing can continue to work, it's scary to think about it.
However, after being frightened, everyone suddenly thought of another thing: Shen Shixing had been in power for a very long time, nearly twenty years. However, although he had been the chief minister for a long time, he did not have the power that he had after controlling the government for twenty years.
It stands to reason that after such a long time in power, a huge force of the Xin School should have been cultivated and supported. However, the reality is exactly the opposite. In the past twenty years, the Xin School has made almost no achievements and has been suppressed by the Real School at all levels. After fighting, not only did his power not increase significantly, but Wang Xiaoer celebrated the New Year, and every year became worse than the previous year.
Because Gao Pragmatism was destined to be the first assistant today, everyone suddenly thought of this, and then suddenly realized - it's not that Shen Shixing didn't work hard, it's because our high-ranking boss is so dazzling that even if Shen Shixing is sitting on the throne of the first assistant , in fact, we can only watch Gaoge Lao shine like the rising sun across Kyushu!
There is no need to repeat the contributions and achievements that Mr. Gao Ge has made over the years. In short, it seems to be just four words: All wishes come true!
All the reforms he wanted to push were successfully implemented, and every one of them was later proven to be beneficial to the country and the people; whenever he led a large army to go on an expedition, it was invincible, and no enemy bandits could defeat it. If you get a favor in front of him, it will be like rolling oil and snow, sweeping across thousands of troops like a rolling mat.
When everyone thought of this, they couldn't help but sigh. It seems that although my practical learning was inspired by Gao Wen Zhenggong, but for its prosperity, I'm afraid I have to look at the little "Gao Xinzheng" now!
Feeling emotional, everyone has not forgotten the "business". They are all thinking about when to give a gift to the Nanning Marquis Mansion to celebrate Gaoge Laorong's promotion to the First Assistant. Fortunately, Gao Yuanfu himself was the richest man in the Ming Dynasty. When giving him a gift, you don’t have to consider the value of the gift too much. The main thing is to highlight the sincerity of your heart...
Back to Gao Pangshi, he didn't even bother to think about the reactions of foreign officials after hearing the news. Instead, he took the cabinet's memorandum seriously and responded to it. Then, he received an imperial edict from the Chief of Ceremonies, which appointed him as the Grand Scholar of Zhongji Palace. ….
He had to receive the decree, but after receiving it, he had to return home immediately and hand over the speech he had written before, so he immediately returned home with the decree.
Gao pragmatic returned to the mansion and sent someone to deliver Cishu. Gao Mo suddenly came over and said a few words of congratulations first, then changed the subject and whispered: "Sir, fish lanterns were hung on the west floor of the princess mansion today. "
Gao Pingshi was startled, then nodded and said, "I understand."
"I hung three of them." Gao Mo added.
Gao Pragmatic was very surprised and confirmed: "Really?"
Gao Mo lowered his head and said, "I have confirmed again and again that the two hidden whistles reported three."
Gao pragmatic frowned, but immediately stood up and said, "Okay, I'll go there right away. Uncle Mo, please arrange the carriage and stay hidden."
Gao Mo replied: "No matter what the master said, the carriage has been arranged, but... does Madam want to know?"
Say yes, or find some reason? "
Gao Pragmatic hesitated for a moment and then said, "There's no need to find any excuses, just tell the truth."
"Yes, sir." Gao Mo said, "The carriage is in Dongyuan. Will you go now, sir?"
"Since it's three fish lanterns, don't delay and leave now." Gao pragmatically said, immediately stepped out and explained at the same time: "I got the imperial order of chief assistant today, and the resignation letter was just handed in. I should have stayed." It's okay to close the door at home to thank guests. You will order the door to be closed later and no one in the house can go out at will."
"Yes, sir." Gao Mo still answered simply.
The carriage Gao Mo prepared for Gao Jingshi was naturally not what Gao Jingshi used on a daily basis. Although the carriage still had the coat of arms of the Nanning Marquis Mansion, it also had the coat of arms of the Jinghua Trading Company. In addition, this carriage was not a "luxury version" at first glance. Ordinary people would only think that a certain shopkeeper from Jinghua Trading Company was going out, and they would never expect that the person sitting inside would be Mr. Gao Ge.
The carriage drove all the way to a large warehouse of Jinghua Trading Company next to Princess Yongning's Mansion. The carriage did not stop outside the courtyard, but drove directly into the courtyard, blocking the eyes of the surrounding pedestrians.
At this time, Gao Pingshi had simply changed into a set of clothes in the car and put on a sapphire blue Taoist uniform. Naturally, he also took off the black gauze on his head and changed into a simple scholar's towel of the same color.
He got off the carriage and walked directly into a guarded warehouse. The two people at the door of the warehouse were holding bayonet-style Wanli Type II muskets. When they saw him approaching, they immediately stood at attention, put the butts of the guns on the ground, and whispered: "I have seen the Marquis!"
Gao Pragmatic nodded. Although his face was serious, he still said: "Thank you for your hard work." The two of them felt excited when they heard this, but because of the strict system of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, they did not reply. They just subconsciously raised their chests and chins. Lift slightly.
Gao Pingshi went inside the warehouse and turned a wall lamp 360 degrees. There was a creaking sound, and a cabinet shelf that looked like it was filled with goods was split into two, revealing a passage at the back. Gao Pragmatic didn't look much and went straight into the passage.
There is no oil lamp in this passage. There is a wall lamp every few steps on the walls on both sides. The wall lamps are not candles, but full of luminous pearls. Although the brilliance of night pearls is not dazzling, such a close arrangement can completely illuminate the road. ….
Gao Pragmatic had long been accustomed to all this, and without taking a second glance, he quickly walked through the passage, opened the same mechanism at the end, took out a key, unlocked the door, and pushed the door open.
Outside the door is a study room, which is very elegantly decorated. All kinds of furniture are made of mahogany, making the entire study room shine in red. There seemed to be incense burning in the study, and Gao Pragmatic could smell it as soon as he opened the door.
"Gao Lang!" Princess Yongning's joyful voice sounded in the room. Gao pragmatic turned his head and saw the eldest princess walking over quickly. She looked him up and down with a pair of beautiful eyes in surprise, and then she threw herself into his arms.
"Gao Lang...how are you doing lately?" Her voice came from Gao Jingshi's arms. It seemed hazy and hard to hear clearly, but Gao Jingshi could clearly feel her excitement.
This made Gao Pragmatic a little touched and a little ashamed. Although the Yongning Princess Mansion built by Beijing Capital Infrastructure has a special passage for him to meet the eldest princess, he actually doesn't come very often. Especially after returning from North Korea, this is his second time here - he only came once a year ago.
Although he didn't come often, looking at Her Royal Highness the Princess's behavior, it was clear that she had no intention of blaming her. Instead, she was overjoyed when she saw him, just like she had been many years ago.
"I'm fine, I'm just very busy..." Gao Pragmatic said this subconsciously, not sure if he was making excuses for himself.
"Well, I know." Princess Yongning immediately raised her head, looked at Gao Pragmatic and said, "I knew that Gao Lang was very busy, so I didn't want to hang up the lantern at first, but I just received news today that the second Duke of Wang and Liang had been arrested. The emperor agreed, but there was something that had to be told to Gao Lang immediately, so this is why..."
Gao Jingshi secretly breathed a sigh of relief, but pretended to look regretful and sighed: "I thought Yao Lao missed me, alas..."
Today, Princess Yongning is actually in her early thirties, but I wonder if it is because of her relationship with Gao
Pragmatism and pragmatism didn't spend much time together. Being teased by Gao pragmatism like this made Xia Fei's cheeks blush immediately, which made her feel quite shy.
However, even so, she still leaned her head on Gao Jingshi's chest and whispered: "Of course I think so too." As if to strengthen her persuasion, she hugged Gao Jingshi's arm harder and held Gao Jingshi tightly. Hold tight. She put her head on Gao Pragmatic's left chest and seemed to be listening carefully to Gao Pragmatic's heartbeat.
I don’t know what kind of aromatherapy sachet was used on the eldest princess. It smelled very good. On a whim, Gao Pragmatic suddenly picked her up by the waist. The eldest princess was so surprised that she said "Ah" and then said hurriedly: "Gao Lang, Gao Lang...wait a minute, I still have something to talk to Gao Lang first."
"Really?" Gao Pragmatic didn't stop. He held her in his arms and walked to the study room while saying, "It doesn't matter what you say..."
The eldest princess Yongning was so embarrassed that she stretched out her hand and hit him gently, but she said as if begging for mercy: "Hey, Gao Lang, I really have something important to say, you... wait until I say the serious thing first!"
Gao pragmatically stood still, looked down at her, raised his eyebrows, and chuckled: "Oh...it turns out I just have to wait for a while."
Princess Yongning blushed and hid in his arms, whispering: "Well... just wait a moment."
Gao Pinggong said sincerely: It seems that something is really important.
He is different from the eldest princess Yongning. The eldest princess belongs to Shuangju in name. Although the princess's mansion lacks everything, except for her son Gao Luo, there are only eunuchs, maids and nuns in the mansion, so naturally she is focused on high things and pragmatism. Although Gao Pragmatic doesn't have a lot of wives and concubines, he still has one wife and three concubines, so there is always no shortage of women around him.
Therefore, Gao Jingshi's impatience just now was mostly just an act, but the eldest princess Yongning was really lovesick. Even though she was shy, she still refused to show any rejection... Maybe she was really afraid of Gao Jingshi subconsciously. Let's reject the pretense and take it seriously.
Gao pragmatic laughed and carried her into the study room. This inner room is a resting place, naturally furnished with beds. Without saying a word, Gao Jingshi put her directly on the bed, kissed her gently, and asked her almost nose to nose: "Why do you have to talk about it so urgently now?"
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ps: My mother was with my grandson, my wife and I were with my mother, and the weekend just passed. Mom went back last night. This chapter was rushed this morning, so I’ll update it first. .
Yun Wufeng
