In late March and early April, the suburbs of Beijing are already sprouting green buds, but after all, the north is not as green as the south. There are only a few willow branches fluttering in the wind. The name of the Spring Pavilion by the river is suitable for the season at hand.
Yang Yiqing knew the origin of the Chamber of Attendants. The new emperor brought such a group of people and whipped the courtiers every day. Although they were not of high rank, they were close to the emperor and were exposed to the core government affairs of the court every day. Their character, opportunities and vision were far beyond Ordinary people only have one chance, and then they will rise to great heights.
Even Fengxi limped and called Yang Yiqing with a cautious twinkle in his eyes. The emperor had the duty to receive foreign envoys. Under such circumstances, he also placed a lame man in the attendant's room. This shows that this person is not a simple person.
In the pavilion, except for Yang, Feng, and Guo, no one else came close. This was the sacred intention, and what the emperor said actually had a certain personal nature, and not everyone could know it.
"Yang Budang." Feng and Guo bowed slightly.
"You two are so polite, please."
Everyone knows what is going on in Jingli now. Yang Yiqing was not sure. Is the emperor suddenly sending someone to meet him in an unconventional way before he entered the city really related to his position as a cabinet minister?
"The ministry has worked hard all the way. Mingzhi and I have been waiting for the ministry for several days. Although it is His Majesty's intention to come here, His Majesty actually does not want to announce the ministry with his decree."
Yang Yiqing raised his hand, "Please tell me what your Majesty's decree is, please."
"Let me tell you below." Feng Xi frowned, "Bu Tang, Your Majesty is very pleased with Long Yan's victory over Ningxia. The Ministry must also know the reason why. Your Majesty is a decisive leader with great ambitions. This victory will be your Majesty's. The world is so powerful that this battle is defeated... Judging from this, the most important hero of the Zhengde Dynasty is not the Duke of Ji or the Duke of Guantong, but actually the minister."
"Excessive praise. Yang is just following the king's orders and obeying the holy will. This victory over the Tatars is a great blessing to your majesty, and it depends on the soldiers' lives. Moreover, your majesty is a very good person. He had planned it several years ago. Yang's contribution, It’s insignificant.”
"Others don't understand, but both Feng and Ming's brother can understand clearly. The battle in Ningxia is just the beginning, and complex tactics are the best way to solve the Ming Dynasty's border problems. The ministry dared to report it to His Majesty regardless of the gossip of the world. This official document Even His Majesty can understand the loyalty to the country. Now, judging from the situation between the DPRK and China, it has become a foregone conclusion that the complex system will be listed as a national policy. In His Majesty’s words, writing it on paper is one thing, but putting it into practice is another. It’s a matter of course. Looking at the princes in the court, who can guard the three northwest towns, continue to run the horse administration, and also forge ahead and successfully integrate, who can take on this important task? "
Although these words sounded nice to Yang Yiqing, they actually sounded like mere words for show. Did the emperor just send two people to this place on the outskirts of Beijing to praise him? Furthermore, the people who could see him, Yang Yiqing, did not come. None of the important ministers or the Supervisor of Ceremonies came, but they sent these two close ministers of the emperor. What does it mean?
But based on what he said, he still wants to go to the northwest, and the cabinet has nothing to do with him.
"Budo, in the final analysis, Toyotaka just said that His Majesty wants to treat the Bundo as a national scholar."
Yang Yiqing's expression trembled, "Your Majesty is so kind to you, how dare you?"
Fengxi couldn't understand Yang Yiqing. No matter what they said, Yang Yiqing was always calm and calm and dealt with it well. ….
"I dare to ask the minister, after entering the capital and meeting the saint, are you planning to intercede for Liu Shiyong?"
Yang Yiqing finally became very serious. These were the words he had buried in his heart. Along the way, he was accompanied by generals and warriors. No one could say this, even Zhang Yong. Even if he took the initiative to tell him, he still wanted to ask why.
But the people in this capital are very thoughtful, and they can figure out his thoughts even though they are thousands of miles apart. Sure enough, there are many capable people at the feet of the emperor.
But this was not easy for him to answer. After all, these two people were not familiar with him. How could he admit such a fatal thing so easily?
"Why did the superior think that Yang would do this?"
"Not me, nor Brother Ming. But Your Majesty."
emperor?
Yang Yiqing was shocked. He had only met the current emperor once, last year. He looked like a teenager, but he had such deep thoughts.
"That majesty
"Xia" means..."
Fengxi smiled and said, "The Holy Favor of the Ministry is really unparalleled. His Majesty said that it is not appropriate to send the cabinet or minister for this matter, and the ceremonial supervisor is also too heavy. Only the two of us...the intention is It is His Majesty’s hope that he will not use imperial edicts to pressure people, but rather give a sincere advice, please don’t ask for mercy.”
Yang Yiqing tightened his fists. He couldn't believe that the emperor could do this. He has been in officialdom for decades. To put it bluntly, his heart is as hard as a stone. But the emperor's arrangement today really touched him.
"...The minister is a person who has accomplished heavenly merits. Don't let your majesty want to reward you but have no way."
Hearing this, Yang Yiqing could no longer sit still, stood up and faced the capital and raised his hands, "I am old, weak and disabled, and I really cannot deserve your majesty's kindness!"
His heart was filled with huge waves, and his face was a little moved and embarrassed. Looking at it, others really felt that this old man was extremely troubled at this time.
After thinking for a long time, Yang Yiqing sat down again. Knowing the purpose of his visit, he knew how to deal with it, so he faced Feng and Guo and said, "Gentlemen, what happened today is already a dilemma for Yang. If not If you are ungrateful, you will be unjust, and if you are not unjust, you will be ungrateful. Yang has been an official for decades and has never been in such a difficult situation as he is now. Please give me some advice, out of kindness."
"I don't dare to take the advice seriously. Neither of us dare to accept the words of the department." Fengxi was polite to him, "However, Feng is not talented. There is something I can't hold back in my heart, and I want to tell the department. "
"Please say!"
"Emotions are profound and righteous. Your Majesty has only been on the throne for less than three months, and the image of a holy king has already been revealed. In the future Zhengde dynasty, both civil and military achievements will be made. The ministry is not an unknown person. As long as you work hard, you will be passed down to famous ministers for thousands of years. Your name. If I don’t say this, the people of the Ming Dynasty will also be grateful for the kindness of the Ministry in the future. This is a truly great merit."
"If we are concerned about other things at this time, if the monarch and his ministers are at odds, the personal safety of the ministry will be a small matter, and the stability of the border will be a big matter. The so-called tolerance is for the country... Your Majesty has already endured it, so what trouble does the ministry have? ? Even if Liu Shiyong is here today, do you want to believe that he is willing to consider the country, the country, and the people of the world, or is he willing to consider himself? "
Yang Yiqing had a sullen face. He finally understood why a cripple could stay by the emperor's side. Yang Yiqing could see the importance of the position in the attendant's room, but why couldn't he, with so many capable people in the court, see it? But Fengxi has been working for several years and has yet to hear anyone shake him. ….
It's just this kind of lip service that's so bad.
But in fact, he also knew that the people in the attendant's room rarely talked and were basically the emperor's record-keepers. He did not expect that this exit would not be simple.
"It's not that Yang is ignorant of the two superiors. It's just that if it weren't for Mr. Dongshan, Yang might still be the Prime Minister of a county in Shaanxi. It's not that Yang doesn't know that the king's kindness is greater than heaven, otherwise he wouldn't ignore Mr. Dongshan's objections and try his best. Your Majesty, you can fight in the northwest. Of course, the big and small righteousness must be clearly distinguished, but if Yang doesn't even say a word in front of the king... so greedy for life and fear of death, I think the people will not miss a person who is greedy for life and afraid of death. Famous officials The biography will not describe Yang Yiqing like this."
Feng Xi and Guo Shangkun both expressed emotion. For example, Yang Yiqing's contribution was something that many people dreamed of getting, but he himself was still considering whether to give it up.
This fearlessness is indeed worthy of respect from both of them, and indeed worthy of His Majesty's respect.
"...If that's the case, then how about letting Budang and Lord Shi Yong meet each other?"
Yang Yiqing's fingers trembled slightly. Liu Mansion was a key criminal who wanted to be executed by Queen Qiu. Today, the Holy Emperor is quite disgusted with him. It is impossible for ordinary people to see him, but Fengxi, a recorder in the attendant's room, can do it.
Guo Shangkun was slightly surprised and glanced at Fengxi. His Majesty did not explain this section...
This is not a joke. What are their identities?
Yang Yiqing saluted seriously, "Yang, thank you in advance for your help!"
Fengxi nodded slightly.
This thing is a bit risky, but he has a strong heart and has something to do.
If the emperor wants one point, he will give three points; if he wants eight points, he will give ten points. Not exceeding the emperor's expectations, he
Why is it so impressive to you?
In this matter, the emperor firmly believed that Yang Yiqing must intercede for Liu Daxia, and he could not persuade him, but the matter depended on manpower. No one knew the outcome until that step.
Afterwards, the carriages and horses went to Beijing to settle down.
For this great victory, the court had a welcoming ceremony. It was not a sacrifice of prisoners, but the emperor wanted to congratulate the victorious generals, just outside the Meridian Gate.
Yang Yiqing followed Feng Xi and Guo Shangkun to the Penal Department Prison without having time to rest.
Min Gui is not an easy person to talk to, and not everyone can enter the Criminal Department, but Fengxi can walk in openly.
Especially his legs were limping. Many officials looked at him and thought about it first and then took it seriously.
There are not many officials with such characteristics in the capital. With such a calm demeanor, who wouldn't know that this is Fengxi, a close minister of the emperor?
In the twelfth year of Hongzhi's reign, he worked in the Prince's Mansion after becoming a Jinshi in high school. He was considered one of the emperor's most trusted ministers.
After waiting for a while, Yang Yiqing was shocked to see that he had actually accomplished this. But he is not a talkative person. He should ask questions that should be asked and should not ask too many questions that should not be asked.
His relationship with the Ministry of Punishment was something he, an outsider, shouldn't ask.
They turned around the lobby and walked north. After passing a round door, a guard suddenly appeared to lead them.
The Penal Department Prison is not a place full of spring. It starts to feel gloomy as soon as you step out of the first door. There is insufficient light, cold and damp. When passing by some cells, the prisoners inside are unkempt and disheveled. The most important thing is that they are full of sour smell. Guo Shangkun can't bear it. No, I couldn't help but cover my nose. ….
Yang Butang also pursed his lips tightly. He really couldn't imagine that Mr. Dongshan would end up in this place.
After turning a few corners, they finally reached the deepest point. The guard who led the way pointed, "That's the innermost room."
Actually... this room is not bad. There is a small, square window in the corner, and the sunlight slips into the cell from there. In the light, there is a figure looking up, silent and motionless, like a statue. Statue.
Yang Yiqing stepped forward quickly, pulled the wood, and called softly: "Mr. Dongshan!"
Wow!
The sound of the iron chains clanging together was clear and harsh.
Liu Daxia slowly turned his head. He was now showing his age. His dirty hair covered his eyes, and his wet beard was long and messy. How could he still have the appearance of a supreme minister?
"Ying Ning?"
"It's me! It's me."
Fengxi glanced at the guard and motioned for him to open the cell door.
Liu Daxia has probably forgotten the time now, and he never expected that Yang Yiqing would come to visit. But his mind is still flexible, "The fact that Ying Ning came to the capital means that we have won this battle?"
"Won!"
"Hey..." Liu Daxia suddenly sighed and shook his head continuously, "Ying Ning, you shouldn't!"
"Mr. Higashiyama..."
"The Holy Young Master has ascended the throne. Since ancient times, young emperors have been overjoyed to achieve great success. But is it child's play for the imperial court to use troops? If they win, the treasury will be empty; if they lose, the country will be unstable. In addition to adding merit to the emperor, this kind of thing can be of no use to the people. Is there any benefit at all? You have won this battle now. It doesn’t matter if you prove that I am wrong, but you have proved that His Majesty is right. There will be more battles in the court in the future. Such militancy is what Taizu and Taizong are doing. It was difficult to make ends meet even then, let alone now?!"
Liu Daxia stayed in prison for two months, but he still had this idea. At this time, when he saw Yang Yiqing, he felt even more heartbroken. He turned around and said, "Let's go!"
How could Yang Yiqing just walk away like that? He said: "Mr. Dongshan, whether you believe it or not. I have served in Shaanxi for 20 years. I support His Majesty in doing this, not because I, Yang Yiqing, will be rewarded for my meritorious service, but because I have met Mrs. The Tatars burned, killed, and plundered, and the people of the Ming Dynasty were like lambs waiting to be slaughtered. If the court did not fight this battle, family destruction and death would always occur at the border. The Ming Dynasty could not protect its people. Even if we say it was prosperous, it has not been since ancient times. How has there ever been such a prosperous age while being beaten and claiming to be prosperous at the same time?"
"This time I come to the capital to plead with Your Majesty.
Please forgive Mr. Dongshan, Your Majesty, even if it makes Long Yan angry, I will say this! "
When these words came out, Liu Daxia knew that Yang Yiqing was still the Yang Yiqing he knew.
"…No."
"No?"
"Ying Ning, there is no place for me in the world. Whether I go out or not goes out, it will be the same to the country and the people. In this case, what is the meaning of Liu Daxia's life? As for you, this time you have made a great contribution and the holy scroll is prosperous, you can take this opportunity I have the opportunity to advise Your Majesty, please rein in your war-like spirit, recuperate and be kind to all people, as this is what people of our generation should do."
There is a difference between Yang Yiqing's philosophy and Liu Daxia's, and he doesn't want to lie. "Mr. Dongshan, I can't promise you this. But I have received a great favor from you, and those words should be said by me, and I must say them."
Liu Daxia's eyes were already blank when he looked at Yang Yiqing. He took two steps back and sat down with his back to Yang Yiqing. "I'm inside. Even if Ying Ning has differences with me, we still have colleagues. And I have already made a plan. Even if you ask Your Majesty, please forgive me, but I won’t go out either. You can leave and don’t come back again.”
"Mr. Higashiyama..."
"Where can I find the Prime Minister's ancestral hall? There is a lot of cypress outside Jinguan City. The green grass reflects the spring color on the steps, and the oriole's voice is heard in the sky through the leaves. I have been worrying about the world's plans for three times, and the two dynasties have helped the old minister's heart. He died before he left the army, and he has a long life. Make the hero burst into tears."
This is a poem by Du Fu praising Zhuge Liang, the Prime Minister of Shu. When he chanted it, he not only hoped that Ming Dynasty would have Zhuge Liang, but also hoped that after Yang Yiqing soared to the sky, he could follow Zhuge Liang's example and not let Ming Dynasty sink.
Yang Yiqing had no choice but to leave temporarily. When he walked to the door of the cell, Fengxi said, "Few future generations can bear the injustice Kong Ming suffered back then."
Yang Yiqing paused slightly, then walked out without saying anything.
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