"Prime Minister Zhao!" The respectful greeting pulled Zhao Pu out of his trance.
When he looked up, he saw that it was Lu Mengzheng, the Minister of Punishment, maintaining a low-key and humble posture while maintaining a salute. Seeing this rising star in the central officialdom, Zhao Pu came back to his senses and showed a smile: "It's a holy skill! No courtesy!"
Due to his responsible performance before and after the Lu case, this young minister of the Ministry of Justice received a lot of recognition. His position in the Ministry of Justice gradually stabilized, and he also established a foothold in the central government, becoming an eye-catching new political star.
Zhao Pu was quite certain about his ability, but he did not have too much contact with him or use him for his own use. After all, this was someone promoted by Emperor Liu himself, and it was inconvenient for him to interfere.
Looking at the extraordinary Lu Mengzheng, Zhao Pu asked casually: "Are you going to see the driver?"
Noticing that Zhao Pu was staring at the memorial in his hand, Lu Mengzheng did not hide it, nodded and said: "A new batch of criminal officials have arrived in Beijing. After verification, the crimes are correct, and they will be sent to the table for execution!"
Upon hearing this, Zhao Pu couldn't help but frowned: "This is the third batch, right! Is the review of Dali Temple over?"
"Yes!" Lu Mengzheng nodded.
Zhao Pu immediately said: "Why didn't Murong Chengde report it? Instead, you, the Minister of Justice, were put in charge. Is this in line with the imperial system?"
Hearing this, Lu Mengzheng's heart tightened, something strange flashed across his face, and he whispered a far-fetched reason: "Qing Murong Si is ill!"
In response, Zhao Pu opened his mouth, but did not bother about it anymore, and asked again: "How many people are in this group!"
"118 people in total!"
"Go ahead!" Zhao Pu showed no expression on his face and moved out of the way.
Seeing this, Lu Mengzheng saluted again: "I'm going to resign!"
After saying that, he walked toward Chongzheng Hall with small steps. Looking at Lu Mengzheng's back, Zhao Pu sighed, there are hundreds of people, hundreds of bureaucrats, hundreds of lives again.
Zhao Pu couldn't help but think deeply. The reason why His Majesty has not made a final decision on the central personnel adjustment is because he wants to wait for the Lu case to be completely concluded? If this is the case, it does not seem incomprehensible.
However, looking at Lu Mengzheng walking away, Zhao Pu frowned again subconsciously. This person is actually a capable person, and His Majesty also values it very much. Could he be of great use?
But this idea was quickly given up. After all, it was not twenty years ago. Your Majesty still prefers veterans. Even if you value Lu Mengzheng, he still has a long way to go. His qualifications are shallow and his foundation is not strong. Without sufficient local experience and not even experience as a local Taoist priest, how could he possibly enter the political hall...
What about Xin Zhongfu? It seems reasonable that this person plays a big role in the Lu case and serves as the Minister of Punishment...
Wang Pu, he has been ill during this period. There should be changes, and the political affairs hall must be supplemented by new candidates.
Zhao Kuangyi, this person has become more and more silent recently, something is wrong.
...
Zhao Pu spent the whole day in thinking. Even when he returned home in the evening, he was still worried about gains and losses. Perhaps it is because he is getting older and his energy is running out. Zhao Pu is no longer as busy as he used to be, often working late into the night without even realizing it.
In Kaifeng in winter, the chill is getting heavier and the air seems a bit heavier. The cold moon is dull and the wind is blowing. However, the Prime Minister's Mansion is still as stable as a mountain and the lights are bright.
As soon as we got out of the car, the concierge greeted us enthusiastically, with a smile on his face: "We sincerely welcome your husband back home!"
"Yeah!" Zhao Pu responded calmly. Seeing his excited expression, he asked, "What makes you so happy?"
The steward led the way and said with a smile: "Ya Nei is back!"
The yamen that the steward was referring to was naturally his eldest son Zhao Chengzong. As the son of Zhao Pu, his career was naturally very secure. He had been working as an official outside the country before.
Zhao Pu was well aware of the return of his eldest son. After all, it was his arrangement. Therefore, he simply nodded and ordered: "Let him meet me in the study!"
Zhao Pu's study room is still very exquisitely decorated. Of course, the largest collection of books is all kinds of books. Zhao Pu's academic achievements have always been criticized and have always been ignored, but in fact, in private, he was very studious and read all the year round. In terms of writing poems and lyrics, he may not be very good, but his understanding of the classics and history is absolutely outstanding. No less than anyone else, what he is better at is applying what he has learned.
Before Zhao Chengzong arrived, keeping the past
It was his habit to take out a volume of "Kaibao General Classification" to read. Emperor Liu often read this all-encompassing general classic of the Han Dynasty, let alone him, and so far, he has only read more than 500 volumes.
Soon, Zhao Chengzong came inside to pay homage. Zhao Pu did not say anything, but looked at him silently. Such gaze made Zhao Chengzong subconsciously put away his relaxed smile and slowly lowered his head.
After a long time, Zhao Pu asked: "When did you arrive in Beijing?"
Zhao Chengzong quickly replied: "The time has passed."
"Have you gone to the Ministry of Civil Affairs to report on your work?" Zhao Pu asked again.
At this time, Zhao Chengzong's face changed slightly and his voice lowered: "Not yet!"
Hearing this, Zhao Pu immediately scolded him sternly: "You are a foreign official. When you return to Beijing, you don't go to the Ministry of Personnel first, but instead go back to the Prime Minister's Office. Isn't this true?"
Zhao Chengzong opened his mouth. He really didn't dare to offend his father's majesty, so he could only admit his mistake: "It was my son's negligence. I will go to the official department tomorrow!"
Seeing his attitude, Zhao Pu's nameless anger had just subsided a little, and he sighed softly: "Although your official position is not high, you can't help but hear about the turmoil in the court in the past six months. The letter I sent you, you Could it be that you didn't pay attention to it? Although it is a trivial matter, it is not even a mistake, but at this moment, it is a handle, a shortcoming that others can attack!
You won't be like those mediocre people who foolishly think that if Lu Duoxun falls, my Zhao family will dominate this court! Don’t you know how taboo such rumors are? "
Hearing what Zhao Pu said, Zhao Chengzong's expression changed sharply and he immediately said, "You must have lost your guard!"
Zhao Pu said seriously: "Others are just that. They are outsiders after all. You are my eldest son! Those who want to see my joke are probably staring at your brothers. How can you be careless!"
"My father's teachings will be remembered by my son and he will not dare to do it again!" Zhao Chengzong said solemnly.
The conversation between father and son unfolded in this tense and depressing atmosphere.
After Zhao Pu let go, Zhao Chengzong was able to sit down and deal with it. He looked at his old father's gloomy and serious face and became a little more worried: "I was in Huazhou and heard that the situation in Beijing was tense, but I didn't expect that it was already so serious. !”
Obviously, Zhao Chengzong is not a fool. From Zhao Pu's words, you can feel that it is unusual. After hearing what he said, Zhao Pu stared at him for a while and said: "Don't get involved in Beijing's affairs. Be your own official and do your own thing!"
It's easy to say it, but how can we not show concern? After all, father and son are connected and share the same blood. After hesitating for a moment, Zhao Chengzong still responded obediently.
Zhao Chengzong is over thirty years old, but so far, he is only a magistrate of Baima County. Although he belongs to Wang County and is a prefecture and county, as the son of the current prime minister, he still seems a bit low. Even now that the bureaucratic class is becoming increasingly solidified, there are still many younger county-level officials. Therefore, among the powerful children, Zhao Chengzong's position is very "mediocre."
Seeing that his eldest son was so obedient, Zhao Pu's mood improved a bit, and then he said: "I won't hide it from you. It's my intention to call you back to the capital this time. I will have another appointment for you!"
"You should obey your father's orders!" Zhao Chengzong said.
"At your age, there are many children of the royal family who have held important posts in the state capital or even higher positions. You must be feeling aggrieved to have been the county magistrate for so many years!" Zhao Pu said calmly.
Faced with such a problem, even if he had thoughts in his heart, Zhao Chengzong did not dare to say anything. He could only express humbly: "My son has little talent and little virtue. It is not enough to govern a county, let alone a state!"
"You don't mean what you say!" Zhao Pu immediately pointed out: "I have seen your political service to the people in Baima, and your official reputation is good. Not to mention how great your achievements are, at least they are quite satisfactory!"
"Father, thank you!" Zhao Chengzong felt more relaxed.
With another sigh, Zhao Pu said directly: "Get ready. After debriefing, you will go to Chuzhou to take up the post. Your new arrangement is to know Chuzhou!"
Zhao Chengzong was overjoyed when he heard this, but when he saw Zhao Pu's always serious expression, he suppressed it and cupped his hands and said: "I should obey the imperial court's instructions, but I still need my father's teachings!"
"I hope you can maintain this humility and not just show it to me!" Zhao paused for a moment before saying.
Without giving him any explanation, Zhao Pu explained: "Chuzhou is the center of canal transshipment, an important place for water transportation, southeastern finance and taxation, and a major
Departments are transferred here, and business trips from the north to the south are also transferred here. Therefore, transportation is the top priority in Chuzhou. You need to work closely with the southeast transfer to avoid any mistakes.
In addition, Chuzhou is where the Huaihe River and the canal meet. The river network has its own strengths and weaknesses. The Huaihe River has never been truly calm in recent years. Although Wang Yanguogong restored Hongze Lake and dug the Guishan Canal, it has been a long time and he still cannot relax in the matters of water conservancy irrigation, flood control and flood discharge!
Do these two things well and maintain your political style in Baima County, and Chuzhou will be safe! "
"Yes!" Zhao Chengzong listened carefully to Zhao Pu's explanation. After memorizing it, he bowed respectfully and solemnly replied: "I understand, thank you father for your teaching!"
Although Zhao Pu refused to let him take care of it, Zhao Chengzong couldn't help but be concerned: "Father, you are so worried. Is the situation in the DPRK really so embarrassing?"
Chapter 135 Zhao Family Father and Son
