Speaking of Qi Yu, he was sitting upright in the capital hall abiding by his duties, looking like he was hardworking and uncomplaining.
Just to show off...
Qi Yu naturally knew that he was not qualified to accompany the leaders to inspect their work, so he just had to do his job well.
In addition, you should be extremely vigilant early, so as not to be caught by the leader.
Just as he was pretending to check the files carefully, he suddenly saw a government servant running over anxiously.
With quick hands and feet, he grabbed Qi Dalang and ran away, giving unclear explanations.
What?
Sir Zhang, the Minister of War, wants to see me by name?
What's the matter?
have no idea?
Facing the clueless government officials, Qi Yu felt a little hesitant.
From a superficial point of view, it is very strange and unreasonable for a minister-level official to meet with a seventh-grade official by name!
What are you looking for?
Is it a warning? Or a compliment?
I can’t guess it at the moment!
Regardless, it is a blessing, not a curse, but a curse that cannot be avoided.
Face it calmly.
After a while, we arrived at the racecourse.
After seeing the ceremony, Qi Yu walked up to Zhang Chengdong with a relaxed appearance but alert inside, and said respectfully: "Master Shangshu sent someone to summon the officials to come. What are your orders?"
"Oh...are you Qi Yu?"
"Sir, yes!"
Zhang Chengdong said kindly: "Before, I briefly met you once when I was summoned to the Golden Palace. Now, several months have passed and I almost didn't recognize you."
These opening remarks were quite gentle, without any harshness at all.
However, Qi Yu was confused.
Under normal circumstances, shouldn't it be the posture of being arrogant and looking down?
How did you become approachable?
Could it be that there is some reason for this?
really!
Zhang Chengdong chuckled and said, "I have no other intention of looking for you this time. I just want to thank you in person for your past achievements."
grateful? Return the merit?
Where to start?
As soon as these words came out, everyone's hearts were filled with question marks.
Qi Yu also looked stunned when he heard this, and didn't know how to answer for a moment.
However, Lao Shangshu gave a relevant explanation in his next words.
"Last year, you presented the wolf-toothed sword to the imperial court through Governor Lu. After I got the blueprint, I immediately sent my subordinates to build a test product overnight. After testing, it was found that the power of this sword is huge and indeed extraordinary."
After a pause, Zhang Chengdong continued: "Because it was my strong recommendation, my emperor also paid attention to it and ordered the Ministry of Industry to build batches overnight, thinking that our army's front line was in urgent need... In this year's several battles with Japanese pirates, , this Quan has shown great power, severely defeating the Fusang bandits several times, and within a few months, there have been successive successes!..."
"Yesterday, when I went to the front line to reward the army, the Minister of Rites came back and said that just over a month ago, our army had a fierce general named Qi Jing. He took the lead and fought bravely to kill the enemy. In the end, he killed the enemy chief and slaughtered more than 20,000 enemy invaders. , five thousand people were captured alive. This is the greatest victory we have ever achieved since our great anti-Japanese war. The Holy Emperor was so happy that he held a banquet for all the ministers last night. During this period, he specially rewarded all the members of our military department. Well, today I mentioned you by the way."
I see!
It is indeed an exciting and happy event!
Regarding the Ministry of Rites going south to reward the army, I had heard Yin Jun talk about it before, but I didn't expect that another great victory would come with it.
What was even more unexpected was that his old friend Qi Jing actually killed the enemy chief and achieved such immortal feats.
He is indeed an iron-blooded good man!
Well done!
Qi Yu's blood boiled when he heard this, and he couldn't help but gear up, as if he was the one going to the battlefield.
…
After a moment of rest, Zhang Chengdong said: "To elaborate, in this great cause of resisting Japanese aggression, you still have a small contribution."
Small credit?
Oh, yes, yes, isn’t it all the leaders who have the credit?
It's already nice to have your own name mentioned.
There's nothing wrong with that.
Qi Yu also quickly replied: "The Fusang thieves are ruthless and have killed countless compatriots of our clan. However, all our Chinese people hate them to the core. I will do my best to help the three armies. That’s what it should be.”
Zhang Chengdong nodded and said: "Well, you have some moral character! Since you have merit, I will not treat you badly. Let's do this. I will take appropriate care of your official examination this year."
Um? Just these?
However, Qi Yu still said a few words of gratitude that were not painful: "Thank you, Lord Shangshu..."
Next, there were all kinds of praises and echoes from colleagues.
Zhang Chengdong smiled and suddenly asked Qi Yu: "I heard that you are a very knowledgeable person, is that true?"
Look at this question.
How to answer?
Qi Yu could only say humbly: "It's just some rumors, not a lot of things. I'm still a young scholar and I definitely don't dare to live up to this prestigious reputation."
"You don't have to be humble!" Zhang Chengdong interrupted him and said: "Before you got the Jinshi, there were a lot of rumors about you in the capital. I heard from people on the street that you are not only good at literary talent, but also good at writing. He is proficient in arithmetic, painting skills, and even weapons, etc. His knowledge is extensive."
This is a typical promotion!
What's the purpose?
As the saying goes, anyone who shows courtesy for nothing is either a traitor or a thief.
This time, Qi Dalang guessed correctly.
"Since you are so knowledgeable, I will give you a test." After that, Zhang Chengdong pointed to the horses in the racecourse and asked: "Although our Dafeng Dynasty has many soldiers and generals, the horses are not strong. The improvement of horses is a problem." It has been unable to be solved for a long time, Qi Yu, do you have any idea about this?"
Rhetoric?
It seems not that simple...
After all, Qi Yu has been an official for almost a month, so we can still figure out the meaning.
Let's start with the fact that although he donated the wolf's teeth and the imperial court benefited from it, all the credit must go to the Minister of War, and he can only get a meaningless reward. Just verbal praise.
Now that the old minister had tasted the sweetness, he actually took the initiative to come over and ask.
This should be the purpose of his inspection.
Putting aside these prejudices, Qi Yu really had some insights as far as the question he asked was concerned.
Let's not go into detail, just the "Horse Theory" written by Zhao Mingyu is enough to explain the problem.
It's just that Mr. Zhao is frustrated now and doesn't bother to show off.
Of course, even if he wanted to show off, he probably wouldn't be able to attract others' attention. The reason is that he is a demoted official. He is like a prisoner who has been assigned to prison. He has no future or use value.
That's too far.
Now Master Shangshu asked, what should I answer? Still not answering?
After thinking about it, Qi Yu came to the conclusion that he would not answer.
In other words, it's not that I don't answer, but that I can't answer.
Why?
Just imagine, if you had such a lofty talk in person, wouldn't it prove that you are better than Si Qing and Shao Qing? Where do you want them to put their face?
Therefore, if you answer it, you will offend others.
If the answer is wrong, it will attract ridicule and ridicule from everyone.
Therefore, cannot answer!
Of course, in order to avoid the harshness of his words, Qi Yu had no choice but to use a more artistic expression: "Returning to Master Shangshu, for such a big issue of this level, you should listen more to the opinions of Master Siqing and Master Shaoqing. The official's current position is that of chief secretary, and he is not qualified to talk about the affairs of the horse government. The Master said: If you are not in your position, you will not seek political affairs. Therefore, the official cannot answer this question."
As soon as he finished speaking, the Second Minister of Xingtaipu Temple gave Qi Yu a thumbs up: Boy, that's well said!
However, to Zhang Chengdong, it had a different meaning.
Not in his position, not in charge of his affairs?
what do you mean?
Do you have something in mind but don't want to tell me?
Thinking of this, Lao Shangshu snorted angrily, threw up his sleeves angrily and left.
Um?
The remaining officers all looked puzzled and didn't know why.
what happened?
Master Shangshu was fine just now, why did he suddenly become angry in the blink of an eye?
Lord Si Qing was the first to come to his senses and hurriedly chased after him. Before leaving, he glared at Qi Yu hatefully.
Qi Yu was also confused: Why are you staring at me? What did I say?
