Before the conferment of the title, various ministers of the court began to come to the palace to give advice. They asked to see Shang Rui one after another, wagging their lips and talking.
Ministers are all lobbying for their own power in the court, fighting factions, or suppressing political opponents.
Obviously, no one will pay attention to Xiao Yuan. What everyone pays attention to is the official position he is going to be appointed to, General Duwuwei.
The emperor Shang Rui was a person who had no decision to make. He quickly made changes to the edict while swinging back and forth.
This change was not just once, but many times. It was not completely finalized until the night before the conferment ceremony.
On this day, the empire went to court early, hundreds of officials entered the palace, and armed leaders from all over the country also entered the palace one after another.
People are waiting for this conferment.
When Shangrui walked to the dragon throne, everyone knelt on the ground and shouted in unison: "I am here to see your majesty, long live my emperor, long live long live—"
"Everyone is safe."
"Thank you, Your Majesty——"
People stood up and stood on the left and right sides. At this time, Shang Rui also said straight to the point: "Declaration of the decree."
"No." An attendant responded, bent down and took the golden silk respectfully, then faced everyone in the hall, unfolded it, and read aloud:
"The traitor Wu Yuan went against heaven and brought trouble to the world! Troops were raised from all over the country to suppress and kill the rebels. It took several months to finally put an end to the war. Now that the rebels have been eliminated, all the ministers have made great contributions to the country. I will also comment on it. Rewards for meritorious deeds..."
After reading this, the attendant paused for a moment and then said:
"Ren, Zhong Bai is the general of Zhenwu, with a salary of two thousand dan, a silver seal and a green ribbon..."
"My lord, thank you for your kindness!" Zhong Bai quickly came out of the queue and knelt down to say.
He was the first one to be awarded the title of General of Zhenwu, a dignified second-grade man. He was not just a title. With his merits and family background, he deserved it. No matter how much the ministers talked, they could not touch him. .
"Ren, Yu Anmin is the Marquis of Anyang..."
"My lord, thank you for your kindness——" Yu Anmin was very excited. This time, he really got a big advantage in quelling the chaos and was made a marquis.
"Ren, Li Xiaowei is the right guard Zhonglang general..."
"Ren, Fang Tong is a Polu general..."
"Ren, You Jian is the general of Duwuwei..."
When the attendant read a name, one of them came out and knelt down. In just a short moment, a large number of people were already kneeling in the palace.
When he thought of General Du Wuwei, Zhong Bai knelt down and couldn't help turning his head to look at Xiao Yuan.
Because with his ability, he had learned some information before, but now his official position has changed.
The attendants above continued to recite, and the people in the palace also came out to kneel one by one. After a while, it was Xiao Yuan's turn.
"Ren, Xiao Yuan is the governor of Qinzhou..."
What! ? Hearing this, Zhong Bai's eyes suddenly widened with disbelief on his face. More importantly, he felt worthless for Xiao Yuan!
At that time, there was no governor. Strictly speaking, the post of governor was more like a governor. On the contrary, it would also be used in special places, such as Qinzhou.
This official is the highest chief executive of a state and has jurisdiction over several counties and counties. If divided by administrative regions, it is more equivalent to a current province, but smaller than a province.
But everyone knows where Qinzhou is. This is the border of the empire, a bitter and cold place, and people are as poor as anything. Once you get there, you will never be able to get promoted again in your life.
Historically, no official wanted to go there.
In the empire at that time, being moved to Qinzhou was equivalent to being demoted in disguise.
Zhong Bai felt aggrieved for Xiao Yuan, while Yu Anmin raised the corners of his mouth and smiled sinisterly and happily.
But Xiao Yuan, the person involved, did not change his expression and responded in a serious voice: "My lord, thank you for your kindness!"
At this time, the attendant also finished reading the edict and respectfully handed the golden silk brocade back to Shang Rui.
"Okay." The latter waved his hand: "Everyone, please get back on your feet."
"Thank you, Your Majesty—" People shouted in unison, and they were all quite satisfied with the official position they had been granted. Only Zhong Bai said anxiously: "Your Majesty!"
"Well? What else does Zhong Qing have to do?" Shang Rui raised his eyebrows in confusion.
Zhong Bai said: "Your Majesty will reward you based on your merits. Those who put down the chaos in various places will receive grace. However, Xiao Yuan has outstanding military exploits. He not only defeated Yue City and guarded Liu City in the previous battle of the ghost clan, but also rescued the Holy Driver. Plan Establishing the capital, capturing the leader of the bandits alive, and clearing out the rebels. With all the things going on here, why did your Majesty demote him to be the governor of Qinzhou?"
"Hey?" Shang Rui waved his hand and said: "The governor of Qinzhou, an important position in the state and county, how can he be demoted? It is because of Xiao Yuan's contribution that I gave him this official position. Is Zhong Qing questioning me? ?"
When he said this, Zhong Bai could only say quickly: "I don't dare to do this."
"Is there anything else going on with Zhong Qing?"
"But……"
Zhong Bai still wanted to fight for Xiao Yuan, but at this time, Prime Minister Dong Hua stood up, raised his hands and said: "Your Majesty, I think that although Qinzhou is bitter and cold, Xiao Yuan is the best candidate for the prefect of this place."
As he spoke, he looked at Zhong Bai and asked with a smile: "Does General Zhong think Xiao Yuan is not qualified to be the governor of Qinzhou?"
"This!" Before Zhong Bai could speak, Lu Bolin stood up again, raised his hands and said: "Your Majesty, what the Prime Minister said makes sense. Since Xiao Yuan is so good at fighting, staying in the capital is really an insult to his talents. Qinzhou has been repeatedly invaded by the Western Rong. In this situation, if he is appointed as the prefect, he should make full use of his talents."
"That's good." Shang Rui nodded and said, "It is my well-thought-out decision to appoint Xiao Yuan as the prefect of Qinzhou. Zhong Qing doesn't need to say more."
After saying that, he also looked at Xiao Yuan: "Xiao Yuan, are you willing?"
"Of course." Xiao Yuan said without hesitation: "Your Majesty has great kindness. After I take office, I must be self-restrained and diligent, govern Qinzhou well, retreat from Xirong, and defend our country."
After saying that, he added: "It's just that my old subordinates, can they go to Qinzhou with me?"
Now Xiao Yuan, after quelling the chaos, has only about 2,000 troops left. What can 2,000 people do? Shang Rui agreed directly without even thinking about it.
"Thank you, Your Majesty." Xiao Yuan quickly thanked him.
At this time, the conferment of the title was over, and Shang Rui had no intention of going to court anymore, because the beauties in the harem were still waiting for him.
He couldn't wait to say: "My lords, if you still have something to do, please retreat from the court if you have nothing to do. I'm a little tired..."
"I respectfully send you your Majesty——"
After Shang Rui left the court meeting hall, people began to come out in twos and threes. Many people were smiling, obviously very satisfied with the conferment.
On the side of Prime Minister Dong Hua, Yu Anmin followed him with a shy smile and said: "My mentor's action is indeed extraordinary. Xiao Yuan is appointed as the prefect of Qinzhou, and his career is over."
"Huh?" Dong Hua waved his hand and said calmly: "Xiao Yuan is a commoner. Even if I don't advise him, I guess General Wuwei will not fall on him. In addition, Lu Bolin's performance today really impressed me. What a surprise, isn’t Xiao Yuan his?”
On Lu Bolin's side, some officials who were flattering him came forward and said with a sneer:
"Shuai Lu went to the palace yesterday to ask for an audience with His Majesty. It seems to have worked. Now Xiao Yuan has been demoted to Qinzhou and is dead!"
