After Yang Yuan was instigated by Qin Hui to visit Zhao Ding's mansion at night to inquire about information, but Fu Tianpeng exposed it on the spot, Zhao Ding was angry and thought about the matter carefully, feeling that this gave him a good opportunity to promote talents for the imperial court.
On the morning of the next day, Zhao Ding went to the palace to meet the emperor. He briefly described to Emperor Gaozong the preparations of the navy along the river, and then submitted a memorial to Han Shizhong requesting the imperial court to requisition grain and grass. After reading the memorial, Emperor Gaozong said to the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty: "The army has not moved, and the food and grass have to go first. Whether the transportation is timely is related to the success or failure of the battle, so this is a matter of great responsibility. I don't know which beloved minister can be ordered to do a good job in supervising the situation." Fundraising matters.”
After Emperor Gaozong glanced around the court, the birds in the Golden Palace were silent. Seeing this scene, Emperor Gaozong couldn't help but sigh: "It is about the safety of the country. You are eating the emperor's salary, don't you want to share my worries?"
At this time, a person responded: "I am willing to go." Emperor Gaozong followed the voice and looked down. The person who answered was none other than Qin Hui, the political advisor. Gaozong Longyan was very happy and repeatedly praised Duke Hui of Qin for his loyalty to the country.
When Emperor Gaozong wanted to entrust Qin Hui with important tasks, Prime Minister Zhao Ding immediately stood up and opposed it. Zhao Ding said: "Your Majesty, Mr. Qin has never experienced military service. If he is easily entrusted with the important task of grain supervision officer, I am afraid that everyone will be dissatisfied."
When Qin Hui saw Zhao Ding obstructing him, he immediately prostrated himself in the palace. He kowtowed as if pounding garlic, and said to Emperor Gaozong with tears streaming down his face: "I am lucky enough to have returned from the north, and I am always thinking of ways to help you and the country. In the past, there were many criticisms of me, and some people even accused me of being a spy of the Jin Kingdom. I am dignified. Loyalty can be shown by the sun and the moon. This military expedition is an opportunity to wash away the grievances. I hope that the Holy Spirit will grant my request."
Emperor Gaozong broke his head when he saw Qin Hui communicating with him in tears. He turned around and looked at Zhao Ding with a smile in his eyes. Zhao Ding saw that the Holy One was interceding for Qin Hui, but he could not disobey the Holy Spirit. He suggested that capable officers be sent to follow Qin Hui to escort the troops.
Gaozong adopted Zhao Ding's suggestion, but at present, good generals who are good at recruiting and fighting are still responsible for the defense of the capital. The vanguard officer who escorted the grain and fodder was really unable to find a suitable candidate. Seeing this good opportunity, Qin Hui turned his rat-eyed eyes a few times and then recommended Wang Boxiang, the eldest son of the imperial censor Wang Ciweng, to the emperor.
If Qin Hui is indeed famous for being cunning and cunning, why didn't he recommend his son Qin Xi? This not only established a fair and selfless image for himself in the hearts of the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty, but also made the censor Wang Ciweng appreciate his benefits. More importantly, it reassured Gaozong that I am not a clique.
After listening to Qin Hui's story, Gaozong nodded. He then asked Qin Hui about Wang Boxiang's situation. Qin Hui, with his red mouth and white teeth, praised Wang Boxiu's various benefits in front of Emperor Gaozong and the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty. He is a talented young man with both civil and military skills. He is a talented young man. Use your words of praise on him without hesitation.
When Wang Cienweng saw Qin Hui recommending his son, an imperceptible evil smile appeared on his face. At this time, Yang Yuan threw out the promise to Prime Minister Zhao last night. With a flattering look on his face, he extended his thumb and waggled his lips and tongue along with Qin Hui.
As soon as Qin Hui stood up to support Wang Boxiang, the flatterers in the court gathered in support. Gaozong smiled and said: "All the Aiqings have praised Wang Boxiu, so I will write and appoint Wang Boxiu as a pioneer officer to accompany Qin Aiqing to escort the grain and grass."
Zhao Ding frowned. He looked at the sycophants standing with him in the Jinluan Palace, and the anger in his heart erupted like a volcano. He sternly scolded: "Shut up, you slanderers are simply ruining the country and ruining the country."
Faced with Zhao Ding's wrathful scolding, the palace, which had been bustling just now, became calm as if the sea had receded. From Emperor Gaozong to the ministers, everyone looked at Zhao Ding with wide eyes. Qin Hui stood behind Zhao Ding. He bent over and stared at him with green eyes, as if he had eaten Zhao Ding.
Zhao Ding paid no attention to what was happening around him. He just stared directly at the palace, and then told Gaozong in a rich voice that Wang Boxiang had failed in his behavior and could not be entrusted with big responsibilities. As soon as these words came out, the censor Wang Ciweng immediately shrank into a corner and remained silent. Some of the ministers who had praised Wang Boxiang so much before also retreated to the back one by one.
At this moment, only Qin Hui still kept a straight face and asked Zhao Ding in a joking tone, where did Wang Boxiu offend the prime minister?
Faced with Qin Hui's words questioning his own moral character, Zhao Ding became furious. He immediately responded to what Qin Hui had just said, and told Gaozong and the officials that Wang Boxiang had set up a card at the city gate a few days ago to ask for entry fees from the people coming and going. Not only did he exploit the people in various ways, but he also made fun of a civilian girl.
When Zhao Ding recounted Wang Boxiang's scandalous behavior, Gaozong, who was sitting on the dragon chair, looked increasingly uglier. After Zhao Ding finished talking about these things, Qin Hui stood up. He admitted the matter directly and told Zhao Ding that the idea of charging the city entry fee was all his instructions.
Qin Hui took the initiative to take responsibility for the crime, which surprised Zhao Ding. Because private tax increases will easily trigger civil unrest. Qin Hui dared to take the blame for such a serious crime, which shows that he was excusing others. And this person is self-evidently the current Emperor Gaozong.
Zhao Ding thought to himself: "Even though I can't find fault with the Holy Father, since Qin Hui took the initiative to plead guilty, I can use this opportunity to impeach him."
Zhao Ding first quoted Mencius, the Yasheng, who said "the people are the most important, the country is second, and the king is the least" and Liu Zongyuan's "tyranny is fiercer than the tiger" to reprimand Qin Hui for his absurd behavior. He angrily asked Qin Hui, who was also a man of poetry and literature, why he had no sympathy for the people. Moreover, before the disgrace of Jingkang was over, he did things that made the people of the Southern Dynasties miserable. This was simply handing over the country to the Jin people. "
After Qin Hui listened to Zhao Ding's impassioned speech, he immediately attacked Zhao Ding with words. He snorted coldly, and then asked Zhao Ding with a contemptuous smile: "Excuse me, Mr. Zhao, what do you keep saying about Xuejingkang's shame? Then I ask you, now that the Jin people occupy the northern rivers and mountains, they are still looking at you. With the land in the south of the Yangtze River, if military expenditures are not increased, then once the war breaks out,
Who will shoulder the responsibility of protecting the environment and the people?
Qin Hui's sophistry completely angered Zhao Ding. He directly denounced Qin Hui's actions as unhelpful and self-destructive. If the imperial court loses the trust of the people, its own people will conquer Lin'an without the need for Jin soldiers to come.
As soon as Zhao Ding finished speaking, Qin Hui sneered several times. He ridiculed Zhao Ding for his scholarly attitude, and if any common people complained, he would send them to Lin'an Mansion. Zhao Ding scolded Qin Hui for doing harm to the country, but Qin Hui found reasons to fight back.
The two of them started to argue with each other in the court hall. Emperor Gaozong was so angry that his face changed color. He yelled at the two men: "We are all ministers in important positions. How can we behave like shrews and scold each other in the court?"
After Gaozong Longyan was furious, both Zhao Ding and Qin Hui fell silent. After a while, Gaozong first said to Zhao Ding: "My dear, I don't know the truth behind what you just said. It's just that the war has been going on for many years, and there is no time to rest and recuperate."
Zhao Ding is a smart man, and he knows that the Holy Emperor is hinting that he should not hold on to this matter. Therefore, he changed his approach and advised Gaozong to reduce agricultural and business taxes, reward farming and war, and stimulate production. Only in this way can national strength be accumulated.
Emperor Gaozong asked Zhao Ding to formulate national policies and then implement them through discussions in the court. As for the current selection of talents, Gaozong asked Zhao Ding if there was anyone suitable?
Zhao Ding knew that this was a balancing act played by the Holy Emperor. Since he could not confront Qin Hui, he could only contribute to the national examination. After meeting Fu Tianpeng and Zhao Xueqing, Zhao Ding deeply felt their chivalrous spirit and enthusiasm for serving the country and the people. This time, the war between Jin and Song Dynasties was imminent, and the actions of the two knights were recognized by Zhao Ding. He believed that such heroes should live in temples, share the worries of the saints, and serve the court.
Seeing that Zhao Ding was deep in thought, Emperor Gaozong asked again. At this time, Zhao Ding woke up from his dream. He quickly informed Gaozong that he had brought the talents and they were waiting for the order in the palace. After hearing this, Emperor Gaozong quickly asked the deacons and eunuchs Xuan Fu Tianpeng and Zhao Xueqing to meet him.
Fu Tianpeng and Zhao Xueqing came to the Jinluan Hall, and they knelt down and kowtowed to greet the Holy Ann. Gaozong asked the two of them to level up. After taking a closer look at their appearance, he couldn't help but nod. He said to Zhao Ding: "Zhao Aiqing is indeed very discerning, and these two knights are indeed extraordinary heroes."
After Zhao Ding told the emperor the details of the two knights' origins, Emperor Gaozong was overjoyed again. He smiled and said: "It turns out that the two knights are heroes, so it's no wonder."
Because of Prime Minister Zhao's recommendation, his own talents and knowledge, and the reputation of Fu Cha and the Changjig Gang, Emperor Gaozong was very fond of Fu Tianpeng and Zhao Xueqing, and he would issue an edict to confer official titles on them.
Gaozong was about to issue an edict, but Qin Hui stepped forward to dissuade him. He turned his eyes strangely and said with insinuations: "Your Majesty, the origins of these two people are unknown. If they are given official titles based on Mr. Zhao's one-sided words, people outside will definitely say that the imperial court has unknown knowledge. Furthermore, they He has not yet achieved any merit, and no one in the civil and military dynasties knows whether his talent is worthy of a big job. This is difficult to convince the public.
After listening to Qin Hui's words, Zhao Ding said to him: "Master Qin, are you blind or deaf? I have just explained the deeds of the two young heroes to the Holy One. What do you mean by making such trouble?"
Qin Hui chuckled and said to Zhao Ding: "Master Zhao, the truth is that gold is not afraid of fire. Since you keep saying how powerful these two knights are? Then do you dare to let them show their skills in front of all the ministers? ?”
Zhao Ding knew that Qin Hui was still evil and wanted to secretly let his son Qin Xi and Wang Ciweng's son Wang Boxiang go to the front army to make contributions. He was secretly happy in his heart, Qin Hui, this is your own choice. If the result is not satisfactory, you can't blame others. Thinking of this, Zhao Ding proposed to open a martial arts field so that those who aspired to serve as pioneer officers could win the championship through martial arts.
