Of course Wang Xiaolie would not recruit Fan Zongyin. Although most of his comrades were dissatisfied, they were peace-minded officials who did not agree with Wang Xiaolie's political views. But Qin Hui didn't want to believe it, so he immediately sent an inquiry to Dengzhou in the name of Zhengshitang.
Before Deng Zhou replied, Chen Qiudao had already arrived at Xiangyang Mansion.
Chen Qiudao went to the palace in place of Wang Xiaolie, representing Wang Xiaolie's face, and the court also gave him a grand reception. Deputy Privy Envoy Han Xiaozhou personally led the civil and military ministers out of the city to greet him and gave him a royal banquet. Prime Ministers Lu Yihao and Qin Hui personally accompanied him.
There was a lot of wine and wine at the banquet, and all the ministers left happily, but they all deliberately avoided meaningful topics. The ministers in the court did not ask why Wang Xiaolie did not come, and Chen Qiudao did not explain it. They all seemed to know it.
In the evening, Chen Qiudao went to the inn and took a short rest.
There was a knock on the door, and Chen Qiudao opened his eyes and said, "Come in."
The door opened a crack, and Xu Zun's figure flashed in. Qianqian handed over to Chen Qiudao: "I have seen the staff officer in my humble position!"
Chen Qiudao nodded slightly and asked: "How is Xiangyang City lately? How does the court plan to deal with matters concerning me, especially?"
Xu Zundao said: "The imperial court was particularly angry that the counselor came to see the emperor instead of Xuanfu. But they had no choice but to pinch their noses and endure it. Especially the officials were very angry when Xuanfu did not come and vowed to kill Xuanfu. Come on. Qin Hui is not particularly angry, but he has more contacts with the Kingdom of Jin. For the staff to come, the court's strategy is to entertain them openly and not talk about the actual things. "
Chen Qiudao nodded, sighed and said, "It's already good to be able to entertain you openly."
Xu Zundao: "There was another incident recently that made Qin Hui particularly vigilant."
Chen Qiudao asked: "What's the matter?"
Xu Zundao: "There is a land dispute between Zhang Chi's family in Dengzhou and Chen Yi. This Chen Yi is the uncle of former prime minister Fan Zongyin. Qin Hui is worried that if Fan Zongyin is recruited by Xuan Fu, his followers will follow him to Luoyang. Originally, the magistrate of Rang County made a direct decision. , it was judged that Chen Yi should not compete with Zhang Yan. However, Qin Hui sent a letter to Dengzhou in the name of Zhengshitang, asking for a retrial, favoring Chen Yi. Dengzhou has not replied yet, and I don’t know how it will be dealt with. "
Chen Qiudao said: "With Deng Tan's personality, Xuan Fu's words may not be effective, let alone Qin Hui? Don't worry too much about this matter."
After reporting some minor matters, Xu Zun resigned.
Chen Qiudao said: "In the future, unless there is something big, you don't have to come to my place. If you come too many, you may not be seen by which pair of eyes."
Xu Zun obeyed and retreated.
Chen Qiudao stood up and looked out the window with his hands behind his back.
It is mid-spring, and under the bright moon in the sky, all kinds of flowers are blooming in full bloom.
Xiangyang is also famous for its peonies. The peonies in the garden outside are in full bloom. Huge flowers, with colors of red, pink, purple, yellow or white, are bathed in the moonlight. Looking out from the window, it is a bright scene, unlike the human world.
Chen Qiudao couldn't grasp Wang Xiaolie's thoughts. However, regardless of whether Wang Xiaolie wanted to rebel or not, the arrow was ready and had to be launched. According to what Wang Xiaolie said many times, he was waiting for an opportunity, an opportunity for Zhao Gou to stop resisting Jin.
In fact, over the years, it is difficult to say when Zhao Gou has resisted Jin. In all the Northern Expeditions, Zhao Gou always used the excuse to attack the puppet Qi. As for the Jin Kingdom, he kept sending envoys to sue for peace. They are just border troops. When Zhao Gou was determined to resist the Jin Dynasty, it was easier to gain power.
The timing that Wang Xiaolie mentioned when Zhao Gou would no longer resist the Jin Dynasty was actually unclear at all. I just don’t think the time is right now, so I’ll just watch it while walking.
"The arrow is on the string and must be fired." With this murmur in his mouth, Chen Qiudao sat back on the chair again.
When he came to Xiangyang this time, as long as the court did not talk about specific matters, Chen Qiudao would pretend to be dumbfounded. Wang Xiaolie did not really rebel, and the court was not prepared. Both parties pretended not to know about it. Drinking wine, listening to music, seemingly happy and happy.
In Prime Minister Qin Hui's Mansion, Secretary Cheng Yang Yuan stood respectfully and listened to Qin Hui's speech, who was sitting on the top chair.
Qin Hui said: "Go to Dengzhou and take a look at the case between Chen Yi and Zhang Yan. Chen Yi is Fan Zongyin's uncle, and he must be satisfied. Only when Chen Yi is satisfied can we transfer Fan Zongyin to Xiangyang. If Fan Zongyin Going to Luoyang will be a big trouble for us!"
Yang Yuan said: "I obey the prime minister's order. However, the lower official has also seen the case between Chen Yi and Zhang Yan. It is true that Chen Yi has no reason to ask Zhang Yan for the land. If the land is forcibly awarded to Chen Yi, he is afraid that the local people will If the prefecture and county magistrates refuse to do so, it will be difficult."
Qin Hui's expression changed and he said: "If the local magistrate is not allowed, give Chen Yi ten times the land in Qiande County. Qiande County is not far from Rangxian County, and I don't think Chen Yi will refuse." As long as Fan Zongyin comes to Xiangyang, he will be out of control!"
Yang Yuan said respectfully: "I obey my orders!"
Qin Hui said: "When you go to Dengzhou, you need to be careful everywhere. Remember, Dengzhou is now under the control of Wang Xiaolie!"
Yang Yuan said: "I understand!"
Qin Hui stared at Yang Yuan for a while before saying, "Go ahead."
Yang Yuan bowed respectfully before retreating.
Just as Yang Yuan's figure disappeared, Qin Hui's wife Wang came out from behind the screen.
Looking at Yang Yuan's back, Wang said to Qin Hui: "Can you trust this Yang Yuan?"
Qin Hui said: "This Yang Yuan was originally a student of the imperial family. During the Jingkang period, he went to the Jeju Marshal's Mansion to persuade officials to ascend the throne, so he became benevolent. He was awarded the title of Xiuzhilang, and was promoted to Jiyiwen by the Imperial Camp Secretary. Later, he became the Prime Minister of Xinchang County and other places. Official. He was promoted to Jinshi in the second year of Shaoxing and was in charge of Chongtao Temple. Secretary Lang was only recently removed. He is thoughtful and knows how to advance and retreat when doing things. He is a suitable candidate. "
Wang said: "But I think he was very reserved when he saw my husband just now. He is not a person who does big things."
Qin Hui smiled and said, "When he went to Dengzhou, he didn't do anything important. He just conveyed a message."
Wang said: "You are still laughing! Now Wang Xuanfu and his troops are outside. If you get the help of people like Fan Zongyin, great things can be done! You have just become the Prime Minister of this dynasty. Isn't it a vain attempt to draw water from a bamboo basket? You have just become the Prime Minister. , be careful in everything!”
Qin Hui said: "That's what Madam is worried about."
Mrs. Wang sighed: "Because Wang Xuanfu is outside and has a lot of troops, even the former prime minister Fan Zongyin has become very popular. You have to come up with a plan to get rid of Wang Xuanfu as soon as possible, so that we can have a good night's sleep!"
Qin Hui said: "Madam, don't worry. Although I don't say it in my mouth, I am extremely afraid of the Jin people in my heart. Although Wang Xiaolie won a great victory on Hedong Road last year, this fear has not changed. Wang Xiaolie will definitely want it. He only stopped after destroying the Jin Kingdom, and he kept his troops outside. If the imperial court cannot recruit him, how can the officials tolerate him?"
(End of chapter)
