"Satisfied, absolutely satisfied."
Jin Yue also said something sarcastic. She was helpless. This prince was too capable of causing trouble.
"When are you going to go? Preparations should have already started over there by this time."
"Preparations started in the morning."
Butler Wu said: "Deng Qiu's residence is also on Zhengfu Street. The formation is quite large, and they also let the word go, inviting you to come, the Crown Prince."
"Obviously just to embarrass you."
"fine."
Guan Ning said calmly: "The good show is yet to come..."
But at this moment, a mansion on the other side of the same street as the Wang Mansion was bustling with people!
This is the residence of Deng Qiu, the left minister of the Ministry of War at that time. Today he held a banquet in the residence to celebrate his promotion.
Each of the six departments of officials, rituals, household affairs, military affairs, punishment, and work has a minister, which is the second rank. If there is an additional title or cabinet, an additional rank will be added. In addition to the chief administrative officer, each has two assistant officers, who are ministers.
In the Dakang Dynasty, Zuo was respected, and Zuo Shilang of the Ministry of War was the real second-in-command. The key was that this promotion was obviously deeply meaningful, and Deng Qiu was appreciated by the Holy Emperor and enjoyed his favor.
In today's context, this celebration banquet has more of a different flavor.
By now, everyone can see that the true intention of the Holy Emperor is to suppress the Zhenbei Palace, or in other words, he has the intention to ban it!
Now, as the sole heir, Guan Ning is the first to bear the brunt.
And Deng Qiu is a sword used by the Holy One!
The Ministry of War and the Zhenbei Palace have never dealt with each other. The Zhenbei Palace sits in northern Xinjiang and controls the army independently without any control. The Ministry of War has long wanted to take back its power, but has no chance...
Deng Qiu was appointed as the left minister of the Ministry of War, and it was about to begin.
The direction of the wind is beginning to change. Smart people know what to do at this time. How can we not make friends at this time?
To make friends with Deng Qiu is to express support for the Holy Sage to reduce the vassal state!
This is just the first step. Next, it will be difficult for the vassal kings from all over the court.
So this celebration is not just a celebration...
Since the morning, many people have started to come to the door, and those with low official positions come early to show off their familiar faces and help out, which is also a way of showing off.
In comparison, King Zhenbei was particularly deserted. Isn't this what Deng Qiu wanted to see?
Many people's eyes were focused on this and there was a lot of discussion.
"I heard that Master Deng also invited Prince Guan?"
"Yes, word was released this morning that Prince Guan had promised to come."
"What an idiot. What are you doing here? Are you looking for humiliation?"
"Who says it isn't?"
"The Zhenbei Palace is already in a difficult situation, but now it has such an heir? How can it be established?"
"Actually, Your Majesty was right. If the Zhenbei Palace is given to such a prince, wouldn't the north be doomed?"
When people with good intentions came to watch, the people from the Deng Mansion did not chase them away. Instead, they gave them some happy money. They were happy to see them like this.
As noon approached, more and more guests came, and Deng Qiu also came out to greet them personally.
"Congratulations to Mr. Deng on your promotion. I'll have to rely on you to take care of me in the future."
"Joy and rejoice together."
Dengqiu is in his forties, with a slightly dark complexion and a medium to thin build.
It is quite rare to sit in such a high position at this age. In fact, Deng Qiu is indeed a talented person. He was born in the military and joined the Ministry of War as a civilian. His official career was prosperous and he skyrocketed. He got to this point based on his true talent.
Now that he is favored by the Holy Spirit, his future is bright. He is sure to aspire to the position of Minister in the future, and there is nothing wrong with adding him to the cabinet...
"Master Hu is here!"
"Master Li is here!"
"Master Wei is here!"
At this time, the people who came were all high-ranking officials, as well as many people from big families.
Deng Qiuping has never been good at smiling, and coupled with his slightly darker complexion, privately people call him black-faced, but now he smiles like a chrysanthemum.
Beside him was a young man with a handsome face, a well-dressed gown, and a graceful demeanor. He also accompanied Deng Qiu to welcome guests.
He is Deng Qiu's eldest son, Deng Mingzhi.
This son is quite famous in Shangjing City. Although he is a son of an official, he has real talents and learning.
"Master Xu, here!"
At this moment, a report with a significantly raised voice sounded.
Hearing this sound, everyone at the door turned to greet him.
Even Deng Qiu didn't dare to neglect.
"Hurry and greet Mr. Xu."
Deng Mingzhi looked serious and straightened his clothes.
A sedan stopped in front of the door. This sedan looked ordinary and not special, but it attracted everyone's attention.
"I didn't expect Master Xu to be here."
"Expected."
Someone whispered.
As soon as the sedan fell down, the entourage immediately went to lift the curtain, and then someone walked out.
He was wearing an ordinary gray cloth gown. He had a slightly thick build and was in his fifties. His complexion was slightly white and he had a sense of majesty.
This is a result of being in a high position for a long time, and even if you wear ordinary clothes, you can't hide it.
The visitor's name was Xu Zhengying, who was the Minister of the Ministry of War and a second-rank official.
Deng Qiu hurried up to meet him and said, "I'm really flattered that Mr. Xu can come."
This is his immediate superior, how dare he neglect him.
In the officialdom, a difference of one level can kill someone, not to mention the chief officer and his deputy.
"Mingzhi, come here to meet Mr. Xu."
Dengqiu pulled his son beside him.
"Mingzhi has met Mr. Xu."
Deng Mingzhi paid homage to him respectfully.
"There are not many talented people in the capital, and Mingzhi is definitely one of them. Dengqiu, you are lucky to have several good sons."
This remark is a pun, implying that Deng Mingyuan was exiled. If it hadn't been for this opportunity, Deng Qiu might not have been promoted.
Deng Qiu naturally understood that after today, his son Deng Mingyuan would leave Beijing and live in exile in Veizhou. Although he had already made arrangements and would not do hard work when he went there, after all, the environment in Veizhou was harsh and he would inevitably suffer some hardships.
Thinking of this, he hated Guan Ning even more.
Slapping his son in public was a slap in his face.
"It's all about sharing the worries of the Holy One."
Deng Qiu said.
"That's right, we are all sharing your worries for the Holy One."
Xu Zhengying said: "Especially your burden, it is very heavy."
"understand."
The dialogue between the two contains many metaphors.
"I have met Mr. Xu."
Everyone at the door also saluted.
"Today I am congratulating Deng Qiu. I am also wearing plain clothes, so there is no need to be formal."
"Master Xu Gaojie."
There was a sound of flattery.
That's what officialdom is like.
"Haha, it seems I'm late."
At this time, there was a burst of laughter, which was slightly unexpected. This person had a fair complexion and a fat figure. He walked over with his hands behind his back. But when they saw this person, everyone was immediately startled.
"Here comes a man of higher moral character than me, neither riding in a sedan nor in a chariot."
Xu Zhengying greeted him with a smile.
"Master Wu."
"I've met Mr. Wu."
Deng Qiu was also busy greeting him.
It turned out that this person was none other than Wu Qingkun, the censor of the right capital of the Metropolitan Procuratorate.
The Metropolitan Procuratorate was one of the two major official systems of the Kang Dynasty. It was responsible for inspecting hundreds of departments, identifying wrongdoings, and supervising local areas. It was a veritable disciplinary inspection department.
Compared to Xu Zhengying, Minister of the Ministry of War, this person is the one that everyone is most afraid of.
Wu Qingkun is one of the two chief officials of the Metropolitan Procuratorate.
Today's battle is quite big. Two first- and second-grade officials have arrived in person, and people are secretly frightened. This is the best proof of the change in the direction of the wind...
