It is necessary to rectify the administration of officials.
In the land of China, there have been many strange circles throughout the ages, which will not be eliminated unless the times and society change.
The first thing is to press down when you get the chicken feathers. If you get the chicken feathers, you can use them as command arrows. Officials with bigger butts can have the official authority of Mount Tai in their own three-acre land.
Secondly, the following is concealed, and there are bribes and demands for bribes.
These two things are unavoidable no matter what era it is, let alone today's feudal society.
Li Xian himself also knew that even if he vented his anger for Wang Bo, it would actually be of no use. What happened in Guozhou was not just one place. In a small place like Xuanzhou, the governor could embezzle more than 200,000 yuan of money, let alone a more prosperous place.
When the use of power for personal gain and profit becomes the mainstream behind the scenes, no matter how hard you regulate it, it will be of no use. Because this is an area that no one can help but touch.
Although there is no way to completely ban it, there are ways to suppress it.
It is necessary to occasionally kill chickens to scare monkeys.
To put it bluntly, what happened in Guozhou was just Li Xian forcing himself to stand up for Wang Bo.
The emperor is in a good mood, so he might be able to help, send officials to investigate, and convict them of the crime, so as to save the prince's face by betraying him. If you are in a bad mood, you don't have to agree, because the matter of a remote state capital is not something that he has to deal with all day long, so it deserves special attention. And although Wang Bo was a subordinate of the prince, in the final analysis, he was not qualified for the emperor to stand up for him.
Now it's good. Li Zhi's arrangement not only rectified the official administration, but also gave the prince face. It can be said that he killed two birds with one stone.
Hao Chujun, who clearly felt that the saint was going to bring about a big disturbance, finally couldn't help but go out and said: "May I ask your majesty, is the rectification of the officialdom applicable to the entire Tang Dynasty?"
Li Zhi, who was on the throne, nodded slowly.
Seeing the saint nodding, the courtiers were in an uproar again.
The rectification of officialdom throughout the Tang Dynasty was no joke. If it is normal, everyone can just go through the cutscenes. However, this time is different, not to mention that many local officials will be dismissed because of this incident, and even some people in the government will not be secure in their positions.
Just introducing a few scapegoats is not enough to cope with the saint's order this time. It seems that something has to be given up.
For a time, many people in the court fell into deep thought.
Seeing the thoughtful looks of the courtiers, Li Zhi couldn't help but snickered.
This effect is what is wanted. It is necessary for the emperor to occasionally show his majesty to his subjects.
Before the courtiers could ask any more questions, he stood up and announced his resignation.
This time to rectify the administration, he did not want to use officials from the court, but wanted to promote an official to be responsible for this matter.
After all, people including Zhang Wenguan and others are gradually forming their own power because of their high positions. Although it's not a cruel attack, it still needs to be suppressed. He had made up his mind not to leave the issue of "Changsun Wuji" to the prince.
The saint announced his withdrawal from the court, and all the officials had to stand up and send him away.
Li Xian was quite surprised that he was not called to the back hall, but before he could think about it, a figure ran up to him.
Cheng Wuting!
As one of the most senior military officers in his family, Cheng Wuting has a tendency to become a representative figure in the military. Although he is not as good as Zhenguan Dynasty Li Jing or Sikong Li Ji, as long as he has such an identity, his status will rise. And today's behavior of military generals wearing shabby armor to go to court was also organized by him.
Walking in front of the prince, Cheng Wuting cupped his hands and said: "Your Highness, thanks to His Highness's help today, we can say that we are very proud. We have prepared a banquet in Juxian Tower. I wonder if His Highness can come here?"
Banquet?
Li Xian thought about it carefully, then nodded and said, "It's rare for General Cheng to invite you, so I'm naturally happy to go with you."
Seeing that His Highness the Crown Prince actually agreed, Zhang Wenguan thought for a moment and couldn't help but pull Liu Rengui to stand up and said, "General Cheng rarely spends money, is he not planning to invite me and others?"
Seeing that Zhang Wenguan actually asked to go with him, Cheng Wuting couldn't help but frowned.
Logically speaking, civil servants would avoid gatherings of military generals, so why did they actively ask to follow them today?
But his doubts only lasted for a moment and then dissipated.
It must be because of the prince!
Although he invited the prince to this banquet, it was still the prince who was spending time with a group of generals, so he still needed to avoid suspicion.
Thinking of this, Cheng Wuting faced the group of civil servants and said with a smile: "It happens that there are many colleagues in court today, why don't we all come to Juxian Tower to taste the newly produced wine?"
To be honest, many people were worried when they heard the saint announced today that he was going to rectify the officialdom. At this time, they definitely need to drink some wine to relieve their worries.
At the moment, the courtiers who had relatively free time expressed their willingness to participate together.
Li Xian walked to go to court today, and now he has to go to Dongshi, so naturally he can't continue walking.
So, at Zhang Wenguan's invitation, Li Xian got on his carriage. The guards from the East Palace also drove away all the guards from the Zhang Mansion and took over the guards around the carriage.
Zhang Wenguan's carriage was not big, so there were only two people in the carriage.
As the carriage started driving, Zhang Wenguan immediately lowered his voice and said: "Your Highness, how could you agree to General Cheng's invitation? Have you never thought about it? At the military banquet, the people present were all generals of the military. If What should you do if someone accuses you of having ulterior motives?”
Li Xian was driving the carriage, and the people in the innermost circle around the carriage were all eunuchs trained by Zhou Quan. Therefore, Li Xian was not too worried about leaking secrets, and simply replied: "Zhang Shizhong is worried too much. Gu naturally knows the depth. As the prince, Gu , Recruiting a few talented civil servants, no one will care. Even if Wang Bo and Yao Yuanchong are sent to the three provinces like before, everyone will open their eyes and say they can't see it. And if they have contacted the military generals If there are too many, there will always be people with ulterior motives."
Seeing the prince say this, Zhang Wenguan couldn't help but wonder: "Then why do you..."
Li Xian sighed: "Zhang Shizhong, there are only two of us in the carriage now, why don't we just open the skylight and speak frankly. You, Dai Pushe, Liu Pushe, and Hao Xiang are all high-ranking officials in the court. The position is the most taboo. However, since Gu returned to Chang'an, you and the others have been supporting Gu, the prince, openly and secretly. "
"I have thought about it. Although I have indeed done a good job, I am definitely not able to support you so much. After thinking about it, you are probably worried that the old incident of Wude Zhenguan will happen again. Besides, you guys are worried about it. , Father's health is not good, it can be said that the current transition of imperial power is even more dangerous."
"You guys, support me like this so that this transition of imperial power can be smooth without having to follow the old path of Wude Zhenguan."
Seeing that the prince revealed his thoughts with one word, Zhang Wenguan was not surprised at all. In his opinion, it is not unusual for the prince to be able to see so much.
You know, when he had nothing to do with Liu Rengui and others, they all thought that the current prince's talent was beyond the reach of Prince Hong.
Nodding, Zhang Wenguan said: "That's true, but don't worry, Your Highness, most of the old ministers and others have no intention of showing kindness to you."
Seeing Zhang Wenguan say this, Li Xian couldn't help but smile.
It is impossible to say that these people have no selfish motives. Everyone is self-interested, and the contribution of the dragon is like the most delicious delicacy in the world, and few people can resist taking a bite.
However, he still believed that a few people were mostly concerned about the smooth succession of the throne.
After laughing, Li Xian continued: "Actually, Gu has also analyzed his current situation. Putting aside some unfilial thoughts, among Gu's brothers, King Qi and others are not of concern. Although Li Xian has some He was a careerist, but he was all wiped out by Gu. As for him now living in the East Palace, Gu asked his father to leave him in Chang'an and leave him under his own care. Although he would not be imprisoned, it was enough. "
"As for Li Dan, at his current age, it can be said that he has no chance of being crowned emperor. However, there will still be some people under him who have other intentions. Including Li Xian, Gu can foresee that even if Gu is watching over him, he will It is also easy to be contacted by some people with ulterior motives and try to do something, what do you think?"
Zhang Wenguan nodded but said nothing. Because he knew very well how far some people would go to get the credit of "following the dragon". He was born in the East Palace, and as a vested interest, he can be said to have the most say.
The replacement of imperial power in the royal family has caused a river of bloodshed since ancient times. But now the Tang Dynasty is so powerful that if there is another dispute over imperial power, it is hard to imagine what the scale will be.
Seeing Zhang Wenguan nodding, Li Xian sighed: "Although I don't want to treat my brother with a villain's heart, but in the position of the prince, I can only prepare for the worst. Although I don't intend to usurp my father's throne, I can only prepare for the worst." But, you always have to protect yourself.”
Zhang Wenguan nodded again, and then asked doubtfully: "Could it be that His Highness the Crown Prince feels that the veterans and others are not able to protect you and still need the help of the military?"
Li Xian nodded with a smile and said: "You should know very well that status and status are nothing compared to swords. To say something that shouldn't be said, the original Xuanwu Sect change, no matter how miraculous it was spread outside, was nothing more than a sword. Grandpa Huang took the risk and fought with his last resort."
"Although Gu is now the prince who has announced his righteousness to the world, no one is sure what will happen in the future. Gu Buqiu can gain the allegiance of the military generals. I just hope that they will not be used by others. In the future , wouldn’t it be embarrassing if you raised your sword and waved your arm alone, but no one could use it? You also know what being a grassroots person means, right? "
Hearing this, Zhang Wenguan could only smile bitterly.
This is indeed the truth, and there is nothing wrong with the prince's approach. However, having relations with military generals is like walking a tightrope. There are too many things involved.
Therefore, he could only pray that the saint's attitude towards the prince would be better, and at the same time...
The prince will not have thoughts that he shouldn't have...
This is no joke. Zhang Wenguan knows very well how tempting that position is. Moreover, it does not mean that the prince will stop when he becomes the prince. The smarter the prince is, the easier it is for him to go astray.
However, Zhang Wenguan knew very well that he could not tell the prince.
Cupping his hands, Zhang Wenguan sighed and said: "Since His Highness the Crown Prince knows what he is talking about, I won't say much. Your Highness, just don't think that I am verbose."
Li Xian smiled and said: "You are caring about Gu, and Gu naturally knows it. Don't worry, Gu will know how to handle it. If there is something out of line, don't think that Gu can't listen to advice, please remind me! "
Seeing that the prince didn't look unhappy at all, but was very sincere, Zhang Wenguan couldn't help but sit upright and said seriously: "Don't worry, your highness, I will definitely give you something."
After speaking, he no longer mentioned this matter, but instead talked about Dai Zhide being accused by the old woman.
Although he is in a high position, he will not turn a deaf ear to some rumors.
Talking gossip is an enjoyment that most people find hard to refuse. It is the ultimate enjoyment for two people to get together and comment on or expand on a person or thing.
The story about Dai Zhide being accused by the old woman has now spread. And the story of "sensible servant shooting" and "ignorant servant shooting" has also been spread.
Many people think that Dai Zhide failed as a servant and his reputation has become so bad. However, only a few sensible people know how difficult it has been for Dai Zhide these years. It is easy to be a peacemaker, but it is difficult to be a founder!
The two chatted happily and ignored the bumps of the carriage. It wasn't until the car slowed down and stopped that the two of them ended their chat. Zhang Wenguan stood up, walked out first, and opened the door curtain for the prince.
When he got out of the carriage and saw the appearance in front of Juxian Tower, Li Xian couldn't help but be startled.
Today, Juxian Building was obviously reserved by Cheng Wuting, but there was still an endless stream of people queuing up and ordering banquets on the first floor.
Although he knew that his reputation would make Juxianlou's business prosperous, he really didn't expect it to be so prosperous.
The queue for ordering food is really too long.
When Zhang Wenguan saw this scene, he couldn't help but laugh and said: "Your Highness, I don't know that although the dishes in Juxianlou are delicious, they are not as attractive as the wine. Anyone who has tasted it will feel that it is nothing like clear water when drinking wine such as turbid wine." The difference. Now that the wine business is in the hands of Juxian Tower, it’s strange that the restaurant is not busy.”
Listening to Zhang Wenguan's words and looking at the scene in front of him, Li Xian felt that the Zou Family Winery really needed to expand its scale.
The Wang family's food has been shipped and will arrive in Chang'an soon.
Whether it is the wealthy businessmen who are served by the West Market, or the children of aristocratic families and distinguished officials who are served by the East Market, they are all invisible rich people. As a restaurant, Juxian Building is still too small!
