After all, Hou Zhang and Xue Huairang came in good spirits and left in dismay. They did not give out the gifts, but asked for a meal of wine. When Xue Huairang left, he was blowing his beard and staring, very unhappy, and Hou Zhang was not in a better mood.
In the hall, after washing up and changing his clothes, Wang Yan didn't look very relaxed. He summoned two close aides and asked: "When I came to Luoyang, who came to visit me?"
"Except for the government officials, officials who stayed in Taiwan, and county magistrates who were supposed to receive and liaise with each other, these are the honorable ministers and wealthy officials from Luoyang!" replied an aide.
"These people are quite active! I heard that from Shi Hongzhao to Jing Fan, there was a lot of suppression of ministers and dignitaries. When I first came here, they came one after another, sending gifts and flattery. What do you want?" Wang Yan drank tea lightly.
, said leisurely.
The staff immediately said: "The envoy is sitting in Xijing and has a high and powerful position. Everyone in Luoyang looks up to him. If he is seeking fame and fortune or peace, he will actively come to his door to seek contact. Furthermore, as the envoy said, Xun
The nobles are often suppressed by Shi and Jing Ergong, and they also want to see your political attitude!"
"Haha!" Wang Yan shook his head and couldn't help but sigh: "It seems that if you want to rule Luoyang, these nobles and powerful people must be the first to do it!"
"Do you think I should continue Jing Fan's policy or make some adjustments?" Wang Yan turned his head and looked at the two of them.
The two aides were both confidants who had followed Wang Yan for many years. They had served in various towns with him over the years. Even when he lived in seclusion in Luoyang, they also followed him to make a living. It is a story that cannot be told without telling.
"Your Majesty is here for the first time, and you are not yet familiar with the superiors and subordinates. Everything should be stable and follow the previous policies! As for the honorable ministers..." The person who spoke earlier said, but couldn't help but hesitate to stop speaking.
Another person cupped his hands and continued: "The nobles of Luoyang can be said to have been accumulated for three generations and decades, and some are as far away as Zhu Liang. Since Qianyou, His Majesty has centralized power and dismissed countless generals both internally and externally. Many of them have been replaced."
In the two capitals, he also served as a minister in Tokyo, and often had a separate residence in Luoyang.
Three generations of old ministers are not something to worry about, but after all, they are intertwined, and they are also the new nobles of the dynasty, especially high-ranking officials in Tokyo. Their heirs, relatives, old friends and even child servants, if something happens, it is often involved in complicated matters.
For example, when Zheng Guogong first suppressed Luo, he acted unscrupulously and suppressed indiscriminately, causing complaints and even shaking Tokyo. His Majesty eventually moved him to Lingzhou.
If Jinggong is in office, he enforces the law like a mountain, is ruthless in his laws, and never shows any favoritism. After all, he has offended too many people. In the past few years, there have been many chapters in Tokyo impeaching him for his domineering power.
Therefore, I believe that we should be cautious when dealing with honorable nobles and not go overboard. Whether it is for the sake of Luoyang's political security or for the emperor himself!"
"Listen to what you say, I have to let them go?" Wang Yan raised his eyebrows, seeming to be disapproving: "Your Majesty's instructions to me are intended to restrain the powerful. You are afraid that I will offend them, be ostracized by them, and target,
Impeachment, but if I disobey the emperor's will, will I have a peaceful old age?"
Hearing what Wang Yan said, the staff immediately shook their heads and said: "Your Majesty's instructions should not be violated, of course. Nor will it be laissez-faire. It is just a matter of deciding the case, but be more diplomatic and don't worry too much!"
Wang Yan did not answer the conversation for a moment, but sat behind the case and thought about it seriously. He raised his eyes and changed the subject: "Although I took office not long ago, there is nothing to criticize about Fan's government. I can't find any room for improvement, what do you think?"
Seeing the distress on Wang Yan's face, the two staff members looked at each other, and the second one said: "I have checked some files and found that when Jing Gong decides a case, he often favors the poor and the poor deliberately. It means suppressing wealth.
Although this has won the hearts of the common people, it is actually biased. I think that when you decide on matters in the future, you should seek fairness and impartiality, neither attaching importance to the strong nor pitying the weak, and just follow the rules!"
He couldn't help but glance at the staff. Wang Yan did not express his position directly, but fell into thinking again. The staff's words seemed reasonable, but in fact, it was obvious where they were headed.
How can a "Xingtong" really cover all aspects and be comprehensive? The law is nothing more than human relationships, especially in this kind of society where people rule and morality rules. However, without thinking for a long time, Wang Yan still said: "This is acceptable! It just so happens that the emperor also asked me to clarify the laws and strengthen the laws, so everything should be done according to the "Xingtong"!"
"However, I started in the army and have led troops for many years. No matter whether it is military or political, every time I take up a position, every time I arrive, I must first establish my authority!" As he spoke, Wang Yan's voice became louder, and a cold smile gradually bloomed at the corner of his mouth.
"May I ask you, envoy, if you have any goals?" The staff obviously knew Wang Yan's style, so they were not surprised and asked directly.
"How about the two of you who came to visit us today?" Wang Yan said.
The words were shocking, and the staff couldn't help but say: "Hou Zhang is an old friend of the envoy!"
"What old friend? This guy is short-sighted and greedy. We already knew this when we were in Shaanzhou. I and Zhao Hui killed thieves for justice, but he was behind to take advantage of him, and he repeatedly acted arrogantly and despised me. !" Wang Yan looked indifferent and said: "Everyone knows that he has something to do with me. It's just right. This time he came to ask for a bribe, but I refused. If he can be punished for his lawlessness, it will eliminate the criticism, isn't it?"
Hearing Wang Yan speak his mind, the two staff members could not help but feel a chill in their hearts. They thought that Wang Yan had just had a drink with Hou Zhang and talked about the past, but there were old grievances in their hearts and they were secretly plotting... Wang Yan, this gentleman, He is really not a good person!
Wang Yanze continued to speak, becoming more and more energetic: "As for Xue Huairang, this man is more violent than Hou Zhang. He has a rough temper and arrogant personality. He has accumulated a lot of property. I absolutely do not believe that he is operating according to the law. There will definitely be some spoiling!"
Obviously, Wang Yan was still thinking about Xue Huairang's performance at the banquet.
"You guys, you can secretly send people to investigate Hou and Xue and collect evidence!" Wang Yan ordered.
"What if the two of them haven't done anything illegal?" The second staff member couldn't help but ask a more heart-wrenching question.
Wang Yan obviously paused, but after thinking for a moment, a smile appeared on his lips and he waved his hand: "If they are good people who abide by the law, then consider them lucky and not caught by me... "
Judging from Wang Yan's tone and demeanor, he was obviously very confident and did not think that Hou and Xue were clean under their butts. Those two were not well-behaved people.
Wang Yan is a man who has courage, bravery, and defensive talent. He has no problems with justice. But no one is perfect. He is narrow-minded and cannot forgive his grudges. Over the years, people who have offended him have been avenged by him.
, it’s not a small amount, serious cases can even lead to loss of life.
This time, Hou Zhang came to visit and wanted to reconnect with old friends, but he didn't know that he was targeted by Wang Yan instead...
"And!" Having set the tone and first fire of governance, Wang Yan felt much relieved and his expression became more relaxed. He pointed to the outside of the hall and said: "In the government office, the architectural decoration is old and has not been repaired for a long time.
The environment is not as good as Jinzhou, and it cannot have the majesty of Xijing. I will allocate part of the money and food for renovation! This will be my first administration in office!"
"yes!"
After the discussion was over and he was about to leave, the first staff member couldn't help but said to Wang Yan: "Your Majesty, there is one more thing..."
Seeing his unhappy expression, Wang Yan said directly: "Speak directly, no need to hesitate!"
After receiving the agreement, the staff bowed their hands and said carefully: "The envoy has taken up his post in Luoyang. If there are any dissatisfied people from the previous tribes and old officials, many of them have come to agree with you! Now, there are more than ten people who have come to Luoyang to see you.
You all accept it. I went to the market yesterday and found someone who was showing off your authority and swaggering through the market..."
"This is happening!" Upon hearing this, Wang Yan's brows suddenly condensed.
It is said that when a person attains enlightenment, chickens and dogs ascend to heaven. After all, Wang Yan was once a member of one party. Although he moved to various towns, he also accumulated some Yuansui tribes over the years. Two years ago, when he was frustrated, many people were implicated.
Dismissal and dismissal.
Now that Wang Yan is back, his old friends immediately come to join him. Thinking of his long-lasting friendship, Wang Yan accepts him.
However, at this time, when I heard this situation from the staff, I suddenly felt bad. After thinking about it for a moment, I said coldly: "Notify everyone who came to join the old man and come to the house tomorrow!"