Chapter 129 The water in the court is too deep, Minister of the Ministry of Industry, you cant control it
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Shouren School.
Chen Xinghe looked at Hua Xingyun who had gone away, and for a moment he didn't know what he was thinking.
"Senior brother."
Xu Qingxiao shouted, and Chen Xinghe came to his senses.
"Junior Brother Qingxiao, remember, you must not have a close friendship with this person. You can be conceited and submissive, but not others."
Chen Xinghe once again emphasized to Xu Qingxiao.
Because he felt more and more that there was something wrong with this Hua Xingyun.
"Yes, I understand."
Xu Qingxiao is not stupid. Hua Xingyun has such prestige. His prestige in Kyoto three years ago is no less than his own. Moreover, he is backed by the Wen Palace of the Great Wei Dynasty. He is a mature and prosperous person. He is so handsome. He is definitely the protagonist.
panel.
If this is not arrogant or arrogant?
He will be the protagonist, and he will now go back to the countryside to farm.
Ten years of social beatings taught Xu Qingxiao a fact. When you meet someone for the first time, the other person's achievements are not weaker than yours, or they are higher than yours, and they greet you with greetings and all kinds of friendliness. This kind of person is not said to have good intentions.
But they can never be true friends.
What is a friend? From being ordinary at the beginning to becoming acquainted gradually, and then to talking about everything and having a heart-to-heart relationship.
This kind of person? He's not a bad person and definitely not a good person, at least that's how he feels.
Of course, you can’t think too absolutely about everything. What if someone is a good person?
But these days, good people don't live long.
Xu Qingxiao returned to the study and began to continue tinkering with her own things.
There is still a long way to go for the development of Dawei.
Waterwheel grain production, nine-year compulsory education, highways, and comprehensive food and clothing.
Which one is not important?
Which one is not a matter of improving Wei’s national strength?
Which one is not a matter of winning the hearts and minds of the people?
Apart from anything else, as long as I dare to mention the nine-year compulsory education, people all over the world will probably cry with joy. If I were from the royal family, I would probably wish to be the emperor.
However, the nine-year compulsory education is too big, at least the current Wei Dynasty cannot bear it.
If we really want to do it, at least 70,000 to 80,000 taels of silver will be subsidized every year, or even a little more. After all, studying for nine years without spending money, what is the concept?
And if you want to achieve this level, not only must the national tax be increased, but the economy must also be prosperous. Otherwise, it still won't work.
Right now we still have to work around grain production.
The problem of the waterwheel should be solved in theory. Then relying on the water source, the grain output of the Wei Dynasty will at least double.
But this is far from enough.
Today's Wei Dynasty is like a stormy ship that may be capsized at any time.
To put it bluntly, Xu Qingxiao would not be too surprised if the Tuxie Dynasty or the Chu Yuan Dynasty went to war against the Wei Dynasty tomorrow, because the Wei Dynasty's foundation was too weak.
So to completely solve this problem, there are two things to do.
First, seeds, potatoes, and sweet potatoes that can really be mass-produced.
Second, organic fertilizers that can make food grow better.
Third, new rice seeds. The current rice varieties in Dawei are two-crop rice. If we can find three-crop rice or four-season rice, it will be a direct doubling.
By solving the above three problems, all the dangers of the Wei Dynasty will be directly reduced by half, and it will be one step closer to the empress calling her father.
Of course, the most important thing is that you can also enjoy a leisurely life.
Therefore, compared to this matter, Xu Qingxiao took a lot of light on the court dispute. Of course, the premise was that no one provoked him. If someone provoked him, Xu Qingxiao did not mind asking him to go offline.
In Shouren Academy, Xu Qingxiao recovered her mind and started a new round of planning.
And at the same time.
Wen Palace of the Great Wei Dynasty.
At this time, many people in Wen Palace were waiting for Hua Xingyun's arrival.
Since Hua Xingyun was about to return to the capital of the Wei Dynasty, it could be said that everyone in the Wen Palace had been looking forward to it, wishing that Hua Xingyun would come as soon as possible.
After all, the Great Wei Wen Palace has been feeling a little aggrieved recently.
Ever since Xu Qingxiao came to Kyoto, the Wen Palace of the Great Wei Dynasty has been really frustrated during this period, with strange phenomena appearing at every turn, and it was all because of Xu Qingxiao.
The two great scholars came on stage one after another. Instead of suppressing Xu Qingxiao, Xu Qingxiao became even more arrogant.
Let me ask, who will accept it?
But Xu Qingxiao can't be suppressed even if the great scholar comes on stage, so it's impossible to let the great scholar of heaven and earth come forward, right?
Is he worthy of Xu Qingxiao?
It's definitely not worthy. If you really send a great scholar from heaven and earth to play, what will happen even if you win? It's not just embarrassing.
But things are different now. Hua Xingyun is back, and all the Confucian scholars in the entire Wen Palace see hope. At least the Confucian scholars from Zhu Sheng's lineage are very excited. They can't wait for Hua Xingyun to come back today and slap Xu Qingxiao in the face tomorrow.
Hit hard.
"Here he comes, he comes, he comes."
"Hua Xingyun is back."
"Look, this is Hua Xingyun."
"Where? Where?"
"Where is Hua Xingyun?"
"Brother Hua is here?"
"Where is the great talent Nebula?"
The Confucian scholars in the Wen Palace became excited. They looked at the figures walking not far away, and each one of them looked extremely excited and excited.
Those who didn't know thought they were seeing a certain saint.
Not far away, Hua Xingyun walked slowly towards him. He had a gentle smile on his face, which made people feel like they were bathing in the spring breeze. He was humble and polite, without any hint of arrogance.
"Brother Hua, long time no see, I really miss you."
"Brother Xingyun, we have prepared a banquet and are waiting for your return."
"Brother Xingyun, after three years of separation, when we meet again, you are still such a young man."
"Brother Hua, do you still remember me? When you drunkenly recited thirty poems in Kyoto, you became famous in the Wei Dynasty. To this day, I have not forgotten it. You should remember me. I was standing aside to pour wine for the great scholar next to you.
, yes, that’s me.”
"Brother Hua, Brother Hua, do you remember me? When you left the capital, I cried in the corner. When you left, you waved to me, remember?"
"Brother Xingyun, long time no see, long time no see, you don't recognize me? It's okay, I just came."
Seeing Hua Xingyun appear, all the Confucian scholars swarmed over, regardless of whether they knew him or not, they just wanted to get acquainted with him first.
This is not a disadvantage.
"Long time no see, everyone."
However, Hua Xingyun didn't show any signs of boredom. Instead, he remained gentle and even bowed to everyone, fully demonstrating the etiquette of a gentleman.
"You're welcome, you're welcome."
"Brother Hua, you are too polite."
"Yes, Brother Hua, we are all embarrassed that you are bowing to us."
"Brother Xingyun is indeed worthy of his reputation. He is humble and courteous. Comparing this, Xu Qingxiao, the crazy student, is not worthy of being mentioned in the same breath as Brother Xingyun."
"Yeah, this Xu Qingxiao can't even compare to Brother Xingyun's toes."
"Don't talk about your toes, not even a hair of Brother Xingyun can compare with you."
"Yes, yes, even hair is worse."
Everyone praised Xu Qingxiao again and gave Xu Qingxiao a vicious kick.
However, Hua Xingyun's expression changed slightly and he spoke gently to everyone.
"Everyone, brothers and sisters, Xingyun has just returned from Shouren Academy and has already visited Xu Qingxiao, Lord Xu."
"Master Xu is an upright official and has the style of a Confucian and Taoist scholar. Xingyun admires and respects Master Xu endlessly. Although Master Xu has some discord with the Great Wei Wen Palace, there must be some misunderstandings. He is definitely not you."
The mouth is wild, but it is humble and polite."
"I hope you won't do this. At least my first meeting with Mr. Xu was a good one, and I am willing to make him a friend. If you praise Mr. Hua and trample Mr. Xu, please forgive Xingyun for not being happy."
Hua Xingyun spoke seriously, explaining to Xu Qingxiao, and at the same time stating his position and attitude.
But when he said this, everyone became a little curious.
There's something wrong with this script.
Hua Xingyun suddenly returned. Logically speaking, he would target Xu Qingxiao no matter what. How come he is now familiar with Xu Qingxiao? And looking at Hua Xingyun's appearance, he seems to think Xu Qingxiao is very good.
Would you rather offend them for Xu Qingxiao?
This is unreasonable.
But it was unreasonable to be unreasonable. Hua Xingyun still had a certain status in the Great Wei Wen Palace, and everyone couldn't say anything. They could only laugh and praise.
"Brother Hua is indeed a very human being. He can repay evil with kindness. He is truly a role model for scholars of our generation."
"Yes, since Brother Hua has said so, I won't say anything else."
"In contrast, Brother Hua is really as humble as jade. I admire him, I admire him."
"Yes, Xu Qingxiao also went astray for a while. I understand what Brother Hua means. I want to have a good heart-to-heart relationship with Xu Qingxiao and then lead him to the right path."
"You are really smart. Brother Hua deserves to be called Brother Hua. His reputation as a great Wei Wenqu star is not in vain. He used this method to inspire and teach Xu Qingxiao. I admire him and admire him."
When everyone spoke, they first laughed and then analyzed the matter from another angle.
But Hua Xingyun didn't explain anything anymore. I don't know if it was because the explanation was unclear or for some reason. He didn't say anything and walked towards the Wen Palace.
Inside the Wen Palace of the Great Wei Dynasty.
Five great scholars, Chen Zhengru, Sun Jing'an, Wang Xinzhi, Chen Xin and Zhou Min, were waiting quietly.
Hua Xingyun walked quickly and bowed to the five people.
"Xingyun, meet the five great scholars."
"Xingyun, meet the teacher."
Hua Xingyun first bowed to the five people, which was the bow of a Confucian scholar. Then he stood in front of Chen Xin, knelt down on his knees, and bowed down.
"Xingyun, get up."
Scholar Chen Xin helped Hua Xingyun up, and the latter looked at his teacher with a slightly sad voice.
"Teacher, the student has been traveling around the country for three years and has never written a letter to the teacher. It is really because of many things, but it is just convenient. I see the teacher today. The student feels extremely ashamed. I hope the teacher will not blame me."
Hua Xingyun looked a little sad. He said this, hoping that the other party would not blame him.
"It'll be good to come back, it'll be good to come back."
Chen Xin didn't say anything more, just nodded, said it twice and came back.
"Xingyun, it's a good time for you to come back this time. The Taiping Poetry Festival is just around the corner, and the imperial examination is coming soon. You can stay in the Wen Palace these days, study hard, and then talk to these Confucian scholars about the past few years.
Experience and let them learn more.”
At this time, Sun Jing'an's voice sounded, and he said so with a smile on his face.
"Respectfully obey Sun Ru's orders."
"However, the student still thinks about joining the imperial court and becoming an official. After all, after traveling around the world for three years, he has learned a lot and is willing to serve the country."
Hua Xingyun stood up and bowed to Sun Jing'an. He was very obedient, but he also put forward his own ideas.
"Very good, very good. When you come back from traveling around the world, you can immediately think of working for the Wei Dynasty. Very good, very good. Which department among the six departments do you want to go to?"
Sun Jing'an was very satisfied with Hua Xingyun's performance. He immediately wanted to contribute to the country when he came back. This is a true Confucian scholar.
Compare Xu Qingxiao.
Haha, it’s really not even worthy of hair.
Only Sun Jing'an was happy, but the other four great scholars looked very calm, especially Chen Zhengru, who looked a little cold.
"Students want to go to the Ministry of Accounts."
When Hua Xingyun spoke, the expressions of the five great scholars changed in an instant, even Sun Jing'an's expression changed a little.
Because he wanted Hua Xingyun to go to the Ministry of War or the Ministry of Punishment first. It would be a bit unfavorable to go to the Ministry of Household Affairs.
It wasn't that he didn't want Hua Xingyun to fight with Xu Qingxiao. He even wanted Hua Xingyun to trouble Xu Qingxiao. But the problem was that Xu Qingxiao was now a fish in water in the Ministry of Household Affairs, and he was still a fourth-rank minister.
If you really go, you will only be suppressed by Xu Qingxiao in various ways. It is better to go to the Ministry of War or the Ministry of Punishment first. At least with them here, Xu Qingxiao will not dare to intervene.
But the reason for the change in the expressions of the other four great scholars is very simple.
Before Hua Xingyun came back, the entire Wei Dynasty was discussing him and whether Hua Xingyun wanted to cause trouble for Xu Qingxiao when he came back.
As a result, Hua Xingyun was about to go to the Ministry of Household Affairs, and he said he was not looking for trouble with Xu Qingxiao?
These are troubled times, and Xu Qingxiao is indeed helping Da Wei. What did Hua Xingyun do in the past? Did he cause trouble for Xu Qingxiao?
This is Chen Zhengru's idea. He does have opinions about Hua Xingyun, but if Hua Xingyun kept a low profile, he wouldn't say anything and just pretended that he couldn't see it.
But Hua Xingyun made it clear that he wanted to trouble Xu Qingxiao, how could he be willing?
The other three great Confucians had simpler ideas. They believed that Hua Xingyun was gentle and humble on the surface, but he was still arrogant in his heart. He went to the Ministry of Household Affairs just to compete with Xu Qingxiao.
They have not forgotten Hua Xingyun three years ago. Even though Hua Xingyun has become much more restrained now, their impression of a person will not change due to sudden changes.
"No!"
Chen Zhengru opened his mouth, and the next moment, he said directly.
"Go to the Ministry of Rites. The envoys from all countries are coming soon. You have traveled around the countries and met many people. It is not bad to entertain them. If you do this well, it will be considered a credit."
Chen Zhengru spoke calmly and directly rejected Hua Xingyun's idea. Go to the Ministry of Husbandry? Impossible. It would be better to go to the Ministry of Rites.
The worst case scenario is to give him a position as a member of the Communist Party of China. As for the household department, don't even think about it.
"Chen Ru, you misunderstood."
"All the great scholars have misunderstood."
"Xingyun knows that Xu Qingxiao is in the Ministry of Household Affairs, and he also knows that there is an uproar in the capital now, saying that I, Hua Xingyun, will fight Xu Qingxiao until death, but there are three things why Xingyun goes to the Ministry of Household Affairs."
"First, Xingyun is in a foreign country and has seen many things that can help Wei."
"Secondly, the power of the Wei Dynasty is now weak. Xingyun left three years ago and regretted it a bit. Now that he is back, he naturally hopes that the power of the Wei Dynasty will prosper, so he went to the Ministry of Household Affairs to do his best."
"Thirdly, it is precisely because the people in the capital have such misunderstandings that Xingyun has to go to the Ministry of Household Affairs and do his best to help the Ministry of Household Affairs and Mr. Xu. In this way, the rumors will be self-defeating."
"Otherwise, what will the people in the capital think of me? Who knows, if the rumors come true, no matter how the students explain, no one will believe them."
What Hua Xingyun said was extremely serious and extremely generous.
He went to the Household Department not to target Xu Qingxiao, but to help Xu Qingxiao. His words felt like he was speaking from the bottom of his heart.
All the five great scholars were a little confused.
Especially Sun Jing'an, he was eager for Hua Xingyun to cause trouble for Xu Qingxiao, but looking at Hua Xingyun's behavior, it seemed that he had different ideas from his own.
"You mean well."
"But, let's go to the Ministry of Etiquette first?"
Chen Zhengru frowned slightly, but regardless of whether what he said was true or false, he still asked him to go to the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of Husbandry. At least don't say it now.
"Chen Ru, please believe in students. Students can make an oath. If there is any selfishness, they will be punished by the Holy Spirit."
When Hua Xingyun saw Chen Zhengru's attitude, he couldn't help but hurriedly said that he had to go to the Ministry of Household Affairs.
"Chen Ru, since Xingyun has such an intention, why do you stop it so much?"
"After all, Xingyun is a member of our Great Wei Palace, and Chen Ru is fair and impartial, so Xingyun should be sent to the Ministry of Household Affairs."
Sun Jing'an was a little unsure about what Hua Xingyun was thinking about, but he still supported Hua Xingyun without hesitation.
"Indeed, Nebula has this idea, and I support it."
Wang Xinzhi also agreed and supported Hua Xingyun.
However, Chen Xin and Zhou Min did not speak and remained silent.
"Chen Ru, students are really like this."
Hua Xingyun spoke again.
But Chen Zhengru looked at him quietly. The two looked at each other. Hua Xingyun's eyes were clear, without any other eyes.
"Would you like to go to the Ministry of Accounts and become a file clerk?"
After a moment of silence, Chen Zhengru spoke up and asked Hua Xingyun to be a clerk without any rank.
"Chen Ru, you have gone too far!"
"The bookkeeper did go a bit too far."
Sun Jing'an and Wang Xinzhi spoke immediately, Hua Xingyun, the proud son of the Wen Palace of the Great Wei Dynasty, known as the star of Wenqu of the Great Wei Dynasty, went to the Ministry of Household Affairs to become a clerk?
This is really a bit excessive. Not to mention Yuan Wai Lang, you also need to arrange for a seventh-grade chief, right?
Documentary?
Isn't this looking down on people?
Even Chen Xin and Zhou Min couldn't help but frown.
Because the grade of this official is too low and a bit unpleasant to listen to.
However, Hua Xingyun hardly hesitated and bowed directly to Chen Zhengru.
"Thank you Chen Ru."
Hua Xingyun didn't have any anger or disdain at all. Instead, he accepted the identity of the official directly and openly.
Now, everyone was even more curious.
They really don't know what Hua Xingyun is thinking, and what has Hua Xingyun experienced in the past three years?
How come there is such a big change?
Although Hua Xingyun three years ago was also very scheming, he at least had the energy of a young man. He couldn't compare to Xu Qingxiao now, but that's not the case either.
If Hua Xingyun had been asked to be a clerk three years ago, I am afraid that Hua Xingyun would have written a poem and cursed people on the spot.
For a moment, everyone was speechless.
And Chen Zhengru had nothing to say. Now that he had opened his mouth, he had no choice but to agree.
"Okay, I will tell your Majesty when I go to court tomorrow."
"It's getting late, go to bed early."
After Chen Zhengru said this, he turned around and left.
Zhou Min also left, and Chen Xin turned around and left after thinking about it, leaving Wang Xinzhi and Sun Jing'an behind.
night.
In a room in the Wen Palace of the Great Wei Dynasty, Sun Jing'an was sitting in the main seat, and Hua Xingyun was sitting beside him.
"Xingyun, you must explain to me what your attitude is about Xu Qingxiao."
Sun Jing'an asked directly without any tact.
"Going back to Sun Ru, before I arrived in Kyoto, I had heard of Xu Qingxiao's name and knew the poems written by Xu Qingxiao. I admired him very much."
"He defended the people's grievances, made a big fuss in the Ministry of Justice, beheaded county kings, and eradicated female businessmen. Everything he did allowed students to see the new power of the Wei Dynasty."
"Today's Wei Dynasty needs this kind of power, and the students also admire Brother Xu very much. But for some reason, there are some rumors and rumors coming from Kyoto, but these students don't care."
"I visited Brother Xu today and met him once. The student felt that Brother Xu has excellent character and is loyal to the country. The student only has admiration and learning, and nothing else."
Hua Xingyun said this, every word was taken seriously.
"But he is insulting Zhu Sheng."
Sun Jing'an couldn't help but speak.
"Sun Ru, the student thought, there might be some misunderstanding in this, right?"
Hua Xingyun explained for Xu Qingxiao.
"What misunderstanding is there? To slander Zhu Sheng, what other misunderstanding is there?"
"Xingyun, I really misjudged you."
"As the proud son of Wen Gong of the Great Wei Dynasty, you are the most talented person in the lineage of Zhu Sheng, and you have the qualifications to become a saint. I thought you could make some progress in these three years away from home, but I didn't expect that in these three years, you will become a saint.
Your xinxing is gone."
"If I had known this, I wouldn't have allowed you to travel around the country back then."
Sun Jing'an was angry. He looked forward to Hua Xingyun's arrival.
But what I didn't expect was that Hua Xingyun wasn't here to deal with Xu Qingxiao? Instead, he said good things for Xu Qingxiao?
This really disappointed him, completely disappointing him.
"Sun Ru, please forgive me."
"Of course I am still a student of Zhu Sheng's lineage, but there must be some misunderstanding, and students are willing to resolve such misunderstandings. Confucian students like us are actually from the literary lineage. Brother Xu is just a little more extreme."
"He is prejudiced against the Zhu Sheng lineage, and the student is trying to make him understand that the Zhu Sheng lineage is not what he imagined. Please forgive me, Sun Ru."
Hua Xingyun said this and went to explain it to Xu Qingxiao.
"I can't say more to you."
"Xingyun, you really disappoint me."
Sun Jing'an got angry. He got up and left, unwilling to stay here.
Hua Xingyun was the only one left in the room.
He didn't speak, his face looked very calm, and his eyes were extremely complicated.
in this way.
The next day.
Mao Shi.
Outside the Wei court.
Li Yanlong walked out of his house cautiously. In the past few days, the people had been cursing him and even blocking the door and making noises.
It made him really complain.
Li Yanlong never imagined that one day going to court would become the most painful thing for him.
But it's not okay if he doesn't go to court. If he really doesn't go to court, he can't bear the crime of neglect.
Therefore, Li Yanlong could only let his servants see the scene outside and make sure that no people were waiting secretly, then he quickly went out.
It was not easy to get outside the palace.
Suddenly, many eyes fell on him.
Chen Zhengru, the Minister of Civil Affairs, had a very calm look in his eyes, which is not bad.
The look in Gu Yan's eyes, the Minister of Household Affairs, was a little strange, less angry and more contemptuous than before.
Huh? Why do you despise yourself?
The Minister of Punishment was full of contempt and sneer.
The Minister of War, on the other hand, was a little better, but he was completely disdainful.
It is better to be the Minister of Rites and not even look at myself.
As for the military attachés, they all have that weird look in their eyes, which is very weird, looking at them with a look that is partly contemptuous, partly contemptuous, partly sneering, and partly looking like a fool.
Feeling the gazes of the officials, Li Yanlong was really angry.
I didn't do anything. First I was scolded by this group of people, and then I was insulted by the common people. Now I'm fine. Everyone is looking at me as if I'm looking at something?
Is it none of my business?
I didn’t make this waterwheel?
If you want to scold me, then go scold Xu Qingxiao.
Mud, I'm in a hurry, I won't take the blame anymore.
Li Yanlong almost gritted his teeth in his heart.
At his position, the city is theoretically very deep, but the problem is that everyone has to give each other face. For example, even if I offend you, you should still smile on the surface.
Then I also laughed.
But you just insulted me and looked at me with contempt. Who can stand it?
He, Li Yanlong, is a human being, not a saint, so he really can't remain calm.
It's just that he doesn't dare to say it now. He will see it in the court later.
As long as anyone dares to scold him, he will immediately fall out, and it won't be easy for anyone to do it.
"Xuan, hundreds of officials will enter the court."
As the eunuch's voice sounded, everyone began to line up neatly and walk towards the palace.
When entering the court, all the officials were whispering and chatting, but Li Yanlong seemed a little lonely. He looked at everyone. He could also interrupt in the chat a few days ago.
But now I seem to be isolated, and I feel a little sad and uncomfortable for no reason.
But at this moment, the voice of Wang Xinzhi, the Minister of Rites, sounded.
"Master Li."
Wang Xinzhi spoke, and Li Yanlong immediately responded.
"What's the matter, Mr. Wang?"
He was a little excited. After all, it was a good thing that someone was talking to him at this time. At least he wouldn't be so embarrassed.
"Please stay away from me, you stepped on the heel of my shoe."
Wang Xinzhi said seriously.
Li Yanlong: "."
I'll step on your uncle.
Old Bangzi.
Li Yanlong cursed in his heart, but on the outside he was laughing.
"I'm sorry, Mr. Wang, I haven't had a good rest recently."
He sneered and said, after all, Wang Xinzhi is the only person who has not shown his face at present. He cannot afford to offend him. If he really offends him, the whole court will be his enemy.
Not long after, hundreds of officials entered the court and entered the main hall.
As usual, we were talking about national affairs an hour ago.
In order to alleviate the embarrassment a little, Li Yanlong spoke from time to time, talking about something that he didn't know, just hoping that everyone could chat for a while, even if one person had objections.
But every time Li Yanlong opened his mouth, all the officials were silent. They didn't say a word, neither opposed nor supported. Even His Majesty didn't speak.
The scene was very embarrassing several times.
In the end, Li Yanlong stopped talking and returned to his original position, bowing his head in silence.
I looked at the ground and found no cracks. I couldn't dig out three rooms and one living room.
Finally, an hour passed.
We have finished talking about national affairs.
At this time, the voice of the empress sounded.
"Li Aiqing, regarding the waterwheel, do you have a specific price?"
The empress spoke, she mentioned the waterwheel thing again, and at the same time observed the expressions of the officials.
Because she was not sure whether Xu Qingxiao could handle the matter well.
Although she hoped in her heart that Xu Qingxiao could solve the matter, the reality was reality. It would be difficult to convince the six ministries, military attachés and people overnight.
However, people's public opinion seems to have changed. She is very happy about this. At least people support the waterwheel.
But whether the Ministry of Finance will agree is a question, and whether the military attache will agree is also a big problem.
Even if nothing can be solved, this matter will still have to be postponed again and again.
But no matter what, I still have to mention it and at least see the reaction of the ministers.
In the court hall.
When Li Yanlong heard His Majesty's voice, he became a little excited. Finally, someone took care of him.
Take a step forward.
In an instant, all eyes gathered, and Li Yanlong's expression suddenly changed slightly.
"no!"
"It can't be said as a rule. Now I have aroused public anger and helped Xu Qingxiao take such a big blame."
"If it were still normal, it would really make countless enemies."
"I must not become an enemy of the court. None of you will agree to this waterwheel incident. I want to stop it."
"Yes! Stop the waterwheel and win the favor of other adults. In this case, I can still stand up."
Li Yanlong instantly realized his current problem.
If you dare to talk nonsense again, you might really become an enemy of the court, and then all the civil and military officials won’t want to see you, so what’s the point of playing nonsense?
Thinking about it again, the last thing the officials want now is for them to truthfully report the water tanker incident.
To put it bluntly, I just don’t want the water wheel project to be promoted, so I can’t side with His Majesty, but I can’t offend His Majesty either, so I have to be tactful.
"Your Majesty! Li Yanlong, Minister of the Ministry of Industry, pays homage to Your Majesty."
"In the past two days, I have been studying the waterwheel. I believe that fifty million taels of silver can only barely build the waterwheel required by fifty counties, but the maintenance costs, labor costs, etc.
Wait, wait, we need at least another ten million taels, or even twenty million taels."
"Therefore, I suggest that the water wheel project be temporarily slowed down, or it is best to put it aside temporarily."
Li Yanlong spoke, his words not only offended the empress, but also won the favor of the civil and military officials of the court.
You won’t talk about me now, will you?
I'll help you block the way back.
Mr. Gu, are you not angry anymore?
Li Yanlong smiled in his heart.
But as soon as he finished speaking, everyone in the court frowned slightly.
"No!"
At this time, a voice sounded.
It was the voice of Gu Yan, the Minister of Household Affairs.
As the voice sounded, Li Yanlong was stunned.
ha?
No?
Mr. Gu, did you take the wrong medicine? I am helping you.
Is this not allowed?
"Your Majesty, I have a different opinion."
Gu Yan spoke and bowed to the empress.
"Ai Qing said."
The empress spoke, also a little curious.
"I have also been studying the waterwheel in the past two days. This material will benefit the country and the people, and can increase the grain production and tax revenue of the Wei Dynasty. It is regarded as a magical tool. I believe that no matter how much the cost is, the waterwheel must be built, but at the moment the national treasury
It’s limited, and fifty counties is just right.”
"Before, I didn't understand it, but now I do."
"Therefore, I do not agree with what Li Yanlong, Minister of Industry, said, and I hope your Majesty will think again."
"At the same time, I also hope that Your Majesty will forgive the sins of the former Japanese ministers."
Gu Yan opened his mouth, first expounding his point of view, then expressing his attitude, and then taking the initiative to apologize.
This performance left Li Yanlong stunned on the spot for a moment.
Crooked sun.
Mr. Gu, wasn’t your attitude the day before yesterday?
Are you still awake?
Seventy million taels!
The treasury is gone, aren’t you a miser?
You are riding a horse, are you kidding me?
Li Yanlong was dumbfounded.
At this time, the Minister of Punishment also came out.
"Your Majesty, I also think that what Mr. Gu said is very true. Moreover, Mr. Gu was also impatient for a while. I hope that your majesty will forgive Mr. Gu."
Zhang Jing, the Minister of Punishment, also expressed his attitude and interceded for Gu Yan.
Li Yanlong was even more confused. Didn't your Punishment Department scold Gu Yan a few days ago? Why are you helping him now?
Didn't you wake up too?
Zhang Shangshu, if you scolded me, would you like me to repeat it for you?
But before Li Yanlong could react, Chen Zhengru also stepped forward.
"Your Majesty, I also believe that the waterwheel project can be a great success, and Gu Shangshu's words are indeed offensive, but I remember that Gu Shangshu is serious about his career, diligent and dedicated to the Wei Dynasty, and I hope that your majesty will forgive me.
"
Chen Zhengru spoke up.
Li Yanlong didn't think anything of it. After all, Chen Zhengru was the prime minister, and it was his duty to maintain the harmony of the court.
But, why don't you help me?
You see Gu Yan as pitiful, but you can't see Aaron as pitiful?
At this time, Li Yanlong subconsciously looked at the military attache group.
Gu Yan took the wrong medicine, so these military attachés shouldn't suffer from it, right?
However, at this moment, Duke An came out.
Li Yanlong breathed a sigh of relief.
"Your Majesty, I believe that the waterwheel will benefit the country and the people and increase the grain production of the Wei Dynasty. It is indeed a magic tool of our Wei Dynasty and can be widely promoted. In this way, the Wei Dynasty can produce a large amount of grain earlier."
"Given time, the Wei Dynasty will surely be able to return to its heyday."
An Guogong said that he did not plead for Gu Yan, which was normal. After all, he was the Duke of the country and the leader of the military attaché line, and he could not help Gu Yan.
Agreeing to promote waterwheels was just a deal with Xu Qingxiao.
But these words were somewhat surprising to everyone, and the Confucian officials were all shocked.
But the one who was most shocked was Li Yanlong.
Damn it, are you joining forces to play with me?
I supported it the day before yesterday, but you opposed it?
Today I am against it, do you support it?
When did the water in the court become so deep?
My lords, I beg you, don’t play with me, Aaron can’t control it.
On the Dragon Throne.
The empress was also surprised. She was calm on the outside, but she couldn't help but feel overwhelmed inside.
one day!
one day!
In just one day, Xu Qingxiao had all the negotiations with the Ministry of Revenue, the military attachés and the people.
What kind of talent does Xu Qingxiao have?
It was actually possible to get all three major forces to compromise in one day.
These methods are really evil.
However, the shock inside me quickly subsided.
She is the empress, the emperor of the Wei Dynasty. No matter what happens, she must remain calm.
So, she spoke slowly.
"Since Gu Aiqing is just anxious for a moment, I remember that Gu Shangshu is doing it for the Wei Dynasty after all, so forget it. It is just a matter of promoting the waterwheel. Gu Aiqing will also participate in it as a punishment. I need you to do your best, do you understand?"
The empress said this.
"Your Majesty! I accept the order! Thank you for your forgiveness, Your Majesty!"
Gu Yan thanked the empress, then stood up and returned to his original position. The other two ministers and An Guogong also returned to their positions.
In the main hall.
Only Li Yanlong was left standing in the middle.
The empress' gaze also fell on him.
"Li Aiqing."
"I asked you to estimate the cost, but I didn't ask you to make suggestions. Now that the Ministry of Household Affairs has agreed to allocate funds, you can start making arrangements."
"You don't need to participate in the rest, do you understand?"
The empress' voice sounded slightly reproachful.
Everyone agreed, but you have to come to cause trouble today?
Li Yanlong? What are your intentions?
Hearing what the empress said, Li Yanlong was completely speechless.
He is so tired.
My heart hurts so much.
Even His Majesty blames himself?
From beginning to end, what did I, Aaron, do wrong?
Is it none of my business?
Li Yanlong was really sad. If he hadn't been so young, he might have cried on the spot.
It's so wronged.
It’s so un-human work.
The water in the court is too deep, Aaron, I can't control it.
But no matter how aggrieved he was, Aaron, oh, no, Li Yanlong still said bravely.
"I know, I understand, and I will handle this matter well."
Li Yanlong admitted his mistake three times in a row, then returned to his position, lowered his head, and tried hard to find a gap.
"In that case, the matter of the waterwheel has been decided like this. Chen Zhengru, I have ordered you to take the lead in supervising the promotion of the waterwheel. The Ministry of Household Affairs, the Ministry of Punishment, the Ministry of War, and the Ministry of Industry will do their best to cooperate."
"Then Xu Qingxiao from the Household Department will be temporarily appointed as his deputy to assist Chen Aiqing."
"Within seven days, I want the waterwheel project to be implemented and promoted."
The empress spoke every word with utmost seriousness.
"I obey the order!"
"Long live my emperor! Long live!"
All the officials spoke in unison.
The empress stood up and left, retreating from the court.
After leaving the court.
All civil and military officials also left the hall one after another.
Li Yanlong was a little lost, but after leaving the hall, Li Yanlong couldn't bear it anymore.
He must reveal the person behind the scenes. He, Li Yanlong, cannot and cannot shoulder the blame.
"Master Gu, Master Gu."
Li Yanlong walked quickly and called Gu Yan directly. At that moment, many officials stopped and looked at Li Yanlong.
"Master Gu, I have something to talk to Master Gu about."
"Actually, this waterwheel is not my imagination, but"
Li Yanlong spoke, suppressing his voice, wanting to tell Gu Yan the truth.
However, Gu Yan looked indifferent and said,
"It's Xu Qingxiao, Xu Shouren, right?"
Gu Yan spoke directly, not letting the other party talk about it.
Li Yanlong: "???"
How did you know?
Who told you that?
Li Yanlong was stunned. He didn't expect that the other party actually guessed it?
"I've known for a long time that this waterwheel is a magical weapon that can benefit the country. Mr. Li, you don't really think you have this talent, do you?"
Gu Yan spoke coldly.
He knew it was Xu Qingxiao who did it. It was very good. It was very good. It was an artifact that benefited the country. What happened?
"No, no, Mr. Gu, are you not angry?"
Li Yanlong didn't know what to say.
"Why should I be angry?"
"Master Li, if you are fine, don't delay me any longer. I will leave first."
Gu Yan was a little curious, why was he angry?
After saying that, leave directly.
Li Yanlong was left confused.
Isn't this unreasonable?
Why aren't you angry?
"An Guo Gong, An Guo Gong!"
Seeing that Gu Yan was not angry, Li Yanlong immediately went to find Duke An Guo.
However, before he walked over, he heard An Guogong and others discussing.
"This Li Yanlong doesn't think that he made this artifact that benefits the country, right?"
"It's really ridiculous. Shouren's nephew is so talented, but he, Li Yanlong, is nothing."
"This waterwheel is a divine weapon. Nephew Shouren is really a monster."
They discussed, and Li Yanlong heard them clearly.
this moment.
He was completely stunned.
He really almost cried.
These bastards.
The waterwheel was first pushed out, saying it was mine, but you scolded me until I was completely covered with water.
Now that you know it belongs to Xu Qingxiao, you are all praising it? Returning the artifact to the benefit of the country?
Why did you scold this thing the day before yesterday?
OK.
OK.
You don’t treat Aaron as a human being, do you?
Okay! Remember it for me, a bunch of old guys!
Remember them all!
When you die, I won't pay you a penny.
And this Xu Qingxiao, I must find an explanation.
Thinking of this, Li Yanlong stormed off to find Xu Qingxiao.