He didn't seem to notice the hesitation in Guo Rong's tone, and Chang Si's aging face showed anticipation as he said, "I hope Guo Lang can make some suggestions to the emperor and speak for me to avoid this disaster!"
"Mr. Chang!" Guo Rong frowned and said in a deep voice: "Although Rong is a Privy Councilor, I'm afraid he is powerless in this matter! The imperial court has its own system, and the emperor's will is unpredictable. He will not act against any act of over-control and tyranny.
, which is deeply evil. If I say anything rashly, I'm afraid it will be unsightly!"
Of course, Guo Rong's words did not convince Chang Si. He only saw his old face sinking and said: "Guo Lang is now in a high position in the court. He made outstanding achievements in the Huainan battle and was deeply trusted by the emperor. If you can do it for me,
Talk, I think the emperor will give you some face!"
After saying that, seeing Guo Rong being silent, Chang Si said again: "If Wen Zhong is here, I will look for him myself, but he is currently working in Xiangzhou, so he can only find you!"
After saying that, he stood up and bowed and said: "The safety, honor and disgrace of dozens of members of my family, young and old, all depend on you. Considering our past friendship, I still hope you will speak respectfully!"
Seeing Chang Si's gesture, Guo Rong couldn't help but sigh heavily. Although he didn't want to get into trouble, Chang Si put Guo Wei in a difficult position and had to consider it.
Chang Si was an old man who had a close friendship with Guo Wei and was very kind to him. Guo Wei was lonely and helpless when he was young, and lived in Chang Si's house for food and clothing. Later, when he reached a high position, he still called him his uncle and treated him as his father.
Therefore, now that Guo Wei is away, Guo Rong is the representative of the Guo family in Tokyo. Changsi is decayed and old. He humbles himself like this and asks for help. No matter what, he must have an explanation.
Of course, after Chang Si stepped into the Guo Mansion, Guo Rongshi had to take a dip in this muddy water. Moreover, Guo Rong was worried, feeling that there were mysteries and dangers hidden under the turbidity.
In Guo Rong's impression, the emperor had always been sensible and wise, so how could he allow Wang Jingchong to act arbitrarily and illegally?
Chang Si has already completed the festival of three towns, not to mention the generals in other places.
If Wang Jingchong continues to struggle, there will really be chaos, and the Tokyo court is even more emotional and worried...
Various thoughts flashed through his mind. Guo Rong stood up and helped Chang Si up. He said sadly: "Mr. Chang, get up. How can I deserve this gift? If it gets to my father's ears, I'm afraid I won't be blamed!"
"Guo Lang, this is agreed!" Noting Guo Rong's expression, Chang Si's eyes became more hopeful.
After thinking seriously for a while, Guo Rong said to Chang Si seriously: "Mr. Chang, please forgive me for speaking bluntly. Although Wang Jingchong is arrogant, after Liu Zhu, he did not dare to act too hastily. Even in Luzhou, safety is very dangerous.
Guaranteed. But now that you have left your post without permission and secretly come to Beijing to pay a private visit to the Guo Mansion, this move is extremely inappropriate and inappropriate. It shows a guilty conscience and goes against the truth..."
Hearing what Guo Rong said, Chang Si's old face changed, he beat his thigh, and said angrily: "I was so frightened that I couldn't choose a way. How about I rush back to Luzhou immediately?"
Guo Rong shook his head directly and said: "Now that I have come to Beijing and entered the city, can I still hide it from my ears and eyes?"
There was a strange light in his eyes, and he said to Chang Si: "In this way, tonight Duke Chang will stay in the palace temporarily. Tomorrow morning, I will go to the palace with you to see your majesty. You can confess your sins to your majesty. I will be by your side then."
In order to advise you, your majesty may give me some sympathy!"
"Thank you Guo Lang!" After receiving Guo Rong's assurance, Chang Si finally felt relieved.
Seeing this, Guo Rong added quietly: "I heard that Mr. Chang's family has a fortune of one hundred thousand yuan and a lot of property. I can donate it to the national treasury to relieve the family's difficulties..."
Chang Si was frugal by nature and made a living in Luzhou. After a few years, his family fortune was quite rich. As the saying goes, if a fly does not bite a flawless egg, the Jiedu generals targeted by Wang Jingchong would be enough to be sent to prison
sin.
As for Chang Si's reputation as an official, Guo Rong also heard about it, but in his heart, he was a little disgusted.
Hearing what Guo Rong said, Chang Si showed a look of pain on his face. He hesitated for a while, then faced Guo Rong's eyes, gritted his teeth and said, "Okay!"
After the discussion, he ordered his servant Yin Changsi to retreat, while Guo Rong was pacing in the room with a very uncomfortable expression. He stood in front of the window and looked through the window lattice to the courtyard. The vegetation was sparse, the cool breeze was blowing, and there were shadows everywhere.
After standing there for a long time, he couldn't help but sigh: "Trouble!"
"Husband, after a hard day's work, it's already late, so you should go back to your room and rest!" Mrs. Liu entered and said to Guo Rong.
Listening to the gentle voice of his good wife, Guo Rong couldn't help but calm down. He turned around, with no trace of dignity on his face, and said softly: "Da Lang, where is Er Lang?"
"They've all gone to bed!"
...
In the Chongzheng Hall, Guo Rong and Chang Si stood respectfully below. After listening to Chang Si's apology plea, Liu Chengyou looked at Chang Si playfully. Under the emperor's gaze, Chang Si looked very embarrassed and his eyes couldn't help but squint.
Guo Rong winked at him, but Guo Rong seemed unaware.
He was a little panicked, but when he met the emperor's eyes, Chang Si said respectfully: "Your Majesty, I live in Luzhou. The people of Lu are responsible for the 60,000 yuan of silk. I am willing to use coupons to advance!"
As he spoke, he took out a stack of bonds from his sleeve and handed it to Zhang Dejun to present to Liu Chengyou. After he finished speaking, both Liu Chengyou and Guo Rong frowned. They took it and glanced at it for a while, Liu Chengyou secretly thought, this is what he often thought
, living up to the name of "aggregation", there are quite a few methods.
"I accept Chang Qing's kindness!" With a faint smile, Liu Chengyou stood up and walked towards the furnace in the palace. He placed the stack of coupons on the ground and put them into the charcoal, and the flames quickly engulfed them.
Turning around, Liu Chengyou stared at Chang Si, only to see that his old face was a little pale, and said in a deep voice: "Chang Qing is old and has to travel back and forth. This time he went to Beijing to report on his work, he should work in Tokyo. It can relieve him from the hard work.
Ku. In this case, I regard you as the Minister of the Ministry of Industry. Now that Tokyo is undergoing major repairs, you can help take care of this matter!"
After dismissing Chang Si directly, Liu Chengyou looked at Guo Rong and saw that his face was as calm as usual. Although Guo Rong didn't say a word for Chang Si from beginning to end, the attitude of others stood here. Liu Chengyou felt it,
So I gave him face.
"Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty!" Guo Rong paid his respects after Chang Si retreated.
Liu Chengyou looked at Guo Rong and understood what he meant, and just said calmly: "I can understand that you miss the old friendship! However, I can honestly say that the poverty of Lu people is a big mistake. Although he is a veteran, he has some practices.
, it’s really intolerable!”
Guo Rong responded: "I understand!"
"Guo Qing, does he know why I asked Chang Si to stay in Beijing and participate in city construction?" Liu Chengyou asked, staring at Guo Rong.
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"I understand!" Guo Rong said again.
"He is old after all, and I'm afraid that his mind will be dull and he won't be able to discern his meaning!" Liu Chengyou said.
Guo Rong still said the same thing: "I understand!"
Seeing this, Liu Chengyou finally showed a reserved smile: "Then leave it to Guo Qing to enlighten Yu Changsi!"
"yes!"
After Guo Rong withdrew, Liu Chengyou's expression gradually became dull. He summoned Li Fang and asked, "How many memorials have been issued to impeach Wang Jingchong during this period?"
"Your Majesty, there are a total of one hundred and seventy-six reports!" Li Fang said: "Officials from all levels of the imperial court and various ministries and departments have submitted reports!"
"They are all connected together to put pressure on me!" Liu Chengyou said coldly.
After hearing these heartbreaking words, Li Fang lowered his head and did not dare to answer the question.
After thinking for a while, Liu Chengyou asked Li Fang: "Mingyuan, do you think I should summon Wang Jingchong back to deal with it at the invitation of the officials?"
After hearing the question, Li Fang thought for a while and responded with some caution: "Your Majesty, it is not unusual for hundreds of officials to be invited at the same time. This is the first time since the founding of the Han Dynasty. No matter what, your Majesty should pay attention to it, and the courtiers should pay attention to it." The request made with one heart and one mind is reasonable, and I hope Your Majesty will think twice!"
Glancing at Li Fang, Liu Chengyou's indifferent expression became more solemn. Even his close ministers had this attitude. Although Li Fang did not say it outright, he implicitly criticized it.
This was the first time that Liu Chengyou truly felt the backlash from civil servants, just because of Wang Jingchong? Not only...
"Maybe it's time to settle this matter..." Liu Chengyou murmured in a voice that only he could hear clearly.