Zhao Yun was also depressed because unscrupulous squires and local elders used various means to concentrate land, leaving the people landless, reduced to abject poverty, and unable to survive. Naturally, he became more and more dissatisfied with the court, believing that all this was caused by the court's incompetence.
What is even more troublesome is that behind the local squires, there are often people from the government, or even high-ranking officials in the ministry. You can imagine how difficult it is to deal with them.
Of course, this is not the only reason for the collapse of the country. In addition to the oppression of the people by the local unscrupulous gentry, the corruption of the court officials is also a big reason.
But no matter how many reasons there are, someone has to bear it all in the end. The one who is bearing it now is the court. In the eyes of the people who cannot survive, all bad things are done by the court.
Zhao Yun then walked down the imperial steps, walked in front of Qiao Xingjian, and said sincerely: "Qing family, I want to reform the government, rectify the court and the place, rebuild the world, make the people happy, and make the Song Dynasty strong and prosperous in the world. I hope that
The Qing family helps me."
Qiao Xingjian felt a sudden thought. She didn't expect that Zhao Yun would have such an idea. If Zhao Yun really wanted to do what Zhao Yun said just now, the effort would not be rectification, but reform.
Are you talking about the reform casually? Which of the ministers who have presided over the reform since ancient times has a good ending!
Moreover, even if you are not afraid of death, you still have to have that ability.
Qiao Xingjian raised his hand sincerely and apologized: "Your Majesty, please forgive me. Your Majesty, please don't think that I can entrust you with big things just because I said a few words. In fact, I know my abilities myself. I can explain the truth and the reasons.
I may not repeat it for three days and three nights, but if you really have to do something, it will really be beyond your capabilities."
Zhao Yun was stunned for a moment, what do you mean by this? Could it be that you are a big talker and can only talk but not do anything?
Zhao Yun didn't believe it. Qiao Xingjian was a very capable person no matter what, and he was not as capable as he said.
Zhao Yun also said that he was being modest, and said with a smile: "The Qing family does not need to be modest, let alone be afraid of trouble. I don't know the kind of people who are eager for quick success, let alone the kind of people who burn bridges when crossing rivers. The Qing family does not have to worry."
Qiao Xingjian waved his hands hurriedly, then bowed and said sincerely: "Your Majesty has misunderstood. I am not afraid of death. Since I dare to say what I just said, I am not afraid of death. What I am afraid of is missing your Majesty's important event.
If your Majesty is not worried, then I will follow your Majesty's arrangements and be shattered to pieces without any complaints. I only have one wish, and that is that no matter what the outcome is, my family will not be affected."
Qiao Xingjian's words made the heat in Zhao Yun's heart cool down a lot. Zhao Yun looked at Qiao Xingjian carefully and saw that his expression didn't seem to be fake. Could it be that he really knew himself and knew that he was not useful?
"No matter what, the Qing family's words still make me a little happy. At least they let me know that there are still people in the court who tell the truth."
"It is my duty to serve the king with loyal advice. As long as your majesty wants to hear it, I will continue to say so in the future."
"That's great. It's getting late. The Qing family must be tired too. Let's go back first."
"Yes, Your Majesty, I will take my leave."
After Qiao Xingjian left, Zhao Yun couldn't help but put Qiao Xingjian and Cui together. Zhao Yun knew that they all understood the difficulties faced by the Song Dynasty, but in the face of such difficulties, they all felt powerless to struggle.
, without the firm will to change the predicament.
"Why."
Letting such people be helpers and reforming the law for oneself is also an unsafe thing. Zhao Yun felt disappointed and sighed helplessly.
Later, Zhao Yun thought of Chen Guiyi again. This man was upright, young and powerful. In his prime, he had a low official position and a good family background. He was a talented person with ideals and had not been tarnished by the officialdom. If he was cultivated, he would be the best in the future.
It can be used.
While he was feeling emotional, Gao Shi came over in small steps, walked up to Zhao Yun and said, "Your Majesty, Mr. Zheng would like to see you."
Without even thinking about it, Zhao Yun knew that he must be here because of Chen Xianjun's affairs. Zhao Yun waved his hand and said, "Tell Zheng Qing's family that I'm tired. If you have anything to do, we'll talk to you tomorrow."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
Gao Shi was stunned. He didn't expect that Zhao Yun would not even see Zheng Qingzhi. However, this was not Gao Shi's concern. He agreed and went to deliver the message in person.
Outside the palace gate, Zheng Qingzhi and Chen Xianjun were waiting anxiously. Chen Xianjun looked even more panicked, and his body was still shaking.
Zheng Qingzhi was surprised when he saw Qiao Xingjian coming out of the palace. The two raised their hands to greet him, and Zheng Qingzhi said: "I have been dismissed from office, why did you enter the palace? Is it because you were summoned by the officials?"
Qiao Xingjian nodded and said, "It's true that I was summoned by the officials, but there's nothing wrong. I just asked a few questions on official business. Why are you here, sir?"
Zheng Qingzhi looked at the insignificant Chen Xianjun, felt a little embarrassed, and said: "Oh, it's nothing. I'm just here to ask for an audience with the officials. Please report some government affairs. It's not a big deal."
"I see."
After saying a few polite words, Qiao Xingjian left.
"Why did the officials summon him alone?"
Zheng Qingzhi looked at Qiao Xingjian's back, thoughtfully, and seemed a little uneasy.
Not long after, Gao Shi came to deliver a message. Gao Shi said: "Mr. Zheng, I'm tired of the official talk. If you have anything to say, I'll talk to you tomorrow."
"The officials don't see me?"
Zheng Qingzhi was stunned and looked at Gao Shi in disbelief, as if Gao Shi had deceived him, but he knew that this was impossible because Zhao Yun was already the real emperor and no one dared to falsely tell him what he said.
Gao Shi turned around and left. Chen Xianjun was so anxious that he jumped up and down. "Sir, what should we do?"
Zheng Qingzhi was still hesitant and hesitant. He didn't know why Zhao Yun had changed so drastically towards him. When he thought of Qiao Xingjian entering the palace, Zheng Qingzhi looked panicked.
"Could it be?" Zheng Qingzhi thought of a possibility and was suddenly horrified.
"Sir, what should we do now that the official is gone? Why don't you find your colleagues and find ways to do it?"
Chen Xianjun said everything at this time, just asking for his escape as soon as possible. Now he regretted it to death. He also felt that he was obsessed with how he could do such a thing.
Zheng Qingzhi suddenly became angry and shouted: "How do I know what to do! You idiot, I asked you to entertain the Jin delegation, but I didn't ask you to arrest the imperial official. Now even I have been implicated by you, get out."
After scolding, Zheng Qingzhi got into the sedan chair and went back to his home.
Returning to his residence, Zheng Qingzhi immediately wrote a memorial, saying that he suddenly felt unwell and could not get up. He asked to resign as Prime Minister Zuo and ordered someone to send him to the palace. Then he fell ill and lay in bed unable to get up. At the same time,
They also closed the door to thank guests and saw no one.
Funing Hall, study room.
Zhao Yun looked at Zheng Qingzhi's resignation letter, smiled, and reviewed it: "No, I hope the Qing family will take on important responsibilities again."
Later, Zhao Yun said to Gao Shi: "Gao Shi, go visit Zheng Qing's house on my behalf and tell him to concentrate on recuperating and not to be burdened. He can continue to be on duty after he recovers."