All of this was connected one after another, and Zhao Yun did all this because Zheng Qingzhi could not help Zhao Yun carry out reforms, which Zhao Yun could not tolerate.
This also shows Zhao Yun's determination to change.
Qiao Xingjian wanted to understand all this, and then remembered what Zhao Yun said when he summoned him a few days ago, and finally fully understood what Zhao Yun was thinking.
Qiao Xingjian was filled with emotion and said: "The determination of the officials to reform and the depth of their calculations at every step are really shocking."
As expected by Zhen Dexiu, some opportunistic officials saw that Chen Guiyi was still impeaching Zheng Qingzhi and began to tentatively submit memorials. Official public opinion became increasingly negative for Zheng Qingzhi.
Even though Zheng Qingzhi was "bedridden" at this time and had no interest in political affairs, he still felt a lot of pressure and had no choice. Zheng Qingzhi wrote a second resignation letter and sent it to Zhao Yun.
Zhao Yun looked at the fold, shook his head, smiled bitterly, and commented: "No, I hope your family will take good care of themselves and contribute to the country in the future."
Zhao Yun expressed his intention to retain and trust Zheng Qingzhi, but this did not affect Chen Guiyi and others from continuing to attack Zheng Qingzhi.
In addition, Qiao Xingjian, Cheng Jue, Zhen Dexiu and other senior officials in the ministry were silently watching this. Zheng Qingzhi felt really depressed, so he made a third excuse and continued to resign.
There are only three things that can be done. This time, Zhao Yun had to take it seriously. Instead of criticizing, he summoned Zheng Qingzhi who was still on sick leave, expressed his reluctance to him face to face, and offered to persuade him to stay.
Zhao Yun had a look of reluctance and said with regret: "The Qing family is my family and the pillar of the country. If the Qing family resigns, who do you want me to trust?"
Zheng Qingzhi didn't want to resign, he wished he could be prime minister for another hundred years, but the official reputation and public sentiment dictated it, and he had more or less guessed Zhao Yun's intention in this, so he couldn't leave even if he didn't want to.
Zheng Qingzhi looked guilty and said: "Your Majesty, I don't know the person well and misappointed Chen Xianjun, which caused the dissatisfaction of all the officials in the dynasty. I feel guilty and feel that I am unable to assume the position of prime minister, so I have repeatedly asked to resign for the sake of the family and the country.
I also ask for your majesty’s permission.”
Zhao Yun advised: "You don't need to take the words of the officials seriously. When the court meeting comes, I will scold the officials, especially Chen Guiyi. I can't spare him."
As he spoke, Zhao Yun became excited and summoned Gao Shi, who asked him to go to the political hall to deliver the order, saying that Chen Guiyi would be dismissed from office, but was persuaded by Zheng Qingzhi to stop him.
Zheng Qingzhi spoke earnestly and said: "Your Majesty, you are a king, how can you change your orders overnight for the sake of a minister? If this is true, the history books will scold the minister to death."
"Why."
Zhao Yun sighed deeply and had no choice but to accept Zheng Qingzhi's resignation, and gave him three thousand guan of money and hundreds of pieces of brocade, allowing him to go home, entertain his grandchildren, and enjoy family happiness.
Zheng Qingzhi solemnly thanked him and left Funing Hall.
Zheng Qingzhi left the palace, and his son Zheng Shichang was waiting at the entrance of the palace.
Zheng Shichang came up to him and said, "Father, it's okay to leave the court. You are old, so go home and rest."
Zheng Qingzhi said: "When an official abandons his father, it is because he is unable to cope with the government affairs. It is not because the official is ruthless."
With that said, Zheng Qingzhi patted Zheng Shichang on the shoulder and said: "Son, my father still has some respect from the officials. You study hard. You will be among the top three in high school in this year's imperial examination. Our Zheng family can still be rich and prosperous."
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Zheng Shichang didn't think too much. He just let everything take its course, helped Zheng Qingzhi into the sedan, and got up from the sedan to go home.
After Zheng Qingzhi left, the news that his resignation was approved quickly spread throughout the political hall. Some people who supported Zheng Qingzhi but did not see through Zhao Yun's intentions were naturally surprised and blamed this fact on Chen Guiyi, thinking that he forced him to leave.
Zheng Qingzhi.
A mere Chen Guiyi actually forced away the dignified Prime Minister Zuo. How unworthy is this?
So when Chen Guiyi came to the Hubu Yamen as an errand, many colleagues and scribes were dissatisfied with him and looked at Chen Guiyi one after another.
However, Chen Guiyi didn't care at all and just handled the errands assigned to him by Zhen Dexiu without any sloppiness.
However, Chen Guiyi forced Zheng Qingzhi away, which also made Chen Guiyi famous in the officialdom, and he gradually gained official reputation capital.
Funing Hall, back garden.
Zhao Yun was fishing leisurely at this time, enjoying a rare moment of relaxation.
"Gao Shi, let's go see Chen Guiyi."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
"Forget it, don't go. If these little things make people worry, then I don't have to place high hopes on him."
Thinking of Chen Guiyi's first day as an errand in the Ministry of Finance, Zhao Yun couldn't help but feel a little worried, worried that the people in the Ministry of Finance would wear small shoes for him.
However, Zhao Yun then thought about it. With Chen Guiyi's character, no one would dare to blatantly bully him.
So Zhao Yun continued to concentrate on fishing.
Not long after, Ge Hong, the Minister of Rites, came to see him holding a brochure.
Zhao Yun was a little surprised. This guy usually couldn't see other people when he wasn't in court. It was strange that he took the initiative to come today.
"I would like to ask your Majesty's forgiveness for interrupting your Majesty's pleasure."
"It doesn't matter."
Zhao Yun responded and said: "Qing family, you are a rare guest. Among the six ministers, you are the least seen. Hahaha,,,"
Zhao Yun smiled and asked: "The Qing family is here, but you have something to report?"
Ge Hong nodded and said: "Your Majesty, you are over 20 years old and have already reached the age of marriage. I have consulted with my colleagues in the Ministry of Rites and ask your Majesty to get married as soon as possible, appoint a queen, give birth to a dragon heir, and then appoint him as a prince. In this way,
Our country, the Song Dynasty, will last for thousands of generations."
"Stop, stop, stop,,,"
Zhao Yun felt dizzy when he heard this. He was still alone. You opened your mouth and even brought up the issue of establishing a heir apparent. Did you think you were cooking when you gave birth? You bought the food and started the feast right away?
Zhao Yun pressed his hand to stop him and stopped Ge Hong's words. Zhao Yun said: "Now the imperial court is still suppressing Li Quan's rebellion, and everything is busy, so this matter should be discussed later."
Ge Hong had no intention of stopping. He said: "Your Majesty, your marriage is the biggest event in our Song Dynasty. How can Li Quan's rebellion be compared with it? Moreover, our Song Dynasty has a vast territory and billions of people. What year and what year?
Nothing happened in the month? So, how can we delay His Majesty's life-long events just because of some trivial matters?"
As he spoke, Ge Hong raised the book in his hand high and said: "Your Majesty, I and my colleagues in the Ministry of Rites have selected the daughters of the boudoirs of ministers from various ministries, a total of forty-six people. Here is the list. Your Majesty, please see it in person.
If Your Majesty wishes, you can select six to nine women to be canonized as beauties, and you can also canonize them as queens in the future."
"Forty-six people? Choose six? Choose nine?"
When Zhao Yun heard this, he didn't know whether it was surprise or surprise, his eyes widened.
Subconsciously, Zhao Yun took the roster and saw that it contained the names, ages, looks, temperaments and other information of the daughters of various ministers. Zhao Yun didn't know what to do.