Chapter 445: Di Pangpang returns to Beijing, the people are happy and the Buddhists are depressed
"Back!"
Di Renjie stood on the bow of the boat with his belly puffed out, looking at the familiar scenery of Luoyang and showing a friendly smile.
This time when he was patrolling the south of the Yangtze River, he quelled banditry, cured prostitution and rituals, and managed the water transportation in an orderly manner. Therefore, he was awarded the post of Jiangnan Road Transport Envoy. He was one of the first high-ranking officials appointed by the saints after the establishment of the Cao Department.
The upstart who is looking at him with special attention is even a strong contender for the position of prime minister in the future.
Di Renjie didn't know that in this year in history, he had just been transferred from Bingzhou to the capital. Then step by step, he gradually stood out until he had accumulated a lot of experience. However, because of his old age, he had only been prime minister for four years.
Then he passed away and passed away.
At this time, Di Renjie knew very well that at his current age, he had reached this point, and he would make great achievements next, contribute to this prosperous world, and welcome the arrival of the prosperous age of the Tang Dynasty!
In comparison, Ming Chongyan standing next to him was not so grand. He was also very happy, thinking that he could take off his Taoist robe and put on the noble Fei robe.
Just as he was happily thinking about his promotion, Di Renjie's voice came: "Chongyan, there are more ships coming and going in Bei City, and the dock seems to be much empty. What's going on?"
Ming Chongyan was well-informed and said with a smile: "This is your Majesty's order. On the basis of the North City and the South City, the West Market has been opened. Many shops have been moved there. The North City, as a water transport terminal, looks more orderly.
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Di Renjie said: "Your Majesty is wise, the Eastern Capital has goods and goods from various states brought into the capital, and commerce is prosperous. The original two squares and markets are indeed not enough, and that is exactly what it should be."
Ming Chongyan praised: "Your Majesty also ordered a small force to be organized to dredge the river from the east to Guanzhong. Once the river is unblocked, Guanzhong will not have to worry about the loss of rice and grain. This also has Di Gong rectifying the south of the Yangtze River, which greatly increases the canal transport volume."
What a credit!”
Di Renjie smiled and said: "Chongyan is ridiculous. Although the south of the Yangtze River is an important land for water transportation, the eastern capital is the most important in the world. The Caosi Bureau will next use work as a relief to organize the young people who have no land to cultivate around Heluo.
Providing them with livelihood security and not letting Ding Li sit idle is the long-term consideration..."
The two discussed the development of Caosi, and Ming Chongyan listened carefully and benefited a lot.
Di Renjie was also willing to teach him. After he went to Jiangnan and contacted Ming Chongyan, he was sure that this person was one of his own. No wonder Liulang dared to trust him with confidence. It was indeed thanks to Ming Chongyan's protection that he was able to avoid danger several times.
However, Di Renjie disliked the Plum Blossom Internal Guard organization very much, and he knew that going down this road would not end well. Seeing that Ming Chongyan wanted to jump out, he naturally reciprocated the favor and wanted to help him.
As the two chatted, the ship soon officially sailed into the inner pool where it was moored. From a distance, they saw the chubby Qiu Shenji and the increasingly taller Shangguan Wan'er waiting at the edge of the pier.
After all, Ming Chongyan was still the deputy leader of the Meihua Internal Guard. At this time, he deliberately avoided, and disappeared without a trace.
When Qiu Shenji saw Di Renjie whom he hadn't seen for a long time, he greeted him with a big smile. Wan'er, who was wearing a veil, also happily called out: "Uncle Di! Uncle Di!"
When Di Renjie walked off the deck, he was filled with joy of meeting again after a long absence. Qiu Shenji even waved his hand: "I have already arranged the best banquet in the West Market to welcome Huaiying and wash away the dust! Let's go!"
Di Renjie got on his horse with a smile and headed towards the now popular Western Market.
Along the way, he saw pedestrians on the street, all of whom were beaming with joy. Di Renjie couldn't help but be curious: "Is this a big happy event?"
Qiu Shenji's voice was excited: "Of course it is a great event. The king's army who conquered Silla is about to return to the court and offer prisoners to the saint. Liu Lang is also coming back!"
Wan'er said proudly: "Master and General Liu destroyed Silla, and now their reputation is being praised in the streets!"
Di Renjie said sincerely: "Although Silla is a small country, it has always been disobedient to us, the Tang Dynasty, and has the intention of embezzling Goryeo and Baekje. To destroy it this time will indeed cut off the disaster and boost people's hearts!"
Looking back at the early days of the Gojong Dynasty, it can be said that there were great military achievements and all the barbarians surrendered. The tragic defeat of Dafeichuan became a turning point. The four towns of Anxi were dismissed. The trade routes in the Western Regions were not smooth. Even small countries like Silla dared to have a disobedient heart.
Fortunately, Tubo was suppressed and Tuyuhun was recovered. Now Silla is destroyed, Liaodong is taken over, and the country is restored to its former strength. Every Tang Dynasty person is proud of it.
But then, Di Renjie noticed that the monks walking on the street were walking in a hurry, their expressions were solemn, and he asked curiously: "What happened to them again?"
Wan'er's eyes flashed, while Qiu Shenji said calmly: "It is those Silla Buddhist temples that strongly demand to bear taxes and corvees. Now they have been initially implemented in the Jilin Road Dudu Mansion. Now every temple denounces them as enemies of Buddhism. It is said that there are many more
The eminent monk is going to Jilin Road to discuss the Dharma with him."
Qiu Shenji still believes in Buddhism. Even if there is a lot of blood on his hands, he still believes that Buddha will approve of his punishment of rape and evil. If there is a conflict between Buddhism and the secular world, they will naturally favor Buddhism, but the Buddhist forces in the two places are fighting.
, that is an internal dispute, and he is too lazy to pay attention to it.
Di Renjie thought that Liu Lang obviously didn't like Buddhism, and then saw Wan'er's snickering look, and he knew it in his mind. He couldn't help laughing and said: "The Buddhist temple actually took the initiative to pay taxes. This is a great merit for the country and the people!"
Wan'er nodded repeatedly: "Yes, yes!"
In an atmosphere where the people were jubilant and the Buddhists were depressed, the three arrived at the Western Market.
"The Yang family in Hongnong encountered thieves in their Shanggufang and killed them all. The Criminal Department and Dali Temple were helpless, so they left the case to the internal guards. In the end, no clues could be found, and not even a suspect could be caught.
It's not like Rokuro can capture a group of people at once, if this continues, the inner prison will almost be empty..."
Qiu Shenji was complaining about the major cases that had happened recently. Wan'er looked in all directions and whispered: "Uncle Qiu, Uncle Di, the minister is in front."
Qiu Shenji's face darkened when he heard this, and Di Renjie also looked over.
Not far away, surrounded in the middle, was indeed Lai Heng, the late emperor's auxiliary minister and one of the five prime ministers.
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! But compared with the infinite glory in the past, Lai Heng was in low spirits and looked tired at this time, until he was reminded by people around him, with a gray face.
Only then did he reveal a deep-seated hatred and looked over with gritted teeth: "Di Huaiying!"
Di Renjie looked at him calmly, neither evading nor sarcastic, but this kind of equal gaze, in Lai Heng's opinion, was already the greatest harm.
These two people had never interacted with each other before. Lai Heng was superior. His father was a close confidant of Emperor Yang of the Sui Dynasty, his brother was the prime minister of the dynasty, and he was also the prime minister. He did not look down on people like Di Renjie, who was born in a local county.
As a result, the mess he had left in Jiangnan was finally resolved by Di Renjie immediately, and the task was completed beautifully. There is no greater hatred in the officialdom than this.
People with different political views may seek common ground while reserving differences. This contrast in ability to differentiate between superiors and inferiors makes Lai Heng lose face and leaves no room for relaxation.
At this time, the enemy was extremely jealous when they met. Seeing the other person approaching with red eyes, Qiu Shenji snorted coldly, took a step forward, and glared at him fiercely: "Let me see who dares to disturb my happy event of fetching the wind for my friend!"
Lai Heng's heart palpitated, and the disciples and old officials around him dispersed faintly, and finally they all retreated to the side.
Di Renjie was quite surprised, while Wan'er explained with a smile: "Uncle Qiu is so majestic now. Not only the nobles in Guanzhong, but also these evil people with evil intentions are afraid of you like a tiger!"
Qiu Shenji grinned proudly: "Wan'er praised me so much that I feel embarrassed. This old guy is going to retire and return to his hometown. He thinks he is a powerful prime minister. It's time for him to wake up!"
Di Renjie frowned slightly: "Is the minister going to leave?"
Qiu Shenji curled his lips and said, "I want to thank His Majesty for his kindness and allow him to retire with dignity. If we let our inner guards investigate, he will definitely be dragged to the inner prison and hanged for what he committed!"
As the three of them talked, they entered the best restaurant in Xie's Chamber of Commerce in the West Market and took their seats. Seeing Di Renjie's expression serious, Qiu Shenji waved his hand and stepped back.
Di Renjie picked up the cup and sipped the good tea, moistened his throat, and asked: "I wonder who will succeed the minister after he retires?"
Qiu Shenji said: "I think Huaiying can be the prime minister with his talent!"
Di Renjie shook his head: "You can't say this. I have little qualifications. Your Majesty trusts you as a transfer envoy. How can I be your prime minister?"
Qiu Shenji muttered: "I am telling the truth. I still think Liulang can be the prime minister, but he is too young. Huaiying's age is just right!"
Wan'er analyzed: "Your Majesty is also hesitating. He can't find a suitable candidate for a while. In my humble opinion, General Liu may be reinstated in the end."
Di Renjie stroked his beard and sighed secretly: "Old General Liu is not the right person to stabilize the situation in Liaodong now..."
Among the five auxiliary ministers appointed by Li Zhi, the other four are all very old. Lai Heng is the youngest, but his ability and political skills are the worst.
This arrangement was very clever. It not only took care of the old ministers, but also made it easier for Li Hong to replace his cronies after he stabilized the government. Before Li Zhi died, he sincerely paved the way for his son.
But now Li Hong has taken Heng without considering the successor, which is obviously too hasty. After all, there is no prime minister in the south of the Yangtze River who has the prestige and qualifications to join the cabinet to succeed him. It is not easy for the region to become balanced.
The political situation will have a certain impact.
Di Renjie thought of this and asked in a low voice: "What's going on with the Queen Mother?"
The recent briefings from the high eunuchs and others in the palace were all passed to Wan'er, and she immediately replied: "Ever since she learned that Duke Zhou was beheaded on the front line, the Queen Mother has not left the palace and is retiring in the Changsheng Courtyard."
Di Renjie was surprised. Anyone who knew Empress Wu would not believe that she would be hit by the death of her nephew. Li Yan was not in the capital, and it was a great opportunity to stir up trouble. How could he miss it?
Facing his questioning gaze, Qiu Shenji fell silent and sighed rarely.
Wan'er said in a trembling voice: "This time the war against Silla began, Your Majesty has been working diligently. When the news of the victory came back, Your Majesty fell ill. Now his health is not as good as before. Recently, the morning court has been stopped, and political affairs are all away.
Discussion in Zhenguan Hall..."
Di Renjie's hand holding the tea cup trembled suddenly.
Is the thing you are most worried about going to happen?