It wasn't that Su Chen deliberately targeted Changsun Wuji, but that this guy's behavior when he was in Guanzhou was indeed a bit out of line. Su Chen knew his purpose, so he ignored him at the time.
However, after returning to Chang'an, if I didn't express my dissatisfaction, I would be sorry for my status as the governor of Guanzhou. The officials in Guanzhou were scared to death by Changsun Wuji during those days!
Li Erdao: "Okay, the auxiliary aircraft has a mission in Guanzhou, Su Chen, don't blame him too much!"
At this time, Fang Xuanling and Du Ruhui also came to Ganlu Hall: "Your Majesty, everyone has been waiting for a long time!"
Li Er didn't say anything. Changsun Wuji smiled and said: "You two are busy with official duties. Old Wei and I have nothing to do, so we arrived a few steps early."
Wei Zheng glanced at Changsun Wuji: You have nothing to do, I am busy!
Do you mean you want to make a comeback?
Changsun Wuji is now rather embarrassed in the court. Although he has the power to participate in and discuss government affairs, he has no actual official positions in the three provinces and six ministries.
Originally he was the Minister of Civil Affairs, but the ministers wrote a letter saying that he was a relative and should not hold too much power.
In order to avoid suspicion, Changsun Wuji had to resign from his official position.
After hearing this today, I feel like I want to come back as an official.
Su Chen also glanced at him: It seems that the competition for control of the railway in the court is fierce! This old scumbag wants to take action himself?
Li Er asked everyone to sit down and said directly: "Everyone is here, let's talk about the management of the railway."
"Ma Zhou has written many times, saying that the railway must have a clear management organization and an effective management plan,"
"The court has been arguing about this for several days!"
Fang Xuanling spoke first: "According to past practice, the railway should be under the management of the Ministry of Industry and the Road and Bridge Supervision."
Wei Zhengdao: "But the current situation of the Ministry of Works is that the Minister and the Zuo Shilang ignore the Ministry of Works, and the right Shilang Yu Chang has little qualifications and is difficult to convince the public. How can such a Ministry of Works be qualified?"
Wei Zheng really hit the nail on the head, which is why everyone in the court wanted to get involved:
It’s just bullying no one from the Ministry of Industry!
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Su Chen raised his hand and said: "I inspected the Ministry of Industry just because Wen Daya, the Minister of Industry at that time, strongly opposed the construction of the railway. His Majesty Xu Jingzong was stuffed into the Ministry of Industry. It was also because the left and right ministers of the Ministry of Industry suddenly resigned at the same time. It was all a temporary measure.
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"It's been so long, and you still haven't found a suitable candidate for the head of the Ministry of Industry!"
Wei Zheng snorted coldly: "There are quite a few candidates, but it's a pity that the three provinces have never been able to reach a unified opinion, and His Majesty doesn't like them either!"
Li Er stared: "The Ministry of Industry is in disarray right now and needs a strong chief official. Even you yourself are not confident in the candidates you have submitted. How can I choose?"
Su Chen whispered to Changsun Wuji beside him: "What?
Do you like the Ministry of Industry?"
Changsun Wuji rolled his eyes at him: "Aren't you in a hurry to have a big meal?
You’d better put more effort into arranging things in Guanzhou!”
"Anyway, you, the Minister of Work Inspection, School and Ministry of Industry, have never even been to the lobby of the Ministry of Industry, so don't worry too much!"
Su Chen curled his lips: "If you like the Ministry of Industry, just tell me directly, I will recommend you!"
Before Changsun Wuji could react, Su Chen said loudly: "Don't we have a highly respected and experienced candidate in front of us!"
"Everyone sees that Zhao Guogong was just saying that he had nothing to do. Since the Ministry of Industry has no suitable candidate for the moment, how about letting Zhao Guogong take charge first?"
Everyone was stunned and turned to look at Su Chen!
No one expected that Su Chen would suddenly recommend Changsun Wuji!
Li Er glared at him: Weren't you still criticizing him just now? Why did you suddenly recommend him again?
Changsun Wuji was also surprised!
Changsun Wuji really wanted to come back through the Minister of Industry, and Li Er also intended to do the same.
However, there was too much opposition from the court, including Fang Mou, Du Duan, Wei Zheng, etc. who did not agree.
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His identity as the queen's brother and the prince's uncle is too sensitive!
Even if the grandson Wuji succeeds, his relatives will also fail!
When Li Er saw Su Chen suddenly recommending Changsun Wuji, he thought it was a good opportunity!
"Since the Lord Protector has recommended you, you will temporarily act as Minister of the Ministry of Industry,"
"You have followed me for many years and have served as Minister of Civil Service. I am rest assured of your ability and loyalty!"
Without giving any reaction to Wei Zheng and others, Li Er would decide on Changsun Wuji's position!
Wei Zheng glared at Su Chen and said nothing. Su Chen recommended it personally, and Li Er had already had this intention. It was useless for him to object at this time!
"Since Xuan Ling just said that according to the usual practice, the railway should be under the management of the Ministry of Industry and the Road and Bridge Supervision, then let's do it like this!"
Li Er continued.
It doesn’t matter who is the Minister of the Ministry of Industry. What matters is to firmly grasp the control of the railway. Changsun Wuji is perfect for him!
The Road and Bridge Supervisor has no real power. If the railway is in the hands of the Minister of Works, Sun Wuji, it is in my hands.
Fang Xuanling, Du Ruhui and others sighed inwardly, now His Majesty is getting a huge advantage again!
"Your Majesty! I don't think it's appropriate to hand over the railway to the Ministry of Industry!"
Su Chen said suddenly.
Well, what do you mean?
Changsun Wuji immediately turned to look at Su Chen.
"Tell me if there is anything inappropriate. The function of the Ministry of Industry is to take charge of engineering matters across the country."
Li Er frowned and said.
"Your Majesty, it is true that the Ministry of Industry is in charge of the world's projects, but those are old projects."
"Both railway construction and train manufacturing are new things. The Ministry of Industry has no experience and has not participated this time."
"Especially the manufacturing of trains, the Ministry of Industry can be said to know nothing about it!"
Fang Xuanling, Du Ruhui, and Wei Zheng hurriedly agreed: "What the Protector said makes sense!"
"Three months ago, the Minister of Industry was still saying that trains were nonsense!"
"The Ministry of Industry has lost its qualification to build railways and manufacture trains!"
Changsun Wuji’s face was as dark as the bottom of a pot, you Su Chen, you are just kidding me!
If it weren't for the railway, do you think I care about this minister of the Ministry of Industry?
Li Er glared at Su Chen and was about to speak when Su Chen continued:
"It's just engineering construction, that's all."
"The operation, maintenance, and management of the railway after its opening are the most important tasks. The Ministry of Industry has neither experience nor jurisdiction in this area!"
Li Er's face looked ugly: "Then which department do you think has jurisdiction?"
Su Chen shook his head: "Three provinces, six ministries, nine temples and five prisons can't do it!"
Changsun Wuji said angrily: "All the ministries of the imperial court have no jurisdiction, so I want to hand it over to you, Su Chen, personally?"
Su Chen glanced at the anxious Changsun Wuji: "Why is Duke Zhao so anxious?
I haven’t finished speaking yet! Besides, I’m in a hurry to have a big meal, so how can I have time to worry about this?”
"Your Majesty, when facing new affairs, don't use the old rules, otherwise you will get twice the result with half the effort!"
"Based on the current situation, it is not appropriate to hand over the railway to any department of the imperial court. It is better to establish a brand new department for management."
Li Er frowned and said nothing, Du Ruhui cupped his hands and said:
"Your Majesty, I think what the Protector said makes sense!"
