Hearing Zhao Shu's words, Zhao Xu couldn't help but be stunned.
Li Ji is Xu Shiji, a famous general in the early Tang Dynasty. When Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty was seriously ill, he was afraid that his son Li Zhi would not be able to control a general like Li Ji, so he demoted his son to another state, and then said to Li Zhi, "You have no kindness to him."
, so if he doesn't obey you, you can wait until he is dead and call him back, and he will definitely be grateful to you.
Zhao Xu was stunned, and suddenly he didn't recognize his father.
Zhao Xu said: "Father, you are in your prime, why do you talk about what happened after your death?"
Zhao Xu said: "I have always been in poor health. I have been ill several times since I came to the throne, so now I have to think more about you. Our sect is a small sect that has entered the big sect and conquered the world, so people's hearts have always been dissatisfied."
"There is a precedent in this dynasty for brothers to succeed each other. Although the Queen Mother returned power to me, Fu Bi and others still supported him. In case I was no longer around, he also advocated that the descendants of the late emperor should be the descendants of his father's brothers.
If you choose another one, what should you do?"
"This is why I have not dared to delay the appointment of the crown prince. But as long as King Pu can be equal to the late emperor and our lineage has become more qualified than other clans, I can take advantage of the situation and make you the crown prince.
"
Zhao Xu was stunned, but said: "As long as my father is in good health, I would rather not be a prince for the rest of my life."
Zhao Shu was pleased that his son really had nothing to say in terms of filial piety. He would definitely be a good emperor when he ascended the throne. However, wanting to be a good emperor did not mean that he could be a good emperor. There was still a gap of 100,000 yuan.
A road of eight thousand miles.
Zhao Shu said: "I have always been in poor health. Recently, I have been consuming too much energy and energy due to the Pu discussion. I feel that my body is not as good as before. But you have to remember that we, father and son, have taken this road and can't look back. Looking back
Even if you die, even your brothers and mother will not be able to survive."
Zhao Xu's face was pale. His parents had never told him this. He was not very aware of the many bloody events on the road to the throne.
Just like when Ren Shouzhong supported Zhao Yunchu and Zhao Shu in their fight for the prince...
Zhao Zonge, who is also a cousin, excludes and suppresses Zhao Shu...
Also on the day Emperor Renzong passed away, Zhao Yunbi relied on his old man to betray his old age and wanted to seize power.
These people are all potential rivals for the throne, and the Empress Dowager Cao has always been dissatisfied with him. There is also a minister like Fu Bi who keeps saying that Yihuo's ministers can do it.
thing……
Zhao Shu has always been reluctant to talk about these things in front of his son.
Therefore, fighting for the status of his biological father, King Pu, is not only to improve the status of his own sect, but also to fight for the status of his son.
At the same time, among the three prime ministers, Zhao Shu was most worried about Han Qi.
It wasn't because they were afraid that Han Qi would depose him like Fu Bi, or if a side clan of their family hadn't ascended the throne, the merit of Han Qi's support would have become a crime in the eyes of the new emperor.
But among the three rulers, Han Qi's contribution was too great. What if the prime minister's power overshadowed the throne in the future? That's why he made Wang Tao, who was at odds with Han Qi, the prince's palace. Zeng Gongliang
Wang Anshi, who had repeatedly been at odds with his own recommendation as prime minister of Han, was already planning to use him to control the imperial edict.
As for the other two prime ministers, Zeng Gongliang was too corrupt to be useful as an official, while Ouyang Xiu was too bookish.
Zhao Shu didn't intend to tell Zhao Xu what he said from the bottom of his heart. As a father, he still didn't want to say so many dirty things to his son, so he could only keep it in his heart.
When Zhao Xu heard Zhao Shu talk about life and death, he shed tears for a while.
Zhao Shu was very happy to see that his son was an emotional person. However, Zhao Xu said: "But why did my father have to demote Zhang Yue? He is not a minister like Xu Shiji."
Zhao Shu thought about the words and said: "Yes, Zhang Yue is different from Cai Xiang and Zhang Sheng. They opposed my ascending to the throne of emperor. Zhang Yue actually helped me, but he is the same as Sima Guang and Lu Jie.
Human beings, they all respect me as the dragon chair, but not me as a person."
"However, the late emperor said that this man is a prime minister, and I think he is also talented. What's more, he is a very honest official. He brings in and out of so much money every day, even I am worried... I feel that he has handled so much money, but
Being able to take no money, even giving public money to subordinates generously, if this kind of conduct is truly honest, it is like being a treacherous person and being loyal."
"It is difficult to use such a minister, so I leave this favor to you. If you use him in the future, let him know the imperial edict. With such a great favor given to him, he will definitely do his best for you in the future."
"Father..."
Seeing his son prostrating himself, Zhao Shu was also very moved, and suddenly he had the illusion that by demoting Zhang Yue, he was actually cultivating him.
…
At this moment, Han Qi, Zeng Gongliang, and Ouyang Xiu were all present in the political hall.
The officials asked them to deal with Zhang Yue no matter what, which put them in a difficult situation.
Han Qi was sitting on the main seat, eating apricots in silence, while Zeng Gongliang and Ouyang Xiu were discussing. Zeng Gongliang and Ouyang Xiu had been debating for a long time with no result, but when they turned around, they saw that Han Qi was still silent.
When Han Qi dealt with political affairs, he often did not express his opinions himself, but let the officials below discuss them.
When he, Wang Gongchen and another official were presiding over the Kaifeng government examination, Wang Gongchen often quarreled with another official, but Han Qi remained silent. Wang Gongchen was angry that Han Qi did not speak for him, so he asked: "You
What kind of fucking prime ministerial demeanor are you trying to imitate here without saying a word?"
When he became prime minister, he would consult Zeng Gongliang and Ouyang Xiu on all political matters, and he would make his own decisions on major matters.
Seeing that Zeng Gongliang and Ouyang Xiu had been discussing for a long time but could not come up with any results, he was afraid that if he punished Zhang Yue, he would offend the entire people of Bianjing City, and if he did not punish Zhang Yue, he would violate the emperor's wishes.
Finally, Han Qi peeled off a broad bean and then said: "I have been in Zhongshu for many years, and I have never paid attention to the advancement, retreat, promotion and demotion of officials. Why should I be afraid of what others say!"
"Please ask Zhaowen Gong to make a decision." "That's fine, I'll go there myself," Han Qi stood up and said to his left and right, "Get the car ready, I'll go to the exchange office at night."
…
Inside the reference office.
Zhang Yuezheng and Cai Jing drank together.
The two of you have one cup and one cup, which puts Cai Jing in trouble.
Cai Jing hurriedly waved his hand and said: "Prisoner, I can't continue drinking for a long time."
Zhang Yue smiled slightly and said, "Don't you Xinghua Army like drinking?"
Cai Jing said with a smile: "We enjoy drinking tea, but not drinking."
Zhang Yueshou said thoughtfully: "It's good to drink tea. The more you drink tea and talk about things, the more you will be sober. But drinking and talking about things will be a waste of time."
Cai Jing poured wine for Zhang Yue and said, "Bachelor, have another drink."
Zhang Yue said: "Yuan Changyi, what do you think the Exchange has planned in the future?"
Cai Jingdao: "Beijing believes that it is better to take over the matter of unblocking the treasury and quality treasury, taking over the lending and borrowing matters, eliminating the cost of exchanging salt banknotes for gold and silver, and allowing more people to use salt banknotes. In this way, we will exchange salt banknotes every year
Profits can be increased by at least 50%."
Zhang Yue said: "Yuan Chang, I understand what you said. So after making so much money, what will happen in the future?"
Cai Jingdao: "Now the main trouble is Xixia and Liao. Xixia is weaker and Liao is stronger. As long as the court has money, we can use a large number of troops in the northwest. How many people will be granted the title of marquis on this road in the future?"
Mutually."
"Is it wrong for the student to sentence him to prison?"
Zhang Yue said: "No, that's right. I thought so too at the beginning. But when I think about it today, I'm missing something."
Cai Jing said: "What is missing?"
Zhang Yue said: "The support of the people... Will the officials use the method of extorting money to attract money? Will they get the support of the officials?"
"As long as the court has a steady stream of money...the word "interest" touches people's hearts."
Zhang Yue waved his hand and said: "The word "interest" is not enough. People's hearts are not about interests, but about likes and dislikes."
Zhang Yue lay down and said: "The common people cannot see that all the money earned from the money handed over to prison belongs to the imperial court. They will only see the country competing for profits with the people."
"This is why I have been reluctant to hand over the prison to the Jie Ku and Qi Ku. You must remember that when the imperial court wants to set up the Jie Ku and Qi Ku in the future, we, the Jiao Yin Jian, cannot come forward to do it. Other yamen must do it.
.”
Cai Jingdao: "But this is not controlled by others!"
Then Cai Jing suddenly said: "The purpose of sentencing to prison is to divide interests among others!"
Zhang Yue nodded and said: "The path to wealth is already here. Sooner or later, someone will see this. Don't compete with others for credit. Our family will not be able to take advantage of all the benefits in the world. We must give more to others. This way
Only then can we walk wider."
Cai Jing's eyes flashed and he said: "Prisoner, now the government is short of money, why don't you dedicate this idea to the government, so that I can regain the government's trust."
Zhang Yue smiled, as Cai Jing said, the Royal Bank of the Song Dynasty would have appeared long ago.
Zhang Yue drank the wine in one gulp, and then said with a trace of wine stains: "That's a good thing, but I don't want to!"
Cai Jing hesitated to speak, and after a long mental battle, he finally poured Zhang Yue a glass of wine. Cai Jing had always hoped that Zhang Yue would regain the emperor's trust. As the saying goes, the people will not fight with the officials, and the officials will not fight with the emperor.
How could an official who lost the emperor's favor have a future? Even Cai Jing's own future would have to be sacrificed.
Zhang Yue slowly raised the wine cup and said, "But you can report this to Han Jixiang. When he knows, he will definitely believe you and use you."
Cai Jing was so surprised that he couldn't speak: "What does this mean by being sentenced to prison?"
Zhang Yue put his hands across his knees and said: "My imperial edict of dismissal from office will be issued soon. You have been following me for many years. I have to find a good place for you, otherwise you will not bury your talents. Han Jixiang is a man who recognizes talents and values them."
If you have my recommendation, he will reuse you."
Cai Jing's lips trembled and he said: "The talent of the prisoner is ten times that of Jing. Jing is willing to be attached to the queen, but Jing... Jing is actually unwilling..."
Cai Jing wanted to say that he and Zhang Yue would advance and retreat together, but when the words came to his lips, he could not say them no matter what.
Power is tempting. Now that Zhang Yue has been dismissed from office, Cai Jing's future has also been lost. What's the point of following a person who is disliked by the emperor and has lost his future? Instead, he seeks refuge in Han Jiang. This is Cai Jing's way out.
Zhang Yue personally poured a glass of wine for Cai Jing, and then said: "Yuan Chang, you are a genius in this world, and your future will be far better than mine. What's the use of you and me, a person who has lost power? So it's better to get there as soon as possible.
Just change the court."
"But I have a heartfelt message to give you when I say goodbye."
"Cai Jing will never be able to repay the kindness of the supervisor for his cultivation in this life. No matter what you say, please give me your advice!"
Cai Jing's eyes were filled with tears when he heard this.
Zhang Yue said: "I often tell you that it is your duty to cultivate yourself, to govern your family, to govern your country, and to bring peace to the world. Only by cultivating yourself first can you be able to govern your family, govern your country, and bring peace to the world. If you don't cultivate yourself, there is no need to talk about anything."
"You and I are both scholars. When we study with our hair tied, we know that we are different from others. After we have read more than ten thousand volumes and gained knowledge, we even think of ourselves as saints and sages, and see that all living beings only believe in their own likes and dislikes, regardless of right or wrong, and tell the world
It’s not enough to talk to myself, but the disaster also occurs at this time.”
"Keep in mind that the human heart is only dangerous, but the Taoist heart is only weak. Even if you are wise, you cannot be without the heart of the people. Even if you are stupid, you cannot be without the Taoist heart. When governing the country, you cannot only talk about the Taoist heart without mentioning the people's heart. You must always be aware of the people's hearts and their likes and dislikes.
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After Cai Jing heard about Zhang Yue, he couldn't help but feel confused. He couldn't even compare his eight poles with governing the country.
Zhang Yue said: "So at the end of your study, you have to return to the cultivation of Qi Zhiping. You must first be kind to yourself, then be kind to your family, then be kind to the people under your rule, and finally be kind to the people in the world. Don't always think that your Taoist heart is right, you must
Be aware of your own likes and dislikes and those of others and act accordingly.”
At the last sentence, Cai Jing finally understood, and couldn't help but said with tears in his eyes: "Jing thanks the judge for his words. The judge is not only the superior of the capital, but also the teacher of the whole life of the capital."
Zhang Yue smiled and said: "There is no need to say this anymore. I can't bear to lose a talented person in the world. You will definitely be better than Zhang in the future. Yes, when I am dismissed from office tomorrow by imperial edict, you go and tell the officials to let me go."
They don’t have to come out to see me off, I still want to save some face after being here for so many years.”
"I'm drunk, get out of here."
After saying this, Zhang Yue kicked over the wine bottle and fell asleep under the quilt with his back to Cai Jing.
Cai Jing wiped away her tears, gave Zhang Yue a long bow, then closed the door and left.
Cai Jing thought that he had been under Zhang Yue for so long and had learned a lot of skills. In the future, Han Jiangna, the envoy of the Third Division, would be more reused based on his talents. In this way, Zhang Yue's dismissal would not be good for him.
Not necessarily a bad thing.
At this time, there was a commotion outside, and Cai Jing couldn't help but ask: "What's the matter?"
No one answered, and then someone reported: "Prime Minister Han's carriage is here!"
Cai Jing was surprised when he heard this. What did the dignified Prime Minister Zhaowen mean by this? Could it be that Zhang Yue did not need to dismiss his official position? Cai Jing had thought before that if Zhang Yue dismissed his official position, it would be difficult for him to get ahead.
Now that Han Qi came, his mentality changed again. He thought that Zhang Yuezhi was ten times more talented than me. If he did not resign, as long as he was around, Cai Jing would be dormant for the rest of his life, with no chance to stand out.
Cai Jing was in a very complicated mood at the moment.
At this moment, Han Qi has also arrived. Cai Jing thought to himself, is the old man with beautiful eyes, long body and extraordinary aura opposite Mr. Zhaowen? He is really kind and generous, words cannot describe it. If one day he can...
Cai Jing immediately cheered up and said to Han Qi: "To inform Prime Minister Zhaowen, the prisoner is in this room, please allow me to lead you."
Han Qi glanced at Cai Jing and nodded.
Han Qi opened the door and left, but couldn't help but frown when he smelled the smell of alcohol filling the room.
But under a solitary lamp, Zhang Yue was sleeping with his quilt closed and there were many wine bottles on the bed.
"I told you not to bother me!"
Zhang Yue, who was lying on the bed, yelled. When he turned around and saw him, he was almost half drunk. He quickly stood up and bowed down and said, "I have met my husband!"
Han Qi didn't say anything. He picked up a lantern from his entourage and waved his hand to let him go.
ps: I wrote it late, so I will do two updates and one update together.
