Chapter 492 The Rise of King Yu's Party
After Zhu Zaijing announced that he would submit the results of the court selection to Xiyuan, he took the lead in leaving the Huangji Palace regardless of the reaction of the ministers in the palace.
After Zhu Zaijing left, all the ministers couldn't help but started discussing in a buzzing manner.
“It seems that Prince Yu hasn’t announced the results of the nomination just now?”
“Yes, did you forget?”
Everyone looked at each other, scratching their heads, as if they couldn't sleep if they didn't know the outcome of the promotion.
So everyone turned their attention to Xu Jie and Zhou Yan. As the people who monitored the results, they must also know who the final person Ting Tui favored.
But when they were about to surround Xu Jie and Zhou Yanzhi, these two old fritters would definitely not talk much.
"Elder Ge, please tell me who will be elected as a result of the nomination?"
People close to Xu Jie began to ask questions.
But Xu Jie did not look at this person and said directly to everyone: "It's time to disperse. Since the results of the court trial have been sent to Xiyuan by the prince, I believe your majesty will announce it soon. Don't gather in the palace and go back separately." Their respective yamen handle official business Go. There are many things to do in the cabinet, so I won’t stay here.”
After that, Xu Jie turned around and helped Yan Song, Lu Ben, Li Chunfang, the six ministers and the censor of the capital. left.
Gao Gong and Zhang Juzheng walked together slowly. They had no unnecessary questions and did not ask each other a word.
At the same time, following them were Chen Yiqin and others, ministers of Prince Yu's Mansion.
However, the official rank and grade of these ministers are not high. Except for Gao Gong and Zhang Juzheng, who have mixed into the high-ranking positions of the third rank, latecomers like Chen Yiqin, who are the fourth-rank and fifth-rank Beijing rank Qinggui.
Those with some ability can work in Hongwen Hall or Daming Bookstore to get a real official position. Those without ability and background can only get a job as an attendant in the prince's palace.
But now Zhu Zaijing rarely listens to Mr. Shidu's classes. Even if he does, he only casually listens to two sections of daily knowledge such as sages' books and classics and history according to the procedure.
As for other questions, Zhu Zaijing would not ask them, so the later Mr. Attendant was actually very depressed, wondering why he came to the palace at this time.
Of course, if they reflect on their teaching methods and find someone with practical knowledge to give lectures, maybe Zhu Zaijing will also be interested.
But this group of people are naturally seeking stability. Apart from those sage books and classics and histories that have been explained countless times, there is really nothing new.
Therefore, it is really difficult to get Zhu Zaijing to look at them differently.
Yan Song was supported by Xu Jie on the way back to the cabinet. At this time, only Xu Jie, Lu Ben, Li Chunfang and several ministers were around them.
Yan Song raised his head and looked at the wind and snow in the Forbidden City, and sighed: "The emperor's heart is like an abyss, and Prince Yu's heart is also like a deep sea. This is really the blessing of my Ming Dynasty!"
< br>When Xu Jie and others heard Yan Song's emotion, they all nodded in agreement.
They never expected that Zhu Zaijing would directly fold the results of the court test and have them sent to Xiyuan.
Such a magical skill is truly awe-inspiring.
It is very important to know the result of this court test. If Zhu Zaijing had told the result in the hall at that time, then this matter could naturally be handled according to the previous process.
But Zhu Zaijing folded the result and sent it to Xiyuan. This was different.
When Emperor Jiajing sees this result, whoever he wants to announce will be who the result is. Even the cabinet and all the ministers involved in the recommendation do not dare to have the slightest doubt.
After all, these results were voted by them personally. Can they still slap themselves in the face?
Therefore, Zhu Zaijing's operation was simply a stroke of genius. He directly gave all the power of interpretation to Emperor Jiajing and further demonstrated what supremacy means!
It can be seen that Zhu Zaijing's heart is like a bottomless abyss, which makes people feel awe!
At this time, Emperor Jiajing, who was far away in Xiyuan next door, finally received the results of the court recommendation from Zhu Zaijing.
Before, he was laughing with Huang Jin and talking about Zhu Zaijing using beans to train the cabinet and Xu Jie.
Emperor Jiajing also praised: "San'er is so smart. He used this little bean to dissolve the power of the cabinet and gave all officials an opportunity to be promoted without worrying about the consequences. It is really wonderful. This is really wonderful." That kid Gao Gong should be able to take advantage of him, so he won’t be kicked out of the game.”
Huang Jin also said: "Yes, Prince Yu is really powerful. He used this little bean to suppress the cabinet and Xu Jie. Otherwise, depending on the influence of the cabinet and Xu Jie's previous words, maybe this time Ting Tui will just go through the motions like before, whoever the cabinet recommends will be the one."
Emperor Jiajing hummed. : "Whoever the cabinet recommends is who? It's a beautiful idea. If I don't use it, it will be useless for them to recommend."
Although Emperor Jiajing said this, when faced with such a situation, except for him He must insist on his own way, otherwise he will still have to accept the results of the court's recommendation, otherwise he will fall into the embarrassing situation of separation between the monarch and his ministers.
So many times, Emperor Jiajing would still use the imperial pen circle as long as the result of the court recommendation did not make Emperor Jiajing particularly unhappy.
After all, superficial harmony and superficial unity between the top and bottom of the court are still needed.
Otherwise, if the world sees that an emperor does not trust his ministers and that the ministers are helpless in the emperor's court, it will be a very serious political crisis.
So after Emperor Jiajing and Huang Jin praised Zhu Zaijing's cleverness, another urgent delivery came over, "Emperor, the results of the court test are out. Prince Yu asked someone to send it."
Emperor Jiajing looked at the person holding the urgent package and asked casually: "Who is it? "
The little eunuch who delivered the express quickly replied: "I don't know, Prince Yu asked Mr. Xu Ge and Zhou Zongxian to write down the results, but they didn't announce them on the spot."
Emperor Jiajing listened. After hearing this sentence, his expression suddenly condensed, "Send it up!"
Huang Jin quickly ran over to take the urgent delivery and immediately presented it to Emperor Jiajing.
After Emperor Jiajing received the express delivery, he was not in a hurry to open it. He asked again: "Do all the officials know the result?"
The little eunuch who delivered the express said: "A hundred officials know the result?" The official doesn’t know, but Mr. Xu Ge, Zhou Zongxian and the guards who divided the beans should "Understood."
Emperor Jiajing said, "Okay, go down."
After letting the little eunuch delivering the express go down, Huang Jin looked at Emperor Jiajing with a blank expression and asked. Said: "What's wrong, Emperor?"
Emperor Jiajing suddenly laughed, "San'er is smarter and more general than I thought. Now he has sent this result that no official knows about to my hands, so whoever I say is who. At that time, even Xu Jie and Zhou Yan, who knew the result, would not Dare to disobey, otherwise they will be labeled as manipulating Tingtui. This move is really powerful."
Huang Jin understood, but still showed a blank look, because at this time, Only this expression can bring out the wisdom and wisdom of Emperor Jiajing.
Emperor Jiajing was indeed very satisfied when he saw Huang Jin's expression. He then said: "Can you tell me who I should choose?"
When Huang Jin heard what Emperor Jiajing said, he also quickly said: "The emperor Qiangang is arbitrary, slave and slave. Dare to comment? ”
Emperor Jiajing said: "Yes, it is indeed my duty to make the decision."
After saying that, Emperor Jiajing opened the folded paper and saw the results inside.
After pondering for a moment, Emperor Jiajing said to Huang Jin: "When you go to the cabinet to convey the order, say that the bean selection method created by King Yu is very good, and it can be continued to be used by everyone in the future. Then tell the cabinet to prepare the decree. Ouyang Bijin will be appointed Minister of the Ministry of Personnel. "
Huang Jin looked at Emperor Jiajing in confusion when he heard the result. Didn't the emperor hate Ouyang Bijin? Why should Ouyang Bijin be selected as Minister of the Ministry of Personnel? Could it be that the result in this piece of paper is still Ouyang Bijin's victory?
But then Huang Jin heard the next words of Emperor Jiajing.
Emperor Jiajing said: "Gao Gong was promoted to Minister of the Ministry of Civil Affairs, responsible for the adjustment of officials' salaries and the housing provident fund for officials in the capital. Nowadays, the atmosphere inside and outside the capital is much stronger than before. The officials in the special area of the capital have arrangements for housing provident funds. , I can’t be stingy with the officials in the imperial court.”
“Otherwise, these two will be compared. , who is still willing to work for me? Therefore, Gao Gong's suggestion this time is also very timely and practical. It is really time to reform the management of the staff and the salary of officials."
As for Gao Gong’s mention of official salary issues and housing provident fund issues in the Huangji Hall, Emperor Jiajing had actually noticed it a long time ago.
It’s just that these things are all carried out in the Capital Special Administrative Region, and when the Capital Special Administrative Region was originally established, it did promise that it would not change for fifty years.
But now, in less than ten years, the Capital Special Administrative Region has surpassed the inner city at a speed visible to the naked eye, and has become an emerging prosperous place inside and outside the Capital. The fleets of merchants traveling to and from the Capital are also here. The special area of the capital was integrated into the area, providing a steady stream of income for Emperor Jiajing's internal funds.
Nowadays, some officials in the Capital Special Administrative Region have received subsidy adjustments that exceed their original salaries, as well as benefits such as the "housing provident fund" that were later invented. These systems may seem like a waste of money, but they have also greatly improved the administrative performance of the officials in the Capital Special Administrative Region. efficiency and management level.
And this is also a problem that Emperor Jiajing cannot ignore.
At the same time, those noble and helpless officials in the capital looked at the officials in the special zone whose status was lower than them. Not only did they live a more comfortable life than them, but they also had special housing. The subsidies have long made them jealous.
You must know that most of them still rent in alleys with average conditions. Some people who feel that there is no hope of promotion are even thinking of letting the county magistrate or magistrate enjoy the local blessings.
Therefore, in order to allow the officials in the imperial court to continue to have stability, and in order for the officials in the imperial court to have the administrative efficiency of the Capital Special Administrative Region, Emperor Jiajing also felt that it was time to copy the work of the Capital Special Administrative Region and give some benefits to the officials in the capital. .
Huang Jin responded, "I obey the decree."
Emperor Jiajing thought for a moment and then said, "Go to the cabinet and declare the decree. Then you go and tell Ouyang Bijin that the affairs of the staff will make many young people Be more careful and tell him not to worry so much."
When Huang Jin heard what Emperor Jiajing said, he immediately understood what Emperor Jiajing meant.
Allowing Ouyang Bijin to be the Minister of the Ministry of Personnel is to give face to the cabinet, but how many families this Minister can serve is another matter.
It can be seen that Emperor Jiajing's dislike of Ouyang Bijin has not diminished at all. He only gave Ouyang Bijin such a chance out of political considerations, otherwise he would never have thought of becoming the Minister of the Ministry of Civil Affairs. .
Huang Jin said: "I understand, I will declare the decree right away."
Emperor Jiajing hummed, "Go ahead."
Then he began to meditate with his eyes closed and continued to cultivate immortality.
When the cabinet received the decree from Emperor Jiajing, a huge stone was lifted from its heart. However, when it was heard that Gao Gong was to be promoted to Minister of the Ministry of Civil Affairs, whether it was Yan Song, Xu Jie and others, I couldn't help being surprised.
Obviously they did not expect such a result.
But since the imperial edict has been sent to the cabinet, and it is handled in accordance with Ting Tui's instructions, even if Yan Song and others wanted to refute the imperial edict, they had no reason.
After all, the process and results of the nomination are something they all must acknowledge.
Otherwise, how will they operate in the future?
You must know that this court promotion is not just a formality, but also a symbol of the power of the officials of the imperial court.
If it is destroyed by them, these officials will be anxious first.
Therefore, the cabinet had no objections to Gao Gong's appointment, and everything was done in accordance with the will of Emperor Jiajing.
At the same time, Zhu Zaijing's method of using beans to push in the Huangji Palace was also officially named: "Bean Selection Method".
And future court promotions must also act in accordance with this law to prevent individual officials from using their power to suppress others and hindering the fairness of court promotions.
It can be said that after this court recommendation, the structure of the court began to slowly change. It is no longer the original secret struggle between Yan and Xu, and King Yu's party will also rise strongly in the court. .
After the cabinet drafted the decree and officially announced the results of the court recommendation, Ouyang Bijin and Gao Gong also went to express their gratitude to Emperor Jiajing for his grace.
Then Gao Gong came to Prince Yu's mansion to express his gratitude.
After all, this time he was able to become the minister of the Ministry of official affairs, and there was also a minister with clear authority. This was all due to Zhu Zaijing.
Otherwise, even if he can become the Minister of the Ministry of Civil Affairs from his current position, he will be just a Minister suppressed by the Minister. As for how much power he can have, it all depends on the mood of the Minister.
But it is different now. Now that there is an explanation in Emperor Jiajing's decree, this means that Gao Gong is an extraordinary minister of the Ministry of Personnel. He can compete with Ouyang Bijin in the Ministry of Personnel. of.
“Thank you so much, Your Majesty, for your support!”
After Gao Gong saw Zhu Zaijing, he immediately paid homage to him.
Zhu Zaijing chuckled and said: "Mr. Gao, there is no need to be polite. Remember to do your job well next. By the way, Ouyang Bijin is now transferred to the position of Minister of the Ministry of Personnel, so the position of Minister of the Ministry of Punishment is vacant. Wang thinks that Zhao Wenhua is good. You and Ouyang Bijin will discuss it and submit a recommendation letter to His Majesty, and try to implement this matter before the year."
"Otherwise, the officials of the Ministry of Punishment will be disappointed. He will be absent from his post until after the Lantern Festival next year. If any major case happens during this period, no one will be responsible."
When Gao Gong heard Zhao Wenhua's name, he was stunned and couldn't help but ask: "Why Zhao Wenhua?"
But Zhu Zaijing did not explain. He just glanced at Gao Gong meaningfully, and finally said: "He has the qualifications."
With just these few words, Gao Gong immediately understood his position. There were some things and certain words that he really shouldn't ask more about.
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