Chapter 1353: The Left Minister of the Ministry of War
His Majesty Li Er glanced coldly at the idiot Linghu Defen.
Why don't you think about it? In this situation, in order to avoid suspicion, Fang Xuanling either didn't say anything. If he did, it would inevitably make Fang Jun's responsibility heavier and the decision to punish him even heavier. !
How could he still try to exonerate Fang Jun?
He has regretted it more than once, why did he appoint this talented but immoral old guy to the post of Minister of Etiquette to educate all people?
I am really blind...
His Majesty Li Er stared at Linghu Defen coldly, remained silent for a while, and then suddenly asked: "Then tell me, how should Fang Jun be punished?"
Linghu Defen actually did not hear the annoyance in His Majesty Li Er's words. He was overjoyed in his heart and blurted out: "Fang Jun, as Jing Zhaoyin, demolished the East Market by force, causing countless traders to lose their jobs and causing public resentment. This time there is a gathering in the East Market." The incident was entirely his own fault, shocking the audience and shocking the government and the public. In the opinion of the veteran, he should be demoted to Qiongzhou Prefecture, Lingnan Province..."
Changsun Wuji, who was sitting on the floor next to him, almost covered his face.
You are the Minister of Rites, and this involves the appointment and dismissal of a Jing Zhaoyin, an important government matter. Do you have the right to intervene? What's more, don't you understand His Majesty's annoyance? Are you telling His Majesty how to deal with Fang Jun with eloquent words?
People say that "people are old and horses are old and slippery", but this Linghu Defen has lived like a pig, his IQ is really worrying, and he only has the qualifications he has gained at this age.
In fact, there is no need for anyone to add insult to injury to Fang Jun. According to Fang Xuanling's attitude, he would rather have Fang Jun removed from Jing Zhaoyin's position. As long as he is not driven away in despair, he can accept any result. .
But Linghu Defen's interjection is very likely to make His Majesty feel revengeful - do you think His Majesty doesn't know that this time it is entirely a family member who is behind the scenes to frame Fang Jun? Your Majesty is clear. After weighing the pros and cons, he feels that it is acceptable to sacrifice Fang Jun in exchange for stability in the court, but it definitely does not mean that he can remain indifferent or even swallow this breath willingly!
——I have to do whatever you want me to do? Am I the emperor or are you the emperor? You want to punish Fang Jun severely, but I won’t!
This Linghu Defen is simply an idiot politically...
As expected, His Majesty Li Er's face was so gloomy that it could drip. He stared at Linghu Defen with eyes as sharp as knives. His voice was calm and without any waves: "Thanks to Mr. Linghu's guidance, otherwise I really don't know." What should we do with Fang Jun?”
This is so heartbreaking...
Changsun Wuji and Xiao Yu glanced at each other, seeing a hint of helplessness in each other's eyes, and shook their heads slightly. This Linghu Defen is so stupid that even if his official career has not come to an end, he will definitely be cast aside by His Majesty and completely sidelined.
No matter how slow Linghu Defen was, no matter how untalented he was about politics, he still felt His Majesty's surging anger. He was stunned for a moment, and then he realized what was inappropriate in his words. He was suddenly filled with respect and fear. With cold sweat dripping down his face and his forehead greasy, he said quickly: "Your Majesty, this is not what I meant..."
His Majesty Li Er raised his hand, interrupted Linghu Defen's words, and said: "Fang Jun is a Jingzhaoyin, but he did not check the people's voices in the territory, causing traders to gather in Dongshi. He cannot escape his blame and is not suitable. Continue to serve as Jing Zhaoyin..."
At this point, he took a deep breath and glanced at the faces of Changsun Wuji, Xiao Yu and others one by one. When everyone was frightened, he said loudly: "Fang Jun was transferred from the post of Jing Zhaoyin. Do you have any objections to the appointment of the Minister of War?"
"Boom!"
A pot exploded all of a sudden in the court hall.
Is Fang Jun going to fly?
Linghu Defen looked confused. He didn't quite understand why these ministers were so surprised. In his opinion, Fang Jun was demoted. Although it was not as exaggerated as being demoted to Qiongzhou, a Jing Zhaoyin and a minister, then But the difference is huge...
Changsun Wuji looked gloomy, Xiao Yu shook his head and sighed.
He really guessed it. Linghu Defen, a pig teammate, successfully aroused His Majesty Li Er's rebellious psychology, which was regarded as a reverse assist for Fang Jun.
The Zuo Shilang of the Ministry of War is the second-in-command under the Minister of the Ministry of War. Generally speaking, if there is no accident and according to the normal promotion channels, he will be the successor of the Minister of the Ministry of War. What really made the courtiers sigh was that after the former Minister of War, Hou Jun, was beheaded for his rebellion, British Duke Li Ji succeeded him as Minister of War. And now Li Ji is commanding troops in the Western Regions. The Ministry of War only has one right-hand minister, Guo Fushan, in charge of daily affairs. When Fang Jun, the left-hand minister, parachutes into the Ministry of War, he will immediately become the de facto leader of the Ministry of War...
Only a rotten person like Linghu Defen did not take the Ministry of War seriously. Just imagine, His Majesty Li Er conquered the north and south to win the country for Li Tang. In the end, he used force to seize the throne. He valued military power the most. However, the Ministry of War is simply his private territory.
Li Ji went directly to the central government from the Ministry of War!
Even though Li Ji has profound qualifications and outstanding military exploits, it can be seen from this that His Majesty Li Er attaches great importance to the Ministry of War.
Moreover, the Tang Dynasty is expanding in all directions, and those who sit in the Ministry of War are receiving a series of military exploits for free, not to mention the Eastern Conquest of Goguryeo and other super military forces that have gathered the strength of the whole country and placed their ambitions on His Majesty Li Er. Action...
As long as the Eastern Expedition is successful and Goguryeo can be destroyed and that piece of land is included in the territory of the Tang Dynasty, as the head of the military department who plans strategies, directs operations, and coordinates logistics during wartime, he can almost rest on his laurels.
Not only can I eat it myself, my children and grandchildren can’t finish it for eighteen generations...
The ministers were filled with envy, jealousy and hatred again, but this time His Majesty Li Er's attitude was firm. Although it was a question and seemed to be seeking everyone's opinions, but... no one was stupid enough to stroke His Majesty's tiger beard at this time. Well, there are also Fang Xuanling's wolf beard...
Liu Jie even said bluntly: "Fang Jun is a young hero. He is not only outstanding in literary talent, but also has outstanding martial arts and outstanding military exploits. Whether he went on an expedition to the Western Regions to destroy Gaochang or later set sail to the sea and shocked the rest of the world, he is worthy of succeeding to the left of the Ministry of War." As a minister, Your Majesty shines brightly for thousands of miles, and is wise and powerful. ”
The ministers were filled with contempt...
You are the censor. The censor does not criticize or find faults, but instead flatters and flatters others. What do you want to do? How can you make your seniors, who are so strong and strong and capable of observing the sun and the moon, feel so embarrassed?
But even the censor agreed, who would object?
Not only must we not object, we must also express our sincere admiration...
A short, fat, round-faced middle-aged man stood up, wearing a crimson official robe. He bowed his head and saluted, and said in a clear voice: "Weak minister Guo Fushan, I have admired Hua Tingbo's reputation for a long time, and now I am in the robe. I am really overjoyed. Although Hua Tingbo was the most talented scholar in the world, what impressed his subordinates the most was his various reforms and reforms in military affairs. Optimization, whether it was the rectification of medical soldiers during the Western Expedition or the development and application of new artillery, made great progress in the military strength of the Tang Dynasty. These two achievements were enough to make Huating Bo famous in history. The Tang Dynasty is very fortunate, your Majesty is very fortunate, and the Ministry of War is very fortunate!”
The ministers almost forgot that Fang Jun also had the title of Uncle Huating...
It's just that Guo Fushan seems to be a weakling. You are the right minister of the Ministry of War. The original left minister was implicated in Hou Junji's rebellion and was imprisoned. He has not been released yet. Unexpectedly, you did not go any further and were killed by an airborne soldier. forward. To be able to say such high-sounding and flattering words like this shows that this person is indeed shameless.
Sure enough, His Majesty Li Er was overjoyed after hearing this, and simply said: "It's just that the position of Jingzhao Yin is of great importance, and the ministers and ministers of the political hall need to discuss carefully to select a suitable candidate. Before that, Fang Jun will leave his post temporarily. Since the Dongshi Incident started because of you, then you should clean up the mess and don’t leave a mess for your successor!”
Fang Jun had a somewhat languid expression at first. It didn't matter whether he was Zhao Yin of the capital or the left minister of the Ministry of War. As my father said last night, everything must be done step by step steadily in order to have a solid foundation and not fall apart in a storm...
But now when I heard His Majesty Li Er's words, I suddenly felt refreshed!
Are you going to finish this matter before leaving?
Wow haha!
He tried his best to hide the joy in his heart, stood up and said: "I obey the order!"
As for how to clean up the beginning and the end...
Why bother asking?
There are still thousands of "hostages" being held in Jingzhao Mansion Yamen! With the "hostage" in hand, I ruthlessly peeled off a layer of the family's skin, and the word "brother's house" was written upside down!
(End of chapter)