Chapter 2200 Unexpected
The ministers couldn't help but look at Fang Jun, wanting to see how this "stick" would fight back against Changsun Wuji who tried to attack his foundation.
However, unexpectedly, Fang Jun had no expression on his face when he heard this. He just glanced at His Majesty the Emperor, then slowly nodded and said, "This is what Duke Zhao Guo said in a mature way to plan for the country. I completely agree with it."
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There was a sudden silence in the hall.
The ministers simply cannot accept it. When did this stick change its temper and become so easy to talk to?
Something's wrong...
Only Changsun Wuji and a few others secretly sighed. In the past, Fang Jun would only move forward bravely and be stubborn, rarely knowing how to compromise and give in. This would certainly make others fearful and not dare to attack him. He covets the things in his heart, fearing that he will be bumped into by him and become disgraced. However, he is "strong but easy to break" and does not know how to circumvent contradictions and avoid reality. How can he be successful in the officialdom? Too far?
Now that His Majesty trusts you, you are the sword in His Majesty's hand, and no one can do anything to you.
In the future, the prince will rely on you, and you will be the prince's humerus, and he will do his best to protect you.
However, the situation in the officialdom is erratic. There are neither permanent enemies nor permanent allies. Once the situation in the court changes drastically and the Holy Family is weakened, it will fall into the dust.
However, Fang Jun's current changes have made everyone worried.
He can stand up to Yu Zhining without any mercy, and he can also retreat decisively under Changsun Wuji's aggressive attitude. He can be hard or soft, flexible and stretchable, especially his low-key and calm attitude for several days since returning to Chang'an with a reputation in Northern Xinjiang. Taking the initiative to maintain a suitable distance from the prince's family already possesses the ability of a good politician to assess the situation.
Everyone knows that Fang Xuanling's attitude towards Fang Jun has always been "freedom", and he just goes along with it without giving much guidance. Moreover, Fang Xuanling's most outstanding feature is his ability to handle government affairs, maintain a high position, and take charge of the court. Tang's strategy is actually not strong.
In other words, Fang Jun himself figured out how to convert between advancement and retreat, hardness and softness, rigidity and softness.
This mallet actually evolved...
This is really depressing information.
With the favor of the emperor and the reliance of the prince, if he can understand the rules of officialdom and know how to advance and retreat, and make trade-offs, given time, who else can check and balance him?
His Majesty Li Er was obviously a little surprised. The stick did not catch Changsun Wuji and beat him to death. It really made people feel that things were out of control, which was very uncomfortable.
I just don’t know, is this kid pretending to be open-minded, as long as he can’t hold all the power in his hands, or is he holding back his anger and waiting for an opportunity to explode?
After thinking for a while, His Majesty Li Er said: "In that case, is there a suitable candidate for the auxiliary aircraft?"
Changsun Wuji pondered for a moment.
To be honest, the reason why he proposed to set up a "siye" alongside Fang Jun was not because he really thought it would pass. The academy is the sustenance of His Majesty Li Er's ideals. How could it not be in the hands of Fang Jun, who was submissive to him and obeyed his orders?
But now it seems that as an emperor, the ability to check and balance power has long been ingrained in his bones, and he is always on guard against a certain minister from monopolizing power in a certain field.
Judging from Fang Jun's agreement to hand over the power of the academy without hesitation, it seems that he is not as accurate as Fang Jun in grasping the emperor's mentality...
However, his proposal was just made casually. Since he did not expect it to be approved, he naturally did not consider the candidates in advance.
At this moment, the proposal suddenly passed, and he was a little confused for a moment...
Taking a deep breath, Changsun Wuji started thinking rapidly.
After a while, he muttered: "Old minister, I would like to recommend Chu Suiliang, the minister of Huangmen."
There was silence in the hall again.
What's going on today? None of these are following the routine... First, Fang Jun agreed to give up the power of the academy against common sense, and then the choice of Changsun Wuji was beyond everyone's expectations.
But if you think about it carefully, these two seemingly counterintuitive decisions actually make sense.
Not to mention Fang Jun's motives, everyone knows it. After all, the academy is an educational institution. No matter how much the emperor values it, it cannot be equated with the major yamen of the imperial court. The best candidates for the office are those who are rich and educated. Of his generation, Chu Suiliang was not only a great scholar, but also served as a minister of Huangmen, and was one of the closest people to His Majesty...
This is an excellent choice.
The most important thing is that although Chu Suiliang has always flirted with the Guanlong nobles, he has never officially joined the ranks of the Guanlong nobles. To a certain extent, he belongs to a neutral faction...
As expected, His Majesty Li Er raised his eyebrows slightly. He was surprised by the choice of Changsun Wuji, but also felt that it was very suitable. He looked around and asked: "Do you have different opinions, dear sirs? Don't worry, everyone can speak freely. Let me Only by considering multiple aspects can you make an accurate decision.”
The ministers were silent for a moment and then said one after another: "Chu Huangmen is a famous calligrapher in the world. He is famous all over the world. He is also a rare Confucian. This position belongs to him."
"Chu Huangmen serves His Majesty and can communicate with His Majesty at any time about the academy. It is very appropriate."
"Chu Huangmen's family has a rich academic background, and he is rich in knowledge, and his ministers agree."
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The ministers expressed their agreement with every word they said to me.
In fact, there may not be many people who are really willing to let Chu Suiliang sit in such a position, but for such a conspicuous and powerful position, even if he proposes a candidate, he will inevitably encounter opposition from others. Rather than doing this, it is better to let Chu Suiliang take the position.
After all, although Chu Suiliang was close to the Guanlong nobles, he did not completely fall in love with the Guanlong nobles and would not seek benefits for the Guanlong nobles without a bottom line...
Chu Suiliang, who was sitting behind His Majesty Li Er and was in charge of recording, tried his best to suppress his excitement. His face was flushed, but he pursed his lips and lowered his head, not daring to show his ecstatic emotions.
The secretary of the academy!
This is the most powerful position besides the emperor. One person is less than ten thousand people. In the future, when the disciples trained in the academy take up positions of different official ranks, they will have to bow respectfully and shout honestly when they see him. "Sir", what an honor is this?
With such political resources in hand, why worry about not being successful in the future...
He was extremely happy, but the other Huangmen servant next to him was depressed.
Xu Jingzong felt like there was a stone stuck in his heart. I called your father brother and sister back then, but now in the blink of an eye, you are running ahead?
After all, I am also one of the few remaining among the "Eighteen Bachelors of the Prince of Qin's Mansion". Without credit, there is still hard work. Your Majesty, you must think of me when you have good things to do...
Xu Jingzong couldn't help but said: "Zhao Guogong is indeed a wise man. Chu Huangmen has outstanding talents and abilities. He is really the best candidate for the academy."
As he said this, his eyes kept staring at Changsun Wuji.
If looks could kill, he could not wait to stab Changsun Wuji with his eyes full of holes...
what the hell!
I am the one who openly and honestly surrendered to your Guanlong nobles. What is the result? You, a "shady man", actually recommended Chu Suiliang to be the secretary of the academy. What about me?
What should I do?
In your eyes, I, one of the "Eighteen Scholars", will never be welcomed by His Majesty in this life and will never rise to prominence, right?
Changsun Wuji naturally understood the resentment in Xu Jingzong's words, and felt a little embarrassed under Xu Jingzong's burning eyes.
Indeed, Xu Jingzong was an official who was closer to the Guanlong nobles than Chu Suiliang. Logically speaking, Xu Jingzong should be the one he recommended.
But the problem is that we didn’t expect that just recommending someone would be enough. Then Chu Suiliang and Fang Jun had already been in trouble, so how could they possibly work together happily? As long as he brings up Chu Suiliang, Fang Jun will definitely object. And just now His Majesty has diluted Fang Jun's power due to power checks and balances. At this moment, he will definitely appease Fang Jun and dismiss Chu Suiliang.
Who knew that Fang Jun didn't say a word, and His Majesty Li Er passed directly...
Still underestimated the emperor's determination to control the academy.
How can a faction or an interest group keep people's hearts stable and remain united and motivated? The most important point is the distribution of benefits. There is no absolute fairness in the world, but you must create a kind of fairness under certain rules, only then can you win over people's hearts and achieve something.
Xu Jingzong is from the Guanlong aristocracy, but now he has pushed his rival Chu Suiliang to the position of academy director. What does Xu Jingzong think? Even if he cursed his mother, Changsun Wuji thought it was understandable.
If it is handled improperly, it can easily cause a turmoil within the Guanlong nobles.
Changsun Wuji just had to bite the bullet and said: "Xu Huangmen has been with your Majesty for many years, and he has deep qualifications and profound knowledge. He should be better able to implement your Majesty's will in the academy. In the opinion of the veteran, he should be able to serve as the first principal of the academy." Job.”
Xu Jingzong was overjoyed. Yuan Cheng was also good. Although he was inferior to Chu Suiliang and Fang Jun, he didn't have to fight with Fang Jun all day long, so he was worry-free.
This is right, I have taken refuge with you Guanlong nobles, you can’t favor one over the other...
However, as soon as Changsun Wuji finished speaking, he heard Fang Jun shout loudly: "Objection!"
Xu Jingzong's eyes widened instantly and he was furious.
Mother, tear me down! My daughter has been sold by you, aren't we in the same group? !
(End of chapter)