Chapter 2433 The Emperor’s Persuasion
His Majesty Li Er stretched out his hand to take the teacup and paused for a moment, then continued to pick up the teacup, took a sip, and looked up at Sun Fuga.
Since Wei Zheng's death, no one in the civil and military dynasties has dared to refute his decision in person.
Well, Fang Jun’s mallet doesn’t count...
However, His Majesty Li Er was not too angry. He believed that he appointed people on their merits and knew them well. Naturally, he knew that Sun Fujia and Wei Zheng were both pure-hearted people, perhaps even purer than Wei Zheng. After all, Wei Zheng was dedicated to serving the people. Apart from public service, it is hard to guarantee that there is not some selfishness involved.
However, Sun Fuga has been in charge of Dali Temple for many years, but he has been impartial and upright and has never been selfless.
This was the first "state leader" after the Tang Dynasty inherited the imperial examination system of the former Sui Dynasty. He was an extremely rare pure minister.
His Majesty Li Er has a strong temper and cannot tolerate the slightest grain of sand in his eyes, but he is by no means an intolerant king. As long as it is correct advice, he will humbly accept it. Otherwise, why would he have been playing with birds in the palace when he suddenly heard that Wei Zheng was in court? Then he was so frightened that he held the bird in his arms and suffocated it to death?
After thinking about it, His Majesty Li Er said: "Let's settle this matter. You can go back for the time being and complete the details of the case. Then we will issue a ruling and announce it to the world."
"Here!"
The four of them stood up, bowed and saluted, took three steps back, and turned around together.
His Majesty Li Er put down the teacup and said again: "Sun Siqing will stay here for a while, I have some instructions."
"Here!"
Hearing this, Sun Fujia stopped, turned around, and returned to His Majesty Li Er.
Changsun Wuji frowned imperceptibly, and without stopping, he walked out of the hall with Zhang Liang and Liu Ji.
When they got outside, the three of them walked towards the palace gate. Changsun Wuji put the servants away and whispered to the two of them: "This is our luck. Your Majesty attaches great importance to the Eastern Expedition and does not want to cause trouble at this moment. Otherwise, these two people After this case is tried, I don’t know how many people will be involved. When it comes to rebellion, the government and the public are even more shaken! Who is innocent and who is innocent? From ancient times to the present, there are countless people who have been wronged when it comes to rebellion! I will never sleep well in my life.”
Zhang Liang twitched the corner of his mouth and said nonchalantly: "What I am saying is that Mr. Zhao is loyal to the country, compassionate, and treats his subordinates with kindness and kindness. Who in the court does not admire him? He is really a role model for our generation."
Changsun Wuji stroked his beard and laughed, but as soon as he burst out laughing, he quickly stopped it.
Tsk tsk, your words are nice, but why do you feel that they don’t feel right?
Could this guy be holding a grudge against him for refusing to help when Fang Jun suppressed him when he went to Jiangnan to serve as the deputy general manager of the Pyongyang-March march?
Otherwise, why use words like "compassionate" and "kindhearted"?
Changsun Wuji was dissatisfied and glanced at Zhang Liang, but did not respond. This guy has a stubborn mind, but he is brave enough and lacks strategy. It is not unreasonable for him to be fooled by Fang Jun. However, when faced with difficulties, he does not think about how to fight back, but simply stays low and follows Fang Jun's lead. He has a real character. It's just despicable, and you can't afford to be angry with such a person.
On the other hand, Liu Jie laughed and said: "Who says it's not the case? I have held the position of the Censor Zhongcheng for many years, and it is not easy. It is the duty of the Censor to report illegal and impeachment of hundreds of officials, but sometimes we report and impeach After that, His Majesty had to weigh the pros and cons of government affairs, and often left it alone, causing us to offend others in vain."
Being able to move from the position of censor Zhongcheng to a province, becoming a minister, and ranking as prime minister is a step to the sky.
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In the main hall, His Majesty Li Er ordered the servants to serve fragrant tea and cakes, and personally held the pot to pour tea for Sun Fujia. He said in a kind voice: "This is the top grade Longjing in the south of the Yangtze River. I love you to taste it and see how spring compares." How about tea?”
Sun Fujia was flattered and stood up in a hurry, bowing and saying: "I don't dare to be a minor minister. Your Majesty has defeated a minor minister!"
His Majesty Li Er burst out laughing, waving his hands and saying, "Why is your love like this? This emperor is incomparable to those 'Mingjuns' who have been taught the court rules since childhood. Back then, he competed with all your love for supremacy on the battlefield and recommended Xuanyuan with blood. How could he have done so?" It is the happiest day, I really miss him! So I never put on any airs of being an emperor. Whether my ministers respect me or not depends on the king's virtue. Then he comes from his heart and emphasizes the majesty of the emperor with a straight face all day long. Is he really dignified? Bullshit! ”
He didn't have the slightest reserve of the world's supreme being. He slapped his thigh and looked like a general in the army or a ruffian in the city without any rules.
However, this kind of straightforward and unpretentious way can make the courtiers feel close to him the most, rather than being respected like a mountain.
Sun Fujia sat down again and drank tea. When he saw His Majesty Li Er going to pick up the teapot again, he was so frightened that he quickly picked up the teapot and said repeatedly: "I am fortunate to have Your Majesty pour a cup of tea. I am so happy that my desire is flying. How dare you drink again and again? I am so poor, I can't afford it."
Hurry and pour tea for His Majesty Li Er.
His Majesty Li Er was incompetent and sighed: "Ai Qing is a pure minister, I know it. The thing I am most proud of in my life is not that I went against the will of heaven and sat in this splendid country, but that I was surrounded by people all over the world. With a large group of courtiers who are pure in nature, we all support each other and work hard to get where I am today, and I dare not forget it for a moment.”
This was the first time that Sun Fujia heard His Majesty Li Er sighing like this, and he was also very curious about the title "Pure Minister", so he couldn't help asking: "I am stupid, I don't know who your Majesty refers to by 'Pure Minister'" ?”
His Majesty Li Er pointed to the cakes on the coffee table, and motioned to Sun Fujia to enjoy them as he pleased, and said slowly: "Duke Mingde and Fan Guangmao, whose divine splendor is reflected, his virtue is promulgated both inside and outside, and his voice fills the temple. He can be regarded as a pure minister; Fang Xuanling A person with a grand demeanor, a talent known as Wang Zuo, a reputation far and near, and a royal crown and hairpin are considered worthy of A pure minister; Wei Xuan failed in admonishing and always took remonstrance and criticism as his heart. He was not as shameful as Yao and Shun, so he could be regarded as a pure minister. He was loyal and sincere, and dared to speak out his advice. He was quite like Wei Zheng, with a generous personality, calm handling of honor and disgrace. Don’t be surprised, you are still a pure minister.”
Then he sighed and looked gloomy: "It's a pity that these people have passed away now, and those who have become officials, and those who can be called 'pure ministers' in the court have become increasingly rare and unique."
Sun Fujia panicked, stood up again, and bowed down: "I am a humble minister, how dare you receive such praise from your majesty? I am ashamed to deserve it, I am ashamed to deserve it!"
He is also a proud person and has always been aloof, but he has never placed himself alongside Du Ruhui, Fang Xuanling, Wei Zheng and others.
In his opinion, these three are all outstanding figures worthy of being remembered in history. How can he be worthy enough to compare with them?
His Majesty Li Er was quite displeased: "Why, is it possible that your beloved is questioning me for being ignorant and ignorant?"
Sun Fuga didn't know whether to laugh or cry: "How dare I have such an intention? It's just that I'm not talented and I would never dare to stand side by side with these three people. If the news spread, others would naturally not slander His Majesty's ability to know people, but they would sneer at him. The humble minister is shameless and does not know how high the sky is. ”
His Majesty Li Er glared and said: "That's the only bad thing about you, you are too thin-skinned. Throughout the ages, how many of those people who are famous throughout the ages were unanimously praised when they were alive? There will always be people who look at you with envy and envy. , it is normal to slander. You have to be like Fang Jun, shamelessly accept all the praises, and everyone will scold you, and you will gradually admit it if you get used to it."
Sun Fuga was speechless.
Who do you want me to learn from? I have to learn from Fang Er?
It's not that Fang Jun is not good. In fact, Sun Fujia has a close relationship with Fang Jun, and he also admires his conduct as a person. However, he is highly praised, and Fang Jun's acting style is unscrupulous, and he takes advantage of it whether it is reasonable or not. Position, Sun Fuga is absolutely incapable of learning.
He could only say: "Your Majesty actually misunderstood Fang Shaobao. Fang Shaobao has a lot of playboy habits, which is caused by his background. He seems to be a fool, but he always has a bottom line, especially his good nature, which makes everyone willing." Get close to him. Looking at the court, the younger generation of officials have gradually taken on important responsibilities, but there is no one who can compare with Fang Shaobao. "
His Majesty Li Er seemed to be smiling but not commenting, and said slowly: "There is some truth in what Aiqin said, but the reason why I repeatedly promote Fang Jun is because I value his way of doing things the most. He has never been willing to stick to the rules. encounter difficulties, Not thinking about how to face difficulties according to the old rules, but always finding new ways to solve them from an unexpected angle, and doing it well every time... Ai Qing is not as good as me."
Sun Fujia thought about it for a while and felt that the emperor had something in his words and was trying to remind himself?
"What your Majesty said is true."
His Majesty Li Er chuckled: "Since love agrees with my words, let's talk about it, how is Aiqing inferior to Fang Jun?"
Sun Fujia was choked: "..." Your Majesty, can we not play like this? On the front foot, you also praised me so much that I moved my subordinates to tears, and those who were my confidants died, but in the blink of an eye, you took pleasure in me?
Anyone can answer your question, but how can I say it myself?
(End of chapter)