Chapter 4017 Placement of cronies
Li Yuanjia's words, "The prince's safety cannot be guaranteed," made His Majesty Li Er realize that he had been somewhat negligent. Nowadays, everyone in the world knows that his heart for Yi Chu is as solid as stone, and everyone knows that the power of the East Palace is huge and his position is stable. Even if he, the emperor, wants Yi Chu, it is not easy. He must use various means to succeed.
If anything unexpected happens to the prince at this critical moment, some people will inevitably suspect that he has done something secretly...
After all, although Li Er is recognized by the world as a good emperor, his personal ethics and character have been criticized repeatedly and he cannot be praised. The act of killing brothers and brothers is still vivid in his mind. Who knows whether he will kill another son today?
Stroking his beard and pondering for a moment, His Majesty Li Er nodded and said: "I have just returned to Chang'an. There are so many things going on that it is difficult to take care of them all at once. It is indeed my negligence in this matter. You can go and tell me in person later. Prince, you will return to the palace when the renovation of the East Palace is completed. In addition, you will also inform the Shaofu, the Ministry of Industry and other yamen, and all craftsmen and building materials will be shipped to the East Palace first. The renovation of the East Palace must be completed as soon as possible. "
Li Yuanjia received the order: "The preparations for the ceremony of worshiping heaven are almost complete. Later, after I went to the Taishi Bureau to see Li Chungang, I will set the date for worshiping heaven and inform your majesty."
His Majesty Li Er said: "You should handle these matters yourself. You must be thorough and make sure nothing goes wrong."
"The most important thing of the country is to sacrifice to the army." The matter of offering sacrifices to heaven is of great importance, especially in this situation where the whole country devoted all its efforts to the Eastern Expedition, but in the end, the navy captured the greatest victory, as long as there was the slightest mistake in the ceremony, It will be infinitely amplified or even extended infinitely, affecting the stability of the imperial power.
Li Yuanjia resigned and left.
Many things seem very difficult, but in fact, as long as you find the right entry point and use the right method, you can often achieve unexpected results, and it is not that difficult...
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Fang Jun came out of Prince Han's Mansion and went directly out of the city to return to the Youtunwei camp to ask for an audience with the prince.
The two sat across from each other in the tent. Fang Jun explained in detail what had just happened to Li Ji who had summoned him. At the end, he comforted him by saying, "Although your Majesty has great prestige and the government and the public are silent about the matter of Yi Chu, in fact everyone has it in their hearts." One judgment is that most people are in favor of the East Palace. This is the reward for His Highness’s outstanding performance over the past year. Therefore, there may not be room for change.”
His Majesty Li Er is indeed overbearing in his actions, and his temperament has changed after returning from the Eastern Expedition, becoming more and more arbitrary. However, His Majesty's reason is also unparalleled. If the whole court questions and people turn against him, it is not impossible to change his mind.
There is a glimmer of hope.
Li Chengqian shook his head and said: "Erlang doesn't need to comfort Gu. The so-called 'no one knows his son better than his father'. In fact, the opposite is also true. No one can understand his father's temperament and style better than Gu. It has always been only him who is willing or not. No one has ever It is impossible to force him to submit. It is impossible to rely on the pressure of public opinion from both the government and the public to force the father to change his mind."
Fang Jun had nothing to say.
For example, the previous Wei Zheng was well known to the world for his outspoken remonstrances, which made His Majesty Li Er afraid of his sincerity and had to admit his mistakes again and again... In fact, it was just His Majesty Li Er's willingness to give the world an image of "humbly accepting remonstrances" , Wei Zheng is a mirror, showing the glorious side of His Majesty Li Er to the world.
The only person in the world who can make His Majesty Li Er change his mind is Queen Wende.
After the death of Queen Wende, no one can control the will of His Majesty Li Er...
Fang Jun sighed and said: "However, even if His Majesty's mind cannot be changed, he will still be wary of the British princes and ministers, which may save His Majesty's life, but it will not lead to a happy death for everyone in the East Palace."
Li Chengqian said happily: "I don't care about Gu's life and death. If there are hidden dangers to the imperial power in the future, even death is not a bad idea. As long as Gu's wife and children can survive, Gu should be grateful under Jiuquan and hold grass in his hand in the next life. Make a ring to repay Erlang and the British Duke for their great kindness!”
No one wants to die, but since ancient times, the deposed prince has never had a happy ending. This is because even if the throne is lost, the existence of the deposed prince will seriously threaten the stability of the imperial power. No matter who ascends the throne, how can such hidden dangers be allowed to exist?
If he could protect his wife and children and keep Li Chengqian's incense alive, it would be a blessing from heaven. How could he dare to ask for too much?
Fang Jun said in fear: "This is the duty of our ministers. Even if you die, you will have no regrets!"
This matter is still far away from death, but it is certain to offend His Majesty Li Er. It is conceivable that both Fang Jun and Li Ji will suffer revenge and suppression from His Majesty Li Er in the future. The two are using their own careers to fight for Li Chengqian. A glimmer of hope.
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When we came out of Li Chengqian's residence, it was dusk, and the long-lost clouds filled the sky. The splendid glory seemed to cover up all the gloom in the world.
When they arrived at the Zhongjun tent, they called Gao Kan, Cheng Wuting, Wang Fangyi, Cen Changqian and others. They also asked the soldiers to prepare wine and food, and they sat across from each other to drink.
During the banquet, Fang Jun first toasted to several of his subordinates, and then said frankly: "Your Majesty wants to seize the position of Secretary of the Ministry of War. I believe that the general of Youtunwei will also have to abdicate in favor of someone worthy of his post soon. What are your plans?"
Unlike Cheng Wuting and others who have a profound background, when Gao Kan came to join the army, he was just a low-income member of the Gao family in Bohai. It was only because of Fang Jun's cultivation that he got to where he is today, so he expressed his position most directly and simply: "Wherever the general goes, the general will follow him, leading his horse and kicking it, without saying a word."
Cheng Wuting ate his food and said indifferently: "It is normal for the officialdom to be ups and downs, ups and downs, and who can remain undefeated for a lifetime? Don't worry, Erlang, even if the general of Youtunwei has changed People, but as long as we are here, we will always be your team!”
With Fang Jun's prestige in Youtunwei, coupled with his own status, qualifications, and achievements, it is enough to hold Youtunwei tightly into a ball. It would be extremely difficult for others to seize control of Youtunwei.
As long as Youtunwei still obeys Fang Jun's orders, he will still be the pillar of the East Palace.
Fang Jun nodded, took a sip of wine, looked at Cen Changqian, Ouyang Tong, and General Xin Mao, and asked with a smile: "You are not affiliated with Youtun Guard, but you are temporarily serving in the army due to the mutiny. In a few days, the academy will be will be restarted, it would be best if you go back and continue studying, but the other three of you In fact, there is no need to waste time in the academy, it is enough to be independent. If you want to go to the six departments to experience, I can write a letter of recommendation for you. The Ministry of War, the Ministry of Personnel, and the Ministry of Industry are all acceptable. If you want to continue to join the army, you can go directly to the Royal Navy. Report, Su Dingfang will reuse it.”
These three people are talents that he must keep in his hands. Together with Su Dingfang, Xue Rengui, Pei Xingjian, Liu Rengui, Xi Junmai and others, they will be the backbone of the Tang Empire in both civil and military fields in the future. With these people in hand, as long as If you live long enough, why do you need to worry about status and power?
When the big bosses of both the military and political parties are from his sect, how can we exaggerate this picturesque country or let him do whatever he wants?
Cen Changqian and others were originally a little depressed when they heard that Fang Jun was about to be suppressed by His Majesty Li Er, but now they were a little excited when they heard Fang Jun's words.
Everyone knows that Fang Jun’s greatest skill is not his literary skills, martial arts, or poetry, but his ability to “know people.” Anyone he values, whether they are heroes from aristocratic families or children from poor families, will be cultivated and valued, and these people will eventually They are all outstanding and brilliant, proving Fang Jun's ability to recognize people.
Since we are so optimistic about them now and are willing to make arrangements for their future, doesn't it mean that they are great talents?
Ouyang Tong was the first to say: "My father has already found a casual job in the Ministry of Etiquette for Bizong. The purpose is to gain more experience, but at the same time he will return to the academy to continue studying. Thank you Marshal for taking the trouble."
His father, Ouyang Xun, was one of the world's leading literary figures with extensive connections. This path was indeed the most suitable for Ouyang Tong.
Fang Jun nodded: "That's very good."
General Xin Mao said: "I am impatient with the studies in the academy, and I plan to stay in Youtun Guard directly, even if I just start as a soldier. Fighting with gold and iron, galloping on the battlefield, this is the life I yearn for, even if one day I am wrapped in horse leather. A worthy death.”
At that time, Fang Jun's song "Looking for a title from a distance of three thousand miles" touched the hearts of many young people. In this era when only military merit can lead to a title, joining the army and fighting on the frontier to win fame and advance to an official career would be a great success. Become the hope and vision of many people.
Fang Jun stroked his palm and praised: "It's important for people to know themselves. You are not as calm as Cen Changqian, and you are not as smart as Ouyang Tong, but you have a resolute temperament and perseverance, which is most suitable for the army. As long as you are careful on the battlefield and live a few more years, you will be granted the title of marquis. It’s no problem, it’s not impossible to become a famous general.”
Finally, he looked at Cen Changqian.
Cen Changqian raised his glass to propose a toast. After finishing the drink, he pondered for a moment and said, "My uncle wants me to take up a position in Shangshu Province, but I don't want to go."
He looked up at Fang Jun and said sincerely: "I have little talent and knowledge, and I dare not comment on national affairs, so I don't plan to go to Shangshu Province. But my uncle has been as kind as the ocean to me, and I dare not and cannot bear to disobey him. Please ask the commander-in-chief To persuade you, I am willing to stay in the academy to study, and at the same time, I can help the commander handle the affairs of the academy.”
Fang Jun laughed and nodded to Cen Changqian: "I thought you were the most honest one, but I found out that you are the most cunning one."
Why would His Majesty Li Er rather be slandered and criticized by Confucianists all over the world than support Fang Jun in establishing the academy and serve as the supreme emperor in the academy's grand ceremony?
Because His Majesty Li Er realized that "professional things require professional people to do" will be the most important trend in the future of the empire. After reading a few sages' books, he believed that he could do any job well, such as "laymen guide experts" The disadvantages will inevitably be reduced gradually. Over time, the students of the academy will surely occupy various powerful yamen. At this time, they will become the "principals" of the backbone of these empires. Let these students become disciples of the emperor, which will be more conducive to the stability of the imperial power.
As long as you have a place in the academy and can surpass all students to become the administrator of the academy, this network will be enriched by Cen Changqian, and in the future, whether you are a "friend" or a "party", you will have a solid foundation.
This is a much more practical path than entering the Shangshu Province and doing errands for more than ten or twenty years before getting promoted...(End of Chapter)