Chapter 461 Chapter 460 Copy Book
On the first day of the first lunar month of the 41st year of Jiajing reign, Emperor Jiajing did not visit the palace, but ordered Duke Zhu Xizhong to worship heaven on his behalf at the Xuanji Palace. Civil and military ministers and pilgrim officials, All the tribute envoys from the four barbarians went to the gate of the imperial court to perform five bows and three kowtows, and still went up to express their congratulations.
After the court ceremony, all the officials naturally left the palace and left. Among the three cabinet ministers at the front of the hundred officials' queue, Xu Jie only looked for a while, and his eyes fell on the place where the Hanlin Academy officials were. Together, Wei Guangde, Zhang Juzheng and others were soon seen.
I had the intention to go over and say something. Thinking of today’s occasion, I finally suppressed my thoughts.
There is no rush at this moment.
Wei Guangde was also among the leaving crowd. After greeting his colleagues around him, he turned around and walked back the way he came.
But before he had gone far, he was stopped by someone.
"Son loan, let's have a drink together."
The person who stopped him was Yang Bo, Minister of the Ministry of War, instantly making him the most eye-catching person here.
After all, the person in front of him was Yang Bo, Minister of War.
"Yang Shangshu"
Wei Guangde said with some embarrassment. He had already made an appointment with a group of friends and planned to go out for a drink later.
"Haha, okay, I won't waste your time."
Yang Bo knew from the look on his face that Wei Guangde should have an appointment, so he whispered: "Years ago As for what you came to say, the Ministry of War has already made a plan, and Dong Yikui will be transferred to Datong as the Deputy Chief of the Co-defense Force."
Hearing what Yang Bo said, Wei Guangde was very happy.
Although he is the Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Assisted Defense, that is, he works beside the Commander-in-Chief of Datong, he is still the Deputy Commander-in-Chief. Compared with the Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Separate Guard, he still has less power. At least he is not the boss in the defense area, but his official title is At least it went up.
"More Yang Shangshu."
Wei Guangde hurriedly handed over his hand to thank him. Dong Yikui was promoted to deputy commander-in-chief, and his, or Prince Yu's, power in the military increased.
"After the office is opened, the memorial will be handed over."
Yang Bo said to Wei Guangde before leaving.
Wei Guangde stood there and watched Mr. Yang Bo, the Minister of War, leave, and then walked out.
Many officials in the distance are still paying attention to what's going on here. Although they don't know what Yang Bo and Wei Guangde said, they obviously said something, otherwise a simple greeting wouldn't have lasted so long. time.
"Good loan."
This time, Wei Guangde was stopped by a shout from behind before he took two steps.
When Wei Guangde turned around, Zhang Juzheng had already rushed over.
"You were talking to Mr. Yang just now, but I didn't come over."
Zhang Juzheng walked closer and whispered.
"Haha, it's what I said when I went to visit Yang Mansion before."
Wei Guangde did not hide it and whispered to Zhang Juzheng.
This is not a secret in Prince Yu’s Mansion. In addition to Prince Yu, Yin Shizhen and Zhang Juzheng also know it, and maybe Gao Gong also knows it. After all, Prince Yu will hardly conceal anything in Prince Gao Gong’s Mansion. .
"Is that the Xuanfu general?"
Zhang Juzheng said in surprise.
Of course he knew what Wei Guangde was talking about, but after knowing that the Ministry of War had a detailed plan, he thought that Dong Yikui had intervened halfway. He was afraid that he would not have a chance, so he could only wait until next time. He did not expect that Yang Bo would come specifically to find him.
From this, it can also be seen that the influence of Prince Yu's palace in the court has reached a level that even officials at the level of Shangshu have to face it.
“Yes, the Ministry of War has made arrangements for him, the deputy general of Datong Assistant Guard.”
Naturally, Wei Guangde would not hide it from him. After all, Zhang Juzheng would also know about it once the Ministry of War memorial was published.
"That's very good."
Zhang Juzheng smiled and said: "Have you made arrangements? Do you mind coming together?"
Zhang Juzheng said to Wei Guangde with deep meaning at this time, this It was to show goodwill, to have more communication with Wei Guangde, and to have more contact with the people around him.
Of course Wei Guangde will not refuse. Behind Zhang Juzheng is Xu Jie. If any of his friends are recognized by Zhang Juzheng, they may need to rely on Mr. Xu Ge for promotion in the future.
Even though Mr. Xu Ge might betray his face by cramming himself, this is not what Wei Guangde wants.
The Ming Dynasty strictly prohibited cliques. Wei Guangde's small group did not want to be labeled as a clique.
The fourth day of the first lunar month is an auspicious day and time calculated by the Qin Tianjian. On this day, all major government offices in the imperial court opened.
However, although the office is open, the official business will not start so early. Everyone has not finished celebrating the New Year, so naturally they are busy with social activities.
However, on the fifth day of the Lunar New Year, when Wei Guangde entered Prince Yu's Mansion, he heard the news that Emperor Jiajing of Xiyuan once again issued an order to the cabinet.
"Yan Na, the left minister of the Ministry of Official Affairs, was promoted to the minister of the Ministry of Rites. Li Chunfang, the left minister of the Ministry of Rites, was changed to the left minister of the Ministry of Official Affairs. Dong Fen took charge of Zhan affairs as the right minister of the Ministry of Rites. All of them held concurrent posts as before, and they still received the second-grade salary of Chunfang. "
From Zuo Shilang of the Ministry of Rites to Zuo Shilang of the Ministry of Civil Affairs and then to the rank of Minister, this seems to have become the only way for ministers to enter the cabinet. Now Yan Na and Li Chunfang have finally embarked on this broad road.
"Who will be the position of Zuo Shilang of the Ministry of Rites?"
This is the biggest question in the minds of everyone in Prince Yu's Mansion at this time, and even Prince Yu, who had forgotten to get up early, hurried out He arrived at the front of the inner courtyard and sat with Wei Guangde and others.
"Gentlemen, let's see if it is possible for Master Gao to be promoted to the left minister of the Ministry of Rites."
King Yu looked at everyone eagerly and asked.
This time, Wei Guangde didn't think too much. Although he had not contacted Chen Ju, the situation was now very clear. As Chen Ju said at the beginning, several officials Gao Zhong was optimistic about had already joined the road, so It's also time for other officials to be promoted.
"Brother Su Qing has a great chance of promotion this time."
In fact, even if Gao Gong is promoted to Zuo Shilang of the Ministry of Rites, it will only be a half-level promotion in official position, and there will be no promotion in grade. , but after all, he was promoted from the right to the left, with the left as the leader, which can be regarded as a promotion, and he is one step closer to the position of minister.
"The left minister of the Ministry of Rites, the left minister of the Ministry of Personnel, Su Qing finally has hope."
Yin Shizhen also agreed at this moment.
Zhang Juzheng and Tang Ruji both nodded with smiles. Although they did not know what they really thought at this time, it did not prevent them from making any statements at this time.
If he knew that Gao Gong was unhappy about his promotion, he would probably be heartbroken by Prince Yu immediately.
"Master Li Chunfang and Mr. Li have been waiting for this day, and I am afraid that they will be disappointed, haha."
At this time, Zhang Juzheng laughed out loud.
When they were in the Hanlin Academy, they were all talented writers. Although they had different grades, they all tried their best to please the emperor in terms of Qingci.
Seeing Yuan Wei enter the cabinet and Guo Pu becoming minister, Li Chunfang could not be impatient.
Now that Yan Ne has become a minister, and he has also been transferred to the Ministry of Personnel, his next official position is about to be announced.
"That's good."
King Yu was very happy at this time. When he ascends to the throne in the future, he will trust and reuse people like Gao Gong.
Now that Emperor Jiajing is in power, they can be promoted to higher positions, so he will naturally be able to avoid a lot of procedures when he brings them into the cabinet in the future.
King Yu was accustomed to handing over power to Gao Gong and Yin Shizhen, while he was enjoying himself in the harem.
He is very aware of his own abilities and is not arrogant. Only by leaving government affairs to competent people can he get twice the result with half the effort.
Looking at Wei Guangde, what King Yu was thinking about at this time was that he didn’t know when his father would give promotions to Yin Shizhen and Wei Guangde. Although they were a little reluctant to let them leave Prince Yu’s Mansion, after all, they They all have their own goals, and staying in Prince Yu's Mansion may not be what they want. Scholars, who do not regard "cultivating oneself and governing the country to bring peace to the world" as their own mission, all want to challenge the throne of the cabinet and contribute to the prosperity and peace of the world.
Moreover, these people are all capable. It is indeed wronging them to stay with him for a long time to chat with him and relieve his boredom.
After chatting in the room for a while, King Yu yawned and left.
It has not yet passed the Lantern Festival, so the officials of the palace should have a lot of entertainment to go to. Of course, King Yu will not leave people behind.
After his departure, Yin Shizhen, Wei Guangde and others quickly smiled and handed each other, and left Prince Yu's Mansion one after another.
“By the way, good loan.”
When he and Zhang Juzheng were leaving Prince Yu's Mansion, Zhang Juzheng suddenly stopped Wei Guangde and said, "I heard some news from the teacher yesterday. I wonder if you are interested."
"What's the matter?"
What could the news coming from Xu Jie be?
Wei Guangde didn’t know, but he thought about it.
“Years ago, His Majesty summoned the teacher alone and asked him some questions.”
Zhang Juzheng didn't say anything directly, but made some innocuous remarks.
Wei Guangde stood there without moving, just waiting quietly for Zhang Juzheng to continue.
"Haha, okay, okay, you are still so calm."
Zhang Juzheng smiled and continued: "Your Majesty plans to arrange for the Hanlin Academy and other yamen to copy the "Yongle Dadian". You should know, Anyone who participates in the copying work is a credit."
"Is Mr. Xu Ge responsible for this?"
Wei Guangde asked curiously.
"Teacher supports your majesty's decision, but he did not take the initiative to ask for help."
Zhang Juzheng smiled and stared at Wei Guangde, as if he wanted to see Wei Guangde's surprised expression.
Just as he thought, taking over the task of copying the "Yongle Dadian" must be a great achievement. Wei Guangde couldn't figure out why Xu Jie didn't take the initiative to take over the task. Did he still want to have a threesome with Emperor Jiajing? Please three times.
“The teacher recommended it.”
Zhang Juzheng obviously wanted to sell things off, and he paused at the key point.
Wei Guangde was disdainful. He did not believe that Xu Jie would recommend him to take charge of this matter. For such a good thing, he would only recommend his student Zhang Juzheng.
Not seeing the change in Wei Guangde's face, Zhang Juzheng was a little bored and continued: "Gao Gong also recommended Zhengfu, you and me."
"Haha, there are more. "Mr. Xu Ge."
After hearing what Zhang Juzheng said, Wei Guangde cupped his hands at him.
However, they, the officials of Prince Yu's Mansion, do have more free time, whether they are copying books or managing copying books, they all have time.
And, most importantly, this is the work of God.
On the second day, a decree came out from Xiyuan again. Although it was not a real decree, it made King Yu extremely excited.
"Gao Gong was promoted to the left minister of the Ministry of Rites, the bachelor of Hanlin Academy was in charge of the affairs of the academy, and Chen was promoted to the right minister of the Ministry of Rites."
Gao Gong was promoted to the left minister of the Ministry of Rites, well, in Wei Guangde's opinion , this is not the point, the point is that Gao Gong was appointed as a member of the Hanlin Academy.
Thinking of what Zhang Juzheng said yesterday, it was obvious that Emperor Jiajing might have really made up his mind to leave the task of copying the "Yongle Dadian" to people from Prince Yu's family.
“Today’s decree may not be simple.”
Wei Guangde said.
"Oh, what's not simple?"
Wang Yu was very happy at the moment. When he heard what Wei Guangde said, he became interested and asked.
Wei Guangde did not answer King Yu directly, but looked at Zhang Juzheng.
He did not know whether Zhang Juzheng had told King Yu about the copying of "Yongle Dadian".
However, it was obvious that Zhang Juzheng did not consider this at first, and only realized this later when Wei Guangde looked at him.
“You mean”
Zhang Juzheng said hesitantly in Wei Guangde’s sight.
Wei Guangde nodded, "Exactly."
"You two, what are you hiding from me? Tell me honestly."
King Yu saw Wei Guangde and Zhang Juzheng playing riddles and immediately said .
Seeing that Zhang Juzheng had figured it out, Wei Guangde made a gesture of invitation to Zhang Juzheng.
Now that King Yu is focusing on himself, he might as well forget it. Although he originally proposed this to Chen Ju, after all, it was Xu Jie who promoted it.
"Ahem, Your Highness, that's actually the case."
When Zhang Juzheng saw Wei Guangde giving him this opportunity, he also gave it to Wei Guangde, and then told him again what he and Wei Guangde said yesterday, Let everyone in the room know the answer.
"What Shuda means is that my father made Master Gao promoted to Zuo Shilang and took charge of the Hanlin Academy. Maybe he was making preliminary preparations for copying the "Yongle Dadian"?"
Is Yu Wang stupid? Stupid, but Zhang Juzheng always puts food to his mouth, so of course he still knows how to eat.
“It should be.”
Wei Guangde lost no time in interjecting at this time, "Perhaps, among those who will be responsible for managing and assigning book copying work, we will also participate."
"Huh?"
Wang Yu understands What was going on, but he was still a little confused in his eyes, some of which he obviously hadn't thought through yet. As for what it was, it was naturally why listening to their words, this matter had to be left to Prince Yu's Mansion.
"Your Highness, there are tens of thousands of books in "Yongle Dadian". When I saw the collection of books in the Wen Pavilion in the palace, it was really vast. I heard that "Dadian" is all-encompassing and is a rare book in the world."
Wei Guangde saw that King Yu’s eyes were confused, so he didn’t show off and simply told what he had guessed to make King Yu feel at ease.
"Such a large number of books cannot be completed in one and a half years. The workload is so large that it may take less than three to five years, or even more, to complete."
Wei Guangde reminded.
"What you mean is that when the book is finally written, I'm afraid it will be lonely."
At this time, King Yu still didn't understand the meaning of Wei Guangde's words.
“Exactly.”
Wei Guangde nodded.
What he didn't finish was actually that when Emperor Jiajing was alive, the copying of "Yongle Dadian" might not be completed.
Once the copy of the book reaches the new dynasty, after the copying of the "Dadian" is completed, they, the palace lecturers, can just get the reward of the new emperor for their work of copying the book.
At that time, it became justifiable that King Yu wanted to promote these people.
At this time, Zhang Juzheng fully understood the meaning of Wei Guangde's guess. He looked at Wei Guangde thoughtfully, with a hint of passion in his eyes.
(End of this chapter)