Tiantang Splendid

Chapter 2656 Plan ahead
The officials of the Ministry of War surrounded Fang Jun in front and behind, and they all bowed and saluted, and congratulatory speeches were like waves.

The news of Fang Jun's promotion to the Duke of Yue had already spread throughout the yamen of the central government after the imperial decree was issued by the Menxia Province and approved for filing, causing shock in the government and the public.Now the Duke with the highest title in the court, or the founding minister of the year, or a relative who supported His Majesty Li Er's ascension to the throne and fought bloody battles in all directions, someone like Fang Jun who can rely on his meritorious service in the past few years to rise to the Duke, It is unique.

In particular, the peerless honor of "one family and two kingdoms" makes people feel the prosperity of Fang's family.

In the official circles, he was already popular and despised, but Fang Jun had leapt to the peak of the title of minister, how could he not flatter and flatter him?
Not to mention that these officials of the Ministry of War are all his subordinates, they can be regarded as his direct confidantes, the higher Fang Jun's title and power, the more they will naturally benefit...

Fang Jun didn't put on any airs, he casually clasped his fists in return, smiled and encouraged a few words, so that Li Tai went to the Ministry of War Shangshu's duty room together.

Although I haven't come to the Ministry of War for many days to work, the duty room is spotless, which shows that someone must clean it every day to keep it so clean.

As soon as the two sat down, Cui Dunli, the left servant of the Ministry of War, Guo Fushan, the right servant, Liu Shi, Du Zhijing and others all came. First, they had an audience with His Royal Highness King Wei, and then congratulated Fang Jun together.

Fang Jun waved his hand and said with a smile: "They are all my brothers, why should you be so polite? Please take a seat."

When everyone was ready, Fang Jun cut straight to the point and said, "I will be heading south in the next few days to accompany His Royal Highness King Wei to Jiangnan. Before leaving, I was a little worried, so I came here and told you a few words."

Cui Dunli quickly straightened his back, and said solemnly: "What teachings does the Duke of Yue have, but please be frank, your subordinates will definitely follow orders, there will be no mistakes."

This must be answered by him.

He is acting Minister of the Ministry of War, and can be regarded as the highest official position to succeed Fang Jun in handling the affairs of the Ministry of War. His position means whether Fang Jun can maintain complete control over the Ministry of War as before, and no one else can replace him.

Fang Jun nodded happily, and said: "It's not an order, but I just want everyone to be more vigilant. This time, I'm going south and leaving the capital temporarily. I think some people must covet the power of the Ministry of War. Maybe they will use every stitch to snatch the power of the Ministry of War."

Cui Dunli hurriedly said in a deep voice: "Don't worry, Lord Yue, all of our subordinates will follow the lead of you, Lord Yue. Anyone who wants to get a hand in the authority of the Ministry of War will never pass this level!"

Liu Shi was more direct, and said loudly: "We only recognize you, the Duke of Yue. No matter who wants to get involved in the Ministry of War, even if he comes in under the order, he must be pushed aside to cool off, otherwise there will only be an imperial order. Everyone will be dismissed!"

Li Tai leaned on the back of the chair, watched with cold eyes, and had no choice but to nod secretly.

As an official, no matter how big or small the official is, the subordinate must have one heart with the boss, otherwise he will be stumbling everywhere, and no matter how good the boss is, he will not be able to achieve political achievements.

Look at the officials of the Ministry of War, all of them are about to swear allegiance, just like a den of bandits, if Fang Jun yells that I want to rebel, these subordinates will grit their teeth and follow along...

This is prestige. Not everyone can make subordinate officials follow him wholeheartedly.

But Fang Jun sneered, squinted at Liu Shi, and said lightly: "I'm afraid it may not be so? It's fine if it's someone else. I believe in Mr. Liu's integrity, but if the person who comes is your relative or old friend... I don't know Mr. Liu Can you still remember today's words?"

Liu Xun patted his chest, wanting to show his loyalty, but before he could speak, his heart skipped a beat.

The meaning of this stick, shouldn't it mean something? ,

Or, he came to the Yamen of the Ministry of War today, and he really wanted to tell me these words?Even, do you want to have an attitude with yourself?

The words choked in his throat, Liu Xi swallowed secretly, sweating a little.

The reason why he was able to come to the Ministry of War to serve as the head of the Ministry of War was because his niece, Queen, married Jin Wang and became the concubine of Jin. Otherwise, the energy of the Hedong Liu family would not be enough to send him to such a position as the head of the central yamen.

But then King Jin was imprisoned by His Majesty Li Er, which made Liu Xun lose his backer, and his life in the Ministry of War was difficult, and he was almost unable to get along.

Fortunately, at that time, Fang Jun entered the Ministry of War and made drastic reforms. Although he was suppressed in every possible way, he was finally handed over to take charge of the most important foundry bureau, making him from a marginal man in the Ministry of War to a very popular one. Celebrities, their status has suddenly risen.

But now King Jin has been lifted from the confinement, and it is heard that His Majesty supports him even more than before, and even intends to change the crown prince.

If this is the case, then the struggle between King Jin and the Crown Prince may have started secretly, and this Ministry of War should be an important office for both sides to compete for.

If taking advantage of the time when Fang Jun went south, King Jin and the Guanlong nobles behind him operated properly and placed his cronies in the Ministry of War to take important positions, then where should Liu Shi go?
There was no sound in the duty room, and everyone's eyes were on Liu Shi, waiting for him to express his opinion.

Liu Shi's eyelids twitched, resisting the itchiness caused by the cold sweat on his head sliding down the hairline, he didn't dare to raise his hand to wipe it, his thoughts changed, he gritted his teeth, and said, "Don't worry, Duke Yue, At any time, your subordinates are your most trustworthy confidantes! Don’t dare to say anything else, as long as your subordinates are still alive, no one will even think of putting their hands into the casting bureau!"

He knew what Fang Jun cared about, and he also knew that if the Ministry of War and the Foundry Bureau had to choose one, Fang Jun would definitely choose the latter without hesitation.

So he immediately stated that he must take good care of the casting bureau.

This is not an expedient measure, because he understands Fang Jun's temperament. If he bluntly says that he must obey the family's orders at this time, he may have to turn against Fang Jun in the future. Fang Jun can't do anything to him, and even send him out of this place value room.

But once he is duplicity, snake and mouse, and shows loyalty with his mouth, but secretly mixes with King Jin to dig Fang Jun's corner, then he will face an extremely tragic end.

Changsun Wuji is known as the "Yin Man", who specializes in stabbing the enemy in the back to make them miserable, but Fang Jun is a thunderbolt, he will not wait for the opportunity behind the scenes, but will completely kill you in front of your face. Completely knock down the dust, never turn over!

How did Qiu Shenji die?

How did Changsun Dan die?

Even though no one has ever presented evidence to prove that Fang Jun was involved in the tragic deaths of these two people, everyone in the world believes that he must have done it.

Even though Fang Jun's death was not personally responsible for the death of Chang Sun Huan, the cause and effect are connected, and it is clearly the death of Fang Jun's plan...

Back then, Fang Jun dared to kill the children of such aristocratic families as Qiu Shenji and Changsun Dan. Now Fang Jun has become the Duke of Yue, Prince Shaobao, Minister of the Ministry of War, and a unique leader in the court. Isn't that the same as crushing an ant to death?
So he understands that anything he said in front of Fang Jun today must not be mixed with water, and if he breaks his promise in the future, Fang Jun will definitely make him unable to eat...

Fang Jun nodded and said: "Very good, I hope Director Liu can remember today's words, all of you are witnesses, I have always treated my own people generously and generously, but if anyone treats his own people well, don't blame him I don't miss old love, let you ruin your reputation!"

All the people sighed in unison, and quickly responded: "Duke Yue, don't worry, if there is any negative relationship, both humans and gods will abandon it!"

Li Tai clicked his tongue, listen, is this an official of the imperial court?They are simply a group of bandits who have turned into bandits...

Fang Jun nodded in satisfaction, and said: "Okay, I'm here today, just to tell everyone that everyone in the Ministry of War is loyal to His Majesty and the Crown Prince, and they will be firm in their resolve. , is our duty!"

"That's it for the time being. You can deal with the affairs of the ministry yourself. Cui Shilang will stay for a while."

"Here!"

Guo Fushan, Liu Shi and others hurriedly stood up, saluted and withdrew.

Only Cui Dunli was left wondering: "What other orders does Duke Yue have?"

Fang Jun waved his hand and said: "If it's not what I expected, the Ministry of War will definitely be regarded by King Jin as the key to defeating the prince, so he will definitely try to fight for the dominance of the Ministry of War. It is even possible to dismiss this official The position of Minister of the Ministry of War, let others be appointed."

Cui Dunli took a breath, looked at Li Tai who closed his eyes and meditated, and couldn't help but said: "How is this possible? You have recently entered the Duke of Jueyue, which shows how much His Majesty relies on and trusts you. What’s more, even if you are really dismissed, who is qualified to take this position?”

(End of this chapter)