prosperous age

Chapter 399 Chapter 398
"It should be completed within a time limit for the Ministry of Industry, Ouyang Shangshu probably won't be here for long."

Xu Jie only responded lightly to Gao Gong's question, and Gao Gong only nodded slightly.

Gao Gong didn't care about Ouyang Bijin's going or staying. He didn't have the heart to seek the position of Minister of the Ministry of Industry. He only cared about when King Jing's mansion would be completed, so he could think of a way to get King Jing to leave Beijing as soon as possible.

Xu Jie dared to say this, so he was naturally not afraid of Gao Gong's repetition.

Each of the six ministers is in charge of one. Even if Emperor Jiajing plans to approve the redemption according to Xu Jie's vote, the Ministry of Industry can still work without making any effort. It all depends on the coordination and supervision of the cabinet.

Now the three members of the cabinet, Yan Song and Gao Gong, are definitely not counted on. Lu Ben has been doing nothing for many years, so naturally he has no hope, and now he is Xu Jie.

"Everything is up to Mr. Lao Ge."

Gao Gong just clasped his fists at Xu Jie solemnly.

Xu Jie waved his hands and laughed, "It's all right. By the way, I bought some Qiulubai in Tianfu a few days ago. After drinking, it tastes sweet, pure and sweet, and has an endless aftertaste, so it can be called the top grade in the wine. ,Ha ha."

Speaking of this, Xu Jie looked at Zhang Juzheng next to him and said, "Uncle, go to the back and ask them to bring the wine up."

"Yes."

After Zhang Juzheng got up and wanted to salute the two of them, he turned around and went out of the room to find someone to bring the wine, only Xu Jie and Gao Gong were left in the room.

"Now in Prince Yu's mansion, since Su Qing left, there are only two assistants left in the mansion, Yifu and Zhengfu. At this time, there must be no mistakes. I want Shuda to go to the manor to be a lecturer. I don't know what Su Qing thinks ?”

In fact, when Xu Jiezhi left Zhang Juzheng, Gao Gong guessed that he must have something to say to him, now that Xu Jie said his plan, he naturally couldn't refuse.

"You and Uncle have stayed in the Imperial College, so you probably know a little bit about his talent and learning."

Just when Gao Gongpan agreed or asked for something, anyway, it was an exchange, Xu Jie continued to talk about how he and Zhang Juzheng were working together in the Imperial College.

Naturally, Gao Gong did not doubt Zhang Juzheng's ability, and he and Zhang Juzheng not only have a tacit understanding in handling official affairs, but also have very similar views on the current situation. Although Zhang Juzheng is Xu Jie's student, even if Xu Jie retires in the future, It seems that Zhang Juzheng can also be his arm.

Thinking of this, Gao Gong nodded, and didn't think about whether there were any conditions to trade with Xu Jie. Anyway, if he wanted to find Xu Jie, he would not refuse.

"That's right, the talent of the uncle can serve as a lecturer in the palace, it's just"

However, Gao Gong soon realized that Zhang Juzheng's current position in the Imperial Academy was still relatively low.

"I will talk to Wu Shangshu and Yin Zhangyuan, and I will also ask Su Qing to talk about it. Now Li Chunfang, Yuan Wei, Yan Na and you have all served as ministers. It's missing."

Xu Jie said seemingly casually.

Gao Gong's eyes froze when he heard the words. The four people Xu Jie said were all the most potential people in the court, and they were all promoted to ministers in the past year. Obviously, they all went to the cabinet. .

If one of the four was most likely to enter the cabinet first and replace Lu Ben, it would naturally be him and Li Chunfang.

Li Chunfang was the latest among the four in the imperial examination. Yuan Wei was the No. 17 in Jiajing for 20 years. He and Yan Na were Jinshi for 26 years in Jiajing, but Li Chunfang was the No.

Li Chunfang's essays are naturally excellent, and he also wrote good Qing Ci, which quickly skyrocketed and made a steady rise to the top, while the three of them were still waiting for an opportunity in the Imperial Academy, until they were valued by Emperor Jiajing because of Qing Ci.

Afterwards, Gao Gong was sent to Yuwang's mansion as an errand, responsible for teaching Yuwang, while Yuan Wei and Yan Na were still in the Imperial Academy, but they took on some foreign missions, mostly at Taichang Temple.

When Xu Jie brought up this matter at this time, of course he was not aimless.

"Old Lu Ge."

Gao Gong asked tentatively.

But Xu Jie didn't speak, just winked at him, he didn't seem to say anything.

Emperor Jiajing was also patient enough. After so many years, Lu Ben's resignation was rejected several times. In fact, he was asked to occupy a position in the cabinet.

According to Xu Jie's words, this situation is about to change, the cabinet is about to recruit new people, and it will change within this year.

But immediately, Gao Gong felt something was wrong, "Where is Mr. Guo, Minister of the Ministry of Officials?"

He was naturally asking Guo Pu. Speaking of which, he was a 14-year Jinshi in Jiajing, and his qualifications were even older, but Xu Jie didn't mention his name at all in the conversation just now, which is really strange.

"The quality husband should be replacing Wu Peng's position as Shangshu, so he should not be included in the list."

Xu Jie answered Gao Gong's question lightly, and even told Guo Pu's next official position.

Wu Peng became an official, and Ouyang Bijin also resigned repeatedly. It can be said that Yan Song's power in the court has basically disappeared, and the rest is useless.

After leaving the Xu Mansion, Gao Gong sat in the carriage and was still thinking about what Gao Gong said earlier. Lu Ben was leaving to vacate a cabinet position, but the most important thing was the possibility of Wu Peng and Ouyang Bijin. leave.

Is Yan Song about to fall?

But Xu Jie just shook his head and said nothing to his temptation earlier, what does this mean?

Gao Gong couldn't understand Xu Jie's plan, so he had no choice but to ignore it. What he needs to consider most now is how to compete for favor, so that he can get into the cabinet ahead of Li Chunfang.

After all, the number one scholar has a great advantage over a second-class Jinshi like him.

Wei Guangde still didn't know anything about the violent turmoil that was about to occur in the court, but it was all a fight between immortals and had nothing to do with him.

Wei Guangde was also standing at the gate of his house at this time, sending away a group of Tongnian.

Everyone's grades are not high now, and this is the time when we need to hug together to keep warm.

Most of the people who are valued by the nobles have entered their respective circles at this time, and those who still come here either intend to vote for Wei Guangde, or come because they really can't find a good place to go.

Wei Guangde watched the crowd go away, sighed, and went straight back to the house, the door was slowly closed, his entertainment today was over, but in Beijing, such activities are still going on.

Zhang Juzheng, who left with Gao Gong, got into the carriage. After leaving the gate of Xu Mansion, he turned into an alley not long after, and the carriage stopped outside a small gate not long after.

Zhang Juzheng got out of the carriage and came to the door. After two light pats, the wooden door opened. A servant inside saw that it was Zhang Juzheng, and immediately saluted: "Master Xiang is waiting in the flower hall behind."

"Lead the way ahead."

Zhang Juzheng just said something casually, followed the young man into the yard, and then the wooden door was closed again.

"What do you think of Gao Gong? Can we get along with each other?"

In a flower hall of the Xu Mansion, Xu Jie and Zhang Juzheng sat facing each other. The teacups in front of them were misty, exuding a refreshing tea fragrance. There were several charcoal basins around them that emitted heat into the room, dispelling the heat. The coldness of early winter makes the whole house warm.

"Gao Gong is full of talent, he sees things sharply, penetratingly, and has a firm personality, but he is cautious in doing things, and he is very good at judging the situation. His ability is really impressive."

Zhang Juzheng spoke after thinking about it, and Xu Jie who was opposite couldn't stop nodding.

Gao Gong entered Yuwang Mansion after leaving the Imperial Academy, and the relationship between Yuwang and Jingwang destined him to be a natural hostile relationship with King Jing's supporters, but in fact Gao Gong's relationship with Yan's family was not bad, even if Facing Yan Shifan, the two often call each other brothers, eating, drinking and having fun together.

"but."

When Zhang Juzheng said this, he got stuck all of a sudden, not knowing whether he was right or not.

Xu Jie looked up at him, raised his eyebrows and said, "Go on, don't be shy here."

"is teacher."

Zhang Juzheng agreed, then bowed his head and thought about it before continuing: "What I said earlier was my previous opinion on him.

Now, based on my understanding of Gao Gong, this person seems to be somewhat harsh and harsh in nature, and he is also arbitrary in dealing with people, and even somewhat excludes others.

For such people, it is possible to cooperate in a short period of time, but it is difficult to maintain a long-term relationship.

As for why I couldn't see it before, I also thought about it. Maybe it has something to do with the status of Prince Yu's Mansion in the past.

At that time, Prince Yu's Mansion was not stable in the capital. Although he was the eldest son of His Majesty, he did not receive the gift he should have as a prince, so he restrained himself in all aspects. can not tell.

But now, King Yu's status has been confirmed, and Gao Gong has the meaning of a villain. "

Zhang Juzheng said here, looked up at Xu Jie, saw Xu Jie's expression of satisfaction, and then continued: "Although King Yu's status has been confirmed, but there is still no crown prince, there are still variables. At this time, we should continue to unite." When he was an official in Prince Yu's Mansion, Gao Gong began to push Wei Guangde out."

Speaking of this, Zhang Juzheng hesitated for a moment, "Teacher, Wei Guangde should not have a high status in Prince Yu's Mansion. I still don't understand why Gao Gong chose to move Wei Guangde first."

"Hehe. It's normal that you don't know. When Wei Guangde took refuge in King Yu, it was the most difficult time for Prince Yu's mansion. The so-called sending charcoal in a timely manner is nothing more than that.

Therefore, Wei Guangde's status in King Yu's heart was raised very high. Of course, he was still far behind Gao Gong. After that, some things happened one after another. Wei Guangde participated in it, but many of them were not humane to outsiders.

Wei Guangde, leave him alone and continue talking about Gao Gong. "Xu Jie laughed lightly.

After hearing Xu Jie's words, Zhang Juzheng was belatedly aware of why Gao Gong immediately decided to send Wei Guangde out of the capital after Xu Jie raised his head.

It seems that Gao Gong is worried that Wei Guangde's status in Yu Wang's heart will continue to increase. Although it will not threaten him, it is good to have one less opponent.

"Actually, Gao Gong is nothing to fear from his attitude towards the people around him. However, as the teacher said earlier, King Yu relies too much on him, so...
So in the future, if King Yu ascends the throne, I am afraid that Yan Song's position will be held high by him. "

Zhang Juzheng didn't mention his teacher Xu Jie, and Xu Jie also understood Zhang Juzheng's meaning, he was afraid that he might not be able to beat Gao Gong, it was not a matter of means.

The chief minister of the cabinet, the most important thing is the trust of the emperor. Without the support of the emperor, let alone the chief minister, even the cabinet ministers will not be able to sit firmly, unless the emperor arranges to join the cabinet to restrain someone.

After King Yu ascended the throne, Xu Jie would not be killed because of his love for these years, but he would definitely suffer a lot if he fought Gao Gong.

"I am old after all, how many years can I do?"

Xu Jie said something seemingly indifferent, and then said: "For so many years, I have followed Yan Song's footsteps, and I dare not disobey even half of it. I never imagined that when I grow old, do I still have to look at Gao Gong's face? "

"The teacher's meaning. It depends on King Yu."

Zhang Juzheng was not quite sure what Xu Jie's words meant, but he could roughly guess.

Since Gao Gong is not optimistic about Gao Gong, he can only change.

The people around King Yu included Gao Gong, Chen Yiqin, Yin Shizhen, etc. These people had been with King Yu for a long time, but they didn't know if they could challenge Gao Gong's position in King Yu's heart.

"If one doesn't work, tie two, if two don't work, tie three, you should walk around with Li Fang more recently.

When Yu Wang ascends to the position, his position will also rise. Maybe he will be the next Huang Jin. With such a person, try to make friends with them as much as possible, but they must not become enemies. "

Zhang Juzheng got up and bowed deeply to Xu Jie, saying: "The student has been taught."

"Sit down, you and I don't need to be so polite."

Although Xu Jie was very satisfied with Zhang Juzheng's attitude, he still pretended to be friendly and said, "Besides, when you enter Prince Yu's Mansion, you have to pay more attention, it's not as early as a few years before you enter Prince Yu's Mansion.

You have to show humility in front of King Yu, and you have to show more of your talents. If you want to compare with Gao Gong, it must be too late, so try not to show any threat to Gao Gong, you understand. "

"Students understand."

Zhang Juzheng nodded and said.

"Prince Yu's son is gone, but I heard that there are many beauties in the harem of King Yu. I think there will be a new son soon, unlike King Jing, who hasn't made any noise over the years.

If Prince Yu is still there, hey, it’s meaningless to say these things. Anyway, you remember, I still hope that you can win the job of Teacher Yu Wang Shizi in the future.

We are already one step late with King Yu, and we must not slow down with Prince Yu's son. "

Speaking of this, Xu Jie glanced at Zhang Juzheng, and said meaningfully: "You are still young, and you still have a chance."

Zhang Juzheng looked at his teacher Xu Jie, and he took a long time to let out a deep breath.

"Students understand."

The two chatted a few more words, and Xu Jie yawned unconsciously.

"Teacher, the students are leaving now. It is really my fault for delaying the teacher's rest."

Seeing Xu Jie's tired face, Zhang Juzheng hurriedly got up and said.

"Haha, it's okay."

Xu Jie laughed.

Just when Zhang Juzheng was about to turn around, he suddenly turned back.

"What else?"

Seeing Zhang Juzheng's actions, Xu Jie asked strangely.

"Teacher, with regard to Wei Guangde, are you really going to let him go outside according to Gao Gong's intention?"

Zhang Juzheng asked.

"It's too early to think about him. Even if you go to Fujian to serve as a censor, it doesn't mean you can only take the route of governor. Don't forget, you can also take the route of Fujian's inspector. This is not for Hanlin officials. what effect.

Besides, it's hard to say whether that kid's family will stay in Fujian for a long time. "

Xu Jie laughed.

(End of this chapter)