prosperous age

Chapter 461 Chapter 460
On the first day of the first lunar month in the 41st year of Jiajing, at the Zhengdan Grand Court Meeting, Emperor Jiajing did not enter the palace, and ordered Cheng Guogong Zhu Xizhong to worship the sky on his behalf in the Xuanji Palace. Civil and military officials, pilgrimage officials, and Siyi tribute envoys all went to the gate of the court to perform five worships and three kowtows Li, still on the table to congratulate.

After the court ceremony was over, all the officials naturally went out of the palace and left separately. Among the three grand scholars in the cabinet at the forefront of the hundreds of officials, Xu Jie only searched for a while, and his eyes fell on the area where the officials of the Imperial Academy were, and soon he came out of it. They saw the figures of Wei Guangde, Zhang Juzheng and others.

Deliberately go over to say something, think of today's occasion, and finally suppress the thoughts in my heart.

There is no rush at this moment.

Wei Guangde was also among the leaving crowd, and after greeting his colleagues around him, he turned around and walked towards the way he came.

But before he had gone far, he was stopped by someone.

"Shan Loan, let's have a drink together."

The one who stopped him was Yang Bo, Shangshu of the Ministry of War, who instantly made him the most eye-catching person here.

After all, in front of him was Yang Bo, Minister of the Ministry of War.

"Yang Shangshu"

Wei Guangde said with some embarrassment that he had made an appointment with a group of friends and planned to go out for a drink later.

"Hehe, well, I won't waste your time."

Looking at his appearance, Yang Bo knew that Wei Guangde should have an appointment, so Fu Xu whispered: "You came to talk about it a few years ago, the Ministry of War has already made a plan, and Dong Yikui will be transferred to Datong as the deputy commander of the garrison. "

Hearing what Yang Bo said, Wei Guangde was overjoyed.

Although he is the deputy commander in chief, that is to say, he works with the commander in chief of Datong, but he is the deputy commander after all. Compared with the deputy commander in chief, he still has less power. At least he is not the boss in the defense zone, but his official rank At least it went up.

"More Yang Shangshu."

Wei Guangde hastily bowed his hands in thanks, and Dong Yikui was promoted to deputy commander, and he, or Yuwangfu's power in the military has been improved a bit.

"After the office is opened, the memorial will be handed over."

Yang Bo said to Wei Guangde before leaving.

Wei Guangde stood at the same spot, watching Master Yang Bo, Shangshu of the Ministry of War, leave, and then walked out.

Many officials in the distance are still paying attention to the movement here. Although they don't know what Yang Bo and Wei Guangde said, they obviously said something. Otherwise, simple greetings would not delay such a long time.

"Good loan."

This time, Wei Guangde was stopped by a shout behind him before taking two steps.

When Wei Guangde turned his head, Zhang Juzheng had already rushed over.

"You were talking to Lord Yang just now, but I didn't come over."

Zhang Juzheng walked up to him and whispered.

"Hehe, that's what I said when I visited the Yang Mansion earlier."

Wei Guangde didn't hide it, and whispered to Zhang Juzheng.

This is not a secret in King Yu's mansion. Besides King Yu, Yin Shizhen and Zhang Juzheng also know about it, and maybe even Gao Gong also knows about it. After all, King Yu hardly hides anything about Gao Gong's mansion.

"Is that the General Xuanfu?"

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 would intervene halfway, and he might have no chance, so he had to wait for the next time.

From this, it can also be seen that the faint influence of Prince Yu's Mansion in the court has reached the level that officials at the first level of the Shangshu have to face up to it.

"Yes, the Ministry of War has already arranged for him, and the Datong will be the deputy commander in chief."

Naturally, Wei Guangde would not hide it from him, after all, Zhang Juzheng would also know about it when the Ministry of War's memorial was released after the opening of the office.

"So good."

Zhang Juzheng smiled and said, "Are there any arrangements? Do you mind going there together?"

Zhang Juzheng said to Wei Guangde with deep meaning at this time, this is a show of favor, he wants to have more communication with Wei Guangde, and also wants to have more contact with the people around him.

Of course Wei Guangde would not refuse, Zhang Juzheng is behind Xu Jie, if there are friends who are recognized by Zhang Juzheng, they may need to rely on elder Xu Ge when they are promoted in the future.

Hugging for the moment, although Xu Ge may sell his face, this is not what Wei Guangde wants.

Ming Dynasty strictly forbids cliques, Wei Guangde's small group, he doesn't want to be labeled as a crony.

The fourth day of the first lunar month is the auspicious time calculated by Qin Tianjian, and the major government offices of the imperial court open on this day.

However, although the office is opened, the official business will not start so early. Everyone has not finished the New Year, so naturally they are busy with entertainment.

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 made another decree to the cabinet.

"Promoted Yan Na, the left servant of the Ministry of Rites, to Minister of the Ministry of Rites, changed Li Chunfang, the left servant of the Ministry of Rites, to be the left servant of the Ministry of Rites, and Dong Fen took the right servant of the Ministry of Rites, in charge of Zhan Shifu's affairs, and all of them were concurrent officials as before. "

From Zuo Shilang of the Ministry of Rites to Zuo Shilang of the Ministry of Officials and then promoted to 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 take the position of the left servant of the Ministry of Rites?"

This was the biggest question in the hearts of everyone in Prince Yu's mansion at this time, and even King Yu, who had long forgotten to get up early, hurried out of the inner courtyard to the front, and sat with Wei Guangde and the others.

"Gentlemen, let's see, is it possible for Master Gao to be promoted to the left servant of the Ministry of Rites?"

King Yu looked eagerly at the crowd and asked.

This time, Wei Guangde didn't think much about it. Although he hadn't contacted Chen Ju, the current situation was already clear. As Chen Ju said, the few officials that Gao Zhong was optimistic about had already entered the Tao, so it was the turn of other officials. Promoted.

"Brother Suqing has a great chance of being promoted this time."

In fact, even if Gao Gong is now promoted to the left servant of the Ministry of Rites, it is only a half-level promotion of the official position, and there will be no promotion in terms of grades, but after all, he is promoted from the right to the left, and the left is the head. .

"The left servant of the Ministry of Rites, the left servant of the Ministry of Officials, Su Qing finally has hope."

Yin Shizhen also agreed at the moment.

Both Zhang Juzheng and Tang Ruji smiled and nodded. Although they didn't know what they were really thinking at this time, it didn't prevent them from making any statement at this time.

If he knew that Gao Gong's promotion was full of displeasure, he might be dropped by Yu Wang in his heart immediately.

"Master Li Chunfang is waiting for this day, I'm afraid it's hopeless, hehe."

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 become a minister, Li Chunfang can not be impatient.

Now that Yan Na is also a minister, and he has also transferred to the Ministry of Officials, his next official position is ready to come out.

"That's good."

King Yu was very happy at this time. When he ascended to the throne in the future, he would trust and reuse these people.

Now that Emperor Jiajing is in power, they can be promoted to a higher position, so he can naturally save a lot of procedures when he pulls them into the cabinet in the future.

King Yu is used to handing over the power to Gao Gong, Yin Shizhen and the others, and he is at ease in the harem.

He is still very clear about his ability, but he will not be arrogant. Only by entrusting government affairs to capable people can we get twice the result with half the effort.

In the sight of Wei Guangde, what King Yu was thinking at this time was that he didn't know when his father would give Yin Shizhen and Wei Guangde promotions. Although he was a little reluctant to let them leave Prince Yu's mansion, they all had their own goals after all. Staying in Prince Yu's Mansion is probably not what they want.

Scholars, who do not regard "self-cultivation, governing the country and the world" as their own responsibility, they all want to challenge the throne of the cabinet, and want to contribute to the prosperity and peace of the world.

Moreover, these people are capable, staying by my side for a long time to chat with me to relieve boredom, I really wronged them.

After chatting in the room for a while, King Yu yawned and left.

It is not yet the Lantern Festival, so the officials of the palace should have a lot of entertainment to go, of course King Yu will not keep him.

After his departure, Yin Shixuan, Wei Guangde and others soon smiled and handed over each other, and left Prince Yu's mansion one after another.

"By the way, good loan."

When Zhang Juzheng and Zhang Juzheng were out of Prince Yu's Mansion, Zhang Juzheng suddenly called Wei Guangde to stop and said, "I heard some news from the teacher yesterday, I wonder if you are interested."

"What's the matter?"

What will the news from Xu Jie be?
Wei Guangde didn't know, but he thought about it in his heart.

"A year ago, His Majesty summoned the teacher alone and asked the teacher some questions."

Zhang Juzheng didn't say anything directly, some tricksters said something innocuous.

Wei Guangde stood there without moving, just quietly waiting for Zhang Juzheng to continue.

"Hehe, okay, okay, you are still so calm."

Zhang Juzheng smiled and continued: "Your Majesty plans to arrange for the Imperial Academy and other yamen to transcribe the "Yongle Dadian". You should know that anyone who participates in the transcribing work is a credit."

"Mr. Xu Ge is in charge of this matter?"

Wei Guangde asked curiously.

"The teacher supports His Majesty's decision, but he didn't take the initiative to invite you."

Zhang Juzheng smiled, staring at Wei Guangde, as if he wanted to see Wei Guangde's surprised expression.

Just as he thought, taking over the job of transcribing the "Yongle Canon" must be a credit. Wei Guangde couldn't figure out why Xu Jie didn't take the initiative to take over the job. Could it be that he wanted to make a three-way invitation with Emperor Jiajing.

"The teacher recommended it."

Zhang Juzheng obviously wanted to show off, he stopped when he talked about the key points.

Wei Guangde was disdainful in his heart, he didn't believe that Xu Jie would recommend him to take charge of this matter, if there was 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, so he continued: "Gao Gong, I also recommended Zhengfu, you and me."

"Hehe, then we need more old Xu Ge."

After hearing Zhang Juzheng's words, Wei Guangde arched his hands at him.

However, they, the lecturers of Prince Yu's Mansion, do have more free time, whether they are copying books or managing copying books, they have time.

And, most importantly, it was a blessing from heaven.

On the second day, Xiyuan sent out another decree. Although it was not a real decree to copy books, it made King Yu extremely excited.

"Gao Gong is the left servant of the Ministry of Rites, a bachelor of the Imperial Academy is in charge of the affairs of the academy, and Chen Sheng is the right servant of the Ministry of Rites."

Gao Gong was promoted to the left servant of the Ministry of Rites. Well, in Wei Guangde's view, this is not the point. The point is that Gao Gong was appointed to manage the Imperial Academy.

Thinking of what Zhang Juzheng said yesterday, it was obvious that Emperor Jiajing might really have made up his mind to leave the job of transcribing the "Yongle Dadian" to the people in Prince Yu's Mansion.

"Today's decree may not be simple."

Wei Guangde spoke.

"Oh, what's not simple."

King Yu was very happy at the moment, he became interested when he heard what Wei Guangde said, and asked.

Wei Guangde did not answer King Yu directly, but looked at Zhang Juzheng.

He didn't know whether Zhang Juzheng had told King Yu about the transcription of "Yongle Dadian".

However, it was obvious that Zhang Juzheng didn't consider this at the beginning, and it was only when Wei Guangde looked at him that he realized it later.

"you mean"

Zhang Juzheng said hesitantly in Wei Guangde's line of sight.

Wei Guangde nodded, "Exactly."

"You two, what are you hiding from Gu, tell me honestly."

Seeing Wei Guangde and Zhang Juzheng playing charades, King Yu immediately spoke.

Wei Guangde saw that Zhang Juzheng wanted to understand, so he made a gesture of invitation to Zhang Juzheng.

Now that King Yu's attention is focused on himself, it's better to forget it. Although he suggested this matter to Chen Ju at first, after all, it was Xu Jie who made the matter happen.

"Ahem, Your Highness, it's actually like this."

Seeing that Wei Guangde gave him this opportunity, Zhang Juzheng also bowed his hands to Wei Guangde, and then told what he and Wei Guangde said yesterday, letting everyone in the room know the answer.

"What Uncle means is that the emperor's father promoted Master Gao to be the Minister of the Left, and he also took charge of the Imperial Academy. Maybe it was to prepare for the copying of the "Yongle Dadian"?"

Yu Wang was stupid, but Zhang Juzheng fed the food to his mouth, of course he still knew how to eat.

"should be."

Wei Guangde interjected without losing the opportunity, "Perhaps, among those who will be responsible for managing and assigning copying work, we will also participate in it."

"Ok?"

King Yu understood what was going on, but his eyes were still a little confused, and some of them obviously hadn't been figured out yet. As for what it was, it was naturally why they listened to what they said. This matter should be handed over to the officials of Prince Yu's mansion.

"Your Highness, there are tens of thousands of books in "The Great Canon of Yongle". When I first saw the collection of books in the Wen Pavilion in the palace, it was really vast. I heard that "The Great Canon" contains everything, and it is a rare book in the world."

Seeing Yu Wang's eyes blurred, Wei Guangde didn't try to show off, so he simply told what he guessed, so that Yu Wang could feel at ease.

"Such a large number of books cannot be completed in one or half a year. The workload is so great that it may not be completed in three to five years, or even more time."

Wei Guangde reminded.

"You mean, when the book is finally written, I'm afraid it will be lonely."

King Yu didn't understand the meaning of Wei Guangde's words at this time.

"exactly."

Wei Guangde nodded.

What he didn't finish was that the transcription of "Yongle Dadian" might not be completed when Emperor Jiajing was alive.

And once the copying of the book was copied to the new dynasty, after the copying of the "Da Dian" was completed, they, the lecturers of the palace, could just get a reward from the new emperor for their work in copying the book.

And by that time, King Yu wanted to promote them, and it became justifiable.

At this moment, Zhang Juzheng fully understood the deep meaning of Wei Guangde's guess, and looked at Wei Guangde thoughtfully, with a trace of blazing heat in his eyes.

(End of this chapter)