Long live Emperor Wu!

Menxiasheng are all close ministers who serve the emperor. The highest officer is Shizhong, one of the three prime ministers.

Shizhong, as the name suggests, serves the middle court.

During the Qin and Han Dynasties, he was directly assigned to the emperor's casual duties, and his rank was not high. After the Wei and Jin Dynasties, he gradually became synonymous with trusted ministers.

The entire province under the jurisdiction of the Shizhong serves the emperor personally. For example, they instruct the emperor on the etiquette of entering and exiting during sacrifices and court meetings, and provide advice to the emperor when making decisions.

Even when traveling, they would follow around, play and chat with each other, and if necessary, offer handkerchiefs to wipe their hands with.

They are the most direct representatives of the emperor's personal will.

The national policies and edicts formulated by Zhongshu Sheng will be circulated through the Menxia Province. If the emperor discusses with the Menxia Province and is dissatisfied with it, the Menxia Province has the right to directly refute it.

Among those of the fifth rank were the officials under the emperor who were dedicated to finding fault with the imperial edicts and national policies.

Changsun Wuji recommended Pei Xingjian to Shizhong, meaning: Since Your Majesty appreciates him so much, you can stay with him and play with him.

We don't want it.

The emperor lowered his eyes and did not speak. His beautiful jade covered his eyebrows, making it increasingly difficult to distinguish between joy and anger.

Pei Xingjian was completely quiet at this time.

Except at the beginning, when several ministers were debating the details, he was asked to explain a few words, but he actually didn't say much.

He is the protagonist today, but not the protagonist of the debate, but the protagonist who is pushed and pulled by the two forces.

Who dares to breathe?

Finally, the young emperor spoke and said:

“Since Pei Xingjian’s constitution has something to recommend it, it will be handed over to the Zhongshu Provincial Department to check for omissions and come up with a feasible version, and then the Ministry of Civil Affairs will review it and put it into practice by the Ministry of Personnel.

He is full of enthusiasm and wants to improve the imperial examination system. Naturally, it is most appropriate for him to personally witness the implementation... But what you all love is also reasonable. The Minister of the Ministry of Personnel is indeed a bit hasty. It is better to serve as the Minister of the Ministry of Personnel first and assist the Ministry of Official Affairs to try it out.

As for the Minister of Civil Affairs, we should wait until Chu Suiliang's two-year term is over before he comes back. "

This has been enough of a setback.

Zhongshu Sheng could participate in the formulation of specific strategies, and the Minister of Civil Affairs also gave it to Chu Suiliang. Even if Pei Xingjian was promoted out of the ordinary, it was reasonable.

But Changsun Wuji still felt that Pei Xingjian promoted him too much.

He raised his head, cupped his hands and said:
  "Your Majesty, even when Ma Zhou was promoted by the late emperor because of a piece of national policy, he was the first to serve as a minister of the imperial family. He was promoted from serving as a minister to being a minister of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. After many years of experience, he became the Minister of the Imperial Academy.

Your Majesty's promotion of Pei Xingjian is extremely shocking. Pei Xingjian is still young, so he needs to participate in the central government affairs and gain more experience. "

Li Shan frowned slightly, his voice was somewhat anxious, and he said unhappily;
  "Ma Zhou started from the white body, so he should have progressed step by step.

Pei Xingjian was already the magistrate of Chang'an County and had served in the court for many years. The Ministry of Personnel is the place where this charter is implemented. It is most appropriate for him to supervise the trial implementation of his ideas. "

Changsun Wuji wanted to say more, but Li Shan raised his hand to stop him and said impatiently:

"I just hope that this article can be implemented smoothly. If the Taiwei feels that it is inappropriate for him to serve as the Minister of the Ministry of Civil Affairs, it will be temporary. Once the Ministry of Civil Affairs has passed the trial and is on the right track, I will remove him from his position and transfer him to It’s the right place.”

As he spoke, he withdrew his hand and leaned forward slightly. The jade algae on the emperor's crown shook slightly twice. He looked at Changsun Wuji and said in a gentle and questioning tone:
  "Isn't this okay?"

As soon as these words came out, all the officials in the court looked at Changsun Wuji silently.

In this round of bargaining, in front of all the officials, the Holy Emperor likes to negotiate, retreats step by step, and finally asks this question, if Changsun Wuji still says no.

That really means you don't take the emperor seriously.

In silence. Li Ke, the king of Wu, Yu Wenjie, the minister in charge, and Li Ji, who was temporarily acting as minister of the province, Youpushe, all came out to support the emperor, saying:
  "I think there is nothing wrong with what Your Majesty said."

"I also believe that your Majesty handled the matter properly."

"My minister agrees."

Changsun Wuji also felt that the atmosphere in the court was not conducive to him, so he softened and said:
  "If that's the case, then we will handle it as Your Majesty says."

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After the court, the ministers walked out with their legs hanging down. When passing by Pei Xingjian, several ministers looked at him enviously, and some even said:

"Master Pei is so lucky. He has reached the sky in one step. When we were your age, we were still fighting to the death on the battlefield. Congratulations."

Somewhat with a hint of jealousy.

Upon hearing this, Pei Xingjian quickly bowed and saluted, lowered his posture to the lowest level, and said with a smile:
  "The blessings of my lords are all temporary."

When everyone saw how smooth he was, some were surprised, some were disdainful, and they dispersed after a while.

Only Wei Siqian stood beside him and said sincerely:

"Pei Erlang, you have opened a window for promotion for the talented and educated young people from poor families in the world. I thank you on their behalf."

As he spoke, he bowed his hands and saluted Pei Xingjian squarely.

Pei Xingjian quickly took his hand, lifted him up, and said:

"Hey, brother, this is just flattering me. I should thank Your Majesty. If it weren't for His Majesty's full support, no matter how good my idea is, it will be in vain."

Pei Xingjian pulled him and walked out. As he walked, he persuaded him and whispered:

"It was very difficult for me to meet His Majesty just now. You and I have to help him. Don't catch His Majesty's private morality being taken seriously...

Bah, there is nothing wrong with His Majesty’s personal ethics. He is not arrogant and licentious, searching for beauties all over the world..."

On this side, Li Shan, the emperor of the Tang Dynasty, was driven back to Zhaoqing Hall in a sedan chair. He changed his clothes under the service of a group of maids, and then lay on his back on the bed.

"Hey... I'm so tired." He said with his eyes closed.

Seeing that his expression was normal, Wu Rou knew that everything was going well and said:
  "It seems that His Majesty bargained for a satisfactory result."

Li Shan gave a soft "hmm" and still didn't open his eyes. Instead, he casually pulled Wu Rou, who was sitting beside the bed, into his arms, hugged her, and didn't speak for a long time.

After a while, he said:

"If it weren't for the benefit of the country, I really don't want to waste so many words. They can do whatever they want. Unfortunately, it can't be done..."

Wu Rou nestled on his shoulder, hugged his waist, smiled happily, and said:
  "Your Majesty will definitely be a good emperor."

Li Shan closed his eyes, slightly raised the corners of his lips, and suddenly said:

"Hey, what do you think if I become a foolish king? Just leave the government to the three provinces and let them fight and make their own decisions. As for me, I will take you and take the clan money to go sightseeing among the people. I want to It’s beautiful when you think about it.”

Wu Rou laughed out loud after hearing this, nodded in agreement and said:

"It is indeed a beautiful thought."