Yi Song

Chapter 256 Zhang Zeduan, a capable minister and official

Zhang Zeduan laughed and said, "Xue Gong, Wang Gong, it's a coincidence that there is a place where I can ask for a few of you."

"Mr. Zhengdao, it doesn't matter."

"It's like this. During the Qingming Festival, Jinmingchi will hold the first dragon boat bidding competition. After last year's selection, a total of sixteen state dragon boat teams participated in this competition.

Ningxia, Yan, Shuofang and other prefectures, the old land of Lingwu, suffer from bitter cold and drought, so this dragon boat team does not force it. Only in May, the first Polo Champions Cup will be held. "

Zhang Zeduan said calmly.

"You may not know that polo is among the top three favorites among officials. The Polo Champions Cup was supposed to be held last year. However, a shocking fraud case broke out in the spring of last year, which was widely implicated. The government and the public had no intention of doing anything else. They even bid for dragon boats. The competition has been delayed.

Then Erlang raised troops to pacify Xia, and all the elite cavalry went into battle. The officials felt that the lack of brave knights from the Western Army was very unsatisfactory. So I reluctantly postponed it until this year.

Now that the war is victorious and all parties are convinced, a polo match should be held grandly. In addition to the three polo teams sent by the Western Army, various families are also invited to work together to send a polo team to participate in this grand event. "

Xue Gongsu and Wang Shouxu looked at each other and said in unison: "We are lucky enough to attend this grand event and it is our duty to participate in it together!"

Go through what you need to do one by one, take out a charcoal pencil, and sketch.

"It's settled!" Liang Baichuan and Zhang Langyan replied in unison, "From now on, we will only obey the orders of the commander-in-chief, and will go through fire and water without hesitation."

Zhang Zeduan exchanged a few words with Liu Yanqing on the road, then said goodbye and returned to Kaifeng Mansion.

"Bo Ji, I have something to ask you."

"Everything is ready, except for the playing field." Zhang Zeduan slapped the table, stood up, stuffed the pamphlet into his clothes, and walked out.

"Okay, if there are Duke Xue and the prince, I will rest assured. The old land of Lingwu has been restored to the royal land, and the army and the people are enthusiastic and participating in the grand event. The people are united, and the heaven and the earth are lauded. If the word spreads, the officials will be overjoyed.

When he walked into the inner courtyard of the government office, acquaintances greeted him along the way.

Zhang Langyan shook his head and sighed: "The King of Jin was not unjustly defeated. Commander Jie defeated Xixia almost by himself. Against such a talent that has not been produced for thousands of years, the King of Jin is not unjust."

Liu Yanqing left with him.

Xue Gongsu, Wang Shouxu, Liang Baichuan, and Zhang Lenyan sat in the living room and were silent for a long time.

Zhang Zeduan didn't wait for the announcement and walked straight in.

"Is the official Shaoyin here?"

"Yes, Mr. Li is inside."

The whole world enjoys a feast, and the Xia barbarians eat salty food. Fengheng Yuda is worthy of its name! "

Returning to his check-in room, he drank two pots of herbal tea, which relieved the heat inside and outside his body. He took out a pamphlet from his pocket and opened it.

After a few words of greetings, Zhang Zeduan, who was busy with work, invited Xue Gongsu, Wang Shouxu and others to go to the polo match for personal guidance when they had time, and then said goodbye.

"I've met Judge Zhang."

Walking to a book signing hall, the clerks outside the door handed over their hands.

Xue Gongsu and Wang Shouxu looked at each other and asked leisurely: "Are you determined?"

Seeing Zhang Zeduan laughing, Xue Gongsu, Wang Shouxu and others felt unspeakably awkward.

Liang Baichuan sighed sadly: "Prince Jin, you were so unjustly defeated!"

Li Gang was lying on the desk reviewing official documents. When he heard the sound, he raised his head and saw Zhang Zeduan, and couldn't help but show bitterness on his face.

"Brother Zhengdao, what's the matter with you?"

"It's about the polo venue."

"Do you want to ask me about this too?"

"You are the Shaoyin of Kaifeng Prefecture. If not you, who should I look for?"

Li Gang sighed slightly, put down his brush, stood up and asked, "Did you just come back?" "Yes."

"Let's go to the side room for tea."

"it is good."

Sitting down in the side room, the servant served tea and stepped back.

Zhang Zeduan said impatiently: "The polo match is of concern to the officials and attention of the government and the public. Don't ignore it."

"Just use the venue for the Cuju competition." Li Gang answered nonchalantly, holding the tea cup.

"No, the venue for the Cuju competition does not meet the requirements of the polo competition. The length, width and width, as well as the goal setting, are completely different and cannot be used."

"Then what do you want me to do?"

"When Erlang asked you to build a comprehensive stadium that can accommodate polo, Cuju and other events, you didn't listen and thought it was a waste. Now it's even more wasteful to borrow it here and there and build it temporarily."

"Building the golf course? You open your mouth, where will the money and food come from? Where will the open space come from? Where will the manpower come from?" Li Gang put down his tea cup and asked angrily.

"I asked you to cooperate with Captain Gao, but you just didn't listen. There are so many military camps in the north of the city in the open space. With just a piece of paperwork from the front office secretary, one can be freed up. Manpower, money and food are all important to Captain Gao. ?

And Lieutenant Gao is the most passionate about this kind of thing. If you transfer this matter to him, you will give him a merit. He will not even have time to thank you, but he will guarantee that he will handle it very well for you. "

Li Gang remained silent.

"What? Do you think it's embarrassing to cooperate with Captain Gao, and it affects your reputation for being upright and incorruptible?"

Li Gang snorted, acquiescing.

"Haha, I see, you have been scolded by Erlang for being away from him for a long time, and you are acting like a bitch again." Zhang Zeduan scolded him unceremoniously.

"Which is the lesser of two evils. Since Erlang introduced Nanqu, Daxing Mahjong tiles, and asked me to hold Cuju, polo, dragon boat and other events, the officials have been fascinated by it.

One-third of the Long Live Mountain has been repaired and will no longer be repaired. Huashi Gang exists in name only. Xicheng Station changed from plundering fields to opening coal mines, setting up iron works, and conducting shipping and trade. Calculate how much less the treasury has spent and how much less exploitation the people have suffered.

You are not satisfied yet and actually want to put an end to them all. You people, who succeed more than you fail, must let the officials go back to the old ways? "

Li Gang was a little angry and said, "Your father was deceived for a moment, and we ministers should remonstrate with our sincere hearts."

"Confused, how many years have passed since the official Dabao took the throne, and you still haven't seen that he is someone who listens to advice? Your so-called advice is just to gain fame for yourself, and you don't think about solving the problem at all.

When the time comes, there will be a lot of trouble, the officials will lose their reputation and become a weak king; the people will lose their money, their families will be ruined, but you will be the only one who succeeds in asking for fame and has unlimited glory. I see, the most selfish people in the world are you innocent people. All the books of sages have been read into your buttholes! "

Li Gang blushed when he was scolded, "When Erlang was in Bianjing, he scolded me. When he was not in Bianjing, you still came to scold me, and I took turns being scolded by you."

Zhang Zeduan said rudely: "Who scolded you if you did the right thing! Erlang and I scolded you just because you did the wrong thing. It's not like you don't know the tempers of Erlang and me. If we don't really value you, scold you? Why don't we save it?" Drink some water to nourish your energy.”

Liu Guozhang was Li Gang's nemesis. Zhang Zeduan, who had a similar temperament with him, learned a few tricks and continued to defeat Li Gang.

After saying these words, Li Gang was so angry that his face changed like a rainbow. Finally, he gasped and said bitterly: "Okay, I will go to the front office of the palace in the afternoon to discuss this matter with Lieutenant Gao."

"That's right. Zhang Bangchang is the prefect of Kaifeng Prefecture, but he is keen on making friends with powerful people. He can spend three to five days in a month in Kaifeng Prefecture to deal with matters. He is loyal to the country.

If he doesn't care about things, you have to shoulder the critical responsibilities of Kaifeng Mansion. Whether you endure humiliation or bear heavy burdens, or you have the courage to do things, you can find ways to deal with those guys in the court, lighten the burden on the people, and make them suffer less. "

"Brother Zhengdao, I understand."

"Boji, Erlang is right, we all need to change our thinking. Don't stick to past experiences, and don't be suffocated by the so-called sages' teachings. I have a bright heart, so what can I say?"

"Brother Zhengdao, you started telling the same story again."

"So what, I'm just asking you, does it make sense?"

Li Gang was silent for a while, then replied quietly: "It makes sense."

(End of this chapter)