Kowloon wins

Chapter 718 Harvest Season ([-])

Seeing the sky is approaching the Spring Festival, the festive atmosphere in the capital, even if it has been snowing for several days, can't stop people's enthusiasm for buying new year's goods, no, early in the morning, just after dawn, there are already Many small vendors stopped on the street at the beginning of the heavy snow. Although most of the people hadn't gone out yet, the hawking along the street was already ringing out one after another. Hong Qing, who was in the eight-carriage sedan chair, didn't care about it. On the contrary, she enjoyed the noise quite a bit. There was nothing else. But what he wants to reap is not crops, nor goods, but human heads!
It has been half a year since the Neyan case was reported at the end of May, and Hongqing has never made any major moves, and only announced the "Regulations on the Daily Management of the Ministry of Officials" on the day of the trial, which contained many rules and regulations. There are dozens of items in Linlin, if they are to be strictly enforced, the official department will immediately become the Qingshui Yamen. Of course, this is just an ideal state. Speaking of violations seized, they are really pitifully few. Over the past six months, there were only three cases in total, and the ones who were caught were all small fish and shrimps, and the offenses were all too minor. However, the situation in the Ministry of Officials seems to be very good.

Is the situation really good?of course not!Don't look at the officials of the Ministry of Civil Affairs who are very well-behaved in front of Hong Qing, but what they do is all deceitful deeds. They either procrastinate or deliberately misinterpret and change the things that Hong Qing confessed to them. Tossing happily, are you angry?There is one thing, but definitely not much, there is nothing else, it is not worth getting angry with a bunch of boring people, besides, the reason why Le Xiheng and others are so presumptuous is the result of Hong Qing's deliberate indulgence, for Just to get the real evidence, what they want is to have the fun of reckoning after the autumn. Now, the butcher's knife has been raised, Hong Qing is waiting to see the result of the rolling of heads.

"Is Prime Minister Zhang here?"

As soon as she arrived at the official office, Hong Qing did not go to her office, but led Li Minxing and several other guards directly to the Shangshu's office at the opposite door, but she did not enter without warning, but politely asked A Goshha who was about to come up gave a cry.

"If you go back to the prince, Zhang Xiang is working inside, so I'll go and report to you now."

In the past, Hong Qing often came to Zhang Tingyu to discuss business affairs. That Geshiha was Zhang Tingyu's valet, and she was used to it for a long time. He replied respectfully.

"Well, it's work."

Hong Qing didn't say much, but just thanked her reservedly.

"My lord, please wait a moment."

Hearing Hong Qing's words, that Geshiha didn't dare to delay a little bit, saluted respectfully, turned around and walked into Zhang Tingyu's office in a hurry, without turning his heels, he saw Zhang Tingyu come out from behind the screen .

"The lower official has seen the prince."

Zhang Tingyu's mind is not as simple as that of his subordinate, Geshha. He can see at a glance that Hong Qing has come to the door so early today, and there must be something important to do. Yes, Hongqing's performance this year has been too well-behaved. Except for a small fit when she made a nonsense half a year ago, she never took any action. This is obviously related to Hongqing's "official circle" Butcher" nicknames do not match, Zhang Tingyu has always been vigilant about this, but there are so many people at this time, even if Zhang Tingyu has doubts, it is not easy to ask at this time, so he can only suppress the anxiety in his heart After guessing, he respectfully saluted and greeted him.

"Master Zhang, you are polite. Xiao Wang has something to report to Master Zhang. I wonder if you are free?"

Hong Qing has always been a well-mannered person in public, even if she is already sharpening her sword at this time, she will not have any negligence in etiquette, but seeing her very politely bowed her hand and returned the gift, it was warm Talk to each other.

"My lord, please!"

The reason why Zhang Tingyu was able to win the trust of the old man, and climbed from a mere incident to the high position of the chief minister of the central government in just a few years was not only because of his cautious nature, nor was it because of his loyalty and hard work In fact, it is more because Zhang Tingyu is good at understanding people's hearts. If it comes to the ability to see the subtleties, there is really no one in the civil and military circles of the Manchu Dynasty that can match Zhang Tingyu. At this moment, Hong Qing's performance seems to be nothing wrong However, from Zhang Tingyu's point of view, when the turbulent waves are about to rise, the uneasiness in his heart suddenly rises. It's just that Hongqing is so kind and talkative, Zhang Tingyu really dare not give face to Hongqing, a popular grandson. All he could do was wave his hand calmly and politely say please.

"Master Zhang, please!"

Hong Qing smiled gently and didn't say any more. After waving her hand for a gesture, she walked into the office slowly. After drinking the freshly brewed fragrant tea, they each left the office, leaving Hong Qing and Zhang Tingyu alone.

"Master Zhang, counting the time, Xiao Wang has been in the Ministry of Officials for more than a year. Since then, he has been supported by Master Zhang. Xiao Wang is very grateful."

The Gashhas who were waiting to serve tea withdrew, Hong Qing did not rush to talk about the business, but bowed his hands to Zhang Tingyu sincerely to thank him.

"How dare, how dare, the lord is being too polite, the subordinates have only done what they can, and I really dare not be praised by the lord."

The more modest Hong Qing's attitude was, the more disturbed Zhang Tingyu felt. The so-called courteous people must ask for something. It can only be a few words of polite humility.

"Master Zhang is too modest. Xiao Wang is really lucky to have Master Zhang's help. If you are grateful, Xiao Wang will not say much. I came to see Master Zhang early this morning. I really need Master Zhang to decide on something. .”

You have to say polite words, but if you talk too much, it is actually useless. Hong Qing will not be unclear about this point. After a little greeting, Hong Qing immediately changed the subject and began to prepare for the sword.

"My lord, please give me instructions, but you can do it, I dare not resign as an official."

Hearing Hong Qing's words were polite, but the sharpness was hidden inside, Zhang Tingyu frowned unconsciously, because his humility towards Hong Qing was too low, and it was hard to say the words of refusal In desperation, Yu Duo could only reserve a cautious promise.

This guy is really cautious, old fox!
Zhang Tingyu's promised words seem to be straightforward, but in fact, there is a foreshadowing left in it--only those who can do it can help, and those who can't can't be avoided. The problem is whether it can be done or not, Zhang Tingyu has the final say Although such a careful thought is considered secretive, Hongqing understands it as soon as he hears it, but he didn't take it to heart. He and Zhang Tingyu have been colleagues for many years, and they have not dealt with each other once or twice. Character has long been too familiar to be more familiar.

"With Master Zhang's words, Xiao Wang is relieved. Well, let's put it this way, the "Regulations on the Daily Management of the Ministry of Officials" has been on trial for more than half a year. I wonder if Master Zhang has any advice on this?"

Knowing that Zhang Tingyu is cautious by nature, Hong Qing will not act recklessly, but follow the pace that was planned in advance, and slowly advance the topic.

"Your Majesty, I think that the original intention of this regulation is good, and it has made some achievements in the implementation. It should be good."

When Zhang Tingyu heard that Hongqing mentioned the "Regulations on the Daily Management of the Ministry of Officials", Zhang Tingyu's heart immediately "thumped", nothing else, just because Zhang Tingyu had vaguely guessed the disturbance that Hongqing was about to stir up, and was secretly startled After that, his mind started to run in a hurry, and he gave an extremely vague answer carefully.

"Master Zhang's words are a bit insincere. Hey, the original intention is certainly good, but unfortunately, the scriptures are good, and the monk's mouth is crooked. According to my king, this regulation has never been really implemented. For more than half a year, the CCP has only caught people. When it comes to the three violations, they are all yamen servants who collect money from the door, heh, it’s really interesting, is it true that the officials are so clean? This king doesn’t believe it, Master Zhang thinks?”

Zhang Tingyu wanted to get away with it, but how could Hongqing follow through so easily? No, just as Zhang Tingyu finished speaking, Hongqing smiled coldly and questioned it unceremoniously. He took Zhang Tingyu's army hard.

"Could it be that the prince has discovered something? Please tell the prince clearly."

After so many years, Zhang Tingyu has seen the sharpness of Hongqing's words, but he just watched from the other side, watching how Hongqing argued fiercely with Fourth Master, Eighth Master and others. Now it's his turn to experience it by himself. At this moment, I realized that the feeling was really uncomfortable. No, just a few words in the conversation, Zhang Tingyu was already cornered, not to mention suppressing Hong Qing's action of flipping the table, I'm afraid It is even difficult for him to stay out of the matter. Thinking of this, Zhang Tingyu's heart is as bitter as if he had eaten Coptis chinensis. The problem is that he still has to follow Hongqing's pace, and he is really aggrieved.

"My lord Zhang is a good question. The little Wang Menghuang Mafa is very kind, and he was able to go to the Ministry of Officials to do business. I also thought that I could work together with the officials of the Ministry of Officials to contribute to our society. I really didn't want to have any extra troubles." However, it is just that King Xiang has a dream, and no one wants to accept the love of this king. If you are wronged, Xiao Wang will take it on himself, but some people do filthy things in the name of justice, and they themselves are greedy and arrogant, how can this king tolerate it! If Mr. Zhang doesn’t believe it , Xiao Wang has the booklet here, and please read it first before discussing the rest."

It was fine if Zhang Tingyu didn't ask, but when she asked this rhetorically, Hong Qing's already slightly gloomy face instantly became extremely cold and stern. He took out the copybook and handed it to Zhang Tingyu forcefully...

(End of this chapter)