King of Song

Chapter 194
Zhao Xu was very angry, and the reasons for his anger were complicated!

Reports on the effectiveness of the Green Crop Law have been sent up. I was looking forward to the data from Liangzhe Road, especially Hangzhou.But I never expected that the data in Qiantang County was almost zero.

How should this matter be explained?Could it be that Lin Zhao didn't implement the Young Crop Law?But I have high hopes for him, is this the result of his return?

Zhao Xu's mood became a little depressed instantly, and at the same time he was vaguely angry. He wanted Lin Zhao to give a reasonable explanation.

At the same time, Lin Zhao's and Su Shi's secret performances came to his desk together.

Su Shi only said one thing in the memorial, that is, the county magistrate of Fuyang killed people in the process of implementing the Young Crop Law.At the same time, he also told about the guarantees of the [-] households, which was unexpected by Zhao Xu, and his first reaction was unbelievable.But Su Shi's words are so convincing that people are shocked!

how so?How can there be problems with the young crop method?Zhao Xu had a hard time accepting this fact, after all, the news he received was all good news.The huge contrast formed a huge impact, which made it difficult for him to accept for a while.

Immediately afterwards, Zhao Xu saw another memorial, written by Lin Zhao, magistrate of Qiantang County.He thought it was Lin Zhao's explanation for the non-implementation of the Young Crop Law, but he didn't expect the content to be somewhat unexpected.

It is indeed an interpretation of the Green Crop Law, which is actually far beyond the scope of the explanation. To be precise, it is an analysis and evaluation of the content of the Green Crop Law, and the content is basically negative.

Lin Zhao described in detail the advantages and disadvantages of the Green Crop Law in the secret memorial, especially the various unimaginable behaviors in the actual implementation process.It was the first time that Zhao Xu saw the negative evaluation of the young crops law by the common people, which was completely different from the good situation of officials at all levels in normal times.It is unimaginable that the common people are so resistant to the Green Crop Law and are so bored.

In fact, it is not that there are no other officials who have criticized the Young Crop Law before, but they are mainly conservative officials.Zhao Xu thought they were deliberately slandering the Qingmiao Law, so he didn't want to believe it from the bottom of his heart.

But Lin Zhao's status is unusual, he can be regarded as his most powerful confidant, and his words are much more credible.Therefore, Zhao Xu's mentality has begun to waver slightly.

Is there really such a situation?Good young crop method, why did it look like this?Could it be that the previous reports and good news were all lies?Perhaps the reality was too cruel, and Zhao Xu couldn't accept such a fact for a while.

No, this matter must be verified as soon as possible, Zhao Xu began to have doubts in his heart.Not good, but one thing is good, that is, Lin Zhao and Su Shi both adopted the method of close concerts, at least they didn't make a big fuss about this matter, and it wouldn't affect the overall situation of the reform.It's just that when something like this happens, you always need to check it out clearly!

Zhao Xu pondered for a moment, and then ordered: "I will see you at the Gong Palace, Mr. Wang Xianggong!"

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Zhao Xu didn't want to make things big, but someone wanted to add fuel to the flames!
After Lu Huiqing came back from Chongzheng Hall during the day, she was muttering in her heart.Those who are in the center must have good eyes and ears. Today, the officials hurriedly summoned Wang Anshi, and vaguely heard that there was some connection with Hangzhou. It seems that someone said that Qingmiaofa was wrong, and the officials were very angry about this.

When it comes to Hangzhou, it probably has something to do with Lin Zhao. Lu Huiqing can be said to be a little nervous and sensitive now, so she is more careful.

Back home, his younger brother Lu Heqing brought him another message!
The implementation of the Hangzhou Green Crop Law seems to be dead, and there are still some very unfavorable situations.

Hearing such news, Lu Huiqing was also a little shocked, after all, he was the one who drafted the Youth Law.How did that happen?He was also puzzled by this.At the same time, I realized that this matter may have very unfavorable results for myself.

In any case, I am the backbone of the reform faction. If the young crop law designed and drafted by myself is in a situation that kills people, I will face a lot of embarrassment, and I may be impeached or even implicated because of it.

Of course, what Lu Huiqing is most worried about is the impact of this matter on the reform.You must know that his good looks and bright future are inseparable from the political reform.If the reform is affected, my good life will be reversed.

Therefore, after Lu Huiqing's initial suspicion, she thought about how to cover it up, and almost went out in a hurry to discuss countermeasures with Wang Anshi.

But when Lu Heqing explained the ins and outs of the future clearly, Lu Huiqing suddenly laughed, unexpectedly Lin Zhao would be involved, isn't this a great opportunity?

In order to take revenge, the Lu brothers planted a large number of eyes and ears in Hangzhou, and they have been secretly watching Lin Zhao's actions.As for Wang Yuanwai's death, we learned about it comprehensively from the situation of Fuyang County and Qiantang County Government.

Liu Hui, the magistrate of Fuyang County, was so focused on getting promoted through reforms that he fawned over officials of the reform faction in the imperial court. It was not difficult for Lu Heqing to learn about the situation in Fuyang County through certain channels.After all, things have already happened, not to mention that Hangzhou Tongjuan has already intervened, so it is certain that the fire will not be covered by paper.

Ever since, Lu Heqing had a general understanding of the death of King Yuanwai of Fuyang through analysis of various situations.

More importantly, there are clues showing that Lin Zhao was also involved.

Lu Huiqing immediately thought of the rumors heard in the palace today, and guessed a general outline.

What kind of role Lin Zhao played in it, they are not very clear, but his participation is certain. What if this news is revealed to the officials and Wang Anshi?

Lu Huiqing could imagine that [-]% of the officials had already learned about the murder case in Fuyang County, and they must have tried their best to cover it up.Once it is exposed, it will have an obvious impact on the overall situation of the Young Crop Law. Out of political standpoint, Lu Huiqing also agrees to keep it secret.

But now, Lu Huiqing has changed her mind. As long as she can hit Lin Zhao, what does it matter if she loses a little bit?

"How about the things I asked you to prepare last time?" Lu Huiqing asked in a deep voice.

Lu Heqing said with a smile: "I have ordered a few conservative officials, and I am planning to make a mention of it at the next day!"

"Don't wait, this matter will be tomorrow, and it's not going to the court, but directly to the court!"

"This..." Hearing the elder brother's order, Lu Heqing hesitated a little.

Lu Huiqing smiled and said: "It's okay, let them write a letter to praise Lin Zhao, and strive to set up Qiantang County as a model of the city's opposition to the reform. The better Lin Zhao is, the more the old men who are old-fashioned will have something to say. The more we use this stark contrast to criticize the new law.

The more vigorously they talked, the more uneasy the officials and Wang Xianggong became. After all, Lin Zhao was chosen by the officials themselves.Even he began to question and even oppose the Young Crop Law, so where is the government's face?And Wang Xianggong's temper, I think you also know it. "

"Brother's move is brilliant, let's kill him with a sword!" Lu Heqing already fully understood what the elder brother meant.

Lu Huiqing snorted coldly and said: "He asked for this completely. He refuted the officials and Wang Xianggong's face. The consequences are self-evident!"

"That's right, this time Lin Zhao's status in the eyes of the officials and Wang Xianggong is likely to be..." Lu Heqing also smiled, this is only the first stage, as long as Lin Zhao falls out of favor, the next step of revenge will be much easier.

Lu Huiqing said: "More than that, find a way to inform Yu Shi, let them reveal the Fuyang County incident at tomorrow's court meeting..."

"Brother, I'm afraid it's inappropriate to do this, and it won't do you much good..." Lu Heqing is also very aware of the impact of this on the elder brother, so he has some concerns.

But Lu Huiqing shook her head and said: "No, I will definitely not be the first to bear the brunt of this matter. The sky is falling, and there are officials and Wang Xianggong to support it, let alone the sky falling? Presumably the officials have already got the news today , Hangzhou may also be more cautious. This matter will probably be covered up and handled in a low-key manner.

The officials may be shaken by this incident, but when this incident is exposed and becomes a major event that everyone knows, the situation is completely different.You don't know the official family and Wang Xianggong, they are both the kind of stubborn people who want to save face. If this happened, they probably wouldn't admit it. Even if they had to in the end, they might just make a slight concession! "

Lu Heqing still had a worried look on his face and said: "It should be like this, but if this is the case, the eldest brother will definitely be pushed to the forefront..."

"Don't worry, what am I? It doesn't matter!" Lu Huiqing shook her head and said, "It's a good thing that the officials and Wang Xianggong need help when they encounter difficulties! This matter was discovered in Hangzhou. Lin Zhao participated, after the news leaked out, and Lin Zhao's slow reaction in promoting the young crop law, what will the officials and Wang Xianggong think?"

"Oh, big brother is really tall!" Lu Heqing finally understood the good intentions of big brother.

Lu Huiqing said with a smile: "When the two things are added together, it will be difficult for Lin Zhao not to fall out of favor. If conditions permit, the wave will be even more violent. The most important thing is that someone will do the whole thing for us , and I am also one of the victims, who would doubt us?"

Lu Heqing smiled and said, "Don't worry, brother, I already understand, I'll make arrangements now!" Then he turned and left.

In the study, Lu Huiqing was sitting on a chair, suddenly showing a sneer, Bianjing in June suddenly made people feel a little cold!
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The next day was the Great Court Meeting. In the Zichen Hall, Emperor Zhao Xu sat on it, and below were a group of ministers and ministers.

Zhao Xu didn't sleep well last night, and his eye circles were slightly darkened. After all, the contents of Lin Zhao and Su Shi's memorials are always difficult to rest assured.

For this reason, he also urgently summoned Wang Anshi.Wang Xianggong also expressed shock at this, but did not believe it at the time, thinking that this matter needed to be investigated in detail.At the same time, even if this phenomenon exists, it is only an example.As for Lin Zhao's performance, Wang Anshi was very puzzled, and when he learned that the implementation of the Young Crop Law in Qiantang County was almost zero, he immediately became angry.

In his mind, there is nothing wrong with the essence of the young crop method, but there are slight flaws in the implementation process, which is a very small number of cases.As for what Lin Zhao said, in Wang Anshi's view, it was completely alarmist.At the same time, he was very puzzled and a little annoyed. When did Lin Zhao's belief change? Could he be Su Zhe's second?
Of course, he didn't want to say anything more until the matter was settled!Regarding the case in Fuyang County, the monarch and his ministers maintained the same tacit understanding and handled it in a low-key manner!

But some people just didn't give them face, and the next day's usual court meeting became turbulent and ups and downs!
First, the Minister of the Ministry of Household Affairs appeared, and the impeachment of Liangzhe Road Youth Law was being implemented, but Qiantang County remained unmoved.

This situation is very unexpected. To impeach a county magistrate at the dignified court meeting is a bit of a fuss.But it is also understandable, because it is the household minister who came forward to impeach!
Don't look like a servant, but there were three divisions in the Song Dynasty, and the Ministry of Households was just an empty decoration. It was only in charge of the soil and objects paid by the prefectures and counties across the country, and it was displayed in the courtyard and the gates of the court during the New Year's Day. That's all.It's just a Qingshui yamen, with no hope of promotion.

The servant himself was inclined towards the new law, but he had never had the opportunity to express his heart to Wang Xianggong. Today, under some hint, he saw such an excellent opportunity.It is always good to impeach those who do not work hard, and at the same time emphasize the good effect of the young crop law!As for Lin Zhao's past experience, as well as the attitude of officials and Wang Anshi, he seemed to turn a blind eye.

Unexpectedly, as soon as the words came out, a censor retorted: "This is not the case. The eight counties of Hangzhou, because of the implementation of the Young Crop Law, the people's livelihood is very bad, but the people in Qiantang County are still living and working in peace and contentment! What is wrong with Lin Zhao, the magistrate of Qiantang County?" have?"

This person is mainly in charge of the Jiangnan generation at Yushitai, so the agreement is very important!
As soon as it came out, the court exploded in an instant, and there was almost an uproar!
It doesn't matter who is being impeached or defended, what matters is the matter itself!Conservative officials were immediately keenly aware of the fact that the implementation of the Green Crop Law would make life difficult for the people, and that they would live and work in peace and contentment if it were not implemented. In this case, wouldn’t there be a big problem with the Green Crop Law?The example of Hangzhou is already a good illustration.

As a result, all kinds of things happened one after another in the court hall, and the unique phenomenon of Qiantang County was immediately magnified and became a hot topic of debate in the court hall.The debate over the Green Crop Law has already been suppressed a lot, and the conservative officials of the old party have never grasped it. Today, they have such an excellent opportunity, how can they let it go?So a new round of court debates began.

Emperor Zhao Xu frowned suddenly, Prime Minister Wang Anshi also had a gloomy expression, the most worrying thing still happened.Zhao Xu didn't expect that the officials of the imperial court would start to find excuses so quickly to say yes, it was really annoying.But inadvertently, Zhao Xu thought of Lin Zhao, what happened, how could he come up with a negative teaching material?Feeling vaguely dissatisfied with Lin Zhao in his heart, Wang Anshi also had a similar feeling.

Seeing this scene, Lu Huiqing was filled with complacency, and a sneer flashed across the corner of her mouth.This is just the beginning, next, hum...

Yushitai can hear about things, and has a relatively large authority, so the speeches are relatively sharp.This was especially true in the Song Dynasty when the court environment was relatively relaxed.

Immediately thereafter, the censor broke out that people were killed in the implementation of the Green Crop Law in Fuyang County, Hangzhou, and at the same time it also revealed the sensational guarantee of thirty households.Immediately, the officials and common people couldn't repay the loans, and the upper-class households all revealed the miserable situation for this, which immediately caused an uproar in the court again!

The young crop law actually killed people?Once a human life is lost, the nature changes completely!
Why seek the well-being of the people, and drive people to death, so what is the well-being?Isn't this a joke?For a while, accusations and criticisms abounded on the Young Crops Law.

Emperor Zhao Xu's expression became a little unnatural, how could this be?Didn't Su Shi play it in secret?How can everyone know about it?What the hell is this Su Zizhan doing?Could it be that you have one set before and another set behind you?Small movements are really overwhelming!Reminiscent of what Su Shi and Su Zhe brothers did, inadvertently, Zhao Xu felt cheated!
Wang Anshi's face suddenly became a little uncomfortable. After all, he was in charge of the reform. Except for such things, he should naturally be in charge.No one dared to accuse the emperor of anything wrong, so if there was anything wrong with the Qingmiao Law, it was naturally all his fault, and it could be said to be blamed by everyone for a while.

A small case immediately made Wang Anshi a little passive!

Zhao Xu was so puzzled and shaken at first, but in this situation, he had no other choice but to support Wang Anshi.

"Everyone, it must be the fault of the magistrate of Fuyang County, who disregarded the court's laws and distorted the implementation of the Green Crop Law." Zhao Xu said in a loud voice: "Judging from the reports from other states and counties, the effect of the Green Crop Law is still very good. As for Fuyang Issues like this in the county must be severely punished, and today we must prevent such a situation from happening again!"

The official spoke in person, and the face must be given, and the noisy scene was much quieter!

Only then did Wang Anshi appear and said, "How did Liangzhe Road happen? It still needs to be investigated. It's too early to draw conclusions. Please stay calm!"

"Since this happened because of Lin Zhao, I thought I'd let him explain it himself!" Zhao Xu was helpless, and he was a little confused.

There is a saying that those who are close to Zhu are red, and those who are close to ink are black. After staying with Zhao Bian and Su Shi for too long, Lin Zhao's position has changed?Zhao Xu didn't want all of his expectations to fail.At least Lin Zhao should be asked to give a reasonable explanation, so that he can deal with these previous officials, and at the same time give himself an explanation!
If the Green Crop Law is correct, and Lin Zhao delays it so often and does not implement it, then it is a deliberate slack in the imperial government's decree.If he insisted that he was right, the situation might be worse than imagined. Doesn't it mean that the young crop method is wrong?No matter what the situation is, Lin Zhao's situation will not be good.

All in all, Lin Zhao's actions in Hangzhou have caused very bad consequences, making people very passive!Zhao Xu was vaguely dissatisfied, this time he had to give an explanation!
Lin Zhao has been in Hangzhou for too long, and he still vaguely "misses" him!Zhao Xu felt that maybe it was time for Lin Zhao to move!

(End of this chapter)