King of Song

Chapter 626 Spring Breeze and Green River South Bank

"Your Highness, the latest news from Bianjing!" Li Cheng stood behind Zhao Zhao and reported softly.

"Speak!" Zhao Zhao asked softly after waiting for a long time.

Li Cheng said softly: "Regarding His Highness's departure, Zhao Zhao was very calm. Judging from the information we have received so far, he did not fly into a rage. At least Zhao Zongsheng was safe and sound, and he did not receive any reprimand."

"Oh? Really?"

For this result, Zhao Zhao was very surprised. With Zhao Xu's character, it's strange if he wasn't furious?Why is he so calm?The surprise also made him a little uneasy.

Zhao Xu's biggest weakness lies in his character, one is suspicious and the other is violent.It was strange that he calmed down uncharacteristically.

Zhao Zhao knew in his heart that in fact, Zhao Xu's ability and aptitude were not bad. If he calmed down and fought against him wholeheartedly, it would definitely be troublesome.It's not that I'm afraid of Zhao Xu, but that there are not many opportunities to take advantage of.In the process of confrontation, there is not much advantage to speak of.

"Then how did you determine the nature of the fire in Yongchang Mausoleum?" Zhao Zhao asked in a deep voice, a little worried about it.On that day, Taizu's mausoleum suddenly caught fire, creating an excellent opportunity for him to escape more calmly.But in this way, the fire in Yongchang Mausoleum may be connected with him, and it feels like yellow mud in his crotch.Although the charges were placed on the Xixia people in time, it may not necessarily solve the problem.

After all, the appearance of those Xixia people had some flaws in themselves, which seemed a bit high-sounding. If Zhao Xu insisted on clinging to it and made some fuss, it would be a little troublesome.Setting fire to the ancestral mausoleum is a serious crime of unfilial piety. If there are any gossip, it will definitely affect the prestige.

"What the Xixia people did!" Li Chengdao: "Zhao Xu ordered a strict investigation, and it turned out that the Xixia people did it, and he condemned the Xixia people for this. When the people heard about this, they were also filled with righteous indignation."

"Zhao Xu really said that?"

"Yes, it is said that Zhao Zongsheng came to this conclusion the second day after he returned to Bianjing, very quickly!"

Hearing such an answer, Zhao Zhao felt even more disturbed.Although such a characterization is a good thing, it can give the people an explanation, so as not to cause any potential threat to their reputation.Furthermore, in this way, it will be famous to send troops to attack Xixia.Although it is a not very clever excuse, it is very easy to use, and it doesn't matter if Xixia admits it or not.

But Zhao Xu was so straightforward. Two days later, it proved that he basically had no hesitation.Why didn't he make trouble for himself?Why do you still help yourself like this?

Could it be that Zhao Xu had a plan in mind, when did he become so calm?so calm?The Yongchang Mausoleum caught fire, even if it caused a major disturbance, it was nothing more than a small trouble.But the opponent suddenly became cautious, but he couldn't figure out the situation. This was the big trouble.

"Your Highness, it may be because of public opinion; after all, on the day of Taimiao's assassination, they put the blame on the Xixia people. When you said that in Luoyang, the news spread, and there were some such rumors among the people themselves, and Zhao Xu may be the same There is nothing you can do!" Li Cheng also felt a little abnormal and made such an inference.

"Maybe it's helpless, but it's also possible that it's going with the flow!" Zhao Zhao pondered for a moment, and said: "In short, we must be careful, and we must not underestimate our opponent at any time. There may be any changes in Zhao Xu, and this matter needs to be clarified; There is Gao Taotao, check to see if he is behind this matter, this woman is not simple."

"Yes!" Li Chengxin accepted the order.

"Is everything okay at home?"

"Everything is fine, don't worry, Your Highness!" Li Chengdao: "At this moment, the concubine and the others must be celebrating the son's first birthday!"

"Well, Hong'er is one year old, but I can't be by my side." Zhao Zhao was somewhat regretful.

"Your Highness, you don't have to regret. The overall situation is the most important thing. We will have a lot of time to reunite in the future!" Li Cheng said consolingly, "The Western Xia invasion, His Highness was worried about state affairs, and hurried to the northwest to preside over the overall situation. Public opinion praised His Highness, Zhao Xu did not criticize His Highness The reasons for this, let alone embarrass the princess and the prince.

Not only is there no embarrassment, but the attitude is very good.A few days ago, I sent the gift for the son's first birthday, and the reward is very generous..."

"Hmph, it seems that you have to be careful about Zhao Xu. The more you are superficial, the more tricky you will be behind your back!" Zhao Zhao said in a deep voice, "Tell Duke Di to be careful at home."

Being in Chang'an, his family members are working in Bianjing, Zhao Zhao is very concerned about it.Leaving from Yong'an Imperial Mausoleum this time, I felt a little apprehensive in my heart, fearing that Zhao Xu would treat his family harshly on impulse.Now it was temporarily relieved, but Zhao Xu's abnormal attitude made him a little uneasy.I am more worried about his backstabbing and hurting people, so we must be careful.

Li Chengdao: "Don't worry, Your Highness. On the surface, Zhao Xu dare not act rashly with the protection of the Queen Mother and the Eldest Princess. Behind the scenes, Duke Di has dispatched top-notch experts in the sect to protect him, so he is safe and secure."

"That's good!"

"Duke Di said that he is sure to protect the safety of the princess and the prince, but I also have a small suggestion..."

Seeing that Li Cheng hesitated to speak, Zhao Zhao said in a deep voice, "Just say it!"

"Duke Di suggested that His Highness can take a few concubines in Chang'an and add a few princes to make sure there is nothing to worry about!" Li Cheng was very embarrassed when he said this.At the same time, he carefully observed Zhao Zhao's expression, lest he offend King Qin's sensitive nerves.

"I know!" Zhao Zhao was calmer than he had imagined, because he knew that Di Qing would never slack off because of this, and Bianjing would still go all out. Such a suggestion was just an insurance measure.He understands the truth, but he may not accept it!In Chang'an, concubines can be accepted, but children must not be publicly born.

In that case, Zhao Xu's suspicion will be even stronger.He will feel that the weight of his wife and children who are hostages in Bianjing is declining, which will affect their safety.

Zhao Zhao pondered for a moment and said: "I have already appointed Yu Xuan as the head of the palace, and I will leave it to him to preside over the opening of the mansion and the construction of the government office."

"Yes, I will fully cooperate."

"Well, right now we still have a major task to do. We have to patrol the northwest and take the opportunity to meet officials from all over the place to calm people's hearts." For Zhao Zhao, this is the top priority.

"Well, Zhao Xu blamed the fire of the Yongchang Mausoleum on the Xixia people. The edict for the conquest will definitely arrive soon, and His Highness just took advantage of this to go out on tour!"

"That's it!" Zhao Zhao said softly: "Before the war, it is important to stabilize people's hearts. As for the battle against Xixia, it will be launched after preparations are made. This battle is related to the overall situation, and we must be cautious."

"Yes!" Li Chengdao: "By the way, there is an important event that I almost forgot."

"What's the matter?"

"Your Highness, Zhao Xu decreed to reactivate Wang Anshi!"

"Oh? Seriously?"

"Yes, the whole court is shaking, and the imperial decree may have arrived in Jiangning at this moment."

"Interesting, it's exciting to watch now!" Zhao Zhao smiled, this was probably the best news I heard today.

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Taxes are reduced, finances are tight, and the effect of the reform is getting worse and worse. Zhao Xu is very angry about this.He questioned Lu Huiqing's ability to be a political advisor. In order to change the status quo, he thought of changing people.Invite Wang Anshi back to preside over the overall situation. In his opinion, when Wang Anshi was there a few years ago, the situation has been good.

Now invite him to come back to turn the tide and change the unfavorable situation.Furthermore, Zhao Zhao's sudden rise also made Zhao Xu very uneasy, and he urgently needed to strengthen a reliable force.The new party is the core force, and Wang Anshi is the most qualified and suitable person who can integrate the new party and play its value and role.

More importantly, Wang Anshi is someone he can trust and use!Over the past few years, the relationship between the monarch and his ministers has been very close. Wang Anshi will definitely repay this kindness of knowledge and understanding. In the past, the cooperation between the monarch and his ministers was also good.Most importantly, Wang Anshi had conflicts with Zhao Zhao.

Wang Anshi is a stubborn person. Once he has a disagreement with someone, it is difficult to change his attitude.In other words, it is impossible for him to fall to King Qin's side.For Zhao Xu, such a person can be reused.

When Wang Anshi was demoted to Jiangning, it was entirely due to the pressure of the drought.Now that times have changed, and today is not what it used to be, there is no resistance to using Wang Anshi again, and it is completely feasible.

Therefore, after Zhao Xu contemplated for a few days, he directly issued an order without discussing with any ministers.Wang Anshi, the magistrate of Jiangning, was summoned to Bianjing, where he became prime minister again and presided over the reform.

The imperial decree was quickly sent to Jiangning, and when Wang Anshi received the decree, his heart was surging.Even though he is dozens of years old and stable, he still can't restrain the excitement in his heart.

Wang Anshi has been looking forward to this day for a long time!

When he returned from Bianjing, he wrote "The spring breeze is green again on the south bank of the river, when will the bright moon shine on me?" He just looked forward to the opportunity to recover and complete the uncompetitive career.

For more than a year, he worked hard in Jiangning Mansion, but deep in his heart, he still longed to return to Bianjing as soon as possible.He is not greedy for power and position, what he cares about is always the reform cause.

Resigned from the prime minister a year ago, leaving Bianjing has too many last resorts.In particular, what method caused the drought, let me thank the world and so on.Before the reform, Wang Anshi told Emperor Zhao Xu that the reform should not be afraid of people's words, but fear of changes in the sky, which shows that he is a person who agrees with materialism.How could he be convinced to relegate him and drive him out of Bianjing with such a high-sounding reason?Therefore, the determination to recover is more urgent.

Furthermore, he never believed that reforms were wrong.In his view, the reform is the critical moment.There are still many reform measures that have not yet been implemented, and they will be implemented after they are all implemented.Everything will change, and it will take time for reforms to succeed.In the process, gossip and misunderstanding must be endured.

The more this kind of time, the more you can't back down!
Wang Anshi expected the officials to wake up and give him another chance.

Years of anticipation finally came true.

Although it is already May, Wang Anshi feels that he is just like Mu Chunfeng!
(End of this chapter)