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Chapter 115 The Controversy of the Ministry of Officials (2)

Yang Wu said that he was a veteran of the three dynasties, and he never let him go outside. He has always served in the court, and he is sociable. There are very few civil and military people in the Manchu Dynasty who do not know him. This man Wu De has been an official for three years. Starting from the head of the Ministry of Rites, he was promoted to the position of minister of the Ministry of Industry in the last year of Zhenguan. Unfortunately, his official career has come to an end. He has not climbed even a small step for 12 years. I don't know how many times he has changed, but the old man is still staying in the position of servant. This kind of official career is one of the oddities in the court. At this moment, he was unexpectedly recommended by Liu Yizhi, a stalwart of the party, in court. This surprised the courtiers, not for anything else, but because it was an open fact that Yang Wu voted under Lu Wang Li Xian's sect, and Liu Xiangdao, who resigned, was the prince's confidant, and Yang Wu was recommended by a member of the Queen's Party. People, the strangeness here is too big, and the courtiers are all dumbfounded.

Damn it, this thieves woman is so ruthless that she has played such a trick, tsk tsk, throwing a piece of meat and bone, it will attract the prince and the sixth son to fight to the death, if those two boys fight in court, Hey, that's going to be a lot of fun!Others don't know what Liu Yishang's intentions are in this book, but Li Xian knows it in his heart. Although he feels a little surprised, he doesn't care too much, because Li Xian has already called Li Xian in advance. After getting the vaccination, he wasn't too worried that there would be a big mess. However, just to be on the safe side, Li Xian took advantage of the chaotic discussions among the ministers, and quietly gestured to Li Xian who was standing beside him.

The Ministry of Officials is the head of the six ministries, and it is in charge of official hats. If you can get the Minister of the Ministry of Officials, it means that you have the possibility of controlling the court. Party feathers, the benefits are enough to make people stagger, it is impossible to say that Li Xian is not tempted, in fact, when Liu Yizhi jumped out to recommend, Li Xian already wanted to rush forward and come An urgent second, but when he thought of the not-so-funny joke that Li Xian once said, Li Xian's fiery heart froze in an instant. He just nodded silently, indicating that he already understood what Li Xian meant.

"I would like to report to the empress, the old minister thought that although Liu Wei's words were reasonable, but the candidates recommended were not good. Yang Shilang is old-fashioned and prudent, and his qualifications are also old. He has only been in the Ministry of Industry for a long time, and has not rotated in other departments. Insufficient experience, it is difficult to take on the great responsibility of Minister of the Ministry of Officials. The veteran thought that Zhao Ren, the Minister of the Ministry of Rites, was generous and loyal, and had a good reputation as an official. He was the elder of the three dynasties. It is what everyone expects, and I hope the empress will learn from it."

The two Li Xian brothers were able to hold their ground, but the Prince Li Hong couldn't sit still. It was just that he had just been repaired by Empress Wu, so it was really inappropriate to stop him at this time. Eyes and signs, Yan Liben was asked to come forward to oppose Liu Yizhi's proposition, but Yan Liben couldn't be forced, so he could only force himself to stand up and fight Liu Yizhi.

"Where is Yang Wu?"

Empress Wu did not express her opinion on Yan Liben's performance, but waited for a long time pretending to be in a state of contemplation, but she couldn't wait for the officials from the Luwang family who were expected to stand up for a debate with Yan Liben. A trace of doubt flashed across, glanced at Li Xian and his brothers, and suddenly named Yang Wu.

"The minister is here."

As soon as Empress Wu finished speaking, Yang Wu flashed out from the queue, bowed, and replied respectfully.

"Yang Shilang, if I remember correctly, Ai Qing should have entered the imperial court in the third year of Wu De?"

Empress Wu raised her hand gently, motioning for Yang Wu to flatten her body, and then asked a commonplace question.

"It's true, what your mother said."

Military Officer Yang has been in office for many years, but his addiction to being an official is still very high. The reason why he took refuge in Lu Wang Li Xian was to take advantage of Li Xian's power to take another step forward. At this moment, a big hole suddenly fell from the sky. It is impossible for him not to be excited. In his heart, he is really eager for Empress Wu to quickly approve Liu Yizhi's request, but when he thinks of Li Xian's confession yesterday, Yang Wu's heart becomes cold. He dare not and cannot violate it. Li Xian's order, otherwise, even if he becomes the Minister of the Ministry of Officials at this moment, he will not be able to be the Minister of the Ministry of Officials for a long time-it is impossible for the crown prince to give up the competition for the Minister of the Ministry of Officials, and if Li Xian does not lend a helping hand , how many days can he last with Yang Wu alone?In the end, I'm afraid that not only the position of Minister of the Ministry of Officials will be lost, but also the position of Minister of the Ministry of Industry who was originally well-behaved will not be able to keep it. When answering Empress Wu's question, Yang Wu's tone was full of vibrato.

"Yang Aiqing don't need to be nervous. Qing is an old courtier. Liu recommended Aiqing to be in charge of the official department. Does Aiqing have anything to say?" Yang Wu's nervous look fell into Empress Wu's eyes, thinking that Yang Wu was extremely excited with anticipation, and he was overjoyed in his heart, so he asked with a smile.

As soon as Empress Wu said this, the pupils of all the ministers in the hall could not help but constrict, and they looked at Yang Wu with surprise and horror in their eyes, because the implication in Empress Wu's words was too strong, it seemed to be Encouraging Yang Wu to recommend himself for a position is common. This kind of favor is rare in a hundred years. Few people can resist such a powerful temptation. It's a lot of trouble, but all people of insight are worried about it.

"Empress Empress Mingjian, old minister, old minister..." Yang Wu clearly felt the tense atmosphere in the palace, his whole body trembled, and the corners of his mouth stammered twitchingly. After a long period of procrastination, he gritted his teeth and said : "Of course, the old minister can be the Minister of the Ministry of Officials, but compared with Zhao Shilang, it is quite insufficient. The veteran thinks that Zhao Shilang is the best candidate for the Minister of the Ministry of Officials."

"boom……"

As soon as Yang Wu finished speaking, there was an uproar all over the hall, all the ministers and workers started discussing with each other, and the whole hall became a mess.

Empress Wu obviously didn't expect Yang Wu to say such words. For the first time since going to court, she changed her face and glared at Yang Wu gloomyly. The incomparably gloomy gaze seemed to choose someone to devour, which made the Li Xian brothers' hearts beat faster for it. Surprised, but he didn't take it seriously. As for Li Xian, his face turned pale instantly, obviously frightened by Empress Wu's undisguised anger.

Old villain, what a fart, you are allowed to play tricks, and I am not allowed to fight back, cut, small sample, just let me come over if you have any tricks!Looking at Empress Wu's gaze that was almost turning into anger from embarrassment, Li Xian was startled at first, and then felt a burst of joy. He despised Empress Wu fiercely in his heart, and looked at Empress Wu calmly. Close to yourself.

"I want to report to the empress, the old minister thinks that Yang Shilang's words are to the point, and I would like to protect Zhao Renben as the Minister of the Ministry of Officials. I implore the empress to make a clear decision!" Since Yang Wu gave a ladder, how could such a seasoned Yan Liben miss it? Unceremoniously, he climbed up, pressing for Empress Wu to make a decision on the spot.

"Your Majesty, Mingjian, what Yan Shangshu said is very true, I agree with you!"

"The minister also agrees!"

"I respectfully ask the empress to make a clear decision!"

Seeing Empress Wu slumped, the officials of the Prince's line who had been demoralized became more energetic, and they all stood up to agree with Yan Liben's request regardless. For a while, the situation in the court meeting showed signs of getting out of control.

"Mother, according to Erchen, Zhao Shilang's promotion to the Minister of the Ministry of Officials is expected by everyone, and it seems that it can be settled here." Seeing the favorable situation, Li Hong was immediately refreshed, and he failed to keep Liu Xiangdao In the face of the decline, he got up and bowed to Empress Wu, and suggested in a calm tone.

Rao Empress Wu's political skills are extraordinary, but being persecuted by the officials in such a way, she can't bear it any longer. If she wants to veto it, the public opinion is really hard to disobey. She has the courage to act arbitrarily, but if she just pinches her nose and accepts such a result, she is 12 points unwilling, and she doesn't know how to make a decision for a while, she just keeps a gloomy face, and refuses to speak up for a long time .

"I want to report to your lord, the old minister thinks that the Minister of the Ministry of Officials is an important weapon of the court. If he entrusts someone who is not a person, the court will be defeated. You must be careful, but you can't rush it. Moreover, this matter is important and needs to be carefully considered. Now that there is a dispute, you might as well leave it to His Majesty to adjudicate." Seeing that Empress Wu was a little bit unable to step down, Xu Jingzong had no choice but to stand up, pretending to be fair, and made some remonstrance.

"Well, what Xu Xiang said is reasonable, let's discuss this matter again!" With Xu Jingzong's relief, Empress Wu accepted it as soon as she saw it, so she pretended to think about it for a while, and then dropped the decision to discuss it again, and immediately stood up Turned around and turned to the apse.

"Retreat!"

Gao Hesheng, who was waiting by the side, saw that Empress Wu had left, and shouted hastily, leading a group of eunuchs and court ladies to chase after Empress Wu, and also turned into the apse.

After Empress Wu left, a fierce confrontation came to an abrupt end. The courtiers did not dare to stay any longer, and dispersed in twos and threes. However, Prince Li Hong did not follow him as usual. Instead, he got up and walked in front of the Li Xian brothers, smiling meaningfully and inviting: "Sixth brother, seventh brother, I got some grape wine from the Western Regions a few days ago for my brother, and I dare not enjoy it to myself, both of you." Brother, would you like to have a drink with Brother Wei?"

"I have an invitation, but I dare not say no!"

Li Xian's mind was very alert, he had already guessed the intention of Li Hong's invitation, he would not refuse, dropped a sentence, and then laughed out loud, Li Xian and Li Hong exchanged words This look, followed by a smile, immediately attracted the attention of the courtiers with different expressions when the brothers were having fun together...

(End of this chapter)