I served as an admonisher in the Song Dynasty

Chapter 300 Wang Anshi and Sima Guang broke out: The Song Dynasty cannot live without Su Jingming!

Forbidden, hang down the hall.

The Fifth Prime Minister of Zhongshu and Zuo Youding, the minister of Honglu Temple, came to Zhao Zhen.

Zuo Youding once again vividly recounted the entire process of Su Liang hitting him with a stool.

"In the official family, Su Liang has gained both fame and fortune from this matter, and he can also marry the princess. Why is he dissatisfied? I think he is just pretending to be arrogant and seeking fame, and does not regard this matter as a matter for the court at all!"

Zuo Youding looked depressed. He couldn't figure it out. He really couldn't figure it out.

If he encounters such a beautiful thing, he will wake up laughing while sleeping.

Zhao Zhen frowned slightly.

"This matter is indeed a bit difficult for Jing Ming. He and his wife started from humble beginnings and have supported each other until they are what they are today. Naturally, they don't want others to get involved. However, the conditions offered by Dali are really hard to refuse!"

At this time, Zhang Fangping stood up.

"In the official family, I believe that state affairs come first and personal matters come last. Marrying the fifth princess of Dali to Jingming will be of great benefit to our court. Jingming should put state affairs first."

"Since ancient times, there have been countless marriages between countries, and there are many people who can't help themselves. Today, it is not a princess who is getting married in our dynasty, but a princess of Dali who loves Jingming. We have taken advantage of this and must not refuse, otherwise the five princesses of Dali Where is my face? If this fails, not only will we not be able to be on good terms with Dali, but we will be at odds with it, and it will even cause problems in the southern border."

Zhang Fangping once spent money to buy concubines, but he could not understand Su Liang's intention of "not marrying a second wife".

As soon as these words came out, Zhao Zhen was immediately moved.

Zuo Youding, the minister of Honglu Temple on the side, hurriedly struck while the iron was hot and said: "In the official family, Su Liang's so-called 'not marrying a second wife' is just because he doesn't understand the fifth princess of Dali. Once the two of them get along day and night for a few days, he won't." He would think so. Besides, even if he feels he has no choice but to do it, for the sake of the country, it doesn’t matter whether the marriage is happy or not, and besides, he is not asked to go to Dali to become a son-in-law!"

Zuo Youding's words obviously meant something.

Zhao Zhen instantly remembered that his two queens were both chosen by Empress Dowager Liu E. He was a member of the official family of the Song Dynasty, and his marriage had to be determined by political affairs.

He and Empress Cao had been estranged for several years, but now they are still in love with each other, and each understands the other's feelings.

Love, that is an illusory thing.

In Bianjing City, there are many loving men and women, but if you look deeper, they are all value exchanges.

At this time, Fan Zhongyan couldn't help but said: "In the official family, I know Jingming better. He has a strong personality. If he doesn't agree, he will even ask to be dismissed from office rather than marry again. What should we do?"

These words.

Zhao Zhen was immediately stopped.

Su Liang can definitely do such a thing.

If this matter fails, it will not only offend the Dali Kingdom, but also make Su Liang sad and leave the court, then the loss to the court will be great.

At this time, Zuo Youding stood up with his chest raised.

"In the official family, I have a plan."

"I believe that the officials can completely treat this matter as a state matter, and then discuss this matter at the regular court in four days. If all the officials think this is a good thing, then Su Liang has no reason to refuse."

Zhao Zhen couldn't help but his eyes lit up.

This is indeed a good idea.

In the Chang Dynasty, state affairs were naturally the most important thing. Su Liang was forced by the pressure of his ministers and would not be able to refute it without sufficient and suitable reasons.

"Okay, let's discuss this with Chang Chao!" Zhao Zhen nodded.

For the sake of the Song Dynasty, Zhao Zhen felt that everyone could make sacrifices.

Besides, he didn't feel that Su Liang had sacrificed anything.

The beauty of the fifth princess of Dali Kingdom is slightly better than that of Tang Wanmei, and she is only twenty-two years old. If Su Liang achieves a marriage with her, it will definitely become a good story in future generations.

……

The next day.

The news that the fifth princess of Dali would marry Su Liang through direct marriage spread like wildfire.

The source of this news.

It was none other than the fifth princess of Dali.

Her purpose was to make this matter a big deal and turn it into a national affair of the Song Dynasty.

Once it becomes a state matter, it doesn't matter whether the two are suitable or not. The first thing the monarchs and ministers of the Song Dynasty consider must be the pros and cons.

……

The people in Bianjing City are very interested in this kind of gossip.

"Oh my! I have met the fifth princess of Dali. She is twenty-two years old. She is a beauty that just walked out of a painting. She actually wants to marry Su Yushi in a direct marriage. It is really unbelievable. Got it!"

"I don't envy mandarin ducks or immortals, I only envy Yushi Su Jingming every day. His career has been smooth, but he didn't expect that he would be favored by Princess Dali. What a blessing!"

"Haha, Su Jingming really looks good for my Song Dynasty man. Princess Dali is married and is willing to share a husband with other women. Su Jingming is really lucky!"

"It is no exaggeration to say that the beautiful women in the world who want to marry Su Jingming can be lined up from Nanxunmen to Xuande Tower. The fifth princess of Dali wants to marry Su Yushi. It must be because we have reached some kind of alliance with Dali."

"I don't agree with this marriage. I only want to see Su Yushi and his wife be monogamous for the rest of their lives." A female singer said with tears in her eyes.

At this time, a female singer next to him asked: "If you were to become Su Jingming's wife or concubine, would you still support monogamy?"

"You... are annoying!" The female singer thought about this and already felt that she was the happiest woman in the world.

……

In addition to discussions on the streets, some private tabloids have also released news one after another.

Some book vendors even started shouting on the street.

"Revealing the secret! The relationship between the imperial censor Su Jingming and the fifth princess of Dali at the Imperial Academy."

"A talented man and a beautiful woman! A match made in heaven between Song Dynasty and Dali is about to be born!"

"Who is the winner? Count down the past and present lives of Dali and Song Dynasty."

"With the system of direct descendants, the sons and daughters of the world can enjoy the blessings of the whole family."

……

Most people think this is a good thing, and almost no one thinks Su Liang will refuse this.

because--

The fifth princess of Dali Kingdom is fair-skinned, beautiful, young and lively, and has a high status. Su Liang has not yet divorced his wife.

He is a good match for the country and his family.

……

Near dusk.

After being released from the office, Su Liang hurried back home.

He was sitting on the censor's desk, and all the tabloids he received were news that he would marry the fifth princess of Dali.

Some even speculated on the auspicious days of the zodiac.

Su Liang also knew that the officials would discuss the matter at the regular court meeting on the 15th.

He couldn't help but feel a headache.

Su Zhai.

When Su Liang returned home, he looked at Tang Wanmei with a smile on his face and his children waving their hands happily, and was about to explain.

Tang Wanmei took the lead and said, "I know what you are going to say. As long as it is your decision, I will support it."

Su Liang looked depressed.

At the moment, he couldn't decide anymore.

This matter has become a national matter, and most of the people are still very supportive, thinking that Su Liang has made a lot of money. One sentence "for the Song Dynasty" can make all his reasons difficult to establish.

After eating, Su Liang went into the study.

He must untie this knot.

He couldn't accept marrying a foreign woman without any emotional basis, and there would definitely be a lot of trouble in the future.

……

On the 15th day of the twelfth lunar month, people often meet in court.

All the officials gathered together, and Zhao Zhen was sitting at the top, looking very energetic and glowing.

After Prime Minister Wen Yanbo reported a series of political affairs, Honglu Temple Minister Zuo Youding stood up.

"Guan family, a few days ago, Dali's special envoy Duan Tianhai informed me that the fifth princess of Dali fell in love with Su Liang at first sight because she served as the imperial censor and knew the miscellaneous things Su Liang gave in the Imperial Academy, and hoped to marry Su Liang as a legitimate daughter. We also asked the official to grant a marriage, and the Dali envoy also brought a dowry list..."

Zuo Youding was afraid that the officials would not know the benefits that Su Liang would get from marrying the fifth princess of Dali.

He rambled on for more than a quarter of an hour.

Zhao Zhen looked around and asked, "What do you think of this matter?"

Zhang Fangping took the lead to stand up.

"In the official family, I believe that this matter is no longer a private matter, but a state matter of our Song Dynasty. If this marriage is completed, it will not only enable our court to trade more Dali horses, but also ensure the stability of the southern border... No matter from the present moment, In short, or in the long run, it’s all a good thing!”

Immediately afterwards, Song Xiang also stood up.

"I also think that this is a beautiful thing, which will be beneficial and harmless to our Song Dynasty. It will also enable Yushi Su to return home with a beautiful woman!"

Immediately, Wen Yanbo also stood up.

"I think this is indeed a great joy. It will help stabilize the relationship between our country and Dali, and it will not be entangled by the internal affairs of Dali!"

"I second the proposal!"

"I second the proposal!"

"I second the proposal!"

"I second the proposal!"

……

The ministers all agreed with their opinions, as if they were discussing it.

Only Fan Zhongyan, Bao Zheng, Ouyang Xiu and others looked at Su Liang without expressing any opinions.

They were waiting for Su Liang's thoughts.

Su Liang stood among the admonishers and did not intend to speak.

This matter has been defined as a national matter. No matter what aspect he looks at, he will be criticized as being selfish and without the overall situation.

Therefore, he found two helpers.

These two helpers are steadfast supporters of monogamy.

He did not keep concubines, prostitutes, or even drink alcohol. He was indeed a model among the scholar-bureaucrats of the Song Dynasty.

They are Sima Guang and Wang Anshi.

After the voices of support gradually stopped, Sima Guang strode out.

"Officials, ministers object!"

Swish!

Everyone's eyes were focused on Sima Guang.

Sima Guang puffed up his chest and said: "I think this marriage is ridiculous. In the Song Dynasty, there was no system of direct concubines. If Su Yushi wanted to marry again, divorce his wife or take a concubine, how could he already have a wife? The reason for marrying again!”

Zuo Youding, minister of Honglu Temple, immediately retorted: "Sima Xiaokan, this is the etiquette system of the previous dynasty, but it is still implemented in Dali. This marriage is a matter between our dynasty and Dali. Is there anything wrong with using this etiquette? ?”

"Qing Zuosi, as our official ceremonial officer, I didn't expect you to say such crappy words. This is about getting a wife, not getting married. Why should you use the etiquette system of Dali Kingdom? Isn't this looking down on yourself? Zuosi Have you been busy entertaining envoys from various countries recently, and you haven't read the book of rituals for a long time? Do you want to go to the pavilion to study?"

Zuo Youding clenched his fists in anger.

"Etiquette changes due to circumstances. This matter is quite special. I don't think there is anything wrong with it!"

"Then if Xixia gives us five thousand war horses, should we also learn the rules of Xixia, shave our heads and tie our hair in braids, and perform Xixia rituals?"

"Sima Guang, you are brave, how can these two things be confused!"

Sima Guang was obviously looking for trouble.

None of the officials in the Manchu Dynasty knew that this was the reason for Su Liang to get married to the fifth princess of Dali.

but.

At the moment, no one can fault Sima Guang.

At this time, Prime Minister Wen Yanbo said: "Jun Shi, please don't get into trouble. These etiquette details can be discussed after the court meeting."

Sima Guang stopped talking and immediately returned to the queue.

As soon as he retreated, Wang Anshi stood up.

Wang Anshi had just resumed his position as Salt and Iron Promotion Officer of the Third Division from Zhidongming County last month.

As soon as Wang Anshi came out.

The officials couldn't help but look nervous.

No one could predict what this young, stubborn and thoughtful official would say.

"Guan family, if this marriage comes to fruition, our Song Dynasty may completely lose Su Jingming, and even cause the entire Song Dynasty's reform to fail!"

Wang Anshi spoke.

Always able to attract everyone's attention in an instant.

Zhao Zhen frowned slightly, looked at Wang Anshi and said: "Wang Jiefu, tell me your reasons. If you are alarmist or bluffing, I will punish you!"

At present, the reform movement is in full swing throughout the Song Dynasty, and Zhao Zhen will never allow failure.

Wang Anshi said loudly: "As a Taiwanese remonstrator, Su Yushi has always been outspoken and dared to remonstrate. This is partly because he has no family or in-laws. Apart from his family, he has nothing to encumber him."

"But once he gets married to the fifth princess of Dali, it will be completely different."

"Everyone in the Song Dynasty knows that Su Yushi loves his family. If he marries the fifth princess of Dali and has children, I would like to ask you, if we go to war with Dali next year, how will Su Jingming advise? Even if there is no war, if the fifth princess of Dali takes the After Su Yushi returned to Dali, he was placed under house arrest in Dali. What should we do? Go to war with Dali because of Su Yushi? In addition, if Su Yushi and the fifth princess of Dali give birth to a son, this son has a chance to become the leader of the Dali Kingdom. , Will Su Yushi be willing to go to Dali to assist him?"

"This is not the most terrifying thing! The most terrifying thing is that after we have said so much, Su Yushi has not said a word. Is this the Su Jingming we are familiar with? Have you ever seen Su Jingming who doesn't talk back? He doesn't even say a word. I can’t even express my thoughts, why?”

"Because today, everyone is pressuring him with state affairs. If he disagrees, he is ignoring the overall situation and is a sinner of the Song Dynasty. Who can bear this crime!"

Wang Anshi has always been upright, so he revealed the matter immediately.

"Perhaps, Su Yushi agreed to the marriage today without resigning or complaining, but he saw that the court ignored his feelings and focused on national affairs just because of thousands of Dali horses and some insignificant dowries. Force him to do it! Will he become taciturn in the future? Will he no longer be interested in an official career? Is this how the imperial court treats ministers of humerus? "

"Is a silent Su Jingming the Su Jingming we want? And all of this was forced by everyone here!" Wang Anshi suddenly raised his voice.

"Marriage with relatives is the most vulgar method in the world. Can it really be stable? Thousands of horses force the best admonishment official in the Song Dynasty to be in a dilemma. Is it really worth it?"

"Guan family, in my eyes, one Su Jingming is worth ten Dali kingdoms. He is the priceless treasure of our Song Dynasty. I can break his heart and destroy his family, but still make him serve the court wholeheartedly." ? We must never let Su Jingming become that mediocre person who is too afraid to speak out! "

"The current imperial court cannot live without Su Jingming, just like our Song Dynasty cannot live without the Grand Canal, which is more than 2,000 miles away. Without Su Jingming's reform, the entire Song Dynasty will inevitably be incomplete!"

Su Liang's face turned red.

It was naturally difficult for him to say such words of praise.

After Wang Anshi finished speaking, he heavily handed over his hands, and the court suddenly became quiet.

(End of this chapter)