I served as an admonisher in the Song Dynasty

Chapter 317 Ouyang Xiu: Su Jingming’s achievements are enough to worship the Prime Minister!

If the embankment is higher than the shore, waves will destroy it.

The word "hidden phase" undoubtedly put Su Liang on the fire.

Yelu Hongji, the eldest prince of the Liao Kingdom, said that Su Liang taught the way of reform and wanted to respect him as his teacher, which added fuel to the fire, making people think that Su Liang was paving the way for himself.

The people in Bianjing City were talking a lot.

Some people believe that a villain is framing Su Liang in order to undermine the stability of the court and undermine the reform movement throughout the Song Dynasty.

Some people also believe that Su Liang is indeed developing in the direction of becoming a power minister, and will inevitably become powerful in the future, so he must take precautions in advance.

Some people feel that the term "hidden phase" is inappropriate.

Instead, Su Liang should be called: Ban Xiang.

Su Liang now has half the power and appeal of a prime minister.

Some good people even compared Su Liang with powerful officials such as Huo Guang of the Han Dynasty, Yang Jian of the Northern Zhou Dynasty, and Zhu Wen of the Tang Dynasty, and finally concluded that Su Liang was indeed a powerful prime minister.

Some people even took the prime ministers of Liao, Xixia, and Dali as examples, saying that Su Liang would have the potential to exceed the limits of imperial power in the future, and asked the officials to release him.

All ministers in the court recognized Su Liang, mainly because of his excellent character and his ability to repeatedly provide excellent strategies for governing the country.

He believed that the officials would do justice to him.

Afternoon, Bank of China Department.

Many officials came forward to remonstrate.

He was well aware of Su Liang's character and did not believe that Su Liang could wield power, and Su Liang was also unable to wield power.

The financial, political, and military power of the Song Dynasty were all in the hands of Zhao Zhen.

Inside the Chui Gong Hall.

The Song Dynasty will lack the sharpest long sword.

"Su Qing knows that the more he explains such things, the more others will believe him. He is waiting for me to bring him justice!"

As long as the officials give a clear conclusion on this matter, the discussion between court officials and the people will naturally cease.

When Su Liang heard these remarks, he didn't explain a word.

Zhao Zhen thought for a while and said: "Inform Zhongshu that the imperial meeting will be held tomorrow. Officials in Beijing are not allowed to take leave unless they are seriously ill. I want to see who dares to attack Su Qing again tomorrow!"

Ruosuliang put away his edge.

He was also afraid that after Su Liang experienced this, he would keep a low profile and put away his sharp edge.

Zhao Zhen must stand up and seek justice for Su Liang.

"What happened?" Zhao Zhen asked.

Zhao Zhen asked again: "What is Su Qing's state at the moment?"

The officials who attacked Su Liang were either jealous of Su Liang's political achievements, or they were those who harmed his interests.

Most of the people who were in power in the court said they had a close personal relationship with Su Liang, and Su Liang was suspected of exceeding his authority.

"Su Yushi did not explain this matter to anyone. He was busy writing the detailed rules and regulations for the establishment of the Prospecting Department at the Yushi Station."

……

Zhao Zhen pushed a stack of memorials aside with a gloomy expression.

……

The discussion grew louder and louder.

The scholar-bureaucrats also started a big discussion about "Su Liang was powerful and favored too much".

"What do you think about this?"

"This matter...this matter is completely based on rumors. The reason why the officials and the ministers rely heavily on Su Yushi is not because Su Yushi is good at playing both sides and has a well-rounded manner, but because what he said can really make our Song Dynasty change for the better! "Zhang Mao said seriously.

Zhao Zhen nodded in approval.

Zhang Mao replied: "The article "Su Jingming, the Hidden Prime Minister of the Song Dynasty" was written by a failed scholar. So far, no instigator has been found behind the scenes. He claimed that he wrote it based on his feelings, and then in order to earn some writing fees. , some good-hearted people like to discuss these political struggles, which leads to the spread of this matter becoming more and more outrageous..."

Zhao Zhen thought for a while and looked at Zhang Maoze.

At this moment, Zhang Mao walked over quickly.

He explained that it would only become darker and darker.

"Speaking out of your feelings? Can speaking out your feelings ruin the reputation of a Taiwanese admonishment official?"

"No need to avoid suspicion, I believe you, say it!"

Zhang Mao then quickly bowed his head and cupped his hands, saying: "Officials and folk rumors say that I am also a close confidant of Su Yushi. To avoid suspicion, I should not say anything."

this moment.

As Zhang Maoze said.

"Hmph! Our Great Song Dynasty Hall has just started to improve due to the reform, and these officials are engaging in internal fighting again. Don't I know how much power Su Jingming has? One by one, they are incompetent in doing important things and suppressing their colleagues. Take advantage of it!"

March 27th, near noon.

Zhao Zhen nodded slightly.

As soon as Ouyang Xiu entered the door, he heard a sound that made him very uncomfortable.

"Su Liang is just an admonishing official, but he has a vague power. How can the officials not be afraid of him? It is not a good thing for young people to be too sharp!"

Ouyang Xiu looked up.

The speaker is Li Zong, a resident of the Zhizhao Wenguan in Sherenyuan.

"Li Sheren, discussing people's merits behind their backs is not what a scholar-official does!" Li Zong turned his face and said with a smile: "It turns out to be Bachelor Ouyang. The subordinate is not discussing the merits of people. What he said is all true. Su Liang is powerful. , the whole court knows it, and the common people call it the Hidden Prime Minister, isn’t it?”

"Su Liang is powerful? How did you know that he can use his power to bully others? Did he do things according to the etiquette of your husband? Or did he reprimand you in the tone of your husband?" Ouyang Xiu said sharply.

These past two days, Ouyang Xiu was very depressed.

He was worried that these rumors would alienate the officials from Su Liang.

If Su Liangzhen were to be released, it would be a huge loss to the court.

When Li Zong saw Ouyang Xiu speaking for Su Liang like this, he couldn't help but retorted: "Sister Ouyang, you and Yu Shi Su are close friends. You may need his help in your future career, so naturally you can help him speak."

"But since the Reform of the whole Song Dynasty, all the ministers from the official family to the two governments and three departments have acted according to Su Liang's plan. The officials even said that 'the Reform of the whole Song Dynasty cannot be without Su Jingming'. Doesn't this prove that ?"

"Su Liang has become the prime minister. In order to ensure the stability of the Song Dynasty, he must be suppressed. Otherwise, all the people in the court will be Su Liang's friends. That's okay!"

"As ministers of the Song Dynasty, we should understand the harm of power to the country and the country. I advise Academician Ouyang to uphold justice and nip this unhealthy trend in its bud. We must not let Su Liang become bigger!"

……

Ouyang Xiu smiled disdainfully.

"Alas! I really didn't expect that there would be so many idiots in the court. It is really unfortunate for me, the Great Song Dynasty."

"Ouyang Xiu, you...how dare you insult me?"

"What's wrong with insulting you? Having officials like you in the Song Dynasty is really a disaster for the Song Dynasty!"

Ouyang Xiuxian said with a smile: "Let me ask you, without Su Jingming, could the Song Dynasty's political reform unfold so smoothly? Without Su Jingming, would the people in the northwest be able to do business on the Xia-Liao border with open chests? Without Su Jingming, Who can solve Yangzhou's money shortage problem? Without Su Jingming, would the Privy Council and the Sanyamen be in the current state? Without Su Jingming, where would the Tea Yinfa and Mine Prospecting Departments come from? Without Su Jingming..."

Ouyang Xiu asked more than ten rhetorical questions in one breath.

After listening to this, Li Zong thought for a long time before he finally said: "Gong is merit, fault is fault. I am begging Su Yushi to release it, because I am worried that he will take credit for his pride and go astray!"

"Worry? Just because you are worried, you go to court to punish your heart. Is this the behavior of a scholar-bureaucrat? Furthermore, when has Su Jingming ever taken credit for being arrogant? If you have half of Su Jingming's contribution to the court, no, one success, you will scold me for beating me. I, Ouyang Xiu, will not fight back!"

"The officials and ministers listened to Su Jingming's words, not because Su Jingming was sophisticated in the world, but because Su Jingming's words were beneficial to the Song Dynasty. In my eyes, Su Jingming's current achievements are enough to worship the prime minister!"

When Li Zong heard the word "become the prime minister", he couldn't help but tremble at the corner of his mouth, and said angrily: "Ouyang Xiu, you praise Su Liang too much. Whether he can be the prime minister or not is not your decision. I will tell Zhongshu now that you Such ridiculous remarks are really flattering Su Liang!"

"Hmph! I, Ouyang, am an upright practitioner and sit upright. Don't tell Zhongshu, but report to the officials. I also think that Su Liang's achievements are enough to worship the prime minister!"

Ouyang Xiu amplified his voice, then waved his sleeves and walked away.

The Yintai Department is the place in charge of the world's memorials and documents, and there are many people and mixed eyes.

Ouyang Xiu's remarks quickly spread.

at the same time.

Li Zong, the living room attendant, rushed to Zhongshu Provincial Political Affairs Hall and informed Wen Yanbo and Zhang Fangping of Ouyang Xiu's words who were handling official business inside.

"Su Liang's current achievements are enough to worship the prime minister?" Wen Yanbo smiled and said: "Uncle Ouyang Yong's words are not wrong. If Su Jingming is not junior, based on his achievements, he can indeed worship the prime minister! "

On the side, Zhang Fangping nodded in approval.

As in-depth participants in the reform movement throughout the Song Dynasty, the two of them were very aware of Su Liang's contribution to the court.

Li Zong was stunned for a while.

Unexpectedly, the two husbands thought this was reasonable, and immediately left with depressed faces.

At this time.

Zhang Fangping looked at Wen Yanbo and asked, "Prime Minister Wen, do you think Su Liang will become a powerful prime minister in the future?"

Wen Yanbo shook his head without thinking.

"will not."

"Why?"

"Although Jingming has a great talent, he is lazy by nature and is most bothered by trivial tasks. He has no ambition to control the court. Among the younger generation, Wang Jiefu and Sima Jun are actually likely to become powerful ministers because they are determined to achieve fame. But Jingming, he is smart, he will definitely live a comfortable life in the future!"

Zhang Fangping nodded in approval, and added: "I'm afraid that the officials will alienate him because of this matter. A brilliant talent comes only once in a hundred years. If it arouses the suspicion of the officials, it will be terrible!"

Wen Yanbo shook his head again.

"I don't think so. The officials are smarter than you and I. Tomorrow's meeting will definitely give a result that satisfies Jing Ming. At the moment, in the eyes of the officials, Jing Ming is much more important than those mediocre ministers."

"hope so."

……

Yushitai, inside the courtyard.

Su Liang couldn't help but smile when he heard Ouyang Xiu's remarks that "Su Jingming's achievements are enough to worship the prime minister."

"Alas! I didn't expect that being too good is also a sin!"

this moment.

Su Liang suddenly understood why the generals of the Song Dynasty were desperately trying to defile themselves.

People in the court are too complicated, and even being innocent can make it difficult for people to live with themselves.

Those mediocre civil servants have many evil intentions, and they always like to do such messy things to show their presence.

Hard to guard against.

At this moment, Su Liang received an order from the officials to hold a court meeting tomorrow morning.

He guessed that it must be for the purpose of "hidden appearance".

(End of this chapter)