Yi Song

Chapter 145 Civil officials in the city are responsible

"Feng Yubi, Zhongshu Province issued this notice. The thieves are raging and invading the prefectures and counties. Doctor Fengzhi, Doctor Yiwei, Mingzhou governor and commander of the Changshui Army, Quannandu Water Supervisor, and Gouguan Bianhe are all promoting river repair. The steward has the power to carry out the affairs of Tianfu, judge Huaibei to capture the thieves, and set up envoys. The general manager is responsible for the infantry of Tianfu, Bo, Dan, Xu, Chen, and Suma. He handles matters expeditiously and advances to suppress the Wenbao thieves in Tianfu in Huaibei and Suidingzhou County."

Cai Jing, this old guy, really spared no effort to kill himself. He actually directly gave himself the power to carry out Tianfu affairs and became the acting governor.

The magistrates and magistrates in the Song Dynasty were all dispatched officers and were not directly linked to their official ranks.

Kaifeng Prefecture in Tokyo, Yingtian Prefecture in Nanjing, Daming Prefecture in Beijing, and Henan Prefecture in Xijing are collectively known as the Four Capital Prefectures.

The governor of Kaifeng is the most important. He is either the crown prince or an important minister.

The remaining three capitals can be judged by the ruling ministers after they fail in the court struggle, or they can be appointed by low-level officials, which become an important foundation for moving to the next level.

The main focus is flexibility.

I didn't expect that I would also enjoy this treatment.

The Xuanzhao official was in his thirties, with a round face, a broad forehead, thick eyebrows and small eyes, and always had a slight smile on his lips.

Liu Guozhang took the edict, bowed to Bianjing and said: "I accept the edict and should do my best to be loyal to the king."

After saying that, he handed the edict to Changsun Mo and asked, "What do you call angels?"

"The lower official is Zhao Ding, whose name is Yuanzhen."

"Where is Zhao Angel's job?"

"In the fifth year of Zhenghe, I took the mid-term examination in Chongning. In the second year of Zhenghe, I took the examination for outstanding candidates, changed the rank of the capital, and transferred Cao Cao from the same state. In the fifth year of Zhenghe, I was transferred to Hedong County. After the three-year period expired last year, I returned to Beijing and passed the examination, and I was a candidate for a new position. .

Zhongshu Sheng was looking for someone to come to Nanjing to announce the imperial edict. Hearing that there were raging bandits in the fields and that the south road was dangerous, both the housekeepers and the passers-by were unwilling to come. Seeing this as an opportunity, the lower official volunteered to come. "

It's quite honest.

"Opportunity? Zhao Angel, what chance?"

"Those who come to announce the edict can be given the title of Minister of the Imperial Court and sent to the Department of Envoys to capture thieves and arrest thieves."

Oh, after announcing the edict, I will serve as a spy for the court.

There are no weapons or weapons on the battlefield. No wonder the civil servants of the Beijing Dynasty are unwilling to come.

Zhao Ding did have some courage in coming forward. I have heard of his name. Could it be that he is a future famous minister?

"Zhao Chaofeng comes from a poor family?"

Zhao Ding's eyes flashed, but the smile on his lips did not change at all, "Xiaguan has been neglected since he was a child, and he grew up thanks to the support of his loving mother."

"No wonder that's the case."

"May I ask why Ambassador Liu lamented like this?"

"I know a friend, Li Gang and Li Boji, who was born in the sixth year of Yuanfeng. In the second year of Zhenghe, he was promoted to the second branch of the imperial examination. He specially ordered to change the first branch of the imperial examination. In the fifth year of Zhenghe, he changed the rank of the capital and was granted the title of supervisory censor and power palace censor. Discussing the affairs of the government , he was dismissed as an admonisher and was promoted to a foreign minister. Last year, he was appointed as a judge in Kaifeng Prefecture and pretended to wear a scarlet robe."

Liu Erlang, what do you mean? A slap in the face?

Li Gang passed the Jinshi in two subjects after me. He is now a sixth-rank official, and I am still grinding for an eighth-rank official. Finally seizing the opportunity to declare the edict, he jumped to the seventh level.

Are you saying this in front of me to humiliate me?

Zhao Ding's eyebrows twitched a few times, and the smile on his lips was a little forced: "Guan Li is extremely talented and is a pillar of the imperial court."

"No, no, he is so talented that he can't even quarrel with me. He was actually an admonisher. Li Boji was promoted so quickly because he had a good father. Si Hegong was a Jinshi in the third year of Yuanfeng. A veteran of three dynasties with outstanding political achievements, he is undoubtedly a famous official.

Is there someone in the court who is good at becoming an official?

Zhao Chaofeng came from a poor family, with no noble people to support him, and no relatives to help him. He could only work down-to-earth and gain qualifications step by step. I passed the entrance examination in two subjects earlier, but my official career was hesitant and difficult. If it were me, I wouldn't be convinced.

Zhao Chaofeng now had a great opportunity. He seized it and crossed the natural chasm right in front of him. If you can't catch it, it is still difficult to reach the sky from the seventh to the sixth level. " Zhao Ding raised his head and looked at the young and jealous face in front of him, and his heart skipped a beat.

Different from the legend, Liu Erlang was not a vulgar martial artist at all, but rather had the momentum and style of a powerful minister.

Zhao Ding went to Beijing to report on his work and passed the examination at the end of the year. At that time, Liu Guozhang was working as a contractor on both sides of the Bianhe River and as a bandit commander. Bianjing was full of legends about him.

After hesitating for a while, Zhao Ding cupped his hands and said, "Envoy Liu is the superior of the lower official. His subordinates must fulfill their duties diligently and do not dare to make any mistakes."

Liu Guozhang smiled and patted his shoulder.

Although I didn't say that I would do my best and bow to you as soon as I accept it, it is good to have this attitude. This Zhao Ding understands his words, and it depends on his actions next.

Liu Guozhang turned his head and glanced at the civil and military officials of Yingtian Mansion who came to receive the imperial edict. He found that a few key figures were missing and asked.

"Tong Shaoyin, and that Si Lu joined the army?"

"Back to Fuyin, Tong Shaoyin went to inspect the warehouse at the Bianhe pier in the south of the city yesterday. He accidentally fell into the water and fell ill due to the cold. He reported the illness and went to Bianjing to see a doctor."

A clerk answered cautiously.

"Si Lu, a member of the army, was inspecting the warehouse yesterday. He accidentally fell under a car and was trampled by an ox and broke his leg. He also reported his illness and went to Bianjing for treatment."

Good guy, so cruel!

In order to evade responsibility, you civil servants really do everything possible. No wonder ten years later, Jin Bing went south with an unobstructed journey, faster than taking the highway.

"That's it, Deputy Ambassador Zhang," Liu Guozhang called Zhang Cui's name, "you will temporarily take over Shaoyin's responsibilities. As soon as Yingtian Mansion is involved in the general affairs, you will be in charge."

Turning around, he looked at Zhao Ding, "You, Quan Silu, will join the military to assist Lao Zhang and take over the political affairs of Yingtian Mansion."

After saying that, he turned around and looked at the civil and military officials in the hall, and said loudly: "The army of field thieves is less than seventy miles away from the city, and will definitely arrive at the city within three days. If you want to ask for leave, you can ask for it now, and I will confirm it one by one. allow.

After now, even if your leg is broken, you still stick to your post with me on crutches. Otherwise, I will recognize you, but the military law will not recognize you! "

Liu Guozhang glanced at the crowd and continued to add: "I only give you one time to burn the incense, and we will not wait until it expires!"

As soon as he finished speaking, someone came out and cupped his hands and said, "My subordinate, Cao Jiang Zhizheng, has suddenly contracted a serious illness in his mother. As a son of a human being, he should put filial piety first and ask for leave from the governor."

"That's right!" Liu Guozhang waved his hand, "Wild King."

King Murong Ye took a step forward and said, "My subordinate is here."

"You take over Yingtian's household."

"Yes."

Three more people jumped out, namely Gong Cao, Bing Cao, and Songcheng County Magistrate. They used various reasons to submit leave, illness, and resignation, but Liu Guozhang agreed. He immediately ordered Chu Linxuan to supplement Gong Cao, and Changsun Mo to supplement Bing Cao and Song Dynasty. City magistrate.

For the rest of the civil and military officials, look at me and look at you. Everyone has a weak background and cannot return to their original positions after taking leave of absence. They have no choice but to bite the bullet and continue to work.

"Okay, everyone, since everyone is determined to abide by their duties and be loyal to the king, Liu will definitely not treat you badly. I will make a note of it and recommend it to you afterwards."

"Thank you, Mr. Fu Yin!" Everyone replied in unison with different expressions.

There are people in the middle who know the inside story and have important responsibilities, and they sneer in their hearts.

I don’t need your sponsorship. If I kill you in Nanjing city, it will be a great achievement for me!

(End of this chapter)