Bachelor

Chapter 392 Jiajing's Rapture ([-])
The official's face was full of panic, his forehead was sweating slightly, and he looked disheveled.

Jiang Mian has been engaged in morality and ethics all his life, and the worst thing he can see is that his subordinates have no dignity, so he feels very displeased, and raised his eyebrows: "Why are you in such a panic, where is this place, panic, what is it like?"

Only then did the official realize that he was inappropriate, and stood still, panting for breath and wiping the sweat from his head with a towel.

Although Yang Tinghe was very strong in front of the emperor, he was quite kind to his subordinates. He only glanced at the man and asked gently: "What's the matter, tell me in detail."

Then the official said: "To the three old elders, outside... there is a new Jinshi named Zhang Cong who broke into the palace outside, saying that he wanted to write a letter to Fu Yu. He was stopped by the guards on duty in Xiyuan. But this Zhang Cong not only Instead of leaving, he yelled at the door and was beaten to the point of being covered in blood by the guards, even His Majesty was alarmed."

Jiang Mian was startled, and asked urgently: "What book did he publish, and why did he startle His Majesty? By the way, I seem to have a little impression of who this Zhang Cong is."

Although Yang Tinghe was busy with affairs, he had a very good memory. When he saw Jiang Mian, he couldn't remember this person.He stroked his beard and said, "Mr. Jiang, I have heard of this man. It is said that he is a well-known talented scholar in Wenzhou, Zhejiang. He also opened an academy. He has a good relationship with Wang Shouren. He is called Mr. Luo Feng. He is seventy-seven this year. He has a high prestige among scholars. Back then, my son Yang Shen had met him a few times. After returning home, he mentioned this man’s knowledge in front of the old man, saying that his talent was not inferior to his. But today’s examination will be held. At that time, for some reason, I only won about fifty names in the top two, and I didn't even win a single scholar."

Jiang Mian snorted: "It's just a Jinshi award. It can be seen that this person's knowledge and reputation are all rumors outside, but he has no real skills."

"No, who can explain clearly about the imperial examination. During the palace examination, I read his paper, which was not bad, but it's a pity that he didn't pass the test. It's a pity." Yang Tinghe sighed and turned to ask. Mao Ji: "Mao Xiang, where does Zhang Cong work now?"

Mao Ji replied: "I'm assigned to the Ministry of Officials to watch the government."

"Ha, it turned out to be an idle official. This person is very famous, and he is probably used to being arrogant on weekdays. Naturally, he is not willing to be thrown idle." Jiang Mian sneered: "I know this kind of so-called celebrity best. It is his own responsibility to make amazing words. He took the risk to write a letter in Xiyuan this time, not just because he wanted to attract the attention of the court and take a risk. This person has read too many books, and it is possible that his mind has been damaged. It's just a madman, it can't be taken seriously."

At the end of the palace examination, Jiang Mian was very disapproving of Sun Dan's examination papers about exchanging taxes with silver and using fire to distribute money to officials.Although Yang Tinghe and the emperor greatly appreciated this paper, in Jiang Xiang's view, it was nothing more than shocking words and crazy actions.However, the emperor and Yang Tinghe insisted on making Sun Dan the champion, and Mao Ji was a dull person who didn't care much about the affairs of the court. Jiang Mian lost one to two to the emperor and Yang Shoufu, which made Sun Dan the champion.If it were him, Jiang Mian, who wanted to be the No. [-] scholar, he would rather take the kind of old-fashioned gentleman's article.

Jiang Mian couldn't help saying: "In my opinion, officials like Zhang Cong must be punished and dismissed. They even came here to break into the palace and startle them. Think this is a vegetable market?"

The official smiled bitterly: "But now His Majesty has been alarmed by him, and His Majesty has personally summoned Zhang Cong, and is now making an edict in Yuxi Palace."

"Huh!" The official's words surprised Jiang Mian and Mao Ji greatly.

It was still Yang Tinghe who thought carefully and immediately found the key point of the problem.He asked with a sullen face, "Let me ask you, what exactly did Zhang Cong say when Fu Wei wrote the letter just now?"

"Yes, yes, tell me quickly." Jiang Mian also asked anxiously.

On the contrary, Mao Ji still looked like an old god, as if he didn't care about anything.

When the official heard the question from the two Prime Ministers, a burst of deep disgust and anger surged on the official's face.No need to ask, this kind of negative emotion is naturally directed towards Zhang Cong.He clenched his fists tightly, and the veins on his neck bulged: "Back to the words of the three elders, even though Zhang Cong was covered in blood from the beating, he yelled loudly, asking the court to honor the title of emperor for your majesty's biological father. "

"What!" Jiang Mian yelled: "He said that?"

The official nodded vigorously.

"Damn it, it really is a crazy student. This Zhang Cong, for his own selfish desires, for the sake of His Majesty's favor, even the basic shame is not good. No, Chief Assistant, Prime Minister Mao, you and I will go to His Majesty to argue immediately." Jiang Mian's eyes were red with anger.

"Wait." Yang Tinghe waved his hand, signaling the official to back down.

Jiang Mian looked at Yang Tinghe in astonishment, and asked unhappily: "Master Chief Assistant, what are you waiting for? No matter how late, it will be too late."

Yang Tinghe had a calm expression on his face, and said lightly: "What's the mess? It's just a new scholar entering the palace and making some noises. What else can he do? Besides, although this Zhang Cong is quite famous among scholars, he has a high status. Low, even if he wants to take a risk and do what His Majesty likes. But without the help of senior officials in the court, nothing can be done. When we do things, we should see through the surface and see what is buried deeper behind it. Jiang Xiang , don’t worry. First of all, we need to find out why Zhang Cong did this and who ordered it.”

"Instigation, whoever dares to risk the disgrace of the world to do such a shameless thing, is not afraid of being reprimanded. The ministers of the DPRK and China have all read sage books all their lives, and they still know the minimum moral etiquette. I don't think There will be someone behind Zhang Cong." Jiang Mian said with certainty: "Zhang Cong is just a crazy student, and he wants to rely on this to gain a future. Hmph, in my opinion, this Zhang Cong is also Zhang Changzong, and Zhang Yizhi This kind of treacherous villain loses all face in order to become an official."

Speaking of this, Jiang Xiang couldn't help sneering.

"Probably not." Mao Ji, who had been silent all this time, said leisurely: "Although the ministers in the court are of high morals, what about the palace? The eunuchs and servants in the palace don't know how to write the word morality."

Jiang Mian was taken aback by Mao Ji's words, as if thinking of something, he turned to look at him and asked, "What does Prime Minister Mao mean by that?" Things get complicated when people in the palace instigate them.The eunuchs can do anything, and eunuchs are eunuchs, but there is nothing good about them.

Mao Ji looked calm: "As far as I know, Zhang Cong is an aide of Concubine Zhang Gui, and he has a good relationship with Huang Jin. Hehe, he did this without Huang Jin's backing, dare you? Who is Huang Jin, everyone Mr. Ge always knew. Would Zhang Cong come to the palace without the emperor's order for Huang Jin?"

He lost a mess in the battle for the heir apparent, and now he looks like a man with his tail between his legs.He estimated that he would not be able to sit in the cabinet for a few days, and he would go down sooner or later.But it would be a great joy if he could cause the emperor a little trouble before leaving the cabinet.This can be regarded as a little counterattack in Mao Ji's despair.Now the only one who can cause trouble for the emperor is Yang Tinghe. Therefore, no matter who is behind Zhang Cong, or it is purely his personal behavior, Mao Ji will blame Zhang Cong on Huang Jin and the emperor.

Hearing Mao Jizhu's words that seemed to be to see the blue sky through the clouds and mist, Jiang Mian took a breath and said to himself: So that's the case, I didn't expect this.In this way, everything is aligned.It turns out that behind Zhang Cong is Huang Jin, and behind Huang Jin is the emperor.Everything was arranged by the emperor alone.Although Zhang Cong's character is terrible, he is quite prestigious among scholars.Although his appearance will not completely turn the situation around for the emperor, it is still possible to confuse people's hearts.

As long as people's hearts are in a state of confusion, other voices will naturally emerge.

At that time, the situation may not be within the control of the cabinet and the upright ministers of the DPRK and China.

Thinking of this, Jiang Mian was startled and angry, couldn't help but slapped the table, and shouted angrily: "Huang Jin, you eunuch. Sure enough, these eunuchs are unbelievable villains, villains!"

He was so angry that he shouted loudly: "I will act as your majesty and impeach Huang Jin."

"Impeach Huang Jin, impeach him for what?" Yang Tinghe suddenly said, "I don't know what's going on now, so I impeach Huang Jin rashly. What's the reason?"

Jiang Mian: "Shoufu, don't you care?"

"Yes, don't worry about it for now." Yang Tinghe said: "Let's see what Zhang Cong is talking about first, and see how His Majesty responds. I will make the next step later. By the way, Tongzhou is what matters. Xing It is not an option for the Queen Mother to stay in Tongzhou all the time. It is better to come to the palace one day earlier. The so-called night is long, and there will be more dreams, so there is no delay. By the way, Sun Dan has to find someone to talk to and let him Mao Cheng has no idea to persuade the Queen Mother to enter the city earlier, but Sun Dan should be able to figure out a way."

Mao Ji said, "Sun Dan may not be willing to do this."

"It's okay, although Sun Dan is a close minister of the emperor, but he has a righteous heart, and he may not be willing to see the political situation in the court deteriorate like this. He is also a close minister of the emperor, and His Majesty is willing to listen to what he says." Yang Tinghe thought for a while: "Find time Let Yang Shen have a deep talk with him."

"That's fine." Jiang Mian was still annoyed, and couldn't stop yelling: "Old thief Huang Jin, old thief Huang Jin, actually did such a thing that both people and gods are angry with. If we don't fight back, we will destroy the spirit of a gentleman." Morale. No, I don’t think I can let him go on like this. Shoufu, I can’t just sit back and watch like this!”

Yang Tinghe asked: "What does Prime Minister Jiang plan to do?"

Jiang Mian was taken aback for a moment, but he couldn't think of any good way.

Mao Ji sneered: "Why is there no way? Didn't Huang Jin and the others make a "Sihai Gambler"? Just seal it. There is no income from the casino. Let's see what Huang Jin uses to buy people's hearts. Let's see what Huang Jin uses. Let the clouds spread the rain." Now he is afraid that the world will not be chaotic, and I will not be comfortable now, and everyone will not be comfortable.

Yang Tinghe thought for a long time, then nodded: "Success, that's it. That casino has caused many people to go bankrupt, and the people are very angry. It should have been closed long ago."

(End of this chapter)