Han Shizu

Chapter 1775 Adjustment
Although Emperor Liu did not clearly designate a prime minister after Zhao Pu was dismissed, but in the operating mechanism of the Zhengshitang for decades, it is destined to need a leader, a role that can make the final decision.

In Emperor Liu's original conception, this power was to be firmly in the hands of the emperor, and this role should also be the emperor. However, in the past 20 years, even he himself has been a little slack in politics, let alone the king of future generations.

However, during the years when Zhao Pu was in power, the prime minister had in fact eroded and harmed the monarchy. The lofty prestige possessed by Emperor Liu was only that when he sensed the threat, he had enough strength and confidence to eliminate the threat. Or eliminate the person who poses the threat.

The power of the monarchy and the power of the prime minister are also in a relationship of ebb and flow. After Zhao Pu dismissed the prime minister, the highest decision-making power of the court was basically taken back by Emperor Liu, and part of it was transferred to the crown prince. The decision-making power that the prime minister of the Zhengshitang can retain has been Very few.

Prime Ministers like Song Qi are more responsible for obeying orders and have the opportunity to participate and make suggestions, but they do not have the power to make decisions.But even so, Song Qi still served as the first assistant to the prime minister in the actual administration, but it was not confirmed in name, but many people just regarded Song Qi as Zhao Pu with less power and influence.

As for such an identity, Zhao Kuangyi is naturally yearning for it, and it is what he has been striving for.As an honorable official, the prosperity and wealth have long been guaranteed. He has been an official for more than [-] years. He has always been conscientious and never slacked off. .

If, in normal times, he would have to wait until Song Qi retired, and with Song Qi's body, it would take some years, but now that this situation has happened, Song Qi is asking for trouble, and she will lose her job. It became smooth and smooth in an instant.

Among Song Qi and Zhao Kuangyi's group of chancellors, the military and political system is unnecessary. No matter Han Tong or Liu Tinghan, there is basically no possibility of the chief assistant. What's more, with the return of the three counties to Beijing, there will be major adjustments in the military and political aspects.

As for the rest, Wang Zhu took advantage of his early debut, old qualifications, and being with Emperor Liu. In fact, Zhao Kuangyi didn't think much of him. , has reached the top a long time ago, he is not just a financial envoy, and he can't even manage the matter of the financial secretary, Shen Yilun still needs to worry about everything.

Shen Yilun is old and virtuous, but he is also too old to pose a threat. He is just waiting for his official post, landing safely, and returning home to retire.

The words were addressed to Prince Liu Yang: "Now you are in charge of the government, and you have heavy affairs, and you still need the assistance of good ministers. Song Qi was originally a qualified auxiliary minister, and he handled things thoughtfully and properly, but it is a pity that you are always confused and confused.

Hearing Wang Zhu's words, the anger on Emperor Liu's face subsided a little, staring at him, and sighed: "Whether it's in the prefecture or county or in the Taoist government, haven't you always done a good job? Why don't you go to Beijing? Court, go to court to pay homage to the prime minister, but do nothing, useless?"

Emperor Liu naturally didn't care what Liu Yang and the two thought, and continued on his own: "Shen Yilun has also submitted to me several times to tell me to return home, but I have never agreed. However, considering Shen Qing's age, he should not agree In his later years in Ankang, he became an official with the right servant of the Shangshu. He has served the country for more than [-] years. It is not easy. Now that he is honored, he should be treated well. This matter, the crown prince personally supervised it!"

Hearing the question, Wang Zhu was stunned for a moment, confusion flashed in his eyes, he cupped his hands and said: "Return to Your Majesty, I have no feelings, just follow the order!"

Wang Zhu was silent for a while, with the same simple and awe-inspiring look on his face, he cupped his hands and said: "Virtue is not worthy of the position, it is not good for the country and the people, I am willing to abdicate to let the virtuous!"

On the other hand, Emperor Liu made another move to take power. The word power is too tempting, and the struggle for imperial power is even more cruel and dangerous.In the past, Emperor Liu was willing to delegate power, so naturally he couldn't see anything, and everything was stable. Now that Emperor Liu is about to take over power, whether Liu Yang will be willing to surrender power and take a step back is hard to say.
And Emperor Liu wanted to see if Liu Yang had the patience.Emperor Liu is generally satisfied with Liu Yang, and he disagrees with his character and thinking, but it is not unacceptable.

What Emperor Liu was puzzled about was that although Wang Zhu was not considered a great talent in the world, he was born as a Jinshi and had outstanding talents. In the past 30 years, when he was in the local area, he has always been diligent and diligent, and has done a lot of practical things. Jiangnan, who was initially determined, could take care of it properly, but after returning to Beijing to serve as a financial envoy, people gradually changed.

"Yes!"

The three of Liu Yang have already become responders. At the same time, if it was only a vague feeling before, it is almost certain now that Emperor Liu is going to regain power. This series of personnel arrangements is the most obvious sign.

"Also, Shen Qing is getting old, and the financial secretary also needs to add an official. Wang You, the Northwest transshipment envoy, is experienced in handling affairs and sensitive to arithmetic. He can take over. He can serve as the deputy financial envoy in the court, and orders can be issued immediately!" Emperor Liu And said.

As for Liu Yang, his mood was a bit mixed. He admired and respected Song Qi, but he was not as good as his teacher. It was a relationship of trust and trust for decades.What's more, when the Dengwengu case happened back then, Li Fang was implicated and released to other places, and he was irreparable. Liu Yang already had a little guilt in his heart. Therefore, Liu Yang was naturally happy when Liu Fang returned to the court to serve as prime minister, but this It's just not good to show it at the moment.

On the contrary, Lu Duan, who is in charge of the Ministry of Officials, is a man, and he would not be a mortal who can "spite on his own face". However, this man behaved too ordinary on weekdays, and was despised by many courtiers.Emperor Liu was able to break the rules and promote Lu Mengzheng to be the governor of Luoyang, but if Lu Duan was promoted to the top of the hundred officials, it would be absolutely unacceptable to the internal and external officials, and he would think more carefully if he thought about it
Thinking about it this way, Zhao Kuangyi suddenly felt that he had a great advantage, no matter his status, ability, or prestige, who else could he but "Zhao Er"?Is there anyone in the imperial court who is more suitable for governing than him?
Probably because of caring and caring, Zhao Kuangyi neglected many things because of the ups and downs in his heart and loss of peace.But Emperor Liu's arrangement extinguished the heat in his heart.

"You can manage Jiangnan Road well, but you can't manage a financial secretary?" Emperor Liu asked.

Just as Zhao Kuangyi suspected, another test was about to fall on the crown prince.Under normal circumstances, with the relationship between Li Fang and the crown prince, it is impossible for Li Fang to return to the political affairs hall and assume power, which is not conducive to the balance of power.

Liu Yang and Zhao Kuangyi glanced at Wang Zhu who was also surprised, bowed and retreated slowly.Emperor Liu looked at Liu Yang's back peacefully until he disappeared outside the hall.

Most of the time, Emperor Liu was sure that Liu Yang could well inherit the Great Han Empire he created, but because of the deep-rooted suspicion disease, he couldn't help but toss and test, and what was the purpose? , Sometimes Emperor Liu himself feels confused.
Emperor Liu's pensive expression, I have to say, was a bit scary.With no one to accompany him, Wang Zhu felt even more uneasy if he stayed alone.When he was a little at a loss, Emperor Liu finally turned his head, turned his attention to him, and asked slowly: "What do you think about the adjustment of the court's personnel?"

However, Zhao Kuangyi's city was very deep, and he quickly stabilized his mind and recovered.So what if it was Li Fang?Left and right are boiled, and Li Fang is approaching his sixtieth year, so he is not as good as Zhao Xianggong, who is at the peak of his spring and autumn, and has the temperament of Emperor Liu.
Suddenly thought of something, Zhao Kuangyi subconsciously raised his head and glanced at Emperor Liu, but he couldn't see anything, but he couldn't help feeling flustered because of the direction he guessed in his mind.

This is a bit serious, Wang Zhu was also stunned, his legs softened, and he knelt down and pleaded guilty: "Your Majesty, the minister is old and stupid, neglects his duties, and has failed His Majesty. Please forgive me. Please punish me. I just hope to take care of you." Don't take your anger out on the faintness and rebellion of an old minister!"

"Yes!"

"I'm tired!" Rubbing his forehead, Emperor Liu said, "You all step down, and go to your own duties!"

Wang Zhu knelt in front of the imperial court, feeling the emperor's anger, he couldn't help but trembled, and buried his head deeply: "Your Majesty calm down! The old minister obeys His Majesty's will!"

Going around and back, and seeing Wang Zhu's "I'm lying flat" appearance, Emperor Liu couldn't help frowning. The last one who gave him this feeling was Li Ye, the uncle of the country.

Now, when the prince has been in power for many years, Li Fang, a highly respected and capable Taifu, is transferred back, and the two masters and apprentices are united. Wouldn't it be possible to control the Han Dynasty?

"Do you give up the power of the state at your will?" Hearing this, Emperor Liu became even more annoyed, and even took pictures of the royal case, his face full of anger.

Hearing this, Wang Zhu said in a daze: "I have little talent and little morals. To be able to achieve today's glory, I fully rely on His Majesty's appreciation and promotion. It is difficult for a minister's small talent to enter the hall of elegance, and His Majesty is disappointed."

Hearing Emperor Liu's decision, Zhao Kuangyi's face froze a bit. How could he forget Li Fang? He was Liu Yang's teacher, the future emperor's teacher, and his relationship was far beyond ordinary people's imagination.What's more, even if this relationship is not mentioned, Li Fang himself is a veteran of the court. Apart from his age, for a while, Zhao Kuangyi really couldn't think of any advantages he had.

In this way, I have transferred Li Fang back to assist you, and it will be more convenient for you master and apprentice to cooperate.Speaking of which, Li Fang has been in Beijing for more than ten years, and it's time to come back! "

"Idiot!" Seeing this and hearing the words, Emperor Liu couldn't help cursing: "Idiots don't care! I see that the more you become an official, the more you live and go back! The Financial Secretary doesn't care. Alright, Shen Yilun still needs to fill in the gaps, why do I need you, is the big man's financial envoy a display? Is it on the table, making people laugh?"

"Yes!"

"The king stays!" At the end, Emperor Liu tried to persuade him to stay again.

It was good at the beginning, but in the past two years, people have become more and more ignorant, restrained, obedient, and have "evolved" to a vegetarian meal in the corpse, and such a change made Emperor Liu very puzzled. What is the problem?

Looking at Wang Zhu at this time, Emperor Liu really had the urge to depose him as well, but Sheng Sheng restrained it.If three prime ministers were dismissed in one day, the commotion would be too great, and fools might regard it as a coup d'état.

Right now, just after returning to Luoyang, there are a lot of trivial troubles going up and down in the court. Song Qi's resignation has already caused a lot of turmoil, so don't add more fuel and trouble.
However, Emperor Liu was still a little more patient with Wang Zhuo: "I just ask you, can you do a good job as a financial envoy?"

Hearing the question, Wang Zhu hesitated for a while, and then said solemnly: "I will do my best!"

(End of this chapter)