Han Shizu

Chapter 418
When Li Shaoyou, the envoy of Wude and the Duke of Shouyang County, showed his prestige in the office of Wude, Guo Wei learned from Zhang Yongde that the emperor visited Guo Rong in the Xing Guogong's mansion and the study room in the back house.

Slowly blinking his eyes, with a look of contemplation, Guo Wei's old eyes could not see any waves, they were very calm.

"Woman, according to His Majesty's intentions, he didn't mean to punish Brother Rong severely. He made that stern gesture, presumably just to give an explanation to the outside world. Brother Rong will be released from prison in a short time and will go to Xuzhou to take up a post." Looking at Guo Wei, Zhang Yongde continued.

"Hmm," Guo Wei replied lightly, still thinking about something.

Although Zhang Yongde is not an extremely intelligent person, his quality is considered high. Seeing this, he couldn't help asking: "Is there something wrong with my son-in-law's consideration?"

Slowly turned his head, looking at this imposing son-in-law, Guo Wei's face relaxed, and said with a faint smile: "You see it right, your brother-in-law killed the governor of Puzhou without permission, although it seems reckless, but in fact you deserve to die How can a mere Zhang Jianxiong let my son accompany him? With the wisdom of the emperor, everything is measured in his heart."

"However, after such setbacks, it can be regarded as a kind of tempering for Guo Rong. Although he is usually cautious and honest, his uprightness is deep in his bones. It is easy to break through hard times. After this time, I think he should be Understand this truth."

After finishing speaking, he looked at Zhang Yongde again, and said: "You should also keep in mind that in the future, when you are working in the university, don't show off, be humble, and do things calmly!"

"Keep in mind the teachings of women and men!" Even though Zhang Yongde was easy to get along with, he was even more respectful and submissive to Guo Wei.

"Re-enter the other side, and tell him the old man's instructions, his temper." Guo Wei said halfway, stroked his forehead, shook his head and said: "Forget it, how can he listen to what you say, I will explain it personally when I find a chance!"

Sighing softly, Guo Wei's tone obviously relaxed a lot, and said: "However, this time, it may not be a bad thing for my Guo family!"

"Why?" Zhang Yongde was slightly curious.

"In the past few years, the Guo family has prospered. There are dozens of members of the whole family living on the state's salary. There are also many old officials in the army and the court, and they are very powerful. Now the old officials are gradually dying, and only my Guo family is still standing. It's too eye-catching. And the emperor."

Guo Wei said, with obvious embarrassment: "Such a turmoil just relieves the jealousy of those little people. I also see clearly who are people who rely on power, who are worthy of friendship, and who can be trusted. , is a big gain.”

"People know enough to cherish blessings! Lessons learned from the past, and teachers from the future, otherwise I am only afraid that the fate of Su, Yang and other officials will be the fate of my family!"

Guo Wei's words startled Zhang Yongde, and there was a little hesitation on Zhang Junwei's face: "It shouldn't be so, the emperor's eyes are like a torch, and he knows loyalty and treachery. Moreover, my son-in-law sees His Majesty's treatment of wives and Brother Rong, is still the same. I value and protect it very much, and treat my son-in-law very kindly."

Seeing Zhang Yongde's reaction, Guo Wei may want to sigh that you are too young, but he is even more emotional, subconsciously, the Son of Heaven is already so popular.

In his mouth, he agreed with Zhang Yongde: "You are right, the emperor still values ​​my Guo family, but because of this, you should take good care of yourself and don't owe your kindness."

If Liu Chengyou knew about the conversation between Guo Wei and Zhang Yongde, he would probably sigh: Guo Wei is either a loyal or a traitor.Then, continue to use anti-and concurrently.

Zhang Yongde nodded, but Guo Wei's words still made him feel shocked. After thinking about it, he couldn't help asking: "Woman, after His Majesty has visited Brother Rong, I will come to Guo's house to visit. His Majesty knows, will he think about it?"

Upon hearing this, Guo Wei stroked his beard lightly, his eyes revealed the meaning of "children can be taught", and asked in a gentle voice: "Have you ever thought about why the emperor specially asked you to accompany him to visit the prison, and then allowed you to take a leave after the end?"

Zhang Yongde took a slight breath, and said with a little uncertainty: "Your Majesty deliberately asked my son-in-law to tell my wife about Brother Rong's situation?"

Guo Wei nodded, gave him a firm feedback, and murmured in a low voice: "Your Majesty is showing me his attitude, so I can rest assured!"

After several considerations, Guo Wei seemed to have made a major decision, ignored Zhang Yongde for the time being, lowered his head and picked up a pen to write on a memorial book, and it was done overnight. He used his own seal, packed it, and handed it to Zhang Yongde to order: " You enter the palace again and hand over this memorial to His Majesty for me!"

"Yes!" Zhang Yongde stepped forward to take it, and at the same time he obeyed, he couldn't hold back his curiosity: "Woman, this is?"

Guo Wei didn't pretend to be mysterious to hide it, saying: "It's just my application for official appointment."

An understatement made Zhang Yongde feel stunned.

Later the next day, Liu Chengyou received Guo Wei's Memorial from Zhang Yongde, who was on duty in the palace.

Liu Chengyou seemed to be in a good mood, not at all as angry as the day before. After reading Guo Wei's resignation, he was very surprised, thought for a while, and the corners of his mouth slightly curled up.

Looking at Zhang Yongde who was bowing and waiting in the hall, Liu Chengyou said directly: "Guo Qing is a veteran of the two dynasties, an important minister of the country, and a prosperous and powerful man. Why do you want to retire? Isn't that a loss for the court?"

"Zhang Yongde!"

"The minister is here!" Zhang Yongde responded.

Liu Chengyou told him: "You not only pass on the letter for Guo Qing, but also pass on a sentence for me. Tell Guo Qing that I still need to rely on him a lot, and I will definitely not allow him to say anything. In this way, I don't know how healthy Guo Qing is. , let him rest for a while longer, and serve the imperial court when he recovers!"

"Yes!" After listening to Liu Chengyou's words, Zhang Yongde felt indescribably relieved.

After Zhang Yongde withdrew, Liu Chengyou looked at Wang Zhu who was waiting in front of the imperial court: "Tell me, why did Guo Wei submit a letter to resign at this time?"

Facing the emperor's training, Wang thought for a while and replied: "The minister boldly guessed that it was because of Guo Rong. The inspectors of the Yushi and Wu Desi have all returned to Beijing and returned their orders. Regarding the case of Zhang Jianxiong in Puzhou, His Majesty Thinking about it, I have already made a decision, Guo Gong wants to exchange the book for Guo Rong's life!"

Hearing his words, Liu Chengyou couldn't help but look at Wang Zhu one more time, only to see that his face still showed a kind of pleasure of pointing out the country.This person, after all, is young and doesn't have a lot of money, so he speaks directly and dares to say anything.
"Recently, due to the incident in Puzhou, there must be a lot of discussion among the ruling and opposition parties!" Liu Chengyou said.

"Exactly!" Wang Zhu was a little curious, why did the Son of Heaven ask this question knowingly.

Liu Chengyou's tone was sharp, and he said: "You go to the political affairs hall to pass the edict. I think that the public opinion in the court has been turbulent recently, and people's hearts are uncertain, so that government affairs have been neglected. I am very annoyed. Want to hear rumors!"

What Liu Chengyou said was serious enough.As soon as this edict came out, smart people could see that the emperor wanted to cool down the turmoil between the government and the public caused by the Puzhou case, so he took action to contain it.

Another day, Liu Chengyou issued an edict to discuss the crimes committed by the late Zhang Jianxiong, the governor of Puzhou, during his tenure.Without the tolerance of the deceased and all the evidence of the crime, what can the ministers say, the attitude of the emperor is still there, so Zhang Jianxiong will not be at ease after his death, adding [-] felony crimes, and ruining his reputation after death.

A few days later, Liu Chengyou asked the ministers to discuss the crime of "manslaughter" the criminal Zhang Jianxiong by Guo Rong, the governor of the Zhenning Army. Serve as inspector.

And during this period of time, what the officials could see was that more than a dozen censors of the three courts inside and outside Beijing were dismissed for questioning.

What the ministers couldn't see was that Wu De Division had carried out an advanced purification, the movement was much smaller, but the method was extremely cruel.It seems that everyone in Gyeonggi knows about it and praises it. It is as if they have disappeared, and naturally there is no news.
(End of this chapter)