Why did the emperor rebel?

Chapter 922 Farewell
Durning is gone.

This performance gave him a lot of inspiration and also gave him a lot of warnings.

At this moment, Du Ning has a lot of thoughts in his mind, but he seems to have nowhere to start. He has been an official for many years, and he has not felt this way for a long time.

However, he had a premonition that as long as he could pass the hurdle in front of him, the future must be a new world!
Cheng Jing also left with Du Ning.

Zhu Qiyu just sat on the throne like this, watching Cheng Jing respectfully kowtow to him, then backed up step by step, and turned around, a trace of sadness rose in his heart.

Sung Kyung is a man of talent and a man of ambition.

His lifelong dream is to be able to serve as an official and benefit one party.

It's a pity that God's will tricks people, when he first entered the official career, he encountered unexpected disasters and was confiscated into the palace and became an eunuch.

In all fairness, for so many years, Cheng Jing can be regarded as doing his best and doing things properly. Zhu Qiyu is also very relieved that the chief inspector has him in charge.

However, Zhu Qiyu knew very well that his ambition was not here.

Going to Shaanxi to be a guarding eunuch this time is the sum of the merits of the two lifetimes, so give him a chance...

"If the emperor is sentimental, why don't you stay with Eunuch Cheng? On the other side of Shaanxi, you can transfer people there. I think Eunuch Cheng is also willing to continue serving the emperor..."

Wynn stood aside, looked at the emperor's expression, hesitated for a moment, but still couldn't help but persuade him.

After serving the emperor for so long, Wynn knows that the emperor is a nostalgic person. Although he doesn't usually show it, it is very obvious to those who are close to him.

Sighing, Zhu Qiyu said.

"Back then, Cheng Jing was working in the Prince Jin's Mansion and was implicated. Now, let him go back to Shanxi to be the eunuch guarding the eunuch, and it will be considered a beginning and an end!"

Although he had just heard what the emperor said to Du Ning, Wynn was still very shocked at this moment.

You know, since Zhu Jian was transferred to the capital, the post of governor of Shanxi has been vacant.

Although Du Ning is also in charge of Shanxi's rectification and military affairs, he is the governor of Shaanxi after all, and he will definitely be powerless to travel between the two places.

This also means that in the absence of a governor in Shanxi, Cheng Jing, the guarding eunuch, can have at least half of the governor's authority under the name of Du Ning.

If it's normal, it's fine.

But now, in the Jingtai dynasty after the civil war was caused by Wang Zhen's arbitrariness of power, the whole court has a high degree of vigilance against eunuchs interfering in politics.

Among them, the emperor himself is included!
Although the Son of Heaven did not expressly reprimand him, no matter whether it was Huai En, Shu Liang, or Wang Cheng, Zhang Yong, and even Xing'an's confidants and eunuchs.

They all understood tacitly that interfering in political affairs without authorization is the bottom line that the emperor will never allow.

Cheng Jing, as the eunuch in charge of rites and seals, although he would participate in ministerial and cabinet meetings, he basically would not speak up except for some times when he had received the emperor's oral order a long time ago.

After returning to the palace, he would only report what he heard and saw truthfully. If the emperor didn't ask, he would rarely comment.

The reason for all this is because Wang Zhen was in front, and they knew very well how disgusted the emperor was with eunuchs interfering in politics.

But now, Cheng Jing's appointment broke this unspoken rule.

Wynn believes that this is not the norm. Except for Cheng Jing, if other eunuchs dare to interfere in local government affairs, what awaits him will inevitably be a dead end.

The emperor can make an exception for it, and what is broken is this iron rule.

It can be seen how important Eunuch Cheng is in the heart of the emperor...

But, why does the Son of Heaven still look unhappy?

Carefully changed the emperor to a cup of warm tea, Wynn continued.

"Imperial Lord Shengming, since Eunuch Cheng worked in the Prince Jin Mansion in the early years, he must be very familiar with the local people's conditions. In the matter of rectifying the army, he will definitely be able to help Master Du. If he can return to the palace successfully, it will be regarded as a face for the emperor. !"

These words are obviously said in accordance with the meaning of the emperor.

However, what Wynn didn't expect was that after these words, the emperor's expression became more and more complicated. In a vague way, Wynn felt a little lonely and sad.

After a while, the emperor let out a long breath and said.

"I hope Cheng Jing, everything will go smoothly!"

In all fairness, there is nothing wrong with what Wynn said.

However, what he didn't know was that if Cheng Jing left Beijing this time, if nothing happened, he might not be able to come back.

If Zhu Qiyu remembered correctly, Cheng Jing's body has been deteriorating in the past two years.

In his previous life, he was quite unfamiliar with government affairs, so he had to rely on Cheng Jing in many places. In order to worry about affecting government affairs, Cheng Jing kept supporting his sick body. It was not until later that he became ill that Zhu Qiyu knew about his physical condition. And how bad it is.

Before he died, his only wish was to return to his parents' tomb and be buried in his hometown. However, it is a pity that he died of illness on the way not long after his departure.

No matter in the previous life or in this life, Cheng Jing never asked Zhu Qiyu for anything in his whole life, neither gold, silver, wealth nor official position.

Zhu Qiyu failed to help him realize his only wish.

Now that he was alive again, although he had doubts about Cheng Jing at first, with the death of Cao Jixiang, Zhu Qiyu's doubts about Cheng Jing were completely dispelled.

Before, Zhu Qiyu had asked the imperial physician in private, and the result was that Cheng Jing's body had been too worn out, and with the depression in his heart condensed, the effect of the medicine stone was actually not great.

If you want to recuperate, in addition to taking medicine according to the prescription, it is more important to be in a good mood and maintain a good work and rest.

However, Cheng Jing has a stubborn personality.

Zhu Qiyu tried to persuade him several times overtly and secretly, but he agreed every time, turned his head, but continued to run around. Several times, Zhu Qiyu tentatively asked if Cheng Jing would go back to his hometown for a sacrifice.

But every time, Cheng Jing shied away.

Later, Zhu Qiyu realized that he disliked his current physical disability and felt that he had no face to face his parents under Jiuquan.

I'm afraid, and only before he dies, will he be willing to go back to his hometown to have a look.

Corruption punishment is irreversible, Zhu Qiyu can't help him with this.

But at least, Zhu Qiyu can give him a chance, a chance to realize his ideal.

In this way, perhaps when his life came to an end, he would have less regrets and be able to stand in front of his parents' grave with more dignity.

Let me just say that although he was punished by corruption, he still did something for the court and the common people. He could not be famous for a lifetime, but in the end, he was worthy of his ten years of poverty!
But in this way, Cheng Jing will definitely work harder.

So this time, I am afraid it will be a farewell...

The atmosphere in the hall was a little depressing. Although Wynn didn't know why, he knew it and stopped talking.

The sun is shining brightly outside the window, but the weather has gradually entered the late autumn. The withered and yellow leaves are whirling and falling down the steps, accompanied by the autumn wind, which feels a bit sad.

After a while, the tea was getting cold. Wynn was about to reach out to change it, but saw that the emperor had already picked it up.

Everyone has their own choice, although Zhu Qiyu is sad, but he also knows not to indulge in it.

The bitter taste of the cold tea made him frown, but he still drank it down and gently put the teacup on the table. Zhu Qiyu closed his eyes and pondered for a moment, and finally spoke again.

"Call Wang Wen, Chen Yi, and Chen Xun into the palace!"

What happened to Cheng Jing is just a small episode, the government is the big deal!
After such a long time, these people should be waiting outside...

As soon as he felt the pressure on his body lighten, Wynn knew that the emperor had been freed from the emotion just now.

Cupping his hands, he ordered the little servant to rush out to call people, while he refilled the emperor's empty teacup.

Wang Wen and the other three had indeed been waiting outside for a long time.

Logically speaking, for important ministers like them, time is extremely precious. Under normal circumstances, even if there are other ministers in the front line after handing over the sign, as long as they arrive, they will be mentioned to the front.

Not to mention, this time they came here only after being summoned. Logically speaking, the time should be considered good.

But the fact is that they have been waiting outside for almost two sticks of incense, and there is still no movement inside.

"If the old man remembers correctly, today is the day when Governor Du gave his speech."

Wang Tianguan, who didn't regard himself as an outsider at all, ordered a plate of dim sum from the servant again, sipped his tea and obediently, looked sideways at Chen Xun, and said in a somewhat inexplicable tone.

"It takes about a stick of incense to make an ordinary majesty's speech. Now, Governor Du may have stayed in the palace for half an hour, right?"

"It seems that His Majesty attaches great importance to Governor Du's trip to Shaanxi!"

"Chen Shangshu, you have taught a good student..."

As we all know, Mr. Wang has never been a broad-minded person.

The last time Chen Xun publicly impeached the Ministry of Officials in the early court, although it was said that the drunkard's intention was not to drink, and it did not cause any actual loss to Wang Wen.

However, with Mr. Wang's character of never wanting to suffer, and Chen Xun, it is natural that the nose is not the nose, and the eyes are not the eyes.

Contrary to Wang Wen, Chen Xun has a very good temper.

Except for the change in style during the period when he was the second assistant, on the whole, Chen Xun has always been a smiling image in the court.

Even in the face of Wang Wen's obviously thorny words, Chen Shangshu was still very calm, as if he couldn't hear it, and said with a smile.

"To be valued by His Majesty shows that Governor Du is truly outstanding. We are all colleagues, serving His Majesty and sharing the country's worries. It doesn't hurt to wait for a while!"

While talking, Chen Xun raised the teacup, took a sip, and said.

"What's more, we are busy with official duties on weekdays. Although we wait here, it can be regarded as stealing half a day of leisure, which is very enjoyable."

"My lord Tianguan, my lord Zongxian, how about we get together after we leave office today?"

Being able to have such a good image in the court is inseparable from the fact that Chen Shangshu often holds banquets.

In his house, there are almost poetry clubs, book clubs, and banquets. Although the scales vary from big to small, Chen Shangshu basically never refuses anyone who comes.

From important officials of the imperial court to ordinary censors of seventh and eighth rank, Hanlin, and even some scholars who have not served in official positions, as long as they have outstanding talents and learning, they can all enter his banquet.

For Chen Shangshu, it is very common for Chen Shangshu to send out invitations casually.

After hitting a soft nail, Wang Wen curled his lips and said.

"Let's forget it, the official department is busy, and when the old man comes down to the office, I'm afraid Chen Shangshu's banquet will be over soon."

People of their status are naturally very cautious about attending banquets.

Compared with Wang Wen's blunt refusal, Chen Yi was obviously softer, and said with a smile.

"It's good to be able to get together with Chen Shangshu, but today, His Majesty called me to have an audience. I'm afraid I have something to order, so it's more important to finish the court affairs first!"

Chen Xun did it at will, since both of them were unwilling, he naturally would not force it, shook his head regretfully, and said.

"Master Zong Xian is right, let's wait for the next time..."

Several people were talking in the side hall, when they heard a noise outside, a moment later, a small servant came in to report that Governor Du's rehearsal was over and they were ready to have an audience.

So, they stopped talking immediately, packed up their clothes, followed the servants out of the side hall, and waited outside the Wenhua Hall.

As soon as he got outside, he saw Du Ning walking towards him, followed by a familiar figure beside him.

The two came side by side, and when they were far away, they stepped forward and bowed their hands to the three of them.

"I have seen Lord Tianguan, Lord Zongxian, and Chen Shangshu!"

After Wang Wen and others bowed their hands politely in return, Chen Xun looked at the duo in front of him, feeling a little strange in his heart, and asked.

"Eunuch Cheng is leaving the palace?"

He originally asked a random question, but unexpectedly, Cheng Jing nodded slightly, then glanced at Du Ning, and said.

"Yes, go to the house outside to tidy up. Just now, His Majesty has ordered me to serve as the eunuch guarding Shanxi and assist Governor Du in organizing the military settlement."

Cheng Jing said these words openly.

However, Wang Wen and the others immediately understood the deep meaning and exchanged glances with each other.

In the end, Wang Wen asked after deliberation.

"My father-in-law is the eunuch in charge of the chief inspector of ceremonies. Now that I am going to Shanxi, the chief inspector of rites..."

Logically speaking, it is somewhat taboo to inquire about these things.

However, when they reached their stage, they naturally had their own sense of propriety. In addition, the relationship between Wang Wen and Cheng Jing was good on weekdays, so Cheng Jing hesitated for a moment, and did not hide it, but said.

"Your Majesty means that there is no suitable manpower for the Supervisor of Ceremonies for the time being, so let me take the title of eunuch with palm seal, and we will talk about it later when there are suitable candidates."

As soon as the voice fell, the expressions of Chen Xun and the other three suddenly became solemn.

The appointment of internal officials is not as strict as that of the external court, so in theory, it is no problem for Cheng Jing to serve as the guarding eunuch in the local area as the eunuch in charge of the ceremony.

However, according to the usual practice, guarding eunuchs are often held in some unimportant yamen, even if they are held in the supervisor of ceremonies, they will not be eunuchs with palm seals.

What's more, Cheng Jing is already a eunuch with palm seal, which is equivalent to the Zhengyin official of the outer dynasty's yamen. In this case, he will go out to serve as guard eunuch without any change in title.

There has never been a precedent for this kind of situation...

(End of this chapter)