The Second Master of the Red Chamber

Chapter 71
In the south study room, after the emperor finished Lin Ruhai's recommendation to Jia Lian, he stopped talking.

Jia Lian, who was still kneeling on the ground, was already sweating slightly on his forehead.Knowing that every second of delay would deepen the emperor's suspicion of him, Jia Lian did not dare to think about it, and bowed his head, "I am so ashamed that I really dare not accept such praise.

When I was young, I was stupid and stupid, and I was born in a wealthy family. I didn't know the difficulties of my ancestors in starting a business, and I didn't understand the plans of the country and the people. I only wanted to be rich and comfortable in front of me.

After getting married, the family situation became more and more difficult, and it gradually seemed to be unable to make ends meet. The wife often complained.

At this time, the humble minister came to his senses: a man was born between heaven and earth, how can he be nostalgic for the wealth and honor in front of him, instead of thinking about honoring the lintel and serving the country?
However, I know that my qualifications are blunt, and it is difficult to make achievements in the way of Confucius and Mencius. I also read the biographies of ancient and modern figures, such as Wei and Huo of the Han Dynasty, Li and Guo of the Tang Dynasty, and the ancestors of the minister. Anbang, serve your kindness.

Even though the humble ministers are insignificant, they are willing to imitate them and serve His Majesty and the imperial court with a mere body..."

Regardless of how the emperor evaluates him in his heart, it is always right to show his loyalty and determination to serve the country first.

Emperor Ningkang above kept his gaze on Jia Lian's face while Jia Lian was speaking.

He didn't pay much attention to Jia Lian's words, but he was basically sure that Jia Lian really didn't look like an ordinary playboy.

In his south study room, even ordinary ministers stood up tremblingly, what's more, when they knelt on the ground, they only knew how to kowtow in fear, responding like a rat.

And if it's a dude who feels ashamed in his heart, it's even worse.Jia Lian was different. Although he looked nervous, he still spoke clearly and dared to answer. This concentration of mind was far superior to that of ordinary noble children.

"That being the case, why did you beat Prince Duan's son? Do you know that committing the following crimes is a serious crime, or do you think that with the merits of your ancestors, you can ignore ordinary royal children?" Emperor Ningkang asked.

Jia Lian became a little angry when he heard the words, "I dare not. However, the prince's son humiliated my father for no reason. This is something that a son of man will never tolerate. In front of all the emperor's relatives and children, I have no other choice." , can only meet with him in the martial arts field.

Prince Duan's son was no match for the minister, but he still refused to apologize, so the minister beat him angrily.

On this point, all the disciples of the clan present can testify on behalf of the minister, please learn from your Majesty. "

Emperor Ningkang snorted, he naturally knew what was going on, otherwise, he would not have dismissed King Duan in advance and warned him to take care of his son.

"It's all because of your youthful vigor and aggressiveness. You should be glad that Prince Duan's son didn't do anything bad or bad, otherwise, even if you have great reasons, you can't escape the guilt.

You are so bloody, and you threatened to serve the imperial court, and the Tatar tribes in the north are showing signs of raising troops. I have decided to send Prince Teng to lead the troops to patrol the border... Why don't you follow him and be a lieutenant of the army? , responsible for escorting grain and grass, let's go to the border for some experience.

One is that you can devote yourself to serving the country, and the other is that I can have an explanation to Duan Wangfu.

Would you like to go? "

Emperor Ningkang said this, but his eyes were always paying attention to Jia Lian's facial expression.

However, he knew that all the honorable children in Beijing were used to enjoying wealth and honor, and few of them were willing to go to the bitter cold places in the border to endure hardship.

What Jia Lian said just now sounded good, if he dared to turn back immediately, he would have to deal with his injustice of inconsistency.

But when Jia Lian heard the words, as if he had received a reward, he immediately said: "Thank you, Your Majesty, I will do my best to handle this errand well, and I will not dare to disappoint Your Majesty's love for me."

Seeing this, Emperor Ningkang didn't know how to react.

It was obviously a punishment for him, but it seemed like it was in his arms.

However, I was satisfied in my heart, so I snorted, looked down at the memorabilia on the table, remembered the most troublesome problem recently, and asked casually: "I heard from Lin Ruhai that you have been to Yangzhou this year. I have met those salt merchants and argued with them... According to your opinion, is the reform of the salt administration good or bad for the imperial court, and what is the biggest difficulty in implementing it at the local level?"

Of course, Jia Lian would not be so narcissistic that in the emperor's heart, he would be smarter than those ministers, but he just asked casually.

Therefore, he said very honestly: "The reform of the salt administration was jointly discussed and decided by His Majesty and the senior officials in the court. How dare a humble minister who can't even read a book make a judgment. But since your majesty is talking about the salt administration, Wei I do have one thing to report to His Majesty..."

"You said."

"What I want to talk about is a private matter, if there is anything inappropriate, please forgive me for my crime of ignorance when I was young.

In fact, Weichen wanted to express his feelings to His Majesty on behalf of his uncle as a junior.

The minister knows that the salt administration is the most important part of the imperial court's finances, and the most appropriate person must be in charge.

However, Uncle Weichen, who is nearly fifty years old, has always been in poor health, and with heavy government affairs, he has no time to recuperate.

When Wei Chen saw him a few months ago, he was already exhausted. The doctor who saw him said that if he didn't take good care of his uncle's body, he might be in trouble.

This minister also knows that in my uncle's mind, state affairs are more important than wealth and life, so I am afraid that he never dared to report his physical condition to His Majesty truthfully.

It’s just that I’m thinking, if my uncle continues to act as the acting salt government while he’s sick and overworked, he’s afraid that he’ll be incompetent in many details, which will be of little benefit to the salt government; An accident may hurt the heart of His Majesty's beloved minister.

This is only a superficial opinion of my humble minister, and I boldly state it to Your Majesty today, and if there is any overstepping or inappropriateness, I ask Your Majesty to reprimand you. "

After hearing Jia Lian's words, Emperor Ningkang couldn't help paying attention.

Since he came to the throne, he has become more aware of the importance of finances in governing the country, so he has almost changed the officials of the Yan government, just to ensure that the reform and new policies have sufficient money and food to the greatest extent!

Lin Ruhai is one of the biggest pockets of the national treasury, so it is impossible for him not to take it seriously.

Lin Ruhai gave him the impression that he was a frail scholar, and it was rumored that Lin Ruhai and his wife had a deep love for each other. Now that his wife has died of illness, I am afraid that he is indeed suspected of being sick due to heartbreak.

Moreover, Lin Ruhai seems to be very cold under the knees, and the salt administration is, needless to say, extremely heavy...

Thinking about it this way, if it is true what Jia Lian said, something unexpected happened to Lin Ruhai in his tenure, not to mention the loss of a confidant, he may delay the Lianghuai Salt Administration and cause even greater losses to the court...

It doesn't matter what he thinks in his heart, Emperor Ningkang just looked at Jia Lian with a very displeased expression.

After all, what Jia Lian said was obviously telling him to quickly change the person in charge of the Yangzhou Yanzheng Yamen, so that his uncle could come down and rest...

Involving such an important personnel change, is this what a donated official who is not even qualified to go to court should say?
But this kid is also cautious, and he keeps accusing him of crimes, even if he wants to reprimand him, he can't say anything.

So he said: "I already know what you said, but it is not your concern. You should go down and prepare to go to the border. Military aircraft is no small matter. You'd better put more thought into it and go when you have time." Please teach your uncle Wang Ziteng, he will teach you how to be a good food security officer. Okay, you step back."

"Yes, Wei Chen retire."

After being punished to kneel for a long time, Jia Lian's knees were a little numb, but he didn't dare to express it at all. Just like when he came in, he cautiously exited the South Study Room.

(End of this chapter)