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Chapter 447 Di Pangpang returned to Beijing, the people rejoiced, and the Buddhism was depressed

"came back!"

Di Renjie stood at the bow of the boat with his belly upright, watching the familiar scenery of Luoyang come into his eyes, and showed a friendly smile.

This time when he was in charge of Jiangnan, he quelled bandit chaos, curbed prostitutes, and managed the water transportation in an orderly manner. Therefore, he was granted the post of Jiangnan Road Transit Envoy. An upstart with a lot of attention, and even a strong contender for the position of future prime minister.

Di Renjie didn't know that in this year in history, he had just been transferred from Bingzhou to the capital, and gradually stood out step by step, until he had accumulated a lot of money, but also because of his advanced age, he had only been a prime minister for four years. Then die.

At this time, Di Renjie is very clear that at his current age, he has come to this point, and he should do a lot in the future, and he should contribute to this prosperous world and welcome the arrival of the prosperous Tang Dynasty!
In comparison, Ming Chongyan standing next to him did not have such a grand layout. He was also very happy, thinking that his Taoist robe could be taken off and replaced with an expensive scarlet robe.

Just as he was happily thinking about being promoted, Di Renjie's voice came: "Chongyan, there are more boats coming and going in Beishi, and the pier seems to be much empty. What's going on?"

Ming Chongyan was well-informed and said with a smile: "This is an order from His Majesty. On the basis of the Beishi and Nanshi, the West Market has been opened, and many shops have been moved there. The Beishi is more orderly as a water transport terminal. "

Di Renjie said: "Your Majesty is wise, goods from various prefectures are imported into the Eastern Capital, and business is flourishing. The original two squares and cities are indeed not enough, as it should be."

Ming Chongyan praised: "Your Majesty also ordered Ding Li to dredge the river from the east to Guanzhong. Once the river is unimpeded, Guanzhong will not have to worry about rice and grain being unsustainable. This is also due to Di Gong's rectification of the south of the Yangtze River, which greatly increased the water transportation. Thanks to you!"

Di Renjie said with a smile: "Chong Yan is absurd. Although the south of the Yangtze River is an important place for water transport, the eastern capital is the world's largest. Next, Cao Si will use work as a substitute to organize the young and strong around Heluo who have no land to cultivate. Providing them with livelihood security and preventing Ding Li from being idle is the long-term consideration..."

The two discussed the development of Cao Si, and Ming Chongyan listened carefully and benefited a lot.

Di Renjie was also willing to teach. After he went to Jiangnan, he made sure that Ming Chongyan was one of his own as soon as he came into contact with him. No wonder Liu Lang dared to entrust him with confidence. It was indeed because of Ming Chongyan's protection that he was able to save himself from danger several times.

However, Di Renjie didn't like the organization of Plum Blossom Internal Guard very much, and he knew that this road would not end well. Seeing Ming Chongyan's intention to jump out, he naturally reciprocated and offered to give him a hand.

The two of them chatted, and the boat officially sailed into the moored inner pool soon. From a distance, they could see the chubby Qiu Shenji and the taller and taller Shangguan Wan'er waiting by the pier.

After all, Ming Chongyan was still the Deputy Chief of the Plum Blossom Internal Guard, at this time he deliberately avoided, and disappeared without a trace.

Seeing Di Renjie, whom he hadn't seen for a long time, Qiu Shenji greeted him with a big smile, and Wan'er, who was wearing a veil, happily called out, "Uncle Di! Uncle Di!"

When Di Renjie stepped down from the deck, he felt the joy of reuniting after a long absence, and Qiu Shenji even waved his hand: "I have already arranged the best banquet in West Market, to welcome Huaiying away! Let's go!"

Di Renjie got on the horse with a smile, and headed towards the popular West Market.

Seeing passers-by on the street along the way, all of them were smiling and beaming, and Di Renjie couldn't help being curious: "Is this a big happy event?"

Qiu Shenji's voice was excited: "Of course it's a great event. The king who conquered Silla is about to return to the imperial court and offer his captives to the saints. Liu Lang is also coming back!"

Wan'er said proudly: "Master and Old General Liu destroyed Silla, and now their reputation is being praised in the streets and alleys!"

Di Renjie said sincerely: "Although Silla is a small country, it has always been obsessed with the Tang Dynasty, and has the heart to embezzle Korea and Baekje. The destruction of it this time is indeed to cut off the disaster and boost people's hearts!"

Thinking back to the early days of the Gaozong Dynasty, it can be said that the military exploits were great, and the four barbarians surrendered. The disastrous defeat in Dafeichuan became a turning point. The four towns of Anxi were dismissed, and the commercial roads in the Western Regions were not smooth. Even a small country like Silla dared to give birth to a heart of disobedience.

Fortunately, Tubo was suppressed later, and Tuyuhun was restored. Now Silla is destroyed, all Liaodong is taken over, and it has returned to its former prosperity. Every Tang person is honored.

But then, Di Renjie noticed the monks walking hurriedly on the street with a calm expression, and asked strangely, "What's wrong with them?"

Wan'er rolled her eyes, while Qiu Shenji said calmly, "It's those Silla Buddhist temples that strongly demand to bear taxes and corvees. Now it has been initially implemented in Jilin Road Governor's Mansion. Now the temples are scolding them as enemies of Buddha. It is said that there are still many of them. The eminent monk is going to Jilin Road to discuss the Dharma with him."

Qiu Shenji still believes in Buddhism so far. Even with a lot of blood on his hands, he believes that the Buddha will approve of his punishment of rape and evil. If there is a conflict between Buddhism and the secular world, he will naturally side with Buddhism, but the Buddhist forces in the two places are fighting , That's internal disputes, he doesn't bother to care about it.

Thinking that Liu Lang obviously didn't like Buddhism, and seeing Wan'er's snickering appearance, Di Renjie knew it, and couldn't help laughing: "Buddhist temples actually take the initiative to pay taxes. This is a great merit for the country and the people!"

Wan'er nodded again and again: "Yes, yes!"

In an atmosphere where the people were jubilant and the Buddhism was depressed, the three arrived in West Market.

"Hongnong Yang's Shanggufang encountered bandits and was killed cleanly. Both the Ministry of Justice and Dali Temple were helpless, so they threw the case to the inner guards. In the end, they couldn't find any clues, and they couldn't even catch a single suspect. It's not like Liu Lang is caught in a group, and if this continues, the inner prison will almost be empty..."

Qiu Shenji was complaining about the big case that happened recently, but Wan'er looked in all directions, but said in a low voice: "Uncle Qiu, Uncle Di, the servant is at the front."

Qiu Shenji's expression darkened when he heard this, and Di Renjie also looked over.

Surrounded in the middle not far away was indeed Lai Heng, one of the five prime ministers appointed by the late emperor as an auxiliary minister.

But compared to the glorious past, Lai Heng is now in low spirits and exhausted. It was not until he was reminded by people around him that there was a deep hatred on his ashen face, and he gritted his teeth and looked over: "Di Huai Britain!"

Di Renjie looked at him calmly, neither avoiding nor sarcasm, but this kind of equal staring, in Lai Heng's view, was already the greatest harm.

These two people had no relationship before, and Lai Heng was superior, his father was a close friend of Emperor Sui Yang, his elder brother was the prime minister of this dynasty, and he was also a prime minister, so he didn't look down on Di Renjie and other local county captains.

As a result, the mess he left in Jiangnan was finally settled by Di Renjie, and it was done extremely beautifully. There is no greater hatred in the officialdom than this.

Different political opinions are likely to seek common ground while reserving differences. This kind of ability comparison of superiority and inferiority makes Laiheng lose all face, and there is no room for relaxation.

At this time, it can be said that the enemy was extremely jealous when they met. Seeing that the other party was about to come over with red eyes, Qiu Shenji snorted coldly, took a step forward, and glared at him fiercely: "I see who dares to disturb my happy event to greet my friend!"

Lai Heng's heart trembled, and the disciples and old officials around him even faintly dispersed, and finally all retreated to the side.

Di Renjie was quite surprised, while Wan'er explained with a smile: "Uncle Qiu is so majestic now, not only Guan Zhongxungui, but also these villains with evil intentions fear you like a tiger!"

Qiu Shenji grinned triumphantly, "Wan'er boasted so much that I'm ashamed. It's also this old man who is going to retire and return home. He thought he was a majestic prime minister. It's time for him to wake up!"

Di Renjie frowned slightly: "The servant is going to retire?"

Qiu Shenji pursed his lips and said, "I want to thank Your Majesty for his benevolence and allow him to step down with dignity. If we let our internal guards investigate, what he committed must have been dragged to the inner prison and hanged up!"

As the three of them talked, they entered the best restaurant of Xie's Chamber of Commerce in West Market, and took their seats. Seeing Di Renjie's serious expression, Qiu Shenji waved his hands, and turned around.

Di Renjie took a sip of good tea from the cup, moistened his throat, and asked, "I wonder who will succeed the servant when he retires?"

Qiu Shenji said: "I think that Huaiying's talent can be a chancellor!"

Di Renjie shook his head: "You can't say that, my qualifications are shallow, and I have been trusted by His Majesty as a transfer envoy, how can I be a prime minister?"

Qiu Shenji murmured: "I'm telling the truth, and I think Liu Lang can be the prime minister, but he is too young, Huaiying's age is just right!"

Wan'er analyzed: "Your Majesty is also hesitating. He couldn't find a suitable candidate for a while. In my humble opinion, Old General Liu may finally be reunited."

Di Renjie stroked his beard and sighed secretly: "Old General Liu is currently stabilizing the situation in Liaodong, so he is not a suitable candidate..."

Of the five auxiliary ministers appointed by Li Zhi, the other four are all very old, and Lai Heng is the youngest, but his ability and political methods are the worst.

This arrangement is very clever, it not only takes care of the veterans, but also makes it easier for Li Hong to replace his cronies after he stabilizes the government. Before Li Zhi died, he really paved the way for his son.

But now Li Hong didn't think about the successor, so he took down Heng. Obviously, he was too hasty. After all, when Heng came and went, there was no prime minister who could join the cabinet with prestige and qualifications in the south of the Yangtze River. The political situation will have a certain impact.

Di Renjie thought of this, and asked in a low voice: "How is the Queen Mother?"

Recently, the briefings sent by the high eunuchs and others in the palace reached Wan'er, and she immediately replied: "Since I learned that Zhou Guogong was beheaded at the front line, the Queen Mother has been shutting down the palace and spending her days in the Longevity Court."

Di Renjie was amazed, but anyone who knew a little about Empress Wu would not believe that she would be hit by the death of her nephew. Li Yan was not in Beijing, and it was a great opportunity to make trouble. How could he miss it?

Facing his questioning gaze, Qiu Shenji fell silent and sighed rarely.

Wan'er tremblingly said: "This time when the war against Silla started, His Majesty has been diligent in his administration. When the news of the great victory came back, His Majesty fell ill. Now his health is not as good as before. Recently, the morning court has also stopped, and all political affairs are in progress. Discussions in Zhenguan Hall..."

Di Renjie's hand holding the teacup trembled violently.

Is the most worrying thing going to happen?
(End of this chapter)