Jinyi champion

Zhu Hao would not agree to be Yang Shen's informant, but before parting, Zhu Hao still told Yang Shen a piece of news.

"...Zhang Bingyong will probably arrive in the capital before His Majesty's tour. It is unknown who will participate in the ceremony, or whether Huang Gongxian and Zhang Bingyong will attend together."

Zhang Cong is going to the capital soon.

Yang Shen knew that there was someone like Zhang Cong, but he obviously despised him very much. A guy who had just passed the Jinshi examination for less than three years, was not from the Hanlin Academy system, and ranked low among the Jinshi on the same list, even if he was the first to advocate big ceremony, But what appeal does this kind of person who relies on gaining power have in the court?

When Zhu Hao got home, he heard that Zhang Cong had arrived in the capital, and he was trying to contact him everywhere, and even went to Sixianju to find someone by himself.

Zhang Cong's desire for fame far exceeds that of ordinary people, or Zhang Cong feels that since he has made great efforts in the matter of the ceremony, he should get what he deserves.

Zhu Hao did not go to Sixianju to meet Zhang Cong immediately, but sent someone to invite Zhang Cong from Sixianju to the nearest teahouse.

"Mr. Zhu."

When Zhang Cong saw Zhu Hao, his face was full of respect, perhaps because he asked for something, and he spoke in a very sincere tone.

Zhu Hao was not as anxious as Zhang Cong, he motioned for the other party to sit down and drink tea before talking in detail.

Zhang Cong said: "... I am rushing all the way down, for fear of delaying your Majesty's affairs. When I came to the capital, I heard that Huang Butang of the Nanhu Department was appointed by Your Majesty as a Hanlin Bachelor."

Zhu Hao asked with a smile: "Come to the capital? It just happened today, when did you hear about it?"

"This……"

Zhang Cong hesitated.

Probably he also had some precautions against Zhu Hao in his heart, but now the situation forced him to trust Zhu Hao, after all he had to count on Zhu Hao to recommend him.

"It's just today... There are more rumors that His Majesty will discuss the ceremony tomorrow, or that Huang Butang will come forward to debate with the people in the Ministry of Rites...During the time I was in Nanjing, I sorted out and summarized many situations. If you can contribute to His Majesty, I hope Mr. Zhu can recommend it on your behalf."

Zhang Cong didn't hide it either.

In the previous ceremony, the idea of ​​"succession and not succession" was proposed by Zhu Hao, but after all, it was Zhang Cong who officially came forward, so what's the matter with Huang Zan?

Now that Huang Zan was suddenly appointed as a Hanlin scholar, Zhang Cong felt that he had been robbed of the fruits of victory. Huang Zan could not bear the fame that was at his fingertips.

Zhu Haodao: "Brother Bingyong, as the Young Minister of Dali Temple in Nanjing, it will not be easy to participate in the ceremony and win more support, right? Even if it doesn't work out, the impact on your official career alone will be great. I'm afraid it's not too small."

"This...you don't need to worry about Mr. Zhu. I've already made mental preparations to succeed or be benevolent, and I'm willing to do my best for His Majesty."

Zhang Cong spoke beautifully, but he still exposed his eagerness for quick success.

Zhu Hao smiled and said, "But the problem is, His Majesty needs such a person to come forward to discuss the ceremony."

"what?"

Zhang Cong looked puzzled.

Zhu Haodao: "Actually, there are some things that I didn't explain clearly to you. His Majesty called you back to Beijing, and is going to let you enter the Imperial Academy as a student in the Imperial Academy, and assist Bachelor Huang to master the affairs of the Ming Dynasty. As long as you cooperate sincerely, aren't you the best?" Is it a combination? Or, Brother Bingyong, do you think everything should be dominated by you?"

Zhu Hao's question was very sharp.

I gave a sweet date, and at the same time stopped Zhang Cong's ambition.

Tell Zhang Cong clearly that the emperor is about to appoint you to serve as an imperial servant, you are not satisfied, are you?But the question is, how many people have dreamed of the position of being a servant of the Imperial Academy?I'm not even Zhu Hao now, why do you dislike me?
Or did you feel from the very beginning that you can become a Hanlin scholar when you come up, and the emperor should base everything on your opinion?
You probably forgot, who proposed the details of the initial ceremony?

I haven't fought for it yet, what are you jumping about?
Zhang Cong naturally felt a lot of unwillingness in his heart, but he couldn't feel that he was being tricked by the emperor or Zhu Hao.

Different from history, Zhang Cong at that time was almost the initiator and manipulator behind the Daliyi. When the emperor called him to the capital, there was no one available for the Daliyi. That's why Jiajing forcibly appointed Zhang Cong and Gui Calyx is a Hanlin bachelor...

But now with the existence of Zhu Hao, the emperor has a lot more choices. With Huang Zan, the highly respected Minister of the Nanjing Household Department, why does the emperor use you Zhang Cong?

You, Zhang Cong, are just a follower who obeys Zhu Hao's orders. Now it's a great honor for you to be an imperial servant. Why are you so picky?
Zhang Cong said: "Then... what are you going to do next?"

Unwilling to return, but now Zhu Hao's expression is also reasonable, he can only accept his fate.

Zhu Hao said with a smile: "Your Majesty will go on tour tomorrow, and you will probably accompany him as a new imperial servant. When you arrive in the city, don't express too much opinion, just be responsible for attracting firepower for Xueshi Huang... I mean, let others pay attention to you." The focus is on you, and at critical times, let Xueshi Huang perform."

"This……"

Zhang Cong was already very depressed, but after hearing Zhu Hao's words, he felt even more depressed.

Thinking in my heart, wouldn't I become a wedding dress for others?
"Brother Bingyong, do you have concerns?"

Zhu Hao asked with concern.

Zhang Cong said: "Mr. Zhu, dare to ask, if Huang Butang performed well at the ceremony tomorrow... it should be the result of a secret plan between you and Mr. Tang. In this way, will he...not just stay in the Imperial Academy?" In the position of a bachelor? If it is feasible...will you join the cabinet?"

Zhu Hao smiled and shook his head.

Some questions seemed clear, and Zhu Hao didn't need to answer them.

You, Zhang Cong, already have this kind of consciousness, what else should I explain to you?
Zhang Cong sighed: "It seems that I can only hope that Huang Butang can compete with the Confucians tomorrow and show some performance."

These words showed that he had no confidence in Huang Zan.

Zhu Hao knew that Zhang Cong would definitely be unwilling to let Zhang Cong play a supporting role tomorrow. At that time, Zhang Cong would try his best to express himself. The emperor said that he could speak freely on the issue of the ceremony tomorrow, and anyone could speak out. Zhang Cong Definitely will take the chance.

"Brother Bingyong, you've been exhausted from the journey, and I'm afraid you're very sleepy. Go back and rest now... Keep your energy up, and you'll have the energy to face the complicated situation tomorrow." Zhu Hao said.

"Then can you... go to see His Majesty first?"

Zhang Cong made a request.

Zhu Hao directly refused: "No, I seldom meet the Holy Spirit recently. Your Majesty is busy with state affairs, so it depends on the timing when I go out of the palace. Tomorrow I will not go out of the city. Only Mr. Tang will come to the debate site in person. If you have any questions, brother Bingyong, please contact me directly." Mr. Tang can discuss it."

"Then... that's it."

Zhang Cong still couldn't hide the regret on his face.

……

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The grand ceremony has entered the actual debate, and people from all sides are making careful preparations.

Zhu Hao went to meet the last person he could see before the debate that night... Tang Yin.

"...I didn't want to go, but I was insisted on attending. I really don't know what you guys think."

Tang Yin complained as soon as he came up.

Zhu Hao said with a smile: "You are not allowed to come forward, but you have always supervised the construction of trains and railways. If you don't go, who will you go to? Besides, you are a legal person."

"What do you mean legal person?" Tang Yin frowned.

Here at Zhu Hao, Tang Yin can always come into contact with some new terms.

Zhu Hao didn't answer, and changed the subject: "Sir, I went to see Zhang Bingyong just now, and he seems to have some opinions about his failure to become a Hanlin Bachelor... I told him clearly that His Majesty let him enter the Imperial Academy as a servant. Read, let him go with you to attend the ceremony outside the city tomorrow."

Tang Yindao: "He has become a servant of the Imperial Academy, why is he dissatisfied? I don't think Zhang Bingyong is the kind of person who will do whatever it takes to achieve his goals!"

Zhu Hao asked in surprise, "Sir, do you really appreciate him?"

"cut!"

Tang Yin made a disdainful sound from the corner of his mouth, and gave Zhu Hao a blank look.

It probably means, does it matter whether I appreciate it or not?
Is there any practical significance?
From what you say, you seem to be jealous, but who doesn't know that you like to put on a show?Interested in pretending?
"Sir, to tell you the truth, Your Majesty's preliminary plan for increasing the number of Hanlin bachelors is to add two people. And the original plan is to promote you and Zhang Bingyong by leapfrogging."

Zhu Hao was outspoken.

Tang Yin couldn't help but fell into deep thought when he heard the words.

"As for Mr. Huang, I was more likely to recommend it. There was also Mr. Huang who was in contact with Prince Xing's Mansion when he was in Huguang. That's why His Majesty entrusted him with such a heavy responsibility." Zhu Hao said.

Tang Yin shook his head: "In my opinion, His Majesty listens to you more. If you recommend Zhang Bingyong instead of Huang Xueshi, then Zhang Bingyong must be a Hanlin scholar."

Zhu Hao smiled, but did not answer.

that is the truth.

What Zhu Hao said to Zhang Cong was that I helped you win an Imperial Academy attendant, but the actual situation is that Zhu Hao deliberately suppressed Zhang Cong. Zhang Cong could have been a Hanlin Bachelor, but he was dropped several levels abruptly. , became a Hanlin attendant.

From the Shaoqing of Dali Temple in Nanjing to the Imperial Academy, there is no actual promotion in the traditional dispatch of official positions.

Of course, entering the Hanlin Academy by itself is the greatest gift of the emperor.

Tang Yin asked: "Then just add Xueshi Huang now? Do you... have other arrangements?"

Zhu Hao said: "Sir, if you are allowed to become a Hanlin Bachelor, are you interested?"

"No."

Tang Yin refused very simply, "Don't mention this matter again."

"Well, who do you want to recommend, sir? I mean, apart from me and Zhang Bingyong!" Zhu Hao asked seriously.

Tang Yin was taken aback.

Now it's his turn to recommend?
Tang Yin thought for a while, his brows gradually frowned, and his face became dark: "Jingdao, what arrangements do you have, just mention it to His Majesty yourself, don't involve me in everything, okay? I'm in Hanlin It’s already very good to have an errand in the courtyard... Don’t tell me, this year is my doom, and it’s better than doing anything else to let me pass the doom. I have no one to offer.”

Zhu Hao said with a smile: "Then what do you think, let Yang Yongxiu be an Imperial scholar?"

Tang Yin glared at Zhu Hao again, and said, "Are you going to plot against someone else's family repair? I want to remind you that he is a Hanlin bachelor, and he will restrict you a lot when it comes to discussing etiquette."

Zhu Hao said: "Even if he doesn't become a Hanlin Bachelor, it will have a great influence on the Daliyi. Let him become a Hanlin Bachelor, do you think I am harming him? I am clearly protecting him!"

These words surprised Tang Yin again.