Han Zuo Gaomen

Chapter 517
With the construction of Taicheng, the popularity is gradually recovering.Although relatively speaking, Tai Chen's workload is much lighter than that of local officials, but according to the regulations, Tai Chen must live and work in Tai City. If he is absent for a long time and does not show up in Tai City, he will always be criticized, or Is sick and retired, or negligence.

Therefore, when the living environment in Taicheng improved, the officials of Taicheng also rushed back one after another, more and more pedestrians were on the road, and the vitality was also restored.

Because Wen Qiao had suffered a stroke a long time ago, and his level was also placed there, he was eligible to ride a walking chariot in Taicheng.Shen Zhezi followed behind his chariot with his hands down, like a small follower.On the road, when they met those Taiwanese ministers who were passing through the various government offices, they all stopped and worshiped the Shang Shuling one after another.

But soon, Wen Qiao discovered that compared to him, the minister, it seemed that the little follower behind him was more popular in Taicheng.Others walked in front of him, although their attitudes were very respectful, they retreated after saluting.But halfway through the journey, Shen Zhezi had already gathered more than a dozen ministers, most of whom were young people, chatting and laughing happily behind him.

Wen Qiao hadn't completely let go of Shen Zhezi at first, but when he saw so many people gathered around him, and the appearance of huddling and embracing him was quite eye-catching, he couldn't help feeling a little dissatisfied in his heart.He waved his hands to make the servants stop, turned his head and snorted coldly: "The imperial court selects talents and appoints them, and the salary is for support. Is it just to make you laugh and wander around in Taicheng?"

Hearing Shang Shuling's reprimand, everyone fell silent.Shen Zhezi also knew that Wen Qiao was still at odds in his heart at the moment, and it was too late to provoke him again, so he bowed to everyone and said, "When I enter Taiwan today, I will live here for a long time. I will meet you all when I have free time."

When everyone heard this, they all showed expressions of surprise or joy. There was so much commotion in the Shen Garden, and there was no lack of speculation in their hearts whether Shen Zhezi would have a chance to work on stage. They didn't expect to come today. Moreover, Shang Shuling personally accompanied me.This treatment is really enviable to others.

Although they had different thoughts, they all went forward to congratulate and agreed to meet again in the future, and then they all dispersed to find relatives and friends to inform the news.The son-in-law is about to fulfill his duties and become an official, which is not a big news in Taicheng.

After dealing with these people, Shen Zhezi took a few steps to catch up, and saw Wen Qiao sitting on the chariot looking at him with a smile on his face: "I thought you had caused too much turmoil, so To show the public, I didn't expect that I was acquainted. It turns out that you also have a lot of friends in Taiwan, and you have a lot of acquaintances!"

"It's better to protect Duke Wen a little bit more, don't dare to get carried away."

Although Shen Zhezi is respectful on his lips, he is full of slander in his heart. He is more popular than you, what can you do?Xintai City has been repaired for you, no matter how you say it, it should be more popular than Wen Qiao who lost everything and was detained waiting for friends to redeem the money.

Fortunately, Wen Qiao didn't hear Shen Zhezi's heartfelt voice, but only ordered: "Follow me to the Tai Pavilion first, and later your family will send the imperial edict to read, and then go to the government to take up the post."

Shen Zhezi nodded, and followed obediently.This time, he was careful not to make too much publicity, even if someone greeted him, he just nodded in response and didn't say much.But as the news of his entry into Taiwan spread, more and more people came out of the official office, wanting to see what happened.

So on the way to Shangshutai, Wen Qiao was blessed by Shen Zhezi and enjoyed a welcome treatment in the lane.But he couldn't be happy, he didn't expect that this kid just entered Taicheng, and he caused such a big commotion.Yu Tan didn't even show up, but he personally escorted him. In the eyes of others, it was unavoidable that there were some marks, and even the rumor that he supported Shen Zhezi and caused Shen Yuan to cause this disturbance was confirmed.

This time, not only did they not vent their anger, but they were first beaten up by Princess Xingnan in the princess mansion, and then they added their own injustice on the way home. One can imagine Wen Qiao's mood.So after returning to the official office, he just pointed to one of the doors and said, "Go in and sit quietly, don't bother me if you have nothing to do!"

When Shen Zhezi heard this, he really felt wronged. He didn't have the heart to bother Wen Qiao. He just came back and hadn't had time to rest for two days before being dragged into Taicheng. He was not happy!
As the most important administrative office in Taicheng, Shangshutai is also very large in scale, even accounting for nearly one-third of the entire Taicheng!It's not that Wen Qiao wants to put such a big picture, but because Shangshutai divides Cao Zhi's affairs, and nearly half of Taicheng is almost under its jurisdiction in terms of regulation.

The branches of Shangshutai also increased or decreased with the times, from the most basic six branches to twenty or thirty branches.Until the Sui and Tang Dynasties, it was merged into six departments. As for the other branches, they were all divided into six departments.

The change of power at Shangshutai can also be called a counterattack history. Originally, it was only a subordinate official belonging to the Shaofu, responsible for managing the atlas of laws and regulations. Later, in the Eastern Han Dynasty, the political affairs were gradually collected and used by the emperor to divide power among the three princes. highest executive branch.

But in the Wei and Jin Dynasties, Shangshutai was too big to lose, and became the object that the emperor needed to beware of.Then there was Zhongshu in charge of the imperial edict, which was used to restrain Shangshutai.But in the Southern Dynasties, even Zhongshu became the object to be guarded against, so there was a secret of the poor family.

Therefore, the evolution of the ancient political structure is really interesting. Shangshu, Zhongshu, and secretary were all close servants. In order to concentrate power in his own hands, the emperor promoted these courtiers who were easy to control, but soon these courtiers gained power. After that, they all stood on the opposite side of the imperial power one after another, which seemed to be an unsolvable cycle.

Shen Zhezi was not lonely in the Shangshutai for too long. Not long after he sat down, Yu Tiao hurried over. After entering the door, he pointed at Shen Zhezi and laughed, "Wei Zhou can't escape from the net at last. , From now on, I will be a follower of Taichung."

Shen Zhezi also laughed when he heard this. Although there are not many restrictions on officials nowadays, there are still some after all.For a person like Yu Tiao who is rich and powerful, entering Taicheng to take up an official position really has no reason to put a layer of shackles on himself, which is far worse than being free when he is in the wild.

From this perspective, the reclusive style of Ruan Ji and Ji Kang at the beginning of the Wei, Jin and Middle Dynasties could be said to be escaping from corruption, but later on, it was more about being rich and lazy.

After Yu Tiao sat down, he said with emotion: "However, a great talent like Wei Zhou should have been in charge long ago. It is a pity for the common people to be idle for a long time."

Although Shen Zhezi had heard all kinds of compliments, Yu Tiao still felt a little ashamed when he said this. He has already been used since he has not been crowned this year. Those who are still waiting for the appointment in the Ministry of Officials really don't know what to say.

Yu Tiao is also working right now, but he just came over for a quick meeting, and agreed to hold a banquet for Shen Zhezi in Shangshutai to celebrate at night, and then returned to his official office.

Next, Shen Zhezi met Ji You, Xie Shang, and others here again. It can be said that there was an endless stream of visitors, and between welcoming and sending them off, one could feel the gaze of Wen Qiao's faint eyes in the distance.

After staying in the Shangshutai for more than an hour, the family members sent the imperial edict and reading, so Shen Zhezi bid farewell to Wen Qiao.

Although Wen Qiao was already impatient with Shen Zhezi using his official office as a reception room, he still let him in and told him: "The stage is no different than others, and there are many people who are paying attention. Remember to stop talking and doing as you used to. I know you The ambition is not in the center, but since you have returned to Taiwan, it’s good to put on a show and don’t jump too far. There may be admonitions from the Taibao, just listen patiently.”

These can be regarded as prudent words, Shen Zhezi nodded earnestly to show that he is taught.But Wen Qiao had already learned about this guy's ability to act obediently and secretly, and he didn't have much trust in him anymore. After speaking, he waved his hands and said, "Get out, get out!"

Shen Zhezi laughed, and then went out.Just after leaving the official office of Shangshutai, he saw Yuan Danzheng standing by the road as if waiting for him, so he hurried over.

"Hearing that the son-in-law has entered Taiwan in accordance with the imperial edict, the Tai Bao specially asked me to come and guide the son-in-law."

Yuan Dan took a step forward and said with a smile.In his heart, he felt that Shen Zhezi occupied his official career, and at the same time caused Xie Shang to renounce him. He had no lack of resentment in his heart, but he could always maintain a peaceful atmosphere after meeting.

"Although I'm not in Taicheng, I still have a lot of contacts. Brother He Laoyan welcomes me personally!"

Shen Zhezi also expressed his gratitude, and asked his family to hand over a copy of the book as a gift. This is also a customary rule in Taichung. Newly appointed officials should give Shangguan and colleagues a meeting gift.As for what gifts to give, it also varies from person to person, some are ordinary objects, and some simply give money.

Yuan Dan didn't intend to accept the gift at first, but when his eyes fell on the picture book, his expression changed. He couldn't say the words of rejection, and murmured: "It's actually the seal of Wei Taibao. This gift is too precious. I just accept the order To guide the son-in-law, I am truly ashamed!"

"I also do as the Romans do when I enter the country, brother Yan Dao, don't shirk anymore."

Wei Guan was a great calligrapher in China and North Korea, and many people learned his brushwork at that time. Although a lot of his brushwork has flowed to Jiangdong, most of them are cherished and kept secret, so they are also very precious.In the early years, Shen Zhezi went to the capital to seduce Ji Kuang, and searched through both Eastern and Western schools in the capital before finding Wei Guan's authentic work.But now Li Chong, who has learned all about Wei's true biography, is his guest, so he doesn't think it's so strange.

What's more, there is a future scholar in his family who often comes and goes as a clerk. Wei Guan's authentic works can be used as gifts in Taicheng, which is enough for the sender and recipient.

After accepting the other party's gift, Yuan Dan couldn't be too distant anymore, and his conversation became closer. He walked with Shen Zhezi and said with a smile: "Although the imperial edict of Taichung has already been released, it has been a long time since the son-in-law came. Waiting for the servants of the government has been waiting for a long time."

(End of this chapter)