The Reborn Duke of Ming Dynasty

loyalty.This sentence has been passed down through the ages because of the loyalty and bravery of Lord Yue.Let countless future generations be regarded as role models.But this sentence does not only apply to generals.The same is true for civil servants.

So-called.Learn literary and martial arts.Goods and the emperor's house.How ironic this sentence seems today.How ridiculous and ignorant.But at this time.No.in China's thousands of years of history.This is an unchanging truth.Countless people are following the content of this sentence in order to be able to get ahead.

But then what.Learned.After entering the official career.Now that you are already in the house of the emperor.Then something should be done.The businessman also understands the principle of treating customers with sincerity and honesty.You read books.People who understand the truth don't understand it.Received money from others.Naturally, it is necessary to eliminate disasters for others.

But just like doing business, there are also integrity and profiteers.Being an official is also divided into corrupt officials and treacherous officials.There are very few good officials who can truly serve the country and the people.And to the Ming and Qing Dynasties.This kind of person has become a rare commodity.

It's just that Zhang Fan didn't expect it.There was such a person sitting in front of him.

think carefully.Ge Shouli is indeed for the court.A good official who thinks of the people of the world.At the beginning of his official career.Be the head of the Ministry of War first.But it didn't take long to change the Ministry of Rites.then.Many close branches of the palace wanted to seal the matter.More bribes to officials of the Ministry of Rites.Later, it was found that there were more than [-] taels of dirty silver in bribes.However, only Ge Shouli's name was not included.From this, Emperor Jiajing knew that Ge Shouli was honest.After that, he was promoted many times.

Maybe someone will say.Ge Shouli is not greedy because he doesn't have the need.After all, his family has a lot of money.There is no need to do that.

This is not bad.But notice.The briber at the time.All of them are people related to the palace.Although these people are just branches.But they are definitely people who can talk to the princes of the various houses.The officials of the Ministry of Rites took their bribes.Helped them with things.The other party will definitely be grateful to him.At that time, as long as I can help them say a few words.That can be regarded as a capital to climb up.

But Ge Shouli didn't do that.

The imperial court and cabinet fought each other.Regardless of those two people.Almost every time there is a lot of trouble.Whether it is a censor or a courtier.Or officials from all over the world who can speak up.It's all about the performance, impeachment, and discussion.All of a sudden.Memorials flocked from all over the world.It's dizzying.

But Ge Shouli would not.He will never engage in any practice of fighting and mutual impeachment.Back then when Xu Jie was fighting Gao Gong.How dire the situation is.many people.Even many people who claim to be on the neutral side.It is also involuntarily involved in it.Play impeachment.But Ge Shouli was the only one.Unmoved.Never had an opinion on it.at last.Because this part of him is moving.Instead, it attracted the attacks of many people.For this reason, he had no choice but to ask to go home temporarily.It's just that the emperor didn't allow it.

"Zhang Fan really admires Mr. Ge's integrity." Zhang Fan clasped his fists and said. "It's just that Zhang Fan doesn't know. Mr. Ge is now..."

"The old man knows what you're going to say." Ge Shouli said. "Since the old man has been silent for decades, why is it now? But I can't help it anymore. I want to stand up and speak."

Zhang Fan didn't speak.It is a default of its own problem.

"Oh..." He sighed again.Ge Shouli said. "The old man has swallowed his anger for decades. He never said a word. The reason is that he doesn't want to aggravate the already chaotic situation. But now, look. How much better the situation is. Master Zhang My lord is fighting against Gao Gong. Although it is not yet the time for a formal duel, the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty have no intention of governing the court. They just act like common people all day long. Watching it. Going on like this...

"The old man thought about it for a long time. Only then did he make this decision. Wanting to end this battle is actually no different from fighting. The so-called long-term pain is worse than short-term pain. That's what it means."

Hearing what Ge Shouli said.Zhang Fan understood completely in his heart.The reason why Ge Shouli chose to join the battle at this time.In order to quickly end this dispute.As for why he chose to side with Zhang Fan and Zhang Juzheng.Zhang Fan also understood something in his heart.

Let's be realistic.Inside these two parties.Zhang Juzheng still has some thoughts for the country and the people.Even if his reform policy has not been made public yet.However, the ministers at the top and bottom of the court are in their usual style.There is always something to be seen.And the high arch side.Now it seems a bit unreasonable.

Now Gao Gong is leading a party of people.For no rights.Because Gao Gong has obtained huge rights now.No need to fight about it anymore.Gao Gong Yidang is doing it now.It's just attacking political opponents.It is not for any long-term interests or great goals.It is purely to consolidate the position of one faction.

Ge Shouli was naturally able to see this situation clearly.That's why he made this decision.I want to end this dispute as soon as possible.But Gao Gong must not be complacent.If Gao Gong wins once.In the future, another character like Yan Song may appear.This can be troublesome.

"In that case." Zhang Fan looked at Ge Shouli and said. "Master Ge has made up his mind. He wants to help Zhang Fan."

"Exactly. The old man really doesn't want to see the court go on like this." Ge Shouli said.Seeing that Zhang Fan was about to speak.He hurried on. "However, I have one thing to say first. This time, the old man is just to make the court stabilize quickly. He didn't really join any faction. If there is any trouble in the future, Mr. Zhang or Lingshi. Old man I will definitely not speak out to help. And the old man will stand up and refute without any regard for affection."

Regarding Ge Shouli's remarks.I am afraid that most people will feel very uncomfortable after hearing this.But Zhang Fan was just one of those few people.He understood why Ge Shouli had such thoughts.But to say that Zhang Fan was not upset.That is also a lie.After all, Ge Shouli in front of him has clearly expressed his attitude.He is not for party-mass struggle.But for the overall situation of the court.For a person who may be against himself in the future.No matter who it is, I am afraid it will not be optimistic.

But at this moment, Zhang Fan had no way to refute Ge Shouli's words.first.Zhang Fa, you really need Ge Shouli's help now.Second.What Ge Shouli said.There is righteousness in it.It is simply impossible to refute.

"It's natural. Zhang Fan understands it in his heart." Zhang Fan agreed to his request.

"Since that's the case, the old man and Mr. Zhang are going to have some conversations." Seeing Zhang Fan, Ge Shouli agreed.Also no longer long-winded.Go straight to the topic.

"Lord Ge must already know. The purpose of Zhang Fan's visit to your residence this time." Zhang Fan said.

"But because of what happened in the court this morning." Ge Shouli asked. "Master Zhang is not present today. But the old man is among them. Everything that happened in the court today. The old man has seen everything. It is much clearer than Master Zhang listening to people's narration."

"Then how does Master Ge view this matter?" Zhang Fan wanted to find out Ge Shouli's tone first.

Ge Shouli naturally understood what Zhang Fan meant.But he didn't mean to hide anything.He said directly: "The matter is now very obvious. Since Mr. Li has stood up and refuted Gao Gong, it can only explain one thing. Mr. Li is really tired. He doesn't want to stay in the court any longer."

"In this way, Mr. Ge means that Mr. Li's withdrawal from the cabinet is already inevitable." Zhang Fan asked.

"What is inevitable or not?" Ge Shouli said. "Master Li actually had the idea of ​​retreating as early as when His Majesty first ascended the throne. It's just that His Majesty forbade it. This is what made him stay. But now, the situation is very different. Master Li refuted it The matter of Gao Gong. In fact, it is not a big deal. But Gao Gong's people just produced the memorial to impeach him on the spot. This is different.

"Not to mention that he himself planned to resign and go back to his hometown. Those under Gao Gong's henchmen will never let go of such an opportunity. You don't have to wait too long. If Mr. Zhang asks Feng Bao now, he will definitely You will know that there are probably a lot of papers about the impeachment of Mr. Li in the Supervisor of Rituals."

Zhang Fan could figure out this situation without asking.

"Since that's the case, Master Li's resignation is a foregone conclusion. Speaking of which, isn't there a position in the cabinet that is vacant?" Zhang Fan said.

"I'm afraid this is the purpose of Mr. Zhang coming to the old man's house this time." Ge Shouli said with a smile.

"I'm not going to hide it from Mr. Ge. Zhang Fan did it for this." Zhang Fan didn't feel the embarrassment of being knocked out at all.Straight up. "Master Ge thinks. Who can take on this important task."

Seeing that Zhang Fan didn't care.Ge Shouli also stopped joking.Seriously thought about it.Said. "If the ministers of the DPRK and China were to be elected fairly, I am afraid that many people would have the qualifications. But now it seems that Gao Gong is bound to win that position."

Zhang Fan saw Ge Shouli say so.Then he asked: "If Mr. Ge can persuade those who don't like to talk very much to help..."

"Then as long as someone has this qualification, he will definitely join the cabinet." Ge Shouli continued. "But I don't know anyone who has been so lucky."

Zhang Fan saw that Ge Shouli was not hypocritical.Instead, he answered his question with great confidence.He no longer intends to go around the corner.He answered directly: "Gao Yi. I don't know what Master Ge thinks."