Daming talker

Chapter 679 Demonstration before leaving (asking for monthly ticket)

The next day, Wang Xiang, the Deputy Director of the Ministry of Personnel's Selection Department, came to the inner courtyard of the Ministry of Personnel and went straight to the main hall.

When Wang Tianguan saw Wang Xiangmeng, he immediately understood, "Tell me, what are Lin Jiuyuan's latest instructions?"

Yesterday I expressed my concerns about the situation to Lin Jiuyuan, and today Lin Jiuyuan will definitely make some arrangements.

Wang Xiangmeng did not hesitate to say, "Lin Jiuyuan told us that our Ministry of Personnel needs to do three things.

First, the imperial examination will be jointly presided over by the Minister of Personnel and the Left Censor-in-Chief, and will be presided over by the Ministry of Examination in the future, so as to avoid the phenomenon of high-level officials protecting unqualified officials and bickering with each other.

Second, Chen Yunjian was promoted to Deputy Director of the Ministry of Examination, and he was in charge of the affairs of the Ministry of Examination when Lin Jiuyuan was not in Beijing.

Third, I, Wang Xiangmeng, was promoted to the position of Langzhong of the Ministry of Literature. "

After listening to this, Wang Tianguan felt that the first item was just a system change, which was fine, but the second and third personnel changes made Wang Tianguan feel inexplicably familiar.

From the 12th year of Wanli to the 18th year of Wanli, the Qingliu forces fought against Yang Wei, the then official of the Ministry of Personnel, by firmly controlling the two core business departments, Wenxuansi and Kaogongsi.

Lin Tailai’s current approach seems to be exactly the same as that of the Qingliu forces back then.

But the Qingliu forces did this in order to fight against the Ministry of Personnel! And now he has no other intentions, why did Lin Tailai also make such a plan?

Thinking of this, Wang Tianguan said to Wang Xiangmeng very bluntly: "Could it be that Lin Jiuyuan no longer trusts me?"

Wang Xiangmeng didn't know how to explain it. He couldn't just tell Lin Jiuyuan to his face that he was worried that he might die at any time, right?

He could only think of a way out of the situation and said, "Lin Jiuyuan is afraid that you, the old prime minister, will become the focus of the imperial examination next year, and being besieged will affect your physical and mental health, so he is preparing for a rainy day and making arrangements in advance."

Wang Tianguan also knew that Lin Tailai did not have much time left, so he convened a departmental meeting that day to discuss these three tasks.

Liu Yukui, the left assistant minister of the Ministry of Personnel, questioned, "Is it necessary to change the imperial examination system?"

Wang Tianguan replied without even raising his eyelids: "This is to reassure someone. Otherwise, do you want someone to focus on the selection of Zuodu Yushi?"

If you don't let Lin Tailai feel safe, then Lin Tailai will have to do his best to stop Sun Pi Yang from becoming the Left Censor-in-Chief.

Liu Yukui then began to question the personnel adjustments in the Wenxuansi and Kaogongsi.

"Gu Xiancheng, the former deputy minister of the Ministry of Examination, was in mourning three years ago. Now that the mourning period is over, he will be reinstated.

If the officials of the Ministry of Personnel and the Ministry of Examination want to recruit someone, they should recruit Gu Xiancheng. "

From the perspective of reason and official rules, there is nothing wrong with what Liu Zuo Shilang said.

After the period of mourning is over, the official should theoretically be reinstated to his original position. If he cannot be reinstated, it must be to a position of similar rank.

This is the prevailing norm in the entire officialdom and is a guarantee and encouragement for "filial piety".

Therefore, before Gu Xiancheng's mourning period, he was a member of the Ministry of Examination. After the mourning period was over, he was assigned to the Ministry of Examination or the Ministry of Literature.

If the Ministry of Personnel wants to adjust the officials of the Ministry of Selection and the Ministry of Examination, it cannot bypass Gu Xiancheng.

It would be even more unreasonable to let Chen Yunjian, born in the 17th year of Wanli, skip Gu Xiancheng, born in the 8th year of Wanli and become the Deputy Director of the Ministry of Examination.

Facing Liu Yukui's doubts, Wang Tianguan said: "Liu Zuotang, you can rest assured. Gu Xiancheng will most likely not return to the court in the near future. You don't have to consider how to arrange for him for the time being."

Liu Yukui was puzzled, "Why do you say that?"

Gu Xiancheng had written to him previously, saying that he would come to Beijing as soon as Lin Tailai left the capital.

I wonder what basis Wang Tianguan has for saying that Gu Xiancheng will not return to the capital for the time being?

Then Wang Tianguan replied, "I heard from others that something might happen in Gu Xiancheng's family, making it difficult for him to escape.

For example, there may be a fire, a flood, a kidnapping of relatives or friends, or you may be involved in a land lawsuit.

With all these things weighing down Gu Xiancheng, he probably won't have the time to come to the capital for the time being."

Liu Yukui: “.”

Can the Ministry of Personnel be better? Can the Ming Dynasty be better?
Is this what a Minister of Personnel should say at an official meeting of the Ministry of Personnel?

That night, on another dark and windy night, the senior censor Qian Yiben sneaked into the Lin Mansion in Li Ge Lao Hutong again a year later.

What was different from a year ago was that this time Censor Qian came alone and did not appear at the same time as He Zhuo.

The opportunity exchanged for "The Goddess of Luo River" a year ago has now expired, so Censor Qian came today with the Tang Dynasty's "Five Oxen" to renew the old relationship.

Originally, Censor Qian felt guilty and thought that doing so was like drinking poison to quench thirst and was not a long-term solution.

But when Censor Qian discussed the matter with He Zhuo, He Zhuo made it clear that he could not stand the psychological torment and condemnation of being a double-dealer, and would not continue to do it after the opportunity expired this year.

Then He Zhuo also suggested selling the "Ladies with Flowers in Their Hairpins" he had in stock to Censor Qian.

So Qian Yushi, who originally wanted to withdraw, was shaken again. If He Zhuo withdrew, wouldn't this track be monopolized by him?

The consequence of monopolizing a track is that profits increase exponentially.

More importantly, Qian Yiben had already served as an imperial censor for two terms of six years. According to the rules of the censorship profession, he was considered a senior imperial censor and his official career was at a critical juncture.

No matter which path you choose next, you need to continue to build up your reputation as a censor from Lin Jiuyuan, while at the same time not being dismissed or demoted in retaliation.

Therefore, after comprehensive consideration and analysis of risks and benefits, Censor Qian sneaked into the Lin Mansion with the "Five Oxen Painting".

Lin Jinglie may leave Beijing at any time, so if we don’t come today, it may be too late.

In the study of Lin's house, after Qian Yiben put down the painting, he said straight to the point: "How should I do things in the coming year? I hope Jiuyuan Jun can give me some advice."

Feeling the other party's strong sincerity, Lin Tailai thought about it and gave careful advice:
"I am about to go on an expedition to the east. In the next year, you can accuse me of humiliating my vassal states, plundering and amassing wealth, forcibly seizing women, forcing good people into slavery, and allowing my soldiers to plunder and loot, etc."

"Is this possible?" Censor Qian confirmed.

Lin Tailai replied with great certainty: "It's true! As long as it does not touch the red lines of military, political and diplomatic strategies, you can impeach me for any issues related to my moral character.

If you don't have enough negative news about me, I can take the initiative to provide you with the material.

We also provide customized services. If you think what kind of negative news is more suitable for impeachment, just let me know and I can do it accordingly. I guarantee that your reputation will be high!"

Censor Qian was speechless. Why did these words sound so absurd?
But in the end, Censor Qian left with great satisfaction. He felt more at ease when he thought that he still had the painting of "Lady with Flowers in Her Hair" at home.

In fact, for Lin Jinglüe, who was leading a large army outside, this was a means of self-pollution.

However, Emperor Wanli was not stupid. He had received elite education and was familiar with history books. He could definitely see that this was Lin Jinglüe's deliberate self-defilement. However, even if the emperor could see it, Lin Jinglüe had to show his awareness of actively defilement. Perhaps this was another kind of formalism.

A man who leads a large army outside the country doesn't even bother to pretend to defile himself, so what is he thinking?
Did he have no reverence for the emperor at all? Was he too lazy to even pretend to be a formalist and defile himself?
The process of historical development is often a process in which formalism replaces idealism.

The next day, Lin Tailai went to the Hanlin Academy after an absence of more than ten days to bid farewell to his colleagues.

When they walked into the No. 1 Scholar Hall, the former No. 1 Scholar Tang Wenxian joked, "What a rare guest! Jiuyuan Jun actually still remembers where the No. 1 Scholar Hall is."

Lin Tailai replied sarcastically, "The old is replaced by the new. We are all former champions who have passed their prime. How can we compare with the newcomers who are in the limelight? I am embarrassed to come here."

Tang Wenxian smiled and didn't say anything else. After all, he was not the one being manipulated.

There was only a cold snort coming from the corner, and I knew who it was without even looking.

Lin Tailai's empty desk still occupied half of the Zhuangyuan Hall, while Zhu Guozuo, Tang Wenxian and Han Yu shared the other half.

Seeing the real person today, the newly crowned No. 1 Scholar Han Yu could no longer bear it and said, "Senior Lin is about to go on an expedition to the east. He has been away from the court for a long time. Isn't it a waste that he still occupies half of the No. 1 Scholar Hall?"

Lin Tailai shouted, "So you want to sit here?"

Han Yu quickly denied it: "I didn't mean that. I just complained."

Lin Tailai did not listen to Han Yu's explanation and continued, "I heard that you deliberately compared yourself with me and imitated my actions. It is not surprising that you wanted to sit here."

Of course Han Yu couldn't admit it, he gritted his teeth and said: "Senior, you are joking!"

At this moment, the steward in charge of the Hanlin Academy's miscellaneous affairs suddenly rushed to the door of the Champion Hall and shouted, "A group of female musicians have come to the Dengying Gate and are yelling and cursing at Han the Champion!"

The so-called women in the entertainment industry, of course, refer to the women who work in the entertainment industry in the alleys under the jurisdiction of the Jiaofangsi, and their household registration is under the jurisdiction of the Jiaofangsi.

Han Yu was confused, "Why are you scolding me?"

The steward said: "They scolded Han Zhuangyuan for pretending to be good last night and imitating the elegant deeds of Jiuyuan Zhenxian.

You're forcing a little sister to stay overnight with your poetry, but your poetry is actually shit and worthless!"

Han Yu shouted angrily, "Asshole! She clearly volunteered, how can this be considered forced?"

The steward continued, "But they said that the young lady was afraid of your power at the time, so she could only swallow her anger and dare not say anything, allowing you to take advantage of her for free!
When my fellow sisters heard about this today, they were filled with righteous indignation and united in their hatred of the enemy, so they came together to seek justice!
Our Master Huang has spoken. Please settle this matter quickly, so as to avoid embarrassing the Hanlin Academy!"

Former No. 1 Tang Wenxian and former No. 1 Zhu Guozuo hid in a corner, eating melons and covering their mouths to hold back their laughter. One of the greatest pleasures in the world is to watch a pretentious person get humiliated.

Han Zhuangyuan was furious and kept shouting, "Assholes! Assholes! A bunch of shameless bitches are simply making trouble for no reason!
Where are the soldiers patrolling the streets? Are we just going to let this happen?"

The steward glanced at the smiling Jiuyuan Zhenxian next to him, and replied to Han Zhuangyuan: "The gate has been taken over by the servants of the Lin Mansion. The government troops will not come over when they see the servants of the Lin Mansion here."

Lin Tailai quickly interrupted and said, "My family servants are not imperial soldiers, so we won't get involved in this kind of dispute!"

Han Yu was so angry that he said, "I don't need your servants!"

Did he, Han Yu, have no elders or uncles to take care of him? Did he, Han Yu, have no servants?
At this moment, a stranger also walked into the Champion Hall.

Only Lin Tailai recognized him and greeted him, "Qian Sile! Why are you here?"

Then he introduced to everyone: "This is Qian Sile from the Jiaofang Bureau."

Everyone was a little speechless. How could you, a Nine Yuan True Immortal, be quite familiar with the Jiaofangsi?

Qian Sile gave Lin Tailai a few bitter smiles, then turned to Han Yu and said:
"I came here today to ask for the fee for you. Han Zhuangyuan will be rewarded with eight taels and five cents of silver for listening to music and watching dancing that night, and your original manuscript of the poem will be returned to you."

Eight taels and five cents was not a lot for Han Zhuangyuan, who came from a wealthy family, but this kind of asking for money at someone's door was too insulting, and Han Zhuangyuan was so angry that he was speechless for a moment.

Qian Sile then said to Lin Tai, "Mr. Jiuyuan! You are also an official of the Ministry of Rites, and you also have the responsibility to help ask for the girls' hard-earned money."

This is not groundless. The Ministry of Rites is the biggest protector of the entertainment industry in the two capitals. It is an old tradition in the Ming Dynasty for officials from the Ministry of Rites to help ask for money.

Without the support of the Ministry of Rites, how could the entertainment industry make money in the capital where powerful people are everywhere?

Lin Tailai then frowned and said to Han Zhuangyuan, "You really don't mind being shamed. You even cheated the prostitutes out of their cosmetics money. Pay the bill quickly!"

By this time, Han Zhuangyuan must have realized that he was being set up!
"It must be you!" Han Yu pointed at Lin Tailai and shouted angrily.

Qian Sile, who was ignored, suddenly spoke up again: "Since Han Zhuangyuan is unwilling to give it, forget it! We in the Jiaofang Division can't afford to offend Han Zhuangyuan!"

After saying this, Qian Sile turned around and left without hesitation!
Han Yu shouted anxiously, "Come back! I didn't say I wouldn't give it to you!"

Qian Sile turned a deaf ear to him and ran away quickly, shouting, "If you can't afford to offend me, you can afford to avoid me. I accept it!"

Lin Tailai shook his head, and said to Han Yu as if he hated him for not fighting back: "Why don't you just give the money directly to Qian Sile and settle the matter? Is this the time for you to act on impulse?

Now, as long as Qian Sile doesn't receive the money, your reputation as a freeloader will spread."

Han Yu suppressed his anger and said coldly: "It's the same if I give you the money. Qian Sile also asked you to help collect the money just now!"

Lin Tailai said helplessly: "Then I will try to transfer it, but I may not be able to find Qian Sile.

He is a native of Beijing. After offending you, he will probably find a place to hide."

Han Yu: “.”

If you can't find the person for a year or two, are you going to let rumors spread for a year or two?
Lin Tailai thought of something and said, "If it doesn't work, ask your uncle Yang Junmin to intercede for us and ask the Jiaofangsi to suppress this matter."

After watching the excitement in the Hanlin Academy, Lin Tailai felt greatly relaxed physically and mentally, so he moved to the Jinglüe Shogunate located in the Communications Department.

Just then, Guangdong's reply arrived, agreeing to send 5,000 naval forces north.

If a war breaks out in Korea, naval power is also indispensable due to its narrow and long terrain. At least maritime supplies are more convenient.

However, naval forces needed to be stationed in Denglai, Nanzhi, Zhejiang, Fujian and other places to guard against invasions by Japanese pirates from these directions.

Therefore, after careful study, it was decided to transfer the main navy from Guangdong and Guangxi, which were the farthest away and had the least security pressure, to the north.

However, the journey is long and it takes a lot of time to get to North Korea, so it is useless in the early stages.

So many things suddenly broke out in the capital in the past few days. Anyone with a discerning eye can see that the Lin Party is acting frantically.

Everyone thought that this was a "demonstration" by Lin Tailai before his departure, and that one should never provoke Lin Tailai at this time.

(End of this chapter)