first minister

Chapter 460 The leader of hundreds of officials, the Prime Minister of Daxia!

After a moment, the deadly silent court became noisy again.

A few days ago, Yang Weiguang had performed the duties of prime minister with a smile. How could he suddenly talk about becoming an official today?

What's more, if he really wants to become an official due to physical reasons, it has been nearly half a month since the incident that day, and there is plenty of time to submit the memorial. Why didn't he tell it earlier and later, and waited until now?

You can't go to Liuyun Tianxiang Pavilion last night to celebrate in advance and hurt your origin, right?

"Mr. Yang, why are you doing this?"

"Prime Minister Yang, you are now rich in experience and still full of energy. It is the time to lead the ministers and forge ahead!"

"Mr. Yang, are you under some kind of coercion? How could you make such a decision?"

Some courtiers whose mouths were faster than their brains, or who had already placed their bets on Yang Weiguang, couldn't help but speak.

Most people looked at Yang Weiguang's back with some deep doubts and confusion. As mentioned before, he really wanted to beg for bones. He had plenty of opportunities and time, so why would he throw this out at this time? speech.

After thinking about it again and again, an idea emerged in many people's minds. Marquis Jianning has the support of the Queen Mother and Your Majesty. Is Yang Weiguang trying to retreat in order to put pressure on the Queen Mother and Your Majesty?

With his skills, the Queen Mother and Her Majesty would naturally not be able to openly decide anything, otherwise they would be blamed for forcing the old minister to leave.

And in this way, it directly offset the biggest advantage of Marquis Jianning.

In everyone's opinion, the Queen Mother and Her Majesty originally made this move just so that Marquis Jianning could legitimately ascend to the throne. Therefore, they did not directly issue an order for Xuan Ma to pay homage to the Prime Minister, but worked hard to make it happen.

But with Yang Xiang's arrival, the Queen Mother and Her Majesty became completely bystanders, and they couldn't even say much.

The courtiers thought so, but for those who knew the inside story, especially the others except Li Tianfeng and Wei Yuanzhi, when they saw the excitement of the crowd, they suddenly understood the intentions of Marquis Jianning.

Was it for the sake of the court's dignity that he called a few of them over for ventilation in advance? There is indeed this consideration.

But is that all? Not at all!

This evil-minded bitch had already anticipated the situation at this moment, and wanted people like them who knew about it to help the Queen Mother and Her Majesty clear their names!

They must use practical actions to clear away any unreasonable speculations about Yang Weiguang's official appointment, and to clear the Queen Mother and Her Majesty of the stigma of using power to suppress others.

What? Don't you want to?

When you know the truth of the matter, can you watch the Queen Mother and Her Majesty being stigmatized and remain indifferent?

Then why are you still here? It’s not like the imperial court’s salary can’t be found! Do you understand if the Lord humiliates the minister and dies?

This is no longer a matter of interest selection, it is a matter of bottom line and principle.

Therefore, after Zhang Caiming, the assistant minister of Zhongshu, realized what he was doing, he immediately turned around and yelled, "How can we allow you to talk nonsense in the imperial court!"

Everyone looked surprised. Zhang Caiming was not from Marquis Jianning. Why did he act like this?

But although Zhang Caiming has a high position, he is not a super boss with deep roots. Some people are not afraid of him. A nobleman immediately snorted, "Master Zhang has such great official power. Yang Xiang suddenly became an official. Such things are... Aren’t you going to let all the courtiers in the palace express their regrets and pleas to stay?”

"Prime Minister Yang has his own ideas! Is it your turn to make irresponsible remarks here? You are just a loser!"

A loud shout made the noble man's face turn cold. He followed the sound and looked angrily, only to see Duke Lu's gloomy face.

!!!

wrong! Something's wrong!

When they saw that Duke Lu, the staunchest supporter of Prime Minister Yang, stood up to scold the supporters and supported Prime Minister Yang's appointment, everyone who was still struggling frowned and felt that things were not simple.

Either Prime Minister Yang is determined to make progress by retreating, gain the position, and communicate with these people;

Or something happened during the short meeting just now that none of them knew about!

Old Xianggong Su, Old Master Zhao, Old Patriarch Qin, Bai Yunbian, Xing Shigu and others took a look at Xia Jingyun, who still looked as calm as a mountain, and realized in their hearts that it was probably the second type.

When the place gradually became quiet, the Queen Mother's voice slowly sounded, "Why does Yang Qing invite you like this at this time?"

Every sentence and even every word above is not a simple statement, especially in this situation, these words are not just doubts, but also a bit of questioning.

Yang Weiguang, whose spine had been broken by Xia Jingyun long ago, and who was now barely able to finish the scene, knelt down when he heard the sound, "Your Majesty, Your Majesty!"

"A few days ago, I really had a delusional thought. I felt that if I could reach the top of civil servants, the head of hundreds of officials, it would be enough to comfort me for the rest of my life and leave my name in history. Therefore, I remained unmoved in the face of the discussions between the government and the public, especially those who were willing to do so. Those who support the old minister as prime minister seem not to express their opinions, but in fact they are secretly happy. Today's court meeting is even more prepared, and they plan to compete for the position of prime minister."

"However, when Marquis Jianning invited us into the palace early this morning, I thought he wanted to discuss the candidate for the prime minister, or to use the opportunity to pressure others. Just when I was on guard, I didn't expect that Marquis Jianning was just talking to me. After discussing some matters about the New Deal, he then said that no matter what the outcome of today's court recommendation, I hope everyone can support the New Deal. All the people in the world are waiting for the good days when the country is prosperous and the people are strong, and the country is peaceful and peaceful. This can only be said for now. He said that after the court meeting, there would be no use in talking about it, so he invited us here."

He raised his head, his eyes full of shame and tears, "Your Majesty, Queen Mother, I am really ashamed after hearing this! My family comes from a poor family, and I have suffered a lot of physical injuries from working at a young age. I have indeed felt that I have not been able to do what I do these years. , but he is greedy for power, and even more extravagantly hopes for status. He is only thinking about how to reach the top of power to achieve personal glory. He has never thought about the situation of the court, the great politics, or the people of the world. Compared with the glory of Jianning Hou, his selfishness How can a veteran minister who is full of ambitions have the face to ask for a position?"

"When I arrived at the court, I heard that there were so many colleagues who recommended me. I was really ashamed. I felt unworthy of the emperor's kindness and unworthy of my colleagues. I was also afraid that after the court meeting, it was already a done deal and could not be changed. It's a big mistake, so I have no choice but to tell the Queen Mother and Her Majesty at this time. I only wish to retire and return to my hometown. I will teach my neighbors all I have learned in my life, so that I can be happy in my later years. That is enough."

Everyone looked at each other in shock. The black hearts in their officialdom had long been stained with colorful colors. They didn't believe that Yang Weiguang, a top boss who had reached this level, would give up this great opportunity just because of such a little guilt. Opportunity.

But Yang Weiguang had an expression on his face that said "Whether you believe it or not, I do anyway", he bowed to Concubine De and Dongfang Bai again, "Everything I said is true, and there is absolutely no lie. I hope the Queen Mother will approve it." !”

The bead curtain blocked Concubine De's face, but when she spoke, all the officials in the palace could hear the displeasure in her words.

"Yang Qing, you are the deputy prime minister of the current dynasty. Today, you are recommended as the prime minister. You are also recommended by so many people. If you just resign and leave like this, how will the world see you?"

King Cheng's heart was moved when he heard this. This is not about how the people in the world view Yang Weiguang. He is clearly worried about how the people in the world view her, His Majesty, and Marquis Jianning!

Obviously, our Queen Mother is not satisfied with the current situation!

So he immediately came out and said, "Queen Mother, Your Majesty, I can testify to Prime Minister Yang that just now he was discussing matters in the side hall, and no one was forcing him in the slightest. His words at this time must have come from his sincerity. At least in my eyes. , this is not a farce, but a beautiful story about not forgetting the original intention and repenting."

When things got to this point, Lu Guogong, Zhang Caiming, Wei Yuanzhi, Li Tianfeng and others also understood the situation, and whether against their will or voluntarily, they all came out to support it.

Use your own categorical words to prove what Yang Xiang said!

Due to their positions, Wei Yuanzhi and Li Tianfeng did not have much reference for what they said. However, the clear and clear positions of Lu Guogong and Zhang Caiming left the officials in the palace a little confused. Could this be true? of?

Is there really a person of this level who wakes up without being deprived of power or facing a dead end?

The heavenly book that I chant every day to deceive others has become a reality?

Seeing this scene, many discerning people also knew that no matter what the true background of the matter was, this was the result.

With the endorsement of so many top figures from different camps, it no longer matters what the truth is.

Your Majesty and the Queen Mother need this result, and the important ministers in the DPRK also need this result. This is also the result in the history books, so this result is the truth.

Behind the bead curtain, the Queen Mother was familiar with the court rules after all, and said calmly: "Yang Qing is serving the country, and the court also needs veteran ministers to sit in charge. The Ai family will not agree to this proposal."

Immediately she paused and looked at the court, "Okay, today's court meeting is about business. If you become the king, you will be in charge of the election."

King Cheng was secretly happy. It seemed that his speech just now was finally recognized by the Queen Mother, and she began to assign tasks to him.

Apart from anything else, he presided over the election of the prime minister. Can the new prime minister not accept this favor?

The most important thing is that everyone knows now that the new prime minister must be Xia Jingyun!

Not only he knew, but all the ministers in the palace also knew at this moment that after what Yang Weiguang did, whether it was really voluntary or forced to volunteer, this phase selection was no longer a second thought.

But just like everything else in the world, if nothing else, accidents will happen.

A figure stepped out of the queue and said loudly: "Your Majesty, Queen Mother, I have a question to ask Prime Minister Yang, and I hope he will grant it."

Everyone looked around, and the person who spoke was surprisingly the current head of the Yushitai, the Marquis of Huai'an, Baiyun Bian.

From behind the bead curtain, the Queen Mother's voice sounded neither happy nor angry.

"allow."

"Thank you, Queen Mother."

Bai Yunbian turned around and bowed his hand towards Yang Weiguang, "Mr. Yang, I would like to ask, if you are going to become an official, the Queen Mother will stay with you. Do you still want to participate in this phase selection?"

Yang Weiguang glanced at Bai Yunbian, and there was a hint of vigilance in his eyes: "Don't fucking cause me any trouble." He immediately said in a deep voice: "I have made up my mind, so naturally I will not participate. Not only that, I also have to surrender myself." Marquis Jianning has one vote!”

However, the silky combos he had forged through his many years of experience in officialdom did not have the slightest effect as expected, because after Bai Yunbian nodded, he said something that shocked almost everyone present.

"Why don't you vote for me? If Marquis Jianning can be the prime minister, I think I can do it too." As soon as these words came out, many people immediately attacked him.

"Absurd! Marquis Jianning is an important minister in the central government, so it is reasonable to take over as prime minister. Who do you think you are!"

"That's right, you are just the censor Zhongcheng, and you still want to reach the sky in one step?"

However, although the attack sound was there, it was not that loud.

Because the largest group of trolls was led by Baiyunbian, the biggest troll, and these people who usually bit the world were a little frightened and didn't dare to betray their boss on the spot.

What's more, they simply ignored the facts and jumped out to help, "Why can't it work? Since it is a recommendation, why can't Bai Zhongcheng do it? The Queen Mother and Her Majesty did not say that one must be a central minister to run for election?"

The ministers are slandering you, you are so shameless. Although you haven't said it explicitly, who doesn't know?

Bai Yunbian said proudly: "What? Are there still people who are not convinced? Since Marquis Jianning can be the prime minister, in what way can I be inferior to him?"

As soon as these words came out, even the mad dogs at Yushitai couldn't hold it in anymore and silently lowered their heads and looked at their feet.

Is that something you can't compare to? You have been covered in all aspects!

At this time, Xia Jingyun, who had always been calm, slowly turned his head and looked deeply at Bai Yunbian in the eyes of the officials.

Standing beside the white clouds, he raised his head and faced it, not afraid at all.

King Cheng hesitantly turned his head and glanced at the bead curtain. Concubine De's unhappy voice came from behind the bead curtain, "Since I said it was a recommendation, I can recommend anyone."

King Cheng nodded, "Fellow ministers, please come."

The recommendation process is very simple. There is a table on the left and right sides, with pen and ink on it, and pieces of cut paper. Everyone takes turns to come forward, write down the name of the person to recommend, and put it in the box on the table. , and then just vote.

Soon, the results came out, and there were no surprises. After Yang Weiguang gave up on his own initiative, Marquis Jianning was successfully elected as the new prime minister with an absolute advantage.

Listening to King Cheng announcing the result with some excitement, all the ministers in the palace had mixed expressions, some were happy, some were secretly sighing, some were unhappy.

But no matter what, one fact cannot be changed. An era has finally arrived with an unstoppable momentum!

Mr. Su and Mr. Zhao looked at each other and smiled.

"Dear gentlemen, do you have any objections to this result?"

From behind the bead curtain, a calm inquiry came, echoing in the hall.

Naturally, the ministers did not dare to slap themselves in the face at this time. His Majesty cannot kill his ministers at will, but it does not mean that he cannot kill his ministers. If you want to take the initiative to die and hand over the knife, then forget about the majestic imperial power.

Therefore, even Bai Yunbian bowed and said in unison with everyone: "I have no objection."

The voice behind the bead curtain also contained a hint of well-hidden urgency to determine the overall situation as soon as possible, "In that case, I will draft the decree and use the seal with the Hanlin Academy."

The sensible bachelor of the Hanlin Academy had already prepared two edicts with different results. He immediately filled in the blank imperial edict, handed it to Jin Zhong, and stamped it with the imperial seal of His Majesty and the phoenix seal of the Queen Mother.

Jin Zhong received the imperial edict, looked at Xia Jingyun with some respect, and said loudly: "Xia Jingyun accepts the edict!"

In the envious eyes of the ministers, Xia Jingyun stepped forward and said, "My lord, Xia Jingyun, accept the order!"

[I heard: Qian Qian is strong and Kun Kun is in harmony, and the two qi combine to make all things connected; the king is wise and the minister is good, and one heart is united, and Baidu is righteous.

The more he was promoted to the prime minister, the more respected he was, and the announcement was heard by Lu Chao: Special promotion of loyalty and cooperation with Tongde to assist the ministers of meritorious service, Shizhong, Tongzhongshu Menxiapingzhangshi, Xinghubu Shangshu, Yuanyuan Sishui Prefecture Prefectural Mu, Jianning The county was founded as a marquis and there were three thousand households in the city. Xia Jingyun was talented, far-sighted, meritorious and virtuous.

Loyalty to the heart is the utmost sincerity of heaven and man; respect for virtue and trace the deep source of morality

The war between the north and the south has ended, and the prosperity of the east and west has been prospered; the spirit of loyalty is as strong as the sun, and it can open up even if it is a stone; the benevolence is like the sea, and it can survive the storms and waves.

Then he promised the country and only knew people. Carrying the seal of Yanshi, using the majesty of the extravagant talisman to control the movements of the world, you are the pivot; to connect the aspirations of the world, you are the Lin. The head of the country is more important than the body, and the people's benevolence and longevity are promoted in the contemporary era. Go and obey my orders, and your plans will end.

Specially awarded the title of Shangshu Zuopushe, special promotion of loyalty and cooperation with Tongde, assistant minister of meritorious service, Shizhong, Tongzhongshu Menxiapingzhangshi, concurrently Shangshu of the Ministry of Household Affairs, and the founding marquis of Jianning County as before. Four thousand households in the city are living there.

Admire this! 】

"My lord, Xia Jingyun, thank you, the Queen Mother, for your kindness!"

Looking at Xia Jingyun, who had commanded the decree, had full control over the imperial court, and looked at this terrifyingly young man, a thought came to his mind:

From now on, in the next few decades, the Great Xia court will probably be covered up.

Xia Jingyun also seemed to be irritated by Bai Yunbian's attitude of jumping out to make trouble. He glanced at Bai Yunbian and said, "Bai Zhongcheng, are you still convinced of this result? If you have any objections, you can tell me. I am the prime minister and I will make the decision for you." "

puff!

Some people couldn't hold back their laughter.

Bai Yunbian's face turned red, he snorted coldly, and shook his sleeves.

The most important drama has come to an end, but there are still two vacancies in the center, and the recommendation process will continue.

Just like when recommending a prime minister, everyone made a few suggestions first.

Zhao Laozhuang, who had received Xia Jingyun's request from Rouge in advance, said: "Your Majesty, Queen Mother, I believe that Mr. Shen of the Ministry of War has great talent and extraordinary determination. In the battle of Lieyang Pass, he showed what an important minister should be." His talents, subsequent rewards and dispositions are also in place, and his qualifications are also sufficient. He should be admitted to the center to fully display his talents."

The Duke of Lu rolled his eyes and followed him out of the queue, "Your Majesty, Queen Mother, I think that Yushi Zhongcheng and Huai'an Marquis Baiyunbian have outstanding talents and academic achievements and have made many meritorious deeds. Luo Ding Long's head and descending to Jinling on a rainy night are all rare achievements. , not to mention that as the leader of Yushitai now, he should be the successor to Yushitai and take up the post in the center."

Many people were surprised when they heard this, but soon they understood what Duke Lu was thinking.

Although Bai Yunbian is not as good as Xia Jingyun in every aspect, he is also the closest to Xia Jingyun among the court officials in every aspect.

Now that the two of them are at odds, why not take this opportunity to raise it up and become a banner against Xia Jingyun, and also give one of them a helping hand!

Understanding this, many people who were on Lu Guogong's side, or at least not on Xia Jingyun's side, spoke up to support Bai Yunbian.

Hearing such noise, Mr. Su and Mr. Zhao's mouths twitched, and they almost couldn't hold back their laughter.

After a messy recommendation, the Queen Mother's voice came from behind the bead curtain, "Since there are different opinions, let's make a formal recommendation."

This time the recommendation does not need to be a king, but will be personally presided over by the new Prime Minister of Great Xia Xia Jingyun.

The same steps as before, but two people are selected from the current officials of the third rank or above, so everyone needs to fill in two candidates.

Soon, the answer was revealed.

Everything went as Xia Jingyun expected, and as previously discussed, Shen Shengwen, Minister of the Ministry of War, and Bai Yunbian, the Censor Zhongcheng, were both selected.

Seeing Bai Yunbian being carried into the center, Xia Jingyun finally secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

After giving the same instructions as before, but slightly shorter, the court meeting came to a successful conclusion.

The court meeting was a success, but for everyone attending the meeting, each person had different opinions on whether it was a success or not.

When Jin Zhong withdrew from the court, all the officials respectfully sent the Queen Mother and Her Majesty away, and then walked out slowly.

Everyone gave the new prime minister enough face to get out of the way.

The seven people in the center walked forward slowly.

Prime Minister Xia Jingyun, Deputy Prime Minister Yang Weiguang, Zhongshu Shilang Zhang Caiming, Libu Shangshu Wei Yuanzhi, Zhongshi Li Tianfeng, Military Secretary Shen Shengwen, Yushi Zhongcheng Baiyunbian.

Among the entire team, four people are under fifty, and two more are only in their twenties.

The rising sun shone on them, dazzling and vigorous.

Looking at this energetic team and the high-spirited temperament of the leader, Mr. Su, Mr. Zhao, Mr. Qin and others twisted their beards and smiled, as if they had seen the dying Great Xia Dynasty come to life again. newborn.

Duke Lu Guo looked at Xia Jingyun and Bai Yunbian at the end of the team, and suddenly his heart skipped a beat. Damn it, he couldn't have fallen into a trap, right?

　Today, I had to hammer drill all day for renovation upstairs. My whole brain was buzzing. I sat at the computer desk for a long time and couldn't type a few words, as if I was the one who was hit.

　　Even later.

　　or2!

　　

　

(End of this chapter)