Crowned the New Han Dynasty

Chapter 318 Sun Wu’s three drums, Chen Zhi’s reinstatement

"Sure enough, it has some origins, and that's right. Since most people here are unsuccessful, being cautious should be the mainstream. However, there are exceptions in everything. For those who are eager to climb up, being transferred to such a bureaucracy, It is indeed frustrating and there is nowhere to use your strength, but in the eyes of some people, such a place is a good place to survive qualifications.”

Hearing Dong Xu's reminder, and looking at the expressions of the people in front of him, Chen Zhi already understood Xu Ji's situation, but he didn't say anything, just sat there and waited.

Dong Xu and others looked at each other with worried faces. They did not think that Xu Ji would betray Chen Zhi's reputation, even if Chen Zhi himself was very famous, and even if Chen Zhi had Servant Lie Qing standing behind him.

Xu Ji himself was not afraid at all. His background was very tough. In his own words, the ministers were like running water, and the nobles were like iron seats. Xu Ji was able to rely on two powerful nobles by himself.

There is no need to say more about the Guan family, and the Xu family is also unusual. Above it is Yangping Marquis Xu Huang, who is the Xu family in Hedong.

The title of the Guan family was conferred by Emperor Xian, so it was not changed after Liu Bei ascended the throne. What's more, the title of the New Han Dynasty has more symbolic meaning than practical significance. Unless it is a clan, it has little meaning. Therefore, the title of Shouting Marquis of the Han Dynasty is of little significance. , which is a bit higher than that of Yang Pinghou.

However, the Yangping Hou family is not simple. His ancestor Xu Huang escorted Emperor Xian back to Luoyang, and then followed Yang Feng around, and finally became Chen Hou's companion general, which is his origin.

After the death of Chen Hou, Liu Bei often missed him, so the generals of Chen Hou's line were often reused, and Xu Huang was awarded the title of marquis and general.

With such a background, it is inevitable for Xu Ji to be arrogant.

Sure enough, the two people who were sent out soon came back, but they didn't follow anyone else, and they returned empty-handed. When Chen Zhi saw it, he knew it in his heart.

The others also felt enlightened and glanced at each other without any trace, but showed no intention of stepping forward. They were all waiting to see how Chen Zhi would respond. This was the first emergency their Shangguan had encountered. How would he do? Disposal, you can guess the future path to some extent, and you can also see the level, it can be regarded as a test for their subordinates to their superiors.

If they pass, they will have a little bit of a return to their hearts. If they fail, they will have other thoughts.

"Previously, Chen Zhi also said that if he didn't come, he would use this to establish his authority. I don't know how to establish his authority. It's complicated."

"Qi Tai Le, Du Le, he has recovered from the cold, but there are other changes at home, so it is difficult to come..." The two officials were about to report according to the pre-arranged words, but were stopped by Chen Zhi waving his hand. .

Well, if you insist it's a disease, then that's it, but it turns out there's something wrong at home.

If these two things happened separately, Chen Zhi would have to think about whether he wrongly blamed the other party, but it happened to be such a coincidence that they happened together. He asked someone to call him, but in the end, he didn't even send a servant to explain the situation. Combined with the reactions and warnings of others, Chen Zhi still didn't know that Xu Ji was determined to give himself, the Shangguan, a taste.

This is actually the norm in the officialdom. Whether an official's authority can be implemented mainly depends on whether he can command his subordinates, otherwise he will be ignored. Although the officials below cannot openly confront each other, they can still do it as long as they obey each other and stick together. Toying with Shangguan.

Being an official is also a process of constant competition and confrontation with subordinates and superiors. Nothing in the world is static.

Thinking of this, Chen Zhi was not annoyed. Instead, he smiled and said, "There is no need to talk to him anymore. Call him again and tell him that I arrived suddenly and he was not prepared. It is understandable. In the past At that time, I was not ordered by Tai Le, and I will not hold him accountable, but from now on, I will be the head of this Tai Le Department. Let him come here today, it is just to meet him from top to bottom, and it will be convenient for him to take care of him in the future, so go ahead."

As soon as he said this, the two officials looked sad and looked at each other, but they did not leave.

"Oh? Is there any difficulty?" Chen Zhi frowned, half-smiling.

"When I arrived, the steward of the Xu family said that this matter cannot be changed. I hope you, Shangguan, can understand. I will..."

Chen Zhi narrowed his eyes and tapped his fingers on the side, about to speak.

But before he could speak, there was a "pop" sound, and a person jumped out and yelled: "Bold! No matter who you are, you dare to say such words. Taile is the superior, and he is giving you an order." , I didn’t discuss this with you, and you still dare to disobey me, I think you don’t want to do this job anymore!”

As soon as he said this, the two officials suddenly woke up. They were so used to lazing around in the Taile Department that they had not become nervous yet, but now when they heard the scolding and saw Chen Zhi's expression, they were finally scared and handed over their hands to accuse him.

"That's all, just follow my instructions." Chen Zhi didn't know the same level as these people. After sending them away, he looked at the person who yelled.

Xielu Cao Zhouao.This person is also the one who persuaded Dong Xu to speak up.

After scolding the two subordinates, he did not return to his seat. Instead, he came to Chen Zhi, raised his hands and said: "Shangguan, the Taile Department has been idle for a long time. Many of you are lazy. I hope you can understand me, Taile." Second, I will help you wholeheartedly from now on and dare not slack off any more."

Chen Zhi glanced at him and said calmly: "Well, I also understand the reason. Mr. Zhou, please sit down and be patient. I will make my own decision."

I thought that Chen Zhi would respond to my show of kindness, but in the end, he looked unfazed. Zhou Ao's heart skipped a beat, and on the surface, he bowed down respectfully.

However, after Zhou Ao returned, he looked at each other and saw a trace of disappointment in their eyes.

As for what Xu Ji was thinking, they all knew to some extent that his original intention was to become an official in an idle yamen and accumulate qualifications and connections. No one could control him and he was happy. However, as a result, Chen Zhi, who had just started his career and became an official, could imagine what would happen in the future. , that’s why we were called but didn’t respond.

Originally, a few people wanted to see what Chen Zhi could do about this, but in the end he endured it and asked someone to invite Xu Ji. In the eyes of the few people, this move was undoubtedly showing weakness, and it seemed that he was compromising.

"Compromise is necessary in officialdom, but the prerequisite is to show value and threat first. Others will be wary of you before they compromise with you. If you have no preparation and just compromise when you come up, then it is not a compromise, but a concession. Once you give in, When others see that you are not a threat, they will press forward step by step. Xu Ji is just such a person. This second time, he couldn't shout, but let him take advantage of the situation. In the end, everyone was in chaos, and Tai Leling was inevitably destroyed. It seems that this Chen Zhi has a false name, he is a bit aggressive, but he has no authority. The previous talk of establishing power has become a joke, and he doesn't even mention it."

Dong Xu shook his head and sighed inwardly.

Several other people have similar thoughts.

On the other side, as the two officials hurried on their way, they came to Xu Ji's house again and announced their intention.

"Why are you here again? Didn't my master make it very clear? Forget it, just wait, I will report it right away."

The concierge muttered a few times, then went in to report, relaying what the two said.

"Chen Zhi is really straightforward in his words, but I heard that there was also a hint of submission in his words." After hearing what he said, Cao Xuji, the music supervisor, summoned his confidants to discuss.

"Listen to what he said. I haven't been there so I can understand what happened suddenly. I asked two officials to take the message back. My attitude has been made clear. Originally, I went to this Taile Department because there was no one here. However, he is happy and carefree, and there is no one pointing fingers at his head. Now, here comes Chen Zhi. If he was transferred from another position, that would be fine, but he is an official who started his career and has never been an official in the past. Even with such a little reputation, relying on my grandfather who was a servant, he got an unknown amount of credit, and then he climbed directly from the white clothes to the sky and reached my head. How can I bear this? "

But his confidant advised: "Sir, even so, since Chen Zhi has given in and asked someone to invite you, you might as well go over. Anyway, the purpose of shocking him has been achieved."

"It's impossible," Xu Ji laughed, "How can we let him pass so easily? Since he has given in, he has taken a step backward. How can he let go of such a good opportunity? Last year, my uncle and I went to Jiangdong, He served as the prefect, but many of the officials below him had other ideas, were greedy for power, and united with the local clans, unwilling to submit. My uncle relied on pressing hard step by step, tamed all the people, and finally established authority. Follow suit!"

The steward said: "But Chen Zhi is my superior's superior after all. The old master of the clan controls his subordinates with the position of prefect, so the situation is very different."

"It seems different, but it actually serves the same purpose," Xu Ji said confidently, "You only saw Chen Zhi as his boss, but you never thought that except for Chen Yong, the servant, Chen Zhi is actually nothing, but just like running water. Officials have no foundation and a little reputation, but they are like castles in the air. After my meritorious service, I have the power of two families. This is the real trend. Han Zi establishes his power and governs his skills. Chen Zhizhi can do small tricks. Wait until I take him. Tame him, use him as a shield, and still be at ease."

Speaking of this, he waved his hand and said with a smile: "Go and tell the visitor that I won't go. The family matters have not been dealt with yet. After I have dealt with it, I will go to see Tai Leling myself."

When the news was brought back, since Dong Xu, no one was surprised, they took it for granted, and at the same time, they all thought that Chen Zhi had no choice.

"We have already given in once. Even if Chen Zhi doesn't understand the secret, he won't do it again in a short time. Similarly, since he has given in, there is no reason to punish him severely. Otherwise, why would he be gentle before?"

Just when Dong Xu and others were planning to find a place for the Shangguan to get off and complete this anticlimactic first meeting as soon as possible, Chen Zhi suddenly laughed.

When he smiled, everyone couldn't understand it even more, but then they heard Chen Zhi say: "My new official took office and arrived suddenly. It is understandable that you are caught off guard and unprepared. And the situation in Taile Department is indeed It’s special. It’s natural for the kings to be distracted, but everything has its limits. In the past, Sun Wu was training his troops, and the King of Wu used his concubine as a soldier. Sun Tzu played drums three times, but he still didn’t know the order, so he beheaded him. Now I am the official, Calls come from subordinates, but they don't respond. Calls come again, but they still don't come. If this is the case, the fault lies with the person. Now that he has left his post, he can repay it to the officials."

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