Great Qin had a prosperous age

Chapter 623 Why is he Xiao He? (Thanks to Cheng Eternal for the 20 monthly passes!)

Zhang Cang bowed his head.

"Your Majesty, I have really regressed too much, and I don't dare to play chess with Your Majesty."

Don't look at the glamorous chessboard, but as long as you pick up the pieces, you will make yourself extremely dangerous.

At least, Zhang Cang is not mentally prepared for this yet.

He believes that his ability is not yet qualified to be the prime minister.

II took out the chess piece from the chess box and placed it in the lower right corner of the chessboard in front of him.

Zhang Cang never dared to sit upright.

"It seems you don't want to play chess with me."

"The only exception is this matter. Apart from this matter, whatever your Majesty asks me to do, I will do it willingly, even to the death."

II put the pawn back on the board.

"I understand what you mean."

Since the second generation said these words, it means that this chess game is the world.The person who can play chess will be the future prime minister.

"But I don't understand His Majesty's intentions."

"Which one?"

"Looking at the government and the public, can it be that His Majesty really can't find anyone who can compete with His Majesty in this game?"

"Why do you ask this question?"

Zhang Cang stopped talking.

At this time, the visitor came forward and told Fusu what happened to Zhang Cang today.

Now the second generation understood that Zhang Cang did not agree to let Zhou Qingchen take office.

But looking at the court, there is only one person who is treacherous but not sycophantic. Although he is not a great talent, he can become an important chess piece.

"Since you think the last person sitting in front of me is not suitable, do you have anyone to recommend?"

"Your Majesty, I really don't know who is a suitable minister, but we must not allow someone who only wants to show off his power to be the prime minister."

It's rare for Zhang Cang to have such a firm attitude and openly say such things.

The second waved his sleeves, making everyone retreat.

"The position of prime minister has actually been vacant for two months. It is not a good thing for a court without a leader. Although I am eager for a competent prime minister, I am determined not to employ someone lightly."

The second generation just wanted to use this matter to see everyone's reaction.As long as Zhou Qingchen comes over, his aggressive personality will definitely make everyone aware of it.

"I feel at ease after hearing your Majesty's words."

But at this time, the visitor order hastily came to report:

"Your Majesty the Emperor, Marquis Yongwu has returned, and he has already arrived in the city. This time, he also brought the captured Xiongnu leader to His Majesty."

The Second waved his hand.

"I know."

The visitor saw this, and it seemed that His Majesty did not intend to pick up Li Xin in person.

Is there anyone who treats a great hero like this?

Zhang Cang just frowned when he heard the news.

"Your Majesty, although Marquis Yongwu lured the enemy deep this time, he did not notify the people of Jiuyuan County in advance, resulting in numerous casualties and family destruction among the residents near Jiuyuan City. I heard that all the men working in farming in Jiuyuan were slaughtered. Moreover, As far as I know, Marquis Yongwu has always been not diligent in reporting military affairs."

Fusu only said calmly:
"Don't mention the past things again. Now that he is back, it will be a good thing to live in Xianyang City and assist me in the future. As for the border fortress, I have never heard that you are interested in military affairs. Why did you suddenly do so today? Let's talk about it."

"I just want to share your worries for your majesty. Since your majesty advocates benevolent government, you must follow your words and do what you say, otherwise you will break your promise to the world. I think your majesty should send someone to comfort you, firstly to appease the people of Jiuyuan City, and secondly to take care of education. The Huns captured them. Although these Huns were captured, if they were not tamed, they would be like snatching a herd of wild horses and would be of no benefit to the empire."

"You are right. Then I will send you there."

"Your Majesty. The minister is only the Tai Xue Ling."

"But you can't always be just a Taixue Ling. And I see, there are no outstanding talents among the first school of the Taixue."

Zhang Cang was naturally ashamed when he heard this.

"I owe you to Your Majesty."

"You go and take a trip for me, see the northwest frontier, and appease the local people. In addition, it is what I have always wanted to do, to trade with the Western Regions. Dazhu Kingdom has a wise eye and has recruited many people for my preparation. But I need a leader. I want you to choose one from within Taixue."

"Then I will definitely choose the most loyal person for Your Majesty."

"Okay, I'll wait and see. But, regarding the Prime Minister, do you really have no one to recommend?"

Zhang Cang listened and just said:

"Your Majesty actually already has a candidate in mind, so why bother asking me? I heard that this year is the year when Chen County pays the least amount of tribute. It can be seen that the governor of Chen County is a person who can not flatter his superiors and bully his subordinates. And be able to be honest and honest, and treat people well."

"No matter how talented you are, without the recommendation of all the ministers, it will be difficult to convince the public for a while. The position of prime minister has a high position and heavy responsibilities. I cannot appoint others rashly. It is difficult for me to promote someone every three to five years."

Zhang Cang felt somewhat jealous after hearing this.

The second wanted him to advise His Majesty on how to promote that person to Xianyang City.

But Xiao He, under the influence of Zhang Cang, although he can always insist on himself, encouragement and integrity.But in Xianyang City where celebrities and wealthy families gather, Xiao He is completely insignificant.

Zhang Cang only said:

"Your Majesty, this matter is indeed difficult."

"It's just difficult, not impossible."

Hearing this, Zhang Cang was shocked.

Your Majesty really intends to put that country bumpkin in the position of Prime Minister.

Zhang Cang's mouth suddenly grew so big that he could fit an egg in it.

"Your Majesty, if you do this, the ministers in the court will not be convinced by him."

"Prime Minister, a role model for all officials. I need a person who has both virtue and ability. However, both virtue and talent will take a very long time to be recognized by the ministers and convinced of him. So I was thinking, instead of Let the ministers slowly get to know him as a person and understand his abilities. It is better to make him the prime minister directly and let the officials evaluate my candidates."

Zhang Cang was frozen in place for a while.

This matter left him wondering what to do.

In terms of ability and character, Zhang Cang always felt that he was much better than Xiao He.Furthermore, it’s not like Xiao He has never been around in Xianyang City.

The two came to Xianyang City together.One was invited by Li Si to go to the banquet, while the other insisted on observing the customs.In Xianyang City at that time, Xiao He's behavior was simply nondescript.

In terms of vision, knowledge, and popularity, Zhang Cang believed that he was much better than Xiao He in every aspect.

But having served Qin II for so long, Zhang Cang knew that once Qin II had such thoughts, no one could undo it.

"I don't know when your Majesty plans to summon Xiao Jun back."

"I'm also waiting for the opportunity. I don't know when Xiao He can surprise me."

When Zhang Cang retired, he was walking alone in the palace corridor, the jealousy in his heart growing like grass in spring.

"This Xiao He, Your Majesty has a soft spot for him. He has not been forgotten for ten years. He was thrown into a corner and yet he was recalled and made Prime Minister!"

Since your Majesty feels that Xiao He is more capable than him, then your Majesty, just wait.

Xiao He is a pedantic and cautious person.If he could be a county guard, he would definitely have to pay homage to His Majesty, but with his vision and background, being able to be a county guard was already extraordinary.

He didn't even dare to say he was qualified for the post of prime minister, so why should Xiao He?
Because he has been a swordsman and penman for ten years?
Xiao He would never have the courage to be the prime minister!

Zhang Cang was just thinking when a person came towards him.

He has only met this person a few times, and I heard that His Majesty brought him back from Handan City.

Li Zuoche.

(End of this chapter)