My clone is on the other side of the starry sky

Chapter 221 Provocation

"Hmph!" Ji Gong, who received the report from Cao Jingzhong in the Imperial Palace, slapped a book on the table angrily: "A mere traitor dares to disobey me!? What is this? Are you protesting with me?"

The Dongguan realm warriors are indeed powerful, but the imperial court is not without them. Lu Xuan was lucky enough to break through to the Dongguan realm, and his tail was raised.

"Your Majesty, although Lu Xuan is bold, his words are not unreasonable." Cao Jingzhong hesitated and said: "Yanzhou is indeed a bit disobedient now, and the taxes have been unable to be collected. Why not take this opportunity to use Lu Xuan's hand to beat the enemy?" , if Lu Xuan loses, he will be successful in defeating the bandits, if Lu Xuan wins, then the officials of the counties in Yanzhou will have to ask for help from the imperial court, and your majesty can take advantage of the situation and regain control of Yanzhou!"

The little emperor actually wanted to send troops directly to suppress the Guiyi Sect. He tolerated it because of the wealthy family, but the Guiyi Sect could only survive on its own, so why should it disobey him?

But think about it, the most anxious people about this matter are the gentry in the counties of Yanzhou. The Guiyi Sect has never been very friendly to aristocratic families and wealthy households, but Yunzhou has also prospered because of this. In a sense, Ji Gong is looking forward to it. It was only when Yunzhou became increasingly prosperous after suppressing the gentry that he determined to suppress the gentry.

There is no reason why an emperor cannot do what a rebel can do.

It's just that this rebel is a little too jumpy now.

"Well, it depends on what you say, but regardless of victory or defeat, this Guiyi Sect must be suppressed. Let the little thief know that everything he has now is given to him by me. If I don't give it to him, he can't take it. Otherwise, I will knock him Cut off his claws!" Ji Gong nodded.

"Your Majesty, Master Zhang Shen would like to see you." Liu Chunhua came in from outside the palace and saluted Ji Gong.

"Well, please come quickly." Ji Gong nodded upon hearing this, signaling to Cao Jingzhong that the topic would end here.

Soon, the elderly Zhang Shen walked in slowly on crutches. When he saw Ji Gong, he immediately wanted to salute: "My lord, see your majesty!"

"Master, don't be too polite." Ji Gong quickly helped Zhang Shen up and invited Zhang Shen to sit down.

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Zhang Shen stood up slowly, looked at Ji Gong and said, "I heard that Your Majesty wants to recall all the great scholars who were demoted in the past to the court?"

"Well." Ji Gong sat down and motioned for Zhang Shen to take a seat before he said in deep thought: "Now that Sikong has retired, the position of Sikong is vacant, and the two ministers of the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of Husbandry are also short of people. I want to use a group of people from Hongru Academy. Great scholar, fill these vacancies.”

The great Confucians of Hongru Academy had already entered the official position during Ji Huan's time, but unfortunately they had always been hovering on the edge of the court's power and were not allowed to be reused. Even Zhang Shi only held the fictitious position of a Grand Tutor and had no real power.

Now that Murong Cheng has retired, there is a power vacuum. Ji Gong wants to take this opportunity to recruit a large number of great scholars.

In his opinion, the reason why the court is in its current situation is because the three major families control the government, and all the members of the court are members of the three major families. No one cares about the court at all, which is why the court has fallen to this point. Now that he has begun to take power, Naturally, we should be close to virtuous ministers and distant villains.

What is a wise minister?

Those great Confucian scholars at the Hongru Academy who have reached the realm of fame and fame are virtuous ministers. In Ji Gong's view, those who can achieve the realm of fame and fame must have good moral character. Only by allowing these gentlemen to take power can the world improve.

"This matter... I advise your Majesty to think twice before acting." After Zhang Shen was silent for a long time, he shook his head heavily and put forward his own suggestion.

"Why?" Ji Gong, who was full of enthusiasm, felt like he had been poured cold water on him. He thought Zhang Shen would be overjoyed, but Zhang Shi didn't look too happy and seemed a little repelled? This made Himemiya a little confused.

"Confucianism and Taoism are not related to the ability to govern." Zhang Shen looked at Ji Gong seriously: "Furthermore, the current situation in the court cannot be reversed by one or two loyal ministers. The current situation in the court requires stability. Your Majesty's method is too great. Too radical.”

Confucianism and Taoism cultivation represent a person's character, but this is two different things from doing things.

No matter what their personal ethics are, these ministers in the court now have their own way of governing. Of course, this is not the most important thing. The most important thing is that the current court has been managed by Sanhu for many years. , has formed a big network, not to say it is unbreakable, but a single move can affect the whole body.

Today's world is in turmoil and is in danger. At this time, a large number of changes in the court will inevitably set off a new round of party strife. But the reality is that the court can no longer withstand the ravages of a new round of party strife.

However, these principles are still too complicated for a boy who is only thirteen years old.

Ji Gong's face was a little gloomy, obviously she did not agree with Zhang Shen's words, and it was not easy to get angry. After all, Zhang Shen was the emperor's teacher of two dynasties and a veteran of three dynasties.

After thinking about it, Ji Gong muttered: "But I really want to recruit some virtuous people, and the court also needs some virtuous people to occupy high positions."

Hearing this, Zhang Shen hesitated for a moment and then said: "I would like to recommend a person to your Majesty. This person may be qualified to serve as the Minister of Rites or the Minister of Household Affairs. As for Sikong, I ask your Majesty to think twice."

"Who?" Ji Gong's eyes lit up when he heard this. Hongru Academy is the orthodox Confucian school in the world, and it is also a place he has always longed for. If he can be recommended by Zhang Shen, he must have good abilities. "The great scholar Li Xinian." Zhang Shen sighed. Compared with others, Li Xinian served as an official in the court and did a good job. The reason why he resigned and went into seclusion was because he couldn't understand the atmosphere of the court and was unable to change anything. This person has benevolence and means. Putting him in the position of minister can not only add a confidant to Ji Palace, but also add a capable minister to the court.

"I have heard of this person." Ji Gong nodded. Li Xinian's resignation was a big deal, causing many Confucian scholars to imitate him. Li Xinian's reputation also spread because of this. He looked at Zhang Shen: "Then the other …”

"For other official positions, Your Majesty had better use them to win over the officials in the court. Now, every official standing in the court has countless people standing behind him. Sometimes to win over one person is to win over a whole group, but who can win over and who should be suppressed? , Your Majesty still needs to think carefully." Zhang Shen reminded.

There are many Confucian practitioners in the realm of fame and fame in the world, but not many are suitable to work. Many of them entered the realm of fame through the imperial court and then returned to their hometowns as officials without caring about worldly affairs. As for the reason... Zhang knew very well, but he could not criticize anything.

Although Ji Gong was unwilling to give up, since Zhang Shen did not want to recommend him anymore, he could only put it down temporarily, nodded and said: "I understand, thank you for your teaching."

Looking at Ji Gong's look, Zhang Shen knew that he didn't listen to what he said. When young people first take charge of power, they are always ambitious and high-spirited, thinking that they can control everything, turn the world around, and never suffer a few losses. He couldn't remember the lesson at all, but being on the throne and letting him suffer would have a huge impact.

Today's Daqian, I don't know if it can withstand such a torment.

Xi Nian, I hope you can bring some changes to this great world.

Zhang Shen stood up and said goodbye to Ji Gong, but Ji Gong didn't hold him back. The answer Zhang Shen gave him today was not satisfactory to him. He turned to look at Cao Jingzhong and said: "Draw up an edict and order the general soldiers of Yanzhou to be responsible for the suppression of the Guiyi sect."

The general soldier is a position born after the decentralization of military power. He is the commander-in-chief of a state's county soldiers. It is also a third-level officer. In addition to the border troops, he is also the commander-in-chief of the military affairs within the state.

"My servant obeys the order." Cao Jingzhong bowed and said.

The imperial court's order reached Yanzhou as quickly as possible.

Yanzhou, a county adjacent to Tongyang County and Qingyu County, was also the first governor to receive the news. Looking at the edict sent by the court, a hint of ridicule flashed in the eyes of the Tongyang County governor.

"Sir, what does the court say?" a staff member asked.

"Let us fight against the bandits on our own!" Liu Wei sneered and handed the edict to his staff: "It seems that the emperor can't stand his own dog anymore."

"My lord is wise, but it is also possible that the emperor was dissatisfied with the delays in paying taxes in the counties and deliberately let the dogs bite people." After reading the edict, the staff smiled and said: "Should I inform the general of this matter?"

The graceful figure of the commander flashed through Liu Wei's mind, and a shadow flashed in his eyes. Yanzhou commander Mu Feixue was a rare female general. Women in this world can also practice cultivation and naturally join the army. However, if they can do the general There are not many female generals in the position of soldier. Mu Feixue can ascend to the position. In addition to her family background, the most important thing is that she is currently the only female fifth-level powerhouse in Daqian. She only reached the fifth rank the year before last.

Of course, this is not the point. Tongyang County is the territory of the Mu family. When Liu Wei took office as the prefect, he was very happy to cooperate with the Mu family. Liu Wei once thought about marrying Mu Feixue to further consolidate the status of the two families. This is a very common thing. , Liu Wei's family background is also worthy enough to belong to the Mu family.

But this woman refused on the grounds of cultivation, and now that she has taken advantage of the opportunity to break through to the fifth level, it is naturally even more impossible for the two of them. If Mu Feixue agreed to marry back then, now this Yanzhou Aren’t you the ones who have the final say?

"Inform her." Liu Wei sighed. Time has changed. Now Mu Feixue can't reach such a high level. But let her see her own ability. Isn't it the fifth level? She doesn't have the fifth level, but she has the sixth level. There is some here. To start a war with the Guiyi Sect, the mobilization of troops and horses will definitely have to pass Mu Feixue's level.

However, he didn't take the Guiyi Sect too seriously. When the Guiyi Sect was very powerful, he also participated in quelling the rebellion. It was precisely because of his efforts in quelling the Guiyi Sect that he took the position of prefect today.

Lu Xuan gave him the feeling that he was just ruthless in doing things. Apart from that, he was no different from the Guiyi Sect back then: "Order people to arrest the Guiyi Sect members so that Lu Xuan knows that this is not Yunzhou. It’s not his turn as a lackey to run wild!”

"Yes!" The staff nodded in agreement, bowed and retreated.

Following the issuance of Liu Wei's order, a large number of Guiyi Sect members in Tongyang County were killed or arrested. The newly established sub-rudder was directly destroyed by the county soldiers, and the head of a helm leader was sent to Qingyu. county.

The news was quickly sent to Lu Xuan.

Sanyang County, Yamen.

Lu Xuan looked at the helmsman's head and frowned slightly. Yanzhou's reaction was much more intense than expected. Is this an active provocation to let him pass?

(End of this chapter)