Zhao Defang's road to the virtuous king

"It was still yesterday." Kou Zhun smiled

"Didn't you say we'll see it today?"

"My lord, please help me." Kou Zhun said

At this time, several ministers walked by and asked, "I said Kou Canzhi, what are you asking the prince for help?"

"This is a matter between Ben Shenzhi and the prince." Kou Zhun straightened his waist and said, "Why are you asking so many questions?"

"We don't bother to ask." The minister shook his head, "My lord, you are a majestic and worthy king, and you can't take care of Kou Shenzhi's affairs."

Defang opened his eyes and smiled, "That's right, hehehe, the lonely king didn't promise him anything."

Hu Yanzan came over, "Get out of the way, don't hang around in front of our lord, I said Mr. Kou, don't bother the lord, talk about your own affairs."

Defang took a sip of tea, "General Huyan, it's alright, don't make trouble, Mr. Kou, let's talk about your matter later."

"Yes, my lord." Kou Zhun turned to look at the ministers, "Hey, it's really smoky, please open the door quickly."

Several ministers looked at each other and said, "I said Mr. Kou, what do you mean?"

Defang stood up, "Okay, Kou Zhun, don't always be like this to your colleagues, or if you have something to do in the future, let's see who will help you."

At this time, the servant came in, "My lord, my lords, please enter the hall."

All the ministers entered the hall and stood in their places, De Fang stepped up the imperial steps and stood there, Zhang Wenxi, the servant, came out and preached, "The emperor is here!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty" the minister stood up, Taizong looked at Defang and said, "Nephew, sit down."

"Thank you, Your Majesty" Defang took his seat, Taizong discussed the political affairs with his ministers and said, "Masters, do you still remember the battle between my Great Song Dynasty and Liaozi Hehan last year?"

"I remember," the ministers replied.

"Well," Taizong nodded, "in the battle of Zihehan, the defender Zhe Yuqing made great achievements in battle, but died young due to overwork, I am very sad. A month ago, I ordered Zhe Yuqing's son to come to Beijing. I want him to serve in Beijing, what do you think?"

Lu Meng stepped forward and said, "Return to Your Majesty, I feel that this is your Majesty's grace. The Zhe family has been loyal and brave to serve the country, and has received the emperor's favor for the world. However, the border wars continue, and the heirs are difficult to prosper. Now your Majesty has given you the favor to let General Zhe's son come to Beijing to serve as an official." Officer, this is a gift from heaven, and the minister agrees."

"Well," Taizong said, "The prime minister's words are exactly what I think. I want to defeat the general who is seriously ill and still preside over the battle, so that the Liao people will not dare to invade the south. He is a real hero."

"Your Majesty," said Wang Ji'en, "I wonder what position Your Majesty will arrange for the general's son?"

"I think..." Taizong was about to say something when Kou Zhun stepped forward and said, "I would like to inform Your Majesty that I believe that General Zhe's son should be assigned to the Ministry of Officials."

Taizong was stunned for a moment, Defang looked at Kou Zhun, and thought to himself, you Kou Zhun, you are really brave enough to interrupt the emperor, isn't this asking for trouble? Taizong looked at Kou Zhun and frowned and asked, " Kou Aiqing, why do you want to arrange for him to serve in the Ministry of Officials?"

"Return to Your Majesty" Kou Zhun said, "I have checked Zhe Weizheng's resume. He took part in the scientific examination in his early years and passed the examination and provincial examination. Lieutenant, in recent years, took over as Zhizhou, Zhewei is a rare talent who is capable of writing and martial arts, Zhewei is loyal to the emperor and patriotic, and I believe that letting Zhewei work in the Ministry of Officials will definitely benefit our Song Dynasty officials."

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