King of Song

Chapter 499 Chapter [-] A Good Start

"Meet Lu Gong!"

Lin Zhao bowed respectfully to Wen Yanbo. In terms of seniority, Wen Yanbo is the elder; in terms of official position, Wen Xiang can serve as the general judge of the Daming Mansion and the envoy of Hebei Road Xuanfu in the capacity of Sikong; Duke of the state, and Lin Zhao is only Marquis of Weiyuan.With his current status, no matter what, he should pay a grand visit to Mr. Wen.

Of course, in fact Lin Zhao's status is extremely noble.But it's still a secret and must be low-key.Furthermore, even as a prince, it seems reasonable to salute such a respected official as Wen Yanbo.Take it all as Corporal Li Xian!What's more, Wen Xianggong is also the person he urgently needs to win over.

Wen Yanbo knew Lin Zhao, and when Lin Zhao argued fiercely in the court over the Ayun case, Wen Xianggong was all in his eyes.Although I didn't meet many times afterwards, I still have a deep impression on this rare young handsome man.

"Marquis Weiyuan, don't need to be too polite!" Lin Zhao called Lu Gong to show respect, while Wen Yanbo did whatever he wanted, and was also commensurate with his title, without any slightest contempt for this junior.

The title of nobility tells things, except for those descendants of the Zhao family's clan, or descendants of heroes, but they are born hereditary or gracious.It is really not easy for other people to be knighted.Wen Yanbo has served as Zaifu for more than ten years, and only veterans who have gone through three dynasties are eligible to be named Duke.

This can also be regarded as the Song Dynasty's attention and favor to the ministers and ministers. For example, Kou Zhun was named the Duke of Lai (posthumously), Fu Bi was already the Duke of Zheng, and even Han Xianggong, who had just been dismissed from the Daming Mansion, still retained the title of Duke of Lai. With the title of Wei Guogong.But they have one thing in common, they are all in their sixtieth year, and they are all qualified, and they have worked hard for a lifetime to get the title.

Lin Zhao was different. Although the Marquis was inferior, Lin Zhao was only in his early twenties.Can the 20-year-old Hou Ye of the Song Dynasty have a second one?It's a different story for those rich and noble children who have become a man.In terms of merit alone, being named a marquis is already a very lofty status.Some prime ministers, or powerful and contributing ministers in the court, did not have such honors.For example, Wang Anshi, in the end, only had the title of Earl of Linchuan.

Weiyuan Marquis Lin Zhao, that title is a wonderful flower in the Song Dynasty, an existence that makes people surprised and envied.Even Wen Yanbo didn't dare to underestimate such a transcendent existence!
"Brother Wen Shi!"

Seeing Wen Jifu behind him, Lin Zhao immediately greeted him.Unexpectedly, Wen Yanbo brought this son with him.This is very good, I have some friendship with Wen Jifu, and with him around, it will be much easier to build a relationship with Wen Xianggong.

"Brother Dongyang!" Wen Jifu cupped his hands in return, which was completely a courtesy among ordinary friends, but also somewhat respectful.After all, he was still in vain, and Lin Zhao was already a servant, Lord Marquis.

"Is it going well on Wen Road?"

Wen Yanbo laughed and said, "Fortunately, Mr. Tuolin, the Hebei Road is gradually recovering its tranquility, and the road is smooth!"

"Wen Gong's words are serious, if you don't give up, just call me Dongyang!" Lin Zhao was very low-key and humble in front of Wen Yanbo.It is the habit of the ancient people to address brothers, friends, or elders with pronouns.Lin Dongyang just hoped to get closer to Wen Yanbo through this method.

"Then you're welcome, old man!" Wen Yanbo was very easy-going, and he hoped to have a good relationship with Lin Zhao.But at least so far, he has not realized that Lin Zhao also has the same purpose, and it has ulterior motives.

Lin Zhao smiled and said, "It's good that Duke Wen is here, Hebei Road is waiting for you to preside over the overall situation!"

"Hey, isn't Dongyang doing very well? In just over a month, Hebei Road is so peaceful, which is something ordinary people can't do." Wen Yanbo sighed deeply. At this time, it seems understandable that Lin Zhao is in Bozhou. It's tricky.Of course, asking to be cut with a knife can have a certain deterrent effect, but how can there be such a ruthless trampling of chaotic horses?
Such a move by Lin Zhao scared the officials of all sizes on Hebei Road.Ghost Seeing Worry Lin Shilang can't afford to offend him!If the adventure fails and he captures it, the consequences will be disastrous!

Let me ask, who wants to be left without bones?

lucky?

Is there any luck in front of Lin Shilang?With Han Xianggong's thorough cover, Lin Shilang still found out and punished him mercilessly. Can others get away with it?There is no danger of leaving any bones, no one dares to try it lightly.As a result, the official atmosphere on Hebei Road has improved a lot.

There are far fewer cases of dereliction of duty, enriching private pockets, and using power for personal gain, especially when it comes to river governance, officials are cooperating like never before.There is no obstruction, no damage, and the efficiency of river governance is unprecedentedly high.It is also related to the fact that the breach can be blocked so quickly.

Wen Yanbo had a feeling that this time the river control should be successful, Zhao Xu was right to choose Lin Zhao to be in charge.Then the plan and tools and materials are important, but the means of people are more important.Lin Zhaozhi's ruthlessness and toughness are really few people can match.Is it because of this consideration that he trampled on horses in Bozhou?
Before, he didn't know how to answer his son's question, but after seeing Lin Zhao, Wen Yanbo suddenly figured it out, maybe there is such a reason!
But actually?Wen Xianggong still couldn't see through Lin Shilang for a while, so that's all he could think of for the time being.

"Hey, it's just a coincidence!"

It wasn't a coincidence, if it wasn't for that stupid nephew of Han Qi who gave the truth, how could it be so easy for Lin Zhao to gain prestige?Wen Yanbo smiled, and said in a low voice: "Dongyang is also very efficient. I heard that the breach has been blocked? But because of new materials like cement? I really want to see it!"

When mentioning breach, Lin Zhao's heart skipped a beat. What does Wen Yanbo mean?Could it be that he was dissatisfied with blocking his decision in advance?Can't it?

"Ha, cement concrete is one aspect. It just happened that the flood receded. It was a rare dry season, and with the cooperation of the local army and civilians, it was successful." Lin Zhao pondered for a moment, and said in a low voice: "As for river control, I also feel for the stones. Crossing the river, I came here indiscriminately, and I always wanted to ask Wen Gong for advice. It's a pity that I was in a hurry, so I didn't take care of it, so I asked Wen Gong for advice!"

This is a very indirect explanation to Wen Yanbo. If you want to come to Wen Xianggong, you can understand it. As for the reaction, let people wait and see?

Wen Xianggong, don't let me down!
Wen Yanbo is an old man, how could he not understand what Lin Zhao said?Immediately smiled and said: "Don't worry about Dongyang, the opportunity to control the river is rare, don't delay, you have done a good job. Moreover, the old man does not have much experience in river control, and your plans are good. You can listen to the hydraulic engineering. If you have any opinion, just let go and do it. You are the arbitrary minister of river governance, and I listened to the matter of river governance, and I fully support it."

"If that's the case, thank you, Duke Wen!" Lin Zhao affirmed that Wen Yanbo was definitely not the kind of small-hearted person who would not care about such important matters as river governance.

"It should!" Wen Yanbo smiled and said: "The dam is closed, so the next step is dredging?"

"That's right!" Lin Zhao nodded and said, "Blocking the breach is only one aspect. The most important thing is dredging. If the river cannot be dredged before the flood arrives in the coming year, there will still be a danger of a breach."

"Isn't there cement? I heard that these new materials are so impregnable in construction?" Wen Jifu interrupted and asked.

Lin Zhao said with a smile: "Concrete made of cement, steel, and stones is indeed very strong, but all the channels of the Yellow River from Sanmenxia need to be reinforced, which cannot be completed in a short time.

It is conservatively estimated that to reinforce the entire embankment with concrete, it will take at least five to ten years to go all out, and the financial, material and manpower will be quite a lot..."

"That's it!" Wen Jifu was suddenly depressed. Many people thought the same as him, thinking that with concrete, the Yellow River embankment would be solid and there would be no more problems. However, there are still many problems. It's that easy!
"It's not just that!" Lin Zhao said, "In fact, the main problem of flooding in the Yellow River is the soil erosion in the upper reaches of Shaanxi/Road. The loess there is relatively loose, and when it encounters heavy rain, it will flow into the Yellow River with the water, resulting in serious sedimentation. It is very difficult to change this situation in the short term, and the only thing we can do now is to dredge the river as much as possible, otherwise, even if the concrete dam does not collapse, the dam will overflow.

Therefore, the current solution can only be to dredge the river and reinforce the key embankments, hoping to survive the past few years and gradually manage the Yellow River. "

"Did you hear that? There are many ways to manage rivers. The sages said that you should apply what you have learned. You have read so much, but have you ever known this?" Wen Yanbo turned around and taught Wen Jifu next to him.

"Yes!"

Wen Jifu was also deeply touched. In the past, he always felt that only the collection of classics and history, poetry and book etiquette are elegant, and they should be learned by people with lofty ideals.As for things like water conservancy projects, they are all inferior to others, and they are not eye-catching at all.But after meeting Lin Zhao, Wen Jifu had a new understanding.

My father was right, this is to apply what you have learned!In the past, river governance could not be successful, probably because there were many ministers who didn't understand water conservancy at all, only knew how to quote scriptures, and intrigue. How could they be as professional as Lin Zhao?

People often compliment him as a young talent, but compared to Lin Zhaoyi, he is really nothing!Wen Jifu only felt quite ashamed!At the same time, he was also very curious, why Lin Zhao is so powerful, he knows everything, he really is an all-round talent!

"Dongyang, if it's convenient, I want Jifu to follow you to see the process of river regulation, so that this kid can learn a lot. If there is something that can be of use to him, I can also let him experience it."

Lin Zhao didn't expect that Wen Yanbo would suddenly make such a request, let's just call it a request!It's normal for the rich and powerful to place nephews, but in this day and age, can scholars appreciate such projects as river governance?Wen Yanbo was actually willing to let his son do this in a humble way, really...

To be honest, Lin Zhao was a little surprised!

Wen Yanbo said earnestly: "Now the old man understands that it is better to travel thousands of miles than to read thousands of books, but it is better to do one thing than to travel thousands of miles! Even the Jinshi named on the gold list has good knowledge, but they are messy in doing things. , the ability is not at all, it should be because there is too little exercise."

Is this the purpose?It's really hard for Wen Xianggong to have such insight, which is already much more enlightened than other people in this era.Wen Hefu is his most valued son, he is well educated, if he stays with him and keeps on educating him, he will definitely be able to thrive in the officialdom in the future.If the ability to do things is no longer said, the future will inevitably be the sky.

Wen Xianggong has a long-term vision!

Lin Zhao naturally agreed to such a small matter, and it was his wish.Lin Zhao couldn't say how happy he was to have such an opportunity to close the relationship with Wen Yanbo.Especially since it was mentioned by Wen Xianggong on his own initiative, he could save a lot of tongue-in-cheek, and there would be less traces of wooing. Everything went on smoothly and naturally.

Everything is difficult at the beginning, but this time, because of Wen Xianggong's initiative, the beginning became very smooth.

"Thanks to you, it is my honor to work with brother Jifu!" Lin Zhao immediately agreed cheerfully, not to mention how beautiful he was.

Binding your son with me is still your best son, it will be difficult for Wen Xianggong if you don't help me!

Wen Yanbo's idea is very simple, he just wants his son to experience it and learn some advantages from Lin Zhao.At the same time, he believes that Lin Zhao is deeply favored by Zhao Xu, and maintaining a good relationship with Lin Zhao can also indirectly maintain a good relationship with officials.That's why he would do this again. He didn't know about Lin Zhao's special identity and Lin Zhao's ulterior motives.

Other people's "pit" has just been dug, and it's too late to lay a trap, but he is already impatient and jumps in!Some things just coincide with each other like this, perhaps this is the so-called providence!
"By the way, Dongyang's affairs on Hebei Road are still going smoothly? Have you encountered any difficulties recently?" Wen Yanbo asked angrily: "Now the old man is here, if you need help with anything, just ask, the old man has tried his best to help !" The implication was actually to ask if Han Qi's disciples and old officials were obedient, and if there was any misconduct.In fact, he was also asking whether Han Qi would fight back. These were not only related to Lin Zhao, but also related to whether he could successfully take over Hebei and fulfill the expectations of the official Zhao Xu.

Haha, really come up with whatever you want, Wen Xianggong is really a good man!Lin Zhao said with emotion, "Mr. Wen, then I'm not welcome!"
"How about it?"

Only then did Lin Zhao show embarrassment, and slowly said: "There was no trouble before, but there is something very difficult now, and it may become trouble in the future. I just want to ask Mr. Wen for advice!"

"What's the matter, but it's okay to say!" The corner of Wen Yanbo's mouth twitched, and he just said, how could Hebei Road be completely calm?This is not Han Xianggong's style at all!
"Is such that……"

Lin Zhao shook his head secretly, Xiao Guanyin, I'm sorry!This is also for the good of your children, and the matter of face is no longer taken into account.I can only promise you to send them back safely.

(End of this chapter)