I became the son of Renzong

Chapter 776
Zhang Dun was summoned by the officials, and it was already the fifth day after the so-called triumphant return.

This is not to say that the officials are so busy that they don't even care about meeting the heroes, nor that the officials have any opinions on Zhang Dun, but that the entire process of suing the ancestors needs to be completed.

"Zihou, are you bothered? Some procedures are necessary. The court needs this kind of ceremony, and the sense of ritual is also part of the government. Besides, such a ceremony is conducive to the implementation of some government..."

Zhang Dun is familiar with the official's directness, just like when chatting in the martial arts hall.

We have also discussed these red tape matters earlier, and everyone seems to have a consensus on this, which is exactly what the officials say.This is the ritual, the ritual that must exist.

"Zihou, you're doing really well for this Southern Expedition..."

No matter how grand the ceremony is, Zhang Dun is not at ease with these words.As far as Zhang Dun is concerned, many things in this Southern Expedition are a bit preemptive, and there are even suspicions of overstepping.

With this sentence from the official, Zhang Dun was completely relieved.

"The minister is a bit laissez-faire, and I hope the officials will punish..."

"No, what you did is really good. No matter what the courtiers say, there is nothing more suitable for me than what you do."

Zhao Xi plays very casually with people who are close to him, or who he values ​​particularly, and even chat with them on an equal footing.

"Tell me, how does it feel?"

The official's question is similar to the prince's question, but the focus of the question is different.

"Excuse me, speak frankly..."

"It's okay, just treat it as me chatting with you in the martial arts hall."

"Officials, at the end of the final meeting, the second prince asked the minister to bring a message, saying: Gu understands, Gu will not disappoint..."

After saying this, Zhang Dun waited.Zhang Dun has always wondered whether it was an official conspiracy, but Zhong Jianzhong said that he didn't get out for a long time.At this time, if there is such an opportunity, how can Zhang Dun let it go.

He knew that the official's almost extreme self-confidence would not evade this question.

"Zihou, do you have any thoughts?"

Zhao Xi looked at Zhang Dun... This is a straightforward person, but he really dares to ask.

"Officials, not at all. In the end, the second prince had something to say, which gave me some ideas. The second prince said: Market exchange may be a good way... Therefore, I thought that the official family had a plan long ago. The first-generation and second-generation firearms eliminated in the workshop city are sold, equipped with the strength of the other side, and adopt the method of gradually eroding, and finally complete the erection of copper pillars in Annan like Ma Yuan, and perfect Jingzhou Xiangjun..."

Zhang Dun's boldness is notorious, and there are some taboos and etiquette. Zhang Dun's personality seems to be a little out of touch with this era, and the severity is not even comparable to that of Zhao Xi.That's right, it's understandable for a person who hooks up with his own family's uncle and concubine, and is cast aside by others, to disobey etiquette.

"I don't have that intention. Let's put it this way. Throughout history, most of the dynasties changed from north to south. Whether it was Zhou Wu's destruction of Shang, or Qin Huang's unification, and later Wei Jin, Wu Huan Hua, until the former The Sui and Tang Dynasties are all from north to south."

"So, I never thought that the south would pose a great threat to the country, but the north. The Northern Liao Dynasty was corrupt, and the barbarians further north, because of the difficult living conditions, also created their characteristics... No Afraid of hardship."

"The reason why I still spared his life after such an incident happened is that since he is pretentious, I gave him a chance to make a living, and it is also to leave a way out for me, Da Song, in case of accidents."

Zhao Xi said this, but he was also somewhat interested in what Zhang Dun said.However, this matter needs to be left behind...if you can gain a foothold, you will be eligible for support.

"The official statement is what Uncle Yi speculates..."

"You say this to each other?"

"No, Uncle Zhong Yi has a very good view of the overall situation, and there are some things that the minister discusses more than him. Uncle Yi saw that the minister was entangled, so he analyzed it like this."

"You think, can he succeed?"

"Officials, forgive me for speaking bluntly. I thought that with the current strength, it would be difficult to expand. I didn't worry about whether the head belonged to Duan Lianyi himself. I thought that when he escaped from Shanchan City, Duan Lianyi should have swept the royal family of Dali. It will be the basis for gaining a foothold in Annan."

"Besides, most of the accompanying generals are the guards of the Dali royal family. At that time, I always considered that this was an official plan, so I was worried that Duan Lianyi's death would not be conducive to gaining a foothold..."

Throughout the whole process, Zhang Dun believes that the officials are very clear.When checking the merits, no matter whether it was the crown prince, the cabinet, the Ministry of War, or the Privy Council, they all ignored the matter of Duan Lianyi's head.

To make officials suspicious, it is better to report truthfully.Zhang Dun understands what kind of people the officials are.

"It doesn't matter. The Duan family is just a Duan family. It doesn't make any difference to Guochao whether they become monks or flee. At present, Zheng Jiefu and Jingting can still control their lives in Dali. Death is not the only way."

"Besides, on this matter, both the empress and the crown prince were tolerant, and they didn't demand what to do. They even interceded everywhere and asked me to let me go... I'm afraid the crown prince will also ask you?"

Seeing that Zhang Dun wanted to explain, Zhao Xi waved his hands and said, "You are loyal to me because I deserve your loyalty, but I will not be so subtle that you say everything."

"You and the prince, that's the friendship between you, and it doesn't conflict with being loyal to me, so there's no need to explain it to me."

"Actually, for me, how easy is it to deal with a talented son like this? It's just that I don't want the change of imperial power in the Song Dynasty to be as bloody as the previous dynasty."

"Although I don't necessarily require the order of the elders and younger ones, the succession of the Datong is still based on the development needs of the country. Compared with the prince, he is still too radical..."

This is Zhao Xi's lament, and Zhang Dun will naturally not make casual remarks.Casually is not unscrupulous, the affairs inside the palace wall are not for the courtiers to meddle in.

"Let's not talk about it, the imperial court should reward this great achievement. I want to ask, what do you think?"

"Officials, ministers follow orders..."

Can this be requested?Zhang Dun is not that stupid.After the love statement is over, it is obvious that he is now a monarch and a minister.

"After the new year, it's time for a new term. Not only the change of participating in and discussing state affairs, but also the cabinet ministers have the intention to retire..."

"I don't think it's appropriate to adjust this matter, so I don't want to do any rewards for you and other heroes for the time being, and I will deal with them together when the election is over."

"The behavior of the Southern Expedition Army in Annan this time is indeed somewhat criticized, and I just took this opportunity to cool off..."

This kind of thing can't be fooled. Zhao Xi said it before his head to avoid resentment in the general's heart.

"You do other people's work. My request is that the hearts of the soldiers should not be cold, and the court's criticisms must also be taken care of."

Zhao Xi didn't say that there must be something later. Looking at Zheng Xia now, he should understand that he will be blamed for the imperial court, and he will be rewarded generously.

Besides, if Zhang Dun couldn't understand what he said, he should hit him with tofu and kill him.

(End of this chapter)