I became the son of Renzong

Chapter 854 The Show

When the prince came to Jingzhao Mansion, he met Zong Ze in an inn.

The inn is very simple, so simple that Jingzhao Mansion even suggested calling Zong Ze to the mansion for questioning, but it was the prince who insisted on visiting in person.

That's right, the prince was surprised after reading the article, and the cabinet was so cautious, which made the prince pay more attention to Zong Ze.The cabinet can see that the officials are reserve cabinet ministers for the crown prince, and the crown prince naturally knows his father's intentions.

Since he is his future minister, the prince doesn't mind lowering his figure to visit.

On this point, the prince has learned [-]% from his father, and even this time he went out of Beijing to act in a low-key manner.If it wasn't for Zongze's unknown address, even the Jingzhao Mansion wouldn't be alarmed.

Ordinary scholars in the state capital are the guests of the Goulan Restaurant, and they are deeply loved by Xiaojiao Niang.Because the scholar and the jiaoniang belong to a complementary relationship, the jiaoniang needs the poetry of the scholar, and the scholar also borrows the jiaoniang to become famous.

As for the money and food involved, it is not necessarily the support of the scholars, and sometimes Jiao Niang is more dependent on the scholars.For example, Su Shi and Su Zizhan, Liu Yong and Liu Jingzhuang earlier.

After the prince saw this simple inn, Zong Ze's impression improved a bit.

When the crown prince saw Zongze, he did not let the Jingzhao Mansion get involved, so he brought an inner eunuch and a clerk in.Of course, this companion is not Li Yan, Li Yan is sick...

I don't know what the crown prince and Zong Ze talked about, but they talked for a long time, and even the troops stationed around the inn were provided with marching rations for the meals.

Jingzhao Mansion asked for instructions to deliver food, but the prince refused.

I don't understand that the prince's show is still sincere. Anyway, once this matter is over, the prince's reputation for being talented will be established.

The prince has been a local official, and he is a rare prince. To be able to have a meal with a down-and-out scholar in such a simple inn is enough to explain a lot.

When the crown prince and Zong Ze returned to Beijing in a carriage together, it was already time to release the government...
"Son is good!"

Zhao Xi is in a good mood, and the prince's performance today is indeed good.Not that he can condescend, but because he can make the most of this opportunity.

"It's the third brother who teaches well."

Tao Niang also heard about what happened to the prince today, although she doesn't know who Zong Ze is, but she must be someone who can spread the topic to Neiyuan.

"Officials, empress, the prince is asking to see..."

It is estimated that Zongze has settled down, and he should have come to report the situation.The prince is still careful, Zhao Xi actually doesn't care about this.

Not to mention preparing for his son's future, even the current cabinet, the crown prince will not have any grudges if he gets closer to Zhao Xi.

However, the prince's actions made people feel comfortable. Looking at Tao Niang's expression, one could tell that this mother was very pleased.

"Father, when the child saw Zong Rulin, he temporarily lived in a shabby room in a back alley..."

Starting from Zongze's place of residence, the prince described in detail everything he had met and talked with Zongze, with obvious appreciation and even admiration in his words.

"The reason why Zong Rulin didn't take part in the big exam is that he has accumulated a lot of money and traveled thousands of miles to know the government affairs of the country and understand the affairs of the world. The child asked his father for a favor, and promised Zong Rulin an official status..."

"Have you ever disclosed this favor to Zong Ze?"

"Go back to Daddy, never. My son sees Zong Rulin's temperament, and I may not agree to it, but my son needs to do this."

It's interesting.Looking at his son, Zhao Xi could feel his son's growth more and more.

How should I put this matter, it is not difficult to give Zong Ze an official position, or in other words, Zong Ze may not be able to respond.Most of the literati in the country are still proud.

Zong Ze can temporarily put aside the scientific research and travel around the world, that is to say, Zong Ze has great ambitions.Such people will not choose shortcuts, and are more inclined to obtain them fairly.

And the crown prince begged for Zongze's favor, no matter what the result was, the crown prince's condescending reputation today would be considered as a bargaining chip.

"Since you think you should do this, then I will also meet this Zong Rulin."

In fact, Zhao Xi wanted to meet him a long time ago, but his status was not suitable. At this time, even if it was to cooperate with his son's show, he could still meet Zong Ze.

"Zong Rulin, when do you think the battle between the Northern Liao Dynasty and the Guochao will be fought?"

Zong Ze never expected that the officials would ask such a question as he was a grassroots person.Although I have all the opinions on this matter, I definitely don't think I can make irresponsible remarks in front of the officials.

That's just my own so-called humble opinion. I can't wait for the elegant hall, so I dare not say it casually in front of the officials.

"Grass people dare not make unreasonable opinions."

"It's okay, let's listen to it, the article is well written, you must let me know if you are knowledgeable?"

Zong Ze especially wanted to see the face and expression of the official, so as to judge whether the official was angry or teasing...

"The grassroots believe that if the country declares war, it should be later, after the governance of the southwest and northwest is improved. If we talk about the Northern Liao Dynasty, there are many factors that induce the war, such as Dingkou's southward migration, or the four princes' strategy of the East China Sea to the north, etc. Any number of reasons could lead to war."

Zong Ze was also stubborn, especially when the official's sentence was knowledgeable, which made him hold back his energy, so he really spoke nonsense.

"Oh, what do you mean by the improvement of governance? It is difficult for an ethnic group to return to their hearts without the assimilation of one or two generations. Even the Northern Liao Dynasty, which has occupied Yanyun for a hundred years, has limited use of Han officials. Use it. Doesn’t it take a long time for Guochao to start a war against Liao?"

After all, Zong Ze is only in his twenties, and being discerning doesn't mean he can fully understand the situation of both sides.Zhao Xi is really not accusing, but pointing out.

Perfection is the best, but how much perfection exists in the world.

"It is impossible to achieve the ultimate in everything. It can only be weighed to a certain extent in order to make a decision. If everything is really ready, I am afraid that nothing will be possible."

"Forget it, I don't intend to embarrass you. In view of your article and the communication between the crown prince and you, the crown prince asks you for a favor and rewards you with an official status. What do you think?"

I didn’t say embarrassment is not embarrassment, this sentence is really embarrassing, how can the government reward the grassroots, but also need to ask the grassroots themselves for their opinions?

To put it bluntly, Zhao Xi didn't really want to reward Zongze with any official status, and the prince didn't really want to.Although Guochao didn't say that Hanlin was not allowed to join the cabinet, if he didn't pass the imperial examination, he would always be despised in the court.

Since the crown prince values ​​it, Zhao Xi still hopes that Zongze will have such a process.As for saying this, it is nothing more than letting the prince's show stand in the open.Shi En also has to be known.

"The grass people are deeply terrified, and thank the prince for recommending him. However, the grass people think that although the national imperial examination is harsh, the grass people still want to give it a try."

Zong Ze had never been exposed to the way of the emperor, so he would not doubt the prince's request.Similarly, Zong Ze had heard of the difference between Jinshi and non-jinshi.

"Forget it, I will give you the Gongyuan and the Martial Arts Hall to walk around. In this way, there will be a place for such articles in the future..."

(End of this chapter)