Jingming ten years, spring!
Li Bingming, the governor of the Northwest Metropolitan Governor's Mansion, died of a sudden illness in the Metropolitan Governor's Mansion.
Northwest shock!
The imperial court shook!
The world shook!
When Li Bingming died, the Li family was busy preparing for the funeral.
The hearts of the courtiers are in turmoil, who will be the next governor
Connecting in series, recommending candidates, making various transactions in private...
All efforts are aimed at pushing his own people to the position of governor of the Northwest.
Unexpectedly, the emperor Liu Zhao resisted all opinions, promoted Chen Zhuangshi by leaps and bounds, and appointed him as the governor of the Northwest.
This appointment was opposed by all courtiers of the court.
Shang Shusheng directly rejected the letter of appointment, and the Ministry of War also refused to cooperate.
How old is Chen Zhuangshi, what is his virtue and ability, and he can serve as the governor of the Northwest.
Yes, he made a little contribution.
But Chen Zhuangshi was not the only one who made military exploits.
There are so many noble children, so many meritorious ministers, which one is not better than Chen Zhuangshi
Could it be that he has to be promoted just because he belongs to the empress
Why
Not convinced!
Resolutely refuse!
Oppose to the end!
A scholar with no background, made a little contribution, and wanted to be the governor of the Northwest at a young age, and control all the troops along the Northwest.
dream!
The crowd was turbulent and there were many criticisms.
The daily small court meeting and the semi-monthly big court meeting are arguing about this issue every day.
Liu Zhao insisted on going his own way, it must be Chen Zhuangshi.
The three provinces and six ministries were equally resolute, resolutely opposed to the emperor's decision, and resolutely refused to sign and stamp the appointment letter.
Without the seals of Zhongshu Province, Shangshu Province, Menxia Province, Ministry of War, and Ministry of Officials, this appointment letter is invalid and does not have any power.
Even if this appointment letter without a seal is sent to Chen Zhuangshi, Chen Zhuangshi will not be able to sit in the position of Northwest Governor.
The two sides have been in a stalemate for more than a month, and no one has let go.
Fortunately, there is no war in the northwest, so this matter can be dragged on for so long.
Master Lu persuaded the emperor Liu Zhao.
"Your Majesty, it's not an option to procrastinate like this! It's not that I don't want to support Your Majesty, but that Chen Zhuangshi is indeed not qualified to be the governor of the Northwest. If His Majesty insists on going his own way, it will only chill the hearts of the heroes!"
Liu Zhao was silent, as if he had listened.
Therefore, at the Great Court Meeting a few days later, Emperor Liu Zhao suddenly announced the appointment of Gu Rui, the eldest son of the Marquis of Pingnan, as the governor of the Northwest.
As soon as this remark came out, a needle could be heard falling on the Golden Luan Hall.
The courtier who reacted quickly woke up instantly.
be cheated!
Routine! It's all a trick!
Your Majesty is too treacherous!
The emperor really has one heart. In order for Gu Rui to be the governor of the Northwest, His Majesty really took great pains.
His Majesty must be clear that directly appointing Gu Rui as the governor of the Northwest will definitely be opposed.
So he first proposed an appointment that no one would agree to, and Chen Zhuangshi was the appointment that no one would agree to.
it is good!
The courtiers opposed Chen Zhuangshi.
Now I have compromised under your objection.
For another person, Gu Rui, honor, military merit, and age have all met the conditions. What reason do you have to object
Who dares to object, I will turn my face!
Don't forget, I have already compromised.
Dear friends, you also have to compromise.
This matter has to be compromised by both parties, and I cannot compromise alone.
In the Golden Luan Hall, the courtiers all had bitter faces.
Your Majesty's tricks are too deep.
What now
Do you want to turn against the emperor and continue to oppose him
Some shook their heads, some nodded, but no one spoke.
Gu Rui, as the governor of the Northwest, has the qualifications. When they fought Beirong Xiliang, they made great achievements in battle.
As the vice president of the military academy, he has made a lot of achievements.
He is also a scholar himself, if his family members did not stop him from taking the imperial examination, there would be an extra civil servant of noble background in the court.
Compromise
Compromise!
After a few glances back and forth, the courtier already had an answer.
"Your Majesty is wise!"
This is the attitude of the courtiers, who agreed to Gu Rui as the governor of the Northwest.
When the news reached the Pingnanhou Mansion, the whole family was shocked.
Prior to this, the empress did not disclose the slightest information to them.
Only Gu Rui got the news in advance. He knew that His Majesty would promote him, and had silently handed over the work of the Military Academy a few days ago. Prepare for the trip to the Northwest.
Gu Rui went to the palace to thank him.
Emperor Liu Zhao encouraged him.
In the end, he even teased him, marrying a good wife can lead to a smoother life.
Marrying an unsuitable woman, tossing and wasting a few years. The whole day long love for children, the whole person is almost abolished.
Gu Rui looked ashamed.
What can he say
It can only be said that everyone has youthful impulsiveness, when they do things based on their feelings, and when they lose their minds.
Lost in the quagmire of feelings and unable to extricate yourself, wasting a few years and almost destroying your future, do you regret it
There is no way to answer this question.
Because he used to really love Jia Shi.
He couldn't deny that he had given his heart.
What he has to do is to learn lessons, face up to his shortcomings, work hard, love his wife and son, and shelter his wife and children from wind and rain.
After leaving Xingqing Palace, Gu Rui came to Chang'an Palace again.
The conversation in Chang'an Palace is very common.
Gu Jiu cut to the chase, "You can take your family to the northwest, just follow the way Uncle Chengping did back then. You must save face in this matter, and don't let people catch you and go there in the name of taking care of the property. Although everyone I know what's going on, but this operation can always block some people's mouths.
As the governor of the Northwest, people from all directions are staring at you, so there is nothing wrong with being cautious. Ben Gong helped you to this position, and then you have to rely on yourself to cover the bottom line. Don't do things you can't figure out. If you do, don't let anyone find out. Otherwise, I will not spare you lightly. "
Gu Rui bowed and said: "Thank you, Empress Empress, for your reminder, I dare not let Empress Empress worry about it."
Gu Jiu let out a "huh" and continued, "Don't worry about Chen Zhuangshi, he won't be your hindrance. The official document to transfer him from the northwest is already on the way."
Recalling this, Rui was really surprised, "The empress is going to transfer Chen Zhuangshi away from the northwest?"
"You don't want to?" Gu Jiu looked at him with a half-smile.
Gu Rui shook his head again and again, "I naturally hope that no one will hinder me. It is convenient for me to transfer Chen Zhuangshi away from the northwest. I am just curious about how to arrange Chen Zhuangshi next. He is a leader who grew up on the battlefield. General, it is a pity to leave the battlefield."
Gu Jiu smiled and said: "You don't have to worry about Chen Zhuangshi, I have other arrangements for him. You go to the northwest, and guard the northwest for your majesty and for me. Always pay attention to the movement in Xiliang."
"The humble minister obeys the order!"
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On the day Chen Zhuangshi returned to the capital, Gu Rui left the capital with his own soldiers.
The two met outside the city gate and had some exchanges, or rivalry.
When Chen Zhuangshi entered the capital, he first went to the Ministry of War to communicate with him, and waited for the palace to summon him.
That night, he made an appointment with Yan Ci, Wang Xuecheng. The three good buddies reunited after being separated for many years, singing loudly, all drunk.
The words are full of nostalgia for the youthful years.
It's a pity that Yang Ji is missing in a small group of four.
"At the beginning, I knew Brother Yang was the highest flyer among us, but I didn't expect that he could fly so high in such a short period of time. His name has long been spread all over the world, at home and abroad. His current The achievement is something that ninety-nine percent of the people in the world can't achieve in their lifetime, so I'm really happy for him, happy!"
Yan Ci was so drunk that he didn't expect to speak in a very orderly manner.
He patted Chen Zhuangshi on the shoulder again, "Brother Chen, if you suffer a disadvantage, you will suffer only if you study hard. You can only be a scholar. If you are like Brother Yang, if you are like Brother Yang, you will not only get a third-ranking examination, but you will be a Jinshi on the second list. The position is in your pocket. There is no place for Gu Shizi."
Chen Zhuangshi laughed, "I don't care if the governor is not the governor."
Yan Ci chuckled, "Brother Chen's words are really too hypocritical. We have been friends for many years, if you are upset, just say it. Don't worry, Brother Wang and I are both strict-mouthed people, and we promise not to talk nonsense outside."
Chen Zhuangshi held Yan Ci's shoulders, "Brother Yan, you really misunderstood me. I'm not hypocritical, I really don't care about that position. Do you know why? Because there has been no large-scale war in the Northwest for a few years. Fighting. Idle! I'm almost moldy from being idle. The position of the Great Commander is indeed quite rare. But if there is no battle to fight, what's the point of being a good position.
Fighting is the foundation of my life, understand? If there is no war, I can't compare to those honorable children in every way, so how can I stand out. Your Majesty's order to transfer me back to the capital, actually, I was a little excited inside. I just hope that His Majesty can arrange for me an errand that can fight, even if it is to be the leader of the gang, I am happy. "
"Hypocrisy, brother Chen is really hypocritical! If you are really given the position of a leader, you should be scolded for being blind. Brother Chen, you have been fighting for so many years, how did you lose the beautiful quality of sincerity? " Yan Ci issued a torture from the soul.
Wang Xuecheng teased Chen Zhuangshi together with Yan Ci, "Brother Chen regards us as his soldiers and wants to fight with us."
"Brother Wang's words are poking my heart!" Chen Zhuangshi pretended to be injured, but he didn't look like it. Others didn't laugh, but he himself laughed first.
He laughed, and after laughing, he said: "To be honest, I really envy Brother Yang. He is a great contributor to the expansion of the territory. My little contribution in front of him only makes me feel ashamed. I just don't know. When will Brother Yang come back?"
"We are all looking forward to Brother Yang's return to Beijing as soon as possible. Many people say that Brother Yang will be the next Zhongshu Ling. I don't know how likely it is."
"It depends on what your majesty and empress want."
"When will Brother Chen enter the palace?"
Chen Zhuangshi drank his wine and shook his head, "I don't know! I have to wait for the notice from the palace. These days I live in Xinmin County, and I will get close to you."
Yan Ci raised his wine glass, "That's great! I'll also take a few days off, and accompany Brother Chen to see the beautiful scenery of the capital. The capital has changed a lot in the years that Brother Chen is away. Tomorrow, I will take a double-track carriage."
"Then it's a deal! When I was in the northwest, I heard people say that there is a double-track carriage in the capital. I must feel it."