When Mei Changsu went out, he decided that King Jing had almost finished dealing with the affairs of the military. But when he entered the Huying Hall, he saw the most useful team in King Jing's hands standing neatly inside. , most of them are acquaintances, and a few do not know each other, and they are all military elites with firm eyes and tall stature. When King Jing came in, everyone immediately clasped their fists and saluted.
"This is Mr. Su Zhesu." King Jing introduced briefly, and after thinking about it, he reluctantly added, "It's this king's friend... We will take care of each other in the future..."
"Yes!" The generals responded in unison.
Mei Changsu smiled lightly and nodded as a salute. friend? It can only be said that he is a friend, so I can't just announce to my subordinates that he is my advisor, right
"Zhan Ying, you can preside over the rest of the discussion." King Jing gave an order to the general closest to him, and slowly turned to face Mei Changsu, "We are discussing matters here, I will accompany Mr. Su to the study to talk. "
Mei Changsu nodded slightly, and the two walked out from the back of the hall side by side, setting foot on the main blue brick road. For some reason, they were silent all the way, and no one was looking for words to liven up the atmosphere.
In fact, to go to the study, there is no need to pass through Hu Yingtang at all, Mei Changsu knew that there was another way. But looking at this situation, it is obvious that everyone sent a post outside the door when they were halfway through the discussion. The generals in the hall were curious and wanted to see what Su Zhe, who has been famous for recently, looked like, so Prince Jing took himself to the show. took a picture.
I just don’t know how those fierce generals will feel when they see their sick appearance. Because of the military’s fashion, they have always looked down on weak, impatient and hard-working people. I remember when Uncle Nie first joined the Chi Yan Army. , didn't he feel that he and Jingyan were ostracized a little, until he commanded and won a few tough battles in a row, didn't he feel better
Move the curtains and destroy the enemy's liver and gallbladder. This wise soul in the Scarlet Flame Army has always been ingenious in his use of soldiers, but his last words in the world are very simple.
"Xiaoshu, you have to live..." He said these words when he tried his best to push himself into the snow pit as the charred pillar of fire pressed against his thin back. There was only hope in those clear eyes, no hatred. Because he only wanted Lin Shu to live, and what he could do after living, Nie Zhen didn't force it.
But the dead do not demand, but the living cannot forget.
"Mr. Su is not feeling well?" King Jing's voice came from the side, "His face is so pale."
"It's nothing, I just feel that today, it seems to be a bit colder than yesterday."
"Of course, today is the winter solstice." King Jing, as if remembering something, beckoned to call a soldier on duty from a distance, and instructed, "Go and bring a brazier to the study."
The soldiers led the way, and Mei Changsu smiled and said, "Thank you."
"My study has never been lit, and I forgot that Mr. is afraid of the cold, so I neglected it." King Jing's voice was calm and unwavering, "I heard that Mr. has recently moved in, so I didn't come to congratulate him, please forgive me."
"Did Princess Nihuang tell His Highness?"
"No, it's Jingning."
"Oh," Mei Changsu nodded suddenly, "no wonder I saw him in Huyingtang just now."
King Jing Huo Ran turned to look at him: "What did you say?"
"I mean Guan Zhen, is he under your command now?"
King Jing's eyes were bright, and he locked Mei Changsu's face for a long time before he let out a breath: "You actually know this..."
"Princess Jingning recommends Guan Zhen to your command, she is very clever. Because the crown prince's reputation as a king cannot be fully preserved, she does not dare to take this risk. Besides, Guan Zhen is not a person with long sleeves and good dance, and there is no use in going there. Only your military merit here, Your Highness, can be earned by strength. But... even if Your Highness takes care of you, the distance between Guan Zhen and the princess is still too far. Jing Ning is already seventeen years old, so it won't last for many years... "
"In two days, I will send Guan Zhen to Shanbei to exterminate the giant thieves. Let's start earning little by little." King Jing's eyes were fixed on the front. Give up. I don't know if it was fortunate or unfortunate that Jingning met him."
King Jing's words were just sighs, not questions, so Mei Changsu didn't respond. Turning a corner, the study was already in front of him, but the brazier was brought in ahead of time, but it didn't take long to move in, and the cold indoors had not completely dissipated, so Mei Changsu found a chair closest to the brazier and sat down, looking up inadvertently When I saw King Jing's eyes passing over the old chair under the south window, my heart suddenly became sour.
That's where I used to sit before, but now things are different, even if I want to sit, I'm afraid Jingyan won't.
Sitting down and serving tea, the conversation turned to the main topic as soon as the etiquette was exhausted.
"King Yu hinted that I would find a way to greet you. Feel free to let go of the land invasion case and don't have to worry about him."
King Jing said coldly, "I wasn't going to miss him."
"You received the imperial decree yesterday, right?" Mei Changsu didn't take it seriously, his tone was still calm, "It's been a night, what are your thoughts?"
"The evidence transferred by the Xuanjing Company is enough. This case is not difficult to try." King Jing said sternly, "The Duke of Qing is not only connivance, he is the main culprit."
"But he is a first-rank military marquis and has the right to be pardoned."
"If the murder case reaches three persons, there will be no pardon."
"He is in Kyoto, and he did not personally touch the murder case."
"Zhujia Village's massacre is evidenced by his secret letter."
"The secret letter was not written by him, it is still the work of the master in his house."
"This master was invited by me last night, and he confessed today, and it's not hard."
"Is it really a polite request?" Mei Changsu showed admiration, "His Royal Highness can suddenly see that this master is missing from the chain of evidence of the Mirror Envoy. The first opportunity, Su admired."
There was no complacent expression on King Jing's face: "That's because Duke Qing thought that the secret letter had been destroyed, and he didn't know that it fell into Xia Dong's hands, otherwise it would have been destroyed long ago."
"But Your Highness has ever thought that if the case of Duke Qing Guogong is dealt with harshly, most people who have blood debts in various places will be imitated and sued. In the past, the prefectural government yamen did not accept the case, but now it will not. You have the confidence to deal with it. Big trouble in the future?"
"When soldiers come, they will block it, and when water comes to cover it, what can't be done?"
Mei Changsu came to the door today, originally meant to encourage King Jing not to be afraid of difficulties, but now it seems that this person still has the problem of seeing difficulties and dangers as flat, and he doesn't need his encouragement at all.
"Your Highness is so confident, although valuable, there should be subtle differences when dealing with specific matters." Mei Changsu persuaded sternly, "Although the rich and powerful families have always managed their own affairs, they did not encounter a situation that required a joint effort. Your Highness When dealing with different cases, if there are some deviations just right, some protect, some are lighter, and some are more serious, in this way, the interests of the giants will be uneven, and the rules will not be found. An alliance cannot be formed. Stop the wind of land annexation without causing a large-scale joint resistance of the wealthy clans, stabilize the agricultural capital, reduce the refugees, and make everything develop according to His Majesty's best expectations, and he will surely impress you. ."
Hearing his words, Xiao Jingyan's expression was shocked, he pondered for a long time, and said in a low voice: "Sir, what you said is very true.
Mei Changsu smiled, and said by the way: "Since King Yu intends to help you, don't be too cold. Occasionally encounter him who commit crimes, pick two out and give a light sentence as a response."
King Jing raised his eyebrows and said strangely, "He should have tried his best to protect the Duke of Qing, how could he use the fat in his hand to show his affection to me, this hard rock?"
"Because he knows that this time he can't get your Majesty's will." Mei Changsu stretched out his hand to roast on the charcoal fire, his eyes gleaming lightly, "Without Duke Qing, and knowing that Xie Yu is in the enemy camp, he couldn't help but He doesn't panic. You are very important to him now."
"In order to make me appear very important, Mr. Cheng has so generously sacrificed Duke Qing and exposed Xie Yu," King Jing snorted coldly, "Thank you so much."
"Why, Your Highness doesn't want to credit me?"
"I just... I don't want people to think that I'm on the same side as Prince Yu... I don't want to stand by anyone's side, Crown Prince and Prince Yu..."
"Although I am a little wronged, I promise that there will be no excessive things for you to do. Besides, you have been suppressed for many years, everyone should be able to understand... "
"I don't care what people in the world think," King Jing's teeth clenched slightly, his vision a little unsteady, "but the dead people should also have heroic spirits, I don't want them to see such a scene..."
There was a burning feeling in Mei Changsu's chest, and it took a long time before he said again: "Souls don't just look at the surface, they know your heart, not to mention these are just expedients."
"Actually, I understand it. It's my own choice. I can't talk about being wronged or not," King Jing took a deep breath. "I'll do it according to your arrangement, don't worry."
Mei Changsu smiled peacefully and lifted the topic: "Your Majesty's will, is it for His Highness to choose the officials of the Third Division to assist in the trial?"
King Jing nodded.
"Has your Highness decided on a candidate?"
"Sir, please advise." King Jing said simply and authentically.
Mei Changsu took out a page of paper folded in half from his arms and handed it to King Jing. Xiao Jingyan opened it and looked at it carefully for a long time, then fell into deep thought.
"What do your Highness think of these candidates?" After waiting for Mei Changsu to think for a while, Fang slowly asked.
"Very good." King Jing commented succinctly.
"These people, Your Highness is worthy of strong friendship." Mei Changsu laughed, "But in the future, they will never be His Highness's wings."
Hearing him say this, King Jing didn't show a surprised expression. Instead, he nodded in agreement. Obviously, he had already understood the deep meaning of Mei Changsu's words.
"Among the advisors, it is enough for His Highness to have me, and the military should not bother. There is Princess Jingning in the palace. She is not very noticeable, but is a strong helper. As for the court... I don't think Your Highness needs wings, because The sooner you have wings, the sooner you will be jealous of Crown Prince Yu Wang, all your Highness needs are pure ministers." Mei Changsu's tone was low, but his words were clear, "The more pure ministers, the less power and tactics, and His Highness also has More space to keep your true character. Not to mention being with these people, it won't make you feel uncomfortable."
"But these people... it's hard for them to be in positions..."
"This is indeed the case with the Crown Prince and Prince Yu. I hope Your Highness can change this situation. These people are not lacking in talent or resourcefulness, they only lack opportunities. According to their character, although they do not want to be attached to the party in the future, they will I will be grateful for the kindness of knowing. Your Highness only needs to have sincere friendship with them. If you want to do something with them, let me do it."
"You..." King Jing stared at him blankly for a while, "Is it necessary for you to do this?"
Mei Changsu smiled lightly, "This is originally the duty of a counselor. If His Highness is asked to go over the matter in person, I will not be at ease."
"I see..." King Jing seemed to remember something, and said in a low voice, "That day you sent me a book and asked me to sit at the Cumulus Tower for half a day, because of this..."
"That's right," Mei Changsu smiled, "You already know each other?"
"Yes. It was boring to sit at that time, and he was very eye-catching." King Jing stretched his body on the chair, "Everyone went to Qingyun Tower to eat, and he was the only one who called the store's purchases, one by one. Ask me the price of chai, rice, oil, salt, meat, vegetables and eggs. I can't help not noticing him."
"The Ministry of Household is in charge of the state treasury money and grain, which is related to the national economy and people's livelihood. Unfortunately, Lou Zhijing has turned it into a big dye vat. There is only one person who can really care about the price trend and do things solidly. If it weren't for him He is the son of the Qinghe County Master, and he is of noble birth, so I'm afraid he would have been pushed out a long time ago." Mei Changsu said with emotion, "Have you had a good time chatting after you met that day?"
"It's a contract." King Jing gave him a deep look, "Lou Zhijing was involved in such a murder case. I'm afraid Shang Shu won't be able to do it for a few days. Do you have any plans?"
"What do you think, Your Highness?"
"Shen Zhui is now a third-rank servant, and it is not impossible to be promoted to the head of the minister, but he is neither a prince nor a king. You want to push him to the top, can you do it?"
"It's because he doesn't rely on either side that this opportunity can fall to him." Mei Changsu's smile was very determined, "Of course there are still many things to do now, but there is still a certain degree of confidence. How many years did King Yu have to do? When this opportunity comes, he will frantically stop the prince from pushing someone of his own. The same is true for the prince. Lou Zhijing's downfall is already a huge loss. Wouldn't it be a bigger loss if King Yu took the opportunity to rise? Do not give in to each other, and naturally the fisherman will benefit."
"Yeah, the situation is like this, and you have contributed to the flames. Shen Zhui is really lucky." King Jing raised his head and smiled, "But Mr.
A trace of bitterness appeared on Mei Changsu's face, and he did not answer. Are you talented? Who is really stronger than others, but after all these years, just thinking about this matter will naturally be a lot more comprehensive.
"However, Shen Zhui is indeed a clear stream. Pushing him to the top is what I want." King Jing came over and bowed his hands as a salute, "I also appreciate Mr.
Mei Changsu returned the salute, and said, "Shen Zhui is just the first step. In a few days, there will be vacancies in the Ministry of Personnel and the Ministry of Punishment. The people I value are all on the list for His Highness. I also ask His Highness to use the same trial for a trial. The opportunity to meet the case, firstly to meet, secondly to examine, but also to give them the opportunity to make more contributions, so that the emperor will also leave a good impression on them. These are smart people, whether His Highness intends to divide the merits and promote them, it is not necessary to say that they will also I know it well.”
"Shen Zhui's opportunity is already rare, why are there vacancies in the Ministry of Personnel and the Ministry of Punishment?" Jing Wanggang asked, suddenly remembering that the root cause of the downfall of the Minister of the Ministry of Home Affairs was that Su Zhe bought a garden at random, in his mind Immediately understood.
"There won't be an accident in a short period of time, Your Highness calm down and do the errand of the land invasion case first." Mei Changsu's eyes showed a stern look, "After the New Year, I will invite He Jingzhong and Qi Min to join them. The master will play together..."