Zhang Dian is a man with a burst temper and no smiles.

What can make him talk at length is either spraying people, or about the government affairs that he values.

He didn't say anything about his protégé's words, his eyes looked at the field in the distance, and there was a hint of obscurity in his serious expression.

In the past, even Emperor Shenzong dared to scold him in person, and Sima Guang and others in the back scolded him directly, without fear.

But this time back, he has been holding back.

Before, he always thought that it was for the sake of the 'new law', and he was worried about repeating the mistakes of the past, so he endured humiliation, endured it all the time, and restrained his temper.

But today he realized that there seemed to be another reason.

That is, the young official in the palace doesn't seem to have much anger, and he has always been warm, in fact, when he should be ruthless, he is never soft, and his control over the court situation is meticulous, even if he wants to 'burst', he can't do it.

The matter of 'Xuande Sect' made Zhang Dian understand that in addition to the emperor's mental skills, there may also be this official's unusual means!

Walk ahead of them every time you are surprised.

'Awe? ’

Zhang Dan muttered to himself.

The 'scribe' didn't know what Zhang Dian was thinking, and after waiting for a while, seeing that Zhang Dian didn't speak, he said, "Sir, the north is Chenqiao Town." ”

Zhang Dian raised his head and looked farther away, and said, "Go a little longer, you will scatter in all directions, pretend to be merchants, join relatives, etc., take a closer look, and make a record." ”

The 'scribe' responded and continued: "Sir, with the official's lecture this time, the situation in the imperial court will inevitably be greatly reversed, and perhaps the pilot project in Kaifeng Mansion will make faster progress. ”

Zhang Dian was not so optimistic, and said: "During the Xining period, it was quite gentle, and it led to such movements. Now it is more thorough, they will not give up easily, at most a month, they will definitely come back, we must be fully prepared. ”

The 'scribe' was also a person who had experienced exile, and his expression was solemn, and he said, "Yes." Students understand. ”

Zhang Dian looked back at the direction of the capital, pondered for a moment, and said, "After returning to Beijing, you remember to remind me and send a congratulatory gift to the queen." ”

The 'scribe' was stunned and said: "The official's birthday was February 23 of last month, and he specially instructed the court not to celebrate, but only had a meal with the concubine and the concubine in the palace. Mr. wants to send a congratulatory gift to the queen's mother, in what name? ”

Zhang Dian was silent for a while, and said, "The birthday of the Ether." ”

The 'scribe' was really stunned at this moment, and after going back this time, he had to check the birthday of Empress Meng's mother.

Zhang Dian got up, and his team continued to march in the direction of Chenqiao Town.

The excitement in Kaifeng City continues.

Almost word of mouth is Zhao Xu's 'promise' under Xuande, which overshadows everything, and there are no longer those slanders and rumors in the past.

Yan Zishu didn't pay attention, after the crowd dispersed, he went to ask to see some big people, wanting to ask about the situation, but he also knew that he couldn't ask clearly now, and after waiting for this matter, the official family might not be good, but I don't know if those big people will hate him.

If he goes to the crossbar in the imperial examination, I am afraid that he will only be able to waste his life.

"Drunk and misguided!"

Yan Zishu was remorseful. He was now very unpopular in his original circle, and few people wanted to see him.

Yan Zishu was obviously recorded by the imperial court, who knows how careful those big names in the court are, who dares to joke about the future?

Yan Zishu is the one who jumped out, but those who have been scolding the court in the past, speaking out loudly, and spreading rumors are being quickly distinguished and isolated at this time, which is very prominent.

The public opinion environment in Kaifeng City has been transformed faster than everyone expected.

Two days later, the excitement in Kaifeng City has not completely subsided, and there are discussions everywhere.

With the excitement of the Great Song Dynasty, the envoys of Western Xia came to Kaifeng City again.

Under the guidance of the Ministry of Rites, they went to Honglu Temple.

Honglu Temple has been abolished, and the original site of Honglu Temple has been converted into a 'national inn' to receive guests.

The number of people who came from the summer envoy was not as large as the previous two times, the total number was five, and at the same time, it was more low-key.

They were not far away from the reiter, and they talked in a low voice.

A burly man, walking behind a tall middle-aged man with a beard, looked a little proud, and said in a low voice: "Squire, from our point of view, the Song people are very fierce in fighting, and it is indeed a great opportunity for my Great Xia!" ”

The bearded man's name is Wei Mingyuan, he looks rough, and said quietly: "Still can't be underestimated, now that the Song people occupy the fortress and have the initiative, we still need to think of it as a snake, take advantage of its unpreparedness, and launch a fatal blow!" ”

The burly man responded, then glanced at the Ministry of Rites Langzhong in front of him, and said in a low voice: "I have to find a way to rescue the famous Ashan, this is the queen mother's name." ”

Wei Mingyuan's expression did not move, and said: "Wei Ming Ashan is deeply favored by the Queen Mother, although in the prison of the Song people, he also managed to pass on a number of key pieces of information back, he has made great contributions, and he must be saved." ”

The burly man snorted, and as he spoke, he came to Honglu Temple.

Their voices of whispered conversation in Xia suddenly stopped, and they looked at Honglu Temple, they already knew that the once famous Ashan lived here, and was later taken by the Song people.

Libu Langzhong stood on the steps, looked down at the Xia envoy, and said lightly with an expressionless face: "I won't say much nonsense, the one in front of you is in prison, and the other has been beheaded, and the official doesn't want you to make it difficult for me, you know?" ”

When did the Song people have such an attitude towards them? It's no different from reprimanding a domestic animal!

Except for Wei Mingyuan, the faces of the five people were not very good-looking.

Wei Mingyuan was calm, raised his hand and said: "We are here for harmony and harmony, and we have our own measure. Dare to be this envoy, when can we meet your country's officials? ”

Libu Langzhong clasped his hands and said, "How can you see the official family if you want to see it?" You stay first, and at night, the military headquarters may see you first. Think about what to say, if you dare to be arrogant again, watch your heads! ”

The last wave, shouting at Zhang Dian in the political affairs hall, was directly cut by Zhang Tun.

Listening to this Langzhong's unceremonious words, even Wei Mingyuan's expression was uncomfortable.

He still held back his anger and said, "There is labor." ”

Libu Langzhong glanced at them lightly, turned to the inside of Honglu Temple, and said, "Show me, if something happens, your heads will not be enough to cut off." ”

Honglu Temple has experience, and a servant immediately said in a deep voice: "Lang Zhong rest assured, dare to act without permission, and there is no mercy for killing!" ”

Libu Langzhong seemed to be satisfied, flicked his sleeves, and left directly.

threw the envoys of Western Xia to Honglu Temple.

A guard behind Wei Mingyuan couldn't help but say angrily: "Squire, the Song people are too arrogant!" Didn't take us and Daxia in his eyes at all! ”

The burly man's eyes were indifferent, and he also said: "Shilang, it seems that the Song people have become arrogant because of last year's war." ”

Wei Mingyuan nodded slightly, secretly suppressed his anger, and said, "When I come again, I will live in their palace!" ”

The four people behind him listened, thought of that kind of picture, and were happy.

That means that they will defeat the Song people in Great Xia, and the Song people will have to sue for peace again and let them slaughter!

Lang Zhong of the Ministry of Rites returned to the Ministry of Rites and reported what had just happened with Li Qingchen.

He stood in Li Qingchen's room, raised his hand, and said, "Shangshu, the lower officials can understand something, although it is not very detailed, but judging from the content of their conversation, there is no intention of stopping." ”

Li Qingchen was starting to clean up the stumps of this year's exam, writing something, quickly put down the pen, put it aside, and said: "It's not surprising that the Xia people are arrogant in China, and it's not so easy to give up. Most of them are here to stall for time and to listen to the truth. ”

Lang Zhong thought that the northern roads were changing the law, especially the 'military reform', and said with some worry: "Shangshu, Xiao Zhangxiang is working hard to reform the military system in the north, and it may be difficult to achieve results this year, if the war starts again this year, I am afraid that it will be dangerous." ”

Li Qingchen glanced at him and said, "The court also cares about these, but don't worry, the army dominated by Huanqing Road has not made a big move." Although the envoy belongs to my ministry, but it involves militaristic affairs, and the Ministry of Rites cannot be arbitrary, so you go and inform Xu Shangshu of the Ministry of War, and we will go to the palace to see Cai Xianggong together. ”

Zhang Dian went out to investigate, and the only one who could call the shots in the palace was Cai Bian.

Su Song has been 'on leave' recently, and rarely appears in the political hall.

"Yes." Lang Zhong responded and walked out quickly.

As soon as he left, a few more people came in, reporting on various things.

The Ministry of Rites is now a busy mess, Li Qingchen quickly dealt with the mess, dressed neatly, and left the Ministry of Rites, and after General Xu came out, the two talked and entered the palace together.

At this moment, Cai Bian is hanging the arch hall.

He was full of excitement, and said to Zhao Xu: "The official family, in less than three days, I have received more than 50 copies of the recitals from various prefectures and counties, all of which praise the official family and express support for the imperial court to change the law, which is unprecedented, thanks to the sanctity of the official family!" This is still temporary, and in a few days, there will be more! ”

Zhao Xu was looking at these transcripts sent by Cai Bian, and sure enough, they were all supporting his speech under the Xuande Gate that day, praising him vigorously, and describing Zhao Xu as 'the first saint of the ages', 'the unparalleled benevolence and virtue of the ancient times', 'the lord of benevolence and virtue for all the people', and so on.

Although Zhao Xu knew that it was sycophancy, he was still very happy, and when he saw that they had no excuse, they expressed their full support for him and the change of the law in the imperial court, so he was even more happy.

Zhao Xu looked at it for a while, with a deep smile on his face, picked up the teacup, and said to Cai Bian with a smile: "It's a good thing, but you can't be blind." It is still necessary to carefully screen and prevent some people from taking shortcuts and indiscriminately filling up the numbers. ”

Cai Bian raised his hand and said, "Yes, the minister wrote it down." Official, now that the situation is good, do you want to take the opportunity to do something more? The ministers have long considered the reform of the Transshipment Department and transformed it into the Metropolitan Tax Division. The Transshipment Department already has real power at the local level, firstly, to divide their powers, and secondly, to clarify and refine the taxation and further sort out the local powers and duties......"

Zhao Xu said decisively: "Accurate! Starting from the pilot project of Kaifeng Mansion and the northern roads, Zhang Kai Xianggong estimates that it will be back in a few days, so let's discuss it well. ”

'Political reform' and 'military reform' are two legs, some before and some behind, but no one can do without them, and we must work together.

When Cai Bian heard this, his expression was slightly solemn, and he said, "Official, the Xia people have arrived, I don't know what to do?" ”

Zhao Xu's eyes flashed coldly, and he said lightly: "Hang them for a few days first, and then discuss it when Xianggong Zhang Ji comes back." ”

Cai Bian thought about it and said, "Yes." ”

After saying this, Zhao Xu said again: "Take this opportunity to order all departments to finish and end all kinds of noisy and chaotic things recently, let's travel lightly and don't carry so much." ”

"Yes." Cai Bian understood, and raised his hand.

However, if you think about it carefully, there is indeed some trouble, and you can only take advantage of the chaos to deal with it, and in the future, there will inevitably be people who will try to overturn the case.

Cai Bian didn't care about the future, and said, "The minister will do it." ”

Zhao Xu nodded, and when Cai Bian left, Zhao Xu took a notebook and said casually: "Tell Qing Tianwei to strengthen the infiltration of the Xia people and grasp all aspects of intelligence." In addition, keep an eye on the Liao Kingdom! ”

The war between the Great Song and Western Xia has lasted for decades, but there have always been some 'small fights', the most critical of which is that in addition to the fact that both sides have no strength to annex each other, the Liao State has played the role of a 'suzerain'.

The Liao State does not allow any of the Song and Xia sides to be too strong, and once that situation occurs, it will definitely strike!

"Yes." Chen Pi responded and turned around quickly.

Zhao Xu is now trapped in the maladministration of the country, and he has no time to worry about it.

"When I have my hands free, I'll play with you again!"

Zhao Xu's eyes narrowed slightly, flashing with a fierce light.

Western Xia is not in Zhao Xu's eyes at all, with the national strength, military strength, and generals of the Song Dynasty, it is actually capable of swallowing Western Xia.

But the Liao State is different, the Liao State is still very strong, and the Song Dynasty does not have the ability to annex it, and it can't even recapture the Sixteen Prefectures of Youyun!

However, the Liao State is now also dying and decrepit, and all kinds of rebellions are rising one after another, calculating the time, Wanyan Aguda is almost thirty years old this year, not far away.

"It's not far away......"

Zhao Xu looked at the sky outside, not only was Xia Ren on his side, but many things were also imminent.

Zhao Xu and the Great Song Dynasty were busy, so they didn't care so much about the Western Xia envoys.

The Great Song Dynasty already knew that it was inevitable that the two countries would fight again, and since this was the case, the void and the snake were not so serious, and they were very perfunctory.

One day is three days.

Wei Mingyuan sat in the courtyard, brandishing his spear, and practiced with a huff.

The official at the door kept staring at the spear, staring at it.

This is the only weapon in this courtyard, which is specially authorized by the Ministry of War, which makes the officials of Honglu Temple very vigilant and watch it closely.

Wei Mingyuan practiced for a while, ignored the official at the gate of the courtyard, and walked back to the house.

The burly man stood at the door, staring outside, and said in a low voice: "What are the Song people going to do, deliberately dragging us, trying to provoke the Queen Mother?" ”

Wei Mingyuan wiped the sweat from his face and said, "Aren't they angry enough?" This is because I feel that a big war is inevitable, so it doesn't matter. ”

The burly man understood, and said, "Then we can't sit and wait like this, the famous Ahsan must be rescued." The Song are sealing the border, and we need to get back the news we got as soon as possible. ”

Wei Mingyuan nodded, threw away the towel, and said, "Find a way to use our people, move around, and see if you can meet their high-level leaders, it's really not good, you have to create opportunities." Let's start with their rites. ”

The burly man looked outside again and said, "They are very chaotic now, and it should be easy to find opportunities." ”

Wei Mingyuan wiped his bearded face and stood at the door, also looking out of the door.

He seems to be calm and calm, but in fact he is a little anxious in his heart, the Song people look like they are working hard, and the Xia country is an increasingly fierce infighting.

One trades off the other......

The war must start as soon as possible to interrupt the Song people's changes!

Ministry of Rites.

Li Qingchen was presiding over the ministerial meeting, which mainly discussed the 'Yuanyu Rite Law', also known as the 'New Rite Law', in which many vague and unsuitable ritual laws were abolished, revised, and deleted.

The word 'etiquette' is the heaviest in the feudal dynasty, how can it be easily moved, so the ministry will be very difficult, even if Li Qingchen is pressuring, involving real problems, there are still many controversies, noisy, and unwilling to back down.

Li Qingchen did not get entangled, and put it aside for the time being if he couldn't move, and made every effort to promote the 'new etiquette law'.

Officials.

The Ministry of Officials is conducting the final review of the 'Examination Law', which greatly increases the examination of the performance of officials, especially the people's livelihood, the administration of officials, and the people's customs, plus the simplification of administration, and the main purpose is to reduce the number of officials, curb corruption, solve the problem of superfluous personnel, and improve the efficiency of local administration.

The Ministry of Officials is a department of real power, and its power is constantly accumulating and expanding, and without the constraints of the past, the Ministry of Officials is becoming more and more familiar with and skillfully using their functions.

Households.

Liang Tao, the secretary of the household department, and Wu Juhou, the waiter, are discussing the issue of the 'transshipment department', and they are considering decomposing the transshipment department, for example, the capital tax department, the transportation department, the measurement department, the warehousing department, and so on. It is also planned to separate tax collection and transportation, and at the same time, the functions and powers of control, supervision, and inspection will be reduced, and the system and responsibilities of the Department of Transit and the Imperial Court will be clarified, and planned.

Ministry of Industry.

With the warm ice of spring, the work of the Ministry of Industry is preparing to start.

Wang Cun, the secretary of the Ministry of Industry, held a ministerial meeting, he looked at more than 20 people sitting in both hands, Lang Zhong, and Wai Lang, and said in a deep voice: "With the Yellow River, Huai River, and Yangtze River three rivers as the mainstay, we will invest at least 10 million yuan in five years, and strive to solve the flood within five years, and there will be no major disaster in ten years, and there will be no embankment in 20 years!" ’

In the past, the imperial court also made great efforts to solve the floods, and even changed the Yellow River several times, but not only failed to solve it, but became more and more intense.

This time, the imperial court is really determined to solve the problem and has invested immeasurable manpower and material resources!

Penal Department.

Lai Zhishao stood in front of the table, banged the table with his fist, and said loudly: "Continue to expand the inspection department, we must strengthen control, and we must not let the inspection department, the legal department of the imperial court, become a local corrupt official and a thug of the powerful and bullying!" Yesterday at the regular meeting of the government hall, I almost got under the table! If you don't know how to be ashamed, next time you'll go for me! ”

The faces of the crowd were tense, and their bodies sat straight.

And General Xu, the secretary of the Ministry of War, was in the confidential room, drinking tea and talking with Zhang Qi, who had just returned.

Zhang Kai had a look of wind and frost on his face, but he was in a very good spirit, and said to Xu Jiang with a smile: "Look carefully, the problem should not be big, there should be an approximate this year, it will take shape in another three years, and it will be able to ......fight in five years."

In the past, the Great Song Dynasty army was all about raising waste, lacking training, and there were very few people who could fight and dared to fight. Zhang Kai's 'ability to fight' is not as simple as being able to fight.

That's the Elite Division!

Xu Jiang looked excited, raised his hand and said: "Zhang Xianggong has worked tirelessly and made great contributions!" ”