After hearing this, the expressions of the other three people also became serious.

In fact, there is no need to say the seriousness of the matter, and the three of them are also very clear, after all, Wei Zhongxian's previous troubles have not passed much now.

This is something that has been learned from the past, so they don't dare to take it lightly.

At this time, Xu Guangqi said in a deep voice with a serious face: "Let the courtiers write secret recitals to each other, when the time comes, the upper officials will not trust the lower officials, and the colleagues will also be wary of each other, who will dare to do things?" Aren't you afraid of being caught with pigtails? ”

"Once you do things like this, there will inevitably be countless mediocre and lazy officials. At the same time, it will even create a culture of false accusations among many officials. ”

"If this is the case, then things will be in trouble, and the only good thing may be Wei Zhongxian, from whom they can falsely accuse any official they want to sue. So this matter can never be promised to them! ”

Several people all glanced at Xu Guangqi, but they didn't expect him to make such a statement at this time, and everyone immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

You must know that Xu Guangqi's identity has always been His Majesty's person, and several people are afraid that he will choose to support His Majesty at this time.

After all, Xu Guangqi has always been promoted by His Majesty, but he did not support His Majesty at this time, obviously he still has a bottom line in his heart.

Sun Chengzong's gaze at Xu Guangqi was a little softer.

Now that Xu Guangqi has spoken, others naturally can't lag behind, so Sun Chengzong said: "We have to find a way to persuade Your Majesty." Now that Jin Yiwei and Dongchang are here to do this, and the demon in the palace, if you don't think of a good way, I'm afraid it will only make things worse. ”

As he spoke, Sun Chengzong's gaze swept over the faces of several people, and his expression was very serious.

Huang Kezhang on the side took the words and said directly: "Maybe we can learn from Xu Jie." ”

Hearing Huang Kezhang mention this name, several people were stunned.

No one expected that Huang Kezhang would lift Xu Jie out at this time. Because Xu Jie, whether in the officialdom or in the Shilin, has a bad reputation, and it can be said that his reputation is very poor.

Although it was Xu Jie who overthrew Yan Song at the beginning, what he did was not praised by people.

After all, in order to bring down Yan Song, Xu Jie married his granddaughter to Yan Shifan, and even embezzled so much land in his own family, which was full of complaints, which can be said to be very, very unpopular.

Later, if Zhang Juzheng hadn't saved Xu Jie, it is estimated that Hai Rui would have cleaned him up. Even so, after the fall of Zhang Juzheng, Xu Jie's reputation also stinked.

Now that Huang Kezhang actually said that he wanted to use Xu Jie's method, several people's faces were a little unpleasant.

At the beginning, Xu Jie was in front of Yan Song, but he really had no integrity at all, and now he still wants to learn from him?

Do you want to go to that Wei Zhongxian to give in?

Huang Kezhang didn't look at the faces of several people, and continued: "Do you remember Lan Daoxing? ”

After hearing this name, several people were stunned for a moment, and then they thought about it.

Then, several people raised their heads to look at Xu Guangqi, with some inexplicable looks on their faces.

The name Lan Daoxing is naturally not unfamiliar to them.

Lan Daoxing was a native of the Jiajing period, originally from Shandong, and was a famous Taoist priest at that time, and believed in the Wang Yangming school at that time.

In the thirty-fourth year of Jiajing, Lan Daoxing came to Beijing from Shandong, and was later recommended by Xu Jie, a cabinet scholar at that time, to Emperor Jiajing, who believed in Taoism, and won the trust of the emperor himself.

Later, Lan Daoxing attacked Yan Song, the first assistant of the cabinet at that time, in front of Emperor Jiajing, and was retaliated by Yan Song.

Yan Song instructed his grandson Yan Hong to design Lan Daoxing to be imprisoned and persecuted him to death.

Lan Daoxing is not only a Taoist priest, but also a believer in Xinxue.

Now a few people understand what Huang Kezhang means. His Majesty believes in that Taoist priest, and Wei Zhongxian has also done a lot of things because of this, since this is the case, then let's find another Taoist priest.

As long as a Daoist priest was found to be on the same front as his own people, and at the same time could replace that Han Li, then many things would be much easier, and it would even be possible to take the opportunity to get rid of Wei Zhongxian.

A few people immediately thought it was a good idea, and it was relatively reliable.

As for the reason why they looked at Xu Guangqi, it was also very simple. They felt that it was most appropriate for Xu Guangqi to do this.

After all, Lan Daoxing was originally a disciple of their mind, and it was not difficult to find another similar one.

Another point is that Xu Guangqi has won the trust of His Majesty, let him do this, and His Majesty will also believe it.

It's important to know.

Once His Majesty has doubts, then there is no need for this strategy to continue.

Xu Guangqi saw that several people were all looking at him, and the expression on his face was a little gloomy. He didn't think these people had any good intentions.

Yes, this is a good idea, but it may not end well.

Because if the person who is recommended is liked by His Majesty, then it is natural that everyone will be happy; But if this person is disgusted by His Majesty, then the person who recommended him will follow and eat His Majesty's melons.

When Xu Guangqi and their current position come, there are some things that are completely unnecessary to do. Because if you don't do well, stability is very important.

So it's risky. In such a situation, several of them gave this matter to themselves, and on the surface, they were very, very trusting themselves, and they were giving themselves a chance; But in fact, it may be digging a pit to bury itself.

Maybe one thing alone won't work, but when it comes to a critical moment, it is likely to be the last straw that breaks the camel's back.

"I don't have the right fit." Xu Guangqi said expressionlessly: "After all, I am not familiar with these things, if any of you are familiar with or have a suitable candidate, you can recommend it." ”

Hearing Xu Guangqi say this, several people knew that he probably didn't want to do it.

So they looked at each other and noticed that a few of them didn't seem to want to do it either.

The reason is also very simple, if this matter is done, it is too easy to arouse His Majesty's disgust. After all, once this is done, it will definitely cause Wei Zhongxian and them to counterattack, and at that time, the gains will outweigh the losses.

All of a sudden, the atmosphere fell into an awkward situation.

At this time, Sun Chengzong stood up and said, "I'll find the right person, and I'll do this matter." But far water can't quench the thirst of the near, how to stop Jinyiwei and Wei Zhongxian in front of him? ”

"They are doing things in front of His Majesty, and we are going to destroy the so-called tantric system, and we can't let them do things so unscrupulously. What do you have to do? Can we only write a book of admonition? ”

It's not really good. Although they did not get any tangible evidence, they knew that His Majesty was not the kind of person who listened to people.

Basically, Your Majesty doesn't even read these messy scripts, and even if you write them and send them to them, they are likely to have a limited effect.

Therefore, finding a Taoist priest to enter the palace is a long-term solution, but what is needed in the immediate future is a method that can see results in the short term.

It's just that now things happened suddenly, and there was no good way for the three of them for a while.

"Let's do this first." Han Yi said with a solemn face: "Let's go back and think about it, is there any more suitable way?" At the same time, let people write a question book first, remember not to write all of them in a group, and don't be so intense in your words. Your Majesty is still young. ”

After saying this, Han Yi's gaze slowly swept over everyone.

Your Majesty is still young, and although there are not many words in this sentence, there are many things contained in it.

Because he is young, he is not sensible; Because he is young, he has a stubborn temper; Because he was young, he was rebellious.

Combined with the context before and after Han Yi, several people also understood. That is, the more you are not allowed to do something, the more Your Majesty is likely to do it, so don't do it hard, but persuade from the right angle.

So the few people nodded together and dispersed.

After getting off work, Han Yi went home directly. Just on the way, he went to ask someone to find Zhang Yu.

For Han Yi, Zhang Yu is now a person who can be trusted, and he wants to ask Zhang Yu what he thinks about the secret music system.

Because in Han Yi's eyes, Zhang Yu is better at dealing with people like Wei Zhongxian, Dongchang and Jinyiwei.

To deal with the insidious villain, find a villain who is more insidious than him.

"The students have seen their teachers." After Zhang Yu saw Han Yi, he hurriedly bowed and saluted, his tone was respectful, and the etiquette was very thorough, without the slightest rudeness.

"You don't have to be so polite in private, sit down and drink tea." Han Yi said with a smile.

After Zhang Yu sat down, Han Yi said: "Someone just sent two sheep to the family, and the teacher has already asked people to clean up, so you can stay and eat at night." ”

"Yes, Teacher." Zhang Yu respectfully agreed.

After taking a sip of tea, Han Yi continued: "I called you over for the teacher today, because I want to ask you something. ”

After saying this, Han Yi told Zhang Yu the whole thing.

After listening to Han Yi's words, Zhang Yu's expression instantly became serious.

But after thinking about it, he smiled, raised his head and looked at Han Yi and said, "Teacher, I think you seem to be thinking in the wrong direction. Why stop it? There are many things in this world that are better than blocked. ”

Han Yi said thoughtfully: "Then you can tell me in detail." ”

"Compared to the ability to bewitch His Majesty, Wei Zhongxian and his ilk must be a hundred times stronger than the teacher. As a scholar, the teacher naturally will not do anything to bewitch the emperor. But this is the case, and it is the teacher who is working against them, and the students are worried about the loss. ”

Although the teacher is high-spirited and upright, for the country and the people, he does not seek fame or profit, and even does not hesitate to die. However, the teacher, as the first assistant, should naturally support the society and stop the eunuchs, so the teacher's body should still be left for the useful time. ”

Han Yi looked at Zhang Yu and stroked his beard and smiled.

These words are comfortable to hear, affirming his character and status, and showing that he should not be tough with villains, not because he is afraid of death.

It seems that Zhang Yu already understands the three flavors of officialdom, and he can cultivate it well, and I believe that he will definitely have a lot of success in the future.

At the same time, Han Yi also breathed a sigh of relief in his heart, listening to the meaning of Zhang Yu's words, he has a solution, this is a good thing.

Han Yi said to Zhang Yu: "What do you say?" But it doesn't hurt to talk about it. ”

"Yes, Teacher." Zhang Yu hurriedly agreed, and then continued: "Teacher, this matter is not necessarily a bad thing. ”

"Everyone knows that once this thing is done, then it will definitely be Jinyiwei and Dongchang who will have a lot of power, and from then on they will persecute whoever they want. That's what you're most worried about, teacher, right? ”

Han Yi nodded, this was of course what they were most worried about.

This is a very bad sign, which means that the eunuchs and their ilk are going to reach out to the court.

In fact, they did so, like Cui Chengxiu of the Metropolitan Procuratorate, who colluded with Wei Zhongxian.

However, there are many such things, and there are several in each generation, so the civil officials don't care very much.

The collusion between civil officials and eunuchs basically does not have too many problems. The reason is also very simple, when it comes to the critical moment, the civil official can be removed, or this connection can be interrupted.

And letting the eunuchs have substantial power to directly intervene in the government is the most fatal.

This time things are exactly like this, if things really develop in the direction Wei Zhongxian wants, then he can really intervene in the government politics.

This is a very bad and unreasonable thing for civil officials, and the key is that it is unacceptable.

"In that case, why don't you do it?" Zhang Yu said with a smile.

"If the teacher does it, then the teacher will have that power. In this way, the teacher does not have to make any effort, and he does not even have to offend His Majesty. Just find some reason to take this matter under the teacher's hands, and you'll be fine! ”

Zhang Yu said with a smile: "There is no right or wrong in this matter, and there is no good or bad, it just depends on who will do it." What is used in good hands is naturally good, and what is used in bad hands is naturally bad. ”

"Wei Zhongxian and his ilk are ambitious, have no country and no king, if they are allowed to do it, it will naturally bring disaster to the country and the people. But what if you let the teacher do it? ”

"That must be for the benefit of the people and the clarification of officialdom. Later generations will also take this incident as an eternal example, and then the teacher will also go down in history, so that you can have the best of both worlds. ”

Han Yi listened to Zhang Yu's words, and his eyes were uncertain.

What Zhang Yu said made Han Yi very moved, but he also knew that although Zhang Yu was talking about flowers on the surface, the essence of this matter was not as Zhang Yu said.

To put it bluntly, it is a seizure of power.

Unlike Zhang Yu, Han Yi was worried that he would not get the support of civilian officials.

After all, this matter was planned by them from beginning to end, if this matter is taken into their own hands, then how will several other people think of themselves?

They will feel that they are going to be Yan Song. In that case, I'm afraid that everyone will oppose themselves.

Although he is the head of the cabinet, there is one key problem, he is not so trusted by His Majesty.

Once they start doing things, they have to go back if they don't get it right, so they can't do that.

But it's also a good idea to bring this matter to the cabinet. Once the matter reaches the cabinet, he is the head of the cabinet, and nominally he is still in charge of it?

Thinking of this, Han Yi couldn't help but smile.

Bringing this power to the Cabinet is the best way to do that. Because as long as it arrives in the cabinet, the same vote will be drafted, and the same will be approved.

What is this when all the impeachments of local officials are drafted by their own votes?

It's power!

Once such power is held in the hands, the strength of the cabinet will certainly be greatly enhanced, and its own status will also be greatly enhanced at that time.

Glancing at Zhang Yu, Han Yi said with a smile: "This matter can't be abolished for private reasons, how can such power be in the hands of one person?" ”

"Although he is upright as a teacher, he also understands in his heart that he cannot live alone in this officialdom. Placing this power in the cabinet is the best policy. ”

"In this way, everyone in the cabinet can act in accordance with this practice, which is a long-term policy for peace and stability."

Speaking of this, Han Yi stroked his beard and said with a smile: "Tomorrow, I will go to the cabinet as a teacher and tell them what you said." ”

"Teachers don't have to be like this, students have not yet entered the officialdom, so it is not appropriate to reveal it like this. This will not be a credit to the students, but will become a constraint to the students. The wood is beautiful in the forest, the wind will destroy it, the students are already very public, and now is the time for Taoguang to cultivate obscurity and concentrate on learning, and it must not be so public. ”

"I also ask the teacher to protect this matter, saying that this is the teacher's policy, and the students are grateful!" After Zhang Yu finished speaking, he bowed and saluted, with a pleading look on his face.

Looking at Zhang Yu, Han Yi didn't speak, but his eyes were full of joy.

I'm really good as a student, and it's good to be sensitive just because of this, and what I just said was just polite.

If he really ran to say that this was Zhang Yuxian's strategy, it would really not be good for Zhang Yu.

On the other hand, it is not good for oneself, first, it seems that it is incompetent, and second, it seems that it is not private enough.

This kind of thing is actually said to Zhang Yu? On the contrary, it will make people feel that their prestige as the head of the cabinet is insufficient.

Why do such things that are not beneficial?

It's just that as Zhang Yu's teacher, he keeps the students' ideas as his own, and it doesn't sound good to say it, so he said something like that.

Zhang Yu also understood what he meant, so he said the later words. As the saying goes, listening to the strings and knowing the meaning of elegance, I have such a ability as a student.

"Since you say so, then do as you say." Han Yi said with a smile: "Although this matter cannot be said to anyone, it is remembered for the teacher." After you enter the officialdom, the teacher will make up for you. ”

"The exams at the Royal Academy are about to start, how are you preparing?"

Han Yi stopped this matter and directly changed the topic: "Now that you are famous in the capital, this time you must take the exam well, strive to get a good ranking, and don't let the teacher down." ”

"Teacher, don't worry, students understand." Zhang Yu hurriedly bowed down and said.

The two of them talked, looked at each other and smiled, and they both understood what was going on in their hearts, and at the same time understood another thing, now when everyone is interdependent, no one can make a moth.

Early the next morning, Han Yi got up early and rushed directly to the cabinet.

Several other people also came.

Because of the reason of not going to the morning court, there is still some time before going to work, and a few people sit in the duty room to drink tea and eat a little bit of heart cushion to cushion their stomachs.

Speaking of which, this is not an early dynasty, but it is also a very easy thing for them to be an elderly court official, at least they don't have to get up so early every day to stand outside and line up.

It was very comfortable to sit in the duty room and drink tea and eat some snacks.

For these bigwigs in the court, they know very well that the early dynasty actually had more form than actual effect.

Because there is nothing to discuss in the morning, and any major matters are discussed in private. As the so-called big and small meetings, small things will be held, this is the norm.

So they don't really care about whether the emperor can go to the early dynasty or not. As long as the emperor is willing to see them and listen to them, that's fine, nothing else matters,

As for those who clamored for the emperor to go to the early dynasty, most of them were Yanguan and Qingliu.

The reason is also very simple, their grade is too low, they can't see the emperor, only when the early dynasty impeached people, they can see the emperor, and they will win the opportunity to perform.

If, according to the normal procedure, they want to impeach the person, they can write a question book and hand it to the Secretary of General Affairs, the Cabinet and the Department of Celebrants.

After a set of procedures, the secret is no longer a secret.

Of course, impeachment does not necessarily have to be kept secret, they themselves do this job, and real-name reporting is no problem.

The key problem is that this question book does not have such a shocking effect, it will not be seen by His Majesty, and it will make the cabinet solve all the problems, because the cabinet will approve the red.

So what do they do?

People who rely on mouths to take shortcuts, how can they do without such an opportunity?

scolded the emperor in the early morning, you can still deceive the court staff, and then it will be soaring; But if you can't see the emperor at all, your question book, no matter how intensely written, is not of much use, and the emperor may directly send you and then strip you naked.

Compared with any form, it is not as good as the effect of the early dynasty to deceive the court staff, so the officials and Qingliu want to go to the early dynasty.

Different needs have different attitudes, and several scholars in the cabinet feel that there is nothing wrong with not going to the early dynasty in this way. They were happy to eat, drink, and talk about things.

Han Yi said his thoughts, put down the teacup in his hand and said: "In this way, good things can be turned into bad things, and the cabinet can supervise the officials of the world, which is conducive to clarifying the officialdom, and at the same time will not go against Your Majesty." ”

After listening to Han Yi's statement, several people had different expressions on their faces.

Sun Chengzong couldn't help but think of a person, this person was Zhou Jiamo, the secretary of the ministry.

Zhou Jiamo once said that he would push the law into the examination, is this a more necessary policy before the examination of the law?

If this policy and the test method are combined, it will definitely produce a very good integration effect.

Turning his head to look at Han Yi, Sun Chengzong's eyebrows were raised, and he said: "This matter may be a good way, but there is one thing to discuss, that is, how should the cabinet do this?" ”

"After all, if you want Your Majesty to hand over this matter to the Cabinet, you must always make Your Majesty feel that the Cabinet will do a better job than Wei Zhongxian and them."

Hearing this, several people nodded.

In principle, they do not object to Han Yi's proposal, because once the cabinet really has this power, then it will be the power of a few of them.

As for whether the following feelings are uncomfortable, or whether the officials are suspicious of each other, or whether the upper officials are afraid of the lower officials participating in the performance, this is not within the scope of their concern.

But you have to make a show, too.

So Huang Kezhang said: "This also has to make some provisions on false accusations and how to sue them, and you can't talk nonsense, and you can't just mess with the question." This matter should be discussed. ”