Chapter 689: Driving the Tiger and Devouring the Wolf
Seeing that Zhang Juzheng finally got to the point, Wang Wei's spirit suddenly lifted, his eyes looked fixedly, and he put on a deferential appearance. Pen, fun, and www.biquge.info
This time, Zhang Juzheng didn't sell anything anymore, I saw him put the wine glass in his hand on the case, and then arched his hand at Wang Weiyi very seriously: "This first thing is that I want to sue you for a crime." At the previous celebration of the wedding of the Son of Heaven, someone proposed to knight you, but I rejected it, and I hope you don't want to be weird. ”
As soon as he mentioned this, Wang Wei felt a bitter taste in his heart. To be honest, he was also quite looking forward to being present that day, who doesn't want to have a higher status in the court? But the most powerful person in the court today opposed the knighthood in public, which made him want to find a crack in the ground at that time. Perhaps it is precisely because of this that he, the abbot of the country, is especially not valued in Beijing.
If he does not have a grudge against Zhang Juzheng, it is unrealistic. However, Wang Wei also knows that there is too much gap between the two sides, not to mention that the other party is the head of the cabinet with all the power in the world, even an ordinary cabinet minister, and he can't afford to offend, so he can only bury this emotion deep in his heart.
Unexpectedly, at this time, Zhang Juzheng actually mentioned this matter himself, which made Wang Wei a little dazed for a while, and only after a while did he bow his hand to the other party and said: "The elder of the pavilion is serious, and I understand that the elder of the pavilion is only doing this for the sake of the overall situation, and I dare not have the slightest dissatisfaction." I think that although I have the identity of the ruler of the country, but I have no credit to the country and the people of the court, I really shouldn't be knighted, and the elder of the pavilion seems to be hindering me by doing this, but in fact, if you think about it, it also has the intention of helping me. Otherwise, there will inevitably be a lot of gossip in Beijing. ”
"The national abbot really understands the righteousness, and I am deeply admired." When Zhang Juzheng heard this, a satisfied smile immediately appeared on his face, and he raised his glass to toast the other party: "But what the national lord said is right in my heart, and I do feel that this is not good for the country, so I will speak out against it." But you can rest assured, as long as the time comes, and there is a proper reason, this cabinet should help you get the title. ”
"In this case, thank you for your kindness." Wang Wei also hurriedly picked up the wine glass and drank a full cup, and the servants who were waiting on the side hurriedly filled another glass for him.
Seeing him so happy, Zhang Juzheng was even more happy in his heart, so he tentatively pulled the topic to what he really wanted to say to Wang Wei: "In fact, if you want to talk about merit, the official position that Guozhang holds now is a place where it is easy to make meritorious contributions. ”
"You mean Jinyiwei?" Wang Wei's heart suddenly moved, and he became a little vigilant. Sure enough, the other party began to pull the topic to Jin Yiwei, which was exactly what he expected.
The change in his expression naturally couldn't hide Zhang Juzheng's eyes, but Zhang Ge Lao didn't take his reaction too seriously, just said to himself: "Yes, the power of Jinyiwei is very great, and the power is far more than most of the yamen in the world, it is naturally not difficult to make meritorious contributions, and as the commander of Jinyiwei, these credits are naturally indispensable to you." But ......" said this, he was stunned, and frowned slightly.
"But what? Please also ask the elder to make it clear. Wang Wei asked interestingly.
"However, the reputation of this brocade guard is not good, and it is easy for them to make meritorious contributions, so it is not difficult to get into trouble. Especially in the past few years, relying on the favor of the Son of Heaven, they have become more and more unscrupulous, and no one knows what is wrong inside. If something suddenly goes wrong during your time as the commander, I'm afraid that the credit you can get will not be enough to offset the crime. Zhang Juzheng sighed as if he was worried about the other party.
Wang Wei was obviously stunned for a moment, but after thinking about it carefully, things may really develop as Zhang Juzheng said. He was completely combed and unfamiliar with Jinyiwei, and he didn't know anything about what those people were doing on weekdays. But if the people of Jinyiwei really did something that violated the king's law at this time, would he, the nominal commander, not be implicated?
Those officials and imperial historians in the court don't care if he, the commander of the Jinyi Guard, is just a false position, once he wants to convict the Jinyi Guard, he will naturally scold him as the leader by the way.
Moreover, as far as Wang Wei knows, these officials of the Ming Dynasty also have a very bad habit, that is, in the face of more noble or special people, the more they scold. A relative like him may be targeted even if he makes a mistake, let alone add a brocade guard.
Thinking like this, Wang Wei suddenly felt even more uneasy in his heart, and his brows furrowed deeply. And his appearance fell into Zhang Juzheng's eyes, but it made them happy. At this time, Qin Gang, who had not spoken much, spoke: "This statement of the elder is indeed a headache, but it is not completely without a solution for the national abbot. ”
"But I don't know what to do?" Wang Wei hurriedly asked, he was indeed a little panicked.
"One of the two ways is to resign from the position of commander. However, there is a lot of trouble, after all, this is the official position of the Son of Heaven who has just been crowned the ruler of the country, so how do the people of the world view the Son of Heaven? It is also likely to provoke the dissatisfaction of the Son of Heaven. Qin Gang raised a finger and gave a suggestion.
Wang Wei also quickly shook his head: "This is naturally not possible, and I can't come up with any legitimate reason to resign from this official position." ”
"Then there's only the second way, but it's a bit harder." Qin Gang smiled and sold Guanzi.
"But what?" Wang Wei had obviously been mobilized by someone, and subconsciously asked casually.
Qin Gang glanced at Zhang Juzheng, and after seeing him pause imperceptibly, he said: "Then it is up to you to make this decision, so that Jinyiwei can't do anything that can harm you." ”
"What do you mean by that?" Wang Wei was obviously stunned for a moment, but then he understood again, and his eyes shrank suddenly: "Are you asking me to seize power?" ”
Qin Gang didn't mean to hide it, nodded and generously admitted: "This is the most fundamental way." As long as the Jinyi Guards are under your control, not only can you ensure that they will not cause anything unfavorable to you, but also the credit in the future will naturally be yours. ”
Wang Wei's heart has been revealed, and the other party only revealed his true intention at this time, that is, he wants to use his own name to seize power in Jinyiwei. He was already worried, and he subconsciously wanted to refuse the other party's proposal, not to mention that the brocade guard had already been completely controlled by Yang Zhen, just the instructions of the Son of Heaven when he took office, it was not something he dared to disobey at will.
But then, another voice rang in his head: "What they said is not completely unreasonable. Even if I really ignore the matter of Jinyiwei, once something really happens, will the emperor spare me because of this? Moreover, as far as the emperor's trust in Yang Zhen is concerned, maybe he will take me out to him at that time! ”
Thinking about it like this, Wang Wei's originally firm heart began to waver. After being silent for a while, he said to Qin Gang a little helplessly: "Thank you Qin Sheren for your suggestions, but this matter is not easy to do." Although I am nominally the commander of the Jinyi Guard, in fact I don't have any power at all, and no one in the Jinyi Guard will listen to me, so what can I use to seize power? ”
There is a door! Hearing him say this, a hint of smugness flashed in the eyes of the other three people in the hall, knowing that he was already a little tempted. Now he is still hesitant, but he doesn't have the confidence and courage to succeed, and this point, Zhang Juzheng, the first assistant, can easily give him.
So Zhang Juzheng smiled indifferently: "Guozhang doesn't have to worry about this, manpower or anything is not a problem." Not to mention that I can give you some people to use, even in the brocade guard, there are also many depressed people waiting for an opportunity. As long as you are willing to do this, they will be used for you. In addition, my nephew has always been stable and has some ability, so I can let him follow you now, help you run errands, and fight down, so you can rest assured, right? ”
In fact, Wang Wei was also a little curious about this Zhang Qian, who had never spoken much, and he didn't know why Zhang Juzheng invited him to attend today. It wasn't until now that I realized that this was where he was useful.
This is indeed a good idea, with the help of this Zhang Juzheng's son and nephew, you can get more help from Zhang Juzheng. And as soon as this person's identity shines into the brocade guard, many people also have to weigh it, so they choose to stand on his side.
Of course, this person is not all good, and one thing is inevitable, that is, he will also become Zhang Juzheng's eyeliner ambushed by his side, playing a role of monitoring and restraint.
After thinking about this, Wang Wei's heart fluctuated for a while, and he really couldn't make up his mind for a while. Everyone is self-motivated, and he naturally has it. He was not willing to be an unknown ruler like this, but the emperor's previous instructions made him dare not act rashly.
Zhang Juzheng and the three on the other side had no intention of continuing to put pressure on him, just quietly waiting for him to make a final decision. They believe that after saying everything, anyone with the slightest ambition will make that decision.
Finally, after a long silence, Wang Wei raised his head: "Since Zhang Ge Lao is so worthy of it, I should try my best!" ”
"Okay, I believe that with the ability of the national ruler, I will definitely be able to take the power of the brocade guard!" Zhang Juzheng was immediately overjoyed, picked up the wine glass and said to him: "Please drink this cup to the full!" ”
"Please!" Wang Wei also hurriedly took the cup and drank all the wine in the cup, looking a little excited.
As for Zhang Juzheng, he was proud for a while, and his plan to drive the tiger and devour the wolf finally succeeded in taking the first step.