Gao Gong's words are actually a bit hypocritical, Jiajing's nonsense and Xu Jie's helplessness, he sees it in his eyes. If Xu Jie was really outspoken, I'm afraid there would be no such thing; Without this, it would have been much more difficult to correct Jiajing's mistakes.

The logic in this is not complicated, how can Gao Gong not be clear? The reason why he still said this was nothing more than that he had a grudge against Xu Jie, and he just used the topic to play.

Shen Mo couldn't help but shake his head secretly, and said in his heart that if this word was spread, how many people would have to look sideways and mutter, how could Gao Gong be like this? Standing and talking without back pain? You can't see Xu Jie's difficulties? Or does he have to speak out, and then give you the opportunity to be good?

If you really let you write, eighty percent will be scolded more ruthlessly than Xu Jie!

Taking 10,000 steps back, even if he really had to ignore the status of teachers and students and stand on Gao Gong's side, it would be impossible to defeat Xu Ge Lao. As the saying goes, people's hearts are determined by success or failure" Now that the happy ones have been announced, the veteran Xu Ge has been supported by everyone, and his power far exceeds that of Yan Song back then.

What a smart person Gao Gong is, why can't he see this clearly? Could it be that the sudden entry into the cabinet made him inflate himself, and he could no longer correctly understand the difference in power between the two sides?

Shen Mo really guessed correctly, Gao Gong is indeed not very powerful, otherwise he would not have challenged Xu Jie three times or twice. In the past, the two were only verbal confrontations and inner rivalries, but now when they come out, they think that they are the new emperor and must be the first to press the high arch, but they are completely excluded from the secret discussion and drafting, and they are not only confused, but their emotions have been greatly hurt.

In addition, he already knew that Hu Yingjia impeached him, and firmly believed that it was Xu Jie's instigation behind the scenes, wanting to put himself to death, so he thought that he had been forced to the edge of the cliff, and he didn't want to be crushed, so he could only fight back.

Gao Gong pinned his hopes for a counterattack on Xinjun.

If the "Last Speech of the Emperor of the Last Edict" is the inauguration report of the new emperor, these two edicts echo before and after, which is the most striking sign of the change of dynasty, and it also has a strong effect. It is a policy declaration issued in the name of the current emperor, and I should believe it at all

And they also have a common feature - most of them are drafted by the auxiliary ministers, needless to say, how can the son tamper with Lao Tzu's will, even if it is only in the name of his Lao Tzu; Because the new monarch first came to Dabao, he did not understand the national economy and politics, and his prestige had not been established, so he had to follow the minister's wishes.

In terms of effect, the edict is about the same. Therefore, Gao Gong hopes that he can dominate and offset the addition of Xu Jie...... Since it was promulgated in the name of the new monarch, it was naturally indispensable to get the support of the new monarch if he wanted to gain the dominant power.

Gao Gong felt that with his close relationship with Xinjun, if he really wanted to fight, Xu Jie would definitely be out of reach, but if he silently supported Xu Jie, he would not be sure. Before the war, in order to avoid carelessness in Jingzhou, Gao Gong felt that it was necessary to do the work of silence first. I didn't expect him to help me, as long as I could stay neutral, Gao Gong was very satisfied.

Shen Mo understood the meaning of Gao Gong, but he couldn't stand on Gao Gong's side, because he was not superstitious at all, and the reason was not difficult to understand...... If you go against the other and completely overthrow the legacy of the first emperor, the new monarch will have a bad reputation for unfilial piety, and the drafting minister will be scolded for being disloyal and unfilial; If it is the same, people will only think that it is Xu Jie's credit, and they will not receive his high arch love.

There is another way, which is to basically affirm the idea, but change its specific measures, which is the only way to show the presence of the writer without bearing the pressure of public opinion. But the problem is that the edict drafted by Xu Jiezhang Juzheng is concise and dazzling to the extreme, especially in terms of specific measures, it is even more regrettable ink like gold, and only the things that everyone expects and have to do...... Such as fasting and dipping, stopping construction, stopping purchases, and reviving the proposal to offend the minister...... List them one by one; The rest of the measures that can be negotiated are left blank.

No matter how you write it, just scribbling on the blank space has no effect on the former...... Unless you dare to act perversely, it will not only be a matter of disloyalty and unfilial piety, but will directly bring disaster to the country and the people.

In short, a 'Wei Guangzheng' pearl jade in front of you will not give you a chance to make another fuss at all, this is obviously designed by Xu Jie and Zhang Juzheng in advance, with the skills of these two people, it is not difficult to do this at all.

After thinking about the Tao in it, it seems that the answer has also come out - stay away from the high arch and don't finish with him. But Shen Mo didn't intend to do this, and he also considered it for himself...... Xu Jie asked Zhang Juzheng alone to draft, and he completely determined the position of his mantle heir. Originally, he still imagined that with all these years of hard work, even if he couldn't win against Zhang Juzheng, he should be on an equal footing with him.

It's a pity that the biological is the biological one, and the one who is raised by his mother in the future can't compare to being a cow or a horse.

Seeing that the cabinet will be Xu Jie's world in the future, if Gao Gong is driven out again, it will be Xu Ge's old family that is dominant, and he will inevitably focus on supporting Zhang Juzheng, and he will be in an embarrassing marginal position. Considering that Zhang Taiyue is only forty-two years old this year, if he is left behind, it will be for a lifetime, which is unacceptable to Shen Mo no matter what.

Therefore, from the perspective of his own interests, he can't give up Gao Gong, not to mention that if the relationship between Gao Gong and Zhu Zaili is like father and son, he may also fail easily.

There is another reason, in the days when he was imprisoned, Gao Gong had been rescued seven times; And every time he encountered a crisis in the past, he was the first to stand up and give help as much as he could. This person is very affectionate, and he can't repay virtue with grievances, so help him if he can......

After making up his mind, Shen Mo told the analysis of the role to the two of Gao Gong openly and honestly.

At first, Gao Gong thought he was shirking, and the boss was unhappy in his heart, but gradually he heard that it was his heartfelt words, and his demeanor became solemn. After listening carefully to Shen Mo's speech, he pondered for a long time, and he had to nod and say, "Jiang Nan is right. Saying that, he sighed dejectedly: "Is there really nothing you can do with him?" "No matter what the amount of qi is, Gao Gong is a real person, and when he sees the other party digging his heart with him, he no longer pretends to be a person.

"Don't worry too much, Boss." Shen Mo called Gao Gong 'boss', which was to recognize the relationship between his superiors and subordinates back then, and said with a sincere face: "Although you really can't help Xu Ge Lao, but in the same way, he can't help you." ”

"That's nature." Gao arched his eyebrows, stroked his thick beard and said, "I've never worried about myself, I just don't want to watch that old corpse go down for vegetarian food." ”

"Wait patiently," Shen Mo sighed lightly, "It is impossible for Xu Ge to learn from Yan Song." ”

"I can afford to wait, Da Ming can't afford to wait!" Gao Gong couldn't help but be irritable and said: "National affairs are like a dragon, and change is imminent. In particular, the corruption of the rulers is even more ill! Up and down, several officials are not greedy, and they all collude with each other to form a group of friends, and they are all shocked and shocked.

If you want to stop this wind, it is impossible to be reluctant to cut your body. But Xu Jie can't do it, he likes to make mud, and he doesn't have the strength to do these things at all, but this official is about the life and death of Daming! Shousuke doesn't matter who will be in charge? If Shousuke doesn't do it, who will do it? Therefore, if you don't invite Xu Jie, and replace him with a capable and courageous one, the Ming Dynasty will innovate and there will be no hope! ”

Silently groaned, he didn't know how sincere Gao Gong's words were, not to mention that watching Xu Jie's actions, he had the courage to 'dare to change the sun and the moon into a new sky', why couldn't he expect more from him?

"Jiang Nan thinks I covet his power?" Seeing that he was silent and didn't speak, Gao Gong seemed to be greatly insulted, and said a little excitedly: "I, Gao Xinzheng, am not that kind of person, if it is a peaceful and prosperous world, I don't even want to be this official!" Go back to your hometown early, plant the land, write books, and live a few days of leisure! Said with a heavy sigh: "But there are no eggs under the nest, if no one stands up, reform and save the country, the day of the Ming Dynasty's death can be expected, I just want to be alone!" ”

"It's not like I'm at odds with Xu Jie." Gao Gong's words and demeanor made it impossible to doubt his sincerity, so he only heard him say loudly: "It's just that he is the first assistant, and he should take on the task of reform and make drastic changes." If you don't have this responsibility, don't occupy this position, otherwise it will be the biggest crime! As long as someone is more suitable to lead the Ming Dynasty to change Apple, I am willing to be the deputy to overcome obstacles for him and be a pawn! ”

The sound was deafening and full of true feelings, so that even the silence could not doubt the truth or falsehood.

After venting, Gao Gong calmed down, and said to Shen Mo and Guo Pu: "I still have to fight for this matter, in short, it's better than nothing, I can't let the cabinet become his hall!" ”

Guo Pu sighed and said, "That's all it can be." ”

Everything that should be said has been said, Shen Mo knew that he couldn't change anything, and nodded and said, "Since the boss thinks so, I'll help you be a lobbyist." "I can't join any camp now, and it is undoubtedly more beneficial for me to maintain the balance of power between Xu and Gao.

After this matter was over, Shen Mo was about to get up and say goodbye, and suddenly heard Gao Gong say: "The former emperor asked me, is it appropriate for you to enter the cabinet now?" ”

Shen Mo's heart moved, sat down again, and asked calmly, "What did the old man say?" ”

Gao Gong was very appreciative of his reaction. If it is an ordinary person, he must be busy and humble, saying, inappropriate, too young, or something, but he is silent and calm, full of confidence, and is indeed mature far beyond his age.

"The so-called 'wise men are in the opposition, and the prime minister's fault'," Gao Gong did not sell Guanzi, and said: "Although Jiangnan is not in the opposition; I don't dare to call myself the prime minister, but you are a talent that you have not met in a century, and your prestige and popularity are enough, so this matter is not very useful, so when will you wait? I solemnly recommend you to the emperor to join the cabinet! Jiangnan, you also work hard to achieve it overnight, and when the time comes, the three of us will join hands to assist our emperor and join in the governance of Longqing! Gao Gong's voice trembled a little excitedly, and his face turned red with excitement, as if the matter had been completed.

Gao Gong's enthusiasm made Shen Mo quite infected, but his heart was always clear, if he was recommended by Gao Gong to enter the cabinet, it would definitely cause Xu Jie's disgust, making him more inclined to Zhang Juzheng, which seemed to be quite worth the loss.

But you can't just refuse, otherwise you will definitely hurt Gao Gong, so he said silently: "I want to enter the cabinet, but the matter is big, please think about it carefully for a few days, and then give the boss an answer." ”

Gao Gong sighed a little disappointed, but then cheered up and said, "It's okay, it doesn't hurt to be cautious." ”

Shen Mo also sighed in his heart, he felt the loneliness in the other party's heart...... Gao Suqing must be sighing, Weisi people, who am I with?

It's just that he can't tie himself up with him, and after sitting for a while, he got up silently and said goodbye, Gao Gong and Guo Pu still had something to discuss, so they didn't leave him.

Silently with a heart, he returned to his room, and when he opened the door, he was startled, only to see a person sitting next to the bookcase, silently. It seems that he is obviously waiting for him.

When I looked closely, it turned out to be Xu Jie.

Shen Mo hurriedly saluted and said respectfully, "Teacher, why are you here?" ”

Xu Jie smiled at him and said, "I've been busy these days, and I haven't bothered to talk to you," he said, closing his book and saying, "I'm just here to see you." ”

"The teacher has been waiting for a long time." Shen Mo hurriedly made tea for Xu Jie.

"Didn't wait long." Xu Jie smiled and asked naturally, "Where did you go?" ”

"Elder Gao Ge called to speak." Shen Mo replied naturally, and as he spoke, he burned the teacup, put it in front of Xu Jie, and made tea for him, with smooth and natural movements, which were pleasing to the eye.

Xu Jie's eyes showed a hint of appreciation, he liked his current state very much, and smiled: "What did you say?" ”

"Let's talk about it." Shen Mo said softly: "Gao Yan asked me about the matter." ”

Seeing that he didn't hide it, the smile on Xu Jie's face became more real, and said: "It's great that he can worry about it, there has always been one less person in the cabinet who can help me take on the heavy responsibility." ”

"Well, Gao Ge Lao is indeed extremely talented, pragmatic and responsible, and he is also a role model for students to learn." After speaking silently, he paused and said: "Of course, the old man of the high pavilion is an official, and the court and the central government also have troubles, this is not worth learning." ”

"Why should you be self-defeating?" Xu Jie laughed and said, "In the eyes of the old man, you are much stronger than him." Said Zhengse: "Gao Xin Zheng can do things and can't be a man, so he can't be an official, he will suffer a big loss." ”

"The students were taught." Silence answered softly.

"Of course, I'm not worried that you'll make the same mistake." Xu Jie said slowly: "He wants to prepare, but the old man can't ask for it, so let him join in, and you will come together, and everyone will brainstorm and do the first thing in the new dynasty." "This prime minister's bearing is indeed much stronger than Gao Gong.

"Yes." Silence answered again.

"Also, the first emperor has been imprisoning you for more than half a year, and you must not be happy in your heart, right?" Xu Jie looked at him and said.

Shen Mo smiled bitterly: "It's fake to say that you are happy." ”

"Oh, that's good." Xu Jie smiled and said, "But don't hate the first emperor, he is also good for you." Said with a faint smile and said: "The fragrance of plum blossoms comes from the bitter cold, without that experience, how can you be now?" ”

"That's right," Shen Mo nodded, and said, "In the past six months or so, students have had time to think, and some things that they couldn't figure out before are now understood." ”

"That's the catch." Xu Lingshou said: "Life is full of ups and downs, how can it always be at the top of the slope?" When you are at a low point, you should also keep a normal mind, think more about your own shortcomings, and be stronger when you get up again. Speaking of which, he twisted his beard and said: "Speaking of which, it has been more than a year since you came back from the southeast, and you haven't done anything serious this year, right?" ”

"I'm ashamed." Shen Mo bowed his head and said: "I wasted a year of time." ”

"Come out and do things." Xu Jie said with a smile: "The heir to the throne and the renewal of Vientiane are a good time for you to show your ambitions." ”

"But listen to the teacher." Shen said respectfully.

"Your current qualifications are well-known, and it is indisputable to lead one." Xu Jie obviously had a plan, and said slowly: "Gaoxin Zheng has entered the cabinet, and the book of the Ministry of Rites is empty, so let's make a transition here first and wait for the right time to enter the cabinet." Saying that, he looked at him deeply and said: "The six departments are no longer what they used to be, and they are still the king of the cabinet." ”

"Cabinet?" Shen Mo didn't expect Xu Jie to be so direct, in the teacher's place, of course, he had to keep a low-key style, so he said: "Isn't it too early, the students are not ready yet, and they want to study for a few more years." ”

"It's the same with learning after you enter the cabinet." Xu Jie said with a smile: "The old man can work for a few more years, and there is time for you to learn while doing." After a pause, he smiled a little narrowly: "The cabinet is a place, the most important thing is to come first and come first, even if you only play for one day than others, you have to follow others for the rest of your life." As he spoke, he picked up the teacup and took a sip and said, "Occupy the position first, help the old man for a few years, I will be seventy at most, and I will be on the spot, and it just so happens that you young people have also matured." When he said this, Xu Ge Lao's face was full of excitement: "When the time comes, you will be young and strong, and you will definitely be more capable than me...... Daming still has to rely on you. ”

You, naturally, refer to Shen Mo and Zhang Juzheng. Xu Ge Lao is indeed a master, and with some heartfelt and sincere words, he pulled the teacher-student relationship back.

Shen Mo couldn't help but smile bitterly in his heart, it seems that the effect of riding once is too strong, and the two elders are vying to help me enter the cabinet. But is the cabinet interesting at this time? Can you be comfortable sandwiched between the steps and the high arch all day long?

If he had a choice, he would rather be a scholar or something, at least he didn't have to look at people's faces all day long, and he could do something practical.

Just if you agree to this, you will offend that, isn't this a problem for him?