Wan Heshun was somewhat shaken. He misses the redundancy no less than Wei Chong. He thought that the more chaotic the situation in Nanjing, the better, and that he could take the initiative only if he made the Lu Party uneasy. But this matter cannot be solved purely by speculation, and Lu Fangxuan's opinion must always be considered.

In addition, the Liu Party should also pay attention to it. In order to prevent them from interfering, redundant 'good governance' must be carried out slowly so that the situation is firmly in their own hands. In Yu Wan Heshun's view, this party struggle will be a mild struggle that can shake hands and talk.

He thought for a moment, and then said to Wei Chong: "Wei Shuban, this official was born to pity the suffering of the people, and even if the people have this wish, I can't bear to see traitors and corrupt officials run rampant. In this way, you go and persuade Yue Guogong to find out what his opinion is, and if you agree, ask if it is appropriate to discuss it in the palace? ”

"Understood, understood!" Wei Chong smiled smugly, got up from the ground, and even walked with his head held high.

Lu Fangxuan has been waiting for such an opportunity. But Wan Heshun's reaction was so swift that he was unexpected: it seemed that this old brother was still familiar with him.

Yue Guogong gladly accepted Wei Chong's advice, but he didn't like Wan Heshun's suggestion very much, and shook his head: "I understand Brother Wan's kindness, and discussing in the palace is nothing more than avoiding the eyes and ears of the Liu Party; However, the more this matter is covered up, I am afraid that it will backfire. It's better to go to the palace together, ask for redundancy in front of His Majesty, and speak uprightly. The so-called body is not afraid of the shadow, the saint listens to Mingyun, and the Liu Party naturally must not catch the wind and catch the shadow, so he will be a hindrance. ”

Wei Chong replied to Wan Heshun, Wan Heshun thought it was reasonable, and nodded: "Brother Lu Xian is a person who understands. The Lao Shuban went on another trip and said that Wan had promised, and he would be called to the Holy Prelude tomorrow. ”

On this morning, Lu Fangxuan entered Wanfu in a sedan chair, and this time he only brought a few entourages, and then walked towards the palace.

"Brother Wan!"

"Brother Lu Xian!"

At the gate of the palace, Lu Fangxuan and Wan Heshun finally bumped into each other, and the two did not wait to salute, that is, they warmly exchanged arms and greeted each other, as if the cooperation between them still existed.

"Huizhi, those who can serve the people in the world, except for General Liu, there are only you and me left! It's a pity that others don't know, and they also complain that the redundancy was a party struggle back then. This is said by people who do not understand reason, and you must not believe it. Lu Fangxuan said.

"Brother Lu Xian, your words in the second half are really witty, and the words in the first half are bad," Wan Heshun laughed, "There is also a Mr. Wei." If there is no Mr. Wei, who is willing to do anything redundant? It's his credit. By the way, I want to talk about the academy today, and I hope that the virtuous brother will also hold such beliefs and speak for Wan. ”

Lu Fangxuan didn't know that he still had this one, but he didn't do anything big, he just smiled: "Of course, this is ......"

The two walked in unison to the palace, the emperor had moved from the bedroom to the 'palace', put down the screen, and placed a Taishi chair on each side, the emperor stretched out his hand in the back and ordered the two to sit down.

"The two Qing came to see me together, what's the matter?" The Emperor's voice was tired.

"Your Majesty," Wan He said as he stood up, "the minister and the Duke of Yue want to talk about Nanjing's redundancy. ”

"Speak." The emperor said.

"Because Nanjing has been set up to accompany the capital for a long time, the personnel are redundant, and there are many idlers inside, and they eat empty money; Among them, the fish and dragons are mixed, it is difficult to distinguish, and the traitors take advantage of the situation to make profits, and even exploit the people, regardless of the people, and the countryside is resentful. Therefore, the ministers and others are willing to start the redundant and good governance to save the situation. ”

"Is there a precedent?" The Emperor asked again.

"Your Majesty, in the past, this government was admonished by the prince of the country to sacrifice wine and guard, and some idle officials were removed, and the initial results were achieved; However, due to widespread rumors and criticism, the implementation was suspended. If there is any doubt about the holy will, you can send someone to the palace to get the documents of the year. Lu Fangxuan said on the side.

"No need, I can trust two loyal ministers. For the rest, go back and discuss it yourself. ”

"But Your Majesty," Wan Heshun suddenly raised his eyes, "Minister...... There is one more thing to tell. ”

"Then go on."

"This country priest Jiu Weihuai has a academy ......" Wan Heshun was afraid that the emperor was not familiar with the characters in Nanjing, so he talked about the beginning and end of Wei Huai's academy, and then began to get to the point.

"The minister thought that there were so many people with lofty ideals in the academy that it would be a pity if they were only allowed to talk in vain. It is better to take advantage of the opportunity of redundancy to get rid of the incompetent, recruit the talents of the college, and save the hearts of the frustrated people. ”

"What does Gong Lu think?" The Emperor turned his head.

"This ......" Lu Fangxuan really couldn't speak, and thought indignantly: "It turned out to be for such a thing! He is in charge of civil affairs, and he will bring all the literati to him, if the academy is used for him, will I not have a place to stand in Nanjing? He hated himself for not having thought it through, and came in a hurry, making the same mistake as the previous mutinies.

Wan Heshun saw that his face was pale, and the corners of his mouth couldn't help but rise: he had been beaten by himself.

Lu Fangxuan still opened his mouth: "I am in charge of the military and government with the county king, Wan Gong has made up his mind, and I don't dare to say more, so that's it." His words betrayed a sense of reluctance.

They are all waiting for the emperor's reply. This is just a puppet of the Liu Party, Wan Heshun seemed indifferent to this, and looked east and west for a while, expressing his ease to Lu Fangxuan.

"These literati can't make big waves, so there's no need to do this kind of 'recruitment' thing. On the contrary, they have a chance to take advantage of it. Wan Qing wouldn't want the authority of the government to be shaken, right? The emperor seemed to be looking at Lu Fangxuan.

Wan Heshun's forehead suddenly had a few horizontal lines, his eyebrows were twisted, the laugh lines under the bridge of his nose gradually disappeared, and his mouth was closed tightly. His eyes were first surprised, then annoyed, and finally a pair of pale and blank eyes looked around. Lu Fangxuan indifferently blew away a few grains of dust that fell on his sleeve.

"Of course not, who wants to......" He regained his composure, understanding that the emperor did not eat that - this majesty only cared about the authority from above.

"Yes, what do the grass people know, a bunch of ignorant people!" Lu Fangxuan also understood how to get off the donkey.

"You can do it redundantly, but this one is called Sihe Academy, and you can't make a fuss about it." The emperor's opinion was carried out to the end.

When Lu Fangxuan withdrew from the palace, he kept muttering: "The emperor is wise, the emperor is wise......"

He didn't allow Wan Heshun to vent his anger, and he had to continue to discuss the implementation of the cut with Lu Fangxuan with a smile on his face. When they arrived at the waiting room, Wan Heshun was eager to agree with Lu Fangxuan, not wanting to see this hateful face again. But Lu Fangxuan replied quietly: "No one has arrived, you don't have to worry." ”

"Yes, Hu Shangshu and the others haven't come yet......" Wan Heshun smiled apologetically, but the hot sweat on his face was extremely hot under the scorching sun.