The lights in the Zhaoyang Hall were bright, and dozens of little eunuchs galloped back and forth with heavy books, accompanied by the old eunuch's soft reprimand: "Slow down, don't disturb Your Majesty and your lords......"

His gray eyebrows almost covered his eyes, but his eyes didn't take any flowers, since Gao Wei established a cabinet in Zhaoyang Palace, Zhaoyang Hall became the busiest place in Northern Qi.

Every day, there are batches of courtiers who come and go to Zhaoyang Hall to accept the summons and interrogation of His Majesty or Shangguan, and they are sent in and sent out by flowing water, and the little yellow door on duty in Zhaoyang Hall has all been trained in a good body for a few days.

In the previous dynasty, when Emperor Wucheng was alive, his cold appearance was completely different, and now he is a diligent emperor.

In the night, a team of palace ladies came from afar, and the old eunuch looked at it and knew that this was the palace maid in Jiafu Palace, and it should be a supper.

The palace maid named Mu Huanghua has been running here for more than a month. The emperor and his ministers have been reviewing the chapters for a long time, and it is inevitable that they will be hungry if they use their brains excessively, which is also a good heart on the side of Jiafu Palace.

Cushman put down his pen, stretched his waist, and stopped the official business at hand. The room was full of ministers buried in their work, and no one noticed Cushman & Wakefield's "undocumented behavior".

Cushman & Wakefield estimated that it was almost time to eat every night, and he could go back to sleep after eating this meal. Of course, this meal is to be eaten by the courtiers, it is a working meal, and it is also a kind of reward.

After a few days of preliminary work assignment and running-in, the cabinet ministers have already established their position in the cabinet, assigned the order of sitting and tasks, and Zhao Yanshen and Gao Rui are naturally the leading figures of the cabinet team. In terms of ability and qualifications, there is no one who is unconvinced.

As for Langya Wang Gao Yan, everyone ignored him intentionally or unintentionally, so he was the most idle person in the cabinet.

At this time, it has embarked on a normal work track, and for the time being, the efficiency of the cabinet is within Cushman and Wakefield's expectations.

This is still very satisfactory to Cushman & Wakefield, and the following departments must submit the notes and treatment plans for the last time after the cabinet has been approved, discussed, and revised before they can be issued. Although the procedure was a little more complicated and cumbersome, there was no doubt that the efficiency was much improved, and after discussion among the cabinet members, it was necessary for the emperor to know about the piece before presenting it to Cushman and Wakefield.

Cushman & Wakefield is no longer like a tired dog a few days ago, eating snacks from time to time, looking at the scenery, and being very comfortable.

After the palace maids stepped forward to give a salute, they handed out the food boxes to the table of the ministers one by one, and then went down, I don't know why the palace maids who were headed by Gao Wei always had their eyes flashing when they looked at Gao Wei, and quietly blushed, Gao Wei didn't care, and waved his hand to let the palace maids put down the food boxes and leave.

He was not interested in looking at the young and beautiful faces and figures of the palace maids now, and his mind was full of the content of the compromises he had just watched. Naturally, he would not have noticed the disappointed eyes of the beautiful palace maid, let alone know that her name was Mu Huanghua.

Supper is very simple, usually some warm and moisturizing ingredients, such as millet porridge and some lighter side dishes. The food made in Jiafu Palace is more delicious than that of the imperial dining room, and it is also more exquisite.

Gao Wei and the general meals of his courtiers, although Gao Wei did not do it deliberately, still flattered the courtiers.

After Gao Wei finished eating, the courtiers below began to discuss today's government affairs, that is, when they communicated with each other.

After Gao Wei's investigation within a few days, there are still some courtiers who have performed well, and the overall situation is naturally experienced ministers such as Zhao Yanshen and Gao Rui, and the most capable ones on the young side's side are Tang Yong and Yuan Wenyao.

Tang Yong didn't mention it, he has a good family background, and he is also very capable, he became a secretary of the military department at a young age, but Yuan Wenyao's performance even surpassed Tang Yong, and even Zhao Yanshen showed enough appreciation.

"Judging from the situation they reported, the grain reserves of Lianghuai are still very sufficient, but there may be some places where they have made false reports and lied about them. When I was in Yanzhou last year......"

Yuan Wenyao has a good appearance, a righteous attitude, a clear voice, and is reasonable and evidence-based when discussing things, and can often debate some difficult and complex issues clearly, and come up with accurate and feasible solutions.

This is a talent, Gao Wei judged it through some information collected a few days ago, Yuan Wenyao is indeed very capable.

That's why Gao Wei put him into the cabinet according to the killing intent in his heart, intending to make a conclusion while observing to see whether he should be eliminated or supported, but the more he observed, the more indifferent Gao Wei's murderous intent became, and finally it was completely transformed into appreciation.

Capable people, regardless of the superior person, are appreciated.

Although Gao Wei is not sure of Yuan Wenyao's loyalty, he recognizes Yuan Wenyao's ability.

There is no conflict between the two, and loyalty is of course important, but ability is even more important.

Cushman & Wakefield decided to give Yuan Wenyao a chance to perform. After finishing the meal, the ministers dispersed and were escorted back to the house by the brocade armor soldiers, and Gao Wei left Yuan Wenyao behind.

Gao Wei first greeted Yuan Wenyao a few words, and then asked him about his work status and family situation, and then got to the point:

"I heard that Aiqing is the royal family of the previous dynasty, but is there such a thing?"

Yuan Wenyao's heart jumped suddenly, and he said calmly: "Even if there is some relationship, we all have a common ancestor who is Tuoba Shiyigan, but the ancestor of the minister is only a distant branch of the Northern Wei royal family, if it is said that it has a relationship with the Eastern Wei, it is still very far-fetched." ”

Not humble, not arrogant, no fear. Gao Wei once again showed an appreciative look: "Don't be nervous, I just asked casually." ”

Yuan Wenyao's tense back relaxed slightly, and before he could catch his breath, Gao Wei said next:

"Aiqing, does she have a lost family in the palace? I can let the queen take care of it. ”

Yuan Wenyao didn't understand whether Gao Wei said that casually, or if he meant something, and a cold sweat broke out.

After a moment, Fang said with difficulty: "Minister, there is indeed a distant niece in the palace...... I don't know exactly what the palace ministers are in......"

"Well," Gao Wei was noncommittal, drank a glass of warm water, smacked his lips, and said, "Her name is Yuan Yun?"

Yuan Wenyao raised his head in shock, then slowly lowered his head and spit out a word with difficulty: "Yes." ”

"Out of Emperor Yuanxiu's daughter?"

"Yes......"

"The assassin who assassinated me a few days ago happens to be called Yuan Yun."

"Your Majesty." Yuan Wenyao was a little flustered.

Gao Wei raised his hand and motioned for him to sit down: "I didn't ...... her anything"

muttered in his heart: "Xiao Luzi hasn't spread the news yet......"

said: "A few days ago, I found my imperial sister, who she took care of and grew up with, so she has a great sin, and I will forgive her......"

"Your Majesty......"

Gao Wei stopped him again, "Don't talk nonsense, as long as she is honest and responsible, I will naturally protect her." ”

"I heard that Kudivolen is her uncle?"

"That's right." Although Yuan Wenyao was still worried in his heart, he could get Gao Wei's assurance, and his heart was a lot more settled, if Gao Wei didn't have this idea, he could have killed him a few days ago.

"Well, I know......" Gao Wei looked at him and smiled, "It seems that you are still loyal to me except for a little selfishness, and I am satisfied." Go back and tell Kudi Volian in private, no matter what King Langya tells him or what he wants him to do, he has to make a look of conviction, absolute obedience, do you understand? ”

"I understand."

"Well, let's go down."

Yuan Wenyao bowed his head and retreated.

In the warm candlelight, Gao Wei looked at the empty tabletop, his fingers gently pinched, not knowing what he was thinking.