There is no impermeable wall under the sky, and soon, the news that Yan Shifan hurriedly ran to the Tai Hospital to seek the Tai Doctor to diagnose and treat Yan Song, and it spread.

Like dropping a bombshell on calm water, the news quickly caused an uproar.

The government and the opposition also have a lot of speculation about Yan Song's condition.

At present, there are two most popular sayings, one is that Yan Song occasionally feels cold, and he can recuperate for a few days, and the other is that Yan Song's tuberculosis recurs, and he will die soon.

After this news gradually spread, some people shouted that the sky has eyes, and the retribution is unhappy, and immediately feasted the guests to celebrate, and some people chose to close the door to thank the guests, and they were in a panic all day.

In addition to the above two types of people, more people are secretly watching the development of things, and they will definitely not easily express their attitude until the situation is completely clear.

After all, Yan Song has been in the position of the first assistant of the cabinet, and he has been sitting for 20 years, and he has accumulated great authority, and the civil and military officials are afraid of him like a tiger and a wolf.

No one knows if Yan Song will be able to survive this time, what if he survives as before?

When the time comes, it is inevitable that you will be liquidated if you stand in line easily, and your original good future will be ruined.

Despite this, there are still people who adhere to the idea of standing in line as soon as possible to reap the fruits of victory, and run to Xu Jie, who has the best chance to succeed the first assistant of the cabinet, to show their loyalty.

In the evening, Xu Jie's mansion in the capital.

At this time, in the study, there was a slightly anxious voice from the right attendant of the household.

"Elder Xu Ge, before I came, the lower officials had already found out, and it was indeed true!"

"That Yan Shifan ran to the Tai Hospital early in the morning and invited Imperial Doctor Li into the Yan Mansion for diagnosis and treatment, and according to the news found so far, Yan Song is most likely suffering from a recurrence of tuberculosis and will not live long!"

When Wang Ting said this, he paused, and then continued to add: "Elder Xu Ge, you might as well think about it, if Yan Song's condition is not serious, then how could Yan Shifan go to the Tai Hospital early in the morning and ask the Tai Doctor to go to the outpatient clinic?" ”

"According to the lower officials, it is most likely that the Imperial Doctor Li who went to diagnose and treat received the Yan family's money and promised to help Yan Song conceal his illness."

After patiently listening to Wang Ting's analysis, Xu Jie nodded and said in response: "Well, I can't rule out this possibility for the time being, last time Yan Song was seriously ill, it was also this Imperial Doctor Li who helped him hide his condition. ”

Seeing that his analysis was recognized by Xu Jie, Wang Ting's face was full of excitement that could not be concealed.

Then, I saw him withdraw his gaze from Xu Jie's body, and urged: "So Elder Xu Ge, you can't hesitate any longer, if you miss this opportunity, you don't know when you will have to wait for the next time?" ”

"Our people are ready, and when the time comes, we can uproot the Yan Party and return the Ming Dynasty to a Lang Lang ......."

Before Wang Ting's words were finished, he was interrupted by Xu Jie's words: "Don't worry, let's see the situation first, and then we can know what Yan Song's situation is tomorrow." ”

After Xu Jie finished speaking, he looked in the direction where Wang Ting was located, and commanded in a deep voice: "Tell me to go down, without my order, no one can act on their own, do you understand?" ”

"Yes, Elder Xu Ge!"

Seeing that Xu Jie had already made a decision, even if Wang Ting was angry, he could only nod yes.

After this, Xu Jie withdrew his gaze from Wang Ting's body, waved his hand, and commanded: "Without further ado, you hurry down and inform the others of this news!" ”

"Yes, Elder Xu Ge, the next official will retire!"

After bowing to Xu Jie, Wang Ting walked out of the room.

……

After Wang Ting left, I saw Xu Jie slowly getting up from the seat, and at this time, Xu Jie's face was full of inexplicable looks.

Regarding the speculation put forward by Wang Ting before, Xu Jie actually believed most of it, but out of prudence, he did not make a decision for a long time.

"Is it possible, is my Xu Jie's opportunity coming?"

As soon as he thought that he had the opportunity to sit on the chair that only the cabinet chief assistant could sit on, Xu Jie's breathing couldn't help but become short.

"Xu Jie, don't worry, wait a little longer, wait until tomorrow, everything will be clear!"

After comforting himself like this, Xu Jie's increasingly restless heart gradually calmed down, and after taking a deep breath, Xu Jie's return to his usual state.

At this moment, there was a slight knock on the door from outside the door, and then, only the voice of the butler sounded outside the door: "Master, here is the reply letter written by the eldest young master to you!" ”

After learning that Xu Fan's reply to himself had been delivered, Xu Jie cleared his throat and ordered, "Come in!" ”

As the words fell, there was only a 'squeak', and the door to the room was pushed open, and in a short time, the butler stepped in.

After entering the study, the housekeeper did not hesitate at all, immediately looked in the direction where Xu Jie, took out the envelope from his sleeve, and said respectfully: "Master, here is the letter sent to you by the eldest young master!" ”

"Well, got it, you go down first!"

After taking the envelope from the butler's hand, I saw Xu Jie withdraw his gaze, wave his hand, and command quite casually.

"Yes, sir!"

Seeing that the task of his trip had been successfully completed, the housekeeper did not mean to stay too long, arched his hand to Xu Jie, and then left the study.

When the housekeeper left, he also brought the door of the room with him.

After that, Xu Jie came to the bookcase and sat down, opened the envelope in his hand, and browsed the contents on it with great concentration.

"Father, I have been in good health lately, and the child has truthfully informed the patriarch of the maritime trade certificate you mentioned in your letter earlier."

"After reading the letter, the patriarch immediately summoned the clan to discuss the matter, and the child also urged him to stop the large-scale annexation of land in front of many elders in the clan in accordance with your instructions, and gave a detailed account of the profits that can be brought by the sea trade......

After reading the contents of the letter, Xu Jie's face was full of joy.

Then, I saw him put the letter in his hand aside, stroked his beard, and said to himself: "Okay, okay, Fan'er, when my father finishes the trouble here, I will definitely compensate you!" ”

"It's good that I didn't rush to draw a line with the family at the beginning, otherwise it would ......"

In Xu Jie's view, everything is developing in a good direction, first he may go further and sit in the position of the first assistant of the cabinet, and then, the family is also gradually transforming.

"Haha, it's really a double happiness today!"

"Yan Song, Yan Song, it's time to draw an end to the grievances and grievances between us, don't worry, I will spare my life when the time comes!"

When Xu Jie said this, he unconsciously clenched his fists, and his face was full of determination.

……

Similar dramas are also being played out in other parts of the capital, and at the same time, Gao Gong's mansion in the capital.

In the room, Gao Gong and Zhang Juzheng sat opposite each other.

Compared with Zhang Juzheng, who had an indifferent face, the high arch at this time seemed a little restless.

After all, if Yan Song is really seriously ill as rumored to be, then he can also go one step further and sit in the position of second assistant to the cabinet.

Then, I saw Gao Gong put down the teacup in his hand, looked in the direction where Zhang Juzheng was, and asked, "What do you think of the current situation?" ”

When Zhang Juzheng heard Gao Gong's words, he shook his head, and then said: "It's too early to draw conclusions at present, and before the situation is clear, it's better not to do anything." ”

When Zhang Juzheng said this, he paused for a moment and continued: "Wait until tomorrow, and the situation will be clear. ”

After listening to Zhang Juzheng's admonition, he saw Gao Gong's face full of inexplicable looks, shook his head, and said to himself: "Yes, wait until tomorrow, everything will be clear!" ”

For Gao Gong, he has been waiting for such a long time, and it is not bad for such a day or two.

"Cabinet Vice-Minister, ......"

Then, as if he suddenly remembered something, Gao Gong looked in the direction where Zhang Juzheng was, and asked with interest: "By the way, you said last time that Li Chunfang, the secretary of the Ministry of Rites, was willing to join us and plan to change the law together, how did you convince him?" ”

When Zhang Juzheng heard Gao Gong's words, he had no intention of concealing it, and after recalling for a while, he said unhurriedly: "Although Li Chunfang is talented, he has a gentle temperament and is not good at making decisions, if he doesn't force him, he won't make a decision." ”

Hearing this, Gao Gong raised his eyebrows, looked in the direction where Zhang Juzheng was, and continued to ask, "So what?" ”

Facing Gao Gong's curious gaze, Zhang Juzheng pondered for a while, and then said slowly: "I just chatted with him alone, and borrowed it by the way, Gao Ge Lao's name!" ”

"I told him, you know so much inside information, if you don't join, even if you enter the cabinet in the future, Gao Ge Lao and I will be desperate to drive you out of the cabinet, and the cabinet doesn't need a corpse vegetarian to occupy a position!"

After listening to Zhang Juzheng's narration, Gao Gong took a sip of the teacup on the table and asked, "Will you do this?" ”

When Gao Gong's words fell, Zhang Juzheng did not respond immediately, and after a long time, he came back to his senses and replied imperceptibly: "Yes." ”

After getting Zhang Juzheng's affirmative reply, he saw a stunned look on Gao Gong's face, and after thinking about it for a long time, he looked solemnly at the direction where Zhang Juzheng was, and said in a deep voice.

"Brother Taiyue, I want to ask you for one thing!"

"Gao Ge is old, but it doesn't hurt to say it."

Zhang Juzheng obviously didn't expect Gao Gong to say such a thing, and a trace of surprise flashed on his face, so he responded.

"After Yan Ge Lao Zhishi, it will be Xu Ge's turn, and after Xu Ge Lao, it will be my turn, I only hope that one day, when I deviate from my original intention, I hope you can attack me mercilessly."

"Gao Ge Lao, you ...... What are you? ”

When Zhang Juzheng heard Gao Gong's words, he suddenly got up from his seat, his face full of shock.

……

At this time, Gao Gong, as if he didn't notice Zhang Juzheng's gaze, said to himself: "The position of the first assistant of the cabinet is not so easy to sit in, there is a way that officialdom has no friends, and there is no right or wrong in the court, in the final analysis, it is nothing more than the word interest!" ”

"And doing things for the imperial court, the merits and demerits can be said by very many people, and if you stay in this position for a long time, you will inevitably have some unnecessary thoughts in your heart."

Gao Gong paused for a moment when he said this, and then continued: "Elder Yan Ge is the most vivid example, when he first entered the official career, he was righteous and honest, and he was once belittled. ”

"But since he sat in the position of the first assistant of the cabinet, in order to keep his position, he began to do everything he could, forming a party for personal gain, flattering his superiors and bullying his subordinates, and indulging his subordinates to wantonly exploit the people, making state affairs increasingly corrupt, the people complaining, and the people living in poverty."

"So I hope that one day, when I deviate from my original intention, you will be able to stand up, knock me down, and replace me!"

After listening to Gao Gong's words of confiding in his heart, Zhang Juzheng did not speak for a long time, and Zhang Juzheng's heart at this time was full of respect for Gao Gong.

At present, Gao Gong has not yet sat in the position of the head of the cabinet, so he has such an awareness.

And what about yourself, if you put yourself in this position of high arch, can you do this?

Time passed slowly, I don't know how long it was, I saw Zhang Juzheng come back to his senses, look in the direction where Gao Gong was, and make a promise.

"Brother Su Qing, don't worry, if there really is such a day, I, Zhang Juzheng, will stand up and knock you down!"

"Hmm."

Seeing that Zhang Juzheng agreed to his request, Gao Gong also breathed a sigh of relief.

Then, perhaps feeling that the atmosphere in the room was a little too depressing, Gao Gong withdrew his gaze from Zhang Juzheng's body and changed the topic.

"By the way, I heard that you are very optimistic, that Xu Shixing who passed the examination for Huiyuan?"

Regarding this question, Zhang Juzheng did not mean to evade, nodded, and said in response: "Well, that's right, I am very optimistic about this Xu Shixing, before this, I have learned about this person's deeds in detail." ”

"This person was born in Nanzhili, where culture is prosperous and business is prosperous, perhaps because he was carefully taught by Xu Shangzhen, the prefect of Suzhou, Xu Shixing's body has both the rigor of officialdom and the shrewdness of businessmen."

"If you can cultivate it carefully, you will definitely be able to become a great help in changing the law in the future!"

"Hmm."

After Gao Gong responded, he looked in the direction where Zhang Juzheng was with a worried face, and asked: "By the way, those rumors about you in the capital recently......

Zhang Juzheng didn't seem to care about this, just waved his hand quite casually, and then said: "It's okay, there is a way for a gentleman to be frank, and a villain is a relative, I just need to have a clear conscience!" ”

Then, Zhang Juzheng changed his words and continued: "Besides, Your Majesty's side will not sit idly by and watch this matter. ”

Gao Gong also agreed with Zhang Juzheng's words, and after pondering for a while, he said in response: "Well, yes, Your Majesty, you won't watch this kind of thing happen!" ”

After that, seeing that it was getting late, Zhang Juzheng got up from his seat in time and said goodbye to Gao Gong.

"Gao Ge Lao, it's not too early, I'll leave first!"

"Hmm."

Because he knew that Zhang Ju was preparing for the next palace test, Gao Gong did not mean to say anything to stay, and after answering, he personally sent Zhang Juzheng away.

……

The Forbidden City, outside the Qianqing Palace.

At this time, Imperial Physician Li looked at the Qianqing Palace close at hand in front of him, and his face was full of the most uneasy look.

Although he had anticipated this situation before, he still felt a little confused when it actually happened.

After finishing his duty at the Tai Hospital, Dr. Li returned to his home to rest non-stop.

Since he went to Yan Mansion to diagnose and treat Yan Song, countless people wanted to find out Yan Song's physical condition from his mouth.

Doctor Li knew that no matter what he said at the moment, no one would believe it, and people would only believe what they wanted to believe.

Therefore, after careful consideration, Imperial Physician Li insisted on declaring to the outside world that Yan Song's body was fine, but he just occasionally felt cold.

In this way, those who want to take advantage of this opportunity to do something will think that he is forced by the power of the Yan family, or he has accepted the benefits of the Yan family, so as to help Yan Song hide his illness.

But this is also understandable, after all, a small imperial doctor, compared to the behemoth of the Yan family, is too small, no matter what, he can only obediently obey.

And those who want Yan Song to continue to be the first assistant of the cabinet can also breathe a sigh of relief after learning the news.

In other words, he didn't offend either side, and when the limelight passed, he resigned from his official position as the chief doctor of the Tai Hospital.

Then spend the rest of my life to complete one of the things I have always wanted to do - that is, to compile a book of all kinds of herbs in the world, hang the pot to help the world, and relieve the pain of the people in the world.

"Alas, I came to this Qianqing Palace for some reason, and the father-in-law from before didn't say how long it would take......

Just as Imperial Physician Li's thoughts were flying, he saw Lu Fang come to him with a silent step.

After recognizing the identity of the person, Imperial Physician Li's face was full of panic, and he hurriedly leaned down and said respectfully: "Below, I have seen Gonggong Lu!" ”

When Lu Fang heard this, he replied imperceptibly, and after looking Imperial Physician Li up and down, he said, "Whatever Your Majesty asks you later, you will answer, you know?" ”

When Imperial Physician Li heard Lu Fang's words, he immediately lowered his head and couldn't help responding: "Yes, Grandpa Lu!" ”

Then, I saw Lu Fang withdraw his gaze from Imperial Physician Li's body, and after a moment of silence, he commanded: "Well, come with our family!" ”

When the words fell, Imperial Physician Li followed Lu Fang's steps step by step, climbed the stairs, and stepped onto the stairs of the Qianqing Palace.

After entering the Qianqing Palace, I saw Lu Fang looking at Jiajing, who was sitting on the dragon chair at the moment, and reported respectfully.

"Your Majesty, Imperial Doctor Li, who went to treat Elder Yan Ge, has arrived!"

"Hmm."

After this, Lu Fang came to Jiajing's side and stood still, like a sculpture.

Seeing this, Imperial Physician Li did not hesitate at all, and immediately knelt on the ground with a 'plop', and said in a deep voice: "Weichen knocks to see Your Majesty, long live my emperor, long live, long live!" ”

Jiajing, who was sitting on the dragon chair, only glanced at Imperial Physician Li when he heard this, and after bowing his head slightly, he commanded: "Well, get up!" ”

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

After receiving Jiajing's consent, Imperial Physician Li slowly got up from the ground.

After sensing that the emperor's gaze fell on him, Imperial Physician Li's face was full of uneasiness, and his heartbeat accelerated a lot.

At this moment, I only heard Jiajing's voice without a trace of emotion sounded: "I heard that you went to Yan Mansion this morning to treat Yan Ge Lao, I asked you, how is Yan Ge Lao's condition?" ”

When Imperial Physician Li heard Jiajing's words, he couldn't help but break out in a cold sweat, and after organizing the words in his mind, he leaned down and replied hesitantly: "Enlightenment...... Your Majesty, according to Weichen's diagnosis, Yan ...... Yan Ge's old pulse is stable, his breathing is smooth, and he is not sick at all! ”

When Imperial Physician Li's words fell, Lu Fang, who was waiting beside Jiajing, had a look of disbelief on his face, and immediately lost his voice: "What! ”

Then, Lu Fang reacted violently and looked in the direction where Jiajing was with an apologetic expression.

And Jiajing didn't care about this, just turned his gaze to the direction where Imperial Doctor Li was, raised his eyebrows, and asked, "Imperial Doctor Li, can you guarantee that what you just said is true?" ”

When Imperial Physician Li heard Jiajing's words, his expression immediately turned grim, and he said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, judging from Weichen's many years of experience in practicing medicine, Yan Ge Lao is indeed not sick, and this can be guaranteed by Weichen's head!" ”

After learning the fact that Yan Song was not actually sick from the mouth of Imperial Physician Li, Rao was Jiajing, and a trace of surprise flashed on his face.

Jiajing was not worried that Imperial Physician Li lied and deceived himself, because the consequences of the crime of bullying the monarch were not something he could bear.

Immediately, I saw Jiajing gather his thoughts, and continued to ask: "Since this is the case, then why do you want to declare to the outside world that Yan Ge Lao is just occasionally feeling cold?" ”

When Imperial Physician Li heard Jiajing's words, he immediately cried with a sad face, and said all the calculations in his mind: "Your Majesty, I can't hide it, Weichen is for self-preservation, no matter what Yan Ge Lao has behind his back, it is not something that a little imperial doctor of Weichen can get involved!" ”

"If Wei Chen declares to the outside world that Yan Ge Lao only occasionally feels cold, it will not only confirm the fact that Yan Ge Lao is sick, but also leave a way back for himself, after all, this minor illness can be cured with only a little recuperation."

After listening to Imperial Physician Li's narration, I saw an inexplicable smile on Jiajing's face, raised his eyebrows, and quipped: "You have thought it through!" ”

"Okay, there's nothing for you to do next, that's all for this matter, don't mention it to anyone next, I've asked you, understand?"

"Yes, Your Majesty!"

When Jiajing's words fell, I saw that Imperial Doctor Li's face was full of gratitude, and he immediately knelt on the ground, kowtowing like pounding garlic.

Imperial Physician Li knew that he had just been closed from the Ghost Gate, and as long as he kept his mouth shut and didn't mention to anyone that he was summoned by His Majesty, the future would have nothing to do with him.

Then, I saw Imperial Physician Li pluck up his courage, looked in the direction where Jiajing was, and pleaded: "Your Majesty, Weichen has a reluctant request!" ”

When Jiajing heard this, a hint of surprise flashed on his face, he raised his eyebrows, and then ordered: "Oh, say it!" ”

"Your Majesty, after this matter is over, Wechen wants to resign from the official position of the imperial doctor of the Tai Hospital, and Wechen has always had a dream in his heart, that is, to compile a book of all kinds of herbs in the world to relieve the pain of the people in the world, and I hope that Your Majesty will complete it!"

After Taiyi Li finished speaking, he bowed to the ground very solemnly, waiting for Jiajing's response.

Hearing this, Jiajing nodded after pondering for a while, and said slowly: "Well, hanging the pot to help the world and save the people of Dawn from fire and water, it is rare that Imperial Doctor Li has this ambition, and I am right." ”

"However, I can keep the official position of the Tai Hospital's Tai Doctor for you, and in the future, there will be places where you need the assistance of the Tai Hospital, even if you say it!"

"Wechen thank the emperor, long live my emperor, long live, long live!"

(End of chapter)