In the state government office, a large hall has been vacated, and there are more than a dozen tables set up. Although it is not a big meal, it is not bad.

Everyone came in and took their seats one by one.

Wang Lunke was very busy, not only greeting people outside, but also making arrangements inside.

This scene caught the attention of many people and discussed it privately.

"Does Wang Lun think of himself as the host?"

"Who says otherwise? This is a banquet convened by His Majesty. What's going on with him jumping up and down like that?"

"This person acts too openly and has a really bad reputation!"

"However, His Majesty attaches great importance to him, and he has indeed made great efforts in implementing the New Deal. I heard that Your Majesty will confer a title on him at tonight's dinner!"

"It should be, look at that proud energy."

Apparently many people were very dissatisfied with Wang Lun.

Fang Jie and Sun Pusheng also sat together and talked with each other.

"Is there any news? Your Majesty really wants to confer the title of Uncle Zhongyong on Wang Lun?"

Sun Pusheng was eager to inquire about the news.

If Wang Lun is also awarded a title, he will be the only one among the three who does not have a title.

"All the news coming out today was released by Wang Lun himself. Do you understand what I mean?"

Fang Chi said calmly: "I think he is not playing clever, but playing with fire!"

"What's the meaning?"

"I have been in contact with His Majesty for some time in Huaizhou, and no one else can figure out His Majesty's methods and scheming."

Fang Chi paused for a moment, looked around, and then said in a low voice: "I just went out and saw that the guards outside had been replaced by the Royal Forest Army."

"Um?"

Sun Pusheng found that Fang Chi's face was too solemn and he seemed to be very scared.

"What are you afraid of?"

"I'm reviewing whether I have done anything extraordinary."

"What's the meaning?"

"Just wait and see, you won't be safe tonight."

Fang Jie's face was solemn.

But the atmosphere in the entire hall is excellent...

After a while, everyone sat down.

The seating position is also particular.

Wang Lun, Fang Jie and Sun Pusheng from the Liuzhou Prefecture Mujia sat at the same table and were also at the front.

After that, there are Zhou Cheng and others, in order of rank.

"Your Majesty has arrived."

At this time, Cheng Jing's high-pitched voice sounded.

Everyone was startled suddenly, and they all stood up and prepared to salute.

Guan Ning had already come out, he laughed and said: "No courtesy, no courtesy."

"I am inviting you all to a banquet today, so don't be formal. I only have one request for you, and drink openly."

These words made many people smile, and their nervousness eased a little.

In fact, most people present saw Guan Ning for the first time, but they had heard many stories about him.

Of course, what impressed me most was the reputation of being ruthless. It was the first time since the founding of Dakang that the New Deal could be implemented to this extent...

"Your Majesty is not like what the rumors say, isn't he?"

"That was a time when you had never seen a murder. I was present at the beheading in front of the Yamen that day. His Majesty's attitude was really..."

Some officials were whispering.

"I would like to offer you a drink first. Many of you are meeting me for the first time. It is not easy to come from such a distance. I would like to offer you a drink first."

Guan Ning raised his wine glass.

"Dry!"

"Dry!"

Everyone raised their glasses and drank it all.

"I'll bring you another drink..."

Guan Ning raised three cups in a row and spoke kindly, which made people feel relaxed and felt that His Majesty was not too majestic.

After three glasses of wine, the scene gradually became lively.

"Drink when you should, eat when you should, and I will deal with anyone who is cautious."

Guan Ning urged again.

Everyone gradually relaxed.

People at the same table and people at the next table toasted each other, pushing glasses and changing glasses, which was very lively.

Guan Ning also entered the venue and had a drink with everyone from time to time. It was completely different from his usual image. This kind of environment made everyone relax. After all, everyone was in a state of tension during this period, and it was rare to have such an opportunity.

Wang Lun began to consciously display his true nature as a host again, taking the initiative to make arrangements and clinking glasses and drinking with many people.

He is very happy.

This time His Majesty hosted a banquet for all ministers, and everyone who came treated him with respect and favor.

He was in high spirits again.

Why is this?

Didn't His Majesty reuse him?

Let’s not talk about anything in the past, let’s just talk about the implementation of the New Deal. He has made great contributions!

Your Majesty will definitely confer the title tonight.

He was convinced of this and was in a good mood, so he unconsciously drank more.

The atmosphere became lively.

And at this moment.

At the General's Mansion in the city, a large number of troops rushed over.

This General's Mansion is Wang Lun's residence.

He has lived here since the founding of the new dynasty, but now he is surrounded.

At the same time, the camp where the Nanfu Army was stationed also received special treatment.

"Your Majesty said that your Nanfu Army has made great efforts in implementing the New Deal. I want to reward you well. You must drink well today."

Someone made arrangements here, and cartloads of wine were brought over.

"It's all the credit of the General. It has nothing to do with us. It would be great if Your Majesty could confer the title of Loyal and Brave to the General."

"Maybe I'll be awarded the title tonight."

The general responsible for the arrangements had a special look on his face, but they didn't notice it.

"Then it's time for us to celebrate the general."

"Come and have a drink, brothers."

Everyone started to drink loudly. They were born as stragglers and they had no discipline, and they also had no vigilance...

No one knows about the changes outside.

At this moment, the atmosphere of the banquet in the state government office was quite lively.

People found that His Majesty is not as cruel as the rumors say, he is still very kind, at least on today's occasion...

At this time Guan Ning stood up.

Everyone subconsciously quieted down, knowing what His Majesty was about to say.

"Everyone, after three rounds of wine and five tastes of food, I think you are almost done drinking. I have something to say to you."

Everyone's eyes were focused on Guan Ning.

They knew that the theme of this banquet was arrival, and it could not be as simple as just eating and drinking.

Guan Ning opened his mouth and said: "What I am doing when I go south this time is the implementation of the New Deal and the stability of the south."

"These two things are actually the same thing. There have always been local officials in the South who formed cliques for personal gain and resisted the imperial court. They either overtly or covertly violated the imperial decrees or refused to implement them..."

Everyone listened and nodded secretly.

Because this phenomenon does exist, but it will no longer exist in the future. No one dares to disobey His Majesty.

"The implementation of the New Deal can achieve such results without your efforts, but I also hope that you will not relax, let alone neglect. To truly implement it, you still have a long way to go."

Guan Ning said: "Of course, in this process, there are people who have done their best and paid a lot for this. I will remember it and will not treat them badly."

Hear this.

Everyone's eyes subconsciously looked at Wang Lun.

The directionality is too clear.

It seems that the rumors outside are true, and His Majesty is indeed going to confer the title today.

Wang Lun was also very excited.
Chapter completed!