Two days later, Shi Hao returned to the capital under the escort of the fire brigade mission. Zhao Yuan, Fang Zian and others went to greet him outside the city. After meeting, they exchanged pleasantries. Shi Hao had already learned that Fang Zian had returned.

The general journey after arriving in the capital was filled with sighs and sighs, and after meeting Fang Zian, he was even more effusive in his praise.

After arriving home, Mrs. Shi and Shi Ningyue shed tears of joy. Mrs. Shi and Shi Hao had a deep love for each other. When they met Shi Hao, they shed tears even more. They checked up and down in front of everyone and said they were thin.

He made Shi Hao feel weird and embarrassed. But Shi Hao also knew that his family's concern for him was sincere, and he was quite touched.

Soon after, he learned the news of Shi Hao's return, and the imperial edict arrived immediately. The person who delivered the edict was Tang Si Tui. Although there was no formal appointment, Tang Si Tui seemed to have regarded himself as prime minister. The content of the imperial edict was to revoke the previous Fang Zian.

and Shi Hao's accusations of crimes, to comfort them. The explanation for the previous mistakes was naturally pushed all to Qin Hui, and it was nothing more than... Qin Hui had the power to deceive Shengting, and fabricated the affairs of Shi Hao and Fang Zian in the Kingdom of Jin, with the intention of criticizing and murdering them.

Zhongliang, it has now been found that the accusation was all false. The previous decree of condemnation has been withdrawn, and the two officials have been restored to their posts. They will be rewarded and comforted after they were released. I hope that the ministers and others will remain loyal and will not change their original intentions...' and so on.

This imperial edict had obviously been prepared a long time ago, and they were waiting for Shi Hao to announce that they would be restored to their honorary official positions, and after some comfort, it was over. Of course, Shi Hao and Fang Zian did not want to pursue this matter.

It was indeed Qin Hui's fault. As for Zhao Gou's fault, it was nothing compared to the other mistakes he made. He even killed Yue Fei, so what's the point of wrongly blaming Shi Hao and Fang Zian? He even killed Yue Fei.

Qin Hui was appointed prime minister even in the Jin Kingdom. He had been trusted with him for more than ten years, and there was nothing ridiculous he could not do.

That night, Zhao Yuan set up a large banquet in Hefeng Tower to give Shi Hao a clean break and entertained Fang Zian and others. The banquet was sumptuous, but it was far less joyful than the reunion. Everyone talked about the previous events and felt that

As if in a dream, Zhao Yuan also heard the complete version of the two people's mission to the Kingdom of Jin for the first time. He was really surprised and admired the experience of the two people in the Kingdom of Jin. Knowing Fang Zian's experience of repelling the enemy in the Taihang Mountains was even more...

In her heart, she was even more impressed with Fang Zian's ability. There was no doubt about Fang Zian's ability, but her father's words lingered in her heart. Zhao Yuan was also very conflicted about how to choose Fang Zian's attitude. She trusted him completely and unreservedly.

, or should we take precautions and keep Fang Zian away from the center of power according to the emperor's wishes?

"Your Majesty, what does the Emperor say about the establishment of a crown prince? When will it be formally established? After Qin Hui's death, how will the official positions in the court be rearranged? Has the candidate been determined?" Shi Hao was in a happy mood. After drinking some wine, he asked Zhao Yuan about the people in the court.

matter.

Zhao Yuan hurriedly said: "My father has spoken about the appointment of the crown prince, and the Qintian Supervisor immediately announced the auspicious day of the zodiac. The date was decided, and the edict was issued to various places. Marshal Wu of Sichuan and others are coming. Arrangement of positions in the court

It has also been temporarily agreed that the emperor agrees to Tang Si's temporary resignation as prime minister, which is agreed by both Zian and I."

Shi Hao suddenly lost his mood and frowned: "How can you let him be the prime minister? Isn't this changing the soup without changing the medicine? How can this person not be implicated? How can you cooperate with such a person, Zian?"

Fang Zian smiled and recounted his previous considerations, and told Shi Hao that under the circumstances at that time, he had to differentiate and utilize the people around Qin Hui before he could have a chance to act. Although Tang Situi was not a good candidate, he was familiar with government affairs after all.

It will help the court quickly return to normal. This is just a temporary appointment, and it will be adjusted later. The most important thing is that the person on the throne has been changed, and everything else will be easier to handle.

Shi Hao actually knew Fang Zian's previous concerns. Thinking about his situation after coming to the capital, it was indeed extremely difficult.

.To open up the situation, you have to use extraordinary means, which is understandable. Fang Zian is right. As long as the prince can ascend the throne, other candidates can be adjusted.

"The candidate for Privy Council...my father originally preferred Yang Cunzhong, but Yang Cunzhong rejected it. Yang Cunzhong said that after the emperor abdicated, he was about to retire. He was old and had spent his life in the army, so he wanted to enjoy peace and happiness. Since he said so,

The emperor can't force himself." Zhao Yuan said.

Shi Hao sighed: "Yang Cunzhong is loyal to the emperor. The emperor is about to abdicate, and he is going to become an official. This is also a good thing. If he does not retire, the prince will keep him by his side in the future, and he will have to be at the mercy of the emperor in everything."

The former commander must be replaced. Although I say this a bit directly, these are things that the prince has to consider."

Zhao Yuan nodded and said: "What you said is absolutely true. I have thought about this too. I originally wanted Zi'an to command the troops in front of the palace, but he was unwilling. Maybe Zi'an also wants to enjoy peace and happiness."

Shi Hao frowned and looked at Fang Zian and said: "Are you going to become an official too? When the new emperor comes to the throne, it is time for you to show your talents and serve the country. The prince wants you to take the important position of commander in front of the palace. What kind of trust is this? You

Why did you refuse?"

Fang Zian smiled and said: "Sir, I have been exhausted mentally and physically over the past six months, and I really don't want to be busy anymore. You have forgotten that I will get married to Ning Yue soon. After getting married, I want to spend more time with my family. Commander of the Palace Front Division

Since this position is extremely important and has great responsibilities, I think it would be better for the prince to hire someone else who is smart. I don’t think I am qualified for this position. Father-in-law, please don’t force me. Can’t you let me enjoy the blessings? I have been here for the past six months.

, it will take at least three to five years of rest to recover."

Shi Hao originally wanted to persuade him again, but he felt that there might be a hidden agenda. Fang Zian was not the kind of person who didn't want to make progress. Maybe he had other considerations and it was inconvenient to speak out at the moment. So he said: "Well, I can't understand you either.

Please think about it again."

Zhao Yuan smiled and said: "Mr. Shi, don't be anxious. I will slowly persuade Zi'an. After I ascend the throne, he will not help me, but he will go to enjoy happiness? What does this mean? Isn't this trapping me in injustice? This

You can’t depend on him for anything.”

Fang Zian smiled and said: "Your Majesty, how can there be any reason in the world to force people to become officials? Let's not talk about this, let's talk about the personnel arrangements in the court. Who will be the Privy Councilor? Could it be that Tang Sihui should also serve as a concurrent post? That would not be very good.

good."

Zhao Yuan said: "That won't happen. I plan to use Zhang Jun. I wonder what Mr. and Zian think about it?"

"Zhang Jun?" Of course Fang Zian knew this person. He was a famous anti-Jin minister who was contemporary with Yue Fei and others. Qin Hui was in power and had been demoted for more than ten years because of the Huaixi Incident. After so many years in Lin'an,

I have never heard of his name. He must be quite old.

"Zhang Jun?" Shi Hao also said in surprise: "Zhang Jun is a good candidate, but he is already in his sixties. Lian Po is old, can he still make a living?"

Zhao Yuan said: "I think there is no problem. In the battle between Sichuan and Shaanxi, Zhang Jun used Wu Jie and Wu Lin to defeat the Jin soldiers. Now Wu Lin is a senior official in Sichuan and Shaanxi. In addition, he is senior and has served in the army.

He also has a high reputation in the army, and he serves as the privy envoy, and no one in the army disobeys him."

Shi Hao nodded and said: "It's okay, but... I heard that Zhang Jun is from the main station. If he becomes the privy envoy, he must actively advocate sending troops to the Northern Expedition. Does the emperor agree to use him?"

Zhao Yuan smiled and said: "Isn't it just right? I am also the main war party. Don't my husband and Zian also advocate recovering the lost territory? After I ascend the throne, this matter must be put on the agenda. Zhang Jun is taking the lead, isn't it just right?

?My father said that after he abdicated and the country was handed over to me, he would not care about anything. He would not interfere with whoever he appoints or what decisions he makes. With Zhang Jun, he will not rebel.

right."

Shi Hao smiled and said: "That's all, but you have to be mentally prepared. Zhang Jun has a bad temper and likes to talk big words. Some people say that he is ambitious but not talented. Although it is a bit exaggerated, it is true that Zhang Jun has a bad temper. He is a privy minister.

If you disagree, he will scold you."

Fang Zian smiled and said: "I'm not afraid of scolding, but I'm afraid of being too radical. Privy Councilors must be able to take charge of the overall situation and know how to advance and retreat. They can't just ignore everything for the sake of the Northern Expedition. Those in high positions must consider everything."

Zhao Yuan laughed and said: "Look, Zian also said that he has no knowledge of political and military affairs. Isn't this just saying the same thing? Otherwise, if you become the Privy Councilor, you will save yourself so many worries.

"

Fang Zian picked up the wine and drank a glass himself and said, "Count me the meanest, pretend I didn't say it. I can't do it."

Shi Hao felt that Fang Zian was weird more and more, and thought to himself: If you don't even act as Prime Minister or Privy Council, do you want to be the emperor?

"Sir, you still have to be in charge of the Yushitai. You must do the job of the Yusheng Zhongcheng. You must not refuse like Zian. I have thought about this a long time ago. You have to keep an eye on those people for me. Yusheng

Shi Zhongcheng is also an important official in the Qing Dynasty and does not need to deal with specific government affairs. This is also in line with the sir's idea of ​​not wanting to deal with specific affairs. What do you think, sir?" Zhao Yuan said.

Shi Hao smiled and said: "How can I refuse, veteran? I naturally accepted this job. Although I am old, I can still use my remaining energy. However, after the prince ascends the throne, he will have to make more use of promoting the younger generation. They will be the backbone in the future.

We old guys are just transitioning."

Zhao Yuan smiled and said: "It's a pity that some people are about to enjoy a happy life at a young age. They are obviously talented as governors and generals, but they refuse to help me."

Fang Zian said: "Your Majesty, don't force others to make things difficult for me. I know how much I weigh. I told you to earn money for you. That's a big deal. If you don't have money, don't talk about anything. Isn't this just helping you? I'm not

He resigned and went into seclusion. There are many talented people in the younger generation, and Zhang Xiaoxiang is very good. I recommend him to you. This time is a big change anyway, and he should have a place in the political hall."

Zhao Yuan said: "Do you still have to say that? Zhang Xiaoxiang is still young and cannot participate in politics. I plan to make him the chief officer of the Political Affairs Hall. After two years of experience, he can participate in politics. There are also some young talents who I have

I also collected some through Wanchun Garden and promoted them all this time. When the old thieves were there, it was difficult for these people to get ahead, so now it is natural to use them all. In fact, our Song Dynasty is full of talents. As time goes by, they are all responsible for their own abilities.

character."

Shi Hao praised: "Your Majesty has been thoughtful. Needless to say, he will be a wise king in the future. I, the Song Dynasty, are blessed."

Zhao Yuan sighed: "Sir, I'm afraid that I won't be able to bear this heavy burden. That day, my father and I talked and said that if you put this heavy burden on my shoulders, you will risk the entire Song Dynasty and the lives of hundreds of millions of people."

Leave it in my hands, and I must have the heart to walk on thin ice, as if facing an abyss. If there is a slight mistake, the lives of thousands of people will be ruined, and the great rivers and mountains will be ruined. When I heard this, it felt like a thorn in my back, and I was dripping with cold sweat.

I think I will have trouble sleeping and eating in the future."

Shi Hao nodded and said: "It is necessary to have a sense of awe. The imperial power is in hand and has supreme power, but it also has to bear corresponding responsibilities. The prince still needs to read more, learn more and think more. Read more, read the words of sages, and read the past dynasties.

The history of rise and fall. We can learn many things from it. I can still tell you this now, but after you ascend the throne and you are the emperor, there are many things that I cannot say, and you have to understand it yourself."
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