Although Li Qi's voice was calm, he was extremely excited in his heart. In this way, his control over Jiangnan would undoubtedly be greatly increased, and it would also reduce the pressure on Zheng Yi and Bai Qiannuo. This is really a good time.

It's timely. I can't thank Cai Jing enough.

Cai Jing's move was undoubtedly a return favor. Although it did not help Li Qi's promotion, it gave him far more power than first- and second-grade officials.

Of course, Li Qi also knew very well that Cai Jing arranged for him to investigate the matter thoroughly in order to protect his own people. As for the kind of corrupt officials Cai Jing said, Zhu Meng should be the first to bear the brunt. If the Procuratorate were to investigate, it would not be safe.

He shot himself in the foot. If he is sent to investigate, he can openly eliminate dissident party members and retain his own people. This trick is really wonderful. Cai Jing can appear four times, which is not only

Just relying on flattery, there are still necessary means.

Li Qi readily accepted this, because he also knew that it was impossible to eliminate all corrupt officials. No matter how many corrupt officials could be eliminated, it would be considered a profit. As for Cai Jing's people, it should not be difficult to stop them from committing crimes.

, be safe for a while, calculate for a while, and then try other methods later.

Song Huizong chuckled and said: "My dear, I didn't expect that you also know a lot about Li Qi's economic construction."

Cai Jingdao: "Reporting to the emperor, although the guilty minister is idle at home, he still cares about state affairs. He feels that the strategy of economic development to enrich the people and then the country is very feasible and the best strategy. However, the guilty minister thinks that the economic mission is too big after all."

When you are too young, you may do some things too gently, and if you follow the right path, you must continue to cut it off, and you will be subject to chaos.”

Song Huizong smiled and said: "I wonder what your beloved has to say. I would like to hear it."

Cai Jingdao: "Take the recent recruitment of officials for business. The problem of redundant officials in our government has long been exposed. It has just not been alleviated. Since the economic minister has thought of this good strategy, why should it be implemented so slowly and only rely on

The unilateral efforts of the Commerce Bureau have achieved little results, and the court should also provide corresponding support. For example, those redundant officials who have the title of imperial envoys should be cut off quickly and directly abolished as a warning. In this way, the remaining officials

We can also understand the emperor's firm determination to enrich the country. He does not dare to take any chances and must be panicked in his heart. This move will undoubtedly speed up the process of redundant officials turning into businessmen, and also reduce the burden on the Commerce Bureau."

"Yes. It is indeed a bit reluctant to leave this matter to the Commerce Bureau independently. Now that I have made up my mind, I can't worry too much." Song Huizong nodded slightly and said: "But what Aiqing said, I seem to have heard it before.

People have talked about it.”

Cai Jing said with a smile: "The emperor has a really good memory. In fact, this was not the thought of the guilty minister, but the policy of the former censor Chen Guoting."

Emperor Huizong of the Song Dynasty gave a long sigh and said: "I remember, I had already approved Chen Guoting's memorial, but it was only later that Wang Fu impeached him for enriching his own pockets, so it was not implemented."

Cai Jing said: "Your Majesty, in fact, that matter was completely falsely accused by Wang Fu."

"Oh? Is there any evidence?"

Cai Jingdao: "Because of Wang Fu's false accusation, the emperor exiled Chen Guoting to a distant county. Recently, the emperor granted a general pardon and Chen Guoting was able to return to the capital. A few days ago, the guilty minister met Chen Guoting by chance and heard him talk about this matter.

Only then did I realize that there was a great injustice involved. Yesterday, Chen went to court to find out that the guilty minister had resumed his official duties. He handed over a letter in blood, hoping that the guilty minister would be handed over to the emperor in order to restore his innocence."

"Hurry up and present it."

"yes."

A young eunuch handed the blood letter to Song Huizong.

After Song Huizong saw this, he immediately shouted angrily: "You Wang Fu, you are relying on my favor and trust to falsely accuse Zhongliang. It is really unreasonable. It is really easy for him to let him become an official."

"Your Majesty, please calm down." Cai Jing said: "The guilty minister thought that it was not too late to pursue the matter now that it had happened. However, Chen Guoting does have a great talent and can be reused."

"I will restore his official position now and restore his innocence."

Since this person dared to go against Wang Fu in his heyday, he must be pretty good. I need someone to weigh in on Qin Hui now, why not borrow him. Li Qi suddenly stood up and said: "Your Majesty, now our Commerce Bureau

We don’t have enough manpower, or let Chen Guoting come to the Commerce Bureau.”

Song Huizong was stunned and said: "It's accurate."

Although it was the first time for the two of them to go to court together, their tacit understanding was evident. They sang and harmonized, and they complemented each other so well that the others had no time to interrupt. Many people were still confused, and they had already told the matter.

It was implemented, and it was thanks to Li Qi asking Cai Jing again and again that Cai Jing understood his ideas very well, and he also understood Cai Jing's psychology. Many things did not need to be stated explicitly, just one sentence or one word, and the other party immediately understood it.

You can understand it, it can be said that you have a clear understanding.

Cai Jing said with a smile: "Nowadays, the Commerce Bureau is responsible for the mission of enriching the country and should be taken seriously. However, it has just been established and there are few talents. Therefore, the guilty minister specially paid attention to the Economic Envoy and found that there are three people who may be able to help the Economic Envoy."

Song Huizong snorted and said: "If Aiqing can personally recommend him, he must have extraordinary talents. Please tell me quickly."

Cai Jingdao: "Among the three people, one's experience was similar to that of Chen Guoting. The two were impeached by Wang Fu at the same time and exiled to a distant county. This person was Zhang Rulin, the former transport envoy to the west of Beijing. Zhang Rulin also returned to Beijing recently.

The guilty minister talked with him and found that he still cared about the common people and hoped to relieve the king of his worries. As for the other two, it was a bit difficult for the guilty minister to talk about it, because these two were teachers from the Taishi Academy, but even if someone gossiped, the guilty minister

I don’t care about so much anymore. The right way is to promote talents and not avoid relatives. These two people are the students Chen Dong and Ouyang Che."

No, I promised not to let that smelly stone come to my place, but why did I change my mind again? You are cheating me. Li Qi was stunned when he heard this, pondered for a moment, and thought to himself, does he want Chen Dong and Ouyang Che to go to Jiangnan?

While making trouble, it's not appropriate. These two people are ignorant of others. What if they are sent to the south of the Yangtze River and take care of your people? What should I do? Thinking of this, he couldn't help but

Some are confused.

Song Huizong suddenly burst into laughter and said: "What you mean coincides with mine. I have read the articles of these two people long ago. They are all useful talents. I originally wanted them to become officials in the court, but

I was also afraid that my beloved would not bear to part with me, so I never mentioned it. Now that my beloved has brought it up, I will be disrespectful." After a pause, he then turned to Li Qi and said, "Li Qi, are you satisfied with these three people?"

Li Qi was startled for a moment, thinking to himself, he must agree first, since those two people are still unable to jump out of my Wuzhi Mountain. He said: "How can Wei Chen be dissatisfied with the people recommended by the Emperor and the Grand Master? Wei Chen is really

I’m so grateful.”

Song Huizong laughed and said: "Okay, okay, Li Qi, I have given you great hopes. Don't let me down."

"Your Majesty, please rest assured. Even if I risk my life, I will never let you down."

"Haha, I feel much more at ease now that I have two dear friends to help me."

Until they retired from the court, no one had realized what happened, because there were too many things that happened in just one or two hours. It was dizzying to watch.

What Gao Qiu said before is right, Cai Jing should be the one to do it, and he will not miss a thing.

Abolition of the Yingfeng Bureau, firstly, established prestige; secondly, it eliminated Wang Fu's foundation in the court and eradicated the roots; thirdly, it gained the support of the people. It also supported Li Qi's new law, allowing Li Qi to be reused and enrich his wings.

Protect your own people through reforms. Eliminate enemies outside and change your status in the hearts of the people in Jiangnan.

This point is particularly important. You must know that what he is doing now is not for himself, but for his descendants. In order to be famous throughout the ages, he knows very well that the emperor is changing, but the people remain unchanged. Only the Cai family is among the people.

Only by taking root in your heart can you continue. It can be said that you have good intentions.

Everything has advantages and disadvantages. His move will undoubtedly offend some people, but he can't control so much now. If he wants to do it, he can only sink the boat and do whatever it takes. Moreover, this time he is not alone, there is also Li

Qi helped, and Li Qi was on good terms with the prince, Gao Qiu. In this way, he, Li Qi, and the prince formed an iron triangle. If those people want to attack, they may have to think carefully first.

The only concern is Liang Shicheng. He has never achieved a good solution on this point. Liang Shicheng and Wang Fu colluded, but Song Huizong only punished Wang Fu and did not mention a word about Liang Shicheng. This shows that Liang Shicheng was in Song Huizong's heart.

In the past, he only flattered Liang Shicheng blindly and gave gifts, but now he knew that Li Qi must have a way, because Liang Shicheng also valued Li Qike very much.

What was different from when they first came to court was that after leaving the court, the ministers no longer surrounded Cai Jing, but walked together in twos and threes. Their faces looked worried and confused, and they were still trying to digest what had just happened.

In the past, they could quickly figure out everything Cai Jing did. However, this time, they were really confused. The key was that Cai Jing's thoughts had changed and he pursued different things. This made others unable to

understand.

"Master, let me help you."

Li Qi's eyes swayed from side to side, and he saw that the people were almost gone. Then he walked up to Cai Jing, helped Cai Jing walk out of the hall, and asked in a low voice as he walked: "Grand Master, didn't we agree

What---."

Cai Jing raised his hand, interrupted him, and said: "Li Qi, you should know that I can't wait that long. If these two people can't be used to their full potential, why not use them as soon as possible? You can safely arrange for them to go to Jiangnan.

If it doesn't work, it doesn't matter. The two of them can't cause any trouble. This move can also test whether they are suitable for being officials. If they are not suitable, then we can stop our idea as soon as possible and let them come back as teachers.

.”

This is true. People who are too upright and can't help but feel embarrassed are really not suitable to be officials, especially under this background. Li Qi nodded and said: "I know what to do. Oh, thank you so much, Master, just now."

Say something to help.”

Cai Jing waved his hand and said with a smile: "I am also helping myself. But you are really smart. I haven't felt this kind of tacit understanding for a long time. It is really gratifying to me."

Li Qi said with a smile: "The Grand Master has given me a reward. I just followed the Grand Master's lead."

Cai Jing waved his hand and said, "Don't say such things. It's obvious that I'm following your footsteps, but that's all I can do. After all, I'm old, and it's up to you.

"

"I will not disappoint the Grand Master."

"That's good, I still have confidence in you."

Li Qi smiled modestly, looked around, and suddenly asked: "Huh? The British Duke is here."

Cai Jing felt helpless and said: "I left in anger."

Li Qi said blankly: "Angry? Why are you angry?"

Cai Sui sneered and said: "My eldest brother originally wanted to be the leader of the Yingfeng Bureau. But he never thought that my father would directly abolish the Yingfeng Bureau without telling him in advance. Can he not be angry?"

Li Qi frowned when he heard this. It was reasonable for Cai You to do this. What he didn't understand was why Cai Sui told him so straightforwardly.

Cai Jing could tell what Li Qi was thinking at a glance, and sighed: "Li Qi, this is my family matter, and I shouldn't tell you. But now I can't talk about it. After all, this is of great importance. I know You'er very well.

, he won’t give up. If you can, don’t do too much, but if it’s really unavoidable, then just figure it out yourself.”

What does he mean by that? Has he already broken up with Cai You? That's right. Although Cai You has no great talent, he is very ambitious. Cai Jing took what originally belonged to him and abolished his ideas.

What he wanted, when his father took office, not only did he not get any benefits, but he was restrained in every way. How could a short-sighted and petty person like Cai You give up? He would definitely try every means to obstruct it, even though he was also Cai Jing's son.

Cai Jing wants to take care of not just himself, but the entire Cai family. It seems that this old man is very cruel and cannot allow anyone to hinder his plan, even if that person is his son.

Li Qi couldn't help but sigh, this is a problem that wealthy families will definitely face.
To be continued...