The famous and popular eunuch Wang Zhi is coming, and the Yansui guarding eunuch and Yulin guard are busy like crazy. Zhang Xia, eunuch Zhang, and commander Peng Qing have a heated discussion over whether to go out of the city for 200 miles or 100 miles to welcome him.
In Vanity Fair, welcoming and sending off is not the most important thing, but it is also very important. Different scales represent different specifications and different positions.
For example, when Governor Yang first took office, all the prominent people in the yamen such as Zongbingzhen, Yulinwei, and the Administrative Division were all out to greet him, but the guarding eunuchs were not required to do so.
Because the guarding eunuch and the governor are in different systems and have different sources of power, the authority of the governor is of no use to the guarding eunuch.
But this time, when Eunuch Wang came to Yulin on patrol, the local guarding eunuch had to come out to greet him. In order to curry favor with Eunuch Wang, Commander Peng of Yulin Guard also wanted to greet him, but in theory the governor was not required.
Of course, how it should be implemented in practice is another matter. The key lies in the power and self-positioning. For example, there are many examples of the second-rank chief envoy leaving the city to meet the seventh-rank patrol censor.
In the Governor's Office, Governor Yang was also worried about whether to go out of the city to greet Wang Zhi. This was definitely not a simple question. As long as he went out to greet Wang Zhi, it would mean that he was inferior to Wang Zhi, but he was somewhat unwilling to do so.
Governor Yang discussed with two of his staff. Master Cui's attitude was ambiguous and he had no precise opinion, but Fang Yingwu firmly opposed Governor Yang's surrender and went out of the city to greet him.
The reason in Fang Yingwu's heart is very simple. He has completely surrendered to Governor Yang now. Under the power of the fox and the tiger, Governor Yang's height is his height. If Governor Yang is shorter than others, won't he also be shorter?
The dwarf felt so uncomfortable that he never wanted to taste it again, at least not in Yulinbian Town. Working as a warehouse clerk was enough.
Besides, it's not good to bow to anyone. How can you bow to Wang Zhi who has swept across his face? There is no point in bowing your head. Wang Zhi collapsed in a few years. The better he flatters her, the more he will be implicated.
Faced with Fang Yingwu's determination, Governor Yang hesitated and said: "Eunuch Wang has a great reputation. I heard that the governors of Xuanfu, Datong, and Shanxi all came out of the city to greet him along the way, and even served him in front of the horse and behind the horse."
Fang Yingwu encouraged: "Just because everyone else is so in line with the trend, and Futai maintains the proud frost festival, doesn't it look different and outstanding?
This is also an opportunity to raise hopes! What kind of reputation Wang Zhi has in the hearts of scholars all over the world now, Futai is not ignorant of it. As long as Futai performs well, he will definitely be noticed and praised by scholars all over the world!
It can be said that if Futai maintains his integrity, Futai's reputation will be as high as Wang Zhi's fame! Does Futai not want the reputation he has obtained?"
There are no literati who are not famous, but most people's desire for fame cannot suppress their real interests. When Governor Yang heard the word fame, he felt moved in his heart, but he still did not make a decision.
Therefore, Fang Yingwu advised: "Wang Zhi's patrol to Yulin this time can be said to be Sima Zhao's intention, and it is obvious that he came here for border work.
In Yulin City, it doesn't matter to others. Whether the boss is a governor or a eunuch patrolling the border, what's the difference? They all do meritorious service and obey orders immediately.
But only Futai has suffered the greatest damage. There is no room for two tigers in one mountain. You must be the main contributor to Futai. If you are willing to be subordinate to others, the great contribution will fall into the hands of Eunuch Wang!
Wan Sheng knows that this kind of achievement may only happen once in a lifetime, and if you miss it this time, you won't get it again. So Futai is different from others. You can't wrong yourself, and it's worth working hard once."
Hearing this, Governor Yang smiled bitterly and said, "Why don't we understand what you are talking about? It's just that Wang is so arrogant that it's useless no matter what he thinks. I'm afraid he can't help it."
Fang Yingwu was speechless. Wang Zhi's past year or so was unprecedented in history, and the psychological trauma and shadow it caused to civil servants was too great.
Think about it, a teenage eunuch has just started his career, and within a few months, the chief minister and his ministers have killed a large number of people, causing a huge reshuffle within and outside the court. No one is surprised or afraid of such momentum.
?When you see it, you will be frightened for three minutes.
You are all people in the situation who cannot see the general situation clearly. Fang Yingwu sighed secretly and said: "There is a scoundrel in my hometown that no one dares to mess with. Do you know why Futai?"
Governor Yang didn't know why Fang Yingwu suddenly told the story, and heard Fang Yingwu say: "Because it was rumored that he had killed someone, no one dared to provoke him. As a result, the more people he had, the more people he dared to provoke, and the more people were afraid of him.
The greater the arrogance.
Today's Eunuch Wang is in a similar situation. In fact, Eunuch Wang cannot be said to have no power. He is still the emperor's favored confidant. However, compared with the power in the rumors, it is not an exaggeration to say that Eunuch Wang is a paper tiger.
The great things that Eunuch Wang has done were all done by the Emperor. Why did Eunuch Wang want to do a side job? That's because he found that the Emperor might not be able to use him anymore, and he was afraid that the bird would be hidden and the rabbit would die. If Eunuch Wang
If you are really confident, will he worry about this?"
Governor Yang and Master Cui were both dumbfounded, looking at Fang Yingwu as if looking at a monster. Since coming into contact with Fang Yingwu, they felt that Fang Yingwu had everything in his mind, and his miscellaneous knowledge was more outstanding than the classics.
Today he can even talk about such a private matter as the relationship between the Emperor and Eunuch Wang. Is this made up or is there some basis for it?
In other words, if a person can understand the emperor's mentality very well, is there any possibility that this person will not succeed in his career?
Fang Yingwu didn't pay attention to the expressions of Governor Yang and Master Cui, and kept talking, "Of course, if you are in a low-level position, or in a capital where eunuchs are powerful, it is better to be more respectful to Eunuch Wang.
But Futai was a high-ranking official in the border area, and it was a border town far away from the emperor. Moreover, it controlled the morale of the military in running schools, so why couldn't it make a difference?
If we compare it to a battle between two armies, then eunuch Wang came from afar and was unfamiliar with the place. Futai has the advantage of being at home, so he is just waiting for work, so why should he surrender without a fight?"
Master Cui interjected: "Brother Fang, don't ignore it. Eunuch Wang seems to be connected with Commander Peng. This is something you had expected in advance. This cannot be regarded as without foundation."
"There's no need to worry about this. I'm going to find a way to remove the firepower and ask Commander Peng to stand aside!" Fang Yingwu replied decisively, and continued: "And you don't expect victory before you expect defeat, even if Futai is disrespectful to eunuch Wang.
So, what is the loss? The most serious situation is that Eunuch Wang Lei is furious and reports to the emperor to remove Futai from his official position!
It cannot last long, as the water is full and overflows. Zuo Chuan said that as soon as it flourished, its demise was also sudden. This is exactly the case for eunuch Wang. Summing up the history books of the past and present, how can a person like him last long? How fast can he thrive?
, how quickly the defeat will be.
According to my prediction, Eunuch Wang's luck will only last a few years. Even if Futai is dismissed, he will be easily reinstated after a few years. But by that time, Futai will be respected by people all over the world as a eunuch who is not afraid of power.
I surrender!"
Governor Yang was originally inclined to follow the example of the previous governors and follow the crowd, lowering his status and going out of the city to meet Eunuch Wang. This is also a common mentality in official circles. Following the crowd is always the safest choice, no matter whether it is right or wrong.
But after listening to Fang Yingwu's words, Governor Yang felt that the benefits were greater and the risks were controllable. A unique and exclusive business would always make more money than others.
Governor Yang couldn't help but sigh to Mr. Cui: "I have heard the words of a man with a sharp tongue, and I only know what he means when I see Fang Xiucai today. If it were placed in the Eastern Zhou Dynasty, I don't know whether it is appropriate to play music pipes or not. At least I should be like Zhang Yi and Su Qinzhi."
Seniority is not a big problem."
Is this a compliment? Fang Yingwu kept silent and thought it was his boss praising him.
Master Cui thought about it for a while and suggested to Governor Yang: "If my boss is having trouble making a decision, I have an idea."
"Speak!" Governor Yang listened to Fang Yingwu's talk for a long time. He really wanted to hear Master Cui's opinion again, and he would understand.
Master Cui glanced at Fang Yingwu for a few times, and then said: "Why don't you let Brother Fang go out of the city to meet Eunuch Wang on behalf of the employer? In this way, it will not only show that the employer is not groveling, but also not give Eunuch Wang an excuse to openly pick trouble.
It is neither humble nor arrogant, the golden mean."
Governor Yang's eyes lit up. This was a good idea. At least he was given the opportunity to step down. Outsiders would not think he was too arrogant or rude.
Of course, if Eunuch Wang doesn't want this step, there's nothing he can do, but it's better than not having a step at all. The most important thing is that Fang Yingwu is a good choice and reassuring. Without Fang Yingwu, he really wouldn't be able to find one.
Come up with the second suitable one.
When Fang Yingwu heard this, he quickly declined, "How can a late-born Confucian scholar with any virtues be able to greet the governor on his behalf?"
It's not like he has never seen Wang Zhi before. She is clearly a moody and rebellious adolescent girl who is difficult to serve. He can just stand behind Governor Yang and do something dirty. Jumping to the front desk is not his current style. When will he be able to take charge of his own affairs before taking the stage?
Not too late.
Master Cui stroked his beard and smiled and said: "Brother Fang is so humble. I see that you know Eunuch Wang's situation very well and are confident. It shouldn't be difficult to deal with it for a few times. Besides, your words are convenient and suitable for doing this kind of thing. If it were changed,
I'm not worried about others.
In fact, I should have taken care of my boss's worries and went to greet Eunuch Wang, but I don't have your ability, so I have to bother Brother Fang. Besides, Brother Fang, you are of high status and can represent Futai, which is something I can't do.
Than."
Governor Yang also persuaded Fang Yingwu and said: "When you were running the school, you said that you would have the courage to take on as much responsibility as you have the ability. What a grand statement! Now I still hear the words, so I'm asking you to take a trip this time."
Firstly, this visit will make it appear that we are not deliberately arrogant and rude, and secondly, you will take the opportunity to pry into Eunuch Wang’s thoughts and movements so that you can prepare for the future."
Even though Fang Yingwu was very eloquent, he had nothing to say at the moment. He could only sigh to himself, saying that he always failed to control the heat of his expressions and went too far if he was not careful.
After all, he became Governor Yang's vanguard general and was sent to test Wang Zhi. His previous long speech was like volunteering. (To be continued. Please search Piao Tian Literature, the novel will be better and updated faster!)