It is said that after the official department issued the appointment to Qi Yu, the matter began to ferment, and finally caused an uproar in the court.
This is a bit strange.
Under normal circumstances, trivial matters such as the promotion of a seventh-grade official to a sixth-grade officer are basically ignored by no one, and are not worthy of public discussion in the court.
But Qi Yu's promotion this time was different. He was promoted because of his "merit in promoting the organization." This reason... haha, it was too weird, and it became the focus of discussion among the officials.
This matter was decreed by the Holy Spirit.
The emperor naturally remembered the promise he made to Qi Yu, saying that he would be promoted to an official after the affairs in Shandong were settled. There was nothing he could do about it. At that time, he was the only candidate, so he had no choice but to
Draw him an attractive pie so that he can run faster.
However, the emperor was a man of words, and his words were like water thrown out. Although he was not willing to reward him, the emperor still fulfilled his promise and gave him a symbolic promotion.
As for the reason for promotion, naturally I cannot tell the truth.
Therefore, the emperor came up with the saying that "dedication to promote weaving has merit".
Unexpectedly, after careful consideration, the Minister of Civil Affairs strongly suggested that the emperor change the reason. He believed that catching crickets and playing with crickets were both unprofessional activities. If he was granted the honorary title for this reason, wouldn't he become the laughing stock of the world?
What?
A trick? A laughing stock?
The emperor was very unhappy after hearing this. He stared blankly: Who said that if you are good at promoting the organization, you are not doing your job properly? The matter is settled like this! Who dares to make unreasonable opinions?
Your Majesty, this is a really bad reason!
As a last resort, the Minister of the Ministry of Civil Affairs had no choice but to persuade him earnestly: Calm down, I am not saying that I cannot be promoted to the rank of Qi Ren, maybe there is no other reason? It would be more palatable!
Are your ears smooth?
snort!
The emperor flicked his sleeves and left angrily. Before leaving, he even said one sentence: I still won't change!
How is it appropriate to promote someone for such a reason?
What does the world think of this?
You can get promoted if you offer a good cricket? Then why take the imperial examination? Isn't this just playing the piano randomly!
However, they can only think about things like this in their hearts, but they dare not say them openly.
According to the system, the appointment and dismissal of officials is the prerogative of the emperor, and no minister can interfere.
In other words, it is the emperor's right to appoint whom he wants to appoint, for what reasons, and to what extent he wants to appoint him. Even important ministers in the cabinet cannot stop him from exceeding his authority.
However, this matter must not be left alone.
If you can't refute the emperor, why can't you scold him?
Yes!
As a result, Qi Dalang inexplicably became a punching bag and became the target of public criticism.
Jie Yun said: Qi Yu's behavior is completely a flattering and sycophantic minister with a tendency to follow Yan. Not only did he fail to fulfill his duties as a minister, but he also tempted the emperor to play with things and lose his ambition. His intentions are really worth punishing!
Some people also say that Qi Yu can be regarded as a knowledgeable person. He can rely on his own knowledge to advance upwards. Unexpectedly, he would sacrifice his integrity and become a sycophant. It is really a pity!
So much!
After this matter escalated to a certain level, some people started to take offense.
Shooter, who comes first?
After giving the courtesy three times, the old man, Minister of the Ministry of War, could no longer hold it in any longer.
That's right, Mr. Zhang Chengdong was the first to light this cannon.
He spoke impassionedly, with a stern voice, and directly criticized Qi Yu's poor conduct for three sticks of incense. He didn't give up until he felt that his breath was not smooth.
His deliberate instigation immediately caused a chain reaction, and the emotions of the ministers began to become excited. They all believed that Qi Yu's reason for promotion was too 'far-fetched', and hoped that the emperor would consider it.
, make a new decision.
Unexpectedly, this matter made the emperor angry. He stood up as soon as he slapped the holy case: What's wrong, I have been appointed a sixth-grade official and I still have to explain to you? Let's see what you can do! What's wrong with catching crickets?
If you have the ability, you can catch one for me. If you catch it well, I will also give you a promotion. I will never break my promise!
It went viral as soon as these words came out...
It was as if the ministers had been given a shot of chicken blood, and they were even more energetic!
Next, the monarch and his ministers had a heated debate on whether there was a connection between crickets and promotion. Both sides insisted on their own opinions, and the argument made them blush and look at each other with disgust.
The emperor was full of blood and spirit, and even though he could defeat many with one force, he did not lose at all.
What is strange is that Zhong Yi, the chief minister of the cabinet, has been watching silently. He neither speaks for the emperor nor helps the ministers to position themselves. He just keeps winking and winking at his son-in-law Yin Jun.
then……
Yin Jun, the newly appointed right-hand official of the Metropolitan Procuratorate, came out holding a scepter and said: Your Majesty, I have something to say... Among the people, Your Majesty has the reputation of 'promoting the organization of the emperor'. People do not accept this title.
I didn’t feel anything was wrong, but felt more cordial. This is public opinion!
Public opinion is the greatest!
No one dares to refute this point head on.
Then, Yin Jun continued: Since my emperor's good intention to promote weaving is completely in line with public opinion, then it is reasonable and reasonable for him to appoint the censor of promoting weaving to collect crickets. As for Qi Yu, as the censor of promoting weaving, it is his duty to catch good insects.
This is also reasonable and reasonable. Since there is a concept of responsibility, it is necessary to pay attention to those who have meritorious service and those who have made mistakes to be punished. However, my emperor thinks that he has meritorious service and promotes his position, and what he does is reasonable and well-founded. What is wrong with this?
well said!
Hearing this, the emperor's face suddenly brightened, Long Yan was delighted, and he nodded happily.
Yin Jun was very smart this time. He first used public opinion as an excuse to suppress the rhetoric of these old-timers, and took the opportunity to show off in front of the emperor.
Zhang Chengdong was naturally not angry, and was about to refute it when he suddenly heard Mr. Zhong, who had been silent all this time, cough and glare over at him, so he swallowed back the words that slipped to his lips.
Thanks to Yin Jun's rescue, the emperor finally won a little bit, and was able to maintain the emperor's face and authority in front of his ministers.
However, this incident changed the officials' views on two points.
Firstly, Qi Yu is no longer the upright and knowledgeable scholar he used to be. Now he has become a flattering minister who knows how to take advantage of opportunities and flattery.
The second point is the relationship between Yin Jun and Qi Yu. If the guess is correct, the two of them should be on the same line. Otherwise, how could Master Yin take the initiative in such a situation where he is easily isolated?
Are you going to help Qi Yu stand up and speak?
Well, Bai Mianshou is a good man!
This is a sincere evaluation given by Qi Yu!
As the saying goes, give me a peach, and give me a jade in return. Since someone has helped you, you should express your gratitude to some extent, right?
Therefore, Qi Yu decided to choose a day to entertain Yin Jun alone to make up for his promotion wine.
…
After all the guests had left, Mrs. Zhou called her son into the side room.
She looked at the dazzling array of gifts in the room and sighed softly, and said: "Dalang, tell the truth to mother, did you do some dirty tricks to get promoted?"
Qi Yu was startled: "Mom, who did you listen to?"
Zhou frowned and said: "There are rumors in the community that you have neglected your job and become a traitor. You used a cricket to cheat the emperor into getting an official position. This is an opportunistic act. I don't understand the principles of being an official.
I don’t know if what they said is right, but I know that we can’t serve as unjust officials, otherwise we will suffer retribution.”
Qi Yu leaned forward, touched his mother's rough hand, and said sincerely: "Mom, don't believe that. My son's official position was granted by the emperor. It is legitimate. How can it be unfair?" Then
, and added: "My son also has his own ideas about becoming an official. Even if he cannot become Bao Gong, he will never become Qin Hui. My son will keep it in mind and will never let our family suffer retribution."
Mrs. Zhou nodded, caressed her son's face, and said kindly, "Mother, I trust you."