"He is a capable minister, but his qualifications are a bit lacking. If the officials are really optimistic about him, it would be better to move him to participate in politics first."
"When the time is right in the future, I will be promoted."
This time, Liu E did not continue to agree with the official's proposal.
Because he was directly promoted to Lu Longtu as prime minister, he was not in harmony with the system.
The discussion of seniority has been around since ancient times.
Quan Zhi knew that although Kaifeng Prefecture was his choice to govern, according to the normal process, the next step would be to be the Deputy Privy Envoy or to participate in politics.
"Then it will be as the eldest lady said."
Li Jie knew what Liu E's worries were, and they were simply afraid of breaking the unspoken rules for promotion.
This matter can be big or small.
To put it bluntly, he was promoted to prime minister by the Kaifeng Prefecture, who had the power to know that he was overpaid. This was an act that undermined the administration of officials.
To put it lightly, it was just a small capricious act of imperial power.
"good!"
Liu E nodded with satisfaction. It is a good thing that officials can follow the good deeds.
What's more, the future belongs to the government.
Since the officials valued Lu Yijian, it was just a matter of an edict to promote him when the officials took charge.
According to ancestral stories, the ministers of the two governments were always promoted by the emperor himself.
The next day.
An edict was sent from the ban to Zhengshitang.
[Auxiliary minister Feng Zheng repeatedly presented to the court, asking for the appointment of an official, and allowed him to join the Zhongwu Army as a military envoy to coordinate the affairs of the country.]
[Wang Zeng added Zhongshu to serve as minister, and he was responsible for Pingzhang affairs, and Lu Yijian was added to serve as minister, and he participated in political affairs]
The main idea of the first paragraph of the edict is that because of Feng Zheng's hard work and meritorious service, he was given the title of emissary, so that he could become an official in the name of the prime minister, which is one of the highest honors.
The next section is about the new personnel arrangements.
After Feng Zheng became official, Wang Zeng took over as prime minister, and then Lu Yijian took over the vacant post.
This edict came so suddenly that Ding Wei didn't know how to deal with it.
So neat and tidy!
How many days has it been since Feng Zheng submitted his first letter?
It seems that the prime minister's official appointment would have taken ten and a half days at least if it had been put in the past. It would not be unusual if it took a longer time, two or three months.
Who does this edict mean?
After coming back to his senses, Ding Wei's first thought was to trace the source.
This point must be made clear!
Very important!
If it was the Queen Mother's intention, then he would probably have to have the word "danger" engraved on his head.
Feng Zheng was one of the ministers personally designated by the late emperor to take care of his life. Now that the late emperor has entered the mausoleum and the Queen Mother has purged Feng Zheng out, she will certainly not be able to escape.
After all, he and Feng Zheng are similar.
If it was the official's intention, there would be no room for maneuver in this matter.
Thinking of this, Ding said that he no longer had any thoughts about working.
Not long after, he came to the concierge outside the political hall. The person in charge of the political hall explained that among the important ministers of the country, who had few personal followers?
Those who run errands, those who drive, you name it.
Therefore, two small houses were specially built outside the political hall for these followers to rest and be ready at any time.
This kind of place is probably similar to the driver's rest room in later generations.
The resting area for the entourage is right next to the parking area. Generally speaking, senior officials from the political hall seldom come here.
Even if something happens, he will be summoned by the scribes of Zhengshitang to accompany him.
However, Ding said that he was in a very urgent mood and could not care about these details.
"Master Xiang."
When Ding Ji saw Ding Wei coming in person, he was startled at first, and then immediately ran up to meet him.
"Master Prime Minister, this place is filthy, you must step on it."
"Come with me."
After being reminded like this, Ding Wei immediately noticed the faint smell of horse manure in the air. He swung his sleeves, fanned the door gently, and walked out without changing his expression.
After passing through the gate of the Political Hall and arriving at the inner verandah, the smell of horse manure in the air immediately disappeared by half. Seeing no one around, Dingji asked in a low voice.
"Master Prime Minister, what are your orders?"
"There is indeed something."
Ding Wei looked around and whispered instructions.
"Call the messenger to the palace to ask Reabban for confirmation. Who meant the decree that was sent out in the palace today?"
Although Ding Ji is Ding Wei's follower, he is also a descendant of the Ding Wei clan. With this blood relationship, he can naturally feel reassured when doing things.
Many things that should not be told to outsiders were mostly handled through Ding Ji.
If he didn't have this relationship, why would Ding Wei let him contact the palace?
"yes!"
Ding Ji quickly said yes. Although he didn't know what the specific question was, it was definitely not a small matter for the Prime Minister to take the initiative to find Lei Abban.
"Remember to be careful."
Although Ding Wei was very relieved about Ding Ji, he still did not forget to give him a few words before leaving.
After all, being imprisoned for collusion is a big taboo. If this matter is exposed, this guilt alone will be enough for him to lose his seal.
"Yes, just because (lucky) saves money."
Generally speaking, Lei Yungong usually contacts Ding Wei, but in special times, there are special methods. It is just that it is relatively troublesome to contact the palace from outside the palace.
Trouble means that the procedures are more complicated, and it also means that it is easy to make mistakes.
However, Ding said that he could not care about the risk of 'exposure' now.
The most urgent task is to confirm the palace's intention.
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It's three o'clock in the morning.
Funing Hall.
"Officials, Lei Abban would like to see you."
As soon as Lei Yungong arrived at Funing Hall, Zhang Maoze informed the matter immediately, because Lei Yungong's anxious look was not like he was pretending.
"What's the matter?"
"Said it was urgent."
Zhang Maoze said truthfully: "However, Lei Aban didn't say what the specific matter was."
"Call him in."
"yes."
Not long after, Zhang Maoze led Lei Yungong into the inner hall, and then Li Jie waved to Zhang Maoze, indicating that he could go out.
This is a necessary way to control your subordinates.
There is no need for Zhang Maoze to observe everything.
Upon receiving the signal, Zhang Mao respectfully and slowly stepped back. Only after he exited the inner hall did Lei Yungong speak up and report.
"Officials, Prime Minister Ding sent a message to me, asking about the decree. How should I respond? I also ask for the official's instructions."
As arrogant as Lei Yungong was in front of his subordinates, he was as humble in front of Li Jie. At this time, he even changed his self-identity, instead of calling him 'Chen', he called himself 'Little'.
For a senior chamberlain like him, calling himself such a person is absolutely humble.
"Interview?"
"yes."
Lei Yungong didn't dare to hide anything, and immediately fell to his knees with a plop.
"Please give me some instructions from the officials."
Li Jie waved his hand and said indifferently.
"In that case, you will go out of the palace. It is up to you to decide how to reply."
ah?
Upon hearing this, Lei Yungong was immediately stunned.
Camera decision?
How to decide?
Tell Ding Wei truthfully?
inappropriate!
Big mistake!
If he loses his sense of proportion, if Ding Wei notices something later, he is afraid that his head will be in danger.
Say nothing?
That definitely won't work either.
Lei Yungong was certain that he was definitely not the only one of Ding Wei's banned contacts.
There must be someone else connected with Ding Xiang!
However, he has been secretly investigating this matter for a long time, but has not been able to find out.
This doesn’t work, that doesn’t work either, what should I do?
Thinking of this, Lei Yungong felt a pain in his heart.
I'm afraid the officials' consideration this time will be difficult.