"That's why the nobles, the dragons, the phoenixes, the phoenixes, all want to take their names and give them to the princes."
Zhang Chang put down his tea bowl and raised his hand to ask someone to fill the tea bowl of Du Ji who was sitting next to him. Du Ji's lips were already parched and his mouth was dry since he was talking about it. He listened absently to Du Ji's talk and responded from time to time.
He Yiyi, more often than not, actually puts his eyes on a scroll on the right side of the desk.
That scroll was "Zixu Fu" written by Du Cao himself. The font was thin and powerful, and the shape was extraordinary. Zhang Chang knew it was extraordinary after just two glances. The coveted original copy was now on his right hand.
It was a torment for Zhang Chang to be unable to fully appreciate the work despite the occasion.
Zhang Chang knew that Du Ji would not give him heavy gifts for no reason. He must be seeking something else. He should be wary, but...he couldn't help but look at the scroll again, and suddenly felt an indelible emotion.
, I felt very confused.
In the hall, Du Ji was still arguing angrily: "I heard that since Wang Fujun was appointed as the governor of Hedong County, although the people have been well-off and the place has been peaceful, there have been many obstacles in the government and salt administration, and they have been restrained by powerful hands.
Within a few months, there was no progress, and the government and the public were discussing it."
Zhang Chang frowned. Although he was not familiar with Wang Yi, Zhang Chang could not take him lightly just because he was recommended by Jia Xu.
What's more, Zhang Chang was well aware of the emperor's vision and Jia Xu's plans. If Wang Yi was really a mediocre man whose talents could not be driven, the emperor and Jia Xu would not have placed him in the crucial Hedong County.
It's just that there are many powerful people in Hedong, and Wang Yi is limited there. It would be good if he can establish a foothold in a short period of time. If he really wants to carry out drastic reforms, he must kill people to establish his authority. However, at that time, Yuan Shao detained the envoys and the war was about to break out.
time, so the emperor maintained restraint on Hedong and only requested the supply of some grain and grass.
These are secrets that only the core ministers around the emperor can figure out. Even Ma Rixi and the others only have a general direction. They know that the emperor's nature will never let the Salt and Iron Policy be in vain, and will never
They let Hedong go so easily because they didn't know the time and intensity of the emperor's attack.
Du Zhi and Wang Yi were both juniors from the same school, and they exchanged letters with each other, which gave Du Ji, who had just arrived, a general understanding of the specific situation in Hedong. This also made him well-targeted and fully prepared before he came to Zhang Chang's house to express his opinions directly.
Although Du Ji heard that Wang Yi's promotion of official salt in Hedong had not achieved any results, he thought that Wang Yi was just a mediocre person. He did not understand his forbearance and waiting for opportunities behind the scenes, so he made rude remarks. Even though he took it for granted, he still
In Zhang Chang's view, the other party was limited by his identity and knowledge, and being able to tell so many things was a testament to his talent.
Earlier, he might not have recommended this person to the emperor, but now...
Zhang Chang secretly thought it was a pity, but he said with admiration: "I didn't expect Du Jun to have such unique insights into the matter of salt and iron. I heard that Du Jun served in counties and counties, personally adjudicated cases and sentenced prisons, and saved countless people. Now it seems
, indeed has the ability to govern the people."
Du Ji's face lit up with joy and he was about to resign humbly when he heard Zhang Chang change his subject and said: "Such a talented person must be in a big position! Presumably the subsequent civil service department is just a formality for Du Jun, and it is not difficult at all.
I won’t knock you down.”
Zhang Chang directly blocked what Du Ji had to say, because he didn't want Du Ji to take advantage of this opportunity to make a request that would embarrass him, so as not to embarrass everyone if he rejected it.
"I dare not be praised by Zhang Jun." This trip did not impress Zhang Chang, and Du Ji was not disappointed. Fortunately, he and Du Zhi had made further plans in advance, just to prepare for this situation.
Du Ji Zhuangruo accidentally looked to the side. The mansion where Zhang Chang lived was not big. The guest room was close to the wall. Through the half-opened and half-closed window, he could see the independent withered trees in the outer courtyard.
trees, and the falling snow.
And the Luyan family just outside the wall.
What they had in mind was the idea of Xun You next door. If Zhang Chang was the emperor's confidant, then Xun You was the emperor's confidant. If they could get Xun You's favor and recommendation, it would naturally be much better than getting close to Zhang Chang.
The Du family and the Xun family had no connection at all, so going there rashly would only lead to inferiority. At this time, Du Zhi happened to learn that Zhang Chang and Xun You were neighbors...
That's why today's situation of "talking freely about state affairs" aroused the curiosity of Xun You next door, and attracted the other party to actively join the hub.
Du Ji didn't plan to succeed in one go, so he wasn't disappointed if he didn't achieve it today. Anyway, he could still come a second time or a third time. Even if Xun You remained unmoved, he would treat it as a chance to make friends with Zhang.
It’s nothing, it’s not a loss at all.
After the two were polite for a while, Du Ji was about to say goodbye and leave. Unexpectedly, Cangtou came over to announce that Xun You was here.
Du Ji was a little surprised that the progress would be so smooth. He quickly calmed down and compiled a more subtle rhetoric in his mind. You must know that the other party was regarded by the emperor as "Although there are many talented people, this person is enough."
Xun You is not as easy to fool as Zhang Chang.
Not long after, Xun You and a tall, tall, handsome man walked in. Xun You smiled at Zhang Chang and said, "Zhang Jun and his guests were chatting about government affairs in the mansion. You listened and became excited, so he came over."
As soon as I saw him, I wanted to know who this talented person is!"
Du Ji quickly moved to the table and bowed down: "I, Du Ji, have met Mr. Xun in Beijing."
After saying this, he voluntarily gave up his seat and asked Xun You to sit on the east side.
Xun You found it funny and hurriedly waved his hands to refuse. He introduced to Zhang Chang and others: "This is my uncle Zhong Yugong, who just arrived in Chang'an today."
"Ah." Xun Yuenai lived in seclusion as a scholar and had become famous for a long time. Even though he was about the same age as him, Zhang Chang had to take him seriously and said respectfully: "I don't know if Mr.
So Du Ji greeted him again and sat on the second seat on the east side. Xun Yue sat at the top of the east side and Xun You sat on the opposite side.
"I just happened to hear Du Jun here discussing the current government of the imperial court. I am a little unclear about something. I wonder if I can explain it?" Xun You looked at Du Ji. Although his attitude was very polite, his expression was stern, his face
He is calm and calm, exuding a sense of confidence that cannot be ignored.
This was more of a test than a question about advice. When he thought that this important official of the Emperor, who was an ordinary scholar, was now in front of him, Du Ji felt really unspeakable uneasy and excited. The excitement and reserve that he had just entered,
By this time, the clouds had long since dissipated and he quickly calmed down.
"How dare you disturb the public with your despicable words." After some polite remarks, Du Ji bowed and immediately started talking with Xun You about salt and iron.
Xun You's main question was how to solve the problem of ineffective salt administration in Hedong. Du Ji did not talk about the system, but instead proposed solutions from the aspects of law and official selection. He was originally good at judging cases and troubleshooting dramas.
, on how to govern Hedong and implement the salt policy, there are some points that even Xun You had never thought of, which surprised and delighted him.
Zhang Chang saw that Xun You was really satisfied with Du Ji's talent, and suddenly wanted to repay the favor, so he hinted: "If such a national scholar just sits back and watches, and lets him wander around in the world? It is really a failure of the imperial court.