An old fox is an old fox. After Zheng Shanguo left, Pei Ju thought more and more something was wrong. Even if the emperor did not use Zheng Shanguo as his envoy, how could he use Weizhou Governor Daiwei?
Could it be that what the emperor really wanted to reuse was Daiwei?
Thinking of this, he fell into deep confusion.
What Pei Ju didn't expect was that his conspiracy had already been exposed. Since Li Zhiyun knew that he was dealing with Cen Wenwen for the sake of his position as prime minister, how could he let Pei Ju get his wish?
However, Pei Ju may have to think about this matter for a long time.
While Pei Ju was thinking hard, Li Zhiyun was counting the land, grain, and wealth of the Zheng family in Xingyang with a smile.
This time, the Zheng family in Xingyang lost money and avoided disaster.
Of course, Li Zhiyun is not simply interested in the Xingyang Zheng family's materials, but more importantly, he wants to take advantage of the Xingyang Zheng family.
With this handle in hand, he is not afraid of Xingyang Zheng's disobedience. Otherwise, he can kill Xingyang Zheng at any time.
As for Cen Wenwen, although he is innocent this time, he was too careless and needs to be polished again.
"Our family is rich." Li Zhiyun put down the memorial and chuckled.
With this material, money and food, the court will be able to have more strength in the next year's disaster. Of course, after Zheng hands over his land, he can start to consider experimenting with the tenement system in the Central Plains.
Weizhou.
When Dai Wei received the imperial edict, there was also a secret letter from the emperor. The letter told him that if he had any needs, he could ask Zheng Shanguo directly, and there was no need to be taboo. Zheng Shanguo would do his best to help him.
Although it was strange that Zheng Shanguo, the former Prince Yin, could be so cooperative, he didn't think much about it. At most, he thought that Zheng Shanguo was trying his best to show his goodwill to the emperor.
And more importantly, Dai Wei realized that his opportunity had come.
He had been waiting for this day when he came to Weizhou to serve as the governor. Du Ruhui and others had already been appointed. As long as he lived up to his majesty's promotion this time, he would surely be able to enter the central government soon.
On the other side, an old man also led his disciples into Luozhou. This man was Sun Simiao.
After receiving the emperor's order, Sun Simiao did not dare to neglect it. As a doctor, he could not sit back and watch the people of Luozhou suffer from the plague, so he resolutely came to Luozhou to help.
Those who received him were Zhen Liyan, Zhen Quan, and Wei Shanjun.
Wei Shanjun originally planned to investigate the source of the plague, but later he thought that he was not suitable for this, so he gave up and stayed in Luozhou to treat patients.
With the attention of many parties, the Luozhou plague was finally suppressed in November of the first year of Zhenguan.
Chang'an.
Li Zhiyun was relieved to learn that the Luozhou plague was under control. Of course, only he knew how much hatred he felt.
Political Hall.
"You two did a great job this time. I'm very satisfied." Li Zhiyun praised Su Shichang and Dugu Ying with a smile.
Especially Duguying, he passed his own test!
"I am willing to do your best for Your Majesty. Such small things are what I should do." Su Shichang and Dugu Ying said humbly at the same time.
Li Zhiyun nodded and then asked: "Have Zheng Yuancong and others been escorted back?"
"Yes, everything has been handed over to Dali Temple." Su Shichang replied.
"Very good." Li Zhiyun nodded. He would not kill Zheng Yuancong and others, but keep these people in prison. He would always remind the Xingyang Zheng family and the crimes they committed!
"I always reward those who have merit." Li Zhiyun said, "Su Shichang."
"I'm here."
"You have made great contributions to the imperial court through this investigation. From now on, I will appoint you as Minister Youcheng."
"Thank you, Your Majesty." Su Shichang bowed and saluted.
Shangshu Youcheng, this is the adjutant of Shangshu Province's left and right servants, and his official position is definitely not small.
Immediately, Li Zhiyun chatted with Su Shichang again and then asked him to go back.
After Su Shichang left, Dugu Ying was a little nervous because he knew it was his turn. But he didn't know how the emperor would reward him.
Li Zhiyun looked at Dugu Ying and said: "You did a good job this time. I am very happy that you have such an awareness. You must always remember that you are my minister first, and then a descendant of the Dugu family."
Dugu Ying felt relieved and whispered: "I always remember what your majesty said. Please rest assured, I will be loyal to your majesty."
Li Zhiyun nodded and said: "You have to remember that my grandmother was born in the Dugu family. No matter when the time comes, I will never treat the Dugu family badly."
Hearing this, Dugu Ying nodded, "I will keep this in mind."
Li Zhiyun continued: "I plan to let you go to the Yunzhong Governor's Mansion to serve as the chief historian and have a good experience. Are you willing?"
Duguying agreed directly without thinking.
"I am willing!"
He doesn't like the Ministry of Works at all, let alone be a minister of the Ministry of Works. Being able to go to the Governor's Mansion to serve as the chief historian is an excellent opportunity to accumulate qualifications and hone his abilities. He will not let it go.
"Okay, please step back."
"I thank Your Majesty for your kindness, and I will retire." Dugu Ying retreated.
In the past, Li Zhiyun had always marginalized Dugu Ying, mainly because he was a child of the Dugu family. But after experiencing the Luozhou incident, he felt that Dugu Ying was worth cultivating.
At the very least, he did not tell the Dugu family about what happened in Luozhou. Otherwise, the Guanlong people would have been unable to restrain themselves from attacking the Zheng family.
Not long after, Su Shichang and Dugu Ying's imperial edict of reward was conveyed.
Externally, it is natural that these two people contributed to disaster relief.
Su Mansion.
Su Shichang was promoted to a high position, and his colleagues in the Qin Palace came to congratulate him.
Among them, Fang Xuanling was the most happy.
"As long as we live, we will have more contacts in the future."
"That's what I have in mind, and I hope Xuan Ling can give me some advice."
Seeing Su Shichang and Fang Xuanling enjoying themselves happily, the wine Changsun Wuji drank became tasteless.
Once upon a time, these two people were his subordinates.
Now, they are rising higher and higher, but they themselves are white.
Not long after, he noticed that Changsun Wuji was drinking alone, and Fang Xuanling asked: "Auxiliary machine, why don't you speak?"
"Ha." Changsun Wuji said calmly: "Both of you are nobles. Wuji is lucky enough to be able to get a glass of wine to satisfy his craving. There is nothing to say."
Su Shichang and Fang Xuanling are both smart people and understand what Changsun Wuji is thinking.
Fang Xuanling smiled and said: "Auxiliary machine, I don't agree with your words. When it comes to noble people, you are the real noble person."
"What's the meaning?"
Fang Xuanling chuckled, "In terms of talent and background, there are not many people here who can compare with you. Your Majesty doesn't need you now, I'm afraid the auxiliary officials don't want to serve."
Changsun Wuji hummed, neither admitting nor objecting.
If he wanted to serve as an official, it would not be easy for him to have his own sister. However, when he thought of being loyal to Li Zhiyun, he would inevitably feel a little uncomfortable in his heart.
Fang Xuanling didn't say much and stopped at the point.
After the banquet, Changsun Wuji left alone.
Fang Xuanling and Su Shichang said goodbye at the door, and they both saw Changsun Wuji leaving alone.
"Actually, I think the auxiliary machine has a good chance of becoming a prime minister in the future," Fang Xuanling said.
Su Shichang smiled and said, "Who knows what will happen in the future. Let's just take care of the present."
"That's right."
Changsun Wuji rode back home unsteadily on his horse.
In his mind, he was always thinking about his own affairs. When he saw Su Shichang entering the Shangshu Province and becoming an adjutant, he would be lying if he said he was not envious.
But, do I really want to take advantage of my sister and then return to court?
If you do this, will you be worthy of Erlang?
The more he thought about it, the more bitter he felt.
If he could be more free and easy, maybe he wouldn't have these troubles.