Liu Ji was very aggressive as soon as he came in. Li Chengqian frowned slightly, feeling unhappy in his heart, but he didn't show it on his face. He just said calmly: "Liu Zhongshu will sit first, and Zhang Shilang will also sit down. Come and serve tea." [.\nCOM Situ
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"Here."
Zhang Wenguan quickly sat down on a chair nearby. When Wang De brought tea, he stood up slightly and took it with both hands, then sat down again.
Liu Jie was interrupted by the emperor's move, but he did not dare to disobey. He had to sit down first. He did not even look at Wang De's tea. He looked at the emperor and said: "Since the Duke of Yue became the minister of the Ministry of Works, there has never been anyone."
He went to the Yamen for a few days to take up his duties and paid no attention to the ministry. Now the water burst the embankment, submerging countless farmland and farmhouses on both sides of the river. Most of Fanchuan was affected by the disaster. Among them, he failed to patrol the embankment to eliminate hidden dangers, resulting in heavy losses from the flood embankment and even threatening the entire Fanchuan River.
Chang'an City and even Taiji Palace, such crimes of neglect of duty cannot be forgiven!"
Although Liu Jie kept talking about the Ministry of Works, Zhang Wenguan lowered his head and stared at the tea cup without saying a word. First, he knew that Liu Jie’s target was not the Ministry of Works but Fang Jun. Second, he knew that he could not get involved at that level.
struggle.
This is the benefit of having a great god above your head. All external firepower is actively attracted. As the second-in-command, he only needs to be honest and low-key. Not only will he not become a target of criticism, he will not even be punished for accidental injuries...
But having said that, isn’t it a tragedy to be ignored like this in official circles?
Seeing that Li Chengqian was silent, Liu Jie continued: "I heard that the flood water has flooded the farms, heaven and earth on both sides of the river. Thousands of people have been affected, and it may even endanger Chang'an and even Taiji Palace! And even if we start to seal the breach now, it will take a long time."
It is difficult to raise manpower and material resources, and there is a serious shortage of stone materials. This is because the Ministry of Industry did not make preparations in advance, which resulted in the disaster coming and not being able to deal with it calmly. It is all Fang Jun's fault!"
The situation was extremely serious because of the flooding of the embankment. The Ministry of Industry could hardly blame it. It finally got hold of Fang Jun’s pigtails. How could he just let it go?
Li Chengqian had a headache. He took a sip of tea and said warmly: "The Duke of Yue is currently preparing for the construction of the Jinwu Guard. The reorganization is a heavy responsibility. It is inevitable that some oversights will be made regarding the Ministry of Works. However, Shilang Zhang has taken care of the affairs of the Ministry of Works in an orderly manner.
, Extremely competent, now, this is the flood control and disaster relief strategy formulated by Zhang Shilang, Zhongshu Ling might as well take a look at it and give some opinions."
Seeing the emperor excusing Fang Jun and talking about him, Liu Ji held his anger in his heart and said with a cold face: "Wei ministers have no objections to Zhang Shilang and are convinced of Zhang Shilang's ability, but this has nothing to do with Yue Guogong's neglect of duty."
Why? Since the Duke of Yue is responsible for the preparation of the Jinwu Guard and it is difficult to take care of the affairs of the Ministry of Works, we might as well abolish his position as Minister of the Ministry of Works and appoint a dedicated minister. In the opinion of a humble minister, Zhang Shilang is a good candidate."
The last sentence naturally shows that the reason why he impeached Fang Jun was for the public good, without any personal grudges, and he had absolutely no intention of seeking the position of Minister of the Ministry of Industry.
Zhang Wenguan on the side was a little speechless. You, Liu Jie, started complaining as soon as you came in. Do you want to imitate Wei Zheng?
That's fine, but why drag me in?
What if Fang Jun misunderstands that what happened today is that you and I are instigating each other to seek the position of Minister of the Ministry of Industry?
Zhang Wenguan couldn't sit still anymore, so he stood up quickly, bowed his hands to the ground, and said respectfully: "I am a humble minister with little talent, little knowledge, and insufficient moral character. As the left minister of the Ministry of Works, I have been promoted to a superior level, so I am walking on thin ice. How can I lead the affairs of the ministry?"
I am self-aware and will never dare to covet and rebelliously. I hope your Majesty will understand clearly."
Liu Ji glanced at Zhang Wenguan, feeling a little disdainful in his heart. Of course, he might be misunderstood by Fang Jun, but so what? As a civil servant, this man has no integrity. He couldn't wait to express his feelings to His Majesty to clear away the suspicion. He was so soft and spineless.
Not worth fighting for.
Li Chengqian comforted him and said, "Don't worry, dear, please sit still for now."
There is some trouble in my heart, and I can’t help complaining about Fang Jun. You said that even if you want to avoid suspicion, you can’t abandon the work of the Ministry of Industry, right? Now that someone has caught the blame, how can I speak for you?
However, he never thought about dismissal.
With Fang Jun's past achievements, he can occupy any position in the imperial court. Now there is only one minister of the Ministry of Industry with real power. As for the minister's right servant, he is in vain because he, the emperor, is in charge of the minister's province. General Jinwuwei is even more powerful.
There is not even a shadow. If even the minister of the Ministry of Industry has been withdrawn, can this greatest hero be left to carry only the title of "Prince and Young Master"?
He would never do such an act that would chill the hero's heart.
There was no suitable position for Fang Jun in the imperial court for a while.
But although Liu Ji was targeting Fang Jun, what he said was right. As an emperor, you can't just favor a certain minister, right?
Just when Li Chengqian was in trouble, Wang De came in from outside, bowed and said: "Your Majesty, the Duke of Yue, Ma Shizhong has sent a memorial from Fanchuan, talking about sealing the breach, controlling floods and providing disaster relief."
Li Chengqian was stunned: "The Duke of Yue is in Fanchuan?"
Wang De hesitated for a moment and said vaguely: "When Ma Shizhong arrived at Jianshui to seal the breach, the official of the Yue Kingdom happened to arrive. The two met together and began to organize the people to control the flood and provide disaster relief."
It can't be said that Fang Er escorted Princess Changle to the Zhongnan Mountain Taoist Hall for a stay yesterday and stayed out all night. After getting up early, he returned to Chang'an and met Ma Zhou, right?
This matter can only be reported to His Majesty in private, but it cannot be discussed in front of other ministers, especially to avoid Liu Jie...
Li Chengqian immediately said happily: "Who said that Duke Yue neglected his duties? Hearing that the flood of water broke the embankment, he immediately rushed to the scene to organize the blocking of the dike. He is also the pillar of this country. Before Liu Zhongshu saw Duke Yue go to the Yamen, he took it for granted that he failed.
It was unfair to perform my duties."
We must talk to Fang Jun. How can we ignore court affairs just to avoid suspicion? Besides, the most trusted person in the civil and military affairs of this dynasty is Fang Jun. I wish I could leave all important affairs to Fang Jun so that I can rest assured.
, what kind of suspicion did he avoid?
Liu Jie was momentarily stunned. The impeachment that had been brewing all morning was ended so quietly?
After Li Chengqian read the memorial, he was a little stunned for a moment and sighed: "When it comes to loving the people as a son, who can compare with the Duke of Yue?"
After saying this, he handed the memorial to Liu Jie.
Liu Jie didn't understand why His Majesty expressed such emotion, so he took it with a dull head. He saw that the memorial all listed various measures taken by Fang Jun and Ma Zhou at the scene.
Xingjiao Temple donated a large amount of stones to seal the breach. Fang Jun even took the lead in jumping into the flood and led his soldiers to resist the flood with their flesh and blood. This allowed the successful implementation of sealing the breach...
To be honest, he was extremely shocked.
Who was Fang Jun? He was born in a famous family. He was a child of an aristocratic family. He was superior to others since he was born. The young fashionable princess became the emperor's son-in-law, which can be said to be a golden branch and jade leaf. He was an outstanding poet and his calligraphy was ranked among the best in the world with Chu Suiliang, Ouyang Xun and others.
, can be regarded as a rare seed of civilization in the world, high and noble, noble and glorious.
However, it was such a person who risked his life and jumped into the cold and turbulent river when the flood was raging. He set an example and never looked back, blocking the flood with his own flesh and blood...
With such character and virtue, even as a political opponent, one has to sincerely admire him, and he has a kind of admiration that he could look up to from a high mountain.
But this does not negate the basis of his struggle with Fang Jun. They have different paths in civil and military affairs, and each has his own political views. How can they join hands and join forces because of their respective morals?
Liu Ji straightened his back, pointed at the words "Mobilize a thousand soldiers outside Xuanwu Gate" on the memorial, and said in a sonorous tone: "Your Majesty, Fang Jun is a traitor! Without a transfer order signed by the Military Aircraft Department, and without an ink-written order from Your Majesty, he mobilized Xuanwu Gate without authorization.
The garrison was complicit in conspiracy! He was ordered to be arrested and questioned in front of Baiqisi as a warning to others! Moreover, he went to Xingjiao Temple to intimidate and induce, forcing Master Huili to donate stones. This move is very likely to conflict with Buddhism and make the entire
Everyone in Buddhism is in danger, which has caused turmoil in the government. It is simply lawless. If we are not severely punished, others will follow the same example in the future and go beyond the rules and become corrupt!"
Zhang Wenguan on the side wished he could tuck his head into his crotch, unable to hear or see anything. How could a mere minister like him be able to hear such a collision between the top civil and military leaders?
If a spark comes out and touches his upper body, it will be enough to cause him to suffer disaster...
Li Chengqian was also a little confused: "Huh?"
This memorial clearly describes the political achievements of Fang Jun and Ma Zhou, but how could Liu Ji find so many illegalities in it?
After being stunned for a moment, Li Chengqian's expression became cold and he looked at Liu Jie and said: "Extraordinary things must be done. Now the water has burst its embankments and the floods are raging. It has not only submerged hundreds of homes in Fanchuan for countless days, but also caused the Qingming Canal."
The surge of water threatens the Tai Chi Palace. Although Duke Yue's move is a bit arrogant, how can he follow the steps in times of crisis and sit back and watch the people fall into disaster for the sake of so-called rules? As for the conflict with Buddhism, it is even more groundless. Master Huili took the initiative to provide meals for the soldiers and civilians in the disaster relief.
He has already stated his inner approval, and Liu Zhongshu’s words are a bit alarmist.”
He finally understood that the reason why Liu Ji repeatedly impeached Fang Jun was not because Fang Jun really committed any heinous mistakes, but because he was Fang Jun.
As long as Fang Jun said and did anything, Liu Jie would definitely oppose it.
Oppose for the sake of opposition, not for the sake of right or wrong.
The current situation is that Liu Ji has attracted a large number of senior officials to compete with the military headed by Fang Jun. The starting point is not right and wrong, profit and harm, but the competition for the right to speak and then the interests. This is a party struggle...
The most violent party struggle recorded in history is none other than the "Party Disaster" in the late Eastern Han Dynasty.
During the reign of the Second Emperor Huanling, his relatives interfered in politics, and the imperial power declined. The emperor had to rely on the eunuch group to suppress it, and the relatives united with the scholar-bureaucrat group to resist. The internal fighting was fierce and the world was in chaos. In the end, Yuan Shao led troops into the palace to massacre the eunuch group, which directly led to "
The tragic ending of "the motherland Heng perished due to its weakness, and the Han Dynasty perished due to its strength".