Fang Jun is still not sure what is going on between this supreme couple. Are they cooperating with each other to give the outside world the illusion of "discord between the emperor and the empress", or are they pretending to be a fake and really something bad happened...
I wanted to test it out, but found that I became more and more confused.
Seeing that Fang Jun was silent, the queen chuckled lightly and picked up the tea cup with bare hands: "Now that rumors are spreading and people's hearts are floating, it is better for the Duke of Yue to leave as soon as possible, otherwise it will be bad if the lies are turned into truth."
Fang Jun could only stand up and say goodbye, but he still warned: "The queen should take good care of the people around her, otherwise once someone is involved in the whirlpool, it will be difficult for the queen to escape."
Some things only need to be done by the slaves around them, and they are basically the same as what the master does. At that time, if someone says something that has nothing to do with the master, who will believe it?
And once those slaves are bribed or coerced into committing treasonous acts, then the queen, the master, will be in danger...
The queen nodded slightly and said softly: "Don't worry, Erlang, I know what to do."
Fang Jun was speechless. At such a turbulent time, you called you such a close friend. Are you really not afraid that the rumors will be true?
After coming out of Zizheng Palace, I looked up at the sunlight coming from the glazed tile roof of the west side of the palace, feeling a little depressed.
Not only is Li Chengqian's behavior inexplicable, but it's also hard to guess the Queen's thoughts... Could it be that the two couples really had some trouble, leading to the fake show?
***** The city of Chang'an is in turmoil, and everyone in the government and the public can feel the undercurrent of irritability, which makes people panic. In the officialdom, with various interests entangled, no one dares to guarantee that they will stay alone. When the current surges,
body
I couldn't help but be swept into it.
The kind of panic caused by "changes not seen in a thousand years" makes everyone uneasy.
At the moment, the one receiving the most attention is naturally the Yamen of the Ministry of War. The reform of the military system has become a foregone conclusion, and no one can resist it. However, no one in the army knows how to reform it. It was inherited from the "Six Towns of the Northern Wei Dynasty"
The "fu army system" has already revealed many shortcomings and is no longer suitable.
In line with the current national conditions of the Tang Dynasty, however, the "mansion army system" and the "recruitment system" each have their own advantages and disadvantages. Simply abolishing the "mansion army system" will not make the military system completely new. Especially the "complete separation of the army and the local area" mentioned many times, it is obvious that
It touched the interests of countless people, including military generals, local officials, aristocratic families, and even clan members. It naturally affected everyone.
gaze.
...... The sky was slightly dew with morning light, and the gates of the imperial city slowly opened. The officials waiting outside the gates entered the imperial city one after another, either by car or on horseback, and went straight to their respective offices. For a time, lights streamed in, traffic was busy, and the silent emperor
city
Wake up slowly.
Today is not a big dynasty, so unless the ministers have important matters to go to the palace to report, or are ordered to go to the palace to see them, the rest are on duty in their respective official offices. The streets in front of the Ministry of War Yamen are somewhat congested. Not only officials from the headquarters are arriving one after another, but also recently
The members of the additional "committee" also took office for the first time today. Each of these people is a big boss, surrounded by troops, servants, and people.
There were so many that they blocked the long and narrow streets for a while, and even affected several other adjacent ministries and yamen.
Xu Jingzong, the Minister of Rites, glanced at the bustling Military Department gate in front of his Yamen, sighed, and shook his head.
Such a prosperous Military Department Yamen will naturally arouse the jealousy of others. Prosperity represents power, and power represents status... There is a cross-courtyard on the left side of the Military Department Yamen, which was usually used for the rest of the Ministry officials. Now it has been sorted out, and the main hall is paved. Thick Persian carpets are placed on the north, east and west sides except for the sunny side of the door.
Among the chairs, coffee table, and desk, an exquisite bronze crane stove in the middle has already lit up the sandalwood, the white porcelain tea cup is filled with hot tea, and there are cakes on the plate.
Li Ji, Fang Jun, Li Jing, Zheng Rentai, Cui Dunli and others took their seats one by one, drinking tea and eating cakes. Li Jing said with a smile: "Of the six yamen halls, only the logistics supply of the yamen of the Ministry of War is the most appropriate. The tea cups are made of high-quality white porcelain, the tea is good, the water is sweet, the chairs are made of red sandalwood, and this carpet must be expensive too, right?
"It's just a temporary addition. We usually only discuss the reform of the military system here, and we are not on duty every day. However, the furnishings are luxurious and grand, and are not inferior to some palaces in the palace. The six departments among
, should be the first.
Li Ji smiled calmly and said: "Everyone knows that the Ministry of War is rich." Fang Jun complained to Cui Dunli: "I have already told you to keep everything simple. You are all important ministers of the military and state, so naturally I will not argue with you. But once it spreads, it will be targeted by the Yushi Yanguan, and even after spending money, he will not be able to afford it.
Well, that's beyond stupid."
Cui Dunli did not defend himself. He nodded and admitted his mistake: "The Duke of Yue taught me the lesson. It was because the subordinate officials did not think carefully. When they turned around, they had them removed. Simplicity is the best."
Others watched the two men perform, and they all lowered their heads to drink tea, as if they had not seen them.
The atmosphere became a little serious. Could it be that on the first day of duty, Li Ji and Fang Jun, the second-in-command, had a tit-for-tat confrontation?
Li Jing felt that he had said something wrong that caused this. He was a little depressed and drank tea in silence.
He just said that he was not good at such weird officialdom battles and shouldn't have come...
After talking for a while, the noise outside gradually subsided. It was time to go on duty, and the officials and clerks in the ministry began to handle their official duties step by step.
But the Pei Huai Festival has not yet arrived... Fang Jun put down his teacup and looked at Li Ji: "Although our organization does not have a formal structure, the matters involved are important military matters and we dare not slack off. Do you think it should be decided? Lay down some basic rules,
For example, on the day of the meeting, you must not be late?”
Li Ji looked calm and said: "Of course there should be rules, but after all, it is the first day on duty, so there is no need to be strict."
Although he was also dissatisfied with Pei Huaijie, this kid showed such a strong desire to attack on the first day. He obviously wanted to control the situation and gain the initiative. How could he let him do so? Fang Jun said with a smile: "They all say The British government is strict in running the army and has strict laws and regulations, but why is it so tolerant and lax when it comes to this place? Do you think that things here are more important than things in the army, so you are slacking off and doing things perfunctorily?
?" The expressions of the other people remained unchanged, but they began to get excited in their hearts, because Fang Jun's words were not accusing Li Ji of whether he paid attention to matters here, but that he had neglected government affairs since he became minister Zuopushe. Light nourishment
Hui is far less vigorous and strict in running the army than when he was in the army.
In short, Li Ji is accused of dereliction of duty...
This is a serious crime. Although it is impossible to prove it, it is a big blow to Li Ji's prestige.
The tit-for-tat confrontation from the beginning was already surprising, and the attack was so sharp, which made people feel more and more tense... Li Ji was unmoved and said calmly: "Erlang is young after all. Although he has led troops, he doesn't know the relationship between the army and the army." The difference between a court and a court. The military discipline is strict and the court outline is strict, but mistakes in the army are often punished with military sticks and whips. How can it be the same in the court? And when the military discipline is serious, the owl can be killed with a stick or even beheaded. How can it be done in the court or in the ministry hall? Can we follow the same method? The army must be restrained by military discipline, keep sharp at all times, and be meticulous without making the slightest mistake. The court is different, it must be
To a certain extent, mistakes are allowed."
The implication is that this is a ministry, not an army, so it cannot be generalized. At such a young age, one should not be full of hostility, but should be tolerant of others.
Just as he was talking, there was the sound of footsteps outside the door. Pei Huaijie stepped inside, clasped his fists and saluted, and said apologetically: "I'm sorry, the carriage broke down on the way here, and I was delayed for a while. Please forgive me."
Li Ji nodded and said: "It doesn't matter..."
Before he finished speaking, Fang Jun said, "If you don't want to forgive me, what will you do?"
Pei Huaijie was stunned and suddenly felt at a loss, his face was embarrassed, and his heart was angry.
It's just a little late, why is it like this?
But he could only hold back his anger and said with a smile: "It's all the fault of the official. Today at noon, I am at the Zuixian Tower in Kangfang. How about I hold a banquet for you all to toast and apologize?" Fang Jun disagreed: "There are ministers and servants here. Shoot, there is the Secretary of the Ministry of War, and there is General Wei, the leader of the left army... They are all important ministers of the military and state. They work hard and sleep all night for national affairs, forgetting to eat and sleep, but because of your lack of discipline.
, I am wasting my time here due to negligence, how can I just buy a drink and get over?"
Pei Huaijie glanced at Li Ji. The latter's face was as dark as water and he said nothing. His anger rose in his heart and he asked: "Since the Duke of Yue is so picky, how do you think he should be punished?"
Fang Jun: "Get out."
Pei Huaijie: "...what?"
He looked confused, thinking he had tinnitus. What did he hear? Fang Jun pointed to the door: "The people here talk about military exploits, political achievements, titles, and family backgrounds. Which one of them is not someone you need to respect? Not only do you ignore the time delay, Being late, coming in without even opening the door, being arrogant
You are domineering and have no regard for superiors. How rebellious you are! Now go out and call the door again, and then come in after being allowed."
Pei Huaijie's face turned red, his hair and beard were tangled, and he was so angry that his whole body trembled slightly. He was also a third-grade Henan Yin, one of the best among the feudal officials, and a proper military official. How had he ever suffered such humiliation?
Li Ji stared at Fang Jun sharply: "Duke Yue, is this too much?" Fang Jun smiled at him and asked: "There is no rule without rules. If I forgive him for being late and being rude today, then tomorrow I will If you do it again, will you forgive me? If someone does this again in the future, what should I do?
?”
Not only must he take the initiative, but he must also suppress Pei Huaijie. Li Ji remained silent, feeling the strong provocation. He knew that Fang Jun was not joking. If he insists on forgiving Pei Huaijie today, tomorrow Fang Jun will respect all rules. If there is nothing, the entire "committee" is in name only, and in the end
The final responsibility must be borne by him, the nominal superior.
Of course, he could forcefully suppress Fang Jun, but for Pei Huaiji, there was no need... And Fang Jun chose to take the initiative today to try to control the situation and enhance his voice, which caught him off guard and felt the difficulty.