Chapter Nine Hundred and Nineteen I'm Protecting Him
Zhu Hao would not agree to be Yang Shen's informant, but before leaving, Zhu Hao still told Yang Shen a piece of news.
"...Zhang Bingyong will probably arrive in the capital before His Majesty's tour. It is not known who will participate in the ceremony, or whether Huang Gongxian and Zhang Bingyong will attend together."
Zhang Cong will arrive in the capital soon.
Yang Shen knew that there was a person like Zhang Cong, but he obviously despised him very much. A guy who had just passed the Jinshi examination only three years ago, was not from the Hanlin Academy system, and ranked low among the Jinshi in the same list. Even if he was the first to initiate the ceremony,
But what kind of charisma does a person like this who relies on maneuvering to gain power have in the government?
When Zhu Hao returned home, he heard that Zhang Cong had arrived in the capital, and was trying to find ways to contact him, and even went to Sixianju to find someone.
Zhang Cong's desire for fame is far greater than that of ordinary people. Or maybe Zhang Cong feels that since he has contributed so much to the ceremony, he should get the rewards he deserves.
Zhu Hao did not go to Sixianju to meet Zhang Cong immediately, but sent someone to invite Zhang Cong from Sixianju to the nearest teahouse.
"Mr. Zhu."
When Zhang Cong saw Zhu Hao, his face was full of respect. Perhaps because he had something to ask for, he spoke in a very sincere tone.
Zhu Hao was not as anxious as Zhang Cong. He motioned for the other party to sit down and drink tea before he started talking in detail.
Zhang Cong said: "...I hurried all the way down, for fear of delaying His Majesty's business. When I arrived in the capital, I heard that Huang Butang of the Nanhu Department was appointed as a Hanlin scholar by Your Majesty."
Zhu Hao asked with a smile: "Coming to the capital? It just happened today. When did you hear about it?"
"this……"
Zhang Cong hesitated.
Probably he was a little wary of Zhu Hao, but now the situation forced him to trust Zhu Hao. After all, he still had to count on Zhu Hao to recommend him.
"Today...there are even rumors that His Majesty will discuss etiquette tomorrow, or that Huang Butang will come forward to debate with the people in the Ministry of Rites... During my time in Nanjing, I have sorted out and summarized many situations. I hope this time
If I can help His Majesty, I hope Mr. Zhu can recommend it on your behalf."
Zhang Cong didn't hide it either.
In the previous great ceremony, the idea of "succession without heirs" was proposed by Zhu Hao, but after all, it was Zhang Cong who officially came forward. What does it have to do with Huang Zan?
Now that Huang Zan was suddenly appointed as a Hanlin scholar, Zhang Cong felt that someone had stolen the fruits of his victory. The fame that was so easy to obtain was actually occupied by Huang Zan, which made him a little unbearable.
Zhu Haodao: "Brother Bingyong, as the young minister of Dali Temple in Nanjing, you have to participate in the ceremony and win more support. I'm afraid it's not easy, right? Even if it doesn't come true, just the impact on your career.
I’m afraid it’s not too small.”
"This... there is no need for Mr. Zhu to worry. I have already made mental preparations that I will be punished if I don't succeed, and I am willing to go to pieces for His Majesty."
Zhang Cong's words were beautiful, but he still exposed his eagerness for quick success.
Zhu Hao smiled and said, "But the problem is, Your Majesty needs such a person to come forward to negotiate with you."
"ah?"
Zhang Cong looked puzzled.
Zhu Haodao: "Actually, there are some things that I haven't told you clearly. His Majesty called you back to the capital and plans to let you enter the Hanlin Academy to serve as a Hanlin scholar and assist Huang Xueshi in mastering the etiquette affairs of the Ming Dynasty. As long as you cooperate sincerely, aren't you the best?
A combination? Or, brother Bingyong, do you think you should take the lead in everything?"
Zhu Hao's question is very pointed.
He gave him a sweet date and at the same time stopped Zhang Cong's ambition.
Tell Zhang Cong clearly that now the emperor is about to appoint you to serve as a scholar in the Hanlin Academy. You are not satisfied, right? But the problem is, this is the position that many people dream of. Even I, Zhu Hao, am not in it now.
, why do you dislike it?
Or do you think from the beginning that you can become a bachelor of the Imperial Academy and that the emperor should base everything on your opinion?
Perhaps you have forgotten who came up with the details of the initial grand ceremony?
I haven't even fought for it yet, why are you jumping around?
Zhang Cong naturally felt a lot of unwillingness in his heart, but he could not just feel that he was being plotted by the emperor or Zhu Hao.
It was different from history. At that time
Zhang Cong was almost the initiator and manipulator behind the Great Ceremony Conference. When the emperor summoned him to the capital, he was faced with the dilemma of having no one available for the Great Ceremony Conference, so Jiajing forced Zhang Cong and Gui E to be Hanlin bachelors...
But now that Zhu Hao exists, the emperor has a lot more choices. With Huang Zan, the highly respected Nanjing Minister of Household Affairs, why should the emperor use you, Zhang Cong?
You, Zhang Cong, are just a follower who obeys Zhu Hao's orders. Now that you are appointed as a Hanlin scholar, it is a great honor for you. Why are you picky?
Zhang Cong said: "Then...what are you going to do next?"
He was unwilling to give up, but now what Zhu Hao expressed was reasonable and he could only accept his fate.
Zhu Hao smiled and said: "Tomorrow His Majesty will go on tour, and you will probably accompany him as the new imperial minister. When you get outside the city, don't express too many opinions. You are only responsible for attracting firepower for Huang Xueshi... I mean, let others pay attention.
The focus is on you, and at the critical moment, let Huang Xueshi perform."
"this……"
Zhang Cong was already very depressed, but after hearing Zhu Hao's words, he felt even more depressed.
I thought to myself, wouldn’t I become a wedding dress for others?
"Brother Bingyong, do you have concerns?"
Zhu Hao asked with concern.
Zhang Cong said: "Mr. Zhu, I dare to ask, if Huang Butang performs well at the meeting tomorrow...there should be the result of your and Mr. Tang's secret planning. In this case, will he...not just stay in the Imperial Academy?"
In the position of bachelor? If it is feasible...will he join the cabinet?"
Zhu Hao smiled and shook his head.
Some questions seemed obvious and Zhu Hao did not need to answer them.
You, Zhang Cong, already have this awareness, what else should I explain to you?
Zhang Cong sighed: "It seems that I can only hope that Huang Butang can compete with the Confucian scholars tomorrow and perform well."
These words showed that he had little confidence in Huang Zan.
Zhu Hao knew that he would be unwilling to let Zhang Cong play a supporting role tomorrow. Zhang Cong would definitely try every means to express himself. The emperor had already said that he could speak freely on the issues of the ceremony tomorrow and anyone could speak. Zhang Cong
I will definitely take advantage of the opportunity.
"Brother Bingyong, I'm afraid you are very sleepy after a long journey. Go back and rest now...recharge yourself so that you will have the energy to face a complicated situation tomorrow," Zhu Hao said.
"Then can you... go and see His Majesty first?"
Zhang Cong made a request.
Zhu Hao refused directly: "No, I rarely meet the Holy See recently. His Majesty is busy with state affairs, and it depends on the time to leave the palace. I will not leave the city tomorrow. Only Mr. Tang will come to the debate in person. If you have any questions, please contact Brother Bingyong directly.
Mr. Tang can just discuss it."
"Then...that's it."
Zhang Cong still couldn't hide the look of regret on his face.
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The grand ceremony has entered the actual debate phase, and people from all parties are making careful preparations.
Zhu Hao went to see the last person he could see before the debate that night...Tang Yin.
"...I don't want to go, but you insist on letting me attend. I really don't know what you think."
Tang Yin complained as soon as he came up.
Zhu Hao smiled and said, "You didn't show up for the ceremony, but you were the one who supervised the construction of the trains and railways. If you don't go, who will? Besides, you are a legal person."
"What does legal person mean?" Tang Yin frowned.
Here at Zhu Hao, Tang Yin can always come into contact with some new terms.
Zhu Hao did not answer, but changed the subject and said: "Sir, I just went to see Zhang Bingyong. He seemed to have some opinions about his failure to become a Hanlin bachelor... I told him clearly that His Majesty asked him to enter the Hanlin Academy as an attendant.
Read, let him go with you to attend the ceremony outside the city tomorrow."
Tang Yin said: "He has already become a member of the Imperial Academy, so why is there any dissatisfaction? I don't think Zhang Bingyong is the kind of person who will do whatever it takes to achieve his goals!"
Zhu Hao asked in surprise: "Sir, do you really appreciate him?"
"cut!"
Tang Yin made a disdainful sound from the corner of his mouth and rolled his eyes at Zhu Hao.
It probably means that it doesn’t matter whether I appreciate it or not?
Is there any practical significance?
From what you said, I seem to be jealous, but who doesn’t know that you like to be pretentious? Is it fun to pretend?
"Sir, to be honest with you, His Majesty's initial plan for increasing the number of candidates for Hanlin bachelor's degrees is to add two more. And the initial plan is to promote you and Zhang Bingyong over the top."
Zhu Hao speaks out.
Tang Yin couldn't help but fell into deep thought after hearing this.
"As for Huang Gong, it was mostly me who came forward to recommend him. Huang Gong also had contact with Prince Xing's Mansion when he was in Huguang, and that's why His Majesty entrusted him with the important task." Zhu Hao said.
Tang Yin shook his head: "I think your Majesty is more likely to listen to you. If you recommend Zhang Bingyong instead of Huang Bachelor, it must be Zhang Bingyong to be the Hanlin Bachelor."
Zhu Hao smiled and did not answer.
that is the truth.
What Zhu Hao said to Zhang Cong was that I helped you get a Hanlin bachelor's degree, but the actual situation was that Zhu Hao deliberately suppressed Zhang Cong. Zhang Cong could have been a Hanlin bachelor, but he was downgraded several levels.
, became a member of the Imperial Academy.
From Shaoqing of Dali Temple in Nanjing to Imperial Academy, there was no actual improvement in traditional official positions.
Of course, entering the Hanlin Academy is the greatest gift from the emperor.
Tang Yin asked: "Then only one person, Huang Xueshi, will be added now? Do you still... have other plans?"
Zhu Hao said: "Sir, if you were asked to become a Hanlin bachelor, would you be interested?"
"No."
Tang Yin refused simply, "Don't mention this matter again."
"Well, sir, who do you want to recommend? I mean, apart from me and Zhang Bingyong!" Zhu Hao asked seriously.
Tang Yin was startled.
Now it's his turn to recommend?
Tang Yin thought for a moment, his brows gradually furrowed, and his face became darker: "Jingdao, if you have any plans, you can just mention them to His Majesty yourself. Don't involve me in everything, okay? I'm in Hanlin.
Just doing some errands in the hospital is already very good... As you said, this year is my fate. It is better for me to get through the disaster smoothly than to do anything else. I have no one to choose from."
Zhu Hao smiled and said: "Then what do you think, let Yang Yongxiu become a Hanlin bachelor?"
Tang Yin glared at Zhu Hao again and said, "Are you trying to plot against others? I want to remind you that he has become a Hanlin scholar, which will put a lot of restrictions on you when it comes to discussing etiquette."
Zhu Haodao: "Even if he is not a Hanlin bachelor, he will have a great influence on the ceremony. By letting him be a Hanlin bachelor, do you think I am harming him? I am clearly protecting him!"