Chapter eight hundred and fifty seventh palace banquet
The Changning Festival banquet is said to celebrate Liu E's birthday, but in fact it is more about showing the benevolence of the Tian family. Everyone knows that this is a show, but no one will tell it.
Seeing that the New Year is approaching, the entire city of Tokyo is extremely lively. Naturally, the Tian family wants to use this liveliness to show their benevolence. Changning Festival is the "Holy Festival" second only to the emperor's standards.
Liu E lowered the curtain and came to the Huiqing Hall, and all the officials and Khitan envoys lined up in the court. The ministers came down to offer birthday wishes. All kinds of congratulatory words of congratulations were heard endlessly. When the door closed, the envoys lit up the curtain and stood outside, and all the officials paid their respects. Next, the prime minister ascended to the palace.
Although this is an evolution of the birthday banquet, the palace is solemn and there is also a lot of people drinking and drinking. After all, no one wants their birthday banquet to turn into a serious meeting.
At this time, most of the courtiers kept silent about political affairs and talked mostly about anecdotes. Of course, the parents were also short-lived. Officials were also human beings, not to mention the "fire of gossip" of the Song people was also quite fierce...
Wang Zeng and Lu Yijian were drinking next to each other, but both of them had nothing to say at this lively Changning Festival banquet. The plan they planned to swallow wolves and drive away tigers failed, and the "wolf" was not swallowed at the moment. fell, but the "tiger" was never driven away.
The best evidence is that at this time, Ye An actually toasted with Zhang Qiyao, secretly communicating with each other.
Seemingly feeling the gazes of Wang Zeng and Lu Yijian, Ye An smiled and picked up his wine glass and greeted them from a distance. He had met Zhang Qi yesterday, and the two met privately in Jingyi Temple under the guise of his wife. Although it did not reach the level of forming an alliance, it also resolved the embarrassment and misunderstanding between the two parties.
At least Ye An made Zhang Qi understand that he was really being used by the two prime ministers Wang Zeng and Lu Yijian. Zhang Qi, who had been used as a weapon, was now completely committed to Liu E's side.
From the conversation, Ye An vaguely realized that there was something different about this Zhang Qi. He was not a fatuous Privy Councilor loyal to Liu E as described by the civil servants. On the contrary, he was not a foolishly loyal person.
Zhang Qi has his own ideals and ambitions. If you look at his previous resume, you will know that he is a capable minister and a hero of the Song Dynasty. He played a vital role in the Battle of Chanyuan.
The Khitan soldiers came back and wanted to fight in person. Zhang Qi reported more than ten articles on border affairs, mostly talking about the importance of soldiers and the reason for the victory. He called them back and joined them. The emperor said: "Your Majesty has invited the Northern Expedition, and the Khitans have entered the fortress. Let's meet with you. The army is scheduled to be launched on the same day. I regret that I did not use your advice. Now I am leading the defense of Chanzhou but have not won any troops. What do you think?" Qi asked to go. The emperor was pleased and ordered him to lead the army to the west. He ordered him to go to Chanzhou to wait for the Khitans far and near. Qi Chi Riding towards it, he changed his formation to the east and commanded the troops.
Although there are not many descriptions of his role in the war in the document, a careful reading will reveal that Zhang Qi was a prudent man, especially when using troops, with admirable calmness and courage.
In terms of political affairs, he even reported to Emperor Zhenzong that the construction of the Yuqing Zhaoying Palace was "at the expense of the country's financial resources, so it is not the will of God."
After understanding Zhang Qi's personality, Ye An completely gave up the idea of being an enemy of him. This Zhang Qi was well hidden! Although he was no match for civil servants in political manipulation, he did not reveal himself. idea.
So Ye An reconciled with him in Jingyi Temple, and told Wang Zeng and Lu Yijian's plans. After returning to Beijing, Ye An felt that something was wrong. If the Cao family hadn't invited him, he would have nowhere to go in Tokyo. land.
The civil servants ostracized him, and Wang Zeng and Lu Yijian went to court many times. The reason for impeachment was that his behavior in Liangzhou Prefecture was too reckless and might anger the Qingtang Tibetans.
When did this happen? Qingtang Tubo secretly killed three top local officials of the Song Dynasty, and also attacked themselves. This was unbearable. Ye An felt that it was natural for him to remove the Tubo forces in Liangzhou City.
It should be, who would have thought that it would actually cause a stir in the court. It would be fine if he did not praise himself, but he would actually dismiss himself as the leader of Ganliang affairs and Qinfeng Road soldiers and horses!
This is simply the most ridiculous thing in the world, but after careful consideration, Ye An suddenly discovered that these two bosses were "drunkards who are not interested in drinking" and they were attacking him, but Ye An just couldn't figure out these two things.
What is the purpose of this "eating the wolf and driving away the tiger" strategy?!
Ye An really couldn't understand why Wang Zeng and Lu Yijian joined forces. Isn't the relationship between the two people "the same as fire and water"?
And these two ministers have many ways to deal with Zhang Qi, the Privy Councilor. There is no need to sacrifice themselves!
Ye An, who couldn't figure it out, stopped thinking about it. The troops were coming to stop him, and the water was coming to the earth. Anyway, he planned to take root in the northwest, and the Western Lie Army and the Huaiyuan Army received their military pay and logistics supply from the Privy Council. As long as Zhang Qi didn't attack him, it wouldn't matter.
As for the relationship between Liu E and Qin Mumu, I believe she must know what she means.
Until now, Ye An has no intention of turning against Wang Zeng and Lu Yijian. Offending two husbands at the same time during the Song Dynasty was simply not something a normal person could do.
It was Ye An's ease and confidence that shocked Wang Zeng. From his meaningful smile, it could be seen that this kid had probably seen through his and Lu Yijian's methods.
He picked up the wine cup and signaled to Ye An. At the same time, he quickly glanced at Lu Yijian, only to see that he showed a kind smile and also signaled to Ye An. Wang Zeng whispered: "I am afraid that I know your methods."
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Lu Yijian covered his face with his long sleeves while drinking wine and said: "Well, swallowing the wolf will drive away the tiger. Now the wolf has not been swallowed, and the tiger has not been driven away. The tiger and the wolf have the potential to join forces! I told you back then that this
The boy is very clever and has a unique vision. Ordinary methods cannot deal with him, and it seems that is the case today!"
Wang Zeng sighed slightly and saw Ye An, Li Zunxu and others raising their glasses, and said helplessly: "Xianggong Lu also knows what we are afraid of. The three governors of Liangzhou Prefecture all died in office. It is not the Tubo people who are behind the scenes."
What is it, but he, Ye An, can wipe out the Tubo forces when he leaves, but the Dangxiang people do not move, and the Uighurs remain silent. Such ability is too terrifying. Sooner or later, he will make great achievements in the northwest, and he will return then.
Who else can control the North?! Look at his age and past..."
"Hey, how could I not know?! He is both civilized and military, a wonder that has never been seen before! His great contribution to the country is unprecedented. He Ye An has taken too much, and his most important study is the study of things, which is said to be related to my Confucian learning.
We are together, but... the snobbery is too strong and goes against the teachings of the sages! I know what you, Wang Xiaoxian, are worried about, but right now it seems that you are acting too hastily."
Compared to Wang Zeng, Lu Yijian was more willing to spend time and plan slowly. From the beginning, he did not agree with the "swallowing wolves and driving away tigers" strategy, but because of Wang Zeng's insistence, he had to help. Now it seems that it was too hasty.
Wang Zeng frowned slightly: "That's the case now, but this kid hasn't revealed it yet, so just pretend that he doesn't know. How can he still question you and me?"
Lu Yijian smiled: "Don't underestimate him. Although your Wang family has some shares in Puhui Company, they will not hesitate to attack you. Don't forget that this kid has been on the battlefield and killed people.
, knows a lot about military matters... and is decisive in killing!"
Wang Zeng was suddenly startled, and then smiled and said: "A decisive killing? After all, he is just a kid. I don't believe he can take action against the Wang family. He still needs the support of his seniors!"
Lu Yijian looked at Ye An, with the corners of his mouth raised slightly. He could offend anyone in the court, but if he offended him... he would be punished!