When Wang Chengen returned to the Supervisor of Ceremonies, he did not think clearly about how to end the situation properly when two cabinet ministers resigned at the same time.
According to Chongzhen's wishes, it is not allowed at all. It may be simple, but the impact will definitely be very bad.
In any case, the situation of two cabinet ministers resigning at the same time has been formed. If we don't come up with a solution, it will easily create the impression that the emperor and his ministers are alienated.
Now, he just wants to be quiet and think about it.
But the movement in the study made his plan fail.
Wang Chengen stopped outside the door and saw through the door curtain that two young eunuchs were working and chatting.
"Huang Ping, you said that Mr. Xu Ge and Mr. Sun Ge have resigned, will the emperor allow it?"
The other little eunuch was much calmer, he just smiled and didn't answer.
But the one who spoke was of a lively nature, so he insisted on asking.
"Huang Ping, just tell me. When we are in the study hall, you have the most ideas. Give your brothers a clear path, lest you make a mistake one day and your life will be in danger."
The calm little eunuch had no choice but to speak.
"As long as you keep your mouth shut, your life can be saved."
The lively little eunuch was stunned.
"Why?"
The calm little eunuch stopped talking again and concentrated on organizing the copy.
The feeling of being thrown in mid-air was really uncomfortable. The lively little eunuch came over to make trouble, which made the calm little eunuch unable to work.
"Speak clearly, otherwise I won't be able to forgive you."
The calm little eunuch had no choice but to reveal a little bit of his thoughts.
"For the current plan, the best way is to agree to Mr. Xu Ge's resignation, but reject Mr. Sun Ge's resignation. If this is true or not, the emperor will be in an invincible position."
The lively little eunuch was even more eager and kept asking questions.
"Why is this?"
The calm little eunuch was so annoyed that he had no choice but to speak in more detail.
"Two pavilion elders will resign at the same time, which will definitely attract the attention of the world. If the emperor refuses to agree, there will be many crazy words and nonsense between the emperor and his ministers. If they both agree, the speculation that the emperor and his ministers are alienated will be equally terrifying. Therefore, one is sure and the other is not.
The best is the best. Xu Ge is old and can't bear the heavy responsibility, so he is allowed to serve in order to sympathize with the old ministers and show the emperor's kindness. Sun Ge is not allowed to resign because it actually affects the safety of the country in Liaodong and non-important ministers cannot control it.
"
What he said later exposed the important logical relationship.
"Your Majesty, I think I have a headache, and I don't know how to retain Mr. Sun Ge. If Mr. Xu Ge is allowed to take office, wouldn't that block Mr. Sun's reason for resigning?"
The lively little eunuch's head was filled with mushy paste and he had to ask: "Why?"
The calm little eunuch stopped talking. He pushed him away and said: "When we serve nobles in the palace, the most important thing is to have bright eyes and a strong mouth. How can it be our turn to comment on such a major military matter? Do it well.
Live, don't offend the noble man."
Neither of the two little people noticed that Wang Chengen's eyes behind the curtain were filled with brilliance. No one was alarmed and they silently turned around and left.
When Wang Chengen came back in the evening, he no longer looked worried and was even in the mood to hum a little tune, feeling very contented.
Seeing the little eunuchs cleaning diligently, he only paid attention to one person.
"You come to the front."
The person under his care was none other than the calm little eunuch.
He didn't dare to be lazy and ran up in a hurry.
"My child, Huang Ping, would like to pay my respects to our ancestors."
Wang Chengen saw his handsome appearance and liked him very much in his heart. He said softly: "He is a good boy. From now on, you can stay here. Don't run around. I have to be there when I give you orders."
Before Huang Ping could do anything, the little eunuchs around him all showed envious expressions.
Everyone knew that he was attracted by Wang Chengen.
There are many great officials in the inner court, but the most powerful one must be Wang Chengen.
Although he was not the highest-ranking eunuch in the inner court, he always accompanied Chongzhen and was the most trusted eunuch by Chongzhen.
In this inner court, those who are favored by Wang Ting'en are expected to rise to great heights soon.
While everyone looked at him with envy and jealousy, Huang Ping was very calm and obeyed, then walked obediently behind Wang Chengen.
Without any words, he naturally replaced the cold tea on the coffee table with new tea at a moderate temperature.
This move alone made Wang Chengen couldn't be more satisfied.
He looked at the lively little eunuch again.
"You're not bad either. From now on, you'll have a good time after going to the Huanyi Bureau."
The lively little eunuch turned pale, knowing that he had been sent away.
I still can't figure out why, in just one day, I am so different from Huang Pingtian?
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Laizhou Prefecture governs Ye County.
Dongcheng has been very lively these days, attracting many people to watch.
A big businessman from out of town spent his money and bought many houses near the city wall, and then began major renovations.
Some people came over to watch the fun, and the big businessman took the opportunity to spread the word.
"Dear young and old gentlemen, when I am in Xiabu Shiren, I used to run a restaurant in Shaanxi. I have just arrived in your place and plan to resume my old business. I would also like to ask my parents and fellow villagers to give me a thumbs up. On the opening day, all wine and food will be 30% off."
I heard that they were going to open a restaurant, and many people looked at the businessman like he was a fool.
Although Ye County is governed by Laizhou Prefecture, its population is sparse and the people are poor. In a place like this, you can still make a living by opening a small restaurant or a large restaurant...
What can you earn by just relying on high-ranking officials, eating, drinking and having fun?
Seeing the proud look on Nabu Shiren's face, the neighbors were laughing behind his back, waiting to see when the restaurant would close down.
But Bu Shiren was unaware of the malicious intentions of his neighbors. On the contrary, he had been supervising the construction of the restaurant. In order to meet the deadline, he was busy even at night.
But in this busy corner, Bu Shiren was no longer as bold as he was during the day, on the contrary, he was very serious.
"How about it? Can a tunnel be dug?"
The person next to him was dressed as a clerk, but at this moment he was showing off his shrewdness.
"Director, don't worry, we have never failed in doing this. We promise to dig the tunnel under the city wall within three months."
Bu Shiren was very serious because he was afraid that the people below him would drift away.
"No matter how careful you are, you will never be discovered. If you do it well this time, you can also be the director."
The man was stunned, as if he couldn't believe it.
"Can I also be an official?"
Bu Shiren couldn't help laughing.
"What are you talking about? Our intelligence department has always rewarded people based on merit. If you do it well this time, it is a huge credit. How can you not be promoted?"
This guarantee made the man beam with joy and make him more energetic.
"Look, I'll keep an eye on this job myself. If something happens, I'll bury myself in it."
At the same time, Qingzhou Prefecture governs Yidu, Jinan City, and Yanzhou Prefecture governs Ziyang. Businessmen are acquiring houses and then renovating them.
Coincidentally, the houses purchased by these merchants were all located close to the city wall.
However, house sales and renovations are common in cities and towns, and they have not attracted much attention.
The bored people were even talking about it, wondering whether they could go in and have a taste after the restaurant was built.
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Linqing.
Zuo Mengeng was also talking to Zuo Rong and Lou Fu.
"The military department plans to establish a third division. I plan to appoint you two as division commander and political commissar. The deputy division commander and chief of staff will be appointed later."
Neither Zuo Rong nor Lou Fu was surprised by this decision.
The faster the new army expands, the faster the promotion of officers will follow.
The news that the third division is about to be established is no longer a secret.
Everyone is also discussing privately who will be the division commander and political commissar of the third division.
The commander of the First Division is still Zuo Menggeng concurrently.
As long as the First Division still needs Dongchang Xie's brand, the division commander Zuo Menggeng cannot leave.
In the same way, the commander of the second division can only be Mao Yuanyi.
But the third division is different.
This is a brand new establishment and has not been registered with the imperial court, so the appointment of officers is relatively free.
However, everyone also knows that those who can serve as the commander and political commissar of the Third Division must be selected from several brigade-level officers.
Zuo Hua, the commander of the Second Brigade, has now disappeared. No one knows what he did, and he is definitely not among the candidates.
The rest of the 1st Brigade of the 2nd Division, Ning Weiping and Yi Guozheng, had just been promoted from regiment-level officers to brigade-level officers, so naturally they could not progress further in a short period of time.
Moreover, the establishment of the second division is not yet complete.
The Second Division currently only has the First Brigade, and the Second Brigade is still empty. As a result, the Third Regiment and the Fourth Regiment are still under the direct jurisdiction of the division headquarters.
Therefore, the only ones who can serve as the commander and political commissar of the Third Division are Zuo Rong and Lou Fu.
Zuo Rong absolutely obeys orders.
He didn't complain at all when he was asked to join the new army. However, he was still concerned about his old army.
"We're leaving, who will be in charge of the first brigade?"
Zuo Mengeng reassured him very well.
"The brigade commander is Bai Xiaoqi, and the political commissar is Hong Qi from the Second Regiment."