There were a large number of people wearing robes, walking in four rows on the palace road. The total number of people was over a hundred.
These people were students of the Imperial College. They were supposed to be appointed officials three months ago, but it was delayed because Zhao Yanxun raised troops.
Being called into the palace today filled their hearts with expectations.
Nowadays, there are almost more than 300 students in the Imperial College who are eligible to be awarded officials, but only 100 were summoned today.
Why were they summoned?
Just because among the existing students of the Imperial College, they were the first one hundred people to come forward to persuade Zhao Yanxun to become the emperor of Chengtianmen.
These people were so aware of current affairs, so Zhao Yanxun naturally reciprocated their kindness.
Xie Xiaofang has already gone to the south, and a large number of people will definitely be dismissed this time, which means there will be many vacancies, and Zhao Yanxun can just place these people in them.
In fact, during his two months as regent, Zhao Yanxun appointed more than 300 officials.
Most of these people were former members of the royal family, students from the School of Political Science, and former ministers who had been denounced by Zhao Weilong.
Most of these more than 300 officials are located in the five counties of the Central Plains. The latest group of more than 40 officials went to the two counties of the southwest.
Relying on these people, Zhao Yanxun can better control the government and strengthen his ability to control local officials.
And these people he is going to meet today will be sent to the five southern counties to fill the upcoming power vacuum.
At this moment, Zhao Yanxun was receiving a minister in Qian'an Hall.
"Mr. Ge, I haven't seen you for a few years, but you have aged a lot!"
Walking up to Lu Chaowen, Zhao Yanxun leaned over and helped him up. This can be said to be a great courtesy.
But this man indeed deserves the courtesy of Zhao Yan, simply because he was the only one among the three cabinet ministers who supported Zhao Yanxun to become the crown prince.
Because of this article, after Zhao Weilong ascended the throne, officials from Lu Chaowen's line were liquidated, and many were dismissed from office, had their homes confiscated, and were exiled.
"Thank you for your concern, Your Highness. I am an old minister and I can't show my old age!"
With a smile on his face, Lu Chaowen continued: "His Royal Highness, the king, has returned, taking over the world with great power. His style is even better than before, and his magnanimity is no longer that of the former Emperor Taizong!"
Hearing the old man's compliment, Zhao Yanxun burst out laughing, showing off his kingly demeanor.
This made Lu Chaowen very excited. Since ancient times, ministers under the rule of Mingjun have become more famous. In his opinion, Zhao Yanxun has the appearance of a Mingjun.
After being forced to serve for more than half a year, Lu Chaowen was not really disheartened yet. Now that he was summoned to the court again, it naturally aroused his desire for fame.
"Mr. Lu Ge, after all, I am young and inexperienced in many things. I still need the help of veterans like you!"
This meant that it was business. Lu Chaowen immediately became serious and replied: "Although I am old and decrepit, if your Highness is called upon, I am willing to share your worries!"
Zhao Yanxun couldn't help but admire the person in front of him when he expressed his desire to get back together in such a fresh and refined way.
"I am very moved by my love for your understanding of the general situation... In this case, you will still join the cabinet to assist the government!"
"I accept your order!"
Generally speaking, the appointment of cabinet ministers must first be recommended by the court, and then the emperor chooses and appoints them.
Now that Lu Chaowen has re-entered the cabinet, strictly speaking, it is neither customary nor in line with etiquette.
However, no one would question his position as cabinet minister, because no one dared to question Zhao Yanxun.
"Your Majesty, Mr. Wang Ge is here to meet you!"
"Let him in!"
After a while, Wang Tinghe walked into the palace, and the first thing he noticed was Lu Chaowen's back.
Although he didn't see the front, the familiar figure from behind still made Wang Tinghe guess who it was.
"See Your Highness!"
"No courtesy, Mr. Wang Ge... look who this is!"
Hearing Zhao Yanxun's words, Lu Chaowen slowly turned around and met Wang Tinghe's eyes.
Taking two steps forward, Lu Chaowen leaned over slightly and helped Wang Tinghe up from the ground.
"Old Wang Ge, long time no see. How are you?"
It can be said that Lu Chaowen became an official and Wang Tinghe was very powerful. It can be said that there was a big feud between them.
But when they met at this time, the two of them were like old friends apart from each other, calmly reminiscing in front of Zhao Yanxun.
Just listen to Wang Tinghe's reply: "It's okay...it's okay, but it's not as good as Lu Ge, who was so lucky that he returned to his hometown to take some time off!"
But the two of them are "enemies" after all, and a few small talk is enough to maintain dignity. After all, Zhao Yanxun is still sitting on the dragon throne.
"Mr. Wang Ge, I have asked Mr. Lu Ge to return to the cabinet. Regarding the future division of labor in the cabinet, I feel that we need to make it clear now!"
After hearing Zhao Yanxun's words, the two pavilions turned around in silence and bowed to Zhao Yanxun.
"Please give me your instructions, Your Highness!"
"After being invaded by monsters, now in the five counties of the Central Plains and the two counties in the southwest, a large amount of land is deserted, and countless people have fled!"
As soon as Zhao Yanxun mentioned this incident, Wang Tinghe felt something bad in his heart.
"Therefore, I plan to select a capable minister who will be responsible for surveying the land in the Central Plains and the southwest, and registering the refugees and hidden people in various places, so that the imperial court can know the actual situation in various places..."
There is no doubt that this is a difficult errand, even more difficult than Xie Xiaofang's trip.
In any case, Xie Xiaofang at least used the guise of hunting down traitors. Although it offended people, it was morally justified.
But measuring the land and verifying the population challenges the fragile nerves of local wealthy people. After all, who wants to leak all the details!
But no matter how difficult it is, now that Zhao Yanxun has proposed it, Wang Tinghe cannot refuse.
He envied Xie Xiaofang's "safe" landing. Now that the opportunity was in front of him, how could he dare to give up.
But after thinking about it carefully, Wang Tinghe felt that he needed to remind him of something.
"Your Highness, I have something to say, I don't know whether to say it or not!" Wang Tinghe was extremely sincere, for fear of causing Zhao Yanxun to misunderstand.
"Say it!" Zhao Yanxun said calmly.
"Now that the world has been settled, monsters are still raging, and people are in panic... If you do such a big thing rashly, I am worried that it will cause chaos!"
When Wang Tinghe said this, he was definitely speaking out of public motives. He was really worried about causing chaos and that the court would also suffer when he was killed.
"This matter is of great importance. I believe... we need to take a long-term approach, discuss it carefully with officials from the DPRK and China, and come up with a proper regulation before it can be implemented!"
Seeing that Wang Tinghe wanted to continue talking, Zhao Yanxun signaled him to stop.
Immediately afterwards, Zhao Yanxun stood up, walked to a shelf on one side, and took off the saber on display.
"Old Wangge..."
Seeing Zhao Yanxun holding the knife, Wang Tinghe was really shocked. At this moment, he bent down when he replied.
"Who is sitting on the throne now?"
"It's Your Highness!"
"I'm sitting on the throne, what matters do I need to discuss with the courtiers?"
Although Zhao Yanxun's tone was calm, Wang Tinghe was more cautious.
"Reporting to Your Highness, the imperial court relies on officials to do its work. If we don't discuss with the officials, I'm afraid it will be difficult to implement Your Highness's will!"
With a "crack" sound, Zhao Yanxun drew out his saber, and then said slowly: "Really? Then I'm afraid you have forgotten how I got to sit on this dragon chair!"
How did he sit on the Dragon Throne? Naturally, he fought all the way here, so Zhao Yanxun would not be hindered by anyone.
"In this world, the most indispensable thing is people who want to be officials. If there are officials who question their will to oppose Gu, I won't mind replacing them!"
Thinking of the large number of Imperial College students waiting to be summoned outside Qian'an Gate, as well as the large number of officials deployed by Zhao Yanxun some time ago, Wang Tinghe immediately understood this man's determination.
From this point of view, this person has taken action against the scholar-bureaucrat class with his heart in mind, even if it means killing many people.
While Wang Tinghe was thinking, he heard Zhao Yanxun say: "As a cabinet minister, you must know more about the shortcomings of the Tai'an Dynasty than I do..."
"What I want to do is to eliminate the cancer for the imperial court. If Mr. Wang Ge is willing to help, then take over this job, and I will do my best to help!"
As he spoke, the king's murderous aura overflowed. His momentum was like the weight of Mount Tai, which made people dare not face him directly... Lu Chaowen was secretly speechless.
He couldn't help but sigh, no wonder Zhao Yanxun easily entered the capital, he was indeed a once-in-a-thousand-year emperor.
At this time, Zhao Yanxun put the sword into its sheath, and his tone became more and more calm: "If Mr. Ge is afraid of difficulties and dangers, I will not force others to do anything!"
Should he refuse? Wang Tinghe couldn't decide for a while.
He didn't want to die, let alone involve his family's blood relatives, so he had no choice at all.
If he doesn't want to show dignity, the person in front of him will never give him any dignity.
"Your Highness has high aspirations, and I am willing to share your worries!"
After hearing Wang Tinghe's words, Zhao Yanxun finally showed a smile on his face.
"If this is done, Wang Qing will be my loyal minister of the Jin Dynasty, and it will be no problem to leave a name in history!"
It’s better to leave a name in history than to leave a reputation...
With this thought in his mind, Wang Tinghe said: "It is my honor to serve His Highness for his great cause!"
Nodding slightly, Zhao Yanxun turned to Lu Chaowen and said, "Since Wang Qing has received the special mission, Lu Qing will be in charge of cabinet affairs in the future!"
Presiding over cabinet affairs is already the de facto chief assistant, which makes Lu Chaowen extremely happy. This position is the highest pursuit of a civil servant.
"I accept your order!" Lu Chaowen bowed and replied.
With a smile on his face, Zhao Yanxun said: "The cabinet affairs have been arranged. From now on, you two must do your best!"
"Follow His Highness's teachings!"
"Next, you two will go with me to meet the Imperial Academy students who are waiting outside!"
