Looking at Ning Chen laughing happily, Wan Hong felt extremely puzzled.
Now that the situation has become so critical, why is Ning Chen not worried at all?
Ning Chen did not explain to Wan Hong why he was so happy, but asked Wan Hong: "Is Lu Gao's Lin Party headed by Left Prime Minister Lin Dunxin?"
Wan Hong shook his head: "Prime Minister Lin Zuo is the leader of the Donglin Party, with the Ministry of Personnel and the Ministry of Rites as its main members.
The Lin Party that Lu Gao belongs to is headed by Lin Youwei, the Minister of Hubu, and mainly consists of people from the Ministry of Hunan and the Ministry of Works."
"That's right. What about the Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of War?" Ning Chen continued to ask.
Wan Hong explained: "The Ministry of Punishment is mainly responsible for punishment and case hearing. Although it has great power, its position is too sensitive.
No one wants to fall into the trap of giving the other party an excuse to manipulate national laws.
Therefore, both parties only have people in the Punishment Department, but no one really controls the Punishment Department.
As for the Ministry of War, everyone simply looked down upon it.
But it is said that the Minister of the Ministry of War has become the right minister, so the Ministry of War is now considered to be His Highness’s loyal supporter.”
After listening to Wan Hong's explanation, Ning Chen really didn't expect that there were so many undercurrents surging above the court.
Wan Hong hasn't mentioned Yushitai yet. Although these guys don't ally with anyone, their fighting power is really strong.
If you are caught, Tumo Xingzi can crush you to death.
Except for someone with strong fighting ability like Ning Chen, no one wants to provoke this group of people.
"Boss Wan, I didn't expect you, a business person, to know the situation above the court better than me, a member of the court." Ning Chen said to Wan Hong with a smile.
Wan Hong didn't even think about it, and just flattered him: "Master Ning, I don't know, it just shows that Master Ning, you are a real person who does things."
After a pause, Wan Hong added: "These clique matters, whether they are above the court or outside the court, are not secrets. You can find out with a little attentiveness. It's just that you don't care, Mr. Ning."
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Not to mention, Ning Chen recalled carefully, there really was no such thing about cliques in the memory of the original owner.
Obviously the original owner was not interested in these things either, which is why he was the No. 1 Scholar for more than a year, still lived in the Hanlin official residence, and was still a Hanlin editor, but was not reassigned.
"Since you have such a clear view of the court situation, tell me, what does Lin Youwei's Lin Party mean? Are you planning to show your favor to Lin Dunxin?" Ning Chen continued to ask Wan Hong.
By the way, Ning Chen also made a judgment and tried to stop him from any possible comeback.
"Master Ning, I heard that this time it should be related to His Highness's implementation of the new version of the examination system.
Although I don't know the specific content, I feel that the most likely to be unlucky are Lin Youwei and the others.
The Ministry of Household Affairs and the Ministry of Works are all linked to money.
When it came to really investigating, they were the most reluctant to investigate.
As for whether Mr. Ning showed favor to Zuo Xiang or not, I really can't guess.
Maybe there is, after all, the left prime minister is now the number one official and the leader of all officials."
The question Ning Chen asked was really a bit out of line for Fatty Wan.
But what Fatty Wan said is right, if you really follow Wu Zhao’s new version of the exam course.
The most unlucky ones are the Ministry of Household Affairs and the Ministry of Industry.
They work with money every day, and they are probably the most dishonest people.
So they should be the most anxious.
Will Lin Youwei take this opportunity to show favor to the leftist minister to suppress Wu Zhao, while at the same time retaining the official positions of his own group?
Ning Chen thinks this possibility is still very high.
Because although we are two groups, when their interests are the same, it does not prevent them from joining forces.
If this is really the case, Ning Chen feels that the probability that he can reverse this wave is really very small.
"Even if the final settlement is that there are only 100 [佞] points, it is still better than 10,000 [loyalty] points."
After figuring this out, Ning Chen felt better.
"Boss Wan is so busy that he hasn't eaten yet. Let's stay and have something to eat." Ning Chen took the initiative to invite Wan Hong.
"Master Ning..."
"Boss Wan, I am more experienced than you in this court matter. It is already very difficult for you to find out so much information for me. I can do the rest myself."
When Wan Hong heard what Ning Chen said, his heart suddenly felt more at ease: "Then I will bother Mr. Ning."
"We are old friends, why are you so polite?"
Ning Chen asked the cook to fry a few simple side dishes, and then drank a few more drinks with Wan Hong.
Don't worry about Wan Hong's thoughts, at least Wan Hong treats himself pretty well.
At the same time, Lu Gao and some important members of the Lin Party appeared at Lin Youwei's house.
Lin Youwei is an old man with a beard and a rather handsome figure. He looks like a kind and honest elder.
"Master Lu, according to what you said, Ning Chen knew what was in the wine jar, but he didn't accept it, right?" Lin Youwei asked Lu Gao.
Lu Gao nodded: "Yes, Ning Chen must know what is in the wine jar, but why he confiscated it, I don't know."
Another main member of the Lin Party, Zuo Shilang of the Ministry of Industry, said: "If Ning Chen confiscates this money, isn't he going to help Mr. Lu?"
Lu Gao shook his head: "I can feel that Master Ning has a strong desire to help me."
The left minister of the Ministry of Industry frowned and said: "He doesn't accept money, and then he still wants to help you? What does he want?"
It must be said that in the eyes of corrupt officials, if a person helps you without asking for money, it proves that there is something wrong with the person who does not ask for money.
The right minister of the Ministry of Industry suddenly thought of something and said: "Could it be that this Ning Chen has joined forces with the left minister?
This time the Left Prime Minister is nominally trying to counter His Highness, but in reality he is trying to suppress us and consolidate his position."
The words of the right minister of the Ministry of Industry undoubtedly provide everyone with a new way of thinking.
Everyone in the room fell silent, thinking about the possibility of this matter.
After a long time, Lin You did not speak: "The Left Prime Minister should not join forces with Ning Chen.
There are no common interests between them.
Even if it is to suppress us, for them, it is only a thousand losses to the enemy and eight hundred losses to themselves.
We were defeated, and it was equally difficult for them.
This will only give Her Highness the opportunity to develop her own power.
The left prime minister would not want to see something like this happen.
And judging from various performances, Ning Chen is still of the same mind as His Highness."
Lin Youwei's words were undoubtedly very reasonable and made everyone doubt that there was a relationship between Ning Chen and Zuo Xiang.
"Master Lu, you seem to have something to say?" Lin Youwei looked at Lu Gao and asked.
When his name was called, Lu Gao said quickly: "Shang Shu Lin, one of my words may be a bit abrupt, please don't be offended."
Lin Youwei said: "Master Lu, it doesn't matter if you say so."
Lu Gao said: "My lords, is there such a possibility that Ning Chen really wants to select some useful people for His Highness?"
After finishing speaking, Lu Gao added: "My lords, Mr. Lu is not saying that Mr. Lu is an available person. It is because throughout the banquet, Ning Chen has been asking me to recommend some available people to him."
Lin Youwei listened to Lu Gao's words and said: "Master Lu is worrying too much, Master Lu is also a real talent.
The accounts of the Ministry of Accounts over the years would have been difficult to maintain without Mr. Lu's dedicated efforts.
Otherwise, we will not choose to let Master Lu take the lead this time."
Lu Gao quickly handed over his hand: "It is an honor for me to be able to share your worries with you."
Lin Youwei continued to ask: "Mr. Lu, are you saying that Ning Chen really keeps asking you to recommend people to him?"
Lu Gao nodded: "Yes, Ning Chen has always asked me to recommend people to him."
"Did Mr. Lu recommend anyone to Ning Chen?" Lin Youwei asked.
Lu Gao said truthfully: "I recommended Cao Xing of Dali Temple to Ning Chen."
"Cao Xing?" Many people frowned when they heard the person recommended by Lu Gao.
Obviously, Cao Xing's reputation is really not good.
Seeing everyone's frowning expressions, Lu Gao quickly explained: "My lords, this is what I think.
If Ning Chen really has no selfish motives, then we want to remove him from power. I'm afraid it's not enough for me alone.
After all, he didn't take the money, so at best he just made an oversight on me.
But if Cao Xing were to do so, it would not be an oversight.
A corrupt official might be able to explain the oversight clearly, but if another cruel official is used indiscriminately.
That's not something that can be explained clearly.
The most important thing for Your Highness to take charge of the government is stability.
His Highness personally appointed the person responsible for the examination, selected a corrupt official, and appointed a cruel official.
What will everyone think?
In this way, even if Ning Chen didn't actually take my money.
But I'm afraid His Highness has to capture Ning Chen in order to ease the tension with the officials.
As long as we capture Ning Chen, our goal will actually be achieved."
After hearing what Lu Gao said, everyone nodded.
Lin Youwei looked at Lu Gao and said with a smile: "Master Lu, this time we have to sacrifice you for the sake of the overall situation.
But don't worry, Mr. Lu, I have already discussed this with the Left Prime Minister.
At that time, we will use the reason that the new version of the exam will spread too much and worry people's hearts, and we will reduce your punishment to the minimum, Mr. Lu.
When the time comes, Master Lu, you will be silent for a year or two, I will propose that you, Master Lu, be appointed as the Left Minister of Household Affairs, and the Left Minister will also support Master Lu."
Lu Gao said quickly: "Lin Shangshu said something serious. We are all in the same boat. I believe that everyone will save me. Lu has never doubted this."
Lin Youwei listened to Lu Gao's words and nodded: "As long as Mr. Lu understands."
"When Prime Minister Zuo submits a letter tomorrow at the court, we will also submit a letter jointly with Prime Minister Zuo. We must make sure this matter is implemented."