Lu Xuan nodded and said: "Jia Xu is a very low-key person and is better at protecting himself. However, he has an exquisite mind and can see into people's hearts. He does not hurt people, but when he strikes, he will kill with one blow."
"What Jia Xu is best at is hitting a snake within seven inches, and being able to pinpoint the enemy's weakest point."
"For you, as the prince and the future emperor, you must have insight into people's hearts. As the future emperor, it's fine if you don't take action. If you do, you must kill with one strike. Otherwise, when a prince keeps failing, your authority will
It will be affected and give people the impression that the prince is incompetent."
"In addition, Jia Xu can also manage local affairs, including planning for marches and battles. He is powerful in all aspects."
"So, you should learn from him."
Lu Xuan said in a deep voice: "How you treated Mr. Kang Cheng, how you will treat Jia Xu when he comes back in the future. Only by treating others with sincerity can you get Jia Xu's true support and make him completely on your side."
Lu Yu blinked and thought carefully.
Suddenly, he spoke: "Father, I am so young, I am not afraid even if you are here."
Lu Xuan smiled and shook his head and said: "You are not young anymore. Sooner or later you will have to handle government affairs on your own. What's more, my father has no intention of restricting you. He hopes that you will become stronger with each generation."
"You are not young anymore. Most children at this age are sensible and can support the family business. As the prince, you must become independent as soon as possible. So if you have any ideas, just say it, there is no need to hide it."
Lu Yu solemnly said: "Father, don't worry, I understand."
At this time, there was a sound of footsteps, and the soldiers entered and reported: "Your Majesty, Governor Zhou Yu, General Huang Zhong and Governor Yang want to see you."
"pass!"
Lu Xuan gave an order.
The soldiers went to notify, and soon after, Zhou Yu, Huang Zhong and Yang Xiu entered hand in hand.
Huang Zhong took the lead and said: "Your Majesty, the Cao family, the Zhao family, the Pang family and other families have all been sealed up and are in the process of searching their homes. Because it involves shops, house deeds, and a large amount of money and treasures, it will take a lot of time.
inventory."
"For the time being, there is no exact data."
"As of now, the number of people arrested and executed has been completed."
"All the people involved in the case in the army were killed. The big families, businessmen, etc. involved, arrested 32 main culprits of the crime. The officials involved in the case included Xu Governor Shi, Bing Cao, Li Cao and other officials, a total of 28 people
.”
"Everyone was caught."
"Now, you can kill everyone at any time."
Huang Zhong looked even more solemn and said: "I didn't expect that this time it would affect so many and so many people. Although I was not involved in this incident, I chose Cao Bao to be in charge of the army and made a mistake in entrusting it, which led to the situation expanding to this point. I also have
It is an unshirkable responsibility, please forgive me."
Zhou Yu added: "Your Majesty, the governor's office did not notice the situation, and I have neglected my duty."
Lu Xuan waved his hand and said: "Without Cao Bao, there would have been Li Bao. Zhang Bao would have caused this incident, and it has nothing to do with you. This matter is first of all the responsibility of Cao Bao, and secondly the responsibility of Xuzhou Governor Lu Dai."
Zhou Yu was moved.
He knew that Lu Xuan's words were to protect him and ensure that he was not stained with dust.
On the one hand, the relationship between the two parties is very good. On the other hand, when his daughter is engaged to the prince, he must ensure that Zhou Yu is not in trouble. Otherwise, if he knocks Zhou Yu, it will easily be thought that he is knocking the prince.
Lu Xuan continued: "As for Lu Dai, I am directly demoted to the prefect of Zhuya County in Jiaozhou. In Xuzhou now, there is a shortage of candidates for the governor, and we need a suitable candidate to take over as the governor of Xuzhou."
Zhou Yu and Huang Zhong nodded, but did not answer.
They are members of the military and do not interfere with government affairs.
Lu Xuan looked at Yang Xiu and asked: "Dezu, who are there in Xuzhou's official circles who have not been involved in business matters?"
Yang Xiu said: "Reporting to your majesty, the Chief Registrar of Xuzhou is Yi, and he has never intervened. There was also a conflict between this man and Lu Dai over business. Shi Yi believes that the matter should be dealt with forcefully, and he will not hesitate to report to the court."
"In the end, because Lu Dai was the governor of Xuzhou, he suppressed Shi Yi's suggestion. But from then on, although Shi Yi handled government affairs on a daily basis, he did not interfere at all with military matters related to business."
Lu Xuan's eyes lit up.
He remembered that when Kuai Liang returned to Shu County to take up his post and discussed the situation in Xuzhou with Lu Xuan in detail, he once said that he had trained many talents, and Shi Yi was the most typical one.
Shiyi was thirty-eight years old and had been handling documents for Kuai Liang. After Kuai Liang was transferred to the position of deputy minister of the cabinet, Shiyi still served as the chief secretary of Xuzhou without further transfer. He had been assisting Lu Dai in handling the government affairs of the state.
It is Yi’s talent that is undoubted.
Historically, this person was loyal, upright, and capable. Now, because of Kuai Liang, Shiyi came into contact with government affairs early and has rich experience in governing.
Lu Xuan thought for a moment and then ordered: "Xu Chu, arrange for someone to inform Shiyi and come to the army to meet him."
"As you command!"
Xu Chu turned around and left after receiving the order.
Lu Xuan turned to look at Zhou Yu and Huang Zhong and ordered: "Gong Jin, Han Sheng, after the people involved in the case in the army were killed, how is the process of clearing away the illegal gains going?"
Zhou Yu replied: "Six thousand people handed over their illegal gains. Overall, it's pretty good."
Lu Xuan nodded and said approvingly: "The army must establish rules and do not do business. This time, Gongjin, you are responsible for making arrangements to put an end to the idea of doing business in the army. You must hang a sharp sword on the heads of all soldiers."
"I obey!"
Zhou Yu nodded and answered.
Lu Xuan waved his hand, Zhou Yu and Huang Zhong followed, and Yang Xiu also went to arrange things.
Lu Yu stayed, he wanted to wait for Shiyi and see what kind of person Shiyi was.
It didn't take long, and Shi Yi entered in a hurry. A few years passed, and Shi Yi became more and more calm. At nearly forty years old, his temples were a little more weathered, and they looked a little more weathered.
Shiyi noticed Lu Yu and bowed: "I, Shiyi, would like to pay my respects to Your Majesty, Your Highness the Crown Prince."
Lu Yu nodded slightly.
Lu Xuan admired in his heart, Shi Yi's sharp eyesight was very good.
In fact, both Lu Dai and Yi Yi are capable people. But this time, Lu Dai chose to protect himself and just kept the lid on.
This is everyone's way of doing things.
Lu Xuan said in a deep voice: "I heard from Kuai Qing that when he was the governor of Xuzhou, you were the chief secretary, handling documents for Kuai Qing, and assisting him in handling Xuzhou's government affairs?"
Shiyi replied respectfully: "It is all because of Prime Minister Kuai's promotion and training that I am what I am today. It is a pity that I am stupid and have not made any political achievements."
Lu Xuan praised: "This time about Xuzhou's military business, you discovered the problem from the beginning, argued with Lu Dai, and hoped that Lu Dai would report to the court so that the court and cabinet could make a decision. This shows that you are very discerning.
Well done.”
Shiyi said humbly: "Your Majesty praised me, but I didn't stick to my point of view. I feel ashamed of your Majesty."
Lu Xuan said: "I have dealt with Lu Dai's problem and demoted him to the post of governor of Zhuya County in Jiaozhou. He is about to leave for his post. However, Xuzhou cannot be without someone who presides over it. I think you are good. Next, you will temporarily take over Xuzhou's post.
The governor acted, took full charge of the overall situation of Xuzhou, and brought order out of chaos."
"My lord, I obey!"
Yesi answered immediately.
His calm heart suddenly stirred up, and he suddenly became happy.
His chance has come.
Shiyi served as the chief administrator of Xuzhou for many years. Many county magistrates he met became prefects. Many people he met were promoted one after another.
However, he is still the chief registrar of Xuzhou.
Here in Xuzhou, there is an iron-clad Xuzhou chief secretary and smooth officials. Shiyi once thought about whether it would always be like this in the future. However, he was promoted and trusted by Kuai Liang, and he also had guidance from Kuai Liang, so he has been working conscientiously.
Now, the opportunity has finally come.
Lu Xuan ordered: "The first thing you do when you take office is to immediately issue a notice outside Xiapi City in the name of the Governor's Office. Tomorrow at noon, I will execute all officials and personnel involved in the case outside the South Gate."
"I obey!"
Ye Yi answered again.
Previously, he heard the news that people were being arrested everywhere in the city. The Cao family was arrested, the Zhao family was arrested, and batches of officials and generals involved in the case were arrested. In fact, many generals in the army were directly arrested.
put to death.
Under this premise, it is reasonable for the emperor to execute countless corrupt officials.
Moreover, only by executing officials can people feel at ease.
This is the only way to resolve public outrage.
Shiyi bowed respectfully to Lu Xuan, then turned around and left, going directly to the Governor's Mansion. When he arrived at the Governor's Mansion, Lu Dai was still packing and preparing to leave Xuzhou to take up his post.
When Shiyi saw Lu Dai, he cupped his hands and said, "Prefect Lu!"
Lu Dai looked at Shi Yi and instantly understood Lu Xuan's adjustment.
Apparently, arrangements were made for Shi Yi to take over.
Lu Dai smiled helplessly and said with emotion: "My dear brother, if I had listened to your suggestion and reported to the court, the result would not be what it is now. It seems that you are the right candidate for the governor of Xuzhou."
"No, Governor Lu is more than enough to serve as governor of a state."
Shi Yi shook his head and said in a deep voice: "Prefect Lu made a mistake, or he didn't judge clearly on one thing."
Lu Dai cupped his hands and said, "Please enlighten me."
Shi Yi said sternly: "In the Ming Dynasty today, His Majesty is the most respected one. Your Majesty will not tolerate any treacherous people, nor will he allow the place to be turbulent. In His Majesty's case, any matter will be dealt with directly, and you will even kill it first and report it later. As long as the problem can be solved,
It’s not a problem.”
"Your Majesty is the founder of the country and cannot be arranged by common sense. In this case, Governor Lu was too conservative and too timid. When you go to Zhuya County to take up the post, you should take drastic measures. This is what Your Majesty expects."
Lu Dai felt his body tremble.
He figured it out instantly.
At this moment, Lu Dai seemed to be enlightened. He cupped his hands and said: "Listening to your words is better than ten years of reading. This is my wise brother's advice. I will keep it in mind. You came at the right time. I have just packed it up. In addition, my
My family is a little slower and they are still cleaning up. They are going back to their hometown, so please be patient."
"I'm not in a hurry, just let them take care of it slowly."
Shiyi looked at Lu Dai and said, "In that case, I'll give Governor Lu a ride."
Lu Dai said: "No need."
Shiyi said firmly: "Except for the conflict between me and Governor Lu because of military business matters, there are no other conflicts in governing the place. It can even be said that I learned from Governor Lu in terms of governing the place.
I’ve received a lot and benefited a lot, so it’s only natural to give one away.”
Lu Dai smiled and said, "Thank you very much."
He waved and walked out with his entourage.
Shiyi personally escorted Lu Dai out of the house, and his expression turned serious as he watched Lu Dai get on the carriage and leave. He and Lu Dai were just gentlemen, there was no conflict, and they would not do anything to add insult to injury.
After Shiyi sent Lu Dai away, he summoned some of the remaining assistant officials in the governor's office and quickly arranged for someone to issue a notice, arranging for Lu Xuan to personally execute the corrupt officials.
Notices were posted, and government officials beat gongs and drums to inform.
For a time, Xiapi City was boiling.
Originally, when officials, big families, and businessmen were arrested, the people were already excited. Now, with the notice clearly posted that all corrupt officials will be executed at noon tomorrow, the people are even more excited.
Many people rushed to tell each other, and the news was constantly passed on, so that the people in the city were excited, looking forward to killing all corrupt officials tomorrow.