At dawn, Su Jin reluctantly got up from the bed full of fragrant and tender bodies. She spent the whole night having a wild and wild life, which exhausted Su Jin to death. It seems that having more women is not always a good thing. Sexual blessings are there.
, but my body can’t bear it.
Fortunately, this skin is very young. After taking a nap for an hour, although his back was slightly sore, he was in good spirits. Su Jin told himself that he had to exercise diligently and moderately, otherwise he would be like most people of this era.
Like many dignitaries, they will not live past their 60s.
The bodyguards and horsemen had already assembled and were waiting in line. Su Jin had washed up, ate two bowls of bird's nest porridge under Huan Niang's service, and then went out to get on the carriage. The bodyguards surrounded Su Jin's carriage and headed straight to the palace.
Outside the Daqing Hall, officials gathered together in twos and threes to talk and laugh. The atmosphere was quite relaxed. The war in the northwest was victorious, and the Emperor was very happy. For so many days, good news had continued, and the atmosphere in the entire court was much more relaxed; all the officials also
We relaxed a little, joking and joking with each other.
As soon as Su Jin appeared in the square in front of the Daqing Hall, all the officials stopped talking and looked sideways. Looking at Su Jin's eyes full of envy, Su Jin smiled, nodded and clasped his fists, and greeted the officials.
In return, some people took the opportunity to chase after Su Jin and say flattering words.
Su Jin secretly lamented, now and then, once upon a time, he could only stand at the bottom of the court, and the officials were all indifferent. He never expected that today, he would enjoy the honor of being flattered.
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Han Qi, Fan Zhongyan and others were surrounded by a group of Privy Council officials asking questions. The two smiled at each other and answered word by word. But when they saw Su Jin coming, they quickly apologized and squeezed out of the crowd.
Walking towards Su Jin.
"Good morning, Mr. Su." Han Qi shouted with a loud voice.
"Hello Han Shuai! Hello Fan Shuai! I am the latest to come, sir. Please stop making fun of me." Su Jin cupped his hands and said with a smile.
"It's excusable, it's excusable. A breakup is better than a wedding. I heard that Mr. Su has many lovely wives and concubines in his family, so it's only human nature to wake up late." Han Qi winked and teased.
Su Jin rolled his eyes and said: "Both each other, Han Shuai is someone who has been here before and is very considerate. Thank you very much."
Fan Zhongyan chuckled and said: "You two are fighting cocks, and you will fight each other when we meet; but Mr. Su, you have wronged Han Shuai this time. Han Shuai and I went to the palace to meet the emperor last night, and the emperor left me to discuss it until the second watch before returning.
Not as comfortable as you."
Su Jin said: "Your Majesty is really incapable of caring about people. The two adults are so tired from traveling and traveling. We agreed to let them go home to rest for the night, but then they invited the two adults into the palace. I will write a report on this matter after I go to court."
Fan Zhongyan was stunned and said: "You are really nosy, how can you do this? Speaking of what we discussed last night, it is about you. I can't tell you what it is specifically, but I can tell you the truth. It is definitely
Good thing."
Su Jinxin said: You don't have to say this? I have fought through life and death and won battles. How can the court not give me a reward? It's just a big or small reward, so naturally it must be a good thing.
While they were talking, Ouyang Xiufubi and others also gathered around. After a few polite greetings, the servants opened the door of Daqing Hall and loudly announced that they were going to court.
The officials filed into the palace, and Su Jin habitually stood at the end. Fan Zhongyan and Han Qi were not in the front. Some people persuaded Su Jin, Fan Zhongyan, Han Qi and others to stand forward, but the three of them did not want to go offside and just insisted on standing.
Not moving in place, everyone had to stand behind them, leaving a large area in front of the hall empty. The area from behind Su Jin to the door was crowded.
Du Yan and Xia Song looked at each other, and two words rolled through their minds: "Pretentious!"
General Huang Peisheng, the chief chamberlain, said hurriedly: "Today's morning court meeting is to reward the meritorious ministers in the northwest. The emperor has decreed that the three northwest envoys should stand in the front row. You don't have to be humble."
The three of them moved forward and stood in the second row. They refused to stand shoulder to shoulder with Yan Shu, Du Yan, Xia Song and others in the first row. Huang Peisheng persuaded the three of them with a few words and then gave up.
Su Jinyou looked around, but did not see Lu Yijian's figure. It seemed that the old guy was too old to move, or he was unwilling to attend today's occasion.
When the time came, Zhao Zhen, dressed in fine clothes, quickly walked out of the side hall and ascended the throne. After all the officials had paid their respects, Zhao Zhen said with a smile: "My dear friends, today is my great day for the Song Dynasty. Everyone is smiling.
Manmian, you should know what a great joy this is, right?"
All the ministers said in unison: "I understand."
Zhao Zhen turned his head and looked at the row of civil servants on the left, frowned slightly and asked, "Why hasn't Prime Minister Lu arrived yet?"
Du Yan hurriedly stepped forward and said, "Your majesty, Prime Minister Lu is ill and is resting in bed at home. I order my ministers to confess to the emperor."
Zhao Zhen said with a displeased expression: "Yesterday, you were fine when you came out of the city with me to greet me. Why are you so sick today?"
Du Yan rolled his eyes and was about to speak when Xia Song hurriedly stepped forward and said, "We don't know the specific situation. I plan to pay a visit to you next time."
Zhao Zhen thought for a while and said: "That's fine. When you go, take my instructions with you so that Prime Minister Lu can be well and healthy. There is no need to attend the morning court. It would be best if the government affairs can be handled. If not, leave it to Jia Changchao and Zhang."
It's just like the two deputy prime ministers work together to deal with it; also ask the housekeeper to get some supplements and send them to me."
Du Yan and Xia Song looked at each other and hurriedly accepted the promise, but they knew in their hearts that Zhao Zhen was already very dissatisfied with Prime Minister Lu who often complained that he was ill and could not come to court. Whenever Prime Minister Lu did not want to attend an occasion, he would complain that he was ill and could not come.
, Zhao Zhennian, as a veteran of the two dynasties, always showed understanding and tolerance, but today's occasion is the most proud one since Zhao Zhen came to the throne. It is indeed a bit embarrassing for Lu Xiang to do this, and no wonder Zhao Zhen is dissatisfied.
"My dear friends!" Zhao Zhen glanced at the ministers and said with a smile: "You have already known about Weizhou's great victory over the Western Bandits a few days ago, but today the three heroes of my battle returned to Beijing to attend court. I know that you must be very happy.
I want to hear the details of this battle. To be honest, I also want to hear it, so without further ado, I will ask the three dear friends to describe how this battle in the northwest defeated the 150,000-strong army of the Western bandits who invaded from the east and west.
How about it?"
The ministers started discussing enthusiastically and said one after another: "Your Majesty has great suggestions. I have long wanted to know how the three adults retreated from the enemy."
"Yes, let me tell you three adults. This battle greatly promoted the prestige of our country, the Song Dynasty. I suggest that all the details of this battle should be recorded in the annals of history to inform future generations."
"..."
Zhao Zhen looked at Fan Zhongyan, Han Qi, and Su Jin with a smile and said, "Tell me, my beloved, please tell me. I can't wait to hear it."
Fan Zhongyan and Han Qi looked at each other and said in unison: "This battle was planned by Mr. Su. We are just assisting and containing it. Mr. Su said it would be better."
Su Jin hurriedly waved his hand and said: "How to make it happen? The four northwest roads are originally one. If I don't have two adults to help me, the victory in Weizhou will be unpredictable. That's what Fan Shuai said."
Fan Zhongyan shook his head and refused. Su Jin asked Han Qi again, but Han Qi naturally refused. The three of you pushed me and I pushed you, but you didn't want to be in the limelight.
Zhao Zhen sighed: "I really admire the integrity of the three beloved ministers. This battle is such a great achievement, but they are not willing to take the credit. Such courage and courage are so precious. I want to show my respect to the three of you; this battle is the collaboration of the three of you.
There is no need for the three of you to refuse the merits of the war; let me appoint one person to narrate on behalf of the three of you. The war took place in Weizhou. Su Aiqing was on the front line of Weizhou.
"
Seeing that he had no choice but to shirk, Su Jin had no choice but to step forward and go out in line to salute Zhao Zhen. Then he bowed to Zhao Zhen like all the ministers and said: "Your Majesty, your lords, since I want to lower my rank to describe the course of the war, I have no choice but to lower my rank."
; But before that, I have to explain to you that the victory of a war is definitely not the result of one person; this war has its own merits.
The three divisions of the central government, including the emperor and the state government, all have their contributions, but the ones who deserve the most credit are actually not us, but the soldiers and civilians of our northwest. If there were no soldiers fighting to kill the enemy, and the people actively participating in the battle to help, it would be impossible to win.
It is more difficult than climbing to the sky; therefore, I have brought this section up, hoping that the emperor and all your lords will understand it."
Everyone nodded, and the cunning people couldn't help but admire secretly. Su Jin attributed the credit to the soldiers and the people, showing a gesture of not being arrogant about taking credit. Everyone knew that the common people made great contributions, but the emperor could not possibly blame dozens of soldiers in the northwest.
Ten thousand soldiers and civilians were rewarded, and the credit for the merits belongs to the general, but when he said it like this, it made people think that Su Jin was a good official who cared about the people, and it could be said that he wasted his money.
"You're so pretentious about your mother's legs!" Du Yan cursed in his stomach, but when he saw Zhao Zhen, Yan Shu and all the officials smiling and nodding, it was obvious that they had been fooled by Su Jin. Although he wanted to say a few sarcastic words, he still insisted.
To hold back.
Su Jin continued: "The victory of this battle is not so much a military victory, but a strategic victory. As far as I know, our Song Dynasty and the Western Bandits have already had a peace agreement. They have been in secret contact since years ago. The reason why they failed to reach an agreement
The conditions for the peace negotiation were because the Western thieves had harsh conditions, and we, the Song Dynasty, were unwilling to accept the harsh conditions of the Western thieves. This war took place under the premise that both sides wanted to negotiate a peace treaty. It sounds incredible, but it was bound to happen.
A great battle.”
Zhao Zhen was immediately aroused by Su Jin's words and said with a smile: "Why is it inevitable? Both sides don't want to fight. The leader of the thieves, Yuan Hao, brazenly led an army to attack. I'm a little confused."
Zhao Zhen's question was also a question shared by many officials present. Dozens of pairs of eyes stared at Su Jin, waiting for his explanation.
Chapter 810 The Minister of Great Contribution (1)