After the court dispersed early the next day, Su Jin felt it necessary to visit Fan Zhongyan, Han Qi, Fu Bi and others. Although there seemed to be some grudge between him and them, the grudge was not caused by himself, and Su Jin would not let those famous ministers treat him unkindly.
They are both cold and indifferent, and these people are helpful to me.
The Privy Council is directly in front of the Hall of Wende and belongs to the front garden of the palace. Although Su Jin has been to the palace many times, he has never been there once because Du Yan, Xia Song and others have always controlled the Privy Council.
Jin didn't even have the chance to stay here.
However, the Privy Council is not a tall and strict yamen. It looks like an ordinary house. There are 37 rooms in total. The front is a lobby similar to a yamen, the middle is the office area of each room, and the last is the Privy Council.
and the offices of the Deputy Privy Councilor and the warehouse where various documents and files are stored.
When Su Jin stepped into the gate of the Privy Council, he was immediately recognized by the clerks in the lobby in front. Now in the Song Dynasty, Su Jin can be regarded as a famous figure. The number one scholar Su Jin, who was both civil and military, quickly became a star in politics.
Rising stars naturally become the best talking points for officials in major government offices during their free time.
Seeing Su Jin, a junior official hurriedly came forward to greet him and salute him. Su Jin returned the courtesy and asked with a smile: "How many privy ministers can be in the Yamen?" [
The clerk said: "Privy Du has just gone out to inspect the manufacture of weapons and armor under the direction of the Ordnance Department. Several deputy privy ministers are coming into the public room to discuss matters."
Su Jin thought: Du Yan is now alone. The Privy Council doesn't even take him to discuss matters. Needless to say, Fan Zhongyan and others must be discussing reform matters, and Du Yan can't do it either.
The clerk led the way and took Su Jin into the courtyard. The clerk asked Su Jin to stand in the courtyard for a while and went to report on his own. Su Jin stood by the flower bed with his hands behind his hands, admiring the gorgeous peonies blooming on a tree, and listened.
Several people in the room burst into laughter, among which Han Qi's laughter was the most bold, but suddenly the laughter stopped abruptly.
"What's he doing here? If you go ask him to leave, just say I don't have time to wait." Han Qi's voice came.
"Han Shuai, don't be like this. You don't have to look at each other if you don't agree. Wouldn't it be disrespectful to do so?" Fan Zhongyan's quiet voice sounded.
Fu Bi also said: "Yes, Su Jin is considered a capable official, and he did not oppose the changes. Besides, he was the first to propose the Ten Disadvantages of Policy. We still refer to his suggestions for many of our articles."
Han Qi said coldly: "So what? If you just talk and don't practice fake moves, who can't do it? Really doing it is the most important thing. I, Han Qi, don't like people who talk empty words. That's just the way I am."
Fan Zhongyan laughed and said something in a low voice. After a while, the clerk bowed and went out, walked up to Su Jin and said, "Several privy ministers, please come in."
Su Jin nodded and said, "Thank you very much." After saying that, he straightened his clothes and walked up the corridor to the door.
The door was open. Fan Zhongyan, Han Qi and Fu Bi were sitting at a table. They looked at the door. Seeing Su Jin appear, Fan Zhongyan, Fu Bi all stood up to greet her, while Han Qi sat still with a dark face.
"I'm sorry to bother you, sir. Su Jin is here to pay my respects." Su Jin bowed his hands and saluted.
Fan Zhongyan said with a smile: "Visitors are rare. Mr. Su has traveled all the way back to Beijing. He planned to pay a visit in person, but he was delayed due to numerous affairs. I asked Mr. Su to come first. I'm extremely sorry."
Su Jin smiled and said: "How dare you, how dare you, these gentlemen have a lot of things on their hands. If I hadn't been going back to Qinzhou in the afternoon, I wouldn't have bothered you at this time. I came here to see you and say goodbye."
Fan Zhongyan exclaimed, "Leaving so soon? How is the situation in the northwest?"
Su Jin said: "It's pretty stable. We are currently building seven or eight forts in the north of Weizhou. In addition, the spring planting is almost finished, and there are still a few ditches that have not been completed. I will urge them to complete the work when I go back, so as not to delay the rice."
of irrigation.”
Fan Zhongyan sighed: "You are indeed a practical person. There is Mr. Su in the northwest, and it will be restored to life soon. It is a good move for the emperor to transfer you to the northwest. Mr. Su's civility can make the people peaceful and diligent, and his martial arts can deter the Western thieves. It's true.
He is a rare pillar of talent in our Song Dynasty."
Su Jin smiled and said: "No, you guys are the ones who do big things. I can't do big things, I can only do the chores at hand."
Fu Bi had a complicated expression and pointed to a chair and said, "Master Su, please sit down. I will order tea."
Su Jin bowed his hand and thanked her, and sat on the chair, which was facing Han Qi. Looking at Han Qi's stinky face, Su Jin felt a little embarrassed.[
"How is Master Sansi? Mr. Su is going to pay a visit, right? Master Sansi will go to court in three days." Fu Bi asked apologetically.
Su Jin said: "I've been there, and I do have some minor ailments, but it's nothing serious."
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"Did Mr. Sansi scold me?" Fu Bi asked.
Su Jin smiled and said: "Of course there will be complaints. Although he has different political opinions, he is the father-in-law of the rich brother after all. At any time, he must abide by the usual etiquette. The rich brother should also visit him."
Fu Bi frowned and said, "I don't know the courtesy of Gang Chang. I was scolded by him several times when I went there. All the gifts he asked Yangcha to bring were thrown on the street by him. Lord Sansi has a very bad temper."
Su Jin chuckled and said, "Whatever you have in mind, it's up to Mr. Sansi to do what he wants."
Fu Bi nodded and said, "That's right..."
Han Qi interjected in a cold voice: "It turns out that Mr. Su, who is wise enough to protect himself, is here to lecture others. Why should I be so free to come here?"
Su Jin cupped his hands and said: "How dare you, Han Shuai misunderstood. Brother Fu mentioned me and only said a few words. I am indeed here to meet some adults. Su Jin has been deeply supported and taught by these adults, and he has always regarded these adults as his teachers in his heart."
, I have prepared some small gifts for everyone when I return to Beijing this time, and I also came to say goodbye."
Han Qi said: "I don't dare to take that seriously. Mr. Su now knows how to keep a low profile and bide his time. You can't even invite me for such a big event in the imperial court. How can you think of us as your teachers?"
Su Jin frowned and said: "Han Shuai, I have made my position clear on the matter of change. Su Jin admires these adults for their dedication to the country and the people, but I do not agree with such radical measures. I would like to advise these adults again,
The reform should not be carried out too radically, but must be planned slowly. If you are too radical, you will suffer worse consequences. Su Jin is not a person who protects himself wisely. Han Shuai can go and investigate my past travels, Su Jin. I have only one principle in my actions.
No matter how difficult and dangerous the necessary thing is, never do something you know you can't do. In my opinion, that is an unwise move."
Han Qi changed his color and said: "You mean, it is unwise for us to work hard to find ways to make the Song Dynasty strong?"
Su Jindao: "It is indeed good to think about the country and the country of the Song Dynasty, but it also depends on when and what the situation is. The most urgent thing for the Song Dynasty now is to maintain its health. After several years of war and several famines, the people are extremely poor; after the reform,
Although it is necessary to do something, it needs to be done slowly and to take advantage of the situation. If you rush forward blindly, it may cause shock and panic to the government and the public."
Han Qi sneered: "When I heard this, I thought it was just what a timid old master said. You, a teenager, are so old and angry. You are not as good as Fan Shuai and I, who have known destiny for so long.
Human courage; knowing that there are many disadvantages, how can you sit back and ignore it? I misjudged you."
Su Jin said softly: "You will know in the future whether you saw me wrong or not; everyone has their own opinions, so I can only say this."
Han Qi laughed and said: "This is what is called people who are different in different ways and do not work together. In this case, Mr. Su also needs to give some advice. We don't need your advice."
Su Jin smiled bitterly and said, "Okay, I'll just shut up."
The conversation between the two was full of tension. Fan Zhongyan didn't want to see such a situation, so he smiled and explained: "You two should take a break. They are all arguing about state affairs, and it's about right and wrong. But Mr. Su, I have to tell you."
We have indeed missed this good show. Your Majesty is determined to change the law. This is a rare opportunity. It is the time for us and other ministers to show their talents. Looking forward and backward will not achieve great things."
Su Jin was silent, and Fan Zhongyan picked up a few pieces of paper from the case and sent them to Su Jin and said: "Master Su, please take a look at the provisions of the reform we have drafted. Soon these provisions will be made public to the world and implemented; many of them are related to yours."
The views on the Ten Disadvantages of Policy are similar; I know that you really want to change the shortcomings of the imperial court, don’t you want to see with your own eyes that what you want in your heart is realized?"
Su Jin looked at the densely packed reform clauses on the papers, and had mixed feelings in his heart. The reform was already imminent. At this time, no matter how much he tried to persuade him, it would be useless. The matter had already reached the final stage, but Su Jin understood
, the real counterattack is coming, Su Jin can only give one last reminder.
Su Jin stood up and cupped his hands and said: "Several adults are busy with their affairs. It is inconvenient for Su Jin to bother you too much, so he will leave now. Fan Shuai, Han Shuai, rich brother, reform is a good thing, but as the old saying goes: good things come when misfortune lies ahead.
You should take good care of yourself, think twice before doing anything, and beware of the villain's hidden intentions. Once this clause is implemented, it will offend a lot of people. You adults should be mentally prepared, pay more attention to the emperor's words and deeds, and stop in moderation."
Fan Zhongyan smiled and said: "Thank you, Mr. Su, for reminding me."[
Su Jin could hear Fan Zhongyan's perfunctory tone, so he stood up and said goodbye. Han Qi's voice came from behind him: "Master Su, please take back whatever gift you sent to my house, otherwise I will throw it away in the same way."
Outside the door."
Su Jin paused for a moment and did not look back. He just said softly: "Han Shuai can throw it away if he wants. Su Jin just wants to express his respect and respect. It doesn't matter."