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Chapter 551 Take office at Dali Temple

Dali Temple is located between Shichahai and the imperial city, facing the downtown area in the south and surrounded by water in the northwest. Therefore, people in the temple usually go through the corner gate on the east side for convenience.

But Chen Zhao took office today, and he was the second in command, so he couldn't go in and out through the corner door.

So early in the morning, more than a dozen officials and servants stood at the entrance of the east street, with their necks propped up and their eyes wide open. Whenever they saw the carriages and horses of rich and noble families, they greeted them with salivating faces.

In this way, in line with the principle of killing by mistake, no one is spared, and I don't know how many misunderstandings have arisen because of it. The smiles of the leading subordinates are numb, but they still dare not relax at all.

After all, the shadow of a man's famous tree is also a Jinshi of the new department. Chen Zhao is not those weak scholars, but a famous quiet street tiger. , I am afraid that I do not know how to die.

Dali Temple is a judiciary, not the Jinyiwei gang of soldiers, so Chen Zhao didn't show any prestige.

But instead of riding a horse like before, he came to Dali Temple in a carriage.

First, Master Cheng Rixing went over and negotiated the reception, and soon two officials came to pay their respects.

"The prime minister of the Zuo Temple, Yu Huaide/The prime minister of the Zuo Temple, Wang Haigang, led the whole Zuo Temple to welcome you to the yamen.

Chen Zhao opened the curtain of the car, and saw two officials leading a group of subordinates bowing to salute.

Immediately smiled slightly, jumped out of the carriage easily, first helped Huaide and Wang Haigang up, and then smiled to the others: "My lords, please get up quickly, I have always been informal, as long as it comes from a public heart, there are no taboos—— After I have been an official in the same office for a long time, you will know my temper."

Although he said it was gentle and rainy, none of them really dared to 'informal', and obeyed obediently, and then welcomed Chen Zhao into Dali Temple like stars holding the moon.

When they arrived at Zuo Shaoqing's exclusive courtyard, everyone paid a visit by their names one by one.

The number of officials under Zuo Shaoqing's name may not surpass Jin Yiwei Tongzhi in number, but those with official ranks far exceed them.

The leader is naturally Yu Huaide, the prime minister of Zuo Temple, the fifth rank.

Further down are the chief Wang Haigang of the Zuosi Temple of the sixth rank, the deputy of the Zuosi Temple of the sixth rank, two chief judges of the seventh rank, and four secretaries of the ninth rank.

It took less than half an hour for the long list of official titles and names to be introduced, and then each of them reported the errands they were originally responsible for.

Chen Zhao spoke some friendly official words again, and was about to ask clearly where the experience department in charge of document printing was, so that he could go and formally verify the official status in person.

Then a green-robed official stepped in and said respectfully: "Si Lan Yongli, who has a humble job experience, has seen your lord, and your seal has been prepared. When is it convenient for you to check it?"

Tsk tsk, this feng shui turns, 30 years in Hedong, 30 years in Hexi.

Thinking back when Chen Zhao took office in Lin Ruhai's territory, a mere experience officer patrolling the Yan Yushi Yamen dared to shake his face, but now everyone in Dali Temple is fearful, for fear of leaving a bad impression in front of him.

The reason is of course not because Chen Zhao is a new scholar, but because of the reputation of the "Quiet Street Tiger" of fellow intellectuals Jinyiwei!

Of course, no matter how you say it, the Yamen of Dali Temple is also a powerful department of the imperial court, and Chen Zhao will not think that he is a newcomer just because he has cleaned up the Jinyiwei, and he will follow what he says.

After passing through the scene, he got up and confessed to everyone: "My lords have some official business, you might as well go and get busy first, let me pay my respects to Mr. Ting Wei, and then come to ask you for advice."

Ting Wei is the respectful title for Dali Temple Qing, just like the Minister of the Ministry of War is respected as the Great Sima.

Surrounded by the sound of "dare not" and the crowd, Chen Zhao was led by Huaide out of the Zuo Temple and went straight to the main hall in the center.

"Hahaha……"

The timing was just right, as soon as Chen Zhao walked up to the steps, he heard hearty laughter from inside, and before the laughter fell, two red-robed officials came out to greet him.

The first person was tall, with a round complexion, bare eyes, and a short beard under his chin. It was Zhou Tingdong, the Shaoqing of Dali Temple.

As for the elegant middle-aged man behind him who was a little slower, it must be Cao Shizeng, the You Shaoqing of Dali Temple.

That Zhou Tingdong walked down the steps quickly, cupped his hands first and said: "I used to meet Chen Shaoqing in the imperial city, but I didn't expect that you and I can be officials together today, it is really fate!"

Chen Zhao hurriedly returned the gift, and said with a smile: "Your Majesty Tingwei was joking, you have been in charge of all the prisons in the world for five years, reviewed cases, rehabilitated unjust prisons, and have the reputation of 'Zhou Qingtian'. As a late student, Chen can It is a great honor to cooperate with adults.”

As he said that, he bowed his hands to Cao Shizeng: "This is Cao Shaoqing? I have heard for a long time that 'the world's laws are more proficient than Cao Shizeng', and Chen, a new scholar, was suddenly promoted to an important task. I am afraid that he will have to ask Cao Shaoqing for advice in the future. "

When Chen Zhao was in charge of the salt administration in Yangzhou, he dealt with the Ministry of Household Affairs. When he went to the capital to rectify Jinyiwei, he was directly under the jurisdiction of the emperor, so he never dealt with the judiciary.

The words "Have been in charge of prison litigation all over the world for more than five years" and "There is no one more skilled than Cao Shizeng", these are all the information I got from Cheng Riching a few days ago while sharpening his guns in battle.

And although he was full of admiration on his face, he didn't really care much in his heart.

"Don't dare."

Master Cao gave a gentle smile, and said politely: "Cao is just a rotten Confucian who searched for chapters and excerpted sentences, how can he live up to the prestigious name of "Salt Merchant, Anshijing"."

Ha ha……

I'll just pretend I can't hear your sourness, and pretend you're modest.

Of course, Chen Zhao also knew that Master Cao used to belong to a technocrat, and he was not very proficient in dealing with the world, so there was no need to worry.

As for how he climbed to such a high position as You Shaoqing in Dali Temple, it is also easy to understand.

They all ran to make connections, so they have to do things again!

So this Cao Shizeng was revealed.

After greeting each other, Zhou Tingdong asked Chen Zhao to speak.

……

Chen Zhao started to make a special Dali Temple novice.

After just a few days of study and understanding, Chen Zhao has basically understood the specific functions of Dali Temple and the affairs that should be involved.

Speaking of which, Dali Temple is responsible for the review of criminal and prison cases.

Under normal circumstances, the Ministry of Criminal Justice is responsible for hearing the case, and Dali Temple is responsible for the review.

But this is Cao Shizeng's job, and Chen Zhao, as Zuo Shaoqing, is responsible for reviewing the years of fraud.

How should I put it, in Chen Zhao's view, the official documents of Dali Temple are too simple and rough, but basically there are only a few thin sheets of paper about the matters involved in the case, as for the specific reasons, motives, etc. Nothing, just as simple as the briefings of later generations.

I'm afraid it's not good!
Dali Temple has the final authority to review the case. With such a simple case file, how do you know if it was a misjudgment or wrong judgment? The integrity of the local government is really hard to make people feel at ease.

Chen Zhaojiu has lived in the world for a long time, and he has heard and seen too many things about the mutual protection of officials and officials, as well as the collusion between the government and local forces. It seems that such cases involving human life cannot be overemphasized, right?
So he summoned Zuo Shaoqing's officials and began to seriously discuss how to deal with related cases.

As a well-known quiet street tiger, Chen Zhao's gentle and elegant performance during this time quickly dispelled the fear of the officials below, and easily regained them.

It was different to have a younger brother to help. He quickly sorted out the work of Dali Temple and easily gained a firm foothold in Dali Temple.

……

However, it was a day of rest and spring rain, and Chen Zhao received Xue Pan's message.

Since attending Jia Lian's banquet that day, Xue Pan bowed down to Chen Zhao again, and kowtowed again, so he almost hugged Chen Zhao's thigh and cried to be his younger brother.

After all, he is Xue Baochai's older brother, so as long as he doesn't cause trouble, Chen Zhao will naturally not do anything to him.

If this guy is really motivated, Chen Zhao will not be stingy.

But the name of Xue Pan, the "dumb overlord", has spread throughout the capital, who knows how long he has been popular for?

But today is the holiday anyway, so fortunately, I had a drink with the Dumb King.

Anyway, the dandies headed by Xue Pan really know how to eat and play.

The place where Xue Pan treats guests is called Yue Lai Xuan.

It must have been developed by Yuelai Inn.

I found Yuelaixuan by car all the way, and just stood at the door, I heard the clang of the pipa in the yard, mixed with the sound of autumn rain, it didn't seem chaotic at all, but added a bit of lingering meaning.

Even in the capital city, it can be regarded as highly skilled.

And it seems a little familiar.

It should be Yun'er from Jinxiangyuan.

After the song ended, he laughed loudly and entered the courtyard: "You guys are really in a good mood. Listening to this song in this rainy day, you are really happy and contented, quite free and easy."

Amidst the laughter, Xue Pan, Jia Lian, Feng Ziying, Chen Yejun, and a young master they didn't know stood up together.

That young man has a handsome face and is dressed in white, showing the demeanor of a good young man in a troubled world.

It's just that the demeanor is not as free and easy as Feng Ziying.

Xue Pan smiled and said, "Brother Zishang is a distinguished guest, we people came here early, and we are waiting for you, a big man of the fourth rank."

While talking, Xue Pan, Jia Lian, Feng Ziying, Chen Yejun, the young master, and Yun'er who put away the pipa saluted Chen Zhao together.

Everyone laughed and entered the cabinet to sit.

During this period, Feng Ziying pointed to the strange son and said: "Brother Chen, this is Wing Chun Marquis Wei Ruolan, I have heard of your name for a long time, today I am destined to come and visit you."

That Wei Ruolan looked at Wen Ruo, but he was a bold man no less than Feng Ziying, took the initiative to pick up a glass of wine, and said, "I offer a glass of wine to Brother Chen."

Finished drinking it.

The others suddenly laughed.

"Drink, drink!" Everyone said in unison, enjoying themselves.

After three rounds of wine and five flavors of food, this Xue Pan's tongue grew too big, and he said to Chen Zhao: "Brother Zishang, my mother is very happy when she hears about what you did in the capital and that I met you. , I thought about setting up a banquet at home, and invited you to sit at home, I don’t know if Big Brother Chen is willing to condescend to go?”

I understand, the original purpose of Xue's big head today's banquet is here.

The next day, Chen Zhao went to Xue Pan's house on Zijin Street.

This Zijin Street was originally named because there is a Zijin Temple on this street, but because of the pleasing name, some wealthy merchants have settled here recently, and the word 'Zijin' has an additional meaning.

As early as more than ten years ago, Xue's family bought a courtyard with four entrances here for the purpose of staying in Beijing.

However, in these years, because Xue Pan's father died young, and Aunt Xue always liked to live with her elder sister and elder brother, hoping to have a caregiver on weekdays, so the house was vacant for a long time.

But Aunt Xue had a plan in mind, so she planned to move here, and asked Xue Pan to repair it a few years ago.

When Chen Zhao came to Zijin Street, he saw Xue Mansion's gold-plated door nails shining brightly in the sun from a long distance away.

When he got closer, he saw Xue Pan standing on the steps all in bright red, and he bowed to salute from afar: "Brother Zishang!"

(End of this chapter)