The strongest Marquis in history

Today, the intelligence agency has many eyeliners everywhere.In less than an hour, all the information about Zuo Yu and the situation of Zhang Zhou, the magistrate of Lantian County, were all transferred.

Chen Qinglong flipped through the pages quickly, and after he finished reading, he had a strange expression on his face.

no problem!

Zuo Yu, the servant of the Ministry of Officials, has no problem at all, and Zuo Yu even selected Zhang Zhou for the sake of the country.Zhang Zhou, the new magistrate of Lantian County, failed the imperial examination a year ago. At that time, Zhang Zhou did not pass the imperial examination. It was not because he had no talent, but because when he took the final imperial examination, he fell ill and fainted, so that his name was lost.

In desperation, Zuo Yu could only go to the local area and enter Lantian County as a small official.

Zhang Zhou failed the scientific examination, but in the county government, relying on his own talent, he went up step by step, and was appreciated by the previous Lantian county magistrate, and was finally promoted to the county magistrate of Lantian county.

After the previous Lantian County Magistrate was transferred to Chang'an to serve as the county magistrate, he recommended Zhang Zhou to Zuoyu.

Then, Zhang Zhou saw Zuo Yu.

In the end Zhang Zhou was appointed as the commander of Lantian County.

After reading the dossier, Chen Qinglong discovered an interesting phenomenon. It was about the relationship between Zuo Yu and Zhang Zhou. There was also a rumor that Zhang Zhou visited Zuo Yu in person and offered bribes.

In the end, only Zhang Zhou became the county magistrate of Lantian County.

"So it is, so it is."

Chen Qinglong muttered twice.

He said why the emperor suddenly investigated Zuo Yu and Zhang Zhou, the root cause was here.

This is a rumor.

Chen Qinglong pondered in his heart. When it comes to this situation, he still needs to investigate carefully and investigate Zhang Zhou's specific situation.Chen Qinglong arranged for someone to investigate Zhang Zhou. After learning about Zhang Zhou's situation, Chen Qinglong hurried to the palace.

Chen Qinglong saw Zhang Zhou in the main hall, and saluted: "Humble post, I pay my respects to Your Majesty."

Wang Qi nodded and said, "Tell me, what's going on?"

Chen Qinglong said: "Reporting to Your Majesty, according to the investigation by our Intelligence Bureau, there was no bribery between Zuo Yu, Minister of the Ministry of Officials, and Zhang Zhou, Magistrate of Lantian County."

"Zuo Yu, during his tenure as the Minister of the Ministry of Officials, was extremely clean and honest. Moreover, he was a workaholic. Most of the time, he spent most of his time in the office of officials. He even slept directly in the Ministry of Officials."

"Although Zuo Yu didn't serve as Minister of the Ministry of Officials for a long time, Zuo Yu has now become Zhu Shangshu's right-hand man and can handle many government affairs in place of Zhu Shangshu."

"About Zhang Zhou, magistrate of Lantian County, he was also a scholar who took part in the imperial examination a year ago. When he took part in the imperial examination, the content of the previous examination was excellent enough to be ranked in the top three. But in the last subject, he fell ill and fainted. So much so that he lost his name to Sun Shan."

"After Zhang Zhou failed the ranking, he entered the Lantian County Government and became a small official. Because Zhang Zhou was extremely capable, he was appreciated by the Lantian County Magistrate, promoted one after another, and became the county magistrate of Lantian County."

"This year, Lantian County did not pick up lost items and closed its doors at night, and its economy developed very well. Therefore, when the previous Lantian County Magistrate resigned, he recommended Zhang Zhou to Zuoyu."

"That's exactly the case. Zuo Yu personally summoned Zhang Zhou. After an interview, he recognized Zhang Zhou's ability and recommended Zhang Zhou to Zhu Shangshu. In the end, Zhang Zhou became the magistrate of Lantian County."

"Because of this matter, there are rumors outside that Zuo Yu has accepted bribes from Zhang Zhou."

"Actually, no."

"After Zhang Zhou took office in Lantian County, he reformed one after another. Today's Lantian County is the largest vegetable supplier in Chang'an City. In addition, the commercial development of Lantian County is very good. This is all Zhang Zhou's initiative."

Chen Qinglong said solemnly: "Your Majesty, this is the general situation."

Wang Qi nodded after listening.

Now that Chen Qinglong has made a clear investigation, everything becomes clear.What happened to Zuo Yu this time was that Mi Huang heard some rumors and thought he had a clue.Unexpectedly, Zuo Yu and Zhang Zhou were wronged.

Or, Mi Huang deliberately aimed at Zuo Yu, the official, or Zhu Shanchang, who was behind the official.

Wang Qi waved his hand and said, "Go down."

"I retire!"

Chen Qinglong bowed and saluted, then turned and retreated.

After Chen Qinglong withdrew, Wang Qi thought to himself, it is not a good sign that Mi Huang slanders people so wantonly now that he dares to slander people wantonly if he catches a trace of news. ,

Especially when Wang Qi thought of Wang Zongxi's words, he made a decision in his heart.

It's time to make adjustments.

The internal affairs of the DPRK and China must be changed.

Wang Qi thought about it for a while, then he had a general direction in his mind, and said: "Come here, call Zhu Shanchang to discuss the matter."

"Yes!"

The servant turned around and went down to deliver the order.

Wang Qi waited quietly, and after a while, Zhu Shanchang stepped in.Today's Zhu Shanchang, compared with the past, has long lost the youthfulness and immaturity of the past. He has followed Wang Qi for almost ten years, and he is already in his early thirties. He looks more majestic after growing a beard.

After Zhu Shanchang stood still, he bowed and said: "My minister Zhu Shanchang, I pay my respects to Your Majesty."

"sit!"

Wang Qi waved his hand.

After Zhu Shanchang thanked him, he sat down obediently.

Wang Qi said: "Zhu Qing, what do you think about Zuo Yu, the official servant of your official department?"

Zhu Shanchang wondered why Wang Qi asked, he thought for a while, and then said: "Reporting to Your Majesty, although Zuo Yu has not been serving as the Minister of the Ministry of Officials for a long time, Zuo Yu is extremely capable and a capable minister."

"He has been familiar with the affairs of the Ministry of Officials in a short period of time, and the suggestions he put forward are very feasible, meaningful and beneficial to the operation of the Ministry of Officials."

"Up to now, I have delegated authority to him. Except for important matters, he is allowed to directly decide many things before reporting to me. This person can be used a lot."

"It's very good to be capable and hardworking. Speaking of it, I'm not afraid of His Majesty's jokes. Even a humble minister doesn't work as hard as he does. Because Zuo Yu spends most of his time dealing with government affairs and deploying officials. work in the government office. Even sometimes, they just spend the night in the official department to rest."

Zhu Shanchang said: "It is very reassuring to use this person, but it is also very distressing."

Wang Qi nodded and said, "That's very good. You said that Zuo Yu should be appointed as Minister of the Ministry of Officials. Does he have the ability to do so?"

"Have!"

Zhu Shanchang answered decisively.

In his heart, he faintly became agitated.

He is now the Minister of the Ministry of Officials, although he is not the prime minister of Qi, in fact, he is performing the duties of a prime minister.Because he is the head of civil servants, all government affairs are arranged by him.

Now, Wang Qi said that if Zuo Yu took over, he would definitely be promoted.

Zhu Shanchang's mood stabilized, and he continued: "Your Majesty, Zuo Yu was also a capable minister in the local area in the past. He once served as the chief historian of Yuzhou and has rich experience in governing the local area. , and has accumulated a lot of experience. This person is more loyal to His Majesty, and I think it can be of great use."

Chapter 915 The Cabinet

Wang Qi said in a deep voice: "I am indeed planning to adjust the six ministers. Your official minister will step down and be handed over to Zuo Yu. Next, a cabinet will be formed, with six people tentatively. There are six ministers under the cabinet, and the head of the cabinet As the chief assistant of the cabinet, he presides over all government affairs."

"You are the first cabinet assistant."

"In addition to the chief assistant of the cabinet, one more person is selected to serve as the second assistant of the cabinet, who is specifically responsible for assisting the first assistant. The remaining four are to assist the first assistant and the second assistant in handling government affairs."

"The responsibility of the cabinet is to take charge of government affairs. As for the cabinet members, they all have their own division of labor and are responsible for different things. The specific things are arranged by the chief assistant of the cabinet."

"This is the next adjustment to the government affairs system."

After Wang Qi finished speaking, his eyes became sharper, and he said, "Zhu Qing, are you qualified to serve as the chief assistant of the cabinet?"

"The minister will live up to His Majesty's high expectations."

After Zhu Shanchang heard it, he was completely excited.

His chance has come.

The previous Zhu Shanchang was actually equivalent to a prime minister, but all along, he was only a minister of the Ministry of Officials, and his responsibilities were never determined.So he is doing the work of a prime minister, but he is not actually a prime minister.

Now that he has become the chief assistant of the cabinet, he is actually the prime minister, which determines his official position.

Wang Qi waved his hand and said, "Get up."

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

Zhu Shanchang stood up and asked again: "Your Majesty, where is the candidate for the cabinet's second assistant?"

Wang Qi asked: "Who do you think is suitable for serving as the second assistant to the cabinet?"

Zhu Shanchang said without hesitation: "Your Majesty, I think Mi Huang Mi Shangshu is suitable. He has served as the household secretary for many years and has sufficient experience. He is completely suitable as the second assistant."

"Not suitable!"

Wang Qi directly denied it.

Wang Qi said directly: "As Minister of the Ministry of Household Affairs, Mi Huang has made great achievements, so he should be transferred to the cabinet, but as a cabinet member, he can be responsible for part of the government affairs. The candidate for the cabinet's second assistant needs a mature and prudent person who can play a role in the cabinet. The role of the mainstay."

Zhu Shan said: "Who is the most suitable?"

Wang Qidao: "The candidate for the cabinet's second assistant should be Sima Chong."

"Sima Chong?"

Zhu Shanchang was very surprised when he heard it.

Sima Chong was once the prime minister of Shu.Its ability to govern government affairs is naturally no problem.Since the fall of the Kingdom of Shu and Sima rushed into the court, he was a loose official in the court and was never appointed alone.

Now, it is directly appointed as the cabinet assistant.

It really surprised Zhu Shanchang.

Of course, there is no problem with Sima Chong's ability.

In Zhu Shanchang's heart, there was some doubts.Because compared to Sima Chong, Mi Huang is actually the most suitable candidate. After all, Mi Huang is one of the six ministers and Wang Qi's direct confidant.

But now he is just an ordinary cabinet member, and Sima Chong, who has never been reused, is appointed as the post, which makes Zhu Shanchang feel puzzled, but Zhu Shanchang doesn't think much about it.

Zhu Shanchang said: "I would like to follow your Majesty's instructions, and I will make arrangements later."

Wang Qidao: "Sima Chong is the second assistant. He has little foundation and has no influence on you. However, he is also capable and can assist you. In today's Qi State, in terms of government affairs, you still need you to take power and govern in order to implement reforms."

After Zhu Shanchang heard this, he solemnly said: "Your Majesty is very kind, and I will go through fire and water, and I will never disappoint Your Majesty's high expectations."

After a pause, Zhu Shan said, "Your Majesty, where are the candidates for the other three cabinet members?"

Wang Qi said: "The Ministers of the Ministry of Punishments, the Ministry of Rites, and the Ministry of War have been transferred to the cabinet. The only remaining minister of the Ministry of Industry is still in office, and there is no need to make any adjustments."

Zhu Shan said: "I obey the order!"

Wang Qi said: "Go down."

"I retire!"

Zhu Shanchang turned around and left. After leaving the main hall, he went straight back to the official office.Zhu Shanchang immediately arranged for someone to notify Sima Chong first, so that Sima Chong could get ready.

Then, people were arranged to notify the Ministry of Households, the Ministry of War, the Ministry of Punishment, and the Minister of Rites to discuss matters. "

It didn't take long, and all the ministers arrived together.

After taking their seats one by one, Mi Huang looked at Zhu Shanchang with a cold face and a somewhat unfriendly expression, and said, "Zhu Shangshu, you called us together, and if you have anything to say, tell us quickly. Each of our departments has its own affairs. It's just the beginning of the new year. , all things have to be arranged, and I can’t get away.”

The rest of the people didn't get involved.

They all knew that Mi Huang had some opinions on Zhu Shanchang's handling of government affairs.

This matter, no one pointed out.

Just attend.

After all, Zhu Shanchang is the head of the hundred officials trusted by Wang Qi. He is in charge of government affairs and has great power.Mi Huang is also not simple, not only is the Minister of the Household Department, who holds the money bag, but also the identity of a foreign relative.

Zhu Shanchang's expression was as usual, he shook his head inwardly as he looked at the rather rebellious Mi Huang.

Perhaps, this is the reason why Mi Huang was not allowed to be the second assistant.Mi Huang is a little drifting, he has lost the original intention of serving in the past, but wants to seize power everywhere and build a team.

Zhu Shanchang said indifferently: "The reason you are all summoned is because His Majesty has just summoned this official, and the officials of the court will make major adjustments, especially when it involves the six ministers."

Hearing one by one, he suddenly became nervous.

All cheer up.

Including Mi Huang, the same is true.

In his heart, he felt a little weird.The reason is very simple. He personally exposed Zuo Yu and Zhang Zhou in front of Wang Qi, which logically should have affected the officials.The big adjustments that the DPRK and China are going to make are also aimed at Zhu Shanchang.

If Zhu Shanchang is punished, it should not be arranged by Zhu Shanchang.

How is it Zhu Shanchang?

A bad premonition suddenly appeared in his turbulent heart, wondering if some accident happened?

Or, the information he got was inaccurate.