Promotion and fortune in Song Dynasty

The memorabilia submitted by Lu Ci was quickly sent to Bianjing by the official hand, and then into the hands of Wang Dan.

Although Wang Dan is in everything, he still values ​​Lu Ci, a talent that he has spent a lot of time protecting.

So among the many memoirs, he took the lead in choosing Lu Ci's one, and read it intently by the bright candlelight.

After reading, he rubbed his sore brows, but the corners of his lips raised slightly, revealing a gratified smile.

——Based on this memorial alone, he could see that Lu Ci not only lived up to his expectations, it could even be said that he might have underestimated the other party's ability.

Originally, Lu Ci won three yuan, and was directly appointed by the officials to enter the pavilion. He was also able to save books in the fire, and made great contributions. He was promoted to Prince Sheren and household member Wailang.

A man who is not as weak as a crown is easy to be arrogant, and the road is smooth and smooth, showing his sharpness, and he is more prone to arrogance when he is favored.

When inviting Lu Ci to visit, Wang Dan was already prepared for the other party to be ungrateful.

Unexpectedly, Lu Ci not only understood his intentions, but when he rode his horse to the distant Fenzhou alone away from the scenery of Bianjing, he always smiled slightly, showing no reluctance.

After going there for several months, Wang Dan didn't hear much news, only knew that he had taken office.

Just when he guessed that Lu Ci might have seen the prosperity of Bianjing, and was impatient with the poverty of the place and the complicated work, the other party tossed out such a melody that caught his eye.

Being neither arrogant nor impetuous, being in power and pursuing politics is the most commendable thing.

When he was in Beijing, Lu Ci's performance was calm and introverted, a lot more low-key and humble.

In contrast, after arriving in Fenzhou, he has shown a bit of courage to be alone in the sea and the sky.

Wang Dan was pleasantly surprised, and his mood was lifted a bit.

After he put this memorial aside alone, he continued to read the notebooks from other places.

By the time he had looked over everything, it was already midnight.

If it were more than ten years ago, Wang Dan would have to endure for a while longer.

But as he got older and became sick from overwork, he also felt that his health was getting worse, so he didn't dare to be brave, so he washed up a little under the service of his servants, changed his clothes and went to bed.

In the early court, Kou Zhun's faction was still fighting with Wang Qinruo's faction, quarreling over trivial matters among the opponent's party members, and the officials showed lack of interest and yawned profusely.

Wang Dan looked at his nose, nose, and heart, like a clay puppet. He had no intention of participating in it, but a faint sadness emerged in his heart.

Whether it's a farce in Tianshu, or the struggle between Kou Zhun and Wang Qinruo, because His Majesty, who is truly capable of controlling the situation, chooses to condone or acquiesce, he can only accept it silently.

Over the years, he has gone all out to cooperate on the surface, and then he has doubled his efforts and energy afterwards to make up for the mistakes he was forced to make before, and to stabilize the court and the world conscientiously.

However, when manpower is limited, age is also limited.

Wang Dan vaguely realized that he was about to run out of energy and was at the end of his strength.

The reason why he did not hesitate to attack Thunder and beat everyone including Kou Zhun by surprise was that he insisted on persuading the emperor to agree to treat Lu Ci like Bianjing, who was "exiled" from the core of power, and stay away from this unknowingly continuous battle. The reason for the long fight is precisely because of this eagerness.

He was too eager to find a young talent who could take over from his true will all along, and even improve to a higher level, to continue to fill this hole.

Once, he put his hope on Kou Zhun, but in the end he only got disappointed.

However, the one who made the choice was himself in the final analysis, so Wang Dan was unwilling to blame Kou Zhun any more.

But after learning this lesson, and switching to Lu Ci, Wang Dan knew the importance of moving quickly.

He wasn't worried about Kou Zhun's feelings who would definitely misunderstand his intentions, but was purely jealous of Wang Qinruo's tricks.

Li Zonger, a Hanlin scholar who was slandered and framed by him, has learned from the past. He not only hates this vicious villain who loves doing things that hurt others but also takes precautions to the extreme.

——For such a situation, if you want to blame it, you have to blame him for not listening to what Li Hang said!

Wang Dan lowered his head, gave a very light wry smile, then collected his expression, resumed his usual solemn appearance, and brought a bunch of memorials that had no chance to be displayed in the morning court, and all went to see his majesty after the court was over.

"The Prime Minister is here."

Seeing that it was Wang Dan who came, Zhao Heng reluctantly put down the Taoist scriptures in his hand, gave him a seat, and coughed lightly: "Speak."

Wang Dan pretended not to hear the official's absent-mindedness, and solemnly pushed Lu Ci's memorabilia on top of it gently: "This melody was written by Yu Yu. After reading it, I couldn't help but sigh, Although he is still young, he already knows the difficulties of governing the state."

"Oh?" After hearing Lu Ci's words, Zhao Heng, who was just trying to cheer up to deal with Wang Dan, really became interested: "I want to see, the Lu Sanyuan I ordered personally, What exactly was written?"

The emperor's interest was aroused just as Wang Dan expected.

Seeing that everything was going well, Wang Dan just smiled and waited quietly.

The move he made Lu Ci go was a retreat, even if it was difficult for others to see the mystery, it was indeed not a bad move.

Leaving Beijing to serve as an official in another place, what I fear most is nothing more than being silent, being forgotten by the officials, and losing my honor.

Or the memorabilia was obstructed by someone with a heart, and it was difficult to reach the sky to listen to it.

But with Wang Dan in control and sitting firmly in the court, it is impossible for these two frequent situations to occur.

At the beginning, it took Wang Dan a lot of effort to persuade the officials who liked Lu Cizheng to agree to send him abroad, but fortunately he gave the right example.

Hearing that Wang Dan revealed the fact that Emperor Taizong intended to relegate Kou Zhun back then, Zhao Heng's secret worry was really hit.

The late emperor held Kou Zhun in high regard, who was still young and vigorous at that time, wasn't he more important than he was to Lu Ci?

What kind of bullshit has all this made?

When Zhao Heng thought of Kou Zhun's eye-catching example, he was completely relieved and agreed to release Lu Ci to serve as an official in other places.

It's just that the past few months have passed, and with the occasional reminders from Wang Dan, Kou Zhun and others, Zhao Heng can't help but have some concerns about the rare Sanyuan Jidi and Lu Ci who was single-handedly picked up by himself.

Wang Qinruo deliberately attacked Lu Ci.

However, Lu Ci was clearly demoted and actually demoted to other places to be an official. In the eyes of His Majesty, it was the time when he was most wronged.

If you pursue it fiercely, it will easily have the opposite effect.

The result of Wang Qinruo's deliberation is to wait for the opportunity to move.

Wang Dan has been secretly observing Wang Qinruo's movements, seeing that he is not moving, he has not let down his vigilance at all.

Zhao Heng only half knew about the thoughts of his subordinates, and he didn't care much about them.

If it is said that he was serious at the beginning, it was all because Lu Ci gave him a good impression. When he actually read it, he was completely amazed by the content with clear layers, clear order, sufficient evidence, careful planning and ease of use.

"Nurture talents and use them as funds for the rise of peace at different times. The reason why they are loyal to the country..."

When he read something he liked, Zhao Heng couldn't help but read it out loud.

When he saw the end, he still had some long-lost thoughts, and said to Wang Dan with a smile: "Wang Xiang has always been humble, but don't be as humble as Taotie! This memorial, in my opinion, is very well written. Not so good!"

But Wang Dan didn't agree, and just said with a straight face: "If you show your sharpness too much, you will be suspected of being eager for quick success."

At this time, Zhao Heng found Lu Ci very pleasing to the eye. After hearing what Wang Dan said, he subconsciously retorted: "Wang Xiang has lived a long time, but Lu Zhizhou is only ten after the new year..." He paused Suddenly, I really remembered: "Eight, it is the time when you are young and vigorous, why should you be lifeless and cautious? It is the uprightness of daring to do something that is worthy of joy."

After speaking, fearing that Wang Dan would persuade him again, Zhao Heng simply approved the memorandum.

Wang Dan had a serious face, but now that the dust had settled, he couldn't help but heaved a sigh of relief.

——It can be regarded as a success.

After dealing with the memorabilia, Wang Dan didn't stay any longer and left quickly.

As soon as he came out with his front feet, the one who came in with his back feet was Wang Qinruo who had heard the news.

Because Wang Qinruo was the best at flattering Shangyi and trying to figure out the emperor's heart, when Zhao Heng saw him, he was happier than seeing Wang Dan.

Without waiting for Wang Qinruo to strike from the side, he directly uttered Lu Ci's memorial that won his heart.

Wang Qinruo couldn't help frowning.

Why, this Wang Dan only kicked Lu Cinian out of the capital in the last step, why is he trying to win the Sacred Heart for him now?

He thought about it for a while, and seeing that the emperor was still looking excited, he pretended to be loyal and worried, and said coldly: "In my opinion, Lu Zhizhou is new to his post, and the things he mentioned should be gradually advanced, rather than drastic and radical. , there is a suspicion of quick success."

However, to Wang Qinruo's surprise, the officials who had always liked him did not buy it this time.

Zhao Heng frowned, noncommittal to the words, but then Wang Qinruo was stunned by the order he issued in a completely cold tone: "Okay, okay, I'm still busy, so you can step back."

When Wang Qinruo was shocked, he could only retreat in embarrassment.

He had no way of knowing, but just a moment ago, Wang Dan vaccinated the officials in advance.

Being poured cold water by Wang Dan and Wang Qinruo one after another, Zhao Heng was not happy after all.

Fortunately, the memorial has been approved.

As soon as the emperor was not happy, he began to look for trouble.

Kou Zhun and Wang Qinruo, who were arguing in full swing, he did not move, but he personally added a few strokes to the pursuit of responsibility for the fire in Prince Rong's mansion.

The hundreds of people who should be implicated according to the law, since he has issued an edict of guilt, let him go.

The King of Rong, Zhao Yuanyan, cut off the title of Jiedushi and was downgraded to "Duanwang".

The real culprit, Mr. Han, who was afraid of the incident of stealing the bracelet, was ordered to be investigated and dealt with strictly.

As soon as this edict came out, it also meant that the follow-up effects of the fire had come to an end completely, and the main culprit was severely dealt with, so many people applauded.

Even the most benevolent Wang Dan felt that the death of this maid was more than justified.

It is difficult for Lu Ci, who is far away in Fenzhou, to know the ups and downs in Beijing.

And the memorial, which was personally approved by His Majesty's royal pen, arrived in Fenzhou soon along with many rumors.

At this moment, Lu Ci was busy being put on hold by him for a while, and he was the most raised among the 'three most' in the exam.

——Screen out traitors and thieves, people will find a safe place, relieve poverty and poverty, and will not be displaced.

The author has something to say: Notes:

1. Li Zonger, a Hanlin scholar:

In the fifth year of Song Dazhong Xiangfu, Wang Dan wanted to promote Li Zonger, a Hanlin scholar, to be the deputy prime minister for political affairs in view of his serious work and outstanding business.But Wang Qinruo, who knows nothing, found out.It happened that night.

So Wang Qinruo said to the emperor, "Your Majesty, let me make a bet with you that Li Zong'er is about to get rich, but in fact it is Wang Dan who is about to get rich, but the real truth is that the emperor is about to lose money."

He explained that it was Li Zong'er who owed Wang Dan a lot of money, and there was no way to repay it, but Wang Dan was still in a hurry to spend the money, what should I do?So Wang Dan wanted to use his power to promote Li Zong'e's official position and double his salary, wouldn't it be easy to pay back the money?But in the end, you are the one who suffers...

Zhao Heng was dubious.However, on the morning of the next day, Wang Dan really handed over the promotion report.

The consequences were serious. Wang Dan's impression points were deducted a little, because the points were too high, but Li Hanlin's dream of prime minister was stranded, and he died in the Imperial Academy ever since.What is especially frightening is that the vacant position of the political adviser cannot always be vacant, and there must be a person to take up the post.In this way, good luck fell out of thin air, and Ding Wei, the former envoy of the third division, got it.

At this moment, to sum up, what benefits does this matter have for Wang Qinruo?He spoofed Wang Dan and ruined Li Zonger, what exactly did he get?Looking back at history, he got nothing, he was still his privy envoy, and Ding Wei was never his man.This exposes his deepest nature - the villain.Harm others and benefit oneself. ("If This Is Song History 2")

2. The main culprit of the Rongwang Mansion fire:

A maidservant surnamed Han in Zhao Yuanyan's mansion stole several gold bracelets. Afraid that the master would find out, she set a fire and burned the treasury of Rong Wang's mansion to the death.But the effect was so good that it destroyed the treasury of the Great Song Dynasty.

Zhao Heng was cruel for a rare time. He reluctantly followed Wang Dan's advice and discussed the matter as it stands without implicating others (nearly a hundred people were exempted from escaping). ", but the main criminal Han was dealt with strictly.This greedy, ruthless and stupid woman was "ordered to cut off her hands and feet, to show it to the public for three days, and to be executed by Ling Chi." ("If This Is Song History 2")

3. Four most:

During the Ningzong Dynasty of the Song Dynasty, Wen Yishan was the most standard test for county magistrates. The "Four Goodnesses" inherited the "Four Goodnesses" of Shenzong, and modified and supplemented the "Three Mosts" at that time, changing from "Three Mosts" to "Four Most". The content of "The Best of Burial" is added;

The largest number of teeth in one's life; the increase in nationality, the entry into old age, and the collection of annotations, without losing the truth.

The second persuasion is the most important: farming and mulberry reclamation, water conservancy construction.

The most important of the three governance matters: there is no injustice in prison lawsuits, and there is no disturbance in urging the court.

The most important of the four burials is to eliminate traitors and thieves, so that people can find a safe place, relieve the poor, and prevent them from being displaced. Even if they are displaced, they can be lured back to work.

That is to say, Song Zhenzong's dynasty where Lu Ci belonged to has not come up with such specific examination standards, but due to limited historical data, I still misappropriated them.

Let me tell you now, it's good if you know what's in your heart

4. Although it has nothing to do with this chapter, I still can't help mentioning how Kou Zhun and Ding Wei became enemies - Kou Zhun was indeed a lunatic who made enemies everywhere in the later stage.

Ding Wei originally had a good relationship with Kou Zhun, and in the early days of Zhenzong, Kou Zhun repeatedly recommended Ding Wei in front of Prime Minister Li Hang.And Ding Wei himself, because of Kou Zhun's recommendation, was gradually reused by the court, so Ding Wei also respected Kou Zhun.

However, such a harmonious relationship was broken at a banquet.That day, in a building outside Bianjing City, there were singing and dancing. Kou Zhun, who had been reinstated as an official, was also in high spirits. Got it on his beard.

Kou Zhun didn't realize it at the time.But as Kou Zhun's confidant, Ding Wei saw it, and Ding Wei stood beside Kou Zhun, helping Kou Zhun clean up very carefully.

This kind of thoughtfulness is originally a small matter between the ministers to show the intimacy of the relationship.But Kou Zhun didn't appreciate it. In front of everyone, the outspoken Kou Zhun laughed at the ugly Ding Wei: "Participating in politics is an important minister of the country, how can he brush his beard for the chief."Ding Wei blushed instantly with shame, and he harbored a grudge against Kou Zhun ever since.

Attached is an incident when Kou Zhun was dismissed and relegated:

When he was acquainted with the Tianxiong Army in Shanzhou, an envoy from the Liao Kingdom passed by and came to visit the Prime Minister of the Southern Dynasty who was famous in the Northern Kingdom.They ate and drank as usual, but during the dinner, the envoy suddenly asked: "Mr. Kou, you are highly respected. Why didn't you become the prime minister and came to this remote place?"

The audience was shocked and angry, this was a blatant mockery, targeting Kou Zhun's scars!Under the watchful eyes of everyone, Kou Zhun laughed: "There is nothing serious in the imperial court. The world is peaceful in my Great Song Dynasty. Only the gate to the northeast is guarded by me, Kou Zhun, so I can rest assured!"

He fought back fiercely, with an eye for an eye, but Kou Zhun's heart was seriously stabbed.

("The Great Song Dynasty in Song Ci")