Back to the Song Dynasty as a tyrant

The prince, Zhao Chen, is a gentle man, but every prince is missed by countless people, especially by countless political opportunists.

The characteristics of Li Chu in the Song Dynasty are also obvious. The prince does not command soldiers, and pays great attention to the cultivation of the prince's cultural accomplishment.

The so-called cultivation of cultural literacy is the thorough reading of Confucian classics and other sage books.

Only in this way can we get close to the scholars who govern the country.

Therefore, in history, there were actually very few competing for the throne among the princes of the Song Dynasty. Basically, the princes of the Zhao family can be described as gentle and elegant.

Including the prince too.

The deep-seated reason behind this phenomenon is the result of the game between the imperial power and the bureaucratic system in the Song Dynasty.

From the perspective of the system, the Song Dynasty's system is so sophisticated that in the imperial era, there is no one before or after.

The division of labor and checks and balances of the bureaucracy is second to none.

Since the Song Dynasty relied on literati to rule the country, it naturally does not need an emperor like Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, otherwise it will break the entire balance of power and bring many uncertain factors.

Just like the time traveler Zhao Ning.

Even he, a traverser, dared to do this when his country was subjugated. In a peaceful and prosperous age, he might not be able to move so fast.

Since the power structure of the Song Dynasty was so strict and cumbersome, the requirements for the crown prince naturally echoed this complete set of power arrangements.

After the crown prince ascended the throne, many specific matters of the country will be handled by civil servants, so there is no need to ask how outstanding personal talents and courage the Zhao officials of the past dynasties have.

In this way, the prince's character is naturally gentle.

If the current situation must be taken to a deeper level, the cultivation of Prince Zhao Chen is a moderate who was trained according to the model of the traditional prince of the Song Dynasty in the past.

Due to the extremely special national conditions of the Song Dynasty in the past few years, no one expected Zhao Ning's violent and bloody restructuring. The old school was caught off guard. At this time, it is normal for them to think of this prince under the traditional model one thing.

And from the perspective of power struggle, the move of the prince is indeed a very clever move.

Zhao Ning has the power to abolish the crown prince, but Zhao Ning cannot abolish the prince at will.

He is a tyrant, but not a fool.

"The prince is humble, filial, well-read poetry and books, and is a sage."

"Who is the prince's teacher?"

"He is the leader of today's official schools."

"Luo Congyan?"

"Yes."

"It seems that His Majesty still has high hopes for the Crown Prince." Wang Shoude mused, "But Luo Congyan is a New Deal faction, and His Majesty wants to train the Crown Prince to be a supporter of the New Deal."

"Indeed."

"Then, can the prince express his attitude towards the New Deal?"

Li Bingchen said: "I heard people say that when the prince was studying a few days ago, he also commented on the new policy of Gyeonggi Road the year before last."

"How to say?"

"The prince is in favor of equalizing the land and benefiting the people, but opposes the administration of indiscriminate killing."

Wang Shoude pondered for a moment, and said, "Are you serious?"

"It's absolutely true, we bought the crown prince's accompanying student, there is absolutely no mistake."

"So, does the crown prince disapprove of His Majesty's methods?"

"The prince did not express his intention clearly."

"So this year's Shaanxi pension case involved so many officials, what does the crown prince think about it?"

"The prince didn't make a clear statement."

"Why?" Wang Shoude was a little confused, "Since the prince has a different idea, why didn't he express it clearly?"

Could it be that the prince knows how to bear it?

A 14-year-old boy who knows how to endure?

Li Bingchen said: "We speculate that the prince's behavior is related to one person."

"Who?"

"Qin Hui."

Wang Shoude was startled, and said, "Qin Hui, Minister of the Ministry of Punishment?"

"Yes."

"Why did Qin Hui walk with the prince?"

"Qin Hui has a very close relationship with Luo Congyan in private, and it is not surprising that he has contact with the crown prince."

"This person is the main force of the New Deal faction. He kills people without blinking an eye. How many loyal ministers have been slaughtered by him!" Wang Shoude suddenly became angry.

In the past few years, more than half of the conservatives have been liquidated, all by Qin Hui.

As a result, many people couldn't even hate Zhao Ding, the leader of the New Deal faction, and turned most of their hatred to Qin Hui.

Wang Shoude said: "It's no wonder the prince knows how to endure. Qin Hui probably taught him these things. In this way, Qin Hui also wants to board the prince's boat."

"He doesn't just want to take the prince's boat. He has a close relationship with King Kang, and is Zhao Ding's confidant. He has contacts with people like Luo Congyan, and even Chen Yan and Chen Gui are willing to make friends with him."

As soon as he stopped like this, Wang Shoude broke into a cold sweat: "How dare you tolerate Qin Hui like this! Xu Han is about to retire. According to the current situation, Qin Hui is probably the one who can enter the East Mansion!"

"Impossible, Qin Hui is only 40 years old, how could he enter the middle hall at such a young age."

"Zhang Jun was 30 years old and served as a privy envoy, and Yue Fei is 27 years old this year. He is already a general of the town!" Wang Shoude said solemnly.

"Father said that it may be Wang Zonglian who can enter the political affairs hall. Handing in banknotes is of great importance. Now that Wang Zonglian has full power to implement it, Wang Zonglian is most likely to enter the middle hall."

"Don't get too entangled in this matter. Although Zhao Ding is a New Deal faction and our enemy, he is upright and has his own principles in his actions. Our talents have not been purged, but Qin Hui is ruthless. If he gains power, we will All must die!"

"What now?"

"Get the crown prince from Qin Hui."

"How to fight for it?"

"Didn't your father already write it clearly?"

Li Bingchen was stunned for a moment, then he came to his senses, and quickly asked again: "Father said that this matter involves the Tian family, so let the younger generation tell the story, uncle must be careful."

"I know that many people in Luoyang hate Qin Hui so much that they gnash their teeth. Now I'm not the only one who wants to touch him, and I have another plan. It can be a big deal. I need you to tell your father and make arrangements."

"The junior is stupid, please enlighten me."

"In the past, Emperor Renzong bestowed Duke Yansheng of Qufu on the orthodox bloodline of the Holy Academy. Although his position is not high, he is extremely honorable. If Duke Yansheng can be brought into Beijing and used by us, the prince will definitely have his heart for us."

Wang Shoude stroked his beard, and said with a proud face: "At that time, we will have the righteousness of the world in our hands, and we will respond to all calls. Let alone Qin Hui, what about the entire New Deal sect?"

When Li Bingchen heard it, Mao Sai suddenly realized, and immediately said: "Uncle is a great talent, I will go back to Beijing and tell my father."

"Go now, this matter is confidential and should not be passed on to the outside world. I will contact people of insight in Luoyang."

"Junior farewell."

On July 22, Qin Hui submitted the list of the first batch of persons to be dealt with in the pension case.

A total of one hundred and eight people.

Zhao Guan's family approved it.

In the afternoon of the same day, the execution ground outside the city was full of people, and the crime report was sent from the capital to Dasong 24 Road immediately.

For a time, the court and the opposition shook.

The newly appointed officials were all terrified.

My waist doesn't hurt anymore, my legs don't feel sore anymore, and my heart almost stops beating!

The efficiency of doing things suddenly became higher.

However, this incident has caused a new round of internal conflicts to erupt.

Chapter 418 Qin Hui Was Assassinated (Second Change)

In the evening, after the affairs of the execution ground were dealt with, the people below reported to the Yamen of the Ministry of Criminal Justice. Qin Hui did not leave the Yamen of the Ministry of Criminal Justice until all the checks were completed, ready to go home.

When they reached the door of the house, Qin Hui got out of the carriage, and suddenly five young people rushed out, rushing towards Qin Hui frantically.

Two of them walked like flying, held daggers, and shouted angrily: "Death to the traitor!"

One of them raised his dagger and stabbed at Qin Hui.

Qin Hui reacted in time, raised his hand and cut the dagger on his arm, tearing the robe open.

Another person came forward and stabbed Qin Hui in the chest.

The groom reacted in time, and kicked over, unexpectedly kicking the next person to the side.

Qin Hui rolled and crawled.

The other guards hurriedly protected Qin Hui so that these people could no longer get close to Qin Hui.

The servant at the door was stunned for a moment, then rushed up and stood in front of Qin Hui: "Officials, be careful!"

Those servants and guards didn't have to make any effort, they took down these five people in two or three strokes.

Qin Hui's arm was cut with a big cut and was bleeding.

"Traitor! You will die!" one of them cursed.

Several other people also gritted their teeth at Qin Hui.

Qin Hui immediately recognized that these people must be scholars, and they might be students.

If it was a real civilian assassin, he would be dead.

"Are you students?"

"Bah! Traitor! Kill or cut him up!"

"They were all arrested and turned over to the Yamen of the Ministry of Punishment for custody."

"Yes!"

"return."

"What else does Qin Shangshu have to say?"

"Confession, don't say anything about it for now."

"Yes."

The fact that Qin Hui was assassinated at the door of his house has not been reported for the time being, and naturally it did not cause any big discussions.

But the follow-up impact of this incident is extremely far-reaching, whether it is the impact on Qin Hui himself, or the impact on the situation in the Song Dynasty.

The forces of all parties have already taken action secretly, but at this time, the imperial court has made a bigger move.

On July 23, the Zhengshitang promulgated a new agricultural policy for Jingdong East Road, Jingdong Dongxi Road, Hedong Road, Hebei East Road, and Hebei West Road.

For a time, it caused a great shock.

At this moment, the intention of the imperial court could not be more obvious.

The new policy, especially the new agricultural policy, is by no means as simple as one or two roads.

At present, Kang Wang presides over the agricultural administration on Jingdong Road, so he said that every county in Yingtianfu on Jingdong Road is full of supervisors.

Talent can be said to be abundant.

They promoted the latest "Jingkang Agriculture" compiled by Gewuyuan in rural areas, and the effect on local agriculture was immediate.

Zhao Gou's achievements in these two routes are quite beautiful.

Not only that, but most of the newspaper offices on Jingdong East Road, Jingxi Dongxi Road, Hedong Road, and Hebei Road have begun to infiltrate the county.

This is the most critical step in the full implementation of the New Deal.

So far, the area north of the Yellow River is almost entirely covered by the New Agricultural Policy.

Including Jingji Road and Huaixi Road, there are seven roads in total.

How many fields are there in the seven roads?

According to the figures in Zhao Ning's hands, these seven roads have a total of 1.4346 million mu of land, covering a population of about 1500 million people.