After rebirth, I joined forces with my mortal enemy to seek revenge.

When the word "junior" came out, everyone was stunned. Suddenly a smile appeared on his face. No one can dislike a junior who has both ability and political integrity, especially if he is sent by the imperial court. Although he is famous and in a high position, he is willing to lower his status. It is obvious that he comes with full sincerity.

It's just that she takes up the status of a junior, which also means that she has to talk about things. After all, the relationship between Taiwan's cabinet ministers is so complicated that nothing can be said clearly in one sentence.

Shen Yunzhou smiled slightly, "We are gathered here today because we heard that the beautiful trees in the south have returned to their old nests, so we came here to see it."

Hearing this, Pei Jiaoran smiled and said nothing. These words not only pointed out that she was from Jiangnan, but also truly praised her. These people are all fuel-efficient lamps. Pei Jiaoran couldn't help but laugh and sigh.

Surrounded by everyone, Pei Jiaoran walked into the garden. The garden is extremely lively and the furnishings are novel. This banquet was held in the name of cleansing her from the wind and dust, and every family had prepared gifts. Presently the gifts are piled next to the main table.

Looking at the pile of gifts, Pei Jiaoran turned his head and glanced at Shen Yunzhou beside him. Holding Bi Fei's hand, he gathered his clothes and sat down.

As soon as she sat down, the others followed suit. Zhou Mancao and Bi Fei also arranged seats. This shows that these Jiangnan wealthy families have great intentions.

Both host and guest are here. During the banquet, the sound of strings, strings and bamboos was played, and dancers came to perform music. I wonder if it was because Pei Jiaoran was a girl, but the dancers and musicians at the banquet were all handsome and enchanting young men.

After three rounds of drinking. Shen Yunzhou raised his hand to give a high five.

I saw a scarlet-robed official standing up and going out.

"Shen Yunzhou, the governor of Yangzhou, specially presented rose water from the Western Regions." The official in the scarlet robe held a brocade box. There was a glass fou inside, the mouth of which was sealed with wax. He smiled and said: "This is the secret rose water from the Western Regions. You need to pick thousands of roses mixed with morning dew, and then steam them thousands of times in a platinum steamer. Finally, you get this rose water."

As he said this, the Fei Pao officer bowed respectfully and then raised his hand to give a high five. I saw two servants carrying a large rack out. It is covered with a piece of light and white fox armpit. From a distance, you can feel its smoothness, as if you can embrace the moon by putting it on.

"This is the armpit of a thousand foxes hidden by the governor. It is specially dedicated to Prime Minister Pei for cutting clothes." The official in Fei Pao said with a smile.

Pei Jiaoran lowered his head and glanced at the white jade wine cup on the table, and smiled slightly, "Shen Governor Shen's thoughts will be truthfully conveyed to His Majesty."

She knew what Shen Yunzhou's intentions were, but she really couldn't accept these gifts. Not only would her interests be tied to these people, she might also be used by people with ulterior motives to meddle with her.

After saying these words, the expressions of the others changed slightly. They all looked at Shen Yunzhou, but Shen Yunzhou just shook his head and didn't say much. With his instructions, the others came forward to pay their respects.

All the offerings are rare treasures. However, while Pei Jiaoran accepted the order, he also raised his hand toward the northwest. Frankly speaking, I will present all these gifts to Heaven.

"I wonder if Prime Minister Pei can follow me to the inner garden for a chat." Shen Yunzhou said.

He raised his eyes and glanced at Shen Yunzhou meaningfully, and saw that there were not many people left to offer him gifts. Pei Jiaoran left Zhou Mancao and Bi Fei down to collect the gifts and register them in a book. Without asking any more questions, she followed him straight to the inner garden.

Also coming together were the heads of various families. Shen Yunzhou had already introduced everyone at the table just now, and now they were following behind and talking quietly.

Under the leadership of Shen Yunzhou, everyone walked into a waterside pavilion. Tea and cakes have been prepared in the waterside pavilion, obviously they knew someone would come early in the morning.

When everyone was seated, Shen Yunzhou suddenly said: "Someone came here specifically to apologize to Prime Minister Pei."

Pei Jiaoran looked calm after guessing the meaning of Shen Yunzhou's words. Listening to Shen Yunzhou continue: "Previously, Huan Qi had a disobedient heart and sent envoys many times to win over someone. But someone was worried about the exam and failed to report it in time. It was someone's dereliction of duty."

Worried about taking exams and failing to report in time? With the ability of the Wu Xing and Shen family, they are not afraid of Huan Qi tampering with his exams. It's just that the interests of the two are connected. Although they are the ones who benefit, how can they harm their own interests? Now he comes to plead guilty again, just because he is worried that he will be liquidated by the court and his profits will be swallowed up. After all, these wealthy families in Jiangnan still want to maintain the same situation with the imperial court as Huan Qi did before.

Looking at Shen Yunzhou's behavior now, I'm afraid he is the talker among these people. He has an official position and is the most anxious to clear up the relationship.

Looking at Shen Yunzhou, Pei Jiaoran smiled and said, "The governor is loyal to the country and his heart is pure. Your Majesty knows that. There is no need to apologize."

Shen Yunzhou looked apologetic, "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your consideration. I just hope that Prime Minister Pei can be merciful."

Pei Jiaoran looked at Shen Yunzhou with a smile. At this moment, the summer wind blew the bamboo curtains hanging down on both sides, and the light and shadow flickered. The light that leaked in was either cast on the ground or cast on everyone. Adds a bit of weirdness.

Show mercy? As long as these wealthy families are willing to make more concessions, she will certainly be willing to show mercy.

"Have mercy? Where does the word mercy come from?" Pei Jiaoran glanced at Shen Yunzhou and smiled at everyone: "I am here for national affairs, and you all are tolerant for the sake of the country. I have just taken over as salt officer." The Iron Transport Envoy is not very interested in some things. I just want you to cooperate with me as soon as possible to complete the reform, so that I can go back and report to His Majesty."

When Shen Yunzhou saw Pei Jiaoran pretending to be confused, he immediately understood that this person was more powerful than he thought. Adhering to the principle that talking too much will lead to mistakes, he smiled and brought the topic to other places.

"Since Prime Minister Pei is noble, he refuses to accept gifts." Shen Yunzhou smiled slightly, "I have some other small gifts to give you. In addition, I also want to invite Prime Minister Pei to stay in the garden."

As soon as he finished speaking, Pei Jiaoran raised his hand and said, "Thank you very much, Inspector Shen. It's disrespectful to me."

Seeing that Pei Jiaoran had no intention of mentioning the discussion on the reform of the canal system, Shen Yunzhou stopped talking about it. Instead, he talked with everyone present about the local scenery and customs in Jiangnan, and about the canal, intentionally or unintentionally.

However, Pei Jiaoran only listened and occasionally responded. The rest of the time, there was only a smile on his face.

Sensing Pei Jiaoran's attitude, Shen Yunzhou gave up as soon as he got good. Send her to the main courtyard to rest in person.

"Just send Governor Shen here." Pei Jiaoran stood at the entrance of the courtyard and smiled.

"Then Prime Minister Pei has a good rest and I won't disturb you."

After Shen Yunzhou left, a person came from the corridor on the other side. It was Fang Jianyue whom he had not seen for many days.

Now she is the county magistrate of Shangzhou. Although her official position is low, she was also invited here, which shows her ability to govern.

Today, Fang Jianyue was wearing a moon-white robe. When she saw Pei Jiaoran, she smiled and saluted, "I didn't expect to see Pei Zhongshu here."

The two words "Zhongshu" hit his ears, and Pei Jiaoran held his lips. The Vice Minister of Zhongshu serves as the deputy of Zhongshu Province and the deputy of Zhongshu Ling. After the political affairs hall was under the control of Zhongshu, his status was aloof. And she also held the post of Pingzhang and other political affairs, and her status was equivalent to that of the prime minister. Even though Shen Yunzhou's official position was the same as hers, he still had to call her "Sir." Now Fang Jianyue calls her like this, as if to remind her of her status as the minister of Zhongshu.

"I have to come. How can I talk to them if I don't come?" Pei Jiaoran pointed to the house in the distance, "Come in and sit down."