The imperial brother kneels and begs me to marry my daughter-in-law

"Brother Emperor!"

Xiao Jingong looked up and saw his younger sister hastily entered the Hall of Lizheng, her pace was not as steady as usual.But he was no different from Xiao Shuan at this time.A military report made both brothers and sisters very excited.

"Brother Huang, is there a military report ahead?" Xiao Shu'an approached, and asked again before he could sit down.Xiao Jingong, who had read the military newspaper for a while, was obviously much calmer than Xiao Shuan, he just smiled and didn't speak.However, he handed the memorial to Xiao Shu'an in a considerate manner, without delaying to torture her.

After Xiao Shu'an took the memorial, he couldn't wait to open it and read it.She glanced at ten lines, and quickly glanced at the memorial. The more she looked down, the anxiety on her face turned into joy.She turned her gaze back to the first line and read each line carefully.Standing still like this, she read a military newspaper with hundreds of words three or four times over and over again, and finally said: "Shunshui City was captured in one day, and the news sent by the son-in-law is enough to make people The whole country is excited about it!

Thinking about Shunshui and Lingzhou, they have been looted for more than forty years, and now they finally recaptured a city from Qiang Zhao. This time, the son-in-law is a well-deserved hero! "

What Xiao Shuan said inside and outside, was all for Lin Xiu's credit, and he completely forgot about others.Xiao Jingong couldn't help smiling, and he deliberately said: "It is said that married girls turn their elbows outward, and An'er is no exception. The capture of Shunshui was obviously the result of 20 soldiers, but in An'er's eyes, only the son-in-law gone."

Xiao Jingong knew that Lin Xiu was a woman, so he only regarded Xiao Shu'an and Lin Xiu as close friends in private, with a deep friendship, and didn't think about anything else at all.Besides, not only Xiao Shuan thinks this way, but Xiao Jingong also thinks the same way. Although the overall situation must be credited to everyone, Xiao Jingong still feels that Lin Xiu is the soul of this 20 army. Without a leader, it is difficult to win.

After being told by Xiao Jingong, Xiao Shu'an realized that she had said something wrong, and she hurriedly corrected it: "Of course, General Chen and all the soldiers have made contributions. These five thousand special forces are all heroic. It seems that our troops Reform still has a big effect.”

"That's right, the national teacher's every move is exquisite. Even I feel ashamed, but the burden of Qiang Zhou Dong cannot be carried by the national teacher alone. The national teacher is fighting on the front line, and I am in the rear. You should do your job well.”

Xiao Shu'an saw that the emperor's brother's brows were full of sorrow, and asked: "What's the matter, brother?"

Xiao Jingong lowered his head, tapped the memorial with his index finger, and said casually: "I won it smoothly, tell me, should I carry out the reform of the official system?"

Xiao Shuan knew about the reform of the official system. Both Lin Xiu and Brother Huang had told her that the reason why they hadn't implemented it was because they were afraid that the powerful people in the court would overreact.That's why the agricultural reform and the forced military reform were implemented first.

"However, now that the son-in-law and General Chen have taken away 20 troops, there are only more than 5 soldiers left in Ganzhou City. Of these 3 soldiers, the Lieutenant and the Prime Minister can mobilize 1 soldiers, and the King of Liang can also mobilize [-] soldiers Lang Zhongling is in charge of the palace's communications and guards, and takes orders from the emperor's brother, but there are only [-] people. If...the prime minister and the king of Liang are rebelling at this time..." Xiao Shu'an did not continue talking.

"If it is a rebellion, it means that everyone will die together. The national teacher is fighting abroad, and the capital of the country is rebelling. The national teacher is bound to return to King Duqin. The nobles will send troops from all over the country to Ganzhou to fight. No matter who wins or loses, we just beat Zhao If the state of Zhou is in chaos, Zhao State will be the first to annex Zhou State. If King Liang and the Prime Minister are not stupid, they should raise their troops and store up their energy instead of obstructing me at this time!" Xiao Jingong always talked a little bit about these things. Angry, he is an aspiring monarch, but he has been restrained by courtiers all the time, and now every step he takes is like playing a game, which makes him feel cold.

Xiao Shu'an knew Xiao Jingong's thoughts and feelings, she didn't say anything, she couldn't make decisions for Brother Huang, she could only help her share the burden.Suddenly, she felt blessed: "Brother Huang, there are still [-] female soldiers in Ganzhou City!"

Xiao Jingong heard it, yes!He actually forgot about this matter. Although he agreed to establish a female soldier department, he didn't have too much hope for it, and he hasn't trained enough to go to the battlefield, so he has been ignoring it. Twenty thousand female soldiers , Although not as good as a male soldier, it is still a force.

"I'll talk to the prime minister tonight. After all, he is also our uncle. If he insists on doing this, then you can't blame me for driving him to a dead end. If there is still room, that's the best."

"That's fine, Brother Huang, let's do it without worry. No matter what, the queen mother and I will support you."

Xiao Shu'an's words warmed Xiao Jingong's heart. Indeed, no matter what, he still had his mother and An'er to support him.He also has a national teacher, Chen Yunjian and other ministers who stand by his side.

"Here, your letter." Xiao Jingong didn't want to talk about such a heavy topic anymore, and smiled and handed Xiao Shuan's family letter to her.Xiao Shu'an took the letter with restraint, of course he didn't open it in front of Brother Huang.She took a look, and the wax on the envelope was intact, no one had seen it yet.She wants to go home and read slowly.

Xiao Jingong couldn't help laughing when he saw her like this: "It's the first time I saw An'er, and she also has a shy side. I thought that An'er could only wield knives and guns, and was as resolute as a man. Unexpectedly, An'er After all, you have grown up." Speaking of this, Xiao Jingong felt a little disappointed, An Er has grown up, but there is no way to find a good son-in-law.It was Zhou Guo who dragged her down, but seeing that she was able to get along so closely with the national teacher, I thought life would not be so lonely in the future.There was no one else in the left and right halls, Xiao Jingong said softly: "An'er, I have wronged you. When the right time comes, I will definitely find you a husband-in-law who will satisfy you."

Xiao Shuan panicked, and hurriedly said: "No need, my son-in-law and I, it's fine as it is."

Xiao Jingong didn't understand what Xiao Shu'an meant, as long as Xiao Shu'an hadn't gotten used to sex yet, with a confidant like Lin Xiu, it would be great if he didn't feel lonely.Xiao Jingong smiled lightly: "You will know later, and I can rest assured that I have a husband who will take care of you."

"The son-in-law is fine." Xiao Shu'an said sincerely.

"Haha, the son-in-law is very good. You get along well, so I'm relieved. That's fine. We'll talk about the husband-in-law later. I know you want to go back and read the letter. I won't force you to stay. Go back quickly." As an elder brother, Xiao Jingong is quite competent.

Xiao Shu'an didn't put on any airs, he immediately complied and went back home to read the letter.

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In the evening, Lai Fu personally went to the Prime Minister's Mansion to deliver a message: His Majesty invited the Prime Minister to enter the palace to discuss state affairs.

"My lord, why are you dressed so formally today?" Seeing that Chen Gu was dressed very formally today, the prime minister's wife took out the most formal official uniform that would only be worn at a sacrificial ceremony.The prime minister doesn't often wear this kind of clothes.

Facing the bronze mirror, Chen Gu carefully adjusted his collar to ensure that his clothes were neat and meticulous. "Wear it a few more times while you can."

Chen Gu's voice reveals fatigue and old age, it's hard to imagine that a year ago he was still a powerful minister trying to control the government.At that time, he still had great ambitions.

"Master, why did you say such a thing suddenly?" Chen Gu's words were a little frustrating, and Madam was a little flustered.Chen Gu smiled: "Why are you panicking? Wait until I come back and finish eating."

"Hey." Madam responded gently.The coachman in the mansion took the prime minister all the way into the palace, and Laifu sent Chen Gu to the Palace of Lizheng.

Chen Gu stood still at the entrance of the Lizheng Hall, and carefully looked at the Lizheng Hall from top to bottom.

"Prime Minister, is there something wrong?" Lai Fu leaned forward and asked.

"No." Chen Gu said: "It's just that I haven't been here for a long time, and I have forgotten what it looks like." The last time he came to the Palace of Lizheng, he was the one who discussed Lin Xiu's plan with His Majesty when.Again, I didn't expect it to be almost a year.

Chen Gu stepped into the Hall of Lizheng, walked into the hall, and respectfully saluted Xiao Jin who was sitting in the hall: "Master, see Your Majesty."

Xiao Jingong hurriedly got up: "Uncle, please forgive me, we are all a family, why should you care about these empty gifts?"

Chen Gu didn't speak, just smiled lightly, with a heavy expression on his face.After taking his seat, Xiao Jingong said: "Uncle, do you know what I called you here today?"

"I don't know."

Chen Gu didn't pick up the words, and Xiao Jingong didn't mind, and continued: "The national teacher and cousin won the battle in Shunshui, and now they are stationed in Shunshui, does uncle know?"

"I heard that when the servants in the mansion discussed it, they listened to it." When Chen Gu said this, Xiao Jingong felt a little embarrassed.

The dignified prime minister of a country knew that the national military report was overheard by the servants of the government while they were chatting.Xiao Jingong understood that Chen Gu did not really know the news like this, he naturally had his channel to know the news.When Chen Gu spoke like this, he just complained that he hadn't informed him.

The news was only received after the court today, and Xiao Jingong was the first to know about it.He said hello several times in the hall, and immediately sent Lai Fu to find Xiao Shu'an to discuss.As for the ministers under him, he only summoned a few of them to talk about the situation in the afternoon.As for the prime minister, he was the last one.

Xiao Jingong quickly explained euphemistically: "When I received the news today, I wanted to discuss with the prime minister first, but then I thought that there were more important matters to discuss with my uncle, so I finished meeting with the other ministers and freed up today's time , so I called Laifu to invite you."

Although Xiao Jingong's explanation is hypocritical.But he is the majestic king of a country, and he is willing to perfunctory himself for a while, so Chen Gu forgives him a little bit.

"I don't know what's the matter, Your Majesty?"

Seeing that the prime minister did not pursue the matter, Xiao Jingong felt relieved, and entered today's topic: "Now it is a happy event to recapture it smoothly. The reform can be considered to have achieved initial results. Although the agricultural reform has not yet seen significant results, but when the autumn harvest comes, You can know it. Now from the bottom up, people’s attitude towards the reform is unprecedentedly high. The reform will enrich the country and strengthen the army, but there is still one thing, I think, it needs to be changed."

Xiao Jingong kept staring at Chen Gu's reaction.But Chen Gu is an old courtier after all, and he has experienced so many storms, Xiao Jingong's words did not make any waves on his face.He just said calmly, "How does His Majesty plan to change?"

Xiao Jingong's eyes were firm and tentative: "I want to carry out the reform of the official system, no matter the common people or the nobles, I will be awarded officials based on their ability."

Xiao Jingong stared at Chen Gu without blinking, wanting to see how he reacted, whether he would retort angrily, or treat him coldly with disdain?It's just that he didn't see these two reactions, he only saw a trace of sadness and grievance in Chen Gu's vicissitudes of life, and gradually, Chen Gu's eyes turned red.His voice trembled slightly, and he said desolately: "What do you think, does Your Majesty think it's important?"

This sentence expressed his grievance.In the past year, Chen Gu's passive approach to things was not all because he opposed the reform.Chen Gu is the prime minister of the state of Zhou, but since Lin Xiu came, His Majesty has never discussed with him the important affairs of the court.

Many ministers took him as the head and followed him.But they didn't know that Chen Gu was no longer a member of the political center.To talk about rebellion, Chen Gu never thought about it.He is also considered an old clan, having gone through three dynasties.When the late emperor was around, he trusted him very much, and when he passed away, he told him to assist Xiao Jingong with all his heart.

It was just that at that time he felt that Xiao Jingong was mediocre, that he was not outstanding in all aspects, and that he was too young. The state of Zhou needed a wise and powerful monarch to lead the people of the country to cheer up.At that time, the state of Zhou was exhausted from fighting, and the people were in hardship.King Liang is quite talented, whether on the battlefield or in court, he has shown good abilities.

Chen Gu wanted to embrace the King of Liang as the emperor. At that time, the King of Liang was an upright young man with high spirits. If he led the state of Zhou, the state of Zhou would definitely cheer up.It's a pity that the first emperor was more optimistic about Xiao Jingong, thinking that Jingong was far-sighted and courageous in his actions. What Zhou State needed was a leader with a long-term political vision, not a general who was good at fighting.He finally insisted on establishing Xiao Jingong as the emperor, and made Chen Gu swear that he would assist Xiao Jingong wholeheartedly.

Chen Gu asked himself, he could actually be regarded as a dedicated helper.He has never thought of usurping the throne, but he has some hegemony.But in his understanding, this is only because he always has different political views from Xiao Jingong, and he tends to be conservative, while Xiao Jingong always wants to break the original system and build a brand new state of Zhou with his own ability.

If the emperor is at odds with each other, the courtiers will inevitably stand in line.Chen Gu was a veteran of the three dynasties, his speech was quite important, and he was an old clan, everyone supported him.In this way, Xiao Jingong was isolated and helpless, and before that, he wanted to support the King of Liang, and the whole court knew about it.In this way, the two have always been in harmony.

Although Xiao Jingong was dissatisfied with Chen Gu before, he would discuss everything with him.Even if there are differences of opinion, most of them choose to respect the prime minister's approach.Chen Gu also felt that Xiao Jingong was too young and not prudent enough to act, so he became more and more domineering, and wanted to use this to coerce Xiao Jingong to do things according to his own wishes.

In Chen Gu's view, all this is for the good of Zhou Guo.He didn't want to rebel, nor did he want to overthrow Xiao Jingong.He just didn't want Zhou Guo to be destroyed by Xiao Jingong.Why doesn't he want Zhou Guo to get better?

But that day will be held.Chen Gu didn't get wind of it, and Xiao Jingong didn't ask for his opinion. The government announced the reform and set up a monument of national humiliation.Lin Xiu was appointed as a national teacher and in charge of the state affairs. He was a dignified prime minister, but he became a vacant position and was completely emptied.From now on, matters big and small in the court have nothing to do with him.

Chen Gu felt sad in his heart.His Majesty announced the reform directly in the court without asking what he meant.This is a tacit consent that he opposes the reform!Is His Majesty so sure that he doesn't support him?In fact, Chen Gu supported the reform, but the reform he wanted was to be done bit by bit, and it didn't directly deprive the nobles of their interests like they are now.The reform Chen Gu wants is based on the change of the ancestral system, rather than completely overthrowing it like now and setting up a new system.

He admits that he is old-fashioned, but not out of inseparable interests.Instead, he was afraid of putting Zhou Guo in a dangerous turmoil.But His Majesty did not trust him from beginning to end.Your Majesty has decided that he will oppose the reform, and that he will not stand on His Majesty's side.

If, at that time, His Majesty was able to call him in before announcing the reform, together with Lin Xiu and the three of them, they would discuss together.If His Majesty tells him about the reform, will he really not support it?If His Majesty trusts him, why can't he help His Majesty wholeheartedly like Lin Xiu?

In the past year, Chen Gu's heart has been desolate.He felt that he was already outside the court. Although he was the prime minister of the country, he no longer had any real power.Even his student Wu Zhun hasn't been to his house for a long time.He is no longer the teacher that Wu Zhun can trust, who can keep him safe at any time.

Chen Gu watched all this quietly without any struggle.It's not that he doesn't have the ability to struggle, it's just that he still has the last bottom line in his heart. He doesn't want Zhou Guo, who is devastated, to suffer another wound just because of himself.And Xiao Jingong ignores his opinion so recklessly, isn't it because he is still loyal to Zhou Guo?

At this moment, I ask him how he views the reform of the official system, and how does he view it?Does it matter what he thinks?

Xiao Jingong didn't speak for a long time.His feelings for the prime minister were complicated. He knew a veteran of the three dynasties, and it would be sad to be forced to this position by himself.But what can he do?Zhou Guo needed a reform, a thorough reform, not a mild reform without changing the medicine.If the prime minister keeps his promise, he will definitely not support it. If he asks the prime minister's opinion first, what should he do if the prime minister disagrees?Wouldn't that tear his face and intensify the conflict, so he could only take it to the court to force the prime minister to agree.

"Uncle, do you have any complaints about Jin Gong's actions?"

Chen Gu smiled wryly: "The country has changed, and now it is your young people's world. I am old and can no longer do my part. It is good that Your Majesty does not blame me. How can I blame Your Majesty?"

Xiao Jingong felt guilty: "Uncle."

"Since you call me uncle, I will temporarily think that you still have two points of respect for me in your heart. Then I will return two points of kindness to Your Majesty. I neither support nor oppose the reform. Your Majesty will treat me as the prime minister." It is just to recuperate at home. If you feel that it is really in the way, I can submit a memorial and return to my hometown, and I hope Your Majesty will allow it."

"Uncle, you are serious. How did things get to this point? I asked your opinion today because I couldn't make up my mind and wanted to rely on you to escort me!" Xiao Jingong was a little anxious.

Chen Gu was unmoved: "Your Majesty, you don't have to be like this. I have seen many capable ministers through the three dynasties. I have to admit that Lin Guoshi is indeed talented. It's just that there is no perfect person in this world. I hope your majesty I have a sense of measure in my heart, and I have to know how far things will go, and if they fail, how will they end up.

I'm old and can't help you anymore.If Your Majesty asks my opinion, I still don't support the reform, and I don't support pushing Zhou to a dangerous brink. If you are not careful, you will be in danger of subjugation.However, if His Majesty insists on going his own way, the minister will not stop him.In this life, I have devoted myself to Da Zhou, and I have a clear conscience.One day when I saw the first emperor, I could only say that I did my best. "

What Chen Gu said was very sad.Even Xiao Jingong felt sorry for the prime minister: "Uncle, if you are really tired, I won't force you. It's just that the ministers are used to relying on you. If you suddenly retire and return home, you must The ministers and I are not used to it.

If uncle is really tired and doesn't want to worry about state affairs anymore, I will entrust other people to do the work.Uncle, you should listen to it at court to relieve boredom.When the boys below get started and can take on things, it's not too late for you to rest, uncle.Otherwise, I'm really afraid that I will make a big mess, and I won't be able to end it.

With my uncle around, I always feel more at ease. "

"Since your majesty said so, my minister, obey."

Xiao Jin respectfully sent Chen Gu away, stood at the gate of the Lizheng Hall, and watched his back for a long time.For the first time, he felt that the prime minister's back was so bleak, but for him, the relief in his heart was more than guilt.

He is the emperor, and the prime minister has ruled for more than ten years.Regardless of whether he has the intention of treason or not, the prime minister is a huge threat to his rights.I have endured it for more than ten years, but I didn't expect it to end like this today.He thought to himself: Maybe the prime minister has a lot of loyalty to Zhou Guo, but that loyalty is not to himself.The prime minister is old and tired, and he doesn't want to argue with him anymore. He knows that the prime minister is still not optimistic about the reform, and he still thinks that he is likely to be the king of subjugation.He just doesn't want to fight anymore, the world belongs to young people.

Perhaps, the prime minister will be ten years younger.Today's ending will not be so dull.

Chen Gu's heart is undoubtedly sad, but he is also somewhat relaxed than ever before.His Majesty let him occupy this vacant position, but he wanted to use him to shock the courtiers again.A skinny camel is bigger than a horse. Even if he is emptied now, the courtiers are still worried about whether he will return to the peak of power.Xiao Jingong just wanted to squeeze out the last bit of value from him, just to put him there on the shelf until his own team was promoted and let his own people take Chen Gu's place.

How could Chen Gu fail to see such a simple method?It's just that he doesn't want to fight any more. For the last bit of value, he should pay it back to His Majesty.He has been idle at home recently, and he also regrets that he has been too hegemonic over the years.He thought His Majesty was incompetent and unambitious.But only now did he realize that His Majesty just didn't trust him and had never had a heart-to-heart relationship with him.After meeting Lin Xiu, he was willing to show his ambition and talent.

If he had no hegemony before, if he believed in Xiao Jingong's talent, would he have worked well with Xiao Jingong?It's just that if there is no such thing, this Palace of Lizheng may be his last visit.

Xiao Jingong didn't feel sad for Chen Gu for too long. Since Chen Gu promised not to oppose the reform, his confidence has increased a bit.Without the prime minister nodding, the people below may not dare to rebel if they have soldiers in their hands.On the contrary, it is also a mob.

In May of that year, Zhou Guo implemented the third reform: the new law on the official system.

Regardless of common people or noble people, officials are awarded according to their talents.Talented people can go to the government's assessment every year, and those who pass the assessment will be assigned official positions according to their performance.Incumbent officials must conduct performance appraisals every year. Those who fail to meet the standards will be demoted, and those who are at fault will be dealt with according to the seriousness of the circumstances.Those who exceed the assessment standards will be promoted in time by the imperial court. That is to say, there will be a turnover of official positions every year, and the old saying that one official position will last forever no longer exists.

Since this year is the first year of assessment, there are two opportunities for assessment.Once in June and another time in December at the end of the year.All of a sudden, the people of the state of Zhou were overwhelmed, and all the scholars were full of joy, and they rushed to sign up, all wanting to win a chance to be an official.

After ten years of studying hard in the cold window, I finally waited for the day when I could get ahead!

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