After the salted fish is married

45. Minister of Industry

The Sophora japonica rice was steamed after a while, Yan Xining lifted the lid of the pot, the Sophora japonica in the steamer was stained with corn flour and turned yellowish, but the outline of the Sophora japonica could still be seen clearly.

The scent of Sophora japonica after steaming is not as obvious as before, but it exudes a different kind of sweetness.Yan Xining quickly poked the Sophora japonica flower with chopsticks, and the clear-grained Sophora japonica flower was shaking loosely, looking very attractive.

Putting the Sophora japonica in a bowl while it was hot, Yan Xining poured a spoonful of honey on the Sophora japonica: "You are going to the palace, so you won't eat salty food."

The salty pagoda flower tastes great when paired with mashed garlic, but there will be a taste in the mouth after eating the garlic.Ji Song wants to face the saint, but he can't be full of garlic.

Ji Song nodded, "Okay."

The honey melts quickly when heated, and after a quick stir, each flower is stained with honey.Ji Song picked up a chopstick of Sophora japonica and put it into his mouth. He thought that the grains of Sophora japonica would be as soft and glutinous as rice grains, but he didn't expect the taste of Sophora japonica to be unexpectedly complicated.

Soft, crisp, and silky Sophora japonica rice is fragrant and refreshing, and the taste is unexpectedly delicious.Ji Song once ate cakes made of roses in the palace, but he didn't expect Sophora japonica to taste like flower cakes.

Ji Song couldn't help picking up the bowl and started to eat. Seeing that he was eating deliciously, Yan Xining smiled and said, "There's still in the pot, eat it slowly. If you like it, come back tonight and try the salty Sophora japonica rice."

Ji Song nodded, with a smile in his eyes: "Okay."

After eating two bowls of Sophora japonica rice, Ji Song left Wenzhang Garden accompanied by Yan Ke and other guards.Although he will only enter the palace in the afternoon, he has to change his court clothes, and there are a series of procedures to enter the palace. After this set of rituals, it will be afternoon.

Watching Ji Song's figure go away, Yan Xining sighed: "It's not easy."

Bai Tao asked curiously: "Master, what's not easy?"

Yan Xining said: "I said it's not easy to be a prince. How can a son of an ordinary family have so many rules when he sees me?"

There are rules everywhere when entering the palace gate, and the eyes of the censors are more powerful than the cameras.Once something is done wrong, the book of impeachment will fly to the emperor's desk like snowflakes.

The brotherhood of ordinary people is far less dangerous than that of the royal family. Brothers of ordinary people do not get along with each other at most, and then they will die after death. Once the royal family tears their faces, it will be fatal.

Yan Xining trembled: "Cherish life, stay away from the royal family."

Bai Tao scratched his hair foolishly: "Oh..." But the young master has already entered Prince Rong's mansion, he is considered a member of the royal family, how does he want to stay away?

Bai Tao looked at Yan Xining's back and wanted to ask, but was afraid that the young master would be unhappy if he asked.Forget it, he'd better eat Sophora japonica rice, the Sophora japonica rice made by the young master smells delicious.

The hot Sophora japonica rice is delicious no matter whether it is sweet or salty. In comparison, Yan Xining prefers the salty one.Mix mashed garlic in Sophora japonica rice, sprinkle with fine salt, and pour a little sesame oil.After one sip, all kinds of flavors burst into the mouth, and the aroma is so fragrant that people can't stop.

Bai Tao was full of praise: "Master, Sophora japonica is delicious. Shall we pick more this afternoon?"

Yan Xining also agreed: "The Sophora japonica flower is not delicious after it blooms, so pick more in the afternoon. By the way, I can also make some Sophora japonica flower cakes for the guards to try."

As soon as the word "brother guard" was mentioned, Wang Chunfa and the others instantly appeared at the kitchen door.They looked at Yan Xining expectantly: "Princess, hehehe~"

Yan Xining was happy: "Come and eat Sophora japonica rice, it's just out of the pot."

At noon, the carriage of Prince Rong's Mansion arrived in front of the gate of Shenwumen.Shenwu Gate is the city gate where princes, ministers, princes and grandchildren often come and go. As soon as the carriage of Prince Rong's Mansion arrived at the gate of the city, the news of King Rong's entry into the palace spread to the ears of various forces in Beijing.

When entering Shenwumen, civil servants get off their sedan chairs and military generals get off their horses, and the carriage of Rong Wangfu is no exception.

When Ji Song sat in a wheelchair and looked up at the city gate, he was suddenly in a trance, he couldn't remember the last time he entered the palace.But he remembered that every time he came to Shenwu Gate in the past, he would get off his horse and walk through the city gate in high spirits.

A heavy shadow fell on the tall city gate, and Ji Song, who was under the shadow, felt a chill in his heart.He never thought that one day he would return to the palace in such a posture, and in a trance, the high-spirited Chi Ling Army commander in armor rode his horse and whipped his whip away, and the sound of hoofbeats gradually faded away.

From here on, Yan Ke and the others could no longer escort Ji Song forward. Seeing Ji Song driving the wheel deep into the palace wall, Yan Ke's eyes turned red.

I still remember the last time I entered the palace, Yan Ke was still the left general of the Chi Ling Army.That time the Chi Ling Army won a complete victory, the Holy Majesty gave the Chi Ling Army a great honor and asked them to ride through the Shenwumen on their horses.How high-spirited they were at that time, but now, they can only stand outside the palace wall and watch the master walk alone.

Seeing Ji Song alone, seeing the walking ministers showing sympathy towards Ji Song.There was anger burning in Yan Ke's heart, but apart from burning his own eyes red, he couldn't vent it to anyone.

At this moment, a brother next to him suddenly spat out, his voice hoarse: "Damn it, I hate it so much!"

Yan Ke also had the same thought, hating that the tall palace walls blocked their way; hating that the unfair world caused the loyal and brave men to suffer; hating that he was powerless and unable to protect his master.

Fearing that the master would look back and see his unbearable appearance, Yan Ke sternly said: "Straighten your waist, don't let the master see your cowardly appearance!"

From Shenwumen to Xuande Hall, it usually only takes a cup of tea, and Ji Song walked for half an hour.He walked this road countless times, but it was the first time he walked so slowly.It is said that the palace walls are tall and deep. He didn't feel it before, but now he agrees very much.

Along the way, he saw many courtiers who were in a hurry, and they didn't know most of these courtiers not long after they left the court.

The sun in April is not too harsh, but it is not easy to maneuver a heavy wheelchair on the unobstructed road.The court clothes on Ji Song's body were wet with sweat, and the vest was darker than other places.

When he was about to reach Xuande Hall, Emperor Pingyuan who heard the news walked out quickly.Seeing the slightly pale Ji Song, Emperor Pingyuan was furious at the accompanying eunuchs: "Why are you on duty! Why don't you pass the sedan chair? Why don't you help King Rong push the wheelchair?"

The eunuchs knelt on the ground in fear: "Your Majesty, calm down!"

Ji Song's face was calm, and there was deep pain in his eyes: "I want to tell my father, it's because I don't want anyone to help me."

Emperor Pingyuan didn't understand when he saw Ji Song like this?His third son is the commander of the Chiling Army. He has self-respect and pride. If he is not weak in the face of the enemy, how can he let the palace people see his weak side.

Emperor Pingyuan felt distressed: "Rong Chuan, why are you bothering?"

Ji Song pursed his lips and showed a gentle smile: "You have to adapt, don't you?"

Emperor Pingyuan was speechless. After Ji Song's accident, he hoped that Ji Song would cheer up.But when Ji Song really came in front of him, he felt only pain and shame in his heart.

At this moment, Emperor Pingyuan is not a high-ranking emperor, but an old father who is helpless in the face of his disabled son.

There was a strong ambergris fragrance in Xuande Hall, which Ji Song once thought was very pleasant.But now when he smelled it, he only felt that it was too strong, not as natural as the scent of flowers and plants in Zhangyuan.

Looking at the aloof Emperor Pingyuan, Ji Song actually started to lose his mind, wondering what Yan Xining was doing at home now?At this point, did he climb into bed and take a nap again?

Emperor Pingyuan said in shame: "Rong Chuan, the assassination has happened so far..." Logically, there should have been a result long ago, but I don't know who did it so neatly, and Dali Temple didn't find any clues.

Seeing Ji Song entering the palace, Emperor Pingyuan's first reaction was: Rong Chuan came to ask for the result.

Ji Song cupped his hands calmly: "Father, my son did not come to the palace today to assassinate the truth."

Emperor Pingyuan was puzzled: "Then you are?"

Ji Song pursed his lips: "I want to ask my father to stop the investigation, don't go any further."

Emperor Pingyuan frowned: "Why?"

There was sadness in Ji Song's eyes, but more calmness: "The assassination incident has caused a lot of uproar. The real culprit behind the scenes has never shown his feet, but the court has made people panic because of this. If the investigation continues, even if there is a result, it will only make the brothers quarrel. The minister is just uneasy."

"Although it was dangerous at that time, Aning was also seriously injured because of my son. But after this period of cultivation, Ah Ning has recovered without any problems. It is a blessing that my son and Aning escaped with the blessing of their father. Because we make the court restless? Let the father worry about it?"

Ji Song looked directly into Emperor Pingyuan's eyes: "I implore Father and Emperor not to investigate any more, otherwise Erchen and Aning will have trouble sleeping and eating!"

Emperor Pingyuan had mixed feelings in his heart: "Rong Chuan, like your mother and concubine, you are always thinking of others, but you are the only one who has wronged yourself!"

Ji Song smiled in relief: "I don't feel wronged, I just want my brothers to be in harmony with the emperor and my ministers, Chu Liaohai Qingheyan. It's a pity that my son has become like this, and I can no longer relieve my father's worries and contribute to Chu Liao like I used to do." gone."

During this period, what Emperor Pingyuan heard the most was the incidents of the princes splashing dirt on each other and the courtiers shirking each other. His several princes each had their own little thoughts. Stirred to pieces.Hearing Ji Song's words now, Emperor Pingyuan's heart skipped a beat, his heart ached, he felt extremely ironic.

Thinking of Ji Song's errands that he entrusted to him when his legs were intact, he did everything beautifully, thinking of the illustrious military achievements he made with the Chiling Army, thinking of his righteousness and virtuousness.Emperor Pingyuan blurted out: "Who said you can't share my worries? Rong Chuan, as long as you have the heart, you will always be my most capable prince."

Taking advantage of the emotion in his heart, Emperor Pingyuan said: "I want you to be in charge of the military department, are you willing?"

As soon as the words fell, Emperor Pingyuan suddenly calmed down.Ji Song is the commander of the Chi Ling Army, and he has a tiger amulet on his body that can dispatch troops. If he is in charge of the military department, he is afraid that he will favor the Chi Ling Army openly.It is nothing to be in charge of the military department, but when the logistics has the ability to dispatch troops and generals, it is terrible.

If Ji Song is allowed to join the military department, Ji Song will be the only one with real power among all the princes.At that time, I am afraid that the struggle between the three princes will not be eased, but will become more serious.

However, the words had already been spoken, and it was too late for Emperor Pingyuan to regret it.He blamed himself in annoyance, he was easy to be emotional when he was old, and he was impulsive.

Ji Song saw through Emperor Pingyuan's remorse, and he saluted calmly: "It's my honor to be reused by the emperor, but the Ministry of War has a heavy responsibility, and I'm afraid it will be difficult for my son to take on this important task."

Emperor Pingyuan's heart relaxed, and his tone became more gentle: "How do you say this?"

Ji Song sighed: "Father trusts my minister and never took away the tiger talisman. This minister is still the commander of the Chiling Army. If this minister is in charge of the military department, I'm afraid that other generals of Chu and Liao will think that this minister is favoritism. The army's heart should be as strong as iron. The son-in-law distracted the army. Moreover, the imperial physician said that the body of the son-in-law needs to rest and not be too tired. The affairs of the military department are complicated, and I am afraid that it will be difficult to take on this important task."

After thinking for a moment, Emperor Pingyuan spoke again, this time his tone was extremely sincere: "Nowadays, the government is in turmoil. Except for the Ministry of War, there is no one in charge of the Ministry of Officials and the Ministry of Industry. If Rong Chuan wants to share my worries, he can choose one."

44. Minister of Industry

The officials in charge of the Ministry of Officials were promoted and transferred, and all courtiers in Chu and Liao were selected by the Ministry of Officials.If he entered the Ministry of Officials, Ji Song's identity and status would rise, and he would have a higher voice in the court.

The Ministry of Industry is in charge of the construction of Chu and Liao, from the construction of large cities to the improvement of farm tools, which involves all aspects of Chu and Liao.However, the Ministry of Industry is closer to the people's livelihood, but farthest from the court.

Of these two ministries, one has power and status, and the other can only do things dullly. Anyone who chooses will choose the official ministries without hesitation.

Emperor Pingyuan also thought the same way, since Rong Chuan lost his legs, at least give him some real power.However, after thinking for a while, Ji Song said to Emperor Pingyuan: "Report to Emperor Father, my son is willing to go to the Ministry of Industry."

Emperor Pingyuan was stunned, and after a long time he said, "Rong Chuan, have you thought it through?"

Ji Song said solemnly, "I'm going to the Ministry of Industry."

Emperor Pingyuan opened his mouth. It is impossible for people in the royal family not to understand the importance of power. Ji Song chose the most marginal Ministry of Industry. Did he let himself go to pieces?No, based on what Emperor Pingyuan knew about Ji Song, his third son was definitely not this kind of person.

Ji Song showed a relieved smile: "Father."

Emperor Pingyuan's heart trembled: "Hey."

Ji Songdao: "My son's temperament is not suitable for staying in the official department, so you can let me go to the Ministry of Industry. There must be someone to do things. In my mind, whether it is leading soldiers to fight or making farm tools, it is all for Chu Liao. Contribute."

Emperor Pingyuan's heart softened, and the tough emperor's heart finally softened in the face of his sincere loyalty.Emperor Pingyuan closed his eyes, trying hard to hold back the tears that he wanted to shed.When people are old, they will die, and they are easy to be soft-hearted and emotional.

Emperor Pingyuan suppressed his emotions: "Okay! Starting today, I will order you to be the minister of the Ministry of Industry, and take care of the affairs of the Ministry of Industry."

Minister of the Ministry of Industry committed some crimes and went to Dali Temple, even if he came back alive, he would peel off a layer of skin.If Ji Song is directly designated as Minister of the Ministry of Industry, it will inevitably attract criticism from the courtiers. In contrast, the position of Minister of the Ministry of Industry is neither high nor low, and he can manage various departments of the Ministry of Industry. .

Ji Song saluted respectfully: "My minister leads the decree to thank you."

Emperor Pingyuan not only gave Ji Song the position of Minister of Industry, he also gave Ji Song the right to sit in a sedan chair in the palace.No matter when Ji Song enters the palace, he doesn't need to pass it on. This is an honor only a prince can have.

The news of Ji Song's appointment as Minister of the Ministry of Industry spread to the ears of the princes like wind, and the prince and Ji Ling breathed a sigh of relief at the same time.The Ministry of Industry is the most marginal department among the six departments. If Ji Song goes to the Ministry of Industry, even if he has a tiger charm, he can't make waves.

The Crown Princess was beaming with joy, and she said coquettishly: "The third prince's temperament has changed drastically since he injured his leg, and now he has begun to give up on himself. This is a great thing for us."

Ji Nan sighed and said: "Even if Rong Chuan has the ambition of Qingyun, he can only become a mortal without his legs. The Ministry of Industry is good, and the Ministry of Industry is idle. Rong Chuan will be an excellent help in the future if he works hard in that position. "

The princess reminded: "It's not just for help, don't forget, the Tiger Talisman is still on him."

Ji Nan nodded again and again: "That's right, as long as he's not in the Ministry of War, what use will the Tiger Talisman be?"

In the second prince's mansion, the gorgeous Ji Liu was shaking his fan and listening to a ditty: "The third prince went to the Ministry of Industry? Hehe~"

Ji Song didn't know what the princes were thinking, he only knew that when he came out of the palace, it was already dark.Yan Ke and the others stood up straight outside the Shenwu Gate, and when they saw the sedan chair carrying Ji Song appear, Yan Ke stepped forward in three steps at a time: "Master."

Ji Song rubbed the sore corners of his eyebrows: "Go back."

Ji Song was exhausted after chewing on words in the palace all afternoon, thinking twice every word he said. After the carriage drove for a while, Yan Ke said in a low voice: "Master, they said that you refused to go to the Ministry of Officials and chose to work in the Ministry of Industry." Minister of the Ministry of Industry."

Ji Song replied, "Yes. Are you disappointed in me?"

If he goes to the Ministry of Officials, he can use his connections at any time to place generals like Yan Ke in a suitable position, so as to prevent them from suffering and suffering by guarding him.Thinking of this, Ji Song felt a little sorry for his subordinates.

However, Yan Ke and the others said seriously: "Master, you can do whatever you want, and your subordinates believe in you." They followed their master voluntarily, not to mention that the master went to the Ministry of Industry, even if the master became a commoner, they were willing to follow.

Ji Song's heart warmed, and he said in a warm voice: "The Ministry of Industry is very important. Among the six departments, only the Ministry of Industry deals with the common people. The people are the ruler of water and the boat. Water can carry a boat and capsize it. Don't underestimate the people."

When Ji Song returned to the palace, the night was already dark.Ji Song looked at the sky and hesitated, "Why don't we go to Wenzhang Garden today."

Yan Ke was in a hurry: "Why, master?"

Ji Song said: "The concubine should have rested at this point, don't disturb his rest."

Yan Ke has a different opinion: "Master, I think you should go and have a look. Didn't the concubine say that she left a meal for you? Maybe he is still waiting for you to have dinner. If you don't go, the concubine will be so disappointed. Leng Jun, do you think the princess is awake or resting?"

At this time, Butler Leng appeared beside Ji Song with his hands down, and he smiled broadly: "Master, the princess is not asleep yet, I think she is waiting for her return."

Ji Song's heart warmed even more: "Well. Then... let's go to Wenzhang Garden to rest."

Yan Xining was salting salted duck eggs in the kitchen, he was a little distressed.I never expected that the guards' fighting power was so amazing that they picked all the pagoda trees from the pagoda tree in Pinmei Garden in one afternoon.The pickled Sophora japonica flowers were steamed into delicious Sophora japonica rice, which was swept away by them, and the Sophora japonica rice promised to Ji Song was gone.

Melancholy, he put the pure white duck eggs into the jar filled with concentrated salt water, hoping that Ji Song would forget about the Sophora japonica rice when he came back.When she heard the sound of a wheelchair coming from the courtyard, Yan Xining put down the duck egg in her hand and walked out of the kitchen: "You're back!"

Looking at Yan Xining's bright smile by the candlelight, Ji Song felt the tiredness all over his body was swept away.The corner of his lips raised: "Well, why haven't you rested yet?"

Leng Jun said that Yan Xining had been busy in the kitchen so that he would have something to eat when he came back.The feeling of being cared about by others is really warm, and Ji Song felt his body relax a lot.

Yan Xining scratched his cheek in embarrassment, and said truthfully: "Cook Lao Zhang sent me a basket of sea duck eggs, and I'm salting salted duck eggs." In order to work on his salted duck eggs, he has been tossing and tossing until now.

The smile on Ji Song's lips deepened, he couldn't bear to expose Yan Xining's good-natured lie.This person is obviously thinking about him, but he is so tactful when facing him, it's really considerate.

Yan Ke sniffed the fragrance in the air exaggeratedly: "It smells so good, what delicious food did you cook, Princess?"

Speaking of this, Yan Xining has something to say: "Today, there are steamed meat pies, egg custard, and a dish that you have never eaten before."

When he found that the Sophora japonica rice was gone, Yan Xining searched around the vegetable field, and unexpectedly let him find fresh vegetables.The small peppers he planted unexpectedly grew several emerald green peppers. The pepper seedlings were only one foot high, and the peppers were three inches long.

Yan Xining grabbed the peppers without hesitation, and he was going to make a dish for Ji Song and the others that Chu Liao didn't have - fried pork with peppers.The materials are all ready, just wait for Ji Song and the others to come back.

Yan Ke asked in surprise, "A dish I've never eaten before? What is it?"

Yan Xining rolled up her sleeves: "You will know in a while, just wait for me, this dish can be eaten as soon as it is fried."

Seeing Yan Xining's high spirits, Yan Ke lowered his voice: "Look, master, the princess really loves you."

If a person is willing to wait for him to go home, wash his hands and make soup for him, rack his brains to think of new dishes to make him eat better... If this is not love, Yan Ke is willing to stand on the roof for three days and three nights.

Ji Song didn't speak, his heart beat faster, and the light in his eyes became brighter.