manynovel Chapter 844 The Emperor is Really Doting on Jiang Aiqing
Chapter 844 The Emperor is Really Doting on Jiang Aiqing
Chapter 844 The Emperor is Really Doting on Jiang Aiqing
"Why not? It's just giving it to others anyway, at least they've done something practical."
"You have good intentions, but do you know that they are all puppets? Tong Huaian has the support of the Marquis' Mansion, and he is also smart, so he will not suffer any loss. But Wen Ruyu went to Jiangnan, is it really because of the Prime Minister's sincere love and care? He is just using her!" The second prince sneered.
"Your Senior Brother Wen is too naive. When the Prime Minister wanted to take you in as his disciple but failed, he accepted him as his last disciple as a second choice. Wasn't it because he saw that you had a close relationship with him and you couldn't refuse him?
When he went to Jiangnan, the Prime Minister took advantage of his relationship with you, knowing that you would not refuse him, so he grabbed a salt permit quota. "
"So what? We are just getting what we need. Senior Brother Wen is not stupid, can he still see his purpose? Being used is because there is value in being used." Jiang Youzhen shook his head.
Wen Ruyu needs a springboard, and the Prime Minister is this springboard. As for whether he will pay a price later, he will have to wait until he climbs up. It is too early to consider these things now.
The second prince was stunned. "Do you know what their purpose is? Why are you helping him so much? Is it just because of our friendship as classmates for so many years?
The Prime Minister is using you, but doesn't Wen Ruyu use you? I don't believe he doesn't know the Prime Minister's intention of accepting him as his last disciple. "
"I just said that it's because I can be used. He's my senior brother, so what's wrong with me giving him some convenience?
When he becomes successful in the future, if I need help, will he just sit there and watch? He owes me so much now, and he will have to repay me someday."
Does Jiang Youzhen think the second prince has a mysophobia? Officialdom is all about mutual exploitation, and at least she doesn't have to worry about Wen Ruyu stabbing him in the back.
The Second Prince suddenly found himself ridiculous. He was worried that Jiang Youzhen would be used by the Prime Minister and Wen Ruyu, but Jiang Youzhen not only knew it, but also enjoyed it, which made him seem too nosy.
"Yes, you all get what you need." The second prince shook his head in self-mockery.
What about me? Is it also about taking advantage of me and getting what I want? Is there any friendship at all?
He suddenly thought that he had not told Jiang Youzhen about his plan this time, nor had he sought cooperation with Jiang Youzhen, but Jiang Youzhen didn't care at all and turned around and chose someone else. He felt that he was being too sentimental.
I thought that after they had worked together so many times, Jiang Youzhen must think he was more reliable, but I didn't expect that they were just using each other!
Jiang Youzhen watched the second prince leave in silence and couldn't help wondering, was he provoked?
The next day, Jiang Youzhen sorted out the files, as well as some silver, money and account books, and prepared to send them to the Dali Temple.
Previously, the Dali Temple had sent people to pick up the suspect and bring him back to Beijing, and also took away some files. This time, the combination of what Jiang Youzhen brought and the Dali Temple would basically close the case.
She first wrote a rough closing petition, and then wrote two more memorials, one to eliminate the salt gang and the officials involved, and the amount of money seized this time.
The other letter detailed how the salt permit was implemented, how much was harvested, and how the progress was.
Both of these went very smoothly, and she was going to hand in the plaque to the palace today and hand them all over to the emperor. In fact, before returning to Beijing, Jiang Youzhen had already written several memorials and sent them back to Beijing, and now he was just finishing the work.
Because it was a business trip, Jiang Youzhen hadn't gone to the Ministry of Personnel or the government office to cancel her leave. She had been busy outside for so long, so it wouldn't be too much to rest for two more days, right?
imperial study room
"Your Majesty, Lord Jiang has handed in a sign to enter the palace." Zhou Zhong walked into the imperial study to report to the emperor.
"Let him in quickly!" The emperor was very happy when he heard Jiang Youzhen coming.
In fact, he had heard yesterday that Jiang Youzhen had returned to Beijing and wanted to summon him immediately, but when he thought of Jiang Youzhen's long journey and fatigue, he held back.
"Your Majesty, I am Jiang Youzhen, and I respectfully wish you good health." Jiang Youzhen bowed deeply as he entered the study.
"My dear Jiang, please stand up." The emperor looked at Jiang Youzhen with satisfaction.
"My dear Jiang, you have suffered a lot on this trip to Jiangnan!" The emperor was touched when he saw that Jiang Youzhen had lost a lot of weight and his face was no bigger than a palm.
"It's all my job. It's my honor to be able to share the emperor's worries and troubles." Jiang Youzhen said a few polite words.
The emperor laughed, "Don't make such a fuss. I don't know your personality well enough."
Jiang Youzhen immediately smiled embarrassedly. Wasn't there a big carrot of double promotion waiting for her?
"Zhou Zhong, show Mr. Jiang Ai a seat."
Zhou Zhong was very surprised. Even some of the old and powerful ministers did not receive such treatment. The emperor really doted on Lord Jiang. Zhou Zhong was once again shocked by Jiang Youzhen's favor.
In fact, even Jiang Youzhen himself was surprised. After all, ministers were not allowed to sit down when they came to the imperial study. Unless they were old and respected ministers, the emperor would sympathize with their old age and give them a seat.
President Zhou personally brought an armchair to Jiang Youzhen, and the emperor said casually, "Sit down!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Jiang Youzhen looked very nervous and only sat a little bit, leaving only half of his buttocks.
"This trip to Jiangnan went very smoothly. Not only did we get rid of the salt gang and capture those corrupt officials, but we also proposed a new policy on salt imports."
The emperor felt that Jiang Youzhen was extremely capable. If the court was full of capable and courageous ministers like Jiang Youzhen, then why would he worry that the current dynasty would not become a peaceful and prosperous era?
"It has been implemented so smoothly, but the number of salt inspectors will also increase in the future. Salt permits are very important, and your proposal to replace them once a year is also the best way to prevent collusion between officials and businessmen."
The salt permits were renewed once a year, and merchants who had purchased them could not buy them again within three years. The so-called "everyone makes money" was actually to prevent officials and merchants from becoming a long-term community of interests.
The emperor sighed, "Once the Salt Gang is eliminated, my biggest worry will be gone."
"I have one more thing to ask of you, Your Majesty." Jiang Youzhen said suddenly.
"Your Majesty Jiang, please feel free to speak."
“Your Majesty, the Deputy Director of the Transport Commissioner’s Office, Liao Zhengping, discovered that his superiors were colluding with the Salt Gang, and he has retained some evidence.
It's a pity that in the end, Lord Liao Zhengping and his wife both died at the hands of traitors, leaving Lord Liao's two children alone and helpless. They are still young, but they understand the greater good, and they said they don't ask for a settlement, but only ask the emperor to clear Lord Liao's name. "
The emperor was deeply moved when he heard this. "I know Liao Zhengping. He is an honest official, upright and loyal. Please rest assured, brother and sister. After this case is settled, I will posthumously confer the title of Loyalty Earl on Liao Zhengping, and his fief will be inherited by his descendants."
Jiang Youzhen was very surprised. He didn't expect that he would be given a posthumous title so readily. But don't expect to inherit the title of Earl. This is a posthumous title.
The emperor meant that he would not accept the title, but would only enjoy the fiefdom left by the posthumous title. When Liao Zhengping's son passed away, there would be no such benefits.