Chapter 145: Did I give you face? (Subscribed)

at last.

When the last person walked into the courtyard and arrived at the waterside pavilion,
Looking at these familiar faces.

Gao Wuguan and Xu Kun were already completely confused.

When they were sure that there were more than just the two of them tonight, Gao Wuguan and Xu Kun each had countless guesses in their minds.

It's just something they didn't expect.

The people who came were actually officials in the court.

Even among these people, there were many officials such as Gao Wuguan and Xu Kun who had deep relations with their two families.

Silently, the two turned to look at Yan Shaoting, who was sitting by the water with a smile on his face.

What exactly is this guy up to today?
"Your humble servant has met with Master Yan."

"Meet Yan Shidu."

"Today, Assistant Master Yan is hosting a banquet. I would like to thank you in advance."

"..."

The officials who were invited to come have already bowed one after another to express their gratitude.

Subsequently.

There was no need for Yan Shaoting, the host, or Xu Wei, who was serving on the side, to make any arrangements. The officials who came had already found their seats according to their official rank and the level of their authority.

These are essential skills for veteran officials and do not require special arrangements.

Wait until everyone is seated.

Xu Kun finally couldn't wait any longer and looked at Yan Shaoting with curiosity on his face.

"Brother Yan Shi, I wonder what the situation at Fangchunlou tonight is all about?"

Gao Wuguan was also unwilling to be left behind, and said in a deep voice: "No matter what it is, as long as it is Brother Yan Shi's business, I, Gao, will definitely help you with all my strength and will never make it difficult for Brother Yan Shi!"

After saying that.

The two of them were sitting opposite each other in the seat closest to Yan Shaoting. Gao Wuguan, who was sitting opposite them, glanced at Xu Kun who was sitting opposite them.

On the status of father.

My father, Gao Wuguan, cannot compare to your father, Xu Kun.

But about speaking.

You, the son of the Second Prime Minister, cannot compare to me, the son of a cabinet minister.

Xu Kun simply ignored Gao Wuguan's provocative look.

What's so great about Gao Wuguan?

Even if Gao Gong has a peaceful life all the way and wants to sit on the position of Prime Minister of the Cabinet, he has to wait for my father, Xu Kun's father, the Lord Xu of the Ming Dynasty, to step down from the position of Prime Minister in the future. Only then can it be the turn of your father, Gao Wuguan, to sit on that position!

What’s the use of being able to speak?

Who here can’t speak?

Your dad is not as good as my dad!

In the end, Xu Kun finally gave Gao Wuguan a look that was equally full of sarcasm.

When Gao Wuguan and Xu Kun were secretly competing with each other through eye contact.

Yan Shaoting tapped the table with his fingers.

He coughed lightly and said with a smile on his face, "The reason I invited you all here today is actually because I received a lecture from the Western Garden. His Majesty asked Eunuch Lu to convey a few words to me, so I had no choice but to invite you all here and tell you what His Majesty meant."

Although he was staying in Changping, the Taoist priest did ask Lu Fang to convey a few words to him.

The Taoist priest's general intention was that he hoped his beloved minister Yan Runwu could continue to take on his duties in the court, come up with a feasible list of officials to fill the vacancies in the quartermaster department as soon as possible, and continue to do his job.

When everyone present heard this, they realized that the emperor was also involved.

They all sat up straight and looked at Yan Shaoting.

"We will listen respectfully to the instructions given by Servant Yan."

Yan Shaoting waved his hand and said, "In fact, this is also something that everyone has been concerned about recently. Xiyuan said that a list of vacancies in the court involving military supplies should be submitted as soon as possible. After the cabinet and the Ministry of Personnel nod their approval, it will be sent to Xiyuan for review. If all parties have no objection, the matter will be settled."

It’s really about military supplies!
There was a murmur among the people present.

Xu Kun raised the corner of his mouth slightly.

This matter is exactly as my father said, the final will of the emperor falls on Yan Shaoting.

Xu Kun looked at everyone.

The son of the second prime minister of the Ming Dynasty Cabinet, just a look.

He ordered the officials who were discussing the matter to keep quiet.

Xu Kun smiled and said, "Brother Yan is highly respected by the emperor. Now that he is in charge of military supplies, the court will naturally follow his lead."

Gao Wuguan, who was sitting opposite, had a hint of confusion in his eyes.

How come Xu Laoer suddenly became able to speak?

Just one second.

Xu Kun then continued, "It is just that the imperial court has always considered and weighed many factors when selecting officials. Official positions in the imperial court, no matter how big or small, are all important to the country and should not be given lightly.

Brother Yan Shi is now in the emperor's favor, but this matter is not easy to handle.

If Brother Yan Shi has any concerns, please tell me as soon as possible so that we can discuss it together. We cannot let Brother Yan Shi have a hard time reporting to His Majesty."

As soon as these words came out, Yan Shaoting glanced at Xu Kun, who was being nodded in agreement by everyone present.

He is indeed a good person.

These words made everyone present agree.

Gao Wuguan glanced at Yan Shaoting and thought about the military supplies issue and the internal discussions within the Gao family.

His face was solemn, and he said in a deep voice: "Brother Xu Shi also said that official positions in the country are all important tools for the country and should not be given lightly. Now that His Majesty has handed the matter over to Brother Yan Shi, it is naturally His Majesty's wisdom.

Brother Yan Shi has contributed millions of taels of silver to the imperial court this year alone. Whether it is the local affairs or the affairs in the capital, he has been highly praised by the Western Garden and the Cabinet.

I think Brother Yan Shi has already made up his mind, so we can just wait for him to give us his advice."

After saying this, Gao Wuguan did not forget to send a look to Xu Kun.

You, Xu Laoer, want to be like Xu Laodi, want to take everything into consideration and please everyone, but I'm afraid you are still lacking some skills.

Xu Kun's face changed immediately. He hurriedly bowed to Yan Shaoting and said, "Brother Yan, I am biased. Brother Yan is very talented, and I think this matter has been planned, otherwise there would not be a gathering in Fangchun Tower today."

Yan Shaoting waved his hand and looked at Xu Kun and Gao Wuguan.

"Speaking of which, I am actually a little confused about the shortage of quartermasters. Otherwise, I would not have invited you all to Fangchun Tower."

Gao Wuguan was stunned.

Does Yan Shaoting really want to discuss the shortage of quartermasters with all parties?
Yan Shaoting also continued: "The vacancies in the military supply department, not counting those that are not filled, there are dozens of positions recorded by the court. In all aspects, I have no experience as an official in the Ministry of Personnel.

All of you present here are senior officials in the court, with more experience than me. You must have better insights than me on how to fill the vacancy of the quartermaster."

A nice word was said.

Everyone present was smiling.

The atmosphere has improved.

Everyone also felt a little closer to Yan Shaoting.

Check it out.

Who said Yan Shaoting only knows how to flatter his superiors?

Unity is the most important thing.

He is Lord Yan, and he is not inferior to me!
Just one second.

Yan Shaoting's face darkened and he changed the subject.

"There is just one thing that I cannot figure out, and I would like to ask you to explain it to me. This is also my request for advice from you seniors!"

Said he was asking for advice.

But Yan Shaoting's expression betrayed him.

The atmosphere at the originally harmonious scene suddenly became stagnant.

Xu Kun was even more stunned. After a while, he said, "Brother Yan Shi..."

Yan Shaoting turned his head and looked at Xu Laoer.

He snorted coldly and slapped the stack of papers on the table.

"This officer!"

"Before entering the city today, I read through the Ming Dynasty Law..."

When the three words "Ming Dynasty Law" came out of Yan Shaoting's mouth, even Xu Kun's face changed.

Everyone present turned their eyes and looked at each other.

Things seem to be a little different.

On the other hand, Gao Wuguan's eyes were full of smiles.

I know that Yan Shaoting never plays by the rules.

Dad is still awesome.

I knew that Yan Shaoting would cause trouble when there was a vacancy for quartermaster.

Gao Wuguan immediately bowed and said, "Brother Yan, no matter what questions you have or what matters you have, just tell me. Although I am not talented, my father is an assistant minister of the cabinet and is in charge of the Ministry of Revenue, and this military supply matter also falls under the Ministry of Revenue. No matter what difficulties Brother Yan has, I will definitely explain to my father and will never let Brother Yan have any difficulties!"

When it comes to military supplies, the Gao family must stand on Yan Shaoting's side.

This was what Gao Gong specifically told Gao Wuguan before he left for Changping today.

Even if Yan Shaoting wanted to arrange a few people from the Yan family to work in military supplies, he could not let the Xu family gain any more benefits.

Yan Shaoting looked at Boss Gao and nodded.

He turned his head again and glanced at everyone present.

"I not only looked through the Great Ming Code, but also read the Treasure Instructions of Taizu, Treasure Instructions of Chengzu, Treasure Instructions of Renzong, Treasure Instructions of Xuanzong, and Treasure Instructions of the four dynasties of Yingzong, Xianzong, Xiaozong, and Wuzong."

rule.

This was the experience Yan Shaoting learned after the censors in the capital rose up to impeach him.

Since this time, Yan Shaoting set a rule for himself.

That means when you speak in the court in the future, you must be clear about your purpose.

When everyone present saw Yan Shaoting mention the Ming Dynasty Law and the eight emperors' precious instructions since the founding of the Ming Dynasty, their faces became tense.

No one knows why Yan Shaoting said this.

Yan Shaoting said coldly: "I think you are already confused as to why I want to read these."

"Then I will tell you now."

"I have read all these books and have never seen a single rule that officials in our dynasty can be appointed or dismissed privately! I have never seen a rule that official positions in our Ming dynasty can be decided based on a piece of thin paper without consultation and review by the ministry!"

After saying that, Yan Shaoting waved his hand.

Xu Wei immediately stepped forward and picked up the stack of papers that had been held in Yan Shaoting's hand, then went around and distributed one to each person present.

When everyone, including Xu Kun and Gao Wuguan who had been curious about what was on the paper, understood the contents of the paper, everyone was shocked and their faces changed drastically.

The contents of these notes are all the same.

Every word and sentence was copied from the Ming Code and other relevant legal provisions of the Ming Dynasty.

All of these regulations discuss the selection of official positions in the Ming Dynasty.

There are also clear regulations on the punishment measures for privately granting and accepting official positions and selling official positions and titles in the court.

Yan Shaoting snorted coldly and his face darkened.

There was a bang.

He slammed his palms on the table.

"Who gave you face?!"

"How dare you expect me to give the most important weapon of the dynasty to the person you choose with just a piece of paper!"

"Who gave you such courage?!"

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