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Chapter 199 Time difference

All the details of the local memoirs that Zhang Cai forged were taken into account, and they looked decent, as if there was really a civil unrest in Xuanfu.

First, he forged the presentation of Yang Wu, the governor of Xuanfu, and then the presentation of the censors of Datong and Xuanfu. After a set of procedures, Zhang Cai felt quite accomplished and gave Liu Jin a few of the prefaces he had drafted.

After reading it, Liu Jin nodded repeatedly: "Okay, okay! Well written! Quickly copy a few copies, the Transportation Government and Envoy Department Office, submit the report to the cabinet to see how the cabinet responds!"

"Oh by the way, don't tell Jiao Zhongtang about this. He is too honest. If he accidentally reveals the news, our family won't know how to end it."

Zhang Cai smiled and said, "Don't worry, father-in-law, you will take the lead in this matter. Who dares to reveal a word?"

"Yes." Liu Jin was very satisfied with Zhang Cai's obscure flattery, and for a moment he felt the pleasure of the world's general trend under control.

Then Zhang Cai, Cao Yuan and Liu Ji brought forged local memorials, mixed with memorials from various departments and handed them to the Tongzheng and Envoy Department, and then submitted them to the cabinet.

Before dark, the memorial was handed over. Because it was involved in local civil unrest, although the cabinet knew that it was very likely to be suppressed by Liu Jin, it immediately made a vote. Several major officials in the cabinet never thought that this matter was related to Liu Jin.

Xie Qian was not there, Jiao Fang was basically in control of the situation. He made a natural decision on this matter, and did not favor Liu Jin, nor did he help Xie Qian, nor did he doubt the authenticity of the memorial. He just made a vote according to the contents of the memorial.

After Liu Jin received the memorial with a cabinet ticket, he felt like he was treasured. He knew that he could not meet Zhu Houzhao that night, so he met the Saint early the next morning.

Zhu Houzhao was absurd and was sleepy after a night of vain. When she heard that Liu Jin was coming, she was a little impatient. But when Liu Jin thought about what he was reporting about Mrs. Zhong and the local civil unrest, she could only force herself to get angry and yawned and saw it all the way.

"...Your Majesty, this is a copy submitted by the local and six ministries. Please read it!"

Liu Jin did not want to attack Shen Xi on his own initiative, so he directly presented the local and six memorials attacking Shen Xi... These memorials were all aimed at Shen Xi, making things out of nothing, and spreading rumors to the point of being unscrupulous.

After Shen Xi arrived at the local area, he did nothing, but was falsely accused of vigorously promoting reforms, which aroused civil unrest in a short period of time.

Zhu Houzhao was so sleepy that she could not open her eyes. She picked a few memorials and read them. The memorials were almost the same, and most of them were in vernacular and easy to understand.

"Shen Shangshu has only been in trouble for a month after he went to the place? Could it be that someone deliberately wanted to borrow the matter of Shangshu Shen to go to Xuanfu to make trouble?"

After one night, Zhu Houzhao felt a little reminiscent. After all, Shen Xi went to Xuanfu too short. Even if there were any reforms to be implemented, one month was too tight from formulation, promulgation to specific implementation.

Liu Jin improperly said: "The Xuanfu was bathed in the grace of His Majesty, and there was peace... Did Your Majesty forget the benevolent policies you imposed after the Tartars invaded the territory last year? If it weren't for the change of the established policies and impose heavy taxes after Shen took office, how could the people of Xuanfu rebel?"

Zhu Houzhao frowned: "Things happened too suddenly. Let me calm down and sort out my thoughts!" After saying that, he supported his chin with his right hand and pinched the temples on both sides of his forehead with his left hand, closing his eyes to ponder.

After a while, Zhu Houzhao suddenly opened his eyes and asked, "I already know the local civil war. What's going on with Mrs. Zhong?"

Liu Jin was stunned for a moment. His thinking was jumping too fast, right? Then he realized that Zhu Houzhao didn't care about the so-called civil chaos in the local area, but also cared about the women he had been thinking about day and night.

"Reply to Your Majesty, Qian Qianhu sent someone to spread a message, saying that he would return to Beijing within half a month..."

Because Liu Jin had no communication with Qian Ning at all, in fact, he had no chance to see Qian Ning who was still in Liaodong at this time, so he could only make up casually.

Of course, in order to avoid revealing the situation, he will send someone to say hello to Qian Ning when he turns back. If he doesn't find Mrs. Zhong, he will not be afraid. Anyway, it is Qian Ning who reported it. If something happens, he can throw it out and put it on the tank.

"What? It will take half a month... I can't wait for a day!" Zhu Houzhao said with a frown.

Liu Jin didn't want to talk too much about Mrs. Zhong, and deliberately guided the topic: "The old slave must send someone to urge Qian Qianhu to return to Beijing as soon as possible... As for the matter of Xuanfu, I wonder what Your Majesty will do?"

Zhu Houzhao waved his hand: "What's the matter? It's just a troublemaker in the local area that makes trouble. It's really unreasonable to let me punish Shangshu Chen... If the matter can be resolved smoothly, I don't want to hold anyone accountable, do you understand?"

Liu Jin was stunned. Unexpectedly, after careful design, he said so lightly when Zhu Houzhao's mouth, and raised it high and let it go. He was very unwilling to continue to make suggestions, but Zhu Houzhao had already gotten up and yawned back to the backyard. He was so angry that he stamped his feet angrily, extremely frustrated.

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Liu Jin conspired to frame Chen Xi and thought he had made complete plans, but he ignored a fundamental problem, that is, Zhu Houzhao's trust in Chen Xi can be said to be deeply rooted. Even if Chen Xi was deposed, Zhu Houzhao knew it was his own problem. Although he swears to the outside world that he is right, he still reflects on himself in the dead of night.

In this way, Liu Jin's slander for Chen Xi was so loud that the raindrops were small, which made him very disappointed.

Although the Chenxi people are in Xuanfu, the intelligence system he built himself has penetrated into all aspects of the capital. Chenxi will soon know any changes.

This time was no exception. Just two days after the incident, Chen Xi learned about Liu Jin's small actions.

"... In order to frame the adults, Liu Jin not only created public opinion among the people, but also submitted the memorials in the name of Xuanfu and Datong, and submitted them to the Secretary for Lectures through the Tongzheng Envoy and the Cabinet. He then handed them to His Majesty himself to show his selflessness. Although His Majesty has not given any instructions now, Liu Jin will definitely take advantage of the issue and the adults must be careful..."

Yunliu was very angry when she learned about this.

In her eyes, Chen Xi is the embodiment of justice, and Liu Jin actually wants to harm him through rumors, which is simply unforgivable.

Chen Xi seemed very calm and did not worry about Liu Jin's frame. He said to himself: "If nothing unexpected happens, Liu Jin will make money again..."

Yun Liu was stunned at first, then understood and said, "Sir, will Liu Jin take the opportunity to increase the plunder of the local area, and the excuse is to quell the rebellion?"

Chen Xi nodded slightly and said, "It is obvious that Liu Jin focuses on interests in his work. Framing me is only one aspect, and more importantly, he is waiting for an opportunity to take away the power at hand..."

"If I, Governor Xuanda, is responsible for the rebellion, his interests will naturally be damaged, because military power will fall into my hands. This is a trick he missed... I guess he will regret it after he thinks it clearly, and maybe he will find a way to make up for it..."

Yun Liu frowned and thought carefully about Chen Xi's words.

After a while, she suddenly realized: "Sir, because Liu Jin had stopped His coming to Xuanfu, he made up lies and said that the local people in Xuanfu was in chaos, and he said it was your responsibility. But he had never thought that if there was a chaos in the people, would the military and political power be taken over by the adults?"

Chen Xi nodded: "Liu Jin is in high spirits now, and most of the time I don't think about this. Even if I think about it, he thinks that Yang Wu and others can restrict me. In the next step, he will definitely plunder and make money and gain enough benefits... Liu Jin has only had those few moves, and I don't even bother to think about what he will do next!"

Yun Liu sighed, "I know Liu Jin the most, or you, sir!"

Chen Xi smiled and said, "Since it is an enemy, of course we have to find out all his tricks... Liu Jin just used His Majesty's single channel to obtain information, and His Majesty made a big fuss about his trust in him. However, the chaos in the people could not meet his expectations at all. He could only vent his fortune by making money, which would further damage his reputation among local nobles... Liu Jin took another big step towards the dead end!"

Yun Liu stayed for a while before asking for instructions: "Sir, I wonder what you will arrange next?"

“Do whatever you should do.”

Chen Xi waved his hand, "I will deal with these bad things in the capital, so I will fight Liu Jin a few hundred miles away."

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From beginning to end, Chen Xi did not take Liu Jin's slander in his heart.

If Liu Jin relied on such a low-level lies and let Zhu Houzhao deprive him of his official position, then Emperor Zhengde, whom he once had high hopes, would not be worth worrying about and could return home to lie peacefully. Anyway, he was young and would always have a day to make a comeback.

Chen Xi never expected Zhu Houzhao to have absolute trust in him. He relied on this emperor student's idea of ​​calming the grassland in his heart. Only he could help him complete it. If he left the court, Zhu Houzhao would definitely give up all unrealistic delusions.

Chen Xi's military achievements were too prominent, and no one thought that Chen Xi would defeat a war.

After understanding this level, Chen Xi knew that Liu Jin must destroy his status as the "God of War" in Zhu Houzhao's mind, otherwise he would never have the chance to attack him.

Chen Xi had already learned everything, and the Governor's Office was still ignorant. Neither the Governor Yang Wu nor the Zhang Wenmian and Jiang Liwei sent by Liu Jin were aware of it.

Chen Xi was about to make a time difference and decided to go to the governor's office that day.

The enemy's land was in the enemy's place. Chen Xi was ready, and without notice in advance, he took Wang Lingzhi, Zhu Shan and other followers directly to the governor's office of Xuanfu.

When the people of Chenxi arrived outside the gate of the governor's yamen, Yang Wu was shocked when he learned the news.

"...What? Shangshu Chen is already outside the gate and is ready to come in?"

Yang Wu was very afraid of Chen Xi, even avoiding it, because Chen Xi had a high status in the Ming army. Those soldiers who were in the army heard that Chen Xi came to Xuanfu were all like chicken blood. They were excited and screamed, which made Yang Wu feel scared when he saw it.

He knew very well that Chen Xi's reputation among the border troops was unparalleled... Everyone wanted to make achievements, and Chen Xi was famous for being invincible. No matter how terrible his opponent was, he could be destroyed in front of Shen Xi.

The Battle of Tumu Fort, commanded by Chen Xi, can be said to be a classic battle in the Ming Dynasty and even the entire Chinese history of China. The time took place in the Hongzhi Dynasty, where rewards and punishments were clear. Ordinary soldiers basically became officers after the war, and the Beijing camp was not assigned many positions, so they were assigned to the Nine-Border Army. A few lucky people have now become middle-level generals.

These people usually brag in front of soldiers. How glorious they were with Chenxi at that time? How could they get military merits from a soldier fighting with Shangshu Chen for a few tough battles? How many land and house rewards were there? After a few trips, they believed a rumor in the army that they had meat to eat with Chenxi.

Although Yang Wu is a member of the eunuch party, it is impossible for everyone to join the eunuch party, and the people's support also determines the overall direction of the army.

Yang Wu said to Wen Xiangjin: "You go and stop me. I will go out later. You must not let Shangshu Chen enter the mansion."

Wen Xiangjin asked curiously: "Sir, why don't you let Shangshu Chen enter the mansion?"

Yang Wu roared like thunder: "Do you want him to know that there is someone hiding in this government house who wants to kill him? Or are you planning to let me take advantage of this opportunity to take action directly?"

"this……"

Wen Xiangjin was shocked and quickly dissuaded, "Sir, you must not. Shangshu Chen is the emperor's army. If he openly assassinated in the governor's yamen, he may not be able to escape the end of destroying the nine clans."

"I know why don't you go quickly? I will go to see him after a little preparation!"

Wen Xiangjin said hysterically.

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Chen Xi looked relaxed and didn't need to consider what would happen when he saw Zhang Wenmian and Jiang Liwei. He knew that Yang Wu would definitely avoid the encounter between the two sides.

After waiting for almost a quarter of an hour, the person from the Governor's Office came out. It was Yang Wu's aide Wen Xiangjin. Chen Xi had never seen this person after he arrived at Xuanfu, but during his investigation, he knew that Wen Xiangjin was quite respected by Yang Wu.

Wen Xiangjin stepped forward and greeted him respectfully, and then said, "Sir Shen, my master will come out to greet you soon."

Chen Xi raised his hand: "No need to be so troublesome. I have important matters to see Governor Yang. Just enter and wait in the hall."

After saying that, Chen Xi stepped forward, which made Wen Xiangjin very anxious and quickly stopped him: "Sir... As the saying goes, the guest will follow the host. It is not so suitable for you to enter like this. It is better to wait at the doorman first, and my master will take you in..."

Chen Xi asked curiously: "Why, this governor's yamen has something to be told that even the officials cannot enter?"

Wen Xiangjin was very embarrassed. Just when he didn't know how to answer, Yang Wu came late.

Yang Wu bowed from afar: "Ha, isn't this the Secretary of Chen? I haven't seen him for ten months, and the Secretary of Chen is as healthy as before... What are you waiting for? Prepare a car for Mr. Chen and go to the best restaurant in Xuanfu to welcome the adults!"

Chen Xi looked at Yang Wu and asked in a pretentious manner: "Didn't Governor Yang say that he would hold a banquet in the Governor's Office? Why did he suddenly change to the restaurant?"

"Oh, aren't you afraid of neglecting you, Shangshu Chen?"

Yang Wu smiled and approached. Chen Xi saw beads of sweat oozing from Yang Wu's eyebrows from the afterglow of the sunset. It was obvious that Yang Wu was in extreme embarrassment at this moment.

Chen Xi did not fight Yang Wu, and nodded directly: "Since Brother Yang has arrangements, please do it!"

Yang Wu was shocked by the sudden name of Chen Xi, and was a little flattered for a moment. Because the incident happened suddenly and the carriage had no time to prepare, Yang Wu invited Chen Xi to walk, but Chen Xi did not refuse.

The two most important civil servants in Xuanfu Town actually walked side by side through the streets and alleys. This scene is very rare. Fortunately, Shen Xi has not deeply experienced the customs and customs of the people since entering the city. This time, he also had the leisure and leisure of visiting the ancient town in his previous life.

When he arrived at the Qingyuan Building, the most famous Qingyuan Building in Xuanfu, Yang Wu asked Chen Xi to go straight to the second floor and pour tea for Chen Xi himself. He smiled and said, "Shangshu Chen, this mutton hotpot in Qingyuan Building is a unique one. He usually comes to the teeth and sacrifices occasionally. If you don't dislike it, you can come here often in the future and will never disappoint you..."

Chen Xi nodded: "It's just right to see. I have something important to discuss with Brother Yang on the table."

"I dare not take it, I dare not take it."

Yang Wu smiled and said, "Although I am a few years older, compared with Mr. Chen, my official position and qualifications are far inferior to Mr. Chen. How can I be called a 'brother'? What's wrong with Mr. Chen just saying that if I can help, I will be responsible for it... Haha, Mr. Chen is the emperor's teacher. If I have the opportunity to ask in person, it is a blessing for me to cultivate in three lives..."
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