Originally, we wanted to discuss military affairs in Jiangnan, but the topic gradually fell on military affairs in Northwest. In the end, we only talked about the result of asking the emperor for advice.

For the Ministry of War, this situation was not satisfactory. Wang Qiong never put his hope on the emperor. He wanted Liang Chu or Xiao Jing to give him some good advice.

Chen Xi's shirks and perfunctory made Wang Qiong very disappointed, but he was helpless.

Chen Xi and Lu Wan came out of the Ministry of War. Lu Wan walked and said, "Shangshu Chen, you don't have to let some things come down... It's best for you to take care of military affairs."

Lu Wan means that if there is any problem in the Ministry of War, you don’t have to come to me. If you don’t have the position, you won’t do anything. Anyway, if you have the ability, I will still focus on the affairs of the Censorate.

Chen Xi smiled and said, "This invitation is the intention of colleagues from the Ministry of War. I have no idea before going to the court."

"hehe."

Lu Wan smiled bitterly on his face, obviously worried that he would not be at peace after leaving the Ministry of War.

When they arrived at the entrance of the military department, Lu Wan bowed to Chen Xi and then got on the official sedan chair and left.

"Shangshu Chen, are you going to return to the Ministry of Personnel, or just go back home?"

At this time, Wang Xian, the new right assistant minister of the Ministry of War, happened to come out and saw Chen Xi standing at the door, and hurried forward to greet him.

Wang Xian was a Jinshi in the third year of Hongzhi. He served as the magistrate of Fuping and Hua County. At the end of Hongzhi, he was promoted to the Chief of the Dali Temple. He was later promoted to the Right Assistant Censor, clearing the military farm in Gansu. He was later promoted to the Right Deputy Censor and Governor Liaodong. At this time, Wang Xian was promoted to the capital from the Governor of Liaodong and replaced Tang Yin as the Right Assistant Minister of the Ministry of War. Because he had a short time to perform his duties in the capital and had no qualifications in the center, he was not allowed to attend this meeting of the Ministry of War.

Chen Xi had a smile on his face, not that he was laughing at Wang Xian for overestimating his abilities, but that he thought that Wang Qiong, Wang Shouren and Wang Xian were in charge of the Ministry of War, which was called "Three Kings in Power". He thought it was very interesting, and of course he knew that this was just a coincidence.

Chen Xi smiled and said, "Wei Gang, do you still adapt to everything after you arrive in the capital?"

"Thank you, Mr. Chen, for your concern!" Wang Xian bowed and bowed, "Everything is OK, but I am currently familiar with the work at hand. I believe it will be smoothed out in no time!"

"Um!"

Chen Xi nodded and said, "I'm going to go back to the house... It's getting late, and I can't do anything when I return to the Ministry of Personnel now, so I'd better go back to the house early to rest."

"hehe!"

Wang Xian laughed twice and said, "Thank you for your hard work in Shangshu Chen, I won't bother you anymore, please."

After saying that, he watched Chen Xi get into the sedan chair, and then he turned back to the military office.

After Chen Xi left, Wang Qiong and Wang Shouren were arguing loudly, so that Wang Xian could hear fierce quarrels outside the office.

"…The Ministry of War cannot be responsible for such a big deal."

When Wang Xian got closer, he heard Wang Qiong's complaint.

Because Wang Xian came over, Wang Shouren didn't say anything else, and Wang Qiong also stopped and his eyes fell on Wang Xian.

Wang Xian first gave a simple salute and said, "Shangshu Chen has returned to his home."

Wang Qiong shook his head and sighed: "Your Majesty arranged for him to preside over the expedition to Folangji, but now everything needs to be borne by the Ministry of War. Who will be responsible if something goes wrong?"

Wang Shouren quickly said: "In fact, there is no need to worry too much. If you have any questions, report them directly to Your Majesty. This is the same as Shangshu Chen."

Wang Shouren's words were more explained to Wang Xian.

For Wang Qiong and Wang Shouren, Wang Xian could never be considered a "personal person". Just like they first boycotted Tang Yin, in their opinion, Wang Xian was not qualified to be transferred directly to the Minister of War. According to convention, the Ministry of War was mostly promoted from the northwest. Wang Xian did not have a rich resume, nor did he achieve commendable contributions, and he has not exceeded his colleagues' abilities so far.

Wang Xian said: "Your Majesty is in Xuanfu, and his memorials are taking a lot of time and may not receive any response. It is better to go to the Chanshu Chen's mansion for a few more times."

"it's useless."

Wang Qiong was a little discouraged.

Wang Xian smiled and said, "It would be better for the Ministry of War to put things down... The matters in Jiangnan were handed over to the Nanjing Ministry of War. It is two years before His Majesty's prescribed deadline?"

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As the third-ranked Grand Secretary in the cabinet, Chen Xi has greater power than the prime minister, and the power structure in the North Korea and China has also undergone drastic changes.

But Chen Xi's achievements were too amazing, and they were also considered the successor designated by Xie Qian. He was in charge of the government affairs and there were few oppositions in the court. Even ministers who had a certain gap with Chen Xi did not think that Chen Xi would harm the country and the people. Instead, they opposed some of the emperor's actions.

Chen Xi knew his position very well and would not treat his colleagues with a high attitude of giving orders. Many times, he knew better than Xie Qian to imprison him and was at ease in handling the government affairs.

That night, Chen Xi spent the night at Hui Niang.

After having a simple supper, Hui Niang mentioned intentionally or unintentionally: "Is the Zhang family's case over here?"

The government and the country were in jail for a long time. Chen Xi told her the latest news from time to time, but in the past few days, she suddenly forgot that such a thing was happening and refused to mention it. Hui Niang felt that Chen Xi might be avoiding something. What she feared most was that the Zhang brothers were finally acquitted.

Chen Xi introduced the current situation: "Your Majesty cannot kill you for the time being, but you will not let it go so easily."

"That's the matter dragged on?" Hui Niang asked again.

Chen Xi shook his head gently: "As long as the empress dowager is alive one day, the Zhang brothers will be protected... Your Majesty also has taboos in many things. Your Majesty seems to have no affection for the empress dowager, but in the end you still have to pay attention to filial piety. No matter how rebellious a child is, he will not kill his uncle."

Hui Niang lowered her head and said nothing, Li Jin interrupted, "It's really a bargain."

Chen Xi was helpless: "After struggling, we have completely broken up with the Zhang family. Now that we have a big fight, I have nothing to be afraid of... But even if the Zhang family is so guilty, they are blood relatives with His Majesty, and it is difficult for them to be dealt with for the time being."

"Um."

Hui Niang nodded, not saying anything.

Chen Xidao: "If Huiniang really hates them, I can use some unconventional means."

Hui Niang was a little surprised: "The master wants to add fuel to the fire in front of His Majesty and denounce their crimes, or should he directly attack the prison cell and put him to death? I'm afraid it's not easy?"

Chen Xi heard from Hui Niang's tone that Hui Niang was not disgusted with his assassination of the Zhang brothers, but was afraid of some deviations.

But soon, Hui Niang changed her words: "Even if I have a grudge against them, after all, time has changed, and what they did is to destroy my wealth and not be destroyed. If you use those shameful means... it will violate the rules and regulations of the court and become a sinner."

Hui Niang is much better than before in terms of overall situation, which makes Chen Xi very pleased and nodded immediately: "Even if you don't kill them, you have to teach them a lesson."

"This is a matter in the court, so I won't ask more about it." Hui Niang was afraid that she would affect Chen Xi's decision if she said too much, so she looked forward and took responsibility, so she kept silent.

But Chen Xi was thinking seriously and soon made a decision in his heart.

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The next morning, Chen Xi took advantage of the rest and walked to the Military Academy.

In the past two years, Chenxi has been no longer in the capital, and the military school has become a nameless place. This school where the emperor was named the principal has only been opened for two periods. Now it is completely deserted, and the Ministry of War does not take it seriously at all.

There were several old soldiers in the military school to take care of them, but the house was still clean. Chen Xi came to the school building to organize things, mostly the lesson plans he left behind, and he was going to take them back this time.

After resigning as Minister of War, the military school was no longer under his jurisdiction. His previous teacher and the talents he trained had been transferred to Jiangnan New City to continue to cultivate military talents. In his opinion, this military school no longer had the need to exist.

"Sir, I'm here."

Just as Shen Xi was in a daze at the lesson plan, Zhu Hong came in to report.

Chen Xi nodded and waved his hand to signal Zhu Hong to take the person to the backyard.

Not long after, Chen Xi came to the backyard. People were waiting, but Peng Yu, who is now doing well in the inner palace.

"Sir, I would like to pay you my respects."

Peng Yu talks nonsense when he sees people and ghosts, which is also his professional habit. However, the joy on his face when he sees Chen Xi is from the bottom of his heart, because the reason why he has been so smooth in the past two years is that Chen Xi secretly helps him.

Chen Xi looked at Peng Yu, who was smiling but in front of him, but his clothes were simple and low-key, and thought to himself: "It may be right that he was not transferred to the Sixth Department Office to do things."

Chen Xi smiled and said, "Xiao Yuer, I haven't seen you recently. The transaction is doing well, right?"

Peng Yu was a little surprised at first, then laughed and said, "Sir, are you talking nonsense? They are all small businesses, how can you compare with you? You are the country of Ming Dynasty now, and the young ones dare not boast about you."

Chen Xidao: "Then you boast about it, what should you say? You should say that you are doing a lot of business?"

When he came up, he asked about the business. Chen Xi didn't treat Peng Yu as an outsider, as if the two of them could talk about anything.

Peng Yu leaned forward and said mysteriously: "It's just that the adults are asking, but the little one will tell the truth that there will be a thousand-eight-hundred taels of silver in this year. If it's a good year, you will earn more."

"But now the Ministry of Justice has investigated strictly, and things like before... are not easy to do. The new Minister of State All started to review the case shortly after arriving. All female relatives were all appointed as the Education Office and acted according to the rules, but the villain had their own ways everywhere..."

Chen Xi had a smile on his face. He was still in the middle of rest. He had time and waved his hand immediately and signaled Peng Yu to sit down and say.

At the beginning, Peng Yu did not dare to sit on an equal footing with Chen Xi, but after getting along for a long time, he knew that Chen Xi never put on airs and was even more bored with politeness, so he sat opposite Chen Xi, but he still seemed very restrained and helpless, but his face was full of pride and pride.

Chen Xi picked up the teapot and was about to pour tea for Peng Yu, but Peng Yu quickly stood up: "Sir, what are you doing? Let the younger one come."

As he said that, Peng Yu took the teapot and respectfully poured Chen Xi a tea. After Chen Xi pointed, he poured himself a cup of tremblingly.

Peng Yu was reluctant to drink tea for a long time. This was no longer ordinary tea, but more like a symbol of identity for Peng Yu.

Chen Xidao: "I didn't ask carefully before, and I'll talk about the current transaction process?"

Peng Yu grinned and said, "In the past, the Ministry of Justice's review was not so strict. Any female family member who was confiscated and imprisoned, people outside had gone in and saw it first. After buying the appropriate ones, some of them were left with mediocre appearance, lack of talent, or had no background. Then they were sent to the Jiaofangsi, Washing Clothes Bureau and other yamen. Anyone who was worse might be sold directly to the Qinlou Chuguan in the private area."

"Now the Ministry of Justice is getting stricter every day. All officials and people in the music industry must follow the rules. However, as long as there is a palace approval document, you can just go to the washing clothes bureau and get it out from other channels."

"Even if the Ministry of Justice discovers, it's hard to say anything. After all, it has nothing to do with the Ministry of Justice. However, now this Minister of Justice seems to be intentionally trying to plug this loophole... It's just a rumor for the time being, and it hasn't been implemented in detail yet."

Chen Xi nodded: "This is really unexpected to me."

Peng Yu said: "Sir, are there no girls in your mansion? The officialdom in Jiangnan has changed a lot recently. There are many women in the official family who have been convicted, including many of them... Do you need to keep some for you? You don't have to go to the Ministry of Justice. Yingtian Mansion will get things done and send people to the capital, and there will be no future troubles."

◇◆   Chen Xi smiled and said, "I heard that you mean, you have done business in Nanjing?"

"Hey!"

Peng Yu was a little shy and smiled, "It's all about the benefits of the master. Only in front of you, can you speak freely. You dare not explain the tricks in front of others... If something goes wrong, it will cause you to lose your head!"
To be continued...