The situation in Nanjing has become more and more complicated. On the surface, it is peaceful, but the whole of Nanjing is shrouded in a weird atmosphere. News from Hangzhou and Yangzhou has slowly spread back. Although many people don't know it yet, Nanjing's The square is only that big, so a lot of information cannot be hidden.

In the Hangzhou case of embezzlement of military pay, a guard has been arrested. Although it seems to be very stable now, all fools know that this matter is far from over. The incident in Yangzhou shocked the entire Nanjing officialdom, and the governor of South Zhili The matter has already spread a lot. Many people can imagine what kind of shock it will be once this matter reaches the capital.

Many people are insecure and stay at home all day, fearing that something will involve them. Among these things, the Duke of Wei is also involved, and such messages are even more popular. But today, Duke Wei There was no news from the government, and the matter of military reform seemed to have ceased to exist. No one was mentioning it.

But all this was broken with the arrival of a person, this person was Zhou Jiamo, the Minister of Civil Affairs, the imperial minister who patrolled the sky. Now everyone knew that the imperial court was going to take action, although many people were full of uneasiness. But what was supposed to come came anyway.

On this day, the pier was crowded with people. Whether they were officials from the Six Ministries of Nanjing, other yamen, or local officials from South Zhili, they all gathered here. Naturally, people from the military also came. Wei Guogong stood on the pier in a military uniform, high-spirited. He and the people around him pointed at something. It seemed that the rumors in the previous paragraph had no impact, and he looked calm and calm.

"Sir, something seems to be wrong with Duke Wei. Is there something wrong with our plan?" Qian Zhe, the Minister of Household Affairs in Nanjing, looked very ugly. He glanced at the old man beside him and asked cautiously.

"Master Qian, we have joined forces with you and have united so many like-minded people, how could we fail so easily? Don't scare yourself! Nanjing is already an iron net, and Zhou Jiamo will not be afraid of trapping him to death if he bumps into it. These things we We will make arrangements. How are you doing with things in Luoyang? That is the only way out and there is no room for failure." The official uniform worn by the old man was none other than Cheng Yi, the Minister of the Ministry of Civil Affairs of Nanjing. At this time, Cheng Yi looked calm and calm. He looked light, stroking his beard, and confident.

A flash of darkness flashed in Qian Zhe's eyes, but he didn't say anything. He nodded slowly and said seriously: "Don't worry, sir, people from Luoyang have been sent there. This time, no people from the capital were used." .I didn’t tell them, and the news would not be leaked. But there is one thing I am worried about, whether Luoyang will agree with our opinion, that person does not seem to be an ambitious person!"

Shaking his head, Cheng Yi said with a smile: "People are ambitious, but many people don't have the chance. What's more, how could that person be willing? It's just that there is no other way. We gave him a chance, how could he give up. What's more, the ones who are going this time are Su Qin, Zhang Yi and his like, so naturally they are somewhat sure. If it doesn't work, just force them to do it. Of course, this is the last resort!"

He nodded. Qian Zhe did not continue talking, but changed the subject and said: "This time Zhou Jiamo came to Nanjing with bad intentions. But it is better not to do that until the end. After all, it is not a trivial matter!"

Cheng Yi's expression also became serious, he nodded and said: "Of course I know this, it is not impossible! Otherwise, what should we do? Waiting to have our family confiscated and exterminated? The Donglin Party has learned from the past, and we cannot sit still and wait for death!"

Instead of arguing with Cheng Yi, it was useless to talk about the established matters. Qian Zhe still sighed and said helplessly: "No matter what, Wei Guogong is always a stumbling block. If I don't move him away, I will always feel uneasy.

However, the foundation of Wei Guogong's mansion is too deep, and the previous arrangements seem to have no effect. Does Cheng Gong have any good ideas?"

Sighing softly, Cheng Yi also said helplessly: "It's not easy to move to Wei Guogong! But it might be possible to find some way to move Wei Guogong away. Let me think of a way, but the hope is not very high!"

"Mr. Cheng, I think we should find some solutions from Jin Yiwei. We don't seem to have many solutions." Qian Zhe said with a stern face as a fierce look flashed across his face.

Glancing at Qian Zhe, Cheng Yi nodded slowly. He didn't expect Qian Zhe to have such a way. However, Cheng Yi was still a little hesitant and said with a little worry: "Nanjing Jinyiwei Commander Zhang Dake is not a simple person.

, I’m afraid it will be very difficult to find trouble under his hands!”

"Mr. Cheng, what happened in Hangzhou this time involved Zhou Feng, a Qianhu of Jinyiwei in Hangzhou. This person was not arranged casually. It took a lot of effort to arrange this person in the first place. He is Zhang Dake's favorite concubine.

Brother, even if we can’t let Zhang Dake handle this matter, we can still pull Zhang Dake down! Even if Zhou Jiamo is an honest official and a capable official, he is still a civil servant after all. Civil servants and Jin Yiwei are natural enemies. Zhou Jiamo may not go to Jin Yiwei.

It's trouble, but if the clue is really handed to him, he won't hesitate at all." A strange look flashed across Qian Zhe's face, and he smiled coldly.

Seeing Cheng Yi nodding, Qian Zhe spoke again: "What's more, Zhou Jiamo is coming in force this time in the name of a patrol guard on behalf of the sky. He must be investigating the case in Hangzhou. At this time, we push Zhou Feng and Zhang Dake out

, he will take care of it even if he doesn’t care!”

Glancing at Qian Zhe with admiration, Cheng Yi nodded with satisfaction and said, "Yes, Mr. Qian is interested. Mr. Qian will arrange this matter. If Zhang Dake can be brought down, a big stone will fall to the ground.

If we have to move Duke Wei away in the future, we will save a lot of energy. After all, I still have some connections in Jinyiwei, so I can still do something!"

Although Qian Zhe kept a smile on his face, he couldn't help but sneer in his heart. He was really an old fox. Zhang Dake hadn't fallen yet, but he actually wanted to reap the benefits, but don't get too happy too early. This southeastern ground is not for you.

Shanxi people can really interfere with each of us!

Several thoughts went through his mind, but Qian Zhe didn't see his cousin coming out, so he still said kindly: "Don't worry, Mr. Cheng, I will arrange this matter!"

The two people stood relatively close to the front. There were no people around them, so no one could hear what they were saying. But no one cared about them. After all, many people were talking in groups.

It wasn't until the sun rose very high that a clipper with a message came here. After about half an hour, the imperial envoy's fleet slowly came over. This was a fleet composed of five ships.

, both sides of the ship were guarded by the imperial envoy, and the imperial envoy's flag was fluttering in the wind.

"All the officials in Nanjing are here to welcome the imperial envoy!" All the officials in Nanjing did not dare to show any slightest care. They all bowed and saluted. Those who were not in high positions all knelt down to salute.

But what disappointed these people was that it was not Zhou Jiamo who came out, but the captain of the imperial guard. However, no one dared to underestimate him, because he was holding a yellow scroll in his hand, which was the imperial edict of Emperor Tianqi!

"The imperial edict has arrived!" The guard captain showed no expression on his face, and his eyes swept over everyone.

"I have received the order, long live my emperor!" A shout rang out on the pier for a while, and the sound was very loud.

The captain of the guard seemed not to have heard. He slowly unfolded the imperial edict and said with a serious face: "The emperor is destined to be blessed by heaven. The edict says: Since the three emperors ruled the world and the five emperors were in line, the emperor has been responsible for herding and nourishing the people. The official is the most important person in the country.

Shepherding the people for the emperor

. It is the foundation of the country. Such important matters must be observed by me. I have been specially appointed to the Cabinet of Ministers of the Ministry of Civil Affairs, Dr. Ronglu, and the scholar Zhou Jiamo to inspect the administration of officials and patrol on behalf of heaven. I will act arbitrarily when the opportunity arises and act expediently wherever I go.

It’s like I’m here in person! I appreciate this!”

"Long live my emperor!" Everyone hurriedly saluted again. It was not until the captain of the guard put away the imperial edict that everyone stood up.

"My lords, Lord Zhou has been tired of traveling all the way. He occasionally felt cold on the road and felt unwell. Now he is bedridden. The confession has been sent to the capital. It is inconvenient for you to come out to see you. Lords, please go back!" said the captain of the guard.

They walked out together, saluted everyone respectfully, and said calmly.

At this time, things were going crazy on the shore. Some people were happy, some were disappointed, and most were doubtful. However, no one was stupid enough to say it. They all had sighs on their faces, as if it was their father who was sick. Some even

After shedding tears, some people wanted to board the ship to visit Zhou Jiamo. The captain of the guard ignored everyone's reaction, but all those who wanted to see Zhou Jiamo were blocked.

It's so lively here. On a river, a blessing boat is driving slowly. An old man is sitting on the edge of the boat. He has a bamboo hat on his head, coarse clothes on his body, and a bamboo stick in his hand.

The fishing rod is made by a professional, with a calm and comfortable look on his face.

"Sir, according to the agreement, the imperial envoy should have arrived in Nanjing today." A middle-aged man walked up to the old man and said in a low voice. The man was in his thirties, with a maroon complexion and a pair of coarse clothes.

Looks like a coolie.

"We'll be there when we get there! Nanjing is too complicated. If I go directly, I'm afraid I will fall into a trap and never get out." He smiled and shook his head. Without looking back, the old man said: "How long do we have?

Can you get to Yangzhou? Take a good look at the food on the ship, it can save lives!"

The middle-aged man nodded and said with a smile: "Don't worry, sir, nothing will happen. It's just that you should rest in the cabin! After all, the wind here is very windy, which is not good for your health!"

As if to verify the man's words, a gust of wind blew by, and the bamboo hat on the old man's head was blown away in an instant. An old face was revealed, which was none other than Zhou Jiamo, the Minister of Civil Affairs.

PS: First of all, let’s talk about the issue of this interruption. My father was diagnosed with tuberculosis and was officially admitted to the hospital today. Our whole family has passed the isolation examination in the past few days, but my father is still hospitalized. The update will be a little unstable. Please forgive me.

Secondly, let me talk about the reason why I didn’t ask for leave. Actually, I don’t want to explain this matter, but someone in the group said it today, so I will explain it. At the beginning, I would always say “ask for leave” when there were less updates. But last time

My grandma was sick and I asked for leave. Some people in the book review section said that I was lying, saying that the author's relatives are used to getting sick. I don't know how other people feel, but I have been sad for a long time. The author is also a human being, not a machine, and lives a human life.
Chapter completed!