Chapter 45 Emperor Yu’s deep meaning, in the thatched cottage

Xuanyong Palace!

Backyard.

A thatched cottage stands in the corner, quiet and peaceful, filled with greenery, just as the moss on the steps is green, and the grass is green in the curtains, just right for the scene!

A young man with simple clothes and a handsome face sat in the courtyard, holding a book in his hand, completely immersed in it.

"Sir!"

A light call disrupted the thoughts of the young man in plain robes, and he saw three figures standing in the courtyard, looking at him with a smile.

"Kong Ming, meet the lord!"

"I didn't know the lord was coming, and I didn't welcome him from afar. Please forgive me, lord!"

After seeing Ning Fan's figure, Zhuge Liang quickly stood up, his eyes fell on the two people behind him, and his face froze.

"Come, sit down and talk!"

Ning Fan walked to the stone table in front of the thatched cottage, sat down on the stone pier, looked at Zhuge Liang with a smile, and said softly: "I have long wanted to see you, sir, but I didn't expect to see you today!"

"My lord, you are too kind. I was down and out, and I was lucky to have you take me in, so I have a place to stay!"

"My lord, you are so tired today, are you here after the court?"

"That's right!"

"My lord, I have heard about what happened last night, remember, you must be on guard!"

"What do you mean, sir? "

Ning Fan's eyes were shining with a deep luster, and Zhuge Liang said slowly: "Now the lord is in charge of the Jinyiwei, holding the power of life and death. Last night, a group of corrupt officials were confiscated and executed, weakening their power!"

"Those aristocratic families will definitely regard you as a thorn in their eyes and flesh, and they will be helpless in the court. I am afraid they will use some treacherous means!"

"Could it be that they dare to attack me?"

"When a dog is desperate, it will jump over the wall. The lord must not take it lightly!"

Jia Xu on the side also solemnly instructed.

"Well, I know!"

"Kong Ming, Wenhe, what is the purpose of my father mentioning the candidate for the Minister of Revenue to me in the court today?"

Jia Xu's eyes were shining, but he was not in a hurry to speak. This old fox has always been a Buddhist, not fighting or competing, not asking or talking. Besides, the young man in front of him, who is dressed simply, is not simple!

Seeing that he was silent, Zhuge Liang pondered and said, "My lord, His Majesty should have two intentions!"

"Hmm?"

"My lord has eliminated all corrupt officials and made great contributions to the court, and even offended the civil and military officials in the court. His Majesty is willing to compensate!"

"In other words, if you can nominate a minister of the Ministry of Revenue, the court officials will think that you are planning to take the position of the Minister of Revenue this time!"

"In this way, my lord will stand on the opposite side of them, and their spearhead will not be directly pointed at Your Majesty!"

As soon as Zhuge Liang finished speaking, Ning Fan's face also showed a hint of realization: "It turns out that my father is going to trick me again, and it is obvious that he wants to use me as a shield!"

"But, I have no power in the court, what's the point of my father asking me to nominate?"

"Hehe , this is the second intention of His Majesty! "Zhuge Liang said with a smile: "My lord has never been involved in government affairs before, but now he has hastily entered the temple and is isolated and helpless in the court!"

"And if you want to gain a foothold in the court, even if you have no friends, you should have three or five good friends!"

"Otherwise, it will be difficult to gain a foothold!"

"Now His Majesty is also willing to support the lord. As far as Liang knows, the Fourth Prince and His Royal Highness Prince Sheng have supporters in the court, and even the other princes have close people!"

"His Majesty asked you to nominate candidates in the court to tell the court officials that you have a say in the position of the Minister of Revenue!"

Hearing Zhuge Liang's second meaning, Ning Fan couldn't help but twitch his mouth. It seems that it is not unreasonable that his political score is only 62 points!

Dealing with this group of old monsters in the court, I wish I could have more minds, plus a father who pits his son. Maybe one day he will be sold and help others count money!

"So, my Xuanyong Palace will be crowded with people in a few days!"

Ning Fan showed a playful look on his face, and looked at Zhuge Liang and said, "Sir, are you interested in entering the government?"

"My lord, Liang is just a commoner. Even if you recommend me to be the Minister of Revenue, I am afraid that your Majesty will not agree, and the civil and military officials will not agree!"

"It is better for you to choose an official with a clean background, upright character, and honest service to the people, and cultivate your own power in the court!"

"My lord, Mr. Kong Ming is right!" Jia Xu, who was standing aside, rarely took the initiative to speak: "If you can win over a Minister of Revenue, you will have a strong supporter in the court!"

"With the Jinyiwei in your hands, no one in the court dares to look down on you!"

Listening to the persuasion of the two, Ning Fan nodded slightly. What they said was not unreasonable. Although Zhuge Liang and Jia Xu were his direct descendants, they were loyal and capable!

But now they are common people. If they want to jump from an ordinary citizen to a second-rank official in the imperial court, not to mention that they can't do it, I'm afraid it's not that easy for Emperor Yu to do it!

"In this case, I'll let the Jinyiwei pay attention to the clean stream in the court!"

Ning Fan's eyes showed a trace of deep thought. He didn't know much about the government, and he didn't have many serious friends in Beijing, so he could only rely on the Jinyiwei!

Just as Ning Fan was thinking, he saw Lin Yong stepped forward with hurried steps and whispered: "Second Master, Princess Changning is visiting!"

"Oh?"

"She is not leading the troops in the barracks, what is she doing in my house?"

Ning Fan frowned slightly, looked at Lin Yong and said: "Let her sit in the living room for a while, I'll go change clothes and go to see her!"

"Yes!"

"Wenhe, you and Kongming are from the same era, why not communicate more!"

After Ning Fan said this, he stood up and walked towards the main courtyard, leaving Jia Xu and Zhuge Liang both puzzled.

"From the same era?"

The two looked at each other, both of them were startled, with a bit of doubt in their eyes, and looked at Ning Fan's back at the same time!

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Reception room!

Ning Fan changed into a new set of clothes, strode over, and saw a beautiful figure sitting in the hall. He smiled heartily: "Princess, I've been waiting for a long time!"

"Your Highness!"

"The princess is a rare guest. Few people come to visit my house on weekdays!"

"Oh?" Li Xiuning's beautiful eyes moved, and she smiled: "It's Xiuning's honor!"

"Haha, I wonder if the princess came to the house, but what's the important matter?"

"Humph!" Li Xiuning glared at Ning Fan with some resentment: "Your Highness just showed up in the army and became a hands-off boss. Today I returned to Beijing and found out that Your Highness had done something earth-shattering!"

"Now the people of the whole capital praise you as a good official who is dedicated to the people!"

"The name of a playboy turned overnight, and he became a great contributor with integrity in the mouths of the people!"

"There are even many people who worship you at home and burn incense to pay homage to you every day!"

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