PFC Chapter 176: Gu Jingzhi? Why hasn’t this guy gone to Jiangnan yet?
Chapter 176: Gu Jingzhi? Why hasn’t this guy gone to Jiangnan yet?
Holding a three-foot-long sword, I will slay all injustices in the world...
Isn't this the dream of thousands of young people? But the world is unpredictable and complicated, so how can it be so easy?
Gu Jingzhi comforted him, "There will be such a day, I firmly believe it!"
"Although the things you brought with you on this trip can't kill all those people, it's not meaningless. At least this action can allow His Majesty the Emperor to issue a new national policy and leave land for the people!"
"Let's deal with the current situation first. At least we can get justice for the people!"
Lin Feng was silent.
He had seen such scenes before.
He knew how the Lin family fell into decline. The Gu family alone could make a wealthy family like them hide in Ningzhou and not move, let alone a family that was more powerful than the Gu family?
"Cousin, it's true that what you said makes sense, but how long will this take?"
"Don't worry, it won't be too long!"
Gu Jingzhi patted him on the shoulder and said, "Aristocratic families rely on land, money, and their disciples and officials all over the world!"
"This time, we will take the land away from them, which will at least allow the people to live a few days of peace. With His Majesty's intervention, the aristocratic family has a criminal record. At least during His Majesty's reign, there will be no mistakes!"
"As for the rest, I have ways to deal with it!"
"it is good!"
Lin Feng cheered up a bit after hearing this. He said, "I believe in you, cousin. I'm willing to follow you and clean up the filth in this world!"
"Ok!"
Gu Jingzhi nodded with satisfaction, and then said, "You must be tired after traveling all the way. Go down and rest first. Later, take my imperial seal to the camp outside the city to mobilize troops. Ask Chang'an to transfer some soldiers to the village to protect the people!"
"No need to rest, I'll go now!"
Lin Feng patted his chest and said, "I'm not tired. I'll help my cousin get things done sooner so he can focus on dealing with those termites!"
"..."
Seeing Lin Feng running out excitedly, looking like he was full of energy, Gu Jingzhi opened his mouth to call him.
In the end, he could only shake his head and smile bitterly.
Well, that’s good now. I guess he doesn’t have to go to Jiangnan, which saves him the trouble of traveling.
As for what happens next.
Gu Jingzhi thought about it and decided that he would most likely not be allowed to participate in the land reform across Daxia.
This achievement is too great. As the leader, his contributions are enough. Besides, he has been promoted three levels this year and is now a fourth-rank official. If he makes more contributions, it may be difficult for him to be promoted!
There is a saying in the court of Daxia that only a Hanlin can become a prime minister.
Although the prime minister system has not been abolished now, it will be abolished one day. However, even if a cabinet is established instead, it is estimated that these conditions will not change.
Although he now has the qualifications to work in the Hanlin Academy, he still has a fatal shortcoming.
Local administration!
He has never served in a local position, and without this resume, it is impossible for him to join the cabinet.
He had no intention of rebelling, so becoming the best civil official was his greatest pursuit.
Now that the family's land foundation is about to be cut off by him, his next step may very well be to be sent away.
Fortunately, with his rank, it is probably impossible for him to become a county magistrate or something like that, but the possibility of him being in charge of the government affairs of a prefecture is very high.
This starting point is not something that ordinary people can compare to.
Think about Chen Baonian who is still digging in Ningzhou and Li Jiyun who is still the county magistrate. When he was transferred to the local area, he was the magistrate of a prefecture, but he had fewer years or even more than ten years of achievements than others!
……
Another day had passed since Lin Feng returned to Beijing, and on this day the grand court meeting began.
Gu Jingzhi followed a group of civil and military officials into the hall.
The court officials were puzzled when they saw Gu Jingzhi still coming to court in high spirits.
The Chen family's affairs cannot be concealed. Now that everything has been resolved, this guy doesn't leave Jiangnan but comes to the court. Is he going to cause trouble again?
While the emperor was not yet arriving, Li Gefei, who had a good relationship with Gu Jingzhi, came over.
"Master Gu, didn't His Majesty appoint you as the Imperial Commissioner to oversee the Jiangnan land annexation case? Why haven't you gone to Jiangnan yet?"
Li Gefei asked in a low voice.
Seeing his cautious look, Gu Jingzhi couldn't help but smile and said, "Master Li, are you hoping that I'll leave the capital soon?"
"that is not……"
Li Gefei shook his head and continued in a low voice, "But His Majesty's decree has already been issued. You... better not miss your mission, otherwise His Majesty will blame you, and you'll be in trouble!"
"Haha! Sir Li, don't worry, you'll know soon!"
The two of them stood in the hall and whispered to each other, as if the other officials did not exist. However, since Gu Jingzhi was in power, they did not want to offend him.
Don't you see...
In the past, there was a wretched man who had always been against him, and he was directly exiled by His Majesty to the mountains to dig soil. He couldn't even protect the Prime Minister Song Pu.
This kid is an extremely dangerous person.
The officials in the court had different thoughts, and they didn't know why Gu Jingzhi came to court today, but they had made up their minds that no matter what this kid wanted to do, they would not provoke him.
Thinking about it...
Suddenly, I heard the eunuch shout: "Your Majesty has arrived!"
"Wow..."
All the civil and military officials bowed and saluted, holding their tablets. Emperor Xia walked up to the steps with the gait of a dragon and a tiger, turned around, and sat on the majestic dragon throne.
"Alright, no need to be so formal! Are there any memorials to be submitted to the court today?"
"Your Majesty, I, Gu Jingzhi, the Junior Secretary of the Dali Temple, have a memorial to submit!" Gu Jingzhi was the first to jump out.
Baiguan: "..."
Oh my god, is this kid going to cause trouble again?
Those who were closer saw this guy raise his foot and shouted in their hearts: Here it comes, here it comes again!
Whenever Gu Jingzhi speaks first, something bad is bound to happen!
As soon as Emperor Xia sat down, he heard someone reporting something. The voice was very familiar. When he heard Gu Jingzhi's name, he suddenly raised his eyelids.
"Gu Jingzhi?"
"It's been many days since you received the imperial decree, and your current troubles have been resolved. Why are you still in the capital? Shouldn't you be going to Jiangnan?"
"..."
The corner of Gu Jingzhi's mouth twitched.
Are you eager for us to leave sooner?
Of course, he could only think about this in his heart, but he still said respectfully: "Your Majesty, this Jiangnan... I may not need to go!"
Ok?
No need to go?
Emperor Xia was a little confused. Gu Jingzhi hadn't given me any detailed reports in the past two days. Why hadn't he gone yet?
He said in a deep voice, "Gu Qing, this joke is not funny at all. Do you think you are not capable of doing this job yourself?"
"Your Majesty, Gu Jingzhi has disregarded the imperial order. I beg Your Majesty to punish him for disrespect!"
"Your Majesty, Gu Jingzhi received the imperial order but failed to act. This is indeed dereliction of duty. Please punish him for dereliction of duty!"
"It's more than just dereliction of duty. In my opinion, Gu Jingzhi received the emperor's order but did nothing. This should also be charged with deceiving the emperor..."
Gu Jingzhi: “…”
You guys are so...
You just can't stand seeing me do well, right?
In that case, I won’t be polite!
"Your Majesty, I have not been inactive, nor have I neglected my duties, nor have I deceived you. Rather, I have..."