Traveling through Du He, Li Chengqian's rebellion begins

Pei Xingjian considered himself a genius, but he found that compared with Di Renjie, who was only 19 years old, he seemed to be still a long way from being a genius.

Who would have thought that a person who had just started his official career could judge various complicated cases so clearly?

Di Renjie handled all the unjust cases that had been piling up in Wannian County for months.

Such a great talent could only be surpassed by a top genius like Han Guogong!

Du He smiled and said, "Shou Yue, since you feel that the low-ranking position of Law Officer is unworthy of Di Renjie's ability, what position do you think would be appropriate for him?"

"You need to think carefully before you train Di Renjie as your deputy."

When it comes to cultivating talents, Du He cannot compare with people like Pei Xingjian who have been promoted step by step.

After all, he was a monk and princess who came to serve as an official through the influence of their family, and his starting position was the fifth rank Shangcheng Fengyu.

He is the chief officer of a small department.

Next up are the Imperial Counselor, the Junior Secretary, the Imperial Court Assistant Minister, the Minister of Works, the Minister of War...

He had served in the court for many years, and the lowest official position he held was the fifth rank.

How can I understand the affairs of low-ranking officials?

Pei Xingjian had long guessed that Du He would throw the question to him, and he had also thought of an official position suitable for Di Renjie in advance.

He cupped his hands and said, "Duke Han, I suggest that Di Renjie be appointed as the head of the Ministry of Personnel."

"This position is of the eighth rank and is responsible for handling specific documents and handling affairs for the Ministry of Personnel. It can quickly increase experience in document processing and writing."

"This position allows one to learn a lot, and it's perfect for young Di Renjie."

The head of the sect?

It's a pretty basic official position.

Du He did not intend to force Di Renjie's development.

Let him start from a basic official position and accumulate experience in handling government affairs bit by bit, so as not to ruin this good seedling.

Du He nodded slightly and said, "No problem. Then let Di Renjie take charge of the sect. I will just say hello to Cui Xu, the Minister of Personnel, tomorrow."

"promise."

Pei Xingjian bowed and said.

The two chatted for a while, and as the sky gradually darkened, Du He left Wannian County Government Office.

...

The next day.

A meeting of hundreds of officials.

After the chief officials of the three provinces, six ministries, nine temples and five prisons had finished reporting on government affairs, Du He stood up and reported.

"Your Highness, His Majesty gave me an order yesterday, asking me to escort the ladies of the harem to Yuhua Palace today. This is His Majesty's handwritten order."

"Your Highness, please take a look."

wow~

As soon as Du He finished speaking, a huge noise suddenly broke out in the Taiji Hall.

Civil and military officials looked at Du He and Li Chengqian with astonishment on their faces.

"What exactly is the purpose of your Majesty's action?"

"Take all the concubines to Yuhua Palace. Doesn't Your Majesty want to return to Chang'an?"

"Is this a preparation for abdication?"

"..."

Changsun Wuji, Chu Suiliang and others sitting in the front seats looked at each other, their eyelids twitched violently, and their hearts were suddenly filled with urgency!

If His Majesty abdicates the throne to the Crown Prince in the near future, won’t all their plans be in vain?

No!

We must act in advance!

On the imperial platform.

Li Chengqian looked at the handwritten edict presented by Lai Ji, his face full of smiles, and then he muttered in his heart.

"Okay!"

"Father has finally thought it through and is willing to vacate the throne!"

"Not bad!"

I don’t know what Du He said to my father that made him give this order!

However, as the time for his ascension to the throne approaches, if his father can take the initiative to abdicate, he will not have to embarrass his father.

After all, they are father and son, so it would be best if they could save each other's face.

Li Chengqian put down the imperial edict and said loudly, "Du He, I leave this matter to you with full responsibility. You must send all the ladies to Yuhua Palace safely."

"promise."

Du He bowed and said.

The court meeting lasted for another half a quarter of an hour before it ended with all the officials feeling complicated.

After the meeting.

Du He caught up with Cui Xu and said, "Minister Cui, I have a favor to ask of you."

Cui Xu's brows twitched, and he quickly bowed and replied, "Duke Han, please feel free to speak up. If I can help, I will do so without hesitation."

He has served as the Minister of Personnel for several years and is now quite old. Whether he can be promoted to the Minister of Personnel before retirement depends on Du He's strong support.

Du He smiled and said, "Di Renjie, the Wannian County Law Officer, is a talented person. I recommend him to be the head of my department."

Just this little thing?

Just how talented was Di Renjie that he could be personally recommended by Duke Han Guo?

This kid is so lucky!

Cui Xu patted his chest and said, "Don't worry, Lord Hanguo, I will go back to the Ministry of Personnel and promote Di Facao!"

Du He smiled and said, "Thank you."

They didn't talk much, just bowed to each other and left.

Du He returned to the Ministry of Revenue to handle government affairs, and then went to the Eastern Palace.

Inside Mingde Hall.

Du He told Li Chengqian in detail about the conversation he had with Li Shimin in Yuhua Palace yesterday.

After listening.

Li Chengqian slammed his hands on the table in delight, "Du He, you're quite clever! Giving Li Tai the title of King of Zhendong is just the right one!"

"The kings of the four towns guard the four corners of the Tang Dynasty. This is a great idea!"

Excited moment.

Li Chengqian raised an eyebrow and said, "Du He, your father asked you to send the concubines to Yuhua Palace. Does this mean he doesn't want to abdicate?"

Du He smiled and said, "Your Highness, His Majesty is thinking of abdicating, but he wants you to wait a little longer."

"What are you waiting for?"

"Wait for Zhangsun Wuji and Chu Suiliang and their gang to jump out."

"also!"

Li Chengqian nodded.

He guessed that his father did not trust Zhangsun Wuji, Chu Suiliang and others, and would force Li Junxian to abdicate by instigating a rebellion.

In that case, let father witness it with his own eyes.

By then, he won't need to do anything, his father will get rid of Changsun Wuji, Chu Suiliang and others.

Du He then reminded him, "Your Highness, His Majesty has ordered you to summon all the princes and princesses back to Chang'an to hold a grand gathering for the Mid-Autumn Festival next month. Time is running out, so you must issue the order now."

There is still a month left until the Mid-Autumn Festival. It may be just enough time to notify the princes who are taking up their posts in remote places.

"Row!"

Li Chengqian is a man of action.

He immediately ordered Lai Ji to draft the imperial edict, quickly stamp it with the prince's seal, and then send someone to pass it out.

After finishing the work.

Li Chengqian said with anticipation, "Du He, you said earlier that you would give me a big surprise on the Mid-Autumn Festival. Can you reveal a little bit now?"

Du He smiled and said, "Your Highness, since it's a surprise, it will only be effective if you see it on the day. If you knew in advance, it wouldn't be a surprise."

Li Chengqian curled his lips: "Mysterious."

The two exchanged pleasantries.

Li Chengqian said solemnly, "Du He, I intend to issue an order to rebuild the Daming Palace at tomorrow's court meeting. Who do you think can be responsible for this project?"

"Yu Chang, the Minister of Works."

"Yu Chang?"

"Your Highness, once Yu Chang finishes building the Daming Palace, you can promote him to the position of Minister of Works."

"it is good!"

Li Chengqian knew that Yu Chang and Du He were good friends, and he had been cooperating with Du He on various matters, big and small, over the years. He was now serving as the head of the Mechanical Manufacturing Department in the Academy of Gewu.

It would also be beneficial to himself to let Yu Chang replace Yan Lide as the Minister of Works.

at the same time.

In the office of the Minister of Works.

"Hah~"

Yu Chang sneezed violently several times. He wiped his nose with his wide sleeves and muttered with a puzzled look on his face.

"Why is my heart trembling?"

"Is there something good going to happen to me?"

...

in the afternoon.

Du He had just returned to the Ministry of Revenue from the Eastern Palace when Sun Fujia, the Minister of Justice, Tang Lin, the Imperial Censor, and Zhang Xingcheng, the Minister of Justice, came over together.

"Greetings to Lord Korea."

After some greetings.

Sun Fujia reported: "Duke Han, the 360 ​​members of the aristocratic families who embezzled birth subsidies have all arrived in Chang'an, and the offenders have been imprisoned."

"What do you think we should do with them?"

The Dali Temple had already made a decision on this case, but because it was related to the 35 vassal kings, Sun Fujia still came to ask Du He for his opinion.

Du He smiled and said, "Deal with it according to the law and announce it to the world."