Traveling through Du He, Li Chengqian's rebellion begins

When Du He looked at Pei Xingjian's two young clansmen, although there was not much emotion in his heart, a faint smile appeared on his face.

Although Du He had no impression of the two of them in his memory, he was not sure whether they were great talents who would go down in history.

However, those who could pass the imperial examinations were all well-read and talented people.

By recruiting these two scholars into the Eastern Palace, we will have capable people to use in the future.

Thinking of this, Du He nodded slightly, then asked them softly.

"What do you think about your career?"

"If there is a position you want to take up, please tell me. If I can do it, I will definitely do my best to recommend you."

Because Du He didn't know their talents and preferences, he didn't make decisions for them.

Pei Yan and Pei Judao looked at each other, then turned their gaze to Pei Xingjian on the side, both of them with a look of difficulty on their faces.

It was their first time meeting a high-ranking official like Du He, and it was indeed embarrassing for them to make requests.

If the requirements are too high, it will leave a bad impression in front of Du He, but if the requirements are too low, they will waste more time in ordinary positions.

Plus, they hadn't figured out what they wanted to do or how to advance in their careers, so their heads were empty.

Just when the two of them were in trouble, Pei Xingjian interrupted in time.

"Pei Yan is good at writing, and he has studied at the Hongwen Academy for several years. The Ministry of Personnel is currently planning to have him serve as a military officer in the Puzhou Sicang, an official position below the eighth rank."

"Pei Judao is good at martial arts. Although he has no achievements, he can enter the government through his family connections."

After hearing Pei Xingjian's introduction, Du He looked at the two young men carefully.

After thinking for a moment.

Du He turned to look at Pei Yan and said to him with a smile.

"Zilong, the assistant general of the warehouse department is in charge of warehouse storage, taxes, finances, and markets. It is a position that can train people."

"I suggest you go to Puzhou for a year or two to gain experience in handling government affairs. I will then recommend you to take up an important position in Chang'an."

Unpolished jade needs to be carved, and talents also need to be tempered at the grassroots level.

Even the talented Pei Xingjian is finding it difficult to serve as a Langzhong in the Sifeng Division of the Ministry of Personnel because he was promoted too quickly.

As for Pei Yan, who is not well-known, if he does not go to the prefectures and counties to gain some training, he will only be a person who can only talk big but does nothing.

After hearing what Du He said, Pei Yan said excitedly.

"Don't worry, Minister Du, I will definitely gain experience in Puzhou!"

"I will never forget the kindness of Mr. Du in recommending me. I will definitely follow your lead in the future!"

Although the Puzhou Sicang Canjun was only an eighth-rank official position, which was somewhat different from his initial expectations, Du He's promise was priceless.

If he can achieve some results in Puzhou and lay a solid foundation, his promotion speed will be faster and faster in the future.

My cousin Pei Xingjian is a good example.

He was recommended by Shangshu Du to be the Prince's Chief Justice of the Eastern Palace. A year later, he was promoted to the Secretary of the Honglu Temple. Not long after, he was promoted to the Langzhong of the Sifeng Temple, which was the fifth rank.

This rapid promotion was inseparable from the strong support of Du Shangshu, which also gave Pei Yan confidence and countless fantasies.

He did not ask to be promoted to a fifth-rank official in two or three years like his cousin, but he would be satisfied if he could be promoted to a seventh-rank official.

Du He just nodded slightly in response to Pei Yan's expression of loyalty.

He then turned his gaze to the tall and strong Pei Judao, and seeing that there was still a hint of childishness on his face, he asked curiously.

"Judao, how old are you this year?"

Although Pei Judao looked tall and mature, Du He felt that he was somewhat similar to Qin Huaidao and was probably not too old.

Pei Judao quickly replied: "Replying to Minister Du, I am nearly 18 years old."

No wonder.

Du He frowned and said, "Ju Dao, you have two choices."

"One is to serve as the Eastern Palace Qianniu's attendant. Since you are still young, I am afraid you will not be able to advance to a higher position for many years, and you will not be able to learn much."

"Second, serve as a deputy in the Zhuzhechongfu team, starting from the most basic entry-level official position, and lay a solid foundation for yourself."

The post of Donggong Qianniu Beishen was an official position below the eighth rank, and only the sons of important officials in the court could hold the post, and those with a tall and handsome appearance were required. It was the first choice for the sons of noble families to start their careers.

However, for most heirs who serve as Qianniu's back, their development is greatly restricted, and very few can make a name for themselves.

Many people who served as Qianniu Beishen had to rely on becoming relatives of the emperor in the future to be promoted to a higher position.

Because Pei Judao's father had served as the Minister of War, and he was also good-looking, it was no problem for him to get a job as a Qianniu Beishen in the Eastern Palace.

As for the deputy officers of the various Zhechoufu teams, they were officials below the ninth rank, belonging to the lowest-ranking official, and were six ranks lower than the Qianniu Beishen of the Eastern Palace.

However, a basic official position like this can best train a person's character and ability.

If you can endure the hardships in the early stages, you will be fully capable of taking on the important responsibilities later on.

Pei Judao was immediately caught in a dilemma by the two choices given by Du He.

Firstly, Donggong Qianniu Beishen has a high rank and is always in front of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, so he has a greater chance of being entrusted with important tasks in the future.

But since Minister Du gave him two choices, it seems that he would like him to be the deputy of Zhuzhechongfu.

Pei Judao thought for dozens of breaths, then he gritted his teeth and made a decision.

"Minister Du, I want to serve as the deputy captain of the Xianzhechongfu team and hone my skills first!"

"I swear to follow Lord Du until death, and I am willing to serve him like a dog and a horse!"

After saying this, Pei Judao knelt on his knees and kowtowed to Du He respectfully.

Although his future is bright if he flaunts his talents in front of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, being supported by Du He may be more effective than being supported by the Crown Prince.

After all, the prince has too many people to take care of and may not have time to deal with him.

But Du He is different. He is a favorite of the prince and holds an important position. If he can get on this big ship, why would he worry about his slow promotion in the future?

When Pei Judao saw that his cousin was performing such a great ceremony without any moral ethics, he knelt down to Du He without hesitation.

"Mr. Du, I will follow you till death!"

Du He didn't expect these two people to be so sensible and seemed to have good brains, so he said with a smile.

"Everyone, get up."

"As long as you can lay a solid foundation, I will naturally promote you."

Pei Judao and Pei Yan kowtowed a few more times before standing up and standing aside with excited expressions.

They followed their cousin to Chang'an with the high hopes of a group of clan elders, with only one goal, which was to climb up to the high branch of Du He, the Minister of Works!

As long as they are valued by Du He, they will naturally catch the prince's attention.

Support the new king to ascend the throne and make the family prosperous again!