Chapter 324: Fade Out
The meeting between Wang Anshi and Wang Jinghui was also postponed because of this battle report, which made Wang Jinghui feel much more relaxed. After all, every time he faced Wang Anshi alone, it was not a pleasant thing, especially the energetic old man with extremely stubborn personality. For Wang Jinghui, Wang Anshi was already very polite to him, mainly because he always pulled him at the most critical moment, and Wang Anshi could probably listen to his words. However, whether it was Wang Anshi or Wang Jinghui, they all understood in their hearts that they were each other.
There are still a big difference between them, and the two of them have a tacit understanding to avoid the serious differences between them, so as not to intensify and tense relationships. They are now maintaining this close relationship, which is all due to Wang Jinghui's selective concessions and exchange interests with each other. This is different from the fact that Wang Anshi and Sima Guang, they had thought about exchanges, but they were too obedient to the morality of "gentleman" and "pure minister". When they really needed exchanges, neither of them was willing to give in, which led to the current situation.
Fishing is a major entertainment event for Wang Jinghui to come to this era. After all, in this era without TV, computers and other entertainment projects, this is a very painful thing for a modern person, especially a young man. Fortunately, Wang Jinghui rarely got involved in these things in the time and space in the past. After joining the army, he was stationed in deep mountains and valleys. He was not fascinated by these things. After coming to this time and space, singing and dancing were even more optional for him. In comparison, he prefers fishing.
Although there is a huge lack of entertainment projects, Wang Jinghui's wealth is no longer something that is "popular". As his favorite entertainment project, fishing cannot be achieved. - there are seven or eight large ponds in the Prince Consort's Mansion. Each pond is connected by artificial ditches and is drawn from the living water of the Bian River outside. The freshwater fish he can collect were stocked in the pond in the Prince Consort's Mansion. They all grew "fat and strong". As long as they could be caught, they would definitely be a big guy. When Su Shi and the others came here to visit, they praised the prince Consort's house for very good fish, but they didn't know that these fish were specially fished for the prince Consort to eat. This is a move by literati nowadays, burning the piano and cooking cranes, and in Wang Jinghui's eyes, it was natural. If Qian Yu hadn't made trouble from the side every time he made trouble, he would have gained more than one or two.
"Sir, the Liao envoy Xiao Youdan has been doing too frequently recently. The Imperial City Department has taken special care of him. According to his visits to officials, he may have wanted to see more of the city defense fortifications of the Song Dynasty, and even wanted to walk around the city wall of Biandu!" Yan Sheng had just returned from the Intelligence Bureau Office, and he would definitely pay special attention to Xiao Youdan's news. If there is any disturbance, he would immediately come back to inform Wang Jinghui.
"It's good that the Imperial City Department knows. Let them do this. Haven't we mastered some evidence of Xiao Youdan bribing officials in the Song Dynasty? If you give it to them, it's just a favor. Thank you for the convenience they gave in the assassination last time. As for those officials, the emperor must have been thinking about it!" Wang Jinghui stared at the float with all his attention. Looking forward to taking advantage of the princess' absence at home, he would catch a few more people, and then the whole fish banquet at noon will be settled.
As long as Xiao Youdan didn't want to assassinate Wang Jinghui, Yansheng would not be in a hurry. After all, no matter how capable Xiao Youdan is, he was in the Biandu of the Song Dynasty, and the chips on his opponent's hands had been consumed by the last layout. Even Xiao Hugu, who rode a high-headed horse into Biandu when he came, was pulled back by someone in a carriage. Xiao Youdan had no threat at this time.
Yansheng saw Wang Jinghui casually find a stone and sit by the pool to fish. Not only did he frown, but he still pulled out an extra fishing rod from the side, put the bait in and threw it into the pool and sat aside fishing: "It is rumored that Xiao Youdan is about to return to Liao Kingdom. What's the use of his observation of the city defense of the Great Song Dynasty? Could it be that he was unwilling to suffer losses after returning and wanted to encourage the Emperor of Liao to start a war against the Great Song Dynasty?!"
Wang Jinghui smiled and said, "If I were Yelu Hong's base, then I might as well take advantage of the fact that my cavalry could still fight. The firearms of the Song Dynasty had not yet reached the peak and fought. Even if they were as effective as the Alliance of Elder Abyss, they could not get much benefit when they were used for negotiations, but they could definitely delay the revival of the Song Dynasty and gain some time for his descendants."
"If that's the case, the current emperor is not like Emperor Zhenzong. There may not be no Kou Zhun and Wang Ruoqin in the court!" Yansheng said with a smile.
"The current emperor is working hard to govern. Of course, it is not Emperor Zhenzong, but there is never a lack of Wang Ruoqin in the court. Haha, Yansheng, you may not know that Han Gong was working hard when he saw Wang Ruoqin's show back then!" Wang Jinghui smiled coldly.
Yansheng frowned after hearing this, and changed the topic and said, "The situation in the northwest is very good, and the opposition in the court has been much less. Even Sima Junshi has begun to slowly change his attitude. Wen Kuanfu is naturally even more moved. What should he do in the future?!"
"There is nothing to worry about in the northwest. As long as the supply is sufficient, don't say that Li Qing doesn't have a few days to go on, but how many days can Queen Mother Liang speak? The dark night in the northwest is about to pass, just work harder." Wang Jinghui said with a smile, but he frowned again: "There should be optimistic in the court, but if you underestimate the enemy or advance too much, then there is no problem with Pingxia, but it may cause certain losses. For business, of course, the less cost you make, the more you earn, and this is not the case in the northwest! At that time, I just need to water the cold water next to you at the right time. After all, if I turn to Sima Guang, Wang Anshi may not really make any profit. After all, there are not only Wang Shao, but also Zhong Yan and Fu Bi!"
Although Wang Shao is good at fighting, he is okay to compare him with an experienced general like Zhong Yan. If he compares him with Fu Bi, it is not worth mentioning - in the northwest, Fu Bi speaks the loudest and most effective, and Wang Shao is also controlled by Fu Bi!
"If we can really pacify Xixia, then Fu Bi will be the biggest beneficiary. Unfortunately, Duke Han Zhigui of Wei made wedding dresses for others, but he could not pacify Xia by himself. I believe he is very sorry now! But can't sir make any achievements in it?!" Yansheng looked at Wang Jinghui and said.
Yansheng has always admired his teacher very much. He also knew that Han Qi's security army victory in the northwest was entirely planned by Wang Jinghui. The most important thing was that the teacher sent Bingfeng to the northwest to successfully assassinate Liang Yi and burned the Jianing Army Department's grain warehouse. Otherwise, Han Qi would never have such a great result. Although Wang Jinghui is rich in the world, Yansheng still couldn't help but hope to win some benefits for his husband. Pingxia is not a small matter, and the benefits involved are huge. If Wang Jinghui is willing, he can get a lot from it, but according to the teacher's temperament, he may have to be a turtle with his head, so he couldn't help but mention it.
"Fu Bi's reputation can be considered a balance between his or her grudges. However, predecessors like Han Zhigui who planted trees are very respectable. After all, it was someone else who planted trees and harvested fruits. When Han Zhigui was in charge of Shaanxi three years ago, he should have thought that Xixia had not been too long, but he was still willing to return to Hebei to defend the Liao Kingdom. This kind of mind is not something that anyone has - Han Zhigui is stronger than Fu Bi after all!" Wang Jinghui said lightly.
"Fuhan" is also known as "Fuhan". But only history can tell the difference. In terms of Wang Jinghui's view, Han Qi can arouse his favor, especially from Han Qi's perspective, he can definitely see the trend of Song Xia in the next few years, and he can give up the glory that is within his fingertips. This mind is indeed admirable. As far as Wang Jinghui knows about Han Qi's history, although Han Qi is a conservative, he has never been vague on national defense issues. He is the best at judging the situation. Whether it is Xixia or Liao, he is extremely afraid of Han Qi. Even every time the Liao Kingdom sends envoys through Hebei, he is absolutely very responsible and dare not cause trouble. He is more honest than when they were in Biandu. Yansheng's words are clear, and he does not answer Yansheng positively but comments on Han Qi's Fubi.
Seeing Yansheng not speaking for a long time, Wang Jinghui smiled and said, "Yansheng, everyone is struggling with fame and fortune. You and I are no exception, but you must always be clear about what you need, so that you will be worthy of your life when you grow old! I am a doctor, and I have no lofty ambitions in my life, but it is just that the world can make people come to this day. Now I am already respectful of status and richest in the world. In my heart, only your mistress and the people of the world live a good life. When things happen in the future, it is time for me and the princess to escape. What kind of fame and fortune are just passers-by to me. People must be happy and happy when they live. You must be careful!"
After hearing this, Yansheng's eyes became clear. He put down the fishing rod in his hand and stood up and said, "Sir, the good words of the students should remember them!"
After hearing this, Wang Jinghui smiled and said, "Don't be so serious, sit down and fish! Fishing is a big question..."
Before Wang Jinghui finished speaking, he saw the fish float floating a few times. He quickly lifted the fishing rod vigorously, and threw a koi more than a foot long. Just as he quickly got up and ran towards his spoils, he saw his wife Qianyu standing before the koi that was still jumping around, and was stunned for a moment.
His wife Zhao Qianyu was sent to the palace before Xiao Youdan assassinated Wang Jinghui. However, because she was pregnant, Wang Jinghui also hoped that she would not have to come back in such a hurry. Anyway, the princess was a treasure when she walked there, and Old Lady Cao would not treat the princess badly, so Wang Jinghui did not rush to take her wife back afterwards, wanting to wait until the matter was completely calm before talking. However, Wang Jinghui was stunned for a moment, and there was nothing to say.
"Hello, mistress!" Yansheng was not as demented as Wang Jinghui. When he saw Zhao Qianyu, he threw the fishing rod into the pond. After they were taken in by Wang Jinghui, especially when they were included in the disciples, Wang Jinghui did not have so much time to teach them basic knowledge, and Zhao Qianyu was their teacher. Yansheng brothers were not very scolded for the fish in the pond, so they were very agile.
Wang Jinghui murmured: "It's good to come back, it's good to come back! Today I'll cook to cook fish for you, so it's good to replenish your body!"
After hearing this, Zhao Qianyu burst into laughter. She was amused by her husband's dumb look and said, "If I don't come back, I'm afraid that the fish in the prince-consort's mansion will be killed by you! Yansheng, go back to your study to copy the "Analects of Confucius" and you can't finish copying it today, so you won't have to eat!"
After hearing this, Yansheng felt like he was granted a general amnesty and immediately left Wang Jinghui and fled. As for the stupid thing he could not do, he just came to the Prince Consort's Mansion. He was punished by Zhao Qianyu because his brothers learned a lot from fishing by their masters, but now they are no longer available.
After seeing Yansheng leave, Zhao Qianyu walked to Wang Jinghui and said, "I was so bored in the palace that I came back. The emperor also wanted to see you. It seemed that because of the matter in the northwest, Mr. Jiefu and others were already there, so go quickly!"
After hearing this, Wang Jinghui said, "The things in the northwest are almost done. No matter what the emperor and the ministers in the court do, they will be the same. Don't worry about any mistakes. However, my son-in-law cannot participate too much now. Stop giving the censors a politician. I will send someone to the palace later and say that I am sick and need to rest for a while, which is also considered to be a avoidance of the limelight. If you are willing, we can also live in the suburbs of the city for a while. Anyway, before the child is born, I will not participate in these major military affairs in the court!"
After hearing this, Zhao Qianyu held her husband very well and said, "I really feel wronged! But you should write a letter to the emperor. After all, you can pretend to be sick at this time. You can't hide it from the emperor and the others. Let Eunuch Zhao go to the palace. I will just give some advice to Eunuch Zhao."
"What? The prince-in-law is sick!" Emperor Zhao Xu looked at Eunuch Zhao coldly. In Zhao Xu's eyes, Wang Jinghui's reason was really bad--the doctor was not a bad person, but there are several famous doctors in the world who would get sick so easily, and the time of illness was so coincidental? A few days ago, he met Wang Jinghui in the backyard. He was still alive at that time, but he was sick today? - I don't even believe it!
"The Empress Dowager has sent the imperial physician to the Prince Consort's Mansion today, and it is also said that he is sick!" Eunuch Zhao said with his hands down.
Wang Jinghui still did not write a letter to Emperor Zhao Xu, but instead wrote a letter to Mrs. Cao, who was brought into the palace by Mrs. Zhao. However, Mrs. Cao had her own plans. She sent an imperial physician to the prince-consort. Since she wanted to act, she would naturally act in the whole set. In the eyes of Mrs. Cao, the princess of the prince-consort was very appropriate. She also knew that it was not appropriate for the prince-consort to stay in Biandu now. With the emperor's temperament, she might actually go to the prince-consort's mansion to arrest people. However, the prince-in-law of Shu was pregnant, and the prince-consort was unwilling to leave Biandu at this time, so she planned to intervene in it to fulfill the prince-consort - in her opinion, the prince-consort is important to the Song Dynasty, but maintaining the political tradition of the Song Dynasty is even more important, not to mention that the prince-consort is very tactful and knows what should be done or not.
Calling sick is a common method used by officials of the Song Dynasty - calling sick when they do something wrong can be regarded as a kind of repentance for their own behavior; calling sick when their political opinions are not adopted is not only a space for ease and concession, but also a better expression of their dissatisfaction; calling sick when they are at a political disadvantage is to express their grievances to the emperor... In the political ecosystem of the Song Dynasty, the knowledge in "calling sick" was large and the content was rich. Some characteristics of literati governing the country were all in this "calling sick".
When Emperor Zhao Xu heard this, he understood that the prince-consort wanted to escape at this time, and the queen mother also thought that the prince-consort was doing the right thing. However, when he calmed down, he was no longer so resentful that Wang Jinghui was going to be a turtle at this time. At least he also understood that in normal times, he would only attract some complaints from the censors at most. However, at the critical moment of Pingxia, many pairs of eyes were staring here, hoping that he could get the benefits from it. An obvious goal like the prince-consort would become the target of public critics. In order to protect the prince-consort, he should also avoid it.
Wang Jinghui began to slowly fade out of the top leaders of the Song Dynasty, but he did not give up completely - most of his students were in the northwest and were devoted to the army to serve the country, and these students were basically listened to Fu Bi's tent. The little grudge between Fu Bi and Han Qi was powerful and could not be issued to Wang Jinghui. Wang Jinghui was Fu Bi's son and nephew. Moreover, what really made Fu Bi dare not underestimate Wang Jinghui was that the military expenditure in the northwest was mostly from the bundled loans found by Wang Jinghui. Although these loans were not given for nothing, the condition was to participate in sharing the benefits of the war in the northwest. This condition was not harsh and he would not be in any danger. However, when the court did not completely make up its determination to pacify Xia, this amount of funds was what Fu Bi needed the most!
Chapter completed!