mesbooks Chapter 445 Shi Qifeng
Chapter 445 Shi Qifeng
Wenren Zong was stunned for a moment: "What did you say?"
Xiao Tingshan said in a deep voice: "You are right, I underestimated her before. If I had first met her at the Jade Buddha Temple, I would have listened to you. Now..."
Now, Mr. Liancheng is also his man, the masters who are powerful enough to fight against Meng Kuo and Wenren Zong are also his man, and the Qingyuan Marquis Mansion that has won the emperor's favor is also his man!
If the person he wanted to marry was Shen Shuyi instead of Shen Jingyu, he would be even more powerful today.
But it’s not too late now. After all, Shen Shuyi is the key to all this.
Wen Renzong said calmly: "But if I remember correctly, this Second Miss Shen has a prejudice against you. How could she agree to marry you?"
Xiao Tingshan lowered his eyes, hiding the calculation in his eyes, and said in a gentle voice: "Since ancient times, marriages have been arranged according to the wishes of parents. It is the parents' orders and the matchmaker's words. It doesn't matter whether she agrees or not, as long as Minister Shen agrees."
As for Shen Shuyi's feelings, there is still a long way to go.
If I were tied to someone as smart as her, there would always be a day when we would connect.
By then, they will be in the same boat, sharing honor and disgrace. Even if she is reluctant, she will never want to lose.
What's more, he was confident that as long as he treated her well, his sincerity would move mountains and he would be able to impress her one day.
"Although Minister Shen is easy to talk to, he is slippery and indecisive. He may not agree." Wenren Zong said bluntly.
Xiao Tingshan said slowly: "Everything depends on human effort. I know what's going on."
Hearing this, Wen Renzong did not say anything more, but just said: "Anyway, your article "On Water Control" has won praise from His Majesty, so I think you will be promoted to the position of Deputy Chief Secretary..."
Xiao Tingshan shook his head: "Don't be too happy too soon. Although His Majesty is interested in me, the hunting ground incident has caused His Majesty to be suspicious."
When Xiao Tingshan mentioned the hunting competition that day, he felt a lump in his throat.
If it weren't for the sudden poisoning of the prey and the flood control plan, I think the position of the chief imperial secretary would have most likely fallen on him.
"Besides, Mr. Zhao has now entered the Privy Council. If he cannot get married to Shen Shuyi, Mr. Zhao will probably not agree..."
The Zhao family is just rising in power now, and although they will not give too much advice to Your Majesty, a second-rank official position in the Privy Council is not just for show.
It is very easy to trip yourself up.
Therefore, the important thing is to start with Shen Shuyi.
"How is Meng Kuo's injury?" Xiao Tingshan collected his thoughts and asked.
Wenren Zong frowned, "Not very well. The doctor said that his injury was not serious, but his right hand might be broken. He holds the knife with his right hand, and in the future... I am afraid that he will not be able to exert the same power as before."
Xiao Tingshan was a little upset. He had no power or influence, and even his money was very tight. It was not easy to win over a trustworthy master.
It hasn't been long since then, and a great general has been lost.
"Let someone treat him well." Xiao Tingshan said.
Wenren Zong said, "Meng Kuo's condition is really not good. The last time I saw him fighting, he almost failed to defeat two people who he had been sure to win against before."
Xiao Tingshan frowned even more tightly: "What's going on?"
"The doctor suspected... it might be poison, but his medical skills are not very good, so he dare not give a definitive conclusion for the time being."
As soon as these words came out, Xiao Tingshan instantly thought of Lian Qiao and Lian Cheng who were beside Shen Shuyi.
If it was really a poison, the only person who could do it so quietly was probably Shen Shuyi.
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On the other side, Shen Shuyi went back to her room, changed her clothes, and re-dressed herself, then put on a burgundy cloak and got on the carriage.
There has not been a heavy snowfall in the capital yet. Although the ground is wet and slippery, it still feels like winter has not completely arrived yet.
But Shen Shuyi knew that the heavy snow was not far away.
"What about the coal, clothing and food that Lianqiao and Jiuchou have stored?" Shen Shuyi asked.
Yu Ping said, "Everything is ready, don't worry, Miss."
"Miss, we just received a letter from the Qingyuan Marquis' Mansion, saying that just as you expected, as soon as the emperor went to court today, he was furious about the flood in the south of the Yangtze River! He asked all the ministers to come up with a plan to control the flood that can cure the flood completely!" Jinzhu came in from outside the car and spoke in a low voice.
"Then?" Shen Shuyi asked.
"Then all the ministers were afraid of getting into trouble, so few spoke. Only a few people who were specifically asked by His Majesty answered reluctantly. However, Prince Song of the Duke of Chengguo's Mansion took out an article titled "On Water Control", which was praised by all the ministers and His Majesty was amazed..."
Shen Shuyi lowered his eyes, leaned on the couch and said nothing.
It was exactly what she thought.
No one could guess the emperor's thoughts, and the flood in Jiangnan had little to do with the official position in the Privy Council. But in his previous life, after Xiao Tingshan came up with a flood control strategy that satisfied Emperor Qianwu, he was not sent to Jiangnan, but instead entered the Privy Council.
Shen Shuyi analyzed that perhaps Emperor Qianwu had already noticed the trick behind the flood in Jiangnan, so he was unwilling to send Xiao Tingshan there.
Or maybe, His Majesty believes that flood control is like commanding an army, and those who can control floods can definitely command an army.
Shen Shuyi supported his head with one hand and closed his eyes in deep thought.
I think, if Xiao Tingshan had not suffered a loss in the Autumn Hunting Competition, the position of Deputy Chief Secretary would have fallen on him.
Until now, although this transfer order has been delayed due to the competition, Shen Shuyi thought that it would not be delayed for too long.
If Xiao Tingshan passes Emperor Qianwu's test again, this position will eventually fall on him.
Shen Shuyi couldn't help but think that this was the disadvantage of women not being able to serve as officials in the court.
No matter what, Xiao Tingshan could go straight into the court and have a face-to-face meeting with Emperor Qianwu, but for himself, it would take several twists and turns to accomplish the same thing.
Fortunately, it’s still early now.
Once my brother and the Marquis's Mansion have established a firm foothold in the court, many things will become much easier.
"How is things going over there, brother?" Shen Shuyi asked.
Yu Ping lowered her voice and said, "Mr. Liancheng gave the young master his last acupuncture last night. After nightfall, Jiu Chou quietly sent the young master back home."
"The master said that he has already restored the young master's tendons and veins. As long as he recuperates for another half a month, he should be able to hold a pen and stand up."
"As for walking and eating, you need to practice more. The young master has extraordinary perseverance and will definitely recover like an ordinary person."
Speaking of this, Yuping's eyes became moist.
Shen Shuyi slightly raised the corners of his lips, turned his head and lifted the curtain of the car window, looking at the fireworks on both sides of the street with a gentle gaze.
"Remind me on the way back to buy some buns for my brother."
"Yes."
Shen Shuyi looked at the hustle and bustle of the street for a while before he said softly, "How are the things I asked my brother to prepare? And the person I asked my uncle to find, have you found him?"
"The young master has already written it, don't worry young lady."
Shen Shuyi nodded slightly, thinking silently in his mind.
Xiao Tingshan can write strategies for flood control, and his brother is no less capable. Now, she wants to take advantage of this opportunity to let her brother step on Xiao Tingshan to ascend to the throne.
She would never let the position of deputy chief minister fall into Xiao Tingshan's hands.
"Since Prince Song has won the praise of His Majesty and the court officials today, let my uncle find someone to spread his "Theory of Water Control". The more famous he is, the better." Shen Shuyi spoke slowly, with a gleam in his eyes.