"Given Official Dong's abilities and talents, it is a waste of talent to only be the Governor of the Capital."
MIngzhu put down a memorial and stood up. "I have talked to Father. We plan to transfer him to the Hall of Governmental Affairs after the new year. According to Father, it seems that he wants Official Dong to take over Prime Minister Shen's position."
The Governor of the Capital, Dong Wenyun. Li Yi had known him since he was at Qing 'an Fu. Of course, at that time, he did not know that he was Prime Minister Shen's son-in-law. It sounded normal for a son-in-law to take over his father-in-law's position, but the Shen family still had a high-ranking official in court. Who knew if the brother-in-law and brother-in-law would fight over the position of Prime Minister?
Of course, this was the Shen family's business. He did not worry about it.
Speaking of this matter, Li Yi looked at her and asked, "The position of the Capital Governor is very important. After Official Dong is transferred, who do you plan on letting take over?"
MIngzhu casually picked up a memorial from the table and said, "This is the candidate submitted by the Minister of Governmental Affairs."
"Actually, the most suitable person for this position is the Governor of the Capital, Liu Dayou. He is suitable to be a parent official, but he can only be a parent official. After reaching the position of Capital Governor, there is no need to go any higher. Going lower would be a waste of talent …" MIngzhu said and then shook her head. "However, his qualifications are still shallow. If we forcefully promote him, it will inevitably cause criticism. We can only wait until later to consider it."
"The Cui family, the Qin family, the Han family …" Li Yi looked at the memorial and said, "They really know how to pick people. It looks like they are determined to get this position."
He had heard Chen Chong mention that the Cui family was determined to get the position of Capital Governor. Among these nominees, almost all of them were officials in the King of Shu's faction. No matter how they chose, they could not avoid it.
MIngzhu walked over and said slowly, "Assistant Minister of Revenue, Ceng Shichun. This person is very capable. If we really had to choose from these people, only he can take on this heavy responsibility."
Not to mention that she was only a temporary representative of the court, even a real emperor would have to ask his subordinates to select some important officials before choosing one of them. If they ignored the opinions of the officials and stubbornly acted on their own, the court would be in chaos.
Of course, she was different from her father. Her father could make an exception to promote someone, but she did not have the right to do so.
Although Ceng Shichun's name was at the end of the list, after some consideration, she still felt that if she had to choose one of these people, Ceng Shichun was the most suitable one.
"It doesn't make sense to be promoted from the Assistant Minister of the Ministry of Revenue to the Capital Governor …" Li Yi shook his head. In order to make up the numbers, the King of Shu's faction was really willing to report anyone and everyone. Ceng Shichun was in the Ministry of Revenue, and he was likely to take over the position of Minister of Revenue in the future. Wasn't that much better than being the Capital Governor?
Although Minister Qin was in the prime, Ceng Minister's position, it was a lot. Governor's position, Ceng Ceng was of Minister.
Li Yi continued, "Moreover, although Ceng Shichun is capable, he is too lazy. He leaves early every day. How can he be a qualified governor?"
Old Zeng was different from the Qin and Cui families. This was a muddy water. In order to prevent trouble in the future, it was better to let him be the assistant minister of Revenue.
MIngzhu looked at him in surprise. "Do you really have a prejudice against Ceng Shichun?"
"It is just a matter of fact." Li Yi shook his head. "Even if Ceng Shichun was here, I would still dare to say this."
"Your Highness, Assistant Minister Zeng has entered the palace to report. He is waiting outside." A eunuch walked in and bowed.
MIngzhu looked at Li Yi and said, "Let him in."
Ceng Shichun must have just returned to the capital. He had not gone home to change and looked travel-worn. He handed over a memorial with both hands and said, "Your subject has been ordered to supervise the taxation of the Beijing-Hebei region. This is the detailed report. Your Highness, please have a look."
When the eunuch took the booklet and handed it over, he raised his head and looked at Li Yi vaguely, then stood still on the spot.
MIngzhu looked through it carefully and nodded. "Very good. You have worked hard."
"This is my duty." Ceng Shichun bowed again. "Your Highness, if there is nothing else, I will take my leave."
After Ceng Shichun left, MIngzhu came over with the list and asked, "Then who do you think should take this position?"
Li Yi looked around and thought for a moment. He said, "Let's do as you say."
Among these people, Ceng Shichun's status was special. Those on the King of Shu's side would definitely not think that the Eldest Princess would push the current Assistant Minister of Revenue to the position of Capital Governor. Thus, he was purely here to fill in the numbers.
In this way, their arrangements and plans could be disrupted. It would also be beneficial for their future actions. After all, Lord Ceng was a good opponent that could only be found by chance.
Thinking of the things that Chen Chong had mentioned, he casually asked, "Oh yes, there's one more thing. Are you familiar with Great Scholar Chu?"
MIngzhu suddenly raised her head and looked at him. She said in surprise, "Grand Tutor Chu?"
Li Yi shook his head. "What Grand Tutor? I don't know. Chen Chong said he was some 'Wenxin of the Jing Kingdom' …"
MIngzhu looked at him nervously and asked, "Grand Tutor Chu has just returned to the capital. What's wrong? You met him? Did you have any conflicts?"
"I've only heard of him once. I haven't even met him. How can there be any conflicts?" Li Yi looked at her in surprise. "Do I look like someone who gets into conflicts so easily?"
"Grand Tutor Chu was once Imperial Father's teacher. Even Prime Minister Qin and Prime Minister Shen have received his teachings. He was once in charge of the Imperial College and the Hongwen Library. All of the nobles in the capital and nearly half of the officials in the court can be considered his students. Grand Tutor Chu is someone that all the scholars in the world look up to …" MIngzhu looked at him and said seriously, "If you meet him, you'd better be respectful. If something really happens, even Imperial Father won't be able to protect you."
"Don't worry. Why would I provoke him? I'm worried that he'll blackmail me …" Li Yi shook his head and waved his hand in farewell. "Continue with your work. I'm leaving."
"Remember, the Chu family is not to be provoked," MIngzhu reminded him worriedly.
Li Yi waved his hand casually. "I know. I won't provoke them for no reason."
When he walked out, he was still a little confused and depressed.
Why hadn't he heard of this Grand Tutor Chu before? According to Her Royal Highness, this old man had extremely high prestige and influence in both the court and the court. Her Royal Highness might not be able to compare with him.
If such a person was recruited by the King of Shu, wouldn't their previous efforts be in vain?
When Li Yi walked out of the palace gate, Ceng Shichun's figure was still walking slowly in front of him.
Hearing the voice behind him, Ceng Shichun turned around and cupped his hands. "I have to thank County Marquis Li."
Li Yi asked in surprise, "Why are you thanking me?"
Ceng Shichun looked at him and said, "If it weren't for County Marquis Li, I wouldn't have to run around these days. I would have a more relaxed life."
"You're welcome. It's what I should do."
Li Yi waved his hand and said, "A pillar of the country like Lord Ceng should work hard for the country. Her Royal Highness just said that Lord Ceng is outstanding and does a good job. It's reasonable for you to work hard."
Ceng Shichun raised his eyebrows. "County Marquis Li, you must put in a good word for me in front of Her Royal Highness, right?"
"Of course." Li Yi nodded and then waved his hand. "It's what I should do. Lord Ceng, you don't have to thank me."
The two walked side by side. After walking out of the palace gate, Li Yi turned around and asked, "Last time in the teahouse, I heard Lord Ceng talk about the Eastern Palace, but I haven't asked for your opinion yet."
Ceng Shichun looked at him, his eyes focused, and then he smiled and said, "I think that Lord Li is right. This is a matter of the royal family, and it should be decided by His Majesty alone. We, the foreign officials, should not worry about it."
Li Yi nodded, looked at him, and said solemnly, "I'm afraid Lord Ceng should be prepared to take on more important tasks …"
Ceng Shichun was stunned and a trace of doubt appeared on his face. "What do you mean, County Marquis Li?"
Li Yi waved his hand and turned to leave.
"You'll know in the future."
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