Ye Xiaoxiao frowned, thinking about something, and Shangguan Lingyun looked at her in confusion.
"Xiaoxiao, what's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?"
Ye Xiaoxiao thought for a long time but couldn't remember what it was, so she could only shake her head.
Seeing this, Shangguan Lingyun stopped asking questions and discussed the next steps with her.
"Xiaoxiao, next, happy events will happen in the Qin family, the Ye family, the Sun family, and the Wang family."
"Besides, the scientific expedition is about to begin, so I might be busy for a while."
"If there is any news from the Number One Manor in the World, you must inform me immediately. Don't go there alone and take risks."
Ye Xiaoxiao nodded. Ever since her last failed attempt to escape, she has come to terms with it.
Although Shangguan Lingyun did not give her the romance that modern people have, she also saw his love for her.
"I understand. Go ahead and do your thing. I've been away for so long, and I also need to take care of these businesses in the capital and spend some time with the children."
Shangguan Lingyun finally felt relieved when he saw that she agreed.
After talking to Ye Xiaoxiao for a few more words, Shangguan Lingyun took Wang Xiao away.
In the imperial study, Shangguan Lingyun simply categorized and read those unimportant memorials, and then asked Wang Xiao to deal with them all.
However, at the moment, there are several high-ranking officials in the court who really need him to make careful arrangements.
Thinking of this, Shangguan Lingyun asked General Wang Xiao to summon all the court officials into the palace.
Soon, everyone arrived and Shangguan Lingyun began to ask.
"Everyone, I came here today to ask for your opinions. What are your thoughts on the positions of Prime Minister, Jingzhao Yin, and Dali Temple Minister?"
When everyone heard this, they began to discuss in a low voice, and Shangguan Lingyun directly pointed at Qin Chuan.
"Your Majesty, I believe that Zheng Tingjian, the Junior Secretary of the Dali Temple, is a very good person in terms of character, knowledge, and ability."
"Before, I was unable to retaliate because Li Si had been suppressing me. Now that Li Si is under investigation, I believe Zheng Tingjian can be a replacement."
Shangguan Lingyun nodded silently. He also knew what kind of person Zheng Tingjian was.
"Li Zhiming, go ahead."
"Your Majesty, I think what Lord Qin said is very true."
Shangguan Lingyun raised an eyebrow, "What about the others?"
"I second the motion."
Seeing that no one had any objection, Shangguan Lingyun directly promoted Zheng Tingjian to the position of Dali Temple Minister and promoted Jingzhao Shaoyin to the position of Zheng.
As for the position of prime minister, Shangguan Lingyun did not appoint anyone because there was no suitable candidate at the moment.
However, he already had a candidate in mind, but he just needed to give that person some experience.
Seeing that no one had any objection, Shangguan Lingyun announced the adjournment of the court.
After everyone left, Shangguan Lingyun asked Wang Xiao to keep Ye Pengcheng.
Although Ye Pengcheng was puzzled, he could only stand there silently.
"Father-in-law, please take a seat. I've asked you to stay because I have something I want to discuss with you."
"Your Majesty, you are too kind."
Although Shangguan Lingyun treats Ye Xiaoxiao very well and values the Ye family very much, Ye Pengcheng always remembers his duties and dares not overstep the line.
Shangguan Lingyun smiled lightly, "Father-in-law, there's no need to be so reserved. I've asked you to stay because I want to talk to you about the Minister of War."
Ye Pengcheng was a little confused, "Your Majesty, is there something wrong with the Minister of War, Song Hu?"
Shangguan Lingyun shook his head. "Song Hu received my favor in his early years, so he has been secretly supporting me since my father was on the throne."
"However, now that the Fourth Prince has been enlightened, as his uncle, he holds the military power in his hands, and I am always a little worried."
"Also, during this trip out of the palace, we discovered signs of troops stationed in Taikang County."
"Although the county magistrate has some connection with Shangguan Yu, it's inevitable that someone else may have been involved."
Ye Pengcheng was startled, "Did His Majesty discover something wrong?"
Shangguan Lingyun shook his head again, "It's not quite certain yet that I and Xiaoxiao have eliminated them."
Ye Pengcheng knew Shangguan Lingyun's character. If there were no clues, he would never make any random guesses.
"Your Majesty, what do you mean?"
"I have done Song Hu a favor, but he also supports me. I don't want to dishearten him, but I also don't want him to become too powerful."
"So, I want you to buy him a drink and tell him that I intend to give the Fourth Prince a fiefdom. I think he will understand."
Ye Pengcheng understood and admired Shangguan Lingyun's approach very much.
"Your Majesty, rest assured. I will see to it that this matter is handled properly. However, the position of Minister of War will not be easily chosen in a short period of time."
Shangguan Lingyun curled his lips, "Father-in-law, don't worry about this matter. I will make the decision myself."
Ye Pengcheng was startled, then replied carefully: "I made a mistake."
Shangguan Lingyun didn't care and waved his hand to let him leave first.
After Ye Pengcheng left, he was still a little uneasy, so he went back and found Li Zhiming and Qin Chuan to discuss the matter.
After everyone discussed and comforted him, Ye Pengcheng finally put his mind at ease and invited Song Hu to drink that night.
Song Hu didn't want to go at first, but when he heard the other party mention the enfeoffment of the fourth prince, he went there in person.
After Ye Pengcheng repeated Shangguan Lingyun's words, Song Hu already understood.
"Thank you, Lord Ye, for reminding me. I now understand what to do."
"Master Song, you're welcome. I'm just an errand boy."
Song Hu smiled and exchanged pleasantries with Ye Pengcheng. The two drank and chatted, talking about many things. It was not until late at night that Song Hu said goodbye and left.
At the next morning court session, Shangguan Lingyun announced the new candidates for the Chief Justice and the Prefect of Jingzhao, and naturally no one had any objection.
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