As a result, there were more and more discussions in the capital.
If it weren't for the victorious return of the young prince, I'm afraid things would have escalated.
But in Ouyang Ji's eyes, whether it was the top scorer or the second place, it actually didn't matter. Besides, the other party was his close friend, so he didn't need to care about it.
I’m just worried that the discussions outside will make Chen Xuance feel uncomfortable.
But because the imperial examination had just ended, there was a lot to do.
There was no time to talk to each other.
Now there is a gap.
The friend asked again, and Ouyang Ji naturally would not miss this opportunity.
"As long as Brother Ouyang doesn't mind." Upon hearing this, Chen Xuance immediately breathed a sigh of relief, and a smile appeared in his eyes.
He really doesn't care about the position of the top scholar. If his friends need it, what's wrong with just giving it up?
It’s a pity that this was personally appointed by His Majesty, which is why he was so worried before.
Now that the other party doesn’t suggest it, it’s okay.
He thought for a moment and continued, "I've seen you go to the Ministry of Personnel quite often these past few days. How's it going? Have you decided on the place where you'll be appointed as a county magistrate?"
Chen Xuance knew that his friend had wanted to go to the northwest region since he started school, to develop that barren place and bring the prosperity of the south of the Yangtze River there.
Now that he has received the grace of His Majesty and is able to take up the position of magistrate of a certain county, he is very happy.
However, once Ouyang Ji went to the northwest region to take up his post, he was in the capital again.
I'm afraid it will be very difficult to meet each other in the future.
Now I want to ask the other party if the place has been decided and when we will leave.
"The place has been decided. As for the time to take office, it has not been determined yet, but it should be soon." Ouyang Ji replied. He now wanted to go to the northwest region as soon as possible to fully display his talents.
Therefore, he has been urging the Ministry of Personnel to finalize the matter as soon as possible.
Chen Xuance naturally understood his friend's thoughts. Although he was reluctant, he didn't say much. He just said, "That's fine. But Brother Ouyang, before that, could you accompany me to pay a visit to Elder Song?"
He had heard before that when the top ten essays were determined during the palace examination, it was Song Gongwen, the Minister of State, who overruled the majority.
I was included in the list and was favored by His Majesty, so I got this commissioner.
This is a great favor, and I must go and express my gratitude.
I just couldn't find the time.
Now, Chen Xuance wants his friends to accompany him.
"Okay." Ouyang Ji did not refuse after hearing this.
Now Song Gongwen is in the limelight in the court. He is the father-in-law of the emperor and the second prime minister. He is deeply trusted by His Majesty. Now he has a son who destroyed the country. In terms of prestige alone, I am afraid he is second only to the chief minister.
It would be better to go and pay a visit in person. Who knows, you may need the help of this elder someday.
After receiving a response from his friend, Chen Xuance nodded and did not speak any further.
Like all the officials, he stood there and continued to wait.
And at the front of the line of officials.
Song Gongwen also stood there. Although his face was expressionless, he was extremely excited.
It's not his fault. Anyone who has a son who destroys a country would probably be extremely excited.
Now that his son has returned to the capital and is about to walk into Chengtian Palace, he feels a little proud.
After all, Song Gongwen never thought about it at any time.
The other party will do it in this way.
Appearing in Chengtian Palace, it represents the center of power of the Wei Dynasty.
But soon, Song Gongwen suddenly discovered that the Minister of Rites Wang Lun next to him had a sad face, as if he had something on his mind.
After a brief thought, he immediately remembered and couldn't help asking, "Lord Wang, are you still worried about the Tiandu Kingdom?"
As the second-in-command of the cabinet, Song Gongwen naturally knew that there had been some chaos in the southwestern Us region recently.
The Tiandu Kingdom repeatedly crossed the border and provoked disputes, and the cabinet also received reports.
It’s just that His Majesty has been away from court these days.
They just submitted a few memorials and didn't discuss it.
"Who says not?" Wang Lun nodded immediately after hearing this and said, "I reported this to His Majesty last time. His Majesty's intention is still to appease them. However, the Tiandu Kingdom has become increasingly aggressive and refused to negotiate with us at all."
"He also said that we can talk, but the prerequisite is that the land must be returned. Tell me, can my Ministry of Rites agree to this?"
"Even if the Ministry of Rites agrees, what will the people say if this gets out?"
Having said that, Wang Lun shook his head.
In fact, if it were any other time, it might not be a big deal.
Just retreat. After all, the relationship between Tiandu Kingdom and Wei Dynasty is difficult to handle because of the last words of Emperor Taizu Gao.
But what time is it now? Song Hongzhi has just destroyed Gaoyang, and the people are at their most excited. If the news of the court's retreat spreads, who knows how the people will react.
After hearing the Minister of Rites's complaint, Song Gongwen said, "So, Lord Wang plans to take advantage of this court meeting to report to His Majesty?"
Wang Lun didn't say anything, but nodded, obviously acknowledging it.
His Majesty has announced that he will suspend court for a month.
If you don't say it at this time,
Do you still expect that submitting a memorial can solve the problem?
Besides, the Tiandu Kingdom is not a small matter, so taking it out is no big deal.
Song Gongwen next to him thought about it and felt that it was best to say it now.
We can't wait any longer, this concerns the safety of the border.
Immediately, he was ready to speak.
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