Appoint Chen Xuance as an envoy to Tiandu?
Wei Yunyi's words left all the ministers present confused.
Because they knew that it would be impossible for Dawei and Tiandu to go to war easily.
Even without Emperor Taizu Gao's last words, the two countries would not easily start a war.
There will only be conflicts in local areas and the situation will not escalate.
After all, they are both major Eastern countries.
In addition, there is a huge snow-capped mountain in between, so a full-scale attack will not benefit anyone.
In this situation, the best way is for both parties to sit down and talk to calm the situation down.
Otherwise, if the dispute escalates, it will not benefit anyone.
However, all the ministers knew that the disputed area of Wusi could not be given up under any circumstances. After all, it was taken back by Emperor Taizu Gao and his soldiers with blood.
Even if that area is only a small part, it would still be a great humiliation if it were ceded.
therefore.
In the eyes of many people, they also want to have a talk with Tiandu Kingdom.
It is best to let the other party take a step back and choose to compromise.
Then resolve the matter.
In fact, it is very necessary to send envoys to Tiandu Kingdom.
However, the selection of this envoy must be carefully considered. After all, if one is not careful, either the relationship between the two sides will continue to deteriorate, or the Wei court will lose face.
So when Wei Yunyi said he wanted to send an envoy to Tiandu Kingdom, the ministers had no objection.
But when they heard that this heavy responsibility would be handed over to Chen Xuance, they found it hard to accept.
Many people originally did not recognize this person's talent and title of top scholar.
It is believed that he got to his position through flattery and luck.
There may be some real ingredients, but definitely not much.
Everyone looked at each other.
Besides being shocked, I simply didn't understand what His Majesty was thinking.
Of course, not only the ministers, but even Chen Xuance below was stunned after hearing those words.
Wasn't he a censor in the Censorate? Wasn't his only responsibility to give advice?
Why did Your Majesty send me on a diplomatic mission to the Kingdom of Tiandu?
You know.
The relationship between the two countries is not very friendly now.
If I go there and make that party unhappy, will I be able to get my life back?
Thinking of this, Chen Xuance couldn't help but feel a little scared. He couldn't help but say, "Your Majesty, this matter is of great importance. I'm afraid I can't take on this responsibility. Besides, I've only been in the Censorate for a short time."
In his heart, besides being a little afraid, what he was more worried about was that he knew that this task was difficult to complete.
Although if I could do it, I would definitely be successful and famous, and my name would be left in history.
But what if you can't do it? That would be a tragic outcome.
So Chen Xuance felt.
anyway.
I can't even take on this burden myself, it's too dangerous.
But Wei Yunyi, who was standing above, shook his head and said with a smile, "My dear, there is no need to be modest. As the first number one scholar of this dynasty, I believe in your ability. You are the only one who can be sent as an envoy to the Tiandu Kingdom."
"So you don't have to be so humble and refuse. As for the position in the Censorate, that's easy. I'll give you another official position."
"Just temporarily serve as the Junior Secretary of the Honglu Temple. This way, you will have the qualifications and reputation to go on a diplomatic mission to Tiandu."
The Honglu Temple was an institution in the imperial court that specialized in handling diplomatic affairs with other countries.
There is some overlap in responsibilities with the Ministry of Rites.
However, the Honglu Temple is a subordinate of the Ministry of Rites.
Because this agency only deals with foreign affairs and has no power internally.
Also because of the need to communicate with other countries, the officials of the Honglu Temple generally have higher ranks.
For example, the official position of Shaoqing belongs to the third rank, and the chief official of the Honglu Temple is usually the Minister of Rites, so that he can better manage the Honglu Temple.
The Minister of Rites Wang Lun let the Honglu Temple take the lead in handling matters concerning the Tiandu Kingdom.
That is why Wei Yunyi said that Chen Xuance should take up this official position.
You will have the qualifications and reputation.
after all.
It is impossible for ordinary officials to do such a thing.
The Honglu Temple of the Ministry of Rites is the best and fully fits his status.
Below, when Chen Xuance heard that His Majesty wanted to change his official position, he immediately understood that His Majesty was determined to send him on a diplomatic mission to the Tiandu Kingdom.
Although he was somewhat reluctant, he knew that he could not resist now. After hesitating for a moment, he bowed and said, "I obey your command."
Although Chen Xuance was serving as an official for the first time, he was quite clear that once the current emperor made a decision, he would not change it.
For example, if I became the top scholar, there must be some ministers who were dissatisfied, but did anyone raise the issue?
The reason for this is that Your Majesty is so arbitrary and no one dares to offend him, right?
Of course, he was more certain in his heart.
It is right for an emperor to make decisions on his own and not change them at will under the influence of his ministers. This is the behavior of a truly wise ruler.
But Chen Xuance didn't expect that such a thing would happen to him so soon.
But what can we do about it?
Just accept it.
He did not consider whether he could complete the mission after the mission.
In short, it is better to accept His Majesty's order first.
After all, he was chosen by His Majesty as the top scholar, so how could he resist?
Sitting on the dragon throne, Wei Yunyi was very happy to hear Chen Xuance accept the order. He then said, "Well, my dear minister Chen, I was right about you. I am very relieved that you will go on this mission to the Tiandu Kingdom."
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