No one to trust?
But Xu Yan doesn't think so.
When it comes to understanding the history of the Jiajing Dynasty, no one dares to claim to be first if he is second.
Looking at the late Jiajing Dynasty, if we were to pick someone from the cabinet who could compete with Yan Song, it would probably be only Xu Jie.
It is true that Xu Jie was very restrained during most of the time he worked with Yan Song, but that does not mean that Xu Jie was a coward.
On the contrary, this is a manifestation of great wisdom and foolishness.
After all, Yan Song was a powerful figure throughout the late Jiajing period. The emperor trusted him greatly, so if Xu Jie acted rashly, not only would he fail to bring Yan Song down, but he might also get himself into trouble.
Xia Yan’s previous experience was right in front of him, so Xu Jie certainly would not repeat the same mistake.
Restrain and endure, accumulate strength.
Wait until the time is right before taking action; this is how people accomplish great things.
After pondering for a moment, Xu Yan said in a deep voice, "Sir, I have thought of someone I can entrust with this matter."
Zhu Wan smiled and said, "Tell me about it."
"The current Left Vice Minister of the Ministry of Personnel is Xu Jie, Xu Huating."
Xu Yan said without hesitation.
"Xu Jie?"
Zhu Wan was naturally familiar with the name Xu Jie.
This person had previously served as the chief academic officer of the Imperial College, and had later served as the president of the Hanlin Academy. He was recently transferred to the position of left vice-minister of the Ministry of Personnel.
However, Zhu Wan did not remember Xu Jie having any particularly outstanding performance.
"Yes, it's Xu Jie."
Xu Yan paused and said, "This man is a loyal and good minister. Perhaps you can make friends with him, Lord Minister."
Xu Yan was very clear about Xu Jie's career advancement trajectory.
In February of the 28th year of the Jiajing reign, about half a year later, Xu Jie would be promoted to the Minister of Rites. And in the 31st year of the Jiajing reign, Xu Jie would enter the cabinet and participate in the affairs of state.
It can be said that Xu Jie's promotion speed in the next few years will be extremely terrifying, and he may even be ranked first among all civil and military officials in the court.
It is most worthwhile to make friends with Xu Jie at this time.
In fact, Xu Yan had no intention of letting Xu Jie protect Zhu Wan to his death.
As long as Xu Jie can say a few words for Zhu Wan in times of crisis, that will be enough.
After all, it was Emperor Jiajing who played the most crucial role.
As long as Emperor Jiajing believed that Zhu Wan was innocent, even if Yan Song used all his tricks, he would not be able to change this.
Now Xu Yan has won a good public opinion environment for Zhu Wan.
This can also be seen from Emperor Jiajing's attitude towards Zhu Wan.
I'm afraid that Emperor Jiajing will suddenly have a brain seizure, and at this time Xu Jie needs to step forward and say something.
His role is limited to this.
Zhu Wan was silent for a long time before saying in a deep voice, "It's not impossible. But I don't have any friendship with Xu Huating, so how can I make friends with him rashly?"
When Xu Yan saw that Zhu Wan agreed, he was overjoyed.
He took a step forward and said in a gentle voice, "How about this, sir?..."
Zhu Wan's eyes lit up after hearing this.
"Yishi is really my little Zhuge Liang."
"Your Excellency, Minister, are too kind."
Xu Yan quickly said modestly: "I was just saying it casually."
"Those who know me say I am worried, those who do not know me say I am seeking nothing. I am very satisfied to have a close friend."
Zhu Wan sighed.
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The capital, Yan Mansion.
After the court session, Yan Song went straight back home.
As he got older, he no longer liked to wander around like he did when he was young. What Yan Song liked to do most was to stay at home and rest quietly.
But what made him a little annoyed was that Yan Shifan was too restless. He even held a banquet with stringed instruments and wind music, which made him unable to have a moment of peace.
Yan Song naturally knew exactly who Yan Shifan was meeting.
They are all a bunch of flatterers who want to use the Yan family's connections to move up the ladder.
But one thing is good, these people are willing to spend money.
Therefore, Yan Song turned a blind eye and allowed Yan Shifan to do whatever he wanted.
As long as the situation is not too extreme, Yan Song will not easily intervene.
Yan Song had just changed out of his court robes when he heard the housekeeper report that Zuo Tongzheng Zhao Wenhua wanted to see him.
Yan Song thought about it and let him in.
Zhao Wenhua naturally did not come empty-handed.
He asked someone to bring a special wooden basin made of golden nanmu wood, inlaid with many gems.
As soon as he entered the room, Zhao Wenhua said with a smile: "Godfather, this is your son's filial piety to you. Your feet have been dry all the time, so soaking them in this basin should help."
After saying that, he asked someone to bring a basin of hot water.
When the hot water came, Zhao Wenhua actually knelt on the ground and said with a charming smile: "Son, come and wash your godfather's feet."
Zhao Wenhua has done so much, it would be unreasonable for Yan Song to refuse.
But he was filled with emotion.
While the biological son was having a grand banquet and enjoying himself, the godson was still thinking about showing some filial piety.
He really didn't know whether to be happy or sad.
Zhao Wenhua took off Yan Song's cloud socks, and a strong smell instantly spread.
Although Zhao Wenhua was prepared, he was still almost suffocated.
Hold on, you must hold on!
He tried to warn himself in his heart, but ultimately did not show any disgust.
The water temperature was just right. Yan Song put his feet into the basin and closed his eyes in great enjoyment.
Zhao Wenhua began to scrub Yan Song very carefully.
Among Yan Song's many adopted sons, Zhao Wenhua can be said to be the most dedicated.
Not only did he give Yan Song gifts during festivals, but he also often came to personally massage his back and legs, and now he even washed his feet.
Yan Song was somewhat moved and said, "Wenhua, you don't have to come in person every time."
Zhao Wenhua thought to himself, "Who said I have to come and wash your feet every time? It's just a gesture, but you old man take it seriously."
"It's the son's duty to be filial to his godfather."
Zhao Wenhua narrowed his eyes and smiled, "As long as godfather needs me, my son can come anytime."
"Wenhua, I'm sorry for that."
Yan Song was quite touched. He cleared his throat and said, "It's time to change the position of Tongzhengshi. You should pay more attention these days."
Zhao Wenhua's heart almost jumped out when he heard this.
He waited and waited, and finally got this opportunity. How could he not be happy?
"Thank you, godfather. I will definitely guard the gate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs for you."
Zhao Wenhua wiped Yan Song's feet respectfully, leaving not even a drop of water.
"Godfather, I heard that His Majesty punished many officials who impeached Zhu Wan with canings in court?"
Zhao Wenhua naturally heard about the incident of Zuo Shunmen being beaten with a stick in the court.
What he was more concerned about was why the emperor supported Zhu Wan so strongly.
After all, there was a rift between him and Zhu Wan, and Zhao Wenhua had always wanted to find an opportunity to take revenge.
But now it seems not so easy.
If the emperor really has high hopes for Zhu Wan, Zhao Wenhua would never dare to touch his reverse scale.
"How can we, your Majesty's ministers, guess what is in your mind?"
Yan Song said slowly, "But Zhu Wanjian is definitely in the emperor's heart."
When Zhao Wenhua heard this, his heart was bleeding.
"Why does Wenhua care about this?"
Of course, Yan Song didn't know about the conflict between Zhao Wenhua and Zhu Wan.
And Zhao Wenhua seemed to have no intention of publicizing it.
"My son was just asking casually."
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