Chapter 29: Being an official. Let me kiss you again, I will like you even more…
The decree to confer official titles quickly spread throughout the previous dynasty.
No one expected that Pei Ji was not given a title when he returned triumphantly, but was sent away because of a marriage. Now he directly entered the Censorate and became the deputy of the Left Envoy. Although he has no rank yet, it is enough to know that he will take over the responsibility of the Left Censor-in-Chief in the future.
It can be seen how unconscious His Majesty is this time, otherwise he would not have been given such a high position!
When he went to court, Pei Ji was criticized thoroughly by the court officials.
"Your Majesty! Please reconsider. Although Pei Ji has some meritorious service, he can be given a military officer position. How can he enter the Censorate?"
"This boy has always been arrogant and domineering. I'm afraid that not only will he not be able to help Your Majesty with your worries and difficulties, but he will only add to your worries!"
"Your Majesty, please think twice!"
They all knew the duties of the Censorate, which was to censure the various officials, clarify the various paths, and serve as the eyes and ears of the emperor and the regulator of public order.
Treacherous villains who violate the law and disrupt government administration can be impeached.
Investigate whether colleagues and officials are virtuous and should be dismissed.
Even serious prisoners in prison should work with the Ministry of Justice and others.
The Pei family has concubines and princes. All the men in the Pei family serve as officials in the court, and each of them holds a high position and has considerable real power.
If Pei Ji is added, wouldn't that mean the Pei family will control the Tianqi government?
Emperor An remained silent upon hearing this, as if he was in deep thought, or as if he wanted to know how many people were on the same side as the Pei family, and how many people remained silent.
Pei Ji raised his eyes, and his cold gaze swept over those who had been shouting the loudest just now, staring them into silence.
He then slowly spoke, "Zhao Tong, a year ago, your wife's brother forcibly took another man's wife, causing her husband to commit suicide. You knew about this, yet you relied on your family's influence to quietly quell the incident."
"Sir Wang, your son bullied men and women, selling good women to brothels and forcing them into prostitution. You secretly dealt with him and sent him to the countryside to escape harm. He just secretly returned to the capital three months ago."
"Master Cui——"
Cui Dayou was stunned when his name was called, "I have never done anything against the law of nature!"
Pei Ji chuckled: "Master Cui thinks I'm arrogant and domineering, but how do I compare to those two?"
Cui Dayou was stunned. Everyone knew that the fourth son of the Pei family was arrogant and domineering, but in the final analysis, it was just that their tempers were not gentle enough. He had never heard of such evil things.
What's more, the men of the Pei family are all pillars of the family. Although they occasionally have different political views, they have never made things ugly. They are all decent people.
Cui Dayou was silent for a moment, and then he said no more objections. He just said that if this young Master Pei did anything wrong, he should not blame him for not remembering their friendship.
Zhao Tong and Wang Tianshun had never expected that in just a few days, he would be able to thoroughly investigate these matters that had never become a big deal.
This is a tactic to kill the chicken to scare the monkey.
Kill these people who are jumping up and down to warn all those who want to drive him out of the court.
The officials all knew that Zhao Tong and Wang Tianshun's appearance was just a coincidence, but Pei Ji was able to find out their secrets clearly. I'm afraid everyone has been investigated...
Everyone has secrets in their hearts, more or less, big or small, but since they are all hidden by them, it proves that the secrets cannot be easily revealed to others.
This move was to make an example of someone to scare the monkeys, and no court official objected.
"Zhao Tong, Wang Tianshun," Emperor An rebuked in a deep voice, "the matter has already passed. Further dismissal and investigation would be a loss. It just so happens that the East is suffering from a drought. Please give me more silver, my dear ministers."
"Your humble servant obeys your order."
"Your humble servant obeys your order."
Emperor An knew that these matters were closely linked, and the drought in the east was even more serious.
Seeing that everyone in the palace was trembling with fear, he once again confirmed Pei Ji's mission and then withdrew from the court and left.
The officials also dispersed and walked out in groups, glancing at Pei Ji from time to time, each of them wanting to say something but stopping themselves.
It was as if they wanted to get acquainted with him, or as if they wanted to ask him how much he knew about himself. They all wanted to ask indirectly, but no one dared.
Pei Ji naturally walked forward side by side with his father and brothers. Pei Xiao not only did not blame him, but was extremely satisfied with his practice of killing the chicken to scare the monkey today.
Even if it were him, if anyone dared to disrupt the morale of the army during the battle, he would dare to kill the chicken to scare the monkey and execute them first and report later.
"Your position in the court will be particularly awkward because of what happened today," Pei Su reminded softly. "Even if someone appreciates what you did today, they won't dare to befriend you easily, fearing rumors that they're trying to curry favor with you. Those who already dislike you will have even more to say."
"I know." Pei Ji chuckled, his face facing the bright sun showing a look of confidence.
This is what the court officials are thinking, and it is also what Your Majesty wants the court officials to think.
The Censorate can only be loyal to His Majesty, and this is something that all court officials know very well, but the officials have different thoughts and no one can confirm who is their ally.
Emperor An understood that he could not control everyone's hearts, but if Pei Ji was pushed out, the court would become much more chaotic, and some people would even lose their composure.
Let Pei Ji and those court officials supervise each other, which will also make it easier to govern.
Pei Ji guessed Emperor An's thoughts clearly.
Emperor An did not completely trust him. Pushing him to this position might have been just a matter of interest, or he might have had other calculations, but in the final analysis, it was a test to see if he could become a sharp and handy knife, or a chess piece that he could use.
The word "calculation" is both difficult and simple.
Pei Su nodded slightly, "I'm glad you understand. Today you will officially start your official duties. Be vigilant and careful in everything you do. Don't bring those talented people around you into the palace."
"I understand." Pei Ji understood.
After leaving the meeting hall, they dispersed to the east and west and returned to their respective departments to work.
Pei Ji walked alone, and occasionally officials who were walking in the same direction as him only dared to look at him and didn't even dare to nod, for fear of being labeled as his accomplice and then being targeted by other officials.
He kept sneering, look how scared these people were.
How come no one from the Censorate dares to avoid him like this?
But it's also true that he showed off his skills today and scared these timid people, so they should stay away from him.
Pei Ji saw the old man walking fast in front of him from a distance. He narrowed his eyes and, relying on his height and long legs, walked to the old man in a few steps.
"Lord Left Censor, I will rely on your care in the future." Pei Ji immediately gave him a compliment, and his compliment was so frank that the old man couldn't find any fault with him.
The Left Censor glanced at him and walked even faster.
Pei Ji followed slowly, "Sir, please wait for me. From now on, I will be your subordinate and will have to rely on your care. Please give me more support."
This is a particularly shameless statement.
Anyone could see that he had entered the Censorate today and would not be able to leave for three to five years. He was now the deputy of the Left Censor, and would be the Left Censor in the future.
Seeing that they were coming for him, how could the Left Censor promote him? How could he promote him above his own head?
"How dare you be so arrogant in front of the emperor!" The Left Censor was too lazy to look at him. He just turned his head and nodded at him, then walked forward quickly.
"Thank you for your advice."
Since they were going to the same place, he would follow behind the other person at a distance, and would say a few words from time to time, which made the old man so angry that he stamped his feet.
They soon arrived at the Censorate. Pei Ji calmed down a bit, exchanged a few words with his colleagues, and then sat down to listen to the arrangements made by the Left Censor.
The Censorate is your Majesty's eyes and ears. These ears and eyes have different personalities, and Pei Ji wants to be the most unique one.
The Censorate receives all kinds of information every day, which has to be compiled into books, with different types written in different books, and then submitted to His Majesty according to their importance. They will definitely know a lot of things if it passes through their hands.
"This is about disaster relief in the East. You're responsible for compiling it into a book." The Left Censor personally assigned the task to him. "You're very familiar with how others do it."
"yes."
Pei Ji adjusted his attitude, took the documents and paper books handed to him by the old man, and prepared to copy them into the booklet to be presented to His Majesty.
Although he was born into a military family, he had a good handwriting and could write quickly and forcefully. He copied all the information about disaster relief and could not help but look through other booklets when he took a break.
The Left Censor looked at him and said nothing. As long as he was here, he would naturally know many things.
Pei Ji flipped through the book casually, not expecting to find any incredible secrets, just thinking of it as a way to pass the time.
It was not until the afternoon that the officials left.
Pei Ji continued to walk slowly, but occasionally someone from the Censorate would talk to him. After all, they were colleagues from the same department. If the Censorate fell apart, wouldn't that be a slap in the face of His Majesty?
Besides, Pei Ji is not crazy all the time. He is a smiling tiger who smiles at everyone. Naturally, people who are paralyzed by him will not think he is cruel.
"Master Pei, you just took office today and it's still early. Why don't you give us a chance to treat you to a meal?" An assistant of the same age as him bravely suggested.
Pei Ji turned his head to look at him, and his mind immediately remembered his surname and identity——
Liu Linfeng, born in a poor family, is a man of extraordinary intelligence. He became a Jinshi three years ago and has been sent to the Censorate to do odd jobs for three years.
Pei Ji raised his lips and said with a nonchalant smile: "Okay, then let's go directly to Songhexuan?"
"I have a few good friends..."
"Bring them all with you. I'll treat you today."
Pei Ji said goodbye to Pei Xiao and others, took Liu Linfeng and others out of the palace and went straight to Songhexuan.
Liu Linfeng and his colleagues held low official positions. The courtyard they were allocated when they passed the imperial examination was far from the palace, and they could not afford a fast carriage, so they had to get up early and work late every day.
Thanks to Pei Ji, we were able to reach the city very quickly today.
Songhexuan still kept his private room. Pei Ji specifically asked whether his little mute had been there before bringing them in.
Liu Linfeng and his companions were a little overwhelmed when they entered the private room. They stood at the table and left the first seat for Pei Ji. He couldn't help but chuckle: "Since it's my invitation, just listen to me and don't be polite. Just sit down wherever you like. We are all colleagues, there are no rules."
Although he said this, these people did not dare to listen to him.
They are colleagues in the department, but outside the department, he is Pei Si of the Pei family, and no one dares to neglect him.
"Go buy a few jugs of good wine and ask the kitchen staff to keep an eye on me. It wouldn't be good to neglect my colleagues." Pei Ji said to the waiter with a smile.
The waiter immediately responded, "I dare not neglect you and your guests. I will ask the kitchen to prepare it right away. Please wait a moment."
Pei Ji thought of something and said to Yuan Rong beside him: "Go home and tell Zheng Jun to stop worrying."
"yes."
Liu Linfeng quickly said in a strange and flattering manner: "You and Zhengjun are deeply in love, and we were rude today..."
These words made Pei Ji feel particularly comfortable, and the smile on his face seemed genuine. "My Zhengjun is gentle and kind-hearted, with a beautiful face, and he speaks very cutely."
Talk? Didn’t you marry a mute?
Liu Linfeng and the others were a little embarrassed and didn't know how to respond. They just smiled and nodded, not wanting to let the atmosphere cool down at all.
Pei Ji took in their expressions and naturally knew why these people had remained small officials for three years.
Although they are knowledgeable and could answer questions fluently in the exam, these people have straight backs and are as upright as green bamboos. It is so difficult for them to say a few words to please them. Three years have passed and they have not been kicked out of the departments. It can be seen to what extent they have been ignored.
It is worth pondering how they are looking for themselves today.
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【Drinking?】
Although He Zhiliao had already learned about this from his father and brother, he was still a little surprised to hear Yuan Rong's reply.
Yuan Rong was a little nervous. "Yes, I've just met a few new colleagues today, and it seems I want to have a drink with them and make friends. I've asked my subordinates to let you know that dinner doesn't have to wait any longer."
He Zhiliao nodded repeatedly. Drinking was not a big deal. All men in the world loved drinking. He himself especially liked plum wine.
[Then let him eat less, it's harmful to his health.]
"Yes, Lord Zheng, do you have anything else to tell the master?" Yuan Rong asked respectfully.
He Zhi shook his head.
"...Yes." Yuan Rong returned to Songhexuan to serve.
He's so weird.
He Zhiliao frowned slightly. There was nothing to remind him at all.
Chun Jian said, "My son-in-law just came to the palace to do his work today and he went to drink with his colleagues. Maybe he was afraid that you would be angry and was testing you."
He Zhiliao laughed as if he heard something funny. He didn't think it was a big deal. The other party told him the location, so why was he angry?
Let's make some hangover soup.
"Yes." Harumi said, "Then shall we eat in the kitchenette?"
He Zhiliao shook his head slightly and decided to go to the front yard to eat with his mother and the others.
The sun had set after dinner. He Zhi thought Pei Ji would be drinking and chatting with his colleagues, so she didn't wait for him. After washing up, she changed into comfortable clothes and read a book by candlelight.
His mother said that reading can help one gain wisdom, so he naturally should read more books and practice calligraphy. Now Pei Ji is working in the palace, and as his legitimate ruler, he cannot be like an ordinary person.
He was reading the book quietly. After turning a few pages, he heard some noise coming from outside.
Yanhua, who was guarding outside the house, immediately came to report, "Master is back!"
He Zhiliao immediately put down the book and stood up to greet him. As soon as he reached the door, he saw Pei Ji walking towards him with unsteady steps, and signaling him not to move.
His eyes curved with a smile, but he didn't move.
"Are you welcoming me?" Pei Ji's voice was hoarse and low, like aged wine that had just been opened, which made He Zhilai feel a little dizzy.
He nodded obediently, walked forward, hugged Pei Ji's arm, and helped him walk into the house.
Ever since he saw him, Pei Ji had been smiling all the time, and his gaze was glued to his face like paste, not wanting to leave for even a moment.
He Zhiliao struggled to help him lie down. Pei Ji asked with a smile, "Are you my new wife?"
He Zhiliao immediately nodded heavily, yes!
"You are so beautiful, why don't you say anything? Do you dislike me because I drank too much and don't want to pay attention to me? I know I was wrong, and I won't dare to do it again." Pei Ji apologized softly.
He quickly shook his head and said he was not angry.
Pei Ji asked again: "Are you a little mute?"
【ah. 】
yes.
Pei Ji frowned slightly, and tried to hold him in his arms despite his dizzy body, but he fell back heavily with the man.
He comforted her with some heartache: "It's okay, I like the little mute too."
"Let me kiss you again, I'll like it even more..."
"Hmm? Little mute? Little husband? Little darling——"
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