At this time, Zhang Yu certainly did not dare to refuse, as this was proposed by the emperor, and in front of Feng Congwu.
If I choose to refuse at this time, what will His Majesty think, and what will Feng Congwu think?
Zhang Yu quickly knelt on the ground and said, "I have always admired Mr. Feng's character and knowledge, and have always wanted to become his disciple. However, I am ashamed of my appearance and embarrassed to speak."
"I am truly grateful for your guidance today." After saying this, Zhang Yu quickly turned around, kowtowed to Feng Congwu, and said, "I greet you, Master."
Feng Congwu quickly helped Zhang Yu up and said with a smile, "Then you will stay by my side from now on."
After seeing this scene, Zhu Youxiao smiled even more happily. He casually pulled down a jade pendant and said, "I am very happy to be able to witness such a wonderful story today. I will give this jade pendant to Zhang Yu as a gift for your apprenticeship."
"Your Majesty, I thank you." Zhang Yu quickly knelt on the ground and kowtowed, then raised his hands high above his head.
Chen Hong, who was standing by, had already taken the jade pendant from Zhu Youxiao's hand. He walked quickly to Zhang Yu and put the jade pendant into Zhang Yu's hand.
It was warm and cool to the touch. After receiving the jade pendant, Zhang Yu immediately knelt on the ground and kowtowed to express his gratitude.
Zhu Youxiao nodded gently and said with a smile: "Becoming a disciple is a big deal. When you go back, prepare the apprenticeship gift. Remember to be more attentive."
"Don't worry, Your Majesty. I understand." Zhang Yu quickly agreed.
At this time, Zhang Yu also understood in his heart that His Majesty wanted him to take Feng Congwu as his teacher. As for what His Majesty was thinking, that was unknown.
Reminding himself that the etiquette of becoming a disciple should be more serious was clearly a comparison between Feng Congwu and Han Yu, warning himself not to favor one over the other.
Although Feng Congwu had a smile on his face, he felt mixed emotions in his heart.
He knew that this time he couldn't escape. Now that Zhang Yu had become his disciple, he was his teacher.
Many things are related to each other. This time, no matter what they do, you have to follow them. Your Majesty is tying yourself to them.
Thinking of this, Feng Congwu could only smile bitterly.
As for Zhang Yu on the side, he was also helpless, knowing that this time he might be put on the fire.
He first became a disciple of Han Yu, and now he became a disciple of Feng Congwu. Originally, it didn't matter much, after all, Feng Congwu had students all over the world, and one more would not make a difference.
But once Feng Congwu is favored by His Majesty from today on, things will immediately become different. He has the trust of the Prime Minister of the Cabinet, and also the trust of a favorite minister like Feng Congwu, so what will he become?
You have to know that Zhang Yu is not even a Jinshi now, so this is just putting him on the fire.
However, Zhang Yu also understood that this was His Majesty's warning to him.
It seems that his jumping around makes His Majesty think he is too smart. But there is nothing that can be done about it. If he doesn't jump around, this thing will not be accomplished.
Since he was able to obtain so many benefits before, he deserves this sin.
Seeing the harmonious relationship between Feng Congwu and his disciple, Zhu Youxiao seemed very satisfied and smiled gracefully. He said, "Actually, I am very interested in what you two said."
"How about this, from now on you will go to the palace once every three days." Zhu Youxiao said to Feng Congwu.
He then said to Zhang Yu, "You can go into the palace with Lord Feng and serve on the side."
"Yes, Your Majesty. I understand." Zhang Yu nodded quickly.
It's over. This is another time to put him on the fire. His Majesty is really determined to make life difficult for him.
Being favored by two important figures and being able to see His Majesty every day is simply a matter of life and death.
But this was not the end. Zhu Youxiao thought for a moment and said, "Your position as Shang Baoqing will be inconvenient. How about this, you become the Right Minister of the Ministry of Public Administration. This way, it will be much easier for you to enter the palace."
"I thank Your Majesty." Feng Congwu knelt down and said.
This official position is much better than the previous Shang Baoqing. Although the Tongzhengsi has declined greatly in recent years, a lean camel is still bigger than a horse, and he, the Shang Baoqing, cannot compare with it.
The Tongzhengsi was in charge of issuing and receiving the emperor's orders, communicating the situation of the people, checking and verifying official documents, and reporting the people's suggestions, petitions, military affairs, disasters, and other matters.
In terms of the establishment of official posts, one Tongzhengshi was appointed, of the third rank (in charge of accepting internal and external memorials, submitting memorials and refuting them).
There was one left and one right Tongzheng, both of whom were of the fourth rank (accepting memorials from both inside and outside the country and sealed appeals from subjects).
In other words, at this moment, Feng Congwu was promoted from a fifth-rank Shangbaoqing to a fourth-rank You Tongzheng in the Tongzhengsi.
Whether in terms of rank, status or power, this is a very high-quality leap, something that most people dare not even think about.
However, Feng Congwu and Zhang Yu were a little hesitant, because they both knew in their hearts that they were not doing this for official positions, let alone for the position of Right Tongzheng in the Tongzhengsi.
This position wasn't that valuable. Although it was much more powerful than the Shang Bao Qing, it wasn't even comparable. However, due to the continuous growth of the cabinet in recent years, the Tongzhengsi was almost dead in name only. Under such circumstances, this position was really not that important.
If there are no further requirements, then it is naturally the best position. After all, it allows easy access to His Majesty.
But what they are seeking is the chief priest of the Royal Academy, and the things involved are different.
The rank of the Imperial Academy's chief priest may not be very high, but the actual power they hold is very, very great. And at a critical moment like now, whoever can control the Imperial Academy will be able to have sufficient say.
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