After becoming the prime minister, Shen Shixing became more refined in food and clothing. Although this meal at Shen Mansion was a family banquet, it was also full of delicacies.

This meal is enough to cover the expenses of the people in the capital for two or three years.

After hearing Shen Shixing's words, Zhu Guozuo and Gu Xiancheng had no intention of eating at the banquet. Instead, Lin Yanchao had what he should eat and what he should drink, as if he was his own family.

In fact, according to the relationship between Lin Yanchao and Shen Shixing, at least Lin Yanchao used to regard this place as half of his home in the capital.

After the banquet, Shen Shixing ordered his eldest son Shen Yongmao to send Lin Yanchao, Gu Xiancheng and others out.

When he arrived outside the mansion, Lin Yanchao was about to get into the sedan chair, he saw Gu Xiancheng's servant rushing to say something about his master saying to Lin Yanchao.

So Lin Yanchao and Gu Xiancheng made an appointment to meet in a place.

The two arrived one after another, Lin Yanchao arrived first, and when he saw Gu Xiancheng, the other party looked solemn.

After taking the seat, Gu Xiancheng immediately said, "I heard that Hai Gangfeng's mourning ceremony was assisted by Brother Zong Hai?"

Since Lin Yanchao became a Hanlin Bachelor, he had never dared to call him "Phe" when he met him in the same year, let alone now as Minister of Rites, but Gu Xiancheng is still the same. Back then, Gu Xiancheng took his own risk of his life to advise him, Lin Yanchao remembered this kindness and treated him as usual, and did not mind at all.

Lin Yanchao said: "It's basically still in charge of the Yixue Yamen, but Lin just helped a little."

Gu Xiancheng nodded and said, "Zong Hai is really a noble person. Hai Gangfeng is not a master. Yuan Fu likes it. Even though Zong Hai knew this, he was still willing to stand up and do the things behind Hai Gangfeng."

Lin Yanchao's heart was shaking. People said that a saint knew the difference and knew the end when he saw it.

Although this official does not have the ability to do this, it is the basic skill to guess from other people's words.

Gu Xiancheng said that Shen Shixing should not be his mentor like himself, and that the word Yuanfu seemed to be different.

Lin Yanchao asked, "Brother Uncle Shi, is there anything important to ask me for a date at this time?"

Gu Xiancheng nodded and said, "I do have some private words to discuss with Zong Hai."

The two of them stood back and left.

Gu Xiancheng said unfairly: "When Hai Gangfeng was restored to office, the Nanjing Censor Fang Huan and Fang Xinyu repeatedly submitted memorials to slander Hai Gangfeng. The emperor's cabinet did not punish him. My brother Yuncheng couldn't stand it. He and two Jinshi Peng Zungu, the same imperial examination, submitted a memorial to demand punishment for Fang Huan. The court removed my brother and Peng and the two of them from Guanlai for the crime of crossing the ranks of the matter."

Gu Xiancheng's words were harsh and harsh. Lin Yanchao knew that his words were very sharp and often criticized the current problems among court officials.

Gu Xiancheng is already so powerful, and his brother is even more amazing.

When Gu Yuncheng was still a Jinshi in power, he even jointly criticized a court official with two of the same subjects. Of course, this move was unanimously praised by the people in the court, and what he said was indeed very reasonable, but the procedure was indeed wrong.

A Jinshi in Guanzheng is not yet said to be a formal official, but can only be said to be equivalent to an intern. Interns who have just joined the company dare to criticize the middle-level cadres of the company. Even if they make sense, they will definitely be seeking death.

Lin Yanchao immediately said, "Brother Uncle Shi, if it is for Ji Shi's reinstatement, I will keep running with all my might and help the work of a dog or a horse."

If it were someone else who would have been moved by Lin Yanchao's words.

But Gu Xiancheng said with a whisper: "Zonghai is very kind, Gu is grateful, but Gu is not a person who runs for his younger brother's career."

"That's because of Fang Huan. This person slandered Hai Rui, which is really hateful!"

Gu Xiancheng laughed and said, "This person is just a dog, but it will kill you and me instead dirty your and my hands."

Lin Yanchao took a sip of tea and said, "Uncle, you and I are the best friends. If you have something to do, I will definitely help you. Even if it is a huge dilemma, I will definitely help you. But sometimes, I will advise you to do what you can."

Gu Xiancheng asked in a stern voice: "Zonghai, what did you hear about in class?"

Lin Yanchao nodded and said, "At first I thought it was just a rumor, but today I saw you come to me and believed it three more. This matter was taken from the fire."

If someone else heard Lin Yanchao's words, it would be in vain, but Gu Xiancheng looked solemn.

This starts with last year. Last year, Shen Shixing instructed Yang Wei, the Minister of Personnel, to not be as strict as when Zhang Ju was in charge of his position in the past, and to be more generous.

But Xin, the left censor of the Censorate, studied by himself and submitted a report to the emperor alone, saying that the Beijing inspection once every six years must be strictly controlled.

The emperor agreed to Xin Zixiu's statement, but Wang Xijue was dissatisfied with Shen Shixing.

Xin Zixiu planned to impeach more than a dozen people, and Chen Yujiao was one of them. Chen Yujiao was not only a disciple of Wang Xijue, but also attached to Shen Shixing, so he started to take the initiative to impeach Xin Zixiu.

Xin Zixiu was impeached by Chen Yujiao and dismissed from office. Gu Xian became Xin Zixiu's unfairness and submitted a memorial to defend him. As a result, Gu Xiancheng was also heavily blamed.

Historically, Gu Xiancheng was demoted to Guangxi for this memorial and was appointed as the magistrate of Guiyangzhou.

However, he had a very deep foundation in this life. With the support of many officials, he was not demoted from the capital. He was just scolded. However, he was promoted to the position of Minister of Personnel, but he is still in charge.

Because of pleading for Xin Zixiu, Shen Shixing did not protect Gu Xiancheng, which shows that Gu Xiancheng's performance in this matter disappointed him.

Seeing that Lin Yanchao was clear about everything, Gu Xiancheng immediately said, "Since I can't hide it, I won't hide it anymore. Yes, I intend to contact the court officers to impeach Zhang Jing."

Lin Yanchao sighed: "Is this true?"

Gu Xiancheng nodded and said, "I have discussed this matter with my mentor, but my mentor firmly objected. If I submit a memorial to impeach Zhang Jing, the emperor, Zhang Jing will definitely think that he is in charge of the mission and let me not be able to have this heart after finishing it. Zhang Jing will sooner or later die, so we really don't have to do it. After hearing this, I was very dissatisfied. My mentor told me that I should not expose any slightest words in this matter, otherwise I will suffer a murder."

"I didn't expect that my teacher trusted you so much and told you about this. Well, since you know, there is no turning back when you draw the bow, my teacher made me make up my mind after talking to the table today."

Yes, Gu Xiancheng heard Shen Shixing's three chickens with one bucket of wine, and he heard it as a beating against him.

However, Gu Xiancheng didn't know that Lin Yanchao did not know about this from Shen Shixing, but his own speculation.

Gu Xiancheng immediately said, "I know that Zong Hai has recreated his teacher and I have been doing you and me, but in the past few years, you have also seen that in the court, people who go away, those who die, and those who are in trouble are becoming more and more dirty people."

"My teacher's way of being an official is to regulate yin and yang, but in fact, this is the way of being an official who is inferior to one person and above ten thousand people. Has he advised the emperor's faults in recent years? Has he corrected the unhealthy style of the court? Xin Zongxian wanted to correct the style, but he ended up being demoted!"

Lin Yanchao also complained about Shen Shixing, but he still said seriously: "Uncle Shi, what are you talking about?"

Gu Xiancheng said: "Okay, I have kept these words in my heart for a long time. Zong Hai, I know everything in front of you. Even if you tell your mentor, I'm not afraid."

Lin Yan said angrily: "Where do you think about it? What kind of friendship do you have? You are biased against your mentor, so you don't have to beat me together."

Gu Xiancheng nodded and said, "Okay, since Zong Hai believes in me so much, I will tell you the truth. Even if we don't oppose our mentor, our mentor will sooner or later retire. In my opinion, it will not be out of several years. Who will we take the court in that court? Who will take the overall situation?"

"Eight years ago, Zong Hai, you were the third-ranked person, and you were the first person in the same year as me. Eight years later, you reached the third rank, and you were even more admired by the world in terms of fame. At this moment, why didn't Zong Hai jump out and establish a world of self-establishment? We must follow you as the leader."

Lin Yanchao thought, Gu Xiancheng's words were very heartbroken, he wanted to establish his own business. Even Gu Xiancheng's arrogant and arrogant person said something that he followed his leader, which really made Lin Yanchao's heart slightly moved.

However, Gu Xiancheng's words were very touching, but Lin Yanchao felt that his strength was not enough, and he did not have the strength to compete with bigwigs like Shen Shixing, Wang Xijue, and Shen Li.

"So you want me to come forward and defeat Zhang Jing?" Lin Yanchao asked back.

Gu Xiancheng nodded and said, "Yes, Zhang Jing is a person who is a disaster for the country and the people. He is comparable to a traitor like Liu Jin and Wang Zhen. In recent years, he has relied on his favor to bully the heaven and destroy the law, and has recruited power and bribes and has many bad records."

"If Zong Hai can defeat Zhang Jing, it will not only remove a big harm from the court, but also get the support of the ministers and ministers of the dynasty, killing two birds with one stone!"

Lin Yanchao couldn't help but think that Gu Xiancheng had a good time to seize this opportunity.

That's right, Zhang Jing's style has become more and more presumptuous in recent years, and many officials in the court have resentment towards him. Moreover, it is well known to everyone that he and Zhang Jing have suppressed him several times. It is not a gentleman to not avenge this kind of revenge.

However, if you want to defeat Zhang Jing, you will definitely not be able to avoid Shen Shixing.

Shen Shixing was unwilling to defeat Zhang Jing because Zhang Jing had a handle in his hands and could be controlled at any time.

Moreover, if Gu Xiancheng and Lin Yanchao submitted a memorial to overthrow Zhang Jing, the emperor would definitely think that it was Shen Shixing's actions. Once Zhang Jing fell, the balance of power in the court would inevitably be lost. At that time, Shen Shixing would be the one who was uncomfortable at that time.

Lin Yanchao shook his head and said, "I don't want to get rid of Zhang Jing, eliminate evil for the country and harm for the people, but my mentor will definitely refuse. You want me to set up my own business, but I have everything I have today, and I am supported by my mentor."

Gu Xiancheng said seriously: "Zonghai, the great righteousness is right now, so why not talk about small righteousness? You were advised by the emperor for Zhang Jiangling and Lu Wang, but Your Majesty did not treat you well at that time."

Lin Yanchao frowned when he heard this. These were two different things. He had advised the emperor that he had touched the dragon beard, but he also helped the emperor take over the power and drove Empress Dowager Li out of the power center.

But his impeachment of Zhang Jing now is a complete betrayal for Shen Shixing.

Of course, what Gu Xiancheng said makes sense. After defeating Zhang Jing, he can earn himself a huge political reputation. With his current status, coupled with his political reputation, as well as Gu Xiancheng, Zhao Nanxing and others' support in the court, he may not be unable to establish his own business.

Faced with Gu Xiancheng's expectations, Lin Yanchao thought for a while and said, "Please introduce me to this matter."

Gu Xiancheng said unyieldingly: "Zonghai, this opportunity is a gift from heaven, and it must not be missed."

Lin Yanchao said: "I understand the kindness of uncle. This matter is of great importance, so I have to consider it seriously."

That night, Lin Yanchao and Gu Xiancheng parted ways and returned to their homes.

Lin Yanchao first called Chen Jichuan and said, "You set out to Baoding to buy land tonight. You can buy as much land as your family has, and you can buy at least one thousand acres."

Chen Jichuan said in surprise: "This year, Baoding is in good weather and the price of land is not cheap."

Lin Yanchao said: "Then go to another place to buy it, in any case you need to be near Gyeonggi."

"Why did the master suddenly have this idea?"

Lin Yanchao said: "This is my letter of surrender. You can do this with great fanfare and don't hesitate."

Chen Jichuan said yes.

Lin Yanchao ordered again: "Go and call Zhongshi, Yuanwai Yu."

Soon, Zhong Yuzheng, the left-ranking officer of the Engineering Department, and Yu Yuli, the deputy minister of the Ministry of Justice, came to Lin Yanchao's mansion together.

Zhong Yuzheng and Yu Yuli are now Lin Yanchao's confidants. With his support, the two have also risen to the top in the past two years.

Zhong Yu was promoted from the Ministry of Justice to the Left Minister of Justice to the Ministry of Justice, and Yu Yuli was promoted from the Ministry of Justice to the Ministry of Justice.

As Lin Yanchao entered the Jingtang, the strength of the Lin Party gradually grew in secret.

After the two of them met, Lin Yanchao said, "I'm so late and asked you to come here. There is one thing you want to do."

The two immediately said, "Please give orders to the Lord of the Ministry."

Lin Yanchao said: "Does Fang Huan, the Censor of Nanjing, know about the censorship?"

Yu Yuli said: "Whether to criticize Hai Gangfeng as an official, he has no good deeds, but only to be accused of being a flirting and praising others. Every word and action is sneered by scholars."

Zhong Yu said righteously: "Yes, this person also said that Hai Gangfeng was punished by peeling the skin and solid grass, and the emperor was fond of killing. He also said that Hai Gangfeng used the saint as a saint to ridicule Confucius and Mencius, and despise the emperor."
To be continued...