Chapter 1144: After the Famous Minister

Bi Zhongyan nodded: "Indeed, for example, the transshipment system was just a minor position and temporary dispatch in the Tang Dynasty; in our dynasty, it is the lifeblood of the economy and the vitality of the country."

Su You said: "That's why I recommended your "Preparation" to His Majesty. The fundamental purpose of reforming the official system is to improve the efficiency of government operations. This goal is far more important than eliminating redundant officials, determining official names, and saving costs.

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"If there are too few officials, government affairs will inevitably be difficult to implement thoroughly and supervision will not be in place. How many officials are there in our dynasty? How much salary can be saved by completely changing it to the Tang system? We have calculated it, but it is only a few hundred thousand.

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"But once the political affairs fail, there is a lack of supervision, the bureaucrats are corrupt in the two governments, and the officials are disorderly in the state and county, how much damage will be caused?"

"Shangzhou alone will cost hundreds of thousands of dollars, right?"

"Is it clear at a glance which one is more important?"

Bi Zhongyan was greatly admired and said ashamedly: "I have inherited the teachings of my young master, but my subordinates only focus on their own business, but their vision is narrow."

Su You picked another mouthful of noodles and ate it: "It's okay, vision is something that can only be developed through practice. I take it you are not in good spirits?"

Bi Zhongyan took a sip of the soup: "After a few mouthfuls of hot soup, I feel much better. I have been a little busy with the government affairs during this period. I seem to have caught some wind and cold a few days ago. It's okay."

Su You stood up and said, "The habit I developed in Weizhou is that I eat quickly, so you can continue eating. I'll go to the Yamen first."

Bi Zhongyan stood up and said, "Congratulations to Duke Fu."

Su You laughed heartily: "Don't make a fuss, don't look at the place, if you're not in the Yamen court, let's just socialize as usual. Just sit down and eat."

I said hello to Lao Shi and his wife again, and crossed the street to the back of Wuqi Temple.

When Bi Zhongyan finished eating, he called Lao Shi over to settle the account. Lao Shi said with a smile: "It turns out that he is also an official. My father-in-law is a regular guest. Any guest he brings in will be on his account."

"This is a rule. At the end of the month, the old army will settle the accounts with the father-in-law. Sir, please feel free to go."

Bi Zhongyan was stunned for a moment, as if... something went wrong. Wait, I came here to express my gratitude to Duke Fu, so why am I taking advantage of his breakfast now?

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Su You walked in, and Cai Jing came over and said, "The Duke is here? It's a little late today."

Su You rolled his eyes at him: "Bi Zhongyan is an honest man. He doesn't even know how to give gifts or bribes. What are you talking nonsense to him?"

Cai Jing took the official robe and asked Cheng Yue to serve Su You to put it on. He took the black gauze and waited aside. He smiled and said, "If I had known he would make such a fuss, I really wouldn't have told him. Bi Zhongyan also got involved in officialdom.

People who have been with us for many years can master the art of saying thank you with bare hands on the street, hahaha..."

"You're still laughing!" Su You scolded: "Maybe you will be impeached again!"

"Yes, yes, yes..." Cai Jing still couldn't help but laugh: "You are still called a minister if you are not impeached? Cai Chizheng goes to the house every two days to apologize. Isn't it the same thing?"

Su You sighed, took the fu head and put it on: "Is there anything big going on today?"

Cai Jing then returned to work: "There are a few things... well, today I have to review the warehousing taxes on Shaanxi Road, Yongxing Military Road, and Chuanxia 4th Road with the Third Division; and the Yellow River will freeze in winter, and Luokou

The road from warehouse to Shaanzhou can only be diverted to the land route, and the number of vehicles must be increased; Gao Jiedu submitted a new army budget for next year, and the Military Aircraft Department will review and approve it; at the same time, he also reported his reform opinions on the new army, saying that it will be derived from military exercises.

Many problems have been discovered; and... the winter clothing reports needed by the armies in Shaanxi and Hebei have come up; the statistical report on industrial production capacity in Zhengzhou also needs to be discussed; well, the Nanhai Qiu Gang is coming to Chenliu soon..."

Su You heard this and said, "Let's go and work!"

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By the time Su You finished his work and left the Yamen, it was already dark.

Remembering something, Su You hailed a passenger carriage and got on the carriage with Cheng Yue: "Go to the east of the city."

After the bearing structure of bicycles and tricycles was introduced, a new type of four-wheeled convenience carriage that was lighter than a four-wheeled carriage was popularized.

The carriage of this kind of car is very small. It is pulled by a horse and can seat four people. The carriage is very cramped.

Leave it open in the summer and pull up the shed to avoid the wind and cold in the winter.

The advantage is that the cost is low, the speed is decent, and there are many people without blocking the road. Traveling on the bustling ground in the east of the city is more convenient than using a private and spacious carriage.

After coming to Bianjing City for so many years, Su You was very familiar with the streets and alleys of Kaifeng Prefecture. He directed the coachman to the entrance of a small alley in the east of the city and gave the coachman fifty coins: "Wait a minute.

Let’s take this car back.”

The driver took off his felt hat, Su You threw the treasure money inside, and said with a smile: "This is convenient for you."

The coachman put on his hat, curled his neck, and took out a piece of cake from his sleeve: "I'll wait here for two old customers. The return trip will still cost fifty cents."

Su You led Cheng Yue into the alley. The alley was very narrow and there were small households along the way. He came to the door of a courtyard with a crooked-necked tree and knocked on the door.

A little girl opened the door a crack: "Who is it? Are you here to see your brother again? My brother is not here. If you are a friend, please leave a message."

"Not here? Where have you gone?" Su You was a little surprised: "Isn't this the home of Brother Yi Zhong? Why should you open the door for me, little sister? There are no adults at home?"

The little girl seemed a little wary of the uncle who was asking so many questions, but although there was Cheng Yue behind him who was holding a sword and had an expressionless face, she was not afraid at all: "Uncle, what's the matter with you? We'll be closed without me. Jingzhong Baojia

Sen Yan, don’t make a mistake.”

After speaking, he took two steps back and took out a copper whistle from his collar: "Once this whistle sounds, you won't be able to leave even if you want to."

"Hey!" Su You looked at this little girl with admiration, she was amazing!

He quickly explained: "I am a friend of Brother Yi Zhong. I have no other intention. I saw that he was coughing and not in good spirits in the morning, so I came over to see if there was anyone who needed help. I know many doctors with excellent medical skills."

The little girl's eyes were red. She looked Su You up and down, but she still didn't put down her whistle: "Brother, it's an unfortunate day. Please come back another day."

At this time, a lantern came to the door, and a young scholar came over: "Little sister, are there guests at home?"

Su You turned his head. When the young scholar saw Su You, he said, "Oh, the Duke of the country is here. I'm sorry. I'm sorry."

After saying this, he quickly bowed and said, "I am a lower-ranking official, Bi Zhongyou, and I have met Duke Fu."

Su You said: "How many of you brothers and sisters are the only ones in the family?"

Bi Zhongyou was a little embarrassed: "Yes, my brother was infected with wind and cold a few days ago. Today, when he came back from the office, he felt more and more unwell. He asked a doctor to come and see him, and he just went to take medicine. I have neglected the Duke."

Su You said, "Your little sister is quite alert and intelligent. So Brother Yi Zhong is at home?"

"Yes, he is at home." Bi Zhongyou said quickly: "Little sister, this is the Duke of Fu whom you admire most. How come you don't recognize him when he comes to you?"

The little girl looked at Su You with her big eyes: "Are you Su Tanhua?"

Bi Zhongyou said: "Let's talk about it after entering the door. The Duke is really neglectful."

Several people entered the small courtyard. Su You took a look at the courtyard. It was really not that good, and he couldn't help but sigh: "The descendants of Bi Wen Jian Gong, if they are pure and simple, they should follow their own rules, why are they so poor?"

The three brothers and sisters are the great-grandchildren of Bi Shi'an, the famous prime minister of the Song Dynasty.

Bi Shi'an was from Datong, Xijing. He was awarded Jinshi in the year of Taizu. He was upright throughout his life, diligent in government affairs, strict with himself and lenient towards others.

Song people's evaluation of him was that he was upright, calm and elegant.

I have never been a party supporter in my life, I only remember making friends.

But birds of a feather flock together and people divide into groups.

Those who favored him were Wang You and Lu Duan; those who were friendly to him were Wang Dan, Kou Zhun, and Yang Yi; his disciples were Wang Yucheng and Chen Pengnian.

They are all big names who have written extensively in the history books.

When Taizong was selecting the prince to join the army, someone recommended Bi Shi'an. Taizong said, "This is the person I like."

Later, when he was summoned to the Hanlin Academy, someone recommended Zhang Jie at the same time, hoping to replace Bi Shi'an. Taizong also said: "Zhang Jie may be on par with him in terms of literary talent and experience, but his conduct is far behind."
Chapter completed!