Do You Know?: I, the Little Cabinet Elder, Regent of the World

He rode in on horseback, followed by hundreds of soldiers.

The first arrow shot boosted the morale of the soldiers.

"kill!"

"kill!"

"kill!"

With their elite soldiers clad in armor, the outcome against the defeated remnants was a foregone conclusion.

“Zhonghuai”.

Zhao Ceying solemnly cupped his hands in greeting, glancing at the Tibetan soldiers out of the corner of his eye: "After retiring from military service, you've encountered this kind of thing. We still need to go and appease them."

If the Tibetan soldiers cause trouble, the government can bury them alive.

Gu Tingye nodded.

The two exchanged a glance and walked over together.

Chapter 114 Evaluation of the Imperial Family!

It was slightly chilly at the end of October.

Xizhou, Office of the Deputy Pacification Commissioner.

Jiang Zhao stood with his hands behind his back.

"Zichuan."

Gu Tingye, dressed in a fifth-rank red robe and wearing a silver fish-shaped pouch, strode in.

At this moment, apart from Hesheng, there were no other officials in the yamen, so Gu Tingye addressed him as the relatively friendly "Zichuan". If there were other officials, he would usually address them as his superiors.

Jiang Zhao turned around and waved his hand, saying, "Zhonghuai, sit down."

"I called you here specifically to ask about Young Master Ce Ying's situation."

Jiang Zhao explained, "The Emperor ordered me to write one letter about the princes every quarter and submit it to the Emperor."

Gu Tingye nodded knowingly.

This matter had already spread throughout the elite circles and was no secret.

Jiang Zhaosi, as a high-ranking official in charge of a region, oversees military and political affairs, and certainly wouldn't have the energy to pay special attention to the five "imperial grandsons."

As a result, several close associates became the subjects of questioning.

Gu Tingye pondered for a moment, then said carefully, "Ce Ying is a man of great strategic talent. He once killed a bandit leader with an arrow and decisively pacified the Tibetan soldiers, earning their deep respect and affection."

He often mingled with his soldiers on ordinary days, and led by example during training. He also managed the troop deployments and farming in Lanzhou and Lezhou very well. He even once personally paid for extra meat for the soldiers.

They addressed him as Ce Ying, not as Young Master Ce Ying.

Gu Tingye did not hide his slight friendship with Zhao Ceying.

Ultimately, having the ability to get along well with your boss is also a skill.

Jiang Zhao pondered for a moment.

Zhao Ceying was indeed a man of great ambition and talent, skilled in both literature and martial arts.

Leading by example shows that having experienced hardship, one can empathize with ordinary people.

Paying extra for meat shows that he is not a heartless or ungrateful person.

He had also heard about the bandits of the Western Xia Dynasty.

This simple matter actually reveals many of Zhao Ceying's strengths.

Adapt to changing circumstances and appease those from afar.

"What are the drawbacks?" Jiang Zhao asked.

In the matter of letters, he certainly wouldn't write about the shortcomings of any of the royal family members.

However, there are different ways to praise someone.

Shortcomings will affect the way praise is given.

"I can be a little impatient at times," Gu Tingye stated truthfully.

Young people are full of vigor and sometimes act hastily.

Jiang Zhao nodded: "I understand."

Just then, Zhang Heng, the deputy transport commissioner, entered.

"Zichuan, Zhonghuai," Zhang Heng said, bowing slightly.

They were all from the "Seven Sons of Jiayou" circle and were quite familiar with each other.

Since there were no outsiders present, there was no need to pretend to be respectful and address him as "Lord Jiang".

Jiang Zhao nodded, gesturing for them to sit down.

At the same time, Gu Tingye stood up, cupped his hands in greeting, and withdrew.

It's best not to heed too much of the opinions of the other members of the royal family.

Zhang Heng looked around, seemingly lost in thought.

If the reports are all about government affairs, they will most likely report together slowly.

However, Gu Tingye took the initiative to walk out.

This at least shows that Gu Tingye had already given his report in advance.

That is, reporting separately.

"Young Master Zhong, how have you been lately? Whether it's good or bad, you can tell me," Jiang Zhao asked.

really!

Evaluations involving members of the royal family.

Zhang Heng had anticipated this, and replied after a moment's thought, "As a member of the imperial family, organizing five hundred men to escort provisions is naturally not a difficult task. However, commanding military affairs makes it difficult to share the joys of the soldiers."

With just one sentence, Jiang Zhao understood what was going on.

As one of the five members of the imperial clan, none of his subordinates would dare to disobey Zhao Zhong unless they were fools.

However, his inability to share joy with his soldiers and his aloof attitude meant that this method of command was not based on his abilities, but rather on his status.

If the environment were different in the future, or if there were more people under his command, Zhao Zhong might not be able to control his subordinates.

Jiang Zhao nodded knowingly.

A short while later, Han Jiayan, the chief clerk of the Ever-Normal Granary, arrived.

"If Your Majesty could write a letter explaining the current situation of the young masters," Jiang Zhaoping smiled and looked over, "I specifically asked Brother Shimao to come over for this matter."

Han Jiayan nodded and pondered for a moment.

Zhao Shicheng's performance must be reported truthfully, otherwise it may affect Jiang Zhao's judgment.

"Recently, a new market has been built. Young Master Shicheng is commendable for his diligence and conscientiousness, even personally recording the registration and record-keeping. However, his achievements have not yet been fully realized, and it is a pity that his practical work has not been demonstrated."

In short, they are diligent enough, but their skills are too low, and they don't get to the key points.

In fact, the busier you are, the more chaotic things become.

The battalion commander, who leads five hundred soldiers, personally does such a simple task as registration and rote memorization. He appears diligent, but in reality, he is extremely stupid.

Inefficient, fake effort!

Jiang Zhao nodded and waved his hand.

Han Jiayan cupped his hands in greeting and strode out.

Each of the four departments along the same route had a considerable amount of administrative work.

Having a boss who shares your goals and is also a friend has the advantage of not having to engage in backstabbing and infighting; you can simply focus on doing your job well.

After Han Jiayan left, Jiang Zhao couldn't help but get up and walk around.

The five members of the imperial clan included Zhao Ceying, Zhao Yuan, Zhao Shicheng, Zhao Shiyi (son of the Prince of Yan), and Zhao Shiqian (son of the Prince of Yong).

Both of these men were officials in charge of governing a county.

During their time in power, what did the two do? Zhang Zai submitted detailed documents detailing their official duties.

As the son of a prince, he exuded nobility. When he suddenly became a county magistrate, even though he knew it was a test and tried to restrain himself, his actions were still quite astonishing.

Ultimately, for these two to move to the frontier region, it meant a decline in their quality of life.

When the quality of life declines, people naturally try to make up for it.

In terms of performance alone, it can be summed up in two words: mediocre!

Even the matter of settling down in the countryside was a great struggle for the two of them.

Jiang Zhao shook his head.

Of the five members of the imperial clan, apart from Zhao Ceying, the other four were really not that great.

Zhao Shiyi, son of the King of Yan, and Zhao Shiqian, son of the King of Yong, were both pure vegetables.

Zhao Yuan, who was escorting grain supplies, was so unapproachable that even his five hundred soldiers couldn't get close to him, which meant he was destined to be a man of little martial virtue.

Zhao Shicheng was diligent in assisting the tea-horse trade, but he was too foolish.

Jiang Zhao walked slowly back to his desk and began to write.

As for the specifics of what the five members of the imperial family did, a written report will be presented to the emperor at that time.

As the person responsible for testing the royal family, his job was to provide an evaluation.

When it comes to getting things done, anyone can do it.

The difference lies in whether it is done well or poorly.

These things are difficult to express in factual documents.

Jiang Zhao's evaluation became a crucial part.

[Your subject Jiang Zhao respectfully reports:]

Your Majesty's virtuous rule is evident, and the policy of encouraging agriculture and personally engaging in farming is flourishing in the Hebei and Longxi regions. Your subject, having been ordered to observe the situation, has witnessed the princes and nobles of the imperial family working diligently in the affairs of the kingdom, each displaying their talents. I hereby report this factually.

Prince Ce Ying is brave and decisive, making sound decisions in battle, and his soldiers are willing to fight to the death for him. He is adept at managing military affairs such as land reclamation, defense, and pacifying foreign tribes. Even in times of urgency, his sincerity is evident. Given time, he will surely become a great man.

Young Master Zhong is dignified and upright, and his management of military supplies is strictly disciplined. He commands troops with an air of authority and nobility.

Young Master Shicheng is diligent and self-disciplined, personally recording all the accounts he handles, truly a model of practical experience. Given time, he will surely achieve great things.

Prince Shiyi was a prudent ruler, and also possessed the air of a prince.

Young Master Shi Qian was born of noble birth and possessed the air of royalty.

After finishing the book, Jiang Zhao pondered it for a while and revised it again.

However, the general meaning remains the same.

All of them are praises, but those about Zhao Ceying are clearly a level higher.

Both Zhao Zhong and Zhao Shicheng had particularly significant shortcomings.

One was dignified and self-possessed, making it difficult for his soldiers to love and respect him; the other personally recorded all the accounts he handled, but his efforts were misdirected.

Zhao Shiyi and Zhao Shiqian both possessed the air of royalty.

But that's all it has to do with the air of royalty!

Jiang Zhao summoned He Sheng: "Submit this letter."

"Yes."

Bianjing, the Imperial Study.

Emperor Zhao Zhen sat upright, holding a secret memorial in his hand.

really!

Zhao Ceying is the most virtuous in martial arts!