Li Bing lives in an independent courtyard, which is small and looks simple, but clean and tidy.

He was also a fifth-grade official, and his residence was considered shabby, but this was an inner city where every inch of land was at a premium, so it was pretty good.

Li Bing said nothing and was still sulking.

Mrs. Hu brought Guan Ning and Jin Yue into a room. After they sat down, they made hot tea.

Drink something quickly to relieve the hangover.

Hu urged Li Bing.

This daughter-in-law is really virtuous.

The home is simple and simple, so naturally it cannot be compared with the palace, and I hope the prince will respect it.

No no.

Guan Ning's attitude surprised Mrs. Hu. The prince was not as dandy as the outside world said. Isn't this quite kind?

Have a good talk with the prince. If you don't pay attention to what you say, don't blame others.

Mrs. Hu said a few words and then went out, closing the door behind her.

Obviously he knew that Guan Ning must have something important to do when he came at this time.

I wonder what happened to Prince Guan?

Li Bing knew he couldn't escape, so he asked coldly.

Actually, I came to see Mr. Li because I need Mr. Li’s help with something.

Guan Ning didn't beat around the bush either.

Asking me for help? This is so new!

Then Li Bing shook his head and said: Thanks to you, I have now been demoted to a treasury manager, so I'm afraid I won't be able to help you.

This was obviously a sarcastic statement, how could Guan Ning not understand it.

In fact, this is fine.

What did you say?

Li Bing was full of resentment again.

This is too much.

The Ministry of War is in such a mess right now, it's a good thing you left early.

Li Bing scoffed.

You are just a dandy, what qualifications do you have to say this?

What happens to the Ministry of War is not something you can decide.

He knows why.

The Ministry of War is controlled by the Snow Party, which is trying to undermine the Party. Especially recently, there has been a storm in Shangjing City.

Although you have been demoted, your rank is still there. Do you want to change places?

Guan Ning said: Yu Huawen, a member of the Department of Civil Service Examination, was found guilty of dereliction of duty and accepting bribes. This position is temporarily vacant. Do you want to go?

Um?..

Hearing this, Li Bing's drunkenness dissipated a bit and he was almost sober.

He had also heard about this matter, and even in the past two days, it was widely spread among all the ministries and offices in the imperial court.

Then he said disdainfully: Prince Guan was joking, is this a place you just said you wanted to go?

The Ministry of Personnel is the head of the six departments of the imperial court. It is responsible for the appointment, removal, evaluation, promotion, transfer and other affairs of officials across the country. It has jurisdiction over the four official departments of the Qing Dynasty: literary selection, seal verification, merit inspection, and merit examination.

The chief officer is the Minister of the Ministry of Personnel, is awarded the title of bachelor, and is a minister of the cabinet.

But it's extraordinary.

The same is true for the fifth-grade Yuanwailang, but there are big differences in different yamen.

As Guan Ning said, the merit examination department is responsible for discussions, handling of capital inspections, major plans, etc. It is equivalent to performance appraisal and is the real authority department.

Okay, as long as you agree to help me, I will arrange for you to go to the merit examination department!

Guan Ning saw that Li Bing was interested.

are you serious?

Seeing Guan Ning's expression, Li Bing was full of suspicion.

certainly.

Guan Ning said: We don't know each other even if we don't fight. In fact, as your wife said, it was you who made the mistake that day, and I was just following the trend.

The outside world is saying that the two of us are good partners.

Good partner?

Li Bing was speechless again. You can also say this.

However, he still didn't believe it. There were countless people trying to get in to a government office like Kao Gongsi, so it was not that easy.

Guan Ning knew Li Bing's thoughts and said: Although our Zhenbei Prince's Palace is down and out, we always have some connections, right?

Don’t forget, the court has not only the Snow Party, but also the Plum Party!

Li Bing was slightly startled.

Just from these words, he knew that this prince was by no means as dandy as he seemed on the surface.

The Mei Party is a faction of courtiers within the imperial court. They oppose the radical and domineering Snow Party and are relatively conservative and rational, fighting against it. The two parties are incompatible with each other.

Because most of these officials like plum blossoms, they are called plum party.

During the morning debate that day, many Mei Party officials spoke for the Zhenbei Palace.

Li Bing knew in his heart that Guan Ning was right.

Even though the Zhenbei Palace is in a state of decline, it still has some connections after such a long time.

At this time, Li Bing already believed it a bit.

What do you want me to do for you?

Li Bing asked seriously.

It must be a very important thing to make this prince pay such a high price.

This favor is a small favor, the key is to keep it secret.

Guan Ning said truthfully.

The matter he is investigating is not trivial, and he does not know how much it will involve. He must be careful and careful, and there must be no mistakes in any link. If he is discovered, he may be put into a dangerous situation.

After all, what he wants to investigate is the person who killed him.

This was also the reason why he made the promise to Li Bing. He wanted to pull Li Bing onto his ship.

Because his help is too little.

Thoughts flashed through.

Guan Ning said: I guarantee that this matter will not have any impact on you, and there will be no danger, as long as you keep it secret.

If you are worried, wait until you enter the merit examination department.

Li Bing was still looking deep in thought.

Guan Ning continued: The two of us are actually in the same situation, we are both demoted and abandoned.

To be honest, do you really think that a down-and-out son like me will always be in despair?

These words made Li Bing stunned for a moment, as if he was meeting Guan Ning for the first time.

He is actually not a dandy.

If you think about it carefully, he showed his wisdom when he made trouble in Deng's house.

After all, the homophones one after another are very memorable, and he was deeply affected by them, leaving a shadow.

Finally no resentment.

Guan Ning thought to himself, this shows that he is considering the feasibility.

Sensing resentment can also distinguish psychological changes, at least knowing whether they are good or bad, which is also a wonderful effect.

good!

After a while, Li Bing said: If I can go to the Gong Examination, I will try my best to help you.

If not, then just pretend we haven’t seen it.

He did not mention a time limit, because it is impossible for Yuanwailang, a member of the examination department, to be vacant for too long. It will take three to five days at most. Whether he can succeed or not will be announced soon.

This is a smart man.
To be continued...