Imperial Cultivation

Fighting in the deep mountains and old forests is indeed very suitable for the experts of the镇武司 (Zhèn Wǔ Sī, roughly translated as镇 Martial Affairs Office). However, as the Left Vice Minister, he didn't want the experts of the 镇武司 to be dispatched. Wipe the ass of a guy like Ding Shaoqiang?

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Moreover, the court has not yet made a decision on whether to suppress or appease, so why should the 镇武司 take action? Even if the court decides on a strategy of suppression, there is no need for the 镇武司 to be dispatched.

It's not that the imperial army doesn't have mountain warfare tactics, it's just that Ding Shaoqiang is unpopular. Regardless of whether it's suppression or appeasement, Ding Shaoqiang must be dealt with first, not only to give an explanation to the soldiers of the Great Willow Camp, but also to the entire Ji Hai Town, and also to the whole world.

Why could the court appoint such a greedy villain as a General?

Could it be that the Ministry of Personnel and the Ministry of War are really blind, or is there someone above him? Who is secretly promoting Ding Shaoqiang?

These things need to be explained.

Thinking of this, Chu Zhiyuan looked solemn and looked towards the east.

When Chu Zhiyuan came out of the Supervisory Division, it was already brightly lit and splendidly prosperous. Jade Capital City was still indulging in extravagance.

What happened in Ji Hai Town is very far away from Jade Capital City, as if it were another world.

He could hear people in every restaurant discussing this matter, expressing their opinions. Some felt that Ding Shaoqiang's position as General should be taken away first, and he should be directly imprisoned and punished. His greed and cruelty led to the soldiers' rebellion, which is a serious crime.

Some felt that even if Ding Shaoqiang was wrong, as soldiers, they should not desert, they could directly report to the court.

This remark was met with a burst of ridicule.

If they could really report Ding Shaoqiang, how could Ding Shaoqiang have been allowed to act recklessly for so long?

It is obvious that there is someone above Ding Shaoqiang.

Thinking about it, which General doesn't have someone behind him? You can't be a General without a background.

Chu Zhiyuan shook his head as he walked and listened to these discussions. When he returned to the Prince's Mansion, dinner was just ready, and he happened to take his seat. Chu Yi hurriedly said, "Brother, have you heard the news from Ji Hai Town?" Chu Zhiyuan looked at Chu Minghou.

Chu Minghou shook his head: "The early court almost broke out into a fight, it was really indecent."

Bai Ning霜 (Bai Ning Shuang) snorted: "Who is this Ding Shaoqiang's man?" Chu Zhiyuan said: "Is he a member of Duke Kang's faction?" Chu Minghou nodded.

Chu Zhiyuan sighed, "Duke Kang ah... he's difficult to deal with."

This generation of Duke Kang can be described as prestigious, with remarkable military achievements, and a huge influence in the army.

Duke Kang's young Duke is Song Tianhai.

Chu Zhiyuan has always been very careful about this Duke Kang and has not provoked him again. Now it seems that Duke Kang has finally made a mistake.

Unfortunately, this is not a good time to attack Duke Kang.

Duke Kang is not the only dominant force in the Great Jing army. The cake is only so big, if you eat more, I will naturally eat less.

There must be a lot of infighting in the court, and there is no shortage of people who kick you when you're down, so there is no need for me to get involved.

Bai Ning霜 (Bai Ning Shuang) said: "What about Duke Kang? Can he still protect him this time? He has aroused public anger!"

Chu Minghou nodded.

Chu Yi's bright eyes moved, and she looked at Chu Zhiyuan warily.

Bai Ning霜 (Bai Ning Shuang) said: "Yuan'er, why aren't you talking?"

"Mother is right." Chu Zhiyuan said: "Ding Shaoqiang has indeed aroused public anger, but..."

He looked at Chu Minghou: "He wasn't immediately removed from his position, was he?" Chu Minghou shook his head.

"He's still not removed?" Bai Ning霜 (Bai Ning Shuang) asked in confusion.

Chu Minghou said: "There are still people protecting him, saying that he has committed no crime... his methods are a bit rough, but his intentions are good, building more warships for the court, there is nothing fundamentally wrong with that."

Bai Ning霜 (Bai Ning Shuang) widened her eyes in surprise.

Chu Minghou shook his head and smiled bitterly: "Even if Ding Shaoqiang is wrong, the court should not investigate and punish him at this time, lest it chill the hearts of the court officials. The suppression of the Great Willow Camp's rebellion is still the most important thing."

"This..." Bai Ning霜 (Bai Ning Shuang) exclaimed: "This is turning black into white! Anyone can say that they did something wrong with good intentions. If your intentions are good, you're not guilty? How ridiculous!"

Chu Minghou said: "The court's nobles are all protecting Ding Shaoqiang." Chu Yi hurriedly said: "Father, what about the Qingliu (清流, referring to upright officials)?"

"They proposed to lock up Ding Shaoqiang and interrogate him thoroughly to see if he has unreliable motives."

"That's right, he should be interrogated thoroughly!" Chu Yi snorted: "He must be a big corrupt official. One interrogation will expose a whole nest of them, so they are protecting him, right?"

Chu Zhiyuan coughed softly. The three of Chu Yi looked over.

Chu Zhiyuan sighed: "As far as I know, this Ding Shaoqiang is really not a corrupt official." The three of them widened their eyes.

Chu Zhiyuan said: "What he is greedy for is merit, not money." Chu Yi asked in surprise: "This kind of guy doesn't even covet money?"

Chu Zhiyuan nodded: "This Ding Shaoqiang is honest and upright as an official, he can be a role model, but his actions are hasty."

"...That's really difficult to deal with." Chu Yi raised her eyebrows slightly: "Ineffective governance of the army? It doesn't seem to be a big crime."

If he leads troops to fight and causes a large number of soldiers to die due to incompetence, that is indeed a serious crime.

This time, because of excessive oppression and too much pressure, the soldiers are too tired, but no one died at the beginning.

In the eyes of the court officials, being a little tired is nothing, and suffering a little is nothing. Therefore, rebellion is what should be punished.

Chu Zhiyuan said: "It seems that the censors in the court are also well-informed and know Ding Shaoqiang's reputation as an official."

"No wonder." Chu Minghou suddenly understood: "No wonder the censors' voices are not loud, and Ding Shaoqiang is fine."

Chu Zhiyuan frowned: "So he is not severely punished for currying favor with his superiors and seeking personal gain?"

Chu Minghou said: "Judging from the Emperor's meaning, it seems that he has no intention of punishing Ding Shaoqiang."

"Then are they going to suppress the Great Willow Camp?"

"That hasn't been said either." Chu Minghou shook his head: "The Emperor doesn't seem to have made a decision yet." Chu Yi said: "That is giving Ding Shaoqiang a chance to see if he can redeem himself by suppressing the Great Willow Camp."

Chu Zhiyuan nodded.

Chu Yi is still very sensitive to court politics, and her words should be right on target. It seems that the Emperor does not intend to punish him severely. Is he afraid of chilling the hearts of his ministers?

If Ding Shaoqiang was a corrupt official, it would not be so troublesome, but he happens to be an honest official. You can say that he is greedy for merit and curries favor with his superiors, or you can say that he is wholeheartedly acting for the court. It depends on what angle you look at it from.

Chu Yi said: "Brother, your Phoenix Camp won't be dispatched, right?"

Chu Zhiyuan smiled: "What does it have to do with the Phoenix Camp?"

But his heart stirred slightly.

The Phoenix Camp won't be dispatched, right? That would be using a sledgehammer to crack a nut.

Chu Minghou said: "Some people have actually suggested that the Phoenix Camp be dispatched." Chu Zhiyuan frowned.

Chu Minghou said: "There are quite a few people who suggest this." Chu Zhiyuan frowned even more. He didn't even want the 镇武司 (Zhèn Wǔ Sī) to be dispatched, let alone the Phoenix Camp.

But as soon as he had this thought, Feng Xi hurried in: "Your Highness, Chief Eunuch Huang has come to announce an imperial decree."

"An imperial decree for Yuan'er?" "Yes."

Chu Zhiyuan suddenly felt an ominous premonition. Are they really going to dispatch the Phoenix Camp?

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