Domineering Daming

"Your Majesty, Mr. Bi Ge and Mr. Sun Ge are asking to see you." Cao Huachun walked in from the outside and said in a low voice.

"Let them come in." Zhu Xu said casually, put down the notebook in his hand, and picked up another one.

"See the emperor." Bi and Sun walked in and saluted at the same time.

Zhu Xu raised his head and said, "Sit down, what's the matter?"

Bi Ziyan and Sun Chengzong sat down on the chairs, and Bi Ziyan said: "Your Majesty, the framework of the 'New Deal' is basically in order. The governors have left Beijing, and some plans of the cabinet can be launched. I come to ask for orders."

Zhu Xu took a cup of tea casually, and said: "Well, I let the cabinet go, and the cabinet will do it boldly, and submit the plan to the Supervisor of Rituals, and I will give instructions after reading it."

"Yes."

After Bi Ziyan finished speaking, he turned to Sun Chengzong.

Sun Chengzong raised his hand and said: "Your Majesty, the commanders from all over the country, except Luzon, the old port provinces, the Taining Guards, the Chijin Guards, and the commanders from Liaodong, will arrive in Beijing within five days. Get ready, the location is in Wucheng Pavilion."

Zhu Xu nodded and said: "Okay, the Ministry of War will be responsible for the specific reception arrangements. This time the 'military reform' is very large. We must discuss it with the generals of the various regions and reach an agreement. There must be no problems. Soldiers are no small matter. You There must be full preparations with the Ministry of War, how to talk, who will talk first, who will talk later, and how to operate in the future, there must be a detailed plan, and you can't be careless..."

Sun Chengzong has been in charge of military affairs these years, and his influence on the army is incomparable. Listening to Zhu Xu's words, he said: "Yes, I have a plan, and the 'military reform' cannot be accomplished overnight. After the Battle of Chahar, Taining Guards and Chijin Guards were dispatched to enter the customs and 'train' in various places to deter possible threats and ensure that nothing goes wrong. It is expected to be completed in an orderly and thorough manner within two years."

This Zhu Xu had no objection, and said: "Yes. For other reforms, we should also ask for opinions. If you can make concessions, you can give in quickly, and if you can't, you must firmly refuse to give in. You have to be careful about the specifics, but If there are new changes, you must report to me in time, and you must not mess around!"

"Yes." Sun Chengzong said, after a short pause, he said again: "Your Majesty, the conquest of Chahar is scheduled for April [-]st, and it is already in sight. I wonder if it will proceed as scheduled?"

Zhu Xu put down his teacup and said decisively: "The 'Military Reform' is just around the corner. Let's postpone it. It will be set on April [-]th. When the Grand Marshal's Mansion is completed, the Grand Marshal's Mansion will personally command it."

Neither Sun Chengzong nor Bi Ziyan was surprised. Zhu Xu had said such things before, but he did not specify the delay time.

"I understand. After I return, I will order the Ministry of War to send an order." Sun Chengzong said.

Zhu Xu smiled and said, "Well, has Dorgon gone to Shanhaiguan?"

Sun Chengzong said: "Yes, the 3 people who built slaves have arrived at Shanhaiguan and are getting off their cars to rest. It is estimated that they will be able to rush to Shenyang in two or three days."

Zhu Xu looked thoughtful, and said: "Tell Liaodong that there is no need to deliberately monitor, just pay attention. The [-] infantry will also be handed over to Dorgon. Xiong Tingbi is sitting in Shenyang and is not allowed to go out. The battle against Chahar is not allowed."

Sun Chengzong was stunned for a moment, his expression condensed slightly, and said: "Your Majesty, Dorgon, do you really not need to be on guard?"

Zhu Xu threw away the notebook in his hand, smiled openly, and said, "No need, no need."

Chapter 1008 One Vote Veto

The division of labor in the cabinet is very clear, with Bi Ziyan in charge of government affairs and Sun Chengzong in charge of military affairs.

After the two adults left, the cabinet quickly became busy, too many things piled up, complicated and difficult to understand, the number of "staff" of the ministers has increased to 23, and they are still very busy, and there is no time to rest.

On the second day, Zhu Xu came out from Qianqing Gate and walked towards Donghua Gate, followed by Sun Chuanting.

Sun Chuanting walked and said: "Your Majesty, North Korea has prepared an edict to go to the country. I will go to receive the edict and read out the decree. North Korea will be divided into two from now on. I can make arrangements for North Korea. There is no internal rebound, so it should not be a big problem and can be dealt with calmly."

Zhu Xu walked in front and said: "You understand what I'm thinking, do it safely, keep it clean, and don't cause trouble for the future."

In the top management of Ming Dynasty, Zhu Xu's intention to annex North Korea has become extremely obvious, and even his corner of the strategic structure has surfaced.

Sun Chuanting understood, and said: "Yes, I understand that I will make proper arrangements and will not leave anything in the history books."

Zhu Xu didn't care about history books, but left internal conflicts and contradictions, walked slowly, and said in a leisurely manner: "We need to strengthen exchanges with North Korea. North Korea can immigrate to Daming, and Daming can also immigrate to North Korea. We need to communicate with each other. Integration, many years ago, I promised North Korea that I would give them 200 million people to supplement their population. Now is the time. When you talk to North Korea, pay attention to your skills. Don’t reveal your true thoughts for the time being. Take it slowly. , what I lack the most is patience..."

These are the specific means of annexation. Sun Chuanting thought about it and replied: "Yes, in the future administration of the cabinet, North Korea will be a key point listed."

Zhu Xu was rushing to the Donghua Gate, seeing off Sun Chuanting, thinking while walking, and said: "I will leave this matter to you, I am at ease, when you go, go and see North Korea's military affairs, especially It's Qin Yiming, asking him to strictly abide by the discipline and not to cause trouble for me, if there is any hidden danger, I will give you the king's order to deal with it decisively!"

"Yes, I understand." Sun Chuanting said.

The two walked slowly, Zhu Xu talked for a while, and Sun Chuanting interrupted, saying: "Your Majesty, the plan for North Korea has been decided, and there will be no serious problems. As for the remaining Wa Kingdom, what is the Emperor's plan?"

Zhu Xu knew that the cabinet was trying to test his attitude. At this time, it was time to give the cabinet some reassurance.

Zhu Xu deliberately paused for a moment, and said: "Chahar has to deal with it early, otherwise it will be more troublesome in the future. As for the Wa Kingdom, they are currently in internal turmoil, and they have no ability to invade North Korea again. I am not in a hurry. There will be no major changes in the next three years. , I will not start a war again."

Sun Chuanting's expression was obviously relaxed, the smile on his face became more sincere, and he raised his hand and said, "Yes, I think so too. The 'New Deal' has been prepared for many years, and the past was too piecemeal. The cabinet is currently sorting out and planning in detail. My current priority is to take a break from internal affairs, and I need to focus on it."

Zhu Xu also agrees with this point, not only these years of preparation, but also the cruelest period of time has come, Daming's family has been tortured by him, and he needs to recuperate in order to safely survive the cruel ten years ahead.

"Go back and tell the cabinet."

Zhu Xu said: "Since I have delegated power, I fully trust the cabinet. How about it...the number of people in the cabinet is still small. You can discuss it and nominate another one to add it. It can also relieve the pressure on the cabinet."

Sun Chuanting opened his eyes slightly, a little shocked, and paused meaningfully on his footsteps.

The cabinet has always had a delicate balance. This "balance" allows no one to stand on top of the cabinet and at the same time ensures the emperor's control over the cabinet. If the cabinet, that is, Bi Ziyan, nominates someone to join the cabinet, this balance will be destroyed. Instant break!

Sun Chuanting was puzzled. He knew that the emperor in front of him had a strong desire to control power, and he would never allow the cabinet to be big enough to restrain him.

why?

Sun Chuanting couldn't figure it out for a while, quickly suppressed the confusion in his heart, took a step after him, hesitated a little, and asked: "Please let the emperor make it clear."

Zhu Xu looked up at the Donghua Gate not far away, and said bluntly: "The authority of the cabinet is still too low. I don't know how long it will take to cultivate slowly. I will let Fu Changzong and Zhou Yingqiu join the cabinet in the next year or two. .”

Sun Chuanting immediately understood, and carefully considered for a while. Although these two are not cabinet ministers, they have greater influence and background than cabinet ministers. Once these two enter the cabinet, although they will quickly increase the authority and ability of the cabinet , but at the same time it will intensify the divisions and even confrontations within the cabinet!

King Jing is Zhu Xu's staunch supporter, and Wang Qiaonian, who was promoted by the rocket, is even more powerful. With the addition of Fu Changzong and Zhou Yingqiu, they occupy four seats at once!

The rest are Bi Ziyan, Sun Chengzong, Sun Chuanting, and someone who is about to join the cabinet, and Sun Chengzong who will soon be transferred to the Grand Marshal's Mansion is excluded. The ratio of the cabinet quickly becomes three to four. Fu Changzong and others will Overhead Bi Ziyan, leading the cabinet!

Sun Chuanting looked up at Zhu Xu's side face, there was some stubble, although he was calm, he was also tired and mature beyond his age.

He frowned and said: "Your Majesty, I object to Fu Changzong and Zhou Yingqiu entering the cabinet, at least not at the same time."

Zhu Xu didn't stop walking, and said: "I know what you think, I can tell you clearly that neither of them will become the second assistant, and besides, I will give the cabinet left second assistant a privilege and a veto right. ! Zuo Cifu can deny it with one word in the various policy decisions made at the cabinet meeting.”

Sun Chuanting's footsteps stopped abruptly, and then hurriedly caught up, his face was a little stiff, and he said: "Your Majesty, are you serious?"

If Zuo Cifu, who is in charge of the cabinet's political affairs, has this "one-vote veto", it means that Zuo Cifu's authority has greatly increased, and he is irresistible in the cabinet!With the addition of Fu Changzong, Zhou Yingqiu will not become Zuo Cifu, which means that Bi Ziyan's status is unshakable. At the same time, Fu Changzong and Zhou Yingqiu do not have the ability to control the cabinet through their numerical advantage!

Zhu Xu laughed and said, "When did I ever make a joke?"

Sun Chuanting tried his best to be calm, raised his hand, and said in a deep voice: "I understand!"

The emperor gave the cabinet Zuo Cifu such a privilege, which will undoubtedly greatly strengthen the cohesion within the cabinet and the external authority. When Fu Changzong and Zhou Yingqiu enter the cabinet, the power of the cabinet is enough to overwhelm the entire Ming Dynasty. No one can compete except the emperor!

The past change of ministers in the cabinet like a horse on a horse, may really be gone forever!

Zhu Xu could hear the meaning and promise contained in Sun Chuanting's words "I understand", so he smiled and sent him to Donghuamen.

Full of emotion, Sun Chuanting left Donghuamen with full confidence and rushed to North Korea, ready to accept the letter of credence from North Korea and promulgate the imperial edict of Ming Dynasty and the edict of the cabinet.