Domineering Daming
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Qian Qianyi was imprisoned in the governor's office. Wang Beicheng was very polite to him. He turned around and came to the governor's office. Seeing a group of people here, he didn't add any embellishments, and told all of Qian Qianyi's actions in a straightforward manner. .
Feng Jiangfeng slapped the table angrily and stood up, and said in a deep voice with an ugly face: "No virtue, no character, no shame, how can such a person reach a high position? How can he keep saying that he is for the country and the people!?"
The expressions of the others were not good-looking. At first, they thought that Qian Qianyi was a common problem of literati's "elegance". disdainful!
Xu Jie has always been good-tempered, but this time he couldn't help it anymore, and said to Fang Kongxuan: "My lord, this evil wind is going to kill you, why don't you go to the court, Qian Qianyi will be tried in Jiangsu."
Wang Beicheng is now considered a high-ranking official in Jiangsu, plus he hated Qian Qianyi, so he went with the flow and said, "Master Wang has just entered the cabinet, and the status of Dali Temple has suddenly been raised. We in Jiangsu really need a chance to stand up."
Fang Kongxuan saw it more thoroughly than they did. He shook his head and said, "We need it, Mr. Wang, and the imperial court needs it even more. Qian Qianyi's appearance this time, the cabinet should intend to use this to kill this lecherous trend across the country. , we may not be able to compete."
Feng Jiangfeng was full of anger, but he did not lose his mind, but he said even more angrily: "My Ming Dynasty is experiencing a disaster that has never been seen in a thousand years. From the emperor, the cabinet, the six ministries and nine temples, to the governor's yamen, everyone is saving money and advocating thrift. Indulging in pleasures and pleasures is a common practice in southern Zhili. The Qinhuai River sings every night, sings loudly every day, and never stops. Today, Qian Qianyi, the leader of the literary world, even marries and promotes excellence with the courtesy of his wife. He has really thrown my Jiangsu face. He must be severely punished!"
Shi Bangyao and others nodded silently. It's not a few years ago now. The whole Ming Dynasty knew that the disaster was raging and burning all over the country.
Fang Kongxuan looked at Feng Jiangfeng, nodded lightly, and said: "Master Feng is right. But don't be in a hurry. In this way, with the Governor's Council as the leader, the Criminal and Prison Division as the assistant, and the yamen's assistance, we will understand the specific situation in Jiangsu. Carry out an investigation, especially the Qinglou Gefang on the Qinhuai River, if it cannot be closed down, then heavy taxes will be imposed and vigorous crackdowns will be carried out, and the newspapers will also be mobilized to criticize 'lewd music', we must not be lenient!"
"Obey!" Wang Beicheng's eyes lit up with joy. With action, there is power!
Everyone else responded, and they all deeply realized that Nanzhili really needs to be cleaned up.
A long-lasting and premeditated huge storm in Nanzhili is kicking off, although no one expected it at this time.
When Qian Qianyi was arrested, Sun Chengzong hurried back to the cabinet and entered Zhu Xu's class after some preparations.
Zhu Xu watched Sun Chengzong come in, put down the notebook in his hand, stood up with a smile and said, "No need to be polite."
Sun Chengzong was startled, watching Zhu Xu walk towards the small living room on the left, and hurriedly followed.
Zhu Xu sat down and said while pouring tea: "Sit."
In the small living room, there is a small long table with a tea set on it, a charcoal fire underneath, a sofa-shaped ottoman inside, and two chairs on the opposite side.
Sun Chengzong was also used to Zhu Xu's approachability, thanked him, and sat down opposite Zhu Xu, watching Zhu Xu patiently making tea, and said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, I have some ideas about the 'military reform' .”
Zhu Xu handed a cup of brewed tea to Sun Chengzong, and said with a smile, "Tell me about it." After speaking, he picked up a cup of tea himself, took a sip and looked at Sun Chengzong.
Sun Chengzong ignored the teacup, bowed his body, and said: "Your Majesty, I believe that the 'military reform' must take into account both efficiency and checks and balances. It can neither be dominated by the local army to form a barrier, nor can it form powerful ministers in the court. Powerful ministers who hold military power will be shaken." Sheji. In the past, there was a British government in the capital, and it will remain the same. Now we have to make various preparations."
To say that the British government was in charge of the capital city was indeed the pioneering work of the old Zhu family. The Zhang family's contribution cannot be denied that the Ming Dynasty has been stable for 200 years.The power ministers and eunuchs of all dynasties in history, after experiencing civil fortresses, capital defense battles, especially a series of major events such as the change of the throne, have never been able to shake the throne of the old Zhu family. The British government has always stood like Mount Tai In the capital, it was the Zhu family, the mainstay of the Ming Dynasty, Dinghaishenzhen!
"Continue to talk." Zhu Xu refilled himself a cup of tea, and said with a normal expression.
Sun Chengzong reached out to pick up the teacup on the table, but stopped, and continued: "Your Majesty, I plan to re-divide the country into five major military regions, east, west, north, and one at sea. Each province will only keep 5 troops." The regular army, and then each military region will set up a large battalion with [-] people. Between the provinces, the battalions will form mutual control. The chief officers will be rotated every three years to ensure that they will not sit in the big camp. The details are still being discussed... As for the imperial court , the minister plans to disperse the power of military command and deployment in the "Grand Marshal's Mansion". There is no permanent chief officer in the "Grand Marshal's Mansion". ..."
Chapter 869 Check and Balance
What Sun Chengzong said was not detailed, but a general idea.
However, Zhu Xu still heard a lot of things from it. Although he still followed his main plan, there were many "checks and balances", from the capital to the capital, from the inside to the outside of the Yamen. Twists and turns, quite complicated.
Zhu Xu doesn't like these "checks and balances". He always feels that this is the "curse" of a country. In today's society, people's hearts trump everything. No matter how good the system is, it will become a quagmire with the passage of time. Core.
But I have to admit that without these "checks and balances", a country cannot last long, and it will be a disaster for the country and the people.
At the same time, Zhu Xu also discovered another problem. In Sun Chengzong's plans, there is no "Navy" and they are all aimed at the "Army"!
"Your Majesty." Sun Chengzong continued, saying, "With the five battalions, the country's army can be further reduced. Not only can it deal with civil unrest and external invasion more effectively, but it can also greatly reduce the expenditure of the treasury... I also think that , although the new barracks cannot be stopped, but the scale can be reduced. In the foreseeable time, there will be no major battles, and the current armaments are sufficient for defense..."
Zhu Xu held the already cold teacup, his expression remained motionless, and his mind kept changing.
Sun Chengzong's thinking is still "moderate", and there is no sign of forging ahead, so the "military reform" led by him is bound to be "moderate", and it cannot burst out the vigor that the army should have. It may not take a hundred years to repeat the Ming Dynasty again The failure of the "Guardian system".
Sun Chengzong spoke for half an hour before ending, saying: "Your Majesty, this is the general idea of the minister. The specific provisions are still being drawn up. If the Emperor has other opinions, the minister will discuss it later."
Zhu Xu poured out the herbal tea in his hand, picked up the teapot and poured it for himself, and changed a cup of tea for Sun Chengzong. He picked up the teacup, took a sip, and said after deliberation: "In the Grand Marshal's Mansion, we need to further refine it. Strategic planning, tactical formulation, etc., the command office is responsible for headquarters and front-line command, the training office is responsible for command, training, and intelligence is responsible for collecting war maps, intelligence, infiltration, etc..."
Sun Chengzong listened carefully, seeing that he did not exceed his overall structure, he was secretly relieved, and silently remembered.
"As for the establishment of the five battalions, I basically have no opinion, but the overseas is different from the inland. The key to victory lies not on the land but on the sea. Without command of the sea, it is equal to the infantry facing the cavalry on the plain. There is no chance of winning..."
Zhu Xu took another sip of tea, looked at Sun Chengzong, and said with a calm expression: "So, the fortress on the island is important, but the navy is the key to victory. The Japanese country... don't care about it, Ryukyu, Taiwan, Luzon, Old Port, these It is a line, which is both a defensive line and a blockade line. You can’t just build a big camp. For the sea, you need to discuss it separately. The few things I mentioned before are all attributed to the Ministry of War. I also plan to set up the Ministry of the Navy. Specifically I have asked Xiong Wencan and the king of Tang to do the plan. The Grand Marshal's Mansion will leave a place for them. You can discuss the rest. Don't rush to make a decision. I hope to wait for the generals from all over the country to come to Beijing next year to see what they think ..."
Sun Chengzong could clearly feel that the emperor in front of him seemed to have really changed, not as urgent as before, and his calmness was incredible.
"Could it be that the emperor is thinking of something else?" Sun Chengzong looked up at Zhu Xu, as if he wanted to see something from his eyes.
Zhu Xu put down his teacup, refilled it self-consciously, and said, "'Military reform' is a very important matter, we must be cautious, we must have broad support, and we must not act recklessly..."
Sun Chengzong heard it very strangely, isn't it you who have been reckless all the time?
As if Zhu Xu didn't see Sun Chengzong's expression, he continued: "The 'military reform' plan is first brewed in the imperial court, and it should be expanded in a small area. It should be kept secret so as not to cause major changes. Especially for disarmament, it must be safe and orderly. Don't make a fuss..."
Fortunately, Shaanxi and other six provinces, with Qin Liangyu under pressure, the Yunnan area is complicated, not only facing foreign enemies, but also complicated internally. It needs a large army to suppress and ensure orderly reforms. There is not enough prestige, and there are people trusted by the court.
These Sun Chengzongs were also clear, and said: "Yes, I plan to go out to Beijing again after next year to personally supervise the implementation of the 'military reform'."
"Military reform" is complicated and complicated, but it is simple and simple. As long as it is under control, there is no fear of backlash. Unlike "political reform", which has too much impact, there are obstacles everywhere, and it is difficult to trek.
Zhu Xu nodded slightly, and said: "Well, let's talk about this next year. Your current priority is to 'military reform'. It must be carefully improved, and it will take two to three years to complete..."
Sun Chengzong was surprised at Zhu Xu's eloquence, and said vigilantly: "Yes."
Zhu Xu has a lot of thoughts about the "military reform", especially the navy, but he can't talk about these with Sun Chengzong in one mind, and he can't talk about them together until the generals from all over the country, especially the admirals of the navy, come to Beijing.
After taking another sip of tea, Zhu Xu looked up at Sun Chengzong and said, "Is there anything else?"
Sun Chengzong murmured, and said: "Your Majesty, I am in urgent need of manpower to help, and a military department is simply not enough. I hope that Lu Xiangsheng and Cao Wenzhao can lend it to me temporarily."
Zhu Xu frowned slightly, and immediately smiled and said: "Well, yes, Cao Wenzhao is your old subordinate, and Lu Xiangsheng has quite a lot of experience in politics and the army, and they are indeed good helpers. You use it to discuss the 'military reform'. By the way, the drawings for the cabinet reconstruction are ready and brought to me. In addition, I plan to build the Grand Marshal's Mansion in the Huiji Gate, corresponding to the cabinet. You can do the specific design and design it. Let me see..."
Sun Chengzong once again suspected that Zhu Xu had other plans, his heart sank slightly, he was a little uneasy, and he still agreed: "I obey the order."
"Well, go ahead, be careful, and don't leave any trouble behind." Zhu Xu put down his teacup and said.
"Yes." Sun Chengzong had scruples in his heart, got up and raised his hand, and left.
Zhu Xu poured another cup of tea, turned it in his hand, and looked at Sun Chengzong's back as he left.
These people are deeply limited by the Confucian "golden mean" thinking, they seek "fullness" in everything, they have no vigor, and the things in front of them are okay. Auxiliary, and even become a drag, an obstacle.
"It seems that we have to find another way." Zhu Xu sipped his tea and thought to himself.
"Your Majesty." Cao Huachun hurried in from the outside, holding a note, and said, "Your Majesty, the earthquake at the junction of Sichuan and Guizhou, preliminary estimates, at least 10 people in seven prefectures were affected..."
Zhu Xu was almost numb to these, took a look at the note, nodded immediately and said: "Leave it to the cabinet." This is a letter from Jinyiwei Feige, and the specific reports from the two provinces may be several days late .
Cao Huachun nodded, then said hesitantly: "Your Majesty, there are some abnormal rumors spreading in the government and the public recently."
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