The Founding of the Red Chamber

Lin Jing really wanted to unscrew Governor Zheng's head and do some research to see if his head was full of tofu dregs!

Tu Xiaosan also advised Lin Jing, "It's not worth getting angry about this."

Lin Jing clicked his tongue twice, "Anyway, I don't wait for the officials of the imperial court to do it, so naturally I don't deserve to be angry about it. I just can't see a fool, and I will be upset when I see it."

Tu Xiaosan said in his heart, then you should look at me more.Of course, Lin Jing was in a bad mood, and Tu Xiaosan wouldn't be poor right now, and Tu Xiaosan didn't care about court favors at all, so Tu Xiaosan said, "It's a big deal not to get promoted."

Lin Jing shook his head, "You and I don't care, but our soldiers have to care. However, this is not a bad thing for us, I just feel sorry for Governor Zhang."

Tu Xiaosan said, "Governor Zhang's dispatch of troops, I will take it upon myself to defend Governor Zhang one or two times."

"Your book, it's better if you don't get it, but you have to." Lin Jing said regretfully, "Governor Zhang's luck is really not very good, and he happened to meet such a narrow-minded person like Chen Qibao. Governor Zhang wants to enter I'm afraid it will be difficult for the matter of the court."

Tu Xiaosan understood what Lin Jing said, that officials from the DPRK and China were promoted, such as Governor Zhang, who was promoted from the first rank to the frontier officials, and then the foreign officials had been promoted to the top, so they could only be promoted to the Sixth Department of the DPRK and China Cabinet.Originally, Governor Zhang had made such great achievements in the south of the Yangtze River, and he had a great chance of being promoted to a cabinet minister. However, at this critical moment, Governor Zheng joined the Governor of Zhili, who is known as the number one governor in the world. The military and government of Henan, Hebei, and Shandong are even governors like Zhang, who are in charge of Zhejiang and Fujian. They may not be able to compete with the governor of Zhili in terms of strength.If this matter has something to do with Governor Zhang, that's all.Governor Zhang was completely unaware of Governor Zheng's memorial.

Governor Zhang was dumbfounded, and directly sent Mr. He over to ask why.

When Mr. He asked clearly, Mr. He was stunned for a long time and did not speak.After a long time, Mr. He gritted his teeth and said sarcastically, "If you don't know this, you can still repay my family's kindness for your help in this way for Governor Zheng." Annoyed about this.

Lin Jing said, "It's useless to be angry right now. The general has already written a document to defend the governor. However, even if this document is handed over, it may not be of much use. Sir and Your Excellency must be prepared."

Mr. He knew that Lin Jing was talking about Zhejiang and Fujian's response to the court, so he had to be prepared.Mr. He said angrily, "How to deal with this has nothing to do with Zhejiang and Fujian. Governor Zheng went to join the governor of Zhili at this juncture. How could the governor of Zhili not take the opportunity to make trouble."

Lin Jing asked sharply, "But what else is there?"

Mr. He said, "Shangshu of the Ministry of War is seventy-five years old this year, and the papers for official appointment are all three. Think about it, who doesn't want this position?" Mr. He said that Governor Zhang has made great achievements in the south of the Yangtze River, and he is paid for it. It should also be Governor Zhang.But right now, it's all right, because of this meddling Governor Zheng, have you eaten too much, or have you been bought by Governor Zhili, won't this add to the chaos?Mr. He looked at Lin Jing, "Master Zheng is not playing tricks with others, is he?"

Lin Jing said, "To be honest, sir, I have had this kind of thought before, but I really can't see it now. Do you think he looks like a person who can be tricked? What's more, he is the governor of a place, and he is also a member of the frontier. , the governor of Zhili has such a big face, let him set us up?"

Mr. He sighed, "That's all, the birds are gone, and the good bows should be hidden. When I return to Zhejiang and Fujian, I'd better invite the Governor-General to retire."

Lin Jing nodded, "I think so too."

Mr. He barely made Lin Jing choke at these words. Lin Jing helped the snow-colored porcelain cup in Mr. He's hand, looked at Mr. He, and said, "This method is feasible."

Mr. He understood that Lin Jing wanted Governor Zhang to take this opportunity to retreat and give the court a try.However, it was originally the time when the military exploits were outstanding, and he wanted to do this as a way of retreating. Thinking that the current situation is all thanks to Governor Zheng, Mr. He was furious. Mr. He said, "You must know that Governor Zheng Such a person, hum!" Mr. He didn't finish the second half of the sentence, but Lin Jing understood that what Mr. He was thinking was that if he knew that Governor Zheng was such a mentally ill person, he should have called the Japanese Bandit first. Kill this scourge, and then send troops to save Jinling!

Mr. He came over and asked why, but there was no other way but to get angry again.When I returned to Zhejiang and Fujian, I told Governor Zhang that Governor Zhang also hated Governor Zheng's itchy teeth.Governor Zhang also gave a letter to Mr. He, saying, "Look, they even sent me a letter, asking me to impeach the governor of Zhili who is dying!"

Mr. He said directly, "My lord, there is no need to be angry with such foolish people."

He said he wasn't angry with the foolish people, but it was the foolish people who ruined Governor Zhang's affairs.

Even if there is the method of taking retreat as an advance proposed by Mr. He, it is not a good method at this time.Because, at this moment, when the Minister of the Ministry of War is about to retire from illness, there is no good way to disrupt the situation like this for Governor Zheng.

Even if it is not a good method, it must be used.

Governor Zhang did not defend the impeachment of Governor Zhili, he directly pleaded guilty, and asked the court to allow him to return home because of his crime.Governor Zhang's memorial is also very moving. Governor Zhang said that in recent years, he has been worrying about the Japanese invasion day and night, and his health is not as good as before. Excessive punishment should be punished, and second, he also wants to go back to his hometown to take care of his health.

You know, in the officialdom, if someone is said to be in poor health, this will also have an impact on that person's official career.

Otherwise, why do the elderly have to retire? Isn't it because they are old and their health is not good.

After Chen Qibao received Governor Zhang's memorial, he first discussed with the cabinet members, and the cabinet had everything to say.To be honest, Governor Zhang has made great achievements, and everyone admits this, but, I don’t know how delicate the emotion is, but someone in the cabinet agrees with Governor Zhang’s memorial to retirement. Fortunately, this statement was immediately refuted by Kong Guogong. Fairness, "Governor Zhang is only 65 years old, and he is still far away from becoming an official. Besides, he can survive the war, and now the world is peaceful, so why not? The old man is now in his eighties, and he still serves the court. where."

Xie Guogong also said, "It is not an exaggeration for Governor Zhang to be the number one hero in Jiangnan's great victory. The meritorious service is not rewarded, but the hero is ordered to go home. The old minister has never heard of such a thing in the world."

Lin Yi said directly, "This is just a verbal battle between several governors. In my opinion, we might as well put this matter aside and discuss the merits of Jiangnan first."

Kong Xie also said yes.

Chen Qibao left Lin Yi to speak, Chen Qibao said, "It seems that Governor Zhang doesn't really trust me."

Lin Yi was puzzled, "Your Majesty, why did you say that? Your Majesty Wan Cheng has made great achievements in the south of the Yangtze River. Governor Zhang acts cautiously. It may not be a bad thing."

Chen Qibao smiled, "Is he being cautious, or is he advancing in retreat?"

Lin Yi said, "Your Majesty is the lord of the world. It is not surprising that all the officials in the court are always guessing at His Majesty's wishes."

Chen Qibao said, "I understand Lin Qing's meaning."

Lin Yi only hoped that His Majesty the Emperor really understood what he meant. Lin Yi said softly, "The world belongs to His Majesty. Your servants are your Majesty's servants."

Chen Qibao waved his hand, causing Lin Yi to retreat.

Lin Yi went back to the mansion and talked about the matter with Shu Jingyun, Shu Jingyun said, "Your Majesty is too suspicious."

"It's not good to say that about Your Majesty." Lin Yi said, "Governor Zhang has always been very close to the Kong family. Now that Kong Guogong has a lot of power, if another Governor Zhang joins the cabinet, I'm afraid His Majesty will consider it from the perspective of cabinet balance."

Shu Jingyun said, "Governor Zhang with such talent, how could he be under the command of old man Kong. It is nothing more than that Governor Zhang has no one in Beijing, so he has to rely on one or two of the Kong family. Your majesty is really overwhelmed."

It's not easy for Lin Yi to say anything wrong with His Majesty the Emperor, but he might have thought about it in his heart.Shu Jingyun said, "Now the governor of Zhili and the governor of Zhejiang and Fujian are fighting for the position of minister of the Ministry of War. Is it possible that the governor of Zhili has nothing to do with the rich and powerful in Beijing?"

On this matter, Lin Yi didn't say any more.

The rewards for military exploits were quickly awarded, and along with the rewards, the imperial court also praised the meritorious service of Governor Zhang in the imperial edict, saying that Governor Zhang was still in his prime, and the imperial court could not leave Qing, and I could not do without Qing, and still needed Qing as the imperial court. Efficacy, such as serving the people.

The imperial court's military achievements are naturally rich, and everyone in the south of the Yangtze River has been rewarded.

Tu Xiaosan also got the title of Viscount, Governor Zhang got the title of Earl, and the military officers were all promoted according to their military merits, and Miss Murong Mu got the position of third-rank female general. This was the first time for the imperial court. If you have high merit, you have to award, and you must award generously.

For this reason, Mu Qiuting was very happy for his sister.

The entire Jiangnan officialdom was delighted by this reward for military exploits, and if it was said that the only one who was not very happy was Lin Jing.

In fact, Tu Xiaosan's joy is also limited. Ever since Lin Jingruo got nothing for his great achievements in the battle of Quanzhou, Tu Xiaosan's heart for the court has faded.This time, Tu Xiaosan originally wanted to put Lin Jing on the list of meritorious service, but Lin Jing insisted on refusing, so that's all.Therefore, there is naturally no reward for Lin Jing's military exploits.Tu Xiaosan thought that Lin Jing was not someone who would be displeased with his military exploits, and Tu Xiaosan asked Lin Jing, "Do you feel that the court rewards you less?" Lin Jing would only be annoyed by injustices, especially his injustices. thing.

Lin Jing glanced at the rewards from half the room, and said, "This is not a lot. You have only been in the south of the Yangtze River for a few years, and now you are a second-rank general, and you have the title of viscount. Isn't that too little?"

"Then it's not fun." Tu Xiaosan pulled Lin Jing, and they sat on the couch and talked together. Lin Jing thought that he smelled of alcohol, so he pushed Tu Xiaosan away and told him to sit on the stool.Lin Jing took off his boots and sat cross-legged on the couch. Tu Xiaosan took a bowl of hangover soup and drank it down in one gulp, then sat down on the couch again.

Lin Jing said, "You get the Viscount, Governor Zhang gets the Earl, and Governor Zhang is the Minister, I'm afraid it will be difficult."

"What's wrong with that?" Tu Xiaosan felt a little overwhelmed for a while, "The imperial title has been bestowed, if I say it, Mr. Zhang must be used."

"Giving the title is already a reward, and the credit has been paid. How can you give the position of minister of the Ministry of War to Mr. Zhang?" Lin Jing said, "If the imperial court intends to promote Governor Zhang to the cabinet, this time, Governor Zhang should be directly transferred to the cabinet. It is both dignified and glamorous, and it will let everyone in the world see how the imperial court treats meritorious ministers kindly. But this time, there is only a nobility, and no mention of joining the cabinet. It will not be mentioned this time, and it will not be mentioned in the future."

Tu Xiaosan frowned, but he didn't agree with Lin Jing's words, "The position of minister is the second rank. Governor Zhang also holds the title of first-rank bachelor. If you want to talk about rank, it's enough. This title is indeed according to The imperial court has to think about how many battles Jiangnan has fought and how much care has been taken in the past few years. It is not a generous reward to give Governor Zhang the title of earl. But the title of minister, whether he can enter the cabinet or not, I I just feel that such a high position is supposed to go up to the capable and down to the mediocre. How many people see the talent of the governor, is it possible that he is not worthy of the title of minister?" In Tu Xiaosan's view, the title of title is Jiangnan's merits and the title of Shangshu are nothing more than legitimate promotions.

Lin Jing said, "You would think that way, but those in the cabinet wouldn't think so. What's important is that Chen Qibao didn't think so."

Tu Xiaosan did not agree with Lin Jing's words, but if Governor Zhang heard it, Governor Zhang would probably agree very much.

Because, when Governor Zhang received the title of earl from the court, he understood the court's thoughts, His Majesty's thoughts.

Mr. He was not reconciled, and said, "I'd better go to the capital to inquire about it."

Governor Zhang said, "If the emperor's heart is like this, there is no need to go."

Mr. He tried his best to go. He was an old man who followed Governor Zhang. He decided to go, and Governor Zhang let him go.Before Mr. He left, Lin Jing arrived at the governor's mansion first. Governor Zhang also said, "I guess, the general has a lot of business there, why are you here now?"

"The Japanese bandits have been beaten away. What else is there to do? Even if there are, it's just a piece of shit. Are you afraid that no one will fight for it?" Lin Jing said, "I'm here to visit your lord."

Governor Zhang smiled, "Why do you still think about me?"

Lin Jingdao, "Things like fame and wealth are nothing but fiction. If you ask me, only the relationship with the Governor-General in the past few years is real."

Governor Zhang was actually not in a good mood, but hearing Lin Jing's words, he was also extremely happy. Governor Zhang clapped his hands and said, "Well said! I'll set up some fine wine today, and we won't go home until we're drunk!"

Lin Jing laughed, "That made me catch up. I haven't had a good drink for many years."

Before the wine was eaten, Mr. He talked about going to the capital, Lin Jing said, "Sir, it's good to go for a while. When you arrive in the capital, don't forget to inquire about the Kong family. Isn't Kong Guogong able to talk in court? How can this be done?" It won’t be done when it’s urgent!”

Governor Zhang hurriedly said, "Where is this? Thunder, rain and dew are all due to your grace."

But Mr. He said in his heart that Ah Qing wanted to guess everything I asked.Mr. He just wanted to go to the capital to see for himself whether the Kong family was helping the Minister. Governor Zhang has always been kind to the Kong family!

In the end, it would be better if Mr. He didn't go, but this time, he was really pissed off.

If you say that Governor Zheng is just a fool, now that you see the Kong family, you will know what a treacherous person is.

Mr. He will go back and forth, plus the time to inquire about news, it will also take a month.After Mr. He told the matter to Governor Zhang, Governor Zhang sneered, "After the saints, there are such villains!"

Without him, the position of Shangshu is lost. Although Governor Zhang is lost, he is not angry.But when the Kong family did this, Governor Zhang was really furious. Without him, the Minister of the Ministry of War had just confirmed that the flower fell to Governor Sun, the governor of Zhili. This grandson of the Kong family married the granddaughter of the Sun family!

How can this matter not annoy Governor Zhang!