The Ming Dynasty started with caution

Emperor Hongzhi stroked his beard subconsciously.

Three months ago, I heard that Liang Cifu was a dandy who was not even as good as the crown prince.

How could we rest assured to let such a person guard Liaodong?

"Yan Qingjia, is he also the person you want to recommend?"

Li Dongyang and others turned their heads slightly. Before opening the Wuzijian, Yan Chengjin said that one person could be dispatched from the Wuzijian to guard the pass in the north.

Yan Chengjin thought carefully for a moment and bowed: "Wang Shouren is well versed in the Tatars and is familiar with the military preparations of the Ming Dynasty. If he said it is possible, it should be possible. Please believe Wang Shouren."

Qin Hong showed disdain in his eyes. This guy was cunning and put the responsibility of recommendation on Wang Shouren.

"There are 100,000 people in Liaodong. If it is lost, 100,000 people will die, and the Tatars will attack from the south. Think about it first!"

"I second the proposal!"

The doctor of the Ministry of War advised that everyone seemed to be incompatible with Wang Shouren.

Yan Chengjin said: "Does the Ministry of War have a good general who can go north?

If Liaodong is lost, Wang Shouren will take the blame. Of course, I am also responsible for my negligence. I am willing to offer two gold medals as collateral."

You actually used the gold medal of immunity from death as a bargaining chip!

All the officials looked at Emperor Hongzhi.

Emperor Hongzhi pondered for a long time, and his face gradually became firm: "Send Liang Ci'an to the north to guard Liaodong City."

Liang Chu's legs were weak. I don't know what my son is like? He whispered: "Your Majesty, my son... He is a waste!"

All the officials blushed. If it weren't for the majesty of the Ministry of Personnel, they would have laughed out loud.

Liu Jian was a little impressed. For the people of Liaodong, Liang Chu did this.

"I have decided to leave the court!"

Emperor Hongzhi stood up and left the Fengtian Hall. All the officials bowed to see him off.

Liang Chu looked at Yan Chengjin with wide eyes: "Why are you making random recommendations again!"

"Does Lord Liang not believe in Wang Shouren?"

Wang Shouren said at the right time: "The conscience of the heart is called a saint, and Captain Liang also has a conscience. The military tactics and astronomical phenomena taught by me are the unity of knowledge and action, which can be of great use. Captain Liang is really a talented general, why not go north to guard the pass."

You are teaching the study of the heart in Liangxiang, and I will believe these nonsense? Liang Chu left with a red face.

After the shift,

Liang Chu walked to the dismounting monument of the Meridian Gate and waited for the sedan chair.

A big red horse rushed over, stepping on the hooves and getting closer and closer.

When the man turned over and dismounted, Liang Chu had not noticed it yet.

"I received the order to go north to guard the pass, and I came to say goodbye to my father." Liang Cifu bowed politely.

Liang Chu opened his mouth slightly.

The man in front of him carried a wooden bow on his back and had an embroidered spring knife on his waist, which was quite like a Confucian general.

Looks like... a little like my son?

Liang Cifu hadn't seen him since he returned to Wuzijian, so he didn't dare to recognize him.

The next moment, he widened his eyes and recognized him: "You can't even read completely, what's the point of guarding a gate! You should go to the palace immediately and submit a letter of resignation to His Majesty!"

"Knowledge is the beginning of action, and action is the completion of knowledge. I have been studying military tactics in Wuzijian for three months. I'm sorry I can't obey your order. Take care, father." Liang Cifu bowed again and rode on the horse.

Liang Chu was dumbfounded. Cifu has always been domineering. It's good not to scold people when he sees them. That's why he was sent to Jinyiwei.

How can he be so polite, like a scholar?

Yan Chengjin sat in a sedan chair not far away. I don't know if Liang Cifu can stabilize Liaodong and convince His Majesty and the officials on this trip.

…

Liaodong City,

On the city wall, thousands of people were like a group of ants, pulling the hemp rope as thick as their wrists, and the green square stone slowly rose and fell on the top of the wall.

Liu Jin slipped into the kitchen, and seeing that there was no one around, he quietly stuffed two large cakes into his crotch.

The military report was extremely important to the court. If he sent the military report to Lord Yan and made merit, he might be able to return to the East Palace.

"We will definitely go back."

"Stealing sesame cakes, someone stole sesame cakes!" The chef saw it and turned to shout at the window.

Liu Jin picked up the firewood and knocked him out with a stick.

Seven or eight laborers rushed in.

Liu Jin pointed at the person on the ground and said happily: "It was him who stole the sesame cake." Then he walked out of the kitchen calmly.

On the city wall, Zhu Youshu looked out.

The heavy snow covered Liaodong, and it was not convenient for the war horses to rush, which allowed the people of Liaodong to have a short rest.

But it also slowed down the construction project.

"I hope the court can send people north as soon as possible."

...

In early February, the snow in the palace was swept clean.

In Fengtian Hall,

Emperor Hongzhi saw the memorial from Shuntian Prefecture and said kindly: "This year, I want to send someone to worship at the Confucius Temple on my behalf.

Pray for the blessings of scholars all over the world and bless the prosperity of the Ming Dynasty.

Who is willing to go?"

This year is the 17th year of Hongzhi, and the court is going to hold the provincial examination.

The court's sacrifices are divided into three categories, namely, sacrifices to heaven and earth, ancestral temples, community and mausoleums.

Since there are many sacrificial activities, sacrifices are required for spring farming, major festivals, the prince's marriage, and meritorious service.

Therefore, sacrifices are divided into two types: dispatched sacrifices and personal sacrifices.

The dispatched sacrifice is done by ministers, and the personal sacrifice is done by the emperor himself. Sending people to worship at the Confucius Temple is dispatched sacrifice.

This kind of dirty and tiring work is usually done by the son-in-law, the lieutenant Cai Zhen.

But Princess Chun'an died not long ago, and sending Cai Zhen was unlucky, so Emperor Hongzhi wanted to replace him with a civil official.

Yan Chengjin felt something was wrong, why are you looking at me? !

"Yan Chengjin was born as a top scholar, and can be called a scholar in the world, and this journey is not dangerous, so why not send Lord Yan."

The cabinet and the six ministries nodded in agreement.

Yan Chengjin felt the crisis, because he couldn't frame this person, he was Li Dongyang...

If Liu Jian had advised him, he could still borrow Liu to take it back.

But Li Dongyang had no choice.

First, His Majesty trusts Li Gong very much, and second, it will be impossible to explain to Li Qing'e in the future.

However, it is most appropriate for Li Dongyang to go to Shandong.

It will take at least two months to go to Shandong, and it is just right to visit Li's mansion. If I can take this opportunity...

However, if His Majesty uses me, how can I get Li Dongyang to Shandong for sacrifice?

"Since I took office, I have encountered three assassinations and dare not leave the capital."

The officials of the six ministries frowned slightly. This boy is shirking his responsibilities again.

The Emperor Hongzhi had a stern face. If Yan Chengjin was not useful, he would really think that this was a waste...

"I know that Mr. Yan's family is not feeling well and it is inconvenient for them to leave the capital."

The killing of Yan Chengjin is a great loss to the court.

Moreover, if this boy leaves the capital, he will have to worry all day long. It is better to change someone else.

Li Dongyang pondered for a moment and felt a little sorry.

Emperor Hongzhi looked at Zhang Sheng, the Minister of Rites: "How about Zhang Sheng go on my behalf? I remember that you were the top scholar in the fifth year of Chenghua?"

If Zhang Sheng is sent, it will waste a great opportunity. Yan Chengjin thought for a moment: "I think it is not possible!"

Hmm?

Emperor Hongzhi and the ministers looked at Yan Chengjin.

The Ministry of Rites is in charge of sacrifices, and Zhang Sheng is a top scholar, so it is reasonable to send him.

Li Dongyang couldn't figure it out. Someone should go on his behalf. This kid should be happy.

The ministers quietly waited for Yan Chengjin's reason.

But this guy didn't say anything for a long time.

Emperor Hongzhi urged unhappily: "Why not?"

"Mr. Zhang is the Minister of Rites and presides over the talent selection ceremony. If he leaves the capital, I don't know how many gentry and officials will take the opportunity to offer their services."

There is some truth. Cheng Minzheng sold questions when he was in the Ministry of Rites.

Zhang Sheng felt insulted, blushing and angrily saying, "I would never do such a despicable thing!"

"Sir Zhang, of course, wouldn't do that, but I have a more suitable person to recommend." Yan Chengjin said to Emperor Hongzhi, "I recommend Sir Li from the cabinet to go."

Li Dongyang froze, this guy finally took action against him!