The expression on Lin Feng's face remained the same, and he did not feel any panic because of Geng Dapeng's words. Before coming to the Ministry of War, Ying Jiuxiao had said that being in the officialdom would be different, with different rules and regulations, and Lin Feng had already prepared for it.
Lin Feng knew very well that once he entered officialdom, he would face many disputes. This was inevitable. In the officialdom, if you don't cause trouble, people will come looking for you. Although Lin Feng has made great achievements and has the support of the emperor, many people may not buy Lin Feng's account when he first arrived.
Therefore, it is normal for someone to make things difficult for you.
Under normal circumstances, Geng Dapeng could report the matter of the station privately. However, reporting in front of everyone is actually to weigh Lin Feng's quality and see if Lin Feng can solve this matter.
If Lin Feng cannot solve it, it will be Lin Feng who is embarrassed.
It's impossible for you to convince everyone.
So this time is a test, in fact it is also a test for Lin Feng by the officials of the Ministry of War.
Lin Feng smiled faintly and said: "Geng Dapeng, regarding the loss of 150,000 taels at the post station, is it a loss that only occurred this year, or is it the same every year?"
"It's like this every year."
Geng Dapeng looked calm and said: "It's just that the loss amount of the post station this year is particularly large. In previous years, the loss of the post station was only about 60,000 taels. This year, Qin's territory has further expanded, and many local post stations have been built and equipped with many equipments. The expansion of Da Qin’s territory will naturally lead to losses.”
Lin Feng's eyes were sharp and he said forcefully: "If I were the Minister of Household Affairs, I would not approve your request. From the beginning, we have been losing money every year. Such a result is very unreasonable."
Wow! !
There was an uproar in the hall.
All the officials from the Ministry of War had expressions of surprise and dissatisfaction on their faces. They were all very surprised.
Lin Feng actually scolded them. You must know that they are from the Ministry of War, and Lin Feng is also the Minister of the Ministry of War. As a member of the Ministry of War, Lin Feng did not consider solving the problem for the Ministry of War, but instead said that he would not approve the money for the Ministry of War.
Such an arrangement is disappointing.
At this moment, discussions arose one after another.
Many people looked at Lin Feng with a hint of dissatisfaction in their eyes.
Lin Feng saw everyone's expressions, turned his eyes, fell on the person beside Geng Dapeng, and said slowly: "Sima Zhong, I see you standing next to Geng Dapeng, gritting your teeth, clenching your fists, He looked very unwilling, what, do you have any ideas?"
Sima Zhong was also in his forties. When he heard Lin Feng's words, he was a little surprised.
Lin Feng also directly called him by name.
This memory is not simple.
Sima Zhong held his head high and said loudly: "I think what Lin Shangshu said was inappropriate and untrue. Da Qin's post house is to deliver Da Qin's documents and convey Da Qin's urgent military information."
"This loss is normal."
"It's not surprising that we have more losses this year. After all, more stations have been built and more manpower has been added."
"As soon as Lin Shangshu opened his mouth, he did not consider our Ministry of War. Instead, he stood in the position of the Ministry of Household Affairs and accused us of losing money every year. Can the key thing of Da Qin be said to be losing money? This is the most critical part of Da Qin. It is originally Someone has to be in charge, and you have to do it even if you lose money.”
Sima Zhong looked serious and said forcefully: "But Lin Shangshu did not show sympathy for us, but instead criticized us. I am not convinced."
"Yes, even the lower officials are not convinced."
Another person stood up, looking eager and indignant.
"The lower officials are not convinced either!"
"The lower officials are not convinced either!"
Officials one after another kept coming forward. These people had serious faces and hunched their necks, looking annoyed and angry.
Lin Feng looked relaxed when he saw this scene.
This was expected.
If Lin Feng directly attacked the Ministry of War and these people ignored him, acting as if the matter had nothing to do with him, that would be very inappropriate.
Lin Feng sneered and continued: "Why, I have stirred up a hornet's nest with just one sentence. Do everyone think so? Each of them holds a salary from the imperial court and is in a high position. But the imperial court is losing money every year. Have you ever considered doing something for the imperial court? To lighten this burden and save the Minister of War’s face?”
"It's a pity that no one has thought about equalizing this amount of money for the Ministry of War and solving the problems of the Ministry of War."
"In my eyes, an official should not only have the ability to report, but also have the ability to solve problems. It is true that the station suffered losses, this is a fact that happened, but why did no one come up with a strategy to change the strategy of the station? "
"If the post station does not lose money, but the Ministry of War itself can make money with the help of the post station, can the Ministry of War be more assertive?"
"Taking a bigger picture, the strength of the Ministry of War is the real effectiveness to Qin."
"Have you ever considered it?"
"One by one, they stood up with righteous indignation, saying that they were not convinced. What's the use of being unconvinced? If you are not convinced, can you solve the problem of the post station? If you are not convinced, can the Ministry of War be freed from the cowardice of the Ministry of Household Affairs?"
“If you guys can work it out, it’s okay for me to apologize to you.”
Lin Feng's words were tough, and his attitude was even stronger. He flicked his sleeves and said, "If any of you don't have the ability to solve the problem, just shut up. Our Ministry of War does not raise idle people, let alone trash, and we will never raise them." Don’t raise incompetent idiots who only know how to complain.”
boom! ! !
The sound of discussion is endless.
There were countless people talking about it.
More and more officials from the Ministry of War looked at Lin Feng with dissatisfaction in their eyes, and many even had hostility in their eyes.
They thought that Lin Feng's words were just for talking while standing up without pain in the back.
As the person who stood up, Geng Dapeng was aroused by Lin Feng's words and couldn't help but said forcefully: "Lin Shangshu's words are easy to say. However, the problem of the post station cannot be easily solved."
"We can't solve it, so can Mr. Lin solve it?"
"We are stupid, so we people can only take orders from others, and we can only serve as a member of the Communist Party of China. It should be arranged by Shangshu Lin."
Geng Dapeng scratched his head and counterattacked forcefully: "Lin Shangshu is extremely talented and must have a solution."
Li Zhi and Zhou Jinfa frowned.
If Geng Dapeng stood up and asked questions before, it was actually a good thing. You can give Lin Feng a try.
Now, things are not going well.
When things have developed to this point, they have become out of control. They have lost their original intention and have developed into infighting and exclusion. Once the news reached the emperor's ears, everyone in the Ministry of War would crowd out Lin Feng, the newly appointed minister.
Or, the emperor may also think that this was arranged by Li Zhi and Zhou Jinfa.
The situation is becoming more and more serious.
Li Zhi knew that he could not let his gaffe get out of control. He stood up and scolded: "Geng Dapeng, pay attention to your remarks. As a subordinate, you should follow the rules of your subordinates. If everyone contradicts their superiors like you, how can you run the political affairs of the Ministry of War? .”
Geng Dapeng said: "I'm just not convinced."
"Shilang Li, there is no need to stop him."
Lin Feng waved his hand to stop him and said with a smile: "Geng Dapeng is right. If I can't solve the problem, how can I convince the public? I have no solution myself, so I leave it to the people below. It's called leadership, but in fact it's just shirking responsibility. .”
"What does the Ministry of War's post station rely on to turn a profit?"
"It still depends on management."
"Currently, inns and inns have been set up in counties all over the world, specifically responsible for delivering military information, battle reports, and even court documents. Such inns and inns, in addition to delivering court documents, also provide a place for passing officials to rest. , is actually not responsible to the outside world.”
"In most places, the inns are empty with people to support them. The houses are empty and the people are empty. However, you have to set them up, because once there is a war or emergency problem in the local area, the inn is the place where messages are delivered. .”
Lin Feng glanced at everyone present and continued: "That's why so many vacant post houses and post stations will lead to losses every year. In this case, why are the post houses and post stations controlled by the soldiers not operated by the outside world to help the people deliver goods? How about writing letters, helping merchants transport goods, and providing residences in the posthouses for travelers to live in?"
"As long as this matter is arranged properly, the post house's annual income will be more than hundreds of thousands of taels of silver."
"Even, the income will be more."
"As long as you are willing to use your brain, this is not a problem. Moreover, through the external management of the post house, the people you support can also take action, so that they will not just keep them."
People in the hall started talking one after another.
Some people's eyes lit up and there was a look of approval in their eyes. Once the inn is put into operation, the imperial court can make a lot of money, and at least the Ministry of War will not lose money because of this.
The most important thing is that if the Ministry of War itself has money, it will have confidence.
Why is the household department important?
The reason is very simple, the household is the God of Wealth and is in charge of the money bag. To function, each ministry must rely on funding from the Ministry of Household Affairs.
This is the most important key to the household department.
Li Zhi and Zhou Jinfa looked at each other, with a look of surprise in their eyes, knowing that Geng Dapeng was asking an impromptu question. However, Lin Feng gave the answer without thinking. This ability to adapt is really not simple.
Geng Dapeng was unwilling to admit defeat. He thought quickly and said, "Lin Shangshu, I do not deny that according to your arrangement, the Ministry of War Post will be able to operate and there will no longer be a shortage of money. But you have forgotten that the Post House is the most important thing. His duty is to deliver documents from the imperial court and information from the imperial court."
"Once the local post houses and stations start operating and start making money, who will care about the intelligence? By then, the affairs of the court will be delayed. Don't deny it, many people will delay in the face of interests."
Geng Dapeng said: "This point must be considered."
"you are wrong!"
Lin Feng smiled and spoke.
Geng Dapeng frowned, looking stubborn, and said, "Please give me your instructions, Mr. Lin."
Lin Feng said directly: "The reason is very simple. When you say that local post offices and post offices will put the cart before the horse, you are not smart enough and have not considered details enough. Our reform of post offices and post offices cannot be one-size-fits-all. The court's specialized documents, information, etc. cannot be Deliver via ordinary channels.”
"This step involves the court's intelligence, documents, etc., so a separate person must be arranged to take charge. Only by having a dedicated person in charge can it be safe."
"This step is enough."
"In fact, most of the time, this system is not used in various places. However, it is necessary, so setting up a dedicated transfer is enough. As for more, it is converted to commercial use and begins to operate normally."
"The whole post house will start to operate and it will be able to survive. You can't just kill it with one blow just because it will have an impact. Be more flexible in your conduct. In the original place, there were escorts and others who delivered letters. .”
Lin Feng said: "By revitalizing the local area and taking over this matter, it will work better."
After hearing this, Li Zhi stood up and said respectfully: "Lin Shangshu, I have submitted my official submission."
Zhou Jinfa stood up, bowed and said: "I have submitted my official submission."
"Meet Lin Shangshu."
Someone else bowed and saluted.
"Meet Lin Shangshu!"
"Meet Lin Shangshu."
Officials from the Ministry of War bowed and saluted one after another. To them, Lin Feng was capable if he could solve the Ministry of War's problems.
You can only say these words if you have the ability.
If you don't have the ability, that's just a lie.
Geng Dapeng's cheeks twitched, looking very embarrassed. Knowing that he was defeated, he clasped his hands and said solemnly: "Lin Shangshu is very talented, and I have submitted. Geng Dapeng is free to do whatever Lin Shangshu wants to do."
"What should I do with you?"
With a smile on Lin Feng's face, he said: "Firstly, you have not violated the law and discipline, and secondly, you have not betrayed the Qin Dynasty, and you are loyal to your duties. Why should I punish you? On the contrary, you are loyal to your duties, not afraid of power, and dare to speak out. It is very good."
"Your own problem is that you are too impulsive. When you encounter something in the future, use your brain more and think more about how to solve it? You can solve the problem instead of everything being piled on the minister's desk. This That’s what you’re capable of.”
"Only in this way can we be promoted."
"Only when you show your abilities can you get opportunities. Therefore, while I am acting as the Ministry of War, you are welcome to offer your opinions and suggestions, and you are welcome to work hard to improve the Ministry of War. If it is unreasonable, it can be changed. If it is reasonable, we must do better."
Lin Feng flicked his sleeves and said: "Let's get back to the business, let's go back to the 150,000 taels of silver that we have lost this year. I will take this matter down and personally find Wang Shangshu of the Ministry of Revenue to resolve this matter."
"When you encounter difficulties and encounter problems, for the first time, I am willing to handle it for you because I am the Minister of War."
"If you always make mistakes in the same place and can't get out of the same place, then you have to ask yourself what's wrong with you."
"do you understand?"
Lin Feng glanced at everyone present.
"clear!"
All the officials from the Ministry of War spoke together.
Everyone's eyes were bright, and they were all moved by Lin Feng's words.
Li Zhi saw all this in his eyes and admired in his heart. He is worthy of being the Duke of Zhenguo. He has demonstrated his responsibility and ability, and also demonstrated his philosophy of acting as an agent for the Ministry of War. It can be said that Lin Feng has implemented his concept in the Ministry of War in a short period of time.
Lin Feng nodded slightly, turned his eyes, and said again, "Any more questions?"
"No!"
Everyone answered in unison.
Lin Feng nodded and ordered: "Since there are no problems, let's go and perform our duties. I will go to the Ministry of Revenue to talk to Wang Shangshu."
As he spoke, Lin Feng left the Ministry of War and went to the Ministry of Household Affairs.
The entire military department became lively.
Many people are discussing Lin Feng.
In these discussions, everyone's attitude has changed drastically. When Lin Feng first arrived at the Ministry of War, many people were resistant, many were unwilling, and many were even perfunctory. But now, these people all admire Lin Feng in their hearts.
