"Since it has something to do with Luo Sigong, it has something to do with Luo Yangxing. Since it has something to do with Luo Yangxing, it naturally has something to do with us." Chang Yu said hey, Chunxiang frowned, and his face became solemn.
There are different historical records about who was the last commander of the Royal Guards of Emperor Chongzhen in the late Ming Dynasty. One said Wu Mengming and the other said Luo Yangxing. In fact, this is understandable. When the Ming Dynasty fell, the Yamen replaced people more diligently than Wang Sicong changed horses. Today, it is used I'll pick it up tomorrow and reuse it the day after tomorrow. It's like a joke to change the first and second officers, let alone the commander of the Jinyiwei. In fact, during the Jiajing Dynasty, the commander of the Jinyiwei was replaced frequently. In the late Wanli period, there was no vacancy until Luo Yangxing, the empress of Chongzhen Emperor, took over, and then Wu Mengming (the author's research shows that Wu Mengming was the last one in the Chongzhen Dynasty, and this book is based on this)
In fact, due to the special status of Jinyiwei, it is common to become the master of Jinyiwei with a higher military position and the names of "Zhang Benweitang Shangyin", "Zhangben Siyin", "Zhangyin Steward", "Tangshang Qishu Steward", etc. official. For example, Lu Bing, the most powerful chief officer of the Jinyi Guards in the Ming Dynasty, when he first took charge of the Jinyi Guards, his official title was "Commander and Commander in Charge of Jinyi Guards". Later, his official rank gradually increased, becoming the Governor Qianshi, the Governor Tongzhi, and the Zuo Governor of the Houjun Governor's Mansion, but his duties were still "in charge of the Jinyi Guards" and managing the Jinyi Guards. Of course, there are also examples of people with lower official titles taking charge of the Jinyiweitang. For example, in the 12th month of the 40th year of Wanli, Luo Sigong took charge of the affairs of the Jinyiweitang as the official secretary in charge of the hall. At this time, his official title was Commander Tongzhi.
In the middle and late Ming Dynasty, the vast majority of the military attaches who obtained the title of Commander of the Jinyiwei were paid with a salary, and actually became the shadows of bureaucrats, nobles, relatives, etc. (receiving salary in this name), so most of the time the leader of the Jinyiwei is not the "Commander of the Jinyiwei", or in other words, it is not possible to judge whether he is the chief officer of the Jinyiwei based on the official title of "Commander of the Jinyiwei".
Luo Yangxing is the former commander of the Jinyi Guards. His father Luo Sigong was the commander of the Jinyi Guards in the Wanli Dynasty. His grandfather Luo An (actually Luo Si was Luo An's nephew, adopted) was the commander of the Jinyi Guards in the Jiajing Dynasty. It can be said that his family has three generations of Jinyi Guards. The commander still has some background, but in terms of reputation and character, the latter two together are not even half as good as Luo An.
On the contrary, Wu Mengming is a man who is very consistent with historical records. He is upright, but not at all. He likes to act based on Dongchang's eyes and likes wealth.
Although Chang Yu is a man who never plucks the hair of his rooster, he is very fond of plucking other people's hair, especially those with dark histories. And Luo Yangxing came into his sight by chance. According to historical records, Luo Xianxin saved his life with 30,000 taels of silver after Li Zicheng destroyed the city. There was no doubt that he had some money on hand, and Luo Sigong had been dead for many years at this time. Thinking about this guy It was easy to figure out, so he and Wu Mengming planned how to start. Of course, this matter was left to Beizhen Fusi to handle.
But he didn't expect that a skinny camel was bigger than a horse, and the Luo family's network of connections was far deeper than he thought. Luo Yangxing was aware of Wu Mengming or Dongchang's thoughts, and he began to protect himself.
Lu Cheng was brought up by his father. According to chronological order, when he was the commander of the Jinyi Guards, Lu Cheng should have been his right-hand man, and he was also the leader of Nanzhen Fusi, although Nanzhen Fusi had no The Zhenfu Division has great power, but he controls the North Town Fu Division. They cannot directly touch Wu Mengming and Chang Yu, but they can first pry over the foundation stone under their feet.
Don't say who the emperor trusts, whether he trusts this or that, it's all in vain. As long as there is true evidence, he will change it without blinking an eye.
The chief assistant, the commander of Jinyiwei and even the boss of Dongchang can be changed at will, let alone a governor.
"There are still vacancies for the commander and commander of the Imperial Guard," Chunxiang finally figured it out. After Chang Yu came to Dongchang, he poached Wang Guoxing and Li Ruogui, so that their original positions are still vacant. , how many people are watching eagerly.
Once Lu Cheng dismounts Wei Yan, Luo Yangxing will be safe. He can also remind Wu Mengming to stop as soon as he sees fit. I am not something you can manipulate casually. At the same time, Lu Cheng may also be promoted because of this, becoming a capital commander or a commanding officer. Gan Gan may even make Luo Yangxing make a comeback.
"The water is very deep, let's not go in," Chang Yu said calmly after thinking about his joints. Chunxiang said "Oh," and then said, "Are we just going to watch a show?"
"That's not necessarily true." Chang Yu breathed out: "Wu Mengming and Wei Yan are both good people. At least they cooperate with me quite well. Just wait and see if Wei Yan knows that Lu Cheng is investigating him. If necessary, give it to him." Just give it a heads up."
While the two were talking, they unconsciously reached home, Chang Yu's private residence.
Lao Hu has been waiting at the door for a long time, and of course there is his beautiful maid Lian Xin, whom he has not seen for a long time.
The master and servant were very happy to meet each other. Knowing that Chang Yu had not eaten dinner yet, Lao Hu hurriedly cooked some dishes for Chang Yu. Lian Xin made wine and quickly put the bowls on the table. Although Chang's house was large, it was not available at this time. There were not many people, so the two brothers started eating and drinking in the hall. Lian Xin and Lao Hu were waiting nearby. After listening for a while, they felt that some words were not suitable for them to hear, so they left.
"There is an old eunuch called Wei Chao in Fengyang, and there is an old eunuch guarding the tomb in Nanjing called Chen Derun. He sent someone to take care of it." After Lian Xin and Lao Hu left, Chang Yu said calmly.
Chunxiang said expressionlessly: "Do you have any request?"
"Unexpected" Chang Yu quickly put down the bowl, raised his head and drank the cup after touching it with Chunxiang: "Wang Zhijun also took the bait, just deal with him later."
"So fast." Chunxiang was a little surprised and said: "Brother is very efficient in doing things. What about Li Zongzhou?"
"Don't worry, Wang Zhijun has already taken the bait. It's the guy's turn and it takes no effort." Chang Yu breathed out and took a few bites of the vegetables: "What's the situation like in Zhen Xibo's place today? Wang Cheng'en said it's very lively there." ah".
"It's more than just a lively place." Speaking of this, Chunxiang was excited: "It's nothing like when my eldest brother moved to this house. The three floors inside and outside could not be squeezed in. Seventy-eight out of ten well-known people from Beijing came, and even after a long time, Wu Sangui showed up, and many nobles who had never heard of or seen him came to support him. Hey, when did they become friends with Zhen Xibo?"
Chang Yu smiled and said: "When you are poor in the busy city, no one cares about you. When you are rich in the mountains, you have distant relatives. It is a great joy to be given meritorious services and honors. It is a great joy to have someone's family. Supreme honor and wealth. Clinging to power is in the officialdom." It couldn't be more normal, and it is understandable that they are flocking to each other. "As he spoke, he sighed: "This officialdom is all about worldly relations. If you don't know anyone, you will know each other when you come. Don't you already have this network?"
Chunxiang nodded with deep understanding, and Chang Yu asked again: "Didn't you find something interesting?"
Fun? Chunxiang was startled: "Uncle Zhen Xibo is hosting a banquet for three days this time, and a big show will be held for three consecutive days."
"Is there nothing else interesting besides this?" Chang Yu smiled, and Chunxiang lowered his head and thought for a while: "It's not convenient for me to stay there for a long time, so I left after a while, but there are a few hidden lines arranged there. Looking back..." As he said something, he suddenly thought of something: "Gao Di, Shanhaiguan Commander-in-Chief Gao Di sent a very heavy gift. Although the details are unknown, it is a heavy gift."
Chang Yu smiled: "That should be for me."
Chunxiang was startled, and then he seemed to understand something: "This guy is really well-informed."
Whoever holds the military power has three heads and six arms. Chang Yu exclaimed: "Have you done the high-rise and dive business?"
Chunxiang coughed lightly: "I'll have someone go do it this morning. There will be news tomorrow morning at the latest. Do you want to inform the emperor?" Chang Yu shook his head: "It's the Mid-Autumn Festival later. I'll talk about it after the festival." Bar".
