A morning court meeting, the whole world was in an uproar!
Because Yang Shiqi proposed the strategy of dividing the family into a family, the originally peaceful and peaceful Ming Dynasty once again caused huge waves!
But all of this has nothing to do with Yang Rong, another bachelor in the cabinet.
Yang Rong was sitting in the duty room at the moment, his expression uncertain for a while.
The reason is very simple. This time he was defeated by Yang Shiqi, and he was crushed in all directions!
Since Emperor Wude came to the throne, Yang Rong and Yang Shiqi have become cabinet bachelors, responsible for coordinating and taking care of cabinet affairs.
Apart from the two of them, there are no other important ministers in the cabinet. They are all Zhongshu Sheren who are responsible for making imperial documents.
However, this does not mean that the cabinet does not have a powerful position.
You must know that the cabinet is an advisory body to His Majesty the Emperor. When Yang Rong and Yang Shiqi entered the cabinet and became bachelors, they became celebrities in the eyes of the civil and military officials of the dynasty.
For this alone, no one dares to look down upon the two of them.
Previously, Yang Rong and Yang Shiqi were on equal terms, and everything was discussed through discussion, but now the situation is completely different.
Cabinet order!
In fact, it’s Zhongshu Ling, right?
What is Zhongshu Ling?
Prime Minister!
But Emperor Taizu Gao once set an iron rule that no one should mention the matter of reconsidering the prime minister, otherwise he would be killed without mercy!
I am afraid that it is precisely because of this that His Majesty the Emperor set up a special "Cabinet Order".
It seems that the cabinet order is only responsible for cabinet affairs, but don't forget that His Majesty the Emperor has spoken. The seven ministries, hundreds of ministries, and temple supervisors must fully cooperate. Anyone who dares to secretly obstruct the new deal or perfunctory will be sentenced to death!
As soon as this sentence comes out, it is equivalent to the fact that Yang Shiqi, the cabinet order, directly has the real power of the prime minister. All seven ministries and departments have to obey his orders, no different from the prime minister!
Although the cabinet order does not have the name of prime minister, it has the actual status of prime minister!
Yang Shiqi, Yang Shiqi, you are so courageous!
Yang Rong sighed. He didn't realize until now that Yang Shiqi was so ambitious!
Having been in the cabinet for three years, Yang Shiqi, a cabinet bachelor, basically had no real power.
The same was true for Yang Rong. He thought that Yang Shiqi, like himself, had given up his desire for power and just wanted to fulfill his duties.
But who could have expected that Yang Shiqi was just waiting for the opportunity.
Now when the storm comes, he takes advantage of it and turns into a cabinet order!
What about Yang Rong?
What to do now?
Yang Shiqi succeeded in going a step further by passing the new policy of apportioning children into acres, and was promoted to cabinet order.
As long as he, Yang Shiqi, succeeds in implementing the idea of dividing households into households, he will sit in this position of cabinet order until he dies, becoming the uncrowned prime minister under one person and above ten thousand people!
Yang Rong was naturally upset because he was suppressed for nothing.
How am I worse than Yang Shiqi?
In terms of background, Yang Shiqi was just a teacher who became an official by recommendation, while Yang Rong was a Jinshi and had an authentic academic background!
In terms of talent, Yang Rong was able to make decisions, was mature and prudent, and was especially good at planning border defense affairs. He was compared by the government and the public to Yao Chong, the famous prime minister of the Tang Dynasty, and was far from comparable to Yang Shiqi.
In terms of political achievements, Yang Rong single-handedly presided over the extermination of barbarians in Liaodong. He not only eliminated the Mongols, Jurchens and other foreign tribes entrenched in Liaodong, but also helped the Xungui Group gain a firm foothold in Liaodong. This political achievement alone is enough for Yang Rong. Standing proudly in court.
And what about Yang Shiqi?
It's just a meritorious service in pioneering Nanyang, and there is no outstanding political achievement!
In terms of background, talent, and political achievements, Yang Rong is not inferior to Yang Shiqi!
But why did His Majesty the Emperor choose Yang Shiqi to implement the idea of sharing the land with the family, instead of himself?
For a moment, Yang Rong was extremely confused and a little aggrieved.
At this moment, a eunuch came in a hurry.
"Master Yang, your Majesty has summoned you!"
Hearing this, Yang Rong was shocked and hurriedly followed the eunuch into the palace.
After a while, he came to the imperial study room and met Emperor Wude.
"Yang Rong is here? Sit down quickly!"
Zhu Gaoxu said with a smile, not noticing Yang Rong's disappointment at all.
"I came here to ask you what you think of the New Deal."
"Those gentry and gentry are in an uproar. The impeachment memorials are flying over one after another. I wish I could kill Yang Shiqi immediately!"
Yang Rong's face changed slightly when he heard this, and he tentatively replied: "Your Majesty, after all, this has been a practice for thousands of years, and scholars all over the world are accustomed to the court's preferential treatment."
"Now that the imperial court suddenly wants to abolish their fame and privileges, these scholars will naturally accept it. This is human nature!"
"Then do you think this new policy is right or wrong?" Zhu Gaoxu asked with a smile, putting pressure on Yang Rong.
Cold sweat broke out on Yang Rong's forehead. He still didn't understand what Zhu Gaoxu meant, so he immediately expressed his stance.
"Your Majesty, please rest assured that the policy of dividing a small family into an equal family is a benevolent and benevolent act that benefits the country and the people. Even if my ministers are shattered to pieces, they will cooperate with the cabinet order to implement it!"
"Very good!" Zhu Gaoxu smiled and nodded with satisfaction.
"It's not in vain that I value you so much!"
"You Yang Rong and Yang Shiqi are both talented prime ministers, otherwise I would not have promoted you two to the cabinet."
"But do you know why I asked Yang Shiqi to preside over the implementation of the new policy instead of selecting you?"
Hearing this, Yang Rong was shaken all over and raised his head subconsciously.
He also wanted to know the answer. It had nothing to do with power or status. He just didn't want to lose to Yang Shiqi!
Zhu Gaoxu suppressed his smile and looked serious.
"Throughout the dynasties, when the past is reformed and the new is reformed, it will inevitably be accompanied by bloodshed!"
"So every new policy implementation needs a person with outstanding ability to preside over it, and Yang Shiqi is undoubtedly an excellent candidate."
"And you, Yang Rong, are good at planning and making decisions, and you value military strategy. Therefore, you are not suitable for implementing the New Deal, but for planning border defense affairs!"
I have to admit that Zhu Gaoxu's evaluation is very pertinent.
But Yang Rong still couldn't be happy.
Because the Ming Dynasty is now at peace in the world, and no one in the barbarians and wilderness can fight, no matter how outstanding his military skills are, he has no place to use it!
Um……
Wait, it seems...
Yang Rong's eyes suddenly lit up, as if he thought of something.
If he remembered correctly, there is still one country left around the Ming Dynasty, and that is the vassal state of Korea!
His Majesty the Emperor suddenly summoned him and then made such a call. Could it be that he meant... to plot against North Korea?
"Your Majesty, I have heard that Korean ginseng is moist, sweet, and can replenish qi and blood. It is called a miracle medicine. However, it is very difficult to obtain it. Can I get it for the Emperor?"
Zhu Gaoxu just smiled when he heard this and nodded immediately.
It is comfortable to talk to smart people. They can understand what you mean without them having to waste words.
"I have also heard of the name of Korean ginseng. Such a natural and earthly treasure should belong to me, the Ming Dynasty!"
"Three or four years have passed since the last time Liaodong was pioneered. You were the one who planned the extermination of the barbarians back then. It's up to you to go to Liaodong and take a look this time!"
"I will ennoble you as the governor of Liaodong, and ask everyone in Liaodong to fully cooperate with you to complete this piece of the puzzle as soon as possible!"
"But you have to remember one thing, it's best if you don't use weapons."
"Your Majesty, don't worry, I understand!"
Yang Rong nodded excitedly.
This is to seek a country!
If things get done, even if Yang Shiqi successfully implements the New Deal, his political performance will still be far inferior to that of Yang Rong!
Therefore, plotting against North Korea is imperative!
