Inn.
Zhang Bing saw Bao Zhao.
But he couldn't believe it.
The dazed man in front of him turned out to be the great Sikou in his memory who was unruffled and proud!
"Da Sikou, what happened? How could you..."
Zhang Bing asked sadly.
Bao Zhao raised his head and glanced at him, then sighed.
"Qingping, do you think it is right for the imperial court to cut down the vassals?"
"The kings support their troops and despise the imperial court. If they do not cut down their vassals, disaster will happen sooner or later!"
Zhang Bing replied without hesitation that this was not only his idea, but also the idea of the civil and military officials of the entire dynasty.
If we don’t kill these vassal kings who support their troops and respect themselves, will a Ming version of the “Eight Kings Rebellion” break out among them in the future?
When Emperor Taizu Gao divided the kings among them, both the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty were opposed to it.
However, Taizu Qiangang was arbitrary and executed several courtiers who opposed it, so he was able to divide the kings.
But whether it is the "Rebellion of the Seven Kingdoms of the Western Han Dynasty" or the "Rebellion of the Eight Kings of the Western Jin Dynasty", they all clearly tell the world that it is not necessary to enfeoff the kings. This is a bloody lesson.
Therefore, after the new emperor ascended the throne and proclaimed himself emperor, he vigorously promoted the policy of reducing vassal states, and the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty naturally gave full support.
After all, these arrogant and domineering vassal kings not only have heavy troops, but most of them prey on the people in their fiefdoms and do nothing to interfere with human affairs!
Therefore, it is imperative for the imperial court to reduce vassal status!
And the excuse for cutting down the feudal vassal can be said to be impeccable!
Bao Zhao first briefly described the three lines of defense theory, which made Zhang Bing frown.
"It is true that Emperor Taizu Gao had great talent and great strategy. When he divided the kings, he may have had this intention, leaving three life-saving lines of defense for future generations."
"But Great Sikou, the problem is that these vassal kings support their troops but do not respect the court. If they do not cut down the vassals, they will form states within states. The court's prestige will plummet and the people will suffer. Isn't this right? "
"The harm of the vassal king is not only in the present, but also in the future. Without these three lines of defense, the Ming Dynasty will still be stable. However, if these three lines of defense are retained and the vassal king is allowed to become bigger and stronger, it will definitely become a serious trouble!"
After all, Zhang Bing was a knowledgeable and talented official. He could see at a glance that the three lines of defense theory was just an excuse for refuting the reduction of vassalage.
The harm caused by the vassal king is far greater than the meaning of this theory!
Therefore, this three lines of defense theory is simply untenable!
When Bao Zhao heard what he said, his eyes suddenly lit up.
But just for a moment, the light in Bao Zhao's eyes dimmed again.
"But in order to reduce the vassal state, it is necessary to sacrifice the people of Beiping Prefecture. Is this right?"
Hearing Bao Zhao's words, Zhang Bing also fell silent.
Zhang Bing also heard about Bao Zhao's repeated petitions to restore Beiping's grain and grass supply.
In fact, deep down in his heart, Zhang Bing supported Bao Zhao.
But the key point is that the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty and even His Majesty the Emperor vigorously promoted the reduction of vassals.
And you are revealed to be the Chief Secretary of the Ministry of Punishment and the interviewer in Peking, but you are going against it at this time. Isn't it a little inappropriate?
"Da Sikou."
"The people of Peiping will not suffer for long."
"As long as the three Yanshan guards leave Peiping, Xie Gui and the others will take action."
"The King of Yan, Zhu Di, will be executed, and the imperial court will restore the supply of grain and grass to Peiping!"
Bao Zhao's expression changed after hearing this, and then he smiled bitterly and shook his head.
"Things are far from as simple as you think!"
"Now the people of Peking are all devoted to King Zhu Di of Yan, and the people of Peiping all respect King Zhu Di of Yan. Moreover, Zhu Di is apparently suffering from hysteria!"
"If you don't have a suitable excuse and attack the King of Yan Zhu Di directly, it will inevitably trigger a rebellion among the people of Beiping!"
Beiping civilians change!
Hearing these four words, Zhang Bing's face changed drastically!
He knew that the emperor always cherished his virtuous reputation.
If it really arouses the rebellion among the people in Beiping, then even if they capture Zhu Di, they will still be left with nothing to eat!
"Da Sikou, what on earth is going on?"
"The reason is very simple. The imperial court ignores the people of Peiping, while the Yan Palace takes the opportunity to win over the people!"
Bao Zhao briefly described the anthracite coal incident, which made Zhang Bing a little frightened!
"This King of Yan, Zhu Di, is really ambitious!"
"Anthracite is only the first step. Prince Yan's Mansion will most likely open a warehouse to release grain. This is the second step!"
Bao Zhao's eyes were dull, "Once these two steps are completed, the hearts of the people of Beiping will all belong to King Zhu Di of Yan!"
"And this is Zhu Di's biggest talisman. Unless you are not afraid of provoking a popular uprising, you will never be able to touch King Yan Zhu Di!"
As soon as these words came out, Zhang Bing's face turned gloomy.
He didn't expect that King Yan Zhu Di would actually achieve this step!
Since ancient times, those who win the hearts of the people win the world!
If King Zhu Di of Yan can win the hearts of the people in the north, then he will be the real king of northern Xinjiang!
"Of course, there is no way to break this situation."
"I dare to ask Da Sikou, what can I do?"
"Open the warehouse to release grain and restore prestige for the court!"
Bao Zhao softly uttered these words.
"Otherwise, why do you think I have to make repeated appeals to the imperial court to restore the supply of grain and grass to Peiping?"
"His Majesty the Emperor chooses to suffer for the people, and will only give the hearts of the people of Peking to King Zhu Di of Yan. This is what I am really worried about!"
Zhang Bing nodded after hearing this, and immediately said: "Don't worry, Chief Sikou, I will immediately write a letter and send it back to the court to inform the emperor of the matter!"
Bao Zhao was indifferent when he heard this and did not respond.
King Yan Zhu Di has already taken the first step, how can he give the court a chance to react?
At this moment, a voice suddenly came from outside the door.
"Da Sikou!"
"It's just as you expected!"
"Prince Yan's Mansion has opened a warehouse to stock up on grain!"
Hearing this, Bao Zhao and Zhang Bing turned pale instantly!
Bao Zhao stood up and looked out the window in despair, only to see someone beating gongs and drums on the street to promote things.
"Dear fellow villagers and elders, His Highness King Yan felt that there was a shortage of food and grass in Peiping and the number of refugees and hungry people was increasing day by day, so he specially opened a warehouse outside the city to release food and provide relief to the victims!"
"All the people in Peiping who are short of food at home can queue up to receive food!"
"I just hope that everyone will pray for His Royal Highness, King Yan, to have a long life!"
As soon as the words fell, the people were overjoyed and rushed out of the city like a swarm.
Of course, there are many voices mixed in, all of which are admiration and praise for King Yan Zhu Di!
At this point, King Yan Zhu Di took the first step!
Bao Zhao watched this scene helplessly, but he was helpless.
He had obviously made a petition to the emperor a long time ago, requesting that the supply of grain and grass be restored to Peiping in order to stabilize the hearts of the people in Peiping.
However, the new emperor Zhu Yunwen not only did not listen, but instead issued an edict to reprimand him for being outrageous.
Now that the hearts of the people in Beiping belong to King Yan, what should the court do?
"What the people want is the general trend!"
"The climate of King Yan has been established, the climate has been established!"
Hearing Bao Zhao's words, Zhang Bing was so shocked that his scalp went numb.
He looked at Bao Zhao with a horrified face, but was horrified to find that the Chief Secretary of the Criminal Department had burst into tears at some point.
“Is what the people want is the general trend?”
"Could it be that King Zhu Di of Yan would really raise an army to rebel?"
Zhang Bing looked at Bao Zhao in confusion, but the latter did not respond.
He who wins the hearts of the people wins the world!
Not a lie.
