The discussion was very lively and lasted for more than an hour, but both of them still felt that they still had some unfinished ideas. However, they also knew that such matters could not be solved in a long conversation, and it would be good to be able to initially decide on a general strategy. .
"Ziying, do you think we are forming a clique for personal gain?" Lian Guoshi said lightly.
"It may be okay to form a party, but how can we talk about selfishness? If the fate of the country and the well-being of thousands of people in the world can be considered 'private', then this selfishness is determined by me."
Feng Ziying had a certain spirit of letting go even though there were thousands of people around her, and she answered the question without even frowning.
"Jun Yu, you should know that I don't mind the slander and ridicule of outsiders. As long as I stick to my determination, I will continue to do it. I will not be changed by external forces. At most, it will be a change in strategy."
"So you choose to form a party?" Lian Guoshi's eyebrows gathered together, and there was still a thoughtful look on his face.
"When like-minded people gather together, anything can be accomplished, and they can reach thousands of miles away. If you try to shake up the world by yourself, you will only get bruises, and the wise will not do it." Feng Ziying said calmly: "I have been thinking about this problem for so many years. Why are there so many good ideas? The method cannot be promoted and implemented. Firstly, the old pattern has not been broken, and those with vested interests will never give up. They are still very powerful. Secondly, our own strength is insufficient, coupled with the sporadic dispersion, we fail to make a unified voice. , failed to gather forces; thirdly, the situation has not changed to that point yet, but the current situation is somewhat different."
Lian Guoshi pondered for a moment, "Do you think we should take the initiative and not passively wait for the situation to change?"
"This is inherently two sides of the same coin. Only if we take the initiative can we further promote changes in the situation and make our strength stronger. Similarly, changes in the situation will also create conditions that are more conducive to our strength, and we can hold our heads high and stand taller. Let's do what we should do." Feng Ziying said with certainty: "Of course we cannot react passively, and it is natural to shorten this period, and Jun Yu, you will be a very key part of it."
Lian Guoshi understood the meaning of Feng Ziying's words. There were some things that Feng Ziying could only shout out and give guidance to the country. The specific operations depended on people like him below, but personnel protection was the most important. This was what Feng Ziying had discussed with him before. There was no With enough reliable and available people, how do you achieve a certain goal?
What Feng Ziying put forward was not a grand slogan about peace and prosperity for the country and the people, but a series of specific goals.
For example, we need to expand our territory, consolidate the territory that already has a foundation or some progress in Dongfan, Ezo, and Palawan, and newly expand the land of Nuergandusi in northern Liaoning, including Kuwu, and the eastern part of Yarkand in the Western Region. The Governor-General of Turpan and the important maritime areas in Southeast Asia including Sulu, Bali, Jiugang, and Managaha. The former he decided to have major development within five years, Dongpan must be completely brought under the jurisdiction of the imperial court, and Ezo and Palawan are to be incorporated as special jurisdiction areas, while the latter three are to make significant progress in the next ten years and achieve goals within twenty years.
To achieve this ambitious goal, it is not just about planning, it is not just about having funds and materials, but more importantly, it is necessary to have a large number of capable talents to support it, including those from the Ministry of War, the Ministry of Industry, the Ministry of Household Affairs, and the Ministry of Agriculture. Almost all of them are involved in the Ministry of Commerce, and a large number of talents with local experience in reclamation and development are needed.
Another example is the development of industry and commerce, striving to establish a series of open sea ports along the north and south coasts to promote the development of maritime trade.
This is also not something that can be achieved in just one sentence. It not only requires the central ministries to issue realistic and targeted policies, but also requires considerable local support measures to ensure it.
There is also the need to stabilize agriculture and ensure food demand. Specifically how to do this, from what aspects to determine the goals, and to ensure their realization.
These require a large number of officials and talents, and they are not limited to scholars. Many of them also require a large number of professional craftsmen.
Precisely because the many ideas listed by Feng Ziying were so grand, it not only shocked and excited Lian Guoshi, but also made him a little scared. Can such a huge planning goal be achieved?
Let alone realizing all of it, even if part of it is realized, it will be enough to go down in history.
But Feng Ziying was full of confidence and seemed to have everything under control.
Even the reform of officialdom that directly involves one's own work, and the new model of examination and evaluation, will involve thousands of things and countless interests. Practicing state affairs makes me feel uneasy, but in Feng Ziying's case, it becomes It is as easy as turning back the palm of your hand without hesitation.
But there is one thing that is recognized in practicing state affairs. The first thing to do is to reserve and select talents for my use. Gather together our efforts, gather sand into a tower, gather armpits into fur, and gather thousands of water drops into a vast ocean. It is an unstoppable force.
Feng Ziying did not clearly propose to Lian Guo Shi the principles for selecting and promoting officials, but Lian Guo Shi understood that this was exactly the purpose of Feng Ziying's visit to him.
Like-minded people, people with outstanding abilities, those who dare to pioneer and innovate, and those who are practical. Here are a few things that I realized from Feng Ziying's words. Lian Guoshi felt that he seemed to be gradually learning to figure out what he meant.
"How are Zixun and Luyou?" After pondering for a long time, Lian Guoshi suddenly asked.
Feng Ziying burst into laughter, "Jun Yu, do you think I draw boundaries based on the geographical origin? I used Yang Wenruo boldly under my command, and now he is a fourth-level doctor when he comes back. Why should I treat him poorly?" Even if many of his views are different from mine, he does have some skills, so use them."
Xu Xie and Wu Zong were both scholars from Fujian and Nanzhi. They were both classmates of Feng Ziying and Lian Guoshi at Qingtan Academy. They were both Jinshi in the same year in the fifth year of Yonglong. However, their circumstances There are differences again.
After Xu Xie became an official, he was quickly favored by Ye Xianggao, so his career went smoothly, but his relationship with Feng Ziying, Lian Guoshi and others was not so close.
But although Wu Di was from Nanzhi, he was not favored by any of the big shots in the court. After all, Xu Xie was a second-class Jinshi and a common scholar, while Wu Di was ranked behind, so Wu Di practiced state affairs with Feng Ziying instead. , Fan Jingwen, He Fengsheng and others had close contacts.
Xu Xie is now the Prime Minister of Shuntian Prefecture, a fourth-rank official, while Wu Zong is now the Magistrate of Xianghe County, and the gap has become apparent.
The county magistrate of Shuntian Prefecture has a higher rank than the county magistrate of other prefectures, but it is only from the sixth rank or the sixth rank. Compared with the fourth rank, there is at least a difference of four levels. This does not have more than ten years of qualifications, and it is impossible to survive. If you go up there and do it smoothly, many people will never be able to cross this boundary in their lifetime.
"Zixun still has some abilities." Lian Guoshi said.
"Yes, but he may not be in line with our ideals." Feng Ziying responded.
"Then we can have more contact and convey our views and ideas to him. He is not a rigid and conservative person, and he also loves the people..." Lian Guoshi insisted.
Feng Ziying laughed, "I also have this intention, but I guess it may take a process. He was greatly influenced by the original Prime Minister Ye and Prime Minister Li, and some of his views are more inclined to the country squire..."
"It's not a big problem with Lu You. He has been the magistrate of Xianghe County for several years. If possible, he does not have to join the court. He can do something in the local area and serve as a model." Lian Guoshi suggested.
Lian Guoshi agreed. Wu Gang was meticulous in his work and performed well in Xianghe, a large county in Shuntian Prefecture. He should be considered for promotion.
From long-term planning to specific operations, it also means that Lian Guoshi not only fully accepted Feng Ziying's ideas, but also began to help Feng Ziying in specific operations.
"Uncle Fang can also consider letting him go to the local government. He has been in the Ministry of Justice for a long time and it is not suitable to stay in the ministry. He lacks the experience of working at the lowest level and will never be able to become a big influence. The prime minister must be sent to the state and county. I say this I have always agreed. Those who have never worked in Fuzhou County will be embarrassed by the big job."
Feng Ziying's words made Lian Guoshi smile and shake his head, "Ziying, your words can knock down a large number of people with one stroke. Our court has done a lot more than we have ever done in Fuzhou County."
"This is my opinion, and I won't deny it. Of course there are geniuses who don't need this." Feng Ziying laughed.
After sending Lian Guoshi away, Feng Ziying felt much more at ease.
With such a powerful helper joining the team, Feng Ziying's confidence doubled.
The key position of Minister of the Ministry of Civil Affairs can play a great role in practicing state affairs, especially when he has a good relationship with Gu Guan and Shangshu Cui Jingrong. In the next three years, he can work well and do some good things for himself. Officials of our own camp use it and use it in key positions to win popularity.
Of course this is not enough.
It is not enough to make good use of officials, but to give full play to these officials and get things done.
His thoughts turned to the people around him, his brother-in-law Shen Zizheng, and Jia Huan.
Both of them were Jinshi scholars. Jia Lan and Jia Cong were about to compete in the Autumn Imperial Examination. Feng Ziying also took the test in person and believed that Jia Lan had a greater chance of passing the examination, but it was hard to predict next year's Spring Imperial Examination. There is a 50/50 chance, even if he can pass, he will probably be behind the top three Jinshi.
Jia Cong fell a little short, but he still studied hard and passed as a scholar.
Feng Ziying also couldn't understand why Jia Huan, Jia Lan, and Jia Cong were all good at studying, but it was their legitimate son Jia Baoyu who was so poor. Is it because the woman's belly is weak, or is it due to other reasons?
But it doesn't matter much. Whether it's Jia Lan or Jia Cong, if he fails to pass the college entrance examination, he will take the exam three years later. If the Jia family can produce two or three Jinshi, it can be regarded as a glorious ancestor. He, as his brother-in-law and foster father, can also be considered. Interesting enough.
