Above the jade steps.
Zhou Qian enjoyed such a domineering atmosphere.
He had almost forgotten that there was a time when he was always consistent in the court. Since the war subsided, he had grown old, and a new crown prince had been appointed, the people in the court had shown signs of laxity.
Many government orders were unclear, and what he said was thrown around as baggage, and eventually fell to the ground.
Therefore, what he valued about Ning Wuhuang was not just the benefits of firing colored glaze, but the fact that he urgently needed a young and promising man who could intimidate this group of loyal ministers who planned to attack the current dynasty's senior courtiers and attack their alliance. Disintegrate the numerous factions.
So far, the effect is very significant.
Before Ning Wuyan entered the court, the things he invented and manufactured brought great deterrent power to him.
There is no doubt that what he said today regarding the increase in armaments is what he said.
"Ji Aiqing's words make sense. I'm sure. I'll leave this matter to you. If the military supplies cannot be obtained by the Ministry of Revenue, I will provide them from the private treasury."
Military expenditures from private treasury were used to raise soldiers and horses loyal to the imperial power.
Zhou Qian had been waiting for this day for a long time. In addition, he had other ideas for this new batch of soldiers and horses.
"The newly dispatched soldiers and horses are to implement Jinling Mansion's policy of stationing troops and fields. If they are fighting, they will be soldiers. If not, they will recuperate and train diligently. Ji Aiqing, do you understand?"
Ji Shangshu and Zhou Qian are monarchs and ministers wearing the same pair of trousers.
The content of today's court meeting had been confirmed by private messages from the palace guards as early as last night.
After hearing Zhou Qian's words, Ji Shangshu bowed his hands.
"I understand your Majesty's intention. The Jinling Mansion's strategy of stationing troops and fields can indeed reduce military requirements, and can also meet the needs of foreign soldiers stationed at the border with peace of mind. I believe that this increase in troops will bring a group of new military households to Daxing. "
What?
Over the years in Daxing, the number of registered military households has been decreasing. Now, are there going to be new ones?
There is also the policy of garrisoning troops and fields in Jinling Prefecture... I seem to have heard of it, but there are a total of 500 troops stationed in Jinling Prefecture, and there are only 2,000 people in the lower counties, so no one cares about it.
At this time, hearing the conversation between Zhou Qian and Ji Shangshu, some people subconsciously opened their mouths and wanted to ask, what is the effectiveness of this new strategy.
But seeing the silence of his colleagues around him, he couldn't help but flash his tongue and quickly shut his mouth.
And finally realized a reality.
The wind direction in the court seemed to have changed.
The courtiers who usually opened their mouths to object when military arrangements were mentioned, today seemed to have left their mouths at home, and no one opened their mouths.
It seems that from now on, this court will become the main voice of the war faction.
"Your Majesty, I believe that in addition to increasing the number of troops at the border, the militias in various places also need to be trained more..."
"cough!"
Zhou Qian coughed heavily, interrupting King Kang's words.
King Kang raised his head and looked at his father on the jade steps with confusion.
It is rare that there is no resistance when my father implements military orders. Shouldn't we continue our efforts at this time and further increase the military supply and national defense strength?
The number of soldiers in Daxing has been reduced from 800,000 soldiers and civilians when my father just ascended the throne to less than 500,000 now.
That's it, including soldiers from various places.
If a war really breaks out and the whole body is affected by one move, shouldn't we prepare for the war in advance?
"Old Fourteen, you didn't have breakfast this morning?"
"Back to Father, I really didn't eat."
"Then you should take your time when eating breakfast. You can't eat hot tofu in a hurry."
"..."
Looking at his father's helpless look, King Kang finally realized that he was too impatient.
Looking at the courtiers sent by the King of Jin who were ready to attack him with words at any time, I thought that if he lost this battle due to his stupidity, his father's plan to send more troops to the border might be scrapped.
He wisely took a step back and stood back in the group without speaking again.
Seeing this, Zhou Qian was secretly satisfied: After living for half his life, the old boy Shi Shi finally knew how to advance and retreat, and his many days of experience were not in vain.
"Ji Shangshu will be responsible for the increase of troops on the border. The training of militiamen in various places will be discussed later. Who has anything to do?"
Zhou Qian said and looked at Qin Shangshu of the Ministry of Industry.
Qin Shangshu, who had been waiting for a long time, immediately came out.
"Your Majesty, Yulvifang has been built, and the stoves and other equipment in Princess Xian's mansion were moved to Yulvang the day before yesterday. Last night, the first batch of glazed lamps were successfully fired and can be sold. Many shops have reported to the Ministry of Household Affairs I have submitted a petition, hoping to take over the first batch of royal glazed lamps. The pricing is very impressive. It is expected that the first batch of glazed lamps will generate at least one million taels of revenue into the private treasury."
If the income of one million taels goes into the private treasury, it is a pure profit!
If you sell it, you can earn at least one hundred thousand taels to start with!
Among the courtiers present, anyone who heard this number could not help but feel excited.
Especially those family courtiers who have sent the name of the shop to the Ministry of Household Affairs for review of industrial qualifications, all eagerly waiting for His Majesty's favor.
Only the An family had their heads hanging down, waiting for the weather to change.
no way.
The person who cooperated with Ning Wuhuang in making colored glaze was Zhou Jingxian, and Zhou Jingxian was the daughter of Prince Kang.
Their An family was in bad luck this time. Even if they submitted their name card to the household department, they would probably have to go with them.
I don't know if there is any property under King Kang's name in those name cards. If there is, then His Majesty doesn't need to consider it at all. Of course, the wealth will not flow to outsiders.
Just when many people think so.
Zhou Qian's eyes fell on Emperor An's brother.
"I remember that Anbaolou has always been famous in the capital for selling glazed lamps. This time, the first batch of glazed lamps will be sampled by Anbaolou. Uncle Anguo, are you willing to work for me?"
Uncle An Guo raised his head and looked at Zhou Qian above in shock.
I always feel like a pie from the sky is falling on my head, and the filling in this pie is still gold.
"Why, Uncle An Guo doesn't want to?"
When Zhou Qian saw Uncle An Guo's reaction, he knew that his move was unexpected and how many people had been caught off guard.
Uncle An Guo opened his mouth, then knelt down and bowed to Zhou Gan.
"Thank you for your grace! Wei Chen is happy! Wei Chen is very happy!"
"It's cold on the ground. Get up. Be careful if you break your head again. People will think it's me punishing you."
Zhou Qian laughed.
Uncle An Guo also smiled so hard that his eyes narrowed to a slit, and he looked at King Kang happily, with a proud look on his face.
As for those Jin faction who were still preparing to attack in groups if His Majesty ordered the family property of Kang Wang's courtiers, when they saw this result, they were both happy for Jin Prince's Palace and a little envious at the same time.
But no matter what.
There is no need for them to open their mouths in this matter.
As for those courtiers who were dissatisfied with this result, they could only hold back their dissatisfaction.
At this time.
Zhou Qian's eyes fell on Xie Chang'an, who had just resigned from the position of Minister of the Ministry of Industry and was still familiar with the procedures of the Ministry of Personnel.
After talking about the happy things, we successfully silenced the mouths of those ministers who usually like to talk nonsense.
Next.
It’s time to talk about the less pleasant stuff.
"My dear friends, who still has this memorial?"
"Your Majesty, I have a report! I want to expose the Minister of Revenue, Ge Shilang, for using his power for personal gain! He used his authority to revise the merit review for five officials in the capital, and intercepted the reports submitted by the prefecture and county for seven officials outside the capital. He deceived the superiors and concealed the truth from the subordinates. This is a heinous crime. ! No tolerance!"
