It stands to reason that it is not easy to get rid of Tan Lun, especially for Zhao Zhenji, this matter is not easy to handle.
There are two reasons: one is that the current nominal head of the cabinet is Li Chunfang, but everyone knows that Li Chunfang "will flatter Xu when the government is at the highest level, and give way to the high when the government is high." Therefore, the real master of the matter is actually Li Chunfang. It was Gao Gong, and Gao Gong and Zhang Juzheng were not only allies themselves, but also valued Tan Lun and Qi Jiguang, thinking that they were indeed rare talents, so they also strongly supported them.
Previously, Tan Lun and Qi Jiguang said that the power over military training was not unified, making the work difficult to carry out. After Zhang Juzheng heard the news, he immediately ran for them in Beijing and wrote to the main local officials, ordering them to cooperate fully and not to do anything half-heartedly or violate their duties. Gao Gong also expressed his support, so Tan and Qi were able to fully cooperate with each other. Control Ji Liao, plus the power to train troops.
The second is that Zhang Juzheng was originally in charge of the Ministry of War in the cabinet, so it was only natural for him to protect Tan Lun or Qi Jiguang. As the general constitution, Zhao Zhenji, if he wants to move Tan Lun or Qi Jiguang, he can only find his subordinates to impeach them, and then force the cabinet to take action.
But in this case, Gao Gong and Zhang Juzheng would definitely not agree, and they would have to "sacred judgment". If Gao Gong and Zhang Juzheng had not intervened, Zhao Zhenji would certainly not be afraid of the "Holy Judgment". What is remarkable is that Shangshu resigned. In order to ensure the authority of the cabinet, the emperor must have retained the elder, and things would be done according to the elder's wishes. But with the addition of Gao Gong and Zhang Juzheng, the trouble would be great. If Zhao Zhenji really resigned, Gao Gong and Zhang Juzheng would inevitably resign as well - that would be the end.
If there was only one Zhang Juzheng, Zhao Zhenji would still dare to give it a try, but with Gao Gong inside, the Sacred Heart would inevitably be deflected. When the time comes, it will definitely not be Gao or Zhang who leaves, but Zhao Ge himself.
Wouldn't this be like shooting yourself in the foot?
Therefore, it is difficult to directly defeat Tan Lun according to conventional ideas. Unless the alliance between Gao Gong and Zhang Juzheng breaks down, it is just wishful thinking and has no chance of winning.
As the saying goes, if you cannot cut with a hard knife, use a soft knife to sharpen it.
Although Mr. Zhao Ge said that he had wasted many years before, he had been ups and downs in the officialdom almost all the time. Although he had a strong and conceited temper, he still had some means.
Don't you, Tan Lun, have outstanding achievements and great reputation, and have long been known as a good soldier? Very good. Once I get rid of this Shanxi guy Huo Ji, I will transfer you to the capital! Of course - don't even think about it, Minister of the Ministry of War. I'll let you be the Grand Sima. When the time comes, Zhang Juzheng and you two will have one in charge of the Ministry of War and the other an official in the Ministry of War. Then Qi Jiguang can only be more proud of himself. How can I touch him?
As long as Huo Ji steps down, you will have to follow the method I proposed. In this case, there will definitely be someone to assist in the military affairs of the capital. It just so happens that Gao Huzi has established a system of four ministers in the Ministry of War. There are enough positions in the Ministry of War. When the time comes, I will add a left minister to you to assist in the military affairs of the Beijing camp.
Humph, the position of Young Sima is not humiliating to you, Tan Zili, right?
When Tan Lun leaves, there will be a layer of separation between Zhang Juzheng and Qi Jiguang, and there will be more ways to think of.
As for the successor of Governor Jiliao...
Zhao Gelao thought for a while and couldn't help but shake his head. Of course, this position is very important. If possible, Mr. Zhao Ge would also like to recommend his own people to take the position, but the probability of success is too low, and there is basically no chance.
The situation of the court is now clear. If Tan Lun is removed or transferred, the candidate for governor of Ji Liao will be either Gao Gong or Zhang Juzheng. Even if you count on your fingers, you will not be able to guess that he will be the leader of the old Zhao Ge faction.
But it doesn't matter. No matter who takes the lead, they can't be as strong as the relationship between Tan Lun and Qi Jiguang. They can give full and full support in everything, as good as wearing the same pants.
Regarding Qi Jiguang's matter, it would be enough to transfer Tan Lun. Mr. Zhao Ge thought it over and put it aside for now.
Ma Fang is not easy to deal with here. This person has always been famous in the court for being rough and loyal, but in fact he is an old man who knows how to be an official. In addition, he is also a man with outstanding military achievements. It is difficult to find a reason to move him. .
On Qi Jiguang's side, as long as Tan Lun is not around, the reason is easy to find - the Qi family's army has the highest military pay in the world, where does the money come from and where is it used? Moreover, Qi Jiguang was used to doing business, and bribery was indispensable. Even Zhang Juzheng didn't know how much money he received from Qi. As long as the previous preparations were done well, if he checked, wouldn't he be sure?
The situations of Ma Fang and Qi Jiguang are quite different. As we all know, Gao Gong does not like money. He has been an official for decades, and his land in his hometown in Xinzheng is only one acre. It is still the same amount as when his father Gao Shangxian divided the land for his sons before his death. It has remained intact for decades. move.
It can be seen that there is basically no exchange of money between Ma Fang and Gao Gong. What is remarkable is a little bit of ice and carbon respect. This kind of thing happens to all officials in the capital. It would be stupid to bring it up - how much offence would it be? people? Don’t you want to hang out anymore?
It would certainly be a good idea to follow Tan Lun's approach and replace him with Governor Xuanda, but unfortunately it has already been used once - Chen Qixue was just transferred away, and now Wang Chonggu is replaced.
Thinking of this, Mr. Zhao Ge gritted his teeth. Chen Qixue was originally replaced because Gao Gong felt that Chen Qixue had done a good job and supported Chen Qixue's work at Xuanda University. Although Chen Qixue did not openly vote for the Gao Party, his actions were in line with Gao Gong's intentions - even at Gao Gong. After Gong was forced back by Xu Jie, Chen Qixue still acted according to Gao Gong's previous ideas on border control.
So as soon as Mr. Zhao Ge came to power, he attacked Governor Chen of Xuanda. The reason was that since you were not a Gao Dang, the backlash against Gao Dang would not be too strong if I moved you. And what you did was completely a Gao Dang. It can scare some people.
The only thing that Mr. Zhao Ge did not expect was that Gao Gong would come back just after Chen Qixue's charges were confirmed.
This was not easy to handle, because as soon as Gao Gong came back, he became a bachelor and the Minister of the Ministry of Civil Affairs. Although Chen Qixue had been convicted before, it stands to reason that his political future seemed to have reached Po Meng's side, and he was just short of killing Po Meng. Drink the soup. As a result, after Gao Huzi came back, he said in an understatement, "Chen Qixue has been in charge of the military affairs for a long time. Although he has some minor faults, he has not concealed his talents. He was transferred to the Minister of War to assist in the military affairs of the capital camp." Zhao Ge's previous achievements were almost wasted. It really pisses me off!
Moreover, Gao Huzi seemed to have seen through his own intentions. Instead of transferring others to promote the university, he directly transferred Wang Chonggu, a Shanxi native, back - in the Ming Dynasty with a strict avoidance system, it was rare for officials to serve as governors in their native provinces. , that is, only a tough official like Gao Gong dared to do this.
Now that Wang Chonggu has been transferred to the post of Governor of Xuanda, this position cannot be moved casually: because originally Gao Gong and the Jin Party were only allies. If Wang Chonggu is wanted to be moved now, Yang Bo, the leader of the Jin Party, currently has no actual position and may not be of much help. , Wang Chonggu had no choice but to ask Gao Gong for help - which was equivalent to forcing the Jin party to sell themselves to Gao Gong and take full shelter in Gao Gongmen. Mr. Zhao Ge's brain is not broken, so why would he do such a stupid thing? Still think Gao Huzi’s men are not strong enough?
So there is no other way. The two lackeys of the Gao family, Ma Fang and Zhao Ke, really can only start from themselves. Mr. Zhao Ge sighed, thought for a while, picked up his pen and started writing a letter.
He, the old and dignified General Secretary of Zhaoge, has many imperial censors under his sect. It would be easy to select a few people from Xuanfu, Datong or Shanxi to check whether Ma Fang and Zhao Ke are clean under their buttocks.
I hope I can find out something.
You uncles and nephews from the Gao family have been too proud of themselves lately!
