When an imperial envoy meets with a border official, one has the power to respond to the situation and the other has the duty of guarding. Obviously, a polite exchange of greetings is indispensable. This is a common practice and need not be repeated.
Gao Pragmatic still showed respect to the imperial edict in front of all the officials. Except for polite words, he did not mention any other serious matters. Even if others came to talk about it, he would not talk to him and put on the attitude of "You can just discuss and make a decision. I am just casual." Listen".
However, if people in the officialdom need others to explain everything, it would be too imbecile. In fact, many things do not need to be explained at all - observing people's words and emotions is really one of the basic skills in officialdom. Who among the people present is not an expert in this field? hand?
Therefore, although Gao Pragmatic did not say a word when listening to their conversation, everyone still found the answer they wanted from his expression. Of course, this was all deliberately shown to them by Gao pragmatism.
Gao Pragmatic expressed a total of three meanings: First, I and the people I represent are in favor of the surrender of Hannaji; second, I attach great importance to the defense of the University, especially in terms of weapons and equipment. To pay attention, you must inspect it in person; third, I want to meet with Han Naji.
Of these three meanings, only the first one is completely good news to the officials of Xuanda.
The third article is only a little troublesome. After all, the governor and governor are here now, so this responsibility can still be shouldered, and Han Naji will be placed under "residential surveillance" with luxury houses and delicious food. This was Gao Pragmatic's first suggestion. , it’s normal for him to come to meet her in person, not to mention whether the two masters in the palace have any intention here, it’s hard to say. Even if it's not the intention of those two gentlemen, even if it's Gao Gong's intention, it would be shameless for us to stop him.
The most troublesome thing is the second one. Logically speaking, when inspecting defense, the guests and hosts usually sit down in Datong Jiancheng. Everyone takes out a map and figures out how many soldiers are here and how many soldiers are there, and then they start talking about "well-equipped equipment and sufficient food and pay." That's all for the nonsense. Occasionally, a shrewd imperial envoy may quietly leave a few remarks - while praising, he may also offer a little "well-intentioned criticism" to some inconspicuous parts.
This criticism is not just for show, but if there is a problem with defense in the future, the imperial envoy can use this to express his innocence to his superiors: Your Majesty, you see, it is not that the ministers have not raised questions, it is actually the border ministers and generals who If your words fall on deaf ears, you will be wronged!
The border ministers and generals did not take this too seriously. Everyone could understand the imperial envoy leaving a way out for himself. As long as the imperial envoy did not get angry on the spot or write an impeachment memorial directly, then everything would be fine. manage.
But Gao Pragmatic’s approach is more troublesome. You may say that he overstepped his authority, but he did not overstep his authority. People just looked at it and didn’t accuse him of anything. How could he overstep his authority? Isn’t “taking a look” the same as “watching the government”? ?
However, the Northern Army's ordnance has always had a big problem. Everyone knows this. If Gao Pragmatic takes a look, he may not know how this young and proud Xiaoge veteran will react.
Fang Fengshi is the most worried about this, because he has the least understanding of Gao Jingshi, so he is very worried about Gao Jingshi's child's temper. If he sees the poor quality of the ordnance, he will get angry on the spot, which will definitely make everyone look bad. ——Although Deputy Ambassador Gao has no authority to take charge of affairs, he gets angry when he sees something bad happening. It may not be unjustifiable even if the matter is taken back to the capital. At least Mr. Gaoge will definitely be able to protect him.
Wang Chonggu was calm because he was Zhang Siwei's biological uncle. Zhang Siwei mentioned many times in his letters home that he was pragmatic, mature and considerate. In addition, Wang Chonggu believes that with Gao Gong's ability, since he dares to put Gao Pragmatic over, he must have a reason. Therefore, Governor Wang is basically not worried about what will happen now, but he has no reaction in Beijing after Gao Pragmatic returns to Beijing to report on his duties. grasp.
The most forgiving people are Huang Mengyu, the eunuch of Datong, and Ma Fang, the chief soldier of Datong. This Eunuch Huang was promoted by Meng Chong and Meng Zhangyin last year, and it was obviously impossible for him to compete with Gao Gong's disciples and nephews. Eunuch Huang has already made up his mind that the two imperial envoys have the final say in everything. I, Old Huang, just want to make sure that the two imperial envoys follow their lead in everything.
Not to mention Ma Fang, Gao Pragmatic had already sent someone to explain the situation to him before setting off, so Ma Fang knew that the purpose of Gao Shi's visit was to see how bad the ordnance of the Xuan Da border army was, and then Find ways to help them improve and improve their equipment.
Ma Fang's requirements are actually not high, as long as they can refer to the standards of the Southern Army under Qi Jiguang. Speaking of which, Xuanda Second Town is really honest. If they knew that in a few decades, the Ming Dynasty would go to Jiliao in one year. Millions of dollars in wages, weapons and other supplies would be invested, and it was impossible to count all the supplies. I was afraid that people like Lao Ma would be so angry that they would crawl out of their graves and scold their mothers.
Moreover, although Ma Fang sympathized with Qi Jiguang, he also had an unconvinced side. According to the views of Ma Fang and others of the Northern Army, although the annihilation of the Japanese pirates was also a military achievement, the military merit was very high. After all, the Japanese pirates were just "bandits". level, and what is Beilu? Those are the remnants of the Meng Yuan Dynasty, the ones who were invincible in the world! It was the battle of Tumubao that destroyed almost the entire Ming Dynasty Xungui Wuchen Group!
Moreover, your Qi Jiguang's record of annihilating Japanese pirates is so brilliant. When you get to the Northern Army, you don't just annihilate them like you did in the south, right? It can be seen that the remnants of the Meng Yuan Dynasty are obviously at least one level stronger than the Japanese pirates. Not to mention that you, Qi Jiguang, are not facing Tumokawabe, who is the strongest in the North at the moment!
Therefore, in Ma Fang's view, it is completely reasonable for Xuanda's equipment level to be raised to the same level as that of the Southern Army under Qi Jiguang.
After talking politely and briefly talking about the serious matters that could be discussed in person, Wang Chonggu arranged a banquet. Gao pragmatic relied on his young age and excused himself from being tired from the journey, so he avoided the wine and took the first step with others.
The Imperial Envoy's office was arranged by Wang Chonggu, and he commanded the Envoy Si Yamen in Shanxi Province. Anyway, the functions and powers of this Yamen have long been occupied by governors, governors and other Yamen. There has been nothing serious to do for many years, so there is no time. Come out to stay temporarily for the imperial envoy.
However, Gao Pragmatic was not really in a hurry to come to the imperial envoy's camp to rest, he was here to wait for someone.
Before the cup of strong tea was finished, a servant came to report that Huang Mengyu, the eunuch guarding Datong, wanted to see him.
Gao Pingshi breathed a sigh of relief and said to himself that although Meng Chong, the eunuch of the Palm Print, was average in his skills, his ability to judge people was just okay. This Governor Huang seemed mediocre and was easily ignored wherever he went. He looked good, but his eyes were actually good. He knew that he didn't even come to the banquet just now, so there must be something he wanted to know. As expected, he came over immediately. Judging from his speed, he probably slipped out of the banquet in the middle of the banquet.
