According to Gao's pragmatic judgment, Zhang Juzheng must have had a sense of urgency after knowing that Long Qing was seriously ill, because it stands to reason that once Emperor Longqing dies, Gao Gong will be the first to take care of his life. Now that the prince is young, even several years younger than when Sejong came to Beijing as a vassal king, it is impossible for him to take power. As long as Gao Gong does not make big mistakes, the government will be in his hands. At that time, he will be too passive. .
As for what he said during the secret meeting with Feng, since Concubine Li would definitely let Feng Bao take charge of the ceremonial department, as long as Gao Gong dared to touch Feng Bao, Concubine Li would definitely take down Gao Gong. The truth of this statement is correct, but it is First of all, there is an assumption that Gao Gong will touch Feng Bao.
What if the high arch does not move? Then these assumptions are meaningless.
Zhang Juzheng even suspected that if Gao Gong did not move Feng Bao, Feng Bao might have a sense of rebirth in his heart. Not to mention continuing to fight against Gao Gong, the eunuch might even take this opportunity to fall against Gao Gong—— Politicians have no principles in their eyes, only interests.
As long as Gao Gong does not object to Feng Bao being the director of ceremonies, there will be no conflict of interest between Feng Bao and Gao Gong. Anyway, Feng Bao neither dares nor can possibly influence the cabinet. In this way, it is good for you and me. Hello everyone.
The only bad thing is that Zhang Juzheng is the only one left, because he is the only one who can threaten Gao Gong's status.
Gao Jingshi felt that the sense of urgency in Zhang Juzheng's heart should reach its peak after he saw Emperor Longqing holding Gao Gong's hand and whispering for a long time as soon as he woke up.
After that, unless Zhang Juzheng directly admitted his defeat and asked for an official position, he had no way out.
Therefore, Gao Pragmatic felt that all he had to do next was wait for Zhang Juzheng to make a move.
But maybe Zhang Juzheng also needed time to arrange things. For three consecutive days, Zhang Dang didn't make any move. On the fourth day, something good happened that Gao Pragmatic had been waiting for for a long time.
On the 11th day of March in the sixth year of Longqing, Wang Zongmu, the governor-general and censor of the water transport capital, said: "The national plan depends on the water transport, which is like the blood of the human body. If the blood vessels are connected, the person will be healthy, and if the water transport is good, the national economy will be sufficient. I have been in charge of river transport for hundreds and sixty years." (Several, almost), the law has been improved, and there is no stagnation. There have been many troubles recently, and the Yellow River is overflowing, and there are many dangers of drifting. Therefore, Ke Chen reconsidered the shipping..."
"...it is thought that when the river enters the lock, it will be difficult for two boats to merge and cannot be moved quickly. The fish are going backwards. If one boat breaks down, dozens of boats will be damaged in succession. They are all lost at the same time and cannot be avoided. If a man shouts, all the oars will stop here. The example of the spine and throat is a worry that our ancestor Qiu Jun was worried about and cannot be dismissed. If we lead peace and harmony in the country and lead the river and cooperate with the sea, we will have no worries at all. Therefore, the capital Yan is receiving the sea, and I still follow it with my left arm. Take things from under your side."
"...Therefore, the great talent of Han Dynasty is still on the verge of a decisive battle; Wang Anshi is wise and knowledgeable, and he is particular about the opening. The river is in trouble, and it is like this today! And about last year's rafting, did any of the ministers change their color after hearing about it? Since the husband failed in the river and cannot adapt to the sea, how can the plan be solved? Therefore, when a rich man builds a house, he must open the side door to prevent the central hall from closing, so he can enter from the side. This is the so-called emergency situation before the day. The storm depends on the number of days, minister How can we go against it? It will inevitably avoid the situation and make it unhappy, and it will not be enough to prevent the big plan. Only the sage can choose, and the seven things will happen in Shanghai..."
"The first is to transport rice. Now that sea transportation is underway, it is appropriate to allocate a quota of grain for collection. In the sixth year of Longqing, there is already a shortage of ships. After sufficient grain and rice are ready for shipment, please transfer the grain to the second government of Huai'an and Yangzhou and correct the grain quota. One hundred thousand one hundred and fifty stones were sent to the sea, and all the states and counties were ordered to collect and exchange them at nearby water points. In case of disasters and damage, Fengyang would be allocated enough grain and rice.
Second, discuss shipping materials. It is said that more than 200,000 yuan can be transported by water, and a total of 436 boats will be used. The wood on the Huaihe River is expensive and cannot be determined. It is best to send factories in Yizhi, Huguang to build it. The total cost of materials is 118,400 One hundred taels are strange. The price of river boat materials at the No. 3 Xiajiang Factory in Zhejiang is about to be clarified, and this year's reduction in grain savings in Huguang, Zhejiang, and the use of silver by Banjiang and others in Henan are not enough to offset the two taels of silver from the mortgage and patrol salt Yamen fines and redemptions.
Third, discuss the officers and soldiers. He said that when he started transporting grain, he should dispatch fourteen guards including Huai Da Tai Wen and order the troops to lead the ship. According to the old rules of Zheyang, each ship would be equipped with twelve troops, and nine of them would go to transport the grain. Sailors, set up a maritime transport to be under the general command. The officials who led the gang went to the coastal guard to select supplies, and the necessary supplies were collected and purchased by the river canal to free the army of grain and silver buckles.
Fourth, discuss prevention. When the grain boat enters and exits the sea, it is advisable to order the patrol officer and other officials to send small boats from Tudao to prepare ambushes to prevent thieves.
Fifth, discuss peeling. It is said that when the grain boat arrives at Haikou, Tianjin, the water is shallow and the boat is glued. It must be transferred to the dam in a peeling boat. For every hundred shi of grain, the water will be paid with two liang and nine qian. It was only a small amount of silver, and the officials were appointed to carry it out by land in advance, and the various grain supervisors received and used it. I heard that there is a newly built port in Tianjin with complete facilities, and you can also borrow it and berth there.
Sixth, discuss returning the goods. It is said that sea transport is risky, but it is different from river transport. When the flag army returns to the south after finishing its food supply, each ship is allowed to bring eighty loads of private goods, and is given tax exemption as a sign of preferential treatment.
Seventh, the worship ceremony. It is said that the mountains, rivers and rivers are ruined, and the sacrificial rituals are carried out. The people who are afraid of the sea today are dragons and wind ears. It is advisable to hold temples for worship in order to honor the gods. "
If you go in sparsely, it can be partially covered.
When he entered the cabinet again, Gao Gong personally drew up the vote. The vote said: "The capital of our country is Yan. In the north there is a village named Wulu who serves as the city, and in the south there is the sea as a pond. The golden soup is solid and created by heaven and earth. It will benefit the saints and descendants of the saints for thousands of years. Therefore. It is better to transport it by sea to make up for the shortage of rivers and canals.”
In the afternoon, Ping Hong issued: "It will be carried out according to the plan, and Lei Yuan will supervise the execution."
Gao Pragmatic, who had been waiting at the cabinet since lunch, directly took the original text of the letter, the draft and the copy of Zhu's approval to the prince to observe the government. At the same time, he was greatly relieved - in the past few months, he had already He spent more than 200,000 taels of silver at Tianjin Port. The construction of the port was in full swing, and most of the personnel were recruited according to his plan. If the shipping matter could not be completed, he would really lose a lot of money.
Fortunately, although Cao Zong Wang Zongmu was a disciple of Xinxue, but under the pressure of years of inaccessible water transportation, he was worried about his black hat, and finally listened to Gao Pragmatic's instigation to open sea transportation, and the most important thing is that he is still in Shuwen. Tianjin Port was directly designated - "I heard that Tianjin has a newly built port with complete facilities and can also be borrowed to berth."
As for whether there was anything fishy in it, Gao Yude said he didn't know anything.
After this important matter was settled, Gao Pragmatic became even busier. He sent three orders to the Tianjin Port, asking Shuai Jiamo and others to work hard and ensure that this year's grain ships were docked, unloaded, etc. When things are done well, there can be no mistakes.
As for the private cargo that the sea-carrying ships need to bring on their return journey, Gao Pragmatic also asked the Tianjin Port to prepare in advance so that these grain transport teams can complete all purchases without leaving the port.
In a word, high pragmatism should make these people clearly feel that Tianjin Port is convenient, fast, safe and cheap!
After all, if southern businessmen want to come to the north, they are the best promoters of Tianjin Port.
Just as Gao Jingshi finished his work, Zhang Juzheng finally completed the arrangement and took action against Gao Gong.
