Do they want the position of governor of Liaodong? After listening to Zhang Siwei's words, Gao Pingshi asked in surprise: "Is there any Wen Shuai worthy of mentioning under the Xinxue sect?" "
Wenshuai means a scholar who serves as a general, that is, a governor or governor who can command troops. Until now, except for Wang Shouren himself, there are no Wenshuai from the Xinxue school who are particularly worthy of mention so far, and the few Wenshuai who can fight are not pure Xinxue.
For example, although Liang Menglong was a disciple of Zhang Juzheng, and Zhang Juzheng was a disciple of Xu Jie, Zhang Juzheng's own political philosophy could not be said to be "Xinxue". When Liang Menglong arrived, he became even more alienated from Xinxue, and now he has simply "jumped" to Gao Dang's job. Come to the real school camp.
In fact, the division between "mental learning" and "practical learning" in the Ming Dynasty's political circles has changed a lot from ten years ago. It is no longer just based on the teacher-student relationship and the region of origin, but has begun to be divided based on political philosophy.
If I have to put it simply, it is probably that the Xin School insists on "morality first", while the Practical School insists on "effectiveness first"; the Xin School insists that "governing a country depends on people, and governing people depends on virtue", while the Practical School insists that "governing a country depends on law, and governing people depends on virtue". And the law changes with time.”
Seriously speaking, although Xinxue has the positive significance of opposing the idols of saints and sages and destroying the authority of classics, it preaches that "there is nothing outside the heart, nothing outside the heart, no reason outside the heart, and no righteousness outside the heart" [Note: From Wang Shouren's "and Wang Chunfu" Book". ]'s "Four Nothings" eventually turned into an empty and empty style of study that dominated the entire academic world, and then became an official style and social custom.
The "Four Nothings Theory" does not advocate people to understand and transform society, but leads people to the astray path of escaping reality and breaking away from practice, which opened the door for people to engage in nihilism in the later Xinxue tradition. These scholars from the royal sect advocated "ready-made conscience" and "taking non-thought as the sect", and advocated meditation, quietness and few desires, which made the philosophy of mind increasingly fall into the desperate situation of emptiness and simplicity.
Even if this kind of academic style that abandons facts and talks appears in a prosperous era, it will lead to serious consequences, not to mention that it spread in the late Ming Dynasty when various crises led to "complications". The crisis is getting worse.
The real school competes with it. In fact, Gao Gong had studied Yangming's Xinxue when he was a teenager. However, after he entered the official career, he witnessed the idleness of scholars and political corruption, and gradually realized the faults of Xinxue.
Therefore, he repeatedly proposed to get rid of "false stereotypes", "old stereotypes", "conventional stereotypes", "old stereotypes", "old habits", "false words" and "constrictive theories", especially the "eight evils" in politics. I hate this bad habit and am determined to get rid of it completely.
Under the secret protection of Gao Pragmatic, Gao Gong was able to carry out reforms smoothly, and put forward the reform program of "repairing the internal and external, and having enough food and troops" to "reverse the decadent trend and cultivate pragmatic policies" [Note: from Gao Gong "Government Letter Answer to Chen Yuye Book of the same Year"] reform goals.
He also clearly proposed all pragmatic policies, emphasizing following "real principles," doing "real things," and implementing "real policies," and opposed all superficiality and vanity.
Different from those who are late in Xinxue who only know a lot about governance, the Practical School "established" by Gao Gong has always had a distinct spirit of Practical Learning in its outlook on talents, military, rule of law and financial management, such as paying attention to "Comprehensive verification of names and facts" and "verification of names and facts"; advocating "taking truth as voice" and opposing "taking voice as truth"; striving for "the law must be respected" and "crime must be punished"; advocating for financial management, " People benefit” and so on.
In short, the biggest difference between the Xin School and the Practical School is that the Xin School is still about "talking", while the Practical School is still about "doing".
Because of this difference in governance philosophy, the two sides have different concerns in political struggles. The positions that the Practical School pays more attention to are mainly the Ministry of Personnel, the Ministry of Household Affairs, and the Ministry of War in the center. The Heart School paid special attention to belonging to the Ministry of Rites, and was also very concerned about the Metropolitan Procuratorate.
At the local level, the Pragmatic School pays special attention to the towns in northern Xinjiang and coastal provinces, while the Xinxue School pays more attention to large agricultural provinces, such as Huguang and Jiangxi. Of course, the Real School also wanted to get involved in southern Zhili, Zhejiang and other places, but those places were almost the headquarters of the Xin School. Therefore, after so many years of operation, the Real School only managed to insert a governor, Yingtian.
Having said this, it is clear where Gao Pragmatic's surprise comes from - when did the Xinxue School become interested in the ownership of the post of governor of Liaodong? Can their people do a good job in this position?
Zhang Siwei shook his head: "To tell you the truth, I'm also curious about why they are like this, but you know, Shen Rumo and I can't talk about these things directly. Both sides are playing tricks, and some things can only be guessed. They Why this is so, I have no way of knowing, the only thing that is certain is that in order for them to agree to add Ziyu (Zhang Xueyan) and Junze (Wu Dui) to the cabinet, they must transfer the post of Liao Governor to their people."
Gao Qingshi frowned and said thoughtfully: "Uncle, my nephew has a big layout in Liaodong. If I leave now, what will happen if they disrupt some of the things I arranged?"
"What are the layouts?" Zhang Siwei asked.
This topic is a big one, and Gao Pragmatic can only briefly describe it, and then said: "It's okay for a few generals to pay it back. After all, the Governor of Jiliao is still in our hands, so it shouldn't implicate them. But my plan for the development of Liaodong can be It’s hanging by a thread, let alone the girls’ school that promised Princess Yongning.”
"Don't think about the girls' school. Do you think everyone is Li Zhi? They won't agree even if they are beaten to death." Zhang Siwei said: "But I think the issue of corn and tussah can still be discussed. Tomorrow I can mention this to Shen Rumo again."
When Gao pragmatic heard his uncle's tone, he knew that he was planning to make this deal. After all, it would be a good deal for two ministers to exchange for a governor of Liaodong, right?
He was silent for a while. When Zhang Siwei saw this, he took the initiative to ask: "Although they are leaving Liao Fu, they haven't said they are leaving you. I think Shen Rumo's words are quite meaningful. You're welcome...why don't you ask him what he plans to do in exchange for your resignation?"
Gao Pingshi snorted softly: "What can I get in exchange for ruining my big business? Will he hand over the Nanjing Military Department or the Nanjing Household Department to me?"
The Nanjing Ministry of War is the head of the three giants in Nanjing, so it certainly cannot be left to the next generation of leaders of the pragmatic school, Gao Pragmatic.
As for the Nanjing Ministry of Household Affairs, although this position is not as prominent as the Nanjing Ministry of War, it is actually very important because the Nanjing Ministry of Household Affairs also has real power. One particularly noteworthy point is that it is responsible for tax collection in Nanzhili, Zhejiang, Jiangxi and Huguang, and it is well known that these provinces are all rich provinces.
Last time Zhang Siwei finally found an opportunity to start collecting a small amount of commercial tax in Nanzhili, and there was almost a quarrel within the Xin School. Now let them give up the Nanjing Household Department, especially Gao Pragmatic, that's okay Definitely: impossible.
Of course Zhang Siwei also knew his bottom line, so he smiled bitterly and said: "There is no need to mention these two, let's change it."
Gao Jingshi was a little unhappy. Anyway, the person in front of him was not only the chief minister of the imperial court, but also his uncle. He simply showed his hands and said: "My nephew has not thought about it. How about I give it to you."
"You are already a young prince and a high-ranking official of the second rank, why are you so petty?" Zhang Siwei did not expect Gao Pragmatic to answer like this, and said in a dumbfounded way: "I have an idea... Shen Zhonghua's ability to do things I don’t know if you are reliable or not, but I want you to be the Minister of the Ministry of Finance and help him look after him. I don’t think anyone can do a better job than you in the Ministry of Finance."
Unexpectedly, Gao Pragmatic shook his head and said: "My nephew doesn't want to get involved in the household affairs for the time being, because if my nephew goes to take charge of the household department, what he has to do is too big, and I'm afraid it's not appropriate now. If he has to return to Beijing, My nephew would rather go to the Ministry of War - anyway, my nephew's current job is also in the Ministry of War."
"Go to the Ministry of War?" Zhang Siwei frowned slightly and asked: "The Ministry of War now has four ministers, which one do you want to take charge of specifically?"
Gao pragmatic said calmly: "Go and assist in the military affairs of the capital."
"What?"
As soon as Gao Pingshi said this, Zhang Siwei couldn't help being shocked: "You want to take care of that mess in Jingying?"
"It's precisely because it's a mess that someone has to clean it up." Gao Pingshi said calmly: "Besides, whether it's done sooner or later, it still has to be done, and if I go there, it will be done. If you don’t come down…”
Zhang Siwei's heart moved, and he said secretly: Ah, that's right, all those nobles in the Beijing camp are from the same family as the country, and it will be in vain if anyone else goes, they don't have to give anyone face at all. But Qiu Zhen is different. He is the 'leader' of the Beiyang Maritime Trade Alliance... Could it be that the issues that have not been resolved for more than two hundred years will be resolved in the hands of Qiu Zhen? I don't seek a complete solution. As long as there are 40,000 to 50,000 capable warriors in the "400,000" capital camp, Ming Dynasty's situation will be much better. "
Thinking of this, Zhang Siwei finally made up his mind and nodded: "Well, since you have this intention, I can't refuse you in public or private matters. I will have a good talk with Shen Rumo about this matter when I am on duty tomorrow, and try my best to Set it for you.”
Gao pragmatic originally didn't want to give up the position of Liao Fu, so after hearing this, he didn't get up to say thanks, he just nodded and said: "Uncle, the problems in Jingying are very complicated, and you may need some help, especially from the Ministry of Household Affairs. aspect……"
"Don't worry, I will greet Shen Zhonghua in advance." Zhang Siwei said, and added: "I just hope he will still take it to heart in the future."
Well, what this means is that I don’t know how long I can continue to work as the chief assistant. If Shen Li doesn’t listen to him in the future, I won’t be able to do anything about it.
Gao pragmatic hesitated to speak, opened his mouth, but in the end was too lazy to say more. Let’s talk about the future in the future.
The discussion between the uncle and nephew went smoothly, but unexpectedly, this matter seemed to be controversial among the Xin School. For more than ten days, Shen Shixing still failed to give an answer, which made Zhang Siwei almost break the contract.
Zhang Siwei's anxiety is of course understandable. His old father is seriously ill and is dying. No one knows how long he can survive. This means that he may need Ding You at any time. If this matter cannot be settled earlier, once he passes away, he will still be able to survive. It’s hard to say if it can’t be implemented smoothly.
As a result, by that evening, there was no good news from Shen Shixing, but there was another good news - Huang Zhiting arrived in Beijing.
Gao Jingshi used to be Huang Zhiting's "top", so it was difficult to greet him in person, but he soon received a message from the emperor, asking him to take leave immediately and not to appear at tomorrow's court.
Gao pragmatic knew that this was obviously because Zhu Yijun was afraid of affecting his own reputation - if Gao pragmatic himself was present tomorrow, even if Huang Zhiting proposed a marriage request to the emperor, Gao pragmatically should stand up and object, and the reason must be " No parent’s orders”.
In this way, if Zhu Yijun still insists on forcibly granting marriage, it will appear very unreasonable, and he is forcing Gao Pragmatic to be "unfilial", which is not a good thing for the emperor.
But if Gao Pragmatic himself was not present, things would be much simpler. The emperor could act like he was overjoyed and happy to see the outcome, and agree to the situation.
This is a private matter of a highly pragmatic individual, and it is difficult for outsiders to say anything. Once the emperor speaks, it becomes a "fait accompli" and no one needs to bear any infamy. It means that there are a few talkative people who say that the emperor is messy. It’s just a matter of reading the mandarin duck chart, it’s harmless.
So early the next morning, although Gao Pragmatic got up early, he kept walking around in his study, unable to calm down at all, and kept worrying.
He was not only worried that someone would do something bad, but also worried that Huang Zhiting would be unable to withstand the psychological pressure if she said that she would "grant a marriage" to him in front of so many civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty, etc.
It was almost noon when the servants quickly sent news that the emperor had sent Huang Mengyu, the chief eunuch in charge of rituals, to announce the marriage in person. Gao Pragmatic was deeply relieved.
However, when Huang Mengyu came in person, Gao Pragmatic realized that he still had a "double happiness" today.
After arranging his outfit to receive the imperial edict, Gao pragmatically knelt down respectfully and listened to Huang Mengyu read out the imperial edict. Unexpectedly, as soon as he opened his mouth, Gao Pragmatic discovered that this was not an ordinary "imperial edict", but "Zhi" - "Zhi" is usually only used at the level of imperial edict.
"The emperor is destined to be transported by heaven, and Zhi said:
I only receive the talisman of chastity and honor the treasure calendar, but the celebration of the founding of the ancestral society is the honor of my neighbor Yidai. The virtues and virtues of the classics and curtains are suitable for the gathering of wind and clouds; and the position of joint banquet is the talent of the boat. The family is prosperous, and the praise is great.
Prince Zi'er, Shaobao's Right Minister of the Ministry of War, Du Cha Yuan's Right Deputy Du Yushi, Governor of Liaodong, praised the management of military affairs in a pragmatic and pragmatic manner. When a person acts in an intermediary manner, he must be mindful of his words; when doing business, he acts with sincerity and is not superficial in name. He is dignified and sees the tools of the temple, and his public loyalty is called the minister of the country. Love has been praised in Ci Yuan, and it has been sublimated into lectures.
Gai Xiandi thought of the importance of serving as a minister and carefully selected Ming Confucian scholars so that Chongren could learn the Tao during his years in the East Palace and accompany him for ten years. Be respectful and prudent, and be single-minded. From the supervisor to the Jin palace, this is the way to become a minister in good order. Standing alone with wise opinions is as strong as a mountain; participating in political affairs is as abundant as a river.
I hereby inherit it, you are really strong. After hearing Gu Ming's words, he personally went to Gong Jin's entrustment; in response to the great omen, he agreed to the plan of the Han ancestors. Then Zhi Guqing was appointed as palace protector. Ergong spreads the word, and is waiting to reap the benefits of Yin Liang; one virtue is a plan, and it is urgent to borrow the benefits of discussion and thinking. This is the title of "Huan", which means that we have good relations with each other. Zite served as a doctor in the rank of Er, resigned from the post of governor of Liao Dynasty, and was appointed as Zuo Shilang of the Ministry of War to assist in the military affairs of the Beijing camp. He was appointed by Xi.
Yu Xi! When Yin Desheng was in Gaozong, we should remember Ganpan's legacy; when Tang Jishao was in Qin Mansion, we would rather forget Fang Du's work? He bowed to me and said: Only if you are the first to learn from Yan and then follow him, you can develop the etiquette of respecting the virtuous; if you are loyal, you should not teach, and you will strengthen your enthusiasm for reform. Together we can ensure prosperity and achieve peace forever. Awesome!
He first served as editor of the Hanlin Academy; secondly as censor of the Metropolitan Procuratorate; thirdly as censor of Guangxi patrol; fourthly as Minister of Yuanmasi of Liaodong; fifthly as censor of Youqiandu and governor of Liaodong; sixthly as right minister of the Ministry of War; seventhly The right deputy censor of the Metropolitan Procuratorate; he has held this position for the eighth time.
Zhi said: When ministers serve the emperor, they must have good internal support, and then they can devote themselves to the country; when the emperor serves the ministers, they must have honorable etiquette, and then they can give advice and advice at home. He is a talented person in Wei Shu Guan, who has long been a boudoir. Yuanjing Shuyi expresses special praise.
The crown prince, Shaobao, the left minister of the Ministry of War, assisted in the military affairs of the capital, and was pragmatic. His wife was granted the title of Shuren, the Huang family. She came from a well-known family and was concubine to Yuan Zhe. Fengxian precedes filial piety, which is beneficial to Zongyi; catching Duo En, it is suitable for the family. Only if I have a prime minister, I can use my left and right to assist Bi; I can use you to defeat the virtuous and do my best to praise Xiang Xiang all the time. Carrying the good name, the birth was announced to the Ming court, and he was specially granted the title of second-class wife. Only by receiving Zhan's kindness, he helped Zhang Ming's internal governance; he also cultivated the rules and regulations, and still inspired future generations.
Great-grandfather Gao Kui
Ancestor Gao Shangxian
Father Gao Cai
make imperial edict
May 29th, 11th year of Wanli calendar
"treasure"
The above edict is actually divided into two parts: husband and wife. Its content is simply as follows: After a round of fierce praise, Gao Jingshi was reassigned as the left minister of the Ministry of War and the Prime Minister of Beijing Ying Rongzheng; after another round of fierce praise, Huang Zhiting resigned from her husband Gao Jingshi. She was given the title of Second Grade Imperial Lady. Although the wedding was not held, according to the golden words, they were already husband and wife, and they were directly married.
Gao Jingshi took a deep breath and said loudly: "My minister, Gao Jingshi, accepts the decree and expresses gratitude. Long live my emperor, long live, long live."
