In essence, Zhu Houzhao was not someone who was willing to start a war. If he could achieve great national reconciliation through tolerant policies, then he would be willing.
But since Tumubao, although the Ming Dynasty also had a small victory over the Tatars, it generally lost more and won less, and the border areas continued to shrink. During the Chenghua period, it could still control Hetao and Liaodong, and then quickly shrank.
There is a common sense in military and political theory that the weak are not qualified to stand and gain peace.
Only by reminding the Tatars of the military power of the Ming Dynasty a hundred years ago, could others take words like peace on the border seriously.
Moreover, the little Tatar prince is not a mediocre king. He is trying his best to unify Mongolia. Even if he comes to seek peace at this time, he is ambitious and wants to gain power first. He even wants to take over the Central Plains when he has the opportunity.
So he had no choice, and in history Emperor Zhengde also won a battle, otherwise the border situation would be even more severe.
Let him come now, and he will be more thorough. Either there will be peace or they will be killed. Don't spend money on small things, otherwise things won't be done well and the money will be wasted.
Therefore, you must be willing to give up this million.
As soon as the emperor's words came out, the cabinet, military aircraft department, and the six ministries and nine ministers were relatively calm. A smart person would know that this had been decided long ago.
There was a moment of silence in Fengtian Hall.
Zhu Houzhao continued: "Although one million taels may seem like a lot, Ningxia Town will purchase an additional 20,000 war horses this year, and each horse will cost twenty taels of silver. This alone will cost 400,000 silver! More importantly, Yes, I heard that after the silver comes out of my place and is passed through a few hands, it would be good to have half of it that is actually used for multiple sets."
This was said softly, but in fact it contained murderous intent, and all the ministers from top to bottom knelt down.
"I, did I say something wrong?"
The emperor's question actually represented an affirmation.
In fact, the so-called administrative costs usually include these. It seems that the country has a lot of money, but in fact, after layer upon layer of exploitation, the number that is really used for the key points is far less than that number.
Yang Yiqing spoke up, "The so-called porridge and rice are hard-earned, and the material resources are difficult. The imperial court's taxes and taxes are all people's fat and oil. Your Majesty, the three northwest ministers have come down. If there is greed for black and silver, there will be discovery. , No matter how close or distant you are, I will never give you mercy!"
Zhu Houzhao felt angry and helpless about the corruption of officialdom. But that doesn't mean he will admit it that way. Because the more you recognize it, the more serious it becomes.
"The cabinet, after the great meeting, will issue decrees to the officials of the world. At this great meeting, the imperial court will discuss important matters concerning the country and the people, and the money allocated is also related to whether the national policy of the imperial court can be implemented smoothly. I don't care about the daily life. Officials and subordinates in various places are corrupt, but those who dare to touch the imperial court's money will not be spared lightly!"
"I also know that when so much money comes out, everyone is jealous, and even the nobles are eyeing this money. Today, our monarch and ministers will make it clear here, no matter who it is! No one is allowed to reach out to this money in private. Satisfy your own greed. The same goes for the ceremonial supervisor, Liu Jin, you have to take care of your own people!"
The emperor spoke extremely harshly.
Liu Jin's heart trembled, and she knelt down and said, "I will obey your Majesty's will. The people in the palace are not that courageous."
"But they are greedy!" Zhu Houzhao showed no mercy, "I will treat this matter equally regardless of whether it is an internal minister or a foreign minister. Yang Aiqing,"
"I'm here!"
"In the northwest, I give money to people and horses, and the heavy responsibility of retrieval is also on your shoulders. I will directly hand over this million taels of silver to your hands. You must take good care of it. If things fail, you You told me that the money was misappropriated, but I don’t recognize the truth. Do you understand?"
"Please rest assured, your majesty, I understand the importance. I think that the Ming Dynasty, from the royal family to the common people, will all know your majesty's ambition to rejuvenate the world. No unfilial person will come here to open his mouth."
Zhu Houzhao did not believe this verbal assurance.
"Where is the censor of the left deputy capital?"
"Return to Your Majesty, I am here!"
This is an old minister who is as hard as a rock. There are many people in this world who seek fame and reputation, but Zhang Maozhi is still honest and honest.
Zhu Houzhao was sometimes curious and would find a few Jinyi guards and tell them to see how the old man was living.
It turned out that this person was indeed an upright official. After all, there were rumors of using tributes to entertain guests before his promotion. For such people, Zhu Houzhao sometimes had headaches and was reluctant to kill, no, killing would be annoying.
For example, if he pursues the birth of a prince, he will have to report it even if he dies.
But sometimes it works wonders.
"In the seventeenth year of Hongzhi, I ordered the establishment of a Shaofu. You went to Zhejiang with the Ministry of Household Affairs to supervise, and the results were very good. I want to appoint you again this time to supervise whether the whereabouts of one million taels of silver are legal. Do you dare to accept it?"
Wow.
The old man Zhang Mao raised his official robes with a rattling sound, as if he was in a spiritual climax, "I read the book of the sages, and what I did is the Ming Dynasty! Your Majesty has entrusted you with a heavy responsibility, and I only died!"
In fact, Zhang Mao was particularly motivated to do this. Firstly, it was in line with his values, and secondly, it was actually an honor.
Everyone wants something. He doesn’t want wealth or power. What he cares about is his reputation.
The emperor is a wise king, and a wise king uses him to prevent others from getting involved. How will the history books record him?
So Zhang Mao doesn't care how people in the world slander him, he has won the reputation of all generations!
"In this case, I intend to temporarily deploy personnel from the Metropolitan Procuratorate and Jinyiwei to implement an inspection system. I will ignore the rest for the time being, which is related to the national policy. I just want to see if anyone has eaten the Xiong Xin Leopard. How dare you reach out here!"
This is Emperor Zhengde.
All the people in Fengtian Hall were old people who had experienced the Hongzhi Dynasty.
Everyone knows the character of Emperor Hongzhi. Now, times have really changed.
Making temporary new arrangements with such a tone, such a tone, and even a little willful temper... In fact, it is a bit immature to a certain extent.
But they were also people who knew the emperor.
When does an emperor act immaturely?
I'm afraid, emotions are also part of the skill, which is to show everyone that a rational emperor showed a lot of irrationality in this matter.
in other words,
It really cuts off the head,
And don't blame me when I cut your head off,
Because I have told you that labor and management are angry.
Jin Yiwei Mou Bin, Mao Yuwen, and Han Ziren also came.
At this time, Min Gui, Minister of the Ministry of Punishment, also said, "Your Majesty, since we are partners, do we need the Ministry of Punishment and Dali Temple to also act together?"
"No need." Zhu Houzhao seemed to refuse without thinking, "I helped the Ministry of Punishment and Dali Temple make the judgment. If anyone reaches out this hand, it will be a death penalty. In short, I have made it clear and clear. If anyone Don’t give me face, and when your plea is inaccurate, don’t say that I don’t give you face.”
Unexpectedly, such a thing came up at the end of the complex issue, and many people did not expect it.
So much so that how to implement military settlements in the Hetao area after the reintegration has been ignored to a certain extent. After all, it is only one million taels, and according to the usual practice, you can get some...
Regardless of the outcome, the court announced that the first day of the meeting was very smooth and successful. The ministers expressed their opinions, and the emperor listened patiently and chose the best. Everything was peaceful.
After the dynasty was over, officials from various ministries did not want to go home, but gathered together again.
Not to mention others, even Yang Shangyi, Zhou Shangwen and others who were related to Fu Tao gathered in Yang Mansion. The emperor appropriated the silver, but did not say how to use or distribute the silver. Therefore, the specific implementation is actually in the hands of Yang Yiqing.
This has always been the emperor's habit. He sets the direction and executes it. As long as you get it done without causing a big mess, you can receive the reward in the Qianqing Palace. This actually places very high demands on officials who directly take orders from the emperor.
Just like Wang Hao who went to Fujian, Yang Yiqing also had a heavy burden on his shoulders.
Therefore, at night, people in the Yang Mansion were coming and going, and the lights were brightly lit. No officials related to Fu Tao could go to Goulan early to listen to music, and no one could go home and sleep peacefully.
There was only Zhang Mao, who was invited by Yang Yiqing, and the others came by themselves.
"...There are two things I need to do first. The first is to suppress traps. The imperial court has established a strategy to suppress traps in the spring. Then I will actively organize troops to attack after returning to the northwest. Yang and Zhou are both For a general who has fought hundreds of battles, this matter is not a problem. But when the army sets off, it needs military pay and dry food."
When Yang Yiqing spoke, he turned to Zhang Mao, who was sitting on his left.
The old man's expression was stiff, and he stroked his beard and said, "Mr. Yang Ge has a heavy responsibility, and he can spend his money as money. I only need to see the accounts."
"good."
"Where are the two generals?"
Yang Shangyi and Zhou Shangwen both replied: "It is obligatory."
Of course, although Yang Shangyi is the commander-in-chief of Ningxia, he does not have the strong army in Zhou Shangwen's hands. It's just that how to suppress the trap is a matter of specific strategy. We can just discuss it in the military camp.
"The second thing is the war horses." Yang Yiqing turned to the Prince of Taipu Temple and reported, "In the first year of Zhengde, the court wants to increase the number of cavalry by 10,000. The number of officials and herdsmen is limited. I know that, but even if you exchange tea for horses, please still invite Taipu Temple will send the war horses to Ningxia as soon as possible, and the silver needed for them will also be spent from the funds allocated by the imperial court."
Without horses, everything is just talk. Anyway, he has money now and is not afraid.
"Please rest assured, Mr. Ge, most of the Hui'an Garden will be restored this year. In addition to the Anding Garden, the war horses raised in the two upper gardens will all be in the northwest."
"Thank you."
Although Yang Yiqing was under great pressure, he actually felt refreshed, because at least there were not so many strange people and chaotic things in the court.
In the current situation, even if someone has some selfish motives, they would definitely not dare to hinder him. The emperor supports him, which is the biggest help. As for people who are scheming in secret, Yang Yiqing has been in the officialdom for thirty years, and he still encounters too few people?
When it comes to specific implementation, the details can be discussed at a macro level. But no matter how long it takes, Zhu Houzhao's mission as emperor has been completed.
At this time, he had already appeared in the Yongshou Palace. After tasting the taste that day, it was always unforgettable, especially at night when the picture flashed in his mind.
This is an extremely joyful experience, and it is unique in the romantic field - it still feels different if I really have a harem.
The most important thing is that he always has a knot in his heart.
So I plan to look for opportunities to fight again after adjusting my condition today.
After getting rid of the first shock, his performance is much better today, otherwise he would have to call a doctor.
The Mei sisters did not understand the psychology of the men involved, and felt that the emperor gradually fell in love with them, so they were more willing to spend more time. It was only because they were weak and weak.
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Zhu Houzhao felt relieved when he heard the heavy breathing.
Because he has good physical strength and exercises regularly after all, he still cannot hide his abilities after passing the novice level. However, the two girls were raised in a boudoir and never mastered the rough and heavy work, so naturally they couldn't stand it.
Zhu Houzhao turned his head to look, and saw that Huaiyan's white forehead was dripping with sweat, and her black silk hair was close to her skin because of the water. Her lips were slightly open, and she was breathing heavily. It's a beautiful line.
"Huaiyan, you have to go wash up."
The little girl was also obedient. After hearing this, she wanted to get up before she had rested. Fortunately, the emperor pulled her and said, "Let's rest first."
"Thank you, Your Majesty, you have mercy on me."
Huaixiao also hid in her arms. She looked at her sister's expression with a little extra thought. After two times, she felt that the emperor might like her sister more.
Huaiyan is soft and waxy, and listens to whatever is said, which is probably not like her.
But then I thought again, Huaiyan listened to the emperor's words, and he also listened to hers, and the two of them were biological sisters.
In fact, her guess was correct, but she had just met them, and to the emperor Zhu Houzhao, they were quite obedient. As for their personalities, the time was still short and she couldn't tell. The main reason was actually that the younger sister had longer legs.
On the second day,
Zhu Houzhao, who had solved his knot and showed his majesty, was in great spirits.
According to the previously decided topic, what we want to talk about today is river engineering, that is, the construction of water conservancy projects.
For him, he is not professional at all in building water conservancy projects. The only thing he needs to decide is how much money he is prepared to allocate. In addition, the money from the Ministry of Revenue will definitely only be enough to repair the river in one place, so he needs to decide where.
Such a structure is indeed not difficult for the emperor, but privately the governors from various places are very passionate about it. After all, the complex scheme has nothing to do with many people, but the river workers are different.
Wang Hao of Zhejiang wanted it. It was true that he was the emperor's master, but when it came to money, others wouldn't just give up.
And Shandong Liu Jian is not lagging behind either. The emperor is still promoting him now.
In addition, Fei Hongqing from Sichuan was famous far and wide, and he was said to be a minister in the heart of the emperor. The reputation of the land of abundance could also make the court's money well spent. The rest, such as Yingtian Mansion and He Jian, were the accompanying capitals, and the Xiaoling Mausoleum of the Ming Dynasty was still there. Ni Yuanqi, the governor of Henan, felt that the Yellow River's troubles were of great importance. The imperial court discussed river construction but did not build the Yellow River. This has not been true since ancient times.
But the river work payment is always just that amount, and this can be argued for.
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