The spring day in the capital was warm and warm. The emperor changed into his regular clothes and left the palace to live leisurely in the Meifu manor outside the capital.
After all, there are many rules in the palace. Even the emperor cannot act randomly sometimes. After all, the purpose of setting so many rules is to maintain his authority.
So I feel more comfortable outside.
There are divine warriors in brocade uniforms everywhere around the manor, so there is no need to worry about safety issues.
An express delivery from Ningbo Port quickly arrived in Beijing, which touched the emperor's mind.
On the bank of the lake where Yangliu Yiyi was sitting, the emperor and his three pavilion elders said: "Wu Wending came to report that there was an unexpected gain from the conquest of Japan. Originally, our monarchs and ministers thought that it was a miserable place overseas, and we didn't want others to sit on the silver veins. It's really exciting." Eyesight."
The emperor gave the three of them a place to sit, and a table next to it, with tea on the table.
With such a monarch and his ministers, it was a peaceful scene.
Yang Tinghe said: "Your Majesty, the Ming Dynasty is a kingdom of heaven, and Japan is just a small country. Now that it has sent troops to occupy it, it will not be heard."
Zhu Houzhao held the paper fan in his hand and tapped his forehead bit by bit.
Wang Hao also felt that this was the case, and it was definitely not a country of etiquette to act like this.
Originally he thought the emperor was hesitant but listened.
But Yang Tinghe added: "You have to think of a reasonable reason."
"How about in the name of punishment?" Zhu Houzhao now thought of getting angry, "Japan has a disobedient heart, and there are many evil things at the same time. The purpose of the imperial court sending a large army to conquer was to impose punishment."
Zhang Cong said: "Since they know that the king is angry, if they are sensible, they should take the initiative to offer it."
"That's the truth."
Wang Hao felt sweat dripping down his back, "Your Majesty, please be careful."
Zhu Houzhao laughed softly. In fact, finding a reason still needs to be done. Why do you have to make yourself look like a devil? Even though U.S. imperialism has done all the bad things, it still flaunts its freedom and democracy every day. The key is that some people still believe it.
"Be cautious, of course be cautious. Don't look for excuses for not being cautious, and how can I do things like killing people and stealing goods? However, as the emperor of tomorrow, I still have to plan some things in advance. Japan has a disobedient heart. , there will definitely be disloyalty in the future, such a country with evil intentions, do you want to give away this gold and silver mountain to him? Mr. Wang Ge, we can't sow troubles for future generations, otherwise the descendants will blame us ancestors for being stupid. of."
Wang Hao said: "The Ming Dynasty has thousands of miles of mountains and rivers, and Japan is a small country with few people. The old officials never believe that he has the power to rebel."
"You can go talk about these debates, I will not participate." Zhu Houzhao shook his fan. He also knew that Wang Hao just wanted to say a few words, but in fact he would not firmly oppose it to the end. "Wu Wending brought money to the court. , this is always a good thing. Marquis Jinglu has ordered his troops to go south, and they have gone all the way. There is no reason to ask them to turn back immediately, so I just allocated him three hundred thousand taels of silver, so as not to transport it from the capital again. "
A few days ago, Zhou Shangwen was ordered to go to Jiangnan.
Logically speaking, since Wu Wending has reported success, his reason for preventing Japanese pirates from causing trouble is no longer valid.
But when this happened in the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Houzhao could really continue to put the army there, instead of just sending it out and calling it back.
At the time of the Tumubao Incident, the orthodox emperor led his troops on an expedition under the inducement of Wang Zhen, and the order was very urgent. After a long march, he finally reached Datong, but suddenly he had to turn back.
What is this for?
Now of course Zhu Houzhao must avoid such old things from the previous dynasty. The army must not be adjusted lightly. If it is adjusted, it must not be moved lightly. Otherwise, it will be like child's play. What's the point of having fun?
"yes."
All three ministers received the decree. Transferring money is quite simple.
Zhu Houzhao was thinking about other thoughts, and then showed a somewhat embarrassed smile, "Mr. Wang Ge, Mr. Yang Ge, Mr. Zhang Ge. Wu Wending made me a windfall. We also checked the accounts a year ago, and now the national treasury There are more than ten thousand taels of silver in it. Wang Shouren came to report a while ago and reported on this year's raid on the northern border. He said that the preparations are basically complete. I... want to fight this battle."
As soon as he said this, let alone Wang Hao, Yang Tinghe immediately shook his head, "Your Majesty, the emperor is Chrysostom. If Chrysostom is opened, how can it be changed? Last year, His Majesty said that he would conquer Japan, so he used the supplies and military supplies that were originally used for the expedition. He turned around and made it clear that even if he does not go on a personal expedition this year, he will still teach Japan a lesson. How good is this year...how good is this year...Your Majesty, this is making things difficult for us."
Zhu Houzhao touched his nose. He did say such a thing last year, so he smiled sheepishly. After all, he was not that shameless.
Wang Hao also raised his beard and said, "Furthermore, His Majesty has repeatedly shown warlike intentions, which also makes the ministers uneasy."
"Alas." Zhu Houzhao sighed, "I have devoted all my efforts to govern the country. Now that I have achieved results in governing the country, of course I have to show my prestige to others. This should make sense, right?"
Wang Hao still tried his best to advise, "Your Majesty, there are still people in the world who are living in poverty, even going hungry and sleeping in the open. If the court has spare power, it can reduce taxes and exempt people from labor. This is the right way to show kindness to the world."
"It's not like I haven't considered this matter." Zhu Houzhao was ready to do the next best thing, "Of course my thoughts are still for the people of the world. Regarding the matter of labor, Shandong, Yingtian and other provinces have gradually changed to paid labor, and the people They should benefit from this. Including the labor requisitioned for the war, now it is not free, but paid. The common people have money to take, and the people's strength will not be exhausted. As for tax exemptions... There are some poor places, and the cabinet will report it. , I will approve it."
The three cabinet ministers all heard that the emperor was bargaining.
Yang Tinghe thought about it and finally said: "I hope your majesty will be careful. If these words are spread, I am afraid that the court and the public will make a big noise, which will always be disadvantageous. Furthermore, Wang Bo'an must have thought a lot about the way to use the army. The way of using troops cannot be ignored." . His Majesty had no intention before, and now he goes suddenly. I am not saying that Wang Boan will definitely lose the battle, but he will definitely be affected by being caught off guard. This kind of thing is no child's play. "
When Zhu Houzhao heard this, he couldn't help but stop a little. This is the reason why he can't be "willful". He is rational, can speak some truth, and puts his own selfish desires second and the great cause of the country and the country first.
Yang Tinghe made a lot of sense. Wang Shouren was completely unprepared. He was the emperor and he was going to go suddenly again. Everyone would be caught off guard.
This kind of stubbornness is not the same as the orthodoxy back then.
Zhu Houzhao was a little helpless, but he actually thought about it in his heart. After struggling, he finally said: "Then we can't not fight at all this year, right?"
As soon as his words came out, the ministers felt relieved. It seemed that the emperor was not too 'willful'.
Wang Hao didn't know whether to laugh or cry, "The Zhengde Dynasty was indeed a powerful country. Looking through the seventeen histories, it is difficult to find anyone as generous as your Majesty. Your Majesty, there will not be no battles this year. The court is not trying to solve the problem of chieftains." ?”
"That doesn't count. Tusi is a long-term skill. Maybe there will be some small battles every year."
"There is also Yang Yingning, and there is Ye Erqiang." Zhang Cong, who had not spoken for a long time, said.
This will also look like something.
"It's done." Zhu Houzhao was a little irritated, "Okay, okay, then you can go about your business. I will endure it for another year this year. Zhang Cong, how is the training of your people? When can they be sent out?"
Zhang Cong stood up and held his hands, "It will be almost a month later."
"You have to make arrangements."
Zhang Cong could feel the emperor's eyes burning, which was actually much more important than whether to fight or not.
"Wei Chen understands."
(End of chapter)
