The news of the "small defeat" of the Great Feng Shui Division at the Fusang Kingdom spread like wildfire, and was quickly stirred up.
A small defeat is also a defeat, and it brings no glory to one's face.
Fortunately, Mobei had regained a victory, otherwise, it would have been even more humiliating in a foreign war.
"Victory and defeat are common matters for military strategists, so why worry about temporary gains and losses?"
"Your Majesty clearly shows you!"
The emperor tried his best to smooth over the matter, but there was one person who wouldn't let go.
This person is none other than Yin Jun, the imperial censor of Zuodu of the Metropolitan Procuratorate.
He believed that foreign war represented national integrity, so how could he not care about it? Anyone can accept defeat, but not Fuso Kingdom!
Humph, the bright moon cannot hold back the flames of the lamp. How shameless is it to fight a war like this?
What a shame!
The old Minister of the Ministry of War was so scolded that his face turned red, his eyes rolled back in anger, and he almost lost his breath.
However, after he regained his composure, he immediately retorted: "Master Yin, why do you hate Fusang so much? Could it be that you have been humiliated by people from that country?"
This... no matter which pot I don't open, I won't pick it up!
As we all know, Yin Jun had an experience of being hijacked by Japanese pirates before he became an official. Later, his uncle paid money to redeem him, and then he saved his life.
And this incident was regarded by him as the only stain in his life, and he did not want to mention it until his death. Now, being ridiculed in public by others is like opening up a scar and then spreading salt on it. It would be unbearable for anyone else.
Yin Jun was so angry that he directly set up the impeachment cannon and prepared to go crazy.
"It's not terrible to be defeated by Fusang. What's terrible is that your Ministry of War not only refuses to reflect, but remains as arrogant as Yelang before. If you don't want to repent, you will definitely repeat the same mistakes in the future and lose again and again!"
"Master Yin, how can you enhance the ambition of others and destroy your own prestige?"
"Awe and prestige? Do you think we still have any prestige to speak of now?"
"you……"
The Secretary of the Ministry of War was embarrassed by his refutation, and he hesitated and felt very embarrassed.
He forced himself to calm down and asked rhetorically: "Master Yin, you reflect when you open your mouth and reflect when you don't. Then let me ask you, what do you think we did wrong?"
Yin Jun said without hesitation: "Yin believes that the fundamental reason why we lost to Fusang was due to wrong decision-making!"
What? Wrong decision?
As soon as these words came out, everyone was stunned. Not only the ministers, but even the emperor on the jade steps couldn't help but tremble.
Yin Jun, however, ignored the strange looks from others and continued to fire on his own: "Facts have proven that foreigners' firearms are not as powerful as imagined and have no advantage on the battlefield. In other words, The money we spent on purchasing it was wasted."
Although it is an old matter brought up again, it is well-founded and irrefutable.
The important thing is that now that the results have been revealed, trying to cover up the results will make it appear obvious.
Yin Junhuan looked at it for a few times and continued: "Why don't those people who admonished this matter say anything now? Could it be that you got some benefit from it, and then you ignored your ancestors and spoke for the foreigners?"
These words...
It’s not that unpleasant!
Especially his statement about forgetting his ancestors caused him to be attacked by several officials who seemed to have had their tail stepped on.
Buzz!
In an instant, the court hall turned into a huge stew like oden.
"cough!!"
Suddenly, the emperor opened his eyes and knocked on the holy case to signal for everyone to be quiet.
After everyone was stunned for a few breaths, they cooperated and closed their mouths.
"It is said that victory or defeat is a common matter for military strategists..."
"How can we deny everything because of a small setback?"
The emperor did not point out who was right and wrong, but just followed him to make a mess. He was not like a good old man, but more like a good old man.
He did not choose the vote, but he appointed it. In terms of responsibility, he should be the one with the greatest responsibility.
In this case, why bother to slap yourself in the face? Trying to weaken this matter is the best way to deal with it.
Finally, under the emperor's deliberate guidance, the tense smell of gunpowder was finally calmed down.
However, the question of whether foreign firearms are good or not has finally been formally raised, which is better than hiding it before.
Regarding this, Yin Jun still refused to give up and forcibly remonstrated: "Your Majesty, Qi Yu once told me that the development of armaments must rely on the country and must not rely on foreign forces. Otherwise, we will suffer from this on the battlefield in the future. Loss. Therefore, I strongly advise you to urgently order the Ministry of Industry to quickly start the research and development of firearms. This important matter must not be delayed any longer..."
At this time, the emperor was already aware of the problem. Although he didn't say it, he knew it in his heart.
After thinking for a moment, he asked the Secretary of the Ministry of Revenue: "Is there any money in the treasury that can be moved?"
Upon hearing this, the old minister hurriedly put on an air of asking for money rather than his life, and said: "Your Majesty, not only are there a lot of fortifications this year, but we are also attacked by foreign enemies. The money spent is like the Yellow River bursting its banks and flooding the country. . The old minister’s account is indeed immovable..."
Although the old man clearly said that he was crying for poverty, he was also telling the truth.
As the saying goes, a cannon fires a thousand taels of gold. This foreign war directly wiped out the entire year of Dafeng Dynasty.
The emperor sighed after hearing this and replied to Yin Jun: "Finances are tight and it is not appropriate to force it. In my opinion, it is better to postpone this matter for a while longer..."
Common people often say that a good wife cannot make a living without rice. Although this statement is vulgar, it is rich in philosophy and is equally applicable even at the national level.
Therefore, the emperor chose 'not to force'.
Surprisingly, the emperor's cowardly gesture was not "criticized" by the civil service group, but instead attracted unanimous praise.
how do I say this?
Generally speaking, when encountering a large-scale war, the court will usually choose to increase taxes or even impose excessive levies to replenish the depleted national treasury. Looking at today, he has chosen to accumulate slowly and resolutely not to increase the wealth for the people, which is very rare.
If you have the demeanor of a wise king.
…
Speaking of Yin Jun, he was preparing to return home after going to court. Unexpectedly, he met someone who asked to see him on the way.
who?
Qi Yu's cousin Zhou Chunsheng.
"Master Yin, I have something to report to you, and I would like to make a small convenience."
"Easy to say!"
Due to Qi Yu's kindness, Yin Jun had no choice but to stop the sedan chair.
Then, the two of them found a quiet corner and started talking in detail there.
Zhou Chunsheng got straight to the point and said, "Master Yin, do you know that a conspiracy is brewing at the Ministry of Revenue that is detrimental to my cousin?"
Yin Jun asked curiously: "Oh? What's the plot?"
"Is such that……"
According to Zhou Chunsheng, the old guys from the Ministry of Revenue actually had the idea of raising taxes in Qiongzhou. Moreover, this matter has been put on the agenda, and voting will be started within the cabinet in the near future.
The current national treasury is depleting a lot and is in urgent need of large amounts of tax money to replenish it. Therefore, Qiongzhou, which has become rich, has become a feasible way.
They planned to double the 100,000 silver per year promised by Qi Yu and directly ask for 200,000 silver.
What? Temporary price increase?
Yin Jun was startled at first, and then murmured: "These old guys, they don't act according to the rules..." When he came to his senses, he said to Zhou Chunsheng again: "Don't worry, I will handle this matter."
"In that case, thank you very much, Mr. Yin."
"We are our own people, Mr. Zhou, you don't have to be polite!"
After saying goodbye, Yin Jun went straight to Lu Boxuan, the purpose of which was naturally to lobby for this matter.
