Emperor Ming Dynasty

Chapter 156
When the city of Beijing was in turmoil and restlessness, the scorched Nanjing was still prosperous, but the undercurrent never stopped surging.

However, Shi Kefa went to Yangzhou to supervise the teachers, and Ma Shiying held great power in the cabinet.

However, in this way, everything is not going well for him.

For example, he wanted to revive his friend Ruan Dacheng, but was rejected by Shi Kefa.

Cheng Yibo Liu Kongzhao (a descendant of Liu Ji) recommended him, but was cut off by Shi Kefa directly with the statement that "the former emperor has decided against the case, so there is no need to say it again".

Ruan Dacheng was not ordinary. At that time, Ma Shiying supported King Fu, and on the honorable side, Liu Kongzhao, the sincerity uncle, was his contact.

And Ma Shiying was the governor of Fenglu back then, and it was also his efforts.

In order to repay Ruan Dacheng, to better control the Nanjing court, and to exclude Donglin party members, Ma Shiying tried every means to get Ruan Dacheng out of the mountain.

"Qian Butang, Ruan Dacheng was framed as an eunuch, so that a powerful minister was exiled in the rivers and lakes. Isn't it a pity for the court?"

Ma Shiying and Qian Qianyi talked face to face, and their tone was quite kind.

Qian Qianyi is an old man, and when he heard this, he immediately understood that due to the resistance of the Donglin Party, the Prime Minister wanted him to be a breakthrough.

He wanted to refute, but Ma Shiying's position as chief assistant was too intimidating, Qian Qianyi hesitated.

"Ruan Yuanhai (number) is really a great talent, and the imperial court is responsible for it, but this is the edict of the former emperor, and I am afraid it is not appropriate."

"The first emperor was deceived by others, can he cover it up with a single word?"

Ma Shiying shook his head, and said earnestly: "It's a pity that Ruan Dacheng is talented. I don't need to be kissed to be a virtuous person. I'm quite worried."

"The imperial court is newly established, but only half of the country, and the north is full of thieves. If you don't appoint talented people, how can you return to the Central Plains? Return to the old capital?"

"Or, Qian Butang, don't take my recommendation seriously?"

These words became more serious, and Qian Qianyi's bones trembled immediately. Holding back, he raised his head and puffed his chest out:
"What the chief assistant said is very true. Ruan Dacheng is indeed a good talent, and he should be used as an exception."

"Hahaha, it's rare that the department hall has the same thoughts as me. It's really gratifying."

Ma Shiying nodded in satisfaction, and admired Qian Qianyi's understanding: "Well, I will wait for your good news."

"Ah?" Qian Qianyi was taken aback for a moment, co-authoring, is this asking me to write a letter for recommendation?

"how?"

"I'm so happy!" Qian Qianyi nodded hurriedly, flatteringly said: "It's our duty to promote the virtuous for the country."

"That's good!" Ma Shiying patted his shoulder and said nonchalantly: "In the future, you will be really grateful."

Qian Qian left angrily, full of bad luck in his heart.

It would be a great harm to him, the leader of Donglin, to recommend the eunuch party.

"Master, what's wrong?"

Liu Rushi saw him blowing his beard and staring back, Pingting came over to comfort him gracefully.

Qian Qianyi waved his hand and fell into deep thought.

The next day, the court meeting was held again.

"Your Majesty, it is a serious crime for the king of Hanyang to march westward without an edict to invade Sichuan from the west, and to deploy his troops rashly. I hope the court will punish it."

As soon as these words came out, the atmosphere in the hall froze instantly.

Even Qian Qianyi couldn't help cursing inwardly, where did this stunner come from.

Emperor Hongguang was stunned: "Shoufu, is there such a thing?"

Ma Shiying hurriedly cupped his hands and said: "Report to Your Majesty, but there is this matter."

"However, this is the invitation of Chen Shiqi, governor of Sichuan. The invasion of Sichuan by western thieves is at stake, so we can only acquiesce in this way."

In fact, Emperor Hongguang didn't know where Sichuan was or what the situation was like, but he understood that Western thieves and trespassers must not be tolerated:
"The western thieves killed the people indiscriminately, so that thousands of miles of Henan were uninhabited, and even burned Fengyang. He really deserves to die. Since Uncle Wang is going to attack, then issue an edict and let him be justified!"

Zhang Xianzhong burned Fengyang and slaughtered wealthy households. There was the ancestral tomb of Zhu Yuanzhang. Chongzhen killed several governors for this.

In theory, Zhang Xianzhong and Li Zicheng are equally hateful.

Ma Shiying was taken aback, and then said perfunctorily, "I will naturally understand."

After this episode, Ma Shiying narrowed his eyes and looked at Qian Qianyi vaguely.

Qian Qianyi had no choice but to start out: "His Majesty, I recommend a talented person."

"Oh? Who is it?" Emperor Hongguang asked in confusion.

"The former Taichang Shaoqing, Ruan Dacheng."

Qian Qianyi said tremblingly.

"What? Absolutely not!"

The Donglin party members present were instantly in an uproar, and their eyes were full of disbelief.

Who is Ruan Dacheng?He is not only a eunuch, but also a disciple of Gao Panlong, the leader of the Donglin Party. He is listed in "Donglin Dianjianglu" and is nicknamed "No Cover".

Therefore, he is not only an eunuch, but also a traitor. This kind of person is the most hateful.

For a while, there were endless discussions.

However, this was only the lower class, the middle and upper class members of the Donglin Party looked at Qian Qianyi with confusion on their faces.

Don't dare to speak easily.

However, this is exactly what Ma Shiying needs.

Defeating the enemy with the enemy is the most deadly.

"Although it is said that Ruan Dacheng was framed as an eunuch, he was originally a member of the Donglin Party. There is no doubt about it."

Ma Shiying said with a casual smile: "Since Qian Shangshu recommends it, it is naturally feasible."

Emperor Hongguang was a little ignorant, nodded and said, "Since both Shoufu and Qian Shangshu agree, and everyone has no objection, then let's do it."

"Your Majesty Shengming!"

Ma Shiying paid homage.

The courtiers also bowed down reluctantly.

As a result, Ruan Dacheng came back and was appointed by Ma Shiying as the left servant of the Ministry of War.

After the court meeting, the Donglin party members became aggressive.

Immediately afterwards, Zhang Shenyan, Minister of the Ministry of Officials, Jiang Yueguang, Wang Duo, Gao Hongtu, etc., all gathered in Qian's mansion to inquire about the crime.

As the leader, Qian Qianyi had to sweat profusely in the face of this scene, and said with a wry smile: "Everyone atones, the husband really has to do it."

As he spoke, he poured out bitter water.

Said that Ma Shiying was going to use everyone to support Lu Wang to attack the Donglin party members, but he had no choice but to agree.

After explaining, he said loudly: "Since Ma Shiying is weak in the imperial court, he plans to appoint Ruan Dacheng. Why should he be afraid? We Donglin Party members have many people and powerful forces, so we are not afraid of him."

"The eunuch party will bring disaster to the country and the people, and we must never let it go."

Gao Hongtu hurriedly agreed, twirling his beard, and said: "Ma Shiying is unbearable to be the chief assistant, we have to make a plan or two."

I am the most suitable.

"At that time, King Fu should not have been allowed to succeed and let us fall into such a situation."

Wang Duo was dissatisfied and said: "Ma Shiying is in power, pushing out the Shige department, the emperor blindly believes in him and lets him go, how can this be expected by Mingjun?"

"The gentlemen and sages in the court don't use it, but they trust the eunuch party. It's really hateful."

There was a sound of indignation.

After all, everyone forgave Qian Qianyi, and they recognized his words.

Under such a big handle, a Ruan Dacheng is nothing.

Zhang Shenyan became more irritable: "As the Minister of the Ministry of Officials, I absolutely do not agree with eunuchs like Ruan Dacheng flooding the court."

As he spoke, he gave Qian Qianyi a hard look, then shook his sleeves and left.

(End of this chapter)