eldest son of Ming dynasty

Zhu Houzhao turned his attention to Li Mengyang and his status in the literary world, naturally because the things in Ningxia had already achieved initial results.

Qiu Yue's entry to Beijing by order probably took place in the past few days.

Before that, Zhu Houzhao already knew how Wang Tingxiang and Zhang Cong would deal with the Ningxia Four Guards.That being the case, he was no longer polite, and after the noon on October [-], he left the cabinet and the six ministers in the palace.

The guards of the Ming Dynasty, one was the frontier guards, and the other was the inland guards. There were differences between the two.

Of course, this is a general principle. In fact, this ratio is also related to whether the terrain of a place is suitable for grain transportation. The specific division is very complicated.

But in general, people at that time divided it according to the frontier and the interior.

"Ningxia cleared up the military settlements, and a lot of heads were lost up and down. This matter should also be expected by the lovers. However, the effect of cleaning up the farmland is obvious. The governor of Shaanxi Wang Tingxiang and the special envoy Zhang Cong have both played. After Ningxia's farmland, Only one land can turn over 20 shi of grain every year. Moreover, the four guards and horses in Ningxia Town can also support their own food, even if there is a slight shortage, the lack of the amount will not be too difficult for the court.

In this way, the benefits of cleaning up Ningxia's military settlements this time are not limited to the 20 stone grains?Since then, the imperial court has saved the matter of transferring grain to Ningxia, and this account has to be settled.Therefore, I believe that cleaning up the farmland can firstly relieve the suffering of food shortage in border towns, and secondly, reduce the burden of the imperial court in Taicang. If Gansu, Yulin, Datong, Xuanfu, and Jizhou can all be like Ningxia, then I will have no worries. Ladies and gentlemen Ai Qing can also be carefree. "

The ministers in the court, headed by Yang Yiqing, were delighted to hear that such an effect could be achieved, and the emperor came to congratulate him.

But Ningxia is only a small place in the vast territory of Ming Dynasty after all.

Wang Jia took the lead and said: "Your Majesty has been very effective in governing the army since the imperial court. Among them, Zhou Shangwen, Yang Shangyi, Chang Dacheng, etc. are the most outstanding. Since Qingtun in Ningxia has achieved results, other towns should follow suit. However, I think that This matter should follow the way of first urgency and then slowness, slowly map it, and break it one by one. Zhou Shangwen lives in Gansu, far away from the capital; Chang Dacheng lives in Liaodong, with insufficient population. Therefore, it is appropriate for Yang Shangyi to live in Jizhou. The fields are contiguous and the people are dense. After Qingtun, it will be more effective than Ningxia, and it can also stabilize the center!"

At the beginning of the "strike" against Ningxia, the ministers in the court generally agreed, but some people had doubts.Now that Ningxia has finally achieved results, it was not against it at first, but to understand his intention to continue to expand the scope of Qingtun.

Zhu Houzhao was somewhat satisfied with this, even though his thoughts were not exactly what Wang Jia said.

"What about the others? Is there anyone who disagrees with Mr. Wang?"

Wang Bing came out after hearing the words, "My minister thinks that Datong and Xuanfu should be the first in terms of importance to the capital. Moreover, although Shi Feng, the general soldier of Datong, and Yang Xing, the general soldier of Xuanfu, are not as successful as Ping Lubo, they are important to the capital. Your Majesty's loyalty is also seen in the world."

This Wang Bing.

Zhu Houzhao knew a little bit. Both Shi Feng and Yang Xing met him during the battle of Liangxiang two years ago, and they seemed to be familiar with each other after that.

Others, such as Zhou Shangwen and Yang Shangyi, all have special "channels", and they don't care much about Wang Bing's way, but Shi Feng and Yang Xing do not have the position of the above-mentioned people in His Majesty's heart, so the elders of the Chaozhong Pavilion relationship, they are hard to say no to.

It's not that Beijing officials make friends with frontier generals, but as generals outside, you always have someone in the court, right?This is a necessary mutual use, otherwise you are an official, it is better to go home and grow sweet potatoes.

Zhu Houzhao didn't want to get entangled in this matter at this time, and instead asked: "Mr. Yang Ge, what do you think?"

Yang Yiqing raised his head slightly, "I think that the words of the two elders are reasonable. But the court's policy should be fair. If Ming can set up nine sides, it means that the nine sides are important to Ming."

Wang Ji became anxious, "Mr. Yang Ge, Qingtun is a very important matter, and it is best to implement it step by step, so as to be safe."

"Mr. Ji, if you want to be on the safe side, it's the safest thing to do if you don't clear the village." Yang Yiqing had led the army and had been the chief for several years. He still knew the situation of the frontier army.

Because it was Wang Jia, he softened his tone and said, "Didn't Duke Ji just say that His Majesty's army management is quite effective?"

"Then try not to get to the point of fighting each other!"

Yang Yiqing was silent, and Wang Jia's thoughts could not be wrong.In case there are soldiers and generals making troubles in other places, such incidents will not add luster to the court and His Majesty.

"Your Majesty!" Qi Cheng, Shangshu of the Ministry of War, said, "I think that the matter of the imperial court's Qingtun is already known to the whole world, and it is to be implemented step by step. Don't the border towns in the back know their situation? As time drags on, it will be handed over to you." At that time, it will be very unfavorable for the court. Moreover, for such a big event, it is time to go all out to show the court's determination. Otherwise, some people may think that the court's will is weak and its methods are weak. .”

Zhu Houzhao nodded for the fourth time, "I understand that you all have your own reasons. Originally, I was also considering whether the remaining border towns should be cleared together or step by step, but what I am worried about is not stability. It is not safe, but there are too many border towns, will it cause the court to have no time to take care of it? This is an extremely difficult matter, and if it is not done well, it will easily mess up the overall situation."

In this way, apart from Ningxia, all the other border towns had their 'ends' in the emperor's heart.

All the ministers know where the Sacred Heart is, so they will no longer be 'modest', "Your Majesty, I have a good plan to relieve your majesty's worries."

Zhu Houzhao looked at Yang Tinghe, who reacted quickly. He knew that this guy was organized and quick-witted, but in such a short time... what is a good strategy?
"tell me the story."

Yang Tinghe took it easy, "The law of humble ministers was also born out of Your Majesty. It is the responsibility of the people. In addition to Ningxia, there are eight towns in Ming Dynasty, including Gansu, Yulin, and Datong. The eight towns are cleared at the same time. It is true that there are too many things to take care of. Therefore, I think that your majesty can choose eight important ministers to be responsible for each of them. Those who are capable and strong can also be in charge of two towns. In short, your majesty will divide this task and assign each town to one person. I believe that I will be an important minister of the court. , can always sort out a government affairs of the court. In this way, His Majesty's worries can be solved."

Zhu Houzhao's eyes lit up after hearing this. This is actually the method of later generations, but he used a lot of bureaucratic ruling techniques of later generations in the process of governing, and he did not expect to affect the people of the present.

"Old Yang Ge."

"The old minister is here."

"You are the head of the cabinet. After you go down, you will call the cabinet elders and officials of the Ministry to discuss it, and then let Jie Fu explain it in more detail. After three days, report the list of eight people who have been assigned to me. "

In other words, the emperor adopted Yang Tinghe's suggestion, and the speed was extremely fast.

It's not because Yang Tinghe's suggestion is so good, but once the emperor hesitates, such things are easily opposed.

Because most people have nothing to do with this matter, now that there is an eight-man list, there will be a few more unlucky people. After all, it is obvious how difficult this matter is.

That's why Zhu Houzhao made his statement immediately.

The "immediately" meant that Yang Tinghe had reached the emperor's heart all of a sudden, and the emperor also meant the same thing.Yang Tinghe's orders may not move people, but the emperor is different. If someone wants to object, he has to weigh it.

Yang Yiqing is an old bureaucrat, so he naturally understands the subtle differences. He can only say that Xiaomiao really gave birth to a son who was born to be an emperor.

Now that the emperor's golden mouth has been opened, and he is giving orders directly, what can he do in front of so many people?
"Old minister, take the order."

"En." Zhu Houzhao nodded as if nothing had happened, and said to Wang Jia: "Mr. Wang, the importance of cleaning up the military settlement must be clear to you. The difficulty of this is better known to you. If you do it one by one, I will I'm worried, the more difficult it gets, the harder it is to keep doing it."

"The old minister understands. Your majesty's intention is for the country and the people, and the ministers will do their best to assist your majesty!"

"Okay!" Zhu Houzhao stood up, "My dear friends, I have fought several times in my life. If this thing is done, you and my monarchs and ministers will be famous in history. If it can't be done, I am willing to kill you enemy!"