At the beginning of the civil castle, the Ming God of War was a little panicked

Chapter 62 Money is not a problem

"Just now the two Qing family said that the imperial court has no money to build the Martyr's Shrine?"

Zhu Qizhen knew very well that it was not a question of money at all. The main reason why these people opposed the construction of the Martyr's Shrine was that the Martyr's Shrine had almost zero benefits for the literati. The so-called lack of money was just an excuse. .

Because they basically have no chance, or very few opportunities to enjoy it.

Moreover, he had to watch those Qiu Ba who were despised by them enjoy the glory that they would never be able to enjoy.

"If the imperial court really has no money, how about this? I can let the generals raise their own money. Duke Ying, Marquis of Taining, Uncle Xiangcheng, what do you think?"

After Zhang Fugang had quarreled with others, he said with a bit of resentment: "As long as the court decides to build the Martyr's Shrine, the veteran is willing to spend all his wealth!"

Chen Ying and Li Zhen also expressed their willingness to contribute the money.

"Oh, that's right!" Zhu Qizhen seemed to have thought of something, and continued, "The families of those soldiers who died for the country should also be willing to pay the money, Hu Shangshu, Wang Shangshu, what do you think?"

Hu Mi was fine with it, but Wang Zuo's face became tense, and cold sweat had already oozed from his forehead at some point.

Because he has personally been on the battlefield, and he has personally experienced how to break out of the siege from the civil fortress, and the scenes of the soldiers fighting bloody battles are vivid in his memory. Is it really necessary to let those soldiers who fought for the country bleed and shed tears...

"I think... it's wrong!"

"Oh?" Zhu Qizhen smiled lightly and asked, "What's wrong?"

"This..." Wang Zuo hesitated, "I feel that the family members of meritorious persons cannot be allowed to pay... money..."

"You still know?" Zhu Qizhen subconsciously emphasized his tone, "I thought you'd be ruined by reading all day long!"

Wang Zuo sensed that something was wrong, and hurriedly said, "I'm afraid!"

However, Hu Wei still looked like a dead pig not afraid of boiling water, and said: "The emperor, the ministers are not against the construction of the Martyr's Shrine, but the Ministry of Households really has no money, and this year's treasury expenditure has been used up in the first half of the year. The construction of the Martyr's Shrine at this time can only overdraw next year's revenue."

It's no wonder that Hu Wei dared to confront the emperor head-on, because it is also a fact that the treasury can't afford money.

I have no money, what can I do?
Zhu Qizhen said: "One of the two Qing families is in charge of the Ministry of Rites and the other is in charge of the Ministry of Households. Why don't you calculate on the spot how much it will cost to build the Martyr's Shrine. By the way, there is also the Ministry of Works, let's calculate together!"

At this time, Shi Pu, Shangshu of the Ministry of Industry, was still in Chuzhou to quell the chaos, and Wang Yonghe, the left servant, was in charge of the affairs of the Ministry of Industry.

The three of them discussed together for a while, and quickly reached an agreement on the approximate number.

Hu Wei said: "The emperor, ministers and others roughly estimate that at least 180 million taels of silver will be needed to build the Martyr's Shrine. In addition, there are a large number of people in this expedition, and the rewards and death benefits for the soldiers will need about 150 million taels."

In the early days of the Ming Dynasty, it was stipulated to use precious banknotes. Until the orthodox years, no one wanted the depreciated banknotes. As a last resort, the silver trade was completely opened up. However, the silver production in the Ming Dynasty was not high, and there were no overseas buyers at this time. A large amount of silver has flowed in, and the price of silver is still relatively high. It took a lot of effort for the three ministers to give such a budget.

However, Zhu Qizhen was still dissatisfied with this figure, and asked again: "How much money can the Ministry of Household provide?"

"At most... two million taels!"

Zhu Qizhen said immediately: "Whether it is the Martyrs' Shrine or the pension rewards, the specifications have been adjusted up. The budget of the Martyrs' Shrine has been adjusted to 300 million, and the pension rewards for the soldiers have been adjusted to 200 million."

"Your Majesty, I really have no money!"

Wang Zuo is really in a hurry, where can I steal 500 million taels for you?
"I'll figure out how to deal with the silver issue. After I'm here, the Ministry of Rites, the Ministry of Household Affairs, the Ministry of Industry, and the cabinet will draw up regulations as soon as possible, and bring out the construction drawings of the Martyr's Shrine as soon as possible."

Wang Zuo was taken aback for a moment, but then he became overjoyed, as long as he doesn't ask for money from himself, he can do whatever you want, not to mention adjusting the budget to 300 million, even if it is 3000 million, I can do it for you!
"The minister obeys the order!"

"Let's end the discussion today, King Tan and Yu Qian stay here!"

The officials dispersed, and King Tan and Yu Qian stayed in the hall.

King Yi is fine. He has supervised the country for such a long time, and there are many things that need to be reported to the emperor, but Yu Qian couldn't figure it out. He faintly felt that he was being targeted by the emperor, as if everything was inseparable from him.

But after thinking about it, I didn't do anything. Didn't I just say a few words when I went to the conquest? It's been so long, and I still hold on to it...

Seeing the slightly cramped appearance of the two, Zhu Qizhen waved his hands and said, "Don't be nervous, Jin Banban, just wait and see!"

Standing beside Zhu Qizhen is the eunuch Jin Ying. This person was brought back by Zhang Fu from Annan Kingdom thousands of miles away when Emperor Taizong conquered Annan. He was smart, loyal and diligent since he was a child. The supervisor of ceremonies was in charge of the eunuch, but later Wang Zhen gained power and gradually pushed Jin Ying down, and now that Wang Zhen is in charge of him, this position naturally belongs to him.

Jin Ying immediately moved two Jindun himself, and then obediently stood back beside Zhu Qizhen.

Zhu Qizhen asked curiously: "Yu Qian, why are you so sad?"

Yu Qian immediately stood up and said, "I'm thinking about the case. Whether it's Shi Heng commanded by Datong, Kang Neng commanded by Huailai, or Kang Neng commanded by Huangyaguan, so many things have happened in the Ministry of War, and I feel deeply negligent!"

"If you have any ideas, tell me!"

"I believe that the Ministry of War needs a thorough investigation to find out these black sheep, and then formulate a comprehensive assessment system to prevent such incidents from happening again."

"You can do these things yourself, I just want the result."

After Zhu Qizhen finished speaking, he turned to Zhu Qiyu and asked, "What does King Yi think about the Martyr's Shrine?"

Zhu Qiyu immediately replied: "The original intention of the emperor to propose the construction of the Martyr's Shrine is to reward those who are loyal to the Ming Dynasty, but the Ministry of Household Affairs really can't afford extra money and food. The budget is 300 million taels, isn't it a bit high?"

Zhu Qizhen smiled but did not answer, then looked at Yu Qian: "Yu Qian, tell me!"

Yu Qian replied: "I deeply agree."

"What's the use of your approval? Didn't King Tan just say that the Ministry of Households has no money!"

"As for the matter of silver, the emperor must have his own plans."

Zhu Qizhen suddenly became interested, and asked: "Tell me, what is my plan? If you can't tell, you can pay the money!"

Yu Qian was taken aback for a moment, thinking, why did it fall on me again?

"The emperor made a joke with the minister again. A mere 500 million taels must not be a problem at all."

Zhu Qiyu who was at the side was confused, and asked: "Yu Shilang, what is the secret behind this, so don't be fooled."

Yu Qian said: "The emperor has ordered to investigate Wang Zhenji's party members. After Jin Yiwei ransacked his home, he might get more than 500 million taels. This is not a case of the Ministry of War."

It was only then that Zhu Qiyu suddenly realized, no wonder the emperor didn't panic at all, it turned out that someone paid for the money!
Zhu Qizhen smiled and said: "Well, you don't need to worry about the money. I mainly want to tell you about the dispatch of officials. Luo Tong has gone to Huailai now, and Juyongguan is temporarily guarded by Kuang Ye, Minister of the Ministry of War. You quickly send someone over there to exchange Kuang Shangshu back."

"The minister obeys the order!"

"Also, the post of Datong guard is vacant, and it is necessary to find a suitable person to take over as soon as possible. The border guards are very important. I will give you full authority to handle these matters."

Yu Qian thought for a while, and said: "Although Wala also withdrew first, he may make a comeback at any time. Why don't Suianbo Chen Xun and Xiuwubo Shen Rong guard Datong and Juyongguan respectively? What does the emperor think?"

Zhu Qizhen nodded. Among the feats that he and himself fought out of the Tumubao, the British Duke Zhang Fu commanded the Beijing camp, so he must not move.Taining Hou Chenying is in charge of the Shenji Battalion, and the Shenji Battalion will be renovated and upgraded next, so it cannot be moved.Xiangcheng Bo Li Zhen was in charge of the [-] Battalion, and he personally brought out the soldiers and horses, not to mention not being able to move them.

From this point of view, Suianbo Chen Xun and Xiuwubo Shen Rong are the most suitable.

"This is a good proposal. The Ministry of War, the Ministry of Officials, and the cabinet will come up with a charter for specific matters, and report it to the Supervisor of Rites for approval."

"The minister obeys the order!"

After Yu Qian finished speaking, he looked at Zhu Qizhen, then at Zhu Qiyu, and said cautiously: "The minister...retire first?"

Zhu Qizhen nodded and said: "Go, remember, the case of the Ministry of War must be strictly investigated, no matter who is found, they will be severely punished!"

"The minister obeys the order!"

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