The First Gongsheng of Ming Dynasty

Chapter 304
Ma Yi returns to Xuanfu.

Accompanying it was the imperial edict that the emperor named him Pingrupp.

Originally, he thought that the court only considered him to be "deserving crimes and making meritorious service" in this battle, and it would be good not to be punished, but now not only was he not guilty, but he was also given a title. Very cool.

After entering the city, facing a group of colleagues who came to congratulate him on being promoted to earl and being re-promoted as general officer, he led his soldiers and horses straight to the general mansion. He was not going to take over his official residence, but to meet Ma Zhongxi.

Ma Zhongxi also just got the news that Zhang Zhouzhen moved to Datong, and the governor's yamen will continue to live in him, and he is still moving out from the General Military Mansion these two days.

When she knew that Ma Yi had come and won the title, that feeling...was like eating a fly.

"I met Ma Zhongcheng."

When Ma Yi saw Ma Zhongxi, she could finally be proud, because she would work together in Xuanfu in the future, and Ma Yi dared to show off in front of Ma Zhongxi without saying anything, but her straight waist seemed to be a challenge.

Don't you want to punish me?
come!

Now I am not afraid, the imperial court did not mention any crimes, but promoted me to be the chief soldier. If you want to manage military affairs in the Xuanfu in the future, you have to rely on me... I used to be afraid that you would listen to you, but who is now? Listen to who, I am no longer just a commander, do you understand the count?

At least I can sit on an equal footing with you.

Ma Zhongxi said coldly: "Ma, Your Majesty gave you a title to reward you for your meritorious service in fighting the Tartars in the grassland. The crime will be exposed sooner or later, so do it yourself!"

The old horse is also very anxious now.

The resignation memorial did not give a reply, but now the emperor has rewarded him for his contribution in this battle, and the officer has been increased by one level, and the right deputy capital censor will continue to be the governor of the Xuanfu, and he will have to follow Zhang Zhou's orders in the future.

This made him very unhappy.

Ma Yi said: "What Ma Zhongcheng said is very true. The general will definitely do it on his own. In the future, he will not do private recruitment of soldiers. I hope Ma Zhongcheng will supervise him more."

"what?"

Ma Zhongxi frowned.

Is this here to make peace with me?

But looking at you like this, your nostrils are almost turned upside down, I believe you are a ghost!Now that you have Zhang Bingkuan as your backer, you still think of me?
"Here is a letter from Zhang Zhitai, saying that the general will hand it over to Ma Zhongcheng, and please Ma Zhongcheng to read it in person." As he said, Ma Yi also took out a letter.

Ma Zhongxi thought to himself, it really is a lot of trouble.

Disgusting fucking opens the door to disgusting, this is disgusting at home.

But how can I say that Zhang Zhou is still his boss, and he can't just tear up the letter from his boss in front of outsiders... In the past, he would definitely do this, but if he does it now , was sued by the inspector censor, it can be said that he was dereliction of duty, or even that he was disrespectful to his superiors.

Who knows if this is a letter from Zhang Zhou to arrange defense for him?
personal letter...

Zhang Bingkuan, you really want to embarrass people, right?
"Bring it here!" Ma Zhongxi motioned for his subordinates to pick it up, but he didn't pick it up himself.

The subordinate officer next to him was also very hesitant when he saw the two highest civil and military officials in the Xuan Mansion fighting against each other.

During the war, the commander-in-chief came to make amends to you, but you, a governor, are still so tense, who can you show your face?
Even though this group of people ate with Ma Zhongxi, they all seemed to feel that Ma Zhongxi was at fault.

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On the day Ma Yi led his troops back to Xuan Mansion, there was a battle report from the front line.

After Ma Zhongxi learned of the battle report, he had to call Ma Yi to the governor's office... Ma Zhongxi moved back to the governor's office that night, and moved all the things Zhang Zhou left in the Xuanfu to the post house, probably It means that the guy never wants to occupy the magpie's nest.

"Ma Zhongcheng..."

"Needless to say, Huoshai's troops headed south from Weininghai again. The soldiers and horses have passed Mao'erzhuang and are approaching Datong Town. This officer has ordered Wanquandu Division's surrounding guards to step up their guard. You don't have to stay behind." In Xuanfu Town, go to the various pass patrols!"

The purpose of Ma Zhongxi calling Ma Yi is to drive Ma Yi away.

As the governor, Ma Zhongxi has reason to sit in Xuanfu town all the time.

But Ma Yi, as the commander-in-chief, doesn't have to stay in Xuanfu Town.

Ma Yi said: "The last general just came back from Datong. Along the way, he saw that all the passers-by are waiting in full force. Nothing major will happen."

"You don't want to go?" Ma Zhongxi frowned.

Discuss with you in a good voice, now that you, Ma Yi, are Ping Rubo, you are above me in terms of official position, but if you are the commander-in-chief and don't listen to the governor's order, I can impeach you!
Ma Yi was not feeling well either.

He had just returned to the Xuan Mansion, and before his wife and children were hot on the kang, he was sent by Ma Zhongxi to inspect the customs. Isn't this typical for retaliation?
"The last general will go back and pack up, and lead the army to set off tomorrow morning." Ma Yi clasped his fists and said.

Ma Zhongxi almost wanted to say, you are leaving tonight.

But after thinking about it, it was indeed a bit unreasonable. Although the little old man's face was tense, at this time he still said something humane, and said coldly: "Leave tomorrow morning, otherwise I will definitely give a performance. impeachment. Unless you ask yourself to be transferred there."

Only then did Ma Yi understand.

Ma Zhongxi was deliberately embarrassing him and asked him to "resign" on his own. Naturally, the so-called resignation could not be said to just quit, but to ask the court to guard another place.

You, Ma Zhongxi, don't move around yourself, let me make room for you?

I'm from Zhang Zhitai, and I came here to restrict you as an "old horse". That's right, that's what Zhang Zhitai calls you, don't try to convince me.

Am I staying in Xuanfu for the sake of your old horse?

I work for Zhang Zhitai!
Why do you old horse tell me to go, and I ask to be transferred?Even if it's Lai, I still want to stay in Xuanfu Town.

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The headquarters of the Huozhai Central Army headed south from Weininghai, passed Maoerzhuang, and approached Datong.

The most nervous about this was Wang Shouren, the governor of Datong.

However, this also gave him a chance. Just after he arrived in Datong, the local generals and gentry were not very cooperative with his work. They felt that he, the airborne governor, had damaged the interests of the local area, and the policy could not be implemented. With such an excuse to go south, Wang Shouren took the opportunity to firmly control the military power.

Whether you cooperate or not is not important, what is important is to let you know who is in charge of Datong.

Commander-in-Chief Wang Xi did not return to Yanghekou recently, and he also knew that Zhang Zhou had set off from Yanghekou. He thought that Zhang Zhou would arrive in Datong soon, but the intelligence showed that Zhang Zhou had gone to the south of Datong Town, and his purpose was not clear.

Now Wang Xi can only listen to Wang Shouren more.

"...Wang Zhongcheng, the fortresses and key passes in the northern pass of Datong have all strengthened their defenses, but the drought this summer is relatively serious. If this situation develops, I am afraid that after autumn, Datong's grain harvest will not be available. We should follow up as soon as possible. The imperial court requested the allocation of money and food as the top priority..."

Wang Xi seemed to be very respectful to Wang Shouren, but he also belonged to the kind who didn't benefit early.

Ma Yi and the others were people who gained military merit by going to war with Zhang Zhou, and they respected Zhang Zhou because they already had interests in them.

However, Wang Xi was "in awe" of Zhang Zhou and Wang Shouren, and there was a big difference.

Although Wang Shouren has just arrived, he also has a good understanding of the temperament of the Northwest generals. If you only let this group of people do things for you with "awe", it seems to be respectful, but the efficiency is not good, and everyone has evil intentions.

Wang Shouren said: "The Tatar Chen soldiers are outside the pass and asked the court for money and food. It is true that they should have prepared earlier. This is also a preparation for the winter."

"What Wang Zhongcheng said is very true. The soldiers in Datong Town, and even the common people, have never had a good time in winter." Wang Xi's face was slightly happy.

Wang Shouren changed the subject: "But it's unrealistic to expect the imperial court to allocate money and food. After all, the autumn grain has not yet been put into storage, and the imperial court has not yet, so naturally there is no way to transfer it to the northwest. Do you know why Zhang Zhitai is going south?"

"It's not... mining?"

Of course Wang Xi knew that Zhang Zhou wanted to make money on his own, but both he and the generals in the Northwest felt that it was obviously a bit nonsense.

Do you raise money and food for the war yourself?Want to raise funds temporarily?

Is it true that the northwest is a place full of oil and water?

If you want to extract oil from the loess, the platform is too idealistic.

Wang Shouren said, "What method did Datong use in the past to survive the winter?"

"This..." Wang Xi hesitated for a moment, but he explained it roughly. After all, he also knew that it was impossible for Wang Shouren to be transferred from Datong in a short time. harsh.

He said: "Many officers and men go out to patrol the pass, and take this opportunity to see if they can get some cattle, sheep, etc..."

Wang Shouren frowned. He probably understood that this was a bit similar to the "grass hitting valley" mentioned before.

Wang Shouren said: "Are you getting cattle and sheep, or are you getting food and grass for the people to spend the winter?"

This means, are the soldiers going to plunder the Tartars, or their own people?

Wang Xi sighed: "The soldiers also want to have food for the winter."

Wang Xi's words almost admitted that if the local soldiers in Datong Town had no money and food, they would plunder their own people in the name of sending troops.

Wang Shouren said coldly: "It's no wonder that on the way here, I heard people mention that 'thieves come like a comb, soldiers like a grate, and officials like a shave', even my own people are not spared. Was it robbed by the Tartars, or was it plundered by generals at all levels? If the wind blows again, don't blame this officer for being ruthless!"

"Wang Zhongcheng, this means that all the governors have always wanted to strictly stop this matter, but if it is implemented, I am afraid that it is necessary to prevent the army from changing first. The soldiers are also suffering."

As the commander-in-chief, Wang Xi knew that the soldiers below would plunder his own people, but he didn't care.

In fact, it is to tell Wang Shouren that this is for survival and there is no other way.

The soldiers have weapons in their hands, but the common people have no weapons in their hands. Those with weapons can no longer survive, and it sounds reasonable to plunder those without weapons... Could it be that you let people with weapons plunder the treasury of Daming? ?
Those who are officials or generals, who doesn't want to live and work in peace and contentment?But the problem is that the imperial court can't afford so much money and food for the Northwest.

Wang Shouren said: "So, you should still listen to Zhang Zhitai. He said that the mine will be opened, and you have to cooperate. With the mine, there will be silver, and the grain merchants will transport the grain from Jiangnan. Zhang Zhitai changed the opening In China and France, there are salt guides and salt merchants, and the soldiers can fill their stomachs."

"Hehe, Wang Zhongcheng, I'm afraid...not so fast?" Wang Xi smiled wryly.

Even if Zhang Zhou is really capable, isn't it like a fairy tale to want him to solve the financial problems of the towns in the northwest in a short time?
Wang Shouren said: "I brought more than 1 taels of silver here. It is for Zhang Zhitai to recruit people to start the mine. If you can find people, just pay the more than 1 taels of silver."

"what?"

Wang Xi heard it.

It’s fine if Zhang Zhou gives the money, but are you planning to use the money Zhang Zhou gave for mining for military use?
Doesn't that mean...you have failed Zhang Zhou's trust in you?

Seeing Wang Xi's puzzled face, Wang Shouren didn't bother to explain. He said, "Mostly, Huosi is going southward, probably not to invade the pass, but because of internal disputes, Weininghai has no way for him to gain a foothold, but if he wants to gain a foothold in the cat Erzhuang and other places are also unrealistic, and it is a gift to him to give him the land of Hetao to graze. It is estimated that there will be detailed battle reports in the next few days."

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As Wang Shouren expected.

As Huosai led his troops to the south, Daming's Yebushou also heard the news that Huosai fought a battle with Yebulu's Yongxiebu tribe in Weininghai.

The exact outcome of the battle cannot be ascertained, but it seems that Huozhai lost, otherwise why did Huozhai go south and leave Weining Sea?
Huozhai asked Daming to bestow the Weining Sea to him before, but giving up this fertile pasture now only shows that he also knows that even if Da Ming has this reward, he will not dare to gain a foothold in Weininghai anymore. move this way.

On this day, Wang Shouren was calling the generals of Datong Town to hold a military meeting.

But a messenger came in to report: "Young General, Mr. Tang is here."

The so-called "Mr. Tang" is Zhang Zhou's younger brother Tang Yin. These titles were arranged for them by Zhang Zhou's direct lineage. It seems that these few Jinshi of the same year are regarded as members of a team.

Wang Shouren dismissed the meeting that day, and met Tang Yin who had come here in a hurry in his governor's office.

"Bohu, didn't you follow Zhang Zhitai to explore the ore veins in the south?" Seeing Tang Yin's dejected expression, Wang Shouren naturally thought that the prospecting of the ore veins was not going well.

Tang Yindao: "Zhang Zhitai felt that I would not be able to help there, and if he knew that Huozhai was going south, he asked me to cooperate with you, Wang Zhongcheng, to prepare to meet Huozhai and enter the customs."

Wang Shouren frowned and said, "What does it matter if Zhang made the platform?"

Tang Yin shook his head.

In his eyes, Zhang Zhou was too mysterious to use common sense to figure it out. Anyway, he would go wherever Zhang Zhou asked him to go, and he would do whatever he was asked to do.

"How is the mining progress?" Wang Shouren asked someone to serve tea.

"It's very smooth. It's Zhang Zhitai himself who said it was very smooth. He pointed to a place and marked it. Whether there are mines... who knows?" Tang Yin followed Zhang Zhou to explore the veins, which was an eye-opener.

He also knew that he couldn't help Zhang Zhou over there, so he could feel more at ease when he came to help Wang Shouren.

At least Wang Shouren won't put so much pressure on him.

Tang Yin asked: "I heard that His Majesty granted you the title of Earl Xinjian?"

As he said that, Tang Yin still looked envious.

Wang Shouren said with a serious expression: "There is news from Beijing, but the matter has not yet been implemented, but Ma Yi, the general of the Xuanfu, has been promoted to Ping Lubo."

"It's really not easy for a civil official to win a title. It's comparable to Wang Weining." Tang Yin looked ashamed.

After all, before sending troops to Wei Ninghai, Zhang Zhou also mentioned it to him, Tang Yin, and Tang Yin also made it clear that he didn't have that courage. Of course, Zhang Zhou didn't count on him at that time.

Now Wang Shouren has established his position in the army in one fell swoop through this battle.

Wang Shouren said: "Even the Wang Junmen from the governor's side pass has not been promoted to the rank of noble, and I dare not take credit for it, so I asked His Majesty to take back the order. Now the memorial has just been issued."

Tang Yin wanted to say, if you don't want it, you can give it to me.

You don't even want a title, it's really...a full man doesn't know a hungry man.

"I'll tell you the specific battle situation, let's go." Naturally, Wang Shouren regarded Tang Yin as Zhang Zhou's envoy.

But then Tang Yin waved his hand and said: "No need, I'm only responsible for meeting the fire. If he comes, I'll welcome him, and if he doesn't come, I'll be safe for a few days. I'm too tired recently. As for the military situation, before leaving Specifically, don't let me interfere, and you, Wang Zhongcheng, will be in charge."

"Ha ha."

Wang Shouren smiled.

Zhang Zhou was quite good at this point. He didn't say that while arranging errands for him, he would send someone to supervise him, or even give him instructions.

Looking at Tang Yin's appearance... like a mediocre person who can't do great things, Wang Shouren is quite appetizing.

Wang Shouren said with a smile: "Bohu, they are all in the same year, so they don't need to be commensurate with their official positions. Since Zhang Zhitai has also seen that Huozhai has no intention of invading, then probably the matter of Huozhai's submission to Daming can be implemented, so you can stay here first. I will let you know the news."

"it is good."

Tang Yin's expression showed that he really didn't want to deal with those bad things.

Before coming to the Northwest, he was still a person who would eat and wait to die, and now he is expected to do great things right away?

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Wang Shouren originally wanted to arrange for Tang Yin to live in the wing of the governor's office, but Tang Yin felt ashamed and insisted on living in the post house.

The main reason is that he doesn't want to be restricted, and also because Xu Jing is already in the city one step earlier, and Xu Jing has already said that if Tang Yin comes, he must come to join him, and invite him to drink and so on.

Tang Yin is in the officialdom, and he still wants to live a comfortable life as an ordinary scholar.

"Bohu..."

When Xu Jing saw Tang Yin in the posthouse, it was like seeing a close relative.

Tang Yin showed a lazy and incompetent side in front of Wang Shouren, but in front of Xu Jing, he instantly appeared to be tall and tall.

How should I put it... I also made a living with Zhang Zhou, a senior brother.

"Go in and talk." Tang Yin said.

"Okay, the beauté is ready."

Xu Jing hurriedly led the way for Tang Yin, and when he entered the guest room of the post house, what he saw was not "bottle wine", but a sumptuous feast.

Xu Jing said with a flattering look on his face: "Nowadays, your reputation is being spread everywhere. Bohu is now Zhang Zhitai's fellow student. I really envy others. I heard that you have a good relationship with that Wang Zhongcheng? I don't know. Can I let you take a part-time job in the governor's yamen?"

Although Tang Yin was an official, he did not start a mansion.

If you don't open a mansion, you don't have the qualifications to recruit staff...or Tang Yin's salary can't even support him, and there is no need to support someone to advise him.

But Wang Shouren is different. He is now a serious governor, and many unsuccessful people will come to join him.

(End of this chapter)