A small soldier of the frontier army in the late Ming Dynasty

Chapter 752 If Daming Can Live

Lao Bai Niu: It was supposed to be updated yesterday, and that chapter was written, but it seemed that I was not satisfied with it, so it was deleted in the end, and the new chapter was responsible for it.

This chapter is generally satisfactory, and expresses what I want to express. Every time I read history books, I am also thinking about it. I always feel that no matter what political system there is, it will rise and fall.

The feudal system will perish, the capitalist system will perish, the socialist system will perish, the monarchy will perish, constitutionalism will perish, dictatorship will perish, democracy will perish, republic will perish, autocracy will perish, and there is no permanent country or system.

I have a vague awareness that the key to the destruction of any system lies in the word "responsibility". Whether the elite class is fulfilling their responsibilities, of course, this is just a personal opinion. Whether it is right or wrong is a matter of different people. .

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This debate has touched many people in the shogunate, and many people think further and deeper. After the clerk records the content, many of them will be published in newspapers. It can be expected that a storm of debate between old and new ideas will Sweeping the entire Ming Dynasty.

Wang Dou excused that the time for the dinner party was coming up, and quickly announced the end of the meeting. He didn't have the time to talk to Li Banghua and others, so he planned to refrigerate him for a while, and arrange work for him after he calmed down and realized the reality.

It's a pity that talents are wasted, who can be a cabinet minister, isn't he a character?The key is how to use it and where it is used.

At six o'clock in the morning of the second day, the wind wrapped light snow from time to time, braving snowflakes, and the dusty Sun Chuanting led a few confidants to the front of the general's mansion. The captive general Wang Dou.

Of course, he knew the reason why Hades is easy to see and little ghosts are hard to deal with, so when he handed over the worship sticker, he couldn't help slipping a few shiny silver coins from his sleeve.

But as soon as the silver circle slid over, it slid back in an instant. The officer didn't accept his favor, and just smiled and asked the guest to wait in the porter, and he would send the greeting card in.

While waiting at the concierge, Sun Chuanting was very moved. He said to his staff: "There are new things everywhere in Xuan Town. If Ming Dynasty can do this, Chuanting will be willing to die."

A member of the staff said: "The concierge checkpoints in Xuanzhen are all distinguished and ambitious people. The salary is high, the promotion is fast, and the bright future is in sight. Naturally, people who need bribes are dismissive."

Sun Chuanting nodded, and soon, Zhong Tiaoyang, the guard battalion general, came out in person and said to Sun Chuanting with a smile: "Sun Du, the general has an invitation."

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After Sun Chuanting entered, he saw Wang Dou greeted him in front of the hall, followed by Ye Xizhi, the head of the Secretary Office.

Sun Chuanting took a few steps forward, and said again and again: "How dare you work on Lord Hou's jade toe, I am really flattered by the lower officials."

Wang Dou laughed and said: "I just saw the greeting post, and it was Lord Bai Gu who came here, a rare visitor, which also surprised me."

The two entered the lobby, Wang Dou said: "By the way, I haven't congratulated Lord Baigu on his promotion to the post of governor of the three sides. Yougong is in charge of Shaanxi, so the situation must be different."

There was pride in Sun Chuanting's eyes, he said with a smile: "How can a lower official be compared with Lord Hou."

Wang Dou glanced at him, when did Sun Chuanting become so talkative?

However, from the unruliness in the very depths of his eyes, it can be seen that his aloofness will not change, it is only hidden deeper.

The two sat down as guest and host, and Wang Dou handed over a box of cigarettes, wooden and beautifully packaged, the cigarette box was half the size of a keyboard: "Come here, smoke a cigarette."

Sun Chuanting said: "Yo, Yunyan, it's still the Double Happiness brand, the next official is really blessed by the Marquis."

Skillfully cut off one end with sharp scissors, shook the torch and lit the other end, Wang Dou exhaled a puff of smoke, and said slowly: "The unknown Lord Baigu is here, what can I teach you?"

Sun Chuanting laughed and said: "It is true that there is no need to go to the Three Treasures Hall. I am here to ask Lord Hou for help."

Wang Dou said: "Oh, let's hear it."

The staff standing beside him quickly took out a file, Ye Xizhi took it and handed it to Wang Dou.

Wang Dou looked over, and Sun Chuanting paid great attention to spying on Wang Dou's expression, but his face was hidden in the smoke, vaguely, and some couldn't see clearly.

Feeling uneasy, Sun Chuanting also slowly smoked.

After a long time, Wang Dou put down the paperwork and said with a smile: "It is our duty to help brothers and provinces. It's just that Lord Baigu asked for too much assistance."

Sun Chuanting cupped his hands and said, "I also ask Lord Hou to help me, sir..."

Wang Dou said: "Well, let me study it and give you an answer afterward."

Sun Chuanting was a little worried, forced a smile and said, "Of course."

The staff beside him gritted their teeth and said nothing, with humiliation on their faces.

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Wang Dou hosted a small banquet in honor of Sun Chuanting. There was a pavilion not far from the flower hall, where he drank wine while admiring the snow.

At this time, the snow had already fallen heavily, and the balls were dancing in the air. Wang Dou was wearing a casual robe and a fur cloak, and Sun Chuanting was also wearing a cloak outside his padded robe. The two sat opposite each other, and there was no one else to wait on them. people.

The wine was warmed on the copper rack, the charcoal fire was blazing on the table, the hot pot was boiling, and there were a few small dishes.

The two drank several cups to each other, and Sun Chuanting said: "Good wine, good snow."

Wang Dou glanced at him and saw that he was holding the wine glass, with deep worry in his eyes, and... fiery.

Compared with when Chongzhen first met in 12 years, Sun Chuanting's face is more wrinkled, and there are some white strands caught in the thick beard. Only the sharpness in his eyes is still the same, but it is hidden deeper.

His brow arch is very high, which makes his eyebrows very thick. From the appearance, this kind of person often has a tendency to be arrogant, cunning, very determined, and a strong egoist.

In terms of historical facts, Sun Chuanting is also such a person. Despite these years of setbacks, the pride in his bones remains unchanged.

Think about how many years have passed, how time flies.

He pays attention to Sun Chuanting, why isn't Sun Chuanting secretly observing him?

It was the first time that this controversial and well-known figure sat so close, how could Sun Chuanting miss the opportunity to observe?
He saw that Wang Dou was casually dressed in furs, and his expression was indifferent, but he had a mysterious and majestic demeanor. Yes, mysterious, unpredictable and profound, not only Sun Chuanting, but also many outsiders' views on Wang Dou.

Judging the situation, advancing and retreating with restraint, dealing with things witty and decisive, prudent and prudent, this is just the tip of the iceberg that Wang Dou shows to the outside world.But his success, his talent, there are too many unclear explanations, beyond the scope of many people's minds.

Even if Sun Chuanting put himself in the situation, he thought that he would be an ordinary warlord at most, rather than a transcendent existence like Wang Dou, so he couldn't understand it either. Apart from being gifted by heaven, he couldn't find another explanation for Wang Dou's success.

Wang Dou entertained him with a separate banquet, somewhat unexpected by Sun Chuanting. He drank slowly, just thinking about how to bring the topic to his own needs.

Sun Chuanting picked up the jug, poured Wang Dou a glass of wine, and said, "Master Hou, I respect you."

Wang Dou said: "Okay."

The two had a toast, and Sun Chuanting smiled and said, "It seems that Lord Hou is quite frugal. With your current status and status, the current pomp seems too simple."

Wang Dou said with a smile: "It's not considered frugal. There are delicious and delicious things, and I won't refuse them. It's just a little bearish. After all, you can enjoy the enjoyment. With fame, power and position, there are also beautiful women. You can do whatever you want.”

Sun Chuanting laughed and said: "Heroes see the same thing. People say that self-cultivation, family harmony, governance of the country, and peace of the world. When a man is born in this world, he must do a great job and leave his name in history, so that he can be worthy of us. .”

With a twinkle in his eyes, he said: "Especially in the 12th year of Chongzhen, when the officials first met Lord Hou, at that time Lord Hou had resolutely followed Lu Gong to the south. The giant deer fought hard, sacrificed his life, and his loyalty is truly admirable. Knowing that he was close to death..."

Wang Dou said calmly: "I love this civilization, she makes me feel bad, and I admire many things and people. So I followed Lu Gong to the south, and this is also the most proud choice in my life."

Sun Chuanting stroked his beard, he didn't understand what Wang Dou meant, but he could hear the emotion and pain in it, this kind of...

It is difficult for Sun Chuanting to describe this feeling in words.

He looked at Wang Dou for a while, then sighed, "It's a pity that Mr. Lu..."

Then his expression was filled with righteous indignation, and he patted his thigh: "It goes without saying that Lord Hou is loyal, but some of the princes in the court did not do things properly. If Banghua Ligong is really confused, how could he be like this?" What about Master Hou? This officer really feels wronged for Master Hou."

Holding the wine glass in one hand, he just observed Wang Dou's expression.

Wang Dou smiled lightly: "He is indeed confused."

Wang Dou's voice was calm, but to Sun Chuanting's ears, it sounded like thunder roaring, his hand trembled, the wine glass almost fell to the ground, and he squeezed it tightly again.

He laughed dryly, his face was ugly, and he slowly fell silent, his face was a little hard.

Wang Dou said slowly: "Actually, I understand Lord Banghua's thoughts, but he should also understand one sentence: the death of the people and the death of the government! In all dynasties and dynasties, except for the Lord Shang, Fan Wenzheng, Wang Jinggong, and Zhang Wenzhong were all people. It's gone to ashes."

He glanced at Sun Chuanting lightly, and continued: "So on the other hand, if you want to keep the policy alive, you need people not to perish and power not to be lost! To be honest, I can't trust others, let alone those morons. , They have messed up the Daming country, what reason do I have to believe that they can manage it better?"

Wang Dou's eyes turned slowly: "I have spent countless efforts on this place. How can I give it up to others for nothing? I will not give up this foundation, let alone those who follow me! And want to This piece of foundation is more prosperous, and who is better than me?"

Sun Chuanting listened silently, and then said with a chuckle, "Your Majesty is right, you are so right. Come, let's drink for His bold words."

Wang Dou had another drink with him, and Sun Chuanting covered his face with his sleeve, and took it off after a while.

The two chatted, and Sun Chuanting tried his best to lead him to Shaanxi, implying that he also asked Wang Dou to support his work more.

Talking about the thieves, Wang Dou said: "Suppressing thieves is not a purely military matter. If it is not necessary, the public should kill less and start more from the civil affairs side."

Sun Chuanting laughed and said, "What Hou Ye said is true."

However, he had been concentrating on a question, and at this moment he couldn't help but said: "Just now, the four words that Lord Hou said about the death of the government and the death of the government are as deep as the feelings of the lower officials. It is true that in the past dynasties, Fan Wenzheng, Wang Jinggong, and Zhang Wenzhong were all defeated. Although Lord Shang was torn apart by a chariot, there was no one to stop the incident, why is that?"

He looked at Wang Dou eagerly: "Master Hou is the most wise, and he asked me for advice. I understand a little bit, but..."

Wang Dou looked at Sun Chuanting, and finally said: "Four words: interest groups."

He said: "What is an interest group? The gathering of like-minded people makes your strategy and your orthodoxy follow-up. Although Shang Jun's reform, although it damaged the rights and interests of some nobles, it was also supported by many people. These people who supported him, Form a large force, continue to carry out the reform, and make Shang Yang's reform famous forever, this is an interest group."

"As for Fan Wenzheng, Wang Jing, Zhang Wenzhong, etc., who is supporting them?"

Sun Chuanting kept nodding, his eyebrows were beaming, he concentrated on memorizing carefully, and even took out a small notebook from his sleeve, using a pencil, wrote on it quickly, and finally finished it, and put it in his sleeve preciously and preciously.

Looking at Sun Chuanting, Wang Dou sighed, and he said: "Mr. Sun's trip to Shaanxi is not easy. If you want to do something, it will be very difficult. It is a fluke that Wang can get this far, and I don't know how many people have traveled this way. The resentful soul, waiting to claim Wang's life."

Sun Chuanting laughed loudly. He poured wine for Wang Dou, and then raised his glass: "Why doesn't Sun know? It's just that a man can do something, and he can't do something! If Daming can live, I, Sun Chuanting, will die, so what's the matter?" ?”

He drank it all in one gulp, facing Wang Dou with the empty cup, with a sharp and gloomy light in his eyes.

(End of this chapter)