Emperor Chongzhen of the Ming Dynasty

Chapter 165 Du Yinxi went to Wuchang
Du Yinxi, as the governor of Huguang, was stationed in Changsha Mansion at this time.

The whole of Huguang is only south of Dongting Lake, which is the current Hunan area, and the Ming court can still carry out effective military and political rule.

The northern part of Huguang, that is, Wuchang, Huangzhou and other prefectures are often plagued by Zuo Liangyu. Even Huguang governors like He Tengjiao and Du Yinxi can only rule the southern part of Dongting Lake.

Therefore, He Tengjiao was in Yueyang and Du Yinxi was in Changsha.

Lilai Hunan is located inland, surrounded by mountains in the southeast and west, and blocked by Dongting Lake in the north. Therefore, in the relatively narrow area of ​​Daming today, the level of economic development is not as good as that of northern Huguang.

It was only in modern times, after the Westernization Movement began, that great people emerged in large numbers in Hunan, and their contributions to China far surpassed that of Jiangxi, Zhejiang and other provinces with great talent in ancient times.

Although Du Yinxi was appointed governor of Huguang by Emperor Chongzhen Zhu Youjian from Tixue Deputy Envoy, but in the entire Huguang territory, his power is naturally not much better than Governor He Tengjiao.

Therefore, Du Yinxi can only have an empty ambition to help the world and the people, but can't show it. He can only study with a group of aides about the countermeasures to prevent the Qing army from going south in the Huguang area, and then study the strategy of garrisoning the land and appeasing the people.

Taking advantage of the implementation of the tax exemption policy of the imperial court, Du Yinxi also recruited many refugees who could not bear the plunder of the left army to cultivate a lot of mountain terraces in Changsha, Changde and other places.

In addition, Du Yinxi also successively recruited many bandits who made trouble in the mountainous areas in western Hunan, persuaded them to serve the people, punished corrupt officials, and restored basic rule.

It is also because of this that Du Yinxi has a deeper understanding of the Peasant Army than scholars and officials like He Tengjiao, and it is for this reason that he took the initiative to suggest that the imperial court recruit the rest of the Chuang army.

In fact, he still hasn't heard the news of Li Zicheng's death. He just analyzes based on his own rationality and hopes that the court can put down the old hatred and negotiate a peace with Li Zicheng.

Du Yinxi didn't know what the consequences would be after his memorandum was handed over to the court, whether he would be criticized by the censors and officials for being ignorant and devoted to traitors, and whether His Majesty would hate him because of it.

But Du Yinxi has already prepared for the worst. When the situation is in decline and the nation is in peril, he does not want to protect himself wisely. Anyway, under the nest, there will be no eggs left, so why should he worry about it.

"Futai, Captain Jinyi is here and has been waiting for you for a long time!"

On this day, Du Yinxi was conducting a personal farming experiment with the outside of the city on the potatoes proposed by the Guangming Daily. Before he had time to wash his hands, he heard his subordinates report that Jin Yiwei was visiting.

In Daming, being visited by Jin Yiwei was never something to be happy about. When Du Yinxi's staff heard this, they immediately panicked: "Futai, could it be that the imperial court sent someone to arrest you?"

"It's a misfortune that can't be avoided, and a blessing that can't be predicted. You continue to plow the ground. I'll go back to Fucheng first and bring the horse here!"

After Du Yinxi finished speaking, he sat on a stone and changed into cloud-pattern boots and official robes, put on the black gauze hat, got on his horse immediately, and rode towards Changsha Fucheng.

"My lord, do you think it's a good thing or a bad thing for the imperial court to send Jinyiwei? The official position here is not small. It's Wang Peng, the governor of the town, after Mr. Bo Yangming of Xinjian in the past! There are more than 30 Jinyi school captains accompanying him. When you come out, you are full of murderous intent!"

As soon as Du Yinxi arrived at the government office, Zhang Hua, his servant, rushed to lead Du Yinxi's horse, and said: "From the chief envoy to the prefect of Changsha, these officials are all accompanying Jin Yiwei now, and they dare not come out to meet them. You are deeply afraid of getting into trouble."

"They have the ability to avoid disasters, but they don't have the ability to judge the situation. They are just a bunch of mediocre officials!"

Who knows, Du Yinxi suddenly burst into laughter again, in a good mood: "The imperial court wants to reuse me, Dumou!"

"How did the master see it?" the servant Zhang Hua asked.

"If you want to arrest me, why do you need the emissary to come in person, and why do you need more than 30 Jinyi school captains? It seems that they are here to escort. It is probably because there is something wrong with the intruder, or the court intends to appease the intruder!"

Du Yinxi walked in after speaking, and couldn't help smiling when he saw that all his colleagues were covering their faces and pretending to be ignorant.

At this time, Jin Yiwei's governor Wang Peng trotted towards Du Yinxi: "If it weren't for the holy edict, Wang would not dare to make such a mistake, and it would be really disrespectful to wait for Du Zhitai to come. "

All the officials couldn't help being shocked, wondering if the Jinyiwei came to arrest Du Yinxi, if not, why did the Jinyiwei Zhenfu Wang Peng treat Du Yinxi so politely?
"Since there is an edict, let's proclaim it first!"

After Du Yinxi finished speaking, he was ready to order someone to set up an incense table, but Jin Yiwei's governor Wang Peng couldn't finish his speech. Now His Majesty has an imperial edict. In order to save time, some red tape was removed, especially at this critical moment.

Therefore, Du Yinxi simply prostrated himself on the ground: "The minister is the governor of Huguang military administration, and the right deputy is the censor Du Yinxi to listen to the order."

"During the period when Chadu Yinxi was in charge of Huguang, he comforted the environment and calmed the people, and there were many good policies. Now there are good words to appease the intruders, which is very in line with my wishes. I specially appointed the governor of Huguang, the military and political affairs of the Guizhou theater, and the left servant of the Ministry of War. Prince Shao Fu, bestow a first-grade crown belt, and then rush to Wuchang to be responsible for appeasement of the rest of the Chuang army. Aiqing is responsible for the appointment of civil and military officials and personnel statistics of the Chuang army! Be sure to keep the Chuang army's heart safe, and cooperate with Li Yan to fight against the Qing in the future. The Azig Department of the Army is ready, here it is!"

Du Yinxi was very excited. He didn't expect that His Majesty would directly promote Huguang as his governor, and let him take charge of recruiting without any scruples.

The Ming Dynasty has the wisdom of a monarch, so there is no need to worry about the hopelessness of the country!

Du Yinxi was very high-spirited for a while, and made a long obeisance: "Minister Du Yinxi complies with the order!"

"Du Gong, please, here is another decree, which is to grant Li Yan the governor of Huguang, and you will pass it on to him when the time comes, and, your majesty asked you to bring a message to Li Yan, as your majesty said, Li Yan can understand the overall situation , Knowing the current affairs, standing on the side of Ming Dynasty at the critical moment, it can be said that the merits belong to the country, and the benefits will benefit the future. When the victory against the Qing army is won, it will be given as a gift by the prince!"

Du Yinxi nodded: "Please also ask the emissary to recite your majesty, please rest assured, my minister Du Yinxi will definitely do his best to keep one side of the territory for this great tomorrow!"

"It's not too late. The Qing army's Azig troops are pressing down on the border right now. I hope Du Gong will leave as soon as possible. In addition, His Majesty has already said that the local officials in Huguang are determined by you alone. You don't need to go through the court. In extraordinary times, extraordinary methods should be used." , Duke Du can see who can take away and entrust him with important tasks!"

"Prefecture and county magistrates may be available, but the third division is rare. I will draw up the list tonight and set off early tomorrow morning!"

Du Yinxi said.

"Then I'll wait for Du Gong overnight, and escort Du Gong to Wuchang tomorrow morning!"

Wang Peng said.

(End of this chapter)