Chapter 322: The chief assistant is also a minister
Zuo Liangyu has been in Henan for a long time. When the banditry situation in the Central Plains was serious in the twelfth month of last year, Yushi Houxun appointed Zuo Liangyu as the deputy general of Changping. He led more than 2,000 Changping soldiers to northern Henan to suppress the bandits, and he was placed under the command of Xuanmo, the governor of Henan. At the beginning of the year
, after several groups of thieves from Shanxi and Shaanxi were forced by Hong Chengchou to break through the natural dangers of the Yellow River and break into Henan, there were many thieves in Henan. Governor Xuanmo of Henan had limited troops and horses, so he could only focus on ensuring Luoyang and Kaifeng.
After waiting for the big city, they lost two prefectures and more than ten counties in a few days. At the critical moment, Zuo Liangyu led his troops to cross the Yellow River and fought several battles in a row to bring the banditry under control.
Zuo Liangyu was the deputy general of Changping, and he brought more than 2,000 Changping soldiers to Henan. However, according to Wen Tiren's knowledge, the left army fought in Henan for several consecutive battles. Not only did it not damage the muscles and bones, or dampen the vitality, but it expanded to more than 20,000.
Soldiers and horses, and Henan officials sent many memorials, accusing the left army of corrupt military discipline and killing good soldiers for taking merit. However, when these memorials were sent to the cabinet, they were unanimously suppressed by everyone in the cabinet.
He Ruchong, Zheng Yida and others suppressed the memorial to impeach Zuo Liangyu because Zuo Liangyu was protected by the censor Hou Xun, and Hou Xun was inextricably linked to the Donglin Party. Of course, the most important point is that,
Zuo Liangyu is a very important chess piece for them - things in Liaodong require Zuo Liangyu's cooperation. If he is captured, things in Liaodong will be difficult to deal with.
The reason why Wen Tiren suppressed Zhang could not be simpler. The imperial court really had no generals who could fight. Since the Saarhu War, the Ming Dynasty had used troops in Liaodong every year. There were several major and small battles, and almost all the capable soldiers in the country were exhausted.
, most of those capable generals were buried in the white mountains and black waters. Now, troops are being used everywhere, generals are everywhere, and they will complain wherever they are. Moreover, there are too few generals who are willing to work hard. Zuo Liangyu secretly expanded his troops.
That's not right. It's true that military discipline has been corrupted, but it's no match for the troops on the left who can still fight. As far as the current situation is concerned, if Zuo Liangyu is punished, everyone south of the Yellow River will suddenly fall into the hands of thieves.
.Wen Tiren still took the overall situation into consideration, so he could only choose to remain silent.
However, it was Hou Xun's idea to transfer Zuo Liangyu to Henan, and it was Wen Tiren who made the decision. Now Xu Guangqi wants to ensure that Zuo Liangyu is sent to Henan. Wen Tiren feels a little uncomfortable thinking about it. Although he understands that Zuo Liangyu is capable, but
He just let him go without paying attention to his thoughts. After hesitating for a moment, he interjected: "Your Majesty, Zuo Liangyu is already in Henan. Why did the Henan gentry turn a blind eye and instead asked the court for a good general to rescue him?"
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"What do you mean by Fu?" Chongzhen was also a little surprised. There was something wrong with this.
Wen Tiren said calmly: "I am afraid that it is because Zuo Liangyu is not qualified enough. In my opinion, if we want to send a good general to take charge of Zhongzhou, it is better to transfer Cao Wenzhao. If there is a Wenzhao, he will control Henan. People will take it seriously."
It’s safe.”
"Well, Cao Wenzhao was good, and Chen Qiyu wrote a memorial praising him." Chongzhen said as he pulled out Chen Zhe from the case, "He said that Cao Wenzhao was loyal and righteous, and taught him his plans and courage early, and he conquered the country for several years.
, Breaking formations and beheading generals, destroying the dead, attaining personal success, winning numerous battles, heroic and heroic strategies, and the style of ancient famous generals, which are rarely matched by generals nowadays." After saying this, he paused and looked at it.
Look at Xu Guangqi, "Hong Chengchou also said that Cao Wenzhao was great, and you often said in front of me that he was a rare and good general. I ask you, is Cao Wenzhao really as good as Chen Qiyu said?"
Xu Guangqi replied firmly: "People in Shaanxi say that Cao Wenzhao is the best general in the Ming Dynasty today!"
:) Wen Tiren also nodded and said: "Wen Zhao is indeed worthy of this title."
Chongzhen's expression changed, and he was about to speak, but he heard Xu Guangqi say again: "However, the imperial edict cannot be taken lightly. The imperial court ordered him to control the generals in Shanxi and Shaanxi in the past year, so as not to give different orders and the armies to fight on their own. Now I just saw
As a result, I have to transfer Cao Wenzhao away, I am afraid that the situation will collapse again."
"Old Ai Qing is right, it is necessary to change the order in the morning and at night." Chongzhen nodded, stopped thinking about changing Cao Wenzhao, and said to himself: "Let Zuo Liangyu be in charge of Henan, he is also a rare good general, always
Can you share some of my worries?"
"According to the decree." Wen Tiren knew that this matter could not be hindered, so he gave up his mind. Chongzhen put Chen Qiyu's memorial back to its original place, then looked at Xu Guangqi and asked in a normal way: "Old Ai Qing, Sun Yuanhua
, Zhang Tao is your disciple, what do you think should be done with him?"
"Your Majesty!" Xu Guangqi knew that this was his last chance to save his apprentice, so he hurriedly said: "Kong Youde returned to Yuanhua because he felt the kindness of Yuanhua. But the three people from Yuanhua left Dengzhou and rushed to the capital to see him for his crime.
, which shows his loyalty to the emperor."
"Really?" Chongzhen curled his lips and snorted, "Although you have a rebellious heart, are you greedy and bribery? If you use my military salary and the soldiers' living money to line your own pocket, and bribe ministers, is it also loyal to the emperor?"
Hearing this, Xu Guangqi knelt down with a plop. He did not expect that the emperor knew that Yuan Hua and others used money to clear the channel. His heart felt cold. Knowing that he was powerless, he could only plead: "Your Majesty
, Yuanhua, Wang Zheng, and Zhang Tao are both proficient in Western military techniques and skilled in firearms. They are indispensable talents for the court at present. Yuanhua has written
"What's wrong?" Chongzhen looked at Xu Guangqi and asked.
"During Tianqi, Feng Yi went out to inspect Qiantun and the cities in Ningyuan. He once said, 'Today we can't talk about annihilation, we can't talk about fighting, we can only stick to our plan. We should use mountains and seas as the foundation, Ningyuan as the gateway, and Guangning as the outpost.' His intention is to focus on this.
Guarding the pass. The former sponsor built Wei Zhongxian's shrine at the right time, and all those who built the shrine later were found guilty. Feng Yi was pardoned because he was a border official."
What Xu Guangqi means is that Zhang Fengyi is despicable and timid, has a dark mind and is cunning, works hard to gain profits, and is skillful in avoiding dangers. He is not a person who can hold a big position.
Wen Tiren immediately retorted: "Liu Ce is over. Fengyi will replace Liu Ce as governor of Jizhou and Baoding military affairs. He has restored Zun and Yong's four cities. To the west of Fengyi, he can help the weak, and he can increase the number of good generals, place heavy troops, prepare firearms, and prepare in advance."
As a military reserve, I sent out sentries to investigate many things, kept my feet firmly on the ground, and made preparations for every step of the way. I think this can be of great use."
Chongzhen knew that Zhang Fengyi and Sun Chengzong had different opinions, but at this time he hated Sun Chengzong, and the defeat of Dalinghe also made him doubt Sun Chengzong's intention to advance eastward. He couldn't think of a suitable candidate for the moment, so he weighed it for a moment and decided to use it first.
Take a look, if it doesn't work, it's not too late to fix it. But he didn't consider the important officials of the imperial court, and how could he try it out first as an official of the Ministry of War?
"Zhang Fengyi is the Prince Shaobao, Minister of the Ministry of War, and Shiyin Jinyi is the official." After thinking about it, Chongzhen said again, "Zhang Fengyi, Min Hongxue, Zhang Yandeng, and Liu Silai will meet me on the platform tomorrow."
After the announcement, there was no more business. Wen Tiren and Xu Guangqi resigned, and Chongzhen went to Kunning Palace accompanied by Wang Chengen. After Wen and Xu came out, Xu Guangqi could hardly hold on. After all, he was old, Sun Yuanhua, Zhang Tao
He is his beloved disciple, and Wang Zheng is also his old friend. He is of similar age and belongs to the Western school. He is known as the "King of South Xu and North". Now they are actually going to join hands on Huangquan Road. How can he not feel pain in his heart!
Wen Tiren knew the grief in his heart and saw that he was helpless. He hurriedly stepped forward to support him and advised: "Now that the matter has come to this, sir, please take care of yourself!"
Xu Guangqi's face was heavy: "Oh, Mr. Fu, I am a dying man. I only hope that my disciples will inherit what I have learned in my life. Now my most proud disciple is about to die. Do you think I can feel better?"
Wen Tiren didn't know how to comfort him, so he could only help Xu Guangqi move forward slowly and said: "The boss is the leader of the new school. The country is full of holes. Only people like the boss can plan, and there is hope for recovery."
"There is hope for recovery? Those who can return to heaven are dead! The rebels Kong Youde and Geng Zhongming were the generals brought out by Mao Wenlong; the traitors Cao Wenzhao, Zuo Liangyu, and Yuan Chonghuan were the generals, who is loyal to whom?
Isn't "treacherous" clear enough? Shouldn't "Mao" Wenlong be killed? How come your Majesty..."
"Shh!" Wen Tiren subconsciously stopped Xu Guangqi, shook his head, and sighed: "Because of this, the boss has to share more for the emperor, and also share some for me."
Xu Guangqi smiled bitterly. What else could he do now? The Western learning he was so proud of was destroyed by Kong Youde and Li Jiucheng. He didn't know what else he could do if he stayed in the court.
After walking forward in silence for a while, Xu Guangqi suddenly stopped and looked at Wen Tiren as if he had something to hide.
"Sir, if you have something to say, just say it." Wen Tiren vaguely knew what Xu Guangqi wanted to say.
Sure enough, Xu Guangqi begged him, "As an assistant to the officials, if I can give advice, I'm afraid things will turn around."
After hearing this, Wen Tiren looked at Xu Guangqi with a complicated expression. After a long time, Fang shook his head and whispered: "Fu is also a minister." :)