Huang Daozhou's attack on Yang Sichang was entirely based on the ideological standpoint of Neo-Confucianism. He believed that even if the world lacked talents, "unlucky people" like Yang Sichang who should stay in their hometowns and abide by the system should never be used, because this was against the law.
It is contrary to the laws of nature and the way of heaven. Yang Sichang could not resolutely avoid resigning, because he was greedy for wealth and position and had sinister intentions.
As for the negotiation of funds, it is even more related to the national interests. Even if there is a huge profit, it will never be done. What's more, he also believes that even in terms of immediate benefits, negotiating for funds will not work. And he said in the memorial: "No need.
It is said that money must not be used to build captives, money must not be achieved, and success must not last long. Even if money is paid, it will be completed for a long time. At present, where can the troops of Ningyuan, Jinzhou, Zunhua, Jizhou, Xuanfu, and Datong be withdrawn?
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But this logic is quite interesting. Huang Daozhou seems to think that since it is difficult to arrange the soldiers who were laid off due to peace, then we should not pursue peace at all. Can such brilliant logic be deduced? I sincerely offer my knee!
However, Huang Daozhou's status and reputation are far beyond those of a few ordinary officials, and the influence caused by his impeachment is also extraordinary. In such a trend, Yang Sichang's bribery and corruption of the country has almost become a public opinion
His achievements in carefully planning the ten-sided net were easily put aside, and no one was willing to judge his merits.
Fortunately, Emperor Chongzhen was not confused on this issue. Out of the arrogance of the Chinese emperor and the blind optimism brought about by the improvement of the situation, he was completely unwilling to consider the suggestion of "negotiating funds", but his trust and cherishment of Yang Sichang did not change.
And weakened. He also knew that the courtiers' attacks on Yang Sichang had a strong sense of clique. Although they agreed with him on the issue of "payment and harmony", their intentions were completely different. He still wholeheartedly trusted Yang Sichang, and at the same time prohibited any further discussion of the Qing Dynasty.
The problem of square structure and sum.
In addition, Emperor Chongzhen also cleared the way for Yang Sichang to ascend to the throne. In June, he once again conducted a major reshuffle of the cabinet. Before that, he removed his chief ministers Zhang Zhifa and Huang Shijun, He Fengsheng, and Kong Zhenyun from their cabinet positions.
, so there is no one in the cabinet who has worked with Wen Tiren, and the number of people has dropped sharply.
After that, Emperor Chongzhen began to "tease you." In order to enrich the cabinet, he first organized a strategy test for important ministers, personally proposed the questions, and presented the current problems such as frequent natural disasters, rogue bandits, lack of border pay, and disordered administration.
The main issues require ministers to come up with ideas and solutions.
But how come the ministers don't understand Emperor Chongzhen's heart? Everyone knows that Emperor Chongzhen has plans to appoint new people, but he wants to use this false examination to show his fairness to the ministers. Therefore, the ministers have no intention of answering the questions. More than half
Some people handed in the paper without writing a few words, and some simply handed in a blank paper. Important ministers also have dignity, and they also have the right to "refuse to play anymore."
Of course Emperor Chongzhen was well aware of this. He did not blame his ministers for their silent protests, but continued his strategy of "making fun of you".
Then, Emperor Chongzhen asked the Ministry of Civil Affairs and other yamen to go through the form of recommendation. This had not been implemented for many years. This time it was a comfort to the courtiers. However, the list of candidates was basically not adopted. In the end,
He still directly appointed five cabinet bachelors according to the candidates he had thought of in advance: Cheng Guoxiang, Yang Sichang, Fang Fengnian, Cai Guoyong, and Fan Fucui.
Emperor Chongzhen had a special motive for organizing this cabinet. Since for a long time, most of the cabinet members were poets, and although they were talented in literature, they lacked understanding of the practical affairs of various state departments. It was difficult for them to truly play the role of advisors and assistants.
He wanted to gather in the cabinet ministers who had practical work experience in major departments of the central government and were knowledgeable and capable to form an effective team that was familiar with the six ministries' official affairs. Therefore, all important ministers with practical experience were selected.
Of course, the person who attracted the most attention in this brief selection of cabinet ministers was of course "Yang Aiqing". Because he was still in mourning. He was already very deviant from the system by presiding over the Ministry of War in an ominous person. Now that he is in the cabinet, it is very difficult.
It was a bit shocking. Therefore, Emperor Chongzhen planned to let Yang Sichang serve as the chief assistant one day, because the position in the cabinet has always been determined based on the qualifications. He could only let Yang Sichang come in as soon as possible to make arrangements for the future. As for what public opinion will be like
After reflecting, he was not prepared to pay any attention to it.
Emperor Chongzhen had really good intentions for Yang Sichang's ascension!
Another problem brought about by Yang Sichang's entry into the cabinet was that the position of Minister of War needed a suitable person to take over, and that was Lu Xiangsheng. However, Lu Xiangsheng's father had died not long ago, and he went to Wushu one after another to request that he return to his hometown to attend the funeral.
However, Emperor Chongzhen had too many lice and was not itching anyway, so he stole his love again, and instead planned to order Lu Xiangsheng to take over as Minister of the Ministry of War in Rexiao. However, Lu Xiangsheng's promotion created a vacancy for Governor Xuanda, and Governor Xuanda was in charge of the Jingmen Fortress, so he could not
There was no one there for a day. Once again, there were too many lice and itching, so he appointed Chen Xinjia, the former governor of Xuanfu who was also in mourning period and was guarding the system in his hometown in Sichuan, to take over the post of governor of Xuanda.
Before Chen Xinjia took office, Lu Xiangsheng still stayed in the post of Governor-General of Xuanda; before Lu Xiangsheng took office as Shangshu, Yang Sichang still acted as the seal agent of the Ministry of War. As a result, the three senior officials in charge of military affairs were in mourning together, and they all served as
It was unprecedented in the history of the Ming Dynasty that an ominous person seizes the power of love and takes charge of one's affairs. It simply shows a lack of regard for human ethics.
Because there were too many objections in public opinion, and Lu Xiangsheng himself had recently lost his father, he was very determined to go to the funeral. However, he had no choice but to be resolute, because Lu Xiangsheng had also impeached Yang Sichang for not going to the funeral. But this way
, Emperor Chongzhen finally had to change the original arrangement, and Yang Sichang served as an assistant minister and also the Minister of the Ministry of War (this was unprecedented), and Chen Xinjia was still appointed as the governor of Xuanda. Jia Luxiang was promoted to the title of Minister of the Ministry of War, and he agreed to take up his post under Chen Xinjia.
Later returned home.
In this case, Lu Xiangsheng basically ignored government affairs in order to express his worried attitude, and was almost in a state of semi-resignation. However, this semi-resignation state later caused Xuanda's defense to suffer.
Great consequences have come.
"Charge!" Zhengbai Banner in front bravely rushed into the bunker.
"Prince Rui! This battle was so easy!" A counselor next to Dorgon laughed.
Seeing the Qing soldiers rushing into the dilapidated earth fort in front of them, Dorgon, the Prince of Heshuorui, yawned boredly.
After eliminating the threats from Mongolia and North Korea, the Manchu Qing Dynasty began to deal with the Ningjin Defense Line, which was built under the leadership of Sun Chengzong at that time and was the greatest threat to them.