Chapter 937: Changsun Wuji’s efforts to draw fuel from the bottom of the cauldron
The autumn rain in the south of the Yangtze River is lingering, and the grass and trees in Guanzhong are already rustling and the cold wind is howling.
His Majesty Li Er, who spent a whole summer wandering in the Kunming Pool, finally returned to Chang'an after autumn, and the Tai Chi Palace, which had been idle for several months, became lively again.
In the Shenlong Hall, the Earth Dragon Burn was scorching hot, and the cold wind outside the window swept over the leafless treetops, making a sharp "Woo-Woo" sound.
Having just completed the Winter Solstice Sacrifice Ceremony, His Majesty Li Er left several ministers behind to discuss important matters.
The palace was as warm as spring. His Majesty Li Er sat in the main seat and ordered the maids to serve fragrant tea to the ministers in front of him. The monarch and his ministers all gasped for a while, and their frozen bodies relaxed.
"Winter Solstice" was an extremely important festival in ancient times.
During the Zhou and Qin Dynasties, November in winter was the first month, and the winter solstice was the beginning of the year to celebrate the new year. The winter solstice as a festival originated in the Han Dynasty, flourished in the Tang and Song Dynasties, and is still used today.
In the Han Dynasty, the Winter Solstice was regarded as the "Winter Festival", and the government held a congratulatory ceremony called "Winter Festival". Officials had regular holidays, and the official custom of "Winter Worshiping" to congratulate each other was popular. There is such a record in "Book of the Later Han Dynasty": "Before and after the Winter Solstice"
"A gentleman should be in peace and quiet, all officials should do nothing, do not listen to politics, and choose auspicious times to save trouble." Therefore, on this day, the imperial court will have a holiday and rest, the army will be on standby, the border fortress will be closed, the business and travel will be closed, relatives and friends will give each other delicious food, visit each other, and have fun.
Celebrate a festival of "quietness and tranquility". During the Wei, Jin and Six Dynasties, the winter solstice was called "Ya Sui", and people had to pay homage to their parents and elders. After the Song Dynasty, the winter solstice gradually became a festival to worship ancestors and gods.
In the Sui and Tang dynasties, the winter solstice was a day for worshiping heaven and ancestors. On this day, the emperor would go to the countryside to hold a ceremony to worship heaven, and on this day, people would worship their parents and elders...
His Majesty Li Er took a sip of hot tea, stretched his hands and feet, and asked: "Is there any emergency military report from the north recently?"
Every year when the weather gets cold, barbarians outside the Great Wall will invade and plunder, grabbing supplies and food for the winter.
A few days ago, herdsmen from several Tuyuhun tribes close to the border with the Tang Dynasty entered the country to burn, kill and loot, which greatly disturbed the people, soldiers and civilians. The military towns in Hezhou and Minzhou reported to the Central Government and asked the Central Government to dispatch troops to support them.
, in case Tuyuhun invades the border.
Li Ji solemnly said: "Reporting to your majesty, the current situation is not bad. However, there is a severe drought in Tuyuhun and Tubo this year. The grain is not abundant and the water and grass are withered. If there is a severe winter, it will be difficult to survive. Therefore, the ministers have coordinated with Qinzhou and Qi.
There are five states including Zhou, Xingzhou, Lizhou, and Mianzhou. Each of them dispatched an elite force to the border to guard against barbarians who would destroy their boats and invade and plunder on a large scale without food or clothing, so that the border would be safe."
His Majesty Li Er nodded happily.
Since Li Jing took office as Minister of War, the military affairs of both Korea and China have been in good order, and all relevant border security threats have been prepared and prepared for emergencies, so that the barbarians will not be invaded until they have to urgently mobilize troops and be in a hurry.
His Majesty Li Er nodded, changed the topic, and asked: "Does the Shipping Department of Huating Town have a report to submit?"
The operation of the Shipping Department is the top priority at the moment, and it is no exaggeration to say that it attracts the attention of the whole country.
Tang Jian, who had just been transferred to the Ministry of Civil Affairs, replied respectfully: "Your Majesty, a submission was delivered yesterday. In the submission, Huating Hou said that everything went well. Two hundred and nineteen shops have applied for sea trade qualifications, including two hundred.
Eight companies were issued business licenses after being approved by the Municipal Shipping Department. A total of 3.76 million guan was collected as deposits. The tax revenue for the first month is still being calculated and is expected to be around 200,000 guan. It will be reviewed after
, he will be escorted to Beijing and paid into the treasury of the Ministry of Civil Affairs."
Tang Jian originally planned to serve as Minister of Civil Affairs after retiring from the post of Minister of the Ministry of Industry, but he was appointed Minister of the Ministry of Civil Affairs by His Majesty Li Er. At first, Tang Jian was not willing to do it. Everyone knew that the Eastern Expedition was imminent, and everyone in the imperial court was worried.
To save money on food and clothing, the Ministry of Civil Affairs, as the Ministry of Civil Affairs that controls the financial power of the empire, has the greatest responsibility.
He has long been successful and famous, and his descendants have all settled into official positions. He no longer has any political aspirations, let alone the ambition to further take charge of the political hall, so he is very resistant.
However, His Majesty Li Er insisted on this, and he did not dare to postpone it...
Who would have expected that there would be good news just after taking office. The operation of the Huating Town Shipping Department is like a re-opening of a money-making company. It has a monthly income of hundreds of thousands of silver coins from the beginning of operations, which greatly eases the treasury of the Ministry of Civil Affairs.
The emptiness is urgent.
It is naturally interesting to be the minister of the Ministry of Civil Affairs. Who in the various yamen should not pay small compliments?
When he reported the number, he heard a sound of breathing in his ears...
This Fang Jun is simply a god, and there are endless ways to make money. Is it possible that he is really the reincarnation of the "God of Wealth"?
Invariably, everyone subconsciously looked at Fang Xuanling, who was on the lower left side of the emperor.
Fang Xuanling was sitting upright, with drooped eyelids and a motionless face.
But my heart couldn't help complaining: How can this bastard be so tormented? He doesn't follow me...
There is no mention of "deposit" in the "Business Planning Plan" submitted by Fang Jun to the Political Affairs Hall. This is a temporary trick made by Fang Jun based on his whims. Even if it is not approved by the Political Affairs Hall, it is implemented without authorization. Ordinarily this kind of behavior
It is absolutely inappropriate. No matter what is good or bad, no one can be unorganized and undisciplined, right?
But this move is undoubtedly a favor to His Majesty the Emperor. What worries the Emperor the most is money...
Fang Xuanling took a look at His Majesty Li Er's face, thought for a moment, and said: "Your Majesty, this so-called 'security deposit' has not been reported to the Ministry of Civil Affairs, nor has it been approved by the Political Affairs Hall. Fang Jun's behavior in Huating Town
It is an act without authorization, and I sincerely request your Majesty to deal with it."
With just one sentence, several ministers who wanted to make a fuss about this matter choked up and obediently shut their mouths.
Although the "guarantee" was obtained in the millions, fundamentally speaking, this was a decision that was beyond Fang Jun's authority and was tantamount to disregarding the laws of the court. Just imagine, if the governors of all states, prefectures and counties all over the world could make up their own names and make money without authorization
What will be the consequences for money?
Even if the money eventually flows into the national treasury, this precedent must not be set. This was a perfect opportunity to impeach Fang Jun. Even if the emperor felt happy, he had to severely punish Fang Jun in accordance with the court laws.
But the problem is that when Fang Xuanling stood up and personally accused Fang Jun and asked for punishment, it was difficult for others to interrupt. This was obviously Fang Xuanling's tactic of retreating in order to advance. Since he had already said that his son should be dealt with, the emperor followed suit.
If it is a small punishment, it is definitely not appropriate for others to make further remarks to aggravate the punishment.
Unless you want to break up with Fang Xuanling and be hated by His Majesty the Emperor...
His Majesty Li Er was very happy just now. He had not yet thought of the key to this. He was a little surprised to see Fang Xuanling's "righteousness to kill relatives", but he understood Fang Xuanling's intention in a flash.
But the emperor was very dissatisfied.
After understanding the reason why Fang Xuanling "hurt herself eight hundred times", she then thought by extension why Fang Jun did this?
For such a brilliant idea, as long as a memorial is given to the court in advance to explain its operation and benefits, neither the Ministry of Civil Affairs nor the Political Affairs Hall or even His Majesty Li Er will have any reason to stop it.
But why did Fang Jun do this quietly and privately, giving away such a big deal?
His Majesty Li Er was silent and pondered in his heart.
The ministers were silent, and the Shenlong Palace seemed a little quiet. Only a certain minister made a slight "suck, sip, sip," sound when he picked up a tea cup and drank water.
After a long silence, His Majesty Li Er showed a wry smile. He understood Fang Jun's intention of doing this.
The little bastard is in a mood...
"Your Majesty, I have something to say." Changsun Wuji said.
His Majesty Li Er glanced at him and said with a smile: "Auxiliary machine, you also want to read Fang Jun's book and let me punish him?"
There was a smile on his face, but he was a little bored in his heart.
After all, you are also a prince with countless meritorious deeds, but why do you always have trouble with a junior, and always add insult to injury whenever you get an opportunity? Ultimately, the incident involving Changsun Chong had nothing to do with Fang Jun. It was all Changsun Chong’s own mind.
Isn't it right that led to the final result? Isn't it just because of this that you never forget to do something wrong?
The air volume is too narrow!
Changsun Wuji seemed not to understand the meaning of His Majesty Li Er's smile, and said easily: "How could the old minister have such an idea? Strictly speaking, Fang Jun has lost his poise and violated the court's laws and should be punished.
But in the final analysis, this is a good thing. Such a sum of money will definitely fill the national treasury, which is also a great achievement. The merits and demerits are offset, and the old minister means no reward or punishment, right? But it can also be seen from this incident.
Fang Junzhi's talent is outstanding, and he is truly formidable. He deserves to be the most outstanding talent among the younger generation. Nowadays, both the chief and deputy general managers of Canghai Road have been appointed, and the shipping company has been officially opened. The prospects are promising, and the situation in Jiangnan has reached an unprecedented level.
Stability, these are also Fang Jun's contributions that cannot be ignored. The veteran believes that since the situation in Jiangnan has opened up, there is not much use for Fang Jun to stay in Jiangnan. Your Majesty has clear rewards and punishments, so why not recall Fang Jun to the capital and entrust him with important tasks to train him?
To reward him for his work?"
As soon as this statement came out, everyone in the palace was a little surprised.
Who in Guanzhong is not aware of the grudge between the Changsun family and Fang Jun? The cause of the incident actually has nothing to do with Fang Jun, but the hatred of the Changsun family towards Fang Jun has never been concealed.
Why are you saying good things to Fang Jun now?
Fang Jun is now the Marquis of Huating, and his last official position was that of the chief marching officer of Canghaidao. If he is recalled to Chang'an and "entrusted with important tasks", what kind of official position will he be?
It is estimated that at least it has to be the official position of the Six Ministers!
Six ministers who are not yet twenty years old...
Everyone felt that it was strange. Although in ancient times Gan Luo worshiped Prime Minister Meiyu at the age of twelve, Gan Luo was only named "Shangqing" by the King of Qin. His status was equivalent to that of Prime Minister. In fact, it was just an honorary title and had no real power.
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Is the Tang Dynasty about to usher in a six-book minister who is under 20 years old and has real power?
In the midst of doubts, I suddenly heard someone say loudly: "Your Majesty, you must not do this!"