Zhang Yi increasingly felt that something was wrong. It would be much easier to handle if it was just the Japanese Guan Bai that had problems.
The imperial court only needed to issue an edict and issue some orders, but if it didn't work, they would kill the people and send troops to destroy the Japanese country. This was a small problem and not a big deal.
However, the people from Donglin Academy suddenly ran over, and the nature of the matter changed.
They have no idea they are seeking death!
"Yang Siqing, can you confirm whether it was the Japanese Guan Bai Ichijo Kaneliang who spoke ill of the emperor, or the people from Donglin Academy?"
Yang Shan thought for a long time and then said: "When Zhang Butang said this, it seems like those people from Donglin College..."
"Are you sure?"
"It's like this. When Kanyoshi Ichijo is with people from Donglin Academy, he often makes some bad comments, but other times... there doesn't seem to be any. Therefore, I think these comments may come from Donglin Academy."
Zhang Yi tensed his face and said: "What a nonsense. These people have read books and understand things. How can they discuss the national policy of the Ming Dynasty?"
Yang Shan said: "It is understandable that scholars discuss government affairs..."
"What Yang Siqing said is wrong!"
Zhang Yi waved his hands repeatedly and said: "Since it is a national policy, freedom should be designated by the central government of the imperial court. Donglin Academy is just a school. These people should have studied hard, obtained honors, and served the imperial court, but now they are openly boycotting the imperial examination and talking nonsense."
, it’s time to straighten out those who make irresponsible remarks about government affairs!”
Yang Shan felt a little confused when he saw Zhang Yi being so excited.
This person was a Jinshi in the first year of Yongle. He is now seventy-two years old. Although he is impressed by the new things everywhere, he really doesn't have the energy to learn new theoretical knowledge.
Relatively speaking, he is still relatively good at traditional Confucianism.
Therefore, there is more of an understanding of what Donglin Academy does.
There was even some resistance to the Sanyang rebellion and the drastic reforms carried out by the emperor.
Now I saw that Zhang Yi was already wearing a pair of trousers with the emperor, and I was even more unhappy.
"Scholars like to talk among themselves, so there is no need to control them too closely, right?"
Upon hearing this, Zhang Yi did not answer directly, but asked: "What is the profound meaning of Yitiao Jianliang's friendship with scholars?"
"If you have deep meaning..."
Yang Shan pondered for a moment and said: "From this man's words, we can see his longing for the Ming Dynasty. He believed that the prosperity of the Ming Dynasty and its people must be related to Feng Shui, so he communicated with literati and even discussed with monks and Taoists.
I heard that some Confucian scholars once said that they would like to follow this man to the Japanese country."
Zhang Yi looked horrified and said: "This man is extremely ambitious and should not be underestimated!"
Yang Shan said: "Since Guan Bai of the Japanese state cares about these things, it is also common sense."
Zhang Yi didn't think so, but said, "This matter is rather troublesome. Yang Siqing might as well go with me to discuss it with Duke Cao."
Although the cabinet has been abolished, Zhang Yi is still used to going to Cao Nai when he has something to do. After all, it is safer to have someone to discuss the matter.
Moreover, Donglin Academy involves more than just the Ministry of Rites. The forces behind these people are deeply intertwined. Many noble families have their children serving as officials in the court, so the Ministry of Personnel should be involved.
Yang Shan looked troubled and said: "It's OK, it's just my legs and feet..."
Zhang Yi realized that it was indeed a bit outrageous to let an old man in his seventies run around with him.
"Yang Siqing, wait a moment, I'm looking for someone to ask Duke Cao to come over."
The Ministry of Personnel and the Ministry of Rites were not far apart. A moment later, Cao Nai arrived in a hurry.
"What's so important... Yang Siqing, are you here?"
Cao Nai raised his head and saw Yang Shan, and quickly clasped his fists and saluted.
Yang Shan stood up and returned the greeting, while Zhang Yi gave a general account of the conversation between the two.
Cao Nai listened carefully and said nothing, but his face was filled with uncertainty.
Of course he knew about Ichijo Kaneliang's entry into the capital, which was now widely spread outside. Moreover, Donglin Academy came to the capital in droves, creating a huge commotion.
Zhang Yi asked: "I wonder what Mr. Cao thinks?"
Cao Nai then said: "Ichijo Jianliang is not a simple person, and his determination should not be taken lightly. In the Ming Dynasty, he frequently contacted students from Donglin Academy, and also visited various masters and hermits. Monks, Taoists, and Confucians were all involved. I think this person meant
Looking for ways to enrich the country and strengthen the army!"
Yang Shan still said what he just said: "This person is Guan Bai of the Japanese country. It is reasonable to explore ways to make the country rich and strengthen its army."
Cao Nai said straightforwardly: "It is impossible for the emperor to just watch the Japanese country grow and prosper. He is seeking his own death!"
Yang Shan was a little unsure and asked: "Is it so serious?"
"Of course there is!"
Zhang Yi took over the conversation and said: "Let's not talk about him first. Now Donglin Academy has a bigger problem. We need to prepare as soon as possible!"
Cao Nai asked: "You said that Donglin Academy has a bigger problem. Did you hear some rumors?"
Zhang Yi shook his head and said: "Now that the emperor is doing something, he will not let the news out in advance."
"These people have been making noises for more than a day or two, but the emperor has not taken any action."
"The Emperor just doesn't have time to deal with them. If they dare to do something extraordinary, I'm sure all these people will disappear overnight!"
Zhang Yi's words were very firm, without any questioning tone.
Yang Shan looked at the two of them and asked: "Even if there is a problem with Donglin Academy, it is because the law does not blame everyone. Will the emperor kill them all?"
Zhang Yi said calmly: "In the rebellion case some time ago, more than 300,000 people were implicated. In front of the emperor, there is no such thing as blameless!"
"Master Zhang, memorial!"
A civil servant stood at the door holding a memorial. Seeing Cao Nai and Yang Shan inside, he didn't know whether to enter.
Zhang Yi then said: "Put it aside for now!"
"Your Majesty, this memorial is urgent."
"What's so urgent?"
"It's about the etiquette of the day."
Zhang Yi asked again: "Who will submit the memorial?"
"Yuanwai Lang Sun Changhai."
Yang Shan suddenly asked: "What is the relationship between this person and Sun Changhe?"
The civil servant replied: "Brothers from the same clan."
Yang Shan asked again: "Zhang Butang, you mentioned Sun Changhe just now, why didn't you say anything?"
Zhang Yi was a little embarrassed and said: "I just came to the Ministry of Rites not long ago, and no one has remembered everything."
As he spoke, he took the memorial, opened it and took a look, feeling suddenly unhappy.
This Sun Changhai really didn't know how to live and die. He actually criticized the New Deal in a large amount in his memorial. At the same time, he also praised the Japanese Guan Guan for being both good at everything, for being smart and eager to learn, and for being a gentleman. In short, they were all compliments.
Zhang Yi read it and handed it to Cao Nai, who in turn handed it to Yang Shan.
All three of them have seen the contents of the memorial. Two words, nonsense!
Since the inception of the New Deal, the achievements have been obvious to all. This is a real contribution. It is impossible to erase these achievements just by the words of those scholars.