For many people in the Ordinance Department, they would rather never mention the military reform again. After the Qingjiao Rebellion was attributed to the disadvantages of the new law, many people were frightened and frightened. Faced with the overwhelming opposition to the Ordinance Department and
The two adults' criticisms made them think that the reform might have come to an end, and the two adults probably couldn't stand it anymore. However, the emperor did not hesitate to put an end to the matter by issuing a self-incriminating edict.
They were somewhat relieved. But in their hearts, they secretly said it was a fluke. Although the emperor protected the two adults, this showed how bad the situation had become. In this case, the confidence of the reformers was actually affected.
A huge blow.
In the past month or so, the atmosphere in the Ordinance Department has actually been dull. It is in sharp contrast to the past where the place was noisy, everyone spoke in a high pitched voice, and the confident temperament. Therefore, the atmosphere in the Ordinance Department is in sharp contrast.
The officials all realized that they had to keep a low profile at this time, and they could no longer act like they had in the past, and they couldn't cause any more trouble. They also believed that Lord Yan and Lord Fang would assess the situation and not rush forward with the military reform.
It's over.
However, at today's meeting, Fang Dunru's words still surprised them.
"Everyone, during this period, I and Lord Yan have carefully considered the implementation of the new law. We believe that we cannot wait any longer. It is imperative to reform the military and implement the disarmament law. The emperor fully realizes that redundancy
We must solve this hidden danger that is dragging down the government's finances. The purpose of the reform is to enrich the country and strengthen the army. Now the first two new laws have been implemented smoothly and have achieved remarkable results. But the effects they bring will be consumed, especially the army.
The complexity and hidden dangers brought about by huge military expenditures. Everyone must be prepared for this. As soon as the new year is over, Mr. Yan and I will once again ask the emperor for approval to implement the "Disarmament Law". Next, the "Law on the Placement of Generals", "Law on Preserving Armor" and "
"Weapons Law" and other related new laws must be introduced one by one without slacking off."
As soon as Fang Dunru said this, the seven or eight key officials participating in the meeting were all silent.
"What's wrong with you? Why aren't you talking?" Yan Zheng asked in a deep voice.
In the silence, an official spoke. This person is the head of the implementation and supervision department of the Ordinance Department. His official title is Xiangdu Lisi. The officer in charge is named Chen Sheng. This person is a serious student. Since the beginning of the reform, he has been
One of the strongest backbones.
"My lords, I have an immature idea. I think this matter needs to be slowed down a bit. The last incident has just settled down. Is it a little too hasty to bring up the military reform now?"
? The lower official is worried that this will arouse some criticism. Regarding the military reform, Yang Jun has always resisted, and he will definitely oppose it. Moreover... the last Qingjiao chaos... the new law has been criticized, can it wait?
Is it better to wait for the rumors to subside before launching the project?"
"Wait a minute? Can it be slowed down? Do you know the situation the imperial court is facing now? We, the Zhou Dynasty, are already at odds with the Liao Kingdom. Maybe in a few months, or even tomorrow, the two countries will go to war. If the military situation does not change, the two countries will go to war.
, the combat power is low and the army is not strong, how can we win the war? The military expenditure is extravagant, dragging down the finances, various affairs cannot be advanced, and the taxes collected have been swallowed up by the bottomless pit of the army. If it does not change at this time, when will it change again?
?In the end, I am afraid that we will end up with no money to fight, and all the money will be wasted. If we wait any longer, we will regret it. We must make an immediate decision and immediately reduce our troops and reform." Yan solemnly shouted.
"But sir, have you forgotten about the Qingjiao incident? The aftermath of that incident is still there, don't you two adults consider the impact? Xiaguan often goes to the state capital to contact the local government. Now everyone below is talking about us
The new law has drawbacks and has caused chaos. Local officials said that they are extremely concerned about this matter and dare not vigorously implement it for fear of causing more trouble. The subordinates feel that we should resolve this matter now and then
Make some adjustments to the provisions of the "Changping New Law" and the "Employment Law". This is the top priority. Rather than rushing to the next step." Chen Sheng still has some insights, and he is also diligent in thinking, so he is also cautious about these things.
Some opinions of my own.
"Chen Sheng, you bastard. Where did you get these ideas? Why do your words sound like the tone of someone who was expelled from our Ordinance Department before? Your thoughts are terrible. Now that you are in the Ordinance Department, you are the only one
The purpose is to implement the new law and achieve the goal of enriching the country and strengthening the army. No other distracting thoughts can be allowed. Do you, like outsiders, think that the Qingjiao rebellion was caused by the new law? It is simply an asshole." Yan Zheng scolded in a stern voice.
Chen Sheng frowned and did not dare to say anything more, but he still had reservations in his heart and still insisted on his point of view.
"Apart from Chen Sheng, do you think so too?" Fang Dunru said in a deep voice.
Seven or eight people on the table were silent. Only one person stood up and said: "The views of the official and Mr. Chen are different. The official supports the decision of the two adults. The official plans to lead all the colleagues and generals of the school's public office during the New Year.
A bill on the work reform bill has been drafted and will be announced and implemented as soon as possible.”
When everyone heard the sound, they looked over and saw that the speaker was Liu Xiding, the chief writer of the Public Office for Examination and Writing. Everyone frowned. This guy is usually very arrogant and arrogant, but in front of the two adults, he pretended to be like a dog, blindly flattering, which is disgusting.
. He also likes to inquire and sow discord. Very few people like him. Today he behaves like this again.
Fang Dunru glanced at Liu Xiding, waved his hand and said: "You are the only one who agrees. Brother Zhengsu, it seems that our Ordinance Department needs to be rectified. The hearts of these people have begun to waver. We need to let them understand some truth.
Already."
Yan solemnly nodded and said: "Exactly, it is very necessary. If you don't agree with the new law, how can you implement this important matter that is related to the survival of the imperial court? Brother Dunru, please talk to them."
Fang Dunru nodded, looked at everyone, and said in a deep voice: "Everyone, a year ago, when the Ordinance Department was first established and the reform was about to be implemented, it faced a lot of pressure. At that time, everyone doubted whether the reform would succeed.
As a result, they all thought that I and Mr. Yan had ulterior motives and were messing around. At that time, many people who supported the reform were also swayed by this kind of public opinion and had a lot of doubts. I remember that at that time, I once faced the Ordinance Department.
Everyone said something and gave them a poem. I don’t know how many people still remember it.”
Liu Xiding said: "My lord, I remember that it seems to be a 'pine on Tingting Mountain'."
Fang Dunru nodded and said: "Exactly, Master Liu has a good memory."
Liu Xiding said: "Xiaguan has always remembered it. I remember that Master Lin was there at that time, and Du Weijian was also there. But now they have all forgotten their original intention and have all retreated."
Fang Dunru frowned and waved his hands: "Don't mention those things. People come and go, and people have their own ambitions. That's not a mistake. They have all served for the new law, and there is no need to talk about their rights and wrongs. Today I
I would like to present this poem to everyone here. The poem says: There are pine trees on Tingting Mountain, and there is a strong wind in the Sese Valley. The sound of the wind is so strong, and the pine branches are so strong. The frost is miserable, but the whole year is always upright. Isn't it not suffering from the cold?
, Pines and cypresses have their own nature. You appreciate them well, how admirable and admirable they are. The nature of pines and cypresses is persevering, brave in the wind and snow, not afraid of severe cold, and upright throughout the year. If pines and cypresses are like this, how can people be inferior to them? I will spend my whole life
What I yearn for most is to become such a person. I also hope that you, like me, can have the nature of pine trees and cypresses, noble and tenacious. Because you are on the same journey as me and Master Yan, I regard you as partners."
Everyone was quite moved and looked at Mr. Yan and Mr. Fang in front of them. They looked haggard and had gray hair. They worked hard every day. How many times had the people from the Ordinance Department left, but the lights in the public room in the back house were still bright.
The adults are still writing at their desks, or having deep and long conversations. The criticisms in the court come one after another, and many slanders and impeachments are coming like swords. However, the two adults do not take it seriously and continue to act wholeheartedly without seeing any trace of it.
Frustrated. Aren't the postures of pines and cypresses described in the song "Tingting Mountain Pines" exactly the character of the two adults? Firm and tenacious, uncompromising. With wind and frost swords, their faces unchanged, they stand upright on the cliff, as steady as Mount Tai.
"...Many of you must also know that when Vice Prime Minister Wu impeached me and Mr. Yan, he charged us with ten crimes. I wrote an article in response at that time. In fact, Mr. Yan and I didn't want to respond. We asked our hearts.
You are worthy of heaven and earth, so why should you care about their impeachment? We did this just to protect you and prevent them from destroying the great cause of the new law. I originally lived in the mountains of Songshan Academy, and Mr. Yan even moved to other counties outside Beijing to serve as officials. The two of us
No one originally had any intention of entering the capital to serve as an official, but the emperor warmly invited him and placed high hopes on him. I, the Zhou Dynasty, have also reached this situation, and there is no way out if we continue to change the law. At this point, I and Lord Yan came to the capital to take charge of the reform.
Mr. Yan knows that this matter is too difficult, but it is precisely because of the difficulty that we need to do it. If we are afraid of the difficulty and do not make progress, we can only watch the decline of the Great Zhou Dynasty, internal and external difficulties. One day, the country will collapse and decline. Later generations
In the history books, we people will be infamy for eternity. Therefore, when we took over, we made an oath, either not to do it, but as long as we start doing it, there is no reason to give up or retreat. Without this belief,
How can I persist until today?"
Everyone was silent. Several of them had experienced the ups and downs after the new law changes began. They knew the difficulties involved. Killing can only be done with a nod. Sometimes it is easier to die just by closing your eyes and kicking your legs.
Then everything is over. But this reform thing is just putting people on the fire. If you can't die, you can't live, you can only suffer. It can be said that today, if the reform has some effect, it will be two
