On the way to the Wenhua Palace, Emperor Chongzhen couldn't help but think of his former chief minister, Xue Guoguan, the one he eventually sent to death.
Once upon a time, when talking about the greed of courtiers, Xue Guoguan replied: "If the factory and the Wei get suitable candidates, who would dare to be greedy?"
The factory guards were like wolves and tigers. He had already seen this when he was still King Xin. At that time, he felt that this was a bit exaggerated!
However, Liu Weichao also said the same thing, and also suggested that he reset the West Factory to serve as his eyes and ears.
Emperor Chongzhen might not take seriously what others said, but what Liu Weichao said was from a historical perspective, looking at it from the perspective of hundreds of years later.
This certainly makes sense!
Also, when discussing the empty treasury with Xue Guoguan, who was the chief minister, Xue Guoguan once asked for a loan, saying: "The loans borrowed by the officials outside the group will be borne by the ministers; the loans borrowed by the emperor's relatives and relatives inside will not be borne by the ministers.
It cannot be decided by the emperor."
This idea coincides with what we are going to do now!
Emperor Chongzhen suddenly felt a little embarrassed when he thought about these things.
Because he felt that he seemed to be blind, indifferent to right from wrong, and killed a man who was supposed to be a capable minister!
Realizing this, Emperor Chongzhen couldn't help but begin to silently recall everything about Xue Guoguan.
After thinking about it, he became confused again!
Because from all the information he got, Xue Guoguan was corrupt, perverted the law, and formed cliques for personal gain. There was evidence for every one of them. It should be no problem for him to finally decide to kill him!
Thinking about it gave him a headache, and Emperor Chongzhen couldn't help but rub his forehead. It seemed that it was really difficult to know and employ people!
It’s really hard to tell who is right and who is wrong, who is good and who is bad!
Apart from anything else, Sun Chuanting, who was recommended by Liu Weichao, felt that he was not good enough, and he was imprisoned for several years for this reason.
The thieves are really too powerful. Sun Chuanting has made great contributions in the past, so he has to be reactivated now.
Unexpectedly, among the civil servants, Liu Weichao immediately recommended Lu Xiangsheng and Sun Chuanting.
Let’s talk about Lu Xiangsheng. He had already died in battle. At first, he obeyed Yang Sichang’s wishes and refused to even give his body to his family. Although he later restrained himself, he was never given a pension. It was not until Yang Sichang died that Lu Xiang was given the title of Prince’s Young Master.
The Secretary of the Ministry of War granted him sacrifices and burials.
"Alas!" Emperor Chongzhen couldn't help but hammer his head when he thought of this. He was so confused!
Suddenly, his eyes lit up, and he had an idea in his mind. By the way, isn't Liu Weichao here a few hundred years later? He can ask him for advice on how to recognize and employ people? Is there any loyal minister or general who can serve him?
Used?
Thinking of this, Emperor Chongzhen couldn't help but touch the sachet hanging on his chest. Feeling the treasure inside, he wanted to contact Liu Weichao.
But he immediately remembered that Liu Weichao seemed to have gone to bed to rest, so it would be difficult to disturb him at this time!
When he thought of sleeping, Emperor Chongzhen finally yawned.
At this time, the physical exhaustion finally made him feel a little tired.
However, the Wenhua Palace was about to arrive. Thinking of discussing matters, Emperor Chongzhen tried to cheer up and discuss matters first.
In the Wenhua Hall, the cabinet members and the Supervisor of Ceremonies were divided into two columns: left and right, and they had all arrived first.
Emperor Chongzhen waited for them to finish their salutes, and then said to them: "I have summoned you here this time for the defeat of Songjin!"
After hearing this, Zhou Yanru, the chief minister of the cabinet, thought that it was just as expected, so he went out and said: "Your Majesty, I have already discussed this matter. In order to boost the morale of the army, I sincerely request your Majesty to set up nine altars to commemorate the country.
The loyal Governor Hong! In this way, other governors and governors who lead troops abroad will feel the great grace of God and repay it by killing thieves, and they will die without regrets!"
"I second the proposal!" After hearing this, other cabinet members followed suit and said in unison.
The ceremonial supervisors generally do not express their opinions, so they do not speak. Unless the emperor asks, they will answer.
After hearing this, Emperor Chongzhen immediately said: "Let's discuss this later. I have another thing to say!"
In the original history, he agreed.
And in this dimension, because of Liu Weichao's butterfly effect, this matter has become a matter of further discussion!
His reaction was obviously beyond the expectations of the cabinet members. They were all a little surprised and looked up at Emperor Chongzhen together.
It's okay if you don't look at it, but once you look at it, you are suddenly surprised again.
Not only did Emperor Chongzhen look very haggard, but what was even more striking was that there was something hanging on the emperor's chest, which was very conspicuous.
What is that?
Is this the first doubt that arises among the cabinet and members of the Board of Ceremonies?
On the contrary, they actually expected Emperor Chongzhen's haggardness.
While they were in a daze, Emperor Chongzhen had already continued: "Songjin was defeated and the imperial army was completely wiped out. Money is needed for pensions and to rebuild the army. But now that the treasury is empty, this money is urgently needed.
, where does this money come from?”
Hearing this, Zhou Yanru, as the chief minister, came to his senses. Seeing that no one else answered, he had no choice but to speak back: "After discussing this matter with the six ministers and others, the specific regulations will be announced.
Your Majesty, let your Majesty make your decision!"
This means that this matter will be discussed again!
In the past, this matter was difficult and very important. If we were cautious and discussed it carefully, it would be in line with Emperor Chongzhen's thoughts and he would agree.
However, at this time, Emperor Chongzhen waved his hand and said directly: "I think this matter is of great importance and cannot be delayed. Let's just leave it like this. The cabinet will take the lead and raise money from the civil and military officials; I will be responsible for raising money from the emperor's relatives.
Your Majesty raises money, so that we can have money as soon as possible to rebuild the imperial army!"
"..." Zhou Yanru and others were dumbfounded when they heard this.
Emperor Chongzhen's statement was really beyond their expectations. Before the discussion, they had never thought of this possibility!
Thinking that Emperor Chongzhen had surprised them one after another, Zhou Yanru and others couldn't help but look at Emperor Chongzhen again, feeling a little unfamiliar.
Is this still the Emperor Chongzhen they are familiar with? Is this still the Emperor Chongzhen they can lead?
Thinking like this, they couldn't help but glance at each other. The meaning in their eyes was that they were wondering, who was secretly trying to seduce His Majesty?
At this time, a cough was heard from the Supervisor of Ceremonies, obviously alerting the cabinet.
Zhou Yanru turned to look at Wang Dehua, the eunuch in charge of the ceremony, and saw that he was shaking his head slightly. He understood the idea, turned back, and reported to Emperor Chongzhen: "Your Majesty, I think this matter is detrimental to the royal family's face and the prestige of the court.
It’s better to…”
Before he finished speaking, Emperor Chongzhen frowned and immediately interrupted: "The situation is already like this. How many times have I even issued an edict to blame myself? Does the royal family still have dignity? Does the imperial court still have prestige?
Really? Rebuilding the army is the top priority. Otherwise, how can we suppress the captives and thieves?"
When Zhou Yanru heard this, he lowered his head and rolled his eyes, signaling the cabinet ministers behind him to also speak.
But who would have expected that Emperor Chongzhen Qiankun said arbitrarily: "I am also tired, so this matter has been settled. Please do it as soon as possible!"
After saying that, he turned around and walked away into the back hall, leaving those people looking at each other in shock, but there was nothing they could do!