Everyone felt that Chen Xi had helped Wang Lingzhi too much.

Before, Wang Lingzhi fell with students from the Military Academy, and his intention was too obvious. Now, Wang Lingzhi was asked to speak first, so that everyone knew that Chen Xi wanted to promote Wang Lingzhi.

Moreover, what Wang Lingzhi said was really not nutritious. The Ming Dynasty kept the defensive in its combat strategy against the Tatars, and many people regarded defense as the golden rule of fighting against Mongolia.

I already had prejudices in my heart, so I didn't agree with what Wang Lingzhi said. No one thought that Wang Lingzhi performed very well, but Zhu Houzhao had surprise in her little eyes.

Although Wang Lingzhi's words were simple, they were exactly what Zhu Houzhao thought.

Zhu Houzhao has never advocated defense. The young man is full of energy and blood. As the saying goes, a newborn calf is not afraid of tigers, does not know that the war is cruel, and has always advocated radically starting a war with the Tatars.

Chen Xi said, "I really cannot agree with General Wang's words."

In one sentence, everyone's eyes were attracted.

Zhu Houzhao asked in surprise: "Mr. Chen, do you think what General Xiao Wang said is unreasonable? I think it would be better to fight against the Tartars and take the initiative..."

"For example, when the Emperor of the First Emperor, he beat the Tartars twice to the ground for their teeth, which was a strategy of taking the initiative. Moreover, in this battle of Xuanfu, the Tartars were already arrogant. Shouldn't they defeat them head-on and let them know how powerful my Ming soldiers are?"

Although most of the people present felt that they should take a defensive position when fighting against the Tatars, they understood one truth after hearing Zhu Houzhao's words, that is, no matter what their views are, if they want to be appreciated by the emperor, they must take the initiative to welcome Zhu Houzhao, who is the lord of cooperation.

Although defense is a hard truth, the little emperor in front of him has a radical personality and advocates offense.

With everyone's surprise or hopeful eyes, Chen Xi said calmly: "Your Majesty has seen General Wang fight against all the students before, what do you think?"

Zhu Houzhao smiled bitterly and said, "Mr. Chen, I also know General Xiao Wang's ability. You don't need to emphasize it again and again, right? The battle just now was not comparable. General Xiao Wang is one of my top military generals in the Ming Dynasty. How can these students who have never experienced actual combat be compared?"

Chen Xi asked: "If on the battlefield, Your Majesty thinks that these thirty students will take how to fight with General Wang to ensure that their side wins? Could it be that they will take turns to attack like before?"

Zhu Houzhao frowned instantly, pondered for a long time before shook her head and said, "Of course not, we must play to our strengths and avoid our weaknesses..."

Speaking of this, many truths are actually obvious.

Chen Xi said seriously: "As Your Majesty said, the confrontation between the two countries involves border stability and the lives of the soldiers of the three armies, so we must naturally play to our strengths and avoid our weaknesses. The Tatars have been enemies with heaven since ancient times, living in a bitter and cold environment in the extreme north, and survival of the fittest has led to the elimination of those thin and weak bodies and low individual combat capabilities being eliminated. They have grown on horseback since childhood, and the tactics of attacking head-on to defeat the opponent with strong force are the strengths of the Tatars. If our Ming army confronts tit, wouldn't it be a matter of attacking the opponent with one's own shortcomings?"

Zhu Houzhao opened her mouth and faced Chen Xi, who was eloquent, she found that she had no way to argue.

Chen Xi said again: "It is undeniable that General Wang's single combat capability is indeed stronger than most of the Di Yi soldiers. He can fight ten or even dozens of them with one person, but with only one person's strength, how can he pacify the grassland and promote the prestige of our Ming Dynasty?"

Suddenly someone came out from behind and said, "Shangshu Chen, you are so arrogant and ambitious that you are not suitable for your own prestige?"

The speaker's voice is clear and loud, with a strong doubt in his tone, as if he has a deep understanding of the military.

Zhu Houzhao was waiting for people outside Chen Xi to speak, and immediately asked with a smile: "Chen Qing family, is this person from your Ministry of War?"

Chen Xi looked at the person who spoke, and was in his early thirties and was of medium shape. He described it as thin, but there were too many people in the Ministry of War, and he did not know each one. After all, there were many people in the Ministry of War in the foreign affairs office. Only when the emperor summoned him would he put down his work and gather together.

The man saluted: "The humble minister Hu Lian, the Ministry of War, is the government to observe the politics and meet your Majesty."

When Chen Xi heard the man telling his home, he showed a knowing smile on his face. This name was not unfamiliar to him.

Hu Lian, whose courtesy name is Chongqi, was nicknamed Nanjin. He was from Shuyang County, Huaian Prefecture, Nanzhili. His great-grandfather was Hu Gang, a famous filial son of the Ming Dynasty. He was a Jinshi in the 18th year of Hongzhi.

This man was one of the few Confucian generals in the Ming Dynasty. When he was the military commander of Fujian and Guang, he had fought against Folang Ji people many times and won a great victory. In history, Hu Lian introduced Folang Ji cannons to the Ming Dynasty and vigorously imitated and promoted them.

However, what was promoted by Hu Lian in history was completed for Chen Xi decades ahead of schedule in this time and space.

Thinking of this, Chen Xi looked at Hu Lian curiously, wanting to see what is special about this person who has left his name in history... It is really a privilege to have a generation of famous ministers to become their subordinates.

Chen Xi said in his heart: "After I became an official, I was able to rise to the top because of the Folang machine cannon... The use of the Folang machine cannon is an important symbol of the evolution of the Ming Dynasty from the cold weapon era to the hot weapon era. It is not easy for Hu Lian, who was a Jinshi, to have such insights."

When Zhu Houzhao heard Hu Lian’s self-recommendation, he didn’t pay much attention and asked: “Hu Qing family, do you think the words of Shangshu Chen are inappropriate, so do you have better suggestions? Do you think the Ming Dynasty should take the initiative to fight against the Tatars?”

Hu Lian was stared at by so many people present, and his expression was very nervous.

He is 36 years old this year, much older than Chen Xi, but his status is incomparable to Chen Xi. After all, he only passed the Jinshi exam and did not have any qualifications in the court. Although he can be regarded as a descendant of a famous family, he always lacks opportunities.

Hu Lian gritted his teeth and reported: "To your Majesty, I think that to cure border troubles, you need to take the initiative to attack, otherwise cutting the grass will not eliminate the roots, and it will only cause endless harm... The border has not been peaceful for many years, and the people cannot live and work in peace, just like a wound that will never heal, constantly consuming the national strength of the Ming Dynasty..."

When Hu Lian said this, he actually didn't get much recognition.

Because this is basically a cliché and full of clichés and nonsense, people these days can see the situation clearly. Although they all know that Hu Lian is saying something reasonable, more people still advocate defense.

Chen Xi thought to himself: "Hu Lian's words are pretty pertinent, but there are a little more places to do in vain... Perhaps this is a representative of the practical faction and is not good at speaking. As long as it is correct in terms of the principle."

Zhu Houzhao was somewhat acknowledged when he heard Hu Lian's words. After all, he insisted that attacking was the best defense... But what Hu Lian said was incomparable to the teachings of Chen Xi that he usually heard. Chen Xi put forward a point of view for a long time would be enough for Zhu Houzhao to digest.

Zhu Houzhao nodded slightly: "It really makes sense, but... the Hu Qing family believes that how should our dynasty fight against the Tatars head-on?"

Hu Lian didn't expect Zhu Houzhao to ask himself questions one after another. He had never thought about these words before. When asked on the spot, he was under the circumstance of so many people watching, and he was very psychologically under great pressure, but he remained calm and organized his language and said: "When training troops, casting weapons, and waiting for the soldiers to be well-educated, you will have the opportunity to fight against the Tatars head-on!"

"Um!"

Zhu Houzhao was very satisfied when he heard this. He looked at Chen Xi and said, "What does Chen Shangshu think about what Hu Qing's family said?"

Chen Xi smiled and said, "Isn't this consistent with the basic national policy proposed by Your Majesty? It seems that Hu Guanzheng has a deep understanding of Your Majesty's national policy and should be commended and promoted exceptionally so that more capable ministers can serve Your Majesty and serve the national policy of the Ming Dynasty."

Zhu Houzhao's eyes were wide open again.

After he became emperor, he personally promoted very few talents, and these people were either Grand Secretary of the Cabinet or the Six Ministers. They were basically teams left by Emperor Xiaozong. As for the promotion of middle and lower-level officials, he basically didn't have to worry about it, and all of them were done by Liu Jin.

This kind of thing that promotes a small official to become a pillar of the court actually gives him a strong sense of satisfaction.

Zhu Houzhao said: "Shangshu Chen is right. I should promote more talents and serve the country. Hu Qing's family, since even Shangshu Chen praised you for your ability, I also think you are young and promising, and you should promote it as appropriate... Shangshu Chen, do you think any position in Hu Qing's family is suitable?"

Chen Xidao: "I believe that Hu Guanzheng should be the head of the Wuxuan Qing official department."

Zhu Houzhao didn't even think about it and nodded and agreed: "Since Secretary Chen personally recommended the talents to me, I agreed... Hu Qing's family, have you been in the Ministry of War to observe politics? From today on, you are the head of the Ministry of War Wuxuan Qing Office. I have high hopes for you and hope that you can assist Secretary Chen and do your best in the past two years. Two years later, I will personally lead the army, so you can accompany me!"

"Thank you, your Majesty, for your kindness."

Hu Lian no longer knows how to describe his mood.

Just now, he was just indignant and stood up to question and expressed his dissatisfaction with Chen Xi's "nepotism". Who knew that Chen Xi did not disobey him and actually directly proposed to Zhu Houzhao to promote him.

A Wuxuan Qing official is already a sixth rank. According to the calculation that the Beijing officials are generally promoted to the third level, it is much higher than the seventh rank magistrate. If a Jinshi wants to get the actual shortcomings of the local magistrate, he will basically have to wait three years or even longer if it is not related.

A word made him lose his official position. Hu Lian felt like he was hit by a pie falling from the sky. He didn't even know where he was lucky.

Zhu Houzhao said: "This Hu Qing family is dedicated to the court and considering me. He is a model of ministers... Dear families, what do you think about this war? If you say it well and even help the final war, I will promote it as appropriate!"

Zhu Houzhao was very interested at this moment. With a casual word, he promoted a sesame official who was originally inconspicuous, and established his own majesty and allowed him to live a good life with the help of power. He could no longer help but want to promote a few more people.

Before, the officials of the Ministry of War were still obsessed with the Confucian doctrine of the mean, and did not want to express their opinions casually and cause unnecessary trouble. But now, after Hu Lian was promoted several levels, officials from the Ministry of War, as well as students from those schools, were all eager to try it out, and soon someone stood up to speak. Even if what he said was biased, at least after some detailed consideration, he said it very well.

After Zhu Houzhao ascended the throne, he rarely directly involved in court affairs. This time, he asked about the Xuanfu strategy in the conference room of the military school. The cleverness, wisdom and majesty he showed made him have a good impression in the minds of middle-level officials of the court for the first time.

Except for Hu Lian, no one else was promoted directly, but there were many people who were praised by Zhu Houzhao.

Even if he didn't speak so well, Zhu Houzhao didn't scold him. On the contrary, he would point out the highlights in his words, which made people admire and grateful.

After more than a dozen people came out to speak, Zhu Houzhao was a little tired. It was almost noon. Before he knew it, Zhu Houzhao had been staying in the military school for a whole morning. The officials stood around the sand table, with dry mouth and tired faces.

Chen Xidao: "Your Majesty, today's question is over. Why not arrange it later and find some relatively insightful civil servants and military generals to formally form a rear military command post?"

Zhu Houzhao nodded in praise: "It's so good. I have benefited a lot today. However, we must also consider the affairs of the court. You have been here for a while and may delay your official duties. In this way, the military service will be over today. In addition... I have passed my will. Any officials and generals who come here today will reward silver according to the official order and treat it as my reward. If anyone can make good suggestions in the Battle of Tatars in the future, I will definitely reward you again!"

Chen Xi looked at Zhu Houzhao with admiration.

At this time, Zhu Houzhao actually knew how to win people's hearts with rewards, which made Chen Xi feel "eyed with admiration". He thought to himself: "Although it is difficult to keep this kid away from eating, drinking and having fun immediately, it is finally the first step. Liu Jin left the capital and it may be an opportunity to slowly walk back to the right path!"

After the meeting ended, officials from the Ministry of War and students from the school saluted respectfully and each surrendered.

Accompanied by Shen Xi, Xiong Xiu and He Jian, Zhu Houzhao headed towards the gate of the Military Academy. Zhu Houzhao seemed very excited and took Chen Xi's hand and said:

"Mr. Chen, I feel good about the matters I am here today. I think that even if I don't discuss military information in the future, I can conduct such matters a few more times. Maybe I can find talents among the officials below."

"There is nothing more than wise and wise, I will obey the imperial edict!"

Chen Xi bowed his waist and accepted the order.

Qian Ning came in from the door and asked Zhu Houzhao for instructions: "Your Majesty, your car is ready. Will you just turn back to the leopard room?"

In front of the ministers, Zhu Houzhao regarded the leopard room as a taboo, and did not want people to know that he had lived outside the palace for a long time, thinking that this was a detriment to the emperor's majesty... This really meant to be stealing the bell. Of course, it was also possible that Zhu Houzhao had lived outside the palace for too long and felt that he should change the environment. After thinking about it, he waved his hand: "I want to go back to the palace, so you can arrange a guard along the way!"

Qian Ning was stunned and then looked at Chen Xi, thinking that what the emperor said had made Zhu Houzhao change his mind and return to the palace. However, Chen Xi just looked at him with a smile. Qian Ning subconsciously avoided Chen Xi's gaze, gave Zhu Houzhao a deep tribute, and then went to make arrangements.

Xiong Xiu and He Jian were old ministers in the court, and they were very pleased to hear Zhu Houzhao say they were going back to the palace.

Chen Xidao: "I wonder what your Majesty has to explain?"

Zhu Houzhao kept walking, holding Chen Xi's hand and said as he walked: "I have said everything I should say. I want to build a military command post in the shortest time. It is best not to set it up here. I always feel that it is a bit troublesome to come here. Why not set up the command post in the inner garden of the palace?"

Chen Xi shook his head: "It is inappropriate to set up the command post in the forbidden palace. Usually, someone should take turns in the command post to handle emergency military affairs in a timely manner... If Your Majesty thinks it is inappropriate to build it here, it may be adjusted to the Ministry of War. It is more convenient for Your Majesty to go from the Ganqing Palace."

Zhu Houzhao thought for a while and pouted: "Then it's better to set it up here. I don't want to walk to the Wumen Gate... Mr. Chen, I'm going to say goodbye!"

(End of this chapter)
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