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Chapter 678 Can't give in

After hearing Wang Xiaoli's words, Zhe Yanzhi waved his hand quickly: "Xuanfu misunderstanding! I don't mean that!"

Wang Xiaoliu said: "Du Cheng, does this mean irrelevant? What's the point? I have used countless efforts to build artillery, but I just hope to dedicate it to the court and use it well. Don't use such a powerful weapon in the military."

After saying that, I raised my glass and let everyone drink.

Wang Xiaoli's previous words made Zhe Yanzhi very embarrassed. There was nothing to say during the meal, and the banquet ended early.

When he returned to his residence, Wang Xiaoli washed his face and came to the front office. Seeing Wang Ruohai there, he said, "The Senate has not gone back to rest?"

Wang Ruohai said: "I am not good at drinking and can't sleep for a while, so I come here."

Wang Xiaoli sat down at the table and looked through the official documents on the table.

Wang Ruohai said: "Zhe Yanzhi came to Luoyang and said he wanted artillery, but Xuanfu did not obstruct him. But today's banquet was not very satisfied with this matter."

Putting down the official documents in his hand, Wang Xiaoli said: "I am a general of the court. The court wants artillery, so what's there to obstruct? It's natural to be dissatisfied with this matter. For such a big thing, Zhe Yanzhi came with both hands. The court has such a big face! Besides, listening to the meaning of Zhe Yanzhi's words, the court thought that we could defeat the Jin army on the battlefield with artillery. Thinking of this way, we have to suffer!"

Wang Ruohai was shocked: "Why did Xuanfu say this?"

Wang Xiaolien said: "The Senator thought that when the Jin army fought in Xijing and the pseudo-Qi were suffering from artillery, what would they do?"

Wang Ruohai said: "Of course, we sent people to find ways to steal artillery. There should be their people in Luoyang City now."

Wang Xiaoli nodded: "Yes, normal people will do this. However, when they sent people to Luoyang City, they could easily see the traces of these people and were stared early. We were very strict about artillery craftsmen, and they could not get the method of making artillery for a while. But if this kind of thing can be prevented for a while, how can it be prevented for a lifetime? Sooner or later, the Jin army will also get the method of making artillery. No matter how strict we prevent this, it is impossible to prevent it. So what the army needs to do is to carefully study the method of using artillery. Even if the Jin army has artillery, it is still no match for us."

Wang Ruohai was shocked: "Xuanfu means that if the artillery is in the hands of the court, he will not be able to prevent the Jin people?"

Wang Xiaoli sighed: "Even the imperial edicts of the court, Liu Yu often knew earlier than me, the border general. What's wrong with stealing cannons? I guess we donated the cannons and the Jin army would learn it in a year."

Wang Ruohai said: "If this is the case, should we remind Zhe Yanzhi?"

"What are you reminding me? Don't the court know?" Wang Xiaoli shook his head. "How to issue the imperial edict, how to issue the Xuan order, how to keep the post mail on the road confidential? The court has changed several times in recent years. What's the use? It's not that the system is not good, but that the court has no need for attitude. Before the Battle of Xijing, Liu Yu's envoy was doing his best, so which official dared to take care of it? It would be better if the war was won. However, the Jurchens were still doing what they wanted, and the government did not dare to take care of it at all. What can I do to remind Zhe Yanzhi in this way? It's useless!"

After hearing this, Wang Ruohai didn't know what to say for a moment, so he could only shake his head.

Wang Xiaolei said: "We should do our own business well, let them go for the rest. I read the official documents these days. The Privy Council asked us, and I heard that we were expanding the army, and I asked whether it was. The people below dared not say anything, so they could only leave it here and wait for me to come back. What is it difficult to answer? Just tell the Privy Council yes."

Wang Ruohai said: "It's different now than before. What if we privately expand the army and the Privy Council disagrees?"

Wang Xiaoli sneered: "What's the difference? Do our soldiers need to be raised by the Privy Council? We are generals of the court, so we naturally have to listen to the court. But when we face the Jin army on the front line, we cannot listen to everything. After all, we listen to the court's right words. If it is wrong, we will pretend that they don't know."

Wang Ruohai hesitated for a moment and said, "What if there is any violation of the edict, the court will send someone to ask for the crime?"

Wang Xiaolei said: "Then tell the visitor why we violated the edict! What else can we do? Should I tie my arms and walk to carry the thorns and apologize?"

Wang Ruohai nodded and said nothing.

With Wang Xiaolie's strength now, it should be said that he has been very respectful to the court. If the court is not satisfied and wants to go further, there may be a conflict. The general leads troops outside, even if he is loyal and the court wants to pick on it, he can still find many problems. Just like Yue Fei, he is self-disciplined among the generals, but he was finally rewarded by the court. Wang Xiaolie understands that the more he is respectful to the court, the more they will find their own problems.

This year, Zhang Jun drove away Kong Yanzhou, except Yang Mo in Jinghu area, and finally it was basically pacified. From Xingzai to Xiangyang, the Yangtze River waterway is now basically unobstructed. Since the previous time we arrived at Xingzai, the court's attitude towards itself has changed.

Recently, whether it is the Secretariat or the official documents of the Privy Council, the things they manage are getting more and more detailed, and their tone is getting less and less polite, which makes Wang Xiaoli upset. If he doesn't show his attitude and let the court continue like this, who knows what is next?

This time Zhe Yanzhi came to Luoyang, there was nothing to do with a cannon. The key was that he came with both hands. Even if the court had no money, he should express his attitude and at least give Wang Xiao a few jars of imperial bars. This was actually the attitude of the court, and he was dissatisfied with Wang Xiao’s hunting.

Thinking of this, Wang Xiaolie couldn't help but sneer. He left the official hall and came to the yard alone, standing by the pond and watching the blooming lotus flowers.

With artillery in the court, there will inevitably be ministers and generals who feel that they are like tigers, and their military strength is no longer different from before. At that time, my attitude towards myself was probably even worse. In addition to Zhe Yanzhi, there were also a large number of civil officials who came to Luoyang this time. Wang Xiaoli needs to think clearly about how to treat them.

Under Wang Xiaoli's rule, all his salary was found to be paid, and he never gave up his money, and he never owed the payment. Many officials were greedy for this treatment. Last time, the court said he wanted to send officials here, and a large number of officials took the initiative to come.

If you can come, Wang Xiaoli does not object. In this era, especially the imperial examination officials, they are outstanding talents selected from ordinary people. Even if they are allowed to learn to manage politics, they will learn faster than others. They have occupied so many prefectures and counties, and they do need them. But after they come, Wang Xiaoli will never allow him to change his governance philosophy. He cannot change his people, but he can't change himself.

Next, Wang Xiaolie has to face these people and deal with difficult things. To implement his own governance methods, not only may these officials be dissatisfied, but may also arouse suspicion from the court. Once Wang Xiaolie makes concessions, many things cannot be imagined.
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