Wanli seventh year, October 11th, afternoon.
Wenhua Hall, Nuan Pavilion.
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"Shi Yaochen and Lin Fiao are actually both good. It would be a pity to go away."
There was a charcoal fire burning in the Nuan Pavilion. Zhang Juzheng, wearing plain clothes and a horn belt, sat on a short pier and said regretfully.
Zhang Juzheng entered the palace to resign today - although he has only been in office for three months, he must pay attention to the process.
Of course, it is proper to discuss business matters before leaving and explain things to colleagues and disciples.
When Zhu Yijun heard this, he did not raise his head while reading the memorial: "Even if he has the talent to care for the world and kill things, it can only be a pity that he cannot be used by the New Deal."
He circled a memorial, put it aside, and picked up another one: "Besides, by forcing them to express their position this time, isn't it just to bully them and gain face?"
"Like those shameless people, they are still well hidden in the court."
Distinguishing friend from enemy is always the most difficult thing.
This movement in the southern suburbs seems to be easy, but in fact it has been allowed to simmer for several months before it can be effective in one blow.
Even so, we can only distinguish those who dance too hard and can't hide it, and those who are too embarrassed to hide it.
As for some courtiers who have the idea of ​​​​sitting down their salary and trying their best, they can only force themselves backwards, and there is no way to take tricks - their attitude will always be revealed slowly when doing things.
Zhang Juzheng put his hand on the charcoal fire to keep warm, and reminded: "More than 190 court officials have left this time, which has already damaged their muscles and bones. We cannot aggravate the situation any further."
What is the concept of one hundred and ninety officials?
At least 30% of the backbones of various ministries and departments are missing!
If it hadn't been for the two hundred subjects in the second year of Wanli and the fifth year of Wanli, and two hundred more Jinshi were admitted in each, the daily official affairs of various ministries and departments might have been affected.
When Zhu Yijun heard this, he couldn't help but smile: "How much? Not much."
What kind of person is this?
In history, the man on the dragon throne had a vacancy of 20 years without filling his post, so he lived his life just as usual?
He added Jinshi in advance and immediately started to replace officials. He was well prepared and could not cause any trouble.
Of course, Zhu Yijun still has no intention of escalating the situation.
Zhang Juzheng stretched out his hand to warm himself by the fire and looked at the emperor quietly behind the case.
Under the emperor's angular face, you can still vaguely see the shadow of his original childishness and precocity.
But in the blink of an eye, he was able to protect Zhang Juzheng from the wind and rain.
He saw the calmness with which he handled the memorial and was filled with emotion.
The emperor has really grown up.
Zhang Juzheng calmed down a little and asked: "How is Your Majesty going to end the matter of Qin Tian Supervisor System?"
Seriously speaking, this is still a bit unkind.
Even though it complies with etiquette and regulations, its motives are still criticized.
Of course, the current popular saying is not that the emperor cannot do this, but that Zhang Juzheng is not qualified to let the emperor do this - which has completely ruined the emperor's reputation.
Zhu Yijun slowly put down the ink pen in his hand and looked up at Zhang Juzheng.
He glanced at Mr. Shoufu's rapidly thinning hair and said in deep thought: "I am planning to issue a decree to order Diange Grand Bachelor, Six Bu Shangshu, Du Yushi, and Qin Tianjian to further their studies. After graduation, they will receive a job and be designated as
Forever."
"After all, it is unrealistic for Shen Shixing and the others to be like Yuan Fu and refer to the classics."
It's not that Shen Shixing isn't smart enough, but that the cabinet ministers' reference seems frivolous in itself.
Now relying on Hai Rui to supervise the exam and using his reputation to endorse it, the officialdom of Shilin University cannot say anything.
But we definitely can’t do the same thing in the future, so we might as well form a customization.
Think of it as a privilege given to the cabinet and second-rank yamen.
Zhang Juzheng unconsciously touched the top of his head and said, "There won't be any resistance to doing this now."
Zhu Yijun shook his head and said nothing.
It is also because his prestige is not as good as that of Emperor Taizu Gao, and he is not qualified to create the ancestral system alone with just one word. Otherwise, how could he be like now and can only use this ancestral system.
But...it must not be too far away.
After approving the last memorial, he put down his pen and stretched: "Let's go, I'll take you to the Meridian Gate."
Seeing this, Zhang Juzheng also stood up: "I can go on my own, I don't dare to work for Your Majesty."
Zhu Yijun smiled and said: "Sir, you are now more polite. I can't send many of the cabinet ministers to the Meridian Gate at the beginning. Yesterday, I still helped Ma Gong to leave. Didn't he accept it calmly?"
After that, he turned around and walked out.
Zhang Juzheng followed helplessly and argued: "I am in a different situation from Mr. Ma. I will leave here and come back in March."
The restriction lasted for three months, but I was given extra leave for traveling, so I returned in March.
Zhu Yijun pushed open the door of the Nuan Pavilion, and a gust of cold wind blew in. The old man and the young man all shrank their necks.
The ministers outside the door quickly came forward, put a great cloak on the emperor, and handed another one to the hands of the chief minister.
Zhu Yijun rubbed his face: "Has Yuan Fu visited Mr. Gao and Mr. Lu?"
He didn't ask Ma Ziqiang because the latter had gone to see Zhang Juzheng.
Zhang Juzheng relied on himself and put on his big cloak: "I have been there this morning. Zi Xiang is still the same as before. He is conscious but can't get off the ground. However, He Qing's phlegm disease has improved slightly."
When Zhu Yijun heard this, he sighed and seemed to be talking to himself: "When I finish my work these days, I will go and see them."
While the two were talking, they walked out from under the eaves of Wenhua Hall one after another.
Zhang Juzheng followed the emperor on the right, half a step behind. Seeing that the ministers were following him at a distance, he continued the topic: "Your Majesty will add ministers to the cabinet."
It was okay to let him go if he wanted to do it before. Now if he doesn't support the cabinet ministers, Shen Shixing will be so busy working that he will fall ill.
Speaking of this, Zhu Yijun couldn't help but feel a little regretful: "The original intention was to have Yu Youding join the cabinet after completing the Shandong Salt Administration. Unfortunately, he is now tied to the position of governor of Shandong."
After saying that, he turned to look at Zhang Juzheng with an unclear meaning: "Sir, do you think Wang Xilie is sleeping?"
He couldn't remember when Wang Xilie died.
However, he was nearly fifty years old and died of heart failure within just two months after taking office. It is difficult not to think too much about him.
Zhang Juzheng was silent for a moment and then replied seriously: "Your Majesty, don't think too much about unreasonable things."
Zhu Yijun was speechless.
There is no snow in the sky, only the winter wind blowing back and forth.
Zhu Yijun tightened the cloak on his body with his hands, skipped the topic just now, and continued to talk about the addition of ministers: "I prefer Wang Xijue to be the Minister of the Ministry of Personnel. When Mr. comes back, I will let him return to the Ministry of Personnel and work in the cabinet."
Zhang Juzheng was not surprised when he heard this. After all, the emperor had planned to let this person enter Beijing at the beginning of the year.
But he still couldn't help but comment: "Wang Xijue has served as the Minister of Criminal Affairs of Nanjing, the Left Minister of the Ministry of Rites, and the Governor of Yingtian in recent years. His exam results have always been excellent. His background and qualifications are suitable, but..."
"He just has a bad temper, quite like Ding Amber."
When Gao Gong was in charge of the civil service, he was impeached every few days, which was naturally related to his style of conduct.
This Wang Xijue is no less generous.
Zhu Yijun smiled and said: "I will pay attention to it."
What is important is that Wang Xijue has a bad temper.
Otherwise, how could Shen Shixing alone suppress the Six Divisions and even Wang Chonggu in the past six months?
Since Shen Shixing and Wang Xijue are known as the "Suzhou Lovers", they are suitable to be used in this window period of partial rule between the cabinet and officials.
Seeing that the emperor had made up his mind, Zhang Juzheng did not say anything more, but immediately asked: "Where are the officials of the Liubu Hall?"
After what happened in the southern suburbs, half of the six department officials have left their posts, so it is impossible not to make up for it.
The two of them walked all the way out of the Wenhua Palace and walked to the royal road.
Zhu Yijun pondered for a moment: "I just happen to be a little unsure. Sir, please give me some advice."
Zhang Juzheng followed the emperor without saying any words to evade him - he had always been like this in recent years.
Zhu Yijun moved closer to Zhang Juzheng, lest the old man's ears would be hard to use because of his old age: "Now Ma Ziqiang, the Minister of Rites, has retired, Zhao Jin, the left minister, has become an official, and only Lin Shizhang, the right minister, is left."
"I intend to let He Luowen, Minister Zuo, take over the imperial wine ceremony. As for the position of Minister, I am still hesitant."
It’s not that no one is available, the question is who is more suitable.
Zhang Juzheng was a little surprised when he heard this: "Isn't it appropriate for Lin Shizhang to supplement Shangshu?"
Lin Shizhang was a prostitute in the 38th year of Jiajing's reign. He was much older than Xu Guo, so it was a bit inappropriate to be placed under Xu Guo.
Zhu Yijun reluctantly replied: "I have thought about it too, but after a scientific investigation, the official said that Lin Shizhang had paid private taxes, and the censor should impeach him for being unworthy of sacrifice."
"In addition, during my two years in office, I have witnessed Zhao Jin jumping up and down and not having a heart-to-heart relationship with me. I am not at ease."
Zhang Juzheng was about to speak but stopped.
Ke Dao's impeachment of Lin Shizhang was only a small matter.
As for letting Zhao Jin go, it was not a heinous thing. No one could say for sure whether Lin Shilang wanted to play "Zheng Beke and Duan Yu Yan". After all, it was the emperor who let Zhao Jin go in the first place.
However, since the emperor said he was worried, there was nothing much to say.
Zhang Juzheng gave up his thoughts of persuasion and searched for suitable candidates in his mind. After a moment, he said, "How about Wang Zongyi?"
When Zhu Yijun heard this name, he didn't answer for a moment, but started to think carefully.
Wang Zongyi was a Jinshi in the 17th year of Jiajing. He once had the reputation of "ranking among the eight, looking at the three dynasties". His qualifications must be sufficient. In fact, because he refused the invitation of Yan Song and his son, his reputation as a scholar was also high. It is extremely suitable to be appointed as the Minister of Rites.
The only bad thing is that he is a bit too practical. Whether he is a county magistrate or a court official, he is prudent and diligent in correcting long-standing shortcomings.
Even the people said that he "served the country and the people, worked hard and never complained." This kind of person is suitable for doing practical things, but not suitable for the Ministry of Rites.
Especially if this person takes the position of Minister of Rites...I am afraid that Zhu Yijun's good days of calling Ma Ziqiang at will will be gone forever.
But after careful consideration, Zhu Yijun could not find a more suitable candidate than Wang Zongyi.
In the end, the emperor nodded slowly: "Good."
Having said this, Zhu Yijun did not stop and simply stated the arrangements of the six ministries one after another: "The Ministry of War has a vacant right-hand minister this time, and I prefer Chen Jingbang."
"The Minister of Civil Affairs who was vacated by Chen Meng will not be replaced for the time being, leaving Yao Hongmo alone to assist Wang Xijue. He is honest and responsible, and the two of them will get along well."
"As for the left minister of the Ministry of Punishment, I prefer Xu Guo."
"I don't have a candidate for the right minister of household affairs, Governor Cangchang, at the moment."
Zhang Juzheng listened quietly as the emperor recounted his treasures.
When the emperor mentioned the Ministry of Household Affairs, Zhang Juzheng immediately responded: "How about Fan Yingqi?"
Zhu Yijun's steps suddenly slowed down.
Fan Yingqi...Zhu Yijun couldn't help but hesitate.
There is nothing wrong with Xiao Fan. He was born as a scholar and is now the Minister of Guanglu Temple. His qualifications and resume are just right.
It seems that the family tradition is not very good - the family annexed the land, accidentally caused a mass incident, and was finally forced to commit suicide. The composition of the number one scholar is really complex.
After thinking for a long time, Zhu Yijun decided to give him a chance: "Then let's do what the gentleman said, I will let Shen Shixing make a recommendation later."
This is the difference between being in power and not being in power.
The appointment and nomination power of Liubu Hall officials rests with the court.
If the emperor is not in power, let alone who he wants to use, he will not even be able to see his name.
As for now... Of course, we should be considerate of Shen Shixing and let him be in his comfort zone.
In a few words, the candidates for the new Liubu Hall officials were decided. It seemed easy, but in fact Zhu Yijun already felt that there was a lack of talents.
After all the familiar faces such as Zhang Juzheng and Shen Shixing were discovered, the others had to go through the screening of ability and trust over and over again - Lin Shizhang was unable to pass the test.
And this will inevitably consume a lot of Zhu Yijun's time and energy.
Just like the various ministerial officials discussed just now, He Luowen, Chen Jingbang, Xu Guo, and Fan Yingqi were all Jinshi in the 44th year of Jiajing. They were born as Japanese officials. Since the first year of Wanli, they have experienced local and northern and southern capitals until now.
Only then can we complete the training of abilities and the screening of trust.
But it was also said that it was due to his background as a Japanese official.
After this, Zhu Yijun would not be able to spend as much time on daily lectures and sutra banquets as before.
All we can say is...the value of Zhongshushe people is still rising.
Just as he was thinking about things, Zhang Juzheng's voice pulled back Zhu Yijun's voice.
"Your Majesty, after I leave here, Your Majesty will think twice before doing anything."
With the Meridian Gate in sight in the distance, Zhang Juzheng had already begun to say goodbye.
Zhu Yijun took his hand out of his cloak and grabbed Zhang Juzheng: "Mr. just now said that half a year is not long."
Zhang Juzheng had no choice but to let the emperor take out his cloak and suffer from the cold wind.
He continued to talk about business: "Your Majesty, once the land clearing began, the situation became more and more intense. After the incident in the central government, it can still calm down for a while, but I am afraid that the local government will not be lonely. Your Majesty, please remember to advance slowly."
Zhu Yijun nodded.
He had already been mentally prepared for Zhang Juzheng's reminder, and he would not take it lightly.
What was the scene in history when Zhang Juzheng returned to his hometown?
It was reported by Governor Fengyang Jiang Yilin that in the north of the Yangtze River, soldiers and civilians were mixed, and thieves were rising and falling.
It is reported by the governor of Guangdong and Guangxi that thieves and thieves have been booming recently.
It was Wang Tinggan who was the governor of Sichuan Province, and in order to do so, Jianchang and other counties were burned and looted.
Well, this just came out within a month.
In addition, the Japanese pirates in Zhejiang, the green forests in Shandong, the mine thieves in Huguang, and the white lotus in Henan all appeared at once.
If we respect objective laws, these matters should also be placed on Zhu Yijun's case in the future.
This is called unwillingness to be lonely.
But similarly, the center cannot be led by these things.
No matter how intense it is, the love affair cannot stop. Once the love affair is over, the crime will slowly subside.
Zhu Yijun grabbed Zhang Juzheng's hand with a sincere expression: "Sir, don't worry, I'll save it."
He paused and continued: "The tax officers who have been admitted to the Ministry of Household Affairs in recent years will be sent out with the Jin Yiwei to supervise the local government after the year."
"Strive to complete the task of transferring land and clearing households within three years."
The calculation method is to use the open method, multiply and divide by diameter and circumference, and truncate and compensate for zero.
Even a small official who doesn't know how to calculate can't do this.
Therefore, it is very reasonable for the central government to send some numerical talents to reinforce the place.
As for the Jinyiwei, they are just for self-defense and are even more reasonable.
Zhang Juzheng asked curiously: "Who will supervise this matter?"
Zhu Yijun already had a draft: "Shen Li."
Zhang Juzheng was silent for a moment, recalling Shen Li in his heart.
To be honest, he didn't have a very good impression of this person.
Just because this fellow from Henan, Gao Gong, initially refused Ding Anbo's solicitation.
Zhang Juzheng's ears inevitably heard a lot of insults about Shen Li.
Now, after I calmed down and took a closer look, I suddenly felt that this old-fashioned way seemed to be just right for this.
Zhang Juzheng nodded slowly: "Your Majesty has his own opinion."
After saying this, he hesitated for a moment, and then couldn't help but warn: "Your Majesty, be sure to restrain the tax collectors and the imperial guards to avoid causing trouble."
When Zhu Yijun heard this, he didn't mind, but smiled and said: "That's why I will send the censor and ministers to supervise."
It's not that easy to build up the airs of the tax police, but it's not difficult to do special things to get people to work, and it can be considered a foundation.
When the two of them walked to the Meridian Gate, Zhang Juzheng felt that there were still too many things to explain, so he stood still in front of the Meridian Gate.
Zhang Juzheng looked at the emperor's figure covertly and said: "Your Majesty, after the first day of this year, you may be able to inspect the capital camp."
After the emperor ascended the throne, Zhang Juzheng mentioned this matter, but unfortunately the emperor rejected it because his body shape was not enough to frighten the soldiers.
Now, seven years later, the time has come.
Zhu Yijun still did not respond this time, but after thinking for a moment, he cautiously replied: "I will discuss it with Mr. Wangge and Governor Gu later."
Although he didn't agree, he was moved in his heart.
Thanks to his good eating habits of balanced meat, eggs, and milk, as well as his comprehensive development of morning exercises, trotting, and archery, after he turned seventeen, he looked almost 1.7 meters tall.
Don't worry too much about the physical appearance, the only thing to consider is the political impact.
As long as Wang Chonggu supports it and the Ministry of War Shi Maohua's reaction is not too violent, there won't be any big problems.
Zhang Juzheng took off his cloak and handed it back to the chamberlain. Then he looked at the emperor and said hesitantly: "Your Majesty, if Shen Shixing cannot control the situation, your Majesty may send a letter to the minister."
The hesitation is naturally because this statement is a bit presumptuous.
But he still couldn't help but say it.
After Zhu Yijun heard this, he couldn't help but grinned: "Okay, I haven't done anything stupid in the past eight years. Sir, please return home in peace."
As he spoke, he took the cloak and put it back on Zhang Juzheng.
Zhang Juzheng himself felt a little out of place and couldn't help but look at each other and smile.
He put away his thoughts, took half a step back, and bowed to the emperor: "I'm leaving, Your Majesty, please be careful."
Zhu Yijun nodded: "I will go up to the tower to see you off."
After that, one of them turned around and walked out of the Meridian Gate, and the other climbed up the steps to the tower.
Zhang Juzheng walked away, and Zhu Yijun stood on the tower, leaning on the railing and looking into the distance.
After Zhang Juzheng's back disappeared behind the Thousand Steps Imperial Road, Zhu Yijun said leisurely: "My dear friend, what else do I have to do?"
Zhang Hong has aged a bit in the past four years. He stood behind the emperor, stepped forward after hearing the words, bowed and replied: "Long live my lord, you said at the beginning of the month that when things happened in the southern suburbs, you would personally visit Shuntian Mansion.
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Zhu Yijun suddenly remembered this matter, but he forgot to choose the candidate for Shuntian Prefecture.
He turned his head and looked at Zhang Hong: "Dad companion, please send someone to deliver a note to Shen Shixing and Wang Chonggu each."
"Tomorrow the court will hold a meeting. The court recommends Shuntianfu Yin, and I will personally visit Shuntianfu."
"Also, discuss the Zhengdan military parade and other matters."
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