The impact of the incident obviously did not end so easily. Zhang Shicheng, the governor of Fujian, was so angry with the reply from the governor's office that his nose was twisted. Finally, he could not withstand the pressure and finally began to order people to draft a new policy charter and submit a letter to the court. [r />

Xu Qian also presented the memorial at the same time as Zhang Shicheng. It was the time when Gui Zhier was giving birth. Xu Qian petitioned the court to allow him to return to Beijing and stay for a few days.

It is natural for local officials to return to their hometown to observe the system if they are in mourning while working abroad. However, I have never heard that you have to take leave to come back after giving birth to a child.

Xu Qian's reason is not exaggerated. Aren't you in the New Deal? Don't you have to dare to be the first for the world? Dare to be the first for the world and come back to hold the child. It is really unforgivable.

However... when Xu Qian sent the memorial, he was not afraid that the court would disapprove it. I thought that the princes in the court were eager to move the tiger away from the mountain and let Xu Qian leave Zhejiang for some time.

The reason why Xu Qian wanted to return to Beijing was that his first child was about to be born, and Gui Zhier had already arrived. The letter complained about him. As a husband, he made his own decisions in Zhejiang and married another wife.

I feel guilty. If I don’t go back and take a look at this time, I will feel uneasy.

Furthermore, those in the capital really want to go back for a walk. In fact, the New Deal matters here in Zhejiang are already on track, and there shouldn't be any problems.

Of course, Xu Qian still had worries, and the emperor was suspicious. Although he had a very good relationship with the emperor, if he didn't try his best to maintain it, or if there were villains who kept stirring up trouble, it might lead to alienation.

Due to all factors, Xu Qian finally made a decision.

Go back and pack your bags immediately. As for Zhao Mengting, he also goes back together, first to meet the eldest wife of the family, and secondly to leave Zhao Mengting in the capital. At this moment, Mingbao should also do something in the capital.

For several days, Xu Qian summoned various officials at his residence to inquire about the New Deal matters and explain some situations. For the time being, the affairs of Zhejiang Province were planned to be handed over to Zhao Ming. Zhao Ming was also one of the New Deal officials and the chief envoy. Regardless of

Both identity and ability can ensure the implementation of the New Deal. At least Xiao Gui and Cao Sui have no problems.

As for Governor Fang Xianfu, on the one hand, Fang Xianfu had to be led by the New Deal. On the other hand, Xu Qian had arranged many back-ups around him.

Since he did not get the support of the imperial court as the governor, Xu Qian was still confident.

After several days in a row, Xu Qian seemed a little tired. What he had to do now was to wait for news from the capital.

The news that Xu Qian plans to return to Beijing has already spread. Everyone has heard about the erratic behavior of Mr. Futai, but it is not new at all. He is just for politics. But he asked for leave on the grounds of giving birth to a child. It is really so

It's a bit absurd. But there's not much gossip about it. At most, they just smile and shake their heads.

At this moment, the capital was in turmoil again.

What? Fujian also wants a New Deal? And it says it’s urgent!

Also, this guy Xu Qian actually took leave of absence in order to have a baby!

The two pieces of news came together, making it difficult for many people to digest. The New Deal in Zhejiang has already caused unrest, and now Fujian also wants a New Deal. Is Governor Zhang Shicheng crazy? Although Fujian is not a land rich in food and wealth, once Fujian follows suit,

What will happen to South Zhili? What about Jiangxi? What about the two lakes?

Once this happens, the impact of the New Deal will inevitably increase greatly. At that time, it will be impossible to contain it even if you want to.

However, the two cabinet ministers, while shocked, had to calmly think about countermeasures.

"Sui'an, what do you think?" Yang Tinghe felt a headache. Recently, he felt more and more that the balance of power was tilting in the direction he didn't want. Now that the place was in a mess, his patience was gradually losing.

Yang Yiqing looked unusually calm today: "We can't refute it officially. After all, the emperor has just issued an edict affirming the New Deal. If we officially oppose the Fujian New Deal at this time, wouldn't it be deceiving the emperor? But it can't be done without refuting it. Besides,

Simply refuting it may not be able to stop this matter. In the final analysis, it is Fang Xianfu. Yang Gong must have read the latest Mingpao. If it were not for his instigation, it would be fine to say that Southern Zhili and Fujian would follow suit. This is Zhang Shicheng, the governor of Fujian.

, how could he be so blinded by eating lard and be so rash? The key to the problem lies with Fang Xianfu. In my opinion, finding a reason to deal with Fang Xianfu is the real cure. As long as Fang Xianfu is convicted,

Zhang Shicheng has great courage, and he definitely does not dare to get involved in the New Deal."

"Having said that." Yang Tinghe smiled bitterly: "But Fang Xianfu doesn't seem to have done anything wrong. After all, he is a feudal official. If there is no conclusive evidence, how can he be punished just as he says?"

Yang Yiqing also smiled bitterly and said: "The crux is here, Mr. Yang can do something about it."

Yang Tinghe couldn't help but said: "You insist on me being such a bad guy, well, I can only think of a way." He said it calmly, obviously quite confident.

Yang Yiqing frowned: "Did Mr. Yang already have an idea?"

Yang Tinghe said calmly: "My idea is not to deal with Zhang Shicheng, but to bring down the officials of the New Deal, and at the same time, Zhang Shicheng can be reined in."

"Please make it clear."

Yang Tinghe said: "Actually, it's simple. The crux of the problem is still the grain. There is not enough grain in the warehouse now. What if the court suddenly runs out of grain when the grain is paid?"

Yang Yiqing was stunned and immediately understood what Yang Tinghe meant. Food is the foundation. Of course, this is just a slogan after all, but what if this becomes a reality? What if Zhejiang cannot pay so much food and the court falls into internal and external difficulties?

At that time, it will not be as simple as a slogan. This is a fatal matter. Once the safety of the country is related, any small problem will become a big problem, and any small mistake may become a major crime. But the problem is, how to make the court

What about food shortage?

Faced with Yang Yiqing's confusion, Yang Tinghe smiled and said: "In the past few months, the Tatars from the north have repeatedly invaded the border and attacked several important towns in Xuanfu in Liaodong. Your Majesty is young and energetic, and has long been willing to attack hard. He wants to imitate the emperor.

At that time, all the ministries tried their best to dissuade us from resolving the Tatar issue once and for all, thinking that there was no need to go to war. What I meant was the same as the other gentlemen. There was no need to waste people's energy on this. But now, it has come to a time of necessity, so why not?

Let the frontier troops in the north strengthen their muscles and take revenge on the Tatars."

The so-called retaliation means that all towns send troops at the same time and begin to sweep the desert.

Once retaliation occurs, hundreds of thousands of troops and hundreds of thousands of civilians will be mobilized. A large number of troops and horses will be mobilized, a large amount of rations will be consumed, as well as rations for the war horses. Taken together, the food consumed will be incalculable.

Count.

Any war is no joke. The more soldiers and horses are mobilized, the more civilians will be requisitioned. If the peasants abandon their farm tools and march to the fortress, there will inevitably be a large-scale reduction in grain production, and the grain in the barn will be reduced.

The food in Zhejiang will also be consumed at an extremely fast rate. By that time, the imperial court will definitely increase its dependence on food from several provinces with important grain resources. Once Zhejiang cannot provide food, it will be a big deal. As a cabinet minister,

It is even possible to directly punish these officials who have harmed the country and the people without going through the emperor. Even if Xu Qian may not be able to deal with them, but there are so many officials in Zhejiang Province, who can protect them?

This move is extremely vicious, but it is easy to use, but it is extremely powerful.

Yang Yiqing couldn't help but feel moved, and said: "This... is such a waste of people's efforts for this, I'm afraid..."

Yang Tinghe smiled bitterly: "I never wanted to do this. It's just that this new policy is like a abscess in my Ming Dynasty. Instead of letting it continue to rot, it is better to squeeze it out. Although it will hurt, it is worse than letting it spread. .”

Yang Yiqing was silent for a moment and said: "This is feasible, but where is the emperor?"

"Emperor?" Yang Tinghe smiled slightly: "The emperor is young and energetic, and he is very happy with his achievements. This is the same with Japan, and it is the same this time. As long as the cabinet relaxes, he will get what he wants."

Yang Yiqing couldn't help but shook his head and said: "Come on...there are no two sides to this, so that's all. Yes, and Xu Qian plans to return to Beijing. What should be done about this matter?"

"If he wants to go back to Beijing, let him go back. That's fine. It will save him from getting the news when the time comes and he will be stuck in Zhejiang for the time being. Wouldn't it be better to let him focus on one thing and not the other? The emperor must also want him to come back. This matter

, don’t bother, just aim straight.”

Yang Yiqing couldn't help but be surprised. At this time, his mood gradually improved and he said: "Speaking of which, this Futai has no idea what kind of temper he has. He has to come back after giving birth. From Taizu to the present, I have never heard of such an allusion.

He doesn’t have any agenda, does he?”

Yang Tinghe also laughed: "Xu Qian is just like that. He does everything regardless of the consequences and goes his own way. He shouldn't have any plot. Even if he has a plot, he should plot it in Zhejiang. After all, Zhejiang is his territory now?

But after entering the capital, he can no longer act recklessly."

Yang Yiqing nodded: "When you go out to fight back, you must plan carefully and make no mistakes. Otherwise, if you fail, you will definitely cause trouble. I will handle this matter. Mr. Yang, your majesty is afraid that there will be

I leave it to you. There are also hundreds of officials in the court. If I see you and persuade His Majesty to send troops, will I use this to cause trouble? This is not a trivial matter, but you must be careful."

Yang Tinghe said slowly: "I have my own opinion on this matter. Don't worry, nothing will happen."

The two discussed it for a while, and gradually came to an understanding. Then Yang Tinghe picked up Xu Qian's petition for leave, drew up the vote, approved it, and immediately ordered it to be sent to the palace.

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Chapter completed!