Xu Jingchang repeatedly attacked the spiritual defenses of several ministers. They really wanted to break out and have a big quarrel with this bastard, rather than die.
But Xia Yuanji, the Minister of Household Affairs, was smart. He stood at the window and looked outside. There were heads everywhere, and the strong smell of blood lingered. His former colleagues had their heads missing.
On the one hand, Zhu Di ruled the country with an iron fist, which was different from the past. On the other hand, Xu Jingchang was too cunning and difficult to deal with.
"There has been such a big case of corruption. Even though it happened in the past four years, we cannot neglect it. We should reflect on it and reflect on ourselves."
When he said this, those few people did not dare to speak and could only look at Jian Yi.
After a while, Jian Yi said: "The state affairs are complicated, so go back quickly and send them to the General Administration Department as soon as possible. Don't delay the important things."
After saying that, Jian Yi took the lead and left in a hurry. The ministers were so angry that they could only disperse.
Only Xu Jingchang and Wu Shan seemed to be victorious generals, victorious and triumphant.
Halfway through the walk, a scent of aroma wafted from the street. Wu Shan looked over and said immediately: "Sir, it's roast duck. This is our specialty in Jinling. I would like to treat you to a meal."
This time Zhu Di did not go to the General Affairs Department. It seems that after adding more cabinets, Zhu Di behaved more and more like an emperor and was no longer so hands-on.
Xu Jingchang came to the palace again, and Zhu Di was smiling and very satisfied.
As a result, before noon, Zhu Di sent someone to invite him to the palace.
Zhu Di took a deep breath, the joy on his face became more intense, and finally he laughed.
Xu Jingchang was stunned for a moment and glared at Wu Shan fiercely, "Your whole life will be ruined by the pattern! Your vision is too small!"
Xu Jingchang shook his head, "What you said is not comprehensive. Just having rank is not enough. Master Yao is also a super-ranked Duke! The strength of this yamen depends on the annual budget and the number of officials under its control. The more people, the more money.
, naturally the stronger it becomes.”
"Sir, what are you talking about? Could it be that we have increased the budget and added more people to import?"
Wu Shandao: "Of course it's a rank. Just like my lord, you are the general envoy of the third rank and one of the nine ministers!"
Wu Shan couldn't help but nodded, and after a while, they found a seat to the side, a pot of wine, and a maroon roast duck dripping with fragrant oil.
Xu Jingchang smiled and said: "Your Majesty, it's like this. At present, the General Affairs Department is responsible for statistics on the work of various ministries and yamen, and following up on the progress of major government affairs...I was wondering if I could excerpt a part, print it in the Di Di newspaper, and sell it to the outside world."
"I was worried that you were young and didn't know how to lead the Six Ministries. Now it seems that I was too worried. Your move is very good." As he spoke, Zhu Di picked up the speeches of the Six Ministries and Nine Ministers and shook it at him.
"The official Hanlin inspected Hu Yan and paid a visit to Tongzheng."
What else could Wu Shan say, he could only go down and make arrangements.
Facing such a difficult opponent, Baiguan was really unlucky for eight lifetimes.
"Of course it's what your Majesty needs. I was promoted by your Majesty, and I'm a serious relative. I won't turn to outsiders, right?"
Three days later, someone came to report.
"Okay, you are really thoughtful. I feel so relieved, I feel so relieved!"
"Honglu Temple? They are responsible for the morning court, etiquette, and banquets. If we annex Honglu Temple, it will really become a big dining hall. We will be responsible for the royal banquet. When the six ministers and nine ministers come over, we will also treat guests... What is in here?
Oil and water?”
Zhu Di frowned. The Secretary of General Affairs, who was well versed in government affairs, was naturally responsible for the Di newspaper. However, this Di newspaper was owned by local government offices and was not sold to the outside world.
When Zhu Di heard about asking for money, his head went crazy.
Wu Shan immediately said: "Sir, there is a lot of oil and water here. When have you ever seen a cook starving to death?"
Wu Shan thought about it seriously and said, "Sir, how about we take over the work of Honglu Temple?"
Xu Jingchang spoke plausibly, "Your Majesty, now the six ministers have come to me to hold a ten-day meeting. I must prepare some banquets for them! It is a matter of national dignity, and I hope your majesty will be aware of it."
The two of them started eating. Xu Jingchang had a smile on his face and said, "Old Wu, do you think our General Affairs Department is still lacking in anything?"
"This group of people finally knows how to be afraid. What we need is for them to work hard and be sincere and fearful. They must not fool around like Jianwen in the past few years. If I want to make a big difference, I need to motivate the officials at all times. You did it for me."
After pausing for a moment, he continued: "I know that I have everything to eat and wear, and I don't like these things, but this is the only thing I can afford."
Wu Shan wondered: "Sir, can you spend all this money?"
"Stupid!" Xu Jingchang said unceremoniously: "There is only money that cannot be obtained, and there is no money that cannot be spent. You must have confidence in Baiguan's ability to waste money."
Wu Shan had nothing to say, so he could only keep his head down and work like a revenge.
"You also want money, and he also wants money. I have just been exempted from taxes in Bingzhou County for three years, and other places have also been exempted from half of the taxes... The three main halls need to be rebuilt, and so many meritorious ministers need to be rewarded. Thousands of dollars.
Xu, money is being spent everywhere, but you all care about me asking for money, but who cares about me? Will it increase the burden on the people?"
Seeing that the emperor was in a good mood, Xu Jingchang added: "Your Majesty, the General Affairs Department is currently short of manpower. Can you select a few elite soldiers and generals to join the General Affairs Department to handle the affairs of the Imperial Palace?"
Xu Jingchang said: "What are you talking about! Although I don't like being an official, since I am in the officialdom, I cannot be powerless. You see, the Ministry of Personnel is in charge of personnel selection, the Ministry of Households is in charge of money, food and household registration, the Ministry of War is in charge of military power, and the Ministry of Punishment is in charge
The names of punishments...everyone has his own share and can make the final decision for himself, but we don’t have such power. If we say it, it will seem as if we, the Secretary of General Affairs, are inferior to others."
"Self-funded? Do you have any ideas?" Zhu Di asked doubtfully.
Xu Jingchang immediately said: "Your Majesty, if I ask the Ministry of Household Affairs, I will not be subject to the control of others. How can I preside over the Xun Meeting in the future? I boldly propose that the General Affairs Department raise its own funds."
Wu Shan touched his nose and felt helpless. Looking at it this way, he was indeed a bit unqualified.
Xu Jingchang said: "Look now, although we can host Xun meetings, we can only receive important ministers from various ministries for meetings. To put it bluntly, we are just showing up. We lack things that can manipulate people, and we don't have serious people.
that power."
Xu Jingchang was thinking in his mind, and in a blink of an eye, it was the next day.
"Selling residence newspapers?"
The speeches of the six ministers and nine ministers were sent, and Xu Jingchang also sent them to the palace immediately.
Wu Shan hurriedly put down his chopsticks, "Sir, I don't know what you mean."
Zhu Di praised him one after another, and Xu Jingchang saw the opportunity coming, and then said: "Your Majesty, I am only doing my duty faithfully and cannot afford your Majesty's praise. However, if Your Majesty wants the General Affairs Department to play a greater role, I boldly request
, Your Majesty, can you increase the budget and give me some more money?"
Xu Jingchang smiled and said: "That's right, you should recruit some craftsmen who know how to print books now. By the way, find some more who are familiar with the situation of Yingtian and know everything about the secrets of the courtiers. I want all the officials to live in trembling at all times!
"
Zhu Di hummed: "You guys are respectable, but where is my dignity? Anyway, I don't have any money. You can find a way by yourself and go to the Ministry of Revenue to ask for it."
Xu Jingchang quickly shouted that he was wronged, "Your Majesty, I am doing this to raise money, and I have worked hard. I thought that instead of letting the people make nonsense and speculate, it would be better for the imperial court to publish the residence report itself, allowing the people to buy it, and by the way, raise some money and increase income."
Wu Shan smiled bitterly and said: "My lord, are you still not satisfied? I have never thought that the Secretary of General Affairs would be where he is today."
Zhu Di thought for a while, "I will arrange this for you later."
Zhu Di was slightly startled and asked, "What do you want to print?"
He called Wu Shan over again, "Old Wu, how do you measure the status of a yamen?"
At this time, the method of eating roast duck rolled in lotus leaf pancakes had not yet been invented, so Wu Shan cut off a duck leg with a knife and placed it respectfully in front of Xu Jingchang.
Wu Shan was completely dumbfounded. This guy was so vengeful!
It's not enough to just write a review, you have to continue to torment people.
"What's your kid's agenda?"
Xu Jingchang smiled, "Old Wu, I know what you're thinking. I'll eat this meal. You go buy some wine and let's have a drink."
After talking to Zhu Di, Xu Jingchang was satisfied, and Le Diandian returned to the General Affairs Department.
Xu Jingchang smiled and said: "The budget has not increased, but the authority has increased a lot. We can report to the takeaway house."
Originally, Hu Yan was admitted to Wenyuan Pavilion and was regarded as the bachelor of the palace beside Zhu Di.
Now he is asked to come to the General Affairs Department to take charge of the affairs of the Di newspaper, which shows how much Zhu Di attaches great importance to it.
"Very good, now that Master Hu is here, we can show off our skills and have a great fight!"
I'm a little impressed that I managed to write another chapter... I no longer have a fever, but my throat starts to hurt...
