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Wen Zhenmeng's expression slowly softened. Feng Ziying did not push for an inch, but explained more calmly that it was normal to have differences of opinion. Debates between scholars were all too common. Wen Zhenmeng was not a narrow-minded person.
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"Forget it, after this matter is over, Brother Fool will definitely go and read the masterpieces of Brother Xian after he returns."
Feng Ziying laughed, "Brother Wen Qi, I dare not say anything about his masterpiece, but I also put a lot of thought into it. If the strategy of opening up the sea is based on the predecessors, this time in Yongping Mansion
What I feel and write is the hard work of my younger brother. I didn’t think so in the Hanlin Academy before. Only when I get to the lower level can I deeply feel the specific and detailed problems at the bottom of the Zhou Dynasty, and can I understand the various difficulties that the prefectures and counties have to face.
, rather than simply various figures compiled by various ministries of the imperial court."
"Oh, Ziying, what do you mean, this year in Yongping Mansion is of great significance to you?" Wen Zhenmeng had also been puzzled by Feng Ziying's status as a second-class Jinshi and a Shujishi before, and even the students in their subject
Jinshi are all difficult to understand.
Even if Feng Ziying's popularity in opening up the sea caused dissatisfaction among the seniors in the previous departments, he still had Qi Yongtai and Qiao Yingjia as his backers, so he could still choose a job without going to the Ministry of Personnel, the Ministry of Household Affairs and the soon-to-be-established Ministry of Commerce.
If you have to accumulate two years in relatively low-level departments such as the Ministry of Justice or the Ministry of Justice, why should you take the initiative to ask for a job to avoid suspicion? The price to pay is too high.
But now it seems that Feng Ziying had already planned to move later, not entirely because of some external pressure. This only added to Wen Zhenmeng's curiosity.
"The prime minister must be from the state department, and the strong generals must be from the army. I have always agreed with this point of view. If you can't truly understand the actual situation of a state or county, even if you become a minister of the six departments or a cabinet minister, you have to understand this
When the national court makes decisions, you have no confidence in your heart."
Feng Ziying's words are undoubtedly a challenging point of view. At present, there are many princes in the court who have never worked at the state level. Many of them have worked directly in the Sixth Ministry and the Metropolitan Procuratorate.
The qualifications are, at best, that you have served in the Chief Envoy or the Provincial Envoy at the provincial level, and then directly entered the Sixth Department.
"If possible, I suggest that Brother Wen Qi actually go to the prefectures and counties to experience it for two years. Whether it is in Jiangnan, Huguang or the north, it will definitely be of great benefit."
Wen Zhenmeng nodded, "Brother Xian said this, Brother Yu is really interested, but this time we should solve the problem of the refugees first. In this weather, hundreds of thousands of refugees will have to travel hundreds of miles.
I’m afraid I’ll be in a lot of trouble.”
“Of course, this is the top priority. I came here this time because I am worried that the refugees will encounter difficulties on the way. I have made arrangements for Yongping Mansion, but I am really uneasy about Shuntian Mansion.”
Feng Ziying got to the point, "I wonder how Brother Wenqi is doing here in Baodi, Xianghe?"
Wen Zhenmeng hesitated for a moment, "The refugees may be moving a little slower because of delays due to weather, and the elderly, weak, women and children need to rest after traveling for a while..."
"Brother Wenqi, their progress is at least nearly five days slower than originally planned. We have already made preparations. We have arranged nine resting spots along the route, with firewood, wooden frames, hot soup, porridge and rice, all ready.
But from Xianghe to Fengrun, I don’t think the county in Shuntian Prefecture is too concerned about it.”
Wen Zhenmeng was also a little embarrassed. He was only the deputy director of the General Affairs Department of the Ministry of Household Affairs. He was obviously not able to supervise the affairs of Xianghe, Baodi, Yutian, and Fengrun counties.
Moreover, this is not their job in the first place. It should be a matter between the Ministry of Revenue and Shuntian Prefecture. It has little to do with these counties. In a sense, they are all fulfilling their obligations. The Ministry of Revenue and Shuntian Prefecture
How much subsidy can be provided? Maybe some counties will have to help subsidize some of it themselves, so naturally there is no enthusiasm.
"Ziying, how do you know that Xianghe and Baodi are not too interested?" Wen Zhenmeng rubbed his hands and hesitated.
"Brother Wenqi, such a big thing is a big deal for us in Yongping Mansion. We are all prohibited by the imperial decree. We should have passed the Shahe Ferry in advance, but now we
We have made it all the way to Fengrun, and we haven’t seen anyone in the front yet. If we continue like this, we may not be able to reach it in mid-November. The weather will be even worse by then, and many people are afraid..."
Feng Ziying didn't say any more, but Wen Zhenmeng understood that many old and weak people might not be able to make it through the journey. They were tired and had to brave the wind and snow on the road. If they were more cruel, they would still wish to do this. At least it would reduce a lot of their burdens, but Feng Ziying's
Wen Zhenmeng was deeply touched by his attitude.
"Ziying, I came all the way. To be honest, Yutian and Baodi were not well prepared, but you also know that I am only an official from the Ministry of Household Affairs, not from the Metropolitan Procuratorate. Moreover, the Shuntian Prefecture has a vacancy for the Prime Minister.
Fu Yin Hui Fu Gong, alas,..." Wen Zhenmeng sighed.
Duke Huifu refers to the governor Wu Daonan, a famous scholar in Jiangyou, with extraordinary literary talents. Not only did Ye Xianggao admire him, but he also worked closely with Fang Congzhe. Therefore, he was obviously not a practical character. He had served as the Minister of Rites and had no problem.
But it would be really difficult for him to do this as Shuntian Fuyin.
"Hasn't the Ministry of Revenue communicated and negotiated with Shuntian Prefecture?" Feng Ziying frowned. If the Ministry of Revenue lets go and Shuntian Prefecture is upset, this matter will be really difficult. If the southern route is like this, wouldn't the northern route be even worse?
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“Gong Cui arranged for Mr. Wei to go there, but the affairs governing Zhongmei in Shuntian Prefecture are complicated, so he may not have much involvement, and most of them are left to the counties.”
Feng Ziying suddenly woke up and asked urgently: "Mei Zhiye?"
"Well, Mr. Mei is now in charge of grain storage and miscellaneous matters. Mr. Wu basically doesn't care much about such mundane affairs. In addition, the prime minister is vacant, so Mr. Mei is responsible for arranging many affairs. Why, Ziying and Mr. Mei
Very familiar? Mr. Mei is from Huguang. Well, he may be more familiar with Wen Ruo, Meng Zhang and the others."
Wen Zhenmeng thought that Feng Ziying was really familiar with Mei Zhiye, but he didn't know the whole story.
Feng Ziying smiled bitterly, how could he not be familiar with it? It’s just that this familiarity is different from the “cooking” understood by Wen Zhenmeng.
The future daughter-in-law who broke off the engagement was about to become his concubine. Even though the Mei family broke off the engagement first, she suddenly married into the Feng family and became a concubine. This was a bit like a demonstration and a slap in the face. No matter who it was, she was afraid
I feel bad in my heart. The Mei family is a famous family in Huguang, and Mei Zhiye is a good-looking person. I'm afraid I feel even more angry.
It's just that Feng Ziying never thought that she would have such an interaction with Mei Zhiye. She was saying that no matter how Shuntian Mansion didn't care, this was to relieve her pressure, but she was so dismissive. It turned out that there were still people here.
There is such a secret.
Seeing Feng Ziying's expression was a bit strange, Wen Zhenmeng was surprised: "Ziying, what's wrong?"
"Hey, I'm not familiar with this Mr. Mei, but here..." Feng Ziying shook her head but said nothing.
Wen Zhenmeng was quite surprised. Although Feng Ziying was jealous because of her popularity, Mei Zhiye was no age at all. At forty years old, he was several years older than himself. He had just graduated from the Hanlin Academy and was promoted to Shuntian Prefecture.
In theory, there shouldn't be any conflict with Feng Ziying.
Moreover, Feng Ziying had always been friendly with scholars in Huguang. For example, Ying Zhen was his teacher, and Chai Ke admired him very much. He also had a close relationship with his father. Feng Tang was appointed governor of Jiliao largely because of Chai Ke's recommendation.
, and the younger generation of Huguang scholars, such as Yang Sichang and He Fengsheng, were friendly with him, how could Mei Zhiye still have any grievances?
But seeing that Feng Ziying was reluctant to say anything, Wen Zhenmeng was reluctant to ask further.
"Actually, it's nothing. I have no contact with Mr. Mei, we are just family members..." Feng Ziying shrugged. People will know this kind of thing when they go back and ask in the future, but it is not convenient for him to say more.
Wen Zhenmeng knew that this was a private matter, and he felt at ease, but he also had some opinions about Mei Zhiye. No wonder the Shuntian Prefecture's preparations were so rough and negligent, and the progress was slow and delayed. There are still factors involved here, but due to the private waste
Sir, that’s a little inappropriate.
After pondering for a moment, Wen Zhenmeng said: "In that case, what are Ziying's plans?"
“I hope that Brother Wenqi can help me. Since it is difficult to contact the Shuntian government office, can you please ask Brother Wenqi to go to Fengrun, Yutian and Baodi counties together with me?
After a visit, please ask the counties to send more manpower and materials, and try to take all the precautions on the road into consideration so that the refugees can reach their destination as soon as possible. This can not only reduce the pressure on the counties, but we, Yongping Prefecture
We can also finish this task as soon as possible and report to the imperial court."
Feng Ziying's suggestion made Wen Zhenmeng hesitate. He, the deputy head of the household department, was only a seventh-rank official, but the counties in Shuntian Prefecture were all Jingxian, and the county magistrates were all full-sixth rank. Even the county magistrates were all seventh-rank officials.
Level, it's hard to say whether he, the deputy head of the household department, will buy it or not.
If you go there and get yourself in trouble, you won't be able to get anything done, and you'll also lose your face a lot.
"Brother Wenqi keeps saying that he wants to do practical things. This time, the younger brother also wants to do something for the refugees in the capital and the court. However, he asks Brother Wenqi to come forward to help. The younger brother will also come forward to make peace with the rest. I'm afraid this won't work.
Are you embarrassing Brother Wenqi?"
Feng Ziying looked at Wen Zhenmeng with a smile.
Wen Zhenmeng was also forced to go to Liangshan. If he still retreats under such circumstances, he is afraid that he will be looked down upon by this person. "Forget it, according to what Ziying said, there is no need for Ziying to take the lead. This is what the imperial court has handed down."
Naturally, I will not back down from the affairs, Ziying only needs to express her stance."
"Okay, I know that Brother Wen Qi is an upright person and will not give in on business matters. I am willing to stick with you. If there is any need for me to step forward, I will never be a descendant." Feng Ziying gave a high-five, "