Gui Zi Scroll Chapter 393 The strange situation is self-evident
Feng Ziying really hasn’t seriously thought about how she will go in the future and which step will be the end.
Before, I just subconsciously felt that since I had become famous through the imperial examinations, with the support of my teachers, the help of my classmates, and the support of the elders of the village, my career as a civil servant would be smooth and smooth, and I would be the chosen one.
In addition, the Feng family has a solid foundation in martial arts, and the Feng and Duan families have rich connections in Datong and the military. Dad has also laid a solid foundation for himself. This is the path to success from both sides.
But now that I think about it carefully, it seems that it is not that simple. The current Zhou Dynasty is not the same as the previous Ming Dynasty.
Although the military is controlled by civil servants in name, it is different from the late Ming Dynasty when civil servants and governors were in charge of the military, and the military officers had no room for resistance. It is also different from the Southern Ming Dynasty when military generals were domineering and superior to civil servants. Now, although the generals of the Zhou Dynasty are under the control of civil servants,
Temperate, but still quite self-conscious.
For example, the commander-in-chief of Liaodong only determines the general direction and has the power to decide on personnel matters. The actual specific methods of fighting and changes on the spot must be decided by the generals themselves.
Even in terms of the identity of the governor, the former Ming Dynasty was all civil servants, but in the Zhou Dynasty, military generals also had the opportunity to serve as governors, so there was still some difference.
In other words, today's warriors still have considerable status and power, even if they are still restricted by civil servants. However, as the current cabinet further strengthens the power of civil servants to govern the government, and even deliberately suppresses imperial power, will the power of warriors be further restricted or restricted?
It is hard to say yet whether it will intensify as the border situation in the North worsens or the White Lotus Rebellion breaks out.
It seems that she can only continue to follow the path of civil servants, but Feng Ziying knows one thing. If you want to be a powerful minister who orders and prohibits people to act according to his own intentions, without the support of strong and stable military power, the building on the beach may collapse at any time.
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Now the imperial court's control over the army is more reflected in two aspects, one is the traditional system and habits, and the other is logistical support. What changes will there be in the future? Feng Ziying is not sure, but he can be sure that if there are enough people in the army
Support yourself and be loyal to your generals, and it will be much easier for you to act according to your own intentions after becoming the first assistant.
That's why he intentionally or unintentionally planned his deployment in the army from the beginning, including supporting his father to maintain his connections and influence in the army.
But Feng Ziying will not give up on the civil servant side. If he wants to promote reforms according to his own intentions, it will be even more impossible without the support and help of a large group of like-minded people who accept his own views.
Both of these will be a long-term process, and Feng Ziying does not expect to achieve them in three to five years.
Now Feng Ziying also has a general idea in her mind. Her goal in the future is to become a powerful minister like Cao Cao and Sima Yi. Of course, if it really comes to the scene like Chen Qiaoyi, it does not seem unacceptable to have to wear a yellow robe.
But how to achieve this goal requires a thorough and careful plan. Feng Ziying knows this and needs to think carefully and plan carefully.
But no matter what, it is essential to cultivate one's own power in the army, in the court, and in the local area.
Uncle Zuo, I understand my father's worries. As for what to do, I have an idea in my mind. Feng Ziying gave Feng Zuo a somewhat vague answer, but he could only give such an answer. He was only the right minister of the Ministry of War, even though the court general
The important task of rectifying the military power in Beijing was given to him, but he was not allowed to be in charge of it alone. Not only himself, not even Zhang Huaichang could make the decision on major personnel matters, but had to report to the cabinet for approval.
Of course, there is a lot of room for maneuver here, and Feng Ziying will also consider it.
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Chen Yejun returned to Beijing? Feng Ziying only got the news when Liu Xianglian came to visit.
Well, he should have returned to Beijing half a month ago, a few days later than you came back from Liaodong. Liu Xianglian took a sip of tea and nodded slightly: I saw him and Wei Ruolan were together.
I followed Feng Ziying on a trip to Shaanxi, but after arriving in Shaanxi, I didn’t follow Feng Ziying anymore, but went straight to his trip to Kongtong.
At that time, Liu Xianglian wanted to follow her to Shaanxi, and Feng Ziying was also very happy.
Originally it also meant
I hope he can follow me, which can be regarded as protecting myself, but I think that Third Sister You is always by my side. Although the two have never known each other in this life, they were entangled in the book "A Dream of Red Mansions", and in the end, Third Sister You still had this problem.
Killing himself for love makes me feel sick no matter what.
So Liu Xianglian wanted to go to Kongtong alone, and Feng Ziying did not stop her. Anyway, with Li Guibao and the others protecting her along the way, there was no danger.
Liu Xianglian has a free and unrestrained temperament. The description of her character in "Dream of Red Mansions" is not very accurate. Only real contact can understand her character.
But in terms of appearance, the description in the book "Dream of Red Mansions" is not false at all. He is really handsome and handsome, with a charming personality. The only thing that may be a little regrettable is that the feminine aura is a little stronger, and Wei Ruolan is probably the only one beside Feng Ziying.
It can be compared with others, but this kind of soft and charming atmosphere is more attractive to the aesthetics of many people in this world. People like Jia Baoyu, Shui Rong, and Jia Lian particularly admire this kind of appearance and temperament.
Feng Ziying didn't pay much attention to this, and Liu Xianglian still had no intention of getting married. After all, the two families were family friends. Feng Ziying also asked him if he wanted to find a match for him, but Liu Xianglian always refused to agree. Feng Ziying
I can only give up.
However, it is not consistent with the close relationship between Liu Xianglian and Jia Baoyu written in the book "A Dream of Red Mansions". In this life, Liu Xianglian has a closer relationship with herself, but her relationship with Jia Baoyu is only general. Although Jia Baoyu has always admired Liu Xianglian's free and unrestrained style,
Especially Liu Xianglian's superb performance in the role made Jia Baoyu mesmerized.
With Ruolan? What about Ziqi? Feng Ziying knew that Chen Yejun, Wei Ruolan, and Han Qi plus herself were an unbeatable foursome when they were studying in the Imperial College, but Chen Yejun was the one who always had the closest relationship.
Wei Ruolan and Han Qi joined later, so they are slightly inferior.
Zi Qi was not seen. Liu Xianglian shook her head. The two of them came to the Grand View Tower to listen to the opera. There seemed to be two other people. I didn't know them. Jia Qiang was also there. I guess Jia Qiang should recognize them...
Chen Jixian is currently holding heavy troops in Yangzhou and is staying put. Feng Ziying wonders that this guy must have some plans with Nanjing, or he is worried that the imperial court will be overrun and wants to find an opportunity to separate the regime. Feng Ziying even suspects that Chen Jixian and his father have some secret collusion.
, reached some kind of tacit understanding.
Now that Chen Jixian has sent his son back to Beijing to contact Wei Ruolan, is it just to restore the old friendship, or does he have other intentions? Who are the other two people?
If Chen Jixian now crosses the river south and takes control of Nanjing, what will be the result?
Prince Yi Zhong had lost his foundation, so what qualifications did he have to negotiate with the imperial court? The situation immediately became clear, it was Emperor Yonglong and several princes who should benefit.
Prince Yi Zhong has no chance to succeed to the throne, and the throne will definitely fall to King Shou, King Fu, King Li, King Lu and Prince Gong, among whom King Lu has the greatest hope.
Feng Ziying never believed that the imperial court had no influence on Chen Jixian.
Chen Jixian's reasons for not going south are far-fetched no matter how many reasons he gives. Worrying about Nanjing's naval forces is pure bullshit.
Nanjing's hastily assembled navy was not worth mentioning. Feng Ziying could even ask Denglai Navy to move in from the Yangtze Estuary to assist.
As for fear of destroying Jiangnan, or causing public anger and resistance in Jiangnan, that is even more of a joke. Is this something you, Chen Jixian, a Huaiyang general, should consider?
As a warrior, as long as the imperial court gives the order, shouldn't you immediately go south like a wolf and a tiger to invade the fertile land in the south of the Yangtze River?
Even if there is no order from the court, you should not wait to create opportunities and take the initiative to go south. Which warrior is not eager for war? Especially this kind of war where you can obviously make a lot of money.
Feng Ziying also checked the orders given to Huaiyang Town by the Ministry of War, and chose the opportunity to go south while ensuring the livelihood of the people in Jiangnan.
What kind of bullshit order is this?
This is a good order, but if you give such an order to a warrior, will the warrior listen?
But what's even more bizarre is that Chen Jixian actually carried it out to the letter, and even went too far. He simply stopped going south to avoid affecting the people's livelihood in Jiangnan.
It seems that there are a hundred reasons that can be found, for example, if the Jiangnan gentry drums
What if the Jiangnan merchants go on strike? What if the Jiangnan local guards resist?
Then Jiangnan must be beaten to pieces. What if the court wants to hold Chen Jixian responsible? These reasons made Feng Ziying want to spit on Chen Jixian.
All in all, the attitude of the imperial court was weird, the attitude of Chen Jixian was weird, and the attitude of the puppet government in Nanjing was just as weird. All three aspects were weird, so dad's Northwest Army, which was bent on fighting across the Yangtze River, was left lukewarm.
No wonder Dad felt something was wrong and wanted to think about the situation for himself.
Judging from the current situation, the imperial court will most likely elect Prince Yohitada to the throne. This should be done when conditions are more conducive to the cabinet and the imperial court. Controlling the military power in Beijing should be a means of protection. In addition, the cabinet and Prince Yohitada should
Some confidential terms are being negotiated or about to be reached.
In order to ensure that his lineage succeeds to the throne, Prince Yi Zhong may also give in on many issues. After all, the current situation is not good for him. If the imperial court really attacks the Yangtze River, then he will beat everyone to death and wipe out his clan.
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From the perspective of the imperial court, it can not only provide the cabinet with more favorable conditions for the imperial power, but also prevent Jiangnan from suffering military disasters, and let the hen that lays golden eggs in Jiangnan return to its embrace flawlessly. This should be the best of both worlds.
Feng Ziying is really curious about what clauses will be used to restrain the imperial power, and what other means of checks and balances and guarantees are there. After all, some of these cannot be seen in the light.