Chapter 124: Observing government according to orders (3)
When an imperial envoy meets with a border official, one has the power to respond to the situation and the other has the duty of guarding. Obviously, a polite exchange of greetings is indispensable. This is a common practice and there is no need to repeat it.
Gao Pragmatic was very respectful to the imperial edict in front of all the officials. Apart from polite words, he did not mention any other serious matters. Even if others came to talk about it, he would not talk to him and put on the attitude of "You can just discuss and make a decision. I am just casual."
"Listen".
However, if people in the officialdom need others to explain everything, then it would be too imbecile. In fact, many things do not need to be explained at all - observing people's words and emotions is really one of the basic skills in officialdom. Who among the people present is not an expert in this field?
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Therefore, although Gao Jingshi did not say a word when listening to their conversation, everyone still found the answer they wanted from his expression. Of course, this was what Gao Jingshi deliberately showed to them.
Gao Pragmatic expressed a total of three meanings: first, I and the people I represent are in favor of the surrender of Hannaji; second, I attach great importance to the defense of the University, especially in terms of weapons and equipment.
If you pay attention, you must inspect it in person; third, I want to meet with Han Naji.
Of these three meanings, only the first one is completely good news to the officials of Xuanda.
The third article is only a little troublesome. After all, now that the governor and governor are here, this responsibility can still be shouldered, and Han Naji will be placed under "residential surveillance" with luxury houses and delicious food. This was Gao Pragmatic's first suggestion.
, it’s normal for him to come to see her in person. Besides, it’s hard to say whether the two masters in the palace have any intention here. Even if it’s not the intention of those two masters, even if it’s Gao Gong’s intention, let’s stop him.
It’s also outrageous.
The most troublesome thing is the second one. Normally when inspecting defense, the guests and hosts usually sit down in Datong Jiancheng. Everyone takes out a map and figures out how many soldiers are placed here and how many soldiers are placed there, and then they start to talk.
Just talk about "excellent equipment and sufficient food and pay" and so on. Occasionally, a shrewder imperial envoy may quietly leave a few words - while praising some inconspicuous parts, he also offers a little "well-intentioned criticism".
This criticism is not just for show, but if there is a problem with defense in the future, the imperial envoy can use this to express his innocence to his superiors: Your Majesty, you see, it is not that the ministers have not raised questions, it is actually the border ministers and generals who have taken the blame
If your words fall on deaf ears, you will be wronged!
The border ministers and generals did not take this too seriously. Everyone could understand the imperial envoy leaving a way out for himself. As long as the imperial envoy did not get angry on the spot or write an impeachment memorial directly, then everything would be fine.
manage.
But Gao Pragmatic's approach is more troublesome. You may say that he overstepped his authority, but he did not overstep his authority. People just looked at it and didn't accuse him of anything. How could he overstep his authority? Isn't "taking a look" the same as "watching the government"?
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However, there has always been a big problem with the Northern Army's ordnance. Everyone knows this. If Gao Pragmatic takes a look, he is not sure how this young and proud Xiaoge veteran will react.
Fang Fengshi is the most worried about this, because he has the least understanding of Gao Jingshi, so he is very worried about Gao Jingshi's child's temper. If he sees that the quality of the ordnance is poor, he will go crazy on the spot, which will definitely make everyone look bad.
——Although Deputy Ambassador Gao has no authority to take charge of affairs, he gets angry when he sees something bad happening. It may not be unjustifiable even if the matter is taken back to the capital. At least Mr. Gaoge will definitely be able to protect him.
Wang Chonggu was calm because he was Zhang Siwei's biological uncle. Zhang Siwei mentioned many times in his letters home that he was pragmatic, mature and considerate. In addition, Wang Chonggu believed that with Gao Gong's ability,
Since he dared to let Gao Jingshi come over, he must have a reason, so Governor Wang was basically not worried about what would happen now, but he was not sure about Beijing's reaction after Gao Jingshi returned to Beijing to report on his duties.
The most forgiving people are Huang Mengyu, the eunuch of Datong, and Ma Fang, the chief soldier of Datong. This Eunuch Huang was promoted by Meng Chong and Meng Zhangyin last year. Obviously, it is impossible for Huang Eunuch to compete with Gao Gong's disciples and nephews.
My father-in-law has already made up his mind that the two imperial envoys have the final say in everything. I, Old Huang, just want to make sure that the two imperial envoys act accordingly.
Not to mention Ma Fang, Gao Pangshi had already sent someone to explain the situation to him before setting off, so Ma Fang knew that the purpose of Gao Shi's visit was to see how bad the weapons of the Xuan Da border army were, and then
Find ways to help them improve and improve their equipment level.
Ma Fang's requirements are actually not high, as long as they can refer to the standards of the Southern Army under Qi Jiguang. Speaking of which, Xuanda Second Town is really honest. If they knew that in a few decades, the Ming Dynasty would go to Jiliao in one year.
Millions of dollars in wages, weapons and other materials will be invested, and it is impossible to calculate clearly. I am afraid that people like Lao Ma will be so angry that they will crawl out of their graves and scold their mothers.
Moreover, although Ma Fang sympathized with Qi Jiguang, he also had an unconvinced side. According to the views of Ma Fang and others of the Northern Army, although the annihilation of the Japanese pirates was also a military achievement, the military merit was very high. After all, the Japanese pirates were just "bandits".
level, and what is Beilu? They are the remnants of the Meng Yuan Dynasty, the existence that was invincible in the world! It was the existence that defeated almost the entire Ming Dynasty Xungui Wuchen Group in the battle of Tumubao!
Moreover, your Qi Jiguang's record of annihilating the Japanese pirates was so brilliant. When you came to the Northern Army, you didn't just annihilate it like you did in the south, right? It can be seen that the remnants of the Meng Yuan Dynasty are obviously at least one level better than the Japanese pirates. Not to mention you
Qi Jiguang was not facing Tu Mochuanbe, the strongest Beilu force at the moment!
Therefore, in Ma Fang's view, it is completely reasonable for Xuanda's equipment level to be raised to the same level as that of the Southern Army under Qi Jiguang.
After the polite words were exchanged and the serious matters that could be discussed in person were briefly discussed, Wang Chonggu arranged a banquet. Taking advantage of his young age, Gao pragmatically avoided the banquet on the pretext of being tired from the journey and took the first step with others.
The Imperial Envoy's office was arranged by Wang Chonggu, and he commanded the Envoy Si Yamen in the capital of Shanxi Province. Anyway, the functions and powers of this Yamen have long been occupied by governors, governors and other Yamen. There has been nothing serious to do for many years, so there is no time.
Come out to stay temporarily for the imperial envoy.
However, Gao Pragmatic was not really in a hurry to come to the imperial envoy's camp to rest, he was here to wait for someone.
Before the cup of strong tea was finished, a servant came to report that Huang Mengyu, the eunuch guarding Datong, wanted to see him.
Gao Pingshi breathed a sigh of relief and said to himself that although Meng Chong, the eunuch of the Palm Print, was average in his abilities, his ability to judge people was just okay. This Governor Huang seemed mediocre and was easily ignored wherever he went.
He looked good, but his eyes were actually good. He knew that he didn't even come to the banquet just now, so he must have something to know. As expected, he came over immediately. Judging from his speed, he probably slipped out of the banquet in the middle of the banquet.