Chapter Three Hundred and Thirty South Zhili, there are important tasks.
Chapter 330: Southern Zhili has important matters. (First update)
He knew that the emperor's ambition was not only to become an emperor who ruled from the top down, but also what a great achievement he wanted to do. Emperor Taizong, who created the Yongle prosperous age, was one of the goals that his majesty wanted to surpass today.
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Moreover, today's emperor's ambitions do not stop there. Although His Majesty has not stated it explicitly, he has revealed some obscure news to Yang Hong and himself in private. The Ming Empire's eyes must no longer be limited to the land of Kyushu, the homeland of China.
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With such an ambitious emperor, this was absolutely great news for the warriors of the Ming Dynasty. It gave them endless imagination and a bright future.
As a role model among the younger generation of soldiers, Shi Biao was full of confidence in his future. Under the influence of Zhu Qizhen, from today's perspective, his uncle Shi Heng, who he originally regarded as his idol, became more and more successful under Shi Biao.
In his eyes, it has become a goal that he must surpass.
"The future Ming Dynasty will be in your hands. Remember, the iron hoof of the Ming Dynasty will never stop advancing and pioneering..." Zhu Qizhen lectured to the capable soldiers in the inner school field.
His heroic words were still ringing in Shi Biao's ears, stirring up his blood and surging incessantly...
Wang Wen, who was in much better spirits than in prison, followed an imperial guard and walked silently in the Xiyuan where winter snow covered the ground, tree branches and houses, each walking a hundred steps.
On the left and right, you will see five sword-wielding guards wearing thick and warm cotton armor, but on the chest and abdomen, Wang Wen saw a rather strange, large armor piece that was as bright as a curved mirror.
This made Wang Wen look at it with some curiosity. Unfortunately, the guards with swords patrolling Xiyuan quickly disappeared from Wang Wen's sight.
"Master Wang is quite curious about these armors?" The guard with the sword who led the way saw Wang Wen's expression and couldn't help asking with a smile, but there was a trace of pride and complacency between his eyebrows.
"Well, I am indeed quite curious. Although I am not familiar with martial arts, I have seen the armor and soldiers of the Ming Dynasty, but I have never seen this kind of armor. I couldn't help but take a few more looks." Wang Wenfu
The man with a long beard said as he walked, his pair of official boots making a crunching sound on the snow under his feet.
"I don't know, sir, that this kind of armor is one of the new weapons from the Xuanfu Arsenal. It is made of fine steel and weighs only fifteen kilograms, but it can withstand close attacks from swords and long-range shots from bows and crossbows. It is also the most convenient to wear.
It couldn't be faster." The guard explained with a smile.
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"Oh, the Xuanfu Arsenal is actually capable of this?" Hearing the guard's words, Wang Wen couldn't help but be a little stunned. "I have never heard of such a sophisticated workshop in Xuanfu in the past. Could it be that His Majesty is also in Xuanfu?
Built?"
"It's natural. When His Majesty, as the Supreme Emperor, was supervising the civil and military affairs of the Xuanfu, he felt that the Ming Dynasty's soldiers and armors were too complicated and the logistics supply was extremely difficult, so he issued an order to build the Ming Dynasty.
The Xuanfu Arsenal produces standardized armor and weapons."
"The general has only seen this thing in the past few days. Not to mention that it only weighs ten kilograms, but because it is made of fine steel, its frontal defense is absolutely top-notch. The general has also tried it with a crossbow and a sword.
None of them can enter. If the weight of fine steel is not too heavy, if it is worn all over the body, it will definitely make it difficult for the soldiers to move, let alone deal with the enemy. Otherwise, if it is worn with the whole body..." Speaking of this, the guard
I couldn't help but shook my head with some regret.
When he thought of a person stuffed into such a shiny iron jar, chopped with knives and axes, but still alive and kicking, Wang Wen, who was trapped in a crooked situation, couldn't help but his eyes went straight, his steps staggered, and he almost hit the dead tree on the roadside.
On the tree.
The guard did not see Wang Wen's embarrassment as he held on to the dead tree and hurriedly walked back to the snow-covered road. He still enthusiastically introduced Zhu Qizhen's pro-army guards to the Zuodu censor.
In addition to the plate armor and helmet, there are also many new types of equipment. Unfortunately, Wang Wen is a civil servant after all, so he didn't see the real thing, so naturally he heard it was cloudy and foggy.
In fact, in the West, from the 16th century to the early 17th century, plate armor truly entered its heyday. This kind of heavy armor could effectively resist attacks from hot and cold weapons at that time, whether it was early matchlocks or swords.
Neither spears, axes, nor ancient crossbows are effective against plate armor.
With the rapid development of firearms, plate armor finally declined. However, in many cases, plate armor was still active on the battlefield. The last cavalry with breastplates was active until the early twentieth century.
The land has withdrawn from the stage of history.
At the beginning, the plate armor also went from simple to complex, and in the end, from complex to simple again. With the guidance of the great and wise time traveler Emperor Zhu Qizhen, the Ming Dynasty did not need to take such a detour.
Instead, we directly develop the breastplate and helmet. As for other parts, we can use chain armor to supplement it. In winter, we can use cotton armor to wear it. Anyway, this kind of breastplate is very convenient to wear and there is no discomfort.
More importantly, Zhu Qizhen is currently developing and developing new firearms on a large scale. He knows very well that in the future, the role of these armors will be less and less, so he will not go crazy to get them.
You can wear a tin can for your soldiers. In that case, you won't even be able to catch up with a local dog, let alone go into battle to kill the enemy. If you encounter a smarter opponent, you won't even have the chance to eat ashes behind the enemy's butt.
There will be none.
Zhu Qizhen is the only one who has something wrong with that kind of useless gadgets. For Zhu Qizhen, the dictator who only has expansionism, colonialism, and imperialism in his mind, he is taller, faster, and stronger.
This is the military concept he pursues. As for the painful concept of safety first and competition second, he should leave it to other magic lamp-level figures to figure out on their own.
Wang Wen listened to the guard's nonsense along the way. He was not lonely at all. After a short time, he finally arrived in front of the Chongzhi Palace. Wang Wen took a deep breath, straightened his clothes, and then followed
The sword-carrying guard entered the Chongzhi Hall and bowed respectfully to Zhu Qizhen, who was sitting on the couch and writing furiously on the paper: "My humble minister, Wang Wen, is here to see your Majesty."
"Wang Qing is on your level, please come and sit down. I have been waiting for you for a long time, haha..." Zhu Qizhen saw Wang Wen, put down the pen in his hand, moved his wrist, and asked with concern
The current situation in Wang Wen's mansion.
Wang Wen was extremely touched by Zhu Qizhen's considerate care, and his tone was so choked up. After all, Wang Wen, who thought he was going to die, never thought that he could escape the disaster of blood. Not to mention, he
He was still able to retain his official position. Although he would be demoted to Nanjing to retire, he was still a dignified second-grade official. In any case, this ending had far exceeded Wang Wen's own expectations.
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"Wang Qing, do you have any complaints in your heart about me sending you to Nanjing?" After a short meeting, Zhu Qizhen didn't bother to beat around the bush and went straight to the topic.
"I don't dare. Your Majesty's every move has deep meaning. Besides, no matter whether you are in the capital or in Nanzhili, you can serve the country." Wang Wen shook his head, his tone seemed quite relaxed, no matter what, he went to Nanzhili.
Li can be regarded as a useful place.
Zhu Qizhen looked at Wang Wen in front of him, and after pondering for a while, he made the final decision: "Haha, it's good for Wang Qing to think so. In fact, I asked you to go to Zhili in the south. There is indeed an important committee meeting with Wang
Sir..."
"Oh, I don't know what you want me to do in South Zhili? Your Majesty, please let me know clearly." Wang Wen's heart skipped a beat, and he quickly lowered his head and replied respectfully.
"Do you remember, what position did I ask you to take in Nanzhili?" Zhu Qizhen was betraying his authority at this time and asked with a smile. "What is your responsibility?"
"Your Majesty entrusts you with the post of the Nanjing Metropolitan Procuratorate's Zuodu Censor. The Metropolitan Procuratorate is dedicated to correcting hundreds of officials, defending those who are wronged, and supervising each department. It is the emperor's eyes, ears, and conduct.
Any minister who is treacherous, a villain who builds the party, who bullies the government and disrupts the government shall be impeached. Any official who is corrupt, corrupt, and violates official discipline shall be impeached. Any scholar who is academically dishonest and who writes a letter stating that chaos will become a constitution and hopes to be promoted and used shall be impeached.
During the visit and inspection, we will check whether the wise ministers of the Ministry of Civil Affairs are deposed. The heavy prisoners in the prison will be imprisoned in the outer dynasty, and together with the Ministry of Punishment, they will be pacified in Dali. They will follow the orders from the interior and follow the orders from the outside, and each will act according to his orders..."
Wang Wen was still very familiar with the responsibilities of the Metropolitan Procuratorate, which he had been doing before becoming the Minister of Civil Affairs and a cabinet minister. He explained the rights and responsibilities of the Metropolitan Procuratorate to Zhu Qizhen in a eloquent manner.
He has to supervise whether officials violate laws and disciplines, and he also has to supervise considerations such as rural examinations, general examinations, and martial arts examinations. He also has to inspect all warehouses in the world, including the inner treasury, the imperial city, and the five cities. There are also censors from the Metropolitan Procuratorate there.
His eyes widened, and the famous Dengwen Drum for complaining was also guarded by the censor of the Metropolitan Procuratorate.
In addition, they inspect the country's schools, tea horses (Shaanxi), canal patrols, customs patrols, transportation, sealing horses, and farming. Within the army, they supervise military discipline and merit, and each of them specializes in their own duties.
The patrol minister patrols the four directions on behalf of the emperor. The patrol ministers, ministers, prefectures, and county officials conduct inspections, and they are especially specialized in impeachment, reporting on major matters, and making decisions on minor matters. Wherever the minister comes, he must first examine and record the guilty prisoners, and punish them.
The case file will be defended if there is any reason for the discrepancy.
It can be seen that the power of the Metropolitan Procuratorate in the dynasty was far greater than that of any other dynasty, and it was fully capable of competing with the civil servants, or even exceeding it.
Not to mention that Wang Wen was spitting and explaining the functions of the Metropolitan Procuratorate. Even Zhu Qizhen, who had already checked the powers and responsibilities of the Metropolitan Procuratorate, still felt deeply for this powerful department.
A sense of honor.
Yes, if the Metropolitan Procuratorate can carry out their duties meticulously and completely, then I really don’t know how clear the Ming Dynasty’s officialdom will be. Unfortunately, no matter how good the system is, if there are no personnel to strictly implement it, it will be just a bunch of people.
It's just a flower stand that looks pretty, but it's of no use at all.
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ps: Today’s first update, there will be another update later. Haha, please give me some recommendation tickets, monthly tickets, um, meal tickets, vegetable tickets, too.