Han Shizu

Chapter 218, "Combing", "Optimization"

"Officials, Commander-in-Chief Shang will receive an imperial edict to see you."

"Xuan."

When Shang Hongqian entered the hall, he saluted with sternness and respect, showing enough respect for the emperor Liu Chengyou, which was in line with his usual style.

Although Liu Chengyou's face was tense every day, his attitude was calm. He asked him to sit down and talk, and said: "The guards have an army of tens of thousands of horses, defending Tokyo, guarding the world, and consolidating the country. There is no one better than the official. Shangqing is the head of the country, and he has always served the emperor loyally. He is entrusted by the guards and the army, so I can rest assured!"

Liu Chengyou was talking about the situation, and Shang Hongqian was also very generous. Although he was not sincere or panicky, his words were very conservative: "Your Majesty is trustworthy, and my ministers are very scared."

"Shangqing has been in the army for many years. He is well-versed in military affairs and is familiar with the affairs of the guards and the army. There should be no obstacles in taking over the imperial army." Liu Chengyou asked pointedly: "Before, there were many general affairs of the imperial army. In the uncoordinated and chaotic situation, has Shang Qing ever thought about how to carry out work and deal with military affairs?"

Hearing this, Shang Hongqian couldn't help but glanced at Liu Chengyou, almost without hesitation, said: "Forgive me for being dull, facing military affairs, I am at a loss for what to do, please show me the direction, Your Majesty."

Liu Chengyou couldn't help but sized Shang Hongqian's eyes again, and saw that the veteran had a cautious look on his face, but he couldn't help but think to himself, is this person really mediocre?It seems to be echoing my own thoughts...

Putting away his small thoughts of intrusion, Liu Chengyou directly issued his instructions to Shang Hongqian: "I heard that the army in Tokyo, the top and bottom soldiers, are mostly exhausted, discipline is lax, and the morale of the army is unstable. Therefore, the first thing Shangqing should do is to Lead the army to command, stabilize people's hearts, strictly enforce military discipline, and strengthen training. Everything can be chaotic, but the army cannot be chaotic!"

"Yes!" As soon as Liu Chengyou finished speaking, Shang Hongqian said as if enlightened, "Your Majesty's words are very true, I understand."

Liu Chengyou directly ignored his flattery, waved his hand and said: "Since the beginning of the year, the Forbidden Army has been mobilized frequently. Western expeditions, bandit suppression, and military relocation, and the relocation of soldiers and soldiers have become chaotic. Some adjustments should be made to military and personnel duties to restore order."

Shang Hongqian subconsciously nodded his head, and then with a look of embarrassment on his face, he took the initiative to say: "Your Majesty, the general affairs are complicated, and with the talents of the minister, I am afraid that it will be difficult to do what I want to achieve."

Seeing this, Liu Chengyou thought for a while, and said very naturally: "I will go to the Privy Council to assist the Department of Guards to sort out, Shangqing and peace of mind."

"Yes!" Shang Hongqian replied without thinking too much.

Liu Chengyou's move was to strengthen the Privy Council's jurisdiction over the guards and pro-military forces.

The Privy Council and the Department of Guards have a large part of their powers overlapping. Both yamen can manage the names of officers and soldiers, garrison, rewards and punishments, and relocation.However, when Shi and Liu were in charge of the Department of Guards, they were very powerful and specialized in their own affairs. Under normal circumstances, the Privy Council could not interfere with the Imperial Army.Any discussion on state affairs and the Privy Council must be submitted to Liu Chengyou, and then approved by Shi Hongzhao and Liu Xin before it can be implemented smoothly.

The guards all pointed to power, so how could they not be feared by Liu Chengyou.Of course, this is not simply a matter of generals, but that since the Department of Guards has its own name, its influence has continued to expand, its authority has expanded, and it has gradually formed its own system.

That is to say, Shi Hongzhao and Liu Xin were murderous and unpopular. Otherwise, Liu Chengyou's plan to dissolve his resignation would not have been so smooth.But now, Liu Chengyou intends to continue to suppress the bodyguard department, and use two nicer words to call it "sorting out" and "optimizing".

Of course, it can't be done overnight. In terms of military affairs, Liu Chengyou reminds himself all the time, don't act too hastily.

Using the Privy Council to participate in the management of the imperial army's name registration, relocation, rewards and punishments, transfers, etc. is Liu Chengyou's means of restraining the authority of the bodyguard department, increasing the authority of the privy body, and using it to restrict the bodyguard department.

As for more in-depth reforms, Liu Chengyou needs to gradually advance while stabilizing the monarchy and enhancing the authority of the emperor.Of course, in this process, the feelings of the guards and generals must also be considered.

But just for the current action, Shang Hongqian's cooperation is still needed.But obviously, with Shang Hongqian's ability and means, when facing Liu Chengyou's "scalpel", he couldn't make any effective rebuttal, or he didn't intend to do it.

After accepting Liu Chengyou's instructions, Shang Hongqian respectfully withdrew from the Chuigong Hall, stood in front of the hall, looked back, and lowered his head slightly, as if he had realized something.

"Shang Dushuai." The greeting sounded, and there was some uncomfortable suspicion in the tone.

Shang Hongqian came back to his senses in shock, and when he raised his eyes, he saw Li Shaoyou walking slowly with one hand behind his back, with a "spring breeze" smile on his mouth.Seeing the man, Shang Hongqian responded indifferently: "Sishi Li!"

You can keep a low profile in front of the emperor, but there is no need to lower your profile in front of young people like Li Shaoyou.

Li Shaoyou didn't take it seriously, and asked with a slight smile, "Is Du Shuai Mian Jun over?"

"Your Majesty is in the palace!" Shang Hongqian nodded, gestured to the Chuigong Palace, and then left on his own to return to the Department of Guards.Still thinking deeply, seems to be thinking about how to fulfill Liu Chengyou's exhortation.

Looking at Shang Hongqian's back, the smile on Li Shaoyou's face shrank slightly, and he sighed secretly: "What a lucky man! What a pity."

With the establishment of the position of ban commander, Li Shaoyou also slowly came to his senses, and knew where his father had lost.The most suitable candidate on the surface is often the least suitable!
Shaking his head slightly, Li Shaoyou turned around, straightened his robes, and asked for an audience.

"Officials, this is the official compilation of Wu Desi's subordinate organization, please read it." Solemnly presented a thick memorial to Liu Chengyou.

Liu Chengyou became interested, put down the affairs in hand, took over and browsed.Li Shaoyou was next, explaining to him.

According to Li Shaoyou's plan, under the Wude Division, the military, government, and civilian investigation departments were divided into three investigation departments, each with a detainee for relatives, and a left and right command under it, and four cadres under it to lead a number of investigations.

As for the staffing, there are [-] military scouts, [-] civilian and [-] political scouts each, all of whom are filled with elites.Attached are the detailed regulations of Wu Desi.

It can be seen that Li Shaoyou put his heart into it, and he really has a bit of talent.Moreover, from the report on it, Liu Chengyou could feel the ambition of his cousin to "do a big job".

Li Shaoyou bowed slightly, waiting for Liu Chengyou's reply, although his expression was steady, his heart was unavoidably anxious.He didn't know if Liu Chengyou would agree with his idea.I didn't have such worries before, but now, this cousin is becoming more and more elusive.

"Let's try it out!" Finally, Liu Chengyou put down the "Strategy of Military Decision Making" and agreed.

"Yes!" Li Shaoyou heaved a sigh of relief, his brows and eyes raised some joy, and he bowed his hands.

"I only want one result. Tokyo's military, political and civilian customs are all in my ears, and I must not ignore any troubles!" Liu Chengyou ordered lightly.

"Yes!" Li Shaoyou replied again.With his head down, he felt that Liu Chengyou's "power of the emperor" was getting stronger and stronger.

With the approval of Liu Chengyou, Wu Desi will transform from a grassroots team to a formal spy agency.

(End of this chapter)