Han Shizu

Chapter 400 Analysis of Privy Power
The attention of the people in the hall was basically attracted by Zhao Ying's speech, and their surprised eyes were more or less aimed at him.Liu Chengyou also observed him, secretly guessing his intentions, but questioned in his mouth:
"Why did Zhao Qing move this heart? In the past three years, all matters of the Ministry of Criminal Justice have been recorded with Qing, adjudicated and sentenced, cleared up cases and prisons, justice and strictness, and everyone obeys it. I also agree with it very much. Heart, what is the reason, could it be that there is something I have done that is not thoughtful, please tell me clearly, I will definitely change it!"

Zhao Ying was appointed Prime Minister in Xia Dynasty in the first year of Qianyou. His purpose was to check and balance Yang Bin, Wang Zhang, Su Yugui and other officials from Hedong. As for his own talents and virtues, Liu Chengyou didn't care too much.After all, in the later Jin Dynasty, she was a prime minister, so she was always a little bit different. Moreover, Zhao Ying was old, gentle, soft and easy to control.

It was only later that the remnants of the central and former dynasties gathered together, and the political affairs hall and those who were in charge of the affairs of the same order occupied four seats.In view of this, Liu Chengyou began to suppress and alienate to a certain extent. The original target was Zhao Ying, but later he chose Dou Zhengu, his servant, because Dou Zhengu was more capable. Zhao Ying was able to keep his position by leaving it in Xuzhou to deal with the aftermath.

Although Zhao Ying is not a person who is good at political strategy, she has lived for more than sixty years and can understand some things after going through the world.Hearing Liu Chengyou's tone of persuasion at this time, he was not happy, let alone took it seriously, he could secretly see the little claws of this young emperor, the emperor who practiced legalist tyranny was not so easy to serve.

These days, due to old age and frailty, the results of those tired courtiers who were "redeemed" by the emperor for official positions made him feel even more touched.The emperor wants to promote the young and strong, but if the position is not vacated, how can he be promoted?

Facing Liu Chengyou's scrutinizing eyes, Zhao Ying bowed and raised her hands, showing great respect, and explained: "The subject is a dull person. When he was in the previous dynasty, he was fortunate enough to enter the center. He has no ability to help the world. The strategy, which has been mediocre for several years, is to be bound to the Khitan with the Emperor Jin. The Khitan Lord fled to the North to the Central Plains, and the ministers moved to the North from the Emperor to the captives. With this remaining life, they will end up in the foreign lands in the northern part of the Great Wall. Fortunately, Your Majesty, Shengde Yingqi, can understand. Bravery, with Luancheng's shocking blow, saving ministers is tantamount to being imprisoned."

"After entering the court, the kindness was very generous. Your majesty was the king, and he was promoted to be the minister. For three years in the political affairs hall, the minister had to exhaust his energy to fulfill his duties and repay the kindness of your majesty. Up to now, the minister is old and unbearable. The energy is low, it is difficult to take on important tasks, and I feel uneasy at times, lest I will harm the country and the king."

"The old minister is not enough. I would like to resign from his position and position. I hope His Majesty will understand. The old minister in Anzhou also prayed for His Majesty at that time, and wished for the great man!"

After the petition was over, Zhao Ying knelt down and bowed.

Seeing this, Liu Chengyou sighed faintly, and seemed to have infinite emotion: "I understand Zhao Qing's heart, even if I am reluctant to give up, I can only reluctantly do what I want!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Zhao Ying immediately thanked her.

"However, Anzhou is located in a remote place, the border state in the south, the three passes in the north, the throat in the north, the gateway to the Central Plains, and a place where military strategists must fight. Generals who need to use force are not suitable for veterans!"

Liu Chengyou glanced at him, and said: "Chenzhou is in the hinterland of the Central Plains, with four distinct seasons, fertile land, and prosperous culture. The current government is peaceful and the people are governed. Zhao Qing can go there to know the political affairs of Chenzhou, educate the common people, and educate the people!"

Zhao Ying bowed again: "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your kindness!"

"Get up!"

Zhao Ying's matter was settled, and the hall was quiet for a while. It was so easy, a minister resigned, and there seemed to be another vacant seat in the Political Affairs Hall
After a while, Liu Chengyou looked at Wei Renpu, who was almost only serving as a companion, and said: "I think that for three generations, officials in the middle and middle courts have been assigned, so that the name is not worthy of the name, the officials are not qualified for their duties, and there are more and more redundant staff. I want to redefine Dispatch of official positions, reduce redundancy, clear rules, and start from the Ministry of War.”

"I take Wei Qing as Minister of the Ministry of War. From then on, the Privy Council will be in charge of military and state affairs, military defense, frontier preparations, and garrisons, as well as the selection, replacement, reward and punishment of military officers; as for military registration, production, military equipment, and military affairs. , Moved to the Ministry of War! The division of powers between the two divisions will be completed before the end of spring next year!"

The order given by Liu Chengyou is obviously the key point. Seeing the emperor's understatement, the ministers present couldn't help but murmur in their hearts.

In such an era, when it comes to military power, there must be no small matter.Where did Liu Chengyou want to determine the official position, he clearly wanted to divide the power of the privy.Of course, it is also possible. The fierce tiger of the Imperial Army has basically been tamed, and the shackles and chains on it are called the Privy Council.Now, the emperor is obviously worried about the Privy Council again, especially the person in charge of the Privy Council, named Guo Wei.

Hearing this, Wei Renpu quickly understood the emperor's intentions, but he couldn't help but feel doubts in his expression. He cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty, the matter of military aircraft is of great importance. We should consider it in a long-term way, and don't act too hastily."

"So, I gave the Ministry of War and the Privy Council more than three months. With Wei Qing's talents, can't we finish this time? If there is a shortage of people, we will often recruit Jinshi, bachelors from the three halls and two colleges, as well as internal and external officials." The ministers are actually selected by the minister; if there is a shortage of money, the third department will prepare enough funds for it!" Liu Chengyou said lightly.

The emperor was trying to cheer himself up and support his back. Wei Renpu understood, took a deep breath, and still cautiously reminded: "Your Majesty, Privy Councilor Guo is still patrolling the border. Do you want to wait for him to return to court before handing over and implementing it to avoid accidents?" confusion!"

Hearing this, Liu Chengyou stared at Wei Renpu with frowned eyebrows. He didn't believe it. With Wei Renpu's shrewdness, he couldn't see his intention.It was Guo Wei who was patrolling the border, in order to avoid trouble, he planned to take advantage of his absence and implement it first. It doesn't have to be done overnight, just start!
But seeing Wei Renpu's serious description, Liu Chengyou suppressed a little bit of dissatisfaction in his heart, calmed down, and could understand Wei Renpu's concerns.After all, although the cutting of the privy secretaries is not as serious as the original analysis of the guards, it is also related to the military and the country, and even the defense of the world, so it must not be careless.And in Wei Renpu's view, now is not a good time, and the emperor's intentions are too obvious.

However, Liu Chengyou is such a person.In terms of endurance, he can endure what ordinary people cannot bear.However, once you set your sights on the target, make up your mind, and the opportunity is good, then make a firm move without ambiguity.

He believes that now is the time to divide the power of privy secretaries, and he is sure to control the disadvantages within an acceptable range, and he can't think of any consequences of earth-shattering, so as a minister, especially a confidant, he should actively implement it. .

Looking at Wei Renpu, Liu Chengyou said directly: "Guo Shumi, Wei Qing doesn't have to worry about it. With his wisdom, he should also support my resolution."

After finishing speaking, Liu Chengyou added another sentence coldly: "Furthermore, I am planning to deploy the army. Do I still need to obtain the consent of Privy Councilor Guo in advance?"

Speaking of this matter, even Wei Renpu dare not repeat it, he can only say yes to his orders.Left and right, what should be reminded, he has already reminded, since the emperor is prepared and ready to deal with it, then he doesn't need to worry about other things, just do his job.

Furthermore, Wei Renpu has been in the Privy Council for a long time, and he is familiar with all affairs from top to bottom. Liu Chengyou is very relieved that he will analyze the functions of power and functions, and be responsible for the remodeling of the Ministry of War.

In fact, Liu Chengyou had considered and prepared for such a decision for a long time.For example, at the beginning of winter this year, Guo Wei was sent to patrol the border on behalf of the sky
When Liu Chengyou governed the country, there were occasional decisions made by God, but more often, he still thought carefully and made decisions before making decisions.

A group of ministers came out of the Chongzheng Hall one after another, subconsciously letting out a sigh of relief. Just now, in the hall, the monarch and his ministers were discussing each other, and the atmosphere was extremely oppressive.Today's Son of Heaven, like the rising sun, is more dazzling, majestic and daunting.

"Mr. Xuanhui, why are you resigning?" Feng Daochang asked in a low voice after catching up with Zhao Ying.

Looking at the bearded and handsome Feng Dao, Zhao Ying smiled wryly, turned her eyes towards the Chongzheng Palace, and sighed: "The Son of Heaven is a master of great promise, forging ahead, aiming at the world, and I cannot follow this foolish old man." .Retire from the place, study and write books, and pray for your old age!"

After saying that, he walked away slowly, and Feng Dao stopped behind, staring at his back as he gently descended the steps and gradually moved away, thoughtfully.

　Thank you book friends for your support, and thank you book friend Zi Ziyou for the 10000 point reward.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)