Han Shizu

Chapter 856 Follow-up
"Your Majesty!" It took a long time before Fan Zhigang finished reading the information given by Liu Chengyou, raised his eyes to observe the emperor's expression, and sighed slightly: "The officers and soldiers in the army are so uneducated and subject to strict military discipline. Acting in a rough manner, able to maintain law and order, but lacks the ability to govern affairs, let alone the ability to coordinate people's sentiments, it is not surprising that there is such a situation! I wonder what your majesty will tell you?"

Asked about it, Liu Chengyou seemed very peaceful, and said: "Not only has the disadvantages been born, but it is also known. The imperial court should take effective measures to correct it and restore peace to the village! Do you have any suggestions?"

The emperor expressed his attitude, and Fan Zhi thought about it seriously, and replied in a deep voice: "For the military officials in the village, I have three suggestions!"

"Fan Qing, please tell me!" Liu Chengyou sat upright and looked at him.

Fan Zhiping narrated: "First, for those local military officials who neglect their duties, pervert the law, and do evil, we should order local officials to investigate and deal with them in accordance with the law, so as to eliminate the law and discipline, and return the villagers to peace!"

"This is natural! Although they are meritorious persons, I bestow officials with posts, money, food, and land, and let them return to their hometowns. This is not only for rewarding meritorious service, but also for the benefit of their hometown and the declaration of grace, not for them to be arrogant. Good luck, the fish and meat of the common people. Now that you have violated the criminal law and committed a crime of adultery, you should deal with it strictly, so as to make an example to others!" Liu Chengyou said.

Talking about the emperor's expression of clear eyes and accepting words, Fan Zhi was slightly relieved. He was really worried that Liu Chengyou would come up with other ideas and use imperial power to suppress the law.

Arching his hand, Fan Zhi said again: "Secondly, for the many military officials serving in prefectures, counties, towns, and villages, the local prefectural and county officials and supervisory officials should be ordered to strengthen supervision and inspection, and conduct assessments on schedule, and give them promotion, punishment, promotion and demote. "

"In this way, I'm afraid it will also increase the burden of local governance. For those lazy and mediocre officials, it will be sad again!" Liu Chengyou said, seeming to be teasing.

"Let's talk about the third one!" Liu Chengyou asked again, obviously, he also recognized the second one.

Regarding this, Fan Zhi hesitated for a while, and then solemnly asked: "Thirdly, Your Majesty, you may grant land, money and food to meritorious officers and soldiers, and you may give them the posts of law and order, robbery, village soldier, and jailer. However, we should be cautious in the task of governing the people.

After all, the root cause of the disadvantages of this task is that a large number of military officials, without the ability to manage affairs and love the people, take on the responsibility of governing the people.So, how can there be no mistakes.

Although the officials in the village are lowly and unworthy, they are the most direct personnel for the imperial court to manage civil affairs and control thousands of households.Its role is even more important than that of state and county officials, and His Majesty should also understand this reason.

Therefore, the appointment of officials by the imperial court should also be based on their reputation and ability, and should not be appointed only for military merit.Otherwise, if things go on like this, the evils in the village will become more and more serious, and people's grievances will inevitably arise.

Furthermore, in the past ten years, a large number of military officials have enriched the local villages, which has also increased the number of redundant officials and increased the financial burden of the local area.”

Listening to the third point of what Fan Zhi said, Liu Chengyou obviously showed a little strangeness on his face, as if he didn't take it seriously.After thinking about it for a while, Liu Chengyou said: "There are inherent disadvantages, but we should not only look at the disadvantages and ignore the benefits. The tens of thousands of imperial court officials, are they all criminals who commit crimes? How can a few people offend the entire class?

For example, in the new Sichuan and Shu, there are more than 40 prefectures, more than 200 counties, and thousands of villages. If these trustworthy officers, soldiers and officials, and the court's favor, how can they go to the countryside?Isn't the lesson of the previous tyrannical chaos not profound enough?
As Qing said, if the local officials are all based on their character and ability, how can the court get so many talents to serve as rural officials?Military officers and officials may be unworthy, but more supervision and education is enough instead of deterrence. How can we deny it in one word? "

Hearing the emperor's words, Fan Zhi frowned tightly, his old face was not out of anger, but serious thinking.Seeing his state, Liu Chengyou smiled and said: "However, Fan Qing's concerns are not unreasonable. Military officers and officials lack culture. It is absolutely not advisable to rule the people by military law. In this way, in the future, military meritorious service and political management The appointment of the people will be strictly inspected in front of the government, and then assigned, and those who fail to pass will make another arrangement!

Also, the rule of supervision should be strengthened! "

"Your Majesty is wise!" After understanding Liu Chengyou's meaning, Fan Zhi bowed seriously, with a respectful attitude.

In fact, in Liu Chengyou's heart, he wanted to support the military landlord class of the big Han. Those low-level military officials were only the foundation, and the core was still the upper-level military nobles.Although the country has entered bureaucratic politics, and the bureaucratic landlord class is also growing and developing, Liu Chengyou still hopes that the country and the court will have a force that is different from the bureaucratic group of literati and bureaucrats.

"Let's do this for the time being!" Looking at Fan Zhi, Liu Chengyou ordered: "Qing should, together with the officials of the Zhengshitang and Yousi, draw up a specific statement based on this idea, and implement it. What should be investigated, What to do!"

"Obey!" Fan Zhi replied.

After pondering for a while, Liu Chengyou said again: "This time, Zhao Li's case is a painful experience. Since ancient times, the problem of official administration has never been cured. The only way is to supervise and use the law to restrict it. Zhao Li was promoted by me at the bottom. Dereliction of duty and favoritism. Every time I think about it, I feel troubled and embarrassed!"

Hearing his emotion, Fan Zhi gave a rare voice of persuasion: "Your Majesty, don't worry too much. Zhao Li owed the king's favor because he lost his original intention, not the fault of the imperial court system. We only need to strictly enforce the national law so that those who come later will be in awe. Don’t dare to act rashly, just do it!”

"Speaking of latecomers, now that Zhao Li is gone, Fan Qing thinks who can take over the Metropolitan Procuratorate?" Liu Chengyou asked.

Faced with the emperor's inquiry, Fan Zhi remained silent, as if he didn't dare to make rash suggestions. After all, the Metropolitan Procuratorate was a relatively independent yamen among the various ministries and departments.

At the same time, he has served Liu Chengyou for ten years, and it's not that Fan Zhi can't figure out the holy will.Fan Zhi already felt that although Zhao Li's case made the emperor very angry, it did not make him lose confidence in the imperial court's supervision system. On the contrary, he would continue to strengthen and improve its system so that it would continue to undertake its functions of monitoring internal and external military affairs and people's livelihood.

As the head of the Metropolitan Procuratorate, Zuodu Yushi became more sensitive and important. Fan Zhi was now the chief minister, and since the time when the emperor was delegating power, he has been in charge of state affairs and has a lot of power.In this case, be more cautious.

After thinking about it for a while, Fan Zhi replied: "Li Weizhen (Li Gu) is famous for knowing people, why don't you inquire about it?"

For his answer, Liu Chengyou couldn't help smiling, looking at this prime minister who was known for his uprightness and honesty, it was rare for him to see Fan Zhi so cautious.

Without procrastinating, Liu Chengyou said directly: "What do you think of Dali Temple Minister Cui Zhoudu?"

Judging by the emperor's attitude, it is obvious that he already has a place in his heart, and this consultation is probably just for fun.After thinking about it, Fan Zhi replied: "Cui Zhoudu is an upright person. He was born as a censor and admonisher. He is familiar with the law and acts with dignity. He follows the rules and regulations. He is capable enough. However, he has a strong temperament."

Hearing Fan Zhi raise doubts about Cui Zhoudu's character, Liu Chengyou thought to himself, in terms of temperament, how is Fan Zhi better than Cui Zhoudu?There are many anecdotes and anecdotes among the imperial court, and some rumors are not just rumors. For example, when Fan Zhi was in the court, when he disagreed with his colleagues or opinions, he always had a dispute with him. Or stay silent.
In many cases, people can often see the shortcomings of others, but not their own shortcomings.This is true even for Fan Zhi, who is a famous official.

Of course, Liu Chengyou couldn't confide in this kind of complaint directly, but answered Fan Zhi with a light smile: "Fan Qing even thinks that Cui Zhoudu has the ability of the Chief Procuratorate, that's enough. As for the personality issue, There are differences in the number of people, as long as the official duties are not delayed, all can be tolerated!"

The emperor had already said so, and it was not easy for Fan Zhi to express his dissent.

"The Zhongshu should be appointed for drafting, and the Metropolitan Procuratorate is a place of heavy responsibility for the imperial court. It needs to be cleaned up as soon as possible!" Liu Chengyou instructed.

"Yes!"

"In addition, what I think about Zhao Li is that he is in charge of the Metropolitan Procuratorate alone. He has great power and no one to check and balance. As a result, his awe is greatly reduced, and he cannot maintain his original aspirations and stick to his duties. If you have the left, you should keep the right. What do you think, under the Shi, you will set up a censor, the capital of the right, to cooperate with the supervisory affairs?" Liu Chengyou asked again.

As soon as Liu Chengyou finished speaking, Fan Zhi immediately understood the meaning of the emperor, which meant the division of powers and checks and balances.After thinking about it, he found that Zhao Li was inappropriate before, and there was no reason to object. He immediately responded, "Your Majesty is very worried! I have no objection!"

"Okay! That's it!" Liu Chengyou once again showed a satisfied expression.

(End of this chapter)