Daming: The most ruthless tyrant in history

Chapter 319 Zhili Rebellion (4)

The warehouses in Yongping Prefecture were burned down, just like opening Pandora's box. Beizhili, which used to be peaceful, suddenly became unstable.

On the sixth day of July, water broke out in Zunhua warehouses; on the first day of July, there were riots in Qixiong, Wen'an, Jinghai and other counties; on the ninth day of July, water broke out in Pinggu warehouses; on the tenth day of July, grain prices increased sharply; on July [-]th, Xingji, Cangzhou, Wu Civil unrest in Qiang, Hengshui and other places...

"This time the Integrity Institute caused quite a stir in Zhili."

At Tianjin Bingbei Road Office, Cao Wenyao frowned, stared at the secret report, and said with an unusually solemn expression: "Bingxian, isn't it just a thorough investigation of the warehouse deficit? Why is there such a big commotion that even the water transport has been affected? Even if there are more or less problems with the warehouses set up in various places under Zhili, it won't be that water will be lost, riots will be riots, and grain prices will rise sharply, right?"

"Yes."

Chen Jisheng, the guerrilla general of Tianjin Navy, tightly grasped the hilt of the wild goose feather knife on his shoulder, frowned and looked at Chen Qiyu and said: "If everything written in the secret report is true, then it is not an accident at all, it is clearly planned. Isn't this forcing the imperial court?" Just express your position so that the Integrity Council, which has been condemned to various places, can return to Beijing."

"Jin Yiwei shouldn't dare to do anything about this matter, right?"

Cao Wenyao looked at Chen Qiyu with some uncertainty.

"What can I do?"

Chen Qiyu, who had been silent all the time, looked at Generals Cao Wenyao and Chen Jisheng, "This is what His Majesty sent to Tianjin. Luo Sigong, the commander of the Jinyi Guards, would only choose to play tricks on this matter unless he was afraid that the matter was too small. Based on the facts, It seems that the chaos that occurred in the northern Zhili border is not a simple problem that broke out after the warehouse was investigated for a deficit."

"Could it be that someone colluded secretly?"

Chen Jisheng looked at Chen Qiyu in disbelief, "How dare they do this? These things are not investigated at all. As long as the court can stabilize the situation, then..."

"Do you think some people can still care about this?"

Chen Qiyu narrowed his eyes slightly and said: "Cangchang is extremely important to the imperial court. It is related to the national economy and people's livelihood. Any deficit in Cangchang is not a small matter."

"His Majesty ordered the Integrity Council to thoroughly investigate this matter. His original intention was to find out what happened in the warehouse over the years, especially whether the food and salary allocated to Liaodi were fully paid."

"Judging from the facts and results, some things do not need to be investigated to know that there must be problems. This is why all the chaos in Beizhili is happening now."

The atmosphere in the main hall became depressing.

Especially the two generals Cao Wenyao and Chen Jisheng are in an unusual mood at the moment. If this civil servant becomes ruthless, he will really dare to do anything, just to force the court to stop and not continue to investigate the warehouse, and even everywhere All kinds of problems are caused, this is too much fun.

"General Cao, General Chen, I specially called you here today for one thing."

Although Chen Qiyu saw the two people's reaction, he didn't say much else. Instead, he stood up and said seriously: "In view of the current chaos, the three guards of Tianjin must ensure stability. At present, Jinghai, The riots and civil unrest in Cangzhou and other places have affected water transportation, and as a result, food prices have increased slightly under our rule in Tianjin."

After listening to Chen Qiyu's words, Cao Wenyao and Chen Jisheng's expressions became serious. They were stationed in Tianjin to train the new army and navy. There were many things that happened in Tianjin in the past, but no major disturbances occurred. With the two of them, The commanding army is inseparable.

"The situation in Tianjin is more special than elsewhere." Chen Qiyu continued: "The refugees who gathered due to the construction of various industries fled their homes. Although under the jurisdiction of Yousi, the order everywhere was relatively stable, but once there was a riot, the final Nothing is more susceptible to incitement than a large group of people. If there is any disturbance, there will be chaos."

The two nodded in approval.

indeed.

Why is it that for generals who command troops to fight, what they fear most is the roar of battalions under their command? Once there is such a sign, if it is not resolutely suppressed at first, it will not be suppressed at all, especially in the dark night, when the roar of the battalions is the most serious. A good catalyst will lead to disaster as long as it succeeds.

It is also true that in large-scale camps, it is strictly forbidden to make loud noises and rush and scream. Once such people are found, no matter who is the first to chop them down.

"There are also a large number of trackers under Tianjin."

Chen Qiyu said with a serious expression: "According to what I know, they secretly have Cao Gang gatherings. In this special situation, I want to ask General Cao to lead his troops to guard the Tianjin Acropolis, and the three guards will be led by General Chen." At the same time, the laborers gathered inside the city are under the care of General Cao, and the laborers gathered outside the city are under the care of General Chen..."

This burden is not light.

When Chen Qiyu said this, Cao Wenyao and Chen Jisheng looked at each other and felt great pressure. After all, they had to take care of so many things. If a problem occurs anywhere during this period, if it is not suppressed immediately, it will definitely brew in Tianjin. A new disaster.

"This burden is a bit heavy, but now that we are in this situation, we must carry it, otherwise we will let down the Holy Grace."

Chen Qiyu saw the changes in the two of them and said in a low tone: "I can't control other places. I am the military commander of Tianjin Bingbei Road, so I must ensure the stability of Tianjin.

It's not easy for Tianjin today, not to mention that Tianjin is the gateway to defend the capital. No matter how chaotic the North Zhili becomes, Tianjin cannot be chaotic at all. "

"Don't worry, Bingxian, the general is willing to issue a military order!"

Upon hearing this, Cao Wenyao immediately clasped his fists and said: "If there is any commotion in Tianjin Acropolis, I will be willing to die to apologize!!"

"The general is also willing to issue a military order!"

Chen Jisheng followed closely.

"Good, good, good."

Chen Qiyu's hanging heart dropped a little, and he stood up and walked towards the two of them, showing an expression of approval and saying: "With these two generals' words, I know that Tianjin is safe. You two can rest assured. Chen vows to advance and retreat together with you two. I, Tianjin Yousi, will not stand by and watch."

With Chen Qiyu's words, the two knew that he must have a backup plan, so they became more confident. They were always there to help Chen Qiyu with all the things he did in Tianjin. As for Chen Qiyu's abilities and methods, the two of them were very confident. Very admired.

Especially the initial preparations for the Tianjin Navy. If Chen Qiyu hadn't helped solve the problem, let alone the fleet, I fear that the Tianjin Navy would have difficulty gathering even a few sea-going ships.

However, compared with the changes in mentality of Cao Wenyao and Chen Jisheng, Chen Qiyu felt very heavy because through the turmoil in Beizhili, he discovered that the hidden problems of the Ming Dynasty were far more serious than he originally thought, and the emperor's treatment of a certain The attitude towards these things is too rigid, which may solve some problems, but the impact on the lower class groups is too great. Can Ming Dynasty really withstand this kind of torment?
(End of this chapter)