Daming: The most ruthless tyrant in history

Chapter 463 Concerns

Many matters discussed by the Governor's Office of Liaodong are moving in the established direction under the conscious control of Hong Chengchou. Each decision-making related to Liaodong will even affect the future exploration of Ming Dynasty. In order to achieve the direction indicated by the emperor of Ming Dynasty, We also need to let the Liaodong Governor's Office and the military preparations help each other. The most difficult thing to control is the right balance!

The longer Hong Chengchou stayed in the position of governor of Liaodong, the more difficult it became for him to do things. The thing itself was not difficult, but the difficulty lay in the person himself. After all, it was one person with one idea. No two people in the world could have absolutely the same idea, so When doing things, you must learn to make choices, distinguish priorities, and understand the pros and cons. If you blindly want to impose your will on others, you will eventually get the opposite!

This is only limited to Liaodong.

If it extends to the entire Ming Dynasty, the complexity is far beyond ordinary people's imagination.

"Futai, under my rule in Liaodong, we need to open up wasteland, clear land, build ports, build roads, and build canals. There are many aspects involved in this."

As each matter became clear, Yang Wenyue, who was then Liaonan Military Preparation Officer, said at this moment: "Under such a relatively special situation, is it really the right decision to choose to pilot water diversion and rice planting in the military-affiliated Xuntian? "

"I am not questioning His Majesty's will. After all, in the land of Liaodong, there has never been such a precedent before. If it really fails, it will not delay thousands of acres of land, but tens of thousands of acres of land. These types of land can at least ensure part of the food rations, right?"

"If this matter really goes wrong, not only will there be no profit for the year, but the key point is that the military and military offices will have to bear this part of the loss. This is to protect the merits of the people they belong to, and the total losses will be added up. , enough for various places in Liaodong to accomplish a lot of practical things!"

What is supposed to come will eventually come.

Hong Chengchou, who was leaning on the official chair, couldn't help but sigh in his heart when he heard Yang Wenyue's question. Although he was also skeptical about the matter, the emperor's will was particularly strong. The diversion of water for rice planting must be carried out in Liaodong. After trying it out, whether it succeeds or not is another matter, but it will be done without compromise.

In the past, when it came to matters involving Liaodong, Zhu Youxiao pointed out a general direction. When it came to specific matters, whether it was military or political, Xiong Tingbi and Hong Chengchou would be fully given corresponding authority. After all, they were waiting for them. Those in Liaodong were far more sensitive to the actual situation in Liaodong than Zhu Youxiao, who learned about the actual situation in Liaodong through memorials.

It is true that Xiong Tingbi and Hong Chengchou were ministers of the Ming Dynasty, but this does not mean that they do not have their own ideas. They are ministers of the Ming Dynasty who do practical things, not puppets!

If they were really puppets, Zhu Youxiao would not reuse them.

After all, in order to solve the local dilemma in Liaodong and alleviate the many problems and disadvantages that have arisen, Zhu Youxiao needs a group of talents to take root and solve the problem.

It was precisely this premise that made Hong Chengchou unswervingly support this policy despite his concerns and confusion.

Without him.

Without the emperor's reliance and trust, it would have been impossible for Hong Chengchou to secure his position as governor of Liaodong, let alone give full play to his talents.

Everything is mutual.

"Anyone who has any ideas can speak out now."

Hong Chengchou gathered his thoughts and looked at the people in front of him.

"Your Majesty, do you think the scope of this matter can be narrowed accordingly?"

Ding Qirui, the officer of the Liaozuo Military Preparation Road, frowned and said: "The matter of diverting water to plant rice will continue to be carried out in our Liaodong territory, but the planting area will be limited to one or two military preparation roads, and the acres of cultivated land will be reduced, so that even if this matter cannot be accomplished, , at least the losses can be minimized. If it can be successful, the scale can be expanded next year. This is actually the most beneficial to Liaodong." "I second the proposal!"

"I second the proposal!"

Several other military officers expressed their opinions one after another.

Now the issue of diverting water to plant rice involves the military preparations under the jurisdiction of Liaodong. They need to select a large-scale land under each autonomous region and implement it according to the agricultural groups sent by the Shaofu to try out new planting methods. , this does not include sweet potatoes, potatoes and other crops that will be trial-grown during the period.

Any innovation in agricultural technology and the widespread promotion of any type of agricultural species will inevitably require a long period of exploration and cultivation. On this basis, the scope will continue to expand. It is impossible to say that if you decide something today, it will be The results will be seen tomorrow. That is pure fantasy!

"I understand what you are saying, but this cannot be done."

Looking at the people in front of him, Hong Chengchou had a serious expression and said in a sonorous tone: "The height your Majesty stands is incomparable to us. It is normal for us to have concerns of one kind or another. After all, it involves the current situation in Liaodong. There are many things to do, but even if you have concerns, you must do it without compromise."

"Have you ever thought about it? If the diversion of water to plant rice is really successful, what will it bring to Liaodong? If nothing else, just in terms of yield per mu, you all know the gap between rice and wheat, right?"

"Not to mention that the group of people sent from the Shaofu are also responsible for cultivating higher-yielding rice. I have not known about this for several years, or even longer. It may be difficult to see results, but if If it can really be done, what changes will it bring to Liaodong?"

Fu Zonglong, Yang Wenyue, and Ding Qirui were silent.

It's not like they haven't considered this matter.

But the key to the problem is that one is reality and the other is outlook. How to make the best choice is undoubtedly the most difficult thing.

"Everything else is open to discussion. There is no room for mediation on this matter alone."

Seeing the changes in everyone, Hong Chengchou continued: "As for the losses, you don't need to think about it. Taking a step back, if the trial of water diversion and rice planting failed in Liaodong, then all the losses that occurred during this period would be It will be borne by the Liaodong Governor's Office, but there is a premise for everything, that is, you must do this well."

"If you let me know that any of you dare to violate the law and don't take this matter seriously from the bottom of your heart, then don't blame me for being ruthless. The impeachment memorial will definitely be submitted to Beijing!"

It seems that this matter cannot be changed.

When Fu Zonglong, Yang Wenyue, and Ding Qirui heard this, they knew that there was no room for mediation in this matter, because in these days of getting along, Hong Chengchou rarely showed such a harsh attitude.

Now that things are like this, the only thing they can do is to do their part. After all, the Liaodong Governor's Office is willing to bear this part of the loss. What more can they say?

(End of this chapter)