Ming politicians

Zhu Youjian looked at the memorial presented by the cabinet, his face was full of displeasure.

"Elder-in-law, what I mean, have you said it? Why is Zhou Aiqing still making such an arrangement?"

"Your Majesty, there is a reason for this, let the slaves take over."

"What's the matter, you just say it, and I'm listening."

"Master Min from the Ministry of Officials originally intended to arrange for Su Tiancheng to go to Nanzhili. Unexpectedly, Lord Zhou thought that the emperor's nod and the three of them would stay in the Imperial Academy according to the usual practice. This is a sign that the imperial court values ​​talents. The three of them also need to be honed in the Imperial Academy to play a greater role in the future. For this reason, Master Min specially put forward his opinion to Master Zhou, thinking that Su Tiancheng is very capable, and when employing people, he can consider sending him as an official. Use your strengths to the limit, but Mr. Zhou thinks that the imperial court should be the most important thing in everything, and the rules should not be messed up."

Wang Chengen was very good at talking, and he didn't blindly belittle Zhou Yanru. He knew Zhu Youjian's temper well. With Wei Zhongxian's lesson, the more the eunuchs in the palace belittled the officials in the court, the more impatient Zhu Youjian would be. On the contrary, If you tell the matter exactly and add a little condiment to it, the effect will definitely be very good.

Wang Chengen's condiment is Zhu Youjian's face.

Zhu Youjian was optimistic about Su Tiancheng. He originally wanted to appoint him as the No. 1 head armor, but Zhou Yanru disturbed him. Zhu Youjian endured this tone. The court is the most important thing, you don't even think about it, the whole world belongs to the emperor, and what the emperor wants to do is of course the biggest thing.

What the emperor meant was to be able to really test Su Tiancheng's ability when he was conferring an official. Do I need to be reminded about such a thing? Arranged in the capital and entered the Imperial Academy, it will not be able to show his ability in a short period of time. It's not a big deal to be released as an official.

If you use the rules of your ancestors to handle everything, then the emperor's hard work and promotion of you, Zhou Yanru, is nothing.

Wang Chengen also thought about it, you Zhou Yanru thought you were the chief assistant of the cabinet, and when you saw the emperor beheaded Wei Zhongxian, you thought that the eunuchs in the palace were nothing and could not talk nonsense, so you just wait.

Zhu Youjian's face really changed.

"What does Zhou Aiqing mean? I want to appoint Su Tian to be No. 1 head armor. He stood up to oppose it. Now that he has been appointed as an official, Su Tiancheng has been sent as an official. How can he violate the court etiquette? Could it be that Su Tiancheng is young? Is it necessary to enter the Imperial Academy for sharpening? I became the throne at the age of 16, so I also have to sharpen it."

Wang Chengen was so frightened that he plopped down on his knees. The topic Zhu Youjian mentioned was too big. If he couldn't help it, he issued an imperial decree and dealt with Zhou Yanru. I have opinions on Zhou Yanru, but everything must be considered for the emperor.

"The emperor calmed down. The slaves thought that Master Zhou was also considering for the court. Su Tiancheng's status is very noble when he enters the Imperial Academy. The emperor can directly tell Master Zhou about this matter. The emperor must not get angry, and his body is important. ah."

Zhu Youjian looked at Wang Chengen with a smile on his face.

"Come on, I have nothing to do. I know that you are thinking about it for me. Zhou Aiqing's thinking about the matter of appointing an official is also reasonable. However, Zhou Aiqing suggested that Chen Yutai be the No. 1 head armor. I know the reason behind it. I know it in my heart."

"Your Majesty thinks this way, and this servant is really happy. Your Majesty must not be angry, and will take a rest."

Seeing Wang Chengencheng shed tears, Zhu Youjian shook his head slightly.

"I am very lonely. There are so many things in the imperial court, and there are so many things in the world. I am even more tired. I often feel powerless. This palace examination is a good opportunity to select talents. Unexpectedly, the cabinet ministers can't do it." Understand my painstaking efforts, everything is in accordance with the usual practice."

When it came to this, Zhu Youjian was obviously emotional.

"Since I came to the throne, I have been trembling all the time, like walking on thin ice, sleeping late at night, for fear of doing something wrong. I have always emphasized thrift and diligence. I am afraid that the civil and military courts will not accept it, so I will act like they see it. Civil and military, how can you understand my painstaking efforts, years of disasters, bandits harassing everywhere, I hate that Houjin, who also took the opportunity to harass me, I never have a single day of peace, I am really tired."

Hearing these heartfelt words from Zhu Youjian, Wang Chengen was already in tears. The others who followed Zhu Youjian always wanted to get benefits of one kind or another. They were all selfish, but Wang Chengen was different, although he also thought of it. Prosperity and wealth, but if Zhu Youjian encountered any difficulties, Wang Chengen would rush forward without hesitation, even if it cost his life.

"Your Majesty, you must take good care of your dragon body. My servant sees you working hard every day, and my heart aches. I hate myself for not being able to share the emperor's worries. All slaves are useless."

"Don't say that, father-in-law. You have always been by my side. I will tell you what I think. I know your loyalty. The world is full of prosperity, and the world is full of profit. , only you are different, I know very well, there are disturbances from Houjin in the north, and raids from bandits in the middle, and there are many disasters. I hope to be in the south, Huguang is familiar, the world is full, and there must be no mistakes in the south. I feel that this Su Tiancheng is very good, with good ideas and good talents. I am afraid that he will be sent to Nanzhili I can really do something great, I hope Su Tiancheng will not disappoint my expectations."

"Your Majesty, this servant believes that Su Tiancheng will definitely appreciate the good intentions of the Emperor."

"I hope so. This Su Tiancheng is really destined to be with me. There is some reason for your worry. If Su Tiancheng stays in the capital, according to his age, he will have to work hard for many years before he can leave. The capital city is also a good way, but I have to think about it, what is the right place to put this Su Tiancheng, it is not the best arrangement to let him go to Yingtian Mansion to be an official, although his rank has improved, he cannot be alone .”

Wang Chengen fully understood Zhu Youjian's thoughts. The emperor regarded Su Tiancheng as his own shadow, and hoped that Su Tiancheng would succeed. When the emperor ascended the throne, he was facing an extraordinary period, and he wanted to prove his ability all the time. But after several years, there were more and more troublesome things in the court, and the emperor gradually lost his confidence. At this time, Su Tiancheng appeared. By chance, the emperor noticed Su Tiancheng and thought of his past.

The emperor read the article about Su Tiancheng's palace examination many times, and every time he read it, there was a satisfied expression on his face. How could he turn a blind eye to Wang Chengen, who was always by the emperor's side.

When Zhu Youjian proposed where Su Tiancheng would be arranged, he actually didn't expect Wang Chengen to answer, but Wang Chengen, who understood Zhu Youjian's mind, took the initiative to propose this time.

"Your majesty, this servant is bold and has an idea."

Zhu Youjian looked at Wang Chengen and didn't speak. He was indeed thinking about where to arrange Su Tiancheng so that Su Tiancheng could play a role.

"Your majesty, this servant feels that Su Tiancheng is capable, and it is best to be able to stand alone. He thought about going to Nanzhili, the fifteenth mansion of Nanzhili. If Su Tiancheng went to the government office, his rank would be too high, so it would be inappropriate. It seems a bit wronged to go to the counties below, so it is better to arrange to Jiangning County under the jurisdiction of Ying Tianfu."

Zhu Youjian's eyes lit up. Yes, the magistrate of Jiangning County is at the sixth rank. Su Tiancheng, as the second place in the list, was a bit aggrieved when he was dispatched abroad.Comparing this way, there is not much difference between Su Tiancheng and the number one scholar Chen Yutai. If Su Tiancheng is sent abroad, his rank will be Cong Liu, which is the same as Chen Yutai's rank, so he will still be wronged. Not a small disparity, the Beijing officials have gone to the local government, and the political treatment that the Beijing officials can enjoy is even more unmatched by the local officials.

Another advantage of arranging Su Tiancheng to be the county magistrate of Jiangning County is to let the civil and military ministers of the Manchu Dynasty understand that they are optimistic about Su Tiancheng.Under such circumstances, Su Tiancheng can have a relatively good environment and do things much more conveniently.

"Elder-in-law, your suggestion is very good. I am very satisfied. I just want to show the Manchao Civil and Military Forces. You may not be able to do things at a young age."

Hearing what Zhu Youjian said, Wang Chengen's heart trembled a bit. Su Tiancheng, Su Tiancheng, you probably don't know that you have a heavy responsibility on your shoulders before you take office. I'm afraid that your death will be worse than anyone else's.

"I've read the article about Su Tiancheng's Palace Examination several times. The suggestion that giving money is worse than giving policy is quite new. I'm considering whether to let Su Tiancheng go to Jiangning County to do some experiments, but the location of Jiangning County is important. , there can be no mistakes."

"Your Majesty, this servant thinks that the Emperor's consideration is feasible."

"Oh, tell me why."

"This servant didn't think so much, I just felt that the idea that the emperor came up with must be a good idea, and Su Tiancheng would definitely not disappoint the emperor's expectations."

"Elder-in-law's words are interesting. Well, I'm in a better mood. This matter can only be done in secret, not in the open. I don't want to hear the ministers of the court making noise. Why don't you follow the etiquette?" , What violated the law of the ancestors."

Wang Chengen lowered his head, the proposal about Qin Sande being the eunuch guarding Nanjing seems to be delayed for a while, if it is adjusted at this time, it will definitely attract the attention of the court ministers, and the emperor will be very embarrassed.