Think about it.

Thinking of this, Zhu Youxiao couldn't help but sigh helplessly.

There are actually quite a few famous generals in the Wanli Dynasty, but they are all in the early stage; In the later stage, the number of famous players can be said to have decreased sharply, and few of them can be put on the table at all.

This is probably related to the practice of the Wanli Emperor at that time. Qi Jiguang did not end well, which made many people disheartened.

Especially with the three major expeditions of Wanli, the elite army of the Ming Dynasty was also greatly consumed, and the national strength was also greatly consumed.

It's really hard to find a general who can overpower the world. In such a situation, there is really no suitable candidate.

Originally, Li Rusong was a very suitable candidate, if Li Rusong did not die, it is estimated that Liaodong would not be in chaos. But Li Rusong is dead, and Liaodong can even be said to have no famous generals, so it will be a mess.

However, Zhu Youxiao also knew that this situation would not last long under his hands. As time goes by, as I continue to encourage myself, there will be more and more capable people under my hands.

I believe that at that time, Daming will present a situation of many famous generals. For this, Zhu Youxiao firmly believes in his heart.

At the same time, Zhu Youxiao also believes that in the future, it will definitely not be like the original history, in the original history, those capable people did not end well. In this life, Zhu Youxiao must let them have a good result.

Since Zhu Youxiao ascended the throne, he has done a lot of things, and the policies of the court have also changed. Therefore, the courtiers attach more importance to Zhu Youxiao's thoughts, and the news spreads the fastest on weekdays.

As soon as the matter about the knighthood came out, everyone was excited.

The news spread faster than anyone could have imagined.

Just an hour later, everything that the entire capital should know is known, and everyone is digesting the shock brought by this news.

For civil officials, this is another thing that makes them sore in the egg.

The title reform seems to have little to do with the civil service, but in fact it is very large. The civil officials wanted to intervene, but they couldn't find any good reasons, which made people feel a little helpless.

If they force their way in, it will cause a backlash. This matter itself is related to the reform of the title, and the interests that are most involved are the nobles and relatives.

But anyone who understands can see that it is only a superficial thing. Your Majesty has been gradually expanding the powers of the General Staff since this incident, which is a bad sign for everyone.

The title reform also caused an uproar among the nobles and relatives, and although this matter seemed to be a good thing, the essence of the readjustment of the title was that His Majesty was establishing distant relatives.

In the past, it was not so easy to hold the title and eat the old book, but I am afraid it will not be so easy in the future.

The most panicked person is Ding Guogong, who is really scared.

Before this, there was nothing to do with the affairs of the General Staff Office, and the British Duke and the Chengguo Duke were all included in the General Staff, and only he did not join, which already made him very embarrassed.

Now another knighthood has come out. If the titles of the other dukes have not changed, but he has lowered the title of the dukes of the kingdom by one level, then what has become of him?

He will definitely become a laughing stock among the nobles, and he is sorry for his ancestors and ancestors. Thinking of this, Dingguo Gong is about to become an ant on a hot pot.

He was also wondering in his heart what to do to make His Majesty value himself again.

At the same time, news of the title reform reached the cabinet.

The four Cabinet Scholars were also pondering the matter, but they were not concerned about the title.

For the four Cabinet Scholars, the titles of Honors and Relatives really have little to do with them, whether they are promoted or demoted.

The four of Han Yi are concerned about the power of the General Staff Office, which shows that His Majesty wants to support the General Staff Office. In such a situation, it is difficult for Han Yi to care about it or not.

So the four cabinet scholars got together again and began to discuss the matter.

It's just that after getting together, no one spoke for a long time. The reason is simple, they really don't know what to say.

His Majesty let the General Staff agree that there is nothing to do with the Cabinet itself; The Cabinet wants to forcibly intervene. This reason is not easy to find, is it against His Majesty's title reform?

But His Majesty didn't discuss it with the cabinet, and Han Yi and they could only bite the bullet if they wanted to speak. But if you want to bite the bullet, there must be a reason.

If you oppose the reform of the title, you must also have reasons to oppose it. I'm afraid this reason is not easy to find, can it be said that it violates the ancestral system?

In this case, needless to say in front of His Majesty today, it makes no sense at all.

"There has to be a charter." Han Yi said.

As soon as these words came out, Xu Guangqi and the others raised their heads.

Xu Guangqi said: "Nothing to do with our cabinet, there is no need for our cabinet to have any regulations, right?" ”

The matter of title reform has little to do with Xu Guangqi, and he doesn't want to have any contradictions with His Majesty because of this matter.

Xu Guangqi knew his status deeply, and he also understood why His Majesty promoted him. In this cabinet, Xu Guangqi knows what to do and what not to do.

What's more, this time the title reform, Xu Guangqi really doesn't think there is anything. His Majesty wants to give the Staff some power, so it's good to give it to them.

Everyone's eyes fell on Sun Chengzong's face, wanting to see what he had to say. After all, this matter involves the Ministry of War, and it should have been done by the Ministry of War, but now it has been transferred to the General Staff Office, which is not appropriate.

Sun Chengzong also had a calm face, and he still felt a little uncomfortable when he said it.

However, His Majesty wants to split the court, and this matter is not just started today. His Majesty's previous elevation of the status of the General Secretary was already evident at that time; It's not surprising that there is such an operation this time.

When the General Staff Office was established, everyone should have thought of it today. His Majesty wants a staff office, naturally it can't be just an empty shell yamen. Otherwise, what did Your Majesty do with so much effort?

Therefore, there is no way to stop the reform of the title. In fact, things in the court are like that, either the imperial power overwhelms the vassals, or the vassals overwhelm the imperial power.

Since His Majesty ascended the throne today, what he has done has been to gather power.

The first thing His Majesty seized today was military power, and asked Qi Jin to train the new army, not using the money in the court, but using the money from the inner treasury, directly bypassing the cabinet and the six ministers.

At the same time, His Majesty also launched an anti-corruption campaign above the court and killed a large number of Donglin Party members. However, they did not kill all of them, but supported the three forces of Xu Guangqi, Han Yi, and Sun Chengzong, so that they could not twist into a rope, thus weakening the power of the cabinet.

His Majesty also supported the General Administration Department and stripped a part of the powers of the Cabinet and the Six Ministries; Proceeded to establish the Royal Academy, and cut off part of the power of the Ministry of Rites.

Under such circumstances, His Majesty's control over the court is already very strong. It can be seen from Xu Guangqi's words that he will not fight with His Majesty because of this matter.

The court, which can't be twisted into a rope, has no ability to resist at all.

What's more, in the current court, all kinds of things are complicated, and it is difficult to form a unified consensus.

In this incident in Shandong, it can be seen that His Majesty is very bold, because His Majesty has confidence, and the exploits of the southwest counterinsurgency have allowed everyone to see the ability of the new army. With the support of the new army, His Majesty is even more unscrupulous in doing things.

There are also many officials above the court who support and support His Majesty, and Xu Guangqi is an example.

In addition, don't look at Han Yi's slogan shouted very high, when it comes to the matter, Han Yi may not necessarily defect. If you believe Han Yi's words. He will definitely be killed by him.

If Han Yi is disobedient, the Metropolitan Procuratorate will impeach him. After all, it is Cui Chengxiu who is now in charge of the Metropolitan Procuratorate, and that is Wei Zhongxian's person.

With the attack of the Metropolitan Procuratorate and His Majesty, it is very simple to replace Han Yi. At that time, it will be Xu Guangqi who will take over.

So now no one in the court moves, like an old turtle.

If he stood up against this matter, Sun Chengzong believed that he would definitely be replaced by His Majesty.

All kinds of thoughts were turning over and over in Sun Chengzong's mind.

After pondering for a moment, Sun Chengzong said: "Since this matter is done by the staff office, let's not worry about it, let them do it." ”

No one expected Sun Chengzong to say such a thing.

A hint of disappointment clearly flashed in Han Yi's eyes. A group of old foxes, none of whom are easy to get along with.

Han Yi also knows very well in his heart that the situation in the court is obvious now, and his power as the head of the cabinet has been greatly weakened, and now it is like being scolded outside: the old clay sculpture pavilion.

"Since Elder Sun Ge said so, then let's do it." Han Yi said.

This is the end of the matter.

The cabinet discussed this time, but nothing was discussed at all, or everyone did not want to discuss anything, which can be regarded as setting a tone.

After a few concessions, everyone probably understood that it was impossible for the cabinet to twist into a rope.

Even if Xu Guangqi and Sun Chengzong colluded, Han Yi could be connected with Sun Chengzong in anything, but if the three forces were screwed together, no one could do it. For example, this time the title reform, Xu Guangqi clearly opposed it.

Since no decision has been taken, there is no need to continue talking. The four of them went their separate ways.

After leaving the cabinet, Sun Chengzong walked outside.

Sun Chengzong breathed a sigh of relief lightly, and soon came to the ministry. He wanted to meet Zhou Jiamo, the secretary of the ministry.

As a scholar of the military department and a scholar who is not highly ranked in the cabinet, Sun Chengzong was able to gain a firm foothold in the court and make everyone dare not underestimate him, a big reason is his relationship with Zhou Jiamo.

With the support of the Ministry of Officials and his own ability, Sun Chengzong's position is very stable.

Seeing Sun Chengzong coming, Zhou Jiamo welcomed him in with a smile, and the tea was quickly served.

After the two sat down, Zhou Jiamo said with a smile: "Looking at the appearance of the childish rope, it seems that there is something on mind. Because of the matter of the General Staff? ”

In front of Zhou Jiamo, Sun Chengzong naturally had no need to hide it, nodded lightly, told Zhou Jiamo what happened in the cabinet, and quietly waited for him to express his position.

"This Han Yi is not well-intentioned!" Zhou Jiamo stroked his beard and said with a smile.

"I can see it too." Sun Chengzong nodded, sighed and said, "This is also the reason why I didn't agree to Han Yi." I wanted to do something, but he was trying to get my place. It made me afraid to do anything. ”

"This time Liaodong won, it seems that it hit Han Yi's sore spot." Zhou Jiamo said with a smile,

"Everyone knows about Liaodong, and although no one has mentioned it in the court recently, it doesn't mean that they don't pay attention to it. What did Your Majesty invest a lot of energy and money in the training of the new army? Not fighting for the sake of a strong army? ”

"Our majesty has a lot of things in his heart, and we can see this, so there is a consensus in the court. His Majesty will definitely use troops against Liaodong today, but it is only a matter of time. ”

"Xu Guangqi is in charge of the Hundred Gongyuan and the Household Department, you are in charge of the Military Department, and you will definitely make meritorious contributions to the battle against Liaodong. I didn't dare to start before because everyone was afraid of losing. ”

"But this time Xiong Tingbi in Liaodong won, plus the combat strength of the new army in North Korea and China, who knows that this battle is at least seventy or eighty percent sure if it is not said to be nine out of ten. This makes a lot of people sit still. ”

"The battle of Liaodong is very important, and the imperial court will inevitably send someone to supervise the division. Xu Guangqi can't be, so the most suitable person is you. In terms of official position, you are a cabinet scholar and a secretary of the military department; Relationally, you are very close to Your Majesty. That way, you're the number one choice. Once Liaodong wins, your position will inevitably rise. ”

"Han Yi looks upright and peaceful, but his mind is very cautious, he is provoking. Your Majesty wants to reform the title, no one can touch it, and if it does, it will not end well. It's good that you're doing that. ”

Sun Chengzong sighed and said a little helplessly: "But it is not a good thing for the staff office to become bigger after all." ”

"It's not so easy for the staff office to be big." Zhou Jiamo said with a smile: "With the few people in the staff office now, there is no play at all. The strongest combat force of the dynasty was the pro-army, which was under the control of the yamen, which was under the command of the pro-army. No one can get their hands on it. No one can say what will happen after this. ”

At this time, the clerk outside suddenly said at the door: "My lord, someone from the cabinet has come to look for Sun Ge Lao." said that someone from the palace had passed on the decree, and he was in a hurry to find Sun Ge Lao to go back. ”

After hearing this, Zhou Jiamo was stunned for a moment and turned his head to look at Sun Chengzong.

Sun Chengzong also has some uncertainty, so why did this come to the holy decree?

But after thinking about it, he still stood up and said, "Since that's the case, then I should go back too." ”

Zhou Jiamo also stood up and said with a smile: "I'll send a rope." ”

Leaving the Yamen of the Ministry of Officials, Sun Chengzong returned to the cabinet, and as soon as he entered the door, he saw Chen Hong who was waiting with a smile.

Several other cabinet scholars around him were also there, apparently waiting for Sun Chengzong to return.

After seeing Sun Chengzong, Chen Hong arched his hand with a smile and said, "Our family is here to congratulate Sun Ge on getting old." ”

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