I, the Ming Dynasty, can still save me

Chapter 244
In addition to the candidates for the assistant ministers of the cabinet and the six ministers, there are also vacancies for ministers of various ministries. However, this kind of thing does not require the emperor to issue an edict to personally appoint them. The cabinet can choose and appoint them by itself.

There were a total of six vacancies for ministers vacated by previous dismissals and demotions and current promotions. The cabinet, together with the staff, had already determined the candidates and reported them to the emperor, including many people who were well known to Zhu Youxiao.

For example, Wen Tiren, the current right minister of the Ministry of Rites and the minister of the Hanlin Academy, and Yang Sichang, who historically proposed the strategy of "four correct ideas and six corners" and "ten-sided net" to suppress the rebel army, is currently the minister of the Ministry of War, and so on.

Most of these candidates were selected by Zhu Youxiao himself. Although it cannot be said that everyone is truly talented and practical, it can at least be guaranteed that everyone is not mediocre and rotten.

After this was confirmed, the selection process that had been troubling for nearly a month finally came to an end.

Although the people present had already expected this, when it was announced, they still had different expressions. There were those who had hit the jackpot and were complacent, and there were also those who were secretly regretful, feeling that they had made a mistake, but now it was useless to say anything.

Especially now that the Donglin Party's practical faction has become the general trend. In the past, the Qi, Chu, and Zhejiang Party were also betrayed by Shen Guan. Sun Ruyou's deposed power was greatly weakened, and he was unable to resist at all.

Looking at the ministers below who had different thoughts, Zhu Youxiao sneered in his heart, but he didn't care about them and just coughed lightly and said.

"The edict has been issued, and the ministers will take up their duties immediately. I hope that the ministers in the edict will do their best, shoulder the responsibilities on their shoulders, and will not betray my trust."

Sun Chengzong and others present saw the emperor's high expectations, so they quickly knelt down to express gratitude.

"I will do my best to live up to the emperor's favor."

Zhu Youxiao nodded silently after hearing this, and then gave Wei Zhongxian a hint. Wei Zhongxian immediately understood it and shouted:
"After this is over, if you have anything to do, please report it. If there is nothing to do, please leave the court."

After such a big matter was settled, the courtiers present had no other thoughts to discuss other matters. But at this moment, Wang Zuo, the old and white-haired Minister of the Ministry of Industry, stood up tremblingly and raised his hands with difficulty. road:

"Your Majesty, I have something to do."

"Prelude!"

When Wang Zuo heard this, he took out a question book from his sleeves and raised it above his head, trying his best to say:

"Your Majesty, I am now over seventy years old and have served as Minister of the Ministry of Industry for three years. Now I feel increasingly exhausted and can no longer serve the court. Therefore, I would like to retire and return to my hometown to take care of myself. Old minister I hope His Majesty will give me permission."

When Wang Zuo's words came out, not only Zhu Youxiao was surprised, but the courtiers present were also surprised and speechless. Why had they never heard him mention this before?

Looking at Wang Zuo, who was trembling and dragging his frail body, Zhu Youxiao sighed secretly. Of course, he didn't care whether Wang Zuo was going to retire now, whether it was true or false, he couldn't approve it now. If others would approve it as soon as he mentioned it, then Others will definitely say that he, the emperor, is hypocritical and cannot tolerate others.

"Why did Wang Shangshu say this? I have just succeeded to the throne, and you are about to leave me. Get up quickly. I think you only need to take good care of your body. You are still a court humerus. There is no need to mention the matter of retiring and returning home. .”

The emperor has said so. It stands to reason that Wang Zuo will betray the emperor to save face, and will not mention retirement for the time being, but Wang Zuo seems to be determined to resign and go home.

"After your majesty came to the throne, you eliminated the old evils and gave the court a completely new look. Every time I think about it, I feel happy and feel that your majesty is really the master of the revival. I originally wanted to serve your majesty for a few more years, but since New Year's Eve, my health has become worse and worse. It's unbearable, and it has long been unable to deal with the Ministry of Industry affairs, and the cabinet is aware of this matter.

I originally wanted to submit my resignation to His Majesty as early as possible, but there were many disputes between the government and the government over matters involving the cabinet and the six ministries, so I didn’t want to stir up trouble again because of such trivial matters.Now that the candidates for the cabinet and six ministries have been decided, I submitted my resignation. "

After hearing these words, no matter what everyone present thought, at least after Zhu Youxiao listened, they felt that Wang Zuo was a loyal person to the country.

He dismissed three ministers last month. If Wang Zuo also submitted his resignation at that time, wouldn't it be clear to the world that he opposed the emperor's actions.

Wang Zuo is a smart man, and he must have thought of this, so he endured it for so long, and did not resign until today when the candidates for the cabinet and the six ministers were decided. "Wang Shangshu, since I have been unwell and unable to handle government affairs for a long time, why didn't I know about it?"

He still needed to verify whether Wang Zuo's words were true or false, so as he spoke, he turned his attention to Liu Yishen, Ye Xianggao and others.

Liu Yishen understood what the emperor meant when he heard this, so he immediately leaned forward and said:

"Your Majesty, Wang Shangshu has indeed been unwell for a long time, and he told the cabinet early. However, since you got married last month, he did not report it. He just sent the imperial doctor to visit him as usual."

"Why don't you tell me about such a big matter? Wang Shangshu is loyal to the public body. During this period, the imperial doctor must visit you every day without any mistakes."

Zhu Youxiao's face was a little warm and angry when he heard this. He didn't know about such a big thing, but it seemed that what Wang Zuo said was indeed the truth.

"Please don't blame Mr. Liu Ge. I asked him not to report anything. Your Majesty, you have many things to do every day. You don't want to bother you with this old man's decrepit body. It's just that your body can't support it now. I have been here for more than ten years." I have not returned home, so I ask Your Majesty to approve my resignation, and I hope that I can retire and return to my hometown to take care of myself."

Seeing Wang Zuo's sincere words, Zhu Youxiao sighed inwardly and expressed regret. It seemed that Wang Zuo really wanted to retire.

"Well, Wang Shangshu is loyal to the country, and Huang Kao has mentioned it to me many times. I have always been very relieved about you. It's just that the affairs of the Ministry of Works are complicated. Now you suddenly submit your resignation. What should I do with the affairs of the Ministry of Works? I don't know. There is a suitable person to replace you."

Since Wang Zuo submitted his resignation, he had already made preparations in his heart. Now that the emperor asked this question, he immediately said:
"Your Majesty, you have no worries. I would like to take the liberty to recommend someone to be Minister of the Ministry of Industry?"

"Who is Aiqing talking about?"

"Xu Guangqi, the left minister of the Ministry of Industry."

As soon as these words came out, everyone present had different expressions. Some people seemed to understand clearly and seemed to have known it would be Xu Guangqi for a long time. However, some people were shocked when they heard the words, shaking their heads and wondering when the two of them had agreed. For a moment, everyone's eyes were uncertain and revealed their meaning, and Zhu Youxiao was also quite surprised when he heard this.

But after thinking about it, Xu Guangqi is indeed quite suitable. He was originally the minister of the Ministry of Industry and was in charge of the Ordnance Bureau. Now he is responsible for the Tongzhou Firearms Workshop, which is of great benefit to the court. If Wang Zuo becomes an official, Xu Guangqi will be appointed as the Ministry of Industry. Minister, you can do more things.

"Xu Guangqi, it's not impossible. What's the cabinet's opinion?"

Liu Yishen reacted immediately when he heard this, raised his hands and replied:

"Your Majesty, Xu Guangqi has made great contributions to rectifying firearms and casting Krupp cannons. I think he can be the minister of the Ministry of Industry."

Liu Yishen and Shen Guan heard this and immediately came out to express their agreement.

Seeing the cabinet's approval, Zhu Youxiao nodded immediately and said:

"That's good, then let the cabinet draft the decree. Wang Zuo has worked hard and made great achievements. He will be granted the title of Crown Prince and Taibao, and he will be allowed to serve in the official position. In addition, he will be granted the title of Minister of the Ministry of Industry, Xu Guangqi."

Wang Zuo finally breathed a sigh of relief after hearing this.

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your permission."

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