Jia Yujing of Red Mansion

Chapter 270

Sitting on the dragon throne, Emperor Longqing looked at the chaotic scene below and frowned in displeasure.

Seeing this situation, Xiao Mo, the Minister of Civil Affairs, as the third faction in the court, stood up at the right time and said: "Everyone, please be quiet. Don't make such a noise in the court."
What we want to discuss today is the strategy of sending troops to Japan. Don't talk about irrelevant things. "

The Heavenly Official of the Ministry of Civil Affairs spoke, and the excited people calmed down a little.

Emperor Longqing nodded with satisfaction and asked: "Xiao Shangshu, what do you think of the strategy of sending troops to Japan?"

Xiao Mo respectfully replied: "Your Majesty, I think this strategy is feasible, but I'm afraid it won't be easy to implement and more detailed planning is needed."

Emperor Longqing nodded and asked: "Zhang Shoufu, do you agree with the strategy of sending troops to Japan?"

Zhang Chunyang glanced at the last imperial edict on the imperial case and said: "I also agree with Xiao Shangshu's point of view. Although this strategy is feasible, there are many variables, so it is best to be prepared before implementing it."

Emperor Longqing nodded with satisfaction. The three parties in the DPRK and China agreed, and there was no longer any resistance to this plan.

In fact, the third imperial edict on the case was just blank, without any content.

Although Emperor Longqing had already thought of removing Zhang Chunyang, the dignified chief minister of the cabinet could not be removed at will. He still had to find a suitable reason.

Since Zhang Chunyang was willing to compromise, Emperor Longqing did not intend to touch him immediately and had to make some preparations in advance.

Emperor Longqing asked again: "Do you have any objections from your family?"

All the ministers were silent. Emperor Longqing made it clear that he wanted to pass this plan. Even the two big bosses Xiao Mo and Zhang Chunyang agreed. Who dared to come out to cause trouble?

Emperor Longqing continued: "Since the ministers have no objections, let's start preparing for this matter."

Jia Qiong came out at this time and said: "Your Majesty, this plan was proposed by me, why not let me be responsible for the preparation."

Emperor Longqing nodded and said: "I have this intention. You will coordinate this matter, and the Ministry of War will cooperate and assist. We will first work out a detailed plan.

There is no need to rush this matter, but you must consider it carefully and make sure there are no mistakes, otherwise I will only ask you. "

Jia Qiong hurriedly bowed and said, "No, I accept the order."

At this time, Zhang Chunyang came out again and said: "Your Majesty, this matter is of great importance and there is no room for error.

Although Mr. Jia has outstanding talents, he is still a bit young and may not have enough experience.

I think it would be more prudent for an experienced and prudent veteran minister, such as Mr. Yang Ge, to take charge of this matter. "

What Zhang Chunyang said was very insidious. Yang Sicheng and Jia Qiong had a good relationship, which was known to both the government and the public.

For this reason, although Yang Sicheng is still a centrist, he naturally leans towards the royal party on many issues.

Now that a great achievement that can make people become princes and prime ministers is in front of them, which warrior will not be tempted.

If both Jia Qiong and Yang Sicheng want to take charge of this matter, it is very likely that a rift will occur and the alliance between the two parties will be destroyed.

Although Zhang Chunyang's thoughts were impure, what he said was not unreasonable.

Although Jia Qiong has risen at an alarming rate and has accomplished several major things in succession, he is still too young.

It is indeed difficult for people to feel at ease if he is asked to take the lead in planning military deployment or sending troops overseas for such a difficult battle.

Not only did everyone in the Fujian Party agree, but many neutral officials also agreed.

Even the royal party found it difficult to argue because the matter involved Yang Sicheng and could only remain silent.

Yang Sicheng was also silent, not because he wanted to take the credit, but because he was worried that Jia Qiong was inexperienced and eager for success and would mess up the matter.

Jia Qiong thought for a while and understood Zhang Chunyang's dark psychology. He took the initiative and said: "What the chief assistant said makes sense. I really have no experience in formulating such a large-scale military operation. Your Majesty, why not let Mr. Yang Ge take charge of this?" Please come and assist me."

Yang Sicheng felt a little ashamed when he heard this. He hurriedly said: "This plan was proposed by Mr. Jia. Naturally, it should be led by Mr. Jia. The veteran will give his full cooperation."

Emperor Longqing thought for a moment and then said: "Then let Mr. Yang Ge take charge of this matter, and you, Jia Qiong, can assist.

Jia Qiong, take this opportunity to study hard with Mr. Yang Ge, accumulate more experience, and you will be qualified for this kind of job in the future. "

Jia Qiong bowed and said, "Yes, I obey your order."

Emperor Longqing nodded and said: "Yang Qing, you will be responsible for this matter, and Jia Qiong will assist you.

You should impart more of your experience in leading troops to Jia Qiong, and don't keep it secret. "

Yang Sicheng hurriedly bowed and said: "Yes, I obey the order. Please rest assured, Your Majesty, I will definitely give you all my money."

Emperor Longqing nodded and said: "Okay, this matter is settled.

Dear Lords, do you have anything else to report? "

Yang Sicheng went out again and said: "Your Majesty, the Ministry of War just received two memorials today.

One was submitted by Jinling Governor Zhou Youzhen, and the other was submitted by Jiangsu Chief Envoy Lu Jie. "

Emperor Longqing perked up after hearing this and asked hurriedly: "But the Japanese pirates who broke into the hinterland of Jiangsu were annihilated?"

Yang Sicheng said: "The Japanese pirates were not wiped out, but at the ferry in Lianshui Town, Jincheng Guards successfully repelled the Japanese attack.

Jinchengwei himself suffered very little damage, but he annihilated more than 220 Japanese pirates, and more than 200 of them were all armored Japanese pirates.

This battle not only caused heavy losses to the Japanese pirates, but also severely damaged their morale. It was very beneficial to the war situation in Huaiyang and should be rewarded by the court. "

Emperor Longqing nodded and said: "The annihilation of more than 200 real Japanese is indeed worthy of commendation. The Ministry of War will make a plan as appropriate."

Yang Sicheng said: "Your Majesty, this reward plan is not easy to come up with."

Emperor Longqing asked curiously: "Why is this?"

Yang Sicheng took out two memorials from his sleeves and said, "These are two memorials. Your Majesty will know it at a glance."

Emperor Longqing asked Dai Quan to bring up the memorial. He read it one by one and understood what was going on. He said: "Falsely claiming military merit must be severely punished. The Ministry of War will verify the situation as soon as possible and deal with it after the investigation is clear."

Yang Sicheng said: "Yes, I obey the order.

Your Majesty, the Japanese pirates have been blocked from disembarking from Lianshui Ferry and have continued to move upstream along the Huaihe River.

I have already calculated that the Japanese pirates will most likely be intercepted by the Hongze Lake navy in the Qingjiangpu area.

With the strength of the Hongze Lake navy, defeating the Japanese pirates should not be a problem. I believe good news will come back soon, and the emperor can rest assured. "

Emperor Longqing said happily: "This is very good. In the past few days, I have been worried that this group of Japanese pirates will destroy the stability of the Jianghuai region. It would be best if we can deal with them quickly."

From this point of view, the contribution of this Qianhu named Zhang Hongqing is really not small.

The Ministry of War should investigate carefully. If this person is really a talented general, staying in Jincheng Guard would be overkill. Find him a place where his abilities can be better utilized. "

"Yes, I obey the order."

(End of this chapter)