Hundreds of households in Liaodong, covering the light with one hand

Chapter 198 The Emperor is planning ahead
  In the second year of Tianqi, it is the third day of September.

The entire court and the people of Liaodong were eagerly looking forward to Xu Guangqi's return to Beijing.

In just forty-seven days, 3.7 million taels of silver were raised from the private sector.

Countless people and scholars were discussing the next move of the imperial court.

"Xu Guangqi arrived in Beijing today with more than three million taels of silver. Tsk, tsk, tsk, it's so blinding under the sun!"

"What are you talking about in your sleep, and how blinded are you? Do you think it's three hundred taels of silver? It was packed directly in a box and transported back to the capital. In fact, as far as I know, more than three million taels of silver came directly from the mountains. He was divided into Shaanxi and Shaanxi ten times and was escorted directly to Shanhaiguan by the army. He would not enter the capital at all."

"You tell me, now that the money has arrived, when will the court take action against the Liaodong Jurchens?"

"Why are you so anxious? Duke Lang has already said that this time, we have everything in hand. All we need to do is follow the plan and work step by step. Within half a year, we will plow the courtyard and sweep the holes, and pacify Liaodong. At that time, it will be the beginning of the resurgence of our Ming Dynasty," the man who spoke As he spoke, there was a look of longing on his face: "Aside from the Han Dynasty, is there any dynasty that lasts three hundred years? If there is, then it is my Ming Dynasty!"

Regarding Emperor Tianqi's promotion of Wang Qi to the grassland, the emperor and his ministers got along well with each other. From the official of a hundred households to the prince of the country, he rose to the top. This matter has been written into a storybook and is now widely circulated among the people.

"It's a big deal!" As everyone was talking, the last man to arrive shouted, holding a newspaper in his hand. He was holding the new newspaper issued by Tongzheng Yamen today.

When everyone saw this, they immediately gathered around and wanted to see the contents of the newspaper in the man's hand.

Since Wang Qi came to power, the daily news released by Di Bao has been divided into two parts. One part is the more serious official report information, which mostly contains the content of recent court affairs and the comments of anonymous people. As for the other news published in Di Bao The other part contains mostly non-governmental news, such as where another factory has been opened in Gyeonggi, how many people are being recruited, how much is the monthly salary, etc. There are also series of story-telling novels such as The Condor Heroes and The Five Patriarchs of Shaolin, which are very popular. Gyeonggi people love it.

The man opened the newspaper and read the news aloud to everyone:
  "Yesterday, a mysterious figure named Tian Shan Ke commented in Di Bao: In order to ensure the victory of the Liaodong War, Wang Qi is recommended to leave for Liao immediately to calm the people of the world! This person listed nine reasons for Wang Qi to go to Liao. , every word looks like a pearl!"

"Wherever there are Tianshan guests, there are also men in green robes. It's like setting up an arena. The Tianshan guest's article has just been published, and on the opposite side is the article by the men in green robes. It says that Liaodong has been prepared for half a year, and all the soldiers are ready to sharpen their swords. , changing generals at this time will only make the superiors and subordinates suspicious and cause trouble."

Before the man could finish speaking, someone interrupted: "Everyone has known this news for a long time. Isn't the court still discussing it?"

"You may not know the next news!" The man holding the newspaper said with a smile: "An hour ago, Duke Lang entered the palace to discuss matters, and several ministers from the Military Department also entered the palace together."

"Is there any latest news coming from the palace?"

Everyone was nervous when they heard this.

Could it be that Duke Lang is really going to go into battle?

"Gossip from Tongzhengyuan," the man lowered his voice: "Half an hour ago, in the main hall of Qianqing Palace, Duke Lang once again rejected the emperor's appointment of his governor of Jiliao, insisting that Xiong Tingbi be the commander-in-chief of the Liaodong war. There is only one reason for the commander to change his generals on the spot, which is a big taboo!"

hiss! ! ! !

As soon as this statement came out, everyone immediately gasped.

Governor Ji Liao!
  But when it comes to Duke Lang, it's normal. At this time, while discussions were going on inside and outside the capital, in the main hall of Qianqing Palace, there was also a lively discussion among the monarchs and ministers.

"Xiong Tingbi's plan was to first send troops to kill the Haizhou Guards, and then with Zu Dashou as the vanguard, a hundred thousand troops surrounded Liaoyang City. The remaining Qin Erbao, Luo Yiguan and others led scattered troops to pull out the strongholds and fortresses around Liaoyang City and move them The battle line has been pushed to the Hun River and Fushun line, and it will take a month for the real troops to arrive in Shenyang City." Above the main hall, Lu Yu was explaining the strategic plan for the Liaodong war to everyone. This was also the joint discussion between Xiong Tingbi and everyone in the Military Department during this period. The battle plan came out of consultation.

This battle plan has been confirmed by the Military Department, the Supervisor of Liturgy, and Emperor Tianqi. Even if he is about to be outside, Xiong Tingbi must fight according to this plan.

If you want to change the strategy, you can, but the costs and results required are definitely not what Xiong Tingbi is willing to bear.

"The soldiers and grain have arrived. How many days will it take for the Liao soldiers to arrive at Shanhaiguan?" Sitting on the throne, Emperor Tianqi listened for a long time and suddenly turned around and asked.

"Replying to your majesty, the soldiers and grain have arrived in Ningyuan City ten days ago. They have communicated with the Liaodong commanders, inspectors, and soldiers. There are documents." Sun Chengzong stood up and answered the question: "As for Liaodong's pay, Mr. Xu’s letter arrived at Shanhaiguan five days ago, and the transshipment officer is working non-stop. It is estimated that more than 3.7 million taels of silver will be in his hands in ten days."

Zhu Youxiao nodded when he heard this.

Bang bang bang, he patted the dragon chair vigorously with his palms, with a rare sense of relief in his expression, and then he slowly stood up and walked to the sand table with the help of Wei Zhongxian. A small flag represents tens of thousands of people.

"When Liaodong is pacified, my prince will be born," Zhu Youxiao said with hope and joy, "This is the best gift."

"Aiqing, do you think so?" Zhu Youxiao turned to look at Wang Qi.

"The prince has his own destiny, and I would like to congratulate your majesty," Wang Qi replied calmly.

"Haha, in terms of flattery, even ten of your Lang Kingdom Dukes can't compare to one Wei Zhongxian." Zhu Youxiao laughed loudly after hearing this, pointed at Wang Qi and said: "You have been working hard recently, and the Military Department is also planning a lot of things. I can see it, wait. After the Liaodong incident is over, I plan to completely transfer the powers of the cabinet to the military department, so as to rule the world from the top."

The Military Department looks like a cabinet, but in reality it is quite different.

The world is still firmly in Zhu Youxiao's hands, but the original powers of the cabinet have been infinitely weakened.

Now it seems that Wang Qi is extremely powerful, but as long as Zhu Youxiao says a word, the military department will be replaced immediately.

Looking back now, after a series of court struggles, Zhu Youxiao has completely reorganized the court that was originally scattered with party disputes. Now it is Zhu Youxiao's court alone.

Of course, the premise is that Wang Qi can be under control.

Looking at Wang Qi, who was not far away with a low eyebrow, Emperor Tianqi felt at ease: "When Princess Ningde gets married, Wang Qi can take this opportunity to live at home and do nothing."

Now, everything is still according to Zhu Youxiao's plan.

(End of this chapter)