Daming: Dad, you are really not good at governing the country

Chapter 473: What is the significance of checking the account books? A detailed study of the horse farm management

Zhu Yuanzhang sat quietly in the main hall. His already majestic face was now covered with a layer of frost.

He subconsciously clenched his hands tightly, and his knuckles turned slightly white from the force.

Zhu Yuanzhang's face became increasingly gloomy, just like the sky before a storm, so depressing that it made people breathless.

Silence spread throughout the Fengtian Hall, as if one could hear the sound of time passing.

After a long while, Zhu Yuanzhang finally broke the silence. His eyes were like lightning and his tone was as serious as the cold wind in winter. He asked Zhao Ren below: "Then according to Mr. Zhao, how should we rectify and investigate?

If you have a detailed method, please tell us about it. I have to tell you in advance that we don’t want to hear general talk!

The matter of the horse farm is related to the foundation of the Ming Dynasty, so we cannot afford to be careless in the slightest!"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Ren quickly straightened up.

His back was straight, as if he wanted to show his determination with this posture.

He looked at Zhu Yuanzhang firmly and said, "Your Majesty, I do have some ideas in my mind. I hope Your Majesty can listen to me in detail."

When Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, his expression immediately showed a bit of anxiety.

He waved his hand, his wide sleeves fluttering, and said in an unquestionable tone: "My dear Zhao, please tell me quickly.

Don't keep us in suspense, we are still worried."

Zhao Ren hurriedly stepped forward, bowed, and said nervously but firmly, "Your Majesty, I think we can select 200 honest and upright officials from the Imperial Household Department and the Imperial Horse Department.

The selection process must be strict. We must find people with a good reputation and who have never made mistakes in their positions. Only in this way can they be responsible for the inspection."

Zhu Yuanzhang frowned, and his thick eyebrows were almost twisted into a rope.

He asked: “How to choose?
This is easy to say, but it is not easy to do. Please tell me the specific rules. "

Zhao Ren had a serious expression on his face, and there was no trace of slackness on his face. He replied seriously: "Your Majesty is wise, I think we should start with the assessment of past political achievements.

Not only do they have to check the evaluation records of previous years, but they also have to send people to inquire among the public and listen to the people's opinions of these officials.

Furthermore, you can also ask their colleagues to find out if they have done anything inappropriate when working together.

Only after going through these levels of screening can the elected officials be trusted.

Your Majesty, I have another idea. During this selection process, a temporary supervisory team can be set up.

The selection process will be overseen by several highly respected and upright ministers.

To prevent someone from secretly using their power for personal gain and corrupt practices, thus ruining the foundation of such an important matter."

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded slightly, with a hint of recognition in his eyes.

"Well, my dear, this is a very thoughtful consideration, but we must be careful in selecting the members for the supervisory team.

If they themselves were biased, then the situation would be a mess.

Do you have a suitable candidate in mind?"

Zhao Ren hurriedly replied: "Your Majesty, I think that the Minister of Rites Zhu and the Director of the Ministry of Justice Kaiji are both upright people.

What they dislike most on a daily basis are those acts of favoritism.

There is also Lord Wang from the former Censorate, who is famous for his impartiality.

With a few of them here, we can definitely keep this under control."

Zhu Yuanzhang thought for a moment and said slowly: "Well, these people are suitable, but we still need to consider this matter carefully, after all, this is a serious matter.

So after you’ve chosen the right person, what should you do? "

Zhao Ren bowed slightly, leaned forward, and said anxiously: "Your Majesty, after selecting these two hundred officials, you can divide them into twenty inspection teams and let them rush to various horse farms to complete the inspection within two days.

Time is running out, and the matter at the horse farm cannot be delayed." Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes were sharp enough to see through people's hearts. He stared at Zhao Ren and asked, "What are we going to do when we get to the horse farm?
We can't just take a quick look, right?

Please tell me in detail."

Zhao Ren took a deep breath and straightened his body. His expression was as solemn as if he was reading out some important military order.

“Once at the racecourse, these officials have to check the account details.

We must not let go of even the slightest detail; even the difference in a bundle of hay must be checked thoroughly.

After all, the things in the accounts are the most revealing.

If there is someone who embezzles money, there will definitely be loopholes in the accounts.

In addition, they have to check whether the number of horses matches the records, which is not something that can be done by just counting randomly.

You have to count them one by one, without any ambiguity.

A war horse represents combat power, and it is related to the stability of the Ming Dynasty's borders.

There is also the matter of whether the entry and exit of fodder materials are in compliance with regulations. Every transaction must be well-documented, and we must not allow greedy people to take advantage of loopholes.

How is the maintenance condition of the horse farm facilities and whether the stables are sturdy.

Check carefully to see if the water trough is damaged or not.

After all, any problem in any aspect may affect the normal operation of the racecourse."

Zhao Ren gestured with his hands as he spoke, and he looked so serious, as if he were already in the horse farm, checking it out personally.

Zhu Yuanzhang crossed his arms, still staring at Zhao Ren, and continued to ask: "How do we deal with problems we find?
We can't just turn a blind eye to this, can we?
Tell me what to do. "

Zhao Ren's eyes were bright and full of righteousness, and he said righteously: "Your Majesty, if you find a problem, you must not tolerate it, and you must deal with it according to the severity of the situation.

If it is a minor incident, the offender will be dismissed and investigated.

Let them lose their official hats and never have the chance to mess around in the officialdom again, which will also serve as a warning to others.

If there is anyone who embezzles some money and causes deficit.

They must be ordered to pay compensation and return all the money they have embezzled and lost. The court cannot be allowed to suffer this loss in silence.

But if the circumstances are serious, the property will be confiscated and the person will be executed.

Only in this way can we serve as a warning and deter others!
Those officials who are taking chances will no longer dare to act recklessly.

Only by doing so vigorously and vigorously can this horse farm truly get on the right track."

Zhao Ren took a deep breath, wiped the beads of sweat that had appeared on his forehead, and continued, "However, Your Majesty, I still have a concern.

When dealing with these problematic officials, it is inevitable that some of the relationships behind them will be involved.

Among them may be ministers in the court or some local dignitaries.

I'm afraid that by then someone will come out to plead for mercy and interfere with the punishment.

Therefore, I dare to suggest that Your Majesty can issue a strict decree: no one will be allowed to intercede in matters related to the inspection of the horse farm.

If there are violators, they will be punished without mercy!

This is the only way to ensure that the rectification and investigation can proceed smoothly."

Zhu Yuanzhang's face darkened, and he snorted coldly, "Humph, if there is anyone who dares to interfere with this important matter concerning the safety of the Ming Dynasty, I will never let him off easily!

How can we allow them to do this to our country?
My dear minister, your concerns are correct. We will carefully consider the decree.

But after the horse farm is checked, how can we ensure that it can operate well in the long run? "

(End of this chapter)