Ming politicians

As soon as Ji Erhalang arrived in the capital of Daming, he realized that something was wrong. Although he could not grasp the internal situation of the Ming court, with his superhuman perception ability, he was able to experience unusual emotions.

Ji Erhalang came to the Daming capital this time, and the situation was different from the last time. He shouldered a heavy responsibility, and Huang Taiji also explained the related situation to him. Seeing that Huang Taiji was extremely weak, he held on Worrying about the affairs of the Qing Dynasty with his body, Jierhalang was also uncomfortable, especially when he was in charge of stationing in Liaodong, but suffered a disastrous defeat. Although he was stationed in Guangning and kept the main force, the army stationed in Xiping Fort The entire army was wiped out. Facing such a situation, Ji Erhalang had a deep sense of self-blame.

When the Qing Dynasty was in a difficult situation, it was necessary to pay something when it came to the capital of the Ming Dynasty to negotiate. The method like last time would definitely not work, but Jierhalang also needed to provide for the Qing Dynasty. Strive for the greatest benefits, so that the true strength of the Qing Dynasty will not be damaged.

Therefore, it is his main responsibility to grasp the movements of the Ming court, and the main task in this regard is to be completed by Jia Jihan, the servant of the Ministry of officials. Jia Jihan had contact with Zhou Yanru of the Ming cabinet, and Zhou Kang The relationship between them is good, as the saying goes, money can turn ghosts around, as long as you use money to open the way, many things can be done well.

Jierharang, who found something wrong with the atmosphere, quickly sent Jia Jihan to visit Zhou Kang.

Ji Erhalang thought that this task was very difficult, because Jia Jihan was also a member of the mission, and his identity was disclosed, which was different from the previous situation. He wanted to meet Zhou Kang, but it was just a test.Unexpectedly, Jia Jihan actually completed this task, met Zhou Kang, and gave away 500 taels of gold.

The information that Jia Jihan brought back made Jierharang happy. It turned out that Zhou Yanru had served as the chief assistant of the cabinet of the Ming court. This information was too important.You must know that Zhou Yanru supported the peace talks, and it was Jia Jihan who came to the capital of Daming in disguise and met Zhou Yanru. This time the peace talks were possible. He also valued this peace talk. It must be that Emperor Chongzhen believed that Zhou Yanru had made meritorious service, so he was promoted.As for Yang Sichang, the former chief minister of the cabinet, he probably did not agree with the peace talks, so he was replaced.

Ji Erhalang is very clear about Huang Taiji's entrustment, don't look at Ming's gradual prosperity, in fact there are many internal contradictions, other contradictions aside, would Emperor Chongzhen tolerate Su Tiancheng who has such great power, if this contradiction breaks out up.It is the best opportunity for the Qing Dynasty, and Huang Taiji is also sure about this.It was only when the Qing Dynasty suffered heavy losses that he resolutely proposed the matter of peace talks again. It seems that Huang Taiji's prediction was very accurate.

Ji Erhalang had great confidence. When he came to Daming capital this time, he brought a large amount of gold and silver treasures and followed him to Daming capital.There are also Concubine Zhuang and Prince Fulin. This concubine Zhuang is talented and can speak eloquently. After learning about the decision made by Huang Taiji, she didn't hesitate at all.Deciding to follow to the capital of the Ming Dynasty was actually a hostage to buy time for the Qing Dynasty to relax.

The Qing Dynasty was doing its best to complete this negotiation, and to buy time, internal struggles within the Ming court also emerged. Under such circumstances, it would be easy to complete the task assigned by Huang Taiji.

Ji Erhalang, who analyzed the pros and cons of it, certainly would not miss the opportunity. He wrote a letter to Emperor Chongzhen of the Ming Dynasty. His words were extremely humble. After the end, the sooner the Qing Dynasty will be able to stabilize.

Zhou Yanru's main energy is also on negotiation.

As the chief assistant of the cabinet, Zhou Yanru knew that he had to do one or two decent things. The task of bringing down Su Tiancheng was too difficult. At present, it was basically impossible to complete it, but Negotiations with the Houjin Tartars were not too difficult. What he considered was to let the Houjin Tartars make more concessions on the basis of the Houjin Tartars' willingness to submit, so as to satisfy the emperor. , Satisfied many colleagues in the imperial court.

Zhou Yanru agreed to Jia Jihan's visit to Zhou Kang, otherwise Zhou Kang, who was so busy and dizzy, would have never been able to meet Jia Jihan. In fact, Zhou Yanru also wanted to use Zhou Kang to find out the true meaning of the embassy of the Later Jin Tartars.

In fact, Zhou Yanru was also contradictory. The strength of the Houjin Tartars had been severely damaged. Under such circumstances, continuing to attack was the best choice, but the task of exterminating the Houjin Tartars was probably only accomplished by Su Tiancheng and Jiang Ningying. Tian Cheng's taboo even surpassed that of the Houjin Tartars. Under such circumstances, relying on the Liaodong Frontier Army, the Datong Frontier Army, or even the southern army, it is almost impossible to wipe out the Houjin Tartars, and instead may fall into a bitter battle.

After analyzing several aspects of the situation, Zhou Yanru believes that the most important thing is to grasp the details of the Houjin Tartars and fully cope with this negotiation.

After returning to the mansion, Zhou Yanru declined the visits of many officials on the pretext of feeling unwell.

When Zhou Kang entered the study, Zhou Yanru was closing his eyes and meditating.

"Master, I met Jia Jihan today."

Zhou Yanru nodded slightly without opening his eyes.

"Jia Jihan gave the little man 500 taels of gold, and the little man didn't refuse."

Zhou Yanru opened his eyes with a smile on his face.

"It seems that the Houjin Tatars can't wait, thinking about negotiating as soon as possible. That Jierhalang has already written a letter to the emperor, imploring to start the negotiation as soon as possible, and also said, what Zhuang Concubine and Fulin also came to the capital, really It's a joke, Huang Taiji is ready to get rid of the title of emperor, what kind of concubine is there?"

Knowing the situation in this regard, Zhou Yanru also said that he was happy. The more anxious the Houjin Tartars were, the less anxious he was. He just wanted to sharpen the spirit of the Houjin Tartars so that he could win more for the court. He has already arranged for the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of War to discuss matters related to negotiations, and see what kind of requests he will make.

Zhou Yanru is not ready to start negotiations before these tasks are fully completed. Strictly speaking, this time is not a negotiation, but the submission of the Later Jin Tartars to Ming Dynasty. All matters must be arranged by the court. Eligibility puts forward any conditions.

There are still many things Zhou Yanru is facing, not only the negotiations, but also the adjustment of the ministers of the DPRK and China, including the adjustment of some local governors, and how to properly coordinate the conflicts among the cabinet ministers.

The emperor arranged for Liu Zunxian to enter the cabinet. Zhou Yanru knew it very well. Liu Zunxian used to be a warm and benevolent person. The conflict between himself and Wen Tiren was clear to all the civil and military ministers in the court. Such an arrangement can only show that the emperor is thinking about it. Thoroughly controlling the cabinet and thoroughly safeguarding the imperial power made it impossible for the cabinet to be monolithic. Zhou Yanru, who is well versed in the connotation of power struggle, would not think of a way to deal with the things inside.

How to deal with these matters, the focus is still on the appointment of officials. Zhou Yanru will not try to unite Liu Zunxian, that will arouse the emperor's suspicion, and the gain is not worth the loss. Moreover, Liu Zunxian has become a cabinet minister, obviously he is an opponent in the cabinet.What Zhou Yanru needs to do is to unite the huge part of the cabinet and encourage Liu Zunxian, so that the goal can be achieved, and the emperor can't say anything.

Qian Qianyi has already started to bring up the appointment of officials, thinking about arranging some Donglin students to enter the imperial court. Zhou Yanru has already stated his position, and this aspect can be considered. Therefore, Qian Qianyi's attitude has changed significantly. The next step is Zhou Yanru It is necessary to discuss more with Chen Xinjia. If the two can have a unified understanding, the cabinet can play a major role.

It was precisely because of these considerations that Zhou Yanru did not want to initiate negotiations with the Houjin Tartars as soon as possible.

Today in the Hall of Mental Cultivation, after the emperor read Jierhalang's letter, he specifically asked about the negotiation. Zhou Yanru's answer was very decent, and he believed that the imperial court should not be anxious about this matter, but put on airs After all, the Houjin Tartars came to submit to the imperial court, and it was not a negotiation. Since they wanted to submit to the imperial court, everything had to be done according to the imperial court's rules.

What he said made the emperor nod again and again, very happy.

"Zhou Kang, what did Jia Jihan say?"

"Jia Jihan expressed his respect and admiration for the master, saying that he wanted to see the master again. The younger one replied to Jia Jihan that the master had a lot of things to do and had no time to see Jia Jihan. Jia Jihan also said that this time Huang Taiji was sincerely thinking about it. Concubine Zhuang and Fulin are both in the mission for those who submit to the Ming court, if the court does not object, the two can directly become hostages and be handed over to the court."

"Hehe, the Houjin Tartars really can't wait. I'm afraid it's because the imperial court temporarily stopped their attacks on the Houjin Tartars. Now that the army is stationed in Guangning and Xiping Fort, it may threaten Shenyang at any time. The Houjin Tartars They couldn't sit still anymore, they thought that everything would be settled when Concubine Zhuang and Fulin came to the capital? things, don’t say anything else.”

"Master, I understand, it's just how to deal with the gold."

"Although accept it, what is this little gold? Does Jia Jihan think that this negotiation can be done with gold and silver? He also underestimates my court. The gold is sealed away. When I go to court tomorrow, I will bring it back Heart Palace."

Zhou Kang left the study, Zhou Yanru still had a smile on his face, closed his eyes again, and began to think about problems. He had just taken office, and he had too many problems to think about. How to learn from the past and grasp the greatest power , this is the question that his group should think about first. (To be continued..)