Ming politicians

On March 13, the [-]th year of Chongzhen, the imperial edict came down.

Chen Xinjia served as the governor of Liaodong, and he was named Minister of the Ministry of War. The imperial decree also specifically mentioned that Chen Xinjia assisted Su Tiancheng, the governor of Jiliao, in handling matters in Liaodong.

This imperial edict was issued very suddenly. Not many people in the imperial court knew about it. On the day when the imperial edict was issued, there were many discussions in the imperial court.This is a political signal, not a simple appointment. Su Tiancheng served as the governor of Jiliao and stabilized the situation in Liaodong and the border. Governor of Liaodong, isn't this dividing Su Tiancheng's power?

The civil and military ministers in the court all understand that there must be such a thing as a master of meritorious deeds. Su Tiancheng's power is too great, which may threaten the authority of the court or even the imperial power. Under such circumstances, the dispatched Chen Xinjia served as the governor of Liaodong, and the meaning of this is very clear.

Those who have impeached Su Tiancheng, Shizhong and Yushi, are now happy. They have great opinions on Su Tiancheng, and they have been unremittingly impeaching Su Tiancheng. Although they have encountered many reprimands before, their The hard work paid off.As a result, some Shizhonghe Yushi began to impeach Su Tiancheng again on the second day after the imperial edict was issued. They meant that Su Tiancheng had to be dismissed from the position of Ji Liao Supervisor, and even thrown into prison.

Unexpectedly, this time, the attitude of the emperor suddenly changed, including Yang Sichang, the chief assistant of the cabinet. He was directly removed from his position. Although it was said that someone pleaded in the court, the emperor's attitude was very firm.He mercilessly dismissed the ignorant of current affairs from his post.

In the imperial court, of course there are people who understand. These people know that this time the emperor ordered Chen Xinjia to be the governor of Liaodong, which is to weaken Su Tiancheng's power.Under such circumstances, the imperial court needs to appease Su Tiancheng's emotions. After all, Liaodong still cannot do without Su Tiancheng. Under such circumstances, those who don't know the reason give Shizhonghe Yushi, thinking that the opportunity has come, and immediately start impeaching him. Isn't it just asking for boredom, don't you think there will be chaos tomorrow.

After Liu Zongzhou returned to the mansion.Sullen, as a cabinet scholar, he didn't know such a big thing, no matter what, it was a bit embarrassing, but this kind of embarrassment did not exist on his own.Liu Yuliang, Fu Guan, Xue Guoguang and other cabinet scholars did not know about this situation either.When the imperial decree was issued, they also had shocked expressions on their faces.

The Emperor severely punished Su Tiancheng for impeaching Su Tiancheng by Shizhonghe Yushi, which also showed that the Emperor felt a little guilty.I am afraid that it is for this reason that the appointment this time is very sudden. Liu Zongzhou knows very well that if Sun Chengzong continues to serve as the chief assistant of the cabinet.Such a thing is impossible.

Liu Zongzhou is loyal to Daming and the emperor. Sometimes, he will also think about whether Su Tiancheng's power will make the emperor worry or even threaten the authority of the emperor. But looking at Su Tiancheng's performance for so many years, It was already very low-key, if Su Tiancheng hadn't wiped out the bandits, Daming's internal affairs would not be stable, let alone gain an advantage in Liaodong.

Soon, the housekeeper came to report that Huang Daozhou came to visit.

The relationship between the two was extraordinary. Liu Zongzhou led Huang Daozhou directly into the study.

"My lord, the emperor appointed Chen Xinjia as the governor of Liaodong. I am really worried. I don't know what Su Tiancheng thinks."

"Lord Huang, I'm also considering this matter, but Su Tiancheng has hundreds of thousands of troops in his hands. These troops are the most elite troops in our Ming Dynasty. It's probably normal for the emperor to have such worries. It's just that this edict was issued too suddenly, if Su Tiancheng has any objections, it's really hard to say, and it's not easy for Master Chen to go to Liaodong."

"I've also thought about this, but I believe in Su Tiancheng. He will be able to deal with this situation. Su Tiancheng has already gone to Dengzhou to devote himself to the construction of the navy. In terms of energy, he is also a little too late."

"That's the way it is said, but it's hard to think about who it falls on. The grand master passed away not long ago, and such a sudden change, even you and I are shocked."

In the study room, there was a moment of silence.

After a while, Huang Daozhou continued to speak.

"Da Ming is determined not to be in chaos. I am going to ask the emperor to go to Dengzhou to meet Su Tiancheng. No matter whether it is useful or not, I will persuade and comfort Su Tiancheng. My Daming can have the situation it is today. Most of the credit is on Su Tiancheng's head, and the imperial court cannot ignore this situation."

"This move is necessary. In fact, the emperor knows it well. Today, Shizhong and Yushi impeached Su Tiancheng. The admonition and punishment in his eyes showed the emperor's attitude. The emperor is clear in his heart. Go find it." Su Tiancheng, it must be beneficial to talk about the affairs of the court. As ministers of the court, you and I must do our best."

Huang Daozhou shook his head.

"I thought my lord knew about such a major event, but I didn't expect that my lord didn't know it in advance. It seems that the emperor has made up his mind and must change the situation in Liaodong. What I am most worried about is that there are changes in Liaodong. The situation in Liaodong must be changed. Be steady, don't make rash advances, but yesterday I saw Mr. Chen, full of confidence, and I was really worried."

"What Mr. Huang said must have been considered by the emperor. The stability of Liaodong is beneficial to the imperial court. I am also in favor of stabilizing Liaodong. A few days ago, Huang Taiji of Houjin once wrote a letter, requesting to communicate with him. I shook hands with the Ming Dynasty to make peace, but was refuted by the emperor. Huang Taiji asked for a handshake and made peace, and at the same time formed the Navy and the Eight Banners of Han Dynasty. The wolf is ambitious. Under such a situation, Liaodong must be stable."

When Liu Zongzhou said these words, Huang Daozhou sighed.

"Although my lord said so, I still can't rest assured. The stability of Liaodong is definitely beneficial to my Ming Dynasty. It won't take long to wipe out the bandits. Many places need to recuperate. Unfortunately, some people are too optimistic about the situation. , I think that the Ming Dynasty should launch an attack on Hou Jin, if I hadn’t received Su Tiancheng’s letter, I would have such an understanding, what I’m worried about is that the emperor has such thoughts.”

"Master Huang, what does the emperor mean by appointing Lord Chen as the governor of Liaodong, not only because he wants to weaken Su Tiancheng's power, but also because he wants to attack Hou Jin as soon as possible?"

Huang Daozhou nodded.

Liu Zongzhou shook his head.

"I think the possibility of this is very small. If the emperor wants to attack Houjin on a large scale, the most suitable commander is Su Tiancheng. No one is more suitable than Su Tiancheng. Although Chen Xinjia has good abilities, he is still better than Su Tiancheng. Not Su Tiancheng, I think the possibility of this is very small."

"My lord, don't forget that the emperor is also aware of Su Tiancheng's thoughts. Liaodong needs to be stabilized. Even if the emperor makes an order, Su Tiancheng will find many reasons to refute the aggressive advance. Under such circumstances, isn't the emperor's idea? If there is a change, send Chen Xinjia to test and launch an attack in Liaodong."

Liu Zongzhou's face changed a little, but he quickly regained his composure.

"Master Huang's analysis is reasonable, but I also think that under the current circumstances, it is still necessary to launch some small-scale attacks. It is also possible to test Houjin's reaction."

Huang Daozhou froze for a moment. He didn't know why Liu Zongzhou had such an idea, but having said that, he also had this kind of understanding deep in his heart. Both of them are great Confucianists, needless to say academically, they are very famous in Ming Dynasty Yes, but he is really not familiar with military affairs, or even has no contact with them. Even if Liu Zongzhou has entered the cabinet, he rarely speaks when discussing military deployment. From their point of view, for It is impossible to have a superb understanding and analysis of the situation in Liaodong, or the entire military situation of the Ming Dynasty.

Seeing that Huang Daozhou did not continue to speak, Liu Zongzhou continued.

"Master Huang, now my Ming Dynasty has the advantage in Liaodong, Su Tiancheng is stationed in Dengzhou and Laizhou, and there is no problem at the border. Under such circumstances, launching a small-scale attack on Houjin is mainly to destroy Huang Taiji's ambition , Huang Taiji formed a naval division and set up the Eight Banners of Han Dynasty. Aren’t these actions a demonstration against me? If such arrogance cannot be suppressed, Liaodong should not think about being able to stabilize it.”

Huang Daozhou thought for a while, then nodded. He also felt that what Liu Zongzhou said had some truth, and a small-scale attack was harmless and not impossible.

The two quickly came to an understanding. This was not a trivial matter. Liu Zongzhou was a scholar of the cabinet, and Huang Daozhou was the censor of Zuodu. The opinions they put forward were of great significance, and they could even directly affect the emperor. The two of them had a lot of correspondence with Su Tiancheng, and they also knew Su Tiancheng's analysis of the situation. Even if they had such thoughts, let alone the emperor, if the late Sun Chengzong knew the thoughts of the two of them, he might be angry. He climbed out of the coffin and reprimanded the two of them severely. They both said that the scholar misunderstood the country, did not understand the situation in Liaodong, did not understand the internal troubles of the Ming Dynasty, could not grasp the main problems, and was in a high position, and even did not know what to do. Being able to fully pay attention to the situation of the Ming Dynasty is a tragedy for the Ming Dynasty.

Huang Daozhou made up his mind that he must go to Dengzhou, and he had to do it as soon as possible. On the one hand, he stabilized Su Tiancheng's mind, and on the other hand, he also instilled some ideas of his own. (To be continued..)