Chapter 233 Imperial Decree: Hai Rui, Qi Jiguang, Hu Zongxian, and Zhang Juzheng Enter Beijing

Guo Pu served as the Minister of Personnel.

Now that Xu Fan, the prefect of Shuntian Prefecture, has been imprisoned, he and Gao Gong are in charge of the subsequent appeasement of the Miyun Massacre, and have made up their minds to put Shuntian Prefecture in order from top to bottom.

Then.

The new Shuntian prefect and his subordinates need to be rearranged.

In view of the Miyun tragedy that just happened.

Inside the Wanshou Palace Hall, everyone was silent and no one expressed their opinions.

Although the position of Shuntian prefect is a good position.

But now, after what Xu Fan did, this position has become a bit unpopular.

Let your own people go at this time?

That would turn your own people into enemies.

In the past, once a position like the Shuntian prefecture vacancy became available, it would take a while of competition before the candidate could be decided.

The last time Xu Fan was able to take office as the prefect of Shuntian.

In fact, it took the Xu family a lot of private effort to smooth over the relationships between superiors and subordinates before this arrangement was made.

Even if Xu Jie is leading the team, he has to treat everyone equally.

Just today.

After Guo Pu spoke.

Everyone shut up.

He was afraid that the position of Shuntian prefect would fall into the hands of one of his own people.

This position is very hot now.

Behind the beaded curtain.

Jiajing looked at everyone present with a dim gaze.

He snorted coldly in his heart.

These people.

They all do not do anything without benefits.

They are also the best at seeking profit and avoiding misfortune.

Everyone has his own little calculations.

Jiajing sighed silently.

About to speak.

Someone came to report outside the hall.

"Your Majesty, urgent news from the southeast."

southeast.

There are only two top priorities now.

One is that the increased production of silk in the southeast was sold overseas, which provided additional revenue for the imperial court.

One is about the suppression of the Japanese pirates in the southeastern coastal provinces.

But no matter what the matter is, it is a major event that concerns the political situation and people's livelihood in the southeast, and even the country and people of the Ming Dynasty.

Everyone looked over when they heard this.

Jiajing glanced at Lu Fang, then lowered his head to look at Xu Jie.

"Mr. Xu Ge."

At this moment, Xu Jie was still immersed in the pain of losing his eldest son. After hearing this, his eyes were a little dazed. When he raised his head, his face was pale and haggard.

"His Majesty……"

"Cough cough..."

Jiajing frowned and said, "Lord Xu is not feeling well, you can go back to your house and rest."

Xu Jie raised his head.

The people who were originally looking outside also looked over here.

The emperor wanted Xu Jie to return home and rest.

This is a very politically charged suggestion.

Xu Jie seemed to have a lump in his chest. After a long while, he bowed and said, "This old minister... Thank you, Your Majesty, for your grace..."

Xu Jie supported his knees with his hands and stood up tremblingly.

He bent down again and bowed with his fists clasped.

"minister……"

"Excuse me..."

With a low groan, Xu Jie clenched his fists and slowly retreated step by step.

Then, under the gaze of everyone, he turned around silently, walked out of the hall alone, and disappeared in the strong light outside.

A silent sigh.

It echoed silently in the hall.

Don't think about it.

For a long time to come, Lord Xu may not be seen in the court anymore.

And outside the palace.

The officials gathered here watched as Xu Fan was taken away by the factory guards, and then Xu Jie walked out alone following him.

There was a sudden whisper.

Xu Jie walked down the stairs step by step, looking at the people present with calm eyes.

He kept silent and walked out of the Wanshou Palace through the passage made clear by the officials.

Standing outside the palace gate.

Xu Jie looked back at the newly renovated Wanshou Palace, and traces of coldness and chill flashed in his eyes.

At last.

He sighed softly and let the coachman help him get into the carriage.

The coachman gave a light shout, and the carriage slowly started moving.

In the Wanshou Palace where Xu Jie left.

The young eunuch who came to report had already walked in in full view of everyone, kneeling on the ground and holding a report in both hands.

Lu Fang stepped forward, took the memorial, and presented it to the emperor.

"Your Majesty, Hu Zongxian, the Governor-General of Zhejiang and the Governor of Zhejiang, reported that the Japanese invasion in Zhejiang has been completely eliminated, and Qi Jiguang, the Lieutenant General of the Three Prefectures, has also suppressed the rebellion in Jiangxi. Both are great victories, and I am reporting this victory to Your Majesty."

Yan Shaoting's heart moved.

There is finally news about what happened in Zhejiang.

Before everyone else.

Yan Shaoting stood up with his hands clasped: "Congratulations, Your Majesty! Congratulations, Your Majesty! The Japanese invasion that has plagued Zhejiang Province of our Ming Dynasty for many years has finally been wiped out under the governance of capable ministers and generals! This is due to Your Majesty's unparalleled wisdom and good governance. I congratulate Your Majesty and the Ming Dynasty!"

After Xu Fan was convicted and Xu Jie was sent home.

The Minister of Rites Yan Ne, the Minister of War Yang Bo, and the Minister of Punishments Pan En were all filled with confusion and worry.

At this moment, when they heard the good news coming from the southeast, Yan Shaoting was the first to speak up and congratulate them.

The three were about to follow closely.

However, Gao Gong, Yuan Wei and others, as well as the three dukes who had not left, also bowed and spoke before them.

"I congratulate Your Majesty!"

"Congratulations to the Ming Dynasty!"

Yan Ne, Yang Bo and Paine could only blend in with the crowd and speak in agreement at random.

Behind the pearl curtain, Jiajing's face was full of smiles.

"The pacification of Zhejiang was achieved by the hard work of the officials at the front and the bravery of the soldiers. What credit do I have for this?"

Said something.

Jiajing lowered his head and looked at the victory report sent by Hu Zongxian.

He raised his head and looked at Xu Yande, Zhang Rong, and Zhu Xizhong, and laughed: "Great! The boys from your three families have also made outstanding achievements in battle! Great!"

Xu Yande and the other two also had smiles on their faces.

The three dukes, whose hereditary titles could be traced back to the reigns of Taizu and Taizong, all bowed and saluted.

"It is all thanks to your majesty's benevolent rule that Zhejiang is now peaceful and secure. As honored officials, we swear to defend the Ming Dynasty until our death!"

Jiajing slapped the table and said with a cheerful expression, "Great! The whole country is united, how can we not win? This time, I will reward you well!"

The emperor's eyes turned.

Now that the treasury is bulging, the soldiers on the front line have the confidence to reward them for their victories.

The Minister of War Yang Bo suddenly stood up.

"Your Majesty, the soldiers on the front line will win every battle, and the Japanese threat to Zhejiang Province has been completely eliminated. This is a blessing for the people of Zhejiang and for our dynasty."

"But the Japanese invasion has not only continued in Southeast Asia and South Zhejiang, but also in Fujian, Guangdong and even South Zhili."

"I think we should take advantage of this great victory to deploy troops, allocate money and military pay, pursue the victory, and wipe out the Japanese threat along our southeastern coast in one fell swoop."

What Yang Bo said is not without reason.

Now that the Japanese threat to Zhejiang has been completely eliminated, it is time to boost the morale of the army.

But he said this with his own considerations.

Whether it was Hu Zongxian or Qi Jiguang, or even the Zhejiang Province, they were basically the power of the Yan family.

Wouldn't it be boosting the Yan family's prestige if they lavishly rewarded people from Zhejiang at this time?
And when Yang Bo finished speaking.

Yuan Wei, who did not stand up to express any opinions today, walked out with a gloomy face.

"Your Majesty, I do not think so."

"Although Zhejiang has won a great victory, the soldiers have been fighting for several years and should recuperate first. In addition, it is winter now. Even though the south is not as cold as the north, it is not a good time for a fierce battle. However, when the Zhejiang soldiers are reorganized and the horses are fat and the soldiers are strong, we can go to the southeast coastal provinces to clear out the Japanese pirates next year."

Yang Bo immediately looked at Yuan Wei.

There was a flash of displeasure in his eyes.

Although you, Lord Yuan, work in the cabinet, you are not in charge of the Ministry of War and you have no experience in military affairs.

On weekdays, he did not give much advice in the court.

As soon as I, the Minister of War, spoke today, you, Lord Yuan, immediately jumped out to refute.

What does this mean?

Yan Shaoting also stood up at this time.

"Your Majesty, I second what Mr. Yuan said."

"The soldiers on the front lines of Zhejiang are loyal to their country and have sufficient food and grass, so they will naturally win every battle. Zhejiang is now free of the Japanese threat, thanks to the soldiers on the front lines who fought to the death, but also to the court's good dispatch."

"It is winter now and the New Year is coming. The soldiers have just won a great victory and have not been home for years. Why don't the court reward them and allow them to go home and reunite with their families and spend a reunion year? This will also show your majesty's benevolence and your love for the soldiers in the army."

As Yan Shaoting finished speaking.

Yan Song then slowly said, "Your Majesty, I think what Yuan Wei and Yan Shaoting said is correct. The soldiers are loyal to their country and are ready to die in every battle. Now that Zhejiang is stable and the New Year is approaching, it is appropriate to let the soldiers go home to reunite with their families. When the imperial court allocates food and military supplies in the spring of next year, we can send reinforcements to Fujian and Guangdong."

Both cabinet ministers believed that it was time for the Zhejiang soldiers to rest.

Jiajing also nodded.

"The soldiers have been fighting for years, and now they have won a great victory. How can I ignore the soldiers' desire to return home and reunite with their families? The Ministry of War, in accordance with the words of Lord Yan and Lord Yuan, sent a letter to Zhejiang, ordering the soldiers to take off their armor and return home to reunite with their families, and return to the camp after the new year to fight for the Ming Dynasty again!"

Seeing that things had come to this point and the emperor had spoken, Yang Bo could only agree helplessly.

However, Yan Shaoting said, "Your Majesty, the court has had a difficult time since the beginning of this year, but thanks to your majesty's wisdom, everything has been handled properly. When the Southeast Silk business is completed next year, the court will be able to breathe a sigh of relief.

Now that Zhejiang is settled, the soldiers have returned home to reunite. Your Majesty is interested in rewarding the meritorious officials who have pacified the Japanese invasion in Zhejiang Province. It would be better to order the people of Zhejiang to report to the capital. Your Majesty can also reward the meritorious officials in person to show your benevolent rule and clear rewards and punishments. "

Jiajing raised his eyebrows.

That's a good idea.

That's a good reason too.

He could use the reward to get a chance to show himself in front of these military generals.

only……

Jiajing had some concerns in his heart.

Yan Song then said, "This time in Qi Jiguang's army in Zhejiang, there are also three young masters from the Duke of Dingguo's Mansion, the Duke of Yingguo's Mansion, and the Duke of Chengguo's Mansion, and each of them has made military achievements.

Your Majesty might as well call them back to the capital to report on their duties, and then let Qi Jiguang and others select some soldiers who have made great contributions and bravery in the army to come to the capital together, so that Your Majesty and the ministers can see with their own eyes how brave and strong the soldiers of our Ming Dynasty are. "

Yuan Wei, who refuted Yang Bo's proposal at the beginning.

He also said, "If the imperial edict is sent to the southeast at this time, and the Zhejiang soldiers are reorganized and other follow-up matters are settled, the meritorious officials from Zhejiang will enter the capital, which will be almost the first month of the year. At that time, His Majesty will personally reward them, which will be a lively event."

Xu Yande, Zhang Rong and Zhu Xizhong all showed delight on their faces.

The kids from these three families have been in the southeast for almost a year, and now they have made commendable contributions.

If I can really return to Beijing to report on my work this time, I will receive the emperor’s personal reward.

Then, the three families would gain great reputation in the circle of nobles of the Ming Dynasty.

Jiajing looked at Gao Gong.

This is the last cabinet minister still standing in the main hall of Wanshou Palace.

"What does Mr. Gao think?"

Gao Gong had some different thoughts in his mind, but for now the discussion had come to this.

Plus, the three dukes are all here.

He knew it all without looking back.

These three dukes are waiting for their sons to come back so that these young men who have made military achievements can gain face in the capital.

How can I object?

Gao Gong bowed and said, "I have no objection. The Japanese threat to the southeast has existed for many years. Now that the imperial court has deployed troops and Zhejiang has won a great victory, the imperial court should celebrate."

Wait for Gao Gong's answer.

Jiajing immediately smiled, waved his arms and swept away the Taoist robe.

"In that case, this matter is settled."

"Lu Fang."

Lu Fang stepped forward and bowed, "Master."

Jiajing smiled and said, "Draft an imperial decree to order the Governor-General of Zhejiang and the Governor of Zhejiang, Hu Zongxian, the Lieutenant General of the Three Prefectures, Qi Jiguang, and the meritorious officers and soldiers of Zhejiang to come to Beijing to report on their work and receive their rewards."

Lu Fang immediately smiled and said, "I obey your command."

Just when everyone, including Yan Shaoting, thought that the matter was settled.

Jiajing, however, glanced at everyone in front of the hall.

"edict."

"Zhang Juzheng and the Haibiju are also coming to Beijing."

Yan Shaoting looked up immediately.

The old Taoist priest actually wanted to recall Zhang Juzheng back to the capital at this time.

What surprised him even more.

The old Taoist priest actually wants to meet Hai Rui now.

Could it be because of the petition about the government's governance?
Just when Yan Shaoting and others were confused.

Jiajing had already said, "The matter of increasing silk production in the southeast is now on the right track. When Zhang Juzheng returns to Beijing, let Zhao Zhenji from Nanzhili take charge of this matter and work with foreign merchants to sell silk overseas."

"As for the sea pen holder..."

"I want to ask him in person."

"Is it true that all the government offices in my Ming Dynasty are infested with pests?"

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