Chapter 387 Jiajing's Wrist

Looking at Yan Shaoting, whose eyes were as clever as a ghost, Jiajing snorted in his heart.

I planned this today.

After all, it was this guy who started it himself.

What a bastard, he's been messing around all day long, but when it came to the follow-up handling of Yan Maoqing's incident, he made such a eloquent and emotional petition.

Do you really think you are blind?

Have all these years of practicing Taoism been in vain?

Zhang Juzheng openly called for reform, but this guy was evil at heart and was secretly doing innovative things.

Things like increased silk production in the southeast, exemption of salt workers in Lianghuai from military service, the Changping policy, opening of the southeast sea, and the system of recommending students to become officials.

Whichever one of these is not something our ancestors have done.

Since the precedent was set for letting Guo Yuchuang, the lieutenant general of the Beijing camp, lead troops into the palace for garrison, this kid should understand that since he has taken the lead, he will one day find an opportunity to push this matter forward.

There was a hint of ambiguity in Jiajing's eyes.

If it weren’t for the fact that the treasury has become more abundant in the past two years.

I had already thrown this kid into a remote corner outside the capital and let him be tossed around.

But considering that it can patch up the court's affairs and continuously bring in money and food.

Then the burden of the Dragon and Tiger Army will have to be carried by this kid and the Yan family.

There is no such thing as taking all the benefits and not getting any of the bad things in the world.

Can't help it.

Jiajing glanced at his son in the corner again.

The roads that I can pave have basically been paved.

Once this door is opened, there is no reason to close it again.

No matter what happens in the future, I will already be lying in the imperial mausoleum by then, and it will have nothing to do with me.

Yan Shaoting was nervous.

He finally understands it now.

Today, the old Taoist priest was scheming and scheming, but in the end, he actually schemed against himself.

Who made him the loyal and patriotic Taoist priest, the God of Wealth of the Ming Dynasty?

After all, he is the younger brother of Prince Yu of the Ming Dynasty and the tutor of the Crown Prince of the Ming Dynasty.

However, Yan Shaoting also felt a sense of alarm in his heart.

I originally thought that the old Taoist priest only cared about money and food, but I didn't expect that I was doing things secretly, and this person was also laying the groundwork secretly.

Today should be the day for him to reel in the fish.

But if this is true, then he deserves the title of the most scheming emperor of the Ming Dynasty.

in this way.

He was also the truly powerful and cunning Emperor Jiajing.

Under Jiajing's scrutinizing gaze.

Yan Shaoting could only speak slowly when everyone was worrying about how to put an end to the emperor's plan to create a Dragon and Tiger Army: "Your Majesty, if we set up a Dragon and Tiger Army of 3,000 and station it in Changping, according to the court rules, should the court and the inner court send another military supervisor?"

The words came out.

Everyone present was shocked.

Since Yan Shaoting could say this, it meant that in that instant, he had already agreed with the emperor to set up an army of three thousand dragons and tigers.

Yan Song frowned.

He also noticed the emperor's look just now.

But when it comes down to it, the Yan family will have to bear the loss today, and will also have to bear the consequences of any trouble that may arise in the future.

This is a headache-inducing task.

After Yan Shaoting spoke, Jiajing's expression instantly turned from cold to warm like a barometer, and he said with a smile: "Today, many people in Changping have made contributions. As for the matter of the three thousand dragon and tiger troops, I am not reckless and disregard the rules of the court."

He did not answer Yan Shaoting's question immediately.

But as long as Yan Shaoting spoke up, he could continue according to the plan.

Everyone present was waiting for the emperor's next words with heavy hearts.

Jiajing did not hide anything: "You and I have all seen what happened in Changping today. The Mongols jumped over the wall and headed straight for Changping. And outside Changping is Juyongguan. If this happens again in the future, will the court want the people of Changping to fight for the court again?"

He took advantage of a loophole.

Because no one knows whether the Mongols will sneak into the capital again in the future, and it is even more impossible to be sure whether the Mongols will come to Changping first next time.

But Jiajing continued, "The two capitals and thirteen provinces are all my subjects. I cannot bear to see them suffer. Three thousand dragon and tiger troops will be stationed in Changping. If there are any thieves in the capital in the future, we can wait for an opportunity to attack. In this way, the court can respond calmly."

This is to define a path for the Dragon and Tiger Army, which has not yet been truly established, and it also clarifies the future responsibilities of the Dragon and Tiger Army.

That is to be outside the city of Beijing, assisting in defense and waiting for an opportunity to strike when encountering the enemy.

That is to say, although they were stationed in Changping, if the enemy came in from Gubeikou and first attacked Miyun, the Dragon and Tiger Army would also rush forward to resist the invading enemy before the court made arrangements.

in this way.

The reason for establishing the Dragon and Tiger Army was barely tenable.

That's the time.

Jiajing looked at Yan Shaoting again and said, "As for the military supervisors... it seems that the imperial mausoleum guards also came to support today. Although there was no order from the court, they acted in an emergency and their contributions cannot be erased."

Talking.

Jiajing waved outside.

Under the gaze of everyone.

Lu Fang, the eunuch in charge of the inner court, appeared at the scene with Yang Jinshui, who had not appeared in front of the court for a long time.

Yang Jinshui followed Lu Fang and walked closer. He just glanced at everyone present and immediately knelt on the ground.

He was the man Xu Wei had seen on Jiashan Mountain earlier, the one who rushed to the front when the imperial mausoleum defenders came to support.

And this moment.

Yang Jinshui's body was also covered in blood and dust, and it seemed that this eunuch had personally participated in the battle before.

Yang Jinshui, who was kneeling, spoke in a deep voice: "Today, I saw the bandits coming and causing trouble for Changping and endangering the imperial mausoleum. I had no choice but to bring a thousand imperial mausoleum guards to support me. I broke the rules, so please punish me, my master!"

After the explanation, Yang Jinshui began to apologize profusely.

However, after the other party arrived with Lu Fang, Yan Shaoting sighed deeply in his heart.

It seems that my guess just now was correct.

The old Taoist priest had been planning this for a long time, otherwise Yang Jinshui would not have disregarded the rules and brought the imperial mausoleum garrison to support him today.

I think that when the old Taoist priest personally led his troops to Changping, the palace must have rushed to the imperial mausoleum to pass on the message to Yang Jinshui.

However, this operation cannot be made public.

Then Yang Jinshui will have to take responsibility for this crime.

However, Yan Shaoting felt that Yang Jinshui's move could not have been kept by the old Taoist priest specifically for use today.

After all, the old Taoist priest is practicing Taoism, not cultivating immortality.

It was impossible for him to predict that the Mongols would invade today.

It's just as the saying goes.

Time and luck.

Today is the chance for Yang Jinshui to be exposed to everyone again.

Jiajing was also under the gaze of the crowd, and he said, "You dog slave, for your timely rescue, I will spare your dog head, and from now on you will be the supervisor of the Dragon and Tiger Army. If you make any more mistakes, I will chop you off immediately!"

This is not a punishment.

It is clearly to fill the gaps left by the Dragon and Tiger Army.

With the eunuch Yang Jinshui representing the inner court as the military supervisor in the Dragon and Tiger Army, the Dragon and Tiger Army could be established at least in terms of procedures and systems.

Yan Shaoting's eyes flickered, and in his heart he could only admire the old Taoist priest's skills once again.

do not forget.

The old Taoist priest had said before that the money and food supplies for the Dragon and Tiger Army had to be allocated by the imperial court.

The commander of the Dragon and Tiger Army is Yan Hu, who is now known as the Dragon and Tiger General. The imperial court and the Ministry of War can control the Dragon and Tiger Army in terms of money, food and military supplies. The inner court can also have Yang Jinshui directly supervise the army and control the situation.

It’s all within the old Taoist priest’s calculations!

After this series of combined punches, the imperial court, which controlled money, food and military supplies, had nothing to say, and the emperor could also rest assured with the participation of the inner court.

only.

In the end, it was the Yan family that took on it all.

Apart from the fact that Xiao Que'er got the title of Dragon and Tiger General, there are actually no other benefits.

of course.

When the emperor is calculating against everyone, it is no longer an occasion to compare who can benefit.

after all.

Even though the Yan family has to take responsibility now, the imperial court is the biggest headache.

Yan Shaoting couldn't help but glance at Xu Jie, who had remained silent for a long time.

I'm afraid this person is the most annoyed right now.

After all, even if the old Taoist priest filled in all the places that might affect the calculations, the matter ultimately showed a kind of uncontrollability.

Can not control.

This is the last thing the imperial court wants to happen.

As if he had noticed something, Xu Jie silently raised his head and just happened to meet Yan Shaoting's gaze.

The two looked at each other, without further exchange of glances, and looked away.

Xu Jie was feeling extremely anxious and uneasy.

In name, the emperor gave the court the power to control money, food and military supplies, but don't forget that Yan Shaoting was still in charge of the military supplies.

in this case.

In the end, only the emperor and the Yan family have any say over this Dragon and Tiger Army.

The Yan family was naturally plotted against by the emperor and pushed to the front.

In the end, the one who benefited was the emperor.

But can I object now?
The emperor has given countless reasons.

Whether it was assisting in the defense of the capital from outside the city or exercising restraint on all parties, the emperor had already taken the moral upper hand.

If you object now.

The emperor asked directly what would happen to the court if what happened today happened again, and he, as the second-in-command of the cabinet, would be speechless.

It’s just that Yang Jinshui…

Xu Jie glanced at Yang Jinshui who was still kneeling on the ground, and couldn't help but hum in his heart.

I know that after Yang Jinshui returned from Zhejiang, he was sent by the emperor to guard the imperial mausoleum.

But the fact that Yang Jinshui is here today also explains a lot of things.

Thinking of this, Xu Jie actually felt a little better.

After all, Yang Jinshui was buried in the imperial mausoleum, which is the closest to Changping.

Now Yang Jinshui is asked to supervise the Dragon and Tiger Army.

This shows what?
In fact, it goes without saying.

Xu Jie silently moved his gaze and looked at Yan Song's slightly hunched back.

The Yan family is not really that trustworthy!
No one knew what Xu Jie was thinking.

But those present knew that no matter what, the emperor had already made up his mind to put the Dragon and Tiger Army on the table today.

After all, even Yang Jinshui, who was punished to go to the imperial mausoleum, could be appointed as the military supervisor of the Dragon and Tiger Army. The emperor would not allow others to say anything against it.

It was at this time that Jiajing coughed lightly as if unintentionally.

Yan Shaoting understood what he meant, and a look of "I would rather die than let my friend die" appeared in his eyes as he looked at Gao Gong.

Gao Gong immediately noticed Yan Shaoting's eyes and his heart tightened.

"Your Majesty, although the Mongolian thieves who sneaked into the capital have been killed, there are still three Mongolian armies outside the pass in Xuanfu."

"Your Majesty has now stationed the Dragon and Tiger Army in Changping, which is like putting another lock behind Juyong Pass on the Great Wall of the Nine Frontiers."

This statement clearly continued to support the emperor's intention to establish the Dragon and Tiger Army.

But Gao Gong felt helpless and bitter in his heart.

I clearly heard Yan Shaoting mention Xuanfu.

These words have been torn apart and stuffed into my ears.

Xuanfu!

If I don't agree with the Dragon and Tiger Army as a cabinet minister at this time, I'm afraid Xuanfu will lose points.

Although Yang Bo is closer to Xuanfu.

But myself...

That's it!

That's it!

Gao Gong sighed silently, and stepped forward with his hands clasped: "I think that your Majesty's thoughts and concerns are all far-sighted. What I said just now was short-sighted. Now that your Majesty has forgiven me, I think the Dragon and Tiger Army should have appeared earlier! In this way, there may be fewer casualties in Changping today, and the people of our dynasty can suffer less."

Have no idea.

The situation is better than people.

It is visible to the naked eye that Changping has won a great victory, and everyone is rewarding their merits.

Then the imperial court, which has always been clear about rewards and punishments, will have to punish some people and things next.

For example, Xuanfu?

Since Gao Gong had spoken, Yuan Wei didn't care how correct his own analysis was and directly followed up with the motion.

At this time, the emperor has made his position clear, and whoever opposes will probably be held responsible later.

And don't forget.

The emperor can be said to have led the army in person today. Morally speaking, today's victory in Changping means that the emperor won a complete victory by leading the army in person.

After Gao Gong and Yuan Wei successively expressed their support for the establishment of the Three Thousand Dragon and Tiger Army.

Li Chunfang also immediately spoke up and followed suit.

At last.

Everyone's attention fell on Yan Song and Xu Jie.

The Prime Minister and the Deputy Prime Minister nodded in agreement, and the matter was let go.

Xu Jie spoke first: "If the court had stationed troops outside the city this time, as Your Majesty said, there would be fewer casualties in Changping today. Now that we have the Dragon and Tiger General, our dynasty should also have a Dragon and Tiger Army led by the general, so that we can continue the heroic spirit of our dynasty today where officials and people advance and retreat together as one."

At this point in the matter, Xu Jie knew that it would be useless to oppose it.

Besides, I have said the wrong things several times today.

If you don't understand the rules at this time, then it's really the end.

only.

Xu Jie said, "However, since your majesty said that the Dragon and Tiger Army is to assist in the defense outside the capital, then it is fine to station them in Changping. However, they still have to patrol more places in the capital after that, so that they can be justified."

Although the Yan family was pushed forward to take responsibility for this matter, they could not really let the Dragon and Tiger Army stay in Changping.

Seeing that Xu Jie had agreed to this, Jiajing naturally nodded and said, "Lord Xu is very righteous, and this is what the Dragon and Tiger Army should do."

This means that they agreed to Xu Jie's proposal, and in the future the Dragon and Tiger Army would patrol various places in the capital.

then.

In the end, only the cabinet chief Yan Song had not yet expressed his position again.

Everyone also looked at the Prime Minister who was really old.

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