The hall of the Political Affairs Hall is not much smaller than that of many palaces in the inner court, but it is not as spacious as in the palace as soon as it comes in. It may be because there are too many things placed, the most are tables, chairs and stools, and many bookshelfs. The scene of people coming and going makes the space a little crowded and chaotic.
I saw some people writing quickly, and some were still planning to make a crackling sound. This place seemed to be busier than the Six Lobby.
This is also the result of the further concentration of power of the Prime Minister and the Six Ministers of the Political Affairs Hall.
The original prototype of the current ruling system was actually the three provinces and six ministries system, but after a hundred years of the Tang Dynasty, it has undergone subtle changes.
The initial division of labor in the three provinces was very clear. The Secretary of the Central Committee had a decision-making function, and the Secretary of the Central Committee was the executive department.
But the prime ministers of the current Political Affairs Hall participated in decision-making and also led six ministries, such as Cheng Qianli led the Minister of War and Xiao Zhizhong led the Minister of Justice, etc. The decision-making and the execution agency were integrated, which increased administrative efficiency while also promoted centralization.
But now the new cabinet has also joined the decision-making ranks, which is a differentiation of decision-making power.
Six prime ministers entered the government affairs hall one after another, and Zhang Shuo walked in front.
Today, the DPRK discussion was cancelled and time was saved, so everyone's itinerary seemed to be relaxed.
As the topic along the way was still unsatisfied, a few people followed Zhang Shuo’s study together and continued to have a conversation.
Chinese people have liked to form cliques since ancient times, and the relationship between the people in the Political Affairs Hall is obviously different from those in the cabinet. The reason is very simple, because they are more familiar with each other in a big room.
Although the Cabinet Bachelors are also officials of the same dynasty and meet almost every day; they do not work under the same roof after all, and such a little difference causes a subtle difference in their positions.
Zhang said that sometimes he would say that the court is one, but the rice is just eaten separately. It is the working meal that the state is responsible for during lunch. However, because there are too many officials in the court, the food source of each yamen is not the same kitchen.
Zhang said this sentence more than once, sometimes emphasizing unity, and sometimes emphasizing the second half.
Everyone mentioned Du Xian’s memorial and Dou Huaizhen said in a mysterious way: I summoned Du Xian alone in the greenhouse hall for two consecutive days a few days ago. What did you say?Maybe the strategy of taking Yingzhou was convinced by Du Xian this time, and this time I just gave the memorial.When the court discusses this matter, we don’t have any objections. Today, the emperor has a clear idea in his heart, so he can’t be unhappy.
Dou Huaizhen has always regarded herself as a handsome old man. She usually pays attention to her appearance and has a very steady grasp of her posture when she says a few words.
However, he was not entirely because of narcissism. His appearance was indeed better than the other people. His skin was whiter, his cheeks were very slim, and his beard was trimmed after a closer look...
It happened that Li Shouyi was standing beside him to set off. Li Shouyi was not ugly, but in front of Dou Huaizhen, his hair and beard suddenly looked like straw. What was even more excessive was that his nose hair was exposed, which was really a bit sloppy.
But Li Shouyi did not realize what was outside, and then he turned around and looked at Dou Huaizhen with contempt: We live in this position, not to please him!
Seeing his saliva flying around and his nose hair was disgusting, Dou Huaizhen subconsciously patted his sleeves and hid a few steps aside.
Zhang Shuo looked at Cheng Qianli who was silent on the side: Cheng Xiang is proficient in military tactics, is it appropriate to mobilize troops to capture Yingzhou?
In fact, Cheng Qianli is also a very elegant person. He is only middle-aged, has a clear face and a slender figure. However, his skin is not as white as Dou Huaizhen, but his expression is more righteous and as a gentleman.
He heard Zhang Shuo ask, pondered for a while before answering cautiously: A while ago, the Ministry of War approved a document, and the four artillery pieces of the Mingguang Army were transferred to Hedong, and they might still go from the elites of Guanzhong at that time. With this strength, Youzhou will not dare to act rashly, and attack Yingzhou in one internal and external manner. If it can be defeated... it is indeed a wonderful step to achieve twice the result with half the effort, and grasp the key point of the situation in the Northeast.only……
Cheng Xiang had something to say but said he couldn't. There were only a few of us here.Zhang Shuo casually encouraged him.
Cheng Qianli said seriously: Yingzhou is now in the hands of the Khitans, but Xi Sulai and the Khitans will join forces. Our army will definitely encounter at least two groups of troops on its own initiative.It is estimated that the troops in Hedong, Youzhou and Andong must be concentrated to achieve the level.In this way, the people who managed the Northeast had great power to select troops. The main force of the three towns and the elite Guanzhong who were transferred to the east had reached 20,000 to 30,000, and the local regiments in the three towns had been controlled to train township soldiers and township soldiers, holding no less than 100,000 heavy troops.A candidate who can be entrusted with such an important task must be a first-rank minister who is loyal to the emperor and is trusted.Therefore, I am not against the strategy of attacking Yingzhou, but I am not good at thinking of a suitable candidate.
Zhang said: Loyalty and important officials are also aware of military strategy. Cheng Xiang is the one who meets the three conditions.
I'm afraid it's more than that... Cheng Qianli glanced at the people around him.
Sure enough, Li Shouyi spoke out bluntly again: The method was introduced by Du Xian. According to the usual rules, whoever writes a letter to advise will be responsible, Du Xian is more likely to be entrusted to the Northeast.
Zhang said: However, it is still a bit shallow to be the only official in the border rank of Du Xian. He is a military officer who has just entered the cabinet to participate in the confidentiality, but he is a fifth-rank bachelor.If our Political Affairs Hall wants to recommend him, it is irresponsible to the government!
Dou Huaizhen said angrily: Why are you afraid of having a little experience? When you come to Youzhou, you may be awarded the first and second grades. You can mention the people in the cabinet to the first and second grades. Only then can you be on par with our old guys?
Zhang Shuo frowned and pondered for a moment, and said: When the court proposes this matter, we will recommend Cheng Xiang together, except for Cheng Xiang. There are only four people in the cabinet. Du Xian will always take some face and will not recommend himself. In this way, there will be only three people.Let’s explain the truth clearly in front of the emperor, and let the decision be made today.
What kind of virtue is that I can do... If I don’t stand firm in Yingzhou, wouldn’t I let down my colleagues’ wishes? How would I face you then?Cheng Qianli hurriedly refused politely.
Zhang said: Don’t say such useless and humble words. How many tough battles have you fought with Tubo in Longyou, the Western Regions before? Can Khitan and Xi be stronger than the Tubo in the past?We believe in you.
Cheng Qianli said seriously: I am not humble, but Yingzhou is indeed difficult. Since the Wuzhou Dynasty, Chang'an sent ministers to recover Yingzhou several times, and they all left with the heart of making achievements and returned in failure.The right time and place are beneficial to the north, and the officials who are not bound to do their jobs.
You are not sure?
Zhang Shuo asked, and when he saw Cheng Qianli shook his head, he said, Cheng Xiang has enough qualifications and abilities, and the matter is done by man. Even if there is no perfect solution, you will always have a greater chance of winning.
Zhang Shuo and the other three spoke enthusiastically, obviously based on the premise of using troops to Yingzhou.
In fact, there is another option: not to use troops to the outside world.
It’s just that they think Xue Chongxun has that idea and is unwilling to disobey.
Liu An, the Minister of the Ministry of Revenue, has never spoken. He was not a taciturn person at first. If he didn't speak at this moment, he might not agree with the use of foreign troops. After all, he is in charge of the Ministry of Revenue's war.
However, Liu An is Xue Chongxun's direct descendant. Since everyone has guessed Xue Chongxun's thoughts, he naturally is unwilling to stand up and say something. He only thinks about how to increase revenue and reduce expenditure and divert some military expenditure.
At this moment, Li Shouyi finally thought of this and said: Both the Secretary of the Central Committee and the Xiang Cheng know about military affairs. Since they know that Yingzhou may not be able to be defeated, why not advise the emperor to do so?In the past few years, in which year has the court not used foreign troops?More than half of the world's wealth is spent on wars and raising soldiers. The central government does not care about production and operation and rest, and the world is exhausted from conquests. How many people in the northern prefectures and counties have lost their sons and husbands as a result?We are at the height of the temple and have the power to control the country. We do not compassionate with the people. Do you feel guilty if we formulate national policies?!
Everyone looked at each other, and there was no way to deal with Li Shouyi. This guy was really pretending to be loyal and even scolded the people in the Zhengshi Hall.
Several people had the intention to rush him down, but he was neither greedy nor lustful, and his family was so poor that he always spoke with righteousness, so he was not easy to grasp the handle. At the same time, he seemed to be open-minded and wanted to resign. The emperor wanted to stay.
Such a person really makes people have nowhere to urge them.
But the ministers actually didn't respect him so much, because they always felt that this old boy was not hurting his back when he stood up and spoke, and rarely came up with reasonable and feasible things. In the atmosphere where Xue Chongxun's party focused on practicality, people like Li Shouyi were naturally not so easy to be admired.
Just when everyone in charge of the matter was occupied by Li Shouyi, Cheng Qianli stood up and said in a row: Zhang Xiang, the Central Secretariat, once engraved a book to teach all officials, but did Li Xianggong have never read it?
One sentence made Zhang Shuo very helpful, and he unconsciously got closer to Cheng Qianli again, but he did not show any expressions of satisfaction, but instead disagreed.
In fact, everyone knows that although Zhang said that he had fought wars and led soldiers before he became an important official in the court, he always regarded himself as a literati and was very fond of the reputation of the scholars. From time to time, he would write some articles and seal them, from the idea of safe and stable country to the anecdotes such as "The Envoy of Green Clothing".
Cheng Qianli mentioned the book he wrote, which made everyone read, so naturally Zhang Shuo enjoyed it.
Cheng Qianli continued: In the past, Helongzhou County on the west side was slaughtered all over the city; in the northern Guannei Road, Hedong Road and Hebei Road were robbed all year round, and tens of thousands of people often died and their families were destroyed and their wives and children were separated.We do not conquer foreign countries, and will we sit idly by and watch the parents, wives and children of the people be humiliated?Using troops will naturally consume national strength and kill and injure young people, but if a man fails to die, who will die?
After hearing this, Zhang Shu couldn't help but praise: Cheng Xiang is a real man!
Several people were discussing and quarreled, and finally they parted in disagreement. Only then did Zhang stop in the study.
I saw some people writing quickly, and some were still planning to make a crackling sound. This place seemed to be busier than the Six Lobby.
This is also the result of the further concentration of power of the Prime Minister and the Six Ministers of the Political Affairs Hall.
The original prototype of the current ruling system was actually the three provinces and six ministries system, but after a hundred years of the Tang Dynasty, it has undergone subtle changes.
The initial division of labor in the three provinces was very clear. The Secretary of the Central Committee had a decision-making function, and the Secretary of the Central Committee was the executive department.
But the prime ministers of the current Political Affairs Hall participated in decision-making and also led six ministries, such as Cheng Qianli led the Minister of War and Xiao Zhizhong led the Minister of Justice, etc. The decision-making and the execution agency were integrated, which increased administrative efficiency while also promoted centralization.
But now the new cabinet has also joined the decision-making ranks, which is a differentiation of decision-making power.
Six prime ministers entered the government affairs hall one after another, and Zhang Shuo walked in front.
Today, the DPRK discussion was cancelled and time was saved, so everyone's itinerary seemed to be relaxed.
As the topic along the way was still unsatisfied, a few people followed Zhang Shuo’s study together and continued to have a conversation.
Chinese people have liked to form cliques since ancient times, and the relationship between the people in the Political Affairs Hall is obviously different from those in the cabinet. The reason is very simple, because they are more familiar with each other in a big room.
Although the Cabinet Bachelors are also officials of the same dynasty and meet almost every day; they do not work under the same roof after all, and such a little difference causes a subtle difference in their positions.
Zhang said that sometimes he would say that the court is one, but the rice is just eaten separately. It is the working meal that the state is responsible for during lunch. However, because there are too many officials in the court, the food source of each yamen is not the same kitchen.
Zhang said this sentence more than once, sometimes emphasizing unity, and sometimes emphasizing the second half.
Everyone mentioned Du Xian’s memorial and Dou Huaizhen said in a mysterious way: I summoned Du Xian alone in the greenhouse hall for two consecutive days a few days ago. What did you say?Maybe the strategy of taking Yingzhou was convinced by Du Xian this time, and this time I just gave the memorial.When the court discusses this matter, we don’t have any objections. Today, the emperor has a clear idea in his heart, so he can’t be unhappy.
Dou Huaizhen has always regarded herself as a handsome old man. She usually pays attention to her appearance and has a very steady grasp of her posture when she says a few words.
However, he was not entirely because of narcissism. His appearance was indeed better than the other people. His skin was whiter, his cheeks were very slim, and his beard was trimmed after a closer look...
It happened that Li Shouyi was standing beside him to set off. Li Shouyi was not ugly, but in front of Dou Huaizhen, his hair and beard suddenly looked like straw. What was even more excessive was that his nose hair was exposed, which was really a bit sloppy.
But Li Shouyi did not realize what was outside, and then he turned around and looked at Dou Huaizhen with contempt: We live in this position, not to please him!
Seeing his saliva flying around and his nose hair was disgusting, Dou Huaizhen subconsciously patted his sleeves and hid a few steps aside.
Zhang Shuo looked at Cheng Qianli who was silent on the side: Cheng Xiang is proficient in military tactics, is it appropriate to mobilize troops to capture Yingzhou?
In fact, Cheng Qianli is also a very elegant person. He is only middle-aged, has a clear face and a slender figure. However, his skin is not as white as Dou Huaizhen, but his expression is more righteous and as a gentleman.
He heard Zhang Shuo ask, pondered for a while before answering cautiously: A while ago, the Ministry of War approved a document, and the four artillery pieces of the Mingguang Army were transferred to Hedong, and they might still go from the elites of Guanzhong at that time. With this strength, Youzhou will not dare to act rashly, and attack Yingzhou in one internal and external manner. If it can be defeated... it is indeed a wonderful step to achieve twice the result with half the effort, and grasp the key point of the situation in the Northeast.only……
Cheng Xiang had something to say but said he couldn't. There were only a few of us here.Zhang Shuo casually encouraged him.
Cheng Qianli said seriously: Yingzhou is now in the hands of the Khitans, but Xi Sulai and the Khitans will join forces. Our army will definitely encounter at least two groups of troops on its own initiative.It is estimated that the troops in Hedong, Youzhou and Andong must be concentrated to achieve the level.In this way, the people who managed the Northeast had great power to select troops. The main force of the three towns and the elite Guanzhong who were transferred to the east had reached 20,000 to 30,000, and the local regiments in the three towns had been controlled to train township soldiers and township soldiers, holding no less than 100,000 heavy troops.A candidate who can be entrusted with such an important task must be a first-rank minister who is loyal to the emperor and is trusted.Therefore, I am not against the strategy of attacking Yingzhou, but I am not good at thinking of a suitable candidate.
Zhang said: Loyalty and important officials are also aware of military strategy. Cheng Xiang is the one who meets the three conditions.
I'm afraid it's more than that... Cheng Qianli glanced at the people around him.
Sure enough, Li Shouyi spoke out bluntly again: The method was introduced by Du Xian. According to the usual rules, whoever writes a letter to advise will be responsible, Du Xian is more likely to be entrusted to the Northeast.
Zhang said: However, it is still a bit shallow to be the only official in the border rank of Du Xian. He is a military officer who has just entered the cabinet to participate in the confidentiality, but he is a fifth-rank bachelor.If our Political Affairs Hall wants to recommend him, it is irresponsible to the government!
Dou Huaizhen said angrily: Why are you afraid of having a little experience? When you come to Youzhou, you may be awarded the first and second grades. You can mention the people in the cabinet to the first and second grades. Only then can you be on par with our old guys?
Zhang Shuo frowned and pondered for a moment, and said: When the court proposes this matter, we will recommend Cheng Xiang together, except for Cheng Xiang. There are only four people in the cabinet. Du Xian will always take some face and will not recommend himself. In this way, there will be only three people.Let’s explain the truth clearly in front of the emperor, and let the decision be made today.
What kind of virtue is that I can do... If I don’t stand firm in Yingzhou, wouldn’t I let down my colleagues’ wishes? How would I face you then?Cheng Qianli hurriedly refused politely.
Zhang said: Don’t say such useless and humble words. How many tough battles have you fought with Tubo in Longyou, the Western Regions before? Can Khitan and Xi be stronger than the Tubo in the past?We believe in you.
Cheng Qianli said seriously: I am not humble, but Yingzhou is indeed difficult. Since the Wuzhou Dynasty, Chang'an sent ministers to recover Yingzhou several times, and they all left with the heart of making achievements and returned in failure.The right time and place are beneficial to the north, and the officials who are not bound to do their jobs.
You are not sure?
Zhang Shuo asked, and when he saw Cheng Qianli shook his head, he said, Cheng Xiang has enough qualifications and abilities, and the matter is done by man. Even if there is no perfect solution, you will always have a greater chance of winning.
Zhang Shuo and the other three spoke enthusiastically, obviously based on the premise of using troops to Yingzhou.
In fact, there is another option: not to use troops to the outside world.
It’s just that they think Xue Chongxun has that idea and is unwilling to disobey.
Liu An, the Minister of the Ministry of Revenue, has never spoken. He was not a taciturn person at first. If he didn't speak at this moment, he might not agree with the use of foreign troops. After all, he is in charge of the Ministry of Revenue's war.
However, Liu An is Xue Chongxun's direct descendant. Since everyone has guessed Xue Chongxun's thoughts, he naturally is unwilling to stand up and say something. He only thinks about how to increase revenue and reduce expenditure and divert some military expenditure.
At this moment, Li Shouyi finally thought of this and said: Both the Secretary of the Central Committee and the Xiang Cheng know about military affairs. Since they know that Yingzhou may not be able to be defeated, why not advise the emperor to do so?In the past few years, in which year has the court not used foreign troops?More than half of the world's wealth is spent on wars and raising soldiers. The central government does not care about production and operation and rest, and the world is exhausted from conquests. How many people in the northern prefectures and counties have lost their sons and husbands as a result?We are at the height of the temple and have the power to control the country. We do not compassionate with the people. Do you feel guilty if we formulate national policies?!
Everyone looked at each other, and there was no way to deal with Li Shouyi. This guy was really pretending to be loyal and even scolded the people in the Zhengshi Hall.
Several people had the intention to rush him down, but he was neither greedy nor lustful, and his family was so poor that he always spoke with righteousness, so he was not easy to grasp the handle. At the same time, he seemed to be open-minded and wanted to resign. The emperor wanted to stay.
Such a person really makes people have nowhere to urge them.
But the ministers actually didn't respect him so much, because they always felt that this old boy was not hurting his back when he stood up and spoke, and rarely came up with reasonable and feasible things. In the atmosphere where Xue Chongxun's party focused on practicality, people like Li Shouyi were naturally not so easy to be admired.
Just when everyone in charge of the matter was occupied by Li Shouyi, Cheng Qianli stood up and said in a row: Zhang Xiang, the Central Secretariat, once engraved a book to teach all officials, but did Li Xianggong have never read it?
One sentence made Zhang Shuo very helpful, and he unconsciously got closer to Cheng Qianli again, but he did not show any expressions of satisfaction, but instead disagreed.
In fact, everyone knows that although Zhang said that he had fought wars and led soldiers before he became an important official in the court, he always regarded himself as a literati and was very fond of the reputation of the scholars. From time to time, he would write some articles and seal them, from the idea of safe and stable country to the anecdotes such as "The Envoy of Green Clothing".
Cheng Qianli mentioned the book he wrote, which made everyone read, so naturally Zhang Shuo enjoyed it.
Cheng Qianli continued: In the past, Helongzhou County on the west side was slaughtered all over the city; in the northern Guannei Road, Hedong Road and Hebei Road were robbed all year round, and tens of thousands of people often died and their families were destroyed and their wives and children were separated.We do not conquer foreign countries, and will we sit idly by and watch the parents, wives and children of the people be humiliated?Using troops will naturally consume national strength and kill and injure young people, but if a man fails to die, who will die?
After hearing this, Zhang Shu couldn't help but praise: Cheng Xiang is a real man!
Several people were discussing and quarreled, and finally they parted in disagreement. Only then did Zhang stop in the study.
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