Chapter 937: Argument before the Emperor
Of course, all the gentlemen here are people who have been through the ups and downs of the world for a long time. It can be seen at a glance that Changsun Wuji actually does not have good intentions.
Why did Fang Jun volunteer to go to Jiangnan to serve as the general manager of Canghai Road?
It’s the Eastern Expedition that I’m looking forward to starting in the near future! There is no doubt that Canghaidao was the main sea route during the Eastern Expedition. Whoever can control Canghaidao will be able to make great achievements during the Eastern Expedition!
And transferring Fang Jun back to Chang'an to serve as a senior official may seem like a promotion and a salary increase, but in fact it is equivalent to removing the salary from under the cauldron and ruining Fang Jun's future in Canghai Road...
This move is indeed somewhat unethical.
As the saying goes, blocking someone's future is like killing one's parents. It's a mortal enemy, but Changsun Wuji's proposal allowed Fang Jun to be reused. A senior official of the third-grade department who is not as good as the weak one will be brilliant in any dynasty. This is promotion. , no one can tell what's wrong.
But everyone knows that it is difficult to be an official in the capital. How can even a high-ranking official at the ministry level compare to the Canghaidao Marching General Manager who can act recklessly and achieve great military exploits?
The hall was silent for a moment, no one spoke.
It is not good to say anything at this time. If you agree, it will offend Fang Xuanling; if you retort, it will offend Changsun Wuji...
The most important thing is that we still don’t know what His Majesty the Emperor’s intentions are.
The ministers all looked at His Majesty Li Er.
His Majesty Li Er held the tea cup, feeling a little confused.
According to his original intention, he did not want Fang Jun to return to Beijing. Others may ignore Fang Jun's achievements, but as the emperor, how could he turn a blind eye? Not to mention anything else, these millions of dollars filled the national treasury and internal funds, laying a solid foundation for the future Eastern Expedition. This is a huge contribution! What's more, once the Municipal Shipping Department system is confirmed to be implemented, two more Municipal Shipping Departments in Mingzhou and Guangzhou will be added in the future to control all maritime trade in the Tang Dynasty under the supervision of the imperial court. This will not only regulate trade, but also Provide a steady stream of financial resources for the empire's finances...
It can be said that it is a great success!
Moreover, he personally appointed Fang Jun as the general manager of Canghai Road. Now he not only removed his official position, but also moved the naval school he had worked so hard to build to Guanzhong. He also wanted to keep him far away from Jiangnan, causing all his efforts to become a waste. Pao Ying makes wedding dresses for others...
Not to mention that he bought two seaports for the empire in just one trip to the sea, making the power of the Tang Dynasty shake the admiration of the world!
His Majesty Li Er felt a little guilty.
However, judging from the fact that Fang Jun implemented the "guarantee deposit" without the approval of the political hall, I am afraid that this kid also knows that Jiangnan has now become a hot spot for all forces to compete for, and understands that it is difficult to stay in Jiangnan. But he was afraid of embarrassing the emperor, so he used this method to leave a clue and cut off his future in Jiangnan.
So considerate...
His Majesty Li Er was filled with emotion and fell in love with Fang Jun even more.
What emperor wouldn't like a minister who is capable, ambitious, and considerate of his superiors who is willing to suffer losses?
Of course, His Majesty Li Er could also see Fang Jun's grievance from the "guaranteed deposit" matter, otherwise he would only need a secret letter to express his attitude, and there would be no need for such superfluous pretense.
His Majesty Li Er is not angry at all.
Who is not allowed to cry twice when he is wronged?
His Majesty Li Er was silent for a long time and then said: "Even so, let's recall Fang Jun to the capital. As Fang Aiqing's father, he should avoid suspicion. Cen Wenwen, Sun Fuga and Li Ji will discuss how to punish Fang Jun. , we must act in accordance with the rules and laws, and we must be fair and impartial. As for Fang Jun’s subsequent appointment, I have my own opinion.”
The ministers in the palace remained silent, but they all complained in their hearts.
What does "I have my own opinions on subsequent appointments" mean? That is to clearly tell the ministers in the palace that today I will follow your instructions to transfer Fang Jun back to the capital and let the Canghai Road come out. But when Fang Jun comes back, you will not be beeping about how I will appoint him!
You have said these words, how can you still act according to the rules and implement them according to the law?
If Cen Wenwen, Sun Fuga, and Li Ji really punish Fang Jun severely, I'm afraid you will fall out in a minute...
Sun Fujia used to be the Young Minister of Dali Temple, and he had just assumed the position of Minister of Dali Temple in the middle of the year. He had been in Dali Temple for most of his life, and he knew how to protect himself wisely, and he would never get involved in the fights between noble families. Cen Wenwen has always admired Fang Jun and has repeatedly called him the unicorn among the younger generation. Li Ji and Fang Xuanling have a very good relationship, and the two families are family friends. The three of them discuss how to punish Fang Jun. What can they come up with?
Such blatant protection!
All the ministers were envious and jealous, but they had to admire that Fang Jun did have a reason for His Majesty the Emperor to protect him.
Changsun Wuji remained silent.
His Majesty has already given in, so he cannot pursue him. Since my goal has been achieved, why bother to anger His Majesty? He knew that his position in His Majesty's heart had now been shaken. He no longer had the unreserved trust he had in the past, so he couldn't help but sigh secretly, with some regret...
Li Ji glanced around and said: "The Royal Navy has purchased two seaports in Linyi State, please give me a charter."
The ministers were stunned for a moment, and they all sighed to themselves. It was the fault of that boy Fang Jun again...
Conquering cities and overthrowing other countries has happened frequently since ancient times, but spending money to buy land from other countries like Fang Jun is an unprecedented spectacle. You say he opened up territory and expanded the territory. This was not done by the two armies. Moreover, the land in these two seaports is really too little. The places are really remote and difficult to control, and they are somewhat inaccessible. But after all, he has opened up the country and should be rewarded.
In fact, ever since this incident was reported back to Chang'an, the civil and military people of the Manchu Dynasty had been in uproar and arguing.
Some people think that this is a unique feat of opening up territory and expanding the territory, and it is not an exaggeration to confer a prince on Fang Jun; some people say that it is just a barbarian country deep in a small overseas country, and it will sooner or later fall into the hands of the barbarians even though it is thousands of miles away. Things are useless, and sending troops to station is a waste of money and food. It is actually the source of disaster for the country...
Everyone keeps arguing, and no one can convince anyone.
Liu Lei, who had just been promoted from Shangshu Zuocheng to Huangmen Shilang, said: "Your Majesty, I think that there is no need to worry about some foreign lands. Although Linyi Kingdom has fought against the Central Plains many times in the past, in fact, all the kingdoms belong to our Han family. The remnant people, their hearts are filled with the sacred power of heaven, it is the right time Why do you show kindness and kindness to your country, but occupy people's territory and plunder people's ports, causing the country to harbor resentment and damaging the power of the Tang Dynasty? Therefore, I impeach Fang Jun for plundering people's territory and provoking neighboring countries. Please take strict action. Punish and serve as a warning to others!”
All the ministers took a breath. This Liu Lei was really shameless. It was obviously a good thing, but he said it as if he was innocent of all evil...
It seems that those few punches from Fang Jun really made this man feel resentful, and he may never forget them until his death.
However, contempt is still contempt, and we should still support when it is time to support. There may not be many ministers who are friends with Liu Lei, who has always been stingy and despicable, but the enemy of his enemy is his friend. Since he is taking the lead in impeaching Fang Jun, people will naturally follow him.
"We all agree that Fang Jun has insulted the state. Not only did he seize the land of Linyi Kingdom, he also sent troops to kill and kill the Zhenla Kingdom without authorization. As a result, the reputation of our Tang Dynasty was deeply tarnished in Zhenla Kingdom. The people of Nanyang will be deeply wary. If things continue like this. , How can the benevolence and etiquette of the Tang Dynasty educate all people, and how can we be good neighbors and friends? ”
Another Huangmen servant, Chu Suiliang, followed closely.
Yu Chigong glared and said: "This is the most ridiculous thing in the world! I dare to ask you two, when did Linyi Kingdom become aware of the Holy Power of the Heavenly Dynasty, and when did Zhenla Kingdom become a good neighbor and friend of the Tang Dynasty? Please teach me!"< br>
Generally speaking, although military generals are present when discussing state affairs, they rarely speak. Everyone performs their duties, which is just a formality. It is enough to let the civil officials decide on such matters, and the generals are too lazy to take care of it.
But the words of the two men clearly touched the military commander's bottom line.
We are all good-neighbors and friends. Do we, the fighting men, have to go home and farm together? Is the army going to be disbanded? Where should the second man in the army strive to achieve meritorious service and gain promotion to a noble rank?
Chu Suiliang said lightly: "The Tang Dynasty is a country of etiquette and a kingdom of heaven. The barbarians outside the region have not been influenced by the royal religion. They are barbaric and rude and do not know the rules of ethics. We should use gentle measures to influence their hearts and appease them. How can the people impose force and act against others? ”
Yuchi Gong was so angry that his face turned as black as the bottom of a pot. Please influence your mother!
Li Daozong on the side looked disdainful and said to His Majesty Li Er: "Nowadays, Tubo is lying on the firewood and eating courage, Tuyuhun is ready to move, Xue Yantuo is eyeing it, and the barbarians outside the Great Wall regard our Tang Dynasty as a pastry and delicacy, and want to divide our Tang Dynasty and cannibalize it to strengthen their power. Hundreds of thousands The son of the Han Dynasty lay on the ice, drank in the snow, and waited for the day to come. The barbarians from one side of the border invaded and killed my people. I asked two sage disciples, Chu Suiliang and Liu Lei, to send envoys Xue Yantuo and Tuyuhun to use the royal etiquette to influence their hearts and appease their people. If they can make the barbarians understand the majesty of the Celestial Empire, they would be willing to rely on them. Inside, you deserve unprecedented feats!”
Don't sing high-key at home. Soldiers sacrificed their lives and blood to protect the country and the people and open up new territories. Why do you think they have done nothing?
Literary men are shameless!
Don't shout in this Tai Chi Palace. If you can use your mouth to convince the barbarians, we will respect you as a man! Do you dare?
(End of chapter)