Chapter 1765 The Renzi Scroll is completed
"Cun Zhigong, the student just said, what are the weaknesses of Jiangnan? In a nutshell, there are internal conflicts, factional disputes, and divergent interests. Under such circumstances, water transportation may be interrupted, but what about sea transportation? How can Jiangnan cut off the blockade when shipping is endless? The naval fleet is firmly in the hands of the imperial court. Even though it cannot enter the Yangtze River and the canal, it can sail unimpeded on the sea. How can the Jiangnan gentry do it for a prince who lacks righteousness? United by the call, how can those businessmen give up their own interests for an illusory pseudo-dynasty?"
Feng Ziying seemed very calm and indifferent, "The advantage of the imperial court is self-evident. As long as it persists for a short period of time and the trade routes between Jiangnan and Huguang are endless, it will be invincible. Victory will only come sooner or later."
Gao Panlong was obviously not satisfied with this, and further asked: "How long do you mean by persisting in the near future? And does Ziying ever know about the current difficulties of the court?"
Feng Ziying said categorically: "In the near future, that is, until the spring and summer of next year, the current difficulties of the court are nothing more than the problem of raising money and food, but students believe that the court has countermeasures, and Haitong Bank is also willing to provide loan support to the court, and Haitong Bank Even a lot of the capital of the village comes from the south of the Yangtze River. Mr. Cun, how can the imperial court not win?"
Gao Panlong stroked his beard and nodded silently. What this guy said did make some sense, and he also knew a lot about the disadvantages of Jiangnan.
The biggest problem for the court is money and food, but if the sea transportation is continuous, food will not be a problem, because Gao Panlong is very clear about the virtue and influence of the merchants in Jiangnan.
Songjiang and Ningbo are both important maritime trade ports, and the Changhangjia area near Suhu is a land of plenty. Even though the main grain production area has now shifted to Huguang, as long as the price is high enough, where can't we squeeze out grain? No matter how difficult it is, we can still use the dense water network in the south of the Yangtze River to easily transport grain from Jiangxi and Huguang.
In order to make enough profits, these businessmen definitely dare to transport food to the north, not to mention areas like Zhangzhou and Quanzhou where the control of the puppet government is weak, and even areas like Guangdong and Guangxi can transport food, but the cost is just higher.
No wonder this guy is confident. The Denglai Navy, Fujian Navy and Guangdong Navy are all under the control of the imperial court, especially the Fujian Navy. As long as the puppet government cannot control it, the entire southeastern coast will be almost unimpeded.
"In a word, the imperial court's military advantage will never be matched by the puppet dynasty. This cannot be reversed in a short period of time. As long as the situation in Shandong is resolved next spring and summer, it will be the end of the puppet dynasty." Feng Ziying It is said with certainty, "At the end of next year, or at the latest the year after tomorrow, that is, in the eleventh year of Yonglong, the puppet dynasty will surely be destroyed."
Gao Panlong nodded with satisfaction. This prediction was also in line with his expectations. To say that the battle can be resolved next year is too little to take the Xuanfu Army, Denglai Army and Jiangnan seriously. But if it can persist for three to five years, Gao Panlong Long also felt that it was impossible, and the court could not sustain the war for three to five years. This was not the time when the court had surplus during the Yuanxi period.
"But what the students are referring to is that under normal circumstances, the court situation must be stable, the situation in the North, especially in Gyeonggi Province, cannot be too bad, and the border towns must be able to withstand the enemy." Feng Ziying added, this Only then did he get to the topic of why he came to see Gao Panlong today.
"Oh?" Gao Panlong hesitated for a moment, and then asked: "Ziying, you gave me a suffix. What does it mean that the situation in the court is stable? What does it mean that the situation in Beijing and the capital is not bad? Border towns defend the enemy. Do you want to be stable?"
"Cun Zhigong, to sum it up, if we can't have internal chaos, then we can expect victory. But if we have internal chaos, then the army will march south and lose the rear area, can we still win the war?" Feng Ziying explained very matter-of-factly: " The stable situation of the imperial court means that the cabinet and the seven-ministerial procuratorate remain stable. Then the regions in the Great Zhou Dynasty, except for the areas controlled by the puppet dynasty, can recognize the imperial court's authority and avoid any dissent. The North and the capital are the foundation and rear area of the imperial court. Major turbulence, riots, and popular uprisings cannot occur, especially when faced with severe drought and the impact of refugees; if the border towns can defend the enemy, it will be easier. The threat of attacks by the Mongols and Jurchens must be limited to the border areas. Not being able to enter the hinterland like last year is the default bottom line for students."
Gao Panlong carefully chewed on the meaning of Feng Ziying's three prerequisites.
He found that the three prerequisites mentioned by Feng Ziying were indeed very meaningful. If these three points were not achieved, the Southern Expedition would probably be greatly affected.
The first one is easy to say. As far as he is concerned, the problem is not big. Even if Li Tingji withdraws from the cabinet due to health reasons, Ye Fangqi and Li still have formed a relatively stable political balance. As for supervising the country, it is just a decoration. , and no one would regard it as a link.
The second item is a little trickier.
In addition, the Gyeonggi side may also be impacted by the refugees from the Taiyuan side of Datong, Shanxi Province during the reconstruction process. In addition, the local disaster victims should not be underestimated.
It is impossible to judge the third one, because the threat of foreign enemies in border towns exists every year. It is very likely that these foreign enemies will take advantage of the situation and rob them. It depends on the performance of Liaodong, Ji Town, and Datong towns.
“Ziying, do you think there’s anything wrong with these items?”
"The first and third items are not a big problem. In other words, the third item mainly depends on the border town itself. It is difficult for the court to provide more support now. After all, our first task is the southern expedition, but the second item, I am afraid it is The key." Feng Ziying pondered and said: "The people of Shanxi and Shaanxi are wild and wild. Affected by the drought, it is difficult for the people to survive. It is very likely to form a large-scale refugee population. And the White Lotus Sect is at work, and even the capital is likely to be affected. Tianfu is an example. The drought is still severe, and it has been discovered that the White Lotus Sect is spreading in surrounding states and counties. If they infiltrate into the refugees to expand their influence and compete with the government for influence and control, it may evolve into an unpredictable situation. , this is students’ biggest worry.”
Gao Panlongpin was impressed, but he also admitted that Feng Ziying's worries were not unfounded, because he also learned from various channels how great the threat would be if the refugees and the White Lotus Sect were combined.
“Ziying, if you need my support for anything, as long as it doesn’t violate the rules and regulations of the court, just say it.”
Refreshing and straightforward, Feng Ziying was also relieved. Although this person is arrogant, he can clearly distinguish the priorities of the situation. He is a sensible person. No wonder he can be the Minister of the Ministry of Personnel.
"Mr. Cun, currently two magistrates of the prefectures and counties under the jurisdiction of Shuntian Prefecture have resigned. It is said that they went south to defect to the puppet government, leaving vacancies. In addition, it has been almost a year since the students came to Shuntian Prefecture, and they have visited all the prefectures and counties. I also know about this matter, but to be honest, the progress of affairs in many states and counties is slow, and many local officials have many ways to make money. We should discuss this matter during the end-of-year assessment, but in these extraordinary times, students feel that even if it drags on for ten days and a half, it is unbearable, and it may cause irreparable losses..."
Gao Panlong finally understood Feng Ziying's intention of coming to him this time. This guy's intention in the cabinet is to wait for Wu Daonan to leave and let him handle government affairs. He feels that it is difficult to control the situation below and wants to find a suitable candidate.
Gao Panlong would not consider it in other places, or at other times, but Shuntian Prefecture is different. There are more than 20 prefectures and counties, and as Feng Ziying said, they are indeed facing the current special situation. The other party's It is understandable to be worried and consider this.
After pondering for a moment, Gao Panlong nodded: "Shuntian Mansion is no better than other places. Your worries are not unreasonable. Do you have any suitable candidates to recommend to the Ministry of Personnel?"
Feng Ziying stood up and bowed politely, "This recommendation is purely out of public conscience and has no other intentions. He Fengsheng, Fan Jingwen and Wu Yan who are currently in the Ministry of Husbandry, Rites and Punishments are students of the same year, and the students recommend the three of them." We understand each other relatively well, so I hope that the three of them can be sent to serve..."
Gao Panlong was shocked. It was rare to go from Qibu to Zhouxian County. Even in Ji County, many Qibu officials were unwilling unless there was an exceptional promotion. But if Feng Ziying was in the same year, he was a Jinshi in the fifth year of Yonglong. The Bianzhou County under Shuntian Prefecture can't even be regarded as an exceptional promotion, it can only be regarded as a transfer. Are these people willing to do it?
“Ziying, have you asked the three of them for their opinions?”
"Of course I asked, Mr. Cun. I also confessed to the three of them that the current situation in Shuntian Mansion is not optimistic. At the same time, I also said that although working in the court was peaceful and we had no worries about food and clothing, it lacked challenges and hardships. It was certainly hard work down there. , but it can greatly improve their own abilities and be of great benefit to their future development. The three of them were persuaded by the students and were willing to go down and do a career..."
Gao Panlong was slightly moved. It is rare to see people with such ambitions. The current Jinshi are all willing to stay together in the court, and no one wants to go downstairs. Feng Ziying can convince three people in one breath. Of course, three people have The lofty ambition also shows Feng Ziying's ability.
"Ziying, I agree to this." Gao Panlong nodded, "When I get down, I will tell the Department of Literature and Selection to give priority to the personnel arrangements of Shuntian Mansion. Others who are not qualified as you said will need to be handled by the Procuratorate. There is a saying that the decision cannot be made solely by the Ministry of Officials, as this is against the rules."
Feng Ziying quickly handed over her hands and thanked her, "Don't worry, all matters will be carried out in accordance with the court regulations. Students will never dare to act willfully."
Gao Panlong was very satisfied. People said that Feng Ziying was arrogant and not easy to deal with. However, when he came into contact with him, he felt that this person knew the rules. Of course, there might be some people who didn't like him very much, and it would be difficult for him to respect him. Young It is inevitable for people to have some talents and abilities.
(End of this chapter)