Chapter 2336 The strange situation of the Guizi Scroll is self-evident
Feng Ziying really hasn’t seriously thought about how she will go in the future and which step will be the end.
Previously, I just subconsciously felt that since I had become famous through the imperial examinations, I had teachers to support me, my classmates to help me, and the elders of the village to support me, my career as a civil servant would be smooth and smooth, and I would be the chosen one.
Coupled with the fact that the Feng family has a solid military background, the Feng and Duan families have rich connections in Datong and the military, and my father has also laid a solid foundation for himself. This is the path to success from both sides.
But now that I think about it carefully, it seems that it is not that simple.
The current Zhou Dynasty is not quite the same as that of the previous Ming Dynasty.
Although the military is controlled by civil servants in name, it is different from the late Ming Dynasty when civil servants and governors were in charge of the military, and the military officers had no room for resistance. It is also different from the Southern Ming Dynasty when military generals were domineering and superior to civil servants. Now, although the generals of the Zhou Dynasty are under the control of civil servants, Moderate, but still have considerable autonomy.
For example, when he supervises Liaodong, he only determines the general direction and has the power to decide on personnel matters. The actual specific methods of fighting and changes on the spot must be determined by the generals themselves.
Even in terms of the status of governor, the former Ming Dynasty was all civil servants, but in the Zhou Dynasty, military generals also had the opportunity to serve as governors, so there was still some difference.
In other words, today's warriors still have considerable status and power, even if they are still restricted by civil servants. However, as the current cabinet further strengthens the power of civil servants to govern the government, and even deliberately suppresses imperial power, will the power of warriors be further restricted or restricted? It is hard to say whether it will increase as the situation on the northern border deteriorates or the White Lotus Rebellion breaks out.
It seems that she can only continue to follow the path of civil servants, but Feng Ziying knows one thing. If you want to be a powerful minister who orders and prohibits people to act according to his own intentions, without the support of strong and stable military power, the building on the beach may collapse at any time. .
At present, the court’s control over the army is mainly reflected in two aspects, one is traditional institutional habits, and the other is logistical support. What changes will happen in the future? Feng Ziying is not sure, but he is certain that if there are enough generals in the army who support and are loyal to him, it will be much easier for him to act according to his own intentions after becoming the chief auxiliary.
That's why he intentionally or unintentionally planned his deployment in the army from the beginning, including supporting his father's connections and influence in the army.
But Feng Ziying will not give up on the civil servant side. If he wants to promote reforms according to his own intentions, it will be even more impossible without the support and help of a large group of like-minded people who accept his own views.
Both of these will be a long-term process, and Feng Ziying does not expect to achieve them in three to five years.
Now Feng Ziying also has a general idea in her mind. Her goal in the future is to become a powerful minister like Cao Cao and Sima Yi. Of course, if she really reaches the scene like Chenqiaoyi, she will have to wear a yellow robe, which does not seem to be unacceptable.
How to achieve this goal requires a thorough and careful plan. Feng Ziying knows this and needs to think carefully about the plan.
But no matter what, it is essential to cultivate one's own power in the army, in the court, and in the local area.
"Uncle Zuo, I understand my father's worries. As for what to do, I know what to do."
Feng Ziying gave Feng Zuo a somewhat vague answer, but he could only give this answer.
I am just the right minister of the Ministry of War. Even though the imperial court has given me the important task of rectifying the military power in Beijing, I am not allowed to control it alone. Not only myself, not even Zhang Huaichang can make the decision on major personnel power, and it must be reported to the cabinet for approval.
Of course there is a lot of room for maneuver here, and Feng Ziying will also consider it.
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“Chen Yejun has returned to Beijing?” Feng Ziying only got the news when Liu Xianglian came to visit.
"Well, he should have returned to Beijing half a month ago, a few days later than you came back from Liaodong." Liu Xianglian took a sip of tea and nodded slightly: "I saw that he was with Wei Ruolan."
I followed Feng Ziying on a trip to Shaanxi, but after arriving in Shaanxi, I didn’t follow Feng Ziying anymore, but went straight to his trip to Kongtong.
At that time, Liu Xianglian wanted to follow him on a trip to Shaanxi, and Feng Ziying was also very happy.
I originally hoped that he could follow me to protect me, but I thought that Third Sister You was always by my side. Although the two had never known each other in this life, the two were entangled in the book "A Dream of Red Mansions", and in the end, Third Sister You still... He committed suicide because of his love, no matter what, he felt disgusted.
So Liu Xianglian wanted to go to Kongtong by herself, and Feng Ziying did not stop her. Anyway, Li Guibao and the others were there to protect her along the way, so there was no danger.
But in terms of appearance, the description in the book "A Dream of Red Mansions" is true. He is truly handsome, handsome, suave and charming. The only regret is that the feminine aura is a little stronger. Feng Ziying is probably only Wei Ruolan who can do it. However, this kind of soft and charming atmosphere is more popular in the aesthetics of many people in the world. People like Jia Baoyu, Shui Rong, and Jia Lian particularly admire this kind of appearance and temperament.
Feng Ziying didn't pay much attention to this, and Liu Xianglian still had no intention of getting married. After all, the two families were family friends. Feng Ziying also asked him if he wanted to find a match for him, but Liu Xianglian always refused to agree. Feng Ziying I can only give up.
However, it is inconsistent with the close relationship between Liu Xianglian and Jia Baoyu written in the book "A Dream of Red Mansions". In this life, Liu Xianglian is closer to herself, but her relationship with Jia Baoyu is general, although Jia Baoyu has always admired Liu Xianglian's free and unrestrained style. , especially Liu Xianglian’s exquisite performance in the role, made Jia Baoyu mesmerized.
"With Ruolan? What about Ziqi?" Feng Ziying knew that Chen Yejun, Wei Ruolan, and Han Qi plus herself were an unbeatable foursome when they were studying in the Imperial College, but the one with the closest relationship was Chen Yejun, Wei Ruolan, and Han Qi. Yejun, Wei Ruolan and Han Qi joined later, so they are slightly inferior.
"I didn't see Zi Qi." Liu Xianglian shook her head, "The two of them came to the Daguan Tower to listen to the opera. There seemed to be two other people I didn't recognize. Jia Qiang was also there. I guess Jia Qiang should recognize him..."
Chen Jixian is currently holding heavy troops in Yangzhou and is staying put. Feng Ziying thinks that this guy must have some plans with Nanjing, or he is worried that the imperial court will be overrun and wants to find an opportunity to separate the country. Feng Ziying even suspects that Chen Jixian and his father have some secret collusion. , reached some kind of tacit understanding.
Now that Chen Jixian has sent his son back to Beijing to contact Wei Ruolan, is he simply restoring the old friendship, or does he have other motives? Who are the other two people?
If Chen Jixian now crosses the river south and takes control of Nanjing, what will be the result?
Prince Yoshitaka has lost his foundation, what qualifications do he have to negotiate with the imperial court? The situation immediately became clear, it was Emperor Yonglong and his princes who should benefit.
Prince Yizhong has no chance to succeed to the throne, and the throne will definitely fall to King Shou, King Fu, King Li, King Lu and King Gong, among whom King Lu has the greatest hope.
Feng Ziying has never believed that the imperial court had no influence on Chen Jixian.
Chen Jixian's reasons for not going south are a bit far-fetched no matter how many reasons he gives. Worrying about Nanjing's navy is pure bullshit.
Nanjing's hastily assembled navy was not worth mentioning at all. Feng Ziying could even ask Denglai Navy to send troops from the Yangtze River Estuary to assist.
As for fear of destroying Jiangnan, or causing public anger and resistance in Jiangnan, that is even more of a joke. Is this something you, Chen Jixian, a Huaiyang general, should consider?
As a warrior, as long as the imperial court gives the order, shouldn't you immediately go south like a wolf and a tiger to invade the fertile land in the south of the Yangtze River?
Even if there is no order from the court, you should not wait to create opportunities and take the initiative to go south. Which warrior is not eager for war? Especially in this kind of war where you can obviously make a lot of money.
Feng Ziying also checked the orders from the Ministry of War to Huaiyang Town, and chose the opportunity to go south while ensuring the livelihood of the people in Jiangnan.
What kind of **** order is this?
This is a good order, but if you give such an order to a warrior, will the warrior listen?
But what is even more bizarre is that Chen Jixian actually carried out the plan to the letter, and even went too far. He simply did not go south to avoid affecting the people's livelihood in Jiangnan.
There seem to be a hundred reasons that can be found. For example, what if the Jiangnan gentry makes a noise? What if Jiangnan merchants go on strike? What if the Jiangnan local guards resisted?
Then if Jiangnan is beaten to pieces, what if the court wants to hold Chen Jixian accountable?
These reasons made Feng Ziying want to spit on Chen Jixian.
In short, the attitude of the imperial court was weird, the attitude of Chen Jixian was weird, and the attitude of the Nanjing puppet government was equally weird. All three aspects were weird, so dad's Northwest Army, which was bent on fighting across the Yangtze River, was left lukewarm.
It’s no wonder that Dad felt something was wrong and wanted to think about the situation for himself.
Judging from the current situation, the imperial court will most likely elect Prince Yohitada to the throne. This should be done when conditions are more conducive to the cabinet and the imperial court. Controlling the military power in Beijing should be a means of protection. In addition, the cabinet and Prince Yohitada should Some secret contract conditions are being negotiated or about to be reached.
In order to ensure that his lineage succeeds to the throne, Prince Yi Zhong may also give in on many issues. After all, the situation is not good for him now. If the imperial court really attacks the Yangtze River, then he will beat everyone to death and destroy his clan. .
From the perspective of the court, it can not only provide the cabinet with more favorable conditions for the imperial power, but also prevent Jiangnan from suffering military disasters, and let the hen that lays golden eggs in Jiangnan return to its embrace flawlessly. This should be the best of both worlds.
Feng Ziying is really curious about what clauses will be used to restrain the imperial power, and what other means of checks and balances and guarantees are there. After all, some of these cannot be seen in the light.
(End of this chapter)