The government is in charge!

Tokugawa Iemo nodded:

"This is a new official position that I am preparing to establish in order to stabilize the situation in Gyeonggi."

"Responsible for maintaining public security in the Gyeonggi area. He is located above the Kyoto Chief and Osaka Castle, and is at the same level as the Kyoto Guardian."

Kyoto Guardianship: This is the position currently held by the Lord of the Aizu Domain, Matsudaira Yoho, who is responsible for commanding and monitoring the Kyoto Prefecture, Osaka Castle, and Kinkuni Daimyo. In addition, he is responsible for maintaining law and order in Kyoto.

"Although the title has the word 'Gyeonggi' on it, Otsu, Nara, Osaka and other places do not need protection at all. The only place that really needs strict management is Kyoto."

"My original intention in setting up this position is to reduce the burden of peace and security."

"Therefore, I will adjust the specific functions of the Guardianship of Kyoto."

"Yōho Matsudaira will continue to be responsible for commanding and monitoring the Kyoto governor, Osaka castle, and Kinkuni daimyo, but will no longer intervene in the security operations of Kyoto municipalities."

"He will have full authority to guard the Imperial Palace and the residence of the ministers, and monitor the movements of the Choshu Domain and Satsuma Domain."

[Note: Imperial Palace: The location of the political and administrative center during the Heian Period (794-1192). Since the Heian Period, it has been the residence of successive emperors]

"The governor of Gyeonggi Province is only responsible for maintaining public order in Kyoto towns, clearing all lawless villains from the streets, and monitoring the execution of the party."

Speaking of this, Tokugawa Iemo paused, seemingly leaving Aonto a chance to digest and buffer.

Qingdeng pursed his lips, thinking.

The right hand holding the chess piece was frozen in mid-air, and he still didn't put it down.

About half a minute later, he spoke slowly:

"Lord General..."

"Mr. Ju, there is no need to be restrained."

Tokugawa Iemo interrupted.

"There are only you and me here. Just call me 'Jia Mao' like my mother. That way we can feel more relaxed."

For some unknown reason, Tokugawa Iemoji emphasized his tone when he mentioned the word "Mother".

Aoto, who didn't notice the change in Tokugawa Iemo's tone, nodded, and then changed his words:

"Well, Iemo, please forgive me - whether it's recruiting troops or using them, we all need the same thing."

Qingden made a "money" gesture.

"Although I have never been in charge of the shogunate's finances, I still have a good idea of ​​how desolate the shogunate's treasury is now."

"With the current financial resources of the shogunate, is it really possible to build a new combat force that can fight well?"

As soon as Aoto finished speaking, Tokugawa Iemo smiled bitterly.

"Well, you're absolutely right."

"The current financial situation of the shogunate is indeed not ideal."

“There are so many places that need money, and there are holes everywhere that cannot be filled no matter how hard you try.”

"Therefore... I am ashamed to say that the start-up capital that I can hand over to the governor of Gyeonggi Town is not too much."

Qingden asked bluntly:

"How much exactly is it?"

"3000 taels of gold."

The word "Chuan" suddenly appeared between Qingdeng's eyebrows.

"3,000 taels of gold...this number is too embarrassing."

Qingdeng was not the kind of idiot scholar who only knew how to talk about war on paper and knew nothing about military affairs.

He was once a member of the military system (Huofu Thieves Kai), and had both led soldiers and fought in battles.

Qingden learned many things during his expedition to Kai.

Not only was I exposed to the entire process of an army from mobilization to departure for the first time and what needs to be paid attention to, but I also had a preliminary understanding of the logistics system and supply capabilities of the Edo period.

Therefore, Qingdeng knew quite well what kind of effect it would have if this mere 3,000 taels of gold were thrown into this bottomless pit called "military".

It's probably the same as throwing a pebble into the sea - a "pop" sound, and then dust returns to dust, dust returns to dust...

"After deducting the military pay, food and clothing expenses and the cost of purchasing equipment, and then deducting the reserve funds that must be set aside for pensions... with such a small amount of money, we can only train an elite force of 1,200 people."

"A mere 1,200 troops...not to mention protecting the capital, monitoring the law and punishing the party, just maintaining law and order in Kyoto is enough."

"Moreover, with such a small amount of money, we can forget about muskets and artillery. We can only use primitive swords and guns to fight the enemy."

Aoto was about to continue speaking, but was interrupted by Tokugawa Iemo with a wry smile on his face:

"I know, I know. Tachibana-kun, I know all the difficulties you mentioned."

"If possible, I would also like to send more funds to the governor of Gyeonggi Province."

"However... the emptied treasury of the shogunate will not be filled immediately by my will."

"I also know that it is impossible to build a decent army with only 3,000 taels of gold."

"so……"

Tokugawa Iemo suddenly changed the subject and suddenly put on an intriguing smile.

"I will bring some small convenience to the capital city."

As he spoke, he sat up straight and made a serious face.

At this moment, his body exuded the majestic aura of General Zhengyi!

"I will grant the envoy of Gyeonggi Town the power to open the government and govern affairs!"

"The envoy of the Gyeonggi Town Fufu can open a 'Gyeonggi Town Fufu' in Kyoto. He can recruit troops independently, collect and dispatch military supplies on his own, but he cannot misappropriate the financial funds and treasury reserves of the Gyeonggi Town and other regions."

"The supplies and military strength of the Zhenfufu are all decided by the Zhenfu envoy from Gyeonggi, and the shogunate has no responsibility."

"The governor of the capital city is not controlled by anyone or any force. He is only responsible to the general who conquered the barbarians...that is, he is only responsible to me!"

Every time Tokugawa Iemo said a word, Qingto's eyes widened.

When the other party finished speaking, his expression was dominated by intense shock.

Anyone who is familiar with history... No! There is no need to be familiar with history! Anyone with a little common sense knows how terrifying these "conveniences" granted by Tokugawa Iemo are!

Opening a government office to govern affairs—that is, establishing a government office, appointing staff, and having an independent "small government."

It can independently recruit troops, collect and dispatch military supplies on its own - that is, it has independent military and financial power.

He is only responsible to Tokugawa Iemo - that is to say, he has a great degree of freedom. Except for Tokugawa Iemo, no one can dictate Aonto's style, behavior and means of behavior.

This is no longer the governor of Zhenfu, but the governor of the Tang Dynasty, right?!

Tokugawa Iemo's horrifying speech was like a machine gun bullet, hitting Qingto's brain to the point where it almost shut down. It took a while before he gradually regained his composure.

As his mood calmed down, his thoughts returned to a responsive speed.

Although the power of the governor of Gyeonggi Province was frightening, it was still somewhat different from that of the Jiedushi of the Tang Dynasty.

The Jiedushi of the Tang Dynasty integrated military, civilian and financial administration into one body, and was the unshakable and uncrowned emperor within his own territory.

On the other hand, the Gyeonggi Town Governor newly established by Tokugawa Iemo had only military and financial power and could not interfere in the political affairs of the Gyeonggi region.

Moreover, its financial power is also "incomplete" and cannot directly use the tax revenue and treasury reserves of the Gyeonggi region.

In other words, you must find other ways to expand your income.

However, even so, the power of the governor of Gyeonggi Town is already great enough.

Especially for the Edo shogunate, which liked to disperse the power of officials through various means such as redundant officials and redundant personnel, the power of this position was really unimaginable.

"...Jiamo, there's something I don't understand."

"Please tell me."

Tokugawa Iemo made a "please" gesture.

"As smart as you are, it's impossible not to know that granting someone such great power can easily lead to disastrous consequences."

"Even if there are equal-level guardians of Kyoto to restrain the governor of Gyeonggi Town, the energy possessed by the latter is still large enough to pose a serious threat to the rule of the Tokugawa family."

Qingdeng narrowed his eyes, staring closely at the face of the young man in front of him as if he wanted to see through it.

"Aren't you afraid that I will monopolize power and separatist power, and end up doing the same thing as before?"

The old events of Sekigahara - namely, the "Battle of Sekigahara" more than 200 years ago.

Tokugawa Ieyasu, who was originally a minister of the Toyotomi clan, only two years after the death of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, he personally led his Kanto disciples and the daimyo from various places who supported him to eliminate the pro-Toyotomi Western Army in the Sekigahara area, thus laying the foundation for "Germany".

Sichuan Tianxia".

Facing Aoto's piercing gaze, Tokugawa Iemo lowered his eyelids, hiding his eyes that were shining with strange eyes.

"Jijun, you don't need to worry about this."

"The reason why I want to make such an arrangement is because of my deep intentions."
To be continued...