Chapter One Hundred and Seventy-fifth: On Rewards for Merit
At this time, Emperor Hongzhi's face seemed to be gloomy and clear.
He was full of doubts, and in this hesitation, he heard an eunuch outside say, "Your Majesty, British Duke Zhang Mao, Jinyiwei Commander Mou Bin, and Minister of War Ma Wensheng asked for a visit."
“…”
Emperor Hongzhi was stunned and seemed a little surprised.
This morning, it was too lively.
"Come in."
These three people seemed to be trying to compete for credit, and rushed in together.
Mou Bin walked the most urgently, walked in front of him, probably blocking Zhang Mao's front with his body. Zhang Mao was burly and bared his teeth immediately. Then he swept his hands suddenly. Mou Bin staggered and almost fell down. His body hit the door frame. He glared at Zhang Mao.
Zhang Mao, on the other hand, responded to him in despise.
Others are afraid of the Jinyiwei, but Zhang Mao, such a hereditary duke, is not afraid at all.
However, Ma Wensheng, who was walking at the end, wanted to squeeze in, but when he saw it, he suddenly slowed down and seemed to be very self-aware.
The three of them finally entered the hall and then gave the court a regular ceremony.
Emperor Hongzhi held his face and looked at them with deep eyes.
The three of them said almost in unison: "Congratulations to Your Majesty, congratulations to Your Majesty, the great victory in Guizhou, and the whole world celebrates together."
“…”
Emperor Hongzhi was completely stunned.
Soon, three memorials appeared in his hands.
Guizhou Commander, Guizhou General Officer, and Jinyiwei Qianhu Official.
These three people are almost unparalleled, but their reports are surprisingly consistent today.
Wherever Emperor Hongzhi stood, he even felt a little weak in his legs. Xiao Jing's eyes were sharp and he quickly supported Emperor Hongzhi.
Then a dizziness came, and Emperor Hongzhi held his forehead.
Xiao Jing was startled and said quickly: "Imperial Doctor, Imperial Doctor..."
"No need." Emperor Hongzhi shook his hand, and he couldn't smile bitterly. Although he was convinced just now, he thought that this was bound to be a loss of merit, but now... he was completely shaken.
Faking good deeds is not a new book, but is everyone making good deeds?
Looking carefully from the news of the news, almost no one takes credit for merit. Since I have not praised myself, how can I be said to be a profitable person?
Besides, so many people dare to risk beheading and tell this terrible lie?
Impossible, absolutely impossible.
The court appointed so many senior officials in Guizhou, and there was a purpose of weighing the matter. At least as far as Emperor Hongzhi knew, the relationship between the governor and the general officer was not harmonious. Last month, Wang Shi secretly impeached the general officer. As for the general officer and the commander-in-chief, there is no need to say that one was a military officer in the nominal province of Guizhou, and the other was a senior official appointed by the imperial court to Guizhou to specialize in military management. If these two people can be harmonious, that would be a ghost.
By the way, there are also Jinyiwei and the thousands of officials of Jinyiwei, who must be eager to find the governor’s fault. This is a great achievement. You must know that the Jinyiwei did not make any contribution to the great victory of the Guizhou government army. But if Jinyiwei found evidence of the victory and impeachment, it would be a real contribution. If someone wants to give up the credit, why should you cover up Wang Shi?
Emperor Hongzhi took a breath.
He finally had a bold idea.
unless……
This is true.
Only with real victory can such a situation be achieved.
The Three Thousand Mountain Camp has only been established for less than a few months, but it has achieved such a wonderful achievement...
Emperor Hongzhi was no longer dizzy, and even in this short moment, he felt that his whole body became lighter, as if all his fatigue was wiped out.
His eyes emitted light, looking different. The dragon spirit tiger suddenly got rid of Xiao Jing's support, and then paced back and forth in the warm pavilion with excitement. He murmured: "Okay, this is a great achievement, a great achievement... With this mountain camp, why worry about the rebels in the southwest cannot be cut off as soon as possible! If so...If so..."
He kept muttering, everyone's eyes moved with his figure. He suddenly realized that he was only concerned about himself: "If this is the case, why should the court mobilize so many troops to spend money and food in Guizhou and build a few more mountain camps to maintain the situation..."
Emperor Hongzhi, who was usually cautious and calm, lost his mind for a moment and rarely fell into an excited state.
No wonder he was excited. The rebellion in the southwest lasted for more than a year and caused great losses to the court. It has always been the heartbreak of Emperor Hongzhi. The most important thing is that this time the court did not win miserably, but a classic victory.
Suddenly, he paused and remembered something. Then, he suddenly looked at Liu Jian: "Liu Qing family, Fang Jifan, that boy is right!"
Liu Jian was also shocked.
He could not imagine that all the characters on the surface of Guizhou would have the reason to unite together. He spoke in unison, as His Majesty said, perhaps... the victory really existed, this is not a false report, it is the truth.
Even Liu Jian, who has always been steady, was in a state of chaos at this moment.
When Emperor Hongzhi said this to him, Liu Jian was amused and crying: "Yes, Your Majesty, Fang Jifan... is right."
Many people were confused.
Because of this matter, Emperor Hongzhi did not talk about it at all except the parties involved at that time.
The reason why I didn't mention it was because I felt that I couldn't afford to lose that person. Fang Jifan would occasionally talk nonsense and talk nonsense. However, the emperor had issued an order because of this stupid thing and asked Guizhou to try Fang Jifan's method. If this...if it was spread, wouldn't it be a joke?
Therefore, this matter has always been in the heart of Emperor Hongzhi, which is why he issued this order with the imperial edict.
But now...
After Emperor Hongzhi received Liu Jian's affirmative answer, he suddenly...he laughed: "I really couldn't imagine where this guy learned it from. I knew that he would make me admire him. This boy... this boy..."
"Send the order immediately!" Emperor Hongzhi said seriously: "I ordered Fang Jifan to meet him. I want to ask him to come to me well. I really want to know what kind of ability this guy has..."
"Your Majesty..." Li Dongyang stopped Emperor Hongzhi: "Your Majesty, no, the list has not been released yet."
Emperor Hongzhi was already smiling happily. A great victory, this is a great victory.
But... what does Li Qing's family mean? What does this have to do with the release of the results?
Emperor Hongzhi was overjoyed and obviously confused for a moment.
He glanced at Li Dongyang, paused for a moment before he realized something.
Then, he quickly walked to the imperial case and looked at the scattered answer sheet on the case. The first one was Wang Shouren's article.
Emperor Hongzhi suddenly understood.
Yes, palace examination...
Wang Shouren's strategy was well written and won my heart.
But... at this time, he put Wang Shouren's article aside, then lowered his head and searched carefully on the imperial desk. Finally, he found the answers of Ouyang Zhi and others.
Take a deep breath.
The problem now is that the results of this palace examination are no longer something you can decide.
The facts are right in front of you, and Ouyang Zhi and others' policy arguments are just examples.
At present, there is only one standard answer to the palace examination, but with so many test papers, not many people answer questions with this standard answer, only a few four people.
Taking a deep breath, he had already made up his mind.
He looked up, glanced at everyone, and then said, "Prepare to reward me according to my merits. I will never be reluctant to reward me for such great merits."
He set the tone, which made everyone feel a little expectation.
Wang Shi, the general officer, and even the middle-ranking official Yang Xiongren, were afraid that he would make a fortune this time.
At this time, the Minister of War Ma Wensheng stepped forward and said, "Please rest assured, the Ministry of War is here..."
"What does this have to do with the Ministry of War?" Emperor Hongzhi stared at Ma Wensheng. He was in a relaxed mood now, but he was less cautious in his usual manner and spoke a little straightforwardly.
Ma Wensheng was embarrassed.
After winning a battle, rewards will be rewarded according to merits. When will it not be the Ministry of War?
Emperor Hongzhi looked stern and said seriously: "For this great victory, although the officers and soldiers from all over Guizhou have rewards, they don't have to hurry up. I will first reward the person who has made the most of his achievements... Liu Qing's family, do you think?"
Many people were even more confused.
The person who made the most contribution, Wang Shi?
Yes, it is very likely that it is Wang Shi. After all, Wang Shi is the governor and is in charge of the overall situation in Guizhou.
Liu Jian smiled slightly, and he was also full of joy. With this great victory, he could breathe a sigh of relief.
He nodded and said, "Your Majesty is very much."
"So, should this be rewarded by those who have made the first contribution?" Emperor Hongzhi looked at Liu Jian.
Liu Jian pondered and said, "Your Majesty, you don't have to hurry up on merits. The palace examination is important now. I don't know how many people are looking forward to it now, waiting for the release of the imperial list."
In fact, he couldn't make up his mind. This was too great a contribution, and like the emperor, he agreed with one thing, that is, this huge contribution, at least the first contribution must have nothing to do with the people in Guizhou.
Without Fang Jifan, where did the mountain camp come from? Without mountain camps, where did the great victory come from?
The others actually just took the ride and drank some foot washing water for Fang Jifan.
This Fang Jifan...is amazing.
All the brain-dead people are like this, but they teach themselves these normal people... they feel ashamed.
Therefore, if you want to reward, you must be generous, but how to reward requires consideration.
Emperor Hongzhi calmed down a little at this time, but his face still couldn't hide his joy. He smiled slightly on his lips and said, "Since that's the case, let's release this list tomorrow. There is no need to verify it now. After the list is released tomorrow, he will order Fang Jifan to come to the palace to meet him. Yes, his father."
"I... obey the order."
Zhang Mao and others were still confused and couldn't understand. What did this have to do with Fang Jifan and the palace examination?
But obviously, no one else dared to ask too much, and could only listen quietly to the emperor's orders.
Chapter completed!