The twelfth lunar month.
The Royal Palace, in front of Qingning Palace.
Zhang Zhou entered the palace that day, and Yang Peng accompanied him to attend the completion ceremony.
"Master Zhang Xian, look at this Qingning Palace. It is much more grand than before. The newly built palace is also connected with copper pipes. It has been tested in the past two days. After the hot water is turned on, the room Warm as spring."
Yang Peng knew that he could not stay in the position of eunuch for a long time, and he would probably not be able to stay in Dongchang, so he was trying his best to fawn over Zhang Zhou.
But Zhang Zhou was very principled and refused to accept his gifts. He hinted several times that he would help Zhang Zhou meet the merchants in the city, and also said that there was no need to worry about taking their money, but Zhang Zhou still didn't. Let go.
Zhang Zhou said, "Very good."
Zhang Zhou stood in front of Qingning Palace and did not enter the palace.
He is not a palace servant, but a man outside the palace. After the palace was repaired, the real owner has not yet moved in, so wandering in by himself is obviously not a good choice.
Besides, this is not the main purpose of his entering the palace today. He will only go to Qianqing Palace to meet the emperor after the completion ceremony.
At that time, Ma Wensheng, the Minister of War, Wang Yue, the left minister of the War, and Zhang Mao, the British Duke, will all go.
He looked up at the lightning rod erected on the palace. In order to show that it was a deterrent to the gods, the upper end of the lightning rod was specially made into a dragon and phoenix pattern.
Yang Peng smiled and said, "According to what you said, the copper wires below are used to connect to the ground. They go to the shady part of the inner wall and not to the yang part."
"Yes. ”
Zhang Zhou nodded with satisfaction.
With lightning rods, it will be almost impossible to cause a fire with sky fire next time.
The imperial palace of the Ming Dynasty has been hit by fire from heaven many times over the past few hundred years. Zhang Zhou really couldn’t add lightning rods to them all in sequence. It was neither realistic nor necessary.
But since Qingning Palace was built and built under his supervision, it must be added.
Just as he was talking, the fasting ceremony over there was about to end, and it was time for the Taoist priest to leave the palace after finishing the work at hand.
"Master Zhang Xian, Eunuch Xiao is already waiting and said that you can go to Qianqing Palace."
Someone came to send a message.
Zhang Zhou then saw Xiao Jing standing not far away, still smiling at him.
Then Zhang Zhoucai went over and walked to Qianqing Palace with Xiao Jing.
"Mr. Zhang, there is something I shouldn't mention. Don't get too close to Yang Peng."
Xiao Jing obviously wanted to attack Yang Peng, but he was afraid that Zhang Zhou would only do it temporarily. If he didn't accept the gift, he might still want to use Yang Peng's relationship to make money later, so he wanted to test Zhang Zhou's tone first.
In fact, there is no need to test.
The more Zhang Zhou said that he valued Yang Peng, the more jealous Xiao Jing would be, and the fate of Yang Peng would be even worse. Now that Yang Peng is still a royal eunuch, he may be asked to guard the imperial tomb later. .
Zhang Zhou said, "Eunuch Xiao is right to remind you. Eunuch Yang is too scheming. He wants to give me gifts and pull me into trouble, but for the emperor."When handling affairs in the palace, everything should be done with self-restraint and courtesy. How could I be bewitched by him? But after this man has done something for me, I still can't just avoid the trouble. ”
Xiao Jing heard this.
You Zhang Zhou really understand the rules of the palace. This not only shows that you are unwilling to accept gifts and behave in the palace, but also shows your attitude towards others. Have you defined your relationship with Yang Peng?
Xiao Jing wanted to push Yang Peng down earlier, not because Yang Peng didn’t know how to do things, but mainly because Yang Peng was hanging around Zhang Zhou, and Xiao Jing was afraid Yang Peng led Zhang Zhou astray, and was afraid that Yang Peng would steal Xiao Jing's limelight. If Zhang Zhou turned around and mentioned to the emperor, let Yang Peng take charge of the East Factory
Xiao Jing wanted to kill something In the bud.
But when he heard Zhang Zhou's words, he seemed to understand instantly that the worry was unnecessary.
Because Zhang Zhou would not be easily corrupted by Yang Peng, and Zhang Zhou would not be easily corrupted. Zhou is very aware of Yang Peng's "danger", but only recognizes Yang Peng's ability.
"Eunuch Xiao, don't mind if there are any personnel arrangements for Eunuch Yang in the palace, I will not interfere in any way. . "Zhang Zhou reminded with a smile.
It means, you can do whatever you want with matters in the palace.
Xiao Jing smiled and said, "Since he can do things, let him help more. Mr. Zhang, Mr. Zhang is just careful. "
"Oh. "Zhang Zhou smiled and said, "I won't need him a few times. After the Qingning Palace is completed, it remains to be seen whether we will have a chance to meet him in the future. Eunuch Xiao, don't we have to leave quickly? This is getting slower and slower.
Xiao Jing finally came to his senses and said with a smile, "Sir, you are right. Let's go quickly. Don't keep His Majesty waiting." ”
Outside Qianqing Palace.
Zhang Mao, Ma Wensheng, and Wang Yue were standing there waiting. There was not a word between the three of them. The light came from the gap between them. Look, none of the three people look down on each other.
Ma Wensheng and Wang Yue are the same age, both in their 70s, and they are both in the same military and political system, but they have a deep hatred.
Zhang Mao is younger and is about to reach his sixtieth year.
The three old guys have less time to sing in one opera. If they are allowed to sing freely, they will probably be able to sing in three or four operas. Come out.
There are too many grievances between these three people.
Zhang Zhou did not come, and the emperor never summoned them. Naturally, the discussion was to be held in Er. Yue's use of troops around Xuanfu mainly involved Piantou Pass.
In the Ming Dynasty, Piantou Pass did not belong to the three sides. It was close to Datong and Xuanfu towns. It was under the control of the Governor of Xuanda, and Wang Yue was previously the general manager of Shaanxi, Yansui and other places. This means that Wang Yue was transferred from three sides to Xuanda, which involved some personnel arrangements and could not wait until February. We can't even wait until next year to discuss it.
Even if it is not public, two months in advance is already considered a rush.
The three of them have always been very curious. .
Who is the emperor still waiting for?
The three of us are the backbone of the civil service and military affairs.Just waiting here, not saying who he was waiting for
Just as he was thinking about it, Xiao Jing came with Zhang Zhou on the other side and passed by the steps.
Zhang Zhou came from the Qingning Palace and took a look down from above. This was incredible. Three old men from the Ming Dynasty were standing straight below, and he could look down at them from a high position.
The three old men also noticed his presence and looked up at him.
Ma Wensheng still doesn’t know who this is.
"Please"
Zhang Zhou was directly invited into Qianqing Palace by Xiao Jing in front of the three old men without any communication.
"Bingkuan, here we come"
Zhu Youtang was still discussing with Dai Yi the content of Zhu's approval, and he was not satisfied with the voting plan for cabinet-related affairs. When he saw Zhang Zhou Coming in, he immediately put down what he was doing.
Prepare to start discussions on the use of troops in the northwest.
Zhang Zhou saluted and said, "See you, Your Majesty."
"Why are you so polite after not seeing me for so many days? You still look good. I'd like to offer you a seat." Zhu Youtang didn't bother Zhang Zhou at all. Be an outsider.
Dai Yi hurriedly reminded, "Your Majesty, the British Duke, Ma Bu Tang and Wang Bu Tang are still waiting outside."
This is to remind the emperor that if you give him the gift now, Zhang Zhou was given a seat. When the three old men came in and saw a young man sitting there, they still had no objection.
In order for Zhang Zhou to be able to hang out in the civil service circle in the future, he should not Give him too much courtesy in front of others, otherwise something will happen easily.
Zhu Youtang said, "Go and invite the few people waiting outside."
"Yes" Xiao Jing then went out to let the three old men in.
Three pillars of the Ming Dynasty, plus Zhang Zhou, stood in the Qianqing Palace.
Zhu Youtang sat back behind the desk.
After a brief greeting between the emperor and his ministers, Zhu Youtang also pointed out the intention of today: "I want to discuss with all the ministers. In early February next year, troops will be used at Piantou Pass and other places. This matter is of great importance. , except for everyone present, no one is allowed to speak clearly to others."
Ma Wensheng listened.
The use of troops in the northwest
Let’s not talk about the scale of the use of troops.
This matter alone is really fatal. The emperor did not mention it in court or inform the cabinet, but just discussed it behind closed doors with a few of them
"Your Majesty, "No." Ma Wensheng is a traditional civil servant after all, and naturally believes that all matters should be discussed in the court.
No matter how important the matter discussed behind closed doors is, it is against the rules.
Zhu Youtang raised his hand to interrupt Ma Wensheng and said, "Ma Qing's family, I know what you are worried about, but the use of troops in the northwest is all because of Bingkuan, who previously predicted the disaster in Qingning Palace. , and the people who suffered the Henan earthquake. He predicted that in February of next year, the Tatars would plunder our Daming Piantou Pass and other places, so as to take early precautions and not to alert the snake."
Ma Wensheng couldn't help but look sideways. Take a look at Zhang Zhou.
The emperor did not mention thisFortunately, I mentioned it
Ma Wensheng felt that the situation was serious.
For things like fires and earthquakes, it’s okay to listen to an alchemist. Now even when we use troops in the northwest, we have to listen to an alchemist. Is this going to bring disaster to the country and the people?
That guy named Zhang Zhou I really dare to mention it, and the emperor really dares to believe it
Wang Yue saw that Ma Wensheng was already a little angry, and couldn't help but remind him, "Negative map, in fact, your Majesty's intention is to have the Piantou Pass and other places be on guard. If Tatar If Tao really intends to invade, we cannot allow him to take advantage of him, but if he does not come but only strengthens preparations for war, there is nothing wrong with it. I would rather believe it."
Ma Wensheng did not want to pay attention to Wang Yue.
How much you, Wang Shichang, flatter the emperor and the powerful, don’t think others know
A sorcerer, just a young man, will not be considered an expert in your eyes.
Don’t others know that you want to take this opportunity to regain your title?
Ma Wensheng said sternly, “Your Majesty, the military and political affairs in the northwest should be discussed in a long-term manner, regardless of whether Di Yi has violated the border. If you have any intention, you should show the Ming Dynasty's tight defense posture and make them retreat instead of inviting them to attack. Your Majesty made it clear in the court and told the world, so that Di Yi will have some scruples."
Wang Yue heard Ma Wensheng's disdain for him, and he said coldly, "Making it public will be tantamount to frightening the enemy. If the Tatars don't attack the Piantou Pass and attack elsewhere, if they attack the weak defense, I'm afraid that life will be ruined."
"You"
Ma Wensheng glared at Wang Yue.
Dai Yi hurriedly came out to make peace and said, "Both of you are our loyal ministers of the Ming Dynasty. Why argue? They are all for the stability of the north of the Ming Dynasty and the country of the Ming Dynasty."
Besides Zhang Mao was snickering.
He felt so happy when he saw the two senior civil servants biting each other there.
You usually like to suppress Wu Xun when you have nothing to do. Now there is a dispute among you about whether to send troops.
It depends on who the emperor listens to. Anyway, he doesn’t listen to you two. , Zhang Gongsheng next to him hasn’t spoken yet, that’s my grandson’s husband, even though he’s temporary
Zhu Youtang obviously didn’t like to see the quarrel between Ma Wensheng and Wang Yue, he looked solemn. Se said, "I can understand the mood of both of you. Looking at the situation in the northwest now, I think Zhang Bingkuan is not innocent."
Ma Wensheng glared at Zhang Zhou and retorted, "Your Majesty, when will the Ming Dynasty be in the northwest?" To use the army, you have to listen to the younger generation."
Zhang Zhou smiled and said, "Ma Shangshu, listen to Eunuch Dai, be patient and don't be impatient. I didn't say that the Tatars will definitely come."
"What? ”
This time not only Ma Wensheng was surprised, but even the emperor, Wang Yue and others felt that Zhang Zhou was playing with fire.
I listened to you and thought that the Tatars were going to attack the border in February next year. They were discussing a military operation, but you actually said that you might not come
Zhang Zhou said, "I am going to do this." As you know, there is an annexation war going on in the grassland now. The little Mongolian prince Batu Mengke is called Dayan Khan.In recent years, they have attempted to annex various tribes in the grasslands, which has severely limited the living space between the tribes. "
Ma Wensheng said nothing.
What Zhang Zhou said is not a secret.
It would not be surprising if the emperor told him.
“This time, it will not be Dayan Khan’s people, but the troops of the Mongolian right wing. In the coming year, Dayan Khan will take the opportunity to annex the Mongolian right wing. By then, the situation in the grassland will be even worse. "The clouds are turbulent and treacherous," Zhang Zhou said.
"You"
Ma Wensheng didn't know what to say this time.
He said this was the way of making alchemists to measure the sky. Zhang Zhou also analyzed the situation in the grassland.
Dayan Khan's next step was to annex the Mongolian right wing. Many senior members of the Ministry of War discussed it together, but no one gave an accurate answer because no one knew about Dayan Khan. What is the next goal?
Now Zhang Zhou can tell the results that the Ministry of War has not calculated, and he can say it with a nose and eyes.
But this is not nonsense<. /p>
Dai Yi asked, "Mr. Zhang, since you have said it, this Di Yi is about to invade our border, why is no one sure?"
Zhang Zhoudao, "I am only good at calculating some heavenly secrets. Not good at measuring worldly affairs. The area covered by the Mongolian right wing is not limited to Piantouguan. If they really want to prepare for war in a big way, the Tatars may not come, but the battle between the Mongolian right wing and the Dayan Khan tribe will happen next year. Will get up. "
"In the past year, due to the wars in Shaanxi, Guyuan, Hetao and other places, as well as Wang Shilang's battle in Helan Mountain, the Tatars' vitality has been seriously damaged, and the horse market in the northwest has basically stagnated. It is said that Ba Tu Mengke has repeatedly petitioned for the reopening of Xuanda and other horse markets, which also shows that the grassland tribes are actively preparing for war. What we are preparing for is not a battle with our Ming Dynasty, but a battle within the Ming Dynasty for the grassland."
Ma Wensheng was very angry, but after listening to Zhang Zhou's words, it still aroused some thoughts in him.
The most intuitive thoughts in his mind
Where did this kid know this?
For Zhang Zhou, this is just something that has happened in history. Dayan Khan annexed The Mongolian right wing was in the thirteenth year of Hongzhi, and the honeymoon period between the Ming Dynasty and the grassland after Tumubao ended in the thirteenth year of Hongzhi after the Ming Dynasty sent troops to Ordos. Border trade was completely cut off, until the Jiajing period, Ma Shi It has just been reopened.
For people in this era, the future is still uncertain.
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