The side hall became quiet, and Zhang Zhifa and others all left.

Zhu Youjian sat for a long time before speaking to Wang Chengen beside him.

"Cheng'en, let Cao Huachun come to the side hall. I have something I want to talk to you about."

Wang Chengen, Gao Qiqian and Cao Huachun were the three most trusted eunuchs by Zhu Youjian, and they were also the three eunuchs with great power. Wang Chengen was the eunuch Bingbi, Gao Qiqian was the supervisor of the army in Luoyang, and Cao Huachun was the admiral of the capital camp.

Zhu Youjian originally wanted Gao Qi to sneak into Wu Zongrui's side and become the supervisor of Denglai's new army, but this idea was reminded by Wang Chengen that it might be difficult to achieve his goal, so he gave up in the end.

When Zhu Youjian first came to the throne, he really hated the eunuchs who interfered in politics. At that time, he was always wary of the eunuch Wei Zhongxian, for fear that if he was not careful, he would be plotted by Wei Zhongxian. In the worst case, he might not be able to continue to be the emperor, and in the worst case, he might lose his life.

, so much so that after Wei Zhongxian was annihilated, he dismissed all the eunuchs and handed over the power of the court to the civil and military ministers. But later facts made Zhu Youjian feel that he was wrong. The civil and military ministers in the court fought for power and profit for themselves or themselves.

The interest groups did not consider the imperial court or him as the emperor at all.

Although the eunuchs around him may also consider their own interests and make small moves, they are absolutely loyal to him as the emperor.

This may be the biggest difference between civil and military ministers and eunuchs.

After realizing this, Zhu Youjian chose to trust the eunuchs and began to weaken the power of the ministers and increase the power of the eunuchs, especially in the army. He arranged many eunuchs to serve as military supervisors to help him, the emperor, monitor almost everyone.

's army.

Seeing Wang Chengen leaving the side hall, Zhu Youjian looked a little confused. At this moment, his mind was a little confused.

Zhu Youjian was not completely confused. He knew that what Zhang Zhifa said made some sense. However, Zhu Youjian felt that compared with the security of Liaodong and the threat of the Tatars of the Later Jin Dynasty, Wu Zongrui's situation was more dangerous.

Zhang Zhifa's reminder warned Zhu Youjian that the time was not yet ripe. If he rashly punished Wu Zongrui, it would trigger a mutiny in Denglai's new army, as well as the uprising in Liaodong and allow the Hou Jin Tatars to break through Shanhaiguan. Not only would

The capital of the Ming Dynasty is under threat, and the country of the Ming Dynasty is likely to be completely shaken.

If he had not thought of this, Zhu Youjian would not have allowed Zhang Zhifa to argue for Wu Zongrui, and would have made up his mind long ago.

...

"Your Majesty, Cao Huachun is here..."

Wang Chengen's low-pitched reminder made Zhu Youjian wake up from his deep thoughts.

"Cao Huachun, you are here. I want to know how the situation is in the capital camp."

"Your Majesty, the situation in the capital camp is very good."

Zhu Youjian's expression became serious and he looked at Cao Huachun.

"Cao Huachun, I know that the troops in various towns are eating their pay. In order to prevent this kind of situation, I sent a large number of supervisors to keep an eye on those black-hearted officers. What I didn't expect is that there are still secret reports from various places.

The situation of being paid on an empty basis makes me very angry and helpless. I feel that it is beyond my reach and it is impossible to punish all the officers. However, the Beijing camp protects the safety of the capital and the capital, and it must not be paid on an empty basis. You are the admiral of the Beijing camp.

, I don’t want to see you greedy for money, you know..."

Cao Huachun knelt down.

"Your Majesty, I will never dare to act recklessly. I am in charge of the capital camp. I am always vigilant and do not dare to slack off in the slightest..."

"Okay, I understand. You can be free. If you have any difficulties, just tell me."

Wang Chengen lowered his head, glanced at Cao Huachun with his peripheral vision, and faintly saw the sweat drops on Cao Huachun's forehead.

There is also a situation of empty pay in the Beijing camp. Wang Chengen is well aware of this. However, compared with the local armies, the situation is slightly better. In terms of the amount of money obtained, Cao Huachun is far stronger than other armies.

For those who supervise the army, the military pay and food for the Beijing camp are guaranteed, and the Ministry of Revenue will never default or withhold money. This is not necessarily the case for the troops in other towns and cities.

For example, Gao Qiqian, as the supervisor of the army that suppressed the bandits, was in charge of the distribution of money and food allocated by the court. He withheld at least 20% to 30% of the money. No matter Xiong Wencan, the governor of the five provinces, or the officers below, they dared not be angry.

Speak up and bear it silently.

Wang Chengen will not report these things to the emperor. We are all eunuchs around the emperor. If these things are exposed, Wang Chengen will not get any benefits and may even be implicated. Once the emperor does not trust all the eunuchs, Wang Chengen himself

As a member of the eunuch team, sooner or later you will get burned and suffer the consequences.

Fortunately, all the eunuchs are indeed loyal to the emperor and have absolutely no second thoughts.

Zhu Youjian looked at Wang Chengen and Cao Huachun standing in front, and spoke slowly.

"Don't reveal a single word of what I say to you. You must understand."

Wang Chengen and Cao Huachun knelt down at the same time and kowtowed continuously.

"Okay, you guys can get back on your feet. I believe in you. I'm just reminding you so that you don't make mistakes."

Wang Chengen and Cao Huachun stood up, and Zhu Youjian spoke, his voice becoming deeper.

"My Governor Ji Liao didn't know what was going on, so he said that this Yuan Chonghuan, I regarded him as a brother, gave Shang Fang the sword, and wanted to put all my trust in him, but he did something and killed him without asking for an order.

The left governor Mao Wenlong secretly sold grain and grass to the Houjin Tatars. Huang Taiji and his troops had arrived at Xizhimen. He was still at Shanhaiguan. The so-called Guan Ning cavalry only recognized Yuan Chonghuan and did not know to obey my orders. I took Yuan Chonghuan to prison.

Among them, Guan Ning's cavalry actually prepared to rebel. I just find it ridiculous. Thinking of Yuan Chonghuan's boast in front of me that Haikou would completely wipe out the Houjin Tatars within five years, I still believe in him so much..."

"I respect Mr. Sun Chengzong very much. When Mr. Sun was guarding Liaodong, I was not worried at all. In the battle of Dalinghe City, I used all the people recommended by Mr. Sun. But in the battle of Dalinghe City,

The disastrous defeat makes me sleepless. I know that the disastrous defeat in the Battle of Daling River City is not entirely the responsibility of Mr. Sun, but Mr. Sun cannot escape the blame..."

"Wu Zongrui's ability is good. The new Denglai army he built has strong combat effectiveness and can deal with the Tatars of Houjin. I should be very relieved. The court finally has a mainstay, and Liaodong can finally be stabilized. The former governor of Denglai

Sun Yuanhua is incomparable with Wu Zongrui, but I don’t know why, but I saw the shadow of Yuan Chonghuan in Wu Zongrui. The Denglai New Army under Wu Zongrui never made any demands from me, never asked for military pay or food and grass. This Denglai

The New Army is like Wu Zongrui's personal army and has nothing to do with me or the imperial court..."

Having said this, Zhu Youjian looked at Wang Chengen and Cao Huachun, who were standing neatly.

"Cheng'en, Cao Huachun, please tell me how I should treat Wu Zongrui and how I should stabilize the situation in the court..."

Zhu Youjian spoke from the bottom of his heart. He was almost desperate for the civil and military ministers in the court. He had been on the throne for twelve years and always hoped to discover talents. Unfortunately, after so many years, Zhou Yanru, Wen Tiren, Zhang Zhifa, etc. were always let down.

He is disappointed.

Yang Sichang is indeed good, but it is a pity that there are too few such people.

Wang Chengen looked at Cao Huachun and mentioned that Wang Chengen was once Cao Huachun's subordinate. He was ordered to enter Prince Xin's Mansion and follow Zhu Youjian. However, after Zhu Youjian ascended the throne, as time went by, Wang Chengen gained Zhu Youjian's complete trust.

, Cao Huachun became more distant.

Cao Huachun also looked at Wang Chengen. According to the rules, Wang Chengen was the eunuch Bingbi and the first among the eunuchs. Naturally, he should answer the questions raised by the emperor first.

Wang Chengen and Cao Huachun looked at each other and understood the meaning instantly.

"Your Majesty, I don't think you need to worry too much about Wu Zongrui. What Lord Zhang Zhifa said makes sense. Liaodong has not yet been completely stabilized. Wu Zongrui will lead Denglai's new army to resist the Houjin Tatars in Liaodong and will definitely become a thorn in Huang Taiji's side. Huang Taiji will never

If Wu Zongrui is willing to take power in Liaodong, wouldn't it be dangerous for Hou Jin and Huang Taiji? As the emperor said, let Huang Taiji and Wu Zongrui consume each other. When they both lose, it will be the time for the emperor to punish Wu Zongrui."

"As for the Denglai New Army not consuming the court's money and food, I thought it was a good thing, so I asked Wu Zongrui to find a way to maintain the expenses of the Denglai New Army, but I didn't believe it. Wu Zongrui had three heads and six arms and could raise money and food out of thin air.

Moreover, Wu Zongrui also needs to consolidate Guangning and Xipingbao cities and build Daling River City, which requires a lot of money and food."

"If Wu Zongrui could think of a good way, he would not exchange prisoners for money and food. As for whether Wu Zongrui is thinking of rebellion, I am bold. I think that Wu Zongrui does not dare to rebel. Whether it is in the court or the people, it is impossible

Support him Wu Zongrui."

"I think that the emperor can seize this opportunity and ask Mr. Yang Sichang to urge Mr. Xiong Wencan, the governor of the five provinces, to wipe out the bandits as soon as possible. As long as the bandits are completely wiped out and the internal stability is stabilized, the emperor can free up his hands to pay attention to Liaodong, Wu Zongrui, and Deng.

Lai Xinjun..."

Wang Chengen spoke very directly, which was also his habit of speaking in front of the emperor.

After Wang Chengen finished speaking, Cao Huachun pondered for a moment before speaking slowly.

"Your Majesty, I think what Mr. Wang said is reasonable. I don't have much to add. I only have one suggestion. The imperial court can send officials to Liaodong to keep an eye on Wu Zongrui's whereabouts. It can also send Jin Yiwei to Liaodong..."

After Cao Huachun finished speaking, he glanced at Wang Chengen from the corner of his eye. His eyes were a little complicated.

Zhu Youjian kept nodding, and the expression on his face softened a lot.

"A few words to wake up the dreamer. If you hadn't said it, I really couldn't understand it. Cheng'en, what you said is very good. I don't need to worry so much..."

When Cao Huachun lowered his head, Wang Chengen spoke again.

"Your Majesty, I feel that the whereabouts of Sir Zhang Pu and Sir Wu Weiye also need to be paid attention to. I do not believe that Zhang Pu and Wu Weiye impeached Wu Zongrui for the sake of the Emperor and the court..."
Chapter completed!