But the decision will be made later.
If the ministers want to object, they should think carefully.
Moreover, there will be many opportunities to build prestige in the future, not just in one or two days.
"Teacher, are you going to oppose His Majesty again?" At this time, Song Gongwen pondered for a moment and continued, "I heard that because of the success of my pilot project, some ministers and people have begun to secretly discuss you, Teacher."
"Teacher, you are old and no longer have the courage of the previous emperor. You are only conservative."
He was indeed always away.
But this kind of news can still be received.
It should be noted that before this, the teacher's prestige in the court was almost unparalleled.
Under this circumstance, no matter whether the Wei Dynasty is strong or not, the teacher will definitely be given a very high evaluation in history.
But once the issue of dividing the land tax into land taxes is over, it will be hard to say.
"Ha ha."
At this moment, Zhang Zhengming suddenly laughed and continued, "Do you think this kind of discussion just came out of thin air?"
After hearing this, Song Gongwen couldn't help but widen his eyes, somewhat incredulous.
He was so smart that he naturally understood the meaning of this sentence.
That is to say.
This is why the court officials and the people were talking like this.
It was completely spread through self-slander.
"Teacher, you..." Song Gongwen had a little sadness on his face. He wanted to speak but didn't know how to start.
"I know what you want to say, but haven't we already planned this? This is necessary to establish His Majesty's prestige." Zhang Zhengming didn't care and continued, "Not only that, but at the subsequent imperial conference, you will also have to stand against me."
"Just like how Your Majesty agreed to the land tax system, I opposed it, and then you stood by Your Majesty and refuted me."
"Don't worry. Only by standing on my shoulders can Your Majesty achieve great things as soon as possible."
"Besides, if I go down, won't you still be there?"
Upon hearing this, Song Gongwen's heart trembled slightly.
He knows.
The teacher said this to pave the way for himself.
Especially the last sentence, which clearly shows that he wants to help him become the future prime minister of the cabinet.
But if that happens, all the pressure and criticism will fall on the teacher...
Song Gongwen didn't want to do this, thinking it was too unfair to the teacher.
That's a good reputation.
But he also knew.
I can't persuade him at all, after all, the teacher has already made the decision...
"Okay, just do as I say!" Zhang Zhengming's expression was serious, but soon turned into a smile. He continued, "You've arrived just in time. I have good news for you."
"Early this morning, His Majesty has already written a handwritten decree appointing Shou Yuan as the Inspector of Liang Jiang. This means that he can now move closer to the entire Jiangnan gentry."
"And when you implement the reforms next, you must focus on Jiangnan. With him around, things will be much easier."
Your Majesty agreed so quickly?
Song Gongwen was immediately delighted.
I originally thought that this would take some time to accomplish.
I didn't expect to hear this news just after returning to Beijing.
"Then it seems that I can't slow down any more." Song Gongwen nodded.
However, he quickly thought of a question and said, "Teacher, you should know that the four major families in Longyang are resentful of Li Fang for giving out the list, and they sent people to assassinate him. The person they contacted is the White Clothes Sect!"
"Also, I also got news from Eunuch Wang that not only the Longyang nobles, but even some of the Jiangnan nobles are secretly in contact!"
"Yes, I read the letter you wrote before." Zhang Zhengming narrowed his eyes slightly, and a rare look of anger appeared on his face.
"I originally thought that these nobles were just parasites, sucking the blood of the country."
"I didn't expect them to be so bold as to even collude with the White Clothes Sect."
"It seems some people can't bear the loneliness and want to bet on both sides!"
These words frightened Song Gongwen who was standing next to him.
Anyone with a little bit of intelligence will understand what the so-called hedging of bets means!
A big part of the reason why the Great Wei was able to be established back then was because of the secret support of the aristocratic group at that time.
But now, only a few years have passed, and these people have actually contacted the White Robe Sect again... They are so despicable!
"But there's no need to worry, Master." Song Gongwen thought for a moment and continued, "Eunuch Wang from the East Depot takes this very seriously. He said he'll find a way to catch those people, and he's already started taking action."
"I originally thought that Your Majesty established the East Factory to help reform the political system and rectify the bureaucracy, but I never imagined that the East Factory's true purpose was this!"
There are many masters in the Baiyi Sect, and ordinary government offices are unable to cope with it, but they can dispatch a large army.
But the problem is, if we don’t even know where the people are, how can we encircle and suppress them?
The establishment of the East Factory perfectly solved this problem.
"Your Majesty is indeed wise." Zhang Zhengming nodded, feeling a little emotional.
Although the White Robe Sect is a serious threat, even as the Prime Minister, I cannot solve it and can only use special methods.
Therefore, he didn't think too much at this moment, but smiled and said, "By the way, how is Shouyuan this time since I came back? Did you ask me to bring me any message?"
Song Gongwen nodded, and immediately remembered Wang Shouyuan's concerns about the northern border before he left, and was about to speak.
"Master! Master! Something terrible has happened!"
But at this moment, the housekeeper who had been guarding outside suddenly rushed in and said anxiously, "News just came from the northern border that the grassland barbarian tribes are gathering a large army and marching south to attack our Great Wei border!"
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