But after hearing this, no one raised any objection.
Because if you think about it carefully.
All these decisions were indeed made by Your Majesty.
In particular, Chen Xuance's mission to Tiandu, Song Hongzhi's appointment as the Protector General of Gaoyang, and even the implementation of the land-based tax system were all decisions made by Your Majesty despite opposition from many ministers.
Now that I think about it, perhaps His Majesty had already been planning this series of plans.
How else can we explain it?
certainly.
There is indeed another possibility, that is, everything is just an accident.
But no one present thought about this possibility because it was too low. In a country, every little thing is not a trivial matter. If there is even the slightest mistake, it will lead to a catastrophe.
And now, the three things reported by the ministers in the court today have all received the worst possible punishment.
How could it be explained by accident?
It must have been carefully planned.
"I see."
At this moment, Wang Lun and others nodded, fully agreeing with what Song Gongwen said.
I felt that all of this must have been part of His Majesty's plan, which is why he was so calm and composed when he heard the news.
"But why did Your Majesty suddenly withdraw from court?" At this moment, the Minister of War, Lin Yuansong, spoke up: "The old marquis submitted a memorial pleading for the merits of Marquis Guanjun and the Gaoyang soldiers, but Your Majesty said nothing. This leaves me at a loss for words."
Capturing the nine Khans of the grassland alive is an unparalleled achievement, and the entire army that participated in this battle should be rewarded.
Otherwise, it would easily discourage the soldiers, but His Majesty did not say a word about it.
This made Lin Yuansong feel very strange.
After all, it is not a trivial matter. Soldiers attach great importance to merit.
If the court does not make any statement in this regard, it is likely to cause some trouble.
"Lord Lin, you're overthinking this. Your Majesty is a wise and enlightened ruler. How could he not reward the soldiers for their heroic deeds?" Song Gongwen smiled, then said, "The reason Your Majesty didn't say anything in the court is simply because the time has not come yet."
"Think about it. This battle concerns the entire situation in the Northern Territory. Yet, the old marquis only requested credit for his achievements in his memorial, without mentioning that the battle was over. This means the grassland army hasn't retreated. Under these circumstances, the people of the Northern Territory are still in danger."
"I believe that Your Majesty intends to wait until the grassland army has completely retreated and the crisis in the north has been resolved before offering rewards."
"And you also said that Hongzhi has made great contributions and ended the Keqin War, but what about the soldiers at Zhenbei Pass? Many of them have been guarding the pass for many years, and some followed the old marquis north. They also made great contributions and should be rewarded together."
"As for the outcome of this battle...with all nine Khans in our hands, the grassland army can be easily manipulated. What difference does it make if the rewards are given sooner or later?"
Yes, the war between the grassland and the Wei Dynasty has not yet ended.
If we reward the Champion Marquis and the Gaoyang soldiers now, the trend will be a little inappropriate.
It is best and most appropriate to reward after everything is settled.
Everyone agreed with what Song Gongwen said. In addition to the Gaoyang soldiers, the defenders of Zhenbei Pass also made indelible contributions to this battle. It is impossible to favor one over the other, right?
"I see. Your Majesty is indeed very thoughtful."
At this moment, several cabinet ministers present nodded, completely agreeing with that explanation.
Zhang Zhengming didn't say much, but just looked at Song Gongwen with a gratified look.
I feel that when it comes to understanding His Majesty's thoughts, this student of mine is indeed amazing.
But soon, his eyes gradually calmed down and he said, "Alright, let's not discuss this matter now. Lord Lin, I heard that the situation in the southern border is becoming increasingly unstable, right?"
"Yes, Master Taifu." Upon hearing this, Lin Yuansong immediately spoke, "Originally, I wanted to report the details to His Majesty at today's court meeting, but His Majesty left court early, so I didn't have time to tell you."
The Ministry of War controls the post stations and military reports throughout the country, and will immediately know anything that happens on the border that does not threaten the court and the country.
Just like the military reports from Usdu Protector Yue Ziyi and the memorials from Zhenbei Pass, the Ministry of War received them first.
There are some problems in the southern border now, so Lin Yuansong is very clear about this.
I also thought that after reporting back on the affairs of Tiandu and the Northern Territory, I would take advantage of His Majesty's good mood and say some bad things, so that His Majesty would not be punished by the Ministry of War.
But who knows, before I could even open my mouth.
"No problem."
"The Imperial Court meeting will be held in a few days. I will report back to His Majesty then."
When Zhang Zhengming spoke, the university scholars present naturally had no objection.
And Lin Yuansong was also thinking about it.
Things in the southern border are indeed a bit troublesome now, but it’s not a big deal. It won’t delay anything if it’s a few days later, so I nodded.
Before long, everyone stopped talking and started picking up documents and memorials from various places to handle official business.
The cabinet appears to have only five people, but they have to deal with all the affairs of the world, so it is indeed very busy.
But they are used to it, and in such a position, they naturally have to do more.
...
In the bedroom.
Wei Yunyi had already dismissed his attendants.
I was lying on the bed, feeling extremely depressed.
He was still thinking about the things that happened in the court today, the change of the Tiandu regime, the capture of the nine Khans of the grassland, and the successful implementation of the land-based tax system, which would greatly increase the court's finances.
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