Zhu Youxiao looked at Zhang Weixian and said, "It's not that Grand Military Governor's Office."
"What does Your Majesty mean?" Zhang Weixian asked cautiously.
"Rather than calling it the Grand Military Governor's Office, it's more like another cabinet, except that this cabinet is in charge of military affairs, advising me on military affairs and coordinating government offices across the country during wartime to increase speed and efficiency. After all, military affairs are urgent, and the current system is too weak and too slow."
When Zhang Weixian heard Zhu Youxiao say this, he was not disappointed but excited instead.
If it was the original Grand Marshal's Office, Zhang Weixian would really be scared.
You know, the first Grand Marshal of the Grand Marshal's Office was Zhu Wenzhen, the nephew of Emperor Taizu. He had made great military achievements, but what was his fate in the end?
Imprisoned until death.
The position of Grand Commander is a hot potato. It looks glorious, but it is easy to die once you get there.
He was now the most powerful noble in the Ming Dynasty, and his family had been passed down for over 200 years. He was extremely honored and favored, and his status was also very high. There was no need for him to take on such a hot potato. If he ruined his family for a Grand Commander, it would really be a waste.
Therefore, under such circumstances, Zhang Weixian did not dare to take on the position of Grand Commander.
But what Your Majesty said is different. The Grand Marshal's Office at this time has the same nature as the Cabinet.
What was the nature of the cabinet when it was first established?
It was just His Majesty's advisory body, but now it has become very powerful.
If this is also done in the military, then this Grand Commandery is very powerful. In this position, I don't have to worry about being punished, and I can still have a lot of power. This is very important.
Zhang Weixian then calmed himself down and said, "Your Majesty, I think what you said makes sense. However, I think there is one thing that is not appropriate."
"Oh, what's not appropriate?" Zhu Youxiao asked.
"Your Majesty, I think it's inappropriate to call it the Grand Commandery. If I were to call it the Grand Commandery, it might remind people of the Grand Commandery of the past."
"But this is a new government office, so there's no need to use the old name. Firstly, a new name can give people a new feeling and convey the idea of a new beginning."
"Secondly, if we don't call it the Grand Military Governor's Office, we won't give some people any confusing ideas. After all, it was abolished by Emperor Taizu. So I think we can change the name."
Zhu Youxiao looked at Zhang Weixian and said with an interested smile, "Then what name do you think would be more suitable, my dear?"
"Your Majesty, since it's about advising on military affairs, why not call it the General Staff Office?" Zhang Weixian glanced at Zhu Youxiao and said cautiously, "The military already had the position of general staff in the late Tang Dynasty, but most of them were hired privately by military governors."
"Since Your Majesty wishes to recruit someone to assist in military affairs, then it would be better to establish a permanent position and select capable and skilled military personnel from among the officials to serve as advisors to the General Staff Office."
"This name is simple, and its meaning is immediately clear. It also lets people know that this is only a place for Your Majesty to consult on military affairs, not a place for commanding and mobilizing troops."
Zhu Youxiao looked at Zhang Weixian in surprise. He really didn't expect that he could think of this name.
In fact, this name has always been in Zhu Youxiao's heart. Of course, in addition to the General Staff Office, Zhu Youxiao has several other names, such as the most direct Military Affairs Office.
But in comparison, the General Staff Office seems to be more high-end.
After thinking for a moment, Zhu Youxiao said, "In that case, let's call it the General Staff Office. Since you have an idea, please go back and write a memorial and submit it to us, and we will discuss it with you."
"Yes, Your Majesty." Zhang Weixian quickly agreed.
"Okay, go ahead. This matter needs to be done as soon as possible. The New Year is coming soon, and there must be a result." Zhu Youxiao looked at Zhang Weixian and instructed him earnestly.
"Your Majesty, rest assured. I will take care of it when I get back." Zhang Weixian quickly bowed and said, "I'll take my leave."
Zhang Weixian was well aware of the political situation in the Ming Dynasty. In those days, your power was not determined by your official position, but by your closeness to the emperor.
How did those eunuchs rise to power?
Isn't it because of their good relationship with the emperor? They can see His Majesty every day, so it is easier than others to spread rumors.
If this General Staff Office can be established, it will be the government office that accompanies the king.
The reason why the cabinet is so powerful is, on the one hand, because of the power they control, and on the other hand, because they are important ministers of His Majesty.
If the General Staff Office can stay by His Majesty's side, although it may not have much power at the beginning, as time goes by, it will gain more trust from His Majesty and power will naturally come.
So Zhang Weixian saw this matter very clearly, which is why he rejected the name of the Grand Marshal's Office and changed it to the General Staff Office.
The name of the Grand Marshal's Office is really touching.
The General Staff Office is much more low-key.
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