After thinking for a moment, Xu Guangqi took a step forward and asked, "What about the officials at all levels in Shandong?"
This matter is crucial; if not handled properly, problems will arise. Right now, Shandong is like a powder keg, with some preparing for rebellion. If things get too heated at this point, problems are likely to arise, and things could get even worse.
Under such circumstances, Xu Guangqi's concerns were very necessary.
Zhu Youxiao turned to look at Zhang Weixian and said, "Duke Yingguo, I will now hand over the military power of Shandong to you. All the troops in Shandong will be under your control. Is this all right?"
"I've brought quite a few people to the General Staff this time. Use them well. Although they're still young, they're all very capable. Let them do their jobs well. If anyone rebels, I'll use them to quell the rebellion."
"Your Majesty, rest assured. I will definitely choose the right people and assign them to the right positions." Zhang Weixian said quickly.
In fact, Zhang Weixian had already investigated the people that His Majesty cared about. After a period of investigation, Zhang Weixian cared about them very much.
The people in the General Staff Office were both brave and resourceful. Even those like Liu Xian, who couldn't fight, were skilled at making secret plans. And people like Lu Xiangsheng and Cao Wenzhao were both capable of both civil and military service. How could Zhang Weixian not use them?
Together with Sun Chuanting and others, Zhang Weixian was very confident. Even if someone rebelled, Zhang Weixian was confident that he could lead this group of people to suppress the rebellion.
Besides, this time the people to be punished are the civil servants from all over Shandong. These people are reselling grain and have nothing to do with the local military generals.
Local military commanders wouldn't get involved, much less rebel. Who would rebel for fun? That would be a grave crime, with the family confiscated and their entire estate exterminated.
So Zhang Weixian is very confident.
After hearing Zhang Weixian's words, Zhu Youxiao nodded, turned to look at Xu Guangqi, and said directly: "Any officials involved in reselling grain will be severely punished. As for the other officials, they will be given minor punishments and severe warnings."
"Yes, Your Majesty." Xu Guangqi quickly agreed, "I will go back and arrange for the staff immediately."
Since His Majesty had said this, Xu Guangqi understood in his heart. Even if there were really people rebelling, even if he had to use troops to suppress the rebellion, His Majesty would still deal with these people.
At this point, it was meaningless to say anything more. So Xu Guangqi did not plan to say anything more. He would do his best to get things done after he went down. That was enough.
"You guys go." Zhu Youxiao nodded and said.
"We will take our leave." Xu Guangqi and others quickly bowed and agreed.
After watching Xu Guangqi and the others leave, Zhu Youxiao sighed softly, turned to look at Chen Hong, and said directly: "Let Chen Sihai come over."
"Yes, Your Majesty." Chen Hong quickly agreed and turned to walk out.
Not long after, Chen Sihai was called over.
During this period, Chen Sihai was very busy, punishing various officials, inspecting and adjudicating cases, redressing various grievances, and performing the role of the Eight Prefectures Inspector. Chen Sihai was well received in various places and was very effective, which was very beneficial to Zhu Youxiao's reputation.
Therefore, Zhu Youxiao felt that this system could be maintained for a long time. He could arrange for people to come down and inspect it when he had nothing to do, so as to understand the people's sentiments, redress unjust cases for the people, and build a good reputation for himself.
Of course, these people are likely to collude with officials, so they also need supervision. People from the Jinyiwei and the Dongchang can be arranged, and the Imperial Household Department can also be arranged to come to the meeting. Anyway, if this system is effective, it must be implemented. It is much better than the current situation.
When Chen Sihai walked in, he looked very tired and had a dusty look.
After taking a look at Chen Sihai, Zhu Youxiao waved his hand, indicating that he could skip the formalities.
However, Chen Sihai still saluted respectfully, obviously maintaining the attitude that etiquette cannot be abolished in his heart.
"I have something to entrust to you." Zhu Youxiao said to Chen Sihai.
"Yes, Your Majesty." Chen Sihai quickly agreed: "Your Majesty, please let me know if you have any instructions."
"I want you to go to Jinan. The situation there should be very complicated now. You can even say that people are in panic. It is probably very dangerous. I want you to go. Do you dare to go?" Zhu Youxiao looked at Chen Sihai and said slowly.
"Your Majesty, rest assured. I have nothing to fear." Chen Sihai said with a firm face, "All land under heaven belongs to the king, and all the people in the world are his subjects. There is nothing I dare not go."
"Good." Zhu Youxiao nodded with satisfaction and said with appreciation, "You are very good."
"On this trip to Jinan, I don't ask you to do anything. You only need to do a few things. First, investigate the collusion between several officials in Jinan Prefecture and the Confucius Mansion and the Prince of Lu Mansion. Second, calm the situation in Jinan. Jinan cannot be in chaos. Generally speaking, these are the two things. As long as you can do these two things well, you will have completed my instructions."
"Your Majesty, don't worry. I will definitely get it done." Chen Sihai said with a bow.
Zhu Youxiao walked down slowly and came straight to Chen Sihai and said, "Jinan Prefecture is in crisis right now. I'm afraid you might be in danger. I will send someone to protect you. If you can't do anything, save your life first. Do you understand?"
Chen Sihai nodded and said gratefully, "Your Majesty loves me very much. I know in my heart that I will never let your Majesty down."
Although he said this, Chen Sihai didn't think so in his heart.
Chen Sihai had made up his mind to get this done. He hadn't considered the fact that His Majesty had said he had to prioritize saving his own life. His Majesty trusted him so much, entrusting him with such an important task. If he couldn't do it well, how could he be worthy of His Majesty?
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