"We have to find a way too."
Huang Kezun glanced at Han Yu and said helplessly, "I'm afraid we can't intervene in this matter. The Ministry of War is in the hands of Sun Chengzong, and the Academy of Craftsmen is in the hands of Xu Guangqi. If we want to intervene, we have to seize power from them, which is probably not easy."
"Besides, there's a staff office nearby that's eyeing us with eager eyes. It's going to be very difficult for us to make further progress."
"Yes." Han Yu nodded and said, "But everything depends on human effort. There is always a chance. We just need to put some effort in Liaodong. Whether it's Wang Zaijin or Xiong Tingbi in Liaodong, we can contact them."
"If the court doesn't work, then think of other ways. After all, solutions are always invented by people."
"That's fine." Huang Kezun nodded and said, "But we can't rush this matter. Our current focus is still on the reform of the Royal Academy. Send someone to keep an eye on it. Don't blame Cui Chengxiu for taking too much credit, and don't mess things up either."
"If things go wrong, there's nothing wrong with replacing our people." Han Yu said after thinking for a while.
Huang Kezun shook his head and said sullenly, "This matter will offend too many people and is too difficult. It would be more trouble than it would take for our people to handle it. Let Cui Chengxiu do his job first. Once he achieves something, we can intervene later. After all, everyone knows that the difficulty of reforming the Royal Academy lies not in the capital, but in Jiangnan."
"When the time comes to reform and face obstacles, we still have room to maneuver. Just let Feng Congwu and the others prepare. There are plenty of opportunities in this matter. As long as no one is doing anything shady."
"What you said makes sense. Let's do as you say." Han Yu nodded.
"It's almost time. We should go out." Huang Kezun put down the teacup in his hand and said, "I think the people outside must be getting impatient. I wonder what we are talking about inside."
"Let them think whatever they want." Han Yu said casually.
When the two walked out of the house, they happened to meet Sun Chengzong and Xu Guangqi.
The four of them smiled and greeted each other, then went their separate ways.
Everyone knew in their hearts that a new struggle had begun.
As for Sun Chengzong and Xu Guangqi, there were no deep conflicts between them, and it would be beneficial for both of them to work together.
Besides, in the court, people are united today and separated tomorrow. Everyone is used to it and no one finds it strange.
They each went back to their work with their own thoughts, and for a moment, the cabinet became quiet.
At this time, inside the palace.
Zhu Youxiao was in deep thought.
After thinking for a moment, Zhu Youxiao turned to look at Chen Hong and said, "Call the people from the General Staff Office to discuss this matter."
"Yes, Your Majesty." Chen Hong quickly agreed and turned to walk outside.
Since the establishment of the General Staff Office, although Zhu Youxiao took them to Shandong and has been supporting them, the General Staff Office is still far behind in terms of actual power. This is not what Zhu Youxiao wants to see.
For example, the Liaodong battle report was first reported to the Ministry of War and the Cabinet. Although this may seem like an insignificant thing, it actually represents power.
Changing this will require extra time and effort because it requires a top-down reform.
However, there is one thing Zhu Youxiao can do.
Not long after, Chen Hong walked in from outside again.
He said respectfully, "Your Majesty, regarding the battle report in Liaodong, the Embroidered Uniform Guard has sent us new information."
Although it is new news, it is not actually good news.
The court's victory news was delivered by fast horses and through the post stations, so it arrived very quickly.
Although the Jinyiwei also used fast horses and post stations, they could catch up in speed, but because they were not reporting victory, the content had to be much more detailed and the time would be later.
This is a secret report.
Zhu Youxiao reached out and took it.
While reading the secret report, Zhu Youxiao looked at Chen Hong and asked, "Have all the people from the General Staff arrived?"
"Your Majesty, we're here." Chen Hong quickly agreed.
Zhu Youxiao nodded.
In this secret report, the Jinyiwei described the battle in Liaodong in detail, from personnel deployment to personnel arrangements to the entire combat process, it can be said that there were no omissions.
After reading this secret report, Zhu Youxiao finally felt relieved.
Obviously, Xiong Tingbi did not rush into battle, but was well prepared, and did not consider victory, but first considered defeat. This made Zhu Youxiao very satisfied, and it was more in line with his own arrangements.
Furthermore, after the great victory, Xiong Tingbi did not rush into action, but continued to maintain his proper posture and cautious attitude. This was a good point.
Putting down the secret report in his hand, Zhu Youxiao said, "Let them in."
Not long after, several people from the General Staff Office walked in from outside.
Everyone in the General Staff Office was a little excited. This was the first time His Majesty had convened a meeting since the General Staff Office was established, especially after the victory in Liaodong. Obviously, this meeting was of extraordinary significance.
Zhu Youxiao glanced at several people and said, "My dear ministers, please excuse me."
Among the people in the General Staff Office were Duke of Yingguo Zhang Weixian, Duke of Chengguo Zhu Chunchen, Yuan Keli and Li Zhizao.
As for Sun Chuanting, he was no longer in the General Staff Office, but went to the Western Army Commander's Office.
So now there are only these four people in the General Staff Office.
After Zhang Weixian and the others sat down, Zhu Youxiao said, "I have called you here this time because I have something I want to discuss with you."
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