In contrast to Yu Xin's frustration and passivity, Yan Zhen went straight to the Wuying Hall after court. This was not only because he was the emperor's confidant, but also because he had been summoned by the emperor and had many important matters to report to His Majesty.
It's clearly not just about ships; those are extremely important matters. What he said in court about the lack of shipyards and shipwrights is true. But these things may not be so crucial right now.
The Ming Dynasty continued shipbuilding, and its shipbuilding capacity had improved significantly compared to the early days of the dynasty. However, the large demand had created a seemingly substantial shortage, and such matters couldn't be rushed.
Whether it's building a shipyard or training shipwrights, it all takes time. The construction of ocean-going vessels also requires a certain period; these are things that cannot be rushed.
For Yan Zhenzhi, while the shipyard was important, he believed that the truly important matters were not just shipbuilding.
Using pretexts to make a fuss was something Yan Zhenzhi was very good at. After all, he had been in the court for quite some time. If he hadn't mastered these skills, it would be really unacceptable, and he wouldn't be able to hold onto his position as Minister of Works.
There's no doubt that such a position enjoys the emperor's trust and support. However, without considerable ability, it's clear that one cannot fulfill the role of Minister, as this is the highest position a minister can attain, and many people are eyeing it covetously.
To leave a mark on history—that's what Yan Zhenzhi is hoping for now; he wants to do something big.
Even though he has accomplished many great things, it is still far from enough. He wants to be more than just a famous official; he wants to be a wise minister whose name will be remembered in history.
Governing the Yellow River was Yan Zhenzhi's aspiration, and he now believed that the Ming Dynasty was capable of managing it, as long as His Majesty gave him the opportunity and resources!
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