Han Shizu

Chapter 1895 The Dissenting Opinions of the Prime Ministers
Waking up from contemplation like a dead tree, Emperor Liu just raised his hand, which made Song Zhun's heart tremble slightly: "The memorials of all the ministers in the Political Affairs Hall have arrived. Let me tell you, what are they doing about this entrustment?" What attitude?"

Hearing the question, Song Zhun quickly stabilized his mood, and said with cupped hands: "Your Majesty, Mr. Zhao praised your majesty's vision and foresight. He strongly agrees with the proposal of enfeoffment, and put forward suggestions to quickly promote the establishment of feudal states."

Now there are two Zhaos in the political affairs hall, and the "Little Zhao Xianggong" in Song Zhun's mouth naturally refers to Guangyang Uncle Zhao Kuangyi, but before he finished speaking, Emperor Liu couldn't help asking: "How can Zhao Kuangyi be so active?" Agree, let’s talk about it, what specific suggestions did you put forward?”

Lifting his eyelids, Song Zhun said, "Mr. Zhao Xianggong suggested in the memorial that if you want to divide up the kingdoms, you should first clean up the law and order, and clean up the barbarians, barbarians, and indigenous savages who don't accept the king's transformation. , form a stable situation, and clear the obstacles for the princes to settle down;

In addition, Xiao Xianggong suggested that overseas immigration should be further promoted, and instead of letting people flow freely in the past, it should be aimed at immigrants. Each of the Nanyang feudal countries should have 50 to 100 million immigrants, so as to ensure the foundation of the countries' overseas foothold.

At the same time, in addition to the agricultural and business immigrants in the past, we should also encourage middle- and lower-level officials, scholars, teaching staff, doctors and students, pharmaceutical workers and other handicraftsmen to go south to fill the feudal country and consolidate the rule..."

After listening to Song Zhun's description of Zhao Kuangyi's suggestion, Emperor Liu was silent for a long time, before he said in a blunt tone: "Our little Mr. Zhao seems to have become active again, and his tone is also very loud, and he often spends hundreds of thousands of people. Wan's immigrant... Tell me, what kind of considerations does Zhao Kuangyi have?"

Faced with the question of Emperor Liu, Song Zhun was obviously taken aback. He had been working abroad for many years, so he was naturally not sure about the relationship between the upper echelons of the central government, especially the relationship between the emperor and ministers. The core ruling class of the Han Dynasty.

However, sufficient political sensitivity is a necessary quality to reach the top, and Song Zhun obviously possessed it, and the emperor's tone at this time clearly contained some suspicion of Zhao Kuangyi.Suppressing the ripples in his heart, Song Zhun steadied his mind, and carefully replied: "Xiao Xianggong thinks he is following His Majesty's will!"

"The imperial edict has not been formally drafted and promulgated, so what is the purpose?" Emperor Liu said lightly.

Maybe it's because of his age, or maybe it's because he always has a grudge in his heart, the more Emperor Liu looks at Zhao Kuangyi, the more unhappy he gets, and any words or deeds of him may arouse Emperor Liu's speculation.

For example, Zhao Kuangyi's attitude towards enfeoffment this time was so positive that Emperor Liu couldn't help wondering whether he was deliberately catering to him, or whether he had other considerations secretly.If it's the former, what is his purpose of catering to him? If it's the latter, is there any detail in it that he didn't take into account, or some shady conspiracy...

When Emperor Liu held such a state of mind towards Zhao Kuangyi, one of the spokesmen of the honorable group and the flag bearer of the Zhao family's military and political group was doomed to have a difficult life in the future, and it was even difficult now. It lasted until the death of Emperor Liu.Even if one is not good, it is not impossible for Emperor Liu to directly use his hands to eliminate this annoying person when he is in the mood.

As far as the matter of enfeoffment was concerned, Zhao Kuangyi's suggestion could hardly satisfy Emperor Liu, and it was too exaggerated.His idea of ​​emigrating millions is too unrealistic. The imperial court has a deep understanding of the various troubles and difficulties involved in emigrating. Anton has supported the imperial court and worked hard for Liu Xu for more than ten years. Up to now, there are less than 50 registered Han people under the rule. Zhao Kuangyi opened his mouth to add 100 to [-] million people per country. Even if it is a long-term goal, it is not so easy to achieve.

As the prime minister, Zhao Kuangyi couldn't be clear about these situations, but he still followed Emperor Liu's thoughts and sang such high-pitched songs.And if Emperor Liu remembers correctly, Zhao Kuangyi used to be conservative when it comes to foreign expansion, and he also opposed the imperial court's large-scale deployment of troops and horses, wasting money and food to open up borders and colonize.

Why is there such a diametrical change in attitude now, there must be demons when things go wrong, and there must be problems in this.

Of course, Zhao Kuangyi's proposals are not entirely without merit, at least in terms of improving the quality of immigration exports, they are quite insightful.Free-range support like in the past, only relying on the spontaneous actions of Dahan merchants and people, even if a wave has formed in the coastal areas of Dahan, the scale is still not enough, the speed is very slow, the efficiency is also very low, and it is not balanced enough. , It is also time for the court to step up intervention.

His mind was in a mess, and all kinds of thoughts were floating around, but Emperor Liu still kept a depressed face. Seeing that Song Zhun stopped talking, he continued to ask, "Where are the others?"

"Han Xianggong believes that if he wants to divide the enfeoffment, the court will add another huge expenditure in the short to medium term, which may cause certain financial difficulties." Song Zhun reported.

"Is it the instinct of every planner to be poor? What an upright person Han Hui was at the beginning. This financial envoy has only been in office for a year, and he complained to me before the matter started?" Emperor Liu couldn't help asking.

Hearing this, Song Zhun lowered his head and continued: "Han Xianggong believes that the tax reform is gradually advancing to the whole country, and the imperial court's tax revenue is not stable, so the Financial Secretary has to think ahead. Even if you want to divide the kingdoms, you should pay more attention to it. , it is best to start in order, and the criteria for aid to the feudal state should also be clarified. It must be under the premise of the imperial court's financial health and stability, and the national power cannot be consumed excessively!"

As he spoke, Song Zhun looked up at Emperor Liu, saw that he was only listening carefully, and said: "Han Xianggong's suggestion, the three kingdoms of Linyi, Andong, and Xinqi should be prioritized first to complete the feudal kingdom; , the smoke of gunpowder rose again, and I couldn’t stop, and when the pressure was over, I chose the opportunity to stand; as for the islands off the coast of the South China Sea, the time is not yet ripe, so I can put it later, and it will also give the court and the princes more time to prepare. The stability of the feudal kingdom is not conducive to the safety of the princes..."

There are obviously differences between people. If Zhao Kuangyi raised such opinions, Emperor Liu must have a different attitude, but because Han Hui raised them, he only thought briefly and then commented in a calm tone: "Maybe the big man The financial envoy needs a conservative candidate, Han Hui suggested that although he is conservative, he has something to say, and he is old enough to seek the country!"

Feeling slightly moved by Emperor Liu's "double standards", Song Zhun said again: "To Lu Xianggong, I didn't say much, I only talked about the distribution of enfeoffments, which has a lot to do with the royal court. It is considered comprehensive, after careful consideration, before pushing forward, don't be impatient..."

Hearing what Song Zhun said, Emperor Liu suddenly couldn't help laughing, covered his forehead with his hand, and said, "This seems to be said by Lu Duan!"

Regarding Lu Duan, Emperor Liu didn't have any more comments. This minister has always been a reassuring minister.After thinking about it, he asked again: "What is the reaction of the Privy Council and the Ministry of War?"

Song Zhun said: "Yang Shangshu of the Ministry of War did not submit a report. Privy Councilor Pan believed that the Anxi War had consumed a large amount of the imperial court's military strength and military reserves. It is possible to divide the enfeoffment, but it cannot expand foreign wars for the time being; Deputy Privy Councilor Guo believed that the small barbarian countries in Nanyang were easy For conquest, the local products are rich, and it is entirely possible to use the food on the ground. You only need to send partial divisions, and the consumption of combat is different from that on land. Therefore, Nanyang can be omitted, and I firmly support your majesty in enfeoffing Nanyang..."

A small smile appeared on the corner of his mouth again, and he murmured: "Guo Liangping, he can't seem to sit still!"

Of course Emperor Liu knew that things would never be as simple as Guo Liangping said, but he still recognized his attitude and the spirit he displayed.Guo Liangping, after all, is the banner figure of the Han expansionist faction and a loyal practitioner of Emperor Liu's pioneeringism. Emperor Liu's appreciation for him is also from the heart.

Nodding his head and pondering for a long time, Emperor Liu finally asked the person he cared about the most: "Where is Zhao Pu? Has Zhao Pu's memorial arrived?"

"Return to Your Majesty, Mr. Zhao has no memorial to submit yet!"

(End of this chapter)