The Soldier of the Red Mansion

Chapter 440 Court Assembly
Beijing.

New dynasty, new atmosphere.

The Five Military Commissions also began to get busy.

"father!"

Zhu Shenggong strode in and immediately began to complain, "If the court doesn't pay salaries soon, I won't be able to manage the people below."

Zhu Wei was used to his son barging in without warning, but he was still startled and frowned in displeasure.

Why are you shouting so loudly?

Zhu Shenggong opened his mouth, but held back the words that were about to come out.

He knew, of course, that his father had been extremely cautious and sensitive over the past year or so, but he was much better now. At first, he was terrified that someone would suddenly barge in front of him and take him away.

Sensing the situation was unfavorable, they surrendered prematurely.

Although he managed to keep his position, who knows what the emperor was really thinking?

Serving a ruler is like serving a tiger; if the emperor were to change his mind one day, would they, father and son, have a good end?

Many homes were raided.

I heard that even the Ningguo Mansion was almost raided. The Jia family's power was too great and its influence too widespread. Not to mention their disciples and old friends in various places, just the military governors of Ping'an Prefecture and Datong Prefecture alone were enough to make the court think twice, not to mention the other military generals.

The Feng family, the commander of the Western Army, and the Jia family were old acquaintances, and the four princes also had many ties with the Jia family.

As far as I know, there is another adjutant in the Northern Army who is also the son-in-law of the Jia family.

There was still a Noble Consort in the palace. Although she was not favored, her status was still there. Even if the emperor disliked her, he would not dare to send her to the Cold Palace. Yet, the Jia family, with its great power, almost had its property confiscated.

Zhu Shenggong simply felt that Wang Xin's approach was correct.

“Father is too cautious. In my opinion, Father is far inferior to Wang Xin.”

"fart."

Zhu Wei was furious.

What was Wang Xin's previous status?
However, one of his many generals was actually considered equal to him by his son, and was looked down upon by his son, like a tiger fallen to the plains being bullied by dogs.

Zhu Shenggong disagreed, saying, "My son believes that what's important is his own value."

Zhu Wei had no choice but to agree.

The Eastern Army currently has no admiral, which can be seen as the emperor's reward to the Zhu family.

But how long can this reward last?

The son was diligent in his work in the Eastern Army, hoping to gain the emperor's favor through his efforts, which was rather unrealistic.

Seeing his father's attitude, Zhu Shenggong said unhappily, "There are many people who are dissatisfied with Wang Xin. Zhang Jifu has never been satisfied with Wang Xin, but he still makes good use of Wang Xin. If it weren't for Zhang Jifu's reliance on him, would Wang Xin have achieved what he has today?"

Seeing his son's confidence, Zhu Wei had no choice but to put him down.

"What makes you think you can compare to Wang Xin?"

"Why can't my son be compared to him? Even if my son is not as good as him, he shouldn't be too bad."

Zhu Shenggong was unconvinced.

Zhu Wei sighed. If he said that his son was far inferior to Wang Xin, his son would not only not believe him, but would be even more eager to prove himself right.

Hearing the sigh, Zhu Shenggong jumped up and down angrily said, "Does my son also want to do nothing and ask nothing, just let the morale of the troops fall apart? It's easy for the morale of the troops to fall apart, but it's hard to get them back together. Who will we father and son be able to command then?"

"Times have changed." Zhu Wei didn't care about his son's anger. Why compare him to anyone else? Why compare him to Wang Xin?

The more I learn, the more chaotic things become.

Wang Xin trusted those he trusted and didn't employ those he didn't trust; that was because he had a keen eye for talent. If others tried to emulate him, they would end up dying without even knowing how.

This includes Wang Xin's willingness to delegate power, even allowing his subordinates to replace him.

Can this kind of technique be learned so easily?

However, since he was his own son, he could not abandon him. Zhu Wei tried to persuade him, saying, "It's best not to do anything. When the emperor needs us, he will naturally use us. What he gives us is ours. When he doesn't give us anything, we must not reveal ourselves."

what is this.

Zhu Shenggong was unconvinced. He felt that he should be like Wang Xin, who didn't ask anyone for anything and relied on his skills to make others want to use him.

"I heard that someone from the palace has come and wants Father to go to the palace tomorrow?"

Zhu Shenggong asked, having learned of this matter, he made a special trip back to the capital to confirm it with his father.

Zhu Wei nodded.

“This is an opportunity. Father must make the Emperor understand the situation of our Eastern Army. The military pay can no longer be delayed.” Zhu Shenggong was extremely anxious.

No matter what method you use to win over your subordinates, money is absolutely essential. Without money, no one can get anything done.

Zhu Wei hesitated for a moment, neither agreeing nor disagreeing.

He used to have influence with the retired emperor, but with a new emperor comes a new court. Now, the emperor may not give him the same treatment, and he has many things beyond his control. Therefore, it is urgent to consolidate and strengthen his relationship with the emperor.

"If the imperial court can solve the problem of military pay, we don't need to speak up. If the imperial court can't solve it, it's useless for us to speak up. Just lifting the lid will only offend people and cause trouble."

Zhu Wei explained patiently.

Zhu Shenggong left in anger, wondering what had become of the imperial court.

Day two.

Zhu Wei entered the palace.

Not only him, but Wang Ziteng also came.

Zhu Wei secretly glanced at Wang Ziteng a few times. Wang Ziteng was trying to curry favor with Prince Zhongshun again, hoping to return to the Beijing Garrison. He hadn't expected to get the chance. Although Prince Zhongshun had a very high prestige, it was not an easy task for him to control the two armies of the Beijing Garrison.

Wang Ziteng had some connections in the Beijing garrison. Although he had conflicts with the Jia family, they were still united in their external relations. After all, they were allies for a hundred years. They were intertwined, and their minor disagreements would not become irreconcilable conflicts.

Don't say anything else.

Currently, in the Rongguo Mansion, the eldest son's wife, the future mistress, is a woman from the Wang family, and the mistress of the second son's wife is also from the Wang family.

The two parties are entangled in a mess.

In addition, when Prince Teng left the Beijing Garrison and relinquished his position as the military governor of the Beijing Garrison, it made it easier for the emperor to reorganize the garrison. The emperor almost personally led the campaign. Even if he didn't achieve great merit, he certainly put in a lot of effort. It is said that Prince Teng was quite favored by Prince Zhongshun.

Really speaking, his background was not as good as his, Zhu Wei thought to himself, and took the initiative to greet him.

"Your Excellency, the Grand Secretary."

"Grand Sima."

Zhu Wei was respectful.

On the other side, Wang Ziteng stayed in the crowd around Prince Zhongshun and whispered, "Admiral Zhu still only has eyes for the cabinet. I never saw him get along well with the cabinet before."

Prince Chungshun did not respond.

Prince Teng knew that Prince Zhongshun must have remembered it.

It is said that a prime minister's belly can hold a boat, but Prince Chungshun is not like that. Precisely because of this, in recent years, ordinary people have not been able to easily offend Prince Chungshun.

The others remained silent.

Feng Tang didn't even glance at Wang Ziteng, showing no interest in getting involved.

The position of Military Governor of the Capital Garrison used to belong to the Jia family, but the former Capital Garrison is different from the current one. The Jia family can never regain the position of Military Governor of the Capital Garrison, nor will it ever exist again.

However, the Jia family could find another way.

For example, supporting his son-in-law to become the admiral of the Eastern Army.

The eldest branch of the Rongguo Mansion has been doing everything in its power to pave the way for its son-in-law, who is now a lieutenant general in the Eastern Army. If they wait another seven or eight years, the eldest branch of the Rongguo Mansion might actually make it happen; there is still a chance.

However, those who have their eyes on the Eastern Army are not only outsiders, but even the four major families themselves are not united.

Wang Ziteng clearly also wanted the Eastern Army.

Wang Ziteng's advantage is his sufficient qualifications, having previously served as the military governor of the capital garrison. The advantage of the Jia family's main branch is its power and popularity, but in the end, Zhu Wei should not be underestimated.

Zhu Wei's obsequious behavior towards the cabinet is simply a means to protect himself.

"The Emperor has arrived."

Outside the palace gate.

The eunuchs announced the names.

The Emperor likes to gather ideas from all sides, which has won over many of his subordinates. However, the cabinet and Prince Zhongshun probably don't like it, as it means their power has been divided. Feng Tang and everyone else stood up to greet him.

Emperor Jialong walked in calmly, followed by Xia Shouzhong and Mingli, Dai Quan's godson.

How to deal with Liaodong.

With the fall of Liaodong and the memorial from the Prince of Dongping requesting permission to fight, the court had to come up with a plan.

But the problems in Liaodong are not limited to Liaodong.

This will also involve Datong.

Including the capital city.

Feng Tang's gaze fell upon Lin Ruhai, the key figure between the four great families and the emperor.

(End of this chapter)