Chapter 663 Shi Kefa’s whimsical thoughts

Shi Kefa!

The people from the court came to Shi Kefa again!

Strictly speaking, Shi Kefa is already a less popular figure in the Hu Ben Army. Last time, Zhang Zhun and Shi Kefa met at the Grand Governor's Office of the Hu Ben Army, but the talks between Zhang Zhun and Shi Kefa ended in a bad mood. For a long time, Shi Kefa did not appear again. At that time, Zhang Zhun thought that Shi Kefa would never appear in front of him again, but unexpectedly, he actually appeared again.

According to the news Zhang Zhun learned, Shi Kefa has been transferred to the Ministry of War. It’s not that he has any military knowledge, and the Ministry of War needs his guidance very much, but the Ministry of War now has nothing to do, but the Ministry of War has a lot of work. Wars are going on everywhere, military affairs are everywhere, and the two full-time Ministers of the Ministry of War are too busy and need to add a large number of personnel.

However, the court's finances reached its limit and it was impossible to add more officials, so we had to transfer them from another department. It just so happened that the Ministry of Revenue had nothing to do recently, and there were many idle people. As a result, Shi Kefa rumored and transferred from the Ministry of Revenue to the Ministry of War.

The Ministry of War has four departments, namely the Ministry of War, the Ministry of War, the Ministry of War, and the Ministry of War. Among them, the Ministry of War is in charge of various military affairs, including the organization, training and combat command of the troops, which is equivalent to the current General Staff Department. The Ministry of War is the Personnel Department, responsible for the assessment and promotion of officers at all levels. The Ministry of War, as the name suggests, is naturally in charge of all vehicles and horses. The Ministry of War is in charge of all weapons and warehouses.

The one who is Shi Kefa is the name of the doctor in the Ku department. There are eight people in the Ku department in the Ministry of War, and Shi Kefa is nine. This is not counted as those who have entrusted titles, but these are all real full-time doctors. If you include the ones with entrusted titles, there must be at least hundreds of people.

The court lacked everything, but there was no shortage of officials, and there was no shortage of those who only had no names and did not do things. The original eight doctors were all guys who yawned at work and went into brothels after get off work. As a result, Shi Kefa, who was not familiar with the place, soon became the backbone of the Ku Department after he arrived at the Ku Department. The other doctors were so happy to see a fool who was actively running up and down every day, and were busy all the time, so he threw all the affairs of the Ku Department to him.

In fact, there is nothing to be managed by the warehouse department. All the warehouses of the warehouse department have long been empty. In some warehouses, even rats are unwilling to stay. The reason is that the eunuchs in the Ming Dynasty were too powerful, and the six ministries had functions, which were basically the eunuchs. This is the so-called inner palace. Moreover, they are often even stronger than the six ministries.

For example, this warehouse is divided into a national treasury and an internal treasury. The national treasury is under the jurisdiction of the six ministries, while the internal treasury is under the jurisdiction of eunuchs. Most of the wealth of the Ming Dynasty was actually stored in the ten treasurys of the inner palace. The general treasury was simply empty. In the previous battle, Zhang Zhun's seizure was mainly from the ten treasurys of the inner palace.

The most obvious example is that the Taicang warehouse, which was under the jurisdiction of Hou Xun, the Minister of Revenue, had the most deposits, that is, five or six million taels of silver, which was not easy for Zhang Juzheng to accumulate. However, Chongzhen's own treasury has never been empty. Even if the absolute amount is very small, it is much stronger than Taicang silver. When the treasury had no money, it had to allocate it from the treasury.

The important function of the Ku Department is to produce all kinds of weapons, including swords, guns, swords, halberds, armor, and firearms. The Military Weapon Bureau under the Ku Department is specialized in producing these equipment. Unfortunately, outside the Ku Department, there is an organization called the Military War Bureau, whose function is exactly the same as the Military Weapon Bureau, and it also produces weapons and equipment. However, its superior is the eunuch in the inner palace.

Because the eunuchs are strong, they can obtain more materials and more sales channels. Therefore, most of the firearms are produced by the eunuchs. The Ministry of War’s own military weapon bureau has no production. The firearms produced by the military war bureau have to go through two dealers before they can reach the hands of the army. The firearms that receive the military war bureau are also one of the important functions of the warehouse department.

Why are other doctors from the warehouse unwilling to do things and just want to hide and relax? The reason is very simple. Dealing with eunuchs is too depressed. Relying on the favor of Emperor Chongzhen, those eunuchs were all above the top and did not take the people of the six ministries seriously at all. Accepting bribes is the eunuchs' professional means of generating income. If you don't give money to make some money, you will never be able to receive enough firearms of qualified quality.

When Shi Kefa holds this position, he must deal with eunuchs. With his personality, he is afraid that it will be difficult. He doesn't like eunuchs, and eunuchs don't like him either. With such a powerful eunuch, Shi Kefa's final outcome must be that he was killed by eunuchs looking for opportunities. Such people are not without precedents.

"When Langzhong Shi arrived at the Ministry of War, it seems that he is going to make great achievements."

Zhang Zhun said with a smile.

Shi Kefa's last position was the Minister of War, who died in Yangzhou. In fact, in real history, he did not hold military positions so quickly. He had to wait until Chongzhen hanged and the small court of the Southern Ming Dynasty was established, and Shi Kefa became the Minister of War and began to truly come into contact with military affairs. Now Shi Kefa knows nothing about military affairs.

The trajectory of history has undergone some small changes due to his time travel. The fate of some people has been changed, including Shi Kefa. From a long-term perspective, it is beneficial to Shi Kefa’s early contact with military affairs. This is an excellent negative teaching material for his thoughts of foolish loyalty. After deeply understanding the combat effectiveness of the Ming army, I wonder if he will still be as foolish loyalty as before?

"Governor Liao Zan. Today, when the Tartars are in trouble, the people are in trouble, and the lives are in trouble, the officials are just devoted to their efforts and will die."

Shi Ke's regular answer.

His relationship with Zhang Zhun was already quite stiff, and he ended up badly last time. Zhang Zhun did not welcome him, and Shi Kefa was very clear. However, Shi Kefa was a little treacherous and was doing his job. Even though he knew that Zhang Zhun didn't like him, he felt that he should do what he should do.

"Do your best to die?"

Zhang Zhun quietly talked to himself in his heart, with a bit ironic.

Shi Kefa had Zhuge Liang's loyalty, but he did not have Zhuge Liang's talent and ability. In such a chaotic world as the late Ming Dynasty, it would be absolutely impossible to be loyal, and he also had to have skills and ability. For example, the ability to undermine the emperor and the ability to undermine Ma Shiying.

Zhang Zhun said calmly: "I don't know what's wrong with Doctor Shi coming this time?"

Shi Kefa said in a deep tone: "Governor, the lower-ranking official came here this time because he had something to ask for. I would like to ask the Governor to help him."

Zhang Zhun said casually: "Please speak."

Shi Kefa said slowly: "I wonder if the governor can allocate a batch of tiger guns to the court?"

When Zhang Zhun heard the name of Hu Ben Gun, his expression slowly became gloomy.

The court actually had the idea of ​​shooting the Hu Ben gun early in the morning, but Zhang Zhun blocked the road intentionally or unintentionally, so no one dared to mention this matter. Now, Shi Kefa actually took the blame for the world and raised it out. It really was a bit naughty!

Is it really necessary for this guy to be so stupid and loyal? Even though you know that the Hu Ben Gun is the guy I eat, and the court is hostile, you actually want me to give you the Hu Ben Gun Gun. Are you sure you made a request in a state of sane? Are you sure you are not talking crazy?

Shi Kefa saw Zhang Zhun's face dark, obviously in a bad mood, but he was not afraid. Every time he dealt with Zhang Zhun, he was fully prepared so that he would not be afraid of anything. He said sternly: "The Governor also knows that now, the war in Beizhili is in ruins and the people are suffering from large-scale massacres. If he continues to let the Tartars be arrogant, Beizhili will probably fall into darkness from now on and will never see the light again."

Zhang Zhun sneered disdainfully for a moment, sneered at Shi Kefa’s statement, and said coldly: “Shi Kefa, do you think that if I can allocate a batch of Tiger Ben guns to them, I can alleviate the situation of the war?”

Shi Kefa said calmly and orderly: "The firearms in the military weapon bureau and the military battle bureau are not as good as the Hu Ben gun. The lower officials have studied this from many aspects. If the governor can support a batch of Hu Ben guns in the court, it will of course be beneficial. The lower officials have studied it. The Hu Ben guns have a long range and great power, so they can kill them before the Tartars shoot. In this way, the Tartars' momentum will inevitably be curbed."

Zhang Zhun shook his head and said flatly: "I'm sorry! No!"

Shi Kefa frowned and said, "Governor General, every man is responsible for the rise and fall of the country. We, as ministers, must do our best to turn the tide without falling. We must never ignore the public interest of our own people. Please think twice."

Zhang Zhun said disapprovingly: "We are not enough for Hu Ben Gun! How can we give you extra money? Even if there is one, I have to consider it carefully!"

Shi Kefa had to raise his tone and said deeply: "Governor, you are also an official in the court. How can you speak like this? Isn't it something that a minister should do for serving the court?"

Zhang Zhun shook his head and said, "I'm sorry, I must meet the needs of the Hu Ben Army."

Shi Kefa couldn't help but get angry again and said angrily: "The world is corrupt and the people suffer, what are the benefits for you? As the great governor of the rear army governor's office, you cannot protect your own people, so what kind of face can you stand in the court?"

Zhang Zhun's eyes sterned, staring at Shi Kefa, and said word by word: "I was about to ask Shi Langzhong, who is responsible for what he is like today? Who is it that he has repeatedly lost his troops and land, making the Tartars stronger and stronger? Who allowed the Tartars to cross the Great Wall to move south? Who made the Tartars drive straight into Shandong? Who is it that has a large army of 200,000 to 300,000 but dared to attack the Tartars? Who has consumed countless public funds of the people in the world but cannot protect the safety of the people? Who is it that has been exploiting the people more and more severely, causing chaos in the world?"

Shi Kefa was speechless, his face turned blue and white.

When it comes to military affairs, he really doesn't understand it very much. However, even if he doesn't understand it, he knows that Zhang Zhun's words are facts and cannot be refuted at all. The great and dignified country of the Celestial Empire allowed the Tartars to enter their core hinterland, and let their own land and people be ravaged by the Tartars and slaughtered by the Tartars. It's not reasonable to say that Shi Kefa is not a person without a conscience. At this time, even if he wants to refute, he cannot cover his conscience and tell lies.

Zhang Zhun paused for a moment, his eyes fell on Shi Kefa's face like a knife, and said coldly: "The people in the world have been poisoned, aren't the court incompetent? Are they Chongzhen incompetent? What do you think he is the emperor for? What is the use of coming?"

Shi Kefa is the most unwilling tolerate others infringing on the dignity of the royal family, and subconsciously retorted: "You! How can you blame the emperor? The king is the leader of the minister, the father is the leader of the son..."

Zhang Zhun rolled his eyes, interrupted him directly, and said disdainfully: "Don't it? Do you think he, the emperor, isn't a waste? He has been ascended to the throne for nine years, and see what he has done? If I were him, I'll kill him!"

Shi Kefa said angrily: "The emperor is just being blinded by some villains for the time being. He is definitely not an incompetent monarch! If you want to take back your words, you will slander the emperor so much, and you will search the house and destroy the clan!"

Zhang Zhun said coldly: "Be blinded by some villains? Haha, a good word."

Shi Kefa said expectantly: "The emperor will always wake up. At that time, he will rectify the court's principles and eliminate the evil spirits. The general trend in the court will definitely be renewed. As long as one or two capable generals, he can expel the Tartars and restore my great mountains and rivers. The clown jumping is vulnerable."

Zhang Zhun smiled coldly, without hiding the irony in his words, and said coldly: "Yes! When he hangs him on the coal mountain, he will definitely wake up! It's a pity that it's too late!"

Shi Kefa changed color and shouted in horror: "You! You actually! You dare to openly curse the emperor! You! You are a death sentence!"

Zhang Zhun said indifferently: "Shi Kefa, I asked myself that I have done my best and have given countless blows to the Tartars. The Tartars are much weaker than before. As long as the court is united and bravely attacking and defeating the Tartars, it is no problem. However, if the court continues to retreat and avoid the war and plans behind the scenes, I am afraid that the capital will not be protected!"

Shi Kefa was slightly stunned and wanted to say something, but he didn't catch it all at once.

Zhang Zhun continued to say: "Since its establishment, the Hu Ben Army has been trying every means to weaken the strength of the Tartars. This is true in Huang County, Dengzhou City, Dongjiabao, and Dongjiang Town. In the past, it is, now, and in the future. Striking the Tartars is still the primary goal of our Hu Ben Army and will never change."

"The strength of the Tartars is much weaker now than before. However, the court did not seize the opportunity and attacked decisively, causing heavy damage to the Tartars. Instead, they retreated and avoided the war, and let the Tartars kill Sun Chengzong, capture Changping, and ravage the entire Beizhili. What do you think Chongzhen is not a waste? And these people from your court, not a waste?"

Shi Kefa is a dead man. After the bull's temper comes up, he will not be convinced at all. He said coldly: "Even if there are many bad things in the court, it is not comparable to the Tartars. The Tartars can't conquer the capital. You don't have to worry about this!"

Zhang Zhun smiled slightly, too lazy to pay attention to Shi Kefa’s words, and said slowly: "Shi Kefa, since you are dedicated to the public, okay! I will make some concessions! If you meet my conditions, I can consider allocating a batch of Tiger Ben guns to the court!"

Shi Kefa said deeply: "You said!"

Zhang Zhun raised three fingers and said with a stern look: "First, the court withdraws all the military supervisors. Second, let Lu Xiangsheng be the governor of Liaodong and take charge of Liaodong military affairs. Third, let Sun Chuanting be the governor of Xuanda Shanxi and take charge of Xuanda Shanxi military affairs. As long as these three conditions are met, I will provide as much as the Hu Ben gun."

Shi Kefa stared at Zhang Zhun without saying a word.

He didn't need to speak, and his expression had already given Zhang Zhun a clear answer.

He could not meet any of Zhang Zhun's three conditions.

Withdrawal of the military supervisor?

It's simply impossible!

At the beginning of the throne, because he was afraid of Wei Zhongxian's remnants and the instigation of the Donglin Party, Chongzhen did restrict the power of the eunuchs. However, later, Chongzhen gradually became disappointed with the ministers in the court, and eventually lost confidence in them, so he began to use eunuchs in large quantities. Now, the power of eunuchs has been extremely inflated, even more than that of Wei Zhongxian's era.

In the past, in Wei Zhongxian's era, eunuchs had not held military positions, and the power of the military supervisor was not so great. In the army marched and fought, the final decision was still in the hands of the commander, the governor and others. For example, Yuan Chonghuan had great power. However, now, the military supervisor is the first in the army. It seems that the Liaodong military supervisor Gao Qiqian and the Xuanda military supervisor Wang Kun were all the actual commanders of the two major armies. Who knows which Liaodong military supervisor and the Xuanda military governor is?

On that day, when he learned of the third invasion of the Tartars, Chongzhen's first reaction was to urgently order the internal minister Li Guofu to guard Zijing Pass, Xu Jinzhong guarded Dou Ma Pass, Zhang Yuanheng guarded Longquan Pass, and Cui Liang guarded Gu Pass. A few days later, he ordered Duke Cheng to inspect the border. According to Chongzhen's edict, he obviously did not trust foreign ministers and only trusted the eunuchs around him. Even people like Duke Cheng were considered only by the second group.

The Ming Dynasty is basically the world of eunuchs. The three camps of the Liaodong Legion, Xuanda Legion, and the capital are all under the control of eunuchs. The main resources and main power of the empire are actually all above these three legions. The power of the foreign ministers has been restricted unknowingly. The six ministries sound nice, but in fact, most of the power is not in their hands.
Chapter completed!