Chapter 2040 Three Gains and Three Losses, Three Discussions on Xingtai
Chang''an.
Fighting life and death in Jingzhou, there is a strong Cao Cao in the north, and a hungry Sun Quan in the south. The little Zhengtai Liu Cong is sandwiched between these two men, suffering in every possible way on the Xiangyang City Tower. When he feels humiliated, the big man rides The general''s peace was also broken by a guest.
Zheng Xuan went to the mansion of General Hushi to pay homage to Fei Qian, and Fei Qian naturally had to come out of the nave to greet him.
Although it is not an exaggeration to say that Fei Qian occupies the entire Guanzhong Sanfu, Hanzhong, Sichuan and Shubei, Taiyuan, etc., it is not an exaggeration to say that it is half of the Han Dynasty, but sometimes Fei Qian still feels that the talents under his command are not enough, this is not Fei Qian It will be able to make up for it in a while, because the foundation of Liangzhou Bingzhou is not very good, and there are even fewer scholars. However, it still cannot fully replace the original bureaucratic system of the Han Dynasty. It can only be said that the Guanzhong and Northern regions are relatively good, but the penetration in Hanzhong, Sichuan and Shu is not so ideal.
Therefore, Zheng Xuan''s presence in Chang''an is relatively more important. On the one hand, Fei Qian can use Zheng Xuan''s name to extend his hand to Jizhou and other places to recruit handsome men; The sons of the gentry who were studying attracted these people to Guanzhong one after another.
Because of the need to travel across mountains and rivers, a large part of the students who travel thousands of miles to study are from poor families who are not inferior. These people have some conditions, but they are not as good as the main family.
If someone like Xun Yu has enough knowledge and resources in his family, why bother to look far away? Therefore, the poor children who went to study in Zheng Xuan''s place before will be more eager to have a good platform to show themselves, and if these people can come to Guanzhong, after Fei Qian''s training, there is still hope to develop more of these people out of pose...
Therefore, although Fei Qian and Zheng Xuan didn''t get along for long, and Zheng Xuan didn''t serve as a serious court official, Fei Qian couldn''t be arrogant just because of this. its heart.
After a few words of pleasantries, Fei Qian said: "Kang Cheng visited a certain person today, and there must be something to teach. You might as well speak bluntly and listen to the teachings respectfully." 』Zheng Xuan obviously didn’t get thirsty halfway and stopped by to drink tea, something must have happened, so instead of waiting reservedly for Zheng Xuan to speak, it’s better to show his demeanor and initiate the conversation.
Hearing this, Zheng Xuan couldn''t help being a little startled, and said in his heart that what people say is true, General Hussars is very courteous and virtuous!
Fei Qian''s soul comes from later generations after all, and later generations say that everyone is equal in theory, um, theoretically. In addition, when he was a clerk, he hated the company''s leaders for putting on airs, opening their mouths, shutting up, and asking outsiders to direct the insiders...
Although it''s cool to be kneeled and licked every day, the problem is that a guy with a strong kneeling and licking ability may not be happy in other aspects. If Fei Qian really wants to use all those strong kneeling and licking people, I''m afraid he''s either a flatterer or has ulterior motives old age.
Treating these old Confucianists, Fei Qian knew that even if he was acting, he had to act like a humble corporal. Because there are some things in the stomach, they tend to be arrogant, at least on the surface "arrogant", so it is also a kind of fun to cooperate when it is time to cooperate. However, with the change of identity and status, people''s thoughts and even temper will also change accordingly. Fei Qian has been in a high position for a long time, and he is more or less more dignified and strict. This time he took the initiative to ask for advice, which naturally won Zheng Xuan less affection.
Zheng Xuan didn''t go around in circles, and immediately said bluntly: "I am a humble and foolish generation, why can I teach hussars?" I only saw that the hussars were riding on the platform in Guanzhong, and the old system was changed for several years. There are three gains and three losses. I would like to offer my tribute. 』
Look, this is the pride of the old school Confucian scholars...
But do all the big men really like the number "three"? There are three strategies, three words, three points, three ups...cough cough cough...
『I would like to listen carefully, and please say three things...』 Fei Qian said with a smile.
Zheng Xuan gave a thumbs up, indicating the first thing, and said: "The one thing that the hussars get is that they don''t ask about their family status, they just recruit talents..."
The so-called "Zhihuzheye" basically serves as a modal particle in the ancient Chinese language system and has no specific meaning, just like people of later generations will also use "mama ahba" and other words after sentences. So some people in later generations say you are paralyzed "ah", while complaining about whether the ancients used "Zhizheye" to be annoying, which is also a large-scale double-standard scene.
Fei Qian opposes double standards, especially in politics. These double standards, on the one hand, talk about the need for talents, integrity, and anti-corruption. No matter how talented you are, you don''t need it, you are greedy, and you will never do anything if you are not paid, and of course you may not really do anything if you are given money...
Once the standard is set, it will be done in accordance with the standard. One thing on the outside, one thing on the inside, which is naturally disgusting and disgusting.
In fact, not all the bureaucrats in Guanzhong are from poor families. , Fei Qian is also hired, and will not be treated with double standards.
In addition to the ability of these former high-ranking people to meet the standards, on the one hand, it is because these old-school children, especially in people''s livelihood and government affairs, have more experience, and it is easier to get started when they are appointed as officials. Another aspect is also for stability and unity, so as not to cause confrontation and conflicts as soon as it comes up.
As for the three armies, most of them are poor families or even ordinary people who were recruited from the army. These people formed the support system of Fei Qian''s power. Nowadays, the important generals who are stationed in several places are basically from poor families. If it were not for Fei Qian, it would be almost impossible for these people to have the current high positions. Therefore, in terms of overall interests, these generals and Fei Qian have a strong consistency , at least at the moment, are closely combined and inseparable.
It was precisely because of this that Fei Qian was able to sit in Guanzhong without worrying too much about the rebellion of the generals on the four sides. Unless Fei Qian really caused anger and resentment among the people and the rest of the world, these generals would not be foolish enough to break with Fei Qian after listening to a few words of encouragement from others.
Coupled with the Bachelor of Agriculture, Bachelor of Engineering, Academy Examination, and the recently promoted female official system, although Fei Qian did not directly express what "do not ask about family status, only merit", but in fact it can be seen in the behavior clues.
Obviously, meritocracy is to break the bureaucratic monopoly. Monopoly only sees profit, and all technology updates under monopoly are for profit only, especially the monopoly of the ruling class, which is easy to cause irreparable damage to the dynasty. The Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period proved that the monopoly of bloodlines will eventually be destroyed, and the big man has spent three or four hundred years proving that the monopoly of the family is also a scourge. Naturally, it is impossible for Fei Qian to continue on the old path.
Zheng Xuan then raised a second finger: "The second thing you get is the Xingtai system, imitating the imperial court, with clear tasks..."
Xijing Shangshutai, originally this thing is almost like a waste. After Liu Xiu transferred the center of the Han Dynasty to Luoyang, the so-called Shangshutai in Chang''an was basically an empty shell, and now the hussars general Fei Qian re-established it. Xijing Shangshutai changed the old system and set up some new departments. Under the Shangshu Order, the division of labor ordered Cao to refer to the six departments of the later dynasty, with clear powers and a relatively strict structure, which naturally reduced some departments. The possibility really amazed Zheng Xuanji.
In the previous system of the three princes of the Han Dynasty, in fact, the functions and powers of each other overlapped, just like tax money, some belonged to the Dasinong, some belonged to the Shaofu, etc., and the accounts were also chaotic. Once the court needed money, the emperor would stare at it. Looking at the minister, the minister stared at the emperor, thinking that the other party has money, and the other party shouted that he had no money, but just wanted to cheat his own money...
Feiqian is now unified under Hucao, and then under the jurisdiction of Shang Shuling. Even the expenses of the general''s mansion are under Hucao''s account, which makes many people want to attack Feiqian for corruption. They can''t find a reason , This is exactly what Zheng Xuan admires about Fei Qian.
The third article Zheng Xuan said is, "Prosper education, educate scholars; set examinations, and select officials to govern." 』The first six words, basically, are charitable deeds that are generally recognized by the whole world, while the last six words are the affirmation of Fei Qian''s examination system.
In some matters, there is indeed a possibility of understanding and understanding, but in actual government affairs, there are still many situations where laymen direct experts, just like what kind of core, what qigong, what master, really can Fooled so many people? Isn''t it because of various considerations that some people pretend to be ignorant with their understanding, or pretend to be ignorant with their benefits?
So, the bias towards transactional examinations makes it possible for these officials who actually take up management positions to not be ignorant of the affairs they will face in the future...
Of course, after the "three wins", there will naturally be "three losses"... After all, most of the previous ones are foreshadowing...
Zheng Xuandao: "The first mistake is to put too much emphasis on industry and commerce. 』
According to the general concept of the big Han, agriculture is of course the top priority of the country, and industry and commerce is just the last industry. Of course, in terms of the level of social development, there is some reason for this. In order to restore productivity as soon as possible, to prosper the economy, Fei Qian rewards and encourages the large-scale development of industry and commerce. To a certain extent, Zheng Xuan also thinks that there is nothing wrong with it, but the problem is—you can’t put industry and commerce on the same level as agriculture!
Especially what is the "Dahan Chamber of Commerce", which makes Zheng Xuan very puzzled. Fei Qian lifted some bans on merchants and craftsmen, and even the families of industry and merchants can become officials. Forming a group will have the power to compete with the government, which is not conducive to the stability of the big man. Zheng Xuan believes that in this matter, he can''t complain.
Zheng Xuan looked at Fei Qian, and said very seriously: "The artisans have learned the last skills, since they can transform the equipment, which is beneficial to farming and mulberry, and it is also appropriate to praise them. However, merchants pursue profit, and they don''t know benevolence and righteousness. In other words, regulate their consumption and living in houses, so that everyone knows that it is a cheap industry. Although it is rich for a while, it cannot last for a long time...Nowadays, there are chambers of commerce, which set their own regulations. The prohibition will enable merchants to live in silk, live in large mansions, eat well, and even raise guests, and the people will admire them, and everyone will follow the trend of business. In this way, the land will be desolate, which is not conducive to the country! 』
This is also a commonplace question. Fei Qian had already debated this issue for a long time when he discussed with Pang Tong Xun You, so he smiled and said: "What Zheng Gong said is also reasonable. 』
This is affirmative.
Zheng Xuan smiled, stroked his beard, and waited.
Fei Qian, who is familiar with the conversation skills of the company, naturally understands the use of affirmation and negation, so he continued, "The ancient merchants were not all people who did not know benevolence and righteousness, such as Zheng Zhixian, who rewarded Qin Shi to save the country. Benevolence? 』
Zheng Xuan retorted: "In the mud, there are many cattail grasses and occasional orchids. Such examples are not enough to prove." 』
Feiqian smiled, but was not angry, and said, "In the world, are there more cattail grass or orchids?" If you turn back when you encounter mud, and shrink back when you see thorns, where can you find orchids? What is the benefit of the country if the fragrance of the sky is in the valley? 』
Zheng Xuan sighed, this was what he had expected, so he took a step back and said, "Since this is the case, the rest is irrelevant, but the ban on merchants cannot be abolished!" 』That is, the bans on wearing silk and satin, building mansions and so on.
Feiqian laughed again, and said: "The bans set up in the past dynasties are intended to keep the rich from being expensive... If the rich are rich, so what?" Is it also to ban Qi Lingluo Guangsha? 』This so-called ban is full of loopholes, and it belongs to the type that looks beautiful but is useless in reality, or it can only control some small people, and the slightly older ones cannot be controlled.
With the progress of society and the development of population, the overall market in China is getting bigger and bigger. This is the law of natural economy. Businessmen are subject to all kinds of restrictions, while those who are monopolized by the combination of government and business are free and free from any prohibitions. Is that a good thing?
In later generations, under the banners of various "nations" and various "righteousness", they will link their business and China with the people at every turn. Even the slogans they put forward must have these glorious and righteous words, but in reality What have those businessmen who monopolize online have done? Lower the quality standards of products, increase the entry threshold of the industry, exploit their own production and supply, control local law enforcement agencies...
Is such a commercial structure what the Huaxia Dynasty needs for its development?
Zheng Xuan frowned.
Fei Qian''s argument is obviously not enough to completely shake Zheng Xuan''s deep-rooted ideas, so Fei Qian simply said: "This matter may as well wait for a while. I don''t know why Zheng Gong and the other two lost?" 』
Zheng Xuan took a deep breath, nodded, and said: "So, let''s look at it later... The general''s second loss is the female officer..."
Fei Qian''s eyes were fixed, this matter, buried for so long, finally came to the fore.
People in the Han Dynasty were afraid of female officials, mostly because of their relatives. Because the source of power for foreign relatives is the queen mother. The so-called first lady of the Han Dynasty.
After Han Gaodi Liu Bang died, his son Liu Ying succeeded to the throne. Liu Ying is also Emperor Hui of the Han Dynasty, and his mother is Lu Zhi, the first queen mother of the Han Dynasty.
After Empress Lu became the first lady of the Han Dynasty, she began to take power arbitrarily, and she not only controlled the emperor, but also focused on dividing up the Lu clan. Empress Lu''s talents are naturally not bad, and it can even be said that all women who have left the words "a certain queen mother" in history are not bad in ability, but the problem often does not lie with the "certain queen mother" herself, but in The other people who were promoted by the "Queen Dowager", that is, most of them belonged to the Empress Dowager''s natal family. To put it bluntly, this is the origin of the system of dictatorship of foreign relatives in the Han Dynasty.
Later, the princes and kings raised troops to "purge all Lvs" and wiped out many members of her Lu family. In order to control the imperial court, Liu Heng, the acting king who had kept a low profile by "pretending to be stupid", was considered stupid by the court ministers who didn''t know the truth, so he was welcomed into Chang''an to succeed him. However, he did not expect that he was pretending to be stupid. This is Emperor Hanwen …
Emperor Wen succeeded to the throne, drastically rectified the chaotic situation caused by the interference of relatives in the Hui Dynasty, and carried out the centralization of the monarchy. But what is very interesting is that he appointed Dou Yifang as queen, but he didn''t know that this was the beginning of another foreign relative''s meddling in politics...
At the beginning, Emperor Wen of the Han Dynasty Liu Heng was well aware of the stakes between his relatives and the imperial power, so he tried his best to eliminate the interference of his relatives. And Empress Dou has indeed achieved this, at least when Emperor Wen was alive, she did achieve "good internal assistance", refraining from politics and seizing power. Moreover, Empress Dou is very concerned about her reputation, she does things very low-key, and she does not want to repeat the mistakes of Empress Lu.
But when Emperor Wen died and Crown Prince Liu Qi succeeded to the throne, the situation was completely different. Liu Qi succeeded to the throne, that is, Emperor Han Jing. Naturally, Emperor Jing also had to proclaim his mother as empress dowager according to the usual practice.
Then the officials suddenly trembled, I grinned, and there was another queen mother? Then looking at Empress Dowager Dou, she became less friendly, and some people even privately said that the "virtuous" behavior of Empress Dowager Dou before was just packaging! camouflage! In fact, Queen Mother Dou is the No. 1 green tea in Dahan!
Can the Empress Dowager Nimado bear it?
Even if Queen Mother Dou can bear it, can the Dou family bear it?
Since everyone has said that, isn''t it wrong for Empress Dowager Dou to feel that she didn''t do what these people said? So she also began to gradually cultivate her own cronies, and it was impossible for Emperor Jing at that time to have the political capital to compete with her!
But obviously, Emperor Jing is not a generation of mediocre. This can be seen from the fact that she tried several times to get Emperor Jing to give the throne to his younger brother Liang Wang Liu Wu in "a hundred years later", but failed repeatedly...
Then the Han Dynasty launched a love triangle between the emperor, his relatives, and eunuchs. Almost every emperor came to power and had to act like this, from the passionate love at the beginning to the unfeeling at the end, from "you don''t want to die" at the beginning to the last "Go to **** with me", the lines are not changed...
When Zheng Xuan said this, he obviously pointed to this disadvantage, saying that Fei Qian encouraged the female officials to come to power, which would inevitably lead to a great increase in the possibility of "First Lady" and "Second Lady", and finally fell into disputes like "foreign relatives". In the end, it declined in the internal struggle.
Regarding this point, Fei Qian didn''t think about arguing with Zheng Xuan immediately, so he simply asked: "I don''t know why the third mistake?" 』
Zheng Xuan also said very readily: "Hussars have lost three times, since they have the command of the platform, why don''t they have the duty of admonishment?" 』
Hearing these words, Fei Qian couldn''t help raising his eyebrows, and fell silent...
(end of this chapter)