Next, Chen Xinjia should have expressed his opinion, but Chen Xinjia will not speak for the time being, because his opinion is similar to Zhu Yousong's opinion. If he continues to express his opinion, it is probably difficult for others to speak. Besides, the matter discussed today is important and sensitive, and if it is not done well, the emperor will have many ideas.

Zhou Yanru was afraid of a cold situation, so he needed everyone to continue speaking. However, at this time, he would not ask Chen Xinjia to express his opinions immediately. Chen Xinjia was clear about his ideas. It was a very good situation for the cabinet to agree, but Zhou Yanru knew very well about the emperor's thoughts. If the cabinet's opinions were unprecedentedly consistent, the emperor would be worried.

When I first served as the chief minister of the cabinet, the cabinet would never have such a situation. The debate among the people was very fierce, and there was no need to name a name when speaking. Especially after the disagreement between Zhou Yanru and Wen Tiren was inconsistent, the cabinet would often have such situations. In fact, the emperor was willing to see such situations, even if it delayed the court's handling of political affairs.

Zhou Yanru did not speak, but looked at Qian Qianyi.

Qian Qianyi strongly demanded that troops be sent to suppress Su Tiancheng. If Qian Qianyi made a statement at this time, the cabinet would form two opinions, and eventually a consensus would definitely be formed, but the emperor would definitely feel better when he heard this report.

Qian Qianyi spoke.

"The Xiaguan and Lord Zhu have different views. The Xiaguan thought that Su Tiancheng must be severely punished. The court had no intention. However, Su Tiancheng led the soldiers from Jiangning camp to enter Fujian and Zhejiang without authorization. What is the difference between this and rebellion? If it were according to Lord Zhu, the imperial court also sent a prefecture censor. Wouldn't it be that he showed weakness to Su Tiancheng? Su Tiancheng had occupied Dengzhou, Laizhou and Qingzhou, which belonged to Shandong. At present, the court could hardly intervene in the entire Shandong. If this situation continues, Su Tiancheng occupied Fujian. After Zhejiang and Shandong, the next step would be threatened to Nanzhili. At that time, the court would be in danger."

Qian Qianyi's words were very righteous and sounded reasonable. As long as scholars who understand the truth, they would say this. Unfortunately, only pedantic scholars would say such words. They would not consider the actual situation. If they determine the truth, they would have to persist regardless of whether they are both defeated. Even if they have suffered a loss, they have not cared about this. For hundreds of years, this understanding has been very controversial.

Qian Qianyi hasn't finished speaking yet. He needs to have clear reasons or basis to support his own understanding.

"Our court still has millions of troops, including 100,000 border troops in Liaodong, 50,000 border troops in Datong, 100,000 army led by Liu Zeqing, Zhejiang, 200,000 army led by Zuo Liangyu in Wuchang, 50,000 army led by Huang Degong in Luzhou, Jiangxi, 30,000 army led by Fengyang Governor Ma Shiying, 50,000 Jing camp soldiers in Nanzhili, etc., and there are also the troops of the guards from various places. The Jiangning camp led by Su Tiancheng is not more than 100,000 people, and its momentum is even worse than the bandits back then. Could it be that the court cannot suppress Su Tiancheng?"

If there is some truth to the previous words, the meaning behind them is unsatisfactory. Before others could object, Zhu Yousong, the Minister of War, spoke directly.

"I don't agree with Lord Qian's words. The Liaodong border army and the Datong border army are absolutely not allowed to be dispatched. You all understand the meaning. If these two armies are mobilized, who will be responsible for the Liaodong and border problems? As for the garrison troops in various places, I don't want to say more. In addition, the conquest requires money and food. The court must do a dispatch and must allocate silver."

"Mr. Zhu dare not agree with my official's opinion. Could it be that he just watched Su Tiancheng's rebellion?"

At this time, Chen Xinjia, who had never spoken, couldn't help it. He thought Qian Qianyi was too naive.

"Mr. Qian, Lord Zhu did not say that he was watching Su Tiancheng rebellion, but he needed to confirm the news. The fight was definitely not as simple as he said."

In fact, after Chen Xinjia said this, Qian Qianyi should have understood the meaning. When the two of them were in Liaodong, they started a war and suffered a crushing defeat. If Zu Dabi had not sacrificed himself to save him, they would have become prisoners of the Later Jin Tartars. Moreover, Chen Xinjia also felt that Qian Qianyi knew nothing about military affairs. If Liaodong was arranged and deployed according to Qian Qianyi's arrangements, a real big thing might have happened, so Chen Xinjia would not have thought about protecting Xiang Shang's head.

Unfortunately, Qian Qianyi didn't understand.

"Mr. Chen, the officials don't understand. Did the court watch Su Tiancheng rebellion? The officials thought that as long as the court was united in mind, it would be easy to destroy Su Tiancheng."

At this moment, everyone was silent. Everyone looked at Qian Qianyi and felt that Qian Qianyi said such words were too scholarly. When the bandits rebelled, the court tried their best to eliminate them. Su Tiancheng led the Jiangning Camp to wipe out the bandits. The Later Jin Tartars entered the pass to show their power. No army dared to compete head-on, but was beaten by the Jiangning Camp and wanted to surrender. Qian Qianyi could not see such a fact, and Qian Qianyi and Chen Xinjia led Liaodong back then.

The border army launched a large-scale attack on the Later Jin Tartars, but suffered a crushing defeat. If Su Tiancheng had not led the Jiangning Camp, captured Fuzhou and Xuanzhou in one fell swoop, and directly threatened Shenyang, how could the Later Jin Tartars stop easily? What Chen Xinjia said just now was clear, that is, he recognized the strength of the Jiangning Camp. Qian Qianyi also said this and said this when the cabinet was discussing matters. This is not a naive explanation.

Feeling the eyes of everyone, Qian Qianyi felt a little embarrassed.

"I mean, the matter of Su Tiancheng's rebellion is conclusive, and the court always needs to deal with it."

Zhou Yanru spoke, and his words were very peaceful.

"Mr. Qian is dedicated to the court's consideration, and what he said is also good. Since it is a discussion by the cabinet, if you have any ideas, just say it out and everyone will make a decision together and report to the emperor."

Zhou Yanru said this, in fact, to ask the others to express their opinions. Zhu Yousong and Chen Xinjia's attitude was clear. Don't launch an attack for the time being. After a investigation, you will have conclusive evidence and attack again, or take other methods to deal with it. Qian Qianyi's attitude was very clear. He did not hesitate to use the whole country to eliminate Su Tiancheng and Jiangning Camp.

Liu Zunxian and Zhang Guowei made their statements respectively. Liu Zunxian supported Qian Qianyi's views, but was not as extreme as Qian Qianyi. Liu Zunxian believed that Liu Zeqing, who was stationed in Zhejiang, could move to see what Su Tiancheng and Jiangning Camp would do. The army in other places should not take any action for the time being. The garrison troops in Zhejiang and Fujian could also take action.

Zhang Guowei's attitude is the same as Chen Xinjia's, and he believes that he still needs to obtain conclusive evidence.

Fan Jingwen has never expressed his opinion.

But don’t underestimate Fan Jingwen’s attitude, because in the court, Fan Jingwen has a high prestige, and in front of the emperor, Fan Jingwen dared to argue with reason.

Zhou Yanru looked at Fan Jingwen.

Fan Jingwen's face had no expression on her face, and everyone expressed their opinions, and Zhou Yanru also looked at him.

"I have said so much, but there are only two opinions. One is to attack Su Tiancheng, and the other is to attack after confirming the situation. I have to ask a few questions. What Mr. Qian calls the attack, he believes that the Jiangning Camp is vulnerable. In recent years, the Jiangning Camp eliminates bandits and conquers the grasslands, and fights the Later Jin Tartars, who dare not enter the pass, are they all lucky victories? If Mr. Qian asks him to lead the army to attack, he will be punished if he cannot win. I wonder if Mr. Qian can agree with his chest."

"Mr. Chen said that after confirming the situation, he actually wanted to attack. It was just that he delayed the time and allowed all the lords of our cabinet to be able to be stable for a while."

"My opinion is very clear. Don't avoid this issue, and don't act rashly. I am willing to go to Fujian or Zhejiang to speak directly with Su Tiancheng on behalf of the court. If Su Tiancheng insists on rebelling and has no success in his persuasion, I support the attack on Su Tiancheng, even if it is a disaster."

Zhou Yanru gave him a breath, and Fan Jingwen's words made him find a way out. In fact, everyone understood that Su Tiancheng would definitely rebel. The situation was very clear. Fan Jingwen could directly find Su Tiancheng on behalf of the court and give some advice. This was the best loss. As long as Su Tiancheng did not clearly express his rebellion, even if he was making his own decisions in the south, he would be at peace with the court, and the court could temporarily maintain it.

Everyone made a statement, and Zhou Yanru finally spoke.

"Today's discussion, you are all sincere. I will report to the emperor truthfully. I agree with Lord Fan's suggestion. I will not mention the military situation for the time being. The border troops in Liaodong and Datong cannot be dispatched. Although the Later Jin Tartars have surrendered to our court, the barbarians have always been treacherous. If we take advantage of the crisis of our court, the situation will be even worse. As for Liu Zeqing, who is stationed in Zhejiang, you can contact the Jiangning Camp appropriately and understand the true meaning of the Jiangning Camp. If Su Tiancheng blindly rebelled, the court must have a clear attitude. Even if it is burned, it will completely wipe out Su Tiancheng and Jiangning Camp."
Chapter completed!