After listening to Emperor Tianqi's words, Xu Guangqi nodded slowly. It is indeed a good idea to open Fu in Shanghai. Since the founding of the Ming Dynasty, it is not that no one has tried to invest in maritime trade, but the interference of those smuggling groups has made it difficult to succeed. In a country without

Starting from the basics, it can indeed be much simpler. If it sets an example for other places, it will be the general trend. Under the general trend, the opposing voices will directly collapse.

"Your Majesty, the Kaifu matter is important and needs to be considered in the long term." Now that Xu Guangqi has figured it out, he will naturally not object. Xu Guangqi is naturally very clear about the benefits of opening the sea.

"Of course, I won't act in a hurry! There are still many things that need to be prepared before opening Fu." Emperor Tianqi nodded slowly and said with a smile on his face: "Xu Aiqing, what do you think of presiding over Kaifu?"

, which minister in the DPRK is suitable?"

Xu Guangqi was not surprised at all by this issue. For such a big event, Emperor Tianqi would naturally choose candidates carefully. However, in Xu Guangqi's opinion, there really was no suitable candidate in the court. After thinking about it, Xu Guangqi suddenly felt that he was the most suitable candidate. Look.

Seeing Emperor Tianqi's smile and recalling Emperor Tianqi's words just now, Xu Guangqi naturally understood.

"Your Majesty, the opening of the sea is of great importance. It is a major event that will last forever. I grew up in Shanghai and am very familiar with overseas affairs. I also have some friends from foreign countries. I will do my duty!" Xu Guangqi naturally understood.

I will not pretend to be confused and speak loudly.

Smiling and nodding, Emperor Tianqi said with satisfaction: "Ai Qing understands my intention very well. This matter must be done by Ai Qing."

Xu Guangqi has been an official abroad for many years, but the Xu family is still a well-established family in Shanghai. Since Xu Guangqi served as the cabinet bachelor, the Xu family has become even better, and can be said to be very prestigious in Shanghai. Not to mention the officials of the Shanghai faction.

, the one with the highest official position is Xu Guangqi. His prestige is naturally not low.

After explaining the matter clearly, Emperor Tianqi gave Xu Guangqi some instructions and left the firearms factory.

Since leaving the firearms factory, Emperor Tianqi has never left the palace again. He is preparing to celebrate the New Year in the palace. At the end of the year, although there were many things, everything was stable in the Ming Dynasty.

The treasury was once again unable to make ends meet, and Emperor Apocalypse handed over military expenses and other expenses to the treasury. If there was no money in the treasury, Emperor Apocalypse would allocate funds from the inner treasury, and there would be no direct intervention from the inner treasury.

By December, it was already freezing cold in Beijing, and heavy snow covered the ground. At the gate of Beijing, a group of soldiers arrived on horseback. In front of these people, a young man sat on a horse, dressed in a mandarin duck suit.

A looks extraordinary. Unlike the other generals, this man's skin is maroon.

"General, the city gate is about to close, we'd better go directly into the city!" A deputy general rode up to the front and said to the general respectfully.

This person was none other than Xiong Wencan, who had just been transferred back to Beijing by Emperor Tianqi! After a period of training in Liaodong, Xiong Wencan became much calmer and his eyes became more restrained. But at this time, there was a hint of trace on Xiong Wencan's forehead.

Worry. As the governor of Liaodong, I have done a good job in Liaodong. Now Emperor Tianqi has transferred me back with an imperial edict.

After experiencing so many things in the past, Xiong Wencan even wondered if he had offended someone again. But now that Xiong Wencan is from Sun Chengzong's sect, he has made much less trouble. These past year and a half have been his happiest days. The soldiers and horses of Liaodong are getting stronger day by day.

I am full of joy.

Glancing at Lu Xiangsheng who was speaking, Xiong Wencan nodded slowly. With the emperor's junior brother accompanying him to the capital, he still felt a little unsure. The two of them drove straight into the capital without saying anything.

"Fei Bai, should we go directly to the palace to see the emperor, or should we go to Master Sun's house?" Xiong Tingbi hesitated for a moment, but then asked Lu Xiangsheng.

He glanced helplessly at Xiong Tingbi. Lu Xiangsheng was still a little helpless. This Lord Xiong still didn't know how to behave. But he had long been used to it. After thinking about it, he said: "Master Xiong, the emperor is urgently ordering us to go to Beijing. There must be someone big."

Naturally, we have to go to the palace to deliver the matter. If we don’t go to the palace and go to Mr. Sun’s residence first, I might be suspected of forming a clique for personal gain!”

Xiong Tingbi naturally understood this truth, but he was still a little unwilling in his heart. He didn't know what Emperor Tianqi wanted to do with him, and wanted to go to Sun Chengzong to find out the news. But since Lu Xiangsheng said so, Xiong Tingbi had no choice but to nod.

Even if the two people arrive at the Sun Mansion, they probably won't see Sun Chengzong. Sun Chengzong is in the palace at this time. There is another person beside Sun Chengzong. This person is the former Sichuan Chief Envoy and the current Sichuan Governor Zhu Xieyuan.

The last time She Chongming and An Bangyan rebelled, Zhu Xieyuan showed extraordinary talents. Emperor Tianqi naturally would not let him rot in Sichuan. Although he had already issued an imperial edict announcing his arrival in Beijing, he had just arrived today.

"Zhu Aiqing, has it been a smooth journey?" Emperor Tianqi looked at Zhu Xieyuan and asked with a smile. This Zhu Xieyuan was also a capable man and very famous in the late Ming Dynasty. In history, Zhu Xieyuan single-handedly judged She Chongming and An Bangyan

of rebellion.

"Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty, and I wish you all the best." Zhu Xieyuan was different from Xiong Tingbi. He knew that Emperor Tianqi must have another appointment for him, and he must have another important position. He must know where else he is in Sichuan.

Worse than there?

Before Emperor Tianqi could say anything, Wang Chengen had already walked in from outside, bowed respectfully to Emperor Tianqi, and said, "Your Majesty, the Governor of Liaodong, Xiong Tingbi, and his deputy, Lu Xiangsheng, are outside asking for an audience!"

Upon hearing the news, Emperor Tianqi immediately laughed and said: "What a coincidence. I was still waiting for the news, but I didn't expect these two people to have arrived! Let them come in. Since they are here, it will be time to talk about the matter."

When Wang Chengen went out, Emperor Tianqi looked at Chen Hong aside, smiled and ordered: "Let the imperial dining room prepare meals, and I will eat and chat with some of my beloved ladies."

Not long after, Xiong Tingbi and Lu Xiangsheng walked in under the leadership of Wang Chengen. Although the meals in the imperial dining room were not ready yet, the tables were already set.

After sitting down according to their seats, Emperor Tianqi smiled and said to Xiong Tingbi: "Xiong Aiqing, can everything in Liaodong go well?"

"Back to the emperor, there is nothing going on in Liaodong now. The troops are strong, the horses are strong, and the food and grass are sufficient. Now we are waiting for the emperor's order. As soon as the emperor's order comes, I will lead people to wipe out the slaves." This is Xiong Tingbi's ideal, and it can be said in three sentences.

Can't leave.

Smiling and waving his hand, Emperor Tianqi said happily: "Okay, Aiqing is courageous and courageous to do things, which is good. I believe that this day will not be too far away, and there will be a place for Aiqing to be useful."

The following banquet was very lively. Emperor Tianqi did not show any airs. He asked about things in Liaodong and Sichuan while talking lively. Xiong Tingbi, who originally liked drinking the most, did not drink too much because he was in a state of anxiety. A few people can't do it even more.

After the banquet, Emperor Tianqi glanced at Sun Chengzong and said with a smile: "Sir, has the Military Aircraft Department already formulated the decree?"

"Back to the Emperor, it has been prepared a long time ago. It has been sent to the Supervisor of Ceremonies for approval!" Sun Chengzong was already prepared and said with a smile.

"Chen Hong, declare the decree!" Emperor Tianqi glanced at Chen Hong who was holding the imperial decree, nodded with satisfaction, and ordered.

Chen Hong did not dare to neglect, unfolded the imperial edict, and read loudly: "The right minister of the Ministry of War, General Longhu, and Liaodong Governor Xiong Tingbi accepted the edict!"

"Your Majesty, Xiong Tingbi, accepts the decree, long live my emperor!" Unexpectedly, he would be the first one. Xiong Tingbi did not dare to neglect at all, and quickly knelt down on the ground, waiting for the imperial edict to be read out.

"The emperor is destined to be transported by heaven, and the edict says: General Xiong Tingbi of the Dragon and Tiger Guards Liaodong. He has worked hard and achieved great results, and I am very pleased. I reward merits and punishments for deeds, and I will not hesitate to reward you for your actions. Xiong Tingbi is promoted to the left minister of the Ministry of War, the general of hussars, and the fifth army. The Governor of the Dudu Mansion is in charge of the affairs of the capital! I hereby express my gratitude!" After reading it, Chen Hong put the imperial edict together and handed it to Xiong Tingbi.

Xiong Tingbi was very confused. He had been promoted. This was for sure. But he didn't expect that Emperor Tianqi would let him come back to take charge of the capital camp. This was really unexpected. He didn't dare to delay at all, and quickly knelt down on the ground and said respectfully. : "Your Majesty Xiong Tingbi accepts the decree, long live my emperor!"

When Xiong Tingbi stepped aside, Chen Hong picked up another memorial and said: "You Jiandu censor, Zishan doctor, Sichuan governor Zhu Xieyuan accepted the order!"

"Your Majesty Zhu Xieyuan accepts the order, long live my emperor!" Zhu Xieyuan also knelt on the ground and said respectfully.

"The emperor was entrusted with the mission of heaven, and the edict said: Zhu Xieyuan, governor of Sichuan, guarded Sichuan and patrolled the border areas. King Bu was transformed into a barbarian land. His hard work has made great achievements. He has been appointed as a senior official, the right deputy censor of the capital, and the governor of Liaodong. I admire this!" Chen Hong added The imperial edict was handed over to Zhu Xieyuan, waiting for Zhu Xieyuan to receive it.

Zhu Xieyuan suddenly beamed with joy and left Sichuan. Unexpectedly, he was the governor of Liaodong. This was Xiong Tingbi's previous official position, so he could show off his skills!

"Huaiyuan General Lu Xiangsheng accepts the decree!" Chen Hong took out the last imperial decree, unfolded it, and read it out.

"Your Majesty Lu Xiangsheng accepted the order, long live my emperor!" Lu Xiangsheng also knelt on the ground. He also wanted to be promoted! But Lu Xiangsheng knew that he would definitely not be like those two people.

"Huaiyuan General Lu Xiangsheng went deep into Liaodong and made many military exploits. I am very pleased. Now Lu Xiangsheng has been promoted to General Zhaoyong, the right minister of the Ministry of War, and will be in charge of the capital camp!" Chen Hong once again handed over the imperial edict to Lu Xiangsheng and stood with a bow. Arrived to the side.

"My lord, Lu Xiangsheng, thanks the Lord for your kindness. Long live my emperor!" Lu Xiangsheng quickly knelt down on the ground and said respectfully.
Chapter completed!