Wang Chonggu did not expect that the emperor would summon him. When he received the news, he was on duty at the Ministry of War. After seeing the eunuch coming from the palace, Wang Chonggu straightened his clothes and followed the eunuch directly into the palace.
When Zhu Yijun saw Wang Chonggu, he said, "Servants, give you a seat!"
After bowing and sitting down, Wang Chonggu said directly, "Your Majesty, what questions do you have for this old subject?"
Picking up Wang Chonggu's resignation memorial, Zhu Yijun said with a smile, "We would like to ask Minister Wang about this memorial. A few days ago, there were indeed people who wanted to impeach Minister Wang, but We know that it was all nonsense."
"That day, I specially sought out Cabinet Elder Zhang, and he told me that you have made outstanding contributions in Shanxi and Shaanxi."
"I have issued an edict to commend you, and I have also issued an edict to reprimand those who impeached you. What is the meaning of this, you?"
Zhu Yijun's words were somewhat impolite. He was truly angry, and at the same time, he was expressing his attitude.
After saying this, Zhu Yijun looked at Wang Chonggu, wanting to see what kind of explanation he would give.
Hearing Zhu Yijun's words, Wang Chonggu's expression did not change. After a moment of silence, he said, "I was born in the 10th year of Zhengde. I studied and took the imperial examinations from a young age. In the 20th year of Jiajing, I passed the imperial examination. That year, I was 26."
"At that time, I was in high spirits. I wanted to show what I had learned and express my life's aspirations. Along the way, I have been on the battlefield, been through impeachments, and seen some storms."
"These years, I have made some achievements. I am proud of what I have done in Shanxi and Shaanxi. But Your Majesty, I am 63 years old this year."
Wang Chonggu sighed and said, "I dare not lie to Your Majesty, but I have not been home for 14 years."
"I am old. These years, I have felt that I am lacking in energy, and my brain is not working well."
"The Ministry of War is in charge of all the troops in the world. It is of utmost importance. I am afraid that I have failed Your Majesty's trust!
After being in the officialdom for so long, I have also thought of the mountains and forests.
Going back to my hometown to teach the younger generation, and in my spare time, meeting up with three or five good friends to tour the lake, climb the mountain, and compose poems is also a happy thing in life! "
"I don't know how many years I have left to live. I want to go back to my hometown and enjoy the company of my family. I want to see my juniors whom I haven't seen for many years."
Hearing Wang Chonggu's words, Zhu Yijun's expression immediately eased up. He felt a little awkward and didn't know what to say.
Sixty-three years old might not be considered much in the future. Many old people who were rehired were still working, but there were also many people whose bodies were failing.
Moreover, this was the Daming Dynasty. Sixty-three years old was really an old age.
Wang Chonggu had been running around as an official for so many years. Now that he was old, he wanted to return home and enjoy the happiness of his family. If he, the Emperor, did not agree, then he would be too unreasonable. He was also a meritorious official!
"I was a little worried at first, but Your Majesty is wise, virtuous, and resolute. With the assistance of a virtuous official like Pavilion Elder Zhang, I can return to my hometown and enjoy the happiness of a family." Wang Chonggu continued with a smile.
Zhu Yijun sighed and said with a reluctant expression, "I can't bear to part with you!"
These words might be a little mushy in the future, but in this era, they were true feelings. People in this era were still very pure.
Wang Chonggu was stunned for a moment, then said with a smile, "Although I am not in the court, I still care about the Daming Dynasty and Your Majesty.
The better Your Majesty does, even if I know in the afterlife, I will still be happy for Your Majesty and Daming Dynasty. "
Hearing this, Zhu Yijun was silent. After a while, he said, "In that case, I will grant you your wish!"
"As for the successor of the Minister of War, do you have a candidate in mind?"
Zhu Yijun thought for a while and asked. It was normal for the predecessor to ask the successor after he retired. Not to mention now, it was a normal phenomenon even in the future.
"I recommend Fang Fengshi, the Governor of Xuan Province. Fang Fengshi used to inspect Liaodong and Shanxi. He was my colleague in Shanxi.
"Fang Fengshi is a capable and vigorous man. He is the most suitable person to be the Minister of War."
Zhu Yijun nodded. It seemed that Fang Fengshi was someone who could get along well with Wang Chonggu. Zhu Yijun could accept it.
At least, it could ensure that Wang Chonggu's foreign policy could be continued, which was very important.
Whether it was Zhang Juzheng's reform or his own reform in the future, a stable environment was necessary.
If the border was in turmoil and there were wars all day, it would be a fool's dream for him to reform.
The current border system was very good. At least, it could ensure the stability of the border and buy time for him.
Zhu Yijun nodded and said with a smile, "I will consider it."
Wang Chonggu smiled and said, "Since that's the case, this old subject will take his leave!"
"Why don't you visit the Imperial Physician Institute during your stay in the capital? Physician Li's medical skills are superb. Let him take good care of your body." Zhu Yijun looked at Wang Chonggu and said with a smile, "Enjoy the rest of your life."
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Wang Chonggu immediately bowed and thanked before he turned around and left.
After sending Wang Chonggu off, Zhu Yijun sighed. He failed to persuade Wang Chonggu to stay this time, but there was nothing he could do about it.
While sighing in his heart, Zhu Yijun shook his head and threw this feeling out of his mind. He asked Zhang Jing, "How's the preparation for Liu Xian's resume?"
"Your Majesty, it's all ready!" Zhang Jing quickly replied. He could tell that the Imperial Majesty was in a bad mood at this time, so he didn't want to provoke him.
Zhu Yijun nodded. To be honest, Zhang Jing was really good at using it, not to mention anything else.
Picking up Liu Xian's information that Zhu Yijun had prepared, Zhu Yijun quickly flipped through it and was immediately attracted by it.
Liu Xian's family had been poor since he was young, but his arm strength was amazing. Later, he became a martial arts student and joined the army.
In the 34th year of Jiajing, the Miao rebels in Yibin were attacked by Inspector Zhang Bian.
Liu Xian joined the army and broke through the enemy lines. He killed more than 50 people and captured three of their leaders.
The army advanced and the rebels were all defeated.
Liu Xian made a great contribution in this battle, so he was promoted to Deputy Qianhu.
From this, it could be seen that Liu Xian was not only skilled in martial arts, but also very brave in battle.
Later, the Japanese pirates were in the southeast, and a new camp was set up in Nanjing. Liu Xian went to the new camp and began to fight against the pirates in the southeast.
Together with Qi Jiguang and Yu Dayou, he also fought well and made outstanding contributions.
After quelling the Japanese pirates, Liu Xian was sent to Yunnan to fight against the Duzhang Barbarians.
Speaking of the Duzhang Barbarians, it was a long topic. At the beginning of the Daming Dynasty, "Those who return from the southwest will be given their original positions." However, the Duzhang Barbarians were ferocious and aggressive. Although they were vassals to the Ming Dynasty on the surface, they still "frequently raided the borders and invaded the neighboring cities."