Chapter 46 6. The wisdom of "doing nothing"

Song Gaozong once asked Zhang Jun to read "The Biography of Guo Ziyi", and called him into the ban, telling him not to compete with the people for profit, and not to start construction.Song Gaozong hoped that Zhang Jun could become a famous ZTE general like Guo Ziyi, and he didn't want him to be a soldier.The two monarchs and ministers have a deep relationship. If Song Gaozong has the strongest relationship with the four generals, only Zhang Jun is the only one.In the early years of the Jingkang Revolution, the "two sages" were hunting in the north, and people were panicked. Zhang Jun persuaded him to come in. He said that the king is the emperor's younger brother.After three times of persuasion, Song Gaozong saw that everyone was so supportive, so he reluctantly ascended the throne at a time of crisis, that is, the emperor.Therefore, it is said that Zhang Jun has made great achievements in support, which is the envy of many people, and it is also a very strong bond between the monarch and his ministers.

Zhang Jun had some military achievements in the early stage. Because of Yue Fei and Han Shizhong, the brilliance of him and Liu Guangshi was a little dim in comparison. There is no such thing as a mountain peak without a flat ground.During the mutiny of Miao and Liu, Zhang Jun stood on the side of Song Gaozong, led 8,000 people to Qin Wang, and said an impassioned sentence to Prime Minister Lu Yihao, "Today we can only serve the country with one death."Zhang Jun is quite superb in terms of military quality and political acumen, especially the latter.At the stage of confrontation between Song and Jin, Zhang Junju was not firm.Zhang Jun's flower-legged army belonged to the emperor's pro-army, and later they simply stationed in Lin'an, nicknamed "Guardian".

Zhang Jun was born as a thief, and he seems to have no interest in the country, the country, and the righteousness of the nation. It is his interests to fill his own pockets and extort money.Why is the Chinese army he led called the "Flower Leg Army"?It originated from Zhang Dashuai's business acumen.He let the young and strong men in the army stab themselves from the arms down to the feet, which can be regarded as stamping them and preventing them from escaping.Let the soldiers either play tricks, run restaurants, or act as construction workers and so on.Zhang Jun's method of raising money is various. The land property is 10,000 mu, and the rent is 600,000 hu, which is a very huge number.Zhang Jun invited Song Gaozong to dinner, leaving behind a menu that left the chef dumbfounded in history, and it is estimated that it cost at least tens of thousands of guan.The family's gold and silver treasures piled up like a mountain. Zhang Jun cast a thousand taels of silver into a ball and named it "Wu Nai He".

"Helin Yulu" records that Zhang Jun's elder brother Zhang Bao often complained that his younger brother did not support him.Zhang Jun said, I will give you 100,000 guan and 5,000 soldiers to keep money and people flowing, what can I do?Zhang Bao silently replied no.Zhang Jun said that's why I don't recommend you to the organization.In Zhang Jun's view of the world, whoever can benefit him can use others, and relatives are no exception.Zhang Jun was strolling in the back garden and saw an old soldier lying there sleeping, so he went up and kicked him, why did he sleep?The old pawn explained that he had nothing to do but sleep.Seeing the old man say this, Zhang Jun asked what can you do?That is to say casually.The old pawn said that I can do business, and I am good at international trade.Zhang Jun's eyes lit up immediately, I'll give you the capital, how about 10,000 yuan?The old pawn said too little, and finally Zhang Jun invested the principal of 500,000 guan.Zhang Jun asked when he could make money and come back, and the old soldier said it must be a year!Zhang Jun said, all right, let's go!

Zhang Jun was born as a bandit, and he never gave up any interests. At the same time, he has the spirit of a gambler. He is not afraid that the old soldier will take so much money to run away. He may understand the principle of the coexistence of benefits and risks better than anyone else.The old pawn built a big boat with the capital, bought more than a hundred beauties, singing and dancing actors, and collected silk brocade and rare toys, delicacies and fruits, and yellow and white utensils. Everything was ready to float to sea.In the new year, the old pawn came back and gained a lot, "there are more horses, and the profit is dozens of times."With a principal of 500,000 yuan and a profit of "tens of times", the wealth is incomparable.At that time, the Southern Song Dynasty especially lacked war horses, and China did not produce such things.Zhang Jun equips the army with horses, and the army is unique and strong.Zhang Jun is very happy, you go again!The old pawn said it was impossible, and he could only do it once.why?He pretended to be the Ministry of Commerce of the Song Dynasty, bluffing and defrauding him with beautiful women named Ma Yi and so on.If he goes out to expose his identity again, he will be blamed if he is not punished to death.The old pawn said that this was a play on the spot, and there could be no second time. He wished to remain a pawn and retire to the old man's garden.

In addition, Zhang Jun has a concubine named Zhang Mo, this concubine knows how to manage money, and the family is well-organized, so Zhang Jun asked her to take care of the house.Zhang Jun led troops to fight on the front line, and wrote letters to his family from time to time to inquire about the financial situation.Zhang Yi, who knew the book well, wrote back and said that Huo Qubing and Zhao Yun never asked about family affairs when they were fighting.Zhang Jun was very happy, and played the letter to Emperor Gaozong of Song Dynasty. Zhao Gou was overjoyed, and personally sent a certificate of award to Zhang Jun ("Three Dynasties Beimenghui").

Some make money, some manage money, and some act as backers. Zhang Jun's money-making methods have almost formed an industrial chain.It is a good thing for the emperor that the military officer embezzles money, because the military officer has "stains" that can reassure the emperor.As Yue Fei said, "Civil officials don't love money, and military officials don't fear death." In history, only the rule of Zhenguan can achieve this state.The slogan put forward by Yue Fei just reflected the persistent illness. Civil officials love money, and military officials are afraid of death.It turns out that slogans often reflect substantive issues.Excessive accumulation of wealth by military generals will attract great attention from relevant departments, so Song Gaozong gave Zhang Jun a verbal warning to see the situation clearly and not to do too much, otherwise the court will be difficult to do.It is difficult for the imperial court, but it will not be difficult for you if he does it.

Of course Zhang Jun saw clearly the changes in the situation and advocated a peace negotiation.Zhang Jun doesn't have Yue Fei's grand ambitions, regaining the Central Plains, and welcoming the "Two Sages" back to court, it is completely like a dream for him.A military general who can't turn the tide, actually very much hopes for peace, and it is true to make some benefits.His "second in command" had no choice but to rely on another "second in command". Qin Hui guessed the emperor's mind and willingly acted as a scapegoat to solve the stumbling block to achieve his goal.In order to avoid suffering, the "second in command" had no choice but to compromise.Compromise is not equal to security, but also to know how to avoid the important ones.

Zhang Jun relieved his military authority and stayed at home. Qin Hui summoned him and said that he had something to discuss with you.Jiankang and Zhenjiang need military commanders, please recommend someone.Zhang Jun hesitated to practice Tai Chi for a while, but didn't say anything.Because what was in front of him might be a trap, Qin Hui's brain was very flexible, and he didn't need a reason to mess with anyone.If Zhang Jun recommended the general immediately, it would inevitably attract suspicion.You are retired at home, but you can't forget the military and political power.The recommended person will serve as a general, and you will command with a remote control behind your back. I think you want to go down and have a drink with Yue Fei!With Zhang Jun's sophistication, he will never be easily fooled.A few days later, Qin Hui asked him about it again, and Zhang Jun said that he had been home for a long time, and his songs were separated, so he had no one to recommend.Qin Hui asked again, and this dispelled Zhang Jun's doubts. Zhang Jun answered truthfully, that his generals would make a lot of money, but few were able to fight, and indeed there was no one to recommend.Qin Hui asked again, it is very difficult for you to recommend the Imperial Academy, but it is your job to recommend the military commander, what is so difficult?Zhang Jun had no choice but to recommend Liu Bao and Wang Quan.This is where Zhang Jun's brilliance lies.He knew how ruthless his partner was to Qin Hui's killing Yue Fei, and he knew how ruthless his partner was, and he must not trust him at all, so he recommended a general who was once under Han Shizhong's command. The "second in command" retires, that is, ordinary employees. The real "second in command" comes to make trouble, so he can only avoid his edge, so that he can't find any excuses.

Another time, Song Gaozong passed by his house and came in as a guest.Just sat down and his butt was still warm, Zhang Jun "begged to return home early", it's getting late, you should hurry back to the palace!None of us understood why Zhang Jun did this.It is said that the emperor came to your house to give you face and glory, and it is convenient to talk about other things.But Zhang Jun gave up the great opportunity and drove the emperor away.The reason is simple, who wouldn't want the emperor to stay in his home for a while?The problem is that the emperor went to Qin Taishi's mansion to sit for a while and then left. If he stayed here for a long time, would Qin Xianggong not let you wear small shoes?Those who hear it are amazed at the lofty and far-reaching level of their consciousness. ("Qingbo Magazine") Zhang Jun is the only one of the "Four Generals of Zhongxing" who was crowned king alive.He died hospitable at the age of sixty-eight, and he had thirteen descendants.

Another Liu Guangshi who died hospitable, Marshal Liu was not shallow. His main way of being an official is three words-"inaction".Mixing is actually a kind of life. It is true that "inaction" also requires wisdom.If an official does not act, there are roughly two reasons: first, he does not have the initiative and ability to act;Liu Guangshi belongs to the latter. Liu Guangshi is the second son of Liu Yanqing, the governor of the Zhenhai Navy. He grew up in the army. His military quality is at least higher than that of ordinary generals.Just like the son of a calligrapher and the son of a financier, the two are less likely to engage in the other's profession, but more likely to inherit the profession of their parents.Liu Guangshi became an official under the shadow of his father, and the first half of his military career was radiant.First, he followed his father to suppress the Fang La Uprising and made a trip to soy sauce, and was promoted with military merits.In the early years of Jingkang, Liu Guangshi led the Northwest Frontier Forces to defeat the Xixia Army in Xingzibao. Because of his military exploits, he was promoted to Marquis Du Yuhou of the Horse Guards. This rank is equivalent to the rank of major general.The army of the Song Dynasty was jointly managed by the emperor, the Privy Council, and the Sanya.The Sanya is in charge of the Forbidden Army (Central Army), which is divided into the Dianqian Division, the Guards' Army Horse Army Division, and the Guards' Army Infantry Division.Soon after, Liu Guangshi suppressed Zhang Di, an uprising army in Hebei, made great achievements in battle, and was promoted to the deputy chief of the horse infantry on Yanyan Road, and the "second in command" of the local army. Liu Guangshi has a solid background, and his father Liu Yanqing's old comrades, old friends, and old subordinates should not give some face.The generals of the father's generation are gone, and Liu Guangshi has the highest prestige among the new generation.During the Jingkang Incident, Liu Guangshi retreated without a fight, led the army to escape, and defected to Emperor Gaozong of the Song Dynasty. He was promoted to the Marshal's House by all five armies. Usually, this position was concurrently held by the prime minister, similar to the Minister of Defense.Liu Guangshi boasted to the emperor at that time: "I am willing to do my best to serve the country. In the future, the officials and officials will be the most meritorious officials." ("Song History·Liu Guangshi Biography") Act." After Liu Guangshi's army was stationed in Jiangzhou, he began to "inaction" for the rest of his life. Liu Guangshi was exposed by the emperor's empty talk. For some reason, the front-line war seemed to have nothing to do with him, and he didn't even bother to shout a slogan.When the Jin army came, he ran away, and when the Jin army retreated, he came back again. The whole enemy advanced and retreated, and the enemy withdrew and retreated, using this unnutritious way to start a military struggle with the Jin army.Liu Guangshi, who is in the rear area, does business and is not inferior to Zhang Jun in the slightest. He has reached the level of billions of dollars and owns 30,000 mu of fertile paddy fields.Therefore, there are a lot of people who defect to him, and the number of troops reaches 50,000, which is the largest number of troops in the small imperial court of the Southern Song Dynasty. The prestige and seniority are unmatched. The soldiers are willing to follow him, eat and drink without worrying, save their lives and earn money. Who would not want to mess with such a leader in the era of war and chaos?Liu Guangshi's prestige is the highest among the "Four Generals of Zhongxing", and Yue Fei cannot compare with him. The Huaixi Military Change is a good example. Yue Fei had already said that old Liu Neng could hold down the two generals under his command, but the court refused to listen. As a result, Li Qiong incited the soldiers to rebel, and led 40,000 people to join the puppet Qi.The soldiers who didn't know how Li Qiong incited him thought that Liu Guangshi must be involved. For example, the commander-in-chief was raped by the court. Do we have any good fruit to eat in this unit?Those who want prosperity and wealth follow Lao Tzu.With Liu Guangshi gone, the Huaixi Army has undergone serious changes.On the other hand, the Yue family army, Yue Fei was wronged and killed, and the 100,000 troops under his command did not move at all.This is an army absolutely loyal to the imperial court, and the country is fortunate.This reflects Yue Fei's strict military management, which seems to be Yue Fei's defect. There are many similarities between Liu Guangshi and Zhang Jun, the main reason is "inaction", fighting is not enough, but making money is fine.The emperor can't do anything to them, the situation is chaotic with them, and the situation may be even more chaotic without them.In order to maintain the status quo, we had to let it happen.Under the situation at that time, any great person would have nothing to do with them, not to mention Song Gaozong and Zhao Gou were not considered emperors through the ages.In fact, the "second in command" who "does nothing" is the real threat to the big leaders.