Daming: At the beginning, recognize Zhu Yuanzhang as grandfather!

Chapter 131 Faint Lord!

Wenhua Hall.

Now it has become Zhu Xiongying's office, similar to Zhu Yuanzhang's Hall of Martial Arts.

Now Zhu Xiongying's treatment is the same as that of the original prince, except for important affairs such as military and political affairs, all are reviewed by Zhu Xiongying, and then Zhu Yuanzhang decides to execute them.

At this time, in the Wenhua Hall, six ministers, Hanlin bachelors, and other ministers of the interior gathered.

Before the Longevity Festival, they had already discussed a matter here.

That time was the first time the emperor's grandson was promoted to the palace, and the discussion was about opening a tea-horse market in Annan.

The emperor's grandson was arbitrarily ruling the court in the palace, completely ignoring their opinions, and resolutely opened the tea-horse exchange market in Annan. The tea-horse exchange market has now entered the implementation stage, and Xia Yuanji will be in charge.

In the eyes of Qian Tang, Liu Sanwu and other veterans, such a decision was too hasty. Because of this matter, several veterans even went to Zhu Yuanzhang to complain.

However, the old emperor finally chose to support His Royal Highness Taisun, which left several veteran officials speechless.

In their view, although the emperor's grandson is intelligent, he is still a little reckless and immature when dealing with state affairs.

They understand the old emperor's intention to support the emperor's grandson, because the old emperor is old, and the power will eventually be handed over to the emperor's grandson. The grandson is powerful, but they also feel that the old emperor needs to select a few prestigious ministers to assist and teach the grandson.

For example, Qi Tai and Huang Zicheng who taught Zhu Yunqi before, they thought it was good.

Loyal, and familiar with the Four Books and Five Classics.

They felt that since the identity of the emperor's grandson had been established, these candidates should be decided as soon as possible, but this was all a matter after the court meeting.

I don't know what amazing move the emperor grandson is going to do when he summons them this time.

Qian Tang, Liu Sanwu and other old ministers felt a little drumming in their hearts, while the young ministers, such as Zhan Hui and Zhao Mian, had expectations in their hearts.

They didn't make them wait too long, and Zhu Xiongying had already arrived at the hall.

"His Royal Highness, a thousand years ago!"

The ministers all knelt down and paid respects to Zhu Xiongying.

"You Aiqings are flat!"

Zhu Xiongying gently raised his hand to let the ministers stand up. At this time, he has gradually become accustomed to such scenes.

"Thank you, Your Highness!"

All the ministers stood up one after another and stood in their positions.

During the Hongwu period, the administration of officials was very strict, but also relatively clear.

Zhu Xiongying glanced at the ministers, and said with a smile: "Ministers and workers, do you all feel the severe cold weather these days? How about it, let's enjoy the fire at home!"

When the ministers heard the words, they nodded and said yes with a smile.

"Yes!"

Zhu Xiongying nodded and said: "It's freezing cold, of course it's comfortable to warm up at home, but I want you to read these memorials today!"

"Shanxi Chief Secretary reported that Shanxi suffered a cold wave this year. Only in Taiyuan, Shanxi, 110 people died of freezing, 73 people died of starvation, 39 people died of charcoal poisoning, and 150 people collapsed their houses under heavy snow. household."

"Gansu Chief Secretary reported that this year in Gansu, 320 people died of freezing, 180 people died of starvation, and 88 people died of charcoal poisoning..."

"Shandong Chief Secretary's report..."

As Zhu Xiongying recited, all the ministers in the Wenhua Hall turned solemn, and only Zhu Xiongying's voice remained in the hall.

Each cold number is so harsh, because it represents each life.

Today's Ming Dynasty seems to be thriving, but in fact, there are still many problems, and the life of the people at the bottom is still very difficult.

Not to mention living, it is very difficult for many people to survive.

It is precisely this way that in order to survive, these people who are on the brink of survival will lead to the annexation of land and become landless tenants.

Therefore, what the court fears most is natural disasters.

All the ministers are also well aware of this, the territory of the Ming Dynasty is vast, even in a peaceful world, natural disasters are inevitable in some places every year.

Zhu Xiongying glanced at the silent ministers, and said, "Tell me, what should we do?"

All the ministers were silent.

What can be done?Disaster relief chant!
Everyone knows this method, but since the emperor's grandson asked this way, he didn't want to get this answer.

Whoever wants to stand up and say this is tantamount to hitting the muzzle of the gun.

All those present have been officials for many years and are well versed in the way of being an official. Of course they understand this truth.

But other than that, they couldn't think of a better way.

After all, when natural disasters are at hand, how can manpower resist?

Could it be that God can still be pitiful, and the weather can't be warmed up?
So at the end of the day, the ones who should provide disaster relief still need to provide disaster relief.

Seeing that the ministers were silent, Zhu Xiongying began to roll the roll: "Minister of the Household Department, as the authority in charge of household registration and finance, what's your opinion?"

Hearing this, Zhao Mian stood up quickly, cupped his hands and replied: "I think that natural disasters cannot be avoided by manpower, so immediately ask the affected provinces and governments to calculate the number of people affected by the disaster. How much is the harvest of the people's fields, and whether it is enough to cope with this disaster, report it to the court immediately!"

"The imperial court will decide according to the situation, whether to provide relief from the official warehouse, or to allocate money and food from the Ministry of Households. As the year approaches, we must not arouse public resentment due to the disaster!"

"What's more, it's very cold this year. I don't know what will happen next year. After the cold winter, spring plowing is coming again. Spring plowing is the top priority. It is necessary for the state governments to treat the disaster carefully, find out the situation, and detail the conditions. Chen Zuo reported to the imperial court, so that the imperial court can properly arrange the next work!"

"Furthermore, I believe that the imperial court should also send supervisory censors to the disaster area to prevent local officials from under-reporting and concealing, so that the people affected by the disaster will not be able to bathe in the grace of God. It is because the imperial court cannot understand the people's sentiments in the first place!"

As the Minister of the Ministry of Household Affairs, Zhao Mian's ability is naturally beyond doubt.

Moreover, he identified the emperor grandson from a long time ago, firmly supported the emperor grandson, and hugged the emperor grandson's thigh tightly, so when the emperor grandson asked him, of course he did not hesitate to say what he could do. Say what comes to mind.

Zhao Mian even explained it in detail, so that the emperor's grandson, who has just taken office and is not very familiar with government affairs, can think comprehensively and avoid omissions.

"very good!"

Zhu Xiongying nodded, and said: "What Zhao Shangshu said is very good, I will do as you want!"

"As ordered!"

Zhao Mian hastily bowed his hands to accept the order, with a somewhat high-spirited expression on his face.

"but……"

Zhu Xiongying changed the subject, and said: "I still have one thing, who told you to take a look, bring it up!"

After the words were finished, two brothers, Guo Zhen and Guo Xuan, brought up a basin of dark things.

"Carbon?"

When the ministers saw this thing, many people recognized it immediately.

Stone carbon is actually coal. Coal has a long history in China. It was mined by smart Chinese people a long time ago.

But ordinary coal will produce a lot of smoke when it is burned. The smoke contains a lot of harmful substances, and if you are not careful, you will be poisoned and die.

What does it mean that the emperor took out the coal at this time?
Under the suspicious eyes of all the ministers, Zhu Xiongying said slowly: "Nowadays, many places in Daming are affected by the cold, why not burn coal to keep warm?"

The ministers were dumbfounded when they heard this!
Many people know that coal can be burned for heating.

But why no one burns coal for heating?

It's not because once the coal is burned, the smoke will billow and it is highly toxic. Even if the heat is taken, people will die.

What is the difference between this and Emperor Hui of Jin's "Why not eat minced meat"?
Qian Tang's entire expression changed, and he quickly stepped forward and said, "Your Highness, are you really planning to let the people burn coal for warmth?"

Zhu Xiongying nodded calmly: "Yes."

Hearing Zhu Xiongying's words, Qian Tang's old face immediately turned red: "Your Highness, do you know that this coal is poisonous when burned and can kill people?"

Zhu Xiongying smiled and said, "This coal is not poisonous!"

"..."

Qian Tang was so angry that he rolled his eyes, held back for a long time, and spit out two words: "Fun Lord!"

(End of this chapter)