eldest son of Ming dynasty

Chapter 333
The only thing Zhu Houzhao doubted was whether Li Dongyang and Xie Qian ordered such a memorial.Its purpose is also to test the emperor's reaction.

If the emperor listened to the persuasion of the memorial, he would agree with them.

If the emperor didn't listen, but as long as he didn't severely punish those who made the memorial, at least it could be seen that the emperor had no intention of moving the cabinet.

From the point of view of Li and Liu, this is a serious conspiracy, which can significantly strengthen their position in the court.

Zhu Houzhao had no choice.

Because as long as he doesn't want to cause chaos in the court, it is impossible to punish him too severely, otherwise many courtiers who have received the message don't know what to participate in.

"Your Majesty...it's late at night..."

Liu Jin bent down and reminded him from the side.

Zhu Houzhao played with the memorabilia in his hand, smiled and said: "There are masters in the imperial court."

"The tallest person is His Majesty, how can anyone else be higher than His Majesty?"

In fact, it is not good for the emperor to give advice to strengthen the powers of Li and Xie, even if the emperor's reaction is mediocre or negligent, because others can see that there is a rift between the emperor and Li Ge and Xie Ge. Even the memorials are unwilling, which means they still want to get rid of them.

In this way, it will still lead to turmoil.

Therefore, unless you really want to make personnel adjustments at this time, it is the way of 'accepting advice'.

This censor named Rong Zigong had never heard of it before.Suddenly, such a high-level memorial was posted, and Zhu Houzhao felt that someone was definitely pushing the court situation secretly.

Afterwards, he kept this memorandum in order to respond to all changes without change, at least to see what the next move will be.As for the fact that this would cause some commotion, it didn't matter, he still wanted to see the people behind him.

Or, maybe it's because he's overwhelmed.

The most important thing is that he is unwilling to accept this kind of fight. To be honest, in his opinion, this is not a fight, but just internal friction within the civil service system.Because there is no real change in the struggle, and there will be no benefit.

The figure of the emperor left the Qianqing Palace, and before the candles were blown out, there was a picture of Zuo Shu lying under the brush.

After that, he soaked in the fragrant soup. Except for that time, when two nobles came to serve him, after that, Qiu Yun was still in charge, including tonight.

The girl rolled her sleeves and tied a lavender cloth belt around her waist, revealing her arms like snowflakes, her neckline was slightly open, and she was as bright red as Sai Xue.

"Autumn Clouds."

"Huh? Your Majesty calling your servants?" Qiu Yun turned around. She was arranging the clothes that the emperor would change in a while, and now she was going to hang them up.

"How are those two nobles doing in the palace? I went to ask, but I couldn't hear anything but good things."

Qiu Yun kept moving, turned around and picked up a towel to wipe his back, and said: "I heard that this slave is pretty good. Your Majesty has a very good temper, treats people generously, and takes good care of the two nobles. What's wrong? Although this place is more comfortable than Meifu, girls will always marry, and once married, they have to follow the rules of their husband's family."

"That's good." Zhu Houzhao turned his head, "Are you willing to marry someone?"

Qiu Yun paused, and replied with a little embarrassment: "This slave is only willing to be a little maid to serve His Majesty."

Zhu Houzhao suddenly mentioned women at this time, also because he heard a little rumor that Queen Mother Zhang had been waiting for the good news, and it turned out that some time had passed, and the bellies of the two women... hadn't moved.Not only was there no movement, but the monthly cases came one after the other.

These days, it's not the man's fault for such a thing to happen, it's all about the woman's belly.

But Zhu Houzhao has basic biological knowledge.

He was always worried about the fact that Zhengde had no heirs in history.

In fact, although he can't be said to be a dragon and a tiger, he can be regarded as brave and good at fighting. If there is any problem, then... it seems that there is no way out.

It's okay now, and in a few months, if it's still like this, it is estimated that the ministers in the DPRK and China will start to care.

"In a while, after I finish washing, let them wait for me in the bedroom."

"How did Your Majesty forget?" Qiu Yun reminded, "The two nobles are inconvenient. The second noble, hurry up, but it will take two or three days to clean up."

Zhu Houzhao slapped his forehead, and then he sighed, "Then what should we do?"

Then he glanced at Qiuyun,
As a result, after their eyes met, they made their hearts tremble.

There is not much room for romance in the palace, even the hints are so direct.

Serve the emperor to change clothes, and serve him to lie down on the dragon bed.

In the end, with all kinds of thoughts, he left as if fleeing.

……

……

"Rong Zigong Chenghua was born in Shaanxi in the eighth year of Chenghua. His father was a preceptor in a county. He has learned Confucian classics since he was a child and has insight. Let’s go up here today.”

Things in the palace can never be hidden from the cabinet and attendants.

Xie Qian has an advantage, that is, he can discuss things with his son at home.

The atmosphere is a little serious today, and the female family members of the Xie family dare not speak.Only Xie Yizhong was called into the study by the master after the meal, and then there was what he said above.

"Father, Rong Zigong didn't instruct you and Mr. Li Ge to make this tribute?"

"How is it possible?" Xie Qian glanced at his son and was slightly disappointed that he asked this question, "The power of the people is in the hands of the superior. My father and Mr. Li Ge are both ministers who have served His Majesty for several years. What is Your Majesty's character?" , we don’t know? No one can stop someone His Majesty is willing to use, and no one can persuade someone His Majesty doesn’t want to use. Are you asking for trouble for writing such a letter?”

Xie Yizhong still has some basic skills, he frowned, "So, someone wants to disturb the court!"

"It's not unreasonable to talk about chaos. Your Majesty doesn't want to make it messy. No one has the ability. It should be said that he wants to make the situation in the court clearer. Since ancient times, the emperor and the courtiers, hey, if you really want to say, Your Majesty is here He’s still a decent guy in that regard.”

"Are you going to tell His Majesty about the sinister intentions of this person?"

"No, what is your majesty like? How come you can't see this trick?"

"Then we..."

Xie Qian stroked his beard, "If I want the old man to abdicate, I can't do it with just one letter like this. It will definitely point out our other crimes. Besides, there may be someone who is behind the scenes. You have to look at it." Who makes the decision. Believe it for the father, His Majesty is also confused because he doesn't know who it is, and is waiting for him to show up."

As Xie Qian expected,

The emperor chose to keep this in the middle, which obviously gave an unusual signal, that is, he was unwilling to let the cabinet Li and Xie take on more responsibilities.

This kind of silence is actually a relatively obvious political signal.

Last but not least, the emperor cleaned up the womb.

So on the first day after the imperial court was exempted from the court, some officials from science and Taoism began to directly attack the cabinet Li Dongyang for treachery, treachery and bribery, double-deckering.On the surface, he looks clean, but in fact it doesn't work at all, not as good as when Liu Jian was around.

Attacking Xie Qian is saying that he has little talent and shallow morals, and that he made his parents and children the champion when he was the elder, which is really abominable.

In the Ming Dynasty, it was very common for cabinet ministers to be impeached, and it was possible for officials to get rumors about things, no matter how outrageous the charges were.

Therefore, it is also possible to say that it is dangerous, evil, rape and bribery.As for Xie Qian, his son did not have the talent of the champion, but he has the name of the champion. After a while, he caused some troubles, and now there is no way for someone to bring up the old matter again.

But Zhu Houzhao sat on the dragon chair and didn't say a word about it, but he was more convinced that he really didn't like this kind of power struggle without real interests, but he couldn't stop it as an emperor.

Because it's actually human nature.He couldn't order his courtiers not to have the desire to become a court elder.

Of course, it is not his job to study human nature.

He confirmed this matter through a stay in China, that is, someone really missed the position of elder.

The emperor reminded Liu Jin beside him, "After retiring from the court, let the two elders not leave."

"Yes, Your Majesty."

Because there is nothing to do, the morning retreat is extremely fast, and it is okay to have a late breakfast.

Wearing a bright yellow dragon robe, the emperor walked slowly in front, followed by two old men.On the side are some pots and pots with flowers planted inside. This is a small square in front of the temple, through which you can go to the back garden.

"Both of you can see what's going on in the court. Is there anything to say?"

Li Dongyang cupped his hands and said: "My minister apologizes to His Majesty. Some people impeach me, which shows that there are still things that we should not do. There are many omissions on weekdays. I am ashamed of your majesty's kindness."

"Do you really think so?" Zhu Houzhao asked sideways under the sun.

"It's true."

"It's the same with the minister."

The emperor raised his head slightly, with an invisible emotion on his expression, he wanted to calm down the matter.

And one way to calm this matter is to accept advice and add burden to these two people from now on.But Zhu Houzhao was unwilling to use this method.Because he was the emperor, he couldn't let the 'behind the scenes' determine his actions, whether there was a man behind the scenes or not.

The behavior of the emperor, no one should think about deciding, even leading him cannot accept it.

"Since the 12th year of Hongzhi, the imperial court has randomly inspected granaries in some places every year. You have seen the snow in the past two days."

Li Dongyang nodded, "I see, the minister is about to play His Majesty."

"It seems that our monarchs and ministers want to go together." Zhu Houzhao crossed his arms and raised his eyebrows and said, "This year's inspection team, I want two elders to lead the inspection team. When you go out of Beijing and go to places, you can go and see for yourself."

Li Dongyang and Xie Qian were taken aback for a moment, they both saw a trace of surprise in each other's eyes.

But Zhu Houzhao said to himself: "You can relax a little bit in time, the main thing is to watch carefully, especially be careful not to be deceived by the subordinates below. In March, it snows heavily in spring... If you don't have money at this time Liang, I really have no idea in my heart. If there is a tragedy, you say that our monarchs and ministers talk about the names of monarchs and ministers every day, how can we be ashamed?"

"Your Majesty's heart of holiness and love for the people is rare in ancient and modern times!" Li Dongyang said with admiration and resolute acceptance of this holy will: "Your Majesty and Yu Qiao will definitely act impartially and never hide any secrets. We must complete this random inspection. Patrol!"

At the same time, Li Dongyang and Xie Qian thought that this was the emperor's way.

As soon as it is confirmed that there will be disturbances in the court, immediately send these two people out of the capital!No matter how big the vortex is here, the family is not here anyway!
Moreover, this errand was not serious or serious, so it was hard to see what the emperor was thinking.Let's put it seriously, it's really a bit of a shame for Tangtangge to do a job as a patrol censor.But to put it lightly, today's people value the people and local government affairs, you can send Ge Lao to the northwest, send the emperor's teacher to the southeast, and now send Ge Lao to inspect the granary, what's wrong with that?
Even if there is.

A heavy snowfall two days ago can also make it invisible!
In other words, God's invisible snowfall has been counted in.

Both Li Dongyang and Xie Qian sighed for a while, His Majesty the Emperor is indeed an expert in balancing the court, this wrist is slippery, even so, he can't catch the flaw.

As for Zhu Houzhao, he is not a wild ball player with flashy moves, he wants to pursue practical results.It is safest to send them to do this at this time.

For one thing, they themselves have the reputation of Qingliu.

Secondly, when someone fired a gun for no reason, it was time to be vigilant, so you must not dare to "make a breakthrough" at this time, and do things like accepting bribes.

Who will go out to pick up guests when the wind is tight?
In this way, the inspection of the granary can be guaranteed to be effective and authentic to the greatest extent, instead of being a public tour.

Originally, he was still worried, but after Zhang Mao got him to supervise the Northwest Fugong Bank, it was really hard for anyone in the court to give him such trust.Many people are in the name of Qingliu, but not the reality of Qingliu.

At this time, someone suddenly fired such a gun, and it was just right.

"Mr. Li, Mr. Xie." Zhu Houzhao walked up again, "You are elders and bachelors, and you can act cheaply when you get to the place. Don't be afraid of some voices in the court, or be afraid of your hands. Once something happens during the inspection , what should be done according to the law, don't care about who he is, the officials of the Ming Dynasty belong to you the biggest."

"Yes, the minister and the other two bear in mind His Majesty's instruction."

"If you encounter some injustices outside the granary, you have to take care of the serious ones. No matter what, in the eyes of the local officials, you are really big officials. In the eyes of the common people, you can directly contact me. If the injustice The matter is really in your hands, if you don’t care, the people will give up.”

Zhu Houzhao still wanted to say these words.Because the two of them may not dare to do it.

"Yes!"

come out of the palace,
Li Dongyang and Xie Qian had mixed feelings.

"The old man thought that His Majesty would continue to keep those selections."

Xie Qian said, "Same."

They didn't think that the emperor intended to cause any trouble at this time, because they knew the emperor, and it was for no reason. In fact, the emperor didn't like to have a personality of right and wrong.

But it is not easy for the emperor to really restore their past.

In this case, just ignore it and drag it on.

"It seems that we are not as good as His Majesty."

(End of this chapter)