Daming: I can’t kill such a greedy prince-in-law?

"it is good!"

Ouyang Lun nodded.

Seeing Ouyang Lun agree so smoothly, Zhu Yuanzhang looked puzzled. After thinking for a while, he asked again: "Ouyang Lun, are you very busy recently?"

Hearing this, Ouyang Lun said angrily: "Grand Emperor, you are asking even though you already know the answer! Now all the things happening in the court have been brought to our attention, how can we not be busy!"

"Be busy!" Zhu Yuanzhang nodded repeatedly, and then continued: "Well, since you are busy, let the emperor join in. Being an emperor is not much different from doing business. Let him learn from you!"

"After all, it is the royal family's own business. As the emperor, he must understand it clearly."

"I hope he can handle it himself in the future, then you will feel more relaxed."

"Ouyang Lun, please don't play tricks on me. You must teach me seriously. And don't always think about being lazy. What good is this laziness?"

Hearing what Zhu Yuanzhang said, Ouyang Lun immediately rolled his eyes in his heart.

I rely on!

Old Zhu, you are really the typical example of someone who wants both!

You asked Zhu Biao to get involved because you were worried that if I handled it alone, I would tamper with it and put your money into my own pocket. We have known each other for such a long time. Do you think Ouyang Lun is that kind of person? !

How could I care about your little things? !

Mr. Zhu, your words are not very hurtful, but they are extremely insulting.

Ouyang Lun wanted to complain about Zhu Yuanzhang for more than just this. For example, Zhu Yuanzhang had just emphasized that Ouyang Lun should teach Zhu Biao well and not be lazy just because Zhu Biao joined the group.

Heaven and earth conscience!
Although Ouyang Lun had to let go of the management many times in the past because of Zhu Biao's joining, his guidance during the process was never vague. Moreover, Zhu Biao was a studious and inquisitive person. Even if Ouyang Lun didn't care, Zhu Biao would come over and ask questions.

Didn't you do it beautifully that time?
Now you tell us not to be lazy, you really don't treat me as a human being!

It's not that you two, father and son, haven't figured out the situation yet. The year-end bonus is entirely for the purpose of increasing the income for the royal family, clan members and the harem. It has nothing to do with you. No matter from which angle you look at it, it was you, Zhu Yuanzhang, who begged us to do it!
What's going on now is that it's like we owe you something?
Uncle can tolerate it, but aunt can’t!

Anyway, there are no outsiders here, so Ouyang Lun doesn't need to give face to anyone and just starts to fight back.

"Your Majesty, what you said is wrong!"

"You just asked me if I was busy, and I thought you, the Emperor, really cared about me! But you thought I was just being lazy!"

"Regarding the year-end bonus, it is ultimately an internal matter of the royal family. It is quite nice of me, a royal consort, to be involved in this matter! If it were a matter of other families, would I have any idea about it? Would I still care?"

"And you? You said it as if this is what I should do."

"As I said just now, most of the government affairs will come to me now. The Beijing-Pingcheng Railway has just been put on the right track, and there are many things that need to be monitored. There are also taxes and various reforms. Which one does not require my attention?"

"Now we've added a health supplement. We've already made the health supplements. It's like feeding you food, and yet you still think I haven't made enough!"

"I fully support the Emperor's brother-in-law's participation in this year-end bonus project, but you want me to teach well and give me enough time to handle government affairs. I'm really worried that I will die suddenly!"

"I think it's better for His Majesty the Emperor to decide this matter himself."

Ouyang Lun’s response this time was very blunt!

Upon hearing what Ouyang Lun said, Zhu Yuanzhang was so angry that his eyes widened. How dare you, Ouyang Lun, be so presumptuous! You have become too powerful!
Although he abdicated, he was still the supreme ruler of the people and the emperor emeritus!

Zhu Yuanzhang was very unhappy when he heard Ouyang Lun's crazy words against him, but Zhu Yuanzhang also understood that Ouyang Lun was so bold because he saw that there was no one around.

Zhu Yuanzhang really wanted to punish Ouyang Lun, but after thinking about it, he suddenly felt that it was quite good to have Ouyang Lun dare to talk to him like this.

Besides, there is no other person here, so there is not much point in holding Ouyang Lun responsible. If he really punishes Ouyang Lun severely for this matter and the news gets out, others will think that he, Zhu Yuanzhang, just found a random excuse to deal with Ouyang Lun, and they will say that he, Zhu Yuanzhang, is narrow-minded!

After all, no one would have thought that Ouyang Lun would dare to retort in front of Zhu Yuanzhang.

Conspiracy!

This is absolutely a naked conspiracy.

The more Zhu Yuanzhang thought about it, the angrier he became. He glared at Ouyang Lun, but Ouyang Lun was not afraid at all. If Zhu Yuanzhang really wanted to deal with him, he would have taken action as soon as he opened his mouth. However, Zhu Yuanzhang did not say a word until he finished speaking, which showed that Zhu Yuanzhang had no way to deal with him!
In that case, what do I have to be afraid of?

Kill the entire clan? !

Even Zhu Yuanzhang himself would be killed.

Kill only him?
You, Old Zhu, have to ask your wife, your son, your daughter, your officials, your descendants, and the people of the world whether they agree or not!

Remove him from all relations?!

Haha, that's perfect. Whoever wants to be an official who is treated like a slave, constantly exploited, and like a beast of burden can do so!
In a word, in the current situation, Ouyang Lun is not afraid at all!
Seeing his brother-in-law Ouyang Lun and his father Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang glaring at each other, almost staring at each other, Zhu Biao next to him quickly spoke up.

"Father, brother-in-law, I know the situation well!"

"Regarding this year-end bonus project, I will definitely follow it through from beginning to end. Don't worry, Father. After this year or the year after next at the latest, I will take on the responsibility of this matter. I will definitely not reduce the income of my royal family by even a penny! I will even strive for a more impressive growth in income!"

Zhu Biao quickly expressed his position to Zhu Yuanzhang.

After hearing Zhu Biao's words, Zhu Yuanzhang's expression eased a lot.

Zhu Biao then looked at Ouyang Lun and continued, "Brother-in-law, this is really thanks to you. Since the queen mother's health deteriorated, many things of the royal family have been neglected. If you hadn't reminded me today, this matter would have been neglected!"

"Please rest assured, brother-in-law. I am here not only to learn from you, but also to help you. We will definitely be able to get this done together and make Father and Mother happy."

"Brother-in-law, I remember you seem to have the habit of taking a nap. It's almost noon now. My father and I will not keep you here."

After saying this, Zhu Biao kept winking at Ouyang Lun, and the meaning was very clear, which was to let Ouyang Lun leave quickly to avoid a fight between the two sides.

You should know that Ouyang Lun and Zhu Yuanzhang had fought once before during the Chinese New Year. Fortunately, the news was blocked at the scene and a lot of arrangements were made, so it was not spread.

But there is no impenetrable wall in this world. From time to time, we still hear some rumors, such as the fact that the retired emperor Zhu Yuanzhang and his son-in-law Ouyang Lun had a fight because of their different ideas, and it was the emperor Zhu Yuanzhang who was defeated.

Fortunately, Zhu Biao blocked the news in time and did not let such news reach Zhu Yuanzhang's ears, otherwise there would have been a bloody storm.

So the best way now is to let Ouyang Lun leave first.

Ouyang Lun naturally understood it immediately, and was quite satisfied with Zhu Biao's initiative to mediate. He nodded first, and then said: "Look, our emperor's brother-in-law is really a man of vision, height, and tolerance. He is not like some people who are obviously very narrow-minded, but still don't let others say anything!" "Forget it, if I really care about such a person, I am afraid I will become a person who cares about it!"

"Let's go, I've been busy all morning, but I'm actually a little sleepy."

After saying that, Ouyang Lun yawned, waved his hand and left.

Seeing Ouyang Lun's free and easy attitude, Zhu Yuanzhang was very angry. Although Ouyang Lun was praising Zhu Biao in his words, he was actually indirectly cursing Zhu Yuanzhang!
He praised Zhu Biao for his broad vision and great tolerance, but on the contrary, he was saying that Zhu Yuanzhang had no vision and was narrow-minded! !

After Ouyang Lun left, seeing that Zhu Yuanzhang was still angry, Zhu Biao had no choice but to continue to comfort him, "Father, my brother-in-law didn't mean that."

"What does he mean then?!"

"My brother-in-law really didn't target you, Father."

"He's not targeting us. Is there anyone else here besides us father and son?!"

"Forehead"

Ouyang Lun naturally had no idea about the communication between Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao, father and son, after he left. He also didn't have the mind to know about it because he had more important things to deal with now.

That is to determine the year-end gifts as soon as possible.

Now that we have obtained the consent of the Emperor and the Retired Emperor, and the New Year is approaching, we should finalize this matter as soon as possible so that many subsequent matters can proceed smoothly.

Ouyang Lun did not go to the Ministry of Revenue, but came to the Cabinet Yamen.

The Cabinet, as the central institution of the Ming Dynasty, can be said to be above all other government offices. All government affairs of the Ming Dynasty must first be summarized and processed here.

As the chief minister of the cabinet, Ouyang Lun is the undisputed master here.

Of course, Ouyang Lun is quite lazy. He has only come here a few times since he became the prime minister of the cabinet.

When the people in the cabinet saw Ouyang Lun coming, they were stunned at first, and then they quickly stood up and saluted.

"I've met Mr. Chief Assistant!"

"Well! You continue with your work and don't pay attention to me." Ouyang Lun nodded slowly, then continued to walk into the Cabinet Office.

In addition to the Prime Minister, there are several cabinet ministers in the cabinet. When encountering problems, everyone discusses them together. Of course, as the Prime Minister, Ouyang Lun does not have such a strong desire for control. Whoever has time can handle the affairs of the cabinet, and he basically does not care about it. Nothing has happened so far.

"Prince-in-law?!"

Song Lian, the cabinet minister on duty, was a little surprised when he saw Ouyang Lun walk in.

"Oh, it's Lao Song!"

Ouyang Lun saw Song Lian and smiled, "It's your turn today."

"Yes, yes, there are usually not many people in our cabinet. Lord Li usually just comes here to sit and leave. The cabinet affairs are mainly handled by Lord Lu and I." Song Lian was embarrassed to mention Ouyang Lun, mainly because in the cabinet office, Ouyang Lun would not be seen for ten days or half a month, and everyone would feel embarrassed if he mentioned him.

"Haha, Lao Song and Lao Lu, you have worked hard. We should each do our part, and only then can we develop our Ming Dynasty well!"

Ouyang Lun said with a smile.

"Yes Yes."

Song Lian nodded and muttered to himself, "You are the Prime Minister of the Cabinet, so whatever you say goes."

"My Lord, why are you here today?"

Song Lian knew Ouyang Lun well. He was the kind of person who would not come to the cabinet without a reason. So he must have something to tell the cabinet at this time.

"Oh, I did come here for something."

Ouyang Lun nodded, "As for me! I just came from the Emperor Retired and His Majesty. Emperor Retired and His Majesty, isn't it the end of the year soon? Let me be fully responsible for this year's year-end bonuses!"

"This is a big deal, so I wanted to come over and get everyone to discuss it together. What do you think?"

"Year-end bonus? That's a big deal!" Song Lian nodded repeatedly, "Then I'll call a few cabinet ministers over!"

"Yes." Ouyang Lun nodded and added: "Let's call the specific heads of the six ministries, especially the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of Personnel. Some things still require their full cooperation. His Majesty will follow up on this matter when the time comes. We can't be careless!"

"Your Majesty also wants to participate!" Song Lian was shocked. In previous years, the emperor would not participate in this matter. However, he soon understood. After all, the health of the person in the harem was getting worse and worse.

"Don't worry, my Lord, I will call everyone I can right away."

After saying this, Song Lian hurriedly left the yamen.

Soon, cabinet ministers such as Song Lian, Lu Chang, and Li Shanchang all came to the cabinet yamen. In addition, there were also ministers and vice ministers from the Ministry of Revenue, Ministry of Rites, Ministry of Personnel and other departments.

Ouyang Lun undoubtedly sat in the main seat.

"Ahem, my lords, this is the first time I have gathered you all together since I became the Prime Minister of this cabinet."

"I think everyone knows why I called you here."

Ouyang Lun knew very well that Song Lian must have told others about the matter when he called people, so he didn't need to say more.

"Year-end gift, this is what Daming has been doing every year in recent years."

"Many people are looking forward to this year-end gift, and it may even lead to something popular next year!"

"It can also be considered as a disguised way to improve the economy."

As Ouyang Lun spoke, he observed the changes in the expressions of the people present. No one objected to what he said. Even Li Shanchang, who always liked to oppose Ouyang Lun, was listening carefully at this moment.

"Since everyone has no objections, I will start arranging tasks directly!"

"Regarding the news about the year-end gifts, all the major official media should spread the word as soon as possible, so that the people can start discussing this and stir up the topic. Once everyone is discussing this, it can also distract the people and avoid other problems at the end of the year." After saying this, Ouyang Lun looked at Li Shanchang next to him, "Master Li, what do you think?"

"Uh" (End of this chapter)