King of Han Dynasty of Ming Dynasty

At dusk.

The venue fell into an eerie silence.

Everyone lowered their heads and frowned at the memorial they copied in their hands.

When the content came into view, everyone's faces turned livid.

They were the ones who had just guessed from Zhu Gaoxu's words that there must be something wrong with the salt.

But I feel that at most, it is nothing more than a threat of corruption.

But they never dreamed that some people would be so courageous.

Not only did they plunder and codify the interests of merchants, but for the sake of profit, some people slapped labels on the heads of merchants who had obtained the right to sell, and imprisoned other people's families. If it were not for the reception of refined salt, The imperial court held back and stipulated that the winner of the sales area must sign for the first time, fearing that all merchants would be silenced directly.

Such bad behavior.

It's simply appalling.

To put it bluntly, I just want them to be used as guns.

"What do you think of the ministers' proposal?"

The ministers kowtowed again and knelt down.

ha?
Isn't this nonsense nonsense?

"Even if we take down those daring officials later, the dead people will never come back, and it will also cause the court to lose a lot of credibility."

Seeing the ministers kneeling on the ground, Zhu Gaoxu stood on the high platform with his hands behind his hands. He glanced coldly at the people in front of him, snorted coldly and said:
"Admit your mistake?"

"How to minimize these impacts and how to maintain the face and credibility of the Ming Dynasty."

"Those who violate national laws will not be allowed to stay under any circumstances."

Otherwise, what else can be done?
It’s impossible to object vocally, right?
If they really objected so stubbornly, who knows if this man deliberately dug a hole for them and waited for them to jump out of.

There is no trick in the middle.

Ministers: "!!!!!!"

Just these bastards messing around and making mistakes.

Not to mention that Zhu Gaojiu wanted to kill people, but after seeing the whole story of the incident, all the ministers wanted to tear these bold bastards to pieces.

Although everyone in the world loves money, there are also many people in the court who have done things by force and plunder.

But no one has ever been so ruthless and decisive, and everything is done within controllable rules.

"I have called you here because I don't want to hear you admit your mistakes."

"But I want you to tell me, what should I do now that such a bad thing has happened?"

"The minister is guilty."

In this regard, they were also very helpless. As officials with great power at the center of the imperial court, what could they do in the face of such solid evidence?
He knew that he was deliberately treating them as gunmen, but he could only admit it with his nose pinched.

"And while they have absolute control over this place, the Jin Yiwei also investigated the entire Ming Dynasty to see if this incident could only happen here, and whether there are similar situations."

The King of Han summoned them to come to discuss matters. As soon as they entered the door, they were cursed and cursed, which completely damaged them from beginning to end.

"The concern for these people's lives has been resolved, otherwise I would be afraid that those worms who did these bastard things would find out about it and die in advance without any evidence."

The King of Han wanted to be both "acting and standing", and not letting a leaf touch his body.

Thinking of this, the ministers in the palace couldn't help but look at each other, and then said:
"The state has national laws, and families have family rules."

I'm afraid that as soon as the words were spoken, a group of soldiers armed with big swords would rush in from behind and capture them. Without even thinking about the charges, they could just label them as 'complicit' and plunge them into a situation of no return. .

Then, Zhu Gaoxu shrugged noncommittally. Instead of directly answering the ministers' suggestions, he looked at the prince aside and asked:

"Everything depends on His Highness the King of Han."

"Anyone who disagrees with the rules set by the imperial court will be dealt with according to the laws of the Ming Dynasty..."

"Boss"

"According to the laws of the Ming Dynasty, whatever should be done should be done."

It makes people shudder just thinking about it.

Not to mention that the brows, eyes, and expressions were all full of murderous intent.

Having said this, the ministers paused, their expressions became extremely solemn, and they changed the subject in vain, saying:
"I think this is the plan for now."

Let them understand how flowers are red and what it means to kill someone at the first level of officialdom.

"but…"

"I wonder, Lord Han, what do you think of this?"

At this moment, everyone finally understood why the King of Han was so angry.

However, everyone also knew that why Zhu Gaoxu asked so much was because he wanted them to take the initiative to clarify the matter and let them propose it, and then he would make a decision.

"The first thing to consider is that now it is best to send a team of people quietly to protect the people who are accused of unwarranted charges."

Do you understand the rhythm of showing off, wanting to set an example, and wanting to kill people?
Why bother asking them about things that have already been decided?

This answer is quite appropriate.

After the words fell, the palace fell into an eerie silence, and everyone's eyes couldn't help but focus on the prince Zhu Gaochi.

The sudden question was completely beyond Zhu Gaochi's expectation, causing him to be stunned. After a moment, he came back to his senses and looked at Zhu Gaochi who asked the question with half-squinted eyes. There was a faint smile on his chubby face, which meant He replied profoundly:
"What's the proposal?"

"Second brother, don't you already have answers and plans in your mind?"

"Why are you here playing charades with us all?"

"Instead of asking us for our opinion, tell us what you think."

"Isn't it?"

After hearing this, a hint of embarrassment flashed across Zhu Gaochi's face, and then he chuckled lightly, without getting too entangled with Zhu Gaochi on this issue, and said to himself:
"Your suggestions are very good."

"but."

"For me, this is not the result I want."

"This time some people dare to violate the imperial order, and this matter is caused by my king's leadership in promoting the Salt Law. Such an action slaps the imperial court in the face, and is no less than a loud slap in the face of my king."

"In order to sound a warning to some people who may still be on the sidelines, it shows the importance our court attaches to it."

"I don't want this case to fall into the hands of others."

"It is up to me, the king, to personally supervise the case."

"At the same time, I also want to see who dares to do such a bold thing."

"I wonder, gentlemen, what do you think?"

This statement came out.

Everyone in the hall couldn't help but look at each other, and subconsciously looked at Zhu Gaoxu with a look of astonishment.

What the hell?
There's nothing wrong with their ears, right?

The Prince of Han, who has the power to supervise the country, went to supervise the case in person?
Are you sick?
Isn't it just some trivial matters about Jia Shang that are worthy of the dignified King of Han's personal visit?

Thinking of this, the officials in the audience couldn't help but feel a sense of suspicion. Is the current Prince Han coming to Yingtian Mansion really to deal with Jia Shang's affairs?
Are you sure you don't have other plans or plans?

You must know that they had heard rumors before and knew that the King of Han failed to leave Yingtian Mansion after he was crowned king. It was His Majesty's intention to go to the fiefdom to become a vassal.

The purpose is to keep the King of Han active under everyone's eyes and prevent the King of Han from following the same path as His Majesty today.

Not only that, they also heard that the King of Han had reported to His Majesty countless times in order to be able to leave Yingtian Mansion.

Didn't the King of Han want to take this opportunity to leave Yingtian Mansion in a legitimate manner? Thinking of this, everyone couldn't help but hesitate.

I didn't know how to answer this question for a while.

It's not that they think they can definitely stop the King of Han from leaving. After all, the emperor is currently on an expedition to Mobei. With Zhu Gaoxu's ability, no one in the court can stop him from leaving.

The King of Han had always wanted to join the vassal state, and there was no Emperor Yongle in Yingtian Mansion.

Zhu Gaoxu did not leave alone because of this.

It seems that the King of Han must have been afraid, or that the two of them had reached some kind of agreement.

In the imperial court, no matter how far you need to go, there will be no consequences if you leave.

For example, does it require the unanimous consent of officials from their cabinet and the six ministries?
Thinking of this, the ministers couldn't help but hesitate. Without saying a word, they all lowered their heads.

Regarding the suspicions in the minds of these courtiers, Zhu Gaoxu could probably guess what they were thinking with his toes.

Wasn't he just worried that he would take the opportunity to leave Yingtian Mansion?
If he really wants to leave, why does he need these people to agree?

As for why he didn't leave?

The reason was obvious, and it was impossible for the old man to let him leave.

Even if he secretly left and went to the fiefdom to become a vassal, the old man would not be able to do anything to him, but with the old man's lessons learned, he must be strictly monitored, as there would probably be countless spies from all forces in the fiefdom.

For this, it makes absolutely no sense.

It would be better to stay in Yingtian Mansion and let the Han Princess develop her power in the fiefdom, which would be the capital to settle down in the later period!

"hehe."

Zhu Gaoxu sneered, glanced at the people in front of him with interest, and directly exposed the small thoughts of the officials, saying:

"okay!"

"My lords, please don't think that this king doesn't know what you are worried about."

"Don't worry, I am just going to deal with this matter, and I will naturally come back after finishing it."

"I won't take the opportunity to leave as you suspect in your hearts."

"Just be careful and put it away!"

"This is Yingtianfu City, let alone the old man. Even if the old man is not here, if I really want to leave, who do you think can keep me here?"

As he said that, he looked at the prince who had nothing to do with himself, and asked with a half-smile:
"Boss"

"Do you think I'm right?"

"Is that so?"

"Did I fool them?"

After a series of questions, Zhu Gaochi came back to his senses, glanced at him steadily, and nodded to the ministers whose eyes were focused on him, indicating that he agreed with Zhu Gaoxu's questions.

Then, his expression condensed slightly, became extremely solemn, and said in a deep voice:

"Second child"

"If you want to do this, go ahead."

"However, we can't be careless in this matter."

"After all, someone who can do such a bad thing must not be a good person."

"Who knows if these people would do anything outrageous if they knew there was no chance of survival."

"Here we go, the number of accompanying personnel must be sufficient."

"Remember not to be too confident."

In response, Zhu Gaoxu shrugged noncommittally, nodded heavily, and said:

"rest assured."

"I know this well."

Then, he half-squinted his eyes and looked around at the ministers in the audience with a cold and stern look. His voice became extremely low and he said:

"This matter is about Xijiang."

"I don't want any news to leak out."

"As long as I find out that anyone dares to leak any information, I will definitely regard you as those people's allies, regardless of whether you do it intentionally or unintentionally."

Say it.

He didn't give these people a chance to react or answer at all. He turned to look at Ji Gang, the commander-in-chief of the Jinyiwei who had been kneeling on the ground without saying a word and looking frightened, and said in a deep voice:

"Ji Gang."

"Don't say that I won't give you a chance."

"Let all the royal guards move for me."

"One is to collect the entire territory of the Ming Dynasty, but similar incidents have occurred."

"Second."

As he spoke, Zhu Gaoxu glanced at the ministers in the palace with deep meaning and said without hesitation:
"Look at Yingtian Mansion. Is there anyone who is cheating on me and deliberately passing on any news to me?"

"As long as there is anyone, regardless of official position, I, as the supervisor of the country, grant you my privileges. As long as there is evidence, you can be directly taken to the prison for interrogation. If you resist, you can be executed first and then reported."

"Jizuna here. You have already disappointed me once. I don't want it to happen again this time."

"If it happens again, I will report it to His Majesty and take off the black gauze hat on your head."

"Do you understand?"

After hearing this, Ji Gang, who was kneeling on the ground, suddenly froze, a trace of joy flashed across his face, and then everything was restrained.

He was very clear in his heart that he had passed this test for the time being, and he would not be held accountable for the time being, but it would depend on his future performance. Then Ji Gang did not dare to hesitate at all, and replied loudly and respectfully:

"Prince Han, don't worry."

"If Wei Chen fails to handle this matter again, there is no need for the King of Han to take action. Wei Chen will ask to be imprisoned and his head will be sacrificed."

With such an answer, Zhu Gaoxu nodded with satisfaction and waved his hand to indicate that he could leave.

After receiving the order, Ji Gang bowed and saluted, saying:
"promise!"

"Wei Chen retire."

After that, he turned around and strode away without any hesitation.

However, when leaving, Ji Gang's sinister eyes, like an aquiline hook, inadvertently passed over the ministers in the palace. The meaning here is self-evident.

This look, combined with the fact that Zhu Gaoxu didn't shy away from them just now, and gave Ji Gang the task, made all the officials in the palace feel on pins and needles.

Everyone was holding back a lot of anger in their hearts, but they didn't dare to show any anger.

After all, Zhu Gaoxu's arrangement seemed to be aimed at them and he did not trust them, but in a sense, there was no problem with other people's arrangements.

Who dares to object or make an opinion?
Who knows if this unconventional King of Han will take the opportunity to brand them as an unwarranted 'accomplice'?
For this reason, everyone was afraid that they would feel very unhappy, so they had to hold their noses and admit it.

Zhu Gaoxu, who had seen everyone's expressions in front of him, had an intriguing coldness flashing in the depths of his eyes. He waved his hands to everyone and said:

"okay."

"My lords, if nothing happens, just go about your business."

"Boss, please stay here for a while and don't leave. I have something to tell you." (End of Chapter)