Daming: Dad, you are really not good at governing the country

Chang Qingyun frowned slightly, looking solemn, and slowly said: "Third brother, I'm afraid that a group of conservative ministers are secretly fanning the flames behind this matter.

They have always been conservative and only want to maintain the status quo.

They are hostile to any change and are unwilling to make the slightest compromise.”

Zhu Gang nodded slightly, his eyes firm.

"Sister-in-law is absolutely right, I will never let their conspiracy succeed.

However, the situation in the court is complicated, and the forces of various parties are intertwined.

We need to take a long-term view to find a solution.”

Xie Yuer looked worried, her beautiful eyes full of concern.

He gently pulled Zhu Gang's sleeve and said, "My husband, you must be careful and cautious in your actions.

Those conservative ministers have been in the court for many years, and they are cunning and treacherous. Don't put yourself in danger."

Zhu Gang turned to look at Xie Yuer, his eyes full of determination and tenderness.

He gently held her hand and said, "Yuer, for the bright future of Ming Dynasty and for the peace and prosperity of the people of the world.

Even if I am in a dangerous situation, I will never retreat. "

At this moment, a burst of rapid footsteps came.

Zhu Biao, wearing a gorgeous prince's dragon robe and a Yishan crown on his head, hurried into the hall with steady yet hurried steps.

His expression was as solemn as ice, and his face was full of worry.

"Third brother, Yu'er, something terrible has happened!"

Zhu Biao's voice sounded a little anxious, "I just received accurate information that those conservative ministers have joined forces with several influential nobles in the court.

They were going to submit a joint petition in the court, using the absurd reason of "disturbing the foundation of the country" to resolutely resist the "national aid bonds" and merchants from joining the "council".

Not only that, they also instigated a number of officials who were unaware of the truth to join in. It looks like this matter is going to become a big deal!
Nowadays, the censors from the Censorate in the court like to impeach ministers based on hearsay.

If we are not careful, they will catch us and put us in an irretrievable situation."

Although Zhu Biao was the crown prince, he still spoke calmly and dignified even in such an anxious situation.

Although he was anxious, he remained sensible and every move he made demonstrated the demeanor that a crown prince should have.

Zhu Gang's expression suddenly became serious and he clenched his fists tightly.

He said angrily: "These people are really going too far!
For his own selfish reasons, he would do anything to achieve his goal, totally disregarding the future and destiny of the Ming Dynasty!
Brother, we can't just sit there and wait for death, we must take action!"

Zhu Biao nodded slightly, his eyes were calm but could not hide his deep worry.

"Third brother, I know you are very angry, but you need to be calm right now.

Since they are preparing to submit a joint memorial, they must have planned it carefully and come prepared.

We must come up with a comprehensive response plan as soon as possible, otherwise these two changes that are crucial to the Ming Dynasty will suffer a heavy blow and go to waste!"

Chang Qingyun's brows were tightly furrowed and her beautiful eyes were moving.

After thinking for a moment, she said, “It seems like they want to catch us off guard.

The most urgent task is to find out the specific content and reasons of their memorial so that we can refute it in a targeted manner.

There have always been civil and military struggles, open and covert attacks in the court.

We have to show some real skills to let them know that we are not helpless and can be manipulated by others."

Zhu Gang pondered for a moment and said slowly: "Sister-in-law is right.

Brother, I think we can start with those officials who have been instigated and send people to communicate with them privately.

Know it with reason, move it with emotion.

Analyze the interests involved and divide their camps.

At the same time, we must also speed up the collection of strong evidence to support the "National Aid Bonds" and the merchants' participation in the "Council".

Take overseas trade for example. How much tax revenue has it brought to the imperial court in recent years? If it can be further developed, how much help will it bring to the Ming Dynasty's national strength?

These must be sorted out in detail, and I will be prepared to argue with them in court."

Before Zhu Biao could respond, a guard wearing a Feiyu costume and an embroidered spring sword on his waist suddenly ran in hurriedly with a nervous look on his face.

He knelt on one knee and reported loudly: "Your Highness Prince Jin, Your Highness the Crown Prince.

I just received a secret report from the Imperial Guards that a group of unidentified people are spreading rumors throughout the capital.

They said that the "National Aid Bonds" were a means for the imperial court to squeeze the people's money and that it was an outright scam.

He also said that once merchants joined the "Council", the foundation of the Ming Dynasty would be shaken and the world would fall into chaos.

Now people in Yingtian Prefecture are in panic, and the people are talking about it, and all kinds of rumors are flying around.

There are many people from all walks of life in and outside the capital, and news spreads very quickly, like a spark that spreads across the prairie.

If it is not stopped in time, it may cause chaos and the situation will be out of control."

When everyone heard this, their faces changed.

Xie Yuer looked anxious, with her brows furrowed.

"What should I do?
If rumors are not stopped in time, they will be like a flood or a beast.

I am afraid that it will seriously affect the people's trust in the "National Aid Coupons" and will cause more people to blindly oppose businessmen joining the "Council".

This will make the road to change more difficult and arduous.”

Zhu Gang took a deep breath and suppressed the anger in his heart.

He said in a deep voice: “It seems that the person behind this is extremely ruthless, not only exerting pressure in the court, but also trying to prevent the reform.

They also attempted to disrupt public opinion and shake people's hearts.

We have to act separately!
Brother, you have high prestige in the court and extensive connections.

I will be responsible for urgently discussing with the ministers in the court who support us how to respond to the joint memorial.

Sister-in-law, please use the Chang family's connections in Beijing to secretly help investigate the source of the rumors.

We must curb it as soon as possible and never allow this undercurrent to continue surging.

Yu'er and I arranged people to post notices in places with high traffic flow throughout the capital.

The wording of the notice must be easy to understand and explain in simple terms.

Let the people understand the many benefits that "National Aid Coupons" and merchants joining the "Council" will bring to themselves and the Ming Dynasty.

To set the record straight and calm this storm."

Zhu Biao nodded, his expression solemn.

"Okay, without further ado, let's act immediately.

Third brother, this situation is serious and it seems like a matter of life and death.

We must be careful and cautious, and never let their conspiracy succeed.

The Ming dynasty still depends on us brothers working together to protect it."

Zhu Gang continued solemnly, "Brother, regarding the management of the rights and interests of the 'National Aid Notes', I think we can refer to the management methods of the Ming Dynasty Bank.

Set up a special regulatory agency and assign capable people to be in charge.

To ensure that the use of funds is open and transparent, and every account is clear, so that the people can rest assured.

At the same time, the exchange rules and deadlines for the "National Aid Bonds" were clarified and posted in the form of articles so that investors could clearly understand their rights and interests.

As for businessmen joining the 'council', a reasonable threshold can be set.

For example, a businessman must pay a certain amount of tax within a certain period of time, or make outstanding contributions to the local economy, such as building roads and bridges, or developing water conservancy projects.

This will not only motivate merchants to participate actively, but also select capable and responsible people to join the "Council" to make suggestions for the development of Ming Dynasty." (End of this chapter)