The Holy Emperor of Ming

Chapter 261: The war is about to begin and the women express their opinions

“As for the money that those hired to buy their bodies have to pay, let them ask whoever they gave the money to for it.

The person being hired does not have to bear any responsibility.

That's the general idea. The cabinet will perfect it, send it to all parts of the Ming Dynasty, and the government will announce its implementation." Zhu Houzhao said seriously.

"Your Majesty, those hired might not accept this." Ma Wensheng said in embarrassment.

This policy is clearly too biased towards those who have been sold.

As for the prohibition of buying and selling human beings, they were not too surprised because this had already been implemented in Jin.

They were mentally prepared.

"It seems a little unfair, but many things are unfair. If they are not convinced, then let them endure it." Zhu Houzhao said domineeringly and forcefully.

The three cabinet members said no more.

Although everyone present here will be the victim of the interests.

But still no one said a word.

Because no one cares about that little bit of profit.

Moreover, most people support Your Majesty almost unconditionally, and Your Majesty's momentum is unstoppable.

"By the way, why not just abolish all slave classes? There should be no slave classes in the Ming Dynasty." Zhu Houzhao suddenly remembered this.

"Your Majesty, the Ministry of Education?" Xie Qian asked.

"Disband them and give all the women 100 taels of silver so that they can find their own way out. They can also stay for a few more days and the court may be able to arrange a way out for them." Zhu Houzhao said without hesitation.

"Yes."

"I am so angry that I am confused. Wouldn't it be better to just abolish all household registration restrictions and change everyone to civilian status?

The same was true of Taizu. He was fine in other aspects except that he loved his children too much and his thinking was too limited.

I just thought that everyone would live an honest life according to the tradition passed down from father to son, and it would never change.

is it possible?

You can tell at a glance that he is an extremely stubborn old man." Zhu Houzhao went off topic again and said angrily.

Everyone's scalp tingled, and most of them pretended not to hear it.

"Your Majesty, when Taizu first established his country, people's livelihood was declining and all industries were in ruins. Many systems, including the household registration system, were basically the most suitable for the time being.

Now it may seem that times have changed, but at that time, it was appropriate." Ma Wensheng said seriously.

As for the point that he loved his children too much, he didn't dare to mention it.

Zhu Houzhao thought about it and nodded: "Old Ma, what you said is quite right, it's just that I didn't say it comprehensively, and we can't blame Taizu entirely.

In fact, it is because the emperors of later generations were not good enough and did not know how to change. "

“Your Majesty, it is better not to abolish the household registration system for now.

It would be safer to wait until this rectification and cleansing is completed before proceeding, and local governments can also be relieved of pressure. "Liu Jian said.

As for dissuading this, they never thought about it.

The establishment of the new army, the abolition of the guards, the establishment of the four major colleges of the Imperial College and the new community schools had long since stopped taking the household registration system seriously.

It is only a matter of time before it is completely abolished.

"Okay, let's wait until it's over." Zhu Houzhao thought about it and agreed.

"Okay, there's nothing else to do, let's get busy.

Let’s wait until the factory guards come up with a plan.” Zhu Houzhao waved his hand.

The crowd dispersed, and everyone felt extremely solemn.

They knew that once they took action, it would mean that the imperial court had officially declared war on the Ming Dynasty's martial arts forces.

The fragile veil that has been in place for the past three years between the two sides will be completely torn apart.

Although they had great confidence in the Ming Dynasty court and His Majesty, they couldn't help but feel heavy when they thought about the unfathomable and complex strength of the martial arts forces.

Only Zhu Houzhao, Fu Tianxiang, Hua Zhenzhen and Wei Jinzhong were left there.

“Your Majesty, I can write a letter back to my master and persuade him to support Your Majesty.” Fu Tianxiang said firmly.

"I can do it too." Hua Zhenzhen said without any surprise.

Obviously, the two women had already discussed it secretly during this period of time.

“Okay, but don’t force it. You are you and your master is your master.” Zhu Houzhao smiled warmly.

Fu Tianjiao and the other two didn't say much.

I just continued to think about how to persuade the elders in the sect to support me.

Zhu Houzhao brought a few people back to the Qianqing Palace. The women were waiting there, all with serious expressions, obviously having heard a lot of information.

Zhu Houzhao asked the palace maids to serve dinner. He did not hide anything and told everything angrily.

This included the fact that there would no longer be brothels or gambling houses in the Ming Dynasty, and that action would be taken against gangs in towns. Nothing was hidden at all.

As they listened, the expressions of the women gradually changed.

In addition to the same passionate and gentle gazes, they also became solemn one after another.

"Your Majesty." After Zhu Houzhao stopped talking with a look of reluctance, Lian Xiuxiu stood up and saluted, her eyes red as she said, "On behalf of thousands of prostitutes in the brothel, I would like to thank Your Majesty."

"What are you thanking me for? This is what I should do. This kind of identity should not exist in our Ming Dynasty.

We, the women of the Ming Dynasty, must stand proudly between heaven and earth and must not become playthings to be abused by others. " Zhu Houzhao waved his hand and said proudly as a matter of course.

The strange light in the women's eyes as they looked at their husbands became even more intense.

Contains hints of passion and tenderness.

"Your Majesty is right. Who says women are inferior to men? Those brothels should be eradicated and everyone involved should be killed." Yao Yue spoke with murderous intent, as if she hated evil.

She felt even more proud in her heart, because her husband was indeed the most unique.

The look she gave that man was like autumn water.

"The brothel has existed for more than a thousand years. If we kill all of them, it would be too complicated. It would be best to only kill those who forced women into prostitution and severely punish those who aided and abetted the tyrant.

Your Majesty, I support your decision.

I am willing to write a letter back to my master, asking him to support His Majesty and the court." Qin Mengyao said solemnly.

Yao Yue glanced at him sideways and said nothing more.

She herself knew that it was impossible to kill them all.

Jin Bingyun nodded and said, "I also support this and will write a letter back to my sect."

"I will also write home and ask my father to support Your Majesty." Yin Tianxue followed up.

Fu Tianjiao and Hua Zhenzhen nodded again to express their attitude.

The five women of the righteous sect all expressed their opinions. Yao Yue said without hesitation: "Yihua Palace belongs to me, so it naturally belongs to your Majesty. Although Yihua Palace is not as good as those righteous sects, it is also enough to influence several prefectures."

Yihua Palace is a powerful force, and everything from food and clothing to daily expenses costs money.

Naturally, they also have their own sphere of influence and provide tributes of money and grain.

There are many gangs that obey orders.

“The Tianming Cult belongs to your Majesty, your Majesty only needs to speak.

The Tianming Cult controls dozens of brothels and more than 20 gangs in various places, but after I took charge, there has been no forced prostitution or oppression of the people. I am willing to let the factory guards conduct a thorough investigation. "Bai Fanghua said calmly.

She actually felt uncomfortable.

If all brothels and gangs were really banned, more than half of the power of the Tianming Cult would be eliminated.

But His Majesty has made up his mind, so she naturally knows what to choose.

And putting aside her own interests, she was also happy that her husband was actually going to abolish brothels and give all women dignity.

This was something she had never thought about, nor dared to think about.

Before today, if anyone other than His Majesty told her that all brothels in the Ming Dynasty would be banned, she would never believe it.

How is that possible?

But when her husband said it at this moment, she believed it without hesitation.

"Your Majesty, there is nothing I can do to help you." Bai Qing'er said aggrievedly.

"Your Majesty, I can't help you in any way." Luo Xian said coldly.

"It's okay." Zhu Houzhao smiled indifferently.

Lian Xiuxiu glanced at Shangguan Xiaoxian who looked depressed, and said knowingly, "Your Majesty, I will contact some sisters to help the Jinyiwei."

"Okay, tomorrow, no, you should leave the palace directly after dinner and go to discuss this with Guo Bujing and the others. The sooner the better. Old Guo and the others will definitely discuss it all night." Zhu Houzhao said decisively.

"Yes." Lian Xiuxiu nodded happily.

She entered the palace just to improve the status of some brothel girls.

She never thought that there would be a day when all the sisters in the brothel would be able to escape from the sea of ​​suffering.

Looking at this man, his figure was all in her mind, without a single moment of space left.

Willing to do anything for it, even die.

"Xiu Xiu, I was just about to discuss with you the future placement of those brothel girls, this is very important.

Think about it carefully, and we will discuss it tomorrow afternoon." Zhu Houzhao said again.

"Yes." Lian Xiuxiu's heart sank and she nodded in understanding.

She knew what this meant. As long as she was a prostitute, she would never be able to wash away this mark for the rest of her life.

If they are not properly resettled, the fate that awaits the brothel girls will not be very good.

Then, my heart felt sweet again.

"Your Majesty, you are very gentle."

"Your Majesty." Finally, Shangguan Xiaoxian stood up and was about to kneel down.

Zhu Houzhao raised his hand and helped him up, asking puzzledly, "Xiaoxian, what are you doing?"

After saying that, he thought of something.

The rest of the women were not surprised.

Clean up the gangs behind brothels and gambling houses, as well as those that oppress the people. No matter which one it is, the Money Gang will certainly not escape.

Even the Jinqian Gang is considered one of the most powerful gangs in the Ming Dynasty.

Naturally, one of the most problematic gangs.

Shangguan Xiaoxian is the daughter of Shangguan Jinhong, the leader of the Jinqian Gang, so she is also involved.

"Your Majesty, I cannot hide it from you." Shangguan Xiaoxian's eyes suddenly turned red, leaving two lines of tears. Her breathtakingly beautiful face looked pitiful, and her confidence and domineering aura were gone. She said sadly:
"My father, Shangguan Jinhong, is the leader of the Money Gang.

The Money Gang is filled with all kinds of dirty and filthy things.

I once advised my father, but he ignored me.

I am truly ashamed of your majesty."

Yao Yue, Luo Xian, Er Bai, and Yin Tianxue all secretly curled their lips and looked disdainful.

"Only a fool would believe this little trick."

"Ah, this is not your fault." Zhu Houzhao sighed, walked over without hesitation, stretched out his hand to wipe the cheek that seemed to be as delicate as a baby's, and said gently: "Your father is your father, and you are you.

Although you are not kind, I believe that you will not do such things in the future. "

The five ladies of Yaoyue: “…”

'Your Majesty~! '

Five pairs of eyes looked at it dimly.

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