Emperor Chongzhen was too extreme.

Chapter 47 Prophecy: The Celestial Empire will prosper, and all barbarians will be punished!

In the British Duke's mansion.

Although it was completely dark, Zhang Weixian was still pacing back and forth in the courtyard, occasionally looking up at the sky.

He had already heard the news that His Majesty had ordered all the generals of the Beijing Garrison to attend the morning court tomorrow.

However, His Majesty has not yet issued him any new decrees, which makes him very anxious.

Moreover, today's astrological aspects are a bit strange.

This is one of the reasons why he kept pacing and looking up at the sky.

On weekdays.

The sky full of stars that you can see when you look up at night seems much dimmer tonight for some reason.

On the contrary, in the east, a star shone unusually brightly.

In the four cardinal directions of this brightest star, there are four dim and indistinct stars that surround it.

Generally speaking.

Unusual or strange astrological signs have historically been considered a sign that something bad might happen.

But for that.

Zhang Weixian didn't think much of it, but occasionally glanced at it out of curiosity as he paced around.

on the one hand.

Just like how a twitching right eye means you haven't slept well, but a twitching left eye means you're about to have good luck.

Zhang Weixian wouldn't be so idle as to create trouble for himself.

Moreover, although tonight's astrological configuration is unusual and rare, it is not enough to cause widespread public alarm.

on the other hand.

He was so anxious and preoccupied with thinking about tomorrow's court assembly that he had no time to think about these other random things.
"Your Majesty's actions are always dramatic and impactful, so this must be a major undertaking. But why haven't I received any new decrees yet?"

"Does His Majesty have more important matters to attend to, or does His Majesty intend to summon me to the palace after tomorrow?"

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Various speculations arose in Zhang Weixian's mind, causing him to pace faster and faster.

Just then, his trusted steward hurried to his side and whispered, "Someone from the palace has come to summon you to the palace."

Zhang Weixian took a deep breath, overjoyed.

finally come!

With this mindset, Zhang Weixian saw the unusual astrological signs tonight as extremely auspicious omens!

Not long after.

Zhang Weixian was then taken to the Qianqing Palace.

After paying his respects to the Emperor, Zhang Weixian finally heard the words he had longed to hear countless times.

"At tomorrow's court assembly, I will remove the obstacles hindering your reform of the Beijing Garrison."

Zhang Weixian took a deep breath, composed himself, knelt down, and bowed his head, saying:

"Your subject Zhang Weixian kowtows to express his gratitude for Your Majesty's grace, and will certainly devote himself to handling all matters in the capital garrison properly for Your Majesty!"

Zhu Youjian continued without pausing, giving detailed instructions:

"After tomorrow's court assembly, some of the more daring among the fallen nobles and military officers who have no real power in the court will try to get closer to you."

“You can recruit generals from these people to enter the capital garrison, and select soldiers from good families among the common people.”

"I will be going on an inspection tour outside the capital in a few days. If we can unite these two forces, we can ensure the safety of the capital. The provisions and pay will be provided by the imperial treasury."

Zhang Weixian's body trembled and his face changed drastically.

During this time, he kept a low profile and did not hear any news about His Majesty's tour.

Therefore, when Zhang Weixian heard His Majesty utter the words "outer tour" in person, he was greatly alarmed.

"His Majesty……!"

Zhang Weixian tried to dissuade him, but Zhu Youjian waved his hand to interrupt him.

Only he can solve the deadlock in Shaanxi.

"There's no need to elaborate on the matter of the external inspection; just focus on preparing for the management of the Beijing Garrison."

Zhang Weixian swallowed his words, tears welling in his eyes, and declared loudly, "Your Majesty, I will repay you with my life! I will guard the capital garrison for Your Majesty!"

Zhu Youjian waved Zhang Weixian away, then walked slowly to the window alone.

Eunuchs, the capital garrison, the imperial faction, and military officers and nobles who had been suppressed for many years.
These various forces, coupled with a certain degree of public support, were sufficient for him to maintain a balance of power with the civil service after leaving the capital, without falling behind.

However, merely not falling behind was not what Zhu Youjian wanted.

If the empire wants to move forward, it cannot afford to waste too much time on such trivial matters.

As for him...

The best and most convenient way to expand our advantage right now is to further incite public sentiment.

Zhu Youjian began to carefully consider whether it was necessary to hold a speech in the capital before his departure.

Just as Zhu Youjian was pondering.

Suddenly, through the window, he noticed a few stars in the distant sky.

Looking in his direction, the five stars in the sky were extremely eye-catching.

A brightest star is in the center, surrounded by four dim and indistinct stars that twinkle as if they might go out at any moment.

Zhu Youjian narrowed his eyes and immediately spotted a major opportunity that was extremely difficult to detect.

The brightness of stars is ultimately just an astronomical phenomenon.

But if it is linked to the fate of the empire.

And this empire is slowly moving in a positive direction?
Zhu Youjian knew all too well how important propaganda was to the empire's progress.

In any case, however bright the stars are, the final interpretation rests with Zhu Youjian.

Without further hesitation, he summoned Cao Huachun and directly instructed him: "Before dawn tomorrow, have the Embroidered Uniform Guards spread rumors among the people."

"The strange celestial phenomena of tonight are a fulfillment of a prophecy."

Cao Huachun was taken aback, then asked, "Your Majesty, what omen should this be?"

Zhu Youjian said calmly, "The prophecy says: The Celestial Empire will prosper, and all barbarians will be subdued!"

Upon hearing these eight words, Cao Huachun felt a surge of heat rush to her head, and her voice unconsciously rose a few decibels as she replied, "This servant obeys the decree!"

After Cao Huachun left, Zhu Youjian stood in the room silently watching the five stars in the eastern sky.

It was to be expected.

In the current situation.

The eight characters "The Celestial Empire prospers, and the barbarians are subdued" spread throughout the capital at an extremely rapid pace, without even needing much publicity, and then gradually radiated to the whole country.

same.

They will also allow the seed in people's hearts to take root and sprout further.

at the same time.

Suburbs of Beijing.

Stimulated by the exemption of the Liaoning tax, farmers had more free time during their off-season.

Even now, many adults still gather in the dilapidated courtyard to chat.

Marquis Wuqing's clan was exterminated, and those of other ethnicities were subjected to slow slicing.
The major events that just happened today are so exciting that we can talk about them until midnight and not want to go to sleep.

The children also had a rare opportunity to get together and play freely and happily.

While chatting, the group naturally noticed the differences in the stars in the sky.

"Look at that star in the east, it's so bright, and those four next to it are twinkling, like they're about to go out."

"Hehe. I haven't seen such a bright star in years. It must be a good omen for the new emperor's ascension to the throne."

"Wow! Old Li, you even know about things in the heavens?"

"Never mind whether I understand or not, as long as our farming life is getting better, then it's a good omen!"

Within the capital.

The ordinary people, who had few entertainment options at night and could only chat or count stars, all noticed the five stars hanging high in the eastern sky.

I don't know what happened.

As more and more people watched, the star in the center began to shine brighter and brighter.

The four stars that were already twinkling around it gradually faded and disappeared under everyone's watchful eyes.

……

P.S.: This book will be featured in a new recommendation round starting tomorrow. I sincerely ask all readers who enjoy this book to help me keep reading.

Hopefully, we can successfully compete against Sanjiang and even Xiaolaba next week.
I'll give you all a quick bow, bang bang bang! or2
(End of this chapter)