Ming Dynasty: Tanks blocked the door and you said to me, "Long live Ming Dynasty"

However, the food and clothing of the laborers along the way, as well as the travel and boat fares, had to be deducted from the money, so three million shi was already the limit that could be transported back to the capital.

Zhu Youxiao sat behind the imperial desk and pondered for a long time.

Calculating the time, there are only more than 30 days left until the New Year, and only 25 days left until the annual holiday.

The holidays in the Ming Dynasty were more real than those in later generations.

There were days off every month and during the twenty-four solar terms. At the end of the year, government affairs would cease from December 20th, and work would not resume until after the fifteenth day of the first lunar month.

At this point in time, something like this happening in southern Fujian is indeed a bit difficult to deal with.

If we send an official over there, I'm afraid by the time he gets there, it will be time for the holiday.

It is shameful to deprive employees of their rest time. Although this is the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Youxiao still thinks so.

Besides, Zheng Zhilong's affairs determined the future position of the Ming Dynasty at sea, so after careful consideration, he told Wei Zhongxian.

"go with!"

"Call the six ministers, Prince Xin, Wen Tiren, Lu Xiangsheng, Zhang Weixian, Qin Liangyu and all the others into the palace."

Wei Zhongxian didn't dare ask any more questions and hurriedly trotted out of the Qianqing Palace.

It took about half an hour in total for all the talents to arrive one after another.

"Your Majesty, why did you suddenly summon me here? What is your order?"

Wen Tiren, the Prime Minister, spoke first, walked out of the crowd and bowed to ask.

"Let's take a look."

Zhu Youxiao asked Wei Zhongxian to bring the previous memorial to them.

Guo Yunhou was called back just after he left. He felt hot on his face when he saw the familiar memorial being passed around by everyone.

It feels like I didn't do well on an exam and was called out in front of the whole class.

Prince Xin said with a serious face and bowed.

"Your Majesty, I have recently heard something."

"The word is: Drifting!"

"It means that the money and grain taken out of the court are often misappropriated by others."

"Before the money and grain leave the Ministry of Revenue, they will be stripped of a layer of it."

"The water transport and land transport along the way will also be stripped of a layer."

"When we get to the local counties, we have to peel them again!"

"Even petty officials and bailiffs dared to reach in."

"Therefore, I think this matter should be investigated thoroughly!"

"It is impossible to provide 700,000 dan of disaster relief grain as simply as stated in the memorial."

"Shipwreck, flood, rockfall, bandits!"

"This is all such a coincidence, it's unbelievable!"

Zhu Youxiao looked at him with some surprise. This guy has been very busy recently!

Do you even know the word "Piaomei"?

He turned to look at the others.

"What do you think?"

Sun Chengzong stepped out.

"Your Majesty, I agree with Prince Xin's opinion. This matter should indeed be thoroughly investigated!"

"Disaster relief concerns the lives of millions of people in southern Fujian, and must not become a tool for some scoundrels to make money!"

The Minister of Justice Su Maoxiang stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, I think we should select capable people from the three departments and send them south immediately!"

"If we are late, and give those scoundrels time to sell the stolen goods, even if the case can be investigated, I am afraid that the grain will not be recovered. In this way, the important task of disaster relief will be delayed!"

The others also expressed their opinions, and without exception, they all demanded a thorough investigation of the matter.

Zhu Youxiao was not surprised. He sat behind the imperial desk and thought for a long time before speaking slowly.

"I think the same as you do."

“But it’s a little different!”

"I plan to go south in person and investigate this case thoroughly during the New Year holidays."

"At the same time, let's take a look at the Ming Dynasty and see what kind of life the people are living!"

what?

Everyone was stunned.

The emperor personally went south to investigate the case?

This has never happened before!

Wen Tiren suddenly became nervous: "Your Majesty, you must not do this!"

"The son of a rich man cannot sit down in court."

"For this matter, the three divisions can just send someone to investigate it. Why do you have to go there in person?"

Guo Yunhou nodded and seconded: "Your Majesty, what Elder Wen said is correct."

"The country cannot be without a ruler for a day. If you go south, I'm afraid you will disrupt government affairs."

Not only them, even the elderly Sun Chengzong stood up.

"Your Majesty, I also think it is inappropriate."

"Let's not talk about whether it will delay your government affairs. Just think about the freezing weather. If you come all the way to southern Fujian and catch a cold and get hurt, it will be of no benefit to the country!"

Wei Zhongxian hesitated for a long time, and then knelt down on the ground after hearing what he said.

He stuck his old butt out, prostrating himself.

"Your Majesty, what Elder Sun said is correct!"

"You have never been strong. If anything happens to you during your visit, how will I survive?"

"If you don't trust others to investigate the case, I will personally lead people to southern Fujian to investigate this matter thoroughly for you."

After saying this, he raised his head and tears were already flowing out of his eyes.

Zhu Youxiao:...........

He knew that it would be difficult for him to leave the palace.

But I didn't expect that I would be opposed by everyone!

The overall situation in the court has been stabilized now, with Wen Tihen and Prince Xin in charge. Both of them are extremely obedient and will do whatever they are told to do. Zhu Youxiao is very confident in them.

In addition, with Sun Chengzong and Qin Liangyu in charge, there would be no chaos in the capital even if he was not there.

There was a long period of free time before and after the New Year, so he wanted to take this opportunity to go out for a walk.

As I just said, investigating the case is just one of them.

The most important thing is to see the Ming Dynasty outside the capital with your own eyes!

After all, history books are just words. How can they be as real as what you see with your own eyes?

After a heavy sigh, he waved to everyone.

"Everyone, I am very relieved by your concerns."

"But I have made up my mind, so please stop trying to persuade me."

"I only hope that you can keep an eye on the capital for me while I am away in the south!"

"As for the government affairs, you can discuss it together."

"If there is any problem at the border, Master Sun will make the decision!"

Everyone tried to persuade him again, but Zhu Youxiao refused to listen.

If it were the time when the Donglin Party controlled the government, I guess some people would have been thinking about kneeling down at the Meridian Gate to make a petition.

But neither Sun Chengzong nor Prince Xin could do such a thing.

Wen Tiren could do this, but he doesn't have the courage...

Chapter 103: Zhu Youxiao

It is nearly four thousand miles to Zhangzhou. Even if you travel day and night, it will take at least half a month to get there.

Leaving the palace was a big deal, and although Wen Tihen and Sun Chengzong had no choice but to nod and agree, they did not give Zhu Youxiao any chance to refute regarding the accompanying personnel.

One thousand elite soldiers were selected from the Shenjiying and Jinyiwei, led by Li Dingguo and Zhen Beiwang respectively, to guard the left and right.

Twenty Xuanwu men and medical women with the best recent performance in the military academy and medical school were selected respectively to be responsible for serving on the way, led by Youtong and Liuyue.

In addition, Wen Tihen also put forward a condition that left Zhu Youxiao speechless!

That is, he must bring two concubines with him.

The reason was to remind Zhu Youxiao to reproduce offspring for the Ming Dynasty while he was on the road!

It's embarrassing when something like this is said with such a high-sounding reason...

As the empress, Zhang Yan could not leave the capital with Zhu Youxiao, so Concubine Cheng Li, who was expected to have a good life in the harem, and Concubine Rong Ren, who also became part of the entourage.

There were more than a thousand people, each riding three horses in turn.

Thanks to Zhu Youxiao's frequent visits to the Shenjiying, he not only strengthened his physique, but also improved his riding skills a lot with Lu Xiang.

But even so, he was exhausted at the end of the day.

In the evening, Zhu Youxiao took a look at the sky and waved to call Sun Kangwang to his side.

"What realm have you reached?"

Sun Kangwang bowed and replied, "Your Majesty, Cangzhou City is not far ahead."

Zhu Youxiao rubbed his aching lower back and said with a grin, "Then let's go into the city and rest."

"But don't alarm the people. Leave the team outside and choose a few people to go with you."

Upon hearing this, Sun Kangwang turned his horse around to convey the order, and sent a few smart men into the city to find a place to stay.

After a cup of tea, Zhu Youxiao rode his war horse and arrived at the city of Cangzhou.

The gatekeeper simply glanced at the crowd and quickly made way to let them pass.

Although they had less than thirty people, they were the elite among the elite. Coupled with the mighty war horses riding on their crotches, it was obvious at a glance that they were not people they could afford to offend.

Zhu Youxiao did not stop and rode his horse into the city gate. He was soon met by the vanguard team sent by Sun Kangwang.

The group came to a restaurant. Sun Kangwang dismounted, went in to take a look, and then reported.

"Master, this is the largest restaurant in Cangzhou. The conditions may be a little worse than at home. Please bear with me."

On the way here, Zhu Youxiao had told everyone that when outsiders were present, they were not allowed to reveal their identities. Otherwise, if the local officials found out, wouldn't they be annoyed to death?

He turned over and got off the horse, and as soon as his feet touched the ground, he suddenly frowned and took a breath of cold air.

"hiss........"

"Master!"

Seeing this, Yutong, who was following nearby, quickly extended his arm.

"Master, please slow down..."

Zhu Youxiao gritted his teeth, supported Youtong, looked back at Concubine Cheng and Concubine Rong, and greeted all the girls of Wen Tiren in his heart.

Nima!

Look, the two beautiful concubines are walking with more difficulty than me!

How can you consummate your marriage and have a baby when you are in such a mess?

I'm afraid I'll scream at the top of my lungs if I get touched...