There is a strong voice in Beijing for filial piety and honesty everywhere.
The incident arranged by Zhu Xiongying had an impact on the people far beyond imagination.
Even some well-known filial sons are treasured by the people in Beijing.
Officials in Beijing all know that His Highness Shengsun's move to promote Xiaolian is to correct the folk customs. Although the mansion is now filled with Xiaolian from dozens of surrounding prefectures,
But when the people learned that Xiaolian had come to Beijing, they couldn't hold it any longer and gathered outside waiting to see Xiaolian from all over the country.
This was a good opportunity, and the officials would not let it go. Ru Taisu, the Minister of Household Affairs, decided to strike while the iron was hot and first pull these filial and honest people out to meet the people face to face.
"This feeling is so good!"
Huan Ming suddenly stood up. Not only him, but also Xiao Lian also had excited expressions on their faces.
They have good conduct, which does not conflict with wanting to be famous.
Just like some people who donate to charity, even if they are doing it to increase their reputation, so what? At least he did practical things. This is what Lao Zhu said.
Besides, if we don’t let those who do good things become famous, how about letting those who do bad things become famous?
Not only should these people who do good deeds be famous, but they should also gain great profits, so that everyone can do good deeds.
Therefore, no one in Ru Taisu's Zhangluo has any resistance.
Seeing that Zheng Ping was motionless, Huan Ming couldn't help but pull Zheng Ping and said,
"Brother Zheng, let's go together!"
Zheng Ping thought for a while and realized that it was okay for him to shrink here. Just like he said to Brother Xiao Huang, since he decided to do this, he couldn't be afraid of showing his face.
"now it's right!"
Huan Ming said happily, his attitude towards Zheng Ping has undergone an earth-shaking change.
A group of Xiaolians followed Ru Taisu out happily. Suddenly, thunderous cheers erupted from the people around.
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Fengtian Hall
"Grandson, have you gone to see Zheng Ping?"
"Yes, Grandpa."
Zhu Yuanzhang nodded, "Just stop there. It's hard to change people's minds.
It doesn't matter just whether we think Zheng Ping is filial or unfilial.
What matters is what the people think, and it takes time for the people to accept it. "
"Yes, Grandpa."
Zhu Xiongying sighed, Grandpa always hit the mark.
"See your majesty, see your highness."
While the grandfather and grandson were talking, Xia Yuanji, the Minister of Household Affairs, and Yang Shiqi, the Minister of Rites, were waiting in front of the palace.
Lao Zhu glanced at Zhu Xiongying, waved to the two people in front of the hall and said,
"come in."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
Xia Yuanji, the Minister of Household Affairs, and Yang Shiqi, the Minister of Rites, walked in.
Zhu Yuanzhang asked,
"What? Is it almost done for you guys to talk about?"
The two nodded and Yang Shiqi said,
"Your Majesty, the matter of Xiaolian has been completed."
Zhu Yuanzhang nodded with satisfaction. It was not a difficult problem for these think tanks to discuss Xiaolian's affairs.
After all, the matter of Xiaolian has been brought up, they just need to fill this framework with flesh and blood,
And this time, inviting a few people to discuss political affairs is just a preview. The main event will come later. Let these people participate in the formulation of policies. Lao Zhu doesn't know whether this is good or bad.
However, since the eldest son wants to do it to Lao Zhu, he needs to support him. Besides, Lao Zhu also has absolute confidence. Even if he is no longer on the throne, if someone in the court has a wrong idea,
Zhu Yuanzhang can also launch thunderous means to remove obstacles for his grandchildren.
Some emperors gained power because of the dragon chair under their buttocks, but obviously, Zhu Yuanzhang did not belong to this category. The dragon chair and dragon robe were just the icing on the cake. Even without these, wouldn't it be simple to deal with a few rebellious ministers?
"Yes, I called you here because I want you two to give us a report.
The matter of our eldest grandson's succession to the throne is the most important thing. "
Regarding the succession of the new emperor, the two departments, namely the Ministry of Husbandry and the Ministry of Rites, are the busiest.
Yang Shiqi, the Minister of Rites, said,
"Your Majesty, the Ministry of Rites is ready."
"good!"
Zhu Yuanzhang was overjoyed.
When the new emperor succeeds to the throne, he sacrifices to heaven, ancestors, and the country. Each sacrifice has prescribed carriages, clothing, etiquette and music. This is also Zhu Yuanzhang's biggest headache.
When Zhu Yuanzhang succeeded to the throne, he used the excuse of the war to get over with it. But when the day came for his eldest grandson to succeed to the throne, Zhu Yuanzhang did not dare to deal with him anymore. He had to arrange the eldest grandson to the highest standards.
But Lao Zhu didn't understand this. The Ministry of Rites could do these things well without letting Lao Zhu worry about it. Lao Zhu was really overjoyed and let out a sigh of relief.
The more Lao Zhu looked at Yang Shiqi, the more satisfied he became. This man is young, mature, and practical, which is really reassuring.
Then, Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Xia Yuanji expectantly,
asked,
"How are you doing over there?"
Xia Yuanji stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, all expenses have been paid..."
When Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, he stroked his beard and laughed and said,
"It's unnecessary for us to ask. You can't do anything wrong when it comes to managing money!"
"only..."
Seeing Xia Yuanji's hesitant expression, Zhu Yuanzhang stopped laughing and asked,
"how?"
Xia Yuanji said, "There are some problems with the tribute from the surrounding vassal states and the various kings."
When Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, his face darkened visibly. Lao Zhu was very considerate.
What's more, Zhu Xiongying's succession can be said to be the most important moment in Zhu Yuanzhang's life. It is not an exaggeration.
Anyway, Zhu Yuanzhang was not as nervous as he is now when he ascended the throne.
What Lao Zhu thinks is that whether it is a neighboring vassal state or a vassal territory within the territory, the etiquette must be great! Be heavy!
But what Xia Yuanji meant was that not only did he not meet Zhu Yuanzhang's standards, but there was also a problem. How could Lao Zhu endure this?
In the past, the tributes paid by the vassal states were not large, and Lao Zhu would not let them sit down. Now, wouldn't it be bold to do so? !
The vassal states surrounding the Ming Dynasty, except for Japan, Ryukyu and Korea, which were captured by the Ming Dynasty because of their strategic value,
There are also dozens of small countries such as Annam, Champa, and Siam. These small countries were protected by the Ming Dynasty.
And because it actually had no value, it seemed useless, so I kept it until now.
In Lao Zhu's view, the fact that they can still have independent rule is all thanks to the grace of the Ming Dynasty.
But now, when the Ming Dynasty needs face, they don't even give themselves face. This is a bit deserving of a beating!
"Your Majesty, the tributes from most of the vassal states and vassal territories have arrived in Beijing with the foreign envoys. I checked the gift list and found that the tributes are not thin."
Hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang's expression improved a bit, he snorted coldly and said,
"I don't even dare to measure them! What's the problem?!"
Xia Yuanji replied,
"There are two places, one is Annan and the other is Yunnan, and their tributes are not sent to Beijing."
