Zhu Yuanzhang handled matters very vigorously and resolutely.
After drafting the imperial edict, it went to Zhongshu Province for approval overnight.
Since ancient times, imperial power and prime ministerial power have been separate, half and half, with checks and balances on each other.
In previous dynasties, this imperial edict might have gone through the approval process for a long time, or even the edict could have been sent back directly, allowing the emperor to reconsider it and put forward opinions.
But this was the Ming Dynasty, and Zhu Yuanzhang directly destroyed the prime minister system. All major affairs in the world were almost decided by one person. After a proper statement, Zhongshu Sheng had no right to refute.
The imperial edict entered the Zhongshu Province overnight, was quickly approved, and stamped to take effect.
In the morning of the next day, the matter was announced to the public, and each of them was a prisoner of the country for two months.
Supervising the country is a political system in ancient China. It usually means that when the emperor is away, an important person stays in the palace to handle state affairs on his behalf.
In the past, Qin Shihuang of the Qin Dynasty made seven inspection tours. Each time, several of his sons took turns to supervise the country to examine their ability to handle government affairs.
However, this is already a very long time ago.
After hearing this imperial edict, the court was in an uproar.
Some pedantic officials immediately stood up.
Criticism pointed at Zhu Yuanzhang's behavior of disrespecting the ancestral system.
But Zhu Yuanzhang didn't care at all. He was an emperor who turned from a beggar. If he had listened to these people in everything, would he still be here today?
He killed countless officials, and that was just killing them without batting an eyelid.
Soon, those officials who jumped out to cause trouble were pulled out, and after being punished, they became honest.
Most of the remaining officials gave up after just a few symbolic words of advice.
After all, because Zhu Yunwen is no longer favored, but he can be ranked ahead of Zhu Di in the order of supervising the country, this is undoubtedly an advantage.
The mountains and rivers are already full of doubts and there is no way out, and the willows are dark and the flowers are bright again. What else can they say, they can only secretly rejoice.
As for Zhu Di, after hearing the news, he was a little depressed at first.
Shouldn't Li Xiao's special zone be established and he should be in charge?
But soon, he figured it out.
It was because he thought of his father too simply.
The test in that special zone was not for him at all, but only for Li Xiao.
The establishment of the special zone proves that he has a special minister in his hands, a minister who governs the world. Because of this bargaining chip, he can be qualified to compete with Zhu Yunwen.
Otherwise, he might be excluded from the beginning, and the Holy Emperor would directly appoint Zhu Yunwen as the emperor's grandson.
Because of Li Xiao, the real test came when he rose to the level of candidate in his father's eyes, that is, this test.
In the final analysis, the prince's own ability is still tested. If the prince himself is incapable, no matter how many capable ministers he has under his command, they will not be able to control it!
"I understand, that's what it is."
At this time, Zhu Di also looked happy. Next, he only needs to perform better than Zhu Yunwen in these four months, and that's it.
Needless to say about military generals, he has Zhang Yu, Zhang Wu, Qiu Fu and other generals under his command, who have been his most capable generals for many years.
As for civil servants, Li Xiao had provided a group of candidates in the early days, including Xie Jin, Huang Huai, Hu Guang, Hu Yan, Yang Rong, Jin Youzi, Yang Shiqi, Yang Pu, Xia Yuanji, and Lu Zhen.
Some of these people have already become good friends with themselves, while some are still unknown and are just minor figures.
For example, Yang Shiqi is still a small county magistrate. When it is his turn to supervise the country, he can be promoted and used for his own purposes.
It is now May 17th, and there are still 13 days left in June, when Zhu Yunwen takes the lead in supervising the country.
After the imperial edict was promulgated, Zhu Yuanzhang felt relaxed and in a good mood.
But he is a very suspicious person.
Soon he privately mobilized his troops and assembled near Huangshan to ensure his own safety and prevent accidents.
It will also be the place where Zhu Yuanzhang will go to escape the summer heat. Huangshan Mountain is located in Anhui and means "Mountain of the Yellow Emperor". It is a good place to escape the summer heat.
As June approaches, I go to escape the summer heat and leave the court.
Look at the effectiveness of supervising the country, killing two birds with one stone.
There are still thirteen days left and we will set off soon.
And the final battle for the reserve is about to begin!
East Palace.
Zhu Yunwen went back happily to tell Mr. Lu the good news.
"Mother, do you know what happened today? The emperor's grandfather directly issued an order, ordering me to take charge of the country in thirteen days!"
Zhu Yunwen said excitedly, as if he had already won.
In his opinion, he had been studying in the palace since he was a child, and his imperial grandfather often taught him how to handle state affairs. He was definitely better than his fourth uncle, who only knew how to fight.
Mrs. Lu was originally very excited, but when she heard the next sentence, Zhu Di also wanted to supervise the country, her face fell.
Lu said worriedly: "Yunwen, it seems like this is a competition. Your fourth uncle will not be easy to deal with."
Zhu Yunwen laughed:
"It doesn't matter, my mother-in-law, who will win is yet to be determined. The child has long wanted to show off his talents. Everyone says that King Yan is better than me, but have you ever thought that King Yan has a stage for him to show off in Peking, but I don't?" No, who can know my ability? The child is not afraid at all, just don’t sing, and become a blockbuster! Don’t fly, and fly high as high as the sky!"
At this time, Zhu Yunwen was extremely confident, passionate and high-spirited.
In his opinion, the world cannot see his abilities just because he has never been able to show himself on stage.
Now he has the power to supervise the country.
Just like the young eagle leaving the nest, it can fly with the wind!
Kunpeng spreads its wings and rides on the wind, soaring ninety thousand miles!
When Mrs. Lu saw this, she said happily: "Well, I believe you can do it, but you should not take it lightly. Be careful in everything."
Zhu Yunwen waved his hand and said, "Concubine, my child knows that the reason why my child is so confident is because the Holy Father has selected three capable ministers for me to govern the world."
When Lu heard this, she was greatly moved. The candidates recommended by the Holy Emperor were definitely the right ones, and they were probably the key to victory. "Who are these three?"
Zhu Yunwen smiled and said: "My mother and concubine also know these three, they are Fang Xiaoru, Qitai, and Huang Zicheng."
Lu said with great joy: "I knew these three people had great talents. Now Qi Tai and Huang Zicheng have been used by us. You must quickly win over Fang Xiaoru. Don't let this person be attracted by Zhu Di and miss the opportunity. Regret It’s too late!”
Upon hearing this, Zhu Yunwen was shocked.
It was my mother and concubine who reminded me in time.
During this time, Zhu Di probably also knew the importance of Fang Xiaoru.
It would be bad if a great talent like Fang Xiaoru was attracted by King Yan.
"Without further delay, the boy will pay a visit in person right now to win over Fang Xiaoru, so as not to be captured by King Yan."
"Go quickly, go quickly, you must be polite, you know?"
"The child knows."
Just like before.
Zhu Yunwen immediately went to Fang Xiaoru's house with heavy gifts.
It can be seen that after seeing Fang Xiaoru, he was rejected. Fang Xiaoru did not see him and did not accept the gift.
"He is indeed a great talent. In ancient times, Uncle Liu visited the thatched cottage three times to invite Wolong to come out. Even the emperor's grandfather invited Liu Bowen to visit the thatched cottage three times. I will definitely put down my dignity and come more often."
Zhu Yunwen secretly made up his mind to win over this person no matter what.
The capital, the residence of Prince Yan.
In the hall, Zhu Di discussed matters with his three sons.
Everyone was particularly excited to learn that in two months, the father would have the power to supervise the country.
It has been a month since I came to the capital, and I finally saw hope, the hope that victory was in sight.
My father is about to become the crown prince. Of course, we can't be too happy now. We must continue to work harder and win the final test.
"Gao Chi, when you make friends with people in the future, you will mainly make friends with these people."
With that said, Zhu Di took out a piece of paper with the list provided by Li Xiao.
"My child takes orders!" Zhu Gaochi took the paper.
Seeing that his eldest brother had an important task, Zhu Gaoxu was a little jealous and said, "Dad, what about me?"
Zhu Di ordered: "You and Gao Sui, just go back to Peiping. You two can't be of much help at the moment. In half a month, Sheng Shang will go to Huangshan to escape the summer heat. In order to prevent me from interfering, I will also be taken with you. Gao Chi will also go with me."
Because Zhu Yuanzhang liked Zhu Gaochi and Zhu Gaochi was stable, Zhu Di felt that it would be good for him to keep Gaochi.
He will be in charge of supervising the country in two months and will also need Gao Chi to assist him.
Gao Sui is not suitable. As for Gao Sui, he is too young and cannot help.
Zhu Gaoxu looked at his eldest brother, then at Zhu Di, and said stubbornly: "Dad, if I don't leave, you should leave me here and let the third brother go back alone."
You can't leave at all. During the few months when I was away, my eldest brother and my father had a harmonious relationship. Wouldn't it mean that I wouldn't have anything to do later?
Zhu Gaosui said aggrievedly: "Second brother, can you bear to let me go back alone?"
Zhu Gaoxu said angrily: "Shut up, go back, I won't leave, I want to stay and help dad."
Seeing this, Zhu Gaosui also said: "If my second brother doesn't leave, I won't leave either."
Zhu Di frowned and said, "You can't help it. Why, what I said can't control you anymore?"
Zhu Gaoxu lost his temper and knelt on the ground, hugging Zhu Di's thigh: "Dad, I won't leave, I want to help you here!"
With the lessons learned from the past, Zhu Di said that he could not keep Zhu Gaoxu at all.
This guy, if you give him a bit of sunshine, he will be very brilliant. He dared to doze off in class in front of the Holy Father, and even said that the Holy Father was in the urine. I didn't have the courage back then.
"You must return to Peiping, or I will break your legs."
Zhu Di kicked Zhu Gaoxu away, pointed at him and cursed.
"Even if I, Zhu Gaoxu, have my legs broken and beaten to death, I will never leave the capital."
Zhu Gaoxu shouted with an aggrieved look.
Half an hour later.
Got on the carriage back to Peiping.
Zhu Gaoxu felt delighted, it smelled so good!
"Second brother, what did your father tell you just now?"
"Why did you suddenly change your mind and are you still giggling now?"
"This is not like your style, second brother."
Seeing that his second brother had been enjoying himself, Zhu Gaosui asked in confusion.
Is this change too fast? ?
"none of your business?"
Zhu Gaoxu rolled his eyes.
But I feel happy in my heart.
Because his father had just secretly told himself in his ears that when he ascended the throne, the vassal territory of Peiping would be handed over to him, and he would be the next King of Yan!
Zhu Di indeed considered it this way. It would be best for Gao Xu to be in the border defense area of Beiping.
Among so many vassals, Zhu Gaoxu's favorite was Peiping.
After all, Beiping was the imperial palace in the old Northern Yuan Dynasty. It was the largest and the best. In addition, my brother-in-law was still governing in Beiping, so it would also be the richest vassal in the future.
"Brother-in-law, my brother will be back soon to help you."
"After all, this is my territory from now on, and I have to manage it well."
"No. You can call yourself the king from now on."
A small village outside Nanjing, outside the courtyard.
Zhu Yuanzhang and Erhu stood together and talked about things.
"What has this kid done in the house recently?"
Zhu Yuanzhang seemed to be in a particularly happy mood today. After the morning court, he came here early to visit Li Xiao. Because of Li Xiao, he finally made a decision.
"Return to the Holy Spirit."
Erhu whispered: "Li Xiao is in the room. He rests most of the time. Sometimes he draws various drawings in front of the table. I can't understand it. I just take a sneak peek and draw when I am clearing away the dishes. It’s like a big house, very big, but the rooms are small, and it doesn’t look like it’s for people to live in.”
"It's not for people to live in. Is it for livestock?"
Zhu Yuanzhang thought that yesterday Li Xiao had said that the people in the county could eat meat regularly, so he thought of livestock.
If you build a house for livestock, this guy can't figure it out. What's the use of it? ? ?
Zhu Yuanzhang couldn't understand and didn't think much about it, so he asked again: "Apart from this?"
Erhu said: "By the way, Your Majesty, Li Xiao also planted something for Your Majesty in the yard. He told me not to inform you for the time being. It will bear fruit in a few months and give you a surprise."
"Surprise for us??"
Zhu Yuanzhang walked to the garden and looked at the open space pointed by Erhu.
But nothing was seen.
"What a surprise. I want to see what kind of flowers this kid can grow."
Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Erhu and ordered: "Don't let anyone in this yard. If anything grows in a few months, report to me."
Erhu cupped his hands and said, "I accept your order."
Zhu Yuanzhang asked: "Are the things ready?"
"It's ready."
With that said, Erhu handed Zhu Yuanzhang the wooden box that had been prepared for food.
"Stand guard outside."
Zhu Yuanzhang took the food box, smiled slightly, and walked towards the room.
On the other side, inside the room.
When Li Xiao opened his eyes, the first thing he did was to say good morning to his wife who was far away in Peiping. The less she was around, the more Li Xiao missed her.
Fortunately, I have telepathy and can send love signals to each other every day.
【I always want to give you the best in the world, but I find that the best in the world is you. Good morning my love, love you. 】
Zhu Ningyun felt it quickly and responded with love every time.
【The mountains and rivers are vast and vast, and the stars and rivers in the world are all yours and none are not you. Good morning, love you. 】
Hearing Ai's call back, Li Xiao felt warm in his heart.
The general meaning of this sentence is that Zhu Ningyun misses herself very much and misses him all the time.
"My daughter-in-law is still very talented. She plays ancient Chinese prose for me every time."
Li Xiao likes this feeling of a talented woman very much.
On the other hand, I am a bit of a rustic, and all I talk about is rustic love talk.
But well, it’s considered my own characteristic, and my wife has long been used to it, so she just needs to convey her love.
[If you are well, it will be a sunny day. Are you still used to living without me? If you feel lonely, go to Prince Yan's Mansion to stay with your mother and concubine. 】
[Xiaolang, I'm fine. I'll be fine as long as you're fine. But have you handled the matter over there? Will there be any danger? 】
[There was no danger. I drew my sword to help when there was injustice and saved an old man. The old man was so grateful that he insisted on letting me stay for a few days. It was hard to refuse his kindness. In addition, I really had a great conversation with him. We met a close friend and drank too much. I agreed. 】
[A bosom friend is rare in life, and a bosom friend is the hardest to find throughout the ages. Xiaolang, I am happy for you. If you are willing, it doesn't matter if you stay a few more days. I won't rush you. 】
"My wife still knows how to love others."
Li Xiao thought beautifully.
At this time, there was a creak and the door was pushed open.
It was Zhu Yuanzhang who came carrying something.
"This old man comes in a hurry and leaves in a hurry. He doesn't knock on the door every time, and he doesn't even say a word. He thinks this is your home. This is indeed your home, so it's okay."
After Li Xiao sent a message to his daughter-in-law, "Daughter-in-law, my confidant has come to see me, hang up now." Then he said hello to the old man: "Old man, you came to see me again today."
Zhu Yuanzhang laughed: "Yes, we came to see you again. When I talked to you yesterday, you helped us solve a big worry. After finishing it, I felt relaxed all over."
Yes, Zhu Yuanzhang has always been burdened by family and national affairs.
Once the heavy burden is lifted, the whole person feels extremely happy. I am afraid that because of this, he can really live for many more years.
"By the way, what were you talking about just now with your eyes closed?"
Zhu Yuanzhang asked a little strangely. As soon as he entered the door, he saw Li Xiao lying on the bed, with his eyes closed and a happy look on his face, and he was still mumbling.
"I'm afraid you won't believe me if I tell you. I'm reporting the situation to my wife."
Li Xiao said casually, but no one believed it anyway.
Zhu Yuanzhang was slightly confused: "How to report the situation? Isn't your wife in Peiping?"
Li Xiao smiled and said: "This is called spiritual communication. She can sense what I say."
Zhu Yuanzhang chuckled: "I think you made it up in your own imagination."
How could he believe such nonsense? It was just a joke.
"Get up, we have prepared food for you. We have thought about it. What you said makes sense. People who make more contributions should enjoy life more and get special enjoyment. Otherwise, it will be unfair and no one will stand up. People who are willing to contribute, but instead want to be businessmen and actors who make quick money, that’s what’s going on.”
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled as he opened the food box and placed the dishes on the table one by one. They were much richer than yesterday.
"Old man, I knew you could listen to what I said, but it's a pity that it's useless for you to listen. You have great ambitions, but you are just a commoner and cannot change."
Li Xiao said with emotion that this is also the current situation of most angry youths.
Fortunately, as a young angry young man, I have some authority and can do something.
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and said nothing and did not answer.
"Eat, eat, I won't stop your mouth even if you eat."
He sat down and waved his chopsticks.
"Old man, please wait a moment. I just got up and haven't brushed my teeth or washed my face yet. Wait for me."
After saying that, Li Xiao got up and walked towards the yard.
Zhu Yuanzhang scolded him from behind: "You are so lazy. You have only just gotten up after being exposed to the sun for three days."
You know, he got up early in the morning and went to the morning court.
"Don't be too busy, old man, you have to learn to let yourself go and enjoy life."
Li Xiao yelled and left the room. Then he fetched water from the well in the yard and started brushing his teeth and washing his face.
This made Erhu stunned for a moment.
So how can you still produce white foam when brushing your teeth?
"Master Li, what are you talking about?"
Erhu asked, so that he could understand more and report to the Holy One.
"Brush your teeth. Oh, by the way, you don't understand. This is my special toothpaste and toothbrush. It has anti-inflammatory and sterilizing effects. As the saying goes, diseases enter from the mouth, so it is easy to get sick. Don't be curious. In a few years, I will be able to use this toothbrush in Daming Popularize it.”
Li Xiao said vaguely while brushing his teeth.
"Gulu gulu. Poof."
After rinsing his mouth and spitting water, his tone became clearer. Li Xiao blew on Erhu, and then asked: "Do you feel that my mouth smells good?"
Erhu nodded excitedly: "It does smell good, can you?"
This toothpaste and toothbrush look like a good thing. I can ask for it for the Holy One. After all, it is not easy for the Holy One to ask for it.
"It's okay to give it to you, the gadget is not worth anything."
Li Xiao took Er Hu to the hall, opened his package, took out two toothpaste and toothbrushes, and handed them to Er Hu.
"Thank you Mr. Li." Erhu thanked him hurriedly.
"Little things."
Li Xiao washed his face again and returned to the room.
"Old man, you've been waiting for a long time, let's get started."
Li Xiao grinned, showing his neat and white teeth.
The teeth were restored to their best condition when they were "returned to the age of eighteen" using props.
Keep brushing your teeth afterwards to keep your teeth white and flawless, and have good teeth.
No wonder Zhu Ningyun likes to kiss Li Xiao.
Just those good teeth make people feel comfortable just looking at them.
Of course, Zhu Ningyun has already used toothpaste and toothbrush, and has good teeth.
"You have good teeth and good habits, not bad."
Zhu Yuanzhang was also a little envious.
Because his teeth are not very good, he often suffers from toothache, and he is still a mess.
At this time, Zhu Yuanzhang had already used chopsticks with Li Xiao.
Over the years,
The number of times Zhu Yuanzhang ate alone with others can be counted on one hand.
Except for the former prince Zhu Biao, only Li Xiao now has this kind of treatment.
While Li Xiao was eating the food, he asked: "By the way, old man, why are you so happy today??"
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and said: "We have taken off the burden and handed it over to my son. I have nothing to do but feel light. Do you think we are happy or not?"
"Old man, it's transparent!"
Li Xiao gave Zhu Yuanzhang a thumbs up and said: "Listen to others' advice and eat enough. Now you can relieve yourself of the burden and take good care of yourself. I guarantee you happiness and good health in your later years."
Zhu Yuanzhang: "."
This was the first time that Zhu Yuanzhang heard someone tell him and asked him to listen to advice.
But it's effective.
He said happily: "We have relieved our burden, and my mood is indeed much better. I went to bed early last night and took the medicine you prepared. I slept so soundly. After I got up, I didn't feel dizzy." , my mind is much clearer.”
Li Xiao took a bite of the fat chicken and said with a smile: "You are caused by too much psychological pressure. Too much pressure is not a good thing. People tend to get sick. You don't have this problem now."
Zhu Yuanzhang nodded slightly and said: "Although we are in a better mood now, I still feel a little worried, and I am always worried that my sons will ruin the business."
"The world is safe and sound, and I will live up to the Tathagata and live up to you."
Li Xiao advised: "Old man, you are worried that your sons are not as good as you, right? But have you ever thought about whether you can protect your son for a while or for a lifetime? They always have to stand in that position and accept the challenges of growing up. For the test, you just need to be on the sidelines and give them some guidance. Take good care of yourself and you can watch them grow, and maybe there will be surprises!"
Hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang was slightly startled, and it took him a long time to come back to his senses.
yes
As long as you take good care of your body, watch slowly, and watch on demand, this is the way to choose the best prince. If you keep holding on and don't let go, you will fall behind.
Zhu Yuanzhang was surprised and said: "Young man, at such a young age, how can you think so clearly?"
Li Xiao smiled and said: "Just thinking about it."
Zhu Yuanzhang: "."
After a while, both of them were full of wine and food.
When Zhu Yuanzhang was in a good mood, he ate more and got up to move around and eat.
He walked around the room, feeling more and more excited as he thought about it.
I feel like my idea is right.
The way to have both in this world should be like this, give up something and gain something!
"Li Xiao, if you have nothing to do, let's go to the yard and bask in the sun. How about poetry?"
Zhu Yuanzhang walked for a long time and looked at Li Xiaodao.
"Let's go! We've never been afraid of people when it comes to poetry."
Li Xiao smiled proudly, then pointed to the wheelchair: "Can you please push me out?"
"Little things."
Zhu Yuanzhang laughed and pushed Li Xiao out of the yard.
You say something, I say something, and you come and I fight.
Afterwards, the two of them were laughing and complimenting each other.
Erhu on the side was stunned.
He had served Zhu Yuanzhang for so long, so many years, and it was the first time that he was so happy to see the emperor with such a young junior.
It's unimaginable
Deeply loved by the Holy Emperor and King Yan
What kind of person will this Li Xiao be in the future?
Unimaginable!
at the same time.
Jinyiwei was imprisoned.
Lan Yu was handcuffed and legcuffed, covered in filth, her hair was messy, and her eyes were dull. She was just a prisoner with no one paying attention to her.
The imperial prison was called the Heavenly Prison and was so heavily guarded that even flies could not get in.
But there are always some strange people and strange things in the world, and some heretical techniques.
A powerful figure under Lan Yu was named Tiangang. He found an opportunity to secretly kill a jailer of the Jin Yiwei and let the master disguise himself and sneak in.
While delivering the meal, he reported to Lan Yu the current situation in the court.
After listening, Lan Yu murmured. "The changes in the court have been so great that the Holy Emperor is going to Huangshan Mountain to escape the summer heat, leaving Zhu Yunwen behind to supervise the country."
Tiangang said: "Your Majesty, at this moment, the Holy One has not really established the position of crown prince and has not noticed you. We will take this opportunity to do a lot. Zhu Yunxi is also here in Tianlao. He is a legitimate son, so why not..."
Lan Yu shook her head: "You don't understand the Holy Lord. He does things flawlessly and there is no way he will have a chance."
Tiangang said: "My lord, it takes a thousand days to raise an army but only a short time to use it. The organization we have built privately over the years is not the time to put it to use now. No matter what, we must give it a try. My subordinates are willing to die for you!"
Lan Yu was silent for a long time. He looked at the copper and iron walls around him and suddenly felt unwilling.
Yes, do we really want to rot like a stinky rat here?
Over the years, I have made great contributions to the Ming Dynasty, but in the end I have to suffer this sin.
“When the fish dies and the net breaks, there will eventually be a win!”
Lan Yu suddenly made up her mind. Instead of dying in humiliation like this, she would rather fight, "Zhu Yuanzhang!! If you are unkind to me, don't blame me for being unjust to you!!!"
Lan Yu looked at Tiangang again and said: "Tiangang, I saw you right. At this critical moment, you are the only one who is still thinking of me. Follow my orders and gather the people from the Tianzhu Association. I still have a few things to do." The generals at the guard station are my loyal subordinates and have secret contacts."
Lan Yu secretly revealed all his trump cards.
Tiangang cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty, my subordinates take orders!"
After talking,
and disappeared into this dark prison
(End of chapter)
