Zhu Biao laughed happily a few times, and then looked at the girl supporting Mrs. Chen. There was no way that the bright jewelry under the lights was really eye-catching, not to mention that the girl was already bright.
There were some things that Magistrate Chen couldn't say, so Mrs. Chen took the girl's hand and introduced: "This is my granddaughter. I originally wanted to accompany His Highness to the banquet, but I was unwell, so I stayed to take care of her."
Zhu Biao smiled softly and said, "Ms. Chen's filial piety is commendable. She is indeed a lady from a famous family."
Miss Chen's pretty face turned red and she bowed softly and timidly. Apparently she was embarrassed to speak. Mrs. Chen smiled and said, "It's late at night. Your Highness, please go in and have a rest."
Zhu Biao nodded with a smile, and Magistrate Chen led him to the backyard. Along the way, he laughed and talked about the interesting things at the banquet, without saying a word about the girl just now.
All the way back to the Zhuyuan, Zhu Biao stayed with Magistrate Chen for a cup of tea. Zhu Biao planned to take over the Jiangnan clan, not to check and balance the current Huaixi nobles. Even with Zhu Biao's support, they would not be able to defeat the Huaixi nobles. expensive.
The reason is very simple. The Jiangnan clan has no military power. At the beginning of the founding of the country, it was the boss who wielded the sword, and the rest were just lambs to be slaughtered. The purpose of the Jiangnan clan to Zhu Biao was that they were rich and had enough economic talents.
Zhu Biao values this more than their role in politics. There are too few talents in this field in the DPRK and China. Zhu Biao alone can only provide an idea, and how could he devote all his attention to business? Many important military and political affairs of the imperial court had to be handled by him personally, which was the foundation of the Zhu family.
Magistrate Chen was also very happy. The prince moved into the Chen Mansion just because his status was suitable. Now it would be different if he was allowed to drink tea in the house. This was a personal relationship.
Governor Chen also knew that although the prince of the current dynasty was young, his ability and intelligence were far beyond ordinary people, and his civil and military skills could stand alone. After the Shanxi immigrants were settled, there were even rumors in the court that the emperor intended to let the prince manage the government.
This news shocked them. It was an anecdote through the ages. It would have been nice not to suppress the young Crown Prince when the emperor was still young. However, they thought carefully about the rumors about the father and son. Found this to be probably true.
This is why they are so eager. The crown prince's position is already as secure as Mount Tai. If he comes to the court in person, he will be the second prince. All parties will flock to plead to join the East Palace. Then there will be no chance for them.
Zhu Biao picked up the tea cup and took a sip and said, "A little too eager."
Magistrate Chen was stunned for a moment, and then he realized that their behavior was indeed too eager. This was by no means a proper behavior in the political situation, but time did not wait for us.
Magistrate Chen stopped laughing and looked at Zhu Biao and said sincerely: "I really want to serve you. If I was reckless, please forgive me."
Zhu Biao smiled: "That's okay, but why are the Jiangnan clan like this? You are law-abiding and have the protection of the court."
Zhu Biao didn't have much time to stay in Hangzhou. Naturally, he was not in the mood to play Tai Chi with them. He could solve it as soon as possible. Anyway, the man was in love and the concubine was interested, so there was no need to restrain himself.
Magistrate Chen said with a solemn expression: "Of course I will abide by the law, but there are people jealous of the rich people in the south of the Yangtze River. I am weak and weak, so I just want to be able to serve under His Highness."
Zhu Biao did not speak, and Magistrate Chen continued: "Several aristocratic families in the south of the Yangtze River have the same intention. The ministers do not dare to form cliques for personal gain. They just want to ask His Highness to make the decision, and please be kind to His Highness."
After saying that, Magistrate Chen knelt down solemnly in front of Zhu Biao, his head pressed tightly to the ground. In fact, it was not impossible to join Hu Weiyong's disciples, but Magistrate Chen had already felt that this person was probably similar to Yang Xian. , they are all short-lived.
What's more, Hu Weiyong is nothing. If Li Shanchang can still discuss it, Hu Weiyong doesn't have that much face, let alone the rest of the people. It is the best choice to seek refuge with His Highness the Crown Prince.
It's just that the difference between the king and his ministers is as great as heaven. Once they take refuge, there will be no room for relaxation. If the king wants his ministers, they will die. Although they are all ministers of the prince, they are very different. This Taking refuge means becoming a retainer of the prince, not a court official.
From now on, they will be both prosperous and destructive. If His Highness the Crown Prince falls, they will die without a burial place. It is impossible for others to accept them.
Zhu Biao stood up and walked to Magistrate Chen and said, "Which family in Jiangnan is the leader?"
Magistrate Chen breathed a sigh of relief. Although he knew that the prince had no reason to reject them, who knew the monarch's thoughts?
Magistrate Chen cheered up and replied: "It doesn't matter who is the leader. Everyone will support the person who can protect Jiangnan, regardless of which family."
Zhu Biao nodded, this is the relationship between the township and the party. The aristocratic families who have been able to get along at this time are very smart. They will not waste too much energy fighting among themselves. Money does not mean anything in this era.
Even if they are extremely wealthy, they cannot stop the imperial court's will. If they can choose them, they are willing to use all their wealth in exchange for a successful career. The official standard has been popular in China for thousands of years and has been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.
Zhu Biao asked Magistrate Chen to stand up, looked at him silently for a while and said: "After I return to Beijing, I will transfer you to Zhongshu Province. The post of Hangzhou Magistrate will be vacant. Please recommend a suitable candidate. I hope This person can make Hangzhou more prosperous."
Magistrate Chen's eyes lit up, he weighed several times in his mind, and instead of recommending his own family, he recommended someone from another wealthy family, and explained the reasons. Zhu Biao nodded unequivocally.
With this move, the Jiangnan clan was revitalized, and there was no need to worry about those drooling hungry wolves in the future. Magistrate Chen went out with great gratitude, while Zhu Biao continued to sit and drink tea, thinking about what would happen with this matter. Whose interests are harmed?
Although the Huaixi nobles are tyrannical, there are only a few who are qualified to divide the Jiangnan aristocratic families. Now they have been intercepted by Zhu Biao. Without them, these aristocratic families would not take shelter like this, and usually let some of the descendants of the clan Go to the East Palace to serve.
Zhu Biao leaned on the back of his chair and kept thinking in his mind, is it Hu Weiyong or Li Wenzhong?
Xu Da's status was so special that he no longer dared to make any more moves. Zhu Yuanzhang was most at ease with him, and he was also the most worried about him. The only person in the court who could really shake up the country was Xu Da, the first hero of the founding of the country and the invincible commander-in-chief of Zhongshan. .
It is possible that Hu Weiyong will arrive, but at this time, all his thoughts should be on Wang Guangyang, the person who robbed him of the left prime ministership, not to mention that he also paid a lot of money for Yang Xian. It is the time to recruit party members, so he may not have the intention to do so. Jiangnan family.
That is probably Li Wenzhong. He has never had a good impression of the world, not to mention that as a big boss in the army, he has many generals under his command. All of these people are very poor, and Li Wenzhong's salary is only enough for his own family.
The military is all about pomp and loyalty. I'm afraid Li Wenzhong didn't have enough money, so he turned his mind to the aristocratic family. I have to say it was a good idea. Even if Zhu Yuanzhang knew about it, he wouldn't make it difficult for Li Wenzhong.
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