This sentence was like thunder exploding in Zhang Weixian's mind.
Zhang Weixian, who had just regained his composure, was so startled that his pupils shrank violently. He wanted to open his mouth to say something but nothing came out.
Seeing Zhang Weixian's expression, Chongzhen knew that he had guessed correctly.
As expected, he is a ruthless person who can use such methods. If word spreads, the British government palace may be destroyed in a fire tonight.
This is a big killer weapon, effective against both the emperor and noble generals.
To the emperor, he could say that this was an oral instruction or decree given by a certain emperor.
Mixing with the generals and nobles is to monitor them. When the time comes, it will be a great achievement to present it to the emperor.
Based on the trust that emperors of all dynasties had in the Zhang family, Chongzhen in history would not have had much doubt.
It is a threat to military generals, so just be obedient. If you are not obedient, then you will be impeached once to form a community of interests.
"Mr. British, if you lose the bet, the entire Zhang family will be wiped out. You have to think clearly."
"I have thought clearly!"
"Okay, let's get to work!"
Chongzhen waved his hand, and Zhang Weixian cupped his hand toward Chongzhen again and quickly exited Dongnuan Pavilion.
The north wind howled outside the door and blew on his body, making Zhang Weixian shiver suddenly.
Only then did he realize that his whole body was soaked with sweat.
After walking a certain distance, he looked back at Dong Nuan Pavilion, which was still bright in the night. Zhang Weixian felt that he had walked through the gate of hell several times.
In most of my life, I have never been as frightened as today.
This new emperor didn't look like he was seventeen or eighteen years old at all. When he faced him alone twice, he always felt that he was facing a sophisticated person.
The several ministries established during this period may seem like nothing, but taken together, over time, the Ming Dynasty will surely soar into the sky.
It is hard to say whether it can achieve the rule of Renxuan, but it will definitely change the decline of the national destiny.
Anyway, rectifying the Beijing camp is a matter for the dead Taoist friends rather than the poor Taoists.
In Dongnuan Pavilion, Wang Chengen handed over a note: "Your Majesty, this is what the British Duke gave to his slave after he just left Dongnuan Pavilion."
Chongzhen's eyes narrowed, and he opened them to take a look, with a look of thought in his eyes.
There are several names written on the fold, such as Pingjiang Bo Chen Zhi'an, Hui'an Bo Zhang Qingzhen, Xuancheng Bo Wei Shichun, Zhangwu Bo Yang Chongyou, etc.
These people are either useful among the noble generals, or they are evil people, otherwise Zhang Weixian would not be able to leave him.
After thinking for a while, Chongzhen handed the folder to Wang Chengen: "Give it to Li Ruolian and let him check it secretly."
Wang Chengen left in response.
After Chongzhen meditated for a while in Dongnuan Pavilion, he left Dongnuan Pavilion and went straight to Kunning Palace.
These days, I have been busy with the Shaanxi Civil War, the disaster, the Qin Palace and the rectification of the 21st Guards, and I have not spent much time with the Queen.
He has no practical experience in love, but in later generations, the Internet is overwhelming, with a lot of theories, and all kinds of heart-warming love words can be said at the drop of a hat.
How can a girl in this era withstand such a sweet attack? She fell in just a moment...
For several days in a row, I went to court to review the memorials in the morning, and spent the afternoon with Queen Zhou.
"If you touch nine, you will get thirteen!"
"Your Majesty, you set the rules, you won't fool us!"
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In Kunning Palace, the delicate laughter of Queen Zhou, Queen Zhang and others could be heard constantly.
Yes, these people are playing mahjong.
In the past few days, Chongzhen accompanied Empress Zhou, either going to Meishan to enjoy the flowers, watching a play, or playing chess in the palace.
Chongzhen really didn't feel anything about these things, so he could only play mahjong.
Don't tell me, although the Silver Manufacturing Bureau is only responsible for making gold and silverware, the craftsmanship is definitely top-notch.
A pair of mahjong is all carved from golden nanmu. If it is passed down to future generations, it will be an absolutely priceless treasure.
However, he also asked that mahjong should not be spread out for the time being.
The power of mahjong has been verified by later generations. In this society with very few entertainment projects, it will really become an obsession.
While everyone was fighting, Wang Chengen quickly walked to Chongzhen and whispered: "Your Majesty, Yuan Ge of Xi'an Prefecture is urgent."
Chongzhen's hand that was touching the mahjong suddenly stopped in mid-air, and repeated softly: "Mr. Yuan Ge?"
"Queen, come and fight, I have to deal with some things."
"I'll come and play with you when I'm done."
After Chongzhen finished speaking, he stood up and walked outside, leaving only the delicate laughter in the hall.
After arriving at Dongnuan Pavilion, Wang Chengen placed the small box containing Yuan Kelixin on the dragon case: "Your Majesty, it has been inspected and has not been opened."
Chongzhen nodded, Wang Chengen immediately opened the box, and a large envelope appeared.
Chongzhen started to open it and started to read through it.
It took a full quarter of an hour to read Yuan Keli's letter, with expressions of surprise, anger, doubt and relief in his eyes.
"Big companion, send the cabinet and the six ministries to see me. Also ask Cao Bianjiao and Zhou Yuji to come. After I finish talking with the cabinet, I will arrange for them if they have anything to do."
"Slave, let's do it now!"
After Wang Chengen left, Chongzhen looked through Yuan Keli's letter again, and countless thoughts flashed through his mind.
I don't know how long it took, but the arrival of the cabinet and the Sixth Ministry interrupted his meditation.
"The matters in Xi'an Mansion are almost settled. This is Yuan Keli's letter. You should read it first."
Everyone took the letter handed over by Wang Chengen and gathered around to read it slowly.
As they watched, everyone had expressions of surprise, anger, and joy on their faces.
"More than 15 million yuan of family wealth was copied, and there are more than 8 million taels of silver in cash. Prince Qin's palace is really rich."
"There are 43,000 hectares of fertile land, which is simply appalling. How many people have lost their fertile land. This is sucking the blood of the people."
"If you ask me, Mrs. Yuan Ge is very merciful. Those who let the Xi'an government take over and evade taxes should have their families confiscated and exterminated. It's so hateful!"
"It's a good idea to take this opportunity to check the number of fields in Xi'an Prefecture and see how many moths there are."
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Everyone sighed with emotion.
Chongzhen smiled. To be honest, he did not expect that Yuan Keli would take this opportunity to inspect the land of Xi'an Mansion. This was a kind of shock.
"My dear friends, the Prince of Qin's palace and clan have exceeded 15 million taels, plus the 5 million for disobeying the imperial edict and selling grain at high prices, this time it is almost 20 million taels.
The current silver is about 13 million taels, 40% of the current silver goes to the internal fund, 40% goes to the Taicang warehouse, 10% goes to the Jie Shen treasury of the Ministry of Industry, and 50% goes to the Changying treasury of Taipu Temple and the silver treasury of Guanglu Temple.
As for the antiques, calligraphy and paintings, etc., they are all sealed up in internal funds and will be sold when the right opportunity arises. What do you think? "
"I will obey His Majesty's will!"
No one had any opinions.
The Prince of Qin's Mansion belongs to the royal family. It is the royal family's own property. It is reasonable not to give it to them. Now that it is combined and distributed to various ministries, there is nothing to argue about.
As for the antiques, calligraphy and paintings, etc., the ones copied by the Eunuch Party are probably not sold out.
Things are more expensive when they are scarce, and the appearance of a large number of things on the market will only lower the price, and the gain outweighs the loss.
If there is no shortage of money at the moment, then just wait.
Chongzhen's plan was to carve out an area in Beijing after it was completely stabilized and build a city that never sleeps in the Ming Dynasty.
Integrating eating, drinking, playing, etc., these antique calligraphy and paintings are useful.
"Guo Aiqing, how much money has the Ministry of Revenue given me in total since I came to the throne?"
