Li Qing knew that Zhen'er's worries were not unreasonable, and Zhu Qiyu had some thoughts on changing the crown prince.
Anyone else would think that their own descendants would be the kings of future generations.
This is human nature. When you become emperor, of course you want your son to succeed you, not your eldest nephew.
It's really... the uncle and nephew thing is hard to get past, isn't it... Li Qing has a headache.
Just two days after he relaxed, this happened, which made him very depressed, and at the same time, he was also very confused.
The choice of the next emperor is still very important. The cousins Zhengde and Jiajing are both grandsons of the current prince Zhu Jianshen.
If Zhu Jianshen were replaced by someone else, maybe there wouldn't be these two people in the future, but at the same time, Li Qing felt that even if someone was replaced, things wouldn't necessarily get better.
What if it gets worse?
No one can say for sure!
"Qingzi, what are you thinking about?" The little old man sat down across the table and asked, "Is there another errand?"
"without."
"Go and get busy if you have anything to do, don't worry about the old man," Zhang said sloppily, "I'll keep an eye on the little guy for you."
Li Qing shook his head: "There's really no errand, it's just..."
The master knew his secret, so Li Qing did not hide it and immediately explained the tangle in his heart.
"Well, I'll help you with your advice." The little old man stroked his beard and said thoughtfully, "Well... I think it's better to leave it as is. At least you know a little bit about it, so it's easier to start."
"But I really only know a little bit!" Li Qing smiled bitterly, "I only know that Hongzhi loves his wife, Zhengde is playful, Jiajing likes to cultivate immortality, and nothing else."
"That's enough." Zhang said with a sloppy smile, "The Ming Dynasty today is no longer the same as the Ming Dynasty you once knew. What's the use of remembering that?"
After a pause, he added: "Actually, these are not important. No one can predict what will happen in the future. Instead of worrying about what has not happened yet, it is better to look at the present."
Zhang Sultan asked: "For now, who do you think will be more able to convince the public as the crown prince?"
"The current prince." Li Qing said.
"That's it." Zhang Sugao asked again: "As far as history you know, has the current emperor ever been an emperor?" gōΠb.ōγg
"Did it!"
"That would be no problem. Didn't he give the throne to his eldest nephew in the end?" Zhang said with a sloppy smile.
Li Qing shook his head: "It's not what you think, Master. Zhu Qizhen became emperor twice in history, and he was restored later."
"What?" Zhang Sloppy was surprised: "Then the young man actually became emperor twice?"
"Ang, although it is... outrageous, it is indeed true." Li Qing nodded, "But what is certain is that it is impossible now. I will not let him recover. If he dares, I will kill him."
Zhang said with a sloppy smile: "As expected of my disciple, you have courage!"
"Then what should I choose?" Li Qing scratched his hair, his face full of confusion.
"Didn't I say that there is no need to worry about this, just take care of the present." Zhang said with a sloppy smile.
"for example……"
"For example, you have to prepare lunch for now, otherwise I might beat you."
Li Qing: -_-|| "I know."
…
At noon, it was very rich.
With four dishes and one soup, the young and old all had great appetites and ate them all.
After the meal, the three generations of grandparents were laying the floor in the living room. The ice cubes in the bucket were filled with cold air, which was particularly refreshing.
After a while, the little guy was sleeping soundly.
Li Qing couldn't hold it back and fell asleep for half an hour.
After waking up, he said hello to his master and went to the palace.
After thinking about it, Li Qing still felt it was necessary to ask Zhu Qiyu what he meant.
Royal study room.
Zhu Qiyu joked: "Why did Mr. Jin'er think of entering the palace, but what are his thoughts?"
"Your Majesty, did you mention the Tian Fu thing you mentioned before in court?" Li Qing suddenly remembered this and asked.
"It has been executed." Zhu Qiyu nodded with a smile.
Li Qing was a little surprised: "So easy?"
"No, I have made some compromises." Zhu Qiyu explained: "I increased the annual salary of Ming officials, but overall I still made money, and a lot."
"It will definitely be profitable." Li Qing said with a smile, "The salary of officials in the Ming Dynasty is not high, and it doesn't matter if it goes up or down. As long as the result is good."
After a pause, Li Qing asked what was on his mind, "Does the Emperor have any intention of changing the prince?"
"Ah?" Zhu Qiyu hesitated and said with an unnatural expression, "How can such a thing happen? Where did you hear the rumors?"
"Just asking." Li Qing smiled and said, "Your Majesty, you might as well speak your mind. It doesn't matter."
Zhu Qiyu fell silent for a while, then said: "I have this idea, but it is just an idea, I..."
"You can't save face, right?" Li Qing asked.
"Hey." Zhu Qiyu said coquettishly, "To tell you the truth, I promised the Queen Mother before, but... alas, people change. At that time, I only wanted to save the country from trouble, but now..."
He smiled bitterly: "Do you think I am a capricious villain?"
"Human nature is understandable." Li Qing just smiled and continued, "But I hope the emperor will think twice. The prince is the foundation of the country, and deposing the prince is of great importance and has far-reaching consequences."
"I understand." Zhu Qiyu said quietly, "Once upon a time, I wanted to imitate the Duke of Zhou who assisted the government. I thought that when the prince grew up, I would step down and let him ascend the throne. But as time went by, I found that there was something I couldn't do. .”
He smiled bitterly and laughed at himself: "When I heard that the emperor didn't want to come back, I was even more happy. Although the emperor made a big mistake, he was very worthy of me and allowed me to change my name and become the emperor. But I... alas, sir , am I being hypocritical?"
Li Qing shook his head gently, he understood Zhu Qiyu.
"Everyone has two sides, one good and one evil." Li Qing said, "The emperor can face the evil in his heart and tell the truth, which shows his magnanimity."
"Yes," Zhu Qiyu nodded: "Good and evil are all in one thought. Sir, can you give me an idea?"
Zhu Qiyu was very confused, but Li Qing was also confused, and he didn't know what to choose.
Both were plagued by a phobia of choice.
"The decision-making power is in the hands of the emperor. The decision is all in the emperor's mind." Li Qing breathed a sigh of relief, "You can't depend on what I say or what the emperor thinks."
"Sir, just tell me." Zhu Qiyu looked at him pleadingly.
Li Qing thought for a moment and said, "Your Majesty, just follow your heart."
Zhu Qiyu was a little disappointed, but he didn't force himself anymore.
"I'm a little tired. Is there anything else sir?"
Li Qing stood up and said, "I'm leaving."
Watching Li Qing walk out of the hall, Zhu Qiyu sighed again, leaning on his chair and feeling lost. After a long time, he raised his voice and said: "Come, tell Yu Qian to come to the palace to see me."
…
Half an hour later, Yu Qian hurried into the palace.
Zhu Qiyu confessed what he was thinking and asked: "I can be the emperor, and you have done a lot. If you have anything to say, it's okay to say it. I won't be guilty."
"Yes, Your Majesty." Yu Qian cupped his hands and said, "I believe that we must not change the position of crown prince."
"Tell me why."
"The crown prince is the foundation of the country. Changing the crown prince rashly will not be conducive to the situation of the court, and all the officials will definitely oppose it fiercely." Yu Qian said solemnly, "If the crown prince is forcibly changed again, it will be detrimental to the emperor's reputation."
Zhu Qiyu's voice was calm: "Tell me more specifically."
Yu Qian analyzed: "The emperor and the prince are not father and son, but uncle and nephew. In the eyes of the officials... this relationship is good for them, so they must be fiercely opposed;
And if the emperor forcibly establishes a crown prince, he must provide sufficient benefits, at least greater than the benefits of not changing the crown prince. "
"Your Majesty." Yu Qian said seriously, "This benefit is not as simple as an increase in salary."
Zhu Qiyu was a little confused: "The prince and I are uncle-nephew, how come it is good for them?"
"Because..." Yu Qian said bravely, "Because the prince is the son of the Supreme Emperor, in the eyes of the officials, his succession will definitely be more inclined to the Supreme Emperor. If the emperor wants to keep a good reputation, he must get close to them;
If you want to change the crown prince, you must get the approval of all the officials. Does the emperor think they won't ask for an exorbitant price? "
Then, Yu Qian said seriously: "But in my opinion, even if the emperor and the prince are not father and son, the prince will not be as... stingy as they think, just like Duke Zhou. Even today, who can mention it without praising him?"
Zhu Qiyu was silent.
Yu Qian continued: "Your Majesty, it is really not easy for Ming Dynasty to reach this day and still develop vigorously;
Taizu, Taizong, Renzong, Xuanzong, even the Supreme Emperor, have put a lot of effort into it, and... I hope the emperor will think twice. "
After saying that, Yu Qian raised his robe and prostrated himself, unable to kneel down.
After a long time, Zhu Qiyu exhaled a long breath and said: "Yu Qian."
"I'm here."
"If I remember correctly, you were once the Supreme Emperor's teacher, right?" Zhu Qiyu asked.
Yu Qian was silent for a moment, "Yes."
"With immediate effect, your position as a minor security officer will be cancelled."
Yu Qian's heart sank.
Before he could speak, he heard Zhu Qiyu continue: "Change the title to Crown Prince and Grand Master!"
Zhu Qiyu chuckled and said: "After handling official duties, go to the East Palace to teach the prince how to read."
Yu Qian was startled, tears welling up in his eyes: "I obey the order."
Zhu Qiyu chose kindness.
