Fengxian Hall.
Zhu Yuanzhang has returned, and Zhu Biao has followed him.
This was the first time Zhu Biao went to court with Zhu Yuanzhang after he came back. Overall, Zhu Yuanzhang was very satisfied.
"Biao'er, do you understand the matter of conferring a title on Su Jing?"
Zhu Yuanzhang turned around and sat down, asking Zhu Biao.
It is not a simple matter for a court drama to be staged like this.
Zhu Biao replied: "Father, I think that after Master Su enters the court, he will inevitably encounter a lot of resistance."
Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and said: "Yes, but this resistance is exactly what I want Su Jing to feel. Why am I doing this in such a big way to build momentum? Biao'er, do you know."
Zhu Biao looked at Zhu Yuanzhang and said: "My father wants to balance the situation. In such a situation, one party is already dominant, so my father wants Master Su to stand up and balance the entire situation."
Zhu Yuanzhang was stunned by this answer. He really didn't expect that Zhu Biao could say it so clearly.
"Biao'er, did Su Jing tell you this?"
Zhu Yuanzhang asked with a frown.
In his opinion, the only one who could teach Zhu Biao such things was Su Jing.
Zhu Biao shook his head and said: "Master Su and I have never discussed the situation of the court. Master Su only taught me how to look at the problem correctly, understand the problem, and find the essence of the problem."
Since learning materialist dialectics, Zhu Biao has found that this is a very useful cognitive methodology.
It seems that everything can be solved through materialist dialectics.
"Oh, then tell me why Cui Shangshu and Han Gong were so quarrelsome in today's morning court."
Zhu Yuanzhang was a little curious, and then asked Zhu Biao to start analyzing.
Zhu Biao paused for a moment, and then replied: "Today in the morning, the emperor wanted to give Master Su a knighthood. The knighthood is not the key. After the knighthood, Master Su's status in the court is the key."
"Cui Shangshu is an upright man and follows etiquette. I think he has no selfish motives."
"As the prime minister of South Korea, he is well aware of Master Su's talents and achievements. It is normal to suggest that Master Su be granted the title of Marquis."
"But Mr. Han is the minister who followed my father during the uprising. He represents the ministers in the Huaixi area. If Master Su enters the court, the object that my father wants to balance is Mr. Han and Mr. Su. , right or not.”
"Today, the princess of South Korea took the initiative to discuss with Cui Shangshu the matter of Master Su's knighthood. By putting Master Su at the forefront, she was actually following the wishes of her father. In this way, if Master Su enters the court, there will be no one with him. The possibility of the party, the premise of balance, is opposition.”
After these words, Zhu Yuanzhang was really shocked.
It is not too difficult to see that Zhu Yuanzhang asked Su Jing to enter the court to balance the situation.
In the early morning, all the officials basically knew about it.
But it can be seen that Li Shanchang took the initiative to cooperate with Zhu Yuanzhang, which requires some thinking.
After all, there was no quarrel between Zhu Yuanzhang and Li Shanchang.
Everything is understood spontaneously in the court.
"Not bad, Biao'er, you are really quite good."
Zhu Yuanzhang was very happy and said several good things in succession.
Previously, Zhu Yuanzhang had been worried that Zhu Biao would not be able to see clearly or understand him if he came back to be the prince after studying with Su Jing for a long time.
Thinking about it now, he was overly worried about everything, and there was no need to worry about these things at all.
Zhu Biao's current keen insight into the court situation has greatly exceeded Zhu Yuanzhang's expectations.
"Father, although I understand clearly, I don't think it is right to do so."
Zhu Biao did not choose to accept Zhu Yuanzhang's praise, but directly expressed his views.
When Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, he was not angry and just asked: "Tell me, what makes you feel wrong about doing this."
Zhu Biao took a breath, looked at Zhu Yuanzhang and said seriously: "Er Chen has studied with Master Su for a long time. Er Chen believes that what Er Chen can see with his eyesight, Master Su can also see."
"Of course my father wants to balance the situation in the court, but Master Su hates being used. Such things will only make Master Su feel bad about his father."
"Besides, Master Su's talent and brains would be the biggest waste for the Ming Dynasty if they were used for party disputes in the court."
"Finally, as a student of Master Su, I feel guilty."
Zhu Biao was well-founded, starting with Su Jing herself, and stated everything he thought was wrong.
In the Ming Dynasty, the person who knew Su Jing best was Zhu Biao.
Entering the court may be what many people dream of, but in Su Jing, Zhu Biao really couldn't feel the slightest desire.
Pure freedom and ease, that was something Zhu Biao had never seen in anyone else.
Moreover, it is such a waste to use so much novel knowledge taught by Su Jing to play politics.
Officials of a country should be pragmatic.
If Su Jing can continue to use her intelligence and talents, the power of Ming Dynasty will be visible to the naked eye.
This is not a fantasy, but has been proven by facts.
As for the end, from a student's perspective, Zhu Biao respected Su Jing, but at this moment his father, Zhu Yuanzhang, was taking advantage of Su Jing.
Emotionally, it's not that easy to accept.
Zhu Yuanzhang listened to Zhu Biao's words silently and did not refute anything.
"Biao'er, what you said is correct. I know it very well, but you have to understand that I am the emperor of the Ming Dynasty, and you are the future emperor of the Ming Dynasty."
Zhu Yuanzhang said earnestly: "It doesn't matter even if Su Jing hates me, just treat him well. As for the court situation, that is inevitable."
"Da Ming belongs to our Zhu family first and foremost. You must understand this!"
Daming, first of all, belongs to the Zhu family.
These words are the biggest principle deep in Zhu Yuanzhang's heart.
Of course, in the context of this era, there is no problem.
Family and the world have always been like this.
Zhu Biao felt heavy in his heart. Zhu Yuanzhang's words left him unable to refute.
The gap between ideal and reality is really too big.
"Okay, Biao'er, do you still want to see Su Jing today?"
Zhu Yuanzhang asked Zhu Biao.
Zhu Biao was stunned for a moment, then nodded and said: "Of course I want to meet you. I am a student of Master Su, and my studies are not over yet."
"Then you can go later. Go to your mother first and have a good talk with her."
Zhu Yuanzhang said.
Going later?
Zhu Biao immediately understood what his father was going to say to Su Jing.
He asked: "Father, have you confessed your identity to Mr. Su? Including the identity of your son."
This matter has always been on Zhu Biao's mind.
The longer I stayed with Su Jing, the heavier the depression and guilt felt in my heart.
Su Jing taught him without reservation, but he still concealed his identity.
If he can confess his identity, Zhu Biao must apologize to Su Jing properly.
"this……"
Zhu Biao's question directly stunned Zhu Yuanzhang.
Is this considered a confession or not?
Yesterday's conversation clearly hinted at that, but Su Jing just didn't pick on the window paper.
It was difficult for Zhu Yuanzhang to explain the harm, which led to a very embarrassing scene.
"Father, is there anything you can't say?"
Zhu Biao frowned and said in confusion.
Aren't there two situations: confessing and not confessing? I have to meet Su Jing later, so I won't refuse to tell him.
Zhu Yuanzhang hesitated for a moment and said, "Biao'er, don't worry, I'll tell you after I'm sure."
These words confused Zhu Biao again. What does it mean to be sure?
What happened last night?
"Yes, Father."
I think so, but I still have to follow Zhu Yuanzhang's instructions.
Zhu Biao then left, and Zhu Yuanzhang sat on the office chair, still feeling a little annoyed when he thought about Su Jing.
"Su Jing, you kid, you can hold it back all the time if you can!"
Zhu Yuanzhang said fiercely.
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the other side.
Niufu.
Su Jing had just gotten up. Although he was in someone else's mansion, he slept quite comfortably.
No matter how complicated the situation is, you must maintain a good attitude.
Besides, the treatment here is really quite good. Everything is provided. If you want anything, just ask.
"Where is your master?"
Su Jing grabbed a servant and asked.
The servant replied: "Master has something to do and goes out."
"The same goes for madam and young master, right?"
Su Jing asked again.
The servant nodded.
"okay, I get it."
Su Jing didn't ask any more questions.
Although I had thought of it before, and now I am just confirming it, I still feel a little disappointed when I really get the answer in the affirmative.
"It's nature that plays tricks on people!"
Su Jing looked up at the sky, then lowered her head, shook her head and smiled: "It's nothing, that's it anyway."
After a simple breakfast, Su Jing specifically asked if she could go out.
There are no obstacles, you can go out whenever you want.
It seems that he is not under house arrest, which is not bad.
Now that she could go out, Su Jing did not hesitate and ran directly to Yingtian Street.
This place is much more prosperous than when Su Jing came last time.
As the capital of the Ming Dynasty, it is the political, cultural and economic center of the country. No matter what it is, it is huge.
Of course, the most significant thing is the population.
There are quite a lot of people on the street.
Although Lishui County has developed fairly well because of Su Jing, there is still a big gap compared with capital cities like this.
As a food lover, Su Jing will naturally not miss all kinds of delicious food.
Roast duck, salted duck, salted duck, vermicelli, soup dumplings...
Su Jing had to have a taste of everything she saw.
In her previous life, Su Jing often ate snacks in Jinling City. When she tasted them again now, the taste was still a little different.
After all, there are still big differences in the eating habits between today's people and ancient people.
What Su Jing felt most clearly was the grease.
To put it bluntly, fat is one of the most direct sources of calories. Only wealthy people would eat dishes that are specially baked to remove fat.
For ordinary people, oil is a happy thing in their diet.
“It has to be Nanjing roast duck!”
Su Jing put the marinated roast duck legs directly into her mouth. The sweet and salty taste flowed freely in her mouth. The rich fat under the duck skin was simply a delicious detonator.
Unexpectedly, Zhu Yuanzhang would still be in trouble.
Su Jing quickly destroyed the roast duck in her hand, feeling quite emotional in her heart.
As a duck lover, Su Jing also knows something about the history of Nanjing roast duck.
As early as the Southern and Northern Dynasties, "Roasted Duck" has been recorded in the "Shi Zhen Lu". After Zhu Yuanzhang established his capital in Nanjing, the common people loved to eat Nanjing salted duck, and the emperor also loved to eat it.
It is said that Lao Zhu had to eat one roast duck a day.
In order to make Lao Zhu happy, the royal chef in the palace naturally had to study various ways to eat duck.
Cooking methods such as grilling and barbecued pork came into being.
Zhu Yuanzhang was not a self-respecting person, so the food preparation methods in the palace were naturally spread to the people.
Roast duck is such a delicious and easy-to-get cheap thing, it quickly became popular.
It’s not clear whether Su Jing is real or fake. Anyway, the development of duck cooking in Nanjing is inseparable from Zhu Yuanzhang.
Even the later Beijing roast duck evolved from Nanjing roast duck.
Compared with the way to eat Beijing roast duck in sliced pancakes, Su Jing still prefers Nanjing roast duck.
After eating the duck, Su Jing wandered to the Qinhuai River.
The current Qinhuai River Confucius Temple has not yet been designated as a tourist attraction, and there are no ticket gates or internet celebrity delicacies inside.
There is a street along the river with various merchants selling goods.
Walking on the road paved with blue bricks, Su Jing felt quite happy.
After all, when I came here in my previous life, this place was full of modern atmosphere.
It’s not that modernization is bad, but it lacks some artistic conception and flavor of life.
Among the pedestrians coming and going, many were wearing plain long robes, holding folding fans in their hands even though it was just the beginning of spring. The rich had some gold, silver, and jade pendants on their waistbands, while the poor had nothing. , highlighting a simplicity.
The most interesting thing is that they all like to wear embroidered hats on their heads.
These people are scholars, or literati.
After all, it is by the Qinhuai River, so it is normal for there to be many scholars.
In some pavilions, there are still two or three scholars communicating, reciting articles, or reciting poems.
Su Jing doesn't have the habit of being arty. When she sees these scenes, she always skips them quickly.
Of course, it is not because this is the Ming Dynasty. Most of the poems Su Jing remembers in her mind are from the Tang and Song Dynasties, so she cannot be regarded as a copycat.
It's simply because I don't want to do all these bells and whistles.
Continuing to walk, almost leaving the confines of the Confucius Temple, Su Jing saw many more colorful colors in front of her eyes.
"Sir, it seems that you are new to the capital. Our girl from Yichunyuan is proficient in all kinds of music, chess, calligraphy and painting. Come and sit down."
An old bustard came to Su Jing. Although she was an old lady, she still had charm.
Su Jing couldn't help but stop. How much difference there is between Yichunyuan in the capital and Lishui County seems to be a very interesting question.
"Okay, then I'll go in and take a look."
Su Jing doesn't have any moral obsession. She's just taking a look around. There's nothing she can't go to.
"Okay, sir, please come upstairs."
This kind of madam who solicits customers at the door must be discerning.
Su Jing is not an ordinary guest, he is a rich man!
But at this moment, the guards who had been following and protecting Su Jing were in trouble!
They all know where this Yichun Garden is. If Su Jing goes in, how can they protect Su Jing?
(End of chapter)
