On Zhu Ming's side, because he had reported to Zhu Yuanzhang, he did not go to the main hall and was wholeheartedly preparing for the soap business.
But making soap still takes time, and Zhu Xi can only wait.
Looking at the rows of soaps waiting to be dried on the shelves, Zhu Ping felt anxious.
He had no confidence in doing business on his own.
Because since he was a child, he has never done anything serious.
But this time there is something different. This was guided by Su Jing.
"It will definitely succeed! Mr. Su is so powerful, there is no reason why he would fail!"
Zhu Ping encouraged himself and was looking through the documents one after another in his hand.
These are market research reports. According to Su Jing's teachings, Zhu Ru sent people to learn about the types of spices favored by high-ranking officials and nobles on the market, as well as the types of embroidery on cloth in tailor shops.
When doing business, you must know yourself and your enemy, and you will be victorious in every battle.
At this time, inside Fengxian Hall.
Zhu Yuanzhang was asking what Zhu Fan had learned from Su Jing.
"The so-called third child, is this materialist dialectics what Su Jing taught you?"
Zhu Yuanzhang frowned, not really understanding.
This was not the first time he heard about materialist dialectics. Zhu Biao and Mu Ying both mentioned Su Jing's teachings to him before.
Zhu Yuanzhang was able to conquer the Ming Dynasty because he naturally had his own philosophy, or a philosophy that combined theory with practice.
Under such circumstances, it is actually quite difficult for Zhu Yuanzhang to accept a new method of philosophical thinking.
If Marx himself were to explain materialist dialectics to Zhu Yuanzhang, Zhu Yuanzhang would probably be able to understand and accept it.
But it was just a retelling, and it still went through two retellings. In Zhu Yuanzhang's case, it can only be said that there is something, but not a lot.
"Yes, Father, I think this materialist dialectics is a method of speculation. It has an extraordinary effect on seeing the essence of things. I can't think of any words to describe Mr. Su's wisdom."
Zhu Fan said to Zhu Yuanzhang.
My previous understanding of Su Jing was limited to a few words or other people's descriptions.
The meeting during the Mid-Autumn Festival, even though he met Su Jing and attended class, Zhu Fan was indeed shocked, but not to the same extent as now.
At this moment, after Zhu Fan learned materialist dialectics, he felt that his perspective on the world had changed.
This kind of thinking is even comparable to Cheng-Zhu Neo-Confucianism.
Zhu Yuanzhang's expression did not change much, and he just said calmly: "Is this all Su Jing said about the policy of focusing on agriculture and suppressing business? Did he say anything about ways to improve it?"
Zhu Yuanzhang really didn't care that much about ideological matters.
What he was more concerned about was the example given by Su Jing, the Ming Dynasty, which was the policy he advocated to emphasize agriculture and suppress business.
According to Su Jing, if the Ming Dynasty had always implemented a policy of focusing on agriculture and suppressing business, it would inevitably lead to an intensification of land annexation.
In the theory of dynasty collapse mentioned by Su Jing before, land annexation is one of the most important reasons for the demise of a dynasty.
Therefore, Zhu Yuanzhang was actually a little nervous inside.
It was obviously for the sake of the Ming Dynasty that he chose the policy of focusing on agriculture and suppressing business. Unexpectedly, it accelerated the demise of the Ming Dynasty.
Zhu Yuanzhang could not accept such a thing.
But now in front of Zhu Fan, he didn't show anything strange, he just asked calmly.
"No, Mr. Su only pointed out the consequences and harm of focusing on agriculture and suppressing business, but did not provide a solution."
Zhu Fan replied: "I believe that based on the materialist dialectics mentioned by Mr. Su, the policy of focusing on agriculture and suppressing commerce is beneficial to the Ming Dynasty at present, but in the long run, this may not be the case."
"When the Ming Dynasty's national strength is restored and the people are at peace, my father may consider whether to change the ban on merchants."
Regarding his father Zhu Yuanzhang's still indifferent attitude, Zhu Fan was confused at first, but he understood after thinking about it.
His father went from having nothing to building a huge empire.
The consequences of focusing on agriculture and suppressing business may sound shocking to me, but to my father, it is just one of the problems he encountered in his life.
Zhu Yuanzhang listened to Zhu Fan's words and frowned slightly: "Change? Then how do you think it should be changed?"
Zhu Fan was concerned about state affairs, but Zhu Yuanzhang did not object.
The empire of the Ming Dynasty belongs to the Zhu family, and Zhu Fan is a bloodline of the Zhu family. It is natural that he should contribute his talents to the long-term development of the Ming Dynasty.
As for seizing the direct descendants, Zhu Yuanzhang never worried.
Zhu Biao's position among the sons is extremely stable.
Zhu Fan replied: "Reporting to my father, I haven't figured it out yet, but I believe that after I fully understand what Mr. Su taught me, I should be able to know how to change it."
It was a great courage for Zhu Fan to dare to propose changes to the national policies formulated by Zhu Yuanzhang.
How to change this, he really has never thought about it, or he can't think of it.
"Okay, second brother, then I'll wait for your answer."
Zhu Yuanzhang said immediately.
Instead of asking Su Jing, it is better to let his son think carefully and give an answer.
"Yes, father! I will never let my father down!"
Zhu Fan responded immediately.
Since becoming the king, Zhu Fan immediately felt that his burden was much heavier.
After Zhu Fan finished talking about the matter, he left Fengxian Hall, while Zhu Yuanzhang continued to deal with government affairs.
Not long after, Prince Zhu Biao came back.
"How's it going, Biao'er?"
Zhu Yuanzhang asked Zhu Biao.
Zhu Yuanzhang has made up his mind to investigate Ma Zhiyuan's case thoroughly.
Zhu Yuanzhang really listened to Su Jing's reminder.
If all the officials of the Ming Dynasty were forced to a point of no return, then the problem would not only be the officials themselves, but also the emperor himself.
Of course, before that, Zhu Yuanzhang had to figure out who had targeted Ma Zhiyuan and put him in such a situation.
Zhu Biao looked solemn and said, "Father, I have found some clues."
"What clue? Did you find someone?"
Zhu Yuanzhang immediately asked.
But at this moment, Zhu Biao did not answer, his face full of hesitation.
Zhu Yuanzhang immediately realized that the clues found were extraordinary.
"Say! There are only you and me, father and son, here, it doesn't matter who you are!"
Zhu Yuanzhang said immediately.
Zhu Biao said: "The clues I have found so far point to Song Guogong."
Song Guogong Feng Sheng!
This is no small person. The entire dynasty was full of civil and military officials, and the Duke only granted six titles.
Needless to say, Feng Sheng was an absolute confidant of Zhu Yuanzhang and a general whom Zhu Yuanzhang relied on, and he had made numerous illustrious military exploits.
Zhu Yuanzhang never thought that this matter would be related to Feng Shenghui.
"Biao'er, are you sure the clues you investigated are correct?"
Zhu Yuanzhang was a little worried and asked further.
Regardless of his identity, Zhu Yuanzhang did not want Feng Sheng to be related to this matter.
Moreover, Ma Zhiyuan was only a sixth-grade chief, how could he be related to Feng Sheng, a prince of the country?
Zhu Biao replied: "Father, I have repeatedly confirmed and compared it. It is indeed related to Song Guogong. However, Song Guogong himself may not know this. Maybe it is related to his nephew Feng Cheng."
Zhu Yuanzhang didn't want to believe it, and Zhu Biao was the same.
This Duke of Song, Feng Sheng, was his extremely respected elder, and he had taught him the art of war before.
Emotionally, Zhu Biao couldn't accept it.
But the results of the investigation have already pointed the way.
Feng Cheng?
Zhu Yuanzhang's expression changed slightly, just because Feng Cheng was Feng Guoyong's son, and Feng Guoyong and Feng Sheng formed a stronghold to protect themselves in the late Yuan Dynasty, and later joined him.
Feng Guoyong even suggested that Zhu Yuanzhang take Jinling as the foundation first. Zhu Yuanzhang adopted his suggestion and trusted him very much.
After crossing the river, Feng Guoyong was ordered to take charge of the personal soldiers and was entrusted with the task of confidant.
He made many military exploits and commanded envoys from officials to soldiers. Zhu Yuanzhang had a deep affection for him.
It was a pity that Feng Guoyong died of illness in the 19th year of Zhizheng, leaving behind his son Feng Cheng.
Zhu Yuanzhang really didn't know how to deal with this son of an old subordinate.
At that time, Feng Guoyong was very thorough in protecting Zhu Yuanzhang, was not afraid of death, and was able to take charge of his own soldiers, which showed Zhu Yuanzhang's trust in him.
After Feng Guoyong died of illness, Zhu Yuanzhang also took care of him a lot.
When Feng Cheng was young, he put Feng Guoyong's younger brother Feng Sheng in charge of his old ministry.
At this moment, Feng Cheng actually got involved in this matter. Zhu Yuanzhang only felt that the reality of what Su Jing told him at that time was now in front of him.
How should we deal with the descendants of those subordinates who have made great military exploits but have not restrained them and have done something outrageous?
"Father, I don't know what to do."
Zhu Biao said to Zhu Yuanzhang.
Feng Cheng is Feng Sheng's nephew, not just in the general sense, but the bloodline left by his deceased brother.
Needless to say, Feng Sheng's feelings for Feng Cheng are very doting.
Otherwise, nothing would happen now.
"check."
Zhu Yuanzhang hesitated for a while, but finally chose to continue investigating.
Zhu Biao looked at his father Zhu Yuanzhang, seemingly a little surprised.
"Father, what happens after you find out?"
Zhu Biao continued to ask.
Zhu Yuanzhang closed his eyes, and after a while, he opened his eyes and said: "Check first, be careful not to leak the news, and then check the seriousness of the matter."
After all, he is the son left by his old subordinate and Feng Sheng's nephew.
Both the dead and the living must be considered here.
Zhu Yuanzhang's words actually meant to protect Feng Cheng.
"Yes, Father."
Zhu Biao immediately understood what Zhu Yuanzhang meant.
After saying this, Zhu Biao also left Fengxian Hall.
Zhu Yuanzhang was sitting on the office chair, looking at the official documents in front of him, thinking about what Zhu Fan and Zhu Biao had reported. Zhu Yuanzhang felt a little annoyed.
Zhu Yuanzhang once thought that establishing the Ming Dynasty was the most difficult thing in his life. After the Ming Dynasty was founded, everything would become very simple.
But when he actually became the Ninth Five-Year Supreme Leader, he found that it was not easy at all to govern a country well.
"Su Jing, Su Jing, why are you unwilling to help me!"
Zhu Yuanzhang murmured to himself.
Since Su Jing can see the harm of the policy of focusing on agriculture and suppressing business, there must be a solution.
As for the case involving Feng Cheng, isn't it precisely because the Huaixi Xungui Group is the dominant family in the court, which has caused them to become more and more rampant and have lost their sense of awe.
Zhu Yuanzhang couldn't handle Feng Cheng's matter. He had to take care of Feng Sheng's feelings.
Zhu Biao couldn't handle it either. As a prince, he had to deal with the descendants of important officials in the court, which could easily cause discord.
Others, including Huaixi Xungui's party, would definitely plead for mercy and choose to be dealt with leniently.
The minister who was not afraid of Huaixi nobles and dared to deal with them head-on was Liu Bowen before.
But now, Liu Bowen has resigned, and Zhu Yuanzhang has also agreed.
It seems that Su Jing can handle this matter.
Although it is a job that offends others, Su Jing is not afraid.
"Chongba, why are you talking about Mr. Su again? I wonder if you are a little too dependent on Mr. Su."
Queen Ma walked over with a smile.
Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Empress Ma and said, "Sister, didn't I tell you that you don't have to come so often? I'm busy here and you have a lot to do. If anything happens, we'd better discuss it at night."
Words that seem like criticism are actually infinite favor.
Queen Ma said: "Chongba, can't I care about my son? What did Fan'er tell you? He came to you directly when he came back, and you didn't know to inform me."
"Yes, yes, I was wrong."
Zhu Yuanzhang immediately admitted his mistake, and then repeated what Zhu Fan had just said to Queen Ma.
Queen Ma's face changed slightly and she said: "Since Mr. Su mentioned the disadvantages, we should really think about it carefully. If it doesn't work, go ask Mr. Su."
Zhu Yuanzhang valued the long-term peace and stability of the Ming Dynasty, and so did Empress Ma.
Zhu Yuanzhang said calmly: "No need to worry, it's Ma Zhiyuan's case that really bothers me!"
"what happened?"
Queen Ma asked curiously.
Zhu Yuanzhang then told the situation about Ma Zhiyuan's case again.
"This matter is really difficult to handle!"
Queen Ma's face was solemn, and her brows were full of tangles.
She could tell at a glance that it was really difficult for Zhu Yuanzhang to handle this matter well.
"In fact, it's not difficult. If Su Jing can join the official position according to my arrangement and arrange some positions, it will be very suitable to handle this matter."
Zhu Yuanzhang said to Queen Ma.
Empress Ma immediately said: "Zhu Chongba, you let Mr. Su join the official position just to do such offending things, right? I can understand balancing the government, but you can't let Su do such offending things." Sir, do it yourself."
Queen Ma's attitude of defending Su Jing was quite firm.
If Su Jing were here, she would definitely thank the Queen of dismounting.
Not only did he stack up the immortality buff for himself, but he also argued for himself.
If this were his previous life, he would be a proper defense lawyer.
Zhu Yuanzhang's expression changed slightly, and he explained: "Sister, things are like this now. I can't help it. I have asked Biao'er to check carefully first. If it doesn't work, I can only suppress this matter first."
After Empress Ma scolded Zhu Yuanzhang, her expression recovered and she understood the current situation.
"This Feng Cheng was a good boy back then, why is he like this now?"
Empress Ma sighed slightly and said, "Perhaps it is really only Mr. Su who can handle it properly."
(End of chapter)
