All the ministers and officials were speechless.
Because after a short while, they really couldn't find a more suitable candidate than Zhu Di!
But they can't give up easily.
Because the vassal princes were allowed to enter the capital, and a number of ambitious vassal princes were allowed to enter the government system.
Being able to serve as an official in the court has a huge impact on all officials.
After all, how can a vassal king enter the court and serve as an official?
Moreover...the officials of the Ming Dynasty are also well-organized, trying to squeeze in so many vassal kings one by one.
Then you must pull some out, right?
Or, the establishment must be increased, such as the Taxation Department, which is a newly established department that King Zhu Di of Yan will serve.
The problem is, power is always constant.
The newly established department will definitely take away the power that originally belonged to the old department.
No matter how you look at it, it is detrimental to the interests of the current officials of the Ming Dynasty!
Therefore, it is normal for all the officials and ministers not to agree.
"Your Highness, the vassal prince returned to Beijing and held an official position. This matter... is really unprecedented!"
"I'm afraid it will bring trouble to Chao Gang and cause chaos in the world!"
Now the officials can only seize this last point to oppose Zhu Yunxu's appointment.
But Zhu Yunzhen smiled sarcastically.
He said calmly: "Why is there no precedent for this matter?"
"In the past, during the Tang and Song dynasties, all members of the royal family could serve as officials in the dynasty. During the Song dynasty, even the princes had to start as Dukes of the country."
"You need to make achievements in the court before you can be promoted to prince."
"But what was the result? In the entire Song Dynasty, there was no case of rebellion by a vassal king!"
"On the contrary, the Han Dynasty had the Rebellion of the Seven Kingdoms, and the Jin Dynasty had the Rebellion of the Eight Kings."
"From this point of view, it is the best choice to let the vassal king return to the capital and appoint officials!"
"You are all scholars, don't you think you don't understand these principles?"
Zhu Yunzhen's reasoning made all the courtiers speechless.
He recalled the vassal king to the capital, and naturally wanted to take back military power.
Moreover, the plan he formulated absorbed the methods of dealing with royal family members in the Tang and Song dynasties, which ensured that the feudal kings would not cause rebellion again in the future.
The only thing to note is.
During the Tang and Song dynasties, the policies of the vassal kings were consistent.
That's been the case from the beginning.
But this was not the case in the Ming Dynasty. It is now the twenty-sixth year of Hongwu, and many vassal kings have been vassal for a long time.
I have become accustomed to the days of having military power.
If they suddenly take back their military power, they will definitely feel dissatisfied.
At the same time, if they are allowed to switch from a system in which they have money and power to another system that requires their own struggle, some people will be dissatisfied.
The change in the feudal king's policy will inevitably trigger an inevitable riot.
But Zhu Yunxuan felt that it was all worth it!
With a moment of chaos, the eternal situation of the Ming Dynasty was established, so that the problem of vassal kings would never become a problem for the Ming Dynasty again.
He can accept this price!
After all, at least one-third of the responsibility for the future collapse of the Ming Dynasty lies in this vassal system...
The mighty Ming Dynasty actually has an empty treasury and cannot even get out a penny!
This is simply a shame!
Zhu Yunzhen will naturally not let such a thing happen again.
Seeing that the officials were speechless, they had nothing to say.
Zhu Yunzhen naturally took advantage of the victory and said decisively: "Since you all have no objections."
"Then it's settled."
"From today on, King Zhu Di of Yan will be the head of the Taxation Department!"
Zhu Yunxuan made the final decision.
At this time, the ministers had no chance to object. They opposed Zhu Yunxu during the discussion stage and after the decision had been made.
These are two completely different concepts!
Zhu Yunzhen can tolerate objections, but cannot tolerate anyone trying to undermine him!
Seeing that the overall situation has been decided, all the ministers and officials can only sigh.
I hope in my heart that nothing will happen...
After this matter was settled, there were no more important matters to discuss between the DPRK and the DPRK, and Zhu Yunzhen decisively withdrew from the DPRK.
The King of Yan, Zhu Di, was found privately.
Meet in the imperial study room.
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Royal study room.
Zhu Yunzhen and Zhu Di sat opposite each other.
"Fourth uncle, please! Have tea!"
Zhu Yunxuan reached out and offered a cup of hot tea.
It's no longer a court meeting.
If he continues to act like his grandson, he will be annoying.
King Yan Zhu Di is a sharp blade he prepared for powerful bullies and powerful families.
Naturally, I want to please.
In case there comes a time when his cheap fourth uncle is unable to do his job.
Fool yourself.
The tax department has become a joke.
But although Zhu Di took the tea cup, he did not drink it.
Instead, he suddenly said: "I'm very satisfied if Xi'er can still recognize me as my fourth uncle."
"It's just that now, the identities between you and me have changed. You are the grandson and the crown prince of the Ming Dynasty!"
"I can't drink this cup of tea no matter what."
When he left last time, Zhu Di already felt something bad in his heart.
He knew that Zhu Yunxuan was favored by Lao Zhu and had the possibility of becoming the crown prince.
But at that time, after all, there were still King Wu and King Heng, and the three kings Zhu Yunwen, Zhu Yunxi and Zhu Yunxian were competing for power.
But now, King Wu and King Heng have gone to the Hall of the King of Hell to gather.
The position of grandson Zhu Yunzhen became more and more stable. No one in the court was dissatisfied, and even if they were dissatisfied, they did not dare to show it at all.
Zhu Di was already convinced by these methods.
It's definitely not his character to just give up!
"Now that things have happened, I have made it clear." Zhu Di sighed and said, "I don't know what means you used to make Dao Yan change his banner."
"But being able to convince Dao Yan is your ability, Xi'er. I, Zhu Di, have nothing to say."
"But I, Zhu Di, have not given up my position as Crown Prince!"
"I will take over the position of Taxation Department, and I will also obey your arrangements, Zuo'er. We will do whatever you say without any objection."
"But the crown prince's matter has a huge bearing on the world after all!"
"If I find out, the Taxation Department you built will not be able to change the pattern of the Ming Dynasty, and everything you have done will be ineffective."
"I, Zhu Di, will take the crown prince's position from you no matter what!"
Zhu Di looked very serious.
Zhu Yunxuan looked at his fourth uncle opposite him and had a vague guess in his heart. He, his fourth uncle, never thought that he was inferior to anyone else.
But now, Ken was subordinate to him and served as head of the tax division.
In fact, he has already given in.
The reason why he said this was actually that Zhu Di was taking the initiative to give him Zhu Yunzhen a chance.
An opportunity to impress Zhu Di and make Zhu Di return to his heart!
"Please rest assured, Fourth Uncle, Fu'er will not disappoint Fourth Uncle!"
Zhu Yunxuan solemnly promised: "Fourth uncle, just watch, this Ming Dynasty will definitely become stronger step by step in the hands of Xu'er!"
"It's just that for this matter, I still need to rely on my fourth uncle for help."
Zhu Yunzhen actually felt a little helpless.
Originally, he recommended Zhu Di to be emperor to Lao Zhu, but by mistake, he got to where he is today step by step.
It is no longer possible to give up at this time.
Zhu Yunxuan can only go to the dark side...
The hard work of being an emperor can only be borne by yourself.
After all, today, even if he takes the initiative to give way, it will never end well.
With his current reputation and status among the people...
No matter who inherits the throne, there will be no room for him.
"Hahaha, I hope so."
Zhu Di gave a long laugh, looked sideways in the direction of Yangshan, and said, "After all, I don't want dad to be sad."
Zhu Yunxuan is the grandson of Lao Zhu.
Seizing the throne is tantamount to disobeying Lao Zhu.
Moreover, for the sake of the throne, uncle and nephew kill each other, which will break Lao Zhu's heart.
If it were possible, Zhu Di wouldn't want to do it!
"Yeah..." Zhu Yunxi suddenly sighed: "Grandpa Huang is already sad enough about Zhu Yunwen and Zhu Yunxi."
"I really can't make Grandpa Huang sad anymore..."
"By the way, this time when the vassal king returns to the capital, I have asked my third uncle to serve as the magistrate of the clan's mansion. He will be in charge of the clan's mansion and restrain the lord of the clan."
"It's just that I'm worried that Uncle San will be alone and the results won't be obvious."
"If possible, please ask Fourth Uncle to help Ji'er pay more attention to the actions of other vassal kings."
"We must never let the tragedy of the second and third brothers happen again!"
These are Zhu Yunxun's sincere words.
As long as these people don't commit suicide, Zhu Yunzhen really doesn't want to, and he has no intention of attacking them.
Lao Zhu is still alive, but his family members are having troubles one after another, and Lao Zhu feels very sad.
Zhu Di took a deep look at Zhu Yunxi.
It doesn't look like he's faking it.
He nodded and said: "This is natural. If I get any news in my spare time, I will naturally explain it to Third Brother."
"Make sure nothing happens in the capital."
"After all, this world still belongs to our Lao Zhu family. We can't cause chaos and take advantage of outsiders!"
At this point.
Zhu Di's thoughts were surprisingly consistent with Lao Zhu's!
The capital of the Ming Dynasty cannot be in chaos!
The Ming Dynasty must not be in chaos!
No matter who ascends the throne of Ming Emperor in the future, there must be at least one prerequisite.
This emperor must be named Zhu!
(End of chapter)
