Night, Qianqing Palace.
It was raining heavily outside the window again. Zhu Qiyu was leaning on the couch with a scroll in his hand, and said with a bit of surprise on his face.
"What? Let Zhu Yi come to the palace to see you?"
In the hall was Shu Liang, who was dressed in a python robe. He stood respectfully and nodded.
"Your Majesty, the news from the Young Master is as follows. It is said that after noon, Prince Consort Jiao came to the door in person, saying that it was from Cining Palace that he wanted to see the old ladies of the two families in order to give him the gift. I was getting married, and I specifically asked my young father-in-law to go there with me."
Putting down the book in his hand, Zhu Qiyu touched his chin with a smile on his face.
This is quite interesting.
The marriage of his children was a matter for the harem. Even for him, the emperor, the one who was responsible for managing the draft was Empress Wu, not to mention the noble family.
Even if a marriage is to be granted, all the old ladies of the two families need to do is to come to the palace, and then bring the young children over to meet them together.
However, the purpose of specifically asking Zhu Yi to follow him was obvious.
I'm afraid that the marriage grant is just a cover, and what Empress Dowager Sun really wants to see is Zhu Yi.
He said lightly "I understand".
Zhu Qiyu asked again: "How is Zhu Jian doing there? Is it possible that he will arrive in Beijing as scheduled?"
"Your Majesty, don't worry. Everything goes well with Mr. Zhu. He will definitely be able to reach the capital before Ting Ju."
As he said this, Shu Liang looked hesitant and said hesitantly.
"However, Your Majesty, there is something I don't know whether to say or not."
Seeing this, Zhu Qiyu raised his eyebrows, glanced at Shu Liang, and asked: "Why, are there anything else you dare not say in front of me?"
Shu Liang smiled sheepishly and said.
"It's not that I don't dare, it's just that I'm worried. Your Majesty thinks that your servant is stirring up trouble, but the matter is so important that if you don't speak out, I feel it's inappropriate, so I'm a little embarrassed."
After hearing this, Zhu Qiyu knew that what Shu Liang was about to say might be a bit sensitive, so he straightened up and asked.
"Whatever is going on, just say it if you have anything to say. I will naturally know whether it is a matter of stirring up trouble or not."
Shu Liang then spoke and said.
"I don't dare to deceive the emperor. This time Lord Zhu went according to the order and things were done properly. This is a good thing."
"But maybe I'm overly concerned. From the letters I sent back, I always feel that Mr. Zhu is too enthusiastic about going to Wala."
As he spoke, Shu Liang took out a few memorials from his sleeves, carefully handed them to Zhu Qiyu, and continued.
"Your Majesty, this is the memorial that Master Zhu has submitted to the imperial court from August last year until now. It is a copy that I specially went to the General Affairs Department to obtain."
"These memorials mostly contain strategies to protect the country and the people, but in their words, they always aim to welcome the Emperor back. Therefore, I have to think a little more."
"Also, after the battle of Shawo, he lost his troops first and had his arm cut off by General Guo. He should have been angry at this time. It was extremely risky to go to Wala at this moment. However, after Lord Zhu received the imperial edict, he Don’t be afraid of risks and don’t hesitate.”
"Although there is no solid evidence for all these things, I still feel uneasy in my heart. Please give me a clear warning."
After finishing speaking, Shu Liang lowered his head.
Zhu Qiyu flipped through several memorials that were placed in front of him. In fact, there was no need to flip through them. These memorials were all approved by him, so it was obvious what he wrote.
Pressing forward, Zhu Qiyu asked meaningfully.
"Shu Liang, with your words and these copies, it doesn't look like you didn't have any plans, right?"
Although he had served the emperor for a long time, the emperor's tone at this moment still made Shu's heart tighten.
So, Shu Liang quickly knelt down on the ground and said.
"Your Majesty is aware that this servant is indeed prepared, but the doubts in her heart are also true. Your Majesty is wise and powerful, and can judge thousands of miles. Since Your Majesty is willing to use Master Zhu, I should not be worried."
"But I also thought that since I noticed some signs, if I didn't tell him, I felt disloyal. I was in a dilemma, so I did the contradictory behavior just now. I definitely didn't mean to deceive the emperor."
Seeing Shu Liang shivering, Zhu Qiyu shook his head.
Of course he understood Shu Liang's concerns.
This time, Zhu Jian was still carrying out the mission in secret, he was also in danger alone, and he was sure that he would achieve great success if he accomplished the task.
The last person to do these things was named Wang Wen. He was now the Minister of the Ministry of Civil Affairs and was recognized by both the government and the public as the emperor's most trusted confidant.
The situation is so similar, no wonder Shu Liang is worried that if he says these words, he will think that he is stirring up trouble.
However, understanding does not mean agreeing, and those who should be taught must still be taught.
Shu Liang's position determines that he cannot worry so much.
After pondering for a moment, Zhu Qiyu waved his hand and said.
"Get up. I don't mean to blame you. You did the right thing. There are things that need to be said."
"However, there is no need to be so secretive. I use Dongchang and Jinyiwei to serve as the emperor's eyes and ears. It is one thing for me to be close to anyone, but if you don't dare to speak out because you are trying to figure out my intentions, then you are the real big deal.
wrong."
Shu Liang then stood up and said respectfully: "I understand, I will definitely not think wildly in the future and will be loyal to the emperor wholeheartedly."
Zhu Qiyu sighed, but did not speak. Instead, he stood up from the throne, walked slowly to the corridor outside the palace, and stood with his hands behind his back.
The heavy rain fell, making the night become more and more peaceful.
The light mist in the air hits your face, making people feel refreshed.
Shu Liang followed step by step, watching the gusts of wind wrap up the raindrops, falling at the emperor's feet and soaking the hem of his robe. He couldn't help but feel a little worried, but he didn't dare to speak.
After a while, the emperor's voice suddenly sounded, so calm that no emotion could be heard.
"Shu Liang, tell me, if the Supreme Emperor comes back, should I still be in the Supreme Emperor's position?"
Strings of raindrops flowed down the eaves, and cold sweat broke out on Shu Liang's forehead instantly.
Regardless of the fact that the ground was still wet, Shu Liang immediately knelt down again and said.
"Your Majesty, my servants must never have any disrespectful thoughts. Your Majesty, please warn me!"
Zhu Qiyu turned around, half of his face was hidden in the darkness, while the other half of his face, illuminated by the palace lantern, remained gentle.
"Get up, I'll ask you a question, and you can answer it!"
So Shu Liang stood up again, but the cold sweat on his head dripped down his forehead and onto his chin. He swallowed his saliva and said.
"That slave has the guts to speak out, of course you shouldn't."
Zhu Qiyu looked at him, his face neither sad nor happy, and asked: "Why?"
When Shu Liang saw this, he was still very upset and said.
"Your Majesty, your Majesty, I once heard Yu Shaobao say something. The throne of heaven has been established. It would be better to have him. Your Majesty is neither a supervisor nor a regent. Your Majesty, the Supreme Emperor, is here to announce it to the world. The whole country knows it.
How can something be repeated?"
"What's more, the Supreme Emperor insisted on personally conquering the civil war. Hundreds of civil and military officials, soldiers and soldiers were killed and injured, and it was all thanks to the Emperor's efforts to save the country. In terms of the achievements of the country and the image of a wise king, how can the Supreme Emperor be as good as the Emperor?"
As he said this, Shu Liang secretly looked at the emperor's expression, and seeing that the emperor was not displeased, Fang boldly said.
"Your Majesty, please forgive me, but I dare you to say something disrespectful. Although our Ming Dynasty's family tradition is to establish direct descendants, if our ancestors were still alive and saw that the country they worked so hard to build was ruined like this, they would also be devastated.
I will hand over the throne to Your Majesty."
"With all these things, the officials and the people must have an account in their hearts. Even if the Emperor returns to the south, for the sake of the Ming Dynasty, the Emperor should not give up the throne."
It should be said that as a slave of the emperor, these words were actually overstepping his duty.
However, since the emperor had asked, and there was no one else around at the moment, Shu Liang was cruel and just said it.
But after he finished speaking, he still felt very uneasy, fearing that what he said was inappropriate.
It's not that Shu Liang's psychological quality is not good enough, but that this matter is too sensitive.
In just a short moment, Shu Liang felt that it had passed an extremely long time.
After listening to Shu Liang's words, Zhu Qiyu sighed softly, but a coldness flashed in his eyes and said.
"You're right. There are some things that even our ancestors can't see through. It's a pity that some people don't think so..."
This chapter has been completed!