Hu Dahai originally wanted to take his second son Hu Guanzhu to Jinling to plead guilty, but unexpectedly Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhang Ximeng came first and went directly to the army.
Hu Dahai's mood was so agitated that he didn't even know what to say for a moment. His son Hu Sanshe chose to die in a right way. He did not avoid risks when he was in high position. His presence in the army was not only a trust in him, but also an inspiration to thousands of loyal and brave soldiers.
Hu Dahai really admired Zhu Yuanzhang more and more. Even though he felt the pain of killing his son, he knelt down in front of Zhu Yuanzhang respectfully.
"I'm humble and pay my respects to my superior!"
Lao Zhu hurriedly came over and reached out to hold Hu Dahai. Lao Zhu was not a person who showed his emotions, but he still held Hu Dahai's arm hard and shook it again and again. Then he entered the military tent and sat down. Zhu Yuanzhang asked Hu Dahai to sit next to him, Zhang Ximeng
Stay with me.
Then Lao Zhu asked the others to go out, and then he said to Hu Dahai: "We know that no matter what you say, they are your own flesh and blood. Tiger poison cannot eat its children. It would be unfair for you not to take your son seriously."
Favor. But we really can't show our noble hands... Tens of thousands of dan of grain, after conversion, is almost 20,000 taels of silver. We have stipulated that anyone who embezzles dozens of taels will be beheaded and skinned. In addition, he sells private wine, so this reward
The profit is more than 100,000 yuan... We worked hard to conquer the country, and the brothers sacrificed their lives and their blood was stained with yellow sand. Is the family fortune that we finally saved just for others to waste it casually? "
Hu Dahai already knew about his son's crime, because people kept sending news from Jinling. There were a lot of things involved in Hu Sanshe's case.
Some people stole grain from warehouses, some brewed wine privately, and some smuggled and sold it. From local officials to big merchants, there were more than two hundred people involved in the case.
Among them, more than thirty people were sentenced to death.
Among these people were Zhu Yuanzhang's fellow villagers from Haozhou and wealthy businessmen from Huaixi. One of them turned out to be Zhu Wenzheng's cousin. This man was not only involved in the private liquor business, but also smuggled salt from Zhang Shicheng.
When they tracked down his home, they found a total of 2,000 kilograms of illicit salt. In addition to the case, another case was brought out.
This guy also wanted to fight against Zhu Wenzheng. After investigation, it was determined that he was just acting recklessly under the banner of Zhu Wenzheng and did not tell Zhu Wenzheng.
He prepared three thousand taels of silver, but he didn't have time to give it away.
When things got to this point, Zhu Yuanzhang was so frightened that he secretly wiped away a cold sweat.
Fortunately, the investigation was carried out in time, otherwise, if Zhu Wenzheng accepted the gift, it would be difficult even for him. Although the national law is the first, it is not easy to make a decision when facing close relatives.
Lao Zhu wrote a letter, sternly reminding Zhu Wenzheng that he should exercise strict self-discipline and not do anything random, otherwise even if he wanted to protect him, he would not be able to.
In addition to writing letters, Zhu Yuanzhang also sent people over to keep an eye on Zhu Wenzheng and keep a close eye on this kid.
It was precisely because of his nephew's incident that Lao Zhu sympathized with Hu Dahai's experience.
"We have given an order to strictly enforce military discipline in the army, from top to bottom. Corruption must be severely punished. We all see how the Yuan Dynasty got to where it is today... We have not yet conquered the world, but we will make the same mistake again."
, I’m afraid that all of us will die without a burial place!”
Zhu Yuanzhang told Hu Dahai carefully about the situation of the case, his considerations and worries.
Hu Dahai listened silently and felt in his heart, "Sir, that traitor wanted to enjoy himself at the beginning. I asked him to serve in the army. He insisted on saying that he was sick and in poor health and could not bear the hardship. He went there some time ago.
In the military camp, I thought he just didn't want to endure hardship, but I didn't expect that he actually dared to steal military rations and make wine privately... This little beast should be killed! He must be killed! I even want to kill him with my own hands!"
Hu Dahai said seriously: "There is no need to worry about the superior. I can think clearly. When I took refuge in the superior, it was because I saw that the superior was strict with his subordinates. I didn't make any mistakes. I knew that the superior would definitely achieve great things. Now that the superior has done everything right, how can I not do it in a humble position?"
Convinced? It’s just that I never expected that this matter would actually fall on me. I am in a humble position and cannot teach my children well. I am in a humble position and cannot afford to be in a superior position!”
Hu Dahai fell to the ground crying, and Zhu Yuanzhang quickly pulled him up again, "Stop it, you are leading the army, how can you take care of everything? Remember, you also want a son?"
"Yeah! Tell Hu to shut down this kid. This kid is not as smart as his brother. He is stupid and only knows how to hit and rush... but he is quite similar to me as a father."
Zhu Yuanzhang nodded, "Okay, okay! Let's learn some skills from Mr. Zhang first, and then become a personal guard for us!"
Hu Dahai was stunned for a while...Zhu Yuanzhang's personal guards did not just protect Lao Zhu. In fact, they were responsible for many tasks. To put it simply, Wu Datou's Qianhu title was just under Lao Zhu's personal guards.
Protecting Zhu Yuanzhang's safety, spying on intelligence, publicizing public opinion, investigating illegal activities... this personal guard was responsible for many things.
Once you become Lao Zhu's personal guard, it means you have become a hard-core confidant.
Hu Dahai's face was full of bitterness. He said embarrassedly: "Sir, that kid doesn't know anything. I'm afraid he'll get in trouble!"
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled: "So we let him follow Mr. Zhang first and learn some skills. Our nephew Li Wenzhong, godson Zhu Ying, and Lan Yu are all under Mr. Zhang."
Zhang Ximeng also smiled and nodded, "Commander Hu, you only have this one child left. The master is afraid that he will be harmed. If he is temporarily classified as a personal guard, you will also have to look at his interests and talents. There will always be a position suitable for him.
Even if he is willing to lead troops in war, he can first learn how to use firearms and then let him command the firearms battalion. You are a meritorious minister and you understand the righteousness well. My lord is not willing to have another accident, and we don't want to see it either!
"
With Zhang Ximeng's explanation, Hu Dahai finally accepted it happily.
Although Hu Sanshe could no longer be saved, the superiors still tried to remedy the situation and imprisoned Hu Sanshe with kindness, which somewhat made Hu Dahai feel better.
"Sir, let's not talk about the family affairs of the humble position. I heard that the superior didn't agree to praise Shi Mo Yisun?"
Zhu Yuanzhang nodded, "It is indeed true. What do the soldiers think?"
"Of course I think the superior did the right thing!" Hu Dahai gritted his teeth, "I just can't figure it out. How many warriors like us are willing to sacrifice their lives? Do we insist on praising that thief of Yuan Tatar? Fortunately,
The superior is wise and wise and has not been fooled. The brothers all think that the superior has done the right thing and give them a thumbs up!"
Lao Zhu smiled reservedly and said, "Mr. Zhang has a clear view of this matter."
Zhang Ximeng took over the words, "Commander Hu, to be honest, this kind of thing is not difficult to understand... Those who have always controlled public opinion are not military officers. There are too many heroic deeds that have been forgotten, even if they can be recorded in
In the annals of history, not many people remember it. When it was compiled into plays and put on the stage, most of them were talented men and beautiful women. Even some of the conquests in troubled times were only superficial and could not be penetrated deeply. "
"Fortunately, we have noticed that the army also has its own propaganda team. I have asked Wu Datou and others to send people over to understand the actual situation in the army and put the heroic deeds of the soldiers on the stage... Publicity and propaganda is also a big battle.
If we don't seize the position, we will fall into the hands of others. If we let them interpret it randomly, they will confuse right and wrong and confuse the public. Take Shi Mo Yisun's family as an example. If we really praise them, someone might say Shi Mo in the future.
Yisun is a loyal minister, but once he becomes a loyal minister, won’t we all become sinners who kill loyal ministers and filial sons?”
Hu Dahai glared, "What nonsense is this? I'm not convinced! Mr. Zhang, in this attack on Zhuji City, a total of 536 people were killed, and 13 of them performed first-class meritorious service."
...The brother who took the lead in setting up a ladder, I gave him a trick. To be honest, the bones in his upper body were broken, and he was bleeding from all his orifices. I, I couldn't help but shed tears just looking at him."
Hu Dahai raised his head, looked at Zhu Yuanzhang, and then at Zhang Ximeng.
"Your Majesty, Mr. Zhang, I know that some people say that Hu Dahai will probably hold a grudge or even rebel because his own son died... But, those soldiers are also my brothers and nephews... They sacrificed their lives to protect themselves.
Fighting to the death. Thirty-eight thousand shi of military rations! How many lives are those! Such a rebellious beast, even if the superiors don’t kill him, I can’t spare him! The country we have gained in exchange for our lives cannot be wasted.
Even if it’s our own flesh and blood, it won’t work!”
Hu Dahai was emotional and revealed his heart. Zhang Ximeng and Zhu Yuanzhang could not help but sigh.
Hu Dahai is indeed an extraordinary person with a profound understanding of righteousness.
"The Lord wants to give double the pension to the brothers who died. How to do it specifically? I have detailed regulations here, which will be announced later to ensure that everyone is satisfied. As for Shi Mo Yisun? They belong to Yuan Ting.
A die-hard lackey who resists benevolence and righteousness will deserve to die. The details of this battle must be written down, carved into a stone tablet, and left in Zhuji to alert future generations. Moreover, the world must be clearly informed that any talk about Shi Mo Yisun must be carried out without warning.
To make it clear, their family was the hereditary vice-wan household of the Yuan Dynasty, enjoying glory and wealth. During the period of guarding the state, they indulged their subordinates, robbed the people, broke their bones and sucked their marrow. They also casually framed red thieves, and many innocent people were killed! These things Liu Bowen is not familiar with
There is already a detailed investigation file on the side. To clarify the cause and effect, he is not simply loyal to the Yuan Dynasty. If anyone dares to ignore the reasons and just praise the loyalty of an eagle dog, he is doing it for the Yuan Dynasty and must be severely punished!"
When Hu Dahai heard this, he immediately nodded vigorously, "Yes, Mr. Zhang is so right..."
While we were chatting happily, Xu Da suddenly asked to see him. He didn't come by himself, but he actually held a little girl over five years old.
"Sir, this is Shi Mo Yisun's daughter. She was almost dragged into the fire by her grandmother. She was brought out by a servant of their family and was just sent to the military camp to receive the reward."
"Receive a reward?" Zhu Yuanzhang frowned and said, "What reward do you receive?"
"It's not because the superiors didn't praise Shi Mo Yisun that they felt that the superiors wanted to kill their family. This girl was a fish that slipped through the net, so I sent her here..."
"Bastard!" Lao Zhu slammed the table angrily, "We are not going to have trouble with a little girl. Shi Mo Yisun deserves to die. The old lady is seeking death! But this child is innocent and will be raised in the army. No one is allowed to embarrass him.
she!"
Xu Da was stunned, and immediately bowed and said: "The superior will be kind!"