Chapter 174 Deposing the Crown Prince as King of Gan
In the early morning of Jinling City, the dawn shines on the yellow glazed tiles of Fengtian Palace, reflecting the brilliant light. There are many palaces and dense pavilions.
The officials walked into the hall one after another and stood in their seats.
To the east are the Shangguan of the Six Ministries of the Imperial Academy, the Censor of the Thirteen Palms, the General Secretary, Dali Temple, Taichang Temple, Taipu Temple, Yingtian Mansion, Hanlin Academy, Chunfang, Guanglu Temple, Qintianjian, and Shangbaosi
, Taiyuan Hospital, the Fifth Army Judgment and the Jingxian County Magistrate and others.
In the west, the commander-in-chief of the five armies, Lu Chaoyang, who replaced the commander of the Jinyi Guards, gave the command of each guard to Shizhong, Zhongshu Sheren and others.
To put it simply, the east side is mainly occupied by civilian officials, and the west side is mainly occupied by military attachés.
As the leader of the hawks and representative of Wu Xun, Zhu Gaojie naturally stood at the front on the west side.
To the surprise of all the officials, standing at the very front on the east side was Crown Prince Zhu Gaochi, who had been under house arrest for several months.
There is King Qi in the west and the prince in the east. They are far apart and neither of them are looking at each other, but they seem to have formed a natural chasm, and a violent collision may occur at any time.
The officials had already smelled the strong smell of gunpowder and knew that today's morning court meeting would probably cause a huge disturbance.
Not long after, Zhu Di entered the palace and sat on the golden chair.
All the officials bowed three times and kowtowed, shouting "Holy Bow, Jin'an". Only Zhu Gaojie had the privilege of "King Qi does not have to salute". He stood and bowed, with his hands cupped in fists and his body slightly bent, to show respect to His Majesty the Emperor.
Standing out from the crowd, it seemed extremely special, but to the courtiers, it seemed that there was no surprise in their hearts, and they did not feel that this move was too arrogant.
King Qi has been rebellious for more than a day or two, but his rebelliousness is not like General Lan Yu who seeks death unscrupulously. If you think about it carefully, although King Qi's behavior is arrogant, it has never been so.
Transgression.
He had power over the government and the opposition, but he never abused his power arbitrarily.
He was arrogant and arrogant, but he was never arrogant.
Although King Qi was a bit cruel in his behavior, he was approachable to his loyal ministers.
This is also the reason why so many people follow King Qi. Who doesn't like a capable, powerful lord who is gentle to the people under his command?
Zhu Di sat on the golden chair, raised his hand and said, "I wish you all the best to be safe."
In fact, in the early Ming Dynasty, there was no such saying as "starting a memorial if you have a foundation, and retreating if you don't have a foundation", at least not in the early Ming Dynasty.
This sentence was neither said by the eunuch nor the emperor, but by the actor. The night was short and the sun was rising, and from then on the king did not go to court early. Maybe Li Longji, the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty who favored Yang Yuhuan, really did this
It's true, but it's obviously a bit unrealistic before the early Ming Dynasty.
In the early Ming Dynasty, the emperor Zhu Yuanzhang was a model worker. He took three days off throughout the year, namely the Spring Festival, the Winter Solstice, and his birthday. After Zhu Di succeeded to the throne, he followed the example of Zhu Yuanzhang, and he almost died of exhaustion. The Ming Dynasty
Some emperors had to ask for leave if they could not apply to go to court. Under this system, it was really unreliable to say that there was nothing wrong with resigning from the court.
After Zhu Di finished his polite words, Zhu Gaochi walked out of the queue and kowtowed: "My son Zhu Gaochi, due to poor health, has been increasingly feeling incompetent recently, for fear of delaying state affairs. Please resign as the crown prince. I hope my father will give me permission!"
As soon as these words were spoken, it was like a depth charge falling into the lake, causing an uproar in an instant. The courtiers exploded into a pot, and everyone was shocked.
Why don't you act according to the routine? Others just make small talk to enhance the atmosphere, but you come up and make such a big deal?
The most important thing is that the courtiers have no idea what is happening.
The mutiny at Jinchuan Gate last night was suppressed by the Jinyi Guards with all their strength. The high-level personnel involved in the mutiny, such as the emperor's grandson Zhu Zhanji and Wei Guogong Xu Qin, have been imprisoned. The remaining soldiers who participated in the rebellion are also in Mimihuhu. What?
He was controlled without even knowing it.
As for the Jinyi Guards and the Twelve Guards who were responsible for suppressing the mutiny, it was impossible for them to leak the truth. Those who knew the truth would not tell, and those who knew how to tell could not tell. As a result, the mutiny turned into a ridiculous joke.
It was launched in between, and then suppressed at lightning speed, suppressed in a strange way.
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The courtiers did not know about the mutiny. After entering the Fengtian Palace, their eyes darkened and they were shocked when they heard the bombshell news that Zhu Gaochi had resigned from the throne.
"The crown prince's position has been decided. It cannot be touched lightly. It is not allowed." Zhu Di simply refused Zhu Pangpang's resignation.
However, Zhu Pangpang vowed not to give up until he achieved his goal. He kowtowed three times and said loudly: "Father, my body has been overworked for many years and I have become sick from overwork. The affairs of the East Palace are complicated and I am unable to do it. Please allow me to do so!"
This matter is actually just like asking an important minister to resign, and it requires "three resignations and three stays".
If you resign, I will retain you. If you resign again, I will retain you. Only after you have been polite three times, can you resign naturally. This is an etiquette that is not written in the etiquette. It is also an unspoken rule in the officialdom. It is a matter of decency and dignity.
It's a rule.
I clearly wish that the other person would get out of here as soon as possible, but I still have to act coy and pretend, "Don't leave! How will I live if you leave?"
"I said, the crown prince's position has been determined, and the country's foundation cannot be touched lightly, no!"
"Father, my son, I have ordered you to resign. I hope your permission will be granted!"
"You...really want to resign from the position of Crown Prince?"
"yes."
Zhu Di sighed and said: "If you resign as the prince, who can take up the great cause? If you tell me, I will allow your resignation."
The prince said without hesitation: "The fourth brother, King Qi, is brave and brave, wise and good at planning. In terms of prestige and ability, he is far superior to my son and minister. If the fourth brother succeeds to the throne of the prince, then everyone in the world will definitely be convinced by my son and minister."
Zhu Gaochi recommends King Qi as the crown prince!"
Zhu Gaojie was shocked, and quickly raised his hands and said: "Is it possible that the eldest brother is trying to kill me? My younger brother is less talented and less knowledgeable, and he is in a humble position. In terms of benevolence and virtue, he is not as good as the eldest brother Gao Chi. In terms of bravery, he is not as good as the second brother Gao Xu. In terms of strategy, he is not as good as the third brother Gao Sui. I
How can I convince everyone if I am a prince? This position of prince should be held by my eldest brother. I would never dare to overstep the East Palace. Please take back this statement. I am scared!"
This chapter is not finished yet. Please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! Zhu Gaochi waved his hand and said: "Fourth brother is too humble. You have won great victories in all your campaigns in the south and in the north without exception. No one in the army has
If you are not convinced, you have also supervised the country's left-wing politics and handled the country's affairs in a flawless manner. In this way, you are far better than your brother. You should be the one to assume the position of prince."
"Brother, please don't do this. How can I take on the great responsibilities of the Eastern Palace? My eldest brother is talented and benevolent, and he is also the eldest son. Only the eldest brother, as the prince, can convince everyone."
"Don't say these words again. My fourth brother has the appearance of a heroic leader. My health is not good. The king of Han is vassal in Shandong, and the king of Zhao is vassal in Beiping. The prince who has already vassalized cannot inherit the East Palace. Fourth brother, you should be the one.
Prince."
"Brother! I really can't do it!"
"It's okay, I believe you!"
…
Seeing this scene of "deep brotherhood", the officials in the court were so embarrassed that they wanted to dig out a three-bedroom apartment with their toes on the ground and crawl in.
This is simply a brilliant performance!
The two of them sang together and talked affectionately. Who didn't know that just a few months ago, Dong Gong had a bloody fight with Prince Qi's Mansion, strangling each other's neck and wanting to bite the old dog coin on the other side to death.
As a result, it's good for you now. You started acting in Fengtian Palace, just like the two masters on the stage. You say something and I say something. Can this be any more nonsense?
You guys really know how to play!
Anyone with a discerning eye can clearly see the situation. From the "three words and three stays" between the prince and the emperor, to the current "brother's resignation", they are all paving the way for one thing: the prince's abdication!
"alright!"
Zhu Di suddenly shouted loudly, which instantly silenced the Fengtian Hall. You could hear a pin drop clearly, and no one dared to take a breath.
"Since the prince is in poor health and cannot preside over the government, he has voluntarily asked me to resign. Although I cannot bear it, I have to consider the prince's health. After careful consideration, I have decided that the prince will resign!"
Zhu Di said in a deep voice, "I will send an imperial doctor to always accompany Gao Chi, and appoint Zhu Gaochi as the king of Gan, and Zhu Zhanji as the crown prince of Gan. On a good and auspicious day, I will go to Ganzhou. As for the crown prince's position, it is vacant for the time being. Qi
King Zhu Gaojie took the seal and entered the Wenhua Palace to handle the affairs of the common people, support the army and supervise the affairs of the prince."
"This matter has been decided and there is no need to discuss it further."
"Retreat!"
As the words fell, they continued to echo in the palace, gurgling, and the majestic voice kept repeating in the minds of everyone in the palace.
Zhu Gaochi was established as the king of Gan, Zhu Zhanji was the crown prince of Gan, and he came to Nanchang.
After more than half a year, King Qi was once again given the status of supervising the country.
The prince is really deposed!
From the moment Zhu Di ascended the throne in the first year of Yongle, the dispute over the heir apparent began in the court. The military generals and relatives who followed Zhu Di during the Jing Dynasty saw that the second oldest Zhu Gaoxu was expected to compete for the crown prince, and knew that if they had to fight with the military
The second oldest brother with the better relationship was established as the prince, so that the factions of military generals and relatives could gain greater benefits. The Jingnan meritorious officials headed by Qi Guogong Qiu Fu and Prince Consort Yongchun Hou Wang Ning wrote letters one after another, requesting that Zhu Gaoxu be established as the prince.
The civil servants headed by Jin Zhong, the Minister of War, and supported by Xie Jin, Huang Huai, Yin Changlong and others, opposed the appointment of Zhu Gaoxu as the crown prince. They reviewed the ancient direct police officials and persuaded Zhu Di that it would be better to make Zhu Gaochi the crown prince.
What seems to be a struggle between Zhu Gaoxu and Zhu Gaochi actually symbolizes the struggle for the interests of various parties in the court, that is, the "battle for the country."
Although the final word was finally struck by Xie Jin's words "The good saint Sun Ke will be prosperous for three generations", the struggle for the crown prince has never ended. From the entanglement between the princeling party and the Han king's party, to the later joining of the Qi king's party to form a "three pillars"
" By the time the King of Han was defeated and took over Shandong, the struggle over the country had been going on for twelve years, and Zhu Gaochi had been the crown prince for eleven years.
Although he was shaken many times and seemed to be in trouble, Zhu Gaochi was always able to stay firmly in the East Palace and no one ever pulled him down.
However, today, Zhu Gaochi was really deposed!
He is no longer the prince Zhu Gaochi, but the king of Gan Zhu Gaochi!