Du Chapter 310: The crime lies in the present, the merit lies in the future (please vote)
People like Zhu Fan actually grew up in military camps when they were very young, including Zhu Di.
They studied literature, but they were more interested in martial arts.
Leading troops to fight, whether it was Zhu Xi or Zhu Fan, was the life they longed for most.
The reason why Zhu Fan was so eager was because he realized that the biggest problem of the vassal king was military power.
My father gave it to them because he needed them to restrain the military generals of the Ming Dynasty.
But now, the eldest nephew wants to take it back, which is a bit uncomfortable.
When Zhu Ping heard this, he didn't show much emotion. Instead, he asked, "If this is the case, what will you do?"
Zhu Fan became anxious all of a sudden and said: "Me, me, me"
But after saying "I" three times in a row, there was no way he could continue with what he said next.
After a long time, he asked with some dejection: "Father will not agree. I have shed blood for the Ming Dynasty and made a lot of contributions."
Zhu Ming smiled contemptuously and said: "Third brother, do you think that with how favored my eldest nephew is in front of my father, my father will not agree to this matter if I bring it up."
"Let me put it this way, you must also know what my eldest brother is like. Think carefully about how much your mother doted on your eldest nephew when he was young, and how much your father doted on you."
"Since the eldest nephew was born, how many nights has he slept in the East Palace? The eldest brother used to often say that the eldest nephew was not born by himself, but by his mother. He said that he was the eldest grandson, rather than his own son."
"Now look at it, the eldest nephew has been living in exile for ten years, the queen mother died of illness, Kunning Palace became a forbidden place, the emperor father left the position of queen vacant for ten years, the Ming Dynasty has no mother, and now the eldest nephew comes back and moves directly into Kunning Palace.
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"Also recently, if you look closely at my father, the corners of his mouth are always curled up. It is said that he eats two more bowls of rice every day."
"Let's put it this way, if my eldest nephew rebels now, I'm afraid my father will personally wear a dragon robe for him."
"On the day of the canonization ceremony, that crown dress seemed a bit familiar. I recognized it very clearly. It was my eldest brother's crown dress."
"When this crown gown was made, I saw it and asked my father why this eldest brother's crown gown was made according to the emperor's etiquette."
"At that time, I was severely scolded by my father. So, do you understand what the status of my eldest nephew is in my father's heart?"
Zhu Ping's tone was indifferent, and he analyzed the current situation step by step. After returning from the war in Sichuan, his wisdom seemed to have increased in a straight line.
Of course Zhu Fan is not stupid, but he is not aware of this. Moreover, in his heart, the relationship with his eldest nephew is still very good.
At least in the coastal areas of Zhejiang, the cooperation with the Qunying Chamber of Commerce under the command of my eldest nephew was very speculative.
After listening, a trace of struggle flashed across Zhu Fan's face and he said, "Second brother, is there nothing we can do?"
Zhu Cang laughed and asked, "What do you want to do? If you don't agree, why don't you go complain to your father and let him convince your eldest nephew?"
Zhu Fan shook his head bitterly and said: "Then let's just be a wealthy prince from now on. The eldest nephew is still very rich, and he will never treat us badly."
Seeing this, Zhu Xi comforted him and said, "Third brother, don't worry, this is just the worst plan, but in my opinion, the eldest nephew may have more ideas."
Having said this, Zhu Xi shook his head slightly and said, "Let's not speculate like this. When the eldest nephew comes over during the dinner, it will naturally become clear."
Zhu Fan could only nod helplessly.
At this time, the steward of the Qin Palace came to report: "Your Highness, Your Highness the King of Chu, Your Highness the King of Qi, and Your Highness the King of Shu are here to visit."
King Qin Zhu Ping said: "Please come quickly."
After listening to the second brother's instructions to the housekeeper, Zhu Fan smiled and said to Zhu Ping: "It seems that it's not just us, the sixth brother, the seventh brother, the eleventh brother, they also have the same idea."
King Qin Zhu Xi nodded and sighed: "Only the fifth and twelfth brothers don't care about this matter. The fifth brother is devoted to medicine, and now he is running a school with his eldest nephew. He doesn't even want to go back to the vassal. Two days ago I
When I went to his place, I devoted myself wholeheartedly."
"As for the situation of the twelfth brother, you understand."
Hearing his second brother Zhu Fang talking about his twelfth brother Xiang Wang Zhu Bai, Zhu Fan nodded slightly, deeply agreeing.
If we say who is the best-behaved child in this royal family, it is naturally King Zhu Bai of Xiang. Over the years, even the eldest brother Zhu Biao has had conflicts with his father, but the twelfth prince, King Zhu Bai of Xiang, is the only one.
No matter how big or small, he obeyed his father's instructions completely.
In fact, King Zhu Bai of Xiang was indeed a filial son to Zhu Yuanzhang.
Historically, King Zhu Bai of Xiang had no descendants because after Zhu Yuanzhang's death, he was in great pain and had the idea of abandoning the world.
Finally, due to Zhu Yunwen's attack and suspicion, he personally set fire to his palace and concubines, put on the prince's clothes, held a bow and arrow in hand and rode a white horse, jumped into the fire and committed suicide. All his attendants and bodyguards died from Zhu Bai.
Zhu Bai, King of Xiang, was a man of literary and martial arts in the true sense, elegant in manner, good at calligraphy, painting and poetry, and his calligraphy was powerful and extremely exquisite.
Whenever Zhu Yuanzhang wrote a poem, he liked to have Zhu Bai write it.
In paintings, King Zhu Bai of Hunan was good at painting babies.
Speaking of which, Zhu Bai, King of Xiang, and Zhu Ying had a small connection.
The painting of Da Sun, which is currently stored in Zhu Yuanzhang's palace, and which he once thought about day and night, was painted by Zhu Bai, King of Hunan.
Zhu Bai was good at learning and often studied until midnight. He also set up a "Jingyuan Pavilion" to recruit talents to proofread and organize books. Zhu Bai also liked to talk about military affairs. His arm strength was extraordinary, he could use bows, arrows and swords freely, and he rode horses very fast.
There is a heroic spirit.
Zhu Bai carried his books with him wherever he went, and when it was cold or hot, he still did not stop lectures and recitations.
After passing through the scenic spots of mountains and rivers, I would wander around all day long, and I would write poems and compositions about them and inscribe them on stones.
Zhu Bai was particularly good at Taoist speech and was particularly fond of Taoist culture. He even called himself "Zixuzi" regardless of his status as a prince.
Zhu Xi and Zhu Fan knew very well that if their father intended to impose military power, these twelfth brothers would be the first to respond and would not hesitate in the slightest.
Among all the vassal kings, it seems that Zhu Xi and Zhu Fan are the only ones who forgot to mention Zhu Di.
Who wouldn't know about Zhu Di and his eldest nephew?
If he really wants to give up military power, Zhu Di will definitely be the first to do so.
Anyway, when something goes against the vassal king, it will be King Yan Zhu Di who takes the first step.
The ones behind are waiting for opportunities.
Just when the vassal princes began to gather at the Prince of Qin's Mansion, Zhu Ying had already arrived at Huagai Hall from Dali Temple.
"The rightful owner is here. If you have any ideas, you can talk to our eldest grandson. It was our eldest grandson who proposed this matter. We don't know what will happen next, but we have to give it a try after all."
"What you just told us, why don't we see how Da Sun explains it."
When Zhu Yuanzhang saw his eldest grandson, he smiled and said to the courtiers below.
Since the early dynasty, ministers from various departments have gathered here, mainly from the Hanlin Academy, and then some censors and officials from various departments.
For example, ministers, even Liu Sanwu and Bai Xintuan, who had already spoken in the early dynasty, none of these relatively powerful people were defeated.
Obviously, this is also because he is afraid that His Majesty will catch them all.
Zhu Ying heard this and glanced over. The leader among them was naturally the Minister of Civil Affairs.
"Liu Shilang, if you didn't tell me this morning, come here this afternoon and tell me if you have any objections to me."
Zhu Ying was not ambiguous at all. He came in and spoke directly to Liu Shilang, the official department.
When she was at the door just now, Zhu Ying had already heard something about the imperial examination.
Obviously they wanted to take a roundabout way. Seeing that the old man didn't say much in the morning, they thought they could open the door from the old man.
"I don't dare."
Liu Shilang obviously didn't dare to wear such a big hat, so he quickly bowed and replied.
"Hmm."
Zhu Ying snorted twice, then turned her gaze to the old man, with a hint of inquiry in her eyes.
Zhu Yuanzhang immediately understood the meaning in his eyes and nodded slightly.
After receiving the old man's approval, Zhu Ying could not be polite at all, and directly ordered: "The arrogant talk behind my back is suspected of alienating the relationship between me and grandpa. Even so, I have no need to be polite to you."
"Liu He!"
"I'm here."
"In passing the decree of this palace, those led by Minister Liu and others will be fined one year's salary, demoted three levels in a row, and given a fifteen-year imperial staff as a warning to others."
"I obey the order."
Following the conversation between Zhu Ying and Liu He, Liu Shilang's face suddenly turned pale with fright.
His lips moved, but he didn't dare to speak.
"What, you're not convinced?" Zhu Ying asked with a sneer.
"I don't dare." Liu Shilang said in fear.
Zhu Ying was too lazy to respond and said: "Drag him out and fight him far away. Don't ruin the good mood of me and grandpa."
Jiang Yu led dozens of Jinyi guards and fought these ten people out directly.
Faced with this situation, these officials did not even dare to say anything to refute and beg for mercy.
If His Majesty were to take action due to the distaste for alienation, I'm afraid no one here would be able to survive.
In comparison, His Highness Taisun's salary of one year, three consecutive reductions, and ten strokes of the imperial staff is really insignificant.
If you resist, it will only get worse.
After everyone was dragged away, Zhu Yuanzhang said with a smile: "I think they will all be grateful for Da Sun's kindness."
This kind of treatment was pitifully rare in the imperial court during the Hongwu period. Before that, some officials were likely to be beheaded if they were late when His Majesty was in a bad mood.
One morning in the 20th year of Hongwu's reign, a minister of the third rank lost his head.
There are rumors in the government and the public that if His Majesty cannot look down upon you, he will most likely be executed because he stepped into the Fengtian Palace with his right foot first when he went to court.
Hearing the old man's words, Zhu Ying smiled and did not answer.
The reason why officials have such a disparity mentality has a lot to do with the old man's repressive policy.
But Zhu Ying didn't like killing people, especially literati.
In Zhu Ying's view, the population of the Ming Dynasty is still relatively small, and the literati must make the best use of everything. For example, when the time comes, some literati can also be hired to teach the labor convicts.
Zhu Ying still feels that he can forgive those who have made mistakes and reformed.
Moreover, these days, many people who commit crimes do so out of necessity. In the final analysis, it is all about living.
If you can have enough food and clothing, there won't be so many crimes.
"We have already made preparations for the grandson's dinner party. A good son is like a father. Not many of our sons can worry about it, but they are still quite capable when it comes to fighting."
Speaking of this, Zhu Yuanzhang suddenly laughed and said: "I think our sons are thinking at this moment whether the eldest grandson wants to take away all their military power and let him become a rich prince."
Hearing this, Zhu Ying also smiled and said: "Of course I think so, but it's also a good idea. At least my grandson is relatively easier to accept after he proposed the idea of establishing a vassal overseas."
Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and said: "I'm afraid that they will be even more happy when they hear what the great sun thinks. They thought they were losing military power, but they didn't expect that the great sun would directly give them the monarchy. However, if the great sun behaves like this, they are not afraid of suffering.
Those ordinary people's infamy?"
When Zhu Ying heard this, the corners of her mouth turned up and she said: "The sin lies in the present, but the merit lies in the future!"