Zhu Muchen received Dahu's letter and saw the good news in the letter, but he couldn't be happy at all. The people of Ming Dynasty praised him because he solved the famine and the people could have enough to eat. If this kind of praise
The king of Han could still afford it, but it was a pity that it would be harmful rather than beneficial to himself.
Zhu Muchen was well aware of the virtues of the old Zhu family. To him, the title of the Wise King was like a reminder, and he frowned tightly.
Bai Xiaoman was a little puzzled, "Your Majesty, the people in Wuchang City are grateful to you. It's because you gave up the interests of the palace and used the palace's money to provide disaster relief. It's just a bit of criticism from the people, so why do you worry?"
"Xiaoman, you don't understand. A big tree attracts wind. Although I have won the support of the people, the current emperor is very afraid of me." With that, Zhu Muchen compiled a copy of the book and rushed it to Wuchang City.
In Wuchang City, Pang Man was very happy for his prince. His current reputation was all due to his own ability. Looking at the recruits, they were all strong and strong, and they were all brave heroes. "It doesn't matter if the prince is great or not."
Please mark it carefully!"
Suddenly, someone walked in with a letter, with a panic look on his face and panting. Pang Man looked at the seal on it, hurriedly unfolded the letter, held it with both hands, and waited until he saw the content on it. Although he was puzzled, he
He never resists the prince's orders.
"Your Majesty has ordered us to publicize in Wuchang City that what the Royal Palace has done is in response to the wise decision of the Holy Emperor today. We have people who sneaked into the crowd, wearing common people's clothes, to express our gratitude to His Majesty for His great kindness!"
The people under him were also quick at work. People in the streets began to talk about the emperor's reputation. Zhang Dahu had just returned from performing a mission outside, with doubts on his face. "Obviously, the emperor did not issue an order before Wuchang City began to provide disaster relief. Why?"
The wind direction in Wuchang City has changed? Could it be that the emperor wants to..."
"Don't talk nonsense!" Pang Man looked around and said with warning as he looked around at no one, "What royal matters are we allowed to discuss? It doesn't matter whether you or I have our heads on our necks. Do you even care about the prince's safety?"
What I did was naturally an order from the prince, and as subordinates, you and I should obey the order!"
Zhang Dahu knew that he had said the wrong thing, so he immediately clapped his mouth and did not dare to say anything nonsense again.
Within half a day of entering Wuchang City, the news had already spread, and the people were puzzled. When Wuchang City was in the most critical period of famine, the emperor did not come out.
Now that the famine is gone, word has spread that the emperor is benevolent. If the emperor was really for Wuchang City, he would not have transferred the King of Chu. The people knew it well and did not listen to just a few words. Instead, they were guided by a few storytellers.
, the title of King Zhu Muchen Xian has become more secure!
Many people with lofty ideals and scholars in the world thought about it and naturally knew why the King of Chu did this?
"The King of Chu is really a great talent. He not only saved the people of the world, but also did not take credit for it, and also made the king feel at ease. It is really a blessing for the people of our Ming Dynasty to have this vassal king."
"Although the royal struggle is incomprehensible, and it is not something we can discuss, the King of Chu is cautious and meticulous in his work. Compared with other vassal kings, it is really impressive."
"Chu Qiao of the Ming Dynasty, only King Chu gives me a thumbs up!"
The news spread quickly. Zhu Muchen thought that if his plan was implemented, the people would be able to listen to the wind and get the rain. Who knows, the news was even more outrageous. He was speechless. Isn't this just a matter of people sitting at home and cooking pots?
From heaven?
What should be done has been done. If Zhu Muchen makes any other moves, I'm afraid the emperor will be dissatisfied. He can only sigh lightly and take one step at a time. Anyway, the Shenji Camp is still in the palm of his hand. The emperor will not be able to do it in a short time.
What will you do to him?
Li Yuan reported the news to the imperial study room. Although Zhu Di was shocked, the people did not listen to the rumors, but believed in the King of Chu even more. The people were illiterate and most of them followed the crowd, but this time he was stunned.
Li Yu'an was kneeling on the ground in cold sweat, bearing the emperor's pressure. He was really afraid that the emperor and the king of Chu would start fighting before the Northern Expedition.
Putting the letter in the brazier, Zhu Di said with a calm expression, "The King of Chu knows how to restrain himself and sends people around him to promote my merits. This matter is over. As for those who spread rumors and alienate me from the King of Chu."
Grasp all connections."
Judging from the current situation, Zhu Muchen does have a heart to surrender, but in this big world, those rotten scholars have no idea what they say. If the news reaches the ears of the King of Chu, he will rely on his strength to rebel.
It is also a troublesome matter.
If Zhu Muchen could peacefully be the virtuous king of the Ming Dynasty, then Zhu Di would naturally have no problem with it. Giving him the title of virtuous king also served as a foil to the fact that he, as the emperor, recommended virtuous people to support his people, so that all scholars in the world could enter the court with peace of mind.
Besides, now that the King of Chu is on the cusp of the storm, Zhu Di feels slightly relieved. The whole world is helping the court to watch the King of Chu. Whenever he makes trouble, it is because he has failed the emperor's favor!
In the past few days, Zhu Muchen had been cautious during the court meeting, but there was really no news from the emperor. He even asked several times about the situation of Shenji Camp, and he answered them one by one. Zhu Di was very satisfied and repeatedly asked him to speed up the time.
The time had to be sped up, and the money from the treasury was flowing out loudly. Xia Yuanji, the chief steward of the Ming Dynasty, was wiping away his tears with tears streaming down his face.
He was about to face the Northern Expedition. Either the Ministry of War paid him money, or the Ministry of Rites asked him for money. The most important thing for the emperor was the Shenji Camp, and Xia Yuanji followed suit.
The entire Shenji camp only had more than 20,000 people, but it cost countless money. Xia Yuanji took a breath. How much effort did King Chu put into training those people?
I once again lamented Zhu Muchen's ability to make money, and secretly decided to visit the King of Chu when he had time.
Xia Yuanji, the Secretary of the Ministry of Revenue, was standing in the imperial study room, shivering and frowning. A clever woman cannot make a meal without rice. He really had no choice but to find the emperor.
Zhu Di can be regarded as one of the greatest emperors of all time. He was proficient in all aspects of literature, art, and military strategy. However, such a powerful emperor was troubled by such mundane things as money every day. Even though he had a great blueprint in his heart, he was struggling because of lack of money.
There were a lot of people kneeling and moaning in the royal study room, and the prince was the first to bear the brunt, "Father, the daily expenses of the Ministry of Household Affairs have been reduced to porridge and side dishes. Look at the court clothes Master Xia is wearing.
It’s worn out.”
"My father asked me to investigate the illegal salt matter. Although I have tried my best, I have no money and it is really difficult to issue orders. Money is needed everywhere..."
Sanyang also cried, with a bitter look on his face, and reached out for money. Yang Rong took the lead and stood up, "Your Majesty, for the Northern Expedition, our six departments of the Ming Dynasty can't run. We don't have to wait for the enemy to attack... Please consider it carefully, Your Majesty."
,Give the people peace!"
Just because he had no money, he could prevent the emperor from going to the Northern Expedition. As soon as Yang Rong said this, Yang Shiqi followed closely, "Although King Chu's method is good, our Ming Dynasty still needs to recuperate. Only Shenji Camp got enough silver.
Other officials’ families are almost at a loss for words.”
It's not as serious as not being able to reveal the truth. It's just that officials have to fill their pockets to complete their tasks, so they can only ask the emperor for orders.
Since you said what I said, after all, it was still because there was no money and no food that the war could not be fought. Zhu Di was very worried and speechless. Although the Northern Expedition was suggested by the King of Chu and others, it was also decided by him.
A gentleman's words are hard to follow. If he takes back his life, how will the world view him as the emperor?
Suppressing the anger in his heart, Zhu Di said in a good voice, "When something goes wrong, naturally we have to find a solution. How can we give up the Northern Expedition so easily? The soldiers are now ready to go. If we give up at this time, we are afraid that our morale will be suppressed. This must not be done!"
In the imperial study room, there was another stalemate for a while. Prince Zhu Gaochi took a few people out and broke up unhappy.
Zhu Di leaned on the imperial concubine's couch worriedly, and looked at Xiao Jingzi who was bringing tea and couldn't help complaining, "You said that our Ming Dynasty has great promise. Didn't the King of Chu already think of a solution a few days ago? Where did the money go?
?”
"Everyone wants money from me. I'm not a cash cow. If they keep forcing me, don't they just refuse to let me lead the troops in the Northern Expedition? I'm in a dilemma. Now I'm like a rat in the bellows. I really have no place.
I'm hiding!"
Coughing a few times in anger, Xiao Jingzi hurriedly brought the tea to the emperor. He put it on his back and responded with a bowed smile, "There will be more people making money in the Ming Dynasty. The money must be in the hands of the businessmen. With the old
In my opinion, the most profitable businessman I have ever seen is Prince Chu."
As soon as the order was called, Xiao Jingzi stepped aside and refilled the emperor's tea.
When Zhu Di heard this, he felt like he had a sudden enlightenment. He slapped the table and all the worries on his face disappeared, "How could I forget that there is also a King of Chu? He is a genius at making money!"
Zhu Di laughed loudly after his serious worries were solved. Xiao Jingzi met the emperor's gaze and bowed his head humbly, "What the emperor said is true, the emperor is really wise!"
Although the King of Chu is a genius, the emperor's urgent need cannot be solved. Sooner or later, this fire will burn to people, and the King of Chu, I will have to sell you.
Zhu Di is happy today. Xiao Jingzi is worthy of being an intimate person around him. "Thanks to you for reminding me, I will now send someone to the Prince of Chu's Mansion to summon the Prince of Chu to enter the palace immediately without any delay."
It's better to solve it as soon as possible, otherwise at this time tomorrow, the prince will bring someone to the imperial study again, and he can't give it away with just one reason.
Xiao Jingzi received the order and walked out with a smile on his face.
Zhu Muchen is in the palace, playing with his two daughters. The children are in good health. The sun outside has been warmer these past two days, so they can bask in the garden.
Suddenly, the housekeeper hurried over with a young eunuch. The eunuch is here. Could it be that something big happened in the palace?
"King Chu, Your Majesty ordered you to come to the palace to discuss important matters!" the young eunuch responded respectfully.?
