It is easier to start a business than to keep it. Although this sentence may sound illogical, it is true in some special scenarios.
At least in the profession of emperor, it is already very rare to protect the legacy of our ancestors and at least ensure that the country does not weaken in our own hands.
After all, if it weren't for Shen Yi, Emperor Hong De would probably be a king of defense. If the Zhao family's problem was not properly handled, he might have difficulty even defending the city.
At this time, Emperor Hongde had been in power for thirty years and had been in charge for more than twenty years. He knew better than anyone how heavy this burden was.
If back then, Emperor Hong De had not decided to establish a heir because he still had some feelings for Concubine Hui and because he had invested too much emotion in Li Wang, to this day, this Emperor Hong De is politically important. Already fully mature, when he was considering becoming a prince, the emotional factors were no longer particularly important, or not particularly important.
The current Emperor Hongde must be thinking about weighing the pros and cons and selecting a prince who is most suitable for Da Chen.
And now, the three princes he was interested in were all just coming of age. Before the emperor had time to test the princes, he was interrupted by this unexpected incident. When the Empress Dowager Sun was dying, she relied on the love between her mother and her children. Fen, the most important word of filial piety in this era, forcefully forced Emperor Hong De to speak.
Now that you have opened your mouth, things must be done.
The third prince's entry into the East Palace will be implemented soon.
Even an ordinary person might be a little angry about this matter, let alone an emperor like Emperor Hongde who has been on the throne for thirty years. Now his emotions, except for the loss of his mother, Besides sadness, the only thing left is anger.
Mr. Shen sat in his seat and said: "Your Majesty is in the prime of his life, so there is nothing wrong with establishing a prince."
Speaking of this, Shen Yi did not continue, but the meaning was already obvious, that is, His Majesty the Emperor is not very old. If the prince does not go his way in the future, with the prestige of Emperor Hong De, it will not be difficult to depose the prince.
Seeing that Shen Yi was speaking in a secretive manner, Emperor Hong De quickly understood the reason. He glanced at Xiao Huai and said in a low voice: "Take everyone in the palace and go down."
Eunuch Xiao hurriedly lowered his head and said, "My slave, I obey."
After that, he led the palace people from the Manlu Palace to leave. Soon, only the monarch and his ministers were left in the Manlu Palace, and not even Xiao Huai was present.
If it were more than ten years ago, Gao Ming would definitely be there at this time.
After all, there are some differences between the eldest companions who have been with him since childhood and the eldest eunuchs in these palaces later.
After everyone left, Emperor Hong De took a deep breath and said, "It's just you and me. There's no need to be secretive. If Shen Qing has any ideas, just say so."
Mr. Shen thought for a while and said: "Your Majesty can establish a prince or depose the prince. Although the descendants are huge, with your Majesty's authority now, the descendants dare not even say a word."
"Of course they dare not speak."
The emperor took a deep breath, still a little sad: "The death of my mother is so weird. If I know who is behind it!"
Emperor Hong De gritted his teeth: "Even if it is the Sun family, I will destroy their family!"
"As for the deposed prince you mentioned, Shen Qing..."
He glanced at Shen Yi, was silent for a while, and then sighed: "I'm not worried about how much change a position in the East Palace can bring to the court. It's just that at Rong'er's age, once he takes the throne in the East Palace, he will immediately Open a government, ration officials in the East Palace, and participate in government affairs."
"Two years at most."
The emperor whispered: "Surrounding the East Palace, there will definitely be a huge court force. Although this force will not shake me, if it is like what you said, Shen Qing, I will one day have the idea of deposing the prince. …”
"I will definitely pull out the radish and bring it with mud, and cause a big case in Hongde."
"Countless heads rolled to the ground."
When Shen Yi heard this, he understood what the emperor meant.
At this time, Emperor Hongde seemed...
Some cherish their feathers too much.
In other words, he cherishes his reputation a little too much.
But if you think about it carefully, this is not a strange thing. He ascended the throne at a young age and has been in charge of the government for more than 20 years. The throne will be handed over to the next emperor, and he will immediately become a holy emperor.
go down in history.
In another world, in the later period of Kang Mazi's rule, the same idea was generally followed.
The current trend of Emperor Hong De is probably due to Mr. Shen's words "Emperor of the ancestors" back then, which made the emperor think deeply and determined to make his career perfect.
Seeing that Shen Yi didn't speak, Emperor Hong De continued: "Moreover, if we really stand up and destroy him in the future, I'm afraid the third child will not end well in the future."
Since ancient times, it is difficult for deposed princes to have a good end, because after all, they are once "half-kings". Even if a new prince comes to the throne, he will regard him as a huge threat and will definitely get rid of him and make peace soon.
Shen Yi sighed and said: "Your Majesty, our generation can only do what this generation should do. As for the next generation..."
"It can only be left to them."
The emperor shook his head. He looked at Shen Yi and suddenly smiled: "I probably can't control the next generation, but you can, Shen Qing."
"You and I are the same age, but I am only two months older than you. Now I have gray hair, but Shen Qing is still young."
His Majesty the Emperor said sternly: "I'm afraid Shen Qing will still have to take care of this court in the future."
Mr. Shen shook his head firmly and said, "Your Majesty, you must not think like this. After I finish moving the capital, I must retire from the imperial court, otherwise problems will arise sooner or later."
The emperor frowned and said, "Shen Qing, don't you believe me?"
"Of course I believe in Your Majesty, otherwise there would not have been such a thing as the Northern Expedition."
"but…"
Shen Yi shook his head and said: "Your Majesty also heard it at the court meeting a few days ago. Some people have already questioned the minister's evil intentions. Rather than holding on to his position, it is better to step down early and avoid future troubles."
"Furthermore, your Majesty and I are the same age, and are not yet forty now. I will definitely live longer than you in the future. This court does not need your care."
The emperor walked down the imperial steps and walked to Shen Yi.
Mr. Shen quickly stood up.
The emperor patted Shen Yi on the shoulder, then pointed to the white hair on his temples, shook his head and said: "In the twenty-five years since I have been in charge, I have been burning the midnight oil almost every night, almost treating the twenty-five years as fifty years. "
"Exhausted mentally and physically."
Emperor Hong De let out a long sigh: "Since last year, I have felt that my energy and energy have suddenly declined, and I often need to take medicine to nourish myself. As I get older, all kinds of ailments come to my door."
"The imperial doctor who took my pulse said that I am forty years old and have the body of a sixty year old."
He looked at Shen Yi and said silently: "I have never said these words to outsiders. I always pretend to be strong in front of outsiders."
"Only when you come back, Shen Qing, can I tell you my true feelings."
Mr. Shen is very happy.
He lowered his head and said: "Your Majesty, you must not say such things. You have worked too hard in the past few years. It just so happens that this time you want to establish a prince. In the future, you can entrust more political affairs to the prince and the secretary. , you can rest and recuperate for a few years, and your dragon body will be restored."
A smile appeared on His Majesty's face: "We, the emperor and our ministers, will not say such roundabout things."
"Ten years ago, countless people told me behind my back that they wanted you, Shen Qing, or Shen Qing's family to stay in Jiankang, but I didn't say anything and let your family go to the north to reunite."
"This incident shows my true feelings."
"Nowadays, Dachen seems to be prosperous, but there are many problems behind the scenes, and there are border troubles in the north. I am worried about many things."
"Now, I just want to ask Shen Qing one thing."
His Majesty the Emperor looked solemn and said: "In the future, if I die before Shen Qing, can Shen Qing take care of this court for me?"
Shen Yi looked troubled and said in a low voice: "Your Majesty, there are countless capable people in the imperial court, I... I..."
The emperor looked at Shen Yi and shook his head slightly: "You are still wondering whether I am testing you."
"In the past ten years, I have not touched an important general of the Huai'an Army, nor have I touched any of your authority."
"even…"
The emperor looked at Shen Yi and said, "I also invited Shen Yuan to Jiankang and watched him for a whole year to observe his temperament."
"Although Shen Yuan's temperament has not yet been determined, he is roughly similar to Shen Qing, and I can trust him."
"Up to now, I have no scruples in my heart. What do you have to worry about, Shen Qing?"
The emperor said softly: "If Shen Qing agrees with me today, I will be able to make up my mind to establish a prince."
Shen Yi was silent for a moment and then said: "Your Majesty, if the Shen family continues like this, they will be the next Zhao family."
"That…"
"Nothing."
Emperor Hong De seemed a little tired. He rubbed his temples and smiled.
"Didn't the Zhao family guard the Huaihe River for seventy years?"
"If the Shen family can defend Northern Xinjiang for seventy years, no matter what happens after seventy years."