Zhu Biao laughed happily a few times, and then looked at the girl who was supporting Mrs. Chen. There was no way that the bright jewelry under the bright lights was really eye-catching, not to mention that the girl was already bright.
There were some things that Magistrate Chen couldn't say, so Mrs. Chen took the girl's hand and introduced: "This is my granddaughter. I originally wanted to accompany His Highness to the banquet, but I was unwell, so I stayed to take care of her."
Zhu Biao smiled softly and said: "Ms. Chen's filial piety is commendable. She is indeed a lady from a famous family."
Miss Chen's pretty face turned red, and she bowed timidly. Apparently she was embarrassed to speak. Mrs. Chen smiled and said, "It's late at night, your highness, please go in and have a rest."
Zhu Biao nodded with a smile, and Magistrate Chen led him to the backyard. Along the way, he laughed and talked about the interesting things at the banquet, without saying a word about the girl just now.
All the way back to the Zhuyuan, Zhu Biao stayed with Magistrate Chen for a cup of tea. Zhu Biao planned to take over the Jiangnan clan, not to check and balance the current Huaixi nobles. Even with Zhu Biao's support, they would not be able to defeat the Huaixi nobles.
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The reason is very simple. The Jiangnan clan had no military power. At the beginning of the founding of the country, it was the boss who wielded the sword, and the others were just lambs to be slaughtered. The purpose of the Jiangnan clan to Zhu Biao was that they were rich and had enough economic talents.
Zhu Biao valued this more than their role in politics. There were too few talents in this field in the DPRK and China. Zhu Biao could only provide an idea, and how could he devote all his attention to business?
Many important military and political affairs of the imperial court had to be handled by him personally, which was the foundation of the Zhu family.
Magistrate Chen was also very happy. The prince moved into the Chen Mansion just because of his suitable status. Now it is different to let him drink tea in the house. This is a personal relationship.
Governor Chen also knew that although the current prince was young, his ability and intelligence were far beyond ordinary people, and his civil and military skills could stand alone. After settling the immigrants from Shanxi, there were even rumors in the court that the emperor intended to let the prince manage the government.
This news shocked them. It was an anecdote through the ages. There was an emperor who sent the young prince to the court when he was still young. It would have been nice not to start suppressing them. But they thought carefully about the rumors about the father and son.
Found this to be probably true.
This is why they are so eager. The crown prince's position is already as secure as Mount Tai. If he comes to the court in person, he will be the second prince. All parties will flock to plead to join the East Palace. Then there will be no chance for them.
Zhu Biao picked up the tea cup and took a sip and said, "A little too eager."
Magistrate Chen was stunned for a moment, and then he realized that their behavior was indeed too eager. This was by no means a proper behavior in the political situation, but time did not wait for us.
Magistrate Chen stopped laughing and looked at Zhu Biao and said sincerely: "I really want to serve you. If you were reckless, please forgive me."
Zhu Biao smiled: "That's okay, but why are the Jiangnan families like this? You are law-abiding and have the protection of the imperial court."
Zhu Biao didn't have much time to stay in Hangzhou. Naturally, he was not in the mood to play Tai Chi with them. He could solve it quickly. Anyway, Lang had a crush on his concubine, so why should he restrain himself?
Magistrate Chen said with a solemn expression: "Of course I am abiding by the law, but there are people jealous of the rich people in the south of the Yangtze River. I am weak and weak, so I just want to be able to serve under His Highness."
Zhu Biao did not speak, and Magistrate Chen continued: "Several aristocratic families in the south of the Yangtze River have the same intention. The ministers do not dare to form cliques for personal gain. They just want to ask His Highness to make the decision, and please accept His Majesty's kindness."
After finishing speaking, Magistrate Chen knelt down solemnly in front of Zhu Biao, his head pressed tightly to the ground. In fact, it was not impossible to join Hu Weiyong's disciples, but Magistrate Chen had already felt that this person was probably similar to Yang Xian.
, are all just a flash in the pan.
What's more, Hu Weiyong is nothing. If Li Shanchang still has some discussion, Hu Weiyong doesn't have that much face, let alone the others. It would be the best choice to seek refuge with His Highness the Crown Prince.
It's just that the difference between the king and his ministers is as great as heaven. Once they take refuge, there will be no room for relaxation. If the king wants his ministers, they must die. Although they are both ministers of the prince, they are very different.
To take refuge means to become a retainer of the prince, not a court official.
From now on, both will be prosperous and harmed, and if His Highness the Crown Prince falls, they will die without a burial place, and it is impossible for others to accept them.
Zhu Biao stood up and walked to Magistrate Chen and said, "Which Jiangnan family is the leader?"
Magistrate Chen breathed a sigh of relief. Although he knew that the prince had no reason to reject them, who knew the monarch's thoughts?
Magistrate Chen cheered up and replied: "It doesn't matter who is the leader. Everyone will support the person who can protect Jiangnan, regardless of which family."
Zhu Biao nodded, this is the relationship between the township and the party. The aristocratic families who have been able to get along at this time are very smart. They will not waste too much energy fighting among themselves. Money does not mean anything in this era.
Even if they are extremely wealthy, they cannot stop the imperial court's will. If they can be chosen, they are willing to use all their wealth to achieve success. The official standard has been popular in China for thousands of years and has been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.
Zhu Biao asked Magistrate Chen to stand up, looked at him silently for a while and said: "After I return to Beijing, I will transfer you to Zhongshu Province. The post of Hangzhou Magistrate will be vacant. Please recommend a suitable candidate. I hope
This person can make Hangzhou more prosperous."
Magistrate Chen's eyes lit up, he weighed several times in his mind, and instead of recommending his own family, he recommended someone from another wealthy family, and explained the reasons. Zhu Biao nodded unequivocally.
With this move, the Jiangnan clan was revitalized, and there was no need to worry about those drooling hungry wolves in the future. Magistrate Chen went out with great gratitude, while Zhu Biao continued to sit and drink tea, thinking about what this matter would be like.
Whose interests are being harmed?
Although the Huaixi nobles are tyrannical, there are only a few who are qualified to divide the Jiangnan aristocratic families. Now they have been intercepted by Zhu Biao. Without them, these aristocratic families would not take shelter like this, and usually let some of the descendants of the clan
Go to the East Palace to serve.
Zhu Biao leaned on the back of his chair and kept thinking in his mind, is it Hu Weiyong or Li Wenzhong?
Xu Da's status was so special that he no longer dared to make any more moves. Zhu Yuanzhang was most assured of him, and he was also the most uneasy. The only person in the court who could really shake up the country was Xu Da, the first hero of the founding of the country and the invincible commander-in-chief of Zhongshan.
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It is possible that Hu Weiyong arrived, but at this time, all his thoughts should be on Wang Guangyang, the person who robbed him of the left prime minister. Besides, he also paid a lot of money for Yang Xian. It was the time to recruit party members, so he might not have the intention to do so.
Jiangnan Family.
That is most likely Li Wenzhong. He has never had a good impression of the family. Moreover, as a big boss in the military, he has many generals under his command. All of these people are very poor. Li Wenzhong's salary is only enough for his own family.
The army is all about pomp and loyalty. I'm afraid that Li Wenzhong didn't have enough money, so he turned his mind to the aristocratic family. I have to say it was a good idea. Even if Zhu Yuanzhang knew about it, he wouldn't make it difficult for Li Wenzhong.