Zhu Yuanzhang said: "We have a book here, which Zeng Bingzheng posted yesterday. We think it is very good. Let's listen to it together."
After Zhu Yuanzhang finished speaking, he raised his chin at Zhu Biao.
Zhu Biao unfolded the fold and began to read.
The general idea is: star movements and natural disasters have nothing to do with the emperor. The emperor does not need to worry.
When the wise monarchs of the past dynasties were in power, there were star movements, but it did not hinder their long-term peace and stability.
For example, when Yao was in power, there were floods for nine consecutive years. Does it mean that Yao was cursed by God and was not a tyrant?
Emperor Wen of the Han Dynasty, Emperor Jing of the Han Dynasty, and Emperor Renzong of the Song Dynasty all experienced star movements and natural disasters during their lifetimes, but this did not prevent them from becoming wise kings in the eyes of the people.
Bala, bala, bala...
I wrote more than 5,000 words, and I read it until Zhu Biao died.
It instantly killed Ye Boju’s three thousand words.
Zhu Bai laughed in his heart: Zeng Bingzheng was not good at anything else, but he was good at writing articles. Although he didn't understand most of them.
The corner of Liu Bowen's mouth twitched: Zeng Bingzheng was incorruptible, quick-witted, and old-fashioned. He would never have thought of such a kneeling and licking method that would get the best of both worlds in a short period of time.
Moreover, Zeng Bingzheng had always maintained his neutrality based on the principle of being wise and protective. Suddenly he confronted Yan Guan. He must have heard someone say something and couldn't wait to express his loyalty to Lao Zhu.
Zhu Biao doesn't have the quick wit, so only Zhu Bai...
Lao Zhu waited for Zhu Biao to finish reading, then scanned the bottom with his eyes and asked: "What do you think of this article?"
Li Shanchang hurriedly came out and said: "Your Majesty, I think this article has unique insights, brilliant literary talent, and sufficient arguments. It is truly a masterpiece."
Hu Weiyong said: "Your Majesty, this person has spoken out my heart. He should be praised."
Zhu Yuanzhang nodded slightly: "Yes. We also think that the so-called ministers should share the emperor's salary and share the emperor's worries. What does it mean to share the emperor's worries? This is the serious way of sharing our worries. Zeng Bingzheng listened to the decree. From now on,
We will appoint you as a doctor in the Ministry of Punishment and receive a fifth-grade salary."
All the ministers were in an uproar. Zeng Bingzheng was only a small sixth-rank Dali temple master before, but he was promoted to a fifth-rank master at once. It was more exaggerated than being promoted to three levels in a row. This was a direct promotion to the third level.
The imperial censor hurriedly came out and said, "Your Majesty, you can't do this. This is against the rules."
Zhu Yuanzhang asked coolly: "What's not in compliance with the rules? The rules are all set by us. If we say they are compliant, they will be compliant."
The ministers were speechless, and then they secretly scolded Zeng Bingzheng: You treacherous villain, we finally forced Lao Zhu to relent, now you stabbed him in the back.
In the whole world, are you the only good person?! Are you the only loyal minister?
We are all deliberately making things difficult for Lao Zhu for our own selfish interests?!
Lao Zhu felt refreshed and announced the dismissal of the court.
As soon as he saw Zeng Bingzheng's memorial yesterday, he knew that Zhu Bai must be behind it.
It's just that Zhu Bai didn't say it, and he didn't say it either.
Everyone tacitly pretends to be stupid.
Zhu Biao begged again, and Zhu Yuanzhang was so happy that he let Ye Boju go.
Yan Guan was like a cat whose tail had been stepped on. He could no longer scold Lao Zhu, so he violently attacked Zeng Bingzheng in the court for several days.
Liu Bowen tried to bring the topic back to the topic, but unfortunately he failed.
Zeng Bingzheng came to court every day with trepidation, and then went home crying after being scolded by the officials.
It was not until before Zhu Di's wedding that Zhu Yuanzhang felt that it was almost done, so he promoted Zeng Bingzheng to participate in political affairs in Shaanxi.
As if he had received an amnesty, Zeng Bingzheng set off for his post immediately.
In this way, it doesn't matter if Yan Guan continues to scold him in the court, he won't hear it anyway.
Zhu Bai smiled and did the splits: Lao Zhu is so mean and cunning. I like it.
We work really well together.
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Because Lao Zhu became rich overnight, he made Zhu Di's wedding lively and glorious.
Fine red brocade can be made at will.
Whale oil candles were lit everywhere.
Gold and jewelry are presented in boxes.
Yanguan wanted to jump out and advise Zhu Yuanzhang that it was inappropriate to be so extravagant.
But consider that Lao Zhu used his own private money, firstly, he did not increase the taxes of the people, and secondly, he did not ask the state government to pay for it. What qualifications do they have to gossip?
In this way, we can only suppress our envy, jealousy, and hatred, put on a smile and pretend to be happy.
Just after the wedding banquet ended at night, another huge comet streaked across the sky, dragging a long tail.
Zhu Yuanzhang happened to be on his way back to his palace.
He drank a few drinks and became a little drunk. When he saw the "broom star" again, his blood surged and he pointed at the sky and cursed: "You are so ignorant. When our son gets married, you will do this to us."
After scolding him, he felt unlucky again. He pulled Zhu Bai beside him and said, "These ministers have been talking to us all day long about what your fourth brother said back then. You are also a prince. Tell me, they said that your fourth brother has
Is it right to be anti-meaning or not?”
As expected, Lao Zhu still minded.
If I don't cover up for Zhu Di today, I'm afraid Lao Zhu will keep Zhu Di in cold storage.
Then my last piece of insurance is gone.
Zhu Bai tilted his head and asked: "Sir, I have never fought in a war, so I don't know the meaning of this sentence. Is the distance between Purple Mountain and the Imperial City far or near? Is it necessary to set up artillery to penetrate the Imperial City?"
Zhu Yuanzhang was stunned and murmured: "If the enemy can go to the Purple Mountain, why not set up artillery on the imperial city? The Ming Dynasty will be destroyed."
Zhu Bai nodded: "That's right. Those ministers have been talking about nip in the bud. So isn't it just a military general's plan for a rainy day? I don't think it's wrong."
The cloud of smoke that had been weighing on Lao Zhu's heart for many years suddenly dissipated.
He patted Zhu Bai on the shoulder: "Old Twelve, you are really our good son. We really like you to death."
Zhu Bai couldn't laugh or cry: There are only a few reactions of men when they are drunk, one of which is to be very affectionate to everyone and have a very sweet mouth.
Even the emperor has nothing new.
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After Zhu Di's wedding, Lao Zhu announced his decision to let Zhu Fang and Zhu Fan join the feudal clan.
Originally, he wanted Zhu Di to go to Peiping to join the feudal clan, but instead he asked Zhu Di to take Zhu Zhen and Zhu Zhen to Fengyang, the central capital, to practice.
This time, Zhu Bai was not on the list to go to Zhongdu.
Some ministers felt that Lao Zhu wanted his sons to learn martial arts and train soldiers this time, but Zhu Bai would only cause trouble if he went there.
Some ministers also felt that Lao Zhu just didn't want Zhu Bai to suffer.
In fact, Zhu Yuanzhang just wanted to keep Zhu Bai to make money for him.
After all, the smooth operation of Guanya Bureau and Yinzhuang cannot be separated from Zhu Bai's pricing and command.
Empress Ma knew about the affairs of Guanya and Yinzhuang, and asked Zhu Yuanzhang many times about who was operating it.
Zhu Yuanzhang only said that he invited an expert.
It's not that he can't trust Queen Ma, but he also knows that Queen Ma is somewhat partial to Zhu Biao and doesn't want to cause trouble.
Men, just make money and support your family. There is no need to tell your wife how you made the money, who you made it with, and every detail.
Empress Ma felt more and more strange and called Zhu Biao to ask.
