Early the next morning, the court bell rang. Civil and military officials filed into the palace to attend today's court meeting.
This is a court meeting convened by the Queen Mother Zhang. Everyone knows in their hearts that the court meeting convened by the Queen Mother today must be related to one thing, and that is to decide on the candidate for the new emperor.
In the main hall of Fengtian Hall, a circle of white gauze screens isolated the Queen Mother Zhang from the ministers. The ministers who entered the hall only saw the figure of the Queen Mother sitting on a chair behind the screen.
"I will bow to the Empress Dowager." Yang Tinghe led the ministers to kowtow and salute the Empress Dowager Zhang behind the screen.
Behind the screen, the blurry figure of Queen Mother Zhang stood up and nodded in return.
"My lords, you will be excused from the ceremony."
Everyone stood up one after another and stood where they were. Then they heard Empress Dowager Zhang sigh and say softly: "My lords, the emperor was buried yesterday. You have worked hard during this time. The Ai family would like to express its gratitude to you."
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The ministers all said hurriedly: "I don't dare to accept this responsibility, so I ask the Queen Mother to express my condolences and take care of her body."
Empress Dowager Zhang nodded and said in a deep voice: "My lords, my Ming Dynasty has experienced great changes, and the emperor suffered an accident at such a young age. It is really confusing. The emperor gave up and left, leaving behind the Ming Dynasty, the country, and hundreds of millions of subjects.
The Ai family doesn’t know what to do. Hey, but no matter what, what needs to be done must be done. Our Ming Dynasty and the country must be passed on, and the country must be continued, don’t you think so?”
All the ministers said one after another: "What the Queen Mother said is absolutely true."
Empress Dowager Zhang said softly: "Yang Shoufu was right what he said that day. A country cannot be without a king for a day. When the emperor passes away, the world will be without a master. Naturally, the candidate for the throne needs to be decided immediately, otherwise the throne will be vacant, the world will be in chaos, and those with evil intentions will take advantage of it.
There is chaos. Therefore, the Aijia invites you here today to discuss this important matter."
The ministers nodded one after another. Although most people guessed that this matter must be discussed, now that the Queen Mother said it herself, they were even more sure.
"The emperor is not blessed and has no heirs, so the candidate for the throne has not been decided yet. The Ai family invites all of you to discuss, just to hear what you think. The Ai family has a daughter, I really don't know what to do.
To make a decision, I invite you all to discuss it together and make a decision. Regarding this matter, if you have any thoughts or anything you want to say, just say it. The Ai family is here to listen." Empress Dowager Zhang continued.
The ministers in the palace nodded, but no one spoke. Not everyone was qualified to talk about this kind of thing. Everyone's eyes were focused on Yang Tinghe. He is the chief minister of the cabinet, and at this moment he has full authority to handle government affairs.
Of course he spoke first.
Yang Tinghe glanced at everyone, nodded, stepped forward and bowed to the screen, and said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, Your Majesty, Yang Tinghe has a memorial."
Empress Dowager Zhang said softly: "Yang Shoufu, please speak."
Yang Tinghe said: "The emperor has passed away and the world has no master. Naturally, the candidate for succession needs to be decided as soon as possible. I believe that the selection of candidates for succession should follow three principles. First, close blood should be regarded as the main body rather than the side."
The pulse is to show orthodoxy. The second one is to have good conduct, be wise and virtuous, and be able to govern the Ming Dynasty.
The leader of the society is to consider the revitalization of the Ming Dynasty and live up to the trust of the society. The third is in terms of seniority. According to the ancestral teachings of the Ming Dynasty, he can be the emperor's junior or the equal. If he is the equal, he is younger than the emperor. After all, he must be the emperor's junior or equal.
Comply with the system of brotherhood and brotherhood. I think that as long as you follow these three principles."
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Empress Dowager Zhang nodded slowly and said, "Yang Shoufu's words make sense."
Academician Fei Hong stepped forward and said in a deep voice: "Queen Mother, I agree with Yang Shoufu's three principles. I believe that the selection of the new emperor must not only comply with etiquette and law, but also take into account the stability and long-term interests of the court and the country. The character and conduct of the new emperor need to be well-developed.
Inspection. You must not act rashly because of haste. It doesn't matter even if you are younger, because you can still grow up under the guidance of the Queen Mother, and you will definitely not make mistakes."
Queen Mother Zhang nodded and said: "What the two bachelors said is reasonable. I don't know what other people think."
Several ministers expressed their opinions one after another, basically agreeing with Yang Ting and Tong Feihong's opinions.
After hearing this, Empress Dowager Zhang asked: "So, if it is said that way, I wonder which candidates are suitable."
Yang Tinghe said: "Queen Mother, I have the courage to put forward several candidates for the Queen Mother and your lords to decide. The first one is Zhu Houcong, the son of King Xing of Anlu Prefecture, who is thirteen years old. The second one is Zhu Houye, the eldest son of King Duan King of Jianchang, who is two years old this year.
Ten years old. The third one is the eldest son of King Jing of Yizhou
His son, Zhu Houyan, is nine years old this year. King Xing, Duan, King Jing, and King Xing are all brothers of the late emperor, so they are close by blood. Their son and the emperor are direct cousins, which is in line with the principle of close blood. But I don’t know if they are suitable in terms of age and character.
I also ask the Queen Mother and all your lords to make a decision."
Empress Dowager Zhang said: "The identities of these three princes are quite suitable. Which one do you think is suitable?"
Everyone frowned and pondered. These princes, princes, and ministers were not very familiar with each other. How could they know their character?
Fei Hong said in a deep voice: "Master Ma from the Ministry of Civil Affairs, aren't you from Jianchang Mansion? You should have heard about the conduct of Prince Duan Prince Zhu Houye. Why don't you tell the Queen Mother your opinion."
A fat official hurriedly stepped forward and said: "Queen Mother, ladies and gentlemen. How dare a humble minister talk nonsense about such a big matter? A humble minister doesn't dare."
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Yang Tinghe said in a deep voice: "The Queen Mother has said that she wants us to speak freely. Isn't this a discussion? If you know it, say it. If you don't know, don't say it. What are you afraid of?"
Mr. Ma hurriedly said: "Since the chief minister said so, then the official has the courage to say it. The official is indeed from Jianchang Prefecture, and his mother, wife and children are still in his hometown in Jianchang Prefecture. I often go back to visit. King Duan
I have met him a few times and I know some things. Prince Duan has a good character and is kind and kind, which is beyond words. I have also met Crown Prince Duan a few times and he is indeed a good-looking person.
He is talented and has a good reputation. However, as far as I know, Zhu Houye, the crown prince of Prince Duan, has a hidden disease. When he gets sick, he has a splitting headache, foaming at the mouth, and falls unconscious for a long time. After many years of treatment, he has not recovered. It is said that he got sick once a month when he was a child.
I've been sick once every three to five days now. I haven't heard anything bad about other things. The characters are all very good, and..."
Yang Tinghe waved his hand and said, "Mr. Ma, there's no need to say more. Just step back."
The official quickly shut up, bowed and left.
Empress Dowager Zhang said softly from behind the screen: "According to this, it is a pity that Zhu Houye, the eldest son of the royal family, is here. This is epilepsy, and the Ai family knows it. How can he ascend the throne? I'm afraid it won't work."
Yang Tinghe said in a deep voice: "What the Queen Mother said is absolutely true. If this is the case, Zhu Houye may not be able to choose."
Empress Dowager Zhang said: "Then choose one between Zhu Houcong and Zhu Houyan. Yang Shoufu, who do you think you should choose?"
Yang Tinghe said: "I think these two princes are suitable. However, Prince Xing's prince Zhu Houcong is already thirteen years old, and he should be familiar with affairs. He will be able to rule personally in one or two years. Prince Jing's prince is nine years old, so he is too young.
, if you choose him
, the Queen Mother is afraid that she will have to spend more time teaching him. The affairs of the court, large and small, also need to be more managed. I am a little worried that such a young child needs to be taught by his biological parents. After all, it is unreasonable. This...
I dare not make a decision."
It seems that Yang Tinghe has not made a choice, but in fact he has made a psychological hint. His implication has hinted to Queen Mother Zhang that if he chooses the younger one, he will definitely be more attached to his biological parents.
, she cannot gain recognition.
This is what the Queen Mother was sure to care about after the conversation with the Queen Mother that night about her future status in the palace. The Queen Mother Zhang definitely did not want the future emperor to get too close to his mother and alienate her, and she also
It will be detrimental to the Zhang family.
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Sure enough, Empress Dowager Zhang said in a deep voice: "The Ai family thinks that Zhu Houcong is more suitable. The Ai family is old and cannot bear the trouble. Besides, the Ai family needs to make the decision on this court matter. Isn't it that the Ai family is at a loss? Now that a new emperor has been established, naturally
I hope he can take charge of the government soon and handle national affairs. Nine is too young, and it will take another six or seven years to take charge, and that won't work."
Yang Tinghe bowed and said: "The Queen Mother said this, and I should obey her order."
Empress Dowager Zhang sighed and said: "If you have no other objections, then Zhu Houcong is decided. Do you have any other objections?"
Everyone said one after another: "We have no objection and follow the Queen Mother's decree."
An old voice said: "Queen Mother, I think it is better to be more cautious in such important matters. Didn't you just say that you should pay attention to your character? The character of Zhu Houcong and Zhu Houyan needs to be investigated. If they are naughty and naughty, how can they be suitable candidates?
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It is suggested that people should be sent to investigate thoroughly before making a decision. Besides, for such a big matter, how can the British Duke and the Protector not participate in the decision? It seems inappropriate to make such a hasty decision. Moreover, other than these two people, there should be
There are other candidates."
The speaker was naturally Xu Guangzuo, Duke of Ding. He didn't want to speak up, but seeing that Yang Tinghe and the Queen Mother were about to decide on a candidate, it seemed to be a hasty decision. He didn't know who was more suitable, Zhu Houcong or Zhu Houyan, but he knew that Yang Tinghe proposed
The selection must have some tricks up its sleeve.
Considering the strangeness of Zhu Houzhao's death, Xu Guangzuo certainly believed that everything was arranged by Yang Tinghe.
"Dong Guogong, what do you mean by this? Do you mean that the Queen Mother has no right to make the decision? Of course, the candidate for the throne needs to be discussed, but the final decision-making power lies with the Queen Mother. It has been made clear before that the two Dukes cannot return
Why do you have to mention Beijing’s stakes again? Besides, the two
The prince is thousands of miles away, waiting for them to come back to make a decision. Is it possible that my position as emperor of the Ming Dynasty is so empty? Isn't it going to cause chaos in the world? A bunch of ugly people are coveting it?" Yang Tinghe pushed back mercilessly. He couldn't let it go.
As this matter continues to drag on, a decision must be made as soon as possible.
"What Mr. Yang said is that we can't wait. They will understand it when the two princes come back and explain. Besides, the Queen Mother is the sister of the Lord Protector. Will the Lord Protector still question the Queen Mother's decision?
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"Isn't that right? Duke Ding, this does not exclude the two Dukes. You protect your son-in-law and the face of your nobles, but you cannot delay such a major matter."
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The ministers began to discuss one after another.
Xu Guangzuo looked at Zhu Fu. Duke Cheng Guo lowered his head and said nothing. He looked at the other marquises and they were silent. Xu Guangzuo knew that they were unwilling to talk more about this matter.
After all, the Xungui Group is still scattered and has little knowledge. At the critical moment, it is impossible to form a joint force. Its own appeal is not enough, so it seems difficult to stop this matter.
"Dong Guo, the Ai family has already decided on this matter. There is no need to say more. After the British Lord Protector returns to Beijing, the Ai family will explain themselves. They are also reasonable and loyal people who serve the country. They will understand what is happening in front of them.
Situation. Besides, the Ai family has the right to make the decision, right or wrong?" came the voice of Queen Mother Zhang.
Xu Guangzuo opened his mouth, and finally said in a deep voice: "The Queen Mother can naturally make the decision. The old minister is just a suggestion. Everything is decided by the Queen Mother."
Empress Dowager Zhang said softly: "That's good. Let's settle on Zhu Houcong. However, there is one thing that needs to be made clear. It is the identity of the new emperor's heir. Yang Tinghe, Ai Jia told you, you and
Please make it clear."
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