The Ming Dynasty was brilliant in his own hands, but now that he was in charge of the government, Ming Chengzu felt seriously powerless.
Especially when he saw Hong Tianren struggling to read the handwriting of official documents, Ming Chengzu felt as if he had seen himself.
The seemingly prosperous Ming Dynasty had a crisis hidden behind it.
This crisis did not come from others, but from his third son and the officials hidden in the court that he secretly attracted.
He received his salary by himself, but he was doing things for others. Ming Chengzu felt an inexplicable sadness in his heart.
As long as I'm alive, I'd better let myself cooperate with these people, put on a good show, and completely clean up the court.
Ming Chengzu secretly made up his mind.
Hong Tianren, the Secretary of the Ministry of War opposite, did not know that at this moment, the emperor's mental ups and downs were changing, and his thinking was still stuck on the problem just now.
Looking at Ming Chengzu, Hong Tianren said: "Your Majesty, from the perspective of my subordinates, although Daxing County is exaggerated, there is indeed a fact that the people are afraid of. The people are not like us, who have gone through battles and are already among the dead.
Climb up. Their whole life is to fight for food and clothing, reproduce and live forever. How have you ever seen such a bloody scene? It is better to dispatch hundreds of households from the nearest health station and lead people to Daxing for a period of time. As for the magic machine
Battalion, let’s concentrate on preparing for war and come to ‘hunt’.”
"Yeah." Ming Chengzu nodded, "I think so too."
At the door of the imperial study, Wang Xiaosi walked in carrying a tea tray with a bowl of green tea inside, exuding the slightest fragrance.
"Why did it take so long? Hong Aiqing's mouth is already dry." Ming Chengzu said a little displeased.
"Back to the emperor, Xiao Chen, the purple-robed captain, explained that the first pass of West Lake Longjing is for washing tea, and the second pass is for high-quality tea. The procedure is a little troublesome, so the villain came a little later." Holding the tea bowl, Wang
Xiaosi didn't know what to do.
"Is it still so troublesome? Forget it, let it go." Ming Chengzu waved his hand.
"Yes." Wang Xiaosi responded, hurriedly put down the tea bowl, bowed and retreated.
Looking at the tea bowl in front of him and smelling the light fragrance of tea floating in the tea bowl, Hong Tianren looked at Ming Chengzu: "Your Majesty, was this tea brought back by the purple-robed captain?"
"That's right." Ming Chengzu laughed, "Just handle the case. It's not too much trouble to bring some tea back. Even the brewing method of West Lake Longjing needs to be explained to Xiao Si."
He seemed to be complaining about Xiao Chen, but the smile on his face showed a hint of pride.
Hong Tianren's face became serious, he raised his fists again and saluted Ming Chengzu again.
"Your Majesty, there is a saying that I don't know whether to say or not."
"Let's talk. You and I will be kings and ministers for the rest of our lives. If you have anything to say, just say it. Even if you are wrong, considering your age, I will not blame you."
It seemed that he was in a particularly good mood today, and Ming Chengzu laughed again.
Staring at the official document on the table, Hong Tianren said: "Some people are trying hard to drive a wedge between the emperor and the purple-robed captain. But according to my observation, the purple-robed captain is a bit impulsive except for the fact that he must retaliate. In other aspects, he is quite satisfactory. Especially especially
It can be said that he is loyal to you, the emperor. Moreover, he doesn’t seem to care much about his fame. Although General Mingwei, who is now awarded the fourth rank by the emperor, is the only Qianhu in Dongchang, he always regards him as a schoolmaster.
You are a lieutenant. This indifference is very commendable."
"Haha, my life cannot be said to be a legendary life. I have also experienced disasters and many risks. To be able to achieve today's great achievements, loyal veterans like Hong Aiqing are indispensable. I am most interested in employing people.
The word "loyalty" means "loyalty". Ability and talent are all ranked behind the word "loyalty". In the entire Ming Dynasty, the imperial gift of unicorn and purple clothes was just this one. I didn't give Xiao Chen a great title, but who dares to say that he is not?
The uncrowned king? I know it in my heart, and I believe in him."
Speaking of this, Ming Chengzu's eyes emitted a ray of light.
It was a light of self-confidence in my bones.
Looking at Ming Chengzu, whose beard and hair were all white, Hong Tianren stood up and bowed again.
For Ming Chengzu, he had only two words in his life: admiration.
His own son's right hand was severed by Xiao Chen, and anyone would have an unbreakable knot in their heart.
As for the Emperor, not only did this not create any estrangement, but he still trusted me deeply. The Emperor's mind could really hold the entire Western world.
"Sit down, sit down, I'm an old man, how can I have so many etiquettes." Ming Chengzu raised his right hand and quickly motioned for Hong Tianren to sit down.
"What I am most proud of in my life is that I have been serving as the Minister of War under the Emperor for the rest of my life." Hong Tianren said with a pious look.
"Are you praising you, or are you praising me? There is a suspicion of flattery." Ming Chengzu couldn't help but laugh.
"This is what Wei Chen said from the bottom of his heart."
"I know, sit down and try this West Lake Longjing." As he said this, Ming Chengzu picked up the tea bowl on the table.
Sitting down and taking a sip from the tea bowl on the table, Hong Tianren thought of the envoys from foreign countries who came to watch the Ming Dynasty ceremony.
"Your Majesty, this Rakshasa country has a vast territory and its people are brave and capable of fighting. Will shutting them out this time affect the relationship between the two countries?"
"I have already refused, but it is an influence, so what can I do? Speaking of this matter, it was all caused by a twist in Daxing Magistrate County. At the beginning, I believed his words before making this decision. If I knew that he would still
I will tell you later, no matter what, I will not refuse the envoys from the Rakshasa Kingdom to come to the Ming Dynasty." Ming Chengzu said with a bit of regret.
"How does the emperor plan to deal with the Daxing incident?" Hong Tianren asked a little worriedly.
Dongchang and part of the Jin Yiwei have already gone to Huailai. Inside the capital, someone is secretly stirring up trouble. If we want to find out the matter, we can only hand it over to the Ministry of Punishment.
It's just that the Criminal Department is mainly responsible for hearing criminals. For investigation and handling of cases, the purple-clothed captain uses it to satisfy his cravings.
"Ignore it for now. At present, all matters have been prepared, and the Huailai 'hunting' is the top priority. When the 'hunting' is over, I will settle the accounts with them properly." Ming Chengzu's expression also followed his
His words became gloomy.
"Can the Emperor consider releasing His Royal Highness from Dongchang?" Hong Tianren asked tentatively.
In the Ming Dynasty, the successor was unclear, which was also the source of conspiracy and rebellion.
If the prince can move back into the East Palace, a lot of things should be avoided. At least, those who covet the throne will not be so eager.
"Prince? Xiao Chen said he wanted to give me a surprise. I don't even know when he will come out of Dongchang." Ming Chengzu said with a smile.
"Ah? You don't even know!" Hong Tianren opened his mouth so much that he could fit a fist into it.
