Emperor Ming's grandson

Chapter 142 Deserving it
Zhu Xiongying is now 20 years old, even if he ascended the throne at this time, he is not really young.It seems that there is no need to worry about such things as the weak monarch and the strong minister, and there is no need to worry about powerful ministers or foreign relatives interfering in politics.

After all, judging from the current situation, the powerful and qualified foreign relatives who have been involved in politics are all dead.

Xu Da passed away a long time ago, and Zhu Xiongying's grandfather Chang Yuchun died young.Li Wenzhong was originally qualified to be involved in politics, but now he has passed away.

Therefore, the three imperial relatives who seem to be the most qualified to participate in politics are all second generations.Whether it is Xu Yungong, Chang Mao or Li Jinglong, none of them have the capital to intervene in politics.What's more, they all worked under Zhu Xiongying's account.

Li Shanchang, the number one hero in civil affairs, has been hollowed out, and he is still suffering from a stroke. To put it bluntly, he is waiting to die.As a prime minister, Hu Weiyong, his body had long been thrown into the wilderness, and there was no one to collect his body.Liu Bowen, the leader of the Zhexi literati group, has passed away a long time ago, and the current imperial court does not have a "civilian leader".

Looking at it this way, it seems that Daming really doesn't have the soil for powerful officials to survive now, and Lao Zhu seems to be able to feel more at ease.

It's just that Lao Zhu is an insecure person, and he still worries that some things will exceed his expectations.It is impossible for foreign relatives or civil servants to interfere in politics, but it is difficult for those generals to say now.

For the group of people who followed him to fight the world, Lao Zhu thinks he knows quite well.

Tang He is old, but he still has a certain prestige in the army.If Tang He's son-in-law Lu Wang Zhu Tan hadn't passed away, Lao Zhu would have thought more.At that time, it will be difficult to say whether the old brother will die well.

Needless to say, Feng Sheng, this Song Guogong is now in Dongying, but Feng Sheng's military achievements have never been lacking.Moreover, he had secretly met with his son-in-law Zhou Wang Zhu Wei several times before, so Lao Zhu couldn't help thinking about some things.

What's more, there are arrogant soldiers like Lan Yu, those people are afraid of Lao Zhu, and they are also convinced of Da Zhu.But now that Xiao Zhu is in the position, those people may not be so obedient.What's more, the current Ming Dynasty doesn't seem to need so many founding champions.

Lao Zhu, who was thinking about some things, was thinking about how to ensure that his precious grandson took over some things smoothly.

Xu Yungong and Chang Mao, these are Zhu Xiongying's absolute hardcore, allies don't need to worry.Li Jinglong's words should also be regarded as Zhu Xiongying's confidant.But these people are too young. Fortunately, there is also Ying Guogong Fu Youde, a brave and loyal general who can allow Zhu Xiongying to control the military power smoothly.

Thinking about it again, in fact, the Dukes of the Ming Dynasty who are still active in the court and the army are basically related to Zhu Xiongying.Posthumous dukes such as Kang Duo and Hu Dahai naturally don't need to pay too much attention, and there is no threat.

It's another new day, Zhu Xiongying went to court as usual, and now he also understands the truth of "imperial power does not go to the countryside".

People in states and counties brought lawsuits in prisons due to trivial matters such as neighbor disputes, and they sued in Beijing. Such things have indeed happened.This made the workaholic Lao Zhu very dissatisfied. He didn't have so much time to manage these things, and he didn't want his descendants to be just magistrates or magistrates.

Of course, such examples are relatively rare, but they need to be prevented before they happen.

Therefore, the old Zhu strictly prohibited the lawsuits, and ordered the senior citizens who can be impartial to participate in the lawsuits in the village.Some minor matters will be resolved in the village.Only when the matter is more important can it be reported to the official.

For Lao Zhu's decision, the civil and military courts all praised him, but no one thought that such a thing was because Lao Zhu wanted to be lazy.Such things are indeed respect for the elderly and a manifestation of enlightenment.

At this time, Zhu Xiongying came out of the crowd and said, "Your Majesty Qizuo, since the common people complained to Beijing, it also shows that the "Dagao" and "Daming Law" are implemented in the world, and the law is precious and simple, which makes people Yi Xiao. It’s just that your majesty, in troubled times, use heavy codes. Now that the world is in order, Sun Chen, please tell your majesty to abolish some harsh punishments!”

As soon as Zhu Xiongying's words fell, many people became excited, mainly because no matter whether it was "Da Gao" or "Da Ming Law", there were indeed some severe punishments.Especially the "Da Gao" reflects Lao Zhu's personality more.

Long-absent punishments such as cutting off feet, beheading toes, removing knees, and castration reappeared in the early Ming Dynasty.There were also more punishments that were not available in previous dynasties, such as cutting off hands, chopping fingers, and picking tendons, or there was a single person with multiple punishments, killing hundreds of people for one incident.

To put it simply, "Da Gao" is indeed too harsh, and it surpasses "Da Ming Law".

At this time, Zhan Hui, Minister of the Ministry of Officials, was very excited, "My minister seconded the proposal!"

Ren Hengtai, who has taken over as Minister of the Ministry of Rites, also stood up, "Qizou Your Majesty, in the "Law of the Tang Dynasty", there are five punishments: whipping, stick, disciple, exile, and death, which are the so-called formal punishments. Nowadays, the imperial prison set up by Jinyiwei is the worst murder. Do the worst."

Zhu Xiongying came back to his senses, and glared fiercely at the minister of the Ministry of Rites, who was making use of the excuse.At this time, the courtiers were also excited one by one, and now they obviously seized the opportunity to express their thoughts.

If it is normal, I dare not say too much, mainly because I am worried about being punished.But this time is different, it was the emperor grandson who mentioned it.Even if His Majesty is dissatisfied, it will be troublesome for the emperor grandson.

Just when the civil servants were so excited, they were still making use of the topic and citing scriptures, and they almost said that Lao Zhu should abolish some severe punishment laws. Doctor!

Zhu Xiongying turned his head slightly, and blinked at Lan Yu, but Lan Yu understood, "Senior!"

Zhu Xiongying almost spurted out a mouthful of old blood, and Zhu Xiongying felt that he had contributed a lot to the fact that Lan Yu was not skinned and turned into grass.But you are lucky, you have been thinking about fighting all these years, right?
At this moment, Chang Mao who returned to Yingtian Mansion seemed to understand something.He argued with Yang Jing, Shangshu of the Ministry of Justice, and expressed his different views.As a result, Chang Mao didn't have much fat in his stomach, so he lost quickly.

Chang Mao, whose face was flushed, lost his mouth, and the majestic Zheng Guogong was refuted by a scholar who was speechless.

Since it's not good to talk about it, and Yang Jing said something contemptuously similar to Chang Mao's lack of literary talent.This is unbelievable, Chang Mao stretched out his hand directly, and punched Yang Jing full of old punches.
This is my dear uncle!
There was chaos in the court hall, and the civil servants felt a great humiliation.Chang Mao, Zheng Guogong, is one of ten in the court, and several other dignitaries are also eager to try, and they are full of old fists and black feet against the civil official group that has won the verbal battle.

"Bastard!" Old Zhu was furious, and shouted at Chang Mao, "This is my court, how can you run wild!"

Chang Mao immediately knelt down to plead guilty, and Old Zhu was still angry, "Come here, take him down and send him to the clan's residence."

Ok

Ok?
Clan mansion? !How can he, Zheng Guogong, be sent to the clan mansion, what kind of royal family is he? !
Furious, Lao Zhu withdrew from the court, not in the mood to talk to Chang Mao who dared to punch in the court.It also means that the matter of punishment that the civil servants had just quarreled about just now has been left alone.

Zhu Xiongying comforted the civil servants who were beaten a little bit. When the civil servants were crying, Zhu Xiongying also seemed very embarrassed.Dear uncle, what do you tell me to do.You usually say that relatives hide from each other, but now you want my prince to break the law and commit the same crime as the common people, it is too double standard!
After the affairs in the court were over, Zhu Xiongying hurried back to the Hall of Martial Arts.

When Lao Zhu saw Zhu Xiongying, he smirked badly, a little gloating, "We told you usually, those literati just have too many eyes, now you know?"

Zhu Xiongying's face darkened, and he said, "Those bastards are the best at getting on the line and taking advantage of the problem. Originally, they said that this was an opportunity to abolish some harsh laws. If that's the case, let them rush. I'm not in a hurry. "

"Ying'er, it's up to you to speak up about this matter. To gain a good reputation, we also deliberately abolished some severe punishments." Old Zhu said, focusing on Zhu Xiong's English. Communicate with your confidantes and let them rush ahead. You remember, when we get angry, you have to keep them and quarrel with us."

Zhu Xiongying immediately came to his senses and said, "This time, my grandson is in a hurry, so I shouldn't be so eager for quick success. Wait a minute, and I will discuss it with my grandson later."

"That boy Chang Mao is also awake, but he is like this, so we have to punish him." Old Zhu said, and said to Zhu Xiongying, "Go back and talk to him, don't just say it. We are punishing him. You still deserve to be rewarded."

Zhu Xiongying nodded, and said to Lao Zhu amusedly, "Originally, my grandson wanted Lan Yu to come forward, but that man's brain is so weak that he can't understand it at all."

Old Zhu, who was silent for a moment, said to Zhu Xiongying, "Ying'er, Lan Yu has some skills. It's just that that person's temperament is too arrogant and domineering. If he doesn't use it smoothly, it will be a troublesome thing."

"Grandpa Huang, after all, Lan Yu can be regarded as my person, from the East Palace." Zhu Xiongying thought for a while, and confessed, "Grandson knows what Grandpa Huang is worried about, so it's better to keep Lan Yu. Let's see first, At most, let him go out to lead the army. Lan Yu and Fu Youde should be kept."

Old Zhu has no objection to these two people, and it is better to leave it to Zhu Xiongying, but in a flash, Old Zhu said, "Where is Feng Sheng? He was playing happily with your fourth and seventh uncles in Dongying, and now he is arrogant. on."

"Grandfather, they still have to rely on the imperial court to allocate food and armaments." Zhu Xiongying said with a smile, "Grandpa, grandson knows it well. It's not that grandson thinks highly of himself, but grandpa leaves for grandson. These members of the team have also experienced some experience over the years. If they are not stable, it is because the grandson is incompetent, and it is not wrong to lose."

Old Zhu was stunned for a moment, then he laughed loudly, "Okay, as expected of our grandson, he has ambition and heart!"

Zhu Xiongying felt that aside from his heart, the main reason was that Zhu Xiongying felt that he really had a good hand.If this loses, it really deserves it!
(End of this chapter)