Emperor Ming's grandson

Chapter 190
Whether Lao Zhu is really determined to abdicate, Zhu Xiongying will not guess these things, he only needs to know that he needs to consider a smooth transition and succession, all he needs to do is to be fully prepared.

Looking at the grandson of the emperor standing in front of the throne, many ministers of civil and military affairs were in complicated moods at this time.Some people may be excited or secretly happy, and some people feel that the future is promising. Of course, it is not ruled out that some people are unhappy or indifferent. It is normal for all kinds of emotions to exist.

Many civil and military officials also felt that the "Ming Lord" in their minds did not sit on the dragon chair, but the grandson of the emperor actually came and said "the latecomer prevails".

This can only be lamented by the impermanence of the world. Who would have thought that the prince who handled the government affairs with ease would die early due to illness, and who would have thought that the grandson of the emperor might justifiably ascend the throne and proclaim himself emperor!

His Majesty's health is not good, this is also the news that many people are getting now.His Majesty the Emperor is getting older, and this is what many people know. They can more or less guess some things, but they don't think that maybe these things will happen soon.

After the morning court, the officials went to their halls to deal with their affairs.Being an official in the Ming Dynasty was not so easy, especially in the Hongwu Dynasty, it was a very challenging thing.

Although the salary has increased a little in the past few years, many officials also feel that it is only for food and clothing, and the salary cannot make a fortune.Moreover, when serving as an official in the Hongwu Dynasty, it is very likely that he will encounter harsh criticism from His Majesty the Emperor, and even lose his head. This is also a normal thing.

If the new emperor ascends the throne, I hope this kind of thing can be slightly improved.

However, the possibility of this is not particularly great. The emperor's grandson seems to be a little more lenient than today's son, but this is only relatively speaking.Many people think that the current grandson of the emperor is the next Emperor Hongwu.

Some of Zhu Xiongying's deeds after coming down to court may also be in line with the guesses of some civil and military officials. This is definitely not a good successor to the Ming Empire.

Song Zhong, the commander of the Jinyiwei, appeared in the Wenhua Palace. Don't look at the old Zhu who burned the Jinyiwei's torture tools a few years ago and weakened the Jinyiwei's rights.But this does not mean that Jinyiwei has been completely abolished. Jinyiwei is just not as high-profile and domineering as its previous activities.

Song Zhong handed over the brochure and said respectfully, "Your Highness, there are indeed some discussions inside and outside the court. What's more."

Zhu Xiongying was noncommittal, and said a little teasingly, "Oh? Those people don't think they think that the Palace has placed His Majesty under house arrest, and they are plotting against him?"

Song Zhong, who didn't dare to answer, just lowered his head, but there were indeed such discussions.Although there were also examples of the emperor's "sudden illness" before, but this time, for some unknown reason, it suddenly came out that the emperor's grandson was preparing for the enthronement ceremony.

Unable to see His Majesty the Emperor, one can only rely on some specious guesses. It is normal for the civil and military officials in the court to have a lot of imagination at this time.Coupled with some of Zhu Xiongying's actions and the power in his hands, it seems that there is really some meaning of rebellion and forcing the palace.

Zhu Xiongying casually flipped through the papers. These were basically the speeches and actions of some civil and military officials, including the activities of the princes who founded Yingtian Mansion. These people are now the group that Zhu Xiongying is more concerned about.

Suddenly Zhu Xiongying snorted coldly, and said angrily, "The young master of this palace, it seems that if he becomes the governor of Otsuka and the official of heaven, he will be lawless!"

Zhan Hui, the Minister of the Ministry of Officials, is Zhu Xiongying's Minister of the Ministry of Officials, and Zhu Xiongying can be regarded as protecting Zhan Hui.But luckily now, this Zhan Hui said some unpleasant things to his heir in private in the mansion.It seems that it's time for Zhan Hui to retire from his post, which can be regarded as a good get-together and good time.

The position of Minister of the Ministry of Officials is not simple. It is in charge of official information and the right to appoint and dismiss personnel, which affects the official career of many officials. Because of its importance, it becomes the first of the six ministers.

Since the Minister of the Ministry of Officials can't be of one mind with Zhu Xiongying, then Zhu Xiongying is bound to replace the head of the six departments, and it seems that he can only be replaced by Zhu Xiongying's confidants, such as Ru Yu, the left servant of the Ministry of Officials. , should also be corrected.

Originally, he planned to give Zhan Hui some dignity, but it seemed that Zhu Xiongying needed to find some reason, and had to cut off the Minister of the Ministry of Officials.

In fact, this Zhan Hui is still very talented, talented and decisive, and has a strong ability to handle affairs, but this Zhan Hui is also a little narrow-minded.The civil and military people who offended him are often in a bad situation.

For such an important position, Zhu Xiongying still needs to leave it to his confidants.Even though Zhan Hui is talented and capable, but sometimes, Zhu Xiongying does not need someone with other thoughts to occupy such an important position as Minister of the Ministry of Officials.

What's more, the current Ming Dynasty can be regarded as full of talents. Zhan Hui is capable, but it doesn't mean that without Zhan Hui, the Ming Dynasty's official department will not be able to function.

There are some things that Zhu Xiongying doesn't need to say very clearly, Song Zhong immediately knew that he needed to find Zhan Hui's black material.Since the emperor's grandson didn't like Zhan Hui, he got rid of Zhan Hui. This was also to get another chance to perform and for Jin Yiwei's rise again.

Not to mention being overwhelmed, Zhu Xiongying was already psychologically prepared for such a thing, so he didn't feel panicked.

Zhu Xiongying is also very clear that this will not be the first time such a thing has happened, and naturally it will not be the last time.Handling these things well is the most important thing for him.

It seems that Zhan Hui needs to be taken down to show off, and this is also a warning to some people in the court.Zhu Xiongying didn't want to go on a killing spree, and he didn't plan to do a cleansing in the court hall. He didn't think it was necessary to make a drama of one emperor and one courtier.

But one thing that is certain, of course, is that Zhu Xiongying didn't intend to give some people a chance, and didn't intend to let some people who obviously didn't agree with him occupy a particularly important position. This was his decision.

Although a decision has been made, Zhu Xiongying also knows that such a matter needs to be discussed with Lao Zhu.After all, this is related to the Minister of the Ministry of Officials, and such a major matter cannot be decided by Zhu Xiongying alone.

After handling the government affairs, Zhu Xiongying came to Qianqing Palace and said straight to the point, "Grandfather, my grandson is going to change to a minister of officials. Now that I think about it, Ru Yu can almost take over."

"Success, we really liked that little old man." Old Zhu didn't veto it, and said directly, "It's just that he has been in the official department for a long time these years. Let's say, he should have been replaced long ago, but You can't let the officials below recognize a heavenly official, I don't know there is an emperor!"

This can probably be regarded as one of Lao Zhu's characteristics. Over the years, the six ministers have been changed very frequently.

In addition to cleaning, standing in the wrong team, or losing the Sacred Heart, Lao Zhu's suspicious temperament is also a very important factor. Lao Zhu does not allow some people to occupy a position for too long, especially some very important positions.

Lao Zhu, who likes to monopolize power, has also worked for several years in the court where there is no such thing as a minister of officials and a minister of rites. Such operations are naturally for better centralization of power.As for the many things to do, Lao Zhu really didn't care at that time, he couldn't relax.

"Grandson is going to ask Ru Yu to mention the Minister." Zhu Xiongying didn't hide anything, and said his thoughts, "The Minister of the Ministry of Officials is very important, and it happens that Suner can also mention some officials."

Old Zhu didn't care about that, he just looked at Zhu Xiongying and asked, "Cheng, it's up to you, and Ru Yu can afford it too. It's just Ying'er, how do you plan to get rid of that little old man, how do you plan to deal with him?" "

If it was according to Lao Zhu's temperament, Zhan Hui would definitely not end well, and if nothing else happened, he would be killed.If the situation is better, the family members will be dispatched to the border. If the situation is worse, it will be quarrels and extermination. Lao Zhu did such things.

Zhu Xiongying replied with a smile, "There are too many reasons to look for. He is narrow-minded and says that he is intruding in the officialdom. If he is smarter, he will know that he will resign. If he is not smart enough, the Hu Weiyong case can also be talked about. "

"Are you going to let him go back?" Old Zhu was quite satisfied at first, but at this time he still persuaded, "Ying'er, that little old man has been an official for many years, and he has many former students. Let's say, kill him." thing!"

This is definitely Lao Zhu's character, and Lao Zhu can definitely do such things with ease.

In Lao Zhu's view, it would be good to uproot Zhan Hui.The best way, of course, is to kill it directly. This is the end of it, without too many hidden dangers.

Zhu Xiongying was ashamed, and hurriedly said, "Grandson doesn't think it's necessary. After all, Zhan Hui still has some credit, so let him be an official. At the beginning of the Ming Dynasty, the officialdom was not good. Grandpa Huang killed more people. It's good to be upright." .If the grandson is enthroned, it's time for these people to take a breather."

Old Zhu thought for a while, and said to Zhu Xiongying, "It's okay, just let these people stand up. These scholars are all stinky, and they should be suppressed when they should be severely suppressed. Yinger should not be soft-hearted. .”

"Grandpa, grandson will not be soft-hearted. He will kill when it is time to kill." Zhu Xiongying is very confident. The grandson uses Zhan Hui to make an example of others, and I guess those people will be smarter in the future."

Old Zhu didn't object to these, and he was very satisfied when he heard Zhu Xiongying say that. Such an answer was in line with the answer in his heart.It's not the best, but I can't pick out too many thorns.

At this time, Lao Zhu became more and more sure that even if he abdicated, there would be no troubles in Daming's inheritance, his grandson would be able to secure his position, and his grandson would definitely be able to manage the affairs of the court in an orderly manner.

After discussing these matters with Lao Zhu, Zhu Xiongying walked towards the East Palace. There are still many things to do.

(End of this chapter)