People in Hongwu, from heavenly master to emperor master

Chapter 489: The Imperial Preceptor, the Imperial Duke, and the Emperor cannot taint the innocence of others.

"Hahaha~"

When Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, he laughed heartlessly.

His laughter alarmed the Jin Yiwei in the distance, and everyone was confused. What happened to Zhenren Zhang, the emperor, to make Zhu Yuanzhang laugh like this?

Even though the Jinyi guards had followed Zhu Yuanzhang for so long, they had rarely seen the emperor smile so heartily.

They looked at Zhang Yi with deep awe.

The Jin Yiwei dared not touch anyone but Zhang Yi because they knew that the emperor treated Zhang Yi completely differently from others.

The so-called authorities are obsessed, and bystanders are clear.

Even Zhu Yuanzhang may not be aware of his discrimination.

Zhang Yi listened to the emperor laughing for a long time with a depressed look on his face. Zhu Yuanzhang finally calmed down and said with a squinted smile:
"Then tell me, where can you run?"

Zhang Yi looked depressed:
"I thought about it later and realized that I couldn't escape anywhere...

The Longhushan family has a great cause, even if you run away from the Taoist priests, you can't escape from the temple..."

"Humph!"

Zhu Yuanzhang said with a straight face:
"You know the current affairs, if you really run away, I will never give you a good look!"

But he didn’t want to scare Zhang Yi, so he said:

"I won't argue with you about what you said before. If I did, you wouldn't be alive today!"

"Holy Majesty is wise!"

Zhang Yi saw that Zhu Yuanzhang did not pursue his past affairs, so he quickly flattered him.

However, Lao Zhu didn't like it. This guy had spared no effort in trying to trick him, but now that he was praising him, it seemed fake.

Lao Zhu waved his hand impatiently:

"Stop flattering me, I won't accept your trick..."

Zhang Yi sneered. He himself knew that he had a lot of dark history and could no longer irritate the emperor.

Lao Zhu and Zhang Yi continued to walk forward, and then he said:

"I owe you these years!
You saved my life back then, but I never repaid you because of my status!
I know you have resented [Huang He] over the years, but I hope you can understand! "

Zhang Yi replied: "Your Majesty is serious. I really did not blame Huang He. I was willing to do what happened back then!"

This is not a credit! "

When Zhang Yi said this, his expression was very serious.

When he saved Huang He, he never thought that he was the emperor. In his heart, Huang He was just a caring and close relative.

Hearing this, Lao Zhu nodded slightly, full of relief.

Zhang Yi showed his sincerity by rescuing people regardless of gain or loss.

"You don't have to worry about it, but I will reward you for your merits!"

Zhu Yuanzhang characterized the matter and then continued:
"And your life-saving grace is just a trivial thing you have done for this world!

The reason why I asked you to come to this factory to meet me is to tell you!
I remember all the credit that I couldn’t give you in the past!

And from now on, I hope you won’t have any objections because of my identity!
Huang He can accommodate you, and so can Zhu Yuanzhang..."

Zhang Yi was somewhat moved by Zhu Yuanzhang's words.

He knew what the emperor's temper was like, so Zhang Yi also found it very rare that he could say these words.

Can Huang He and Zhu Yuanzhang really be united?

Zhang Yi actually has his own opinion in his heart, but he won't say it out loud.

No matter what, as an emperor, Lao Zhu has done everything he can for himself.

"You are a crazy person, but you also have the world in your heart!

Many things you want to do, you can't do without me..."

After talking about his feelings, the emperor began to explain reality to Zhang Yi and talk about interests...

"Zhang Yi, are you really willing to just be a Taoist priest who just sits and watches the changes in the world of mortals, instead of leading the world and being a reformer like you saw in the prosperous times?
You said that hundreds of years later in China, the dragon energy moved westward!
Then why don't you stay with me and leave this dragon energy in China? "

Lao Zhu pointed to the factory below and said:

“Because you opened this factory, you really changed Ming Dynasty’s business tax!

Now, I want to reform the agricultural tax and implement the method of apportioning one person per mu!

But I don’t know if I will encounter more trouble if I continue like this!
After all, what I have done recently has actually gone against my true intentions!

I am willing to change because I believe you can bring a better future to Ming Dynasty!

And you, do you still want to do this? "

Zhu Yuanzhang turned around and asked Zhang Yi, who smiled bitterly:

“Your Majesty, what I was able to do before, I can do differently in the future!

Pindao is just a Taoist, he doesn’t want to show his face..."

"You expect to use me as a shield, how can it be so easy?

I still want to use you as a shield..."

When Lao Zhu mentioned this, he became extremely angry.

Wasn't what Zhang Yi did before just using him as an emperor as a chess piece?
It’s okay if they don’t expose each other’s identities. If they really expose each other, will it be his turn to be the mastermind behind the scenes?

Zhang Yi didn't know whether to laugh or cry. He also understood that from the moment he met Zhu Yuanzhang, some things were beyond his control.

Lao Zhu was very kind to him, he admitted this, but he would never be so naive as to think that the emperor was simply nice to him.

There are still dirty things between father and son. No matter how good he and Zhu Yuanzhang are, Zhu Yuanzhang is still Zhu Yuanzhang.

That king who can kill you if you don't use him is definitely not someone easy to talk to.

Let's not talk about anything else, just talk about Chang Mao's incident. He has a handle that Lao Zhu has in his hands.

As long as this matter is leaked out, the Chang family will immediately fall out with him.

Lao Zhu doesn't even have to do anything. The crazy Chang family can give him a drink.

The so-called people should know the current affairs!

It's not that Zhu Yuanzhang can't control him, it's just that he doesn't want to go any further.

If he is not decent, then the emperor will help him look decent!

Zhang Yi is a smart man and a decent person.

He bowed his head and said:

"Yes……"

"very good!"

Zhu Yuanzhang knew Zhang Yi's thoughts, and he thought Zhang Yi would refuse.

He was even ready to give Zhang Yi a beating if he refused.

Who would have known that this guy is just slippery and won't suffer any loss if he plays the main one.

Before he could help him look decent, he chose to obey.

The more Lao Zhu saw, the more he liked Zhang Yi's knowledge of current affairs. Like his future father-in-law, Xu Da, he also knew what was appropriate.

"But Your Majesty, I don't want to be an official. I think it's good to be a Taoist priest..."

After living in Yingtian for so many years, Zhang Yi witnessed how many "old friends" went to the Palace of Hell. This was before Lao Zhu went crazy and started killing heroes.

Zhang Yi really didn't want to get close to him.

But Lao Zhu's expression was very strange, which made Zhang Yi feel upset.

He often said bad things about Zhu Yuanzhang in front of Zhu Yuanzhang, good and bad.

He talked too much, and his ability to deceive Zhu Yuanzhang became ineffective.

Zhang Yi's situation at this time was called a dilemma. Thinking of his current predicament, Zhang Yi wanted to drag Lao Zhang out to be beaten.

It was he who dragged himself into dire straits back then. Others cheated on his father, and he cheated on his son...

“Whether it’s a Taoist priest or a minister, as long as you can handle affairs well!

How about you become the commander of the Jin Yiwei? I think you are quite talented in guiding public opinion and collecting intelligence!
Those people in Jinyiwei also obey you..."

Zhang Yi became anxious when he heard this. Damn it, if he were to be the commander of the Jinyi Guards, wouldn't that mean he would die?

"His Majesty……"

Before he finished speaking, Lao Zhu laughed again.Only then did Zhang Yi realize that Zhu Yuanzhang was playing tricks on him.

Yes, there is reincarnation in the way of heaven, no one will be spared by heaven.

From the moment he met Lao Zhu, he knew that he would inevitably feel uncomfortable. The emperor smiled, and he could only laugh in apology.

"Based on your achievements, it's not a matter of whether I want to reward you or not, it's a matter of what you want!

Zhang Yi, I ask you, what do you want? "

Zhang Yi took a deep breath. He had been getting closer to the emperor these years, wasn't he just asking for a chance to ask him what he wanted?

Without thinking, he asked:
"Your Majesty, what can you give me?"

Lao Zhu was very angry at his cautious attitude and replied angrily:

"If you mention it, I will naturally consider it!"

"Then can you name my father a heavenly master again?"

Zhang Yi's request was not beyond Zhu Yuanzhang's expectations. This boy seemed to have no other needs except for the title of Heavenly Master.

"Why, do you think Zhang Changsheng can ride on my head?"

Zhu Yuanzhang asked back, and Zhang Yideng's head was as big as a bucket.

He often criticized Zhu Yuanzhang in front of Zhu Yuanzhang because of this issue, and now retribution is coming.

He laughed:
"Actually, you also know that our Heavenly Master has nothing to do with the Heavenly Master you understand!

Longhu Mountain, how dare you be the emperor's teacher?

Your Majesty, it would be great if you could redefine the name Tianshi!
For example, what do you think of practicing the Way for Heaven and practicing the Way for Master? "

Zhang Yi gave Lao Zhu a step to get down, but Lao Zhu refused to get down.

"I gave him the title of Heavenly Master three years ago, but he didn't want it..."

He's not in a hurry, so why are you worried? "

When Lao Zhu mentioned what happened three years ago, he became very depressed.

He finally let Longhushan loose, but that bastard Lao Zhang actually rejected him...

Although he understood Lao Zhang's feelings as a father about this matter, Lao Zhang did break his heart...

Zhang Yi was stunned. This was the first time he heard about this.

Immediately, his eyes showed emotion, why did the emperor give the title of Heavenly Master to Longhu Mountain three years ago?

And why did Zhang Changshang refuse?

Although Zhang Yi didn't ask in detail, he had already guessed the truth of that year.

It turns out that my father gave up his position as a Heavenly Master for himself. No wonder he has never been summoned by the emperor in all these years.

Zhang Yi lowered his head. He, who was always eloquent, became a little silent.

I seem to feel a little sorry for my father!

Seeing that he didn't answer, Zhu Yuanzhang couldn't help but ask:

"What more do you want?"

"I don't want anything anymore..."

Zhang Yi has no interest in fame or fame.

If Lao Zhu, the Heavenly Master, doesn't give him the title, he really won't have much motivation.

Zhu Yuanzhang was so angry with him. This guy was good at irritating people when he didn't know his identity. It was also a virtue when he knew his identity.

He originally wanted to give Zhang Yi a small problem, but Zhang Yi's reaction made him unable to step down.

"Of course I won't give Zhang Chenggong anything he doesn't want anymore!

If I give it, wouldn't it seem like my will is cheap, but..."

The emperor changed the topic and Zhang Yi's expression changed.

What this means is that there is still a turning point, right?

Even if dad can't get the title of Heavenly Master back, it's not impossible to let others get it, such as eldest brother...

Zhang Yi raised his head with a naive smile.

However, Lao Zhu didn't like his deliberate attempt to please.

"The person who wants me to recognize the title of Heavenly Master is not Zhang Chenggong. Even though your eldest brother is a scholar, I don't like him either!
Quite a heavenly master, either you do it yourself, or don’t even think about it...

But I think this is not your ambition, so I give you a choice..."

Zhang Yi lowered his head and listened honestly to the emperor's lesson.

Zhu Yuanzhang thought for a while and said:

"I will give you two choices. One is to go to Taoism and work for me, and I will grant you the title of Duke!
One way is for you to advise me as a Taoist, and I will give you the title of National Master! "

National Preceptor, National Duke...

Zhang Yi's face changed slightly, Lao Zhu was really willing to do this.

Needless to say, this is the highest title in the Ming Dynasty. According to the rules of the Ming Dynasty, there are no living princes except blood relatives in the clan.

With so many brothers accompanying Zhu Yuanzhang to conquer the world, Zhu Yuanzhang only gave the position of six princes.

If he was made Duke of the country by Lao Zhu, he would definitely be the target of public criticism.

And the other position of national master?
Zhang Yi was a little confused. The so-called Celestial Master was the National Master. It was conceivable that being able to obtain the title of National Master was a prerequisite for him to regain the title of Celestial Master.

But with Lao Zhu’s temperament, how should this national teacher be defined?

The old Zhang family had been calling Tianshi for hundreds of years, and no other emperors had any objections. Zhu Yuanzhang, holding on to the word Tian, ​​changed the name of the old Zhang family.

Zhang Yike didn't know whether the false name Lao Zhu gave him was digging a hole for him.

Anyway, following Lao Zhu and starving for nine meals in three days is a high probability.

However, the Ming Dynasty is not without its imperial master. There are many prodigal sons among the descendants of the old Zhu family.

The emperor appointed Taoist priests as national preceptors, just like the Jiajing Emperor...

But descendants can do it, but that doesn't mean Zhu Yuanzhang won't care.

Seeing Zhang Yi's hesitation, Zhu Yuanzhang said:

"You can think about this again and give a clear answer!"

Finally, he didn't give advice right away, Zhang Yi breathed a sigh of relief.

Zhu Yuanzhang said:

"For your contribution to the Ming Dynasty, I am more than enough to give you a prince, but if I recognize your merits, others may not remember them!

So it’s best to gradually publicize your achievements and learn about them slowly!

From now on, please stay with me, and I will build a Taoist temple for you later!
Although the concept of pure mind is good, if your identity is exposed, the place will not be suitable for people to live! "

What else could Zhang Yi say, even though Lao Zhu was being polite to him.

But if he dares to refute, he will inevitably be beaten.

He weakly responded to the emperor's request, and Lao Zhu felt angry when he saw his passive and sabotaged appearance.

It is said that Wang Guangyang is lazy in politics, but compared to Zhang, he is more diligent.

Zhu Yuanzhang refused to recognize Zhang Yi because he was afraid that Zhang Yi would look like this.

But since he decided to recognize each other, he was not afraid of Zhang Yi being passive and sabotaging his work.

"By the way, let me ask you something?"

"Your Majesty, please speak!"

Zhang Yi lowered his posture and thought about what Zhu Yuanzhang would ask him.

"Didn't you spend some time with Guanyin slave? I ask you, did you have anything happen to that princess?"

When Zhang Yi heard this, his heart beat wildly. Could it be that the little secret between him and Guanyin Nu had been discovered?

Thinking of the princess, Zhang Yi had mixed feelings.

She should have become a prisoner again by now, right?
"What does His Majesty mean?"

"Did you destroy her innocence?"

puff!
Zhang Yi became anxious when he heard this. Even if you are the emperor, you can't accuse someone of innocence out of thin air!

(End of this chapter)