People in Hongwu, from heavenly master to emperor master

Ling said that when he came here, his original intention was to let Hu Weiyong show him the way.

He also understood that the emperor's purpose in scolding him was to kill him.

If he survives, return to Jinyiwei.

Not to mention how he should face his former colleagues, the emperor did not want him to go back?
No one understands the emperor's coldness better than Ling Shuo.

He is very good to those close to him, but towards other people, Zhu Yuanzhang is different from others in his ruthlessness.

Ling said that he thought about it at home for several days before taking the risk of entering Hu Weiyong's residence during the curfew, seeking guidance on the future.

When it comes to intrigues and intrigues, the officials of Jinyiwei are not even a bit inferior to old foxes like Hu Weiyong.

"Hu Xiang, I just hope you can give me a clear path..."

Ling Shuo lowered his posture and no longer had the arrogance he once had as a royal guard. His humility also brought Hu Weiyong great pleasure.

Ling said that he would give Hu Weiyong the list of Jin Yiwei secret sentries hidden in the official residence of Yingtian Mansion, which meant that he had handed in the certificate of surrender.

Naturally, Hu Weiyong would not be stingy in showing him a clear path.

"Lord Ling, to be honest, even though you are an old man in Jinyiwei, you have dealt with many officials!
But your understanding is not as good as Mao Xiang!
The argument between you and him, what makes His Majesty angry is not that you are right or wrong, but that the Jin Yiwei itself should not have its own position..."

Like Zhang Yi, it was not difficult for Hu Weiyong to see through the emperor's mind. Under his guidance, Ling Shuo suddenly realized why he was punished by the emperor, but Mao Xiang was fine.

He was so ashamed that he cupped his fists and said:
"It turns out that I had my own way of taking death. If it hadn't been for the nonsense, I wouldn't have known where I was wrong?"

Seeing that he accepted it, Hu Weiyong nodded with satisfaction. He took a sip of tea and continued:

“So, since we know His Majesty’s pain point, we must prescribe the right medicine!

Although Your Majesty is a cold-hearted person, he is actually quite nice to you!

You were not implicated in the assassination in the third year of Hongwu's reign. Your Majesty is nostalgic for old friendship!

This time I chose to use the rod to punish you. Although I also meant to beat you to death, if Your Majesty really wanted to kill someone, I would just drag you out and kill you.

Even though they both have murderous intentions, these two attitudes are actually subtly different.

If it's the latter, you're naturally dead!
But in the case of the former, Your Majesty is leaving a glimmer of hope and leaving your life to God!
Now that you have survived, it means that you have withdrawn half of your foot from the gate of hell.

But if you don't do well, Your Majesty will definitely not let you go easily. "

Ling said he was convinced by Hu Weiyong's analysis.

"Hu Xiang, please give me a clear path. If I can survive, I will follow Hu Xiang in the future..."

He also understood that there was no turning back. From the moment he handed over the list to Hu Weiyong, if this matter was exposed, he would be executed.

Hu Weiyong once again confirmed his sincerity from Ling Shuo.

Caishi Shiran said:

"Actually, it's very simple. Master Ling lowers his posture..."

"That's it?"

Ling Shuo thought Hu Weiyong was talking about some clever plan, but it turned out to be so simple.

Hu Weiyong seemed to be smiling but not smiling:
"Master Ling, it looks simple, but it is very difficult to do!

The truth is that I want you to lower your posture, not to His Majesty, but to Mao Xiang..."

Ling said that his face immediately darkened. He could bow down to Zhu Yuanzhang, but he was unwilling to surrender to Mao Xiang.

What is Mao Xiang?
When he and Gao Jianxian were in charge of inspecting the school, that guy was just a nobody...

This kid just took advantage of Zhu Yuanzhang's change of the inspection school to Jinyiwei, and took the opportunity to please the emperor while they were busy with Jinyiwei.

Hu Weiyong didn't speak, just looked at Ling Shuo silently.

After Ling said he calmed down, he respectfully waited for Hu Weiyong's explanation.

"Since Your Majesty still has a trace of nostalgia, you must understand His Majesty's request!

The civil strife in Jinyiwei is something he will never allow to happen, so after you recover, it won't matter how long you kneel in the palace.

Go to Mao Xiang, kneel down, surrender, and tell His Majesty with your actions that you are not prepared to become the source of trouble within the Jin Yiwei. That is the most important thing...

Moreover, I also recommend that you give up part of Jin Yiwei’s authority..."

Hu Weiyong taught steadfastly:
"Don't feel wronged, saving your life is the most important thing!
And if you admit your mistake, Mao Xiang will be under greater pressure than you..."

Ling Shuo suddenly realized what he said, and he almost knelt down in excitement.

Just because of the wounds on his body, he gasped in pain.

Hu Weiyong waved his hand and said:

"We are all our own people, Master Ling doesn't have to be like this!"

Mao Xiang looked at the sky outside and the faint sound of the night watch.

He just woke up and realized that he had stayed here for too long.

"Hu Xiang, if I have the opportunity to listen to your teachings another day, I will go back and immediately follow your instructions to apologize to Mao Xiang..."

Hu Weiyong smiled and nodded, and when Ling said he was leaving, he said:
"wait!"

After he finished speaking, in front of Ling, he opened a secret compartment behind the summer vacation in the study!
Hu Weiyong took out the things from the secret compartment and put them in Ling Shuo's hand:
"Your body and bones are weak. Although you have recovered, you still have to buy something to replenish your health. Moreover, I know that your wife has exhausted all her family wealth in order to treat you!

It’s not easy for her either. If you offend someone on a daily basis, she will bear the burden with you!

There's no reason why she shouldn't have a better life. "

Ling said that he looked blankly at the gold in his hand. The weight coming from it was probably not more than a dozen taels.

A dozen taels of gold, placed on the black market, can be exchanged for more than 100 taels of silver.

Regarding Hu Weiyong's salary, although Zhu Yuanzhang mentioned it once.

But this amount of money is definitely not a small amount for Hu Weiyong.

Unless, this prime minister has another source of money.

In front of a Jin Yiwei, Hu Weiyong openly used his corrupt money to bribe himself.

Ling said he just had mixed feelings.

His face turned green and red. After hesitating for a while, he decisively put away the money.

At that moment, there was still a stern look in his eyes.

He couldn't help but feel angry when he thought about how he was in a high and powerful position but ended up seriously ill but couldn't even afford medical treatment.

What Zhu Yuanzhang could not give him, he finally got it from others.

"I cannot thank you enough for your kindness. I will remember Hu Xiang's kindness to me!"

Hu Xiang, let’s contact you later! "

Ling Shuo turned around and disappeared into the night.

After chatting all night, Hu Weiyong only felt tired.

It's just physical fatigue, but it can't hide the spiritual excitement.

His investment was correct. Jin Yiwei, the Jin Yiwei that he had the most trouble with, became his own help because of his investment.

"It's a big deal!"

Hu Weiyong's face was filled with a crazy smile.

……

"Ling said you bear the thorn to apologize?"

When Zhou Tong went to receive information from the reporter, he told Zhang Yi the news.

"He's fine. That's his fate..."

Zhang Yi hadn't paid attention to Ling Shuo's news for a long time. In other words, he, like others, had long believed that Ling Shuo would die.

But he also had to lament that everyone has his own destiny.

Those who say life should not be cut off must mean that life should not be cut off.

According to Zhou Tong, Ling said his condition had just improved, so he went to the Zhenfusi Yamen in the ice and snow to plead guilty to Mao Xiang in person.

His behavior caused a sensation for a while.

Zhou Tong sighed there, and Zhang Yi smiled:
"This Lord Ling seems to have enlightened himself!

What he did was not for Mao Xiang to see, but for the man in the palace!
So, how is he doing now? "

"What can Master Mao do? He has lowered his attitude so low, so naturally I have to forgive him on the surface!
Ling said that he was willing to give up this time to save his life!
As you, our Jin Yiwei, know, that’s all the power you have!

Among them, the most important authority is to arrest hundreds of officials and thoroughly investigate corruption.

In the past, Ling Shuo was in charge of this area. Although Master Mao came to power, he still controlled this area.

The Lord wanted to take back his authority, but his resistance led to the conflict between the two.

But this time, he voluntarily gave up this part of his power, which made the Lord feel embarrassed.

In other words, Your Majesty is also afraid that His Majesty will think that he is arbitrary, so he left some for him!
But even so, he still gave Master Mao a lot of benefits in exchange for Master Mao's forgiveness!

As for His Majesty...

It is said that after he entered the palace and knelt for an hour, His Majesty still remembered his old feelings and restored his position! "

"Smart man, are you getting advice from an expert?"

Zhang Yi has known Ling Shuo for ten years. Although he does not know this fellow Jin Yiwei, he also knows that this person is by no means a person with high political intelligence.

"I don't know, but it doesn't look like..."

"Perhaps, it's really enlightening!"

This incident was just an episode in Zhang Yi's life, and he didn't take it to heart.

The only thing he has to do now is to complete the national sacrifice.

This day will come soon.

First year,

The Ming Dynasty's Ministry of Rites and officials began to get busy.

Zhang Yi came to Chaotian Palace early to take a bath and change clothes.

He looked at the familiar place and decorated the familiar high platform.

Deng Zhongxiu stood beside him and said:
"Junior brother, speaking of Chaotian Palace's tradition of holding national sacrifices, it was back when you asked the emperor to pay homage to heroes and martyrs...

Now think about it, how many years have it been..."

Zhang Yi looked back and saw that Deng Zhongxiu, who was 16 years old at the time, was now growing a beard.

People in their 20s already have some air of Taoism and immortality.

"Yes, eighty-nine years have passed..."

There was also a look of nostalgia in Zhang Yi's eyes. It was on this high platform that Lao Zhang summoned the souls of the heroes and paid homage.

At that time, although Lao Zhang was awarded the title of Heavenly Master, he was still in high spirits because of the relationship with the King of Medicine.

And now, as the son of the Heavenly Master, he has to take over Lao Zhang's baton and hold a national sacrifice for the Ming Dynasty.

The auspicious time is approaching.

In Chaotian Palace, there were gradually more and more people.

In addition to officials from the Ministry of Rites, other officials began to arrive.

The emperor and the high officials in the court have not yet appeared.

But Zhou Tong, who was responsible for maintaining order, told Zhang Yi that they were already on their way.

Zhang Yi and Deng Zhongxiu stood waiting at the entrance of Chaotian Palace early. Not long after, the emperor's chariot came slowly.

"Congratulations, Your Majesty!"

Zhang Yi and others knelt down and saluted the emperor.

Zhu Yuanzhang took Prince Zhu Biao and got off the chariot.

"Zhang Aiqing, follow me..."

Zhu Yuanzhang walked past Zhang Yi and said.

Zhang Yi stood up and followed Zhu Yuanzhang.

The officials looked at him with complicated expressions.

Zhu Yuanzhang took action all the time to prove to others that Zhang Yisheng's family was in good health.

And smart people also realized that they only understood it after Lao Zhu announced Zhang Yi's achievements.

In the past, Zhu Yuanzhang's favor towards Zhang Changsheng probably came from Zhang Yi.

"There's no way to start!"

There is a certain distance between the officials and the emperor.

Wang Guangyang and Hu Weiyong were naturally at the forefront of officials.

Hu Weiyong listened to Wang Guangyang's emotion and said with a smile:
"Prime Minister Wang, this man has become a great man, he can be praised but not suppressed!"

Wang Guangyang heard this and looked at him sideways:
"So this means you don't object to the emperor's suggestion to make him a national advisor?"

Hu Weiyong nodded. Just before the national sacrifice, Zhu Yuanzhang told them about Zhang Yi's reward.

The position of a national prince, and the false name of a national teacher.

Lao Zhu chose the latter.

However, this incident aroused opposition from many people, the most intense of which was naturally Wang Guangyang.

Originally he thought Hu Weiyong would stand with him, but Hu Weiyong took the initiative to agree with Zhu Yuanzhang's approach.

This caught the civil servants, who were originally on the same page, off guard.

The emperor also followed the trend and settled the matter.

"It is better for the emperor to make him a national advisor than for your majesty to make him a prince!

His merits, whether they are military merits or contributions to the country, are more than enough to be crowned as a duke. Don't you think so, Prime Minister Wang? "

Wang Guangyang was slightly stunned, and then thought the same thing.

Zhang Yi's contribution is too much.

Whether it is the division of north and south rankings, imperial examination reform, and vaccination, they are all major events that changed the situation of the Ming Dynasty.

He has never been on the battlefield for a day, but he has also gained a lot of military glory by taking credit for forming the Xuanwu Army, going to sea during the Ming Dynasty, Xuanwu cannon and inventing firearms.

But the greatest contribution was the design to capture Wang Baobao. The Peking defense battle completely reversed the decline of Hongwu's second Northern Expedition in five years.

Anyone who excels in civil and martial arts can be granted the title of marquis.

But Zhang Yi's reforms are all inconsistent with the ideas of these people.It is better to give a duke with real power than to give a national preceptor with a false name.

It can only be said that Zhu Yuanzhang knows how to understand their mentality.

If Lao Zhu only mentioned the matter of Zhang Yifeng's imperial master, they would definitely oppose it.

But when the Duke and the Preceptor asked them to choose one, they naturally had no choice but to hold their noses and choose the Preceptor.

"Master of the Ming Dynasty..."

Hu Weiyong murmured to himself that a national master was actually no big deal.

There are many Taoists in history who will receive this honor.

Moreover, this honor is usually associated with the evil king and evil ways, and there are few positive comments.

Zhu Yuanzhang attached great importance to status, but still gave Zhang Yi this name. One can imagine his love for Zhang Yi.

"The emperor is a man who has a clear distinction between love and hate. He can lift you up very high, but he will be merciless when he knocks you down!

Wang Xiang, let’s take a step back and watch!
The fire is cooking the oil, and the truth has already seen the end of this person! "

Wang Guangyang was reluctant, but he could only nod silently.

"here we go……"

The emperor and Zhang Yi had already walked down the stage.

All officials are in place.

Everyone's eyes fell on Zhang Yi.

The teenage boys no longer wore the green Taoist robes they once wore, but instead wore purple robes that symbolized real people.

Zhang Yi walked up to the high platform alone with a solemn expression.

On the high platform, a Dharma altar has long been set up.

He recalled the rituals taught to him by Deng Zhongxiu, and prayed to heaven in a decent manner.

Zhang Yi picked up the mahogany sword on the table, stepped on the Seven Star Steps, and began to dance with the sword.

His martial arts skills are much better than those of Lao Zhang, and his sword skills are also very attractive.

The part about his performance ended successfully. Zhang Yi bowed to the emperor and invited him to appear.

Zhu Yuanzhang stepped onto the high platform step by step.

He also began to pray.

Finally, as Lao Zhu denounced the persecution of coastal people by Japanese pirates, the atmosphere became very solemn.

This national sacrifice was watched by people from afar. Everyone couldn't help but wipe their tears while listening to the emperor's memorial speech.

Near Nanjing City, there are a large number of people who migrated from the coastal areas.

They have a deep understanding of these difficult days.

As the emperor read, he changed the subject. The Ming Dynasty's cavalry and warships went to sea to enhance the prestige of our country and avenge the people!

The emotions of the people, following Zhu Yuanzhang's context, became passionate.

An emperor and court who were willing to fight for the people gave them a great sense of belonging.

"Ming dynasty!"

"Ming dynasty!"

"Ming dynasty!"

I don’t know who shouted it again in the crowd, and the people spontaneously shouted the slogan of Ming Dynasty.

Lao Zhu was now standing on the high platform, enjoying the calls of the people.

Strictly speaking, this kind of behavior is inconsistent with etiquette.

However, it is of great benefit to win over the people, and Lao Zhu believes that the next day, the Sun and Moon Times will sell the newspaper to most places in the Ming Dynasty with front-page headlines.

Today's events will once again consolidate Zhu Yuanzhang's status and unite the people's hearts as citizens of the Ming Dynasty.

When it came to manipulating public opinion, Zhu Yuanzhang, who had studied with Zhang Yi for many years, also figured out his own set of methods.

When the atmosphere reached its climax, Prince Zhu Xi came over with Prince Xiao and Yuan Huan.

The Japanese king had long been trembling with fear from this grand scene.

The national prestige of the Celestial Kingdom is far beyond that of a small foreign country like Japan.

If Zhu Ming hadn't supported Yuan Rong, he might have been scared to death...

Step by step, Zhu Xi walked onto the high platform with a pale complexion.

Yuan Rong was trembling, and when he was almost there, he knelt down in front of Zhu Yuanzhang.

For a moment, the people of the Ming Dynasty who knew his identity cheered again.

The emperor looked at Yuan Rong with cold eyes. Yuan Rong trembled and knelt down three times and nine times in front of the people on the high platform who represented the people of the Ming Dynasty.

"In the name of the King of Japan...apology...confession...please...forgive..."

Yuan Rong apologized tremblingly in his bird-like version of Chinese.

Being able to speak these few sentences in Chinese is already the result of his bad luck these days.

choke!
Zhang Yi suddenly pulled out a dagger, and he didn't know where he took it from.

This plot that was not in the script frightened Yuan Rong out of his wits.

"Kill him, kill him..."

The emotions of the people of the Ming Dynasty are sincere and simple, so simple that it makes people feel chilling.

Yuan Rong was so scared that he didn't know how to act out the following plot.

Zhu Xi kicked his butt with his foot...

He reacted immediately.

"We... Da Qin... descendants of Xu Fu... a family...

dad……"

Yuan Rong suddenly burst into tears at Zhu Yuanzhang.

He recognized his father on the spot and shocked everyone.

Zhu Yuanzhang glanced at Zhang Yi, this kid knows how to play.

They had already decided on Ming's strategy towards Japan.

It is to gain legitimacy in the name of Emperor Yuanyong.

And how to gain legitimacy?
The first is to let the emperor denounce those daimyo. He is basically equal to the name of daimyo in Japan. With the support of the Ming army, he should be able to successfully win Japan.

Japan must submit to the imperial court!
However, it was basically the Ming Dynasty that had the final say on how to declare one's vassal status.

Zhang Yi had a very detailed sausage-cutting plan for this matter. Anyway, it was to slowly transition to Zhu Xi becoming king.

But in this process, there is absolutely no part of Yuan Rong's self-identification as a descendant of the Han people.

Probably no one thought about it at first.

In fact, when the Ming Dynasty went to war, Lao Zhu also emphasized it, but he did not expect Yuan Rong to shout it on the altar on the spot.

Recognize Ming Dynasty as your father!
This is great!

As long as Yuan Rong does this, Ming Dynasty will naturally have an excuse to interfere with Japan legally. This is good!

"Father, since he said so..."

Zhu Biao remained silent. When the ceremony was unexpectedly harmonious, Zhu Biao stood up and interceded for him.

"My son heard a story from an ancient book. In order to seek the elixir of death, the First Emperor sent Xu Fu to sea with three thousand boys and girls. These boys and girls later lived in Japan..."

What Zhu Biao said is a legend.

But this legend just confirms Yuan Rong's rhetoric.

Japan is the descendant of the remnants of the pre-Qin Dynasty, isn't that a branch of the Chinese people?
Yuan Rong heard Zhu Biao say that although he didn't understand it very well, he knew the key words such as Qin and descendants.

He nodded desperately and was very cooperative.

Zhu Biao deliberately spoke in a loud voice, so that people in the distance could hear some of it.

People like to listen to gossip most, and this story also satisfies the people's psychological needs of curiosity and pride.

Zhu Biao continued:
"Yuanrong is the king of Japan, but his government has been controlled by his subordinates for a long time. The king is not the emperor, and the ministers are not the subordinates!

And most of the people who allowed the Japanese pirates to cause trouble in these years were the king's daimyo!
Since the responsibility does not lie with the king, then his crime will not lead to death!
The son-in-law believes that his father should serve as a soldier to help the king control Japan..."

From the beginning to avenge the people, to now it is natural to use the emperor as an excuse to attack Japan reasonably.

Zhu Biao's words not only took care of Lao Zhu's interests, but were also acceptable to all officials.

In fact, the so-called reason is just a fig leaf.

But since the private parts can be covered, everyone is happy.

After hearing this, Lao Zhu thought for a while and asked Yuan Rong for his opinion.

Yuan Rong said "Dad" and recognized Lao Zhu as his father.

Zhu Yuanzhang went with the flow and adopted him as his adopted son, and then confirmed his reputation as a filial prince.

The name of the Emperor has completely become history at this moment.

The emperor decided on the spot that the Ming army would help Prince Xiao seize power.

After Zhang Yi finished his part of this comedy, he stayed back and silently enjoyed it.

He provided an idea, but whether it was Zhu Yuanzhang, Zhu Biao or Zhu Chong, they all completed it very well.

Exchanges between countries will still follow a certain degree of rules.

The Ming Dynasty obtained the legal requirement to enter Japan, which was better than blindly genocide.

It's not a bad idea to think about genocide only following the whim of the moment, and applying the tactics of the XX Co-Prosperity Circle to themselves.

There is another reason for doing this, that is, Japan is a model.

This set can also be used elsewhere!
The emperor surrendered harmoniously.Another orgasm.

At the end of the national sacrifice, it is time to discuss merits and give rewards.

Zhu Yuanzhang issued an imperial edict, and Mu Ying, Ping An, Chang Yuchun and others who were far away in Japan were naturally rewarded.

And Zhu Xi also got what he wanted. Legally, he became a prince resident in Japan.

Zhu Feng, the King of Qin, finally set foot on the overseas fairyland. Although he could not live forever, he also gained a freedom that other princes did not have.

When Zhu Feng listened, Zhang Yi could see that his shoulders were shaking.

It's a joyful feeling to finally realize something you've been working hard for yourself.

And what about yourself?

Can your dream come true?

Just when Zhang Yi was wandering in the sky, he vaguely heard the eunuch shouting:

"The real person Zhang Yi listens to the decree..."

Zhang Yi quickly knelt down and fell to the ground.

The eunuch's voice circled in his ears:

"It is said that the emperor is destined to inherit the emperor's system. He has a son who is different and possesses both virtue and conduct..."

After some standard praise, the award of national master finally fell on Zhang Yi.

16 years old, Imperial Master of the Ming Dynasty!

When the emperor announced it, it also caused quite a stir.

In history, it is not that no Taoist priests were named national preceptors, but the reputations of these Taoist priests were generally not very good.

Either he makes lies to confuse the public, or he spends all his time doing what he likes, making elixirs for the emperor.

When Zhang Yi was named a national master, everyone thought so too.

It’s just that they appreciate it carefully.

However, it was discovered that the content of the emperor's praise of the Taoist priest basically had nothing to do with religion.

He is real.Relying on the merits of Sheji, he sat in the position of national master...

"The National Master is fake, but the Tsing Yi Prime Minister is real!"

Unlike the waves of climax among the common people, no one in the phalanx of civilian officials was happy.

Zhang Yili's achievements have hurt them all.

In particular, Hu Weiyong's words about "prime minister in blue" made many people feel uncomfortable.

"It is not a blessing for the country that a king who does not practice holy knowledge but flatters Taoist priests!"

A censor couldn't help it and was heartbroken.

His words spoke to everyone's feelings, and a sense of powerlessness called despair spread around them.

Hu Weiyong smiled. The more desperate these people were, the happier they seemed to be for him.

On the high platform, the last reward given by the emperor to Zhang Yi also fell.

Marriage granted to the princess of the former dynasty...

The romantic affair between Zhenren Zhang and the princess of the previous dynasty seemed to have come to an end because of this marriage.

A Taoist priest married three wives?

This……

What do many officials want to say?
But their attitude is destined to be nothing but incompetence and rage.

For the first time, they discovered that the cheers of the people completely overwhelmed their anger.

Amid thunderous cheers, Zhu Yuanzhang helped Zhang Yi up.

There was still a hint of smile in his eyes:
“Longhu Mountain lost a Heavenly Master, but gained an additional National Master!
Zhang Aiqing, do you think this is a profit or a loss? "

Zhang Yi didn't expect that Zhu Yuanzhang would show off in such a serious occasion?
He was helpless and said:
"His Majesty……"

Before he finished speaking, Zhu Yuanzhang patted Zhang Yi's shoulder meaningfully:

"What happened here, you should go back to Longhu Mountain and take a look..."

Hearing this, Zhang Yi remembered a letter he had sent a while ago,

The joy on his face turned into a look of worry. (End of chapter)