My father Zhu Gaoxu

Chapter 585 The desperate Li Shimian

Zhu Zhanji went to Nanjing, and all government affairs in the DPRK could not be left to the cabinet, so Zhu Gaochi finally became more diligent and went to court every once in a while to convene ministers to discuss some government affairs.

Zhu Zhanhe also often attended morning court during this period. After all, it was a troubled time recently, and the movements in the court were the most sensitive, so he had to have first-hand information, and the court was a good place to collect intelligence.

At court that morning, Zhu Gaochi listened to the ministers report on some domestic government affairs, and then discussed with several ministers the specific arrangements for returning to Nanjing this year.

Now Zhu Gaochi has asked people to build a batch of large boats that can travel on inland rivers, specifically for his return to Nanjing.

Zhu Zhanhe had heard these things many times, and when he was feeling bored, he suddenly saw one of the ministers stand up and say: "Your Majesty, I have a book to read!"

The man who came forward was named Li Shimian. He was a minister of the Imperial Academy and had participated in the compilation of "Yongle Dadian". This man was most famous for his bad temper. He once wrote a letter against Zhu Di's move to the capital. Zhu Di was so angry that he sent his memorial to him. Ben threw it to the ground, but then picked it up, read it, and then threw him into prison for a year.

"Oh? What does Mr. Li have to report?"

Zhu Gaochi was a little surprised to see Li Shimian standing up, so he asked curiously.

He still had a good impression of Li Shimian, because although Li Shimian had a bad temper, he was very talented. When Zhu Gaochi was the crown prince, he had summoned Li Shimian to give lectures to him many times. Even Zhu Gaochi planned to give lectures to him. Next, we need to reuse Li Shimian.

"Your Majesty has been on the throne for more than half a year, and I have to say something!"

Li Shimian stepped forward and said loudly with a serious face.

"Firstly, the late emperor passed away, and the world is mourning. As a son of a human being, His Majesty should not be close to the concubines during the period of mourning and mourning; secondly, Your Majesty is weak and sick, and he just suffered a serious illness a few years ago. As the crown prince, the Crown Prince should not stay away from His Majesty; secondly, His Majesty is weak and sick. [-]. King Zhao has no military skills, yet His Majesty puts thousands of soldiers into his hands. It is simply childish; fourth..."

As soon as Li Shimian's words came out, he immediately caused an uproar in the court, especially his first statement, which directly pointed out that Zhu Gaochi was obsessed with women in the harem during his mourning period. This was like taking off Zhu Gaochi's underwear to show the public.

Therefore, all the ministers in the court were stunned. No one expected that Li Shimian would be so desperate.

Zhu Zhanhe also had a look of shock. He had only heard about the minister's death remonstrance before, but he didn't expect to see it with his own eyes today. Li Shimian was just stabbing Zhu Gaochi in the heart. Isn't this asking for death?
Zhu Gaochi, who was sitting on the dragon chair, was livid with anger at this time. Before Li Shimian could finish reading his memorial, Zhu Gaochi interrupted him sharply: "Shut up!"

"Your Majesty, these are my words from the bottom of my heart. There are several more to come. I hope you can listen to what I have to say!"

Unexpectedly, Li Shimian remained calm and insisted on finishing his suggestion.

However, Zhu Gaochi was already furious. He immediately slapped the armrest of the dragon chair and roared: "Come here, beat him out!"

The main hall is guarded by golden melon warriors. The so-called golden melon warriors are actually warriors holding sledgehammers. Because the sledgehammer is shaped like a golden melon, they are called golden melon warriors.

I saw several warriors coming forward immediately. At first they just dragged Li Shimian, but unexpectedly, Li Shimian not only refused to retreat, but still yelled at him loudly. Finally, Zhu Gaochi became angry and shouted: "Hit me! Hit me hard!"

This time the golden melon warrior was no longer merciless. One man raised the golden melon in his hand and hit Li Shimian hard on the chest.

As a result, Li Shimian vomited blood on the spot after the blow. After all, the pumpkin is actually a big spherical hammer. It can smash even stones, let alone people. Li Shimian will probably die even if he survives this blow. Broke some ribs.Then several warriors dragged Li Shimian out who was vomiting blood, but Zhu Gaochi still yelled angrily: "It's contrary! It's simply contrary. Li Shimian is thrown into prison and no one is allowed to visit!"

Then Zhu Gaochi cursed again and lost his temper for a long time. All the civil and military officials below were as silent as a cicada. Even veterans such as Xia Yuanji and Jian Yi did not dare to speak out to persuade him.

As for Zhu Zhanhe, he stood aside obediently. He couldn't say anything about it. After all, Li Shimian was too courageous and specialized in exposing Zhu Gaochi's shortcomings. Even Zhu Zhanhe didn't dare to say those words. , at most he was complaining to others in private, but Li Shimian actually raised it in front of Zhu Gaochi. He was really desperate.

Finally, Zhu Gaochi angrily announced his withdrawal from the court, and then left with the support of the eunuch.

Until then, the civil and military officials below finally breathed a sigh of relief. Then you looked at me, I looked at you, but no one spoke, and then left the morning court one by one.

Zhu Zhanhe walked in front, thinking about what just happened. He admired Li Shimian's courage. The Ming Dynasty needed officials like him who were strong-willed, but at the same time he felt that Li Shimian was making unnecessary sacrifices. Because his petition could not have any effect except irritating Zhu Gaochi. Even the ministers in the court did not dare to respond.

"Sir!"

Unexpectedly, at this moment, there was a rush of footsteps behind him, and then he saw Xia Yuanji catching up with him panting. He was older, and his legs and feet were definitely not as good as that of a young man like Zhu Zhanhe, so he fell behind.

"Xia Shangshu, you didn't receive any news about Li Shitong's letter in advance?"

Zhu Zhanhe looked at Xia Yuanji and asked.

"Where do I know?"

Xia Yuanji looked aggrieved and then continued.

"However, although Li Shimian is reckless, he is also loyal. This time he has angered His Majesty, and I am afraid that his life will be at risk, so we cannot ignore this matter. Is there any way for the prince to save his life?"

"It's difficult. Even if the uncle doesn't execute him, the blow just now will probably kill most of his life. In addition, he is now imprisoned in the imperial prison and has no one to treat him. It is even more likely that he will die."

Zhu Zhanhe sighed and shook his head.

Li Shimian was hit just now. When he was dragged down, he kept vomiting blood from his mouth. He must have suffered internal injuries. Coupled with the harsh conditions in the prison, it would be difficult for a healthy person to survive. What's more, Not to mention a dying man.

"Your Majesty, you have a lot of people in the prison. Can you help find someone to treat him? After all, he is a loyal minister. He can't die in a prison for no reason like this, right?"

Xia Yuanji still couldn't bear it, so he asked Zhu Zhanhe for help.

"Okay, I'll try my best to think of a way, but you'd better go to the uncle and ask for mercy and release Li Shimian as soon as possible. Otherwise, he will definitely not survive if he stays in prison."

Zhu Zhanhe finally agreed.

(End of this chapter)