Take a plane to the Ming Dynasty

Chapter 440 The Imperial Palace
"Yes!"

The eunuch took the order, and immediately found the tools to cut the tree, and several people went to the crooked neck tree together, and chopped it hard.

Zhu Changyuan looked at the officials, and then at Wang Zhixin who was in the first row of the officials.

Wang Zhixin was almost scared to pee when Zhu Changyuan looked at him so plainly.

Before Emperor Chongzhen deceived Zhu Changyuan from Liaodong to the capital, and locked him in a cage, all the affairs during this period were arranged by this great eunuch.

Although he didn't personally use any means of persecution against Zhu Changyuan, he still knew when his subordinates embarrassed or even insulted Zhu Changyuan.

Knowing but not stopping, a great crime.

Especially now that Zhu Changyuan's status has risen, even approaching the rank of ninety-five.

Wang Zhixin was dripping with cold sweat, and the ministers behind were also feeling uncomfortable!
Those who have had political differences with Zhu Changyuan are not counted. There are several people who personally suppressed him back then, such as Jiang Fengyuan, Xue Guoguan and others.

Others came to greet Zhu Changyuan either to seek credit or for their own future glory and wealth, but Wang Zhixin, Jiang Fengyuan, and Xue Guoguan were not among them. The reason why they greeted Zhu Changyuan was nothing more than to show their attitude and pray for Zhu Changyuan's mercy and forgiveness.

"Who lives in the palace now?" Zhu Changyuan looked at Wang Zhixin and asked.

Wang Zhixin didn't dare to neglect, he knelt down to salute Zhu Changyuan according to the emperor's rites, and then said: "Returning to the prince, since the first emperor left, the thief leader Li Chuang lived in the palace for a few days, and then Dorgon reconciled, reconciled... The emperor of the Qing Dynasty lived in the palace for a while, and now no one lives there except for a few old concubines from the previous dynasty!"

Zhu Changyuan nodded, and didn't let Wang Zhixin get up immediately, but watched the eunuchs cut down the trees for a few seconds, then suddenly turned around and said to the officials: "The Ming Dynasty was destroyed, the first emperor was martyred, and I am a descendant of Emperor Taizu. The emperor's blood, I hope to live in the imperial city temporarily, take in the ancestors' flesh and blood relatives, and want to rebuild the Ming Dynasty, I don't know if it is possible!"

Although it was a question, Zhu Changyuan didn't mean to ask back, it was a gesture of order.

This also showed his determination and ambition to the ministers, saving them from guessing.

I just want to be the emperor, and I want to be called the Ninth Five-Year King in this Forbidden City. If you want to be rich and prosperous, come and kneel and lick it. Although the food looks a little ugly, what does that matter!
When King Xiang saw the chariots and horses of Qin Shihuang back then, he said: "It will be replaced!" Han Taizu Liu Bang also sighed heavily: "A man should be like this!"

After hearing Zhu Changyuan's words, Baiguan was obviously taken aback for a moment, and then, a wise person understood.

"The prince is of the blood of the Ming Dynasty, so it is only right to rebuild the Ming Dynasty!" Xue Guoguan was the first to kneel down, and said solemnly, bowing his hands to Zhu Changyuan.

Seeing Xue Guoguan like this, the rest of the people cursed him for being shameless, but they couldn't help but admire the quick response of this guy.With such a lick, I will always have a three-point affection with Zhu Changyuan in the future!

"Master Xue's words are very true!" Wei Zaode also knelt down on the ground, kowtowed desperately, and then said: "My subjects think that King Yanming should go further and take more responsibilities to protect Daming from wind and rain."

"Master Wei is right!" Jiang Fengyuan knelt down: "I have the courage to invite King Yanming to take the ninth and fifth position!"

Others said it was very cryptic, this guy was good, he didn't want to be ashamed, he directly and decisively abandoned the old master and immediately started to curry favor with the new master.

Zhu Changyuan took a look, except for Xue Guoguan, Wei Zaode and Jiang Fengyuan, no one came out to persuade him to come in.

Zhu Changyuan smiled and said: "Although I am a descendant of Emperor Chengzu, I have no extraordinary achievements in Sheji. All the kings and uncles are there. How can I be greedy for the big position?"

"Yanming Wang Shengming!" As soon as Zhu Changyuan finished speaking, someone jumped out immediately.

Zhu Changyuan looked up and smiled wryly in his heart. It turned out to be Shang Zhou Zuo, the former censor of the left capital.

This guy was dismissed by Emperor Chongzhen many times because he was too upright. He was as clean as ice, and he didn't make money from the people. He was a model of an upright minister.

Moreover, this Shang Zhouzuo had spoken out many times in the past, saying good things about himself in front of Chongzhen. Although these words were just to argue for reasons and not to protect Zhu Changyuan in his heart, they also made Zhu Changyuan grateful for a long time.

"What advice does Master Shang have?" Zhu Changyuan looked at Shang Zhouzuo sincerely.

Shang Zhouzuo did not bow down, but bowed his hands to Zhu Changyuan, and said: "I believe that King Yanming has made great contributions to the country and society. Now that Ming Dynasty is dead, the only one who can command the world is the prince."

"However, is the prince considering restoring the defense of the capital first, stabilizing the hearts of the people in the world, and then discussing the rest!"

Zhu Changyuan nodded deeply, this is the words of the old man seeking the country, far more frank than those who flattered him and immediately persuaded him to come in.

"That's right, the widow is thinking the same way!" Zhu Changyuan said to the three kneeling on the ground: "All three adults, please get up too. Now that the defense of the capital is empty and people's hearts are unstable, it is time for you to work together."

"Xue Guoguan!" Zhu Changyuan ordered directly: "You are the chief assistant of the former cabinet, and now the most urgent task is to lead all the officials, and let them perform their duties, don't take it for granted!"

"Yes!" Xue Guoguan happily kowtowed to thank him, as if it was a great gift to the king.

Zhu Changyuan pretended not to see, turned his gaze to Jiang Fengyuan, and said, "Master Jiang!"

Jiang Fengyuan trembled uncontrollably, then knelt down again, and said to Zhu Changyuan: "King Yanming, please give me instructions!"

"I heard that after the late emperor passed away, people from Changping opened the tomb of the noble concubine Tian and buried her. There is a slight discrepancy in the etiquette. You are the minister of the Ministry of Rites and in charge of the country's important weapon. I should think about re-selecting the mausoleum for the late emperor, relocating and other matters!"

Thinking of how tragic Chongzhen's death was, and what Zhu Changyuan said, many ministers couldn't help but burst into tears.Maybe they usually intrigue, maybe they are corrupt.But the king is like a father, and Chongzhen was bullied so much, they felt ashamed, degraded in character, sad in love, and it was only natural to shed tears.

Zhu Changyuan did this, and every minister in front of him felt comforted in his heart.

"Yes, I honor King Yanming's will!" Jiang Fengyuan stood up, took a few steps back,

Others may be feeling grateful to Zhu Changyuan, but Jiang Fengyuan has heard other meanings from Zhu Changyuan's words, and has other plans, and he is more confident about his official career.

First organize the funeral of the first emperor, and then arrange the enthronement ceremony of the new emperor beautifully, so that you don't have to worry about your political future.

Jiang Fengyuan felt that he had a chance to perform better than anyone else present.

"Master Wei!" Zhu Changyuan's most shameless person is this Wei Zaode, this guy is really, alas, his moral character is beyond words.

However, even if you want to clear these scum, it will not be now, but after the overall situation is stabilized.

"The minister is here!" Wei Zaode bowed his head and bowed.

"After the death of the first emperor, most of the officials followed the dead. You are a cabinet minister. You should join Mr. Xue in selecting talents and appointments. Hang yourself and ask the orphans. Don't let those loyal ministers feel cold!"

Zhu Changyuan didn't accuse the ministers at the scene of being disloyal or filial, he was just discussing the facts.

Moreover, he also believed that Emperor Chongzhen did not do well in this matter.

Li Zicheng has hit the capital, isn't it over for you to move south, knowing that it is exhausting, but is it necessary to continue to die?Even if he didn't move south, how many people were killed after leaving a last word of "all the ministers misunderstood me" after death?
It can be said that most of the Jiashen national disasters in the history books of later generations were killed by Chongzhen's words!

"Sir, I would like to obey King Yanming's will!" Wei Zaode retreated after receiving the order.

Zhu Changyuan waved his hand and said: "You all step down, perform your duties, and resonate with Ming Dynasty!"

"Yes, I will leave!" Zhu Qing cupped his hands, and retreated one by one.

Zhu Changyuan only left Wang Zhixin behind, and said: "I am not familiar with the palace, Mr. Wang should stay and accompany me for a walk."

The officials left, but Zhu Changyuan was not going to leave, he was going to live in the palace tonight.

"Yes!" Wang Zhixin felt uneasy. A few months ago, the other party was still a prisoner in his hands. He was almost given to death by Emperor Chongzhen's imperial wine. Now standing in front of him, he is still the master of this empire. This made Wang Zhixin feel uneasy.

Wang Zhixin still doesn't know how Zhu Changyuan escaped from that cage, and how did the civet cat replace the prince with all the things in it?
"My lord, please follow me!" Wang Zhixin led Zhu Changyuan again and again, and began to spread knowledge to him one after another: "The south of Jingshan Mountain is the inner court. In the past, emperors, empresses and concubines lived here. Sometimes the emperor can Working in the inner court."

"The inner court is centered on Qianqing Palace, Jiaotai Palace, and Kunning Palace. There are six palaces in the east and west. It is the place where the emperor and concubines live, and it is also the place where princes and princesses live."

"Qian is yang, and Kun is yin, so the emperor's bedroom is in Qianqing Palace, and the queen's bedroom is in Kunning Palace. Of course, sometimes the queen also lives in Jiaotai Palace, there are so many!"

Wang Zhixin led Zhu Changyuan all the way forward. There were very few eunuchs and maids in the palace. It should be because they were killed or fled after the capital was destroyed.

"These palaces are empty now!" Zhu Changyuan asked.

"Yes, my lord!" Wang Zhixin stood at the gate of Qianqing Palace, pointed to Dongfang, and said, "A few concubines are still living inside, and the officials will send food from time to time. many!"

It has only been a little over a month since the capital was captured by Li Zicheng. Compared with the former prosperity and the current desertedness, Wang Zhixin really felt uncomfortable and felt an indescribable sadness.

"The inner court is in front, which is the platform, and it is also the place where the emperor summoned his ministers. The outer hall is beyond the platform. From south to north, the outer hall is Huangji Hall, Zhongji Hall and Jianji Hall. Huangji Hall It is the place where the emperor held grand ceremonies. The Zhongji Hall is generally used for rehearsals and rest before the ceremony. As for the Jianji Hall, it is where the emperor entertains the vassal princes every year, enjoys the world, canonize the queen, the crown prince, or accept the officials. Congratulations."

Hearing this, Zhu Changyuan smiled slightly, looked at the huge palace complex, and said: "Speaking of which, there is no room for widows in this palace!"

(End of this chapter)