Returning to the Ming Dynasty as a Corrupt Emperor

Transmigrated to the Great Ming Dynasty, I became Emperor Zhu Youxiao, the Carpenter Emperor. Well then, I'll hide behind the scenes; I'll take the blame, and you all go die.

Chapter 479: Foreigner Census (Additional Update by Dragon Star)

However, the news soon spread. After all, the matter was so serious that it was impossible to conceal such news.

After receiving the news, Han Yu's face showed a thoughtful expression, and an idea came to his mind.

At this time, Huang Kezun walked up to Han Yu and asked directly: "Should we do something?"

"Don't move for now." Han Yu shook his head and said, "Wait a moment and see how things develop. We don't know where things will go now, so it's best for us to do nothing."

In Han Yu's heart, he knew very well that His Majesty valued Xu Guangqi. If Xu Guangqi had committed suicide, there would be no way, Han Yu would definitely step on him; but if Xu Guangqi had not committed suicide, there would be no way, and His Majesty would definitely protect them.

"This matter was instigated by Wei Zhongxian. Perhaps there will be a turning point." Huang Kezun narrowed his eyes and said, "That old eunuch is not so easy to deal with. Perhaps he has set his sights on Xu Guangqi and others this time."

"That will require Xu Guangqi and the others to respond," Han Yu sighed and said, "The most important thing is His Majesty's attitude. We can't act recklessly."

Huang Kezun nodded and said, "You have a point. I will tell my men not to act rashly. We will take action when the time is right."

Without saying anything else, Han Yu simply nodded.

Xu Guangqi naturally didn't know about Han Yu and the other's conspiracy. At this time, he couldn't care less about Han Yu and the other.

He is now very worried about Jin Ni Ge and Guo Jingju. It may not be so easy for them to enter the palace.

If this matter was not instigated by Wei Zhongxian, it would be better; now that Wei Zhongxian is instigating it, it will be difficult to handle.

Xu Guangqi rushed to the palace gate and waited. If anything really happened, he would report it to His Majesty immediately and try to persuade His Majesty as soon as possible.

Soon Guo Jingju and Jin Ni Ge were brought into the palace.

Zhu Youxiao also met Guo Jingju and the other person.

The two foreigners were probably white, but Zhu Youxiao had no idea where in Europe they were from.

After looking Guo Jingju and the other man up and down, Zhu Youxiao said nothing, but just looked at the two of them quietly.

When Guo Jingju and the other man saw Zhu Youxiao, they bowed respectfully and said, "Greetings to His Majesty the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty."

"No need to be polite." Zhu Youxiao looked at Guo Jingju and the other man and said with a smile, "Actually, I've always wanted to see you, but I just haven't had the time. You should also know that although I rule this country, there are always some people who are causing trouble. I just fought a war recently, and fortunately, I won."

When Guo Jingju and the others saw that Zhu Youxiao's tone was gentle and his words were kind, they finally felt relieved.

It would be great if the young emperor of the Ming Dynasty could give strong support to their careers.

After a few simple polite words, Zhu Youxiao turned the matter to the main topic.

After glancing at Guo Jingju and the other man, Zhu Youxiao said directly, "I already know about what happened to you two. But I didn't want to see you for this reason. I have something to ask you. Do you know Wang Zheng?"

In fact, Wang Zheng was also a talented person. He was over fifty years old and had taken the imperial examination ten times before he passed. He was also proficient in both Chinese and Western culture.

Zhu Youxiao could use Wang Zheng to do one thing, and he had already thought of the official position.

However, Wang Zheng was not yet useful to Zhu Youxiao. There was something that needed to be resolved, and if it couldn't be resolved, this person would be useless.

After hearing this, Ginnige hurriedly said, "Your Majesty, we know Wang Zheng. He is a very devout believer. We have had many pleasant conversations with him since we met him."

Zhu Youxiao nodded gently and said with a smile, "It's good that you two know each other. However, I seem to have heard that your communication didn't seem very pleasant."

Guo Jingju knew more about the Ming Dynasty than Gini Ge.

Although the Ming emperor wore a brilliant smile, Guo Jingju had seen this smile on Ming officials more than once, which proved one thing: it was a hypocritical smile. What these Ming people said was completely different from what they actually did.

In this situation, you can't talk nonsense anymore.

So Guo Jingju pulled Jinnige and asked, "I wonder what your majesty is talking about?"

"The Ming Dynasty ruled the world with filial piety. I believe that after being here for so long, you should understand the meaning of this statement. There are three types of unfilial behavior, and the worst is to have no descendants. Wang Zheng has no sons, which is a very serious matter in the Ming Dynasty. And taking concubines is a custom and a rule in the Ming Dynasty."

When Zhu Youxiao said this, his expression had become serious.

He looked at Ginni and said directly, "He seems to have violated your teachings in this matter. He has been very distressed recently and has sought forgiveness from many priests. But it seems that he has not been forgiven."

The truth was even more serious than what Zhu Youxiao said, because after Wang Zheng's parents died, Wang Zheng had thought about divorcing his concubine and even tried to marry her off.

It was only because Wang Zheng's concubine threatened to commit suicide that Wang Zheng failed. However, Wang Zheng also cut ties with his concubine and allowed her to stay at home, but not as a concubine.

Zhu Youxiao would never allow such a thing.

It is possible to change customs and habits, but it is definitely not the time to do so, and it cannot be initiated by missionaries like these. Instead, the Ming Dynasty must take the initiative to initiate the change.

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