Chapter 472 Chang Qiu Luan 15
The clear decree for the Prince of Qin and the Prince of Jin to ascend to the fiefdom had already been issued, but the order regarding the Prince of Yan remained obscure. The Secretariat submitted several memorials, and the Emperor kept them all.
Zhu Biao took Zhu Di on an inspection tour from Fengyang to Beiping, and returned to the capital three months later.
Such abnormal behavior should have attracted the attention of many people, but in fact, few people in Beijing are willing to care about such trivial matters.
It was because not long ago, rumors spread from the palace that the emperor was going to lift the ban on sea trade. Anyone with a little knowledge of this matter knew the huge profits of shipping. In addition, gold mines had been unearthed on the Japanese islands, which had always been looked down upon by the Central Plains. With so many overseas countries, even if they discovered a single such...
hiss--!
This is simply impossible not to be moved!
Of course, there were many who were excited, but even more who were terrified. Some agreed, some opposed. In short, around this major event, even if the emperor hadn't spoken out yet, everyone had discussed it privately countless times.
Such a big news that seemed sudden to others fell on everyone's heart. Even Hu Weiyong couldn't help but feel upset, not to mention the people below.
"Father is dangling a piece of fat meat in front of others but not allowing them to touch it, deliberately making them anxious."
Zhu Biao flipped through the memorials in his hand, thinking of the strange, oppressive, and heated atmosphere in the court recently. He felt both angry and amused. "After all, it's still the interests that move people. I think it's not just the Huaixi nobles who are worried this time. I'm afraid many officials are also worried."
"Judging by deeds, not hearts, no one is perfect. It doesn't matter if they have a momentary impulse, as long as they can control themselves, it's fine. Isn't the emperor also using this to screen the civil and military officials in the court so that he can place the newly trained young people in the fold?"
Yes, it was Zhu Yuanzhang who deliberately leaked the news that the country would open up sea transportation. The emperor already knew which of the Huaixi nobles should be dealt with.
This time, we took advantage of the sea transportation, firstly, to catch those people ready-made, and then kill those who should be killed and chop those who should be chopped; secondly, to see if there are any fish that have escaped the net in the court and the local areas, and then skin those who should be skinned and stuffed with straw those who should be stuffed with straw; thirdly, to take the opportunity to bring up the renamed Jinyiwei; fourthly, after years of hard work, our fresh, clean-born students from all over the country are already hungry for food.
Get rid of all the old ones. My new Ming Dynasty should be worthy of young people in their prime!
Of course, those respected and dedicated predecessors are definitely not included in the list.
As for which ones are Lao Deng and which ones are good predecessors?
Thump thump thump——!
Look what this is!!
Zhu Di, the fourth son of the Ming Emperor, His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan, and the Commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard, who was carefully selected by Zhu Chongba and Zhu Biao, makes a brilliant appearance.
As the saying goes, one step slow means all steps slow. By the time the Jinyiwei started arresting people everywhere, anyone who wanted to oppose for whatever reason had already lost the initiative and momentum.
In particular, the emperor specifically ordered that all stolen goods seized from the homes of officials convicted of corruption must be paraded through the streets together with the criminals.
So that the people of the Ming Dynasty will all know that those the country wants to arrest are those who harm the country and the people and deserve to die. I, the emperor of the Ming Dynasty, stand on the side of the people!
Not to mention other places, at least the reputation of the capital, which had been gradually deteriorating because the Jinyiwei had been raiding houses everywhere and causing widespread suffering wherever they went, had actually improved a lot.
Especially the common people, when they saw the gold, silver, jewelry, beautiful wives and concubines seized from those people's homes, and listened to the charges read out by the accompanying personnel in the common people's language, they all applauded.
Chang Qiuluan had nothing to do, so he asked Zhu Biao to find some typical cases from the Jinyiwei and write a few short stories, which were published in the "Minbao" newly established by the court this year.
This is because the newly appointed officials of the Ministry of Rites are generally young and are quite open to new things.
Furthermore, the Minbao was known for its mission to "enlighten the people and educate the world." While Qiu Luan's stories may have glorified the Jinyiwei, they were all true events and had a positive impact on the court's image.
The most important thing is that the story is really well written. Even if the writers themselves know what the situations are in some of the stories, after being immersed in these words, wow, it is so fascinating that people can't help but keep reading.
So after some arguments and debates, those stories were published in the first issue of "Min Bao" in the Ming Dynasty.
It just so happened that it happened on the third day after Hu Weiyong committed suicide in prison. This powerful minister who once dominated the court died quietly, without even leaving many traces.
After all, his accomplices died faster and more cleanly than he did, and the old traces were easily covered by the new ones, like new snow covering mud...
“This year is definitely going to be a good year.”
Zhu Biao and Qiu Luan stood side by side in the corridor. The first snow of the new year was unusually gentle but persistent, having just stopped today. He had specifically instructed the palace servants not to rush to clear all the snow in the East Palace, but to leave it clear except for the main roads. Now, he had a rare opportunity to enjoy the snow with Qiu Luan.
The red walls and green tiles reflect the pure white first snow, creating a quiet bustle.
“It will be a good year from now on.”
Chang Qiuluan exhaled a cloud of white mist, a cheerful smile on his face. At least with her by his side, he wouldn't have to go through the pain of losing his son and mother again.
The Ming Dynasty was already full of talented people, and all she needed to do was to save their lives for the Ming Dynasty. And in fact, she did it.
"Hu Weiyong's case is over. When does Father plan to send the fourth son to his fiefdom?"
"Don't worry. Gao Chi is only one year old. If we send them back now, the journey won't be easy for them." Zhu Biao stroked his beard, and a smile appeared on his face when he thought of the chubby white boy. "Besides, once sea transportation opens, who knows how much corruption will emerge from the seemingly clean officialdom. I'm afraid the Jinyiwei will be even busier."
"Could it be that Father and you intend to let the Fourth Brother continue doing this offensive work?"
"How could that be? Even if the emperor is willing, I can't. It will only take a year or two. Once everything is running smoothly, he can be relieved of his responsibilities. By then, Gao Chi will be older, and when they return to Peking, it will be easier for Uncle Xu to see his grandson."
Zhu Biao certainly wouldn't let his brother keep doing such a disreputable job. However, the most important thing in doing something is to finish it well. If he asked him to resign so hastily now, he wouldn't know what people would think. Besides, the successor hadn't been chosen yet, so if there was any mistake, it would be bad.
"Actually, I think Mao Xiang, a former inspector, is quite good. He's experienced and loyal to the Emperor. The only problem is that he likes to guess what the Emperor is thinking."
Shouldn't the Jinyiwei be able to understand the emperor's intentions and help him relieve his worries in a timely manner? Help the emperor dig up evidence against those he wants to kill but has no reason to kill, and then help the emperor kill those people legally and reasonably.
This is what Zhu Di did today. Although the Jinyiwei were granted the right to execute first and report later, arrests did not even require evidence, and interrogations could even be conducted in secret, Zhu Di was still very rigorous in his actions and had strict requirements for his subordinates, ensuring that every person arrested by the Jinyiwei was a person who deserved to die.
But if Mao Xiang were to take on the role, he probably wouldn't bother with it. Fabricating evidence is infinitely easier than looking for it. With just a few words, he could instantly appease the Emperor's wrath. Why not?
Of course, Mao Xiang did have real skills, and the emperor knew that. In a critical moment, this man would be like a poisoned blade, clean and sharp, killing with one blow, without getting his hands dirty.
But the current situation does not require this person.
"We still need to find someone who is cautious and prudent, and has the qualifications to be able to suppress the subordinates after the fourth brother leaves."
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