After Ye Yueqing left, Zhu Ying began his daily homework of reviewing memorials.
This is essential every day, and ever since the enthronement of the grandson, the old man has become even bolder, and the amount of memorials he reviews every day has reached a terrifying level.
In front of Zhu Ying were hundreds of memorials, which contained not only various local affairs.
The memorials from the six ministries were also sent directly to Zhu Ying.
The Ministry of Personnel includes personnel transfer arrangements and appointments across the Ming Dynasty.
The names here are very unfamiliar to Zhu Ying.
Therefore, when reading the memorials from the Ministry of Personnel, Zhu Ying would summon both Guo Zhong and Song Zhong, whom he did not know, to ask them about the situation.
In fact, it is just like this, a very rough reflection. He can only have a very superficial understanding of the name, and it is difficult to understand specifically whether each official is suitable or not.
However, the current situation is unlikely to be improved in a short period of time, so I can only review it in a daze.
To a large extent, it can only be judged by a name.
This is also why a nice and pleasing name is very important in ancient society.
Because this may very likely determine the fate of your life.
After finishing the Ministry of Personnel, the next step is the Ministry of Rites.
Relatively speaking, the Ministry of Rites has an easier job. Unless there are special circumstances, they basically just have to follow the rules.
Next is the Ministry of Household Affairs.
The Ministry of Revenue can be regarded as the purse of the Ming Dynasty. It cannot be sloppy at all, and there are a large number of accounts in it.
However, Zhu Ying still has a solution to this problem. In Kunning Palace, he has already mobilized the disciples who are proficient in mathematics in the Qun Ying Chamber of Commerce to check, classify and compile statistics of the entire Ministry of Revenue.
These disciples of the Qun Ying Chamber of Commerce who are proficient in mathematics were all trained by Zhu Ying himself. They are trustworthy and capable.
The Ministry of War and the Ministry of Justice have relatively few things to do, and they can usually be handled by the Five Military Commissioners' Headquarters and the Ming Dynasty Public Security Bureau.
Zhu Ying was also prepared to abolish some extreme punishments and improve the Ming Dynasty laws.
The Ministry of Works is in charge of construction, and its current focus is naturally on crops such as sweet potatoes.
After such a simple process, two hours passed in the blink of an eye and it was already time for dinner.
Even with a strong body like Zhu Ying, he felt a little tired after working for two hours in a row.
One can imagine how much thought the old man put into reviewing the memorials, and how much effort it took to drain the health of Crown Prince Zhu Biao.
Perhaps for Zhu Biao, inspecting places is more like a vacation.
It is not known whether Zhu Biao was treated the same way at that time. He still had to review memorials while on the road in a carriage.
Just when Zhu Ying was about to go to the Qianqing Palace in front to have dinner with the old man.
The eunuch Guo Zhong reported, "Your Highness, Prince Ning wants to see you."
Zhu Ying heard this and said, "Let the Seventeenth Uncle come in."
"Yes, sir."
After Zhu Quan came in, he bowed respectfully and said, "Greetings to His Royal Highness Chang Sun."
Among Heaven, Earth, Emperor, Parents and Teachers, in terms of seniority, the royal family is naturally higher.
The relationship between Zhu Quan and Zhu Ying was first that of monarch and subject, and then that of uncle and nephew.
"Seventeenth Uncle, you are too polite. Please give me a seat." Zhu Ying said with a smile.
He was quite familiar with Zhu Quan and admired him quite a bit. Although he did not meet Zhu Quan many times, Zhu Quan did leave a good impression on Zhu Ying.
After Zhu Quan was done, Zhu Ying asked directly, "I wonder what the emperor's uncle wants to do this time."
Upon hearing this, Zhu Quan stood up and bowed, saying, "Your Highness, I came here to thank you for recommending me as the commander-in-chief to quell the rebellion in Shaanxi in front of my father."
"I knew Your Highness was busy a few days ago, so I delayed coming here until today. I hope Your Highness can forgive me."
Zhu Ying heard this and said with a smile, "Why, the emperor's uncle is thanking me like this, but he comes here with nothing in his hands."
As soon as these words were spoken, Zhu Quan, who was already honest, suddenly felt ashamed.
In fact, the royal family is not like the common people and nobles, so there is naturally no such thing as giving gifts, and there is no need for it.
So at this moment, Zhu Quan had no idea how to start a conversation.
Zhu Ying laughed and said, "Seventeenth Uncle, you and I have known each other for a long time. We have been familiar with each other outside the palace. There is no need to be so particular."
"But we still have to be extra careful when we go to pacify Shaanxi this time. We must not get into trouble. If Uncle Seventeen can make enough contributions this time, I can ask Grandpa for more arrangements in the future."
Zhu Ying valued Zhu Quan very much.
There are many capable people among the royal descendants, but they are also relatively calm in character. There are almost no ones who are as irritable as Zhu Chong and other princes.
Whether it was Prince of Qin Zhu Chong, Prince of Jin Zhu Gang, or even Prince of Yan Zhu Di, they were all real military men.
Only those who are good at strategy like Zhu Quan can be called commanders.
Zhu Ying had great expectations for Zhu Quan, a vassal king who only appeared briefly in history.
This is also why Zhu Quan was able to quell the rebellion in Shaanxi.
After listening to this, Zhu Quan solemnly replied: "Please rest assured, Your Highness, I will definitely go all out and will not slack off at all."
After hearing this, Zhu Ying stood up and walked to Zhu Quan and said, "Although you and I are uncle and nephew, we are close in age. Grandfather once told me that I would never feel safe if I gave the military power to someone else."
"As the saying goes, fathers and sons fight together in battle, and brothers fight together to fight tigers. Only when the military power is handed over to the hands of our own family can we feel at ease. I also believe that Uncle Seventeen will not let me down."
Zhu Ying looked at Zhu Quan intently, and there was sincerity in his eyes, which touched Zhu Quan's heart deeply.
Subconsciously, I knelt down on the ground to express my loyalty.
Zhu Ying was quick to grab him and said, "We are one family, there is no need to engage in these empty formalities. When the emperor's uncle returns victorious, I will personally welcome him back."
"Uncle, you can bring the Black Armor Guards with you on this expedition. The terrain in Shaanxi is complex, and the rebels have taken advantage of the terrain. The artillery cannot fully exert its power. I believe the matchlock guns will give uncle a surprise."
A gentleman will die for his friend.
At this moment, Zhu Quan had already sworn in his heart that he would devote his whole life to His Royal Highness Chang Sun until his death.
Zhu Ying sent Zhu Quan to the door.
Although what he said just now was somewhat showy, Zhu Ying did take Zhu Quan very seriously.
The old man has a keen eye. Anyone who is recognized by him must be of good quality.
It was also in Zhu Ying's interest to win over Zhu Quan. There were too many royal descendants, and he needed someone like Zhu Quan who could stand on the same front with him when the interests of the vassal kings were touched.
Zhu Ying was very clear that once the fiefdoms of the princes were moved outside the Ming Dynasty, it would definitely cause some conflicts.
Although this is not a big problem, it can easily cause adverse effects.
A few helpers are always needed.
When Zhu Ying arrived at the Qianqing Palace, the meal was almost ready.
"Grandson, if you don't come over, we'll send someone to call you."
"It is important to have a full stomach, otherwise you won't have the energy to review memorials."
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled when he saw his eldest grandson, and he didn't seem tired at all.
Zhu Ying knew that the old man had reviewed many more memorials than himself. Although this was due to practice making perfect, the old man was old now and did not have as much energy as himself.
Thinking of this, Zhu Ying smiled and replied: "Grandpa, you underestimate me. Although there are indeed more memorials recently, you don't know who your grandson is. For your grandson, these memorials are really a piece of cake."
"It won't take long to process. After reviewing them every day, I feel like I have too much free time."
Hearing what his eldest grandson said, Zhu Yuanzhang said, "Okay, since your eldest grandson thinks it's not enough, then we will arrange more memorials for him. This is also good, and we can have some free time."
Hearing this, Zhu Ying nodded with a smile, seeming very satisfied.
There was a hint of bitterness in the depths of his eyes, which was imperceptible. This could be considered as willing.
During this period, Zhu Ying basically eats with the old man every day. He knows in his heart that what the old man needs most now is company.
When I am around, the old man smiles much more often.
Liu He was serving on the side. If he could hear what Zhu Ying was thinking, he would definitely raise objections.
What do you mean by much more? It means that when His Royal Highness Zhang Sun was not around, His Majesty never smiled at all.
"I heard that the wine produced by Dasun Brewery is particularly fragrant?"
When they had finished their meal, Zhu Yuanzhang began to ask.
Zhu Ying was somewhat helpless. Of course he could not hide the affairs of the brewery from the old man, but he had never told him specifically about the strong liquor and had not even brought it to the palace.
I’m just afraid that the old man will fall in love with her.
Strong liquor is not a good thing for the elderly, so Zhu Ying naturally didn't want to give it to the old man.
"Grandpa, the brewery hasn't been established yet. Even if it is, I won't give it to you to drink."
"After this wine is purified by a special method, one bottle can be ten times as effective as before. If you are not a young person, it is very difficult to digest and will have a great impact on your health, so don't think too much about it, Grandpa."
Zhu Ying spoke directly, leaving no room for maneuver.
Hearing his grandson's determination, Zhu Yuanzhang could only sigh and say, "If that's the case, then let's not talk about it."
Hearing the old man say this, Zhu Ying suddenly became alert.
The old man wasn't so easy to explain and he obviously had other ideas.
Although it is not convenient to pursue them relentlessly, Zhu Ying has made sure to guard the winery. By that time, every drop of wine that enters the palace must be traced back to its whereabouts.
After dinner, Zhu Ying and Zhu Yuanzhang took a walk in the palace together.
It can also be considered a simple after-meal exercise.
"Grandpa, I have an idea recently and would like to try it out in the capital. I wonder if it's possible." Zhu Ying said.
Zhu Yuanzhang didn't thank him much, and asked, "Grandson, tell me what you have to say."
Zhu Ying said: "My grandson is planning to build a new court in the capital, which will be affiliated to the Ministry of Justice."
This was something Zhu Ying had planned for a long time.
Rule of law is Zhu Ying’s decision for the future of the Ming Dynasty.
The Ming Dynasty is now very individualistic in its interrogations. Many cases, even the verdicts of criminals, rely heavily on the personal preferences of the presiding judge.
Such a situation will lead to the breeding of corruption and the abuse of power.
The second reason is that there are too many good people who have been wrongly accused. It can be said that when the common people face the privileged class, such as nobles and officials, they have no room for resistance at all.
A good life may be completely ruined because of a small thing.