Chapter 444 The Emperor's Thoughts

The posthumous title is very special in itself, and it can be said that it is the final conclusion of a person's official position, so naturally it cannot be careless.

What's more, many civil officials now feel that they have seen an opportunity to improve their status. These scholars and officials have been neglected for too long, and they have long been eager to regain their "deserved status".

Let’s not talk about other dynasties, the status of civil officials may not be very high. However, after a dynasty like the Song Dynasty, the enthusiasm of civil officials suddenly soared to the limit. In the Song Dynasty, it was the so-called paradise for scholars and officials!

Although the Yuan Dynasty did not seem to have given some civil officials particularly high treatment, it was not bad overall. So far in the Ming Dynasty, the treatment of scholars and officials was the "bottom line" of all dynasties, and many people "tolerated it to the limit".

Therefore, Yang Jing’s posthumous title is no longer the posthumous title of a minister of justice, and this is also the status and interests of the civil servant group.

There were endless debates in the court. Although many people thought about "Wen Zheng", this was the best among the posthumous titles of civil officials. At least during the Song Dynasty, a posthumous title such as Wen Zheng was the dream of countless civil officials.

Just to be honest, Yang Jing does not have such qualifications yet, and this posthumous title is too heavy for him.

The civil officials were more concerned about this matter, and the Wuxun Group seemed to be watching coldly, which had nothing to do with Wuxun. There was indeed no need to force it in this matter.

What's more, some people think a lot, and think that the emperor now gives Yang Jing a posthumous title with such a big fanfare, which is also a signal.

It seems to be improving the status of civil officials, but this is not a kind of blow to the Wuxun Group. The balance between civil and military affairs and checks and balances between each other is the most ideal state in the eyes of the emperor.

In the Ming Dynasty, the status of Wuxun was too high. Even many people know that a dynasty must have a relatively high status of Wuxun. However, the current Ming Dynasty should consider suppressing Wuxun a little.

This matter cannot be decided overnight. I guess after the court breaks out, many people will have to start to prepare for Yang Jing’s posthumous title.

What's more, Yang Jing died of illness. This is one of the six ministers and the "peak" of civil officials. So at this time, even if there may be political disagreements, you still need to worship at such a moment.

Who made the emperor look more favorable to Yang Jing? He also recognized Yang Jing's achievements. Such an important official must be mourned after his death. If these colleagues did not express anything, they would not be able to overcome their face.

After going to court, Zhu Yunyou was in a complicated mood. Yang Jing passed away in his prime. Such a capable minister died of illness was indeed a considerable loss to the court.

He walked slowly towards Wuying Palace. Before he entered the palace, Zhu Yunyou could see something unusual and he also accelerated his pace a little.

Zhu Yunyou stepped into Wuying Palace and asked curiously, "Grandpa Emperor, why are you here?"

"It's time for us to come and have a look when this happened in the court." Old Zhu put down the memorial in his hand and said to Zhu Yunyou, "We have read the memorial you have criticized, you are a lot lazy. The memorials are also a little vague."

Zhu Yunyou immediately understood what Lao Zhu meant, but it was not that Zhu Yunyou reviewed the memorials and was fooling around. But in the past, Zhu Yunyou was "everything is very detailed", and now many times he just gave some guidance instead of making a decision directly.

What's more, Lao Zhu's personality is the real representative of everything in detail. Lao Zhu, who has a strong desire to control, is used to doing everything himself. Others only need to execute it, and they don't need to have too many ideas.

"Grandpa Emperor, it's not a good thing for us to do this." Zhu Yunyou took out a memorial and said, "Look, the people below dare not make decisions when they encounter something. This memorial will take several days if they are faster and several months later. When we make the decision, everything is too late."

Old Zhu snorted coldly and said, "If those people below don't have this ability, they will be a waste of the court's salary."

Zhu Yunyou couldn't help laughing. Some of Lao Zhu's ideas were indeed difficult to change for a while, and there was no need to change Lao Zhu's ideas.

As for Zhu Yunyou's thoughts, they may not be very correct. He gave some power a little, giving some "grassroots officials" autonomy. Many things are completely hit by the emperor, or even in the center, which may not be a good thing.

It is necessary to delegate power. What the court needs to grasp is the overall situation. What the emperor needs to control should also be a decision-making matter, rather than taking all the big and small matters at once. Obviously, it may not be a good thing.

Lao Zhu didn't say anything more. Although Zhu Yunyou seemed a little "lazy", Lao Zhu also recognized Zhu Yunyou's thoughts and ideas. Zhu Yunyou did this, but if Lao Zhu sat on the dragon throne, he wouldn't do this.

As long as Xiao Zhu is not making a fool of himself, let alone Xiao Zhu has been practicing for many years. Lao Zhu is very relieved about the ability to control the court. Lao Zhu is also quite relieved about Xiao Zhu's ability to deal with things, and he doesn't need to worry so much.

"Yang Jing is gone, let's use that Bao Zhao first." Old Zhu said, "Ba Zhao is still successful, we remember that he is still successful in the Censorate. He is famous for his bride and savvy."

Zhu Yunyou laughed and said, "This person is honest and can be regarded as an ethics to reassure him. But our Minister of Justice is the one who wants to do things. The Ministry of Justice is in charge of the world's punishments to praise the people. We still think Yang Jing is better, but we can't control the matter of life and death now."

Just ride a donkey and look for horses. Even if the Ming Dynasty is now full of talents, not everyone can do it. This position is indeed a bit sensitive and you must find someone who can shoulder the heavy responsibility.

Lao Zhu didn't care, but just said, "If you really want to find a Minister of Justice, you have to come and find him. Whether it is Yang Jing or Bao Zhao, it is all ours and your father Jian. We haven't given you much chance to show kindness a few years ago."

Zhu Yunyou naturally knew what Lao Zhu said, and what Lao Zhu said was somewhat reasonable.

This is also considered a tradition. Generally, before the new monarch ascended the throne, some important officials were demoted or punished, and waited for the new monarch to recall the court to entrust important tasks again. This is the most common way of giving grace.

But the Ming Dynasty was different. Lao Zhu cleared up a large number of civil and military officials early on, and those people basically had no chance of recovery. They were all gone, so how could they have the chance of recovery?

Furthermore, Lao Zhu's abdication caught many civil and military officials off guard. He did not expect that the founding king of the Ming Dynasty, the domineering and terrifying Emperor Hongwu, left the dragon throne without any attachment. In fact, many people are still puzzled by this matter now and are a little talked about.

Zhu Yunyou didn't need to be anxious and said with a smile, "We can wait a little longer. There was no Shangshu a few years ago, so the court also operated well!"

Old Zhu, who was teased by his grandson again, glared at Zhu Yunyou with annoyance. It was normal that there were often vacancies in the position of Shangshu during the Hongwu Dynasty.

What's more, although Bao Zhao is not the most satisfied candidate for the Minister of Justice of Zhu Yunyou, if you barely use it, Bao Zhao can basically do it in this position, at most it is not particularly outstanding.

Old Zhu looked at Zhu Yunyou and stopped discussing anything else, "We come here this time to ask about your posthumous title. We think it's a bit too early?"

Lao Zhu really "looks at" about civil officials. When conquering the world, Lao Zhu really hoped to get help from scholars. He knew that conquering the world was difficult and governing the world was even more difficult.

However, Lao Zhu's background was too low, and Lao Zhu's personality, so when Lao Zhu conquered the world, in addition to the full assistance of Zhejiang East Civil Affairs Group, Lao Zhu actually suffered a lot of bad things among scholars. After the establishment of the Ming Dynasty, Lao Zhu looked down on some scholars even more.

The reason why I ask this now is that Lao Zhu actually understands that it is not a big deal to suppress scholars. It is only a matter of time before the status of civil officials is improved, so that civil and military officials can check and balance each other.

Lao Zhu had previously cleaned up a large number of military honors, but it was not just some of the military honors who violated the law and discipline, but Lao Zhu was also concentrating the imperial power and was busy slimming the Wuxun Group, which was "not too big to lose" and was more in line with the interests of the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty.

"We think it's almost done. We don't have to give the civil servants too high status in one go." Zhu Yunyou smiled and said, "We have given it to Yan Shenggong before, and those scholars are probably worried. Let's give them some sweetness and keep running forward."

This answer made Lao Zhu very satisfied because this was what Lao Zhu did. He had always asked these civil servants to get the lowest salary and do the most work, and also asked these scholars to take more risks.

Old Zhu also laughed and said proudly, "It's time to give some sweetness and let them keep running forward. If you dare to slack off, you will whip it. If you don't want to move, give him a carrot!"

Zhu Yunyou did not object to Lao Zhu's statement at all. Lao Zhu's personality is definitely the worst unscrupulous boss in the later generations. Not only did the employees do a lot of work, but they just gave them a salary that was not very consistent with their work. They were merciless when they should be fired, and they just liked to draw big pie and depict the prospects.

Although a boss like Lao Zhu really dislikes the workers very much. But there is nothing we can do. Who made it happen in feudal society now? Lao Zhu is indeed a domineering emperor who holds the power of life and death.

Moreover, after Zhu Yunyou became the emperor, he also understood the pleasure of Lao Zhu. Civil and military officials took their low salary to do more work. Those that were disobedient and difficult to use were thrown away when they were used.

This is definitely the boss’ favorite state, and these are indeed the ultimate state of unscrupulous bosses.

"This time, it's time for us to give the civil servant a posthumous title." Zhu Yunyou spoke and said seriously, "Our serious civil servant in the Ming Dynasty does not have a decent posthumous title yet, so this is not a big deal."

Old Zhu was silent for a moment and said to Zhu Yunyou, "Okay, you have also decided on a charter. The martial memorials have been cleaned up for us over the years, and you can basically control what you stay. But we have to tell you that you can't do anything we have decided before."

"Don't worry, Grandpa, Hu Weiyong is a traitor. We won't overturn the verdict for him, and he is not qualified." Zhu Yunyou spoke and said to Lao Zhu, "Li Shanchang, we won't overturn the verdict for him. At most, we will take care of the eldest aunt and uncle."

Old Zhu was quite satisfied with Zhu Yunyou's statement, and he was also worried that Zhu Yunyou would posthumously give Li Shanchang a title on his whim.

Lao Zhu was somewhat guilty of Li Shanchang. Lao Zhu's right-hand man when he conquered the world was originally the best minister, and his son married a princess and his relatives were appointed as officials. This extremely high-ranking minister should have been named Duke during his lifetime and King after his death.

"We are not sorry for him. We will take him to Tianjin Wei for him." Zhu Yunyou smiled and said, "My uncle is still doing well in Tianjin now. My aunt's two descendants have also given him a third- and fourth-rank official position. Li Shanchang, who made him too much credit, and he is even more unaware of advancing and retreating!"

This is probably the emperor's thought. Everyone knows Li Shanchang's contribution. However, Li Shanchang, a smart person who has been smart all his life, is too arrogant and reluctant to give up power. Even as the leader of the Huaixi nobles, Li Shanchang didn't manage this huge group well. Therefore, it is also necessary to be implicated by his successor Hu Weiyong.

Lao Zhu was also quite pleased, probably because of some of the things Zhu Yunyou did, which made Lao Zhu feel at ease.

It is true that Li Shanchang was dismissed from office, but he was not executed by Lao Zhu. The once glorious Korean Gong lineage seemed to be no longer glorious, but at least he had a certain official position, but it was difficult to enter the center again.

Lao Zhu was even more at ease now, so he just had a posthumous title. It was nothing wrong to give Yang Jing a posthumous title, but it was also a hope for those civil officials. As for letting Yang Jing be buried with Dongling, Lao Zhu was even more satisfied.

According to Lao Zhu's idea, some officials from the East Palace who were once in the East Palace could still live in a high-ranking temple and have certain achievements. As long as they "deadly die", they would have to be buried with Dongling, so that their son could become a "righteous" emperor.

If some people were not slandering, Lao Zhu would have someone to change some historical books. In fact, many emperors would do such things. But there was no way. Da Zhu's situation was too special, and it would be difficult to modify historical books.

Then, make some changes.
Chapter completed!