Chapter 626 Identity and Duty

For an important minister like Lian Zining, the current prince is no stranger. Even if Xiao Zhu rarely appears in the court, it will not affect the attention of the civil and military officials of the court to Xiao Zhu, and it will not affect the thinking of many people.

I want to serve under Xiao Xiaozhu’s sect.

In fact, many people know that the status of the current prince is too stable, just like that of the emperor.

When I was young, I didn't like to appear in the court very much, but everyone knew that he was favored and favored by Emperor Hongwu, and even many rules were broken for him, including many things that had a special meaning at that time.

Disposal by the emperor's grandson.

Today's little Zhu is still favored and favored by Emperor Hongwu. Many people also know that the current crown prince also has a stable status. Emperor Hongwu established a rule in his early years that the eldest son could not be canonized as crown prince until he was ten years old. This is also the rule.

Xiao Zhu broke.

This was a treatment that even Xiao Zhu had not received back then. Zhu Yunyong, who ascended the throne before Xiao Zhu could even say what he said, immediately made him a prince. This was not just Zhu Yunyong's intention, it was also the opinion of Emperor Hongwu.

Looking at the crowd who were about to kneel down, Xiao Xiaozhu waved his hand and said, "Everyone, please go back. Don't attend the ceremony outside the house."

Lian Zining naturally accepted the order immediately. Although he didn't know the reason clearly, he still had to follow the prince's instructions at this time.

Xiao Xiao Zhu did not have the consciousness of a guest, so he walked at the front. In fact, not everyone in the training house knew Xiao Xiao Zhu, but seeing Zhu Ruyi following the young man, they could probably guess a little bit.

What's more, Lian Zining's attitude allowed everyone in the Lian family to guess some things.

When Xiao Xiaozhu arrived at the main hall, Da Ma Jin Dao sat down, and Shuang Quan naturally stood under Xiao Xiao Zhu's left head.

"The Minister of Dali Temple, Lian Zining, pays homage to His Royal Highness, Your Highness Qianqiu."

Little Zhu nodded slightly, and then said, "I am accompanying the princess on her wedding visit today, so there is no need for any more courtesy. Master Lian, let your family members come forward to see you, and you can reminisce about old times."

There is no problem for Xiao Zhu to do this. Who made him the crown prince of the Ming Dynasty? Since he has come to Lian Mansion, of course he is not really just a guest. Lian Zi would rather follow the courtesy and do things as a matter of course. The whole Lian Mansion also needs

When meeting Xiao Xiaozhu, this etiquette is indispensable.

Lian Zining's wife, daughter, and nephews naturally bowed politely according to their status and position at this time. They were not just greeting Xiao Zhu, but also don't forget that Zhu Ruyi is a princess, even if Lian Zining met Zhu Ruyi

It is also necessary to salute.

After saluting, Xiao Xiaozhu showed the attitude of a prince and said, "As you wish, let your grandmother go to the backyard to reminisce about the past. It will not be easy for you to leave the palace. Talk to your grandmother more often."

Zhu Ruyi naturally understood this, stood up and said, "My sister accepts the order."

Xiao Xiaozhu looked at Shuangquan and asked, "Are you going to follow some palace maids on this trip, nanny? Let them follow Ruyi'er, don't neglect them."

There is definitely no shortage of palace maids and nuns. Although this is Zhu Ruyi's maternal ancestral home, there are still things that need to be paid attention to.

In fact, it is not only Zhu Ruyi who is like this. Even when little Zhu goes to Zhongshan Palace or Kaiping Palace, there are many eunuchs and others around him, and the people in the palace will take over all the tasks as a matter of course.

Just like the current training house, people from the palace take over everything big and small. Many servants and cooks are still in a state of confusion at this time. They can only stand aside timidly, not daring to show any signs of anger.

Complaints about being 'seized'.

Watching Zhu Ruyi leave, Xiao Zhu took out a letter from his arms and said, "Master Lian, my father has a will, please read it."

Lian Zining immediately knelt down and took the letter from Shuangquan with both hands raised. He kowtowed respectfully before opening the envelope.

After seeing the content clearly, my heart moved, but there wasn't much change in the expression on my face.

"It's okay if you know it." Xiao Zhu, who had read the letter a long time ago, said, "I'll make arrangements for these few days. My father is still a little patient. It doesn't matter if it's three days or five days, it's okay. It's just that it's okay.

Don't delay for too long, my father has other important matters to deal with."

Lian Zining naturally knelt down and said quickly, "I will obey the holy edict."

Little Zhu nodded slightly, and then said, "I heard that Mr. Lian was the second best in the eighteenth year of Hongwu. He is good at poetry and prose, and is knowledgeable and talented. The imperial concubine is good at poetry and prose, and Ruyi'er is also very talented in literature. Lianfu has many seeds of literary talent.

.I came here today to see the disciples of Lianfu."

Lian Zining immediately said, "Your Highness the Crown Prince, my eldest son Cheng Jing is now the head of the Household Department, my second son Xuantong, and Ji Zi Ren Shan are studying in the Imperial College. If the Crown Prince intends to take the exam, I will summon you immediately."

Xiao Xiao Zhu nodded and said, "Then let them all come back, and we will also see how Ruyi'er's uncles learn. I remember that there was a practice in the second class of the first class, and I heard Ruyi'er say that it was also practice

A descendant of the family?"

Lian Zining was a little proud, but he still said modestly, "Your Highness, Lian Gan is my nephew, and he is currently serving as the magistrate of Guangde County."

Xiao Xiao Zhu immediately became happy and said, "I remember that your father was once a colleague of Guangde. Now that your nephew is out in Guangde, it is a good story."

Lian Zining is also the thirty-second grandson of Lian He, a descendant of Xi. His father, Lian Boshang, was also a candidate for the rural examination at the end of the Yuan Dynasty, and was also a middle-lower official in the Yuan Dynasty. This can be regarded as a family origin, and it can be called

It's a family of officials.

Lian Zining is somewhat excited. Although he is now one of the important ministers of the Ming Dynasty, many people also know that Lian Zining is a lonely minister. His official career has basically reached the ceiling, and it is unlikely that there will be more room for improvement.

But Lian Zining didn't need to worry so much. It seemed that he had lost his room for advancement because of his daughter, but it was also because of his daughter that the emperor paid more attention to the children of the Lian family.

Otherwise, let alone Lian Zining's nephew, even Lian Zining's three sons may not be known to the emperor and the prince.

After all, he is a second-class Jinshi, which is naturally a title on the gold list. But this is not the most eye-catching, and his official career is relatively average. A county magistrate is a grassroots official in the Ming Dynasty. Unless he has outstanding political achievements, otherwise

There is no chance to let the emperor know.

It can also be foreseen that once Zi Ning becomes an official, his sons and even nephews can be promoted immediately as long as they have some political achievements. Even if they do not become the chief officer of the Sixth Department, if they work a little harder, they may still have the opportunity to "enter the palace" and become

The senior officials of the fourth rank who are qualified to go to court become the nominal senior officials of the court.

It seems that Lian Zining's career has been greatly affected, but Lian Zining is now an important minister. Coupled with the various obvious advantages or invisible benefits brought to the Lian clan, Lian Zining would never

Neither of them felt aggrieved.

In fact, it is quite laborious for Xiao Zhu to communicate with Lian Zining. Because Xiao Zhu himself is not interested in the Four Books and Five Classics. Xiao Zhu has limited understanding and limited knowledge of matters in the court. What's more, even if Lian Zining knows Xiao

Xiao Zhu's position is stable, but there are many practical matters that cannot be discussed in depth with the Crown Prince.

Although the atmosphere does not seem to be lively, it does not matter much. Both Xiao Xiaozhu and Lian Zining are very accustomed to such an atmosphere.

Needless to say, Lian Zining is an important minister of the imperial court. What kind of situation has he not experienced? The current small situation is absolutely nothing. In order to take care of the prince's feelings, Lian Zining can still find some

topic.

As for Xiao Zhu, needless to say, he has a special status, so often he doesn't actually need to care about other people's feelings. Basically, others consider Xiao Zhu's feelings and just revolve around Xiao Zhu.

When Lian Zining's three sons came over, they were naturally filled with excitement and anticipation. It would be an honor to be able to show their faces in front of the prince. If they perform well and are remembered by the prince, it will naturally be beneficial to their future development.

Better.

Even if their father is Lian Zining, it does not mean that they will have the opportunity to see the emperor or the prince at any time. Lian Zining's three sons also know this.

Looking at Lian Zining's eldest son, Xiao Zhu asked directly, "Are you the head of the household department?"

Lian Chengjing knelt down and replied respectfully, "Returning to your highness, I was born as a Jinshi in the first year of Yingshi. I was first awarded a doctorate in the Five Classics of the Hanlin Academy. In the third year, I moved to the right of the household department and was assigned to Shizhong. At the beginning of the year, I was promoted to the head of the Huguang Qingli Department in the household department.

"

It can be said that the official career of Lian Cheng Jing is relatively stable. The second-level Jinshis with similar rankings to him are either still in the Hanlin Academy, or they are some minor officials. Not like Lian Cheng Jing, they are all now in the sixth grade.

The head of the household department is here.

This is an official position with real power. It is no exaggeration to say that according to Lian Chengjing's age and ability, it is unlikely to become a Six-Bus Minister. However, it is still very possible to become a Six-Bus Minister.

Thinking of something, Xiao Xiao Zhu said, "****, your Majesty is busy with government affairs. Your Majesty also intends to reinstate the Grand Bachelor of the Palace. You have some talents and knowledge, and you are also practical. You can serve your Majesty."

When it comes to the best tool man, Xiao Xiao Zhu can definitely be regarded as an excellent tool man of Zhu Yunyong. It is still very effective to spread rumors about many things from Xiao Xiao Zhu. Even such unofficial gossip is also very effective.

It can bring greater help to Zhu Yunyong.

If Zhu Yunyong wanted to establish a cabinet, he would naturally consider reinstating the Grand Master of the Imperial Palace. This was the senior secretary next to the emperor. He had previously held the official position of the fifth rank.

The gossip coming from the Crown Prince can make many people feel excited, and also allow some people to start preparations in advance.

Putting aside the matter of being promoted again, being able to accompany His Majesty is a rare opportunity in itself. And being able to be prepared for His Majesty's inquiries at any time is also a very good opportunity to perform, and it is relatively easy to be recognized and valued by His Majesty.

Lian Zining was moved in his heart. He actually knew that His Majesty seemed to have some thoughts. His Majesty had mentioned explicitly or implicitly before reestablishing the position of Grand Scholar of Diange, and it seemed that he still wanted to give the Grand Scholar of Diange some power.

Many people also think that this may be to further restrict the six ministers. After all, His Majesty has already upgraded the six ministers. The six ministers are now from the first grade, which is one grade higher than the second grade in the early days of the founding of the People's Republic of China.

But looking at it now, "promoting" civil servants is not compensation at all for removing the prime minister, nor does it restrict the Wuxun Group, because His Majesty obviously has back-ups.

Even though the grand masters may seem to be only the fifth grade, but once they can stay with His Majesty and even get the authority delegated by His Majesty, it will be easy for them to get ahead quickly, and the grand masters’ weight in the court will also be important.

stand up.

However, these may only be able to restrict the six ministers. And civil servants like the six ministers can also suppress the great scholars of the palace.

After all, he is an emperor, and he is very familiar with the art of checks and balances. Today, today's emperor is an emperor who likes to make long-term plans. Maybe some of the reasons for his current move will be revealed in a few years.

However, Lian Zining didn't say much at this time. There was no need to say anything at this time. It was enough that he knew some things in his heart. It was good to prepare in advance. These things were not only for himself, but also for his family.

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Of course, this also contains the interests of some civil servant groups, and these can be prepared in advance.

This is news obtained from His Highness the Crown Prince. Although it is not an explicit edict, the news is still very credible and deserves the attention of Lian Zining and the civil service group.

Make some preparations now so that you can avoid being caught off guard by the emperor. This will indeed give the civil servants of the Ming Dynasty more or less confidence to 'discuss government affairs' with the emperor.

Even though he was the emperor's cheap father-in-law, Lian Zining was still a traditional scholar, and he still had some thoughts of "ruling the world with the scholar-bureaucrats".

Naturally, Xiao Zhu didn’t know what Lian Zining was thinking. Xiao Zhu was still studying for Lian Zining’s three sons in the school in a decent manner. Although Xiao Zhu didn’t like studying, he still tried to imitate him.

It can be done.

Whether in front of Lao Zhu or in front of Xiao Zhu, Xiao Zhu is influenced by what he hears and sees, and he indeed learns a lot of things. Regarding the school entrance examination, Xiao Zhu naturally has a lot of experience. He knows that in

What should be said and asked at this time.

As for whether Xiao Xiaozhu can digest these things, that is another matter, but at this time, many people actually don't care much whether Xiao Xiaozhu can really digest these things.

Xiao Xiao Zhu is still very patient. Although he doesn't like these things very much, he knows his identity and understands that some things cannot be decided by his own temper. Who makes him the crown prince of the Ming Dynasty? Naturally, he

You must also assume your own responsibilities and obligations.

It's a child's nature to be playful, and there's nothing wrong with that.

But now Xiao Xiaozhu is not a child who doesn't understand anything. He is now at an age where he is constantly thinking about things and is more measured.
Chapter completed!