Lao Zhu did not go to court, but this did not affect the operation of the court. The main reason was that Da Zhu had begun to take over the government in recent years. This was the case a long time ago. Da Zhu approved many memorials and then sent them to Lao Zhu, so it didn't matter.

What's more, Da Zhu also knew the news, knew that his eldest son had returned to Yingtian Mansion after a long journey, and knew that his eldest son was now in Qianqing Palace, which made Da Zhu feel relieved even when he was distressed.

It was obvious that Zhu Xiongying knew about Zhu Zi, so he rushed back immediately. He was definitely a filial child, but sometimes he seemed to care too much about other people and neglected to take care of himself.

Although Lao Zhu did not go to the morning court, he woke up, just a little later than other days. He was not in a hurry to leave the palace now, and did not go to the court, so he just dealt with some government affairs in the palace. The one who was lying on the dragon couch was doing it. The snoring eldest grandson did not affect Lao Zhu's work efficiency, and he felt more at ease.

After working hard for most of his life, Lao Zhu just wants to leave a stronger family background to his descendants!

Zhu Xiongying probably slept until 6 o'clock, which was actually just a little bit of nap. After waking up, Zhu Xiongying naturally didn't need to worry about anything. He just washed up and had brunch. First, he would rest his stomach.

Seeing his eldest grandson carrying a porridge bowl and walking around while drinking porridge, Old Zhu was happy, "We Ying'er can't do this! You are our eldest grandson, you have no royal etiquette at all! You are one of those rich families. , there is no one like you."

"Grandpa Huang, this is nothing." Zhu Xiongying said jokingly, "My grandson knows it in his heart. He only behaves like this in front of Grandpa Huang. Even in front of his father, the grandson has to restrain himself a little. Father, Take care of it!"

Lao Zhu also laughed and said, "Your father does care about this, he has more rules than us. It's all because of your poor teachings from the emperor's grandmother. We are the children of farmers in Huaixi, how can we break so many rules!" "

Lao Zhu has never been taboo about his birth. He was born as an old farmer in Fengyang. His parents starved to death. He had been a monk and a beggar. Lao Zhu did not shy away from talking about this. As for the founding of the country, some civil servants wanted to give Lao Zhu was looking for his ancestors and found Zhu Xi. Lao Zhu was very angry because he didn't like to look for his ancestors randomly.

"Speaking of the Imperial Grandmother, my grandson still feels that the Imperial Grandmother has a great influence on the grandson and the father." Zhu Xiongying became interested and chatted with Lao Zhu about the family affairs. "The Imperial Grandmother is kind and generous, so the grandson and Father and King are all the same."

Lao Zhu snorted coldly and said disdainfully, "You really don't know what your father did? Even if we protect him and give him a good reputation, he will judge cases and punish people without mercy. Even he is no worse than us. some."

Lao Zhu remembered something and said, "When I talk about your imperial grandmother, we are angry. We have said many times that your father, you, are the crown prince of our Ming Dynasty, and you are different from ordinary princes and grandsons. Your father If you teach me too much, he is still a little soft-hearted. If you delay any longer, we are really afraid that you will become a Renzong in the future."

Obviously, Lao Zhu did not want his descendant to be Renzong, he wanted a successor with great talent and strategy. Da Zhu's performance often satisfied Lao Zhu, but occasionally he was still a little dissatisfied.

Zhu Xiongying couldn't help laughing and said, "Actually, my grandson thinks this is okay. Grandpa Huang is too harsh on civil and military officials. But when it comes to the people, grandson feels that there is really no emperor who loves his people as much as his son."

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This also made Lao Zhu proud. He indeed paid great attention to the people. This was also because he was born in a poor family, so he felt the same way. Lao Zhu did care enough about the people, and he did do a lot to safeguard the interests of the people.

Zhu Xiongying continued, "Grandpa Huang, it's time to mention the salaries of civil and military officials."

Lao Zhu was rigorous in governing the country, had extremely strict requirements on officials, and strictly prevented the occurrence of official corruption. In addition, his personal life was frugal, so this also affected his setting of official salary standards.

The first-grade official, the monthly salary is eighty-seven stone; the first-grade official, seventy-four stone; the second-grade official, sixty-one stone...

One stone here is about ninety kilograms. In addition to distributing food, a corresponding amount of treasure notes will also be distributed according to level. In fact, it is not a small amount, and there is definitely no problem in feeding yourself, but it is not realistic to have big fish and meat.

Lao Zhu was unhappy and said angrily, "The salary we give is quite a lot. It's enough for the family to eat and drink. We don't want them to pay taxes. These salaries are quite a lot!"

Lao Zhu would not consider high salary to support an honest person, mainly because the Ming Dynasty did not have such financial resources. What's more, Lao Zhu was also very resistant to such a strategy, and it was impossible for him to give such treatment to all civil and military officials.

Zhu Xiongying smiled and said nothing more. We will talk about these things later, not in a hurry.

When Da Zhu went to court, he naturally went straight to the Qianqing Palace. Although he was quite busy, he didn't have time for lunch. When his son came back, Da Zhu naturally needed to come and see him.

"Ying'er, this time when I come back, I will spend more time with your grandpa." Da Zhu said, explaining to Zhu Xiongying, "There are some things that my father said are useless, but your grandpa doesn't listen, but it's still useful if you say them."

Lao Zhu slapped the case hard and said angrily, "What a turn of events! It's your turn to discipline me?!"

Da Zhu is not afraid, and Zhu Xiongying is even less likely to be afraid.

Zhu Xiongying smiled and was full of confidence, "Father, don't worry, you are the son and I am the grandson. We are married after a generation. In front of you, the emperor will naturally be a strict father, but in front of me, he is a good grandfather. I can't do it."

No matter how big or small, you are proud of being favored."

When Lao Zhu saw his son and grandson singing together, he seemed a little angry and helpless, but he was still very happy in his heart.

After all, after Lao Ba committed suicide, Lao Zhu felt very sad. His eldest son had been comforting him these days. And his grandson came all the way back from Peking, so Lao Zhu naturally felt even more sad.

He can give everything to his children and grandchildren without reservation, without asking for anything in return, but if his children and grandchildren show some concern for him, Lao Zhu can feel that he is the happiest person in the world.

While eating lunch, Lao Zhu suddenly asked, "Biao'er, tell the truth in front of us, are you afraid of us?"

Da Zhu was stunned for a moment, and then said seriously, "Father, my son is fine. I naturally know that my father is generous to me. It's just that the other royal brothers are sometimes afraid of my father."

Lao Zhu nodded and said nothing more. He just said when the lunch was about to end, "Be prepared, Lao Ba has no heirs. Move Lao Si over and change the title of King Yan to King Tan."

The fourth child, Zhu Di, is going to Changsha. This is a good place. It is relatively stable and a land of plenty. There is not much war. It would be better to be a wealthy prince.

Da Zhu thought for a while and said, "The Fourth Brother has a lot of experience in military affairs. If the seal is changed, Beidi"

"There is no need to give these people to the North. In the future, when we move the capital to Peking, the border troops should be under our control." Lao Zhu spoke and said with certainty, "Biao'er, Ying'er, you have all memorized it for us.

.The future king of Sai cannot have too much military power! Especially Ying'er, you must remember these things!"

If it is Dingying Tianfu, Lao Zhu needs his descendants to sit on the border and hold military power. But when he wants to move the capital to Peking, the border army cannot be controlled by some princes. This is also a big change.

After lunch was over, Zhu Xiongying naturally did not stay any longer. He knew that he would not stay in Yingtian Mansion for too long this time, so he still needed to visit his younger brothers and sisters.

Zhu Xi felt a little aggrieved and complained, "Brother Emperor, why do you want me to marry to Yunnan? I'm afraid it will be difficult to see you again in this life!"

Zhu Xiongying could only comfort him and said, "If you miss your brother, you will come back. Xi'er, your brother is reluctant to marry far away, but the Mu family is different."

This is the price that the royal family and nobles have to pay when they enjoy some privileges. The freedom to marry is a luxury for them. And considering the transportation conditions of this era, marrying far away may really be a lifelong separation.

Although he was reluctant to let go, Zhu Xiongying knew that there was nothing he could do to change such a thing. Unless Mu Chun was forced to stay in the capital, that was not in line with Lao Zhu's wishes, and it would only be a short stay at most.

Royal duty, sometimes this is what it is!
Chapter completed!