Wuyun Palace is connected to the sky, and the golden light shines in the eyes.
The sound of golden water in Yugou gurgling is gurgling, and I look down at the fontanel, staggering to look at it.
Yiluan is solemn and intimidating in all kinds of ways.
…
There was food and entertainment in the palace, a song called "Happiness in Front of the Palace", the singer's voice was melodious, and the dancers were graceful.
The sound of various kinds of music, such as the harp, the harp, the harp, the harp, the harp, the harp, the flute, the sheng, the flute, the xun, the flute, the panpipe, the bell, and the chime, were intertwined, and the atmosphere of the banquet gradually became lively.
There was a flurry of greetings, and the cups were replaced with cups.
Princess Wu and Princess Wang left the banquet because they were too drunk.
Wu Jinghe watched the concubine leave, knowing in his heart that it was finally time to get down to business.
Min King Zhu Dingyao was the first to speak: "Since I ascended to the throne, I have been blessed by the emperor and heaven, and the sea and the sky are peaceful. I should congratulate your majesty!"
After saying that, he stood up, raised his wine glass high, and faced the north in the distance, waiting for everyone in the hall to join him.
Everyone looked at each other and stood up one after another.
Wu Jinghe raised his eyebrows and glanced at Zhu Dingyao.
Minfu...
The eighteenth son of Taizu was first granted the title, and it has been passed down to the seventh generation, the same generation as Emperor Sejong.
The Min Palace has always been dishonest. During the period of Zhengde, Zhu Yanmo, the king of Lishan in the Min Palace, "collected traitors and committed crimes in a moment."
By the time of Jiajing, he again "recruited deserters and committed robbery as thieves."
The most recent one was in the first year of Longqing, "Cliques were rampant, day and night, gathering crowds to beat the inspectors and advisors to death."
All in all, they are professional households that support bandits, with countless criminal records.
This is also the focus of this trip.
At this time, everyone stood up and paid homage to the emperor, but they saw that Wu Jinghe was still sitting upright.
King Dong'an winked, and Zhu Yingxu, the lieutenant of Prince Yong'an's palace, immediately understood.
He pretended to be displeased and frowned: "When we stand up to pay homage to Your Majesty, why does the red-helmeted general sit still?"
He looked as if his Majesty had been humiliated.
As soon as he finished speaking, everyone in the palace looked at Wu Jinghe.
Wu Jinghe sat cross-legged behind the table, surrounded by people's eyes, and took a chopstick to chew slowly.
It's not that he doesn't want to maintain basic etiquette.
But that Min King Zhu Dingyao had something to say, but he just didn't want to accept it.
The words "The emperor is blessed by heaven and the sea is peaceful" are not just words to be said casually.
These are the original words of Emperor Taizu when he divided the vassals.
Immediately after that, he said, "However, the world is so big that it is necessary to build a military screen to protect the country above and provide safety and security for the people below."
If he really respected me, I'm afraid he would have to go the other way.
Wu Jinghe did not look at Lieutenant Fu Guo, but met the gaze of Min King Zhu Dingyao on the other side of the hall.
He stood up slowly and walked over: "Your Majesty gave me a yellow ax in my hand and a gold seal hanging on my waist."
"The emperor's heart is entrusted by him, his holy will is entrusted by him, his imperial power is manifested, and his majesty is achieved."
"I am an imperial envoy and represent the Holy One. Why should Your Highness pay homage from afar?"
Amid everyone's astonished looks, he gently took the wine glass from Zhu Dingyao's hand.
Drink it all in one gulp.
Then Shi Shiran walked back to his original position and said with a smile: "You just respect me."
Everyone looked at each other in shock.
Zhu Changwen opened his mouth wide. He didn't expect that his great-uncle had such a domineering and arrogant side.
But I have to say that he is so cool and unrestrained that it makes people a little envious.
Xiangfan, Jingfan and other visitors looked at each other. Unexpectedly, Wu Jinghe did not even step down from such a good step in the name of respecting the emperor.
He even said such arrogant words.
Min King Zhu Dingyao finally reacted and his face was ashen.
This is intentional to insult him!
Zhu Dingyao was about to have an attack.
At this moment, King Dong'an, who was sitting in the main seat, finally spoke.
Zhu Xianzhen gave a bitter smile: "My house is full of heart and soul, and it is the occasion for the general to have a good time and have a good time..."
"General, why do you always think of yourself as the incarnation of the king and father, and make us feel uncomfortable even drinking wine?"
The emperor is so far away, why don't you give him any face? Who can you show it to?
Besides, it’s not like I won’t let you do the work, so why bother everyone?
Wouldn’t it be better to have a win-win situation?
Wu Jinghe shook his head: "I have my father in my heart, and I dare not leave it behind easily."
Zhu Xianzhen, King of Dong'an, touched his stomach and felt a little troublesome.
This prince-in-law is really unskilled.
He paused and finally gave up the temptation, swiping away the singers and dancers in the palace, and the palace officials also silently retreated.
After the palace became quiet, Zhu Xianzhen looked at Wu Jinghe seriously and said, "Sister-in-law, our family does not speak the same language."
"Since my uncle said, Your Majesty is worried about the affairs in Huguang and has been working hard and busy."
"We have a king and father in our hearts, so naturally we can't just sit back and watch."
"I don't know, is there a place where I can share your Majesty's worries?"
Min King Zhu Dingyao couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief when he saw Uncle Wang stepping up to take the lead.
Although he is a prince and this uncle is just a county prince, Chu Fan is tougher than Min Fan.
At this time, it was necessary to draw a line with Wu Jinghe, who represented the emperor, so it was naturally more appropriate for Uncle Wang to come forward.
Wu Jinghe fiddled with the wine glass in his hand and pondered for a moment.
He opened his mouth and praised: "King Dong'an has a king and father, and his loyalty and filial piety is worthy of praise."
Then he changed the topic and asked curiously: "However, the Chu Mansion currently does not have a prince to rule the vassal, so I am afraid it is because of weakness, right?"
Zhu Xianzhen's face turned dark.
This is obviously asking whether I can make the decision.
However, these words were too explicit and did not give him any face.
Zhu Yingxu, the lieutenant of the Auxiliary State of Prince Yong'an, was displeased: "Now I, the Prince of Chu Prefecture and six other people, are responsible for the town, the auxiliary, and the 198 generals of the state, with a total of more than 1,260 clan members."
"If we are united and united as one, we will have great strength!"
Wu Jinghe glanced at Zhu Xianzhen, the king of Dong'an, who looked impressed, but felt quite surprised.
The imperial court clearly asked King Wugang to take charge of the Chu vassal, so why is King Dong'an so popular now?
Wu Jinghe was thinking in his mind without showing his expression, but he shook his head: "In this case, at the beginning of the year, the Chu government fought for land in Lingquan Mountain, drove out the residents of Jiashan, took advantage of it, and killed several people..."
He looked at Zhu Xianzhen and asked: "It's just that the control was not effective beforehand. Why did you say afterwards that you were unable to investigate? I don't know who is the culprit?"
Wu Jinghe naturally did his homework before coming.
From the old accounts of the Jiajing period of the Chu Mansion - digging up the coffin of the late minister Zhang Pu, opening the coffin to kill the body, and beating and extorting the court officials.
During the Longqing period, he forcibly occupied the land of De'an Prefecture in Huguang and harbored murderers.
Even recently, together with the Yueyang Prince's Mansion, gatherings of people to kill people and other incidents have been uncovered one after another.
Now it can be said to be at your fingertips.
Zhu Xianzhen's face was kind, but the corners of his mouth were already a little stiff.
He had shown his kindness several times, but Wu Jinghe was still rambling here and there, insisting on trivial matters.
It’s really too disrespectful!
He tried his best and winked at Zhu Yingxu.
The latter nodded slightly and explained in a nonchalant manner: "As to the cause of the land dispute in Lingquan Mountain, everyone in our government has tried their best to cooperate with the investigation by the Inspector General."
Zhu Xianzhen tried his best to bring the topic back to the right track, and said to Wu Jinghe: "It is the affairs of the Chu government that make your majesty worry so much. That's why we should do our best to share your majesty's worries."
“I heard that there was a big fire in Ciqing Palace last year and it was simply repaired afterwards.”
"As His Majesty's residence in Longxing, we relatives can't help but feel sad for being so careless."
He leaned forward, his big belly was split in two by the table, and said seriously: "If the harvest is good this year, we relatives can provide His Majesty with labor aid to renovate the palace!"
Compared with Shizong today, he lacks the friendship of relatives, and compared with Mu Zong, he lacks benevolence, kindness and gentleness.
It can be called cold and ruthless.
No one knows what exactly he wants from this big show.
But at least there are lessons learned from what happened in South Zhili last year.
No one wants Huguang to be turned upside down if money can be spent to eliminate disasters.
Think of it as spending money to send away poor relatives.
As soon as he finished speaking, Min King Zhu Dingyao immediately expressed his position: "If nothing happens in Huguang this year, the Min government can offer one hundred thousand taels of silver to His Majesty!"
In addition to himself, there are seven or eight county princes in the mansion. If everyone puts together a little, one hundred thousand taels will not be a big deal.
General Fu Guo of Xiangfu, who had not spoken during the whole scene, said calmly: "Xiangfu also has one hundred thousand taels of capital with the Holy Lord."
Zhu Changwen's expression changed.
I didn't tell him this in advance!
No wonder he was asked to come! It turns out he was forced to pay!
Seeing everyone looking at him, Zhu Changwen looked ugly.
However, the situation was stronger than the person. When he saw this, he had to knock out his teeth and swallow them in his stomach. With a hint of gritting his teeth, he said: "Ji Mansion has the same intentions!"
The chief historian of Jingfu and the general of Zhenguo in Rongfu expressed their opinions one after another.
Wu Jinghe's face finally showed surprise.
So generous!?
In the blink of an eye, it’s hundreds of thousands of taels!
It seems that these princes and princes are not all fools.
pity……
This time it is different from Southern Zhili.
If nothing happens in Huguang, will there be silver coins?
Before coming, the emperor had given him a warning - "Don't let yourself relax, or you will be punished by Heaven."
This is no longer something that can be solved with silver coins!
After the vassals expressed their stance, Wu Jinghe remained silent.
Everyone couldn't help but frown and looked at each other.
This is not enough!?
Zhu Xianzhen, the slightly wealthy King of Dong'an, couldn't help but urge: "If you are familiar with Huguang, you will be enough in the world."
"As long as I can stabilize the situation in Huguang and control this flood, we will have a good harvest and we can share your worries for Your Majesty."
Wu Jinghe turned his head and glanced at Zhu Xianzhen.
He also looked around at the feudal lords present.
He slowly stood up, pondered for a moment, and then said: "Your Highnesses, I know your loyalty and patriotism, and your Majesty knows it."
"I should toast you all, but before I drink this glass of wine, I have something to ask."
"Whether you want to drink or not depends on what your Highnesses say."
He raised his glass, but his tone was very serious.
Zhu Xianzhen already had a bad premonition. He turned away and said solemnly: "Imperial envoy, please tell me."
Wu Jinghe nodded and asked sternly: "Huguang is opening a mine privately. Zhu Yingyan is just the one in front. Are there any of you standing behind?"
"Where did the armor go? How many copper coins were minted?"
"How did Zhang Chucheng and the chief envoy Tang Bin die?"
"Do you think that Zhu Yingyan of Yueyang Palace really committed suicide?"
As soon as he finished speaking, King Min threw the wine glass on the table, snorted coldly, turned around and left.
The chief historian of the Jing Mansion and the general of the Rong Mansion also silently put down the wine glass in their hands, apologized, and left immediately.
Zhu Xianzhen, King of Dong'an, sighed and shook his head: "The imperial envoy has too many questions. He is getting older and is already a little drowsy. See you some other time."
The eunuch of the palace stepped forward with some embarrassment, showed a flattering smile to Wu Jinghe, and bowed to signal that he was going to see off the guests.
Wu Jinghe nodded.
Holding the wine glass with three fingers, he gently put it down, turned around and left.
Only a slightly deformed wine glass with three fingerprints left was left.
Lying alone on the table.
It is announced that this banquet will end unhappy.
…
You have to have dinner no matter how good or bad you eat.
Just when the banquet broke up unhappily and everyone dispersed, not far from the Central Harmony Hall in the Chu Mansion, there was also a person eating leisurely.
“I ate pickles and rolled tofu~”
Some tall old men shook their heads and sang lyrics.
There was a copper pot in front of him, which was boiling hot.
On his hand, he was cutting tofu and throwing the white and tender cubes into the pot.
He took a deep breath of the fragrance with satisfaction and was about to sing the next line.
Suddenly I heard a voice coming from outside the yard, and I swallowed my words.
After thinking about it, he changed his tune and sang: "My heart is full of thoughts about the Holy Lord~"
After one sentence was sung, someone from outside happened to come in front of him and said breathlessly: "Dad! My brothers and Wu Jinghe have broken up. When I saw it, their faces were livid, and King Min was even more furious."
King Wugang stretched out his chopsticks and threw another pickle into the pot and nodded casually.
The visitor took a breath and continued: "Dad, in my opinion, Wu Jinghe really doesn't want to show mercy anymore. Uncle Wang and King Min are raising mine thieves and water thieves. Sooner or later, they can't hide it."
He lowered his voice and made a gesture: "How about we give Wu Jinghe a good deal?"
King Wugang waved his hand indifferently: "When you grow up, you can make your own decisions, so go ahead if you like."
After that, he picked up a piece of tofu, blew on it and said, "It has nothing to do with me anyway, I don't intend to get involved."
This person hates his father a little bit.
He said eagerly: "Dad! Prince Ji was just a county king at first, but after taking charge of Ji Fan, he naturally became a prince."
"Two generations up from our Chu vassal, brothers will eventually become brothers."
"You are now in charge of Chu Fan, so work hard!"
King Wugang turned a deaf ear and concentrated on picking a hole for the tofu, stuffing some pickles into it, and ate it in one big bite.
Some of them were swallowed quickly as if they were being burned.
Then he rushed to the crowd and said, "Okay, if you want to go, just go and don't bother me."
The father and son struggled again. The son was afraid that Wu Jinghe would go away, so he slammed the door heavily in anger.
King Wugang's eyes squinted, then he looked back, shook his head and continued to enjoy pickles and tofu.
Work hard?
These people have really never seriously studied what the temperament of the man in the Forbidden City is.
Nowadays, every one of the people who are in the limelight is counted as one. Not to mention retreating completely, I am afraid that except for the country and the feudal vassal, it is not far away~
King Wugang shook his head and hummed a ditty again.
"Eat ~ pickles ~ rolled tofu ~"
"I, the emperor, am not as good as me"
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When will the bright moon come? Let’s eat together thousands of miles away.
Zhu Yijun was also eating dinner absentmindedly.
It's not that I'm thinking about anything, but I'm trying to reduce my sense of existence.
"Then if Your Majesty gives birth to a child in August, wouldn't it mean that there are still more than two months before the Wanshou Festival?"
Some young and crisp sounds came into Zhu Yijun's ears, but he just pretended not to hear them.
But he didn't hear it, but someone else took over.
Queen Mother Li said with a smile: "Yes, in two months, she will be twelve years old, and she will soon grow up to be an adult."
Empress Dowager Chen, who was rarely at the same table, seemed to be smiling and said to the emperor: "Yes, we can consider marriage."
Zhu Yijun was helpless.
He quietly raised his eyes and glanced at the two queen mothers and Li Chunfang's granddaughter, Li Baiyang, who had just entered the palace.
I don’t know what the mentality of the two palaces is, but they are more positive than the outer dynasty.
He was really not used to dragging this girl to eat with him every day.
Just at this moment, Zhang Hong walked in from outside.
Zhu Yijun felt like he was being pardoned. He hurriedly finished the meal in two bites and put down his bowl and chopsticks: "Mother, there seems to be something important in the outer court. I'll go first!"
After that, he ran out in a hurry.
Chapter completed!