As news of the arrival of Zhu Changluo and Emperor Wanli came from Songjiang Prefecture, Suzhou Prefecture, which was closest to Songjiang Prefecture, got the news first.

It turned out that the old chief minister Shen Shixing, who had retired and was idle, immediately rushed to Songjiang Mansion to welcome the Holy Emperor, surrounded by officials of all sizes in Suzhou Prefecture.

However, just as they were approaching Songjiang Prefecture, Zhu Changluo issued a decree, ordering Suzhou Prefecture officials to abide by their duties and not cross the border to greet them.

At the same time, Zhu Changluo also affirmed their loyalty to welcome the emperor, and also sent a special person to pick up Shen Shixing.

Shen Shixing is now without an official. There is no question of whether he has crossed the line or not. Moreover, he is also the teacher of Emperor Wanli. Ever since he resigned from his post as chief minister of the cabinet, Emperor Wanli and Shen Shixing have not seen each other for more than ten years.

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Therefore, summoning Shen Shixing alone not only showed Emperor Wanli's respect for his veterans, but also showed Emperor Wanli's respect for his teachers and his example.

This can be regarded as killing two birds with one stone!

After Shen Shixing received the decree, he immediately thanked the emperor for his kindness, and then he was led by the person who conveyed the decree to the temporary residence where Emperor Wanli and Zhu Changluo were staying.

The monarch and his ministers, who had not seen each other for more than ten years, met during a temporary trip by the river.

For a time, Shen Shixing was in tears.

"I pay my respects to Your Majesty! I can see that His Majesty's dragon body is so healthy. I will die with no regrets."

Shen Shixing thanked him again, and then carefully drank the Yuci coffee in front of him bit by bit.

As the top leaders of the Military Aircraft Department and the Cabinet, it was inevitable for the two of them to accompany them.

Sun Xian received the order and immediately sent a message to Dong Qichang and Liu Pinru to see him.

After Shen Shixing took a sip, Emperor Wanli asked with a smile: "How does it taste?"

Zhu Changluo said: "Master Dong is right. This place is indeed a treasure! I like it very much. It is God's will that I and my father will land here in Shanghai this time."

After saying this, before Dong Qichang and Liu Pinru could digest it, Zhu Changluo sighed again.

Dong Qichang and Liu Pinru lowered their heads and said, "Your Highness, please give me your instructions."

Emperor Wanli once again became involved with Shen Shixing's body.

Then he carefully picked up the coffee and took a sip.

Dong Qichang and Liu Pinru were a little confused, and they had no idea what Zhu Changluo meant by asking this question.

Shen Shixing said: "It was the early year of Wanli, and His Majesty Jian Zuo had just ascended the throne. Now it is the thirty-fifth year of Wanli, and the old minister will become a monster if he does not grow old."

Shen Shixing had long heard about the coffee that had become popular in the capital in recent years, and he also asked someone to bring coffee back from the capital to taste. Therefore, Shen Shixing was not unfamiliar with coffee.

Emperor Wanli asked Chen Ju to serve Shen Shixing a cup of coffee.

The second reason is that although this place is in the south of the Yangtze River, it is still an undeveloped white land. Moreover, being close to the river and the sea makes it easier for the Zhili Navy to extend its power and manage it, making it a territory separate from the traditional forces in the south of the Yangtze River.

After giving Shen Shixing a seat, Emperor Wanli looked at the white hair on Shen Shixing's head and said, "I haven't seen him for more than ten years, and my sir's white hair has turned into snow. I think back to when he lectured me in the Wenhua Hall, what kind of gentleman he was at that time."

in his prime!"

Sun Xian reported: "Master, Mr. Shen Ge has arrived at the Emperor's side."

Hearing what Emperor Wanli said, Shen Shixing was even more moved, "Thank you so much for your grace!"

"I decided to give this place the name Shanghai, and set aside half of Songjiang Prefecture to build it as Zhili Shanghai Prefecture. The grade will be based on that of Shuntian Prefecture, and it will be directly governed by the imperial court."

After hearing what Shen Shixing said, Emperor Wanli laughed and said, "That's natural! This coffee is grown in Hainan. It tastes more mellow than Yunnan coffee and Taixi coffee! It is my exclusive tribute, in addition to the imperial gift.

, no one else can drink it.”

"It would be a pity if such a treasured land cannot be used as a place to gather wealth."

When Emperor Wanli saw Shen Shixing, who was already full of hair, he had mixed feelings and said, "Sir, please get up quickly."

The reason why Zhu Changluo established Shanghai Mansion was because of the two major advantages of this place!

One is the reason Dong Qichang just said.

After dealing with the pressing political affairs, Zhu Changluo stood up, stretched his waist, and stretched his muscles.

Emperor Wanli was amused by Shen Shixing's words.

Emperor Wanli said: "Why don't you come back to Beijing with me after I and the Crown Prince tour the south this time. The current medical skills of Liu Yuyi and others from Xishan Medical College are even more superb, and there are also a group of Li Shizhen's disciples and grandsons here.

.With them helping you regulate your body, living a long life will not be a problem!”

Zhu Changluo's establishment of Shanghai Mansion was not a bad idea, nor was it a whim.

"In this life, I have received His Majesty's holy grace and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince's kindness. This trip has been worthwhile. Now I can only pray day and night for Your Majesty and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince in my hometown, praying that Your Majesty and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince will be healthy and live a long life.

, it is my greatest wish to make our Ming Dynasty prosperous forever."

Shen Shixing replied: "The aroma is extremely mellow. Although it has a bitter taste, the sweetness is even better!"

Zhu Changluo smiled and said, "Master Dong is really a saleswoman who boasts about her hometown. It's really not subtle at all."

Dong Qichang said: "The terrain here is open, the waves are quiet, and it is where the Yangtze River converges into the sea. It should be considered a treasure place!"

Zhu Changluo hummed, "I understand."

Then Zhu Changluo said: "It is reported that Dong Qichang and Liu Pinru have an audience."

However, since it was a gift from the emperor himself, there still had to be surprises. Shen Shixing quickly thanked him.

Zhu Changluo stood by the window, looking at the scenery outside, and asked: "How is this place?"

Zhu Changluo did not continue to question Liu Pinru.

After Shen Shixing saw Emperor Wanli, he kowtowed excitedly.

Zhu Changluo looked at the scenery outside, feeling the Shanghai style that was different from what he remembered, and was filled with emotions.

When Dong Qichang and Liu Pinru arrived at Zhu Changluo's side, they saluted together and said, "I see your highness."

Shen Shixing hurriedly thanked him, "Thank you so much for your majesty's grace! But I am getting old, and I am in love with my hometown. I can't go far. I just want to have grandchildren in my hometown for the rest of my life, take care of myself, and enjoy a family for a few years."

alright."

Sun Xian was waiting beside Zhu Changluo. Listening to Zhu Changluo's emotion, he didn't understand what it meant.

However, since the question was asked by the crown prince, as a minister, he must answer it.

“Sure enough, it’s a time of great changes!”

Dong Qichang smiled sheepishly, "His Highness has guessed all my little thoughts."

However, as an excellent slave, Sun Xian is still very competent.

Emperor Wanli sighed with emotion, "I understand what you mean, sir. Come, have a taste of the coffee!"

Shen Shixing said: "I am still the same. Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty."

Emperor Wanli was in a good mood and said, "Drink more if you like, and you can accompany me these days. After the prince has dealt with the busy government affairs these days, you can follow my dragon boat all the way west to Jinling to accompany me."

I took a look around and took a stroll."

"How is your health lately, sir?"

Zhu Changluo said: "This is not in the palace, so there is no need to be formal. I have called you here because I have something to discuss with you."

This is crucial to Zhu Changluo!

As long as Zhu Changluo can create a territory that is entirely his own in the Jiangnan area within his control, it will be of great benefit to him in controlling the aristocratic families in the Jiangnan area!

Therefore, the establishment of the Shanghai Prefecture was by no means caused by Zhu Changluo's whim and his bad taste in history. It was completed out of political considerations for control of the Jiangnan region.

The establishment of the Shanghai Prefecture will not only weaken the political appeal of the traditional Jiangnan gentry centered on Jinling and Suzhou, but also economically drain the wealth of Jinling and Suzhou and other places, becoming Zhu Changluo's forbidden concubine!

It can be said that the establishment of the Shanghai Prefecture was definitely a political decision that had all the benefits and no harm to Zhu Changluo!

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Chapter completed!