The city of Beijing was very busy early in the morning. Since the city gate opened, countless businessmen and people have been coming in and out. At noon, the number of people here gradually became sparse, but at this time, a group of people came to the gate of the capital.

people.

The status of Jin Yiwei in the Ming Dynasty is very special, so when they saw the arrival of Jin Yiwei, the soldiers guarding the city immediately drove away the surrounding people. But what surprised them was that every time it was Jin Yiwei who rode in on horseback, this time it was not

They didn't do that. Instead, they all got off their horses obediently, and in the middle of this group of royal guards were two people, two old men in rough clothes.

The two old men, each riding a donkey, walked towards the city gate in a leisurely manner. However, the expressions on the faces of the imperial guards seemed to be very anxious at this time. They looked at the city gate from time to time, and then at the old man behind them.

, but he didn’t dare to say anything.

Looking at the strange group of people, the soldiers guarding the city were very curious, but they did not dare to go forward and ask. They were afraid of avoiding the Jin Yiwei, let alone go forward to irritate him.

Naturally, this group of people was Xu Guangqi, who had just arrived in Beijing. They did not stop too much, and their destination was the Forbidden City.

"Your Majesty, Xu Guangqi is here, waiting outside!" When the little eunuch outside came to report, Emperor Tianqi was having lunch. Thinking of Emperor Tianqi's explanation, Chen Hong hurriedly came to Emperor Tianqi's side.

After listening to Chen Hong's words, Emperor Tianqi said loudly: "Quick, please come in." For this famous person in history, he could finally see his true appearance. At this time, all the rumors and historical facts were false. Emperor Tianqi

I can't wait in my heart.

Following the slow footsteps, a figure appeared in the hall. When Emperor Tianqi saw Xu Guangqi, he was stunned. The difference between the man in front of him and the Xu Guangqi in his imagination was so big. In Emperor Tianqi's impression

This Xu Guangqi should be wearing a feather fan and a wide turban, or he should be wearing a suit, wearing a small hat, and holding a walking stick in his hand. At this time, what was in front of Emperor Tianqi was an old man wearing coarse cloth.

He was slightly stooped and his hair was a little white, but the expression on his face still looked good. Emperor Tianqi did not expect that this old man who looked like an ordinary old farmer was the famous Xu Guangqi. There was nothing special about him.

This gap made Emperor Tianqi stunned at the time.

"Common man Xu Guangqi, please see our emperor, long live long live." It wasn't until Xu Guangqi saluted him that Emperor Tianqi slowly came to his senses, gently helped him up and said, "My dear, you have worked hard all the way, please give me this gift."

sit."

When Xu Guangqi sat down, Emperor Tianqi said slowly: "I have long wanted to fall in love with you gradually, and today I finally got my wish. I am very happy."

"The common people are ashamed." At this time, Xu Guangqi still didn't know what the emperor who had just ascended the throne wanted to do, so naturally he would not treat him sincerely. The old head Xu felt deeply about the Ming Dynasty emperor's meanness and unkindness.

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"My dear, you haven't eaten yet! I think it's been a hard journey all the way here." Taking a look at Xu Guangqi, who was dusty with travels, Emperor Tianqi knew that this person should have come directly to the palace. Because he was in a hurry to summon him, he didn't even salivate.

Drink. After thinking for a while, Emperor Tianqi turned his attention to Chen Hong and said: "Go, ask someone to prepare a table of meals, and bring it here to Xu Aiqing."

Not long after, a table of simple meals was placed on the table. Since it was prepared for Xu Guangqi, it was naturally not as lavish as Emperor Tianqi's.

"I'm ashamed of myself." Xu Guangqi was really hungry at this time. After being polite, he stopped being hypocritical and sat there and started eating.

Seeing this old Xutou with such a good appetite, Emperor Tianqi was very happy, seeing that he could still work well for himself for a few years.

After Old Man Xu finished eating and drank a cup of tea, Emperor Tianqi took him to the Imperial Study Room, where he wanted to find out whether this man was as powerful as the legend said.

"Xu Aiqing, I came to you because I want you to handle something. I wonder if you are qualified?" Looking at Xu Guangqi with a smile, Emperor Tianqi said slowly.

"I wonder what your Majesty wants to entrust you with?" What Emperor Tianqi didn't expect was that Xu Guangqi not only did not kneel down to thank him, nor did he say that he must dedicate himself to his work, but he said this. After being stunned for a moment, Emperor Tianqi thought.

Yixi. I have always firmly believed in Wei Xiaobao's views. Most capable people can't say anything, and most of what they can say is like the tip of a silver wax gun. When Xu Guangqi asked this, he was a doer at first sight.

When Emperor Tianqi was observing Xu Guangqi, Xu Guangqi was also observing the new master. He was once full of passion, he was once full of passion, and he was once full of ambition. However, after so many years of hard work, the old man Xu was exhausted mentally and physically.

.This also makes him more and more cautious, or cautious. He is already so old. If he is not a wise master, he only hopes to live a good life for a few years.

"What do you think of the current situation in the Ming Dynasty?" Emperor Tianqi looked at Xu Guangqi and said seriously. This was a test of his own. As the saying goes, those who do not plan for the world cannot plan for a moment; those who do not plan for the overall situation cannot plan for a region.

Emperor Tianqi wanted to see what old man Xu thought. Compared to Yuan Chonghuan, Emperor Tianqi was more looking forward to his performance.

"At the end of the day, the building will collapse." Xu Guangqi also wanted to test Emperor Tianqi at this time, so he boldly spoke his mind. If Emperor Tianqi could clearly understand the problems of the Ming Dynasty, he would be willing to sincerely

Do something. If not, then just use this sentence to anger Emperor Tianqi and drive him home.

After listening to Xu Guangqi's words, Emperor Tianqi was immediately overjoyed. This old head Xu was really good. Not only could he clearly understand the situation in the Ming Dynasty, but he also knew how to test himself. Emperor Tianqi smiled and said lightly: "Ai Qing, this is

When it comes to planning for the country, I’m afraid not many people in the court have as much insight as Aiqing. I wonder how Aiqing thinks we can save the Ming dynasty, which is about to collapse?"

At this time, Xu Guangqi was already overjoyed. This emperor was really a wise master. He had to meet a wise master with his talent. He could finally show his ambition. After calming down his mind, he said excitedly: "At this time

If the Ming Dynasty wants to revive, there is only one way, and that is reform."

"Yes! Reform, Zhang Juzheng's New Deal, brought a glimmer of light to the Ming Dynasty, but in the end it ended in his personal demise. Do you know why, Aiqing?" Emperor Tianqi was also full of emotion at this time. Reform, this word has become the most popular word in history.

It has appeared countless times, but how many times have it been successful?
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