The huge Prince Yan's mansion was extremely quiet. Zhu Di led Xu Xiu and Lin Yun, who were dressed in regular clothes, into the secret room and poured them tea in person.
Judy asked them to sit down, but she stood.
"I have no choice but to bother you two adults late at night. The people in the capital are very ignorant, and you two are in high positions. Zhu was forced to take this trick. I hope you will forgive me..."
As Zhu Di was about to bow and salute, Xu Xiu and Lin Yun dared to let King Yan do this, so they quickly stood up to stop him.
"What did King Yan say? You can find Mr. Lin and I. This is an opportunity for us to be promoted. We are grateful. We will help King Yan sit on the throne."
Xu Xiu pulled Lin Yun and said with a compliment.
"Yes, yes, the official department and the household department all obey the orders of King Yan..." Lin Yun agreed.
Judy saw it in her eyes and remembered it in her heart. Lin Yun was his old accomplice, so she could rest assured.
But if this Xu Xiu was not available to anyone, he would sneer and look down upon him.
The original Zhang Dang, after Zhang Yuanhai gradually lost power, took Zhang Dang's secrets as a surrender certificate and relied on the young emperor. After successfully gaining his trust, he led his staff to defect to him.
Slaves with three surnames are despised by the world.
Judy was thinking in her heart, but she smiled at each other on the outside, holding tea and said respectfully: "When I take the throne of the 9th Five-Year Plan, I will definitely make you two Dukes of the country!"
Xu Xiu and Lin Yun were so grateful that they knelt down and kowtowed. They were dignified ministers and did not hesitate to treat others as dogs in order to go further.
"This imperial examination is the best opportunity to disintegrate the power of the little emperor, and you two can play a decisive role, so you two adults, do you understand what Zhu means?"
"We are willing to serve King Yan!"
"Okay! Then please trouble Master Xu to allow these people to participate in Enke smoothly. I guess with Master Xu's ability, I shouldn't need to teach you."
Judy handed several notes to Xu Xiu. The names written on them were all vicious criminal robbers. But on the notes, there was a new identity...
"As for Mr. Lin, he will be responsible for approving the expenses of members of the Beidi and Loyalty Association. Since the little emperor is willing to give money and food to the candidates, let him bleed!"
Lin Yun immediately understood what Judy meant and accepted the order.
After sending Xu Xiu and Lin Yun away, Di Yun quietly appeared in the dark.
"Sir, the forces in King Han's fiefdom have been clearly investigated."
Judy retracted her fake smile, without even looking at Di Yun. She picked up the tea and said slowly: "Recruit the manpower near King Han's fiefdom and do it as soon as possible. Remember to leave the Jin Yiwei sign."
"Also, should we develop the members of the Capital Loyalty Association as soon as possible? The power of the Holy Cult is growing more and more, and we, the Loyalty Association, cannot fall behind..."
Di Yun accepted the order and retreated, deeply admiring Yan in his heart.
If the King of Han is unwilling to cooperate, then force the King of Han to cooperate; if there is no one available in the court, then secretly develop contacts; and even reach cooperation with the Holy Cult...
Judy was alone, quietly sipping tea, and suddenly laughed inexplicably.
It’s like seeing Zhu Youde’s head fall to the ground and he ascends to the throne!
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There were no major events in the capital these past two days. All the ministers were busy with the imperial examinations and the court was very quiet.
Zhu Youde did not have to confront the ministers every day. During the day, he changed memorials, played with beauties, and worked hard to give birth to a prince at night. He was happy and carefree.
The civil and military examination was scheduled for three days later. Many new faces came to Jinling City. Zhu Youde ordered Wang Po to send troops to patrol to avoid disputes.
That night, under a clear sky, Zhu Youde and his harem beauties set off fireworks in the Imperial City Square.
Looking at the colorful fireworks, Zhu Youde just understood why this thing is so popular among the people. Which woman can refuse a firework that blooms for you?
"Your Majesty, these are first-class fireworks. Why don't you try the effect?" Tang Qingyu held a bunch of fireworks and handed them to Zhu Youde.
These first-class fireworks are more than twice as expensive as ordinary fireworks.
But the effect is twice that of ordinary fireworks!
It stands to reason that all fireworks on the market have similar ingredients. The only thing that makes sense is that first-class fireworks use high-quality gunpowder.
But high-quality gunpowder can only be found in the Firearms Bureau!
There is definitely something wrong with that craftsman!
"Wang Banban, go to the Firearms Bureau tomorrow and send the craftsman to the Criminal Department for a thorough investigation! Don't leak the gunpowder!"
"Yes, Your Majesty." As soon as Wang Zhonghou finished speaking, a young eunuch came running over in a hurry.
"Your Majesty, Your Majesty, General Wang is here to report that there is a fire in the capital, affecting the people!"
Zhu Youde was shocked!
I am really afraid of what will happen!
"Are there any casualties? Why?"
The little eunuch gasped and said: "The fire was caused by the sudden explosion of firecrackers. Fortunately, General Wang led his people to control it in time, and there were no casualties."
Firecrackers suddenly exploded?
Zhu Youde was shocked. The firecrackers on the market are no different from fireworks. You can only hear the sound. These are not ordinary firecrackers!
"Wang Banban, follow me out of the palace. I want to see it myself."
The reason was the same. He suspected that the gunpowder might have leaked.
That craftsman most likely used fine gunpowder to make fireworks, firecrackers and other gunpowder products and sold them in the capital.
By the time Zhu Youde arrived at the starting point, Wang Po had already taken control of the scene, the craftsman had been arrested by Wang Po, and Tang Huo also came after hearing the news.
"Your Majesty, a humble minister has failed in his work and actually allowed his craftsmen to enrich his own pockets. Please punish him!"
Tang Huo's dark face was covered with wrinkles and his voice was trembling.
He is well aware of the seriousness of gunpowder leakage. It can be used to make firecrackers and other things, but if it is leaked to criminals or enemy countries, it will not just be a fire.
At the same time, he was also puzzled. Apart from him and Feng Bogong, only a few craftsmen knew the composition and proportion of gunpowder. These craftsmen had been investigated not long ago for being involved with Zhang Dang, so logically they should not be leaked...
"Your Majesty, we have found out that Liu Hong, the craftsman of the Firearms Bureau, secretly manufactures gunpowder products and uses high-quality gunpowder." Wang Po told Zhu Youde the process and results.
Hearing this, Zhu Youde was furious, put his foot on Liu Hong's chest, and shouted: "Where do you get the high-quality gunpowder ingredients?"
Liu Hong was so frightened that he was so frightened that he kicked him. He knew that he was ashamed of Zhu Youde, so he burst into tears and said: "Your Majesty, the common people confess their guilt! The composition of the gunpowder is, Li Ping gave it to me..."
Tang Huo on the side added: "Your Majesty, the craftsman of Li Ping Firearms Bureau is a member of Zhang Party and was executed not long ago."
"Why did Li Ping give you the ingredients of gunpowder?" Zhu Youde asked with a cold face.
People in Zhang’s party know the ingredients of gunpowder, and there is a great possibility that they will be leaked to the Xiongnu!
Sure enough, Liu Hong tremblingly told how he leaked the ingredients of gunpowder to the Xiongnu and how he made firecrackers for sale.
"You bastard!" Tang Huo was furious and slapped him in the face: "His Majesty attaches great importance to the Bureau of Firearms. All the craftsmen see it, but you are the only one who eats shit and leaks the ancestral belongings of my Tang family.
To the Huns! Do you know what this means!"
As he spoke, Tang Huo slapped Liu Hong on the face several more times, wishing he could eat Liu Hong alive.
Zhu Youde's face was gloomy, his eyes flashed with murderous intent, and he suppressed his anger and asked: "Which combination was given?"
"Yes, it is the most original..."
Zhu Youde nodded, took hold of Wang Po's saber, drew it out and stabbed Liu Hong to death.
"Block the news, thoroughly investigate all craftsmen of the Firearms Bureau, and strictly control the gunpowder products on the market!"
An angry shout made Tang Huo panic.
But Zhu Youde did not punish him and left under escort.
Fortunately, the gunpowder was leaked to the Xiongnu. Fortunately, it was only the most primitive ratio. In addition, the Xiongnu's raw materials were impure, so the weapons produced by the Xiongnu were definitely not as good as the Daliang Fire Gun.
But what is certain is that Daliang Fire Gun will lose its absolute advantage!
New weapons need further upgrades!
Zhu Youde must be half a step ahead, half a step is enough!
On the way back to the palace, a letter came from the Tang Palace manager. It was from Zheng Ling'er.
After reading the letter, Zhu Youde was shocked and hurried to Chunfeng Tower...
[The author has something to say]
It's a bit late today. I reviewed and rejected a chapter and revised it a bit.
Thanks to book friend [2008] for his suggestions in Chapter 23. It is very good. Thank you very much. I will modify it according to the suggestions.