Victory in the war can be expected, but the transformation of the national system is a long-term and arduous task. It is more difficult than fighting a war, requires more patience, and requires more attention to strategies and methods.
After birthday congratulations, gifts, rewards, and condolences were completed, Zhu Yongxing and hundreds of officials came to the outside of the palace to watch a play and entertain themselves amidst the sound of gongs and drums.
"I wish my father a long life!" The two girls knelt down to pray for their birthday, which made Zhu Yongxing extremely happy. They hugged each other, one on the left and the other on the right, smiling from ear to ear.
"I respectfully wish you long life and good health..." Mengzhu and Longer smiled warmly, knelt down and saluted.
"You are pregnant, so there is no need to be polite." Zhu Yongxing nodded with a smile, sat next to the throne, and motioned for the two noble concubines to sit on both sides.
"Rou'er, Jia'er, come down quickly." Mengzhu and Long'er each called their daughters down.
Although father and daughter are close, due to Zhu Yongxing's status, in the eyes of Mengzhu and Longer, it is still inappropriate to be so casual outside.
Zhu Yongxing was a little helpless, feeling that the lively drum music was not as comfortable as the easy-going warmth in the palace. The two concubines were both pregnant, with a difference of about one or two months. This was also the benefit of having fewer people in the palace, and they did not have to wait for ten and a half days.
It even took a year and a half before the brand was turned over.
Rou'er seemed to be sitting obediently next to her mother, but her eyes moved from time to time, obviously not interested in the babbling entertainment. Although Jia'er also has the naughty and fun-loving nature of children, she looks more calm than her sister.
You can also see it. Now, she is holding a rag doll about her size and having a lot of fun.
"If you two are bored, go and play by yourself. I'm afraid this opera won't be to your liking." Zhu Yongxing tilted his head and looked at Rou'er's little appearance, and said with a smile: "Take your sister and let the palace attendants accompany you. No need."
It’s great to be patient and patient here.”
Rou'er smiled happily, her eyes turned into crescent moons, she jumped down and took her sister's hand, and the two children walked away with crisp laughter.
"Haha, let the children be happy and happy, don't be too strict." Zhu Yongxing explained his reasons before Mengzhu, one on each side, and held the hands of the two beloved concubines.
"Jia'er seems to be calm, and this Rou'er——" Mengzhu shook her head gently, smiling bitterly.
"It would be better if the children are more lively." Long Er persuaded him from the side, then held Zhu Yongxing's hand to his chest and asked with a smile: "Your Majesty, is that Emperor coming to Nanjing? What should be the greetings and etiquette for meeting?
, this Ministry of Rites should also have a charter, right?"
Zhu Yongxing pondered for a moment, rubbed his hand hard on Long Er's chest, and said with a smile: "You don't have to worry about this. The Supreme Emperor just calls you nice, do they still dare to pick on you?"
"According to what I see, it would be best if he is willing to relinquish his honorary title and abdicate the throne and return to the feudal clan." Mengzhu said quietly: "I heard that Queen Wang is quite famous, so she must be a wise person, right?"
"If Queen Wang were as smart as you, she would naturally persuade Yongli to try her best to avoid suspicion." Zhu Yongxing took Mengzhu's hand, sniffed it gently between his nose, paused for a long time, and then said: "Yongli has nothing to worry about, I
What we need to be on guard against are those old ministers with ulterior motives. Well, since the throne has been decided, there is no need to be too harsh on the royal family to avoid criticism. As for abdicating the throne and returning to the feudal clan, sooner or later, he must make his own proposal."
Although Yongli is not a worry, he is not too old. If he has children in the future, he will be able to compete for the throne with the title of Supreme Emperor. At that time, Emperor Jingtai was the crown prince who wanted to dethrone the Yingzong, so he left himself
The son pushed him forward, which aroused the dissatisfaction of the officials. It was only when Emperor Jingtai had no successors and the country was shaken that the coup took place.
Therefore, Zhu Yongxing must use both soft and hard tactics to force Yongli to give up the title of Supreme Emperor and abdicate to the vassal, thereby legally establishing the royal succession of his own lineage.
"Your Majesty, if you want to stabilize the country, you should enrich your harem and not give excuses to others." Mengzhu advised tactfully: "I am extremely lucky to have the emperor's love and respect, and I must not dare to mislead your majesty for personal reasons.
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"My concubine thinks so too." Long Er hurriedly echoed: "To bring other people into the inner palace and treat them as concubines has caused controversy. If there are no Han women in the inner palace, chaos may easily arise in the future and the society will be shaken.
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Expelling the Tartars and restoring China is a general term. Specifically, most people would define it as restoring the country of the Han Dynasty. In other words, the emperor must be Han Chinese, the bureaucracy must be dominated by Han people, and
Represents the interests of the majority of Han people.
Accepting a concubine from another ethnic group, and one from a nation that has made great efforts and contributions in the fight against the Qing Dynasty, the ministers and people can reluctantly accept it. But if the queen is not Han, and if the emperor's successor is not of pure Han ancestry, he will
It provoked unimaginable opposition and even caused civil strife in the country.
Zhu Yongxing thought he could control the situation, but he also knew the fate of Jingnan and Zhu Yunwen. He didn't want his heirs to get into trouble because of this, and he didn't want some people to have excuses and reasons to fight for power. This may have nothing to do with loyalty.
, it has nothing to do with the dynasty, but the deep-rooted ideas held in people's hearts. Therefore, if you look at the history books, no one who is a Han emperor would dare to risk such a big violation of the world.
Similarly, Mengzhu and Longer also saw this. Although they felt distressed and helpless, they had to succumb to this stubborn traditional concept. In order to stabilize Zhu Yongxing's status and for the safety of their children, they had to make choices.
Zhu Yongxing sighed softly and held the hands of the two concubines tightly. There was no need to use too many words or too many apologetic words. He knew how these two women felt about him and how helpless their choices were.
.He can only compensate them in behavior, and compensate him and their children.
In the Philippines, Borneo, and even India and Australia, the land Zhu Yongxing wants to occupy will not only belong to the Ming Dynasty, but may also be the fiefdom of his sons and daughters.
"Your Majesty, when the Northern Expedition is successful, how about we start drafting women? I will help you find them." Mengzhu stroked her abdomen with one hand and said with a smile, "Isn't it about next year?"
"Which show girl should I choose?" Zhu Yongxing shook his head slightly and said, "Just let nature take its course."
"Let nature take its course and there must be someone to choose from!" Long Er said with his big eyes blinking: "Your Majesty is diligent in government affairs and doesn't often go out. He sees less women on weekdays. I don't know when I will meet the one I like?"
"I'm afraid it's not that convenient if I want to move around a lot." Zhu Yongxing thought for a while and said with a smile: "Even you guys have to be bored in the palace. Well, in a while, I can find an excuse and let's go to Yangzhou for fun.
good?"
"Okay!" Long Er was a little excited, but also worried and touched his belly.
"It shouldn't be a serious problem." Zhu Yongxing noticed Long Er's concerns and comforted him: "There won't be any bumps if we walk along the canal."