Zhu Di thought about Xu Jingchang's method, and suddenly laughed and said: "If you bring this up now, are you afraid that it will be used in North Korea?"
Xu Jingchang smiled and said: "Your Majesty is wise, if the clan remains in the country, no matter how clever the method is, it will be difficult to destroy Fengqing, and it will inevitably be unkind. It would also be a good thing if we could entrust them overseas and give them some land to continue to grow.
What's more, the Tian family is full of talents, but they are only trapped in the Ming Dynasty, which is aggrieved."
The last sentence touches on Zhu Di's heart. Not to mention those brothers, the eldest son Zhu Gaochi is kind and the second son Zhu Gaoxu is brave. It is really difficult to choose between the two, but if one is in charge of the inside and the other is in charge of the outside, everything will be fine.
, the world is at peace.
"Okay, now that I have you in charge of the General Affairs Department, we can finally live in peace and relax." Zhu Di was overjoyed and said with a smile, "I am going to have a banquet for the clan when I have time, so you should come over and inform everyone about this."
Xu Jingchang nodded repeatedly, but for five days in a row, there was no news from the palace.
When Xu Jingchang was in great shock, Zhu Gaochi hurried over. His face was ugly, and he hurriedly approached Xu Jingchang and said directly: "My mother fell down and fell unconscious the day before yesterday. Several imperial doctors rescued her. My father has been guarding me for two days. My mother has been here for two days."
Although I woke up, my body was not as good as before."
Xu Jingchang knew very well that Zhu Gaochi would not be like this if his condition was not serious.
"What do you mean, I'm going to the palace to see my aunt now?"
Zhu Gaochi nodded, "Yes, my mother has something to explain."
Xu Jingchang set off in a hurry and followed Zhu Gaochi into the palace. This time, the palace was heavily guarded, and was different from the past... The more he looked at this, the more Xu Jingchang felt chilled and filled with chills.
What's wrong with Queen Xu?
It's a bit hard to say. It seems that not many of the Xu family lived long lives, and Xu Da only lived in his early fifties.
In her early years, Empress Xu had given birth to children one after another and was in poor health. During the period of crisis, Empress Xu worked hard and risked herself to defend Peiping.
Not only was she exhausted, but she also contracted the cold, and her health has been deteriorating since then.
In history, Queen Xu died of illness early in the fifth year of Yongle.
Xu Jingchang didn't have the ability to change his destiny. He just suggested that Queen Xu do more exercise, recover her body, and at least lose weight.
This method is indeed effective. Empress Xu is indeed much healthier than in history, and she even made a trip to Peking, which fulfilled her wish.
But there are some things that I still can’t seem to resist...
He arrived at the queen's palace with anxiety. The strong smell of medicine irritated his nostrils. Xu Jingchang took one look and hurriedly saluted.
"Nephew, come here. Is aunt okay?"
Queen Xu was unable to move half of her body, so she could only lean on the bed.
When she saw Xu Jingchang, she still showed a happy smile.
"Get up, sit down, sit on the edge of the bed."
Her voice is unclear and you need to listen carefully to understand it clearly.
Xu Jingchang came over in a hurry, sat down, looked up at Queen Xu's haggard face, and felt sad again.
"Auntie, you are sick, why didn't you tell me earlier?"
Empress Xu smiled and shook her head, "What's the use of talking about it? In fact, I had an attack when I was in Peking. Fortunately, it was not serious at the time... I am a woman with a beloved mother in the world. I am nearly fifty years old and have three sons.
When you grow up, no matter what happens, you will die without regrets."
Of course what Empress Xu said was right, but Xu Jingchang still felt bad about it.
"Auntie, I think your problem is not fatal. As long as you have a good rest and recover, you will have a day to recover."
Queen Xu shook her head, "It's just a matter of survival... I have already made arrangements for the Tian family's affairs... I only want to ask you a few questions about the Xu family's affairs."
Xu Jingchang nodded hurriedly, "Auntie just asks, and my nephew will definitely tell the truth."
Empress Xu took a breath and regained some strength, then asked: "I heard that you have offended many people, and there are many complaints from both the government and the public. Are you still safe in your position as general secretary?"
Xu Jingchang smiled calmly, "No one is safe. My nephew is now a first-class official. According to the rules, after three years of evaluation, and after nine years of examination, he will naturally retire when he should. If anyone wants to plot against me, it will not be that easy.
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Empress Xu nodded repeatedly, "I know your methods. It's just that the Xu family is a high-ranking family, a family with two parents, and a respectable family. They won't risk their lives by settling down with those rogues, don't you think so?"
Xu Jingchang thought for a moment and understood what Empress Xu meant, "Auntie wants the child to stay healthy and peaceful, and not to be too sharp."
Queen Xu said: "Yes, this is not my wisdom... Your grandfather is like this. Our Xu family is the head of the nobility, and the generals who are looked up to by the world still have to cherish their feathers. Also, you, the Duke of Dingguo,
"Mai, you and your uncle Wei Guogong are of the same line, we need to love each other and don't make others laugh."
Xu Jingchang nodded, "Of course, my nephew knows this."
Empress Xu breathed again, this time longer than before. She sighed: "For many years, I still often think of the soldiers who were stationed with me in Beiping City during the Jingnan period. Many of them died in the battle.
Only the family members are left to take care of."
Xu Jingchang said: "This is not difficult. There will definitely be corresponding pension regulations. No matter what, we cannot treat the meritorious officials badly."
Queen Xu nodded with satisfaction. Seeing that she looked tired and drooled more from the corner of her mouth, it was obvious that she could no longer hold on. Xu Jingchang took the initiative to resign and walked out.
Zhu Gaochi is still waiting outside.
"Auntie had a stroke. Although it is not fatal, we need to be careful not to relapse again."
Zhu Gaochi nodded, "It's true...Actually, this is all my fault. If Jingnan had been in trouble, I could have guarded Peiping and prevented my mother from worrying about it, and she would not have suffered from the disease."
Xu Jingchang waved his hand, "Your Highness, you don't have to blame yourself. My aunt didn't tell me anything about you guys. She just knew what happened, so don't worry about you."
Zhu Gaochi nodded, but said in a low voice: "Cousin, I have nothing to worry about. It's just the General Affairs Department. If there will be any trouble, you have to be careful."
Even Zhu Gaochi began to worry about Xu Jingchang. Regardless of Xu Jingchang's many identities, the most valuable one among them was probably Empress Xu's nephew. With this person in charge, even Zhu Di would have to show courtesy.
Now that Queen Xu is seriously ill and unable to govern, those suppressed forces may jump out and challenge Xu Jingchang's position.
Now that the matter has come to this, how should we deal with it?
To be honest, Zhu Gaochi doesn't know what happened now.
Xu Jingchang went to see Zhu Di again. He found that Zhu Di looked tired and his eyes were red. He was even more haggard than Queen Xu. Looking at his temples, he actually had a lot of white hair.
When he saw Xu Jingchang, he just sighed, "Young couples come here to keep company. I am nearly fifty years old. I have known the queen since childhood. We have gone through ups and downs and supported her until today. Our relationship is so deep that no one can replace it. If that day comes,
I will not establish another queen. She is the only one in the world who is worthy of being my queen, Zhu Di."
Xu Jingchang nodded, "Your Majesty's husband and wife are deeply in love, just like Emperor Taizu back then. I believe that the Queen will turn the bad luck into good and recover again."
Zhu Di sighed and said nothing more. Xu Jingchang took the initiative to resign and returned to the mansion.
Queen Xu suddenly became seriously ill, but she didn't even notice it.
But the news could not be suppressed after all. Gradually, it spread outside the palace, and the courtiers began to know the news.
The six ministers and nine ministers, these important officials of the imperial court did not make any movement. On the contrary, they were more diligent and careful, and did not even dare to say a single unnecessary word.
As expected of an important minister of the imperial court, he must not be foolish.
Xu Jingchang also went step by step and handled official duties as usual.
But on this day, the General Administration Department received a memorandum from the Imperial College, handed over by a Si Ye named Wang.
This man was so eloquent that he wrote thousands of words, but he only said one thing, officials should be appointed according to their abilities, and titles should be rewarded for merit... Looking at the founding Dukes, Cao Guogong and Wei Guogong, they were all after the famous generals of the founding of the country.
The legacy of kindness and kindness is welcomed by everyone.
The Duke of Qi and the Duke of Cheng have made great contributions in pacifying the situation, supporting the country, and restoring the system of Taizu. They are the pillars of the country, and it is natural for them to be hereditary.
However, among the courtiers, there are some who have no military merits but hold the title of Duke of a country that is hereditary and irreplaceable, which seems to be inappropriate.
Therefore, I dare to speak out and hope that Your Majesty will issue an edict and inform the world.
Although the merits of founding a country and pacifying disasters can be awarded to the Duke of the country, they cannot be inherited hereditary to avoid the proliferation of famous titles and damage to the court's laws.
At the end, this person directly said that he was dedicated to serving the country and had no selfish motives. On the day he submitted the letter, he had already prepared a coffin. If he offended the powerful, it would be unacceptable to the authorities, and he would never regret it even if he died.
"Tongzheng, this person is so cowardly and has ulterior motives. I think he should be punished severely." Hu Xi said anxiously.
Xu Jingchang was very calm, "Is what he said wrong?"
Hu Bi was stunned for a moment and said hurriedly: "Of course he is wrong. He criticized General Affairs with ulterior motives!"
Xu Jingchang smiled, "It's not like I can't attack? Even if your Majesty is wrong, you can still give him advice! Don't make a fuss out of a molehill."
Hu Hui was very surprised. Is this making a fuss out of a molehill?
"Dong Guo, I'm afraid this is just the beginning, and someone else will make trouble later."
Xu Jingchang smiled and shook his head, "I think you are making a fuss out of a molehill... This impeachment memorandum can be said to be meaningful. It will be published in six parts and let everyone discuss it!"
Hu Xi became more and more puzzled. He simply couldn't figure it out. Did Xu Jingchang accept his fate?
Otherwise, why would you allow others to criticize you at will?
"Dong Guo, once this hole is opened, what will happen next will be unimaginable."
Xu Jingchang waved his hand, "Don't worry too much, just do everything as I say."
Hu Hui wanted to say something else, but it was of no use, so he could only do as he was told.
A memorial is known all over the world.
Everyone in the court couldn't help but exclaimed, Xu Jingchang couldn't hold it back anymore?
This kid is at his wits end!
He is finished, really finished.
After losing his aunt the Queen, what else does he have?
There were so many people in the imperial court who hated him, and they were afraid that it was time for a reckoning. Suddenly, some people impeached Xu Jingchang, saying that he had deceived the emperor, stolen power, and pretended to be prime minister, but he had no real dignity.
For a time, Yang Shiqi, Yang Rong, Hu Guang and others all speculated, is Xu Jingchang really going to fall?
