Chapter 897: Taking advantage of family members? Amend the law
Zhu Di nodded slightly, with a fierce look in his eyes: "Very good, continue to strengthen surveillance, especially the family members of King Han. I want to find the weak point that can be hit with one hit."
The old counselor pondered for a moment and suggested: "Your Highness, maybe we can start with King Han's political opponents in the court, sow discord between them, and make them kill each other, thereby weakening King Han's power."
When Zhu Di heard this, a hint of approval flashed in his eyes: "This plan is very clever. Send the order, secretly contact those officials who are dissatisfied with King Han, and provide them with enough profit temptations to make them our pawns."
The counselors took orders one after another, and the study once again fell into a tense and orderly busy state. Zhu Di stood in front of the window, staring at the capital in the night, secretly planning the next move.
"Your Highness, do we need to make any other preparations in case King Han notices it?" a middle-aged counselor asked cautiously.
Zhu Di turned around, with a fierce look in his eyes: "Of course. King Han is a man of both wisdom and bravery, we cannot underestimate him. In addition to disintegrating his power from within, we also need to create more chaos externally to make things worse.
It’s hard for him to look at the beginning and the end.”
"What do you think, Your Highness?" another counselor asked eagerly.
Zhu Di smiled slightly, with a cunning light in his eyes: "We can make use of the noble people in the court. Although they are famous, they are often too idealistic and ignorant of worldly affairs. We can secretly instigate them to conflict with King Han.
, thus forming a confrontational situation in the court."
"Brilliant plan!" The middle-aged counselor clapped his hands and praised, "In this way, King Han not only has to deal with our offensive, but also has to be distracted to quell the anger of the Qingliu people. It can be said that he is being attacked from both sides."
"But how to provoke the relationship between them?" A young counselor seemed a little confused. He had just entered the officialdom and was not familiar with these political tactics.
The old counselor smiled slightly, with the light of wisdom shining in his eyes: "This is not difficult. We can spread some false news. For example, King Han intends to suppress the people of Qingliu in order to monopolize power. At the same time, let some Qingliu who are dissatisfied with King Han
The noble people publicly accused him in the court, which naturally aroused the anger of the Qingliu people."
Zhu Di nodded in approval: "This plan is very good. However, remember to do it perfectly and not let King Han know that we are behind it. Once he is alert, our plan will be in vain."
The counselors nodded one after another to express their understanding. Zhu Di looked around and felt a little relieved when he saw everyone's expressions of determination.
"In addition," Zhu Di pondered for a moment and continued, "we also need to strengthen our intelligence work to ensure that we are fully aware of King Han's every move. Only in this way can we respond in advance before his offensive comes."
"Don't worry, Your Highness," a counselor in charge of intelligence stepped forward, bowed and said, "We have increased the surveillance of Prince Han's Mansion, and sent more spies to infiltrate the various forces in the DPRK and China to ensure that
Able to obtain the latest information in a timely manner.”
Zhu Di nodded slightly to express his satisfaction. He stood up and walked to the center of the study, his eyes blazing: "Okay! Then we will act according to the plan. Remember, our goal is not only to defeat King Han, but also to stabilize my position in the court.
status, paving the way for the future. Any means, as long as they can serve the overall situation, are legitimate!"
The counselors all bowed and saluted, and responded in unison: "As you command, Your Highness!"
At the same time, in the study room of Prince Han's Mansion, Zhu Han was also discussing countermeasures with his close aides. Under the flickering candlelight, his face looked particularly solemn.
"Your Majesty, those officials in the DPRK who are dissatisfied with the reform have begun to secretly collude with each other to thwart our plans." Zhao Shenjun reported worriedly, "We must prepare in advance to prevent unexpected events."
Zhu Han nodded slightly, with a flash of coldness in his eyes: "Since they can't hold it back, let's have fun with them. Send the order to strengthen intelligence collection and make sure to understand their movements. At the same time, strengthen the contact with the Qingliu people.
, to ensure that they can speak for us in court."
"Yes, Your Majesty." Zhao Canjun accepted the order and left. The study fell into silence again, with only the sound of candlelight dancing echoing.
Zhu Han stood up, walked to the window, and stared at the capital in the night.
"Your Majesty," Mr. Li stepped forward and said softly, "we also need to pay attention to Zhu Di's movements. This person is very cunning and must be guarded against."
Zhu Han nodded slightly, with a firm light shining in his eyes: "Don't worry, I have my own sense of proportion. Although Zhu Di is cunning, as long as we act step by step and be cautious, he will have no chance to take advantage of us."
After saying that, he turned around and glanced at the staff: "Everyone, this reform is not only related to the future of the imperial court, but also related to the rise and fall of our Ming Dynasty. We must work together to overcome the difficulties!"
The staff bowed and saluted one after another, and responded in unison: "I am willing to do my best for the prince!"
In the study, the candlelight was still flickering, reflecting Zhu Han's resolute face. He pondered for a moment and said to his staff: "Everyone, Zhu Di is cunning and changeable, and we must not take it lightly. Next, we must start from many aspects to ensure that
The reform is proceeding smoothly."
Zhao Shenjun took a step forward, cupped his hands and said: "What the prince said is very true. I believe that we need to strengthen intelligence collection. We must not only monitor those officials in the court who are dissatisfied with the reform, but also pay attention to Zhu Di's movements at all times to prevent him from secretly
To cause harm."
Zhu Han nodded in agreement: "What Zhao Shenjun said is reasonable. You will be fully responsible for this matter. We must ensure that the intelligence network is tight and efficient."
At this time, the staff responsible for contacting the Qingliu people said: "Your Majesty, the Qingliu people are very enthusiastic about reform. They are spreading the benefits of reform widely among the people, and they are also actively supporting the prince in the court. But the minister is worried.
, Zhu Di may use their reputation to cause trouble."
Zhu Han frowned slightly, thought for a moment and then said: "This matter really needs to be dealt with carefully. You immediately go to the Qingliu people to remind them to be more vigilant. At the same time, we continue to strengthen our publicity work among the people, so that more people can understand the truth and support
reform."
Mr. Li also stepped forward at this time and added: "Your Majesty, in addition to intelligence and public opinion, we also need to strengthen the construction of the legal system, clarify the crime of corruption, and allow all officials to follow the law. The minister has started to revise the draft law and plans to aggravate the crime."
The intensity of punishment for corrupt officials.”
When Zhu Han heard this, a hint of approval flashed in his eyes: "Mr. Li's move is very good. Revising the law is the fundamental strategy. It must be fair and strict so that all officials can have no escape."
While everyone was discussing, there were sudden footsteps outside the door. An attendant hurried into the study and reported nervously: "Your Majesty, urgent report from the border! The enemy seems to have made some changes and is gathering troops. The intention is unknown.
!”
When Zhu Han heard this, his face darkened, he quickly stood up and told his attendants: "Send the urgent report quickly!"
The attendant hurriedly handed over the urgent report, and Zhu Han took it. After reading it hastily, he said to the staff: "The situation on the border has become turbulent again. We must stay vigilant. General Zhang, you go to the border immediately to assist in the defense and ensure the peace of the border.
"
General Zhang received the order and was about to retreat when Zhu Han added: "At the same time, strengthen contact with the border generals to ensure unimpeded flow of intelligence. If there is any trouble, report it immediately."
General Zhang bowed in response, turned around and left in a hurry. In the study, the atmosphere became solemn again. Zhu Han looked around at the staff and said solemnly: "Everyone, the road to reform is difficult, but we cannot retreat. We must use firm determination
Faith and unremitting efforts will meet every challenge together."
"Your Highness, King Han has strengthened the border defense and sent General Zhang to assist. Do we need to adjust our strategy?" A young counselor stepped forward and asked.
Zhu Di smiled slightly, with cunning in his eyes: "Adjust the strategy? No, we just need to wait for the opportunity. The more nervous King Han is, the easier it will be to reveal flaws."
He turned to the counselor in charge of intelligence: "You immediately strengthen intelligence collection and make sure to understand every step of King Han's movements on the border. At the same time, continue to spread rumors that are unfavorable to King Han, leaving him isolated and helpless in the court."
The intelligence counselor took the order and left, and Zhu Di turned his attention to another counselor: "You are responsible for contacting the courtiers in the court who are dissatisfied with King Han, providing them with more support, and allowing them to attack King Han more actively in the court.
.”
The counselor took the order and left, leaving Zhu Di alone in the study again. He sat alone in front of the case, staring at the candlelight, secretly planning the next move.
On the battlefield on the border, the shouts of killing shook the earth, and the two armies clashed fiercely. Zhu Han stood on a high platform, holding a long gun, and personally supervised the battle. His eyes were like torches, watching every movement on the battlefield.
"Your Majesty, the enemy's offensive is fierce and our army has suffered heavy casualties!" A messenger hurried over and reported anxiously.
Zhu Han gritted his teeth and his eyes became firmer: "Give me the order, the entire army must stand firm and not retreat! At the same time, order the scouts to continue to detect the enemy's movements and look for opportunities to counterattack!"
The soldiers took the order and left, while Zhu Han continued to stand on the high platform and resisted the enemy's attack together with the soldiers.
In the capital, Prince Zhu Biao was also paying close attention to the war situation in the border areas and the reform progress in the DPRK.
"Is there any new news from the Qingliu people?" Zhu Biao asked anxiously in the study.
A close aide quickly stepped forward to report: "Your Highness, the Qingliu people are actively spreading the benefits of reform, and at the same time actively supporting His Highness King Han in the court. But Zhu Di is also working secretly, trying to cause trouble."
Zhu Biao frowned and said in a deep voice: "We must strengthen our contact with them to ensure that the voice of reform is not obscured by Zhu Di's conspiracy. At the same time, we must also remind them to be careful to prevent falling into Zhu Di's trap."
The confidants bowed to accept the order and were about to retreat when Zhu Biao added: "Also, strengthen contact with Uncle Han Wang to ensure that he can learn the situation in Beijing in time so that he can respond. At the same time, we must also
Start preparing for a court meeting and invite all courtiers who support the reform to discuss countermeasures and create greater momentum."
The confidants nodded and quickly left to carry out the order. Silence returned to the study room again, but Zhu Biao's heart could not calm down.
At the same time, in Zhu Han's study, Zhu Han was urgently discussing the border war and the situation in the DPRK with several close aides. Zhao Canjun hurriedly walked in and reported nervously: "Your Majesty, there is an urgent report from the capital. Zhu Di is in the DPRK.
There are frequent activities and it seems that they are deliberately targeting us."
Zhu Han frowned and said in a deep voice: "As expected, Zhu Di will not sit back and watch us smoothly promote the reform. Mr. Li, you should immediately write a letter to His Highness the Crown Prince, reporting in detail the border war situation and the situation between North Korea and China, and ask him to strengthen
Be on guard.”
Mr. Li accepted the order and was about to retreat when Zhu Han added: "At the same time, strengthen the intelligence network in the capital to ensure that we can grasp Zhu Di's every move in a timely manner. Zhao Canjun, you are personally responsible for this matter, and there must be no omissions."
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Zhao Shenjun accepted the order and turned around to leave. Zhu Han looked at his back and prayed secretly in his heart, hoping that all this would calm down as soon as possible.
In Zhu Di's mansion, Zhu Di was plotting countermeasures with several close advisers. A young adviser came forward and whispered: "Your Highness, according to reports from spies, the power of Qingliu people among the people is growing day by day, which is extremely detrimental to us.
.”
Zhu Di sneered, with a flash of sternness in his eyes: "Humph, those scholars who can only talk empty talk are nothing to be afraid of. Send the order and let people spread rumors that the Qingliu people are colluding with King Han to subvert the imperial court and cause panic among the people.
"
Hearing this, the old counselor frowned slightly and reminded: "Your Highness, although this move can temporarily confuse the public, I'm afraid it will arouse public anger and be detrimental to Your Highness' reputation."
Zhu Di waved his hand and said disapprovingly: "Reputation? As long as it can achieve the goal, what is reputation? Send the order and execute it immediately. At the same time, contact the officials in the court who are dissatisfied with King Han and ask them to jointly submit a memorial to impeach King Han."
At the meeting place of Qingliu people, several Qingliu people were gathering together to discuss countermeasures. An older Qingliu person said solemnly: "In recent days, Zhu Di has been active in the court frequently, intending to hinder our reform cause.
We must be more vigilant and strengthen self-protection."
Another Qingliu man said angrily: "Zhu Di, for his own selfish interests, will not hesitate to damage the foundation of the Ming Dynasty. We must not let him succeed!"
At this time, a young Qingliu man suggested: "We can unite the people in the capital and launch a massive demonstration to let His Majesty see our determination and strength."
The older Qingliu people nodded in agreement: "This plan is very clever. At the same time, we must also strengthen publicity to expose Zhu Di's conspiracy and let more people know the truth."
On the battlefield on the border, shouts of killing were heard one after another, and the two armies were fighting fiercely. Zhu Han stood on a high platform, holding a long gun, and his eyes were like a torch. He must hold his position and wait for the arrival of reinforcements.
"Your Majesty, the enemy's offensive is fierce and our army has suffered heavy casualties!" A messenger hurried over and reported anxiously.