"Ping'an has been away from the capital for a long time. I wonder what the hot spots are in the capital recently?" Zhu Ping'an casually asked Wang Gonggong at the table.
"Hot spot?" Wang Gonggong and others were stunned for a moment, with questions on their faces, hot spot, what is a hot spot?
"Oh, it means hot topics and things that attract public attention." Zhu Pingan then realized that he sometimes used a modern tone habitually. People of this generation didn't understand, so he explained it again.
"Master Xiao Zhu deserves to be the number one scholar. The word "hot spot" is well used. It hits the nail on the head, is insightful and vivid." Wang Gonggong praised, and then said with a smile, "Haha, although Master Xiao Zhu has been away from the capital for a long time.
, but as for the recent hot spot in the capital, it is you, Mr. Xiao Zhu.”
"Me?" Zhu Pingan was a little surprised.
"Master Xiao Zhu commanded the Zhejiang Army to achieve a brilliant victory in the battle to defend Suzhou. Almost everyone in the capital knew the name of Master Xiao Zhu. Storytellers in the teahouses and restaurants in the capital were all telling the story of Master Xiao Zhu's clever tactics to defeat the Japanese pirates.
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"They say, Mr. Xiao Zhu, you will have a plan if you blink your eyes, and you will have a plan if you touch your chin."
"There is even a storyteller who said that you have learned a set of martial arts secrets from the Four Books and Five Classics, and have practiced peerless magical skills. Those ferocious Japanese pirates are not your enemies. You can kill them with one finger."
The prince chuckled and told Zhu Pingan a few of the rumors about Zhu Pingan in the capital.
Learned the secrets of martial arts from the Four Books and Five Classics
Zhu Ping'an's mouth twitched when he heard this.
"Besides, what other hot spots are there?" Zhu Pingan asked again.
"Some time ago, Beilu Anda invaded the northern border again. He invaded Xuanfu, Jizhou and Datong several times. He killed many generals. The Holy Emperor was furious and offered a reward for Beiluo Anda's head. The reward was fixed.
"If I answer the question, I will give you 10,000 taels of silver and be awarded the title of count." Wang Gonggong also talked about a hot topic in the capital recently.
After hearing this, Zhu Ping'an's first feeling was that Emperor Jiajing was a little stingy. The problem of northern captives was one of the two serious problems that plagued the Jiajing Dynasty, even worse than the Japanese invasion. It took up half of the imperial court's military expenditures. How can I answer this question?
The first step was to destroy the Northern Barbarians and solve the most stubborn problem of the imperial court, and yet he was only rewarded with 10,000 taels of silver and a lowly earl?!
However, Zhu Ping'an soon felt that Emperor Jiajing was quite generous this time. After all, thinking about it carefully, Emperor Jiajing was very cautious about conferring titles and could not be more cautious.
Zhu Ping'an remembered that there was an old man named Zhou Shangwen in this dynasty. He served as the commander-in-chief of Datong for a long time. During his tenure in guarding Datong, he repelled the invasion of Anda from the North several times. He had outstanding military exploits and was promoted to the governor of the left because of his merit. This is a military attaché.
He was of the highest rank, and was awarded the title of Taibao and Prince Tutor. However, until the old man passed away in office five years ago, he was not able to obtain the title.
After Mr. Zhou passed away, a man named Shen Shu reported to Emperor Jiajing and asked for a posthumous title from Mr. Zhou. As a result, Emperor Jiajing was furious. Not only did Zhou Shangwen request for the title many times when he was still alive, but many others
There were complaints and complaints, but he was tolerant and did not punish him. He handed Shen Shu over to the Jin Yiwei for questioning. The Jin Yiwei imprisoned Shen Shu in prison, where he is still imprisoned to this day.
In such a comparison, Emperor Jiajing's reward this time can be considered quite generous.
Of course, comparing it to myself, I feel that Emperor Jiajing was quite generous to me this time. Being able to serve as the right minister of the Ministry of War in Yingtian and the governor of Zhejiang is definitely an exceptional promotion among exceptional promotions.
"Oh, by the way, counting the time, the Meridian Gate Prisoner Presentation Ceremony is being held in the capital today. I heard that the Japanese prisoners will be executed by Lingchi. I guess there should be a sea of people in Caishikou now, and the common people are watching the execution."
The prince thought of the Meridian Gate Prisoner Presentation Ceremony, took a sip of tea and spoke slowly.
"They deserved to be executed by Ling Chi." Zhu Ping'an did not feel that Ling Chi and others were too cruel and inhumane as Bai Lianhua did.
Why didn't these Japanese pirates think about humanity when they burned, killed, and looted? They were like animals, killing the people, how cruel they were!
They deserved to be executed by Lingchi!
"The reward for Beilu Anda has been increased. I think the rewards for Japanese chief Wang Zhi, Xu Hai and others will also be increased. With Mr. Xiao Zhu's ability, he will be awarded a title soon." Wang Gonggong complimented Zhu Ping'an.
"Haha, the prince has oversold me." Zhu Ping'an shook his head modestly, and then said firmly, "However, in order to repay the kindness of His Majesty, I should do my best to wipe out the Japanese pirates."
"The Za family wishes everyone success, Mr. Xiao Zhu. It's getting late, so I'll take my leave and return to Beijing to resume my duties."
The prince clasped his fists and stood up to say goodbye.
The others also stood up and left.
"My lord, you, and all of you, we have been exhausted from the journey and are exhausted. It is not too late to rest for two days and then return to Beijing to resume our duties."
Zhu Ping'an politely tried to persuade him to stay.
"Thank you for your kindness, Mr. Xiao Zhu. It's just that when we came, the governor gave us an explanation and asked us to go back as soon as possible without any delay."
Eunuch Wang explained.
"This is too hard." Zhu Pingan said with emotion.
"Haha, the Governor said he would give us a ten-day holiday after we return, and then we can have a good rest."
Eunuch Wang said.
After talking about this, Zhu Ping'an couldn't force them to stay, so he had to send them out of the house and set off.
Li Shu had already prepared some local specialties and gave them to Wang Gonggong and others. Wang Gonggong and others accepted them after refusing.
"I almost forgot, Master Xiao Zhu, please speak here." Wang Eunuch pulled Zhu Pingan aside before leaving.
Zhu Pingan followed Eunuch Wang to the roadside.
"It's nothing. I just want to remind Mr. Xiao Zhu that the Holy Father has recently considered establishing a prince. He has repeatedly asked Mr. Yan Ge, Mr. Xu Ge, Mr. Li Ge and some ministers about establishing a prince. In the future, Mr. Xiao Zhu will come back.
When we arrive in the capital, we may also face this problem from the Holy Emperor. Lord Xiao Zhu can make preparations in advance so as not to be caught off guard." Wang Gonggong reminded Zhu Pingan in a low voice. Since the matter involved Emperor Jiajing of Dao, Wang Gonggong pulled Zhu Pingan.
Remind me when we reach a quiet place on the roadside.
"Thank you, Eunuch Wang." Zhu Ping'an cupped his hands and thanked him.
"You're welcome, Mr. Xiao Zhu. The Za family is leaving." Wang Gonggong said with a smile, clasped his fists and left.
Establish a reserve.
This is indeed a difficult question to answer.
Not only is it difficult to answer, it's also life-threatening.
Who should be appointed as the crown prince, King Jing or King Yu?
If you recommend King Jing as the crown prince, you will offend King Yu; but if you recommend King Yu as the crown prince, you will also offend King Jing. If you offend the only heir to the Ming Dynasty, you still want to get good results!
But if no one recommends it, it will be difficult for Emperor Jiajing to pass, and his impression in Emperor Jiajing's heart will be greatly reduced.