"Second brother, what can I do?" The third prince immediately looked over, his face full of expectation.
If only Chen Changfeng’s so-called imperial examination system could be implemented in the Ming Dynasty.
It won't be long before they are all doomed.
"Don't worry, this method will definitely make it impossible to implement the imperial examination." The second prince smiled.
Everyone looked at the second prince, waiting for his next words.
"Do you think, besides us, who is most worried about the implementation of the imperial examination system?" the second prince asked everyone.
"Of course they are redundant officials who only take their salaries and do nothing." Someone immediately replied.
They also knew that the officialdom of the Ming Dynasty was filled with redundant officials.
But those people are most likely their own seventh uncles and eighth uncles.
No official would think of causing trouble for them.
"Yes, they are those people. My method is to gather them all together, find a few old guys who have retired, and let them take the lead to complain to the emperor."
"As long as there are enough people and the momentum is big enough, are you still afraid that your father will insist on going his own way?" the second prince said slowly.
When everyone heard this, their faces showed joy.
Why didn't they think that since the emperor wanted to eliminate redundant officials and generals, why not let these people rush to the front?
Those people are the most direct victims.
They will definitely oppose this at all costs.
"The second prince is indeed very kind. The former Minister of Rites is still in the capital. He is over seventy years old this year. He is still the husband of His Majesty the Emperor. With him taking action, what else can His Majesty dare to say?"
"Yes, there is also His Majesty the King of Shu. He is His Majesty's uncle. We must invite him out."
"The Second Prince is so good that he thought of a solution immediately. With these people taking action, why are you afraid that His Majesty the Emperor will be stubborn?"
Everyone said this one after another, with great determination in their hearts and smiles on their faces.
The third prince breathed a sigh of relief. He was still inferior to the second prince in terms of strategy. With this method, they didn't even have to offend the emperor.
Instead, let those veterans who have withdrawn from the court take the lead.
What a clever idea indeed.
"Second brother, I think it's best to attack Lao Liu again when making a complaint, otherwise he will always think that we can't deal with him!" the third prince said, with a fierce look on his face.
"Yes, yes, you must bring the prince in. If it weren't for him, what would happen today would not happen."
"We must kill the prince for his majesty."
Everyone also nodded.
In their view, Chen Changfeng was the mastermind behind the whole thing.
If they don't deal with Chen Changfeng, they won't be able to eliminate the resentment in their hearts.
"Don't worry, this time I won't let him walk around without food." The second prince sneered.
…
Tang Mingren has never figured out what ice cubes can do besides relieving the heat in summer.
After returning from Tai Chi Hall, Tang Mingren kept staring at the ice cubes in front of him, thinking hard about what Chen Changfeng was going to use these ice cubes for.
"Dad, what's wrong with you?" Tang Lin looked at his father strangely.
Tang Mingren shook his head and frowned: "What do you think this ice cube can do besides relieving the heat in summer?"
"This ice can only cool down, what else can it do?" Tang Lin smiled and shook his head.
Another half of the basin of saltpeter was poured in, and not long after, huge white smoke rose into the sky.
Looking at the ice cubes gradually condensing in the basin, Tang Lin is still extremely excited.
He never thought that one day he would be able to make ice cubes by himself.
And you can do as much as you want, and as big as you want.
And all of this is due to Chen Changfeng, the Crown Prince whom he has always looked down upon.
"Dad, where do you think the prince came up with such a method? I have never heard of it before." Tang Lin looked at the ice cubes in the basin.
Tang Mingren shook his head and secretly thought that there were many things that Tang Lin had never seen before.
For example, today Chen Changfeng talked about getting an official position through the imperial examination.
That is a true national policy. Once implemented, the national power of the Ming Dynasty will definitely rise to a higher level.
But those people only care about their own immediate interests, and it may not be that easy to get an official position through the imperial examination.
"Dad, what's wrong with you? You haven't spoken since you came back. Did something happen in the court?" Tang Lin put down what he was doing and looked at Tang Mingren.
"It's okay. Just do your job well. Over at the court, dad has his own sense of discretion. The prince will..."
"Sir, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is here." Tang Mingren was about to say that if the Crown Prince comes, he should invite him to see him.
Unexpectedly, the servant had already come to deliver the news.
"Please...forget it, I'll go there by myself." Tang Mingren thought for a moment, then went to the door to greet Chen Changfeng.
Tang Lin was a little confused.
Even if Chen Changfeng put an end to Bing Jing's problem for their family yesterday, his father wouldn't have changed so quickly.
How come his father was also Chen Changfeng's father-in-law, so why did he go to greet him in person?
Chen Changfeng was also surprised.
What would happen if Tang Mingren came out to greet him in person?
"Tang Lao." Chen Changfeng and Tang Mingren held hands.
"Your Highness the Crown Prince." Tang Mingren hurriedly returned the greeting, and then shouted to the people behind him: "Let the kitchen prepare it quickly. I want to have a drink with His Highness the Crown Prince at noon."
The servant was startled, although he felt that his master's attitude changed too quickly, which was a bit strange.
But this is beyond his control.
The servant went to prepare for the luncheon, and Chen Changfeng was invited to the study by Tang Mingren.
The good tea was served, and Tang Mingren and Chen Changfeng stretched out their hands to signal Chen Changfeng to use the tea.
After taking a sip of tea, Chen Changfeng said: "On the way here, I suddenly thought of something and I need Mr. Tang's help."
"Your Highness, the Crown Prince, can give you your orders no matter what." Tang Mingren nodded.
"Getting an official position through the imperial examination is not that simple. Those in the court will definitely obstruct it in every possible way. This matter needs to be known to the people of the world as soon as possible. At least the people in the capital must be familiar with the benefits of getting an official position through the imperial examination."
"There are many people in the court. With just a few of us, we are far from our opponents. We need the power of the people." Chen Changfeng looked at Tang Mingren.
Tang Mingren looked at Chen Changfeng, and then nodded heavily.
He knew what Chen Changfeng said made sense, and this was what Tang Mingren was worried about.
Hundreds of officials in the court formed cliques for personal gain. Chen Changfeng only had a few people, how could he fight with them?
However, if we can get the support of the people all over the world, there will be great potential for obtaining official positions through the imperial examination.
"Tang Lin, you print this booklet and sell it at Fengxue Bookstore..."
"Giving it to the people of the capital for free." Chen Changfeng interrupted Tang Mingren.
Tang Mingren was stunned for a moment, and then quickly changed his words: "Do as His Highness the Crown Prince said."
Tang Lin ran in from outside, took the booklet and ran out quickly.
Chen Changfeng was a little happy that Tang Xueer let Tang Mansion run Fengxue Bookstore, otherwise he would have to do it himself today.
"What His Highness the Crown Prince said does make sense. I was worried just now that if the Second Prince and the others find those retired officials to persecute His Majesty, we won't have any help and the imperial examinations will really fail."
"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is so prepared and thoughtful, I deeply admire him." Tang Mingren stood up. This was the first time he paid homage to Chen Changfeng.
This clearly shows Tang Mingren's respect for Chen Changfeng.
"Mr. Tang is serious. Didn't he say before that he would make some more money with ice cubes? Is Mr. Tang interested in following me to see?" Chen Changfeng helped Tang Mingren up and asked with a smile.
"Of course, His Highness's invitation is a blessing." Tang Mingren nodded with a smile.