After returning to the capital, he met Zhu Si in Sixianju that afternoon. At this time, he and Zhu Si were already somewhat distant, probably because they hadn't seen each other for a long time.
"...Jingdao, are you going to leave as soon as you come back? Are you going to Tianjin? It's too far, just stay in the capital."
When Zhu Si learned that the purpose of Zhu Hao's return was to ask for instructions to go to the Tianjin Shipyard, Zhu Si was naturally a little unhappy.
Zhu Haodao: "As the minister of the Ministry of Industry, I should complete my errands and do everything I should do well."
Zhu Si shook his head: "You can be the minister of the Ministry of Industry and stay in the capital to handle official affairs. Why do you have to do everything yourself? If you have to do everything in the world, then what's the use of having other ministers? Besides, you have to do everything in the world.
, if you are in Xishan, it is not complicated for me to discuss something with you, just ask someone to inform you. But if you go to Tianjin, it will take at least two days to come and go if you have something to do."
Judging from the meaning, Zhu Si was talking about his respect for Zhu Hao, as if he would discuss everything with Zhu Hao.
But Zhu Hao knew that Zhu Si was now more mature and more experienced in handling state affairs. The eunuchs and eunuchs, including Zhang Zuo, were also more able to adapt to the situation in reviewing memorials. As a hidden minister, Zhu Hao
The existence of is actually no longer necessary.
And Zhu Hao didn't like to be a prime minister. His goal was still to change the Ming Dynasty through the power of the emperor.
"Your Majesty, don't you want to build all the big ships earlier and set sail to open up new territories for the Ming Dynasty?" Zhu Hao asked.
Zhu Sidao: "I think so, but do you really need to do things like shipbuilding in person? Can't you leave it to others?"
Zhu Hao smiled and said: "That's right. The newly built large ship must not only have the characteristics of high speed and stability in navigation, but more importantly, it must be equipped with various new firearms, such as artillery, etc., and the layout of the deck and sails, light and
It relies on drawings and imparting experience through the air. Many things cannot be explained clearly, so I have to go there in person."
"Isn't it shipbuilding?"
Zhu Si was a little confused when he heard this.
Anyway, he didn't understand. In the past, Zhu Hao did whatever he said, but now he was struggling with the fact that Zhu Hao should not leave the capital for the time being.
Zhu Haodao: "The ships have basically been built. After trying to sail, these ships are very stable and have the strength to be used as sea ships for expeditions. More importantly, they no longer need to rely entirely on sails to sail, and can be driven by steam turbines.
The propeller moves forward, and the power is much higher than before."
"Hey, when you said that, I became interested. I really want to see it with my own eyes... Otherwise, I will go with you!"
Zhu Si suddenly became interested.
When he was still a child, Zhu Hao described some situations of the great voyage, which made him full of yearning for the overseas world.
Although he is now the emperor, it does not affect his childhood dream. Even if he cannot take a big ship to go overseas, he can at least go to the beach to see the scenery... And it is really not interesting to be in the capital, otherwise he would not always find it.
The opportunity ran outside the palace.
Zhu Hao said: "Your Majesty's foundation is not stable now, and it is not suitable to leave the capital yet."
"Ahem! You always say that!"
Zhu Si looked a little unhappy.
Zhang Zuo listened for a long time and finally couldn't help but asked: "Mr. Zhu, when will your Majesty be able to go on patrol? In fact, His Majesty has long wanted to go back to Anlu for a visit."
In fact, Zhu Hao couldn't hide this.
Zhu Si asked Chiang to reincarnate in Anlu, nominally to build a family temple, mausoleum, etc., but in fact it also meant to pave the way for him to return to Anlu. After arriving in the capital, Zhu Si never had a sense of belonging to put down roots, probably only the Xingwang Mansion.
A place where he can feel safe.
In history, Zhu Si did have an inexplicable yearning for returning to Anlu.
Zhu Hao said: "It will take another two years."
Zhu Si waved his hands impatiently and said, "You can go if you want. I'll give you half a month. Can you come back?"
Zhu Hao saluted: "Okay."
"Well, I'll go for half a month this time, and don't go anywhere when I come back! I just want you to be the cabinet boss. After you join the cabinet, I will kill the people in front of you one by one. You will be the boss.
Chief Minister, from now on you can handle court affairs alone, and I can go on patrol with peace of mind!"
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The ministers in the DPRK were still debating who the emperor wanted to join the cabinet, but in fact Zhu Si only had one candidate in mind.
When Zhu Hao and Zhu Si returned to the meeting hall to see Tang Yin after their meeting, Tang Yin also expressed similar views.
"Where is your Majesty?" Tang Yin asked.
"Going back to the palace."
Zhu Hao said, "Your Majesty just came out to have a look. Now he no longer just wants to watch a show in Sixianju, but also wants to go out to the market and get in touch with the fireworks of the world."
Tang Yin nodded: "Recently there are rumors in the capital that your Majesty wants to recommend a new cabinet minister to fill the vacancy of Huang Butang. The cabinet is discussing matters in the inner court, and your Majesty has recommended no one except you. It seems that you are not accepted.
Your Majesty would rather leave the pavilion empty than find anyone else."
Although Tang Yin was a cabinet bachelor in name only, as soon as he returned to the capital, Liu Chun immediately came to ask for advice. Cabinet affairs were no secret to him.
"oh."
Zhu Hao didn't take it seriously.
When he came back this time, there was a pile of memorials waiting for his review.
When Zhu Si left the palace this time, he personally delivered these memorials to Zhu Hao. This does not mean that Zhu Hao had to come and review these memorials. Zhu Si just wanted to express his absolute trust in Zhu Hao in this way.
Zhu Hao said: "Sir, you haven't approved any of them?"
Tang Yin rolled his eyes at Zhu Hao and said: "I am a cabinet minister. When will it be my turn to have the power of criticizing Zhu Hao? Even if I draw a circle on it, it would be an overstep... Besides, do you think I can criticize the handwriting?
Like you, imitating His Majesty's calligraphy so vividly?"
Zhu Hao pursed his lips: "But you don't classify it either..."
"No time, let alone energy."
Tang Yin answered very simply.
Even if I come to Sixianju, it's you, Zhu Hao, who should do the work, so don't blame it on me, don't make me waste my time and energy.
Don't you know I'm going to die?
How do you feel about letting a dying person do your work for you?
Tang Yin probably felt that saying this was a bit irresponsible, and immediately added: "In the past, Mr. Yang Ge and Mr. Jiang Ge had many conservative opinions on the drafting of memorials and drafts in various places, which restricted His Majesty. Your Majesty needs you to balance the two."
But now Mr. Fei Ge and others are more attached to His Majesty’s opinions. I think most of them just need to approve the votes according to the draft and there will be no problem. There is not so much trouble at all.”
Tang Yin saw this very clearly.
Today is different from the past. The cabinet is now gradually becoming "flattery", and this kind of flattering and flattering is reflected in all aspects.
The biggest advantage is that it is easier for Zhang Zuo to review the memorials, because many of the drafts follow the emperor's wishes at first glance, unlike when Yang Tinghe and Jiang Mian were the first assistants, most of the memorials said that they should abide by the Ming ancestral system, and in terms of finance
In terms of allocation, most of them tend to be conservative, focusing on benefiting the people but not doing so in a practical way, and talking about righteousness rather than sticking to trivial matters.
In comparison, the current cabinet vote plan is more pragmatic.
There is less of the pedantry of Confucian officials, and they are more flexible and changeable in dealing with people's livelihood, and no longer stick to the rules.
"If you don't want to join the cabinet, you can recommend someone to His Majesty."
Tang Yin saw Zhu Hao sitting there without even holding a pen, so he couldn't help but remind him.
Zhu Hao shook his head: "The structure of the cabinet is just right now. The three people each perform their duties, and they are even slightly conservative. However, because of the prestige of Mr. Fei Ge, there is room for change in court affairs, whether it is conservative or seeking change.
They can all safeguard their own interests in this delicate balance. Why break this rare balance?"
Tang Yin nodded.
While we were talking, Huang Jin came in from outside.
"Eunuch Huang, is something wrong?"
Tang Yin stood up and asked.
Huang Jin came in and said: "Two gentlemen, it's like this. His Majesty just gave an order to hand over all the cases of recent imprisonment to Mr. Zhu. He also said that Mr. Zhu should finish the matters at hand first, and then
It’s not too late to go to Tianjin.”
Tang Yin looked at Zhu Hao with a smile on his face.
The general meaning is, you are so good, the emperor cannot leave you for a moment now, and will try his best to keep you in the capital for a while.
"Excuse me, Eunuch Huang."
After Zhu Hao finished speaking, he took a stack of files handed over by Huang Jin.
Huang Jin added: "Mr. Zhu, Zhu Qianhu has been stranded in the capital. Our family originally wanted to keep him in Beizhen Fusi, but we are afraid of you... What do you think we should do now?"
Zhu Wanhong came to hand over the criminals of the tribute battle last time and stayed in the capital.
Of course, as Zhu Wanhong, he had no choice but to meet Zhu Hao again.
Zhu Hao is no longer an ordinary hidden figure. On the surface, he has served as a minister of two departments and a bachelor of the Hanlin Academy. Such a prominent status has rarely been exposed to the public. Zhu Wanhong does not know where Zhu Hao is now, and he does not even dare to visit rashly.
visit.
"Let him go back to Nanjing, I don't want to see him." Zhu Hao said, "But... I just want him to go to Tianjin with me! Or I can use him again."
Originally, Zhu Hao wanted to send Zhu Wanhong back directly, but suddenly he thought that he might be able to drag Zhu Wanhong to the shipyard.
Before the big voyage, Zhu Hao planned to conduct a drill with the large ship he supervised. He would first sail to the southeast coast to fight against Japanese pirates. In addition to the necessary equipment of troops and horses, he also needed the cooperation of royal guards. Zhu Wanhong wanted to make achievements all day long anyway.
Then give him a job that is easy to achieve but very difficult.
"Yes, that's what our family told him."
Huang Jin was also thinking, probably the Zhu family also broke bones and tendons.
This was also the reason why he kept Zhu Wanhong in the capital despite knowing that Zhu Hao did not want to see the Zhu family.
Of course, there is also the factor of Zhu Wanhong's generosity.
Zhu Wanhong has been in Nanjing for two years and has done nothing else but think about how to make money. Anyway, the sky is high and the emperor is far away. There are already thousands of royal guards in Nanjing City. If you want to plunder, there must be a way, and Zhu Wanhong can do it.
With the support of Zhu Hao, a well-known figure around the emperor, he acted a bit unscrupulously in Nanjing officialdom. Those officials who had committed crimes and were caught by the Jin Yiwei were all blackmailed by Zhu Wanhong.
Before Huang Jin left, Zhu Hao asked Tang Yin, "Mr. Tang, won't you go with me?"
"not going!"
Tang Yin seemed very interested, "Stay at home and see more relatives and friends, and treat it like a life-and-death farewell. I hope that when you come back, I will still be alive and listen to you tell the whole story in person."