Jiang Rong has become much more honest since he was frustrated by Guan Jing.
After that, he challenged Guan Jing several times. He was no longer limited to sticks, but also used other weapons as long as he got his hands on them. In the end, he even used his fists and feet...
As a result, he lost every time, which made him, a tall and high-spirited young man, very frustrated.
I saw October.
Zhu Hao called Tang Yin that day and gave him something to deliver to King Xing Zhu Youqi.
"WTF?"
Tang Yin looked puzzled. After opening it, he discovered that it was actually a military policy, "You..."
He was a little speechless.
Zhu Hao said: "Big things will happen in the northwest... Prince Xing's Mansion failed to make any efforts to persuade His Majesty to return to the court before. Now it is best to make up for it and provide some help within its ability so as not to worsen the situation in the northwest."
Tang Yin almost wanted to throw this thing back to Zhu Hao, but he still held back his temper and said, "Why me?"
Zhu Hao pretended to be surprised: "Who in the palace knows that you are a good leader in fighting? Now all the generals and commanders of the Imperial Guards Department respect you like a god. If you don't report this matter, who will?"
What Zhu Hao was talking about was the Battle of Yingzhou that was about to take place in the twelfth year of Zhengde, and it was also the "Great Victory of Yingzhou" that would have a far-reaching impact on the history of the Ming Dynasty.
As recorded in history, Zhu Houzhao was stubborn and headed to the northwest to complete the feat of Ming Taizong's Five Conquests on the Grassland that he admired. Dreams are good, but you have to return to reality... Before the war begins, what if Prince Xing's Mansion advises on this battle? If you fight, it should be easier to win, right?
"Are you saying that in the next month, the Tatars will invade the borders and have a direct confrontation with the troops and horses currently commanded by His Majesty? Is it... that it would be too rash to suggest this at this moment? It is better to think more carefully about such matters. "
It's not that Tang Yin doesn't believe Zhu Hao, but he thinks that you are trying to cause trouble for Prince Xing's palace.
Zhu Haodao: "Sir, do you not believe me? Or do you not believe in my control of the current situation?"
Of course, Zhu Hao knew that this would add trouble to Prince Xing's Mansion, but he really had to find this trouble, which was to make Prince Xing's Mansion the target of public criticism and make people think that a real dragon might emerge from Prince Xing's Mansion, and then... Zhu Houcong might follow the instructions As designed by Zhu Hao, after his father died, he was taken to the capital as a hostage, away from Yuan Zonggao, Zhang Jingming, Zhang Zuo and others...
"Don't bother me with this kind of thing again. This time... I'll make an exception!"
Tang Yin did not ask specific questions, but took Zhu Hao's military strategy and prepared to go back and study it thoroughly. After he had thoroughly studied it, he would ask Zhu Youqi for advice.
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Tang Yin's general policy was handed over to King Xing in his own way, and was discussed in the subsequent palace meeting.
Although Yuan Zonggao and Zhang Jingming both clearly opposed such a memorial and felt that it would cause unnecessary trouble to Prince Xing's palace, Prince Xing felt that Tang Yin's memorial was necessary and decided against all opinions and decided to submit a memorial to the emperor to warn the northwest. Possible changes in the situation will provide guidance for the emperor on the upcoming war.
At the end of the meeting, Zhu Youqian left Yuan Zonggao alone.
"...I hope that a hundred years from now, the prince will be able to take charge of his own affairs, so that the world will not forget that there is Prince Xing's Mansion in Huguang." Zhu Youqian said in a sincere tone.
Yuan Zonggao understood.
King Xing knew that his time was short, so he wanted to accumulate more prestige for his son before his death. He also felt that his son would not be able to gain political capital after his death.
Yuan Zonggao said: "If the situation in the northwest does not develop according to the report from Prince Xing's Mansion, wouldn't it be ridiculous?"
Zhu Youqian smiled and said: "I believe that Bohu... still has such ability... His Majesty insists on going to the northwest. The worst result is that he will be attacked by Tatars. As a minister, it is my duty to warn the king. I I hope I didn’t hit the mark…”
King Xing was very open-minded.
On the one hand, he felt that Tang Yin was a rare military talent who needed to be attracted, so he specially gave him advice. If he didn't listen, it would be a slight to a famous person.
He never expected to be sure of what he said. The result of his words was to put the emperor in danger, which might be a good thing for the Xing Palace, but it also posed great risks to the stability of the Ming Dynasty. Even if Zhu Youji wanted his son to be the emperor, he would not Don't make fun of the Ming Dynasty.
"I understand."
Yuan Zonggao no longer persisted. After sighing softly, he could only go back and draft this memorial.
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Everything went as Zhu Hao expected.
Fifty thousand Tatar troops, under the personal command of Dayan Khan, their most powerful leader in two hundred years, entered the Ming Pass in winter to plunder.
This kind of robbery happens every year, it just depends on which year it is more serious.
It's just that this year there is a "Governor-General of Military Affairs, Mighty General, and Military Officer Zhu Shou" in the northwest, which makes everything develop in an uncertain direction.
at the same time.
In Anlu itself, the Zhu family had repeatedly sent people to notify Zhu Niang, asking her to move to the capital before the end of the year. They also said that this was an order from the imperial court, which was obviously an attempt to use the imperial court to pressure Sanfang.
Aren’t you awesome?
If you say we want to separate our families, we will separate our families!
After the separation, you still made a lot of money, right? But the most you can get is a little favor from Prince Xing’s Palace. No matter how powerful Prince Xing’s Palace is, how dare you go against the imperial decree?
Even if the family is divided, I can bring you back together, and the money you earn still belongs to the Zhu family!
Zhu Hao's response is very simple.
He visited Zhu Wanhong who was hiding in Anlu twice alone, and Zhu Wanhong went to Zhu's house to explain the special situation that he still had a mission.
"...Uncle, I want the Zhu family to leave, but I didn't say that I would leave too...I am doing well in the palace. If there is a chance to go further in the palace in the future, the Zhu family will still need my relationship." preservation?"
When talking to a smart person, there is no need to beat around the bush.
That is often self-defeating.
Zhu Wanhong said: "I said, eldest nephew, you don't want to be involved with the Zhu family, and I just want to do it, right? Do you know what I have to go through when I go back? Aren't you tired?"
"One hundred taels..."
"make a deal!"
Zhu Wanhong was not polite at all, and immediately put on a smiling face, "How can you say that my eldest nephew is a business material? I am generous in my actions. Uncle, for these one hundred taels of silver, I will just go to act in a play... To be honest, uncle also misses his wife and children at home!"
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Zhu Wanhong came home suddenly.
This was a huge event in the eyes of the Zhu family, although they were very low-key when they came back. One person and one horse were wearing cloaks and raincoats on a rainy day, with their temples soaked through, like a lost old horse.
When Zhu Jia saw the miserable appearance of her eldest son, no matter how hard-hearted she was, she couldn't help but shed tears.
"Mother... Actually, the child has been staying in Huguang all this time. However, the higher-ups have ordered a strict defense to prevent anything that goes beyond the duties of a minister in Prince Xing's palace. The child can only live in seclusion...
"It's not that the child is hard-hearted and doesn't want to serve his parents on the bed, it's all because he wants to hide Prince Xing's palace... There are a lot of secrets from the palace hidden in my Zhu family..."
Zhu Wanhong is sincere and sincere.
Zhu Jia had a lot of complaints about his son before, feeling that his son was sorry for the Zhu family's efforts and sacrifices over the past ten years.
After hearing this, he gave up his doubts and quickly helped his son who was kneeling on the ground to his feet.
"Let me see, mother, have you worked hard these past few years? You have lost weight..." Zhu Jia was in tears.
Zhu Wanhong thought, right?
I just went on the scale yesterday and I have gained several pounds. Recently, my precious nephew Zhu Hao has been providing food and clothing. That means the quality of life is guaranteed. If I am in a good mood, how can I still lose weight?
"The child has been hiding, afraid to come out and see people."
Zhu Wanhong continued to pretend and finally shed tears.
Zhu Jiashi nodded: "Okay, mom is relieved that you are fine. Mom finally knows why Commander Qian ordered my Zhu family to move back to the capital. It turns out that he used the Zhu family as hostage to blackmail you to continue to spy on you in Anlu.
Regarding Prince Xing’s Mansion… But in recent years, Prince Xing’s Mansion has indeed gained a lot of reputation…”
Zhu Wanhong said: "My son has harmed his parents and the Zhu family."
"No, no, this matter has nothing to do with you. It's all the mission of my Zhu family."
Zhu Jiashi no longer complained about her son.
Zhu Wanhong saw that his mother did not mention Zhu Hao's intention, so he asked casually: "Mom, over there in the third room...is there a child in the palace?"
Zhu Jiashi just thought of something and said hurriedly: "Your third brother... you also know that he is not your third brother from the same mother. After he passed away, he left a child, and the family deprived him of the power to inherit, so he went
After taking the imperial examination, they were protected by Prince Xing's Mansion and were lucky enough to pass the examination. Their business also grew bigger and bigger. When my mother takes them to the capital, I will give it to you when she gets the money, so that you can deal with it flexibly in Anlu.
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"Um?"
When Zhu Wanhong heard this, could he still do this?
This is to force me to rebel.
My eldest nephew just gave me a little profit and bought me off. If all the money from the third house is mine...
etc.
Am I the one who cares about those few taels of silver?
As the boy said, if you keep him in the palace, in the future there will be an emperor in Prince Xing's palace, the Zhu family will not be completely overthrown, and I will not be killed! That is not something that can be solved with a few taels of silver.
And I, mother, do you really take yourself seriously? Do you think that you can decide whether your third brother and his family will stay or go with your will? He has a big backer like Prince Xing’s Mansion behind him, and now Prince Xing’s Mansion relies heavily on Zhu Hao, not you.
As you can imagine, even I, who is familiar with the inside story of Prince Xing's Mansion, think this guy is very capable.
Otherwise, why would I choose to cooperate with him?
"Mom, please don't let your nephew's family leave. If there is a nephew in the palace, the child will at least have someone to take care of him. I heard that he is now in the palace and has the trust of King Xing..." Zhu Wanhong pleaded.
Zhu Jiashi looked disdainful: "He is just a child and has not made any achievements. How can he be respected by the royal family?"
Zhu Wanhong thought to himself, no wonder I have been a hostage in the capital for so many years, and the Zhu family has not figured out a way to get me back. You have not even figured out the intelligence in the palace? You are also known as a Jin Yiwei with a background in intelligence?
I feel ashamed for you all.
"Mom, I know his situation. The palace has trained him to be the prince's companion, and he is also half a gentleman to the prince. He is involved in all matters in the palace. Tang Yin, the chief staff officer of the palace, was recommended by him to the palace, and he was even more important to Tang Yin.
My personal disciple, he was responsible for all the plans for the suppression of bandits and floods last year...Mother, my nephew has already taken root in the palace and cannot be replaced easily."
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