Zhang Juzheng was shocked when he heard Zhu Yijun say that his "Chen Liu Shi Shu" did not touch on the great evils of the world. He straightened his posture and listened quietly.
Zhu Yijun first asked: "In my opinion, if all six are implemented together, what will happen to the world in ten years?"
Zhang Juzheng pondered for a while after hearing this, and then said: "Maybe we can see the world of Renxuan."
Zhu Yijun asked again: "What will happen to me in the next hundred years?"
Seeing that Zhu Yijun was talking in such depth, Zhang Juzheng glanced at the living official and hesitated to speak.
Zhu Yijun understood, and turned to the living assistant named Xiao Longwei and said, "Please remember that any subsequent deletions or additions will be made by Master Zhang." The official agreed.
Ever since there were historians such as Zuo Shi and Ju Ju, the power to revise or reject the Ju Shi was in the hands of the emperor. If anyone else deletes a word without requesting an order, it would be a violation of the law of "authorizing Ju Ju", which is the most minor offense.
They were also hanged. Usually they were confiscated and decapitated. Those who maliciously vilified the emperor could also be from the Yi clan.
Zhu Yijun authorized Zhang Juzheng to delete it, which meant that he could speak freely.
Seeing the emperor's behavior, Zhang Juzheng knew that this problem could not be avoided. He was a minor master in both history and Confucianism, so how could he not understand what the emperor meant. After pondering for a while, he replied: "I am nearly fifty years old.
, I am familiar with the political gains and losses of the past dynasties, but I have not learned a single method to spread the great deeds that will lead to endless achievements." Although he did not answer directly, he also expressed his prediction for the future in a tactful way.
After hearing this, Zhu Yijun nodded and asked, "What does Master Zhang think about the difference between country and family?"
At this time, the concept of nationalism has not yet fully developed in the world. About sixty years ago, the Italian Machiavelli wrote "The Prince", and the concept of nationalism proposed in it has not been widely circulated. European countries have also followed the Ming Dynasty.
Like the previous dynasty, the concept of "I am the country" is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. The monarch is the parents of the people, and the people are the monarch's children.
The monarch loves the people, just like parents love their children; the people respect the monarch, just like children who are filial to their parents. Therefore, throughout the Chinese dynasties, "filial piety" has been used to govern the world, and its roots are here.
Sure enough, Zhang Juzheng heard this and immediately replied: "The family, the country and the country are essentially one, so how can there be any difference?"
After hearing this, Zhu Yijun did not argue with Zhang Juzheng, but nodded slightly. Then he asked: "What about the difference between Huayi and Huayi?"
There is a standard answer to this question. Although Zhang Juzheng did not understand what Zhu Yijun meant with a hammer in the east and a mallet in the west, he replied loudly: "The Master said: "It is better for Yi and Di to have kings than for all Xia to perish. In this dynasty, Duke Wencheng Liu (press
(Liu Bowen) said, "Huhua and the barbarians are fortified, and one king has great power. Hu rules China, and it changes to the barbarians. The Bible clearly states that it may be lost for thousands of years."
Zhang Juzheng's meaning is very clear. Barbarians and Chinese are not the same type. They are animals and we are humans.
Zhu Yijun heard this and said: "What if he practices Chinese etiquette, uses Chinese characters, and turns barbarism into vulgarity?"
Zhang Juzheng, the old master, chuckled when he heard this and said: "Your Majesty, the Emperor's Holy Scholars compiled Xi, didn't you hear that Mencius said: 'I have heard of those who used Xia to transform the barbarians, but I have never heard of those who used the barbarians to transform the barbarians.' I am a native of Chu. During the Spring and Autumn Period,
The people of Chu were once barbarians."
Zhu Yijun nodded and said: "Today, in front of the master, I will briefly describe the disciple's ambitions. Sir, are you willing to listen?"
After Zhang Juzheng heard Zhu Yijun's three questions, he had a premonition in his heart. At this time, he quickly stood up and solemnly said: "I would like to hear this."
Zhu Yijun said loudly: "I want all the nine states to be united and enjoy the wind of China; everything the sun and moon shine upon is the land of the Emperor Ming!"
As expected, Zhang Juzheng thought so, and secretly smiled bitterly. But with an excited look on his face, he knelt down and replied: "Your Majesty is so excited that you are so powerful that you are everywhere. When I hear this, I am overjoyed and overjoyed!" After saying this, he kowtowed and remained silent.
Zhu Yijun shouted, but still asked him to take his seat. He smiled and said: "Master is hiding it from me. I just said that the world is 'disintegrating', but I have set such an ambition. Isn't it inconsistent?"
Zhang Juzheng was speechless after hearing this. He really couldn't figure out the medicine in Zhu Yijun's gourd, so he secretly made plans in his mind and planned to give advice. Then he thought to himself: This emperor is still young. When we were young, we didn't want to take it.
It is not surprising that there will be peace for all ages. Aspirations can be encouraged but not vented.
Hearing Zhu Yijun say again: "Master must think that I am lying. In fact, there is a way to achieve my ambition. I just have to work step by step. First, in ten years, I will eliminate the great evils in the world!"
Hearing this, Zhang Juzheng knew that the topic was coming. When he saw Zhu Yijun raised his hand, he said with a wrench: "What are the big disadvantages? Let me tell you what the master said - first, the people are not wise, they are full of books, and they talk empty words, but in politics, practical talents
Second, industry and commerce are sluggish, corruption is everywhere, and the central government cannot collect taxes; Third, there are insufficient acres of land, and poor promotion of improved mulberry varieties, agricultural equipment, and agricultural science has led to a shortage of food and starvation; Fourth, the horse administration has been neglected, border defenses have not been repaired, and soldiers
Hungry and discouraged, the generals and officials will be intimidated by the military but have no fighting power;
"Fifth, the water conservancy and river construction in the south is not repaired, and indiscriminate deforestation in the north has caused frequent disasters, causing people to move around. Sixth, the treasury in each province is empty, and floods and droughts treat people's death without being able to save them, resulting in the rise of thieves. Seventh, the lack of moral integrity and discipline.
The edicts are not effective, and the ministers and ministers are ruining the country with empty talk; the eighth is that the clan is burdensome, which is a waste of national funds; the ninth is that they talk about the defense of Hua and barbarians, but there is no strategy to control the captives, resulting in constant border troubles; the tenth is that the palace is inflated and the factory guards are rampant, resulting in
The world is dedicated to one person but the power of the people is still exhausted.'"
"Master, what do you think of these ten major disadvantages I mentioned?"
After naming the ten major disadvantages in one breath, Zhu Yijun felt a huge weight on his heart and took a sip of tea with a helpless face.
Zhang Juzheng listened solemnly. Although the cold wind was biting, he was still sweating profusely. What Zhu Yijun said about the current disadvantages far exceeded what he said in "Chen Liu Shi Shu". Among them, talents, industry and commerce, clan, factory and security, Zhang Juzheng
How can you not know? But you are afraid of difficulties and the laws of your ancestors!
He lowered his head and thought for a while, then echoed: "The emperor understands the disadvantages of the current situation, and I am far behind. It is true as the emperor said, the world is in danger, and we can only work hard!"
Zhu Yijun gathered his mood, chuckled, and said in a bad tone: "What a good Wei Fen Li Er! Let me ask the master, where to work hard?!"
Zhang Juzheng's heart was pounding. He looked up at Zhu Yijun and saw that his small face was full of determination. He asked tremblingly: "In the opinion of the emperor, how should we deal with it?"
"At this time, the only option is reform!"
As if there was a thunder in his ears, Zhang Juzheng changed his face miserably, left the table and knelt down and said: "Your Majesty, no!"
The daily commentator who was recording on the side was stunned at this time and had already stopped writing. He peeked at the emperor from the side and saw that Zhu Yijun's face was a little surprised, but also a little relieved. At such a young age, his expression was quite amusing.
I heard him weakly whisper: "Master, how come you forgot again? There is no need to kneel today, just get up and say it."
Zhang Juzheng leaned over and cried and said: "Your Majesty, I would like to speak for Your Majesty with all my heart and soul - I have been entrusted by the late Emperor to not give up, entrusted with the great government, and want to promote the six things I mentioned, even if I don't say changes, I will change them! However, I have made up my mind not to ruin my reputation.
, the determination to be shattered into pieces, and everything behind me to be dealt with in vain..." After saying this, his throat was choked and he was speechless.
Zhu Yijun was shocked when he heard this. He had been studying before and always thought that Zhang Juzheng was counterattacked after his death because he was stubborn, oppressed Wanli too hard, and boycotted the imperial power. Unexpectedly, at this moment, when he heard Zhang Juzheng's inner voice, he actually felt sorry for himself
What happened after his death was already expected!
Now think about it, Zhang Juzheng indulged in sensuality and spent extravagantly after the reform began. He may not have had the intention of "I will not care about the flood after I die." Otherwise, he has been self-disciplined, rigorous, amazingly patient, and unswerving in practicing his ideas. Why is he so late?
Not guaranteed?
Seeing Zhang Juzheng's true feelings revealed, Zhu Yijun's eyes also turned red. He supported Zhang Juzheng with all his strength and said, "If we all ministers are of the same mind, what can't we do?"
Zhang Juzheng said: "If the emperor initiates reforms like Emperor Shenzong of the Song Dynasty, I know that within two years, there will be wars all over the Ming Dynasty!"