Chapter 3 The emperor is easy to choose, and the credit is hard to distinguish
The hall fell silent again, waiting for the person behind the curtain to respond.
It would be better if a posthumous edict was left, so that the Queen Mother, Empress, and other ministers would all have a name to "admonish".
The ministers had done this a few years ago, but at that time the emperor was still in good health and only in his twenties. They tried to persuade him to adopt a child but were blocked.
After becoming seriously ill, Empress Dowager Zhang and Empress Xia took the initiative to bring up these matters again, but this time they were remonstrated by cabinet ministers.
Because of the hasty adoption of the child, the situation in the court became even more unstable. In the future, the queen mother would have to supervise the country for several years or even more than ten years, with cabinet ministers assisting the government.
Neither side has confidence in the other side, and they have to be wary of the lineage of princes who gave their young son.
"The son of King Xingxian..." Queen Mother Zhang finally spoke, her tone a little hesitant, "I remember that his name is Houcong. He is fifteen this year, but his mother, the concubine Jiang, is still here..."
"The Queen Mother." Yang Tinghe continued, "In the Xianmiao lineage, King Yi is still there, with four sons; King Heng and King Rong, both have six sons. King Ning's rebellion is still in front of you, has the Queen Mother forgotten? King Xingxian only has six sons.
One son, and the moral order comes first."
There was no sound again behind the curtain.
Of the fourteen sons of Xianzong Zhu Jianshen, these are the only ones who are still alive and have heirs.
The real problem is before us: King Xingxian is the fourth eldest, second only to Ming Xiaozong Zhu Youtang, who is the third eldest.
And the six kings, seven kings, and thirteen kings are not like King Xingxian who is only passed down by a single lineage.
Queen Mother Zhang would like her uncle to succeed her nephew and become the emperor's wife from now on?
Or should we choose a new king who still has his biological father and has many brothers?
Zhu Youtang is a well-known story. There was only one woman in the harem, the queen, and she was single-minded in her life.
It's better now, I've lost my bloodline.
There are so many people watching this throne. Isn't it because King Ning rebelled because Emperor Zhengde had no son, and many ministers in the court were undecided?
Behind the curtain, Empress Dowager Zhang, who understood what Yang Tinghe meant, cried, not knowing whether it was true or false.
"Queen Mother, Empress, King Xingxian has a pure pedigree and is indeed the best choice." Seeing this, Yang Tinghe became more sincere in his tone: "No one can ignore the stipulation of "Emperor Ming Ancestor Instructions" that brotherhood lasts until brotherhood lasts!
The son of King Xian is the grandson of Xianzong, the son of Xiaozong’s brother, and the closest cousin of Emperor Daxing! If the son of King Xian is established, the other kings will not be able to criticize him! The prince is already fifteen years old, and the Queen Mother and our cabinet ministers
Choosing him will not be suspected of supporting a young king and taking over power."
"The Instructions of the Emperor Ming" was brought out again, and Wei Bin carefully looked at the blurry figure behind the curtain.
The cabinet is setting an example and completely blocking the way for Empress Dowager Zhang to hang the curtain!
He has spoken out about seizing power.
But after Wei Bin heard what Yang Tinghe said, he really felt that King Xingxian's son was the best choice.
If the lineage of King Xingxian is really bypassed, then the Queen Mother and the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty will all have the reputation of being rebellious officials and traitors.
"...If so, by what name should the successor to the throne be named?" Empress Dowager Zhang finally choked up and asked the key question, emphasizing the word "successor."
"Of course, you must respect the Queen Mother as your mother and your brother as your brother. This is in line with etiquette and is absolutely perfect."
"Is that so...what's the child's character like?" Queen Mother Zhang's voice suddenly brightened a little, and she started to care about other details.
Yang Ting and Cheng Zhu said with their hearts in mind: "The prince's character is dignified, his benevolence and filial piety are extraordinary, and he is careful in the morning and dusk. There is nothing missing or lacking. When he presented the king's death, the prince cried until he fainted. He kept his filial piety for one year and nine months, and his etiquette was thorough. He studied the classics all day long, and never failed to do so.
Having fun is really the best choice for you."
Wei Bin and others felt strange.
In Yang Tinghe's words, Prince Xingxian seemed to be the opposite of Emperor Zhengde.
The prince is filial, but Emperor Zhengde cannot even control his own mother.
One is always said to be playful and noisy, while this prince is dignified and self-controlled, likes reading and understands etiquette.
"...Have you ever discussed having a concubine?" the Queen Mother asked again.
"No. When King Xingxian was there, the prince was still young. Now that he is in the period of filial piety, the prince behaves and behaves himself well. The female envoys in the palace are very strict in their discipline and do not do anything to seduce him."
"Sounds like a good boy..." Empress Dowager Zhang seemed to have accepted this suggestion. After all, if there is no crown princess yet, then Empress Dowager Zhang will also be able to decide on the choice of queen in the future.
She asked doubtfully: "Remember the day before yesterday, the emperor had given him a special favor and allowed him to seize the title of king?"
"It's true. According to the old rules, when a prince dies and his son is not ennobled, he will only be given two hundred shi of meal rice. If he is granted the title, he must wait for his release. Your Majesty is seriously ill and will not forget the important things of the country..." Yang Tinghe swallowed his voice even more.
, paused and then explained, "Your Majesty has specially favored the king's son to assume the royal title and receive the prince's salary. It can be seen that your Majesty also intends to be the prince. By choosing this son, it can be considered that the ministers are loyal to your majesty!"
Queen Mother Zhang was silent, not knowing what her emotions were now.
"The incident happened suddenly. I have been seeking medical advice for Your Majesty for the past two days. The imperial edict ordering the Crown Prince to be granted the title of king has not yet left the capital." Yang Tinghe added, "I would like to ask the Queen Mother to go to Anlu quickly and order the Crown Prince to see you."
If the decree is immediately released and accepted, the grace will come from the Queen Mother."
"Release Xijue first?"
"The prince's period of filial piety is still nine months long. If he is still in the period of filial piety, how can he succeed to the throne? The country cannot be without a king for a day, so send your envoys to go ahead. When the edict reaches Anlu, you can enter the capital as soon as possible."
After a moment of silence, Empress Dowager Zhang asked again: "Who should be sent to Anlu to welcome him? How should the funeral of the emperor be arranged?"
Wei Bin couldn't help but become nervous.
By asking this, Empress Dowager Zhang has completely agreed with the cabinet's suggestions.
The new king is thus confirmed, he is Prince Xingxian!
After the new king has been appointed, the next people who go to announce the edict are all those who welcomed him.
"After capturing Jiang Bin, Eunuch Zhang calmed down the soldiers of the mighty regiment and then announced the emperor's grand deeds to the world. At the same time, the imperial edict must also be promulgated to the world. The fawning regiment needs to be light and simple, and they will be ready as soon as daybreak.
Go and meet the escort troops and then send them to join them."
After Yang Tinghe made a suggestion, he turned sideways and looked at Liang Chu, the second assistant: "As for the candidates for the welcome group, one of the cabinet ministers needs to be selected. Liang is old and may be tired of traveling and traveling. Moreover, at this time of old and new, there may be many things for Liang in the DPRK.
The bachelors will make up their minds together. As I wish, I would like to invite the bachelors to go there."
When Jiang Mian heard this, he was about to ask for a job, but Liang Chu said first, "Is there anything bigger than this? How can I refuse because of my age?"
Yang Tinghe hesitated for a moment and then persuaded: "Shuhou, there are so many clues now that the cabinet cannot do without you."
"If you respect him and protect him, what worries does Mr. Ge have?" Liang Chu replied calmly.
Liang Chu was named Shuhou, Jiang Mian and Mao Ji were named Jingzhi and Weizhi respectively. Yang Tinghe and Liang Chu named the three other cabinet ministers by their names, but Liang Chu only called Yang Tinghe "ge" without saltiness or indifference.
Lao, instead of calling him Jiefu by the same name.
Wei Bin watched from the side and sneered in his heart: Liang Chu, the second assistant who had always been a good guy, was rarely positive for a moment.
At present, Yang Tinghe has everything to control the sky. He proposed to present the crown prince, and not only the Queen Mother, but also Liang Chu had nothing to say.
Should the Queen Mother stay behind the curtain and let her relatives interfere in government affairs, or should she allow her cabinet ministers to assist the country and carry out government affairs?
Just as the Queen Mother and the cabinet felt that the plan to succeed Prince Xingxian to the throne was suitable, the cabinet started arguing again.
At this moment, Liang Chu can't compete with Yang Tinghe in the cabinet, so he might as well go there with his old age and make a contribution to welcome him first.
Jiang Mian was very angry.
Liang Chu is already old. If he is pushed away first, wouldn't it be him and Jiang Mian who will be the first assistant after Yang Tinghe? If he succeeds in welcoming him again, the pace will definitely accelerate.
But before he could open his mouth to argue for himself, Wei Bin suddenly interjected: "Liang Ge is a highly respected man, and he was indeed chosen. As for the ministers, Eunuch Zhang has important responsibilities. Eunuch Gu should be the leader, and Wei Lin and Zhang Jin will go together.
In order to obey the decree of Jue Yi, Zhang Jin can be sent to arrive first and then join the welcoming group."
Ever since he suggested the Queen Mother issue an "imperial edict" from the beginning, Wei Bin had not dared to say anything.
But now to welcome a new king, the ministers must step in.
Yang Tinghe had already ordered Zhang Yongfang and Jiang Bin before, so Wei Bin had to open his mouth to test it further.
Zhang Yong looked at Wei Bin a little surprised: He doesn't want the merit of welcoming Li?
I saw Wei Bin say again: "Since I want to announce Jiang Bin's entry into the palace, I may be useful. If I go to announce the decree, Jiang Bin will not doubt it."
After he finished speaking, he looked at Yang Tinghe and felt that he should understand his eyes: Is this certificate of submission enough? Jiang Bin and I are indeed related by marriage, and Jiang Bin will be more easily deceived by me into coming to the palace.
From persuading the Queen Mother to assisting the cabinet, Wei Bin's operations were so smooth.