Zhang Anshi said: "I ask your Majesty to make it clear."
Zhu Di said slowly and authentically: "Bring me a cup of tea."
Zhang Anshi hurriedly went to get some tea.
Zhu Di sat on the bed and took a sip, then said: "Zhang Qing family, please tell me, what is the emperor?"
"Ah..." Zhang Anshi was stunned. This question was a bit sudden, but he still thought about it and said, "I am the ninth-five-year-old..."
Zhu Di shook his head and said: "There is nothing wrong with the Ninth Five-Year Plan, taking life and death, thunder and rain, and following the law. But... I am still a human being after all."
Zhu Di spoke eloquently. He opened his lips lightly and continued slowly: "Because such power in the world is in the hands of people like me, then...it is inevitable...that countless people will covet it.
Your Majesty, after all... I am a human being, they think, they are also human beings. There are even more people who cling to me, flatter me, or seek to rob me, always hoping to get something from my hand."
"It's terrible..." Zhu Di actually sighed: "People say that they are not afraid of thieves, but they are worried about them. But I am the emperor, and since I took over the throne, there must be thousands of people who are worried about them.
Follow me, surround me. Zhang Qing, do you know now what it means to be cold at a high place?"
Zhang Anshi then said with emotion: "Yes, people's hearts are not the same now, and the world is declining. It's true that everyone has it. Fortunately, Lai Chen is different."
Zhu Di waved his hand, indicating that Zhang Anshi didn't need to say any more.
It is said that people become wiser with age, and now Zhu Di's tiger eyes are gleaming. Although he is not as brave as before, he is more shrewd than before.
He continued: "Last year, my old illness recurred, and I mentioned it casually to others. So there was a Hanlin waiting for an edict, hoping that I could summon people from all over the world to cure my illness."
Zhu Di took a deep look at Zhang Anshi: "Zhang Qing thinks... there is something fishy here?"
Zhang Anshi thought for a while and shook his head.
Zhu Di added: "I was moved, so I asked casually, and immediately ordered Geng Wenzhong, the minister of the Ministry of Rites, to look for famous doctors in the world. A few months later, Geng Wenzhong went to the Chief Envoy of Fujian and recommended one person, that is, Xu Zhenren.
It is said that this real person's elixir is extremely effective and can prolong life and relieve pain. Zhang Qing... do you think there is something fishy in this?"
Zhang Anshi thought for a while and said: "It should be reasonable. After all, His Majesty issued the decree, and this Geng Shilang was recommended by the decree. As long as it is effective or not, it actually has little to do with him."
Zhu Di nodded and said: "I followed the trend and ordered Master Xu to come to Nanjing. Master Xu actually offered the elixir and has been refining elixirs for me in the palace. Do you think there is... something fishy here?"
Zhang Anshi lowered his head and pondered for a long time before saying: "Actually... it makes sense."
Zhu Di then nodded and said: "I used the excuse to reward Master Xu generously, and even... even ordered people to go to Fujian Province to repair his Taoist temple, which cost a lot of money, and even planned to
, the two gods they worship are also canonized as real people, this... is not wrong, right?"
Zhang Anshi nodded and said: "Your Majesty...there is indeed nothing fishy about it."
Zhu Di smiled and said, "But what if this Hanlin casually said that I did good things to him, and did it on purpose?"
Zhang Anshi: "..."
Zhu Di said: "As for the minister, did you really deliberately acquiesce in ordering him to visit a doctor?"
Zhang Anshi said: "..."
Zhu Di said: "What if, after Zhenren Xu was elected, I ordered him to come to Nanjing, and I deliberately condoned it?"
Zhang Anshi frowned and said: "What your Majesty means is... actually... Your Majesty has been doing what they said, and then you deliberately wanted to see what their plot was?"
Zhu Di said: "Of course I want to see it, because every place... is reasonable, but it is the biggest unreasonable thing."
Zhang Anshi said: "Where is it unreasonable?"
Zhu Di said: "Throughout the dynasties, alchemists entered the palace and prepared elixirs that eventually caused the emperor's early death. It is not uncommon in history. No one can live longer by relying on elixirs. The so-called real people and immortals, if they really have anything
I have already mastered my skills, so why do I need to work so hard for the emperor’s longevity in the palace? I understand this kind of thing, but some people think I don’t understand it.”
Zhu Di paused and continued meaningfully: "But even if I don't understand, wouldn't they understand? They are scholars. Both the Hanlin and the minister are all people who have read poetry and books. Not to mention me.
Several times, Xu Zhenren was deliberately given large rewards and an edict. From the Hanlin who drafted the edict to the ministers responsible for distributing it, everyone only needed to read the edict. In fact, they already had a clear mind and knew what was going on.
."
"It's just... Zhang Qing knows... So far, the only person who has advised me not to take this elixir is Yi Shuha? But the rest... seem to have become deaf and blind all of a sudden.
Everyone remained silent, as if Zhenren Xu did not exist in the world at all, or as if I suddenly used the elixir and it happened as it should."
Zhang Anshi suddenly woke up and seemed to realize something: "Could it be that... everyone is afraid, so they dare not speak?"
Zhu Di suddenly said categorically: "No, it's because someone is looking forward to my death!"
Zhang Anshi: "..."
He really couldn't continue to say this.
Zhu Di smiled, but seemed to be self-deprecating, and continued: "On weekdays, they dare to speak out about anything. The impeachment memorials I receive every day are not only ten or eight, but also three or five. Starting from Xu Zhenren's entry
So far, it has been more than half a year
However, everyone remained silent. In fact, I have been waiting, just waiting for someone to talk about this matter. I want to see... are my loved ones so stupid that they only realize it later? Or...
Everyone is looking forward to my death."
It may not be a consensus among emperors that taking elixir will lead to early death.
After all, various emperors had a special hobby for taking elixirs.
But for scholars, there is almost a certain consensus. What scholars are best at is looking for lessons from classics and history, and there is not a single good word for any magician in classics and history.
Basically, if you read the history books, you will probably know that the so-called warlocks are clowns who harm the country and the people, and the so-called pills, or various red pills, black pills, etc., are almost the same as poison.
Now... I asked Hanlin, and Hanlin said that it was okay to look for famous doctors. He sent people to look for him, and finally found a guy who made alchemy, and the person who looked for him was actually a court minister who was a scholar.
It is impossible to keep everything in the palace completely secret, especially with so many edicts, which can probably allow the various ministries and ministers of the Imperial Academy to get a glimpse of some clues.
These ministers were obviously human beings. Even if Zhu Di didn't make it clear, they could actually figure out what was going on in the palace.
Zhang Anshi was busy with other things, so he neglected it. But when he met the saint, he noticed something was wrong, and he immediately noticed something, so he turned to ask about it.
It can be said that... although Zhu Di is old, he has become mature with age. He still supports Xu Zhenren and pretends to favor and trust him, but he quietly hides the pills offered by Xu Zhenren and never talks about it.
He didn't eat it, but he regarded Master Xu as his touchstone.
You can tell who is true and who is false, who is loyal and who is traitorous.
It's a pity that... the prince, Zhang Anshi and King Yin jumped out at this time and exposed Master Xu directly, but they missed Zhu Di's plan to play power.
Zhang Anshi didn't expect Zhu Di to have such a move behind his back. He exhaled a breath and said: "Your Majesty told you earlier. If I knew that your Majesty had a plan, I... would not be so reckless. It's just..."
Zhu Di's expression became much gentler.
At least in this process, Zhu Di had also deeply understood Yi Shiha's thoughtfulness, the prince's filial piety, and the loyalty of King Yin and Zhang Anshi.
The fact that he was able to resist the temptation of the prince to inherit the throne and risk being scolded by his father and quickly enter the palace is enough to prove that the prince's filial piety is definitely not a hypocrisy.
Zhang Anshi is the brother-in-law of the prince, but at this time, he can perform like this, which is enough to make Zhu Di happy.
Therefore, although Zhu Di was a little regretful that his original plan was ruined, he was not really angry. He waved his hand and said, "Just what?"
Zhang Anshi said with a suspicious look on his face: "It's just that if they do this...what's the use...even if His Majesty...ahem...unfortunately dies, His Highness the Crown Prince, Xiao Gui and Cao Sui..."
Zhu Di said calmly: "If one is gone, the second one will not be dropped. There are three stones on the ground. If you don't kick the first one, how can you clean up the second and third ones? When the prince ascends the throne, maybe... they
There are other ways. I have done some things while in office, and these things are enough to make people gnash their teeth at me."
Zhang Anshi thought for a while and said, "Is it possible that Your Majesty is worrying too much?"
Zhu Di took a deep look at Zhang Anshi and then said: "I think back then, for the sake of great power, I and Zhu Yunwen's uncle and nephew could still fight each other. I have also heard that among the people, it is common for brothers to turn against each other for a little bit of property. From this point of view,
It can be seen that this is the result of people's hearts. How can I just worry too much about my control over the world?"
Zhang Anshi: "..."
This statement obviously falls into the category that Zhang Anshi would not dare to accept. Of course, secretly telling people that His Majesty eats sex is another matter.
But discussing uncle-nephew fratricide with Zhu Di in person is another matter.
His Majesty was obviously driven into a hurry and wanted to prove that the world was dangerous, so he exposed his own wounds, but Zhang Anshi didn't know what to say.
After waiting for a long time, Zhang Anshi said: "In that case, then I... will interrogate Master Xu and... those involved in this matter..."
Zhu Di shook his head and interrupted: "No need, there are too many people involved, not just one or two. The so-called hugging together for warmth, my ministers are all very shrewd and want to catch their tails.
, easier said than done? Because of this...that's why I...fainted just now..."
Zhang Anshi was shocked and said: "Is it fake just now?"
Zhu Di didn't expect that until now, this guy hadn't thought that he was faking, so his squinted eyes suddenly widened, and he stared at Zhang Anshi speechlessly and said, "What do you think?"
Zhang Anshi couldn't help but said: "Really, Your Majesty...pretends to be so similar, you are worthy of being Your Majesty..."
Zhu Di said calmly: "What I mean is... since the previous game was ruined by you. Then... I will set up another game, and I want to see... what these people... are selling in the gourd
Medicine! I also want to see who are involved and what are their intentions?"
"Layout?" Zhang Anshi frowned and slowly began to figure out the taste.
Zhang Anshi has always claimed to have a good IQ. The reason why he looked confused this time was simply because he was a little confused by Zhu Di's tricks.
Because he always believed that His Majesty was the kind of person who would stop talking nonsense and do whatever he wanted to do. Whoever thought he was, he also had such a hidden side that patiently planned the layout.
But if you think about it carefully, when Zhu Di was preparing to rebel during the Jingnan period, he pretended to be crazy and acted foolishly, while quietly starting to make weapons in the palace to prepare for rebellion. What kind of endurance he had.
After all, he had misjudged His Majesty. He had always seen too many of His Majesty's pleasures and grudges, but he never expected that Your Majesty also had a side that was "just like a tiger lying on a barren hill, with lurking minions to endure".
So Zhang Anshi said: "Your Majesty, are you pretending to be crazy this time or... pretending to be dead..."
After hearing this, Zhu Di's eyes widened, as if he was angry, but he still held it back and said with a sullen face: "Why are you pretending to be crazy?"
Zhang Anshi blushed and said: "Chen... what I mean is..."
When Zhu Di saw Zhang Anshi like this, he suddenly thought of something not so good, and couldn't help but said: "What on earth do you want to say?"
Zhang Anshi had no choice but to say: "What your Majesty means is not to lure the snake out of its hole... I just want to ask your Majesty for advice..."
Zhu Di pursed his lips, and then said slowly: "From now on, you will hide everything from everyone and act according to my plan..."
Zhang Anshi said casually: "I... obey the order."
Zhang Anshi seemed to be relieved, feeling like he had escaped from danger.
He didn't know why, but His Majesty always seemed to have a strange association with pretending to be crazy. Even his uncle and nephew could talk about it openly, but pretending to be crazy and acting stupid has become a taboo.
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After two sticks of incense.
Zhang Anshi walked out of the dormitory.
He looked frustrated and sighed.
Zhu Gaochi and others gathered around worriedly.
"how?"
Zhang Anshi looked around, looking at the Crown Prince, King Yin, Yi Shiha, and the many trembling eunuchs in the corner of the outer hall, and said: "Your Majesty... His Majesty has a decree... to cut Master Xu... into pieces with a thousand swords..."
As soon as this statement came out...
Zhu Gaochi's eyes suddenly turned red, and for a moment, tears were about to burst out of his eyes.
Yi Shiha also felt that his body was weak and he could no longer stand. He suddenly fell down and sat down. He hurriedly tried to get up, but he felt that his whole body was sore and weak.
On the other hand, King Yin Zhu? scratched his head and said: "As expected of an imperial brother, he hates evil as much as he hates it. That swindler will be cut into pieces with a thousand cuts."
Zhang Anshi looked at Zhu Xi as if caring for a mentally retarded child. He couldn't understand how this guy...with such a low emotional intelligence, could ensure accurate intelligence analysis.
At this time, Zhu Gaochi choked up and said: "But... are there still medicine doctors?"
Zhang Anshi tried his best to say with a straight face: "Brother-in-law, don't worry, I will try my best..."
Then, there was no words.
In fact, when it comes to this, even Zhu Xi also noticed that something was wrong, and wailed: "Is it possible that the emperor's brother is going to die?"
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As he said this, Zhu Jing burst into tears and wailed loudly.
Although he is afraid of Zhu Di like a mouse is afraid of a cat, after all, he was raised by Zhu Di since he was a child. On the surface, they are brothers, but emotionally they are father and son. Even if they are not father and son, it is not too much to say they are stepfathers.
Immediately, Zhu Xi burst into tears and started to make a fuss.
The eunuchs hurriedly stepped forward and carefully supported Zhu Xi.
Zhu? But he was still sobbing.
Zhu Gaochi seemed calmer, but at this time he just felt that his mind was blank and confused.
Yi Shiha's face turned pale, and he said sadly: "Your Highness, my condolences, my condolences..."
Zhang Anshi didn't say much at this time, he just said: "At this time... Your Majesty doesn't want anyone to disturb you, so please just ask Yi Shiha... to take care of you in front of the emperor. The rest of the people... should not come in or out, so as not to disturb Your Majesty...
The condition is getting worse.”
Zhu Gaochi failed to agree without waiting, but said: "Why has it come to this point?"
Zhang Anshi couldn't bear to see everyone's grief-stricken look. Fortunately, he was sensible and did not reveal his secrets. He tried his best to put on a sad look and said: "Your Majesty has an old disease himself, and after taking so many pills, this pill
There is lead poison in the medicine. It accumulates over time and accumulates in the body. Over time, it becomes a poison with no solution. Originally... I could have persisted for a while longer before the poison would take effect, but who would have thought..."
Zhang Anshi looked sad and continued: "Who would have thought that today... the true face of Master Xu was exposed, and His Majesty was furious and furious, and that's why... he is like this now."
With that said, he looked at Zhu Gaochi and said, "Brother-in-law, please let Zhan Ji return to Beijing quickly."
Zhu Gaochi nodded subconsciously: "Go...go and ask Zhanji...to return to Beijing quickly..."
The next moment, Zhu Gaochi seemed to have thought of something and then said: "How many more days can I hold on..."
Zhang Anshi said quietly: "This... can't be explained... but... there shouldn't be much time left."
Zhu Gaochi only nodded in frustration, his eyes flashed with tears, and he was speechless for a moment.
Zhang Anshi comforted him and said: "People are born, old, sick and die. Brother-in-law, there is no need to be sad. While your majesty still has some energy...later...I'm afraid the ministers will have to be summoned to have an audience."
Zhu Gaochi immediately understood that the process was about to begin.
The only possibility for summoning the ministers in such a hurry is that... time has reached a very tight point.
He had a sad look on his face, and looked disappointed.
Yi Shiha hurriedly said: "Slave... slave... I'm going to make arrangements. I don't know if I can do it tomorrow..."
Zhang Anshi immediately said: "It's indeed getting late now, but... in my opinion... it's better to go to bed as early as possible. Don't delay, maybe after an hour."
"It was already dark at that time..." Yi Shiha said in surprise.
Zhang Anshi said solemnly: "It can't be delayed."
These four words, like a huge boulder, crushed Yi Shiha's last bit of hope into powder.
He suddenly understood...
Maybe even tonight...may not be able to survive.
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While others are traveling around on vacation, Tiger is still sitting in a stuffy room typing words. How miserable!