Zhu Di sat down and looked at the accounts carefully.
Zhang Anshi was afraid that Zhu Di wouldn't understand, so he originally wanted to make a few pointers.
But everyone knows that a truly powerful commander may not understand poetry and poetry, but he is extremely sensitive to numbers.
After all, any military decision-making is related to numbers.
Zhu Di not only understood, but was also very sensitive.
I saw him saying: "They actually hoarded so much food in Suzhou and Songjiang, as much as 90,000 shi?"
Zhang Anshi said: "What they adopt is the strategy of buying low and selling high. When there is a famine, they immediately double their purchases of grain on the market. When the grain on the market is gone, they hoard the goods again and raise the price even higher.
"
Zhu Di sneered and said: "It's really scary. These people actually pointed at my nose one by one and said that I kill people like crazy and that I am a murderous demon. But these people's soft knives killed more than ten of my people.
A hundred times?”
Zhang Anshi was as curious as a child and said: "Your Majesty, there are still people who dare to say such things? This is really unexpected. I only think that Your Majesty is merciful and kind-hearted."
Zhu Di ignored him and continued to look at the numbers seriously. Then he closed his eyes and said, "So, by opening warehouses on the spot in Suzhou and Songjiang to release grain, this disaster can probably be solved?"
Zhang Anshi said: "Of course, these grains cannot meet the needs of all the people, but I think that with a large amount of grains distributed to the people, other grain merchants and gentry who are hoarding goods will probably panic.
I'm afraid that shipments will begin one after another, and by then... food prices may plummet, and in this way, the disaster will be alleviated."
Zhang Anshi paused and continued: "But... this is just an ideal state. From an ideal state, Suzhou and Songjiang are the land of plenty. Even if there is a year of famine, logically speaking, the food reserves are enough. In addition,
The imperial court also allocated so much food for disaster relief, so logically speaking, there will be no shortage of food, but people like the Shen family still made a lot of money from it, and countless people died of hunger?"
After saying this, Zhang Anshi smiled dryly: "It can be seen that the key to the problem may not be just the issue of food, but..."
At this moment, Zhang Anshi suddenly paused.
Zhu Di stared at him and said, "Tell me, why don't you continue talking?"
Zhang Anshi said with a smile: "I, like Your Majesty, are kind-hearted. I can't say what I will say later, for fear of saying it... I will have an uneasy conscience."
Zhu Di sneered: "So, there is one more thing that needs to be done before the grain is distributed?"
Zhang Anshi said: "Your majesty is wise, I think I can only ask Yousi to check it out."
Zhu Di shook his head: "I don't know how long it will take until the imperial court sends people to investigate, collect evidence of the crime, and clarify the canonical punishment. Alas... I finally understand Taizu Emperor Gao."
The last sentence contained some emotion, but he did not continue.
Zhang Anshi's heart was like a deer beating wildly. He always felt... something terrible would happen.
Zhu Di immediately said: "In any case, with this batch of food, the urgent need is finally solved."
After saying that, Zhu Di stood up and said: "You don't have to guard here. I will order Ji Gang to send Jin Yiwei."
After a pause, Zhu Di said gently: "Set off cannons in the capital without authorization is a crime of death. This time, I will treat you as ignorant and won't hold you accountable, but next time, I won't be lenient."
Zhang Anshi looked embarrassed and said hurriedly: "Yes."
Zhu Di said, calling Yi Shi Ha Lai.
Yi Shiha bowed and obeyed his orders.
Zhu Di said: "One: Order Tiqi to rush to Songjiang and Suzhou's second prefecture at night. The prefect of these two prefectures will kill him immediately!"
Yi Shiha shuddered.
Zhu Di added: "All county magistrates involved in the disaster will also be killed."
"Slave... this slave obeys your order."
Zhu Di had no expression on his face, not even a menacing look. His eyes were even gentle, and he continued eloquently: "Let Zhou Shou be the new prefect of Suzhou, Xu Wen be the prefect of Songjiang, and the other county magistrates will be appointed by the county.
As the county magistrate, after taking office, he will open a warehouse to store grain, and if there is any trouble with the Shen family again, he will kill them all!"
This was said simply and neatly, and Yi Shiha could only say honestly: "I obey the order."
Zhang Anshi's eyes twitched as he listened.
At this moment, Zhang Anshi couldn't help but think of what Zhu Di had just said with emotion.
This is cruel enough. After all, there are so many prefects and county magistrates. Zhang Anshi absolutely believes that some of them must have been wronged.
It's just that... Zhu Di doesn't care anymore. The disaster is urgent. If he doesn't kill, change his blood, and slowly investigate, I'm afraid that he will barely be able to plead guilty until the spring of next year. At that time, I'm afraid that many people will
They are also dead.
If that's the case, then let's use the method of Emperor Taizu Gao. It no longer cares who is corrupt and who is honest. Now that it's reached this point, then let's all die.
The newly appointed people have learned from the past and dare not say what will happen to them in the future, but at least this winter, they will do their best to provide relief.
Zhu Di ignored Zhang Anshi and just snorted: "Take those three boys and get out of here."
"Oh." Zhang Anshi nodded like a docile quail, "I'll leave now."
As if he had received an amnesty, he quickly led the people away.
So much so that Qiu Song was a bit stupid and was dragged away by Zhu Yong.
All of a sudden, the four people disappeared.
Zhu Di picked up the "Spring and Autumn" on Zhang Anshi's desk in the library, looked at it, threw it to the ground, and muttered: "Give back the damn "Spring and Autumn"!"
…………
Zhang Anshi became honest and hid at home for two days. He seemed to feel that the limelight had passed, and then he slowly started to move around.
On the other side, a marriage started to take shape.
Xu Jingyi, the daughter of Wei Guogong, has just grown up and has reached the age of marriage.
Zhu Gaoxu, the king of Han, was busy with the affairs of his in-laws and went to the palace to meet the Duke of Wei almost every day.
Empress Xu was naturally very concerned about her niece's marriage. Her brother had a stubborn temper and would rather be imprisoned than bow to Zhu Di.
These nephews and nieces were even more loved by Empress Xu.
It was a good thing that Zhu Gaoxu didn't mention it. Once he did, Empress Xu became interested and naturally ran to discuss it with Zhu Di.
When Zhu Di heard this, he was happy: "That child is very well-behaved. She really wants to find a satisfactory husband. Her father is not sensible, but we have to be sensible. This is a big deal. In short, no matter who Jingyi wants to marry, I will
Here... we have to do a lot of things, and we can't let the children become cold-hearted."
Empress Xu smiled gently and said: "Yes, my brother...hey...no matter how you say it, you can't teach your children to suffer a disadvantage. It was Gao Xu who brought up this matter. If he didn't mention it, I haven't thought of it yet."
Jingyi has grown up."
As she spoke, there was sadness and joy in her eyes. On the one hand, the matter of Wei Guogong was a thorn in her heart. Xu Da's children had always been in harmony, but due to the Battle of Jingnan, huge things happened.
The differences have led to the brother and sister now turning against each other.
On the other hand, she was happy that her niece had grown up and would get married in the future. As an aunt, she should do her best.
When Zhu Di heard that Zhu Gaoxu was also interested in Xu Jingyi, the daughter of Wei Guogong, he couldn't help laughing: "Hahaha...haha...this guy, although he is usually careless, he still has some conscience, and he still thinks of his brother in his heart.
Sister’s.”
Zhu Di was very pleased, and Long Yan was delighted.
He was an emperor and a father. Because of this, after experiencing the Jingnan Campaign, he understood the importance of family harmony. Zhu Di did not worry about anything else in his life. The only thing he worried about was that his son would turn against him. Wait a hundred years.
Later, there was another scene of brothers killing each other. When that time came, how heartbreaking it must have been.
Zhu Gaoxu's concern for his sister allowed Zhu Di to see Zhu Gaoxu's tender side. Zhu Di hoped that... his sons would fight less and be more respectful to each other.
Zhu Di asked with concern: "Is there anyone available now?"
"The Superintendent of Ceremonies recommended several people, and the King of Han also recommended one. He said that this person was experienced in the world, had a majestic appearance, and was an unparalleled talent. I did not dare to neglect this matter, so I ordered the Supervisor of Ceremonies to go one by one.
Take a look, choose one with good character and appearance."
At this point, Empress Xu's eyes welled up with tears: "I'm sorry, my brother is always stubborn. Otherwise, this must be his business. Now there is no one to take care of the children. As a girl, I
If I don’t take care of these children anymore, I don’t know what to do.”
Zhu Di comforted her and said: "He has a temperament like your father's. Even nine oxen can't pull him back from something he is determined to do. But... a wedding is a great event. Why are you crying? You should be happy."
"yes."
Zhu Di said again, "This time, we have to do it beautifully. Xu Gong was posthumously given the title of King of Zhongshan by the court, so let's do it according to the specifications for the marriage of the prince's daughter. In order to be dignified, there is also Dingguo Gongfu City."
I have to recruit my betrothed wife. When I choose a son-in-law who can ride a dragon, I will call the son-in-law who rides a dragon into the palace. I want to take a good look at it. I treat Jingyi as my own daughter. Let everyone in the world know it.
, I have no prejudice against the Duke of Wei."
Queen Xu was deeply moved, wiped away her tears and said, "I would like to thank you, Your Majesty."
Zhu Di laughed: "We are all one family, why do we need to say thank you?"
On the other side, Cui Shuntong, the eunuch of the Supervisor of Ceremonies, quickly went to investigate. He met several men recommended by the Supervisor of Ceremonies. These men were all good in terms of family background and appearance, but it was difficult to decide at the moment.
This is a big deal, and Cui Shuntong doesn't dare to neglect it. If something goes wrong, he will be dead.
He knew the importance of the Xu family in the hearts of His Majesty and Queen Xu, and he could not be careless at all.
Finally, he came to the Han Palace.
The king of Han took him into his palace very affectionately.
Cui Shuntong was flattered and said: "Your Majesty, where is the young man you recommended?"
"Ah... isn't it right here?" Zhu Gaoxu looked a little unhappy.
Cui Shuntong glanced at the person who had been standing next to Zhu Gaoxu and was suddenly startled.
This is not a boy at all. I'm afraid this boy is... a bit precocious... or rather... overripe.
As for appearance...well...
Cui Shuntong looked at Guo Degang and saw that he had a trembling look on his face. His skin color was slightly dark, his face was a bit pockmarked, and his teeth... were a bit dark...
That's it?
Cui Shuntong couldn't help but laughed and said: "Your Highness, I have something to say. I don't know whether to say it or not."
Seeing Cui Shuntong's appearance, Zhu Gaoxu was furious: "If you make me unhappy, don't say anything. Otherwise, if I get angry, I will kill him."
Cui Shuntong: "..."
In fact, at this time, Guo Degang was scared to death.
Recently, when he was with Zhu Gaoxu, he always had the urge to urinate. Every day was like a roller coaster. He wanted to open his mouth to say something, but the words didn't come out, but he looked at Zhu Gaoxu timidly and swallowed the words back.
At this time, I saw Zhu Gaoxu saying: "Just tell me, can this brother of my king succeed?"
Zhu Gaoxu's face was sullen and somewhat threatening.
Cui Shuntong gritted his teeth and said: "It works or it works, but..."
Zhu Gaoxu immediately glared at Cui Shuntong and sneered: "It's just not what you want! Damn it, is it my sister who is going to get married, or you, an eunuch? Is it your turn to criticize my family's affairs?"
"Ah...this..."
Zhu Gaoxu said: "Forget it, I will show off my cards today. Come, I have something to say to you."
Cui Shuntong laughed and leaned next to Zhu Gaoxu.
Zhu Gaoxu lowered his voice and said: "To be honest with you, even though my brother looks ordinary, in fact, both your Majesty and your mother regard him as a treasure. What do my own father and mother think?
Don’t I know this? In my opinion, you don’t need to run away anymore. The Chief of Ceremonies will fill in my brother’s name for you. If you choose anyone else, I will kill you.”
Cui Shuntong listened in confusion, as if he heard something. He chewed carefully, but he seemed not to understand anything.
However, people in the palace must be cautious when doing things. Cui Shuntong said casually: "Your Highness, you mean... Your Majesty and your empress are interested in this person?"
"Of course, it's not just his intention. He is what the emperor is thinking about." Zhu Gaoxu said: "Of course, we can't mention these now. You know the emperor's heart is unpredictable. Even if the emperor is interested, he will never like you eunuchs to speculate in private.
of."
Cui Shuntong looked up again and glanced at Guo Degang, who was standing hunched like a slave in the distance, looking very embarrassed: "But Your Highness, I think this slave..."
"You know nothing!" Zhu Gaoxu glared at him angrily and gritted his teeth: "If I didn't know my father's thoughts well, how could I recommend Guo Degang? Do you think I am a fool?"
When Cui Shuntong thought about it, this made sense.
The King of Han must know something that he cannot know. If not, how dare he make fun of the marriage of the daughter of the Duke of Wei?
Cui Shuntong thought for a while, since the Tian family already has a favorite candidate, now it's just a formality, why not join in the fun by himself!
"Then...your highness, what should this servant say?"
Zhu Gaoxu said: "Don't worry, let's come one by one. Where is your booklet?"
Cui Shuntong took out the booklet, which recorded the places of origin, names, horoscopes, conduct, appearance, etc. of several candidates.
Zhu Gaoxu said: "This king is here to tell you, you can fill it in."
Zhu Gaoxu first read his place of birth, his horoscope and his name.
Cui Shuntong obediently wrote it down.
Zhu Gaoxu said: "As for your character... just follow my instructions and write 'Great Virtue'."
"Ah..." Cui Shuntong looked up at Zhu Gaoxu in surprise.
Zhu Gaoxu said calmly: "I can never be wrong about people."
"What about your appearance?" Cui Shuntong filled in the question obediently and continued to ask.
Zhu Gaoxu said: "I see that although he is not Pan An or Song Yu, he can still be regarded as a handsome man, so just write that he is handsome."
Cui Shuntong hesitated: "..."
"What?" Zhu Gaoxu glared at him: "You have something to say?"
Under Zhu Gaoxu's angry gaze, Cui Shuntong immediately said: "No."
Write it down obediently.
Zhu Gaoxu turned his anger into joy and said: "Go back and inform the superiors and subordinates of the Director of Ceremonies. This matter... involves secrets. There are some words that I can't say. But I have to choose Guo Degang. If anyone dares to have objections, it's best not to let him know."
I know this, and if I know it, I will continue to be reincarnated as a castrated dog in my next life."
Cui Shuntong's legs tightened, and he felt an indescribable 'phantom pain': "I understand, this slave."
After Cui Shuntong said this, he went back to resume his duties.
Zhu Gaoxu waited for Cui Shuntong to leave, and then came to Guo Degang happily: "Brother Guo, it's my fault that I have no ability, otherwise I should have made you my consort. I have always treated my brothers with the utmost care. I will wait for you to marry me."
My sister, you and I are relatives."
Guo Degang stammered: "Your Majesty... Your Highness... I, I..."
Zhu Gaoxu said: "What's wrong with you?"
Guo Degang wanted to say, I am already married.
But these words were swallowed alive in the end.
He didn't dare to say.
At first he didn't dare to say it because he was afraid that Zhu Gaoxu, a moody guy, would not only arrest him, but also his wife and children. He had already been severely beaten, how could his wife and children bear it?
But later on, he was frightened out of his wits.
Although Zhu Gaoxu treated him like a brother every day and provided him with fine clothes and food, the more this happened, the more frightened Guo Degang became, because he saw with his own eyes that a eunuch of the Han Dynasty was beaten half to death by Zhu Gaoxu because he disobeyed Zhu Gaoxu.
"No...nothing."
Zhu Gaoxu was very happy: "Hey, you... you are just too secretive and hesitant to do anything. If I hadn't seen your medical skills of bringing the dead back to life with my own eyes, I would have almost thought you had admitted the wrong person. You masters
...No matter how you like it, Master Yao Guangxiao is the same."
Guo Degang: "..."
………………
"Sister, sister..."
At this time, Xu Qin carried his book bag and returned to the Duke of Wei's mansion happily.
In Xu Jingyi's boudoir, the ten-year-old child had a smile on his face and said happily: "Sister... Do you know that Brother Zhang Anshi... they have started training?"
The boudoir looked simple. Xu Jingyi was sitting in front of the dressing table, but she was looking at the small window opposite the dressing table.
Her skin was as white as snow, her face was like an oval, her long eyes opened and closed, and she looked like a girl with an angry attitude. When she heard the voice of her brother Xu Qin, she turned around and said: "Okay, I don't want to
Listen."
But Xu Qin said with an expression of worship: "Yeah, you don't know it yet, you definitely don't know it, sister, you must be impressed after hearing this."
Xu Jingyi said: "..."
Xu Qin seemed completely unable to see his sister's lack of interest, and said like a barrage: "Brother Zhang and the others... ran to school. Master Hu said that they have achieved success in their studies, especially Brother Zhang.
He is very knowledgeable and has nothing to teach Brother Zhang in the future."
Xu Jingyi frowned slightly: "Didn't you say that they often don't go to school? How come they are more knowledgeable than Master Hu?"
Xu Qin's eyes were bright and he said with admiration: "So, this is the great thing about Brother Zhang. He is good at both literature and martial arts. With several brothers, he works for heaven all day long, and he can improve his knowledge every day."
, do you think it’s awesome or not?”
Xu Jingyi lowered her eyes, feeling incredible.
Xu Qin whispered at this time: "I want to tell you a secret, Zhang Anshi is Guo Degan."
Guo Degan?
Xu Jingyi was a little shocked.
She had an impression of Guo Degan. Her aunt, the Queen, was seriously ill at first, but somehow she recovered. She even went to the palace to inquire about it, and the Queen's aunt was full of praise for Guo Degan, as if he was Guo Degan.
Degan cured the Queen's aunt's illness.
"How is this possible? He is so young."
Xu Qin crossed his hands and said triumphantly: "How is it impossible? Brother Zhang Fu told Liu Jin this. He also said that if Liu Jin spreads the word, Liu Jin will be beaten to death! Liu Jin told me again and gave instructions.
I, if this spreads out, I will be beaten to death. Sister, do you think Brother Zhang is very powerful? He can cure diseases, is also good at reading, and can also do 18 kinds of martial arts. Who doesn't know that the eldest brother of the three evils in the capital is one of them?
A punch can kill a cow."
After hearing this, Xu Jingyi was so surprised that she was speechless.
Xu Qin said cheerfully: "Sister, please marry Zhang Anshi and teach him to be my brother-in-law. In this way, I will become one of the four evil men in the capital. Otherwise, they will think I am stupid and will not sworn sworn brothers with me."
When Xu Jingyi heard this, she raised her eyebrows and scolded: "You...you..."
Seeing that his sister seemed angry, Xu Qin ran away quickly.
But after a while, a nun walked in quickly and said: "Someone came from the palace and said that they have chosen a lover for the girl..."
Xu Jingyi's face turned red.
These days, everyone is talking about her marriage. Her aunt, the Queen, also sends people to come here every now and then. Her daughter is too shy to raise her head, but the girl is in the boudoir and knows nothing about the outside world.
, can only be at the mercy of others.
Now that this matter was getting closer and closer, her heart pounded like a deer, and she was so scared.
At this time, the nun handed a piece of red paper to her and said: "This is the person chosen by the queen herself. This person... is said to be of great virtue, with clear features and beautiful eyes, and his horoscopes are consistent with yours."
"
Seeing Xu Jingyi lowering her head and saying nothing.
Mammy looked like someone who had come before, smiled, and continued: "The Queen said that if the girl is satisfied, it will be settled. In two days, the person will be summoned to the palace to have an audience with Your Majesty and the Queen.
See, if it doesn’t fit...then choose another one.”
Xu Jingyi remained silent.
Grandma said: "This man's name is also good, Guo Degang. You see, he is both virtuous and masculine."
"Guo Degan?" Xu Jingyi was slightly startled, with suspicion on her pretty face.
Grandma said: "Yes, is the girl dissatisfied with the name?"
Xu Jingyi played with the corner of her clothes in embarrassment and stopped talking.
"Girl, you have to give me the right word, I have to go back to life."
Grandma urged again and again.
Xu Jingyi said in a voice as low as a mosquito: "It's all up to my aunt."
Grandma suddenly beamed with joy, collected the red paper, and said: "I'm so happy, so happy, girl, I'm going back to life."
The grandma left.
Xu Jingyi propped up her chin in front of the dressing table and looked out the window dreamily, full of distracting thoughts, but her clear eyes seemed to be covered with a layer of fog at this time.
…………
The next day, Zhang Anshi was called to the East Palace by Princess Zhang.
As soon as Mrs. Zhang saw Zhang Anshi, she said: "I will wear new clothes tomorrow and go to the palace with your brother-in-law and me."
"Why?" Zhang Anshi asked puzzled.
Mrs. Zhang smiled sweetly and said: "The girl from the Xu family is getting ready to get married. I heard that she has chosen a good husband. My father and mother heard that this man is very good, and the girl from the Xu family also accepted it, so... I want to call her
Let’s go into the palace and have a look.”
"The children in Duke Wei's residence are pitiful. You know what happened to Duke Wei, right? He was competing with his father, but his father had no choice but to trap him. But these children in Duke Wei's residence,
As relatives, we naturally have to take good care of him."
Zhang Anshi said: "Oh."
He paused, thought about it again, and then said, "But what does someone else's marriage have to do with me?"
Zhang Anshi felt that there was nothing wrong with his question.
When Mrs. Zhang heard this, she became angry, gritted her teeth and said, "Shut up, don't talk now."
Zhang Anshi lowered his head and sat in rows with Zhu Zhanji beside him.
When Zhu Zhanji saw that he had angered his mother, he moved away.
Mrs. Zhang looked at Zhang Anshi's innocent look, and finally couldn't help but said: "This girl from the Xu family... is the most loved by the queen mother. I took you there to take the opportunity to let you enter the palace. This is a great event, father."
Queen Mother and I are happy to see you, and you will be more pleasing to the eye in the future."
After Zhang Anshi heard this, he nodded obediently and said, "Then I understand."
Zhang continued to explain seriously: "When we arrive, don't talk nonsense."
Zhang Anshi said: "What is nonsense?"
Mrs. Zhang said angrily: "Just don't curse me all the time. Do you think I don't know that you often use foul language?"
Zhang Anshi lowered his head again and said: "There is no way, I learned it from a bad person."
Mrs. Zhang taught him again: "When you see that person coming, you should say auspicious words."
Zhang Anshi said: "What auspicious words."
Zhang said: "You talk about good looks, handsome and tall, and full of knowledge. In short, you say more festive words to make everyone happy."
Zhang Anshi looked suddenly enlightened and said: "Now I understand. In short, I am just flattering him."
Mrs. Zhang glared at him and said: "It's not about flattering the Xu family girl's new husband, but taking advantage of the time when everyone is happy to make everyone more festive, so that the queen mother will be happy after hearing this, and maybe she will be extra special.
Favor you."
Zhang Anshi said: "Don't worry, sister, I will make a draft when I get back and memorize it. I will recite it when I meet that person tomorrow."
Mrs. Zhang raised her eyebrows and couldn't help but smile: "You, do you still need to recite this?"
Zhang Anshi blushed and said: "Sister, you have always known me, I am shy."
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