Seiwa

Chapter 167 The meaning of the emperor

After the four drums, Jinyiwei blew his whip, the emperor passed the imperial road, ascended to Danbi, and all the officials paid homage.

Meng Qinghe was in the right class, standing behind Xincheng Hou Zhangfu, and bowed down with the sound of rites, music, and officials.

In addition to civil and military affairs, there were Qi Wang Zhu Ju, Qin Wang Zhu Shangbing, and Ning Wang Shizi Zhu Panxuan came to pay homage, Meng Qinghe glanced at them without any trace, bowed his head silently, and tried to make himself more like a scenery board.

It is conceivable that he will not be the protagonist today, even if he is, it will be after the dismissal.

During these days in the capital, Zhu Gaosui privately disclosed to Meng Qinghe a lot of "internal" information, including Zhu Di's attitude towards the clan.For example, the king of Zhou, the brother of the emperor, only obeys the order of the emperor, Zhu Di ordered, there is no second word, it is natural that simplicity is in the emperor's heart, and we can meet each other.Such as Qi Wang, Gu Wang, etc., it is best to stay far away.

After seeing the letter of worship from the right chief of Qi Wangfu to Xingning Bofu, Zhu Gaosui reminded Meng Qinghe that it was best to push it.

"Since the third year of Yongle, King Uncle Qi has often been reprimanded by his father. Uncle Xingning has been in Daning, so he probably didn't know. Not long ago, his father became very angry in the inner court, and it was related to Uncle Qi. .”

Zhu Gaosui was vague, Meng Qinghe didn't ask in depth, it's best not to be too curious about the Tian family's affairs.Even if he is given a national surname, he is still a non-staff member. Try to stay as far away as possible, and it is the best policy to protect yourself wisely.

He hadn't thought of this, and Ding Guogong's mention in the letter was enough to make him understand what he should do.

Regardless of whether King Qi really did or was framed, based on the few words Zhu Gaosui leaked, Meng Qinghe can deduce that King Qi, who was imprisoned in Beijing during the Jianwen period and almost passed through the prison, may be in trouble again.

The letter of worship from Prince Qi's Palace Chief Shi cannot be returned clearly, and must be treated as if he hadn't seen it.

Offending the king of Qi is a trivial matter, at most he will be worn a few times in small shoes.Offending the emperor unintentionally is a big problem.

The emperor finds someone disliked, and still tries to make friends with him. This is not stupid, but stupid and fuming.

Meng Qinghe guessed it right, at the beginning of the court meeting, some courtiers challenged King Qi, their words were as sharp as a knife's edge, King Qin and Prince Ning's sons who were standing with King Qi subconsciously took half a step back, obviously not wanting to cause trouble.

"Your Majesty, the king of Qi committed many crimes in the feudal land, was greedy and violent, set up prisons privately, made scoundrels, murdered assassins, called the emperor evil in private, and cursed Nightmare Town. , the crime is unforgivable, please punish the king of Qi!"

Zhu Di looked at King Qi with deep anger. Obviously, the previous edicts, even sealing up King Zhou's upper form and sending it to King Qi, asking him to imitate and learn from it, had no effect.King Qi is still the same, and this time he entered the court to plead guilty, and it may not come from the heart.

King Qi is not a fool, he has experienced the prison disaster during the Jianwen period, and he knows better than anyone else that this trip to Beijing may be more or less auspicious.But he still came, with a little luck, hoping that the emperor would see his brother's affection and punish him lightly.

Under the banner of restoring Taizu Gao to the law, the emperor Jing Nan ascended the throne, and lifted up the princes and clans who had been knocked down and relegated by Jianwen Emperor one by one, in order to let the world see that Taisun disregarded family affection, was ruthless, and disobeyed Emperor Gao In his will, he only targeted his uncle, and the cavalry rebellion was a helpless move, and it was driven by justice to rob his nephew of the throne.

It's only been four years now, and Yoyo's mouth is still not calm, so he's going to do the opposite?

Zhu Mi knew Zhu Di well, once the other party made up his mind, he would never give up easily.He can't even carry Zhu Yunqi, so how can he have the confidence to fight against Zhu Di?

Looking at the two nephews standing aside, King Qi felt extremely regretful.At the beginning, you should not hesitate, you should learn from King Jin and King Qin, and take the initiative to ask for the reduction of the guards of the palace, or learn from King Ning and King Gu, and ask the emperor to change places for him.

It's too late to regret now.

The emperor will definitely punish him for his crime. The question is whether to lift a machete or a wooden stick.

Knock sap, there is still hope of recovery.

When the knife falls, ten to ten people's heads will fall to the ground.

Zhu Yunwen was ruthless to the vassal king, and Zhu Di was even more ruthless than his nephew.

King Qi didn't dare to appeal to Zhu Di for injustice, but he had an idea, his beard and hair were all stretched out, he glared at the officials who impeached him, and shouted sharply: "The treacherous minister wants to slander the emperor again, and kill me while acting like the grandson?!"

There was a sudden silence in the hall.

Meng Qinghe's legs were a little sore, and under the cover of the court clothes, he moved carefully, when he suddenly heard King Qi's rebuke, he couldn't help but glance at him.

After all, he is Emperor Hongwu's son, and Emperor Yongle's blood brother. The emperor clearly wants to deal with him, but he still finds a way to survive.

On the grounds that King Qi was impeached, cursing Nightmare Town could kill his whole family.

King Ning was also impeached by Nightmare Town, and escaped by being pushed on the officials, but he also lost his heart. He could only send love books, and he didn't even touch a knife or gun.

King Qi may not have the luck of King Ning, but shouting this sentence in front of the hall also won him a way out.Even if Zhu Di is determined to deal with him, he must think again and again, how to stop the mouths of the people in the world.

How can you allow others to snore in the place where you lie down?

The emperor cut down the vassals to centralize power.

Emperor Jianwen did it but failed because he was too anxious and underestimated the strength of his uncles.

Zhu Di also wants to centralize power, and the primary target is the army and guards in the hands of the vassal king.He succeeded by relying on the Yanshan Guard and the Frontier Army, and he never hoped that the latecomers would follow suit.

After picking and picking, King Qi became the first unlucky guy.

However, this unlucky guy was obviously smarter than he expected.

Want to imitate the grandson?

Even if Zhu Di was killed, he couldn't admit it.Otherwise, it would be a complete joke to raise the flag to calm down and restore the emperor.But the matter has come to this point, the arrow has to be fired, the king of Qi cannot be abolished immediately, but also the officials of the palace and the guards of the king of Qi should be abolished.

King Qi kept his head and the throne for the time being, and was only imprisoned in Nanjing for a later decision.The Qi Wang, Chang Shi, and other officials who accompanied him to Beijing were all dismissed. Those who had conclusive evidence of guilt and persisted in their crimes were set up in Jinyi Prison.

"Decree the commander of the Shandong capital, according to the inspector, the chief minister, the second guard from the left and the middle of Qingzhou, and remove the officials of the king of Qi. Those who have been convicted will be escorted to Beijing. The guards will be assigned to the nearby guards. Anyone detained by the king's mansion will be released without charge. In a private manufacturing office, the person in charge will be detained, and the artisans under it will make books, check the household registration, or return to the original place, or choose a skilled hand to serve as the Beijing military bureau."

"The ministers obey the order."

Meng Qinghe was very envious when he heard that the craftsmen under King Qi were going to enrich the Beijing Military Bureau.

Daning is currently short of people. The reason for this is that the emperor and the emperor's son are both responsible.As long as people don't fill the vacancies, who can bear it?

The craftsmen recruited by the King of Qi are absolutely extraordinary in craftsmanship. There is no shortage of people in the Beijing Military Bureau. Can the extra places be given to Daning?

If it doesn't work, use food instead?

Even though his eyes are hot, he also knows that these words cannot be spoken in a courteous manner.I can only think secretly, if someone comes from the emperor, maybe I can do some activities with Bai Gonggong, or I can ask Han Wang Zhao Wang for help.

Shen Xuan didn't need to think about it, according to Zhu Gaosui's words, he would go to Beijing soon.Duke Wei only cares about military training, and never interferes with military affairs and craftsmen.It is true that Eunuch Bai is not difficult to talk to, but it may not be so easy to poach someone from him. This matter needs careful planning.

While Meng Qinghe planned to poach the corners of the military battle, he continued to fight soy sauce in the court.

Xin Chenghou was tall and mighty enough to stand behind him, which was quite suitable for slipping away.

The son of heaven sent King Qi, and the sons of King Qin and King Ning broke out in a cold sweat at the same time.

Things hurt their kind, and knowing that the emperor didn't intend to take care of him, he still couldn't help but feel his scalp tingling.

Several Jinyiwei and Dahan generals had entered the hall and "invited" King Qi out.

Meng Qinghe looked sideways, and Yang Duo was among them.

King Qi was ruled, and Jin Yiwei must have played a significant role.

In the Fengtian Palace, from the ministers of the court to the princes of the clan, the eyes that fell on Yang Duo were more or less evil.

Yang Duo didn't seem to notice, saluted the emperor, and then withdrew from the hall.He only glanced to the front right when he was leaving, and following his gaze, Meng Qinghe couldn't help but shudder, he was looking at Prince Ning's son, Zhu Panxuan.

The sound of Jin Yiwei's footsteps disappeared, and Meng Qinghe looked away.

Jin Yiwei is the sharp blade in the hands of the emperor, no matter where it is cut, it is the emperor's will.If you shouldn't know, even if you see it with your own eyes, you still have to pretend to be confused.

Although he can't be an old fritter in the officialdom, he is not stupid, and he still has the ability to seek good luck and avoid bad luck.

Thinking of Yang Duo standing like a statue in front of Fengtian Gate, I can't help but sigh in my heart, time is indeed the most terrible thing in the world.

Kaipingwei, Dezhou City, the flames of war, the smoke of gunpowder, and the bloody generals on the battlefield seem like a world away.

Pulling the corner of his mouth, why hasn't he changed?Seven years ago, he would never have expressed such emotion.

After King Qi, a courtier asked to send troops to Annan, and the generals who had been silent before suddenly became energetic.

"An Nanli's crime is extremely heinous, and the world will not tolerate it!"

Wang Yuan, who had just been promoted to the military department, gave an impassioned speech, counting Annan's crimes, and Li Jing, who was also in the military department, checked and made up for the omissions. He stripped off the skin of King Hu and directly called him Li.

What king of the Hu family is clearly a relative of the Chen family, a visiting son-in-law, a traitor and a traitor!

The courtiers selectively ignored the fact that Emperor Yongle bestowed the Hu family with the golden seal, and they all said that the Hu family had usurped the throne and must be severely punished.

"You little clown, you dare to lurk a conspiracy, slaughter the Chen family, and kill my envoy. The poison is so heinous, the crime is heinous! If you don't punish this thief, what's the use of soldiers!"

Jin Chun, the right servant of the Ministry of Punishment, stepped up to a higher level and directly wanted to shoot Annan to death.

The Hu family killed Chen Tianping, and there was still room for relaxation. It should have never happened, it should have clashed with the Ming army who sent Chen Tianping back to the country, and even detained the envoys of the Ming Dynasty.

Its original intention was probably to keep hostages, multiple bargaining chips, and negotiate peace with the Ming Dynasty.Dali Temple Minister Xue Wei, who did not want to be ordered to escort the Chen family back to the country, had a strong personality and did not want to be humiliated, so he committed suicide in the chaos.

The blood was all drained, and I couldn't save it even if I tried to save it.

Once Xue Wei died, Annan's internal affairs immediately rose to an international dispute, directly related to Daming's face and prestige!

Before the incident, many courtiers did not approve of sending troops to Annan. The expedition was laborious and costly. The household department had just had a few days off. Once they fought with Annan, the food and copper coins would disappear at a speed visible to the naked eye.

Headed by Xia Yuanji, Minister of the Ministry of Household Affairs, the officials of the six ministries urged the emperor to think twice.

There is no cessation in the north, and the south is about to start again. You can't just throw money into the hole of the war. You must think more about national construction.

When the news of Xue Wei's death came, the court immediately exploded. All the peacemakers became the main fighters, and the centrists became radicals. They changed their previous views and sent petitions one after another. Annan must be taught a profound lesson.

Emperor Yong Le flipped through the memorabilia, pinched his forehead, stopped building the country?

The Sixth Ministry stated that construction must be carried out, and wars must be fought!

Emperor Yong Le asked again, where did the money and food come from?

The six ministries said in unison: Hubu is out!If the household department is not enough, you can eat locally.

This place definitely does not refer to the territory of Daming, but Annan.

Emperor Yong Le was speechless.

To some extent, civil servants are more ruthless and less particular than military officials.

Etiquette and morality, convincing people with reason?

Words are spoken by people, and if necessary, the doctrine of saints can be interpreted in another way.

The civil servants were full of enthusiasm and determined to attack Annan. They wished they could go into battle in person and be more active than generals.

In the end, Emperor Yongle was "persuaded" by his courtiers.

"The world tolerates the crimes of rebels, and I intend to launch a crusade to show the power of heaven!" "Your Majesty is holy!"

The officials kowtowed, and Meng Qinghe bowed down, saying long live.He suddenly felt that Ming Dynasty's civil servants were indeed remarkable, no wonder they left a "great reputation" in history.Emperor Yong Le, who can make these fierce people even more remarkable, can definitely publish a book with a five-character title "Di Wang Hou Hei Xue".

Emperor Yongle made an order to send troops to Annan, ordered the six ministries to draw up regulations, and ordered the Ministry of Rites to cast the seals of General Zhengyi and Deputy General Zhengyi.

The ministers took orders, no important matters, and retreated from the court.

Meng Qinghe didn't leave in a hurry, he stayed at the end of the line, and sure enough, he waited for the internal officer Hou Xian.

"The Son of Heaven issued an order to call Duke Cheng, Marquis of Xincheng, and Uncle Xingning to accompany you at the door."

Meng Qinghe pinched the written note and followed Hou Xian's footsteps.

The Youshun Gate is a house-style gate, with red pillars and large wood, covered with glazed tiles, and walls and fans on both sides. There are staff on duty and guards on duty.

Hou Xian asked the three of them to wait a moment, then turned around and left in a hurry.After half a cup of tea, Emperor Yong Le, who had changed into ordinary clothes, appeared.

Yishan crown, gown with coiled collar and narrow sleeves, gold coiled dragons woven on the front, back and shoulders, a jade belt around the waist, thick eyebrows and tiger eyes, a domineering aura.

Compared to those in the court hall, Emperor Yong Le seemed to be in a much better mood.

"Meet Your Majesty."

The three bowed down, Zhu Di raised his hand, "Excuse me."

After Hou Xian led his servants back, Emperor Yongle stood under the eaves, with one hand behind his back, and said: "I summoned you and others to ask about the strategy of sending troops. The Li family in Annan committed a heinous crime, and I decided to call for it. All dynasties sent troops to There are two roads in Nandu, one is from Guangxi, the other is through Yunnan." At this point, Zhu Di paused, "Shihong."

Zhu Neng took half a step forward, "The minister is here."

"If you order Qing to enter from Guangxi, and Xi Pinghou to enter from Yunnan, how many divisions should we use?"

Translated, if I want to destroy Annan and send troops in two directions, how many officers and troops should be recruited?

Zhu Nengdao: "Annan Li's crimes are horrific. I am a teacher of benevolence and righteousness. If you cut down to the point of inhumanity, the ministers and others who support Tianwei will be wiped out with a drum. The number of teachers is only the order of the superior."

If His Majesty wants to destroy Annan, he is playing the banner of benevolence and righteousness, so he has to work hard to show his majesty.How many troops to send, please Your Majesty to judge.

In short, there must be no less troops to be dispatched, and less momentum will not be enough.

Zhu Di pondered for a while, then turned to Zhang Fu, "What do you think?"

Zhang Fu clasped his fists: "The subject is attached to Cheng Guogong's proposal." According to the tone of the emperor, the two armies sent troops to Annan. That's right.

Zhu Di nodded, and then asked Meng Qinghe, "What's your proposal for sending troops this time?"

Meng Qinghe blinked and asked him?

He has a certain understanding of the battle of Jingnan, but Annan is really not familiar with it.In addition to the fact that people from the Central Plains are prone to acclimatization when they go there, they need to prepare medicinal materials, and they must also be careful of beasts like elephants and rhinos, so I really dare not make random ideas.

"Your Majesty, I only know that there is miasma in the southwestern region. The army should call more medical households and prepare enough medicinal materials. Armaments, especially firearms, need to be taken care of to prevent rain and damp. They cannot be used during wartime."

"Good." Emperor Yong Le said, "Everything you say is very good."

The emperor praised him, and Zhu Di and Zhang Fu immediately agreed.

Meng Qinghe was a little dizzy, and when he was flustered, he pinched his thigh hard, but it didn't work, he had to wake up!With Emperor Yong Le's character, would he boast in vain?There must be another trick!

Sure enough, as soon as the good word was written, the conversation changed, "I heard that the firearms team trained by Qing is so brave that one can count as ten. Is there such a thing?"

"Returning to Your Majesty, I do have a firearms team in my hands, but I dare not take one as ten."

"Are you in Beijing?"

"Return to Your Majesty, here we are."

"Okay." Emperor Yongle clapped his hands, "All the cannons and blunderbuss presented by the King of Han come from Daning, I am very happy, but although there are many troops who are good at using firearms, the method of practicing them is rare."

After the words fell, he looked at Meng Qinghe with a smile on his face.

I have already spoken, why don't you express it?

Meng Qinghe gritted his teeth and swallowed a mouthful of old blood, he knew it!

"If your majesty does not give up, I would like to lead the firearms team to perform. Please watch your majesty."

"Well, Xingning Boguo is the pillar of the country."

"Your Majesty, the firearms team is temporarily stationed outside the city, and I should send someone to come here."

"No, since it is a firearm, it should be practiced in the suburbs. It is enough for me and Qing to go to the suburbs."

"His Majesty……"

Meng Qinghe wanted to persuade the emperor to go out of the palace is not a trivial matter, and it is another trouble to let people know that it has something to do with him.

"Hou Xian, send someone to deliver an order to summon King Ping, King Zhao, Marquis Wuyang and others to the camp of the Daning frontier army."

"The slaves obey the order."

Hou Xian took the order to leave, and Meng Qinghe knew that there was no room for change, so he could only go to the suburbs to count the soldiers of the Qing Dynasty and clean up the place.

"can."

Zhu Di waved his hand, yes.

Meng Qinghe thanked him, got up, left the emperor's sight, and ran all the way.

After today, more than [-]% of the fifty people in hand, including artillery, sabers, and sabers, may have to hand over to the public again.

Before he came, he had expected it a long time ago... Gritting his teeth, everything is for Daming!

Even though he comforted himself so much, after leaving the palace gate, riding a horse, facing the afternoon sun, he still couldn't help feeling sad, tears streaming down his face, with the help of galloping horses, it was a good interpretation of what is called "running through tears".

Yang Duo, who went out of the palace together, saw this scene, his heart was as hard as iron, his face was as cold as ice, he couldn't help but twitched the corner of his mouth.

Uncle Xingning is indeed a good general of the country, not... an ordinary person.