Daming: I became Zhu Yuanzhang's eldest son

After some discussion, he still felt that there was nothing he could give to Zhu Tao. If he wanted to give it to the officials, Zhu Tao really thought it was troublesome. He didn't even want the Duke of Fuguo to give him a title.

In desperation, Zhu Yuanzhang glanced at Zhu Bian and asked.

"You stand by and don't speak, so you might as well give an idea and see if it can be used."

At this time, Zhu Yan finally understood, it turned out that this was his own business.

However, according to the statement just now, I am afraid that it is really not easy to arrange some gifts for Zhu Tao, so he scratched his head for a long time before saying.

"Father, I don't think Zhu Tao is short of money or officials, so let's arrange a few concubines for him, choose some beautiful ones, and I will personally check them out."

As soon as these words came out, Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao looked at Zhu Bian together and gave him a big white eye.

"That is to say, it's really interesting that you can come up with such a bad idea, so hurry up and think about it."

At this time Zhu Biao nodded suddenly, his eyes lit up, and he said to Zhu Yuanzhang.

"Father, my son has an idea. I can definitely give my cousin a unique gift!"

"Is there any gift worth being unique, what are you trying to sell, be careful that we will cut you, tell me quickly!"

Zhu Biao glanced at Zhu Yuanzhang, and then said a little proudly.

"Although Brother Tao has a tranquil temperament, he has great wisdom and strategy, and he has the ability to govern the country and enrich the people. Although he is fond of fun now, he will sooner or later be an official in the court, and even his father will definitely grant him a title no lower than a duke."

Zhu Yuanzhang thought to himself, isn't this talking nonsense?I have made this arrangement a long time ago, and I have said it more than once.

If he really wants to break the father-son relationship in front of Zhu Tao in the future, after Tao'er enters the court as an official, his position will never be lower than that of the chief assistant, and his title will be at least a county king.

"Biao'er, don't let this pass you by, just tell me what your idea is, and we'll give you a detailed look at it to see if it's feasible."

Seeing Zhu Yuanzhang's anxious look, Zhu Biao really felt that his love for Zhu Tao had reached the extreme, so he said directly.

"But Brother Tao has no fame. Although he has ability, he has no fame. This is easily rejected by those Confucian scholars. If we want to give him a gift, it is better to give him a big fame."

Zhu Yuanzhang was also excited for a while, but it immediately dimmed, and he said helplessly.

"Although that's what you said, you can't just give him a number one scholar, right? You can't say that to other students, and from a scholar to a scholar, and then from a scholar to a Jinshi, there are three-year exams. Granting him the title of Jinshi, I'm afraid it will be difficult to convince the public, and it will make scholars poke their backs."

But Zhu Biao had already made up his mind, he laughed and said to Zhu Yuanzhang.

"Naturally, the honor of the number one scholar is rare in the world. As far as my son is concerned, Brother Tao's knowledge has already been above the number one scholar. It is not an exaggeration to bestow the number one scholar. That's perfect! That's why I feel that I should call Yan Shenggong in Qufu and ask him to debate knowledge with Zhu Tao. If even Yan Shenggong loses, wouldn't Zhu Tao's knowledge and scholarly reputation be famous all over the world? , when the time comes, which scholar and Confucian would dare to talk more and talk less?"

The so-called Yanshenggong is the title conferred by the head of the Confucius family in each generation of Confucius' direct descendants, and his status is equivalent to the second-rank civil servant of the imperial court.

But when it comes to the influence of Shilin, I am afraid that even if a bunch of second-rank civil servants are tied together, they really can't keep up.

Since ancient times, Confucius has been called a sage, and Mencius has been called a sub-sage. Although the Ming Dynasty has always admired Cheng-Zhu Neo-Confucianism, both Cheng Yi and Zhu Xi are the academic successors of Confucius.

If it is really possible for Yan Shenggong to come to Beijing, and after a debate with Zhu Tao, he will be convinced of Zhu Tao's knowledge, and Zhu Tao will really be able to win the hearts of scholars.

Zhu Yuanzhang was overwhelmed, he said with a smile.

"That's right. Biao'er's opinion is really good. Since that's the case, then quickly order Yan Shenggong to enter the country. Let's meet him personally and take him to Zhujiazhuang."

At this time, Zhu Yan suddenly had an idea, he smiled and said to Zhu Yuanzhang.

"Father, it is better for the sons and ministers to pass the decree. It also seems that the court pays more attention to the descendants of the Kong family and gives them face."

In fact, there was no reason for Zhu Yan to ask for such an order. Firstly, he was grateful to him, and secondly, he wanted to take the opportunity to do something for Zhu Tao.

As long as I get along well with Zhu Tao, I will definitely not lose my face when I am with my father.

Zhu Yan suddenly felt that something was wrong. He and these current princes were all Zhu Yuanzhang's biological sons, but they had to rely on pleasing an adopted son to get closer to their relationship with Zhu Yuanzhang, but everyone felt that this was normal.

However, Zhu Biao suddenly said to Zhu Yan's enthusiasm: "Third brother, this Yan Shenggong is a direct descendant of a saint, and he is very airy. If there is any excuse for not wanting to enter the court, then you should what to do?"

In fact, Zhu Yuanzhang was also considering this concern, and he also looked at Zhu Bian, waiting for his answer.

Zhu Biao is the prince of the frontier fortress guarding the Nine Frontiers, and his violent temper cannot be given in a short time. After hearing Zhu Biao's question, he answered without hesitation.

"Prince, don't worry, my younger brother has already figured it out. Of course it's the best if Duke Yansheng is willing to come. If he doesn't want to come, my younger brother will just tie him up. I still don't believe it. No matter how angry he is, Can you still have my temper?"

After listening to Zhu Yan's words, Zhu Biao sighed and didn't answer directly, but Zhu Yuanzhang stared and reprimanded him directly.

"Zhu Yan, what kind of bad idea are you talking about? Our Daming also respects Confucianism, how can we be so rude to the descendants of the saints? Don't say such things in the future."

Zhu Yan didn't dare to be tough with his father, so he smiled helplessly and said: "Father, my son is just joking. You also know that my son usually doesn't study much, and he likes to make jokes when he has something to do. This matter is more specific." What to do, please ask the emperor's will."

After hearing what Zhu Yan said, Zhu Yuanzhang looked better. After all, he is his own son. Even after the training, he still needs to find a solution.

"What we mean is this, you still go to announce the decree as an imperial envoy, and when you arrive at the Confucian family in Qufu, be polite to Yan Shenggong, but in order to increase your majesty, we will give you the Shang Fang that an imperial envoy should have." The sword, and the authority to do things cheaply, do you understand?"

Zhu Biao who was next to him was stunned. The meaning was the same as Zhu Bian’s. With Shangfang’s sword, he had the right to cut first and play later. It’s best to enter Beijing according to the order.