Daming: I became Zhu Yuanzhang's eldest son

In fact, both Xu Da and Li Shanchang knew very well that this kind of punishment is basically an attitude, which is no different from not punishing.

As the princes of the state, they have many sources of income, and they don't live on salaries at all.

However, Xu Da, as the old coach, is very clear in his heart, even if he knows the disadvantages, there is no way to really solve the root cause.

Most of these middle and low-level military officers are ministers of the dragon. They followed Zhu Yuanzhang's uprising to destroy the Yuan Dynasty, and gradually got to their current positions step by step.

But they don't know what the majesty of the court is, and what is the righteousness of the monarch and ministers. They only know that being a soldier eats food, and being an official gets money.

If you can't even meet this basic requirement, why should they put their head on their waistband, follow you to fight the world, and help you stabilize the country.

But if this is the case, Xu Da can no longer tell Zhu Yuanzhang. After all, after he ascended the throne, the former King Wu has become Emperor Hongwu, and he no longer trusts anyone.

But since the problem has already appeared, it still needs to be solved, so Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Zhu Tao again and asked.

"It seems that the guard system has just been implemented for more than ten years, and its drawbacks have already appeared. It has brought so many bad aspects. We really need to abolish it as soon as possible."

Seeing that Zhu Yuanzhang was so kind, Zhu Tao said with a smile.

"That's your business. As long as you don't get angry with the advice I put forward to you, it's fine. But let the cabinet handle this kind of implementation, and don't push it on me."

If Zhu Tao said this usually, Zhu Yuanzhang would definitely reprimand him a few words first, but this time he was not in the mood.

What he is most concerned about now is whether tobacco can really make up for the military expenditure. After all, money is the most important thing.

The premise of abolishing the guard system is that there is enough money to raise soldiers. If this premise can be realized, Zhu Yuanzhang does not want those soldiers to become farmers or slaves.

At this time, Zhu Tao looked at Zhu Yuanzhang very calmly, and directly gave an affirmative answer.

"If the surrounding small countries, such as Zhancheng Kingdom and Java Kingdom, have the habit of smoking weed, then not only will they be able to support the army, but they will also be rich enough to fill the treasury."

Zhu Yuanzhang lost his composure in an instant, what a bright prospect this should be, and if this is accomplished, Zhu Tao can be said to have immeasurable merit.

"If this is really possible, we will designate you as the one-word side-by-side king. The position is only below your elder brother Zhu Biao, and above Qin Wang Jin Wang and others."

Zhu Tao shook his head, and said helplessly to Zhu Yuanzhang.

"Father, how many times have I told you that I don't want to be some kind of prince, let alone be some side-by-side king. I just want to be a good dude, and I'll be fine if I can just eat and die."

Zhu Yuanzhang had black lines all over his face. He didn't expect that every time he said something serious to Zhu Tao, he would use such words to prevaricate himself.

"Okay, then we'll talk about the sealing later, but since the guard system has been established for more than ten years, it can't be abolished overnight, so we have to think about it."

In fact, this incident was not because Zhu Yuanzhang was afraid of these generals. The disadvantages of the guard system had already been revealed, and these generals were like blood-sucking insects taking benefits from it.

Zhu Yuanzhang is not afraid of their resistance, but what he is afraid of is that they will hide in the dark instead of resisting. There must be a reliable person to rectify them thoroughly.

Zhu Yuanzhang's character is also very reliable, that is, this matter is either not done, or must be done, and he must choose a truly trustworthy person to do it.

At this time, the prince Zhu Biao had already returned, and after listening for a long time, Zhu Yuanzhang suddenly asked him.

"Biao'er, who do you think is the most appropriate person to handle this matter?"

Zhu Biao thought about it carefully, and then replied.

"My son believes that this matter must not be taken lightly. This person must have prestige in the army, be able to deter these officers, and must be the most loyal person who can be trusted by the emperor."

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded, he naturally agreed with Zhu Biao's statement, so he said.

"What Biao'er said is very reasonable. If that's the case, you can recommend someone to me to rectify the guard. Let's appoint him as the special imperial envoy. Wherever I go, it's like I'm here in person. You don't need to ask for an order, and you can handle any matters directly. "

Zhu Biao didn't speak, but looked directly at Zhu Tao.

In this regard, Zhu Yuanzhang also nodded very satisfied and said.

"It seems that you are not a prince for nothing, and you really have a sense of people. If this is the case, let Tao'er work hard again."

Now Zhu Tao is not doing it anymore, he always feels that he is only responsible for coming up with ideas on this matter, and has nothing to do with him.

Unexpectedly, I got another upper body for myself, and I really felt a little trapped.

In desperation, he had to tell Zhu Yuanzhang.

"Father, you have already arranged enough work for me. I am covered in blood, and I probably won't be able to do a few pots of hairy blood. You should find a more suitable person to take charge of cleaning up the guard."

Zhu Yuanzhang also knew that there were indeed many things arranged for Zhu Tao during this period, but he really didn't want others to intervene in this kind of thing.

After all, Zhu Tao is the person he trusts the most, even more than the prince, and Zhu Tao has great prestige in the army.

After much deliberation, he had no choice but to comfort Zhu Tao.

"How about this? After you finish this matter, we will give you a one-month vacation directly so that you can have a good rest."

Zhu Tao muttered in his mouth, saying this every time, but he never succeeded in fulfilling it. Anyway, there will always be work for him to do, and he can't hide.

However, when it was all said and done, he couldn't continue to refuse, but he still tried to say something.

"Brother just said that this person must have enough prestige in the army. I have never even been on the battlefield. It is really inappropriate for me to do this. You should stop thinking about it."

Zhu Biao suddenly came over and said directly to Zhu Tao.

"Brother Tao, although you have never been on the battlefield, the Mauser gun and grenade you invented are so powerful. Aren't those binoculars and sand table military maps also your masterpieces? These generals admire you, so don't Resigned."

Zhu Tao was really helpless in his heart, thinking that everyone is cheating, you are cheating on your brother, what kind of big brother are you.

But for this matter, if the father doesn't trust others, he has no choice but to do it himself, he also said with a sigh.

"I can do this job, but before you let me do this job, you have to give me some time. I'm going to catch up on sleep now, and see you all."

After finishing speaking, he ran directly to the bedroom. Zhu Yuanzhang shook his head and sighed behind him again. This brat really needs to be cured in the future.

Xu Da and Li Shanchang knew it, but it was just a doting reprimand.

Because no matter who is sent to rectify the army, that person will inevitably accumulate great prestige in the army.