my brother-in-law is the prince

chapter 143

Zhu Di pondered, and continued to look at Zhu Gaoxu: "What you just said, is it true?"

After hearing this, Wang Ning's face turned miserable.

Zhu Gaoxu said: "I dare not hide anything. I have been arrogant all these years. The people around me, like Wang Ning, are not boasting about me? Until today, I don't know their true colors. It’s all about getting benefits from the minister.”

Wang Ning said: "Your Majesty, he is talking nonsense, it is himself..."

But at this time, Wang Ning suddenly realized that he might have made a terrible mistake.

Because parents all over the world seem to have the same idea that if their children have problems, they must have been led astray.

Zhu Di didn't show his expression, but looked at Zhu Gaoxu and said, "It seems that you have repented?"

Zhu Gaoxu said with a sincere expression: "Your minister committed such a catastrophe, at this moment, the emperor is still pleading for me, Zhang Anshi is still trying his best to save my life, no matter how stupid I am, don't I know the pros and cons? "

"On the contrary, those people who praised me in the past are now alienating me one by one, and some even fell into trouble... Zhang Anshi... No, brother, he was too kind to me. He beat me several times in order to make me repent, and I was beaten. I finally came to my senses, now that I think about it, the reason I have today is because no one is willing to beat me..."

Zhang Anshi: "..."

Zhang Anshi felt embarrassing in his heart, he even suspected that Zhu Gaoxu was taking revenge on him, why he said everything.

But Zhu Gaoxu burst into tears, and said a little excitedly: "As a son, I committed such a heinous crime today, and I don't ask my parents for forgiveness, and I feel ashamed to see my elder brother, so I want to kill him, listen respectfully." Come on, I won't frown."

Zhu Di became more and more surprised.

Even Empress Xu, who was at the side, had all the melancholy in her heart swept away at this moment, and looked at Zhu Gaoxu in disbelief.

They all know that Zhu Gaoxu is a person who can't hide things in his heart, otherwise, how could he go around so absurdly telling people that he wants to be Li Shimin?

Knowing the son is better than the mother, Empress Xu believed his words a little bit.

Zhu Di was furious and said: "It's too late for you to repent now, you bastard, how can I tolerate you?"

Zhu Di was obviously probing, he always felt that this was too unbelievable, so he immediately reprimanded.

Zhu Gaoxu has a quick temper and is by no means the kind of person who is good at reasoning with others.

So he shouted: "Your Majesty said well."

As he said that, without hesitation, he rushed directly to the side of the pillar, and then bumped his head against the pillar, saying in his mouth: "Since I made a mistake, I should die, so as not to be ashamed and shameless to see you." My own brother, I feel ashamed and flustered."

dong dong dong...

He slammed his head against the pillar a few times, and his head was bleeding immediately, and he began to feel a little dizzy, his head was shaking, and his head was covered with blood.

At this moment, everyone is really out of reach.

Zhang Anshi admired in his heart, he deserves to be the king of Han. As expected in history, the rebellion failed. When the emperor Zhu Zhanji went to see him, he could directly touch Zhu Zhanji's feet and make Zhu Zhanji fall.

This person can deal with it, and he really dares to do something.

Zhu Di and Empress Xu were shocked, and several guards stopped Zhu Gaoxu in a hurry.

But Zhu Gaoxu's forehead was already swollen and blood was flowing down his face.

Empress Xu burst into tears, stepped forward, twisted Zhu Gaoxu's arm fiercely, and said, "How did I give birth to such a bastard like you, since you know your mistakes, why should you be like this."

Unable to bear to look at Zhu Gaoxu's bloody wound, he turned his face away.

Zhu Gaoxu said sadly: "I have said that I am extremely ashamed in my heart. This mere physical pain is nothing. Now I should be tied up and killed. It is meaningless for me to stay in this world. The queen mother loves me, and she will definitely be able to Keep my wife and children safe, and I have no regrets."

Having said that, Zhu Gaoxu looked at Zhang Anshi and said, "Brother, I will never harm you in the next life."

Empress Xu couldn't control her emotions anymore, she fell on him and burst into tears.

Zhu Gaoxu is a very complicated person. He has a side that is hopelessly stupid, but at the same time, so many people in the army are willing to speak up for such a fool, and they love him because of his loyal side.

It's just that these days, being betrayed by many 'good brothers' whom he thought he used to think, he is already in pain.

But in the end, he had a new brother again, and this person recognized him as a brother, so he really took his heart out.

Seeing this, Zhu Di felt that his hard-hearted heart had already melted, but he still scolded: "You rebellious son, you rebellious son, look at what you look like, how did I give birth to such a fool as you, to marry your mother?" Yes, no wonder you are being fooled all the time."

As soon as this remark came out, Wang Ning was taken aback.

Because in this sentence, it seems to be unintentional, but in fact, it has already pointed out a judgment that scared Wang Ning out of his wits... No wonder people have been fooled all day long.

Who is the person who fools Zhu Gaoxu all the time?
Zhu Di gritted his teeth, but stepped forward to look at Zhu Gaoxu's injury seriously. He seemed to think that he should not die, so he wanted to kick Zhu Gaoxu hard, but he seemed to be afraid of Empress Xu, so he said to Zhang Anshi: "This kid ...has he changed?"

For this family, Zhang Anshi sighed silently. This imperial family is also a human being, and they also have their own sincere feelings.

Facing Zhu Di's question, Zhang Anshi said honestly: "Your Majesty...on weekdays...the people around him dote on him too much, but Brother Zhu...ah no...Zhu Gaoxu's heart is still good."

After hearing this, Zhu Di suddenly felt that a big stone had fallen from his heart.

He insisted on dealing with Zhu Gaoxu because he knew very well that with such a son, sooner or later this guy would do something again. This person is hopeless, if he is kept, sooner or later brothers will kill each other.

Zhu Di never wanted to see such a tragedy, so he had no choice but to kill Ma Su with tears.

But now...if he can really respect each other as brothers and sisters, then one of his worries will be settled, which is what he hopes most as a father.

At that moment, Zhu Di sighed, as if he was affected by Empress Xu's sobs, his eyes were also red: "Hey... this is the reason why I indulged him, this rebellious son... If I really know my mistakes and can correct them, I can even die in peace gone."

Zhang Anshi comforted: "Your Majesty cannot say such a thing."

"Come here, treat this rebellious son."

Zhu Gaoxu said: "Isn't the superficial wound still dead? No one should treat my wound. If anyone treats it, it will be difficult for me."

Zhu Di resisted the urge to beat up this bastard son again, and didn't know what to say for a while, so he could only hold back his violent temper.

Zhu Gaoxu was a little dizzy at this time, and said exhaustedly: "My mother... the biggest hatred in my life is that I don't know good people. Brother Huang and Zhang Anshi treat me so well, but I fight against them everywhere. I... I..."

As he spoke, he hugged Empress Xu and burst into tears.

Although Zhu Di still wanted to curse, but at this moment, seeing the mother and son hugging each other and crying bitterly, he suddenly felt refreshed.

Even if he is an emperor, what he cares about is the harmony of his family. After all, a family should be neat and tidy.

Immediately, he paced back and forth, glanced at Zhang Anshi, and couldn't help saying: "It's all thanks to Zhang Anshi, Nizi, if it wasn't for Zhang Anshi, I would have killed you."

Zhang Anshi smiled.

Zhu Di patted Zhang Anshi on the shoulder.

Empress Xu helped Zhu Gaoxu up, and Empress Xu said softly: "Is it more important?"

Zhu Gaoxu said: "It doesn't matter."

Empress Xu looked at her blood-faced son, and couldn't help cursing angrily and distressedly: "You rebellious son, if there is another time, I really don't have your son."

Zhu Gaoxu didn't say a word, he was actually used to being scolded.

Zhu Di remembered something at this time, turned around, but his eyes fell on Wang Ning.

Wang Ning was already trembling with fright.

That Princess Huaiqing was also frightened, and hurriedly said: "Brother Huang..."

Zhu Di said indifferently: "This is a matter between me and Wang Ning, so don't talk too much."

Wang Ning tremblingly said: "Your Majesty, minister... minister..."

Zhu Di said coldly: "On weekdays, why do you provoke the prince and Zhu Gaoxu?"

Wang Ning knew that His Majesty no longer believed in him, and any sophistry at this time was meaningless and would only give His Majesty the impression of being full of lies.

He lowered his head and said: "Chen... I have a good relationship with Zhu Gaoxu..."

"Do you have a good relationship with him?" Zhu Di sneered, and he gave Wang Ning a disdainful look: "I'm afraid you want to use him."

Wang Ning said: "The minister was confused for a while."

"I don't think you are confused at all." Zhu Di smiled colder: "You are too smart, I am afraid that you are not satisfied with your current status, I hope to have the credit of Conglong, you are now Yongchun Hou, in the future...do you still want to become a duke, don't you?"

This sentence really expressed Wang Ning's mind.

Wang Ning, the son-in-law, his marquis could not have come by following Zhu Dijing, but he didn't have anything else, so it was difficult to make military merits, but no matter how powerful the military merits are, can they be as powerful as Conglong's merits?

Therefore, he is optimistic about Zhu Gaochi and hopes to satisfy himself by supporting Zhu Gaochi.

At this time, facing Zhu Di's questioning, Wang Ning said in a distraught manner: "Your Majesty..."

Zhu Di ignored him, and said directly: "It is a serious crime for you to separate the two princes and brothers. Zhu Gaoxu lost power, and you fell into trouble, which is also a serious crime. I really didn't expect that you would have such ulterior motives. Say it yourself, you committed such a crime." Is it because you are my sister's husband that you can protect yourself?"

Wang Ning was terrified, and said: "Chen...Chen..."

Zhu Di said coldly: "I think for the sake of the princess, let you think about what to do, and step down for me."

Wang Ning shuddered, his eyes filled with fear, he seemed to have seen his end.

Zhu Di said to Yi Shi who was beside him again: "The princess is not feeling well, and she will be sent to live in the palace for a few days."

After hearing this, Princess Huaiqing burst into tears, looked at Zhu Di pleadingly and said, "Brother Huang..."

Zhu Di said lightly: "This is the best result, and I hope my sister can understand my painstaking efforts."

The good things have been said.

How could Princess Huaiqing not understand what Zhu Di meant?But he couldn't make a sound, and was helped out by Yishiha.

Wait for Princess Huaiqing and Wang Ning to leave.

Only then did Zhu Di take his seat, looked at the teacup on the table, and said, "Who drank this?"

Zhu Yong rushed out immediately: "The tea I poured is for Zhu Gaoxu."

"This rebellious son deserves to drink tea." Zhu Di scolded, picked up the teacup, took a sip, and said, "It's his luck that he can repent. This time, I will spare his life... Zhang Anshi Well, you can say it yourself, if he harmed you like this, the death penalty can be forgiven, but what about the living penalty?"

Zhang Anshi began to wink at Zhu Di: "Your Majesty, can you take a step to speak."

Zhu Di looked at Zhang Anshi suspiciously, and then looked at Empress Xu and Zhu Gaoxu.

Then he stood up casually and said, "Go, go and sit in the next room."

So the two monarchs and ministers, under the watchful eyes of everyone, came out of the small hall in sequence.

When we arrived at the wing room next door, after Zhang Anshi closed the door, Zhu Di said with emotion: "I always find it unbelievable. You said this rebellious son, has he really changed?"

Zhang Anshi nodded and said, "Zhu Gaoxu is a man of loyalty. If he recognizes his brother, he will definitely not do unrighteous things."

Thinking about it carefully, Zhu Di seemed to think that Zhu Gaoxu was indeed the case, if not, there wouldn't be so many cronies hanging around him.

Zhu Di withdrew his mind and said, "Tell me, how should I deal with it?"

Zhang Anshi smiled and said: "Chen... here is a charter, please read it Your Majesty."

As he spoke, he took out a memorial as if by a magic trick.

Zhu Di picked it up with great interest, opened it, and saw that it was actually a contract.

The next moment, Zhu Di actually closed it directly: "When I see this kind of thing, I feel a pain in my head. You can tell me directly."

Seeing Zhu Di's direct operation, Zhang Anshi couldn't help but think in his heart: The reason for Zhu Gaoxu's lack of thoughtfulness has been found, and his daring is hereditary.

Zhang Anshi said: "The shares of the commercial bank need to be readjusted. Your Majesty may have to take out half of the shares, which can be regarded as a reward for Zhu Gaoxu. The minister and the brothers will also give half of the shares in proportion. In this case, Zhu Gaoxu There is only [-]% of the shares in hand."

Zhu Di frowned: "He has committed such a serious crime, and he still wants me to pay him?"

Zhang Anshi said with a smile: "Family, Your Majesty has given the crown prince all over the world. Could it be that his own son is not even willing to give half of the shares? This is unreasonable. Even though I am an outsider, I feel that I can't see it."

Zhu Di pursed his lips and said nothing.

Zhang Anshi then continued: "Of course, this share is not for nothing, he is investing in technology."

"Technology?" Zhu Di was suspicious.

"Didn't the minister say that his four guards should be stationed in Mubang?"

Zhu Di nodded: "Go on."

"What if these four guards are placed under the business?"

Zhu Di was taken aback: "Isn't this a big joke in the world?"

Zhang Anshi smiled and said: "In this world, there will be exceptions to everything. What is my Ming Dynasty? It is the Kingdom of Heaven! The Kingdom of Heaven, naturally cannot use weapons rashly. But if, I mean if, if there is a dispute between the commercial firm and foreign countries So much so that it has reached the point where swords and soldiers meet? What if the firm has also won the land and port, and still has a lot of minerals? This does not damage my Ming's kindness at all."

This is actually a hat-trick, and any fool can see that it's just a different name.

Zhu Di was thoughtful, and then asked: "What kind of land, what kind of port, what kind of minerals are these, are they worth?"

"Why is it worthless? On the land, businesses can collect taxes, mines can be sold, and ports can pump oil and water! Your Majesty, I have a whole set of profitable plans. As long as Zhu Gaoxu can fight, there will be no worries about no profit. No, just Don't worry about no huge profits!"

Zhu Di looked at Zhang Anshi fixedly, but apparently he continued to think about something in his mind.

Zhang Anshi said again: "What's more... the firm has acquired the land, and His Majesty and Zhu Gaoxu hold the majority of the shares. To put it bluntly, isn't this land still your Majesty's? The rebirth of Emperor Taizong of Tang cannot be compared."

Zhu Di was really tempted: "Go on."

"The most important thing is that the affairs of the commercial bank do not go through the national treasury. Zhu Gaoxu's four guards and the supplies they need are all provided by the commercial bank. The commercial bank is profitable, and of course they are willing to spend money. With weapons like Zhu Gaoxu and a commander as brave as Zhu Gaoxu, who can match him outside this region?"

Zhu Di nodded: "After plundering the land, is it still managed by the commercial bank?"

"This is where the problem lies. I heard that many countries outside the region are countries, but in fact, they are all occupied by chieftains and princes in their countries. If the imperial court sends troops to conquer, they will inevitably be included as counties. , send officials to manage, and those chieftains and princes will definitely resist desperately, and the loss of the country will be too great after a long time."

"However, the plan of this commercial firm is to only take the country, and then in the name of the commercial firm, cooperate with the princes and princes of various places to ensure their power, but require them to hand over the taxes paid to the king in previous years to the commercial firm. In fact For them, it doesn't make any difference who the king is, as long as they are willing to cooperate, there is no harm to their interests, I am afraid that they will not wish for it."

"On the one hand, the imperial court sends troops to pay countless military supplies, which are constantly being consumed. On the other hand, the commercial firm operates with limited management, but can ensure stable income. Your Majesty, which one is more important?"

Zhu Di nodded and said, "If it can make a profit, it is of course good."

Zhang Anshi said confidently: "There are too many ways to make money, and I can't count the number of ministers. I can use my goodwill as a guarantee."

Zhu Di said, "Then Zhu Gaoxu is responsible for attacking cities and villages?"

Zhang Anshi nodded: "Yes, a person must be placed in a suitable position to shine. He is good at this, and the soldiers also admire him. He is not only a shareholder, but also our general. On the other hand, In fact, he is also the shopkeeper in charge of military affairs in the firm."

"Your Majesty...Although Zhu Gaoxu is His Majesty's second son, he is still connected by blood. Your Majesty will always find a way out for him."

Zhu Di probably understood.

He couldn't understand that such a sacred thing as conquest could be turned into a business.

But these things, if you think about it carefully, may be really reliable.

The important thing is that Zhang Anshi said that it is reliable, he still believes it to a certain extent.

Zhu Di raised his head: "Four guards, are they enough?"

"It's enough for the time being. Soldiers are more expensive than elites. I can even transfer the model battalion. In fact, what the commercial firm wants to establish is an order, not a bottom-up rule. If there are more, it may be more difficult." Losing money."

Zhu Di said proudly: "Go...damn, this can also be used as a business, this matter... I'm sure, I still find it incredible, but I still believe you in the end."

Zhang Anshi was confident that he could persuade Zhu Di from the beginning, but now that he has obtained the letter of approval, he is still very elated. At this time, he said cheerfully, "Your Majesty, you can wait to make more room for the Forbidden City."

Zhu Di was puzzled, "Why?"

Zhang Anshi said with a smile: "Put the money in, I'm afraid the inner treasury won't hold it."

At this moment, Zhu Di was very happy directly, but still insisted: "Look, I always think about money."

Immediately, Zhu Di had someone call Zhu Gaoxu.

Zhu Gaoxu had already washed off the blood on his face at this time, he was in good health and looked fine.

Soon, several contracts were directly placed in front of Zhu Gaoxu.

Zhu Di looked disgusted: "Draw a bet, draw a bet for me."

Zhu Gaoxu was a little suspicious, he glanced at Zhang Anshi, Zhang Anshi nodded at him.

Only then did Zhu Gaoxu step forward to sign and pledge one by one.

Zhu Di immediately glanced at Zhu Gaoxu: "Instead of blaming you, Zhang Anshi persuaded me to forgive your crimes, and to find a way out for you. I have taken your princely title, and you don't have any official position anymore. Now, you are just the shopkeeper of a commercial firm." .”

When Zhu Gaoxu heard this, he was shocked: "I don't know how to do business."

Zhu Di said lightly: "The shopkeeper who fought the war, I ordered you to take the four guards of the firm to Mubang, and you can handle other things yourself."

Zhu Gaoxu immediately understood that half of the big cake that Zhang Anshi had drawn for him had been realized.

After going through such a hell, he was completely disheartened towards the high position.

But thinking that in this life, at least I can do some things I like to do, and my heart is happy, so Natou bowed and said: "Father, don't worry, I am not sure about other things. Feel free to pinch it."

Zhu Di breathed a sigh of relief, but said, "Are you hungry?"

Zhu Gaoxu shook his head: "Not hungry."

Zhu Di felt that even if this son had changed his past, he was still that stupid son who had no eyesight.

He glared at Zhu Gaoxu and said, "I'm hungry."

Zhang Anshi hurriedly said: "I'm going to prepare some food now."

"No need." Zhu Di said: "Just find a place to eat, I am also familiar with this place."

Zhu Di was considered a rough man and didn't have so many rules. After speaking, he led a group of people away, found a place to eat some generals, and then took Empress Xu back home.

Along the way, Empress Xu's mood improved a lot, and the brows that were always gathered in worry these days were obviously relaxed.

After returning to the palace, Empress Xu smiled and said: "Your Majesty, this time is really thanks to Zhang Anshi."

Zhu Di nodded: "The most gratifying thing for me is the crown prince and Zhang Anshi. I sometimes don't like the prince's generosity, but he treats his brothers like this, which is really impressive. As for Zhang Anshi, Zhang Anshi is a very smart person, and he is always respectful. I think about it with the prince, the prince didn't love him for nothing."

Empress Xu said softly, "If their brothers can live in harmony, the concubines will be able to let go of a hundred hearts. As a parent, seeing brothers fighting is really like a heartache."

Zhu Di sighed and said: "Yes, I have already planned to order Zhu Gaoxu to guard Mubang, this kid is unwilling to be lonely, so let him go."

Empress Xu couldn't help but said: "Is it dangerous to be outside all year round? I heard that there is a lot of miasma..."

Zhu Di smiled: "Who in our Zhu family didn't take risks? Not to mention Emperor Taizu Gao, just talk about Zhen, and that rebellious son. When Jing Nan was in trouble, didn't he escape death? That's nothing."

As he said that, Zhu Di sat down, and seemed to think of something, and said with emotion: "I am not worried about my descendants being suspected, but rather...those descendants, they forgot how our Zhu family started their business, and really thought they were so precious. Born in a deep palace, grown in the hands of a woman, relying on the so-called Four Books and Five Classics to rule the world. Isn’t Jianwen the greatest lesson? What’s the use of such people?”

After hearing this, Empress Xu seemed to feel reasonable, and nodded in agreement.

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The devastated Wang Ning also went back home.

At this time... the news has spread.

The two sons, one Wang Su and the other Wang Jin, welcomed their father into the main hall with miserable faces.

Wang Ning's father, Wang Taigong, was already in tears.

At this time, I saw that a large table of food and wine had been prepared in the hall, but no one was in the mood to move their chopsticks.

The two sons knelt down and just cried.

Wang Ning sat on the seat, looking devastated.

"Father, these are all the dishes you like to eat on weekdays... and this wine..." the eldest son Wang Su said weepingly.

Wang Ning looked at his two sons, and then at his father beside him.

He inadvertently moved his chopsticks: "Your mother is still in the palace...she won't give up on me, she will definitely find a way..."

Neither Wang Taigong nor his two sons took over.

At this moment, the person in charge came in like a mourner and said, "Master Hou, Lord Hou...the coffin has been delivered."

Wang Taigong said with tears: "Is it the best material?"

"Yes... It was said to be made to order. Fortunately, a few days ago, after someone ordered it, they suddenly didn't want it, and left a good coffin. Isn't this a coincidence?"

Wang Taigong patted Wang Ning on the shoulder: "Son, eat and drink well."

Wang Ning shuddered: "Someone has come to the palace just now? Did you say anything, father, son thinks... things haven't gone so bad yet..."

Wang Taigong smiled bitterly: "Son, you are my own son, I know you are not reconciled, but... the matter has come to this point, Your Majesty is lenient, and finally we have not been implicated in our Wang family. What are you not happy about? Eat quickly , eat, and go on the road after eating."

Wang Ning was very sad and looked at his two sons.

The two sons were also weeping, kneeling on the ground, Wang Su said: "Father, don't delay, if the palace changes its mind, if there is another order, knowing that father is not dead, it may bring disaster to the entire Wang family, father... you You have to think about our royal family."

After hearing this, Wang Ning felt even more sad, and burst into tears: "I am the son-in-law..."

Wang Taigong saw that there was no way to go on like this, so he stood up and said sharply: "What's the use of talking about it now, His Majesty has been extraordinarily merciful to such a serious crime. You are still not dead yet, so you are hesitant here, and report it to you." , Your Majesty Longyan was furious, do you still want to teach your two grandchildren to be buried with you? Come, feed him quickly, let him drink more wine, and send him on the road early."

As he spoke, Wang Taigong began to cry again: "Son, look at how filial these two grandsons are, you can't just care about yourself, you're going to die soon, don't talk about it."

Seeing this, the two sons were also afraid of long nights and dreams, so they went forward together, poured wine for Wang Ning, and briefly fed him something to eat. Already dressed in hemp and filial piety, everyone knelt outside.

There were also a few Taoist priests who had just gotten up and were waiting quietly, ringing their bells.

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