Bright Spring

The Holy Majesty talked to Concubine Zhang about his feelings about going to bed in Kunning Palace: For example, when it was time to eat, I was not hungry, and what I ate was tasteless food, but I still ate the meal, because it was time to eat, It's time to eat.

Zhang said in his heart: All men like the new and dislike the old without a conscience!

Mrs. Zhang walked out of the bedroom and saw that Zhu Gaochi had already entered.After saluting gracefully, she approached him affectionately, supported Zhu Gaochi and said softly: "Today, the Holy Majesty will be back earlier."

Zhu Gaochi said: "There are so many things in the court. No matter how much I do, I still can't keep up. I have to let the ministers do it. It doesn't make any difference if I stay in front for a while or a little longer."

He sat down heavily on the big and soft chair above, and exhaled comfortably: "By the way, Gao Xianning from the Imperial Academy wrote a letter last time, urging me to establish a crown prince early. Today, another minister mentioned, I think this should be done.”

Mrs. Zhang was taken aback when she heard this. On her fair face, the eyes with single eyelids and small eyes were flickering and changing.Zhu Gaochi looked at her and continued: "My son is the eldest son, and sooner or later he will be the crown prince. It is better to procrastinate and stand up early."

Mrs. Zhang was happy and worried at the same time, wondering if these words were a trap?She opened her mouth and said cautiously: "Now the battle ahead is important, the Holy Majesty does not need to be in a hurry. Zhan Ji is only ten years old this year, and he is still young. The Majesty can talk about it later."

"This is also something I worry about. Zhan Ji and Zhan Kai are still young and can't help me." Zhu Gaochi sighed and said, "The most sincere people in this chaotic situation are my family."

There is an attitude in this sentence, the Holy One has good intentions and is showing his kindness.

When he suddenly mentioned this matter, Mrs. Zhang quickly interpreted his meaning in her mind: it should be a kind of compromise from the emperor to make Zhanji the crown prince; Reminder, as if to remind Zhang that his young son Zhu Zhanji needs his protection.

Therefore, the most sensible way to fight within the royal family is to reconcile, at least temporarily.This benefits everyone.

Zhu Gaochi's voice said again: "When we were in Prince Yan's mansion, Gao Xu and us were a family. Now it's only me and the queen, Zhan Ji and Zhan Kai are the same family. I think it's a little sad."

After hearing this, Mrs. Zhang felt sad together with the emperor. She wiped away her tears and choked with sobs: "I was born as a concubine, and I am not from a wealthy family. Now that you are a queen, I have nothing else to ask for. May the world be peaceful, and the family be safe and healthy." The concubine is a woman who should take care of her husband and teach her children, and I only hope that the Holy One will put down the rebellion as soon as possible, so that the Ming Dynasty will be peaceful and the people will be safe."

A smile appeared on Zhu Gaochi's chubby face, he nodded and said: "One family doesn't talk about two families, I am very pleased that the queen can think so."

Mrs. Zhang immediately replied with a gentle response. She turned sideways and took Zhu Gaochi's hand: "Our family has encountered so many difficulties before, and we have survived. This time, Gao Xu rebelled against us with resentment in his heart; the Holy Majesty doesn't have to worry too much. If you worry about it, the rebellion will definitely be quelled, and there is no obstacle that cannot be overcome!"

Zhu Gaochi pondered and said: "It's still the queen who knows the general idea."

"You don't need to praise my concubine. I am the wife and closest person of the Holy One. How can I not be considerate of the Holy One? The Holy One must understand my heart. If anyone may betray you, the concubine will never .” Zhang said softly.

Zhu Gaochi nodded and said: "I know. When the minister talks about this matter again, I will discuss with the ministers and write a manual to make Zhanji the crown prince."

... That afternoon, Xu Huizu was finally summoned by the emperor in the East Nuan Pavilion of Qianqing Palace.This was the first time Xu Huizu saw the emperor here since the defeat in the Southwest War.

Xu Huizu walked into the partition, knelt down and kowtowed: "I am guilty, please forgive me."

Zhu Gaochi asked: "What is Wei Guogong's crime?"

Xu Huizu said: "Wu Gao, the Marquis of Jiangyin, missed the opportunity to fight, it is the fault of the minister."

Zhu Gaochi glanced at him and sighed: "Duke Wei is just recommending him, but I am the one who gave him the general seal. I don't blame my uncle, let's just live."

Xu Huizu thanked En, got up from the floor tiles, and suddenly his head seemed to be poking into the roof. Xu Huizu, who stood tall and tall, was very burly!

He frowned and said: "After the fall of Guizhou City, the rebel king thought that the Marquis of Jiangyin was impatient and wanted to ambush; but the Marquis of Jiangyin saw through his plan and avoided a big defeat. The Marquis of Jiangyin and Wu Gao have always used troops safely. The minister recommended him to rescue Guizhou, but he used the wrong place. ..."

"I also understand that the key to this battle is that Wu Gao's army missed the opportunity." Zhu Gaochi said, "At first I complained that Gu Cheng had a different intention, but if Wu Gao marched to Guizhou City and did not lose Guizhou City, why would there be a rear Therefore, the crime of the fall of Guizhou City is not Gu Yong's fault, but Guo Ming's."

Xu Huizu said in a deep voice: "Please don't believe me too much. Marquis Zhenyuan's military rations were burned, not necessarily because of his intentions, but someone with a heart said it clearly and clearly, misleading the saint."

Zhu Gaochi said nothing.

He was silent for a while before he opened his mouth and said, "I heard that Gao Xu was personally on the battlefield in Guizhou. If it wasn't Wu Gao at that time, but another general, I'm afraid he might not be Gao Xu's opponent. I know uncle doesn't like Gao Xu, Gao Xu Xu also hates Uncle, but we have to admit that Gao Xu is very good at fighting!"

"Cunning." Xu Huizu said stubbornly as before, "Wu Gao was deceived by Gao Xu! Otherwise, a skilled warrior would not be able to capture the important town of Guizhou with a hundred thousand reinforcements."

Zhu Gaochi didn't want to argue with Xu Huizu about this matter, and he didn't have to let others admit that his second brother was great, he just said what was in his heart casually.Zhu Gaochi asked: "How should I deal with Gao Xu next time, have you thought about it?"

Xu Huizu said: "I think that Gao Xu will take the initiative to attack without thinking about how to attack the southwest for now!"

Zhu Gaochi moved his position slightly, "Uncle is sure? Where will Gao Xu attack?"

Xu Huizu said in a deep voice, "Huguang."

Zhu Gaochi immediately turned around and looked up at the picture on the wall.He hadn't been to too many places in his life, his eyes were fixed on the map, and he could only try his best to imagine the appearance of various parts of Daming.

After a long time, Zhu Gaochi said without turning his head: "The official army has heavy troops in Huguangtun, why didn't Gao Xu take advantage of the victory and capture Guangxi?"

Xu Huizu's voice said: "Today's world should be peaceful and prosperous. It's not the time for the world to compete for hegemony in the last chaotic world. Therefore, Gao Xu doesn't need to be greedy for the number of territories and adopt the strategy of gradually encroaching. What he wants is the Great Ming! If the rebels go to Guangxi Then marching into the capital, the road is too far away, and the war will have to be delayed for a long time. Based on my understanding of Gao Xu for many years, it is very likely that he will want to fight in Huguang, hoping to use a big battle to determine the situation."

Zhu Gaochi's face was pale and his expression was solemn.After being silent for a while, he turned his gaze away from the map and turned to look at Xu Huizu: "If Uncle Jiao is right again, what are the chances of Master Da Ming's victory in Huguang?"

"As long as the court employs the right people, at least [-]% chance of winning!" Xu Huizu replied without hesitation.

Zhu Gaochi raised his head upwards, his pupils shrank slightly: "In this case, why did Gao Xu ask for a fight?"

Xu Huizu said: "Gao Xu is that kind of person. The rebel army entered Huguang, and the situation is extremely dangerous; but if they succeed, the benefits will be very great. It is very consistent with Gao Xu's consistent actions."

Xu Huizu paused, clasped his fists and said: "In the southwestern war, the imperial court lost, but the main force was unscathed. The rebel army in this battle can only be regarded as self-protection, avoiding the disaster of extinction! But there is little result. Gao Xu can't destroy the imperial court in one day The battalion and elite guards, it is difficult to get rid of the passive situation of repeated siege|suppression in one day! The rebels entered Huguang and looked for opportunities to deal with the elite imperial court, this is the only chance for Gao Xu to reverse the situation."

While listening, Zhu Gaochi felt that what Xu Huizu said was very reasonable!Zhu Gaochi couldn't ride a horse and go into battle himself, but he was born in Yan Wang's mansion, surrounded by generals, and he knew how to fight.

The second younger brother Gao Xu did often take risks and act recklessly. Before the Southwest War, Gao Xu also sought victory in danger.After what Xu Huizu said, Zhu Gaochi felt more and more that Gao Xu might still take a big risk!

He whispered: "Many soldiers in the Beijing camp are from the Jingnan Army back then, and Gao Xu has quite a reputation in the hearts of the Jingnan Army soldiers."

Xu Huizu said coldly: "Your Majesty, the families of the officers and men of the Beijing camp are all in Zhili. During the 'Battle of Jingnan', Gao Xu led at most more than 1 soldiers and horses, and there were only a few soldiers who fought with him and had real friendship. Gao Xu has a reputation in the army, but for a little reputation, will the brothers abandon their families and careers regardless of their lives? What's more, the imperial court has a great chance of winning, and everyone in the world is real."

After hearing this, Zhu Gaochi breathed a sigh of relief, his eyes froze, "If he dares to come, why don't I dare to welcome him?"

Xu Huizu worshiped: "The Holy One is wise and mighty!"

Chapter 444 Don't Be Afraid Of Louse

In late spring, the vegetation in Chengdu is very lush.The quaint commander's yamen of the capital is also like a garden.

Deep in the shade, incense is lingering.Xiping Hou Musheng was sitting on a futon on a stone bench, looking at the chessboard on the stone table in front of him.Opposite the stone table, sat a young lady with a slightly protruding belly.

At this time, a middle-aged man in a cloth robe came over, leaned over and whispered in Mu Sheng's ear, "General Xu has arrived, bringing guests with him."

"General Xu please," Mu Sheng ordered.He then raised his head and looked at the maid who was holding a wooden tray opposite him, "Mrs. Fu Shayi enters the room to rest for a while, be careful."

After hearing this, Sha Yi, a girl from the Yi ethnic group, stood up knowingly, knelt down and said, "I will take my leave."

Not long after, Xu Tao, the left deputy general of Mu Shengjun walked in alone.He clasped his fists to give a military salute, then approached and said in a low voice: "Master Hou, the person who came is Zhang He, the head of the household department. I heard that he is the son-in-law of Lu Zhen, the minister of the Ministry of punishment. This person did not go to Huguang, but came from Shaanxi, on the ground of Guangyuan. He was caught first by Wei Dudu's men."

Xu Tao took out an envelope, the lacquer seal on it was damaged, and the letter was also torn.Mu Sheng received it in his hand and asked, "A letter from Wei Da?"

"Yes." Xu Tao said.

The letter was written in the words of Lu Zhen, Shangshu of the Ministry of punishment.It is said that Guo Zi, the Minister of the Ministry of household affairs, has made great contributions to the imperial court, and now he is in the hands of the King of Han. Please send officials to negotiate and pardon Qian Xun, the left chief of the Han Dynasty's mansion, and others.The name and seal of Lu Zhen are inscribed below.The emperor's Zhubi replied: quasi-playing.

Mu Sheng read it twice, and put the letter on the stone table, but there was no response for a long time.

Xu Tao finally couldn't bear it and reminded again: "That Zhang He is waiting outside the lobby of the capital."