Domineering Daming

Two days later, the Qing Palace.

Sun Chengzong, who was already full of white hair and looked tired, was sitting opposite Zhu Xu, playing chess for Zhu Xu.

Sun Chengzong looked at Zhu Xu holding the chess pieces and staring at the board, and said: "Your Majesty, although the layout of the chess is important, it is more important at the moment. If the calculations in front of you are wrong, no matter how exquisite the layout is, you will only lose faster... Your Majesty, You are looking too far."

The black chess in Zhu Xu's hand tossed and turned between his fingers, and finally he threw it back, sighed and said: "Hey, everyone talks about piano, chess, calligraphy and painting, but I can't do everything. I don't know if future history books will say that I am a martial artist. Emperor Mang..."

Bi Ziyan, who was sitting in the middle, smiled lightly and said: "Your Majesty, no emperor in the past and present is perfect, and if he can do one thing well, he can be regarded as a "bright". Don't let go of trivial matters."

Zhu Xu tidied up the chessboard, let out a laugh, and said, "I don't read as many books as you, but there are quite a few, so don't comfort me, let's talk about things."

Bi Ziyan has been with Zhu Xu for many years, and knowing his temper, he took a cup of tea and passed it over, saying: "Your Majesty, this year's summary has almost come to an end. The 'New Deal' of Shanchuan and other six provinces is relatively smooth. Although there are some twists and turns, good progress is still being made. The most troublesome thing is that all parts of the south of the Yangtze River, whether it is the common people or the gentry, are strongly resisting. , it still takes time, be patient.”

"Liaodong has almost digested the matter of immigration. Next year, they will be able to accept the victims on their own without the need for blood transfusions from the imperial court. North Annan has just entered the digestion period, and the imperial court's blood transfusions will gradually decrease. Over the years, nearly 1000 people have immigrated from Shanchuan and other places. Wan, it's time to move from other places, the ministers are already making a plan, and reported it to the emperor years ago."

"Next year's tax, tax and food should be around 800 million shi, and commercial tax is expected to be around 2000 million taels. The project plan of the Ministry of Industry has come to an end. Next year's treasury should be quite abundant and will not be so tense..."

Zhu Xu took a sip of tea, smiled, and said, "In other words, next year will be easier for us all?"

Bi Ziyan showed hesitation, and then said: "Your Majesty, the 'New Deal' is like walking in a quagmire. Every step is arduous, and it is like sailing against the current. If you don't advance, you will retreat. You can't relax yet. You must intensify your efforts so that the 'New Deal' can be achieved." Complete it as soon as possible and realize my Great Ming Zhongxing!"

Zhu Xu had a clearer view of Daming's situation than anyone else. After clearing away the chess pieces, he pondered for a while, and said, "The freshmen of the Royal Political Council can be used now. For the local magistrates, they can be replaced in turn, but the gentry The relationship network has been accumulated for hundreds of years, and it cannot be eliminated in a short while, so we must be patient in this matter.”

Bi Ziyan was really anxious, not only about government affairs, but also about his age, he was uneasy about the future.

He didn't reveal his heart, and said calmly: "Yes, I understand that the cabinet has a complete plan, and will follow the steps to control things as much as possible, so that there will be no major disturbances."

The chaos of the Ming Dynasty used to be in the land of Shaanxi and Sichuan, but now it has slowly shifted to the south of the Yangtze River, and it has also changed from violent means to various open and secret struggles. I don't know how many troubles came out, which caused headaches for the government and the public, and they were in a dilemma.

Zhu Xu had absolute control over the cabinet, so he agreed and turned to look at Sun Chengzong.

Sun Chengzong was in charge of the Grand Marshal's Mansion and was in charge of the management of the Ming army. Seeing Zhu Xu looking over, he said, "Your Majesty, the reorganization of the army has been basically completed, and there is no major problem. The total force is about 40, and there is no way to reduce it. Now the details are out." Gradually in the structure, the various functions in the Shuaifu are steadily advancing..."

"The three local battalions guard the three sides. After many rounds of inspections, they have met the requirements. The two battalions in the capital directly under the emperor's control, and the Miyun battalion, have finished their rotation and are re-stationed. The winter training in Tianjin has ended, and the combat power is not bad... "

"The grand strategy of the Shuai Mansion is to ensure domestic stability and deter potential enemies around. At present, there will be no enemy invasion in a short period of time, and there will be a relatively peaceful period, which is conducive to the pace of imperial reform..."

"According to the information from the Military Intelligence Department, the Mongolian tribes are still fighting in melee, and have no intention or ability to invade our Ming Dynasty..."

"Wa Kingdom has made a lot of moves recently. One is that Tokugawa Iemitsu is clearing out Daming, and wants to control the entire Wa country. I have tried something. I have carefully calculated that, at most two years, the Tokugawa shogunate will not be able to bear it and rebel again."

"Dorgon's frequent actions in the southeast peninsula are mainly aimed at Siam, but Siam is quite powerful, winning and losing each other, and once again invaded the hinterland of Nanannan. Daishan died in battle. Now they are still in the southeast The northernmost tip of the peninsula is being strangled, and the outcome is unpredictable. For now, it will not affect North Annan..."

What Sun Chengzong said was concise and to the point, from the inside to the outside.

After Zhu Xu listened, his left hand dropped, his eyes were as calm as water, and he said: "It's not bad. If the Tokugawa shogunate can't hold back, it will turn Jiuguo Island into the tomb of the Japanese country! Get the Mongolian cavalry ready, Dorgon Pay attention to observation over there, and when the time comes, transfer them to Jiuguo Island."

This is the established strategy of Ming Dynasty, Sun Chengzong nodded and said: "Yes, I have ordered the Military Intelligence Department to pay close attention."

The business was almost finished, Zhu Xu also explained to the palace, and said: "Xiao'er is fine, the whole harem is watching, so you don't have to report it and ask for a visit."

The grown-ups in the outer court paid a lot of attention to him, the son of the emperor, and they often wrote a memorial to exhort him to take good care of him, not to treat him differently, and to have the treatment that a son of the emperor should have. He was even afraid that Zhu Xu would harm him, and he wanted to visit him from time to time. .

Bi Ziyan and the others paid extraordinary attention to this direct prince, future prince, and emperor, and wished they could keep him outside the palace and let them take care of him.

There are complicated thoughts here, which cannot be said.

Bi Ziyan and Sun Chengzong leaned over at the same time, and Bi Ziyan said: "The courtiers are all concerned. Although it is a little bit too much, it is understandable. After the minister returns, he will suppress it a little."

Zhu Xu naturally knew their thoughts very well, and he didn't point it out. Just about to speak, a little guy about five years old walked in and saluted quite politely: "My son, see father."

After Bi Ziyan, Sun Chengzong frowned slightly, but he still saluted together and said: "I have seen Your Highness."

The five-year-old Zhu Ciye, with a tiger head and a tiger brain, was like a chubby little man. Standing not far from Zhu Xu, his small face was fair, and his big eyes blinked, but he seemed a little... ignorant.

Bi Ziyan, Sun Chengzong was deeply wary of this His Royal Highness, and did not have too much enthusiasm.

Zhu Xu beckoned and said, "Tell Father, what did you call today?"

The little guy stepped forward, raised his face, and said: "Mr. talked about university, but I don't understand much."

Zhu Xu smiled and patted his head, saying: "It doesn't matter if you don't understand, just learn slowly."

The little guy gave a soft "hmm" and said, "Father, my son would like to send some gifts to Mr."

Zhu Xu was taken aback, then patted his little head again, and said, "Respect the teacher, you are better than the father. Liu Shimin, take Ye'er to the library and let him choose anything."

Liu Shimin walked in and said, "Yes."

The little guy took a step back and saluted, "I thank you, Father."

Zhu Xu watched the little guy leave with a smile, and picked up the teacup beside him.

Zhu Ciye and Zhu Shuxian are Zhu Xu's eldest son and eldest daughter, the eldest daughter is alive and well, but the eldest son is not so good. Li Jieyu has fed the little guy too much good food since he was a child, making him a chubby boy at the age of five.

Bi Ziyan and Sun Chengzong looked at Zhu Xu's special love for Zhu Ciye, and couldn't help but look at each other. Both sides could see a trace of deep worry in each other's eyes.

Zhu Xu seemed unaware of their expressions, and said: "The year-end meeting is ready, and everyone above the third grade in Beijing must attend it."

"Follow the order." Bi Ziyan and Sun Chengzong said.

Zhu Xu nodded and didn't say any more.

The Ming court has been settled and is stable, and now it is necessary to advance the established plan step by step and complete the state affairs plan.

At the end, Cao Huachun walked in before Sun and Sun finished speaking, holding a playbook, and said: "Your Majesty, the playbook was sent urgently from Babaili, Shaanxi."

"Whose is it?" Zhu Xu's expression was calm, and he was not moved by the fact that it was urgent.

After that, Sun and Sun raised their brows and looked at Cao Huachun.

Cao Huachun handed over the memorial, and said: "It is the memorial of Shaanxi's censorship history. They checked the relief money and food in Shaanxi over the years, and found that there was a big discrepancy, especially the current governor Wen Tiren. The censor suspects them Colluded with relevant officials, embezzled disaster relief money, sold food, and sought personal gain..."

Zhu Xu had already opened it, and looked at it in detail. He unconsciously reached for the teacup, but didn't drink it.

For some reason, Bi Ziyan's heart skipped a beat, and his eyes were fixed on Zhu Xu's expression.

After a while, Zhu Xu put down the notebook and said with a smile, "There are still many problems in Shaanxi."

Bi Ziyan quickly raised his hand and said, "Your Majesty, what happened?"

Zhu Xu shook his head and said: "The inspector censor impeached Wen Tiren, accusing him of obstructing the 'New Deal', arbitrarily enclosing land for selfishness, bullying one side..."

Bi Ziyan frowned. Logically speaking, the inspector censor was only responsible for inspecting government affairs and would not easily offend local officials. Why would this inspector censor impeach the governor of a province so directly?

You must know that Fu Changzong had been the prime minister in Shaanxi for two years. Many people believed that Shaanxi was his territory, and officials who went there would be classified as his people. Who would dare to offend Mr. Fu Ge?

Chapter 1222 No Hanlin, no cabinet