Out of Yuanmen

The city of Huajing was under martial law, the bells and drums were not ringing, and the whole city wept bitterly.

Where did the common people know the merits and demerits of the emperor, they only knew that when the nobleman died, they would cry, and the whole city was gloomy.Those who were closer to the emperor seldom shed tears.The courtiers were panicked, and the harem was uneasy, but seeing that the new emperor hadn't moved these days, many people breathed a sigh of relief.No one thought that the new emperor would be the Fifth Prince who came back from the dead.The Minister of Rites came to ask about the succession ceremony, but he lightly said "no hurry" and pushed back.

In the civil and military affairs of the Manchu Dynasty, except for a few specific people, no one knew what kind of temperament the new emperor had, and he mourned tremblingly with his tail between his legs.Those who are not pure in mind have already begun to test the new emperor's temper.After six days of peace and quiet, Zhu Zhinan was buried with the posthumous title of "Hui Zong", and the bells of the temples and Taoist temples rang [-] times.The dull bell echoed non-stop under the gloomy sky in Huajing, announcing the death of His Majesty the Emperor to the people of the world.

Zhu Changyu suddenly issued an order saying that the enthronement ceremony would be held, scaring the unprepared Shangshu of the Ministry of Rites who was hanging out with his concubine, and called people out overnight to prepare. It was not very beautiful to do it in a hurry, but Zhu Changyu didn't Instead of blaming him, he boasted "Love Qing, Diligence and Thrift". These four words made the Minister of Rites wipe cold sweat, and he really couldn't figure out what the new emperor meant.

At the succession ceremony, Zhu Changyu sat on the dragon seat, and the first thing he did was to change his year name to "Wu".

"I inherit the holy grace of the Emperor Taizu, flatter the holy karma, and rule the world. I have long-cherished sleep and sleep at night, and I dare not rest in peace..."

First, there was a series of clichés, and some officials with low positions had already started to feel sleepy.But then, after the cliché was finished, a boulder was thrown into the water, causing waves to splash.

"... Qiang bandits have repeatedly invaded our borders, disregarding our court's kindness and righteousness. I can't bear the people's suffering. Keep me forever forever."

Zhu Zhinan has suppressed martial arts and emphasized literature for many years, and the civil servants in the court are powerful. Hearing the new emperor's oral order at this moment, his scalp can't help but feel numb.But this time is the enthronement ceremony, no one dares to jump out at this time to find the emperor's embarrassment.Zhu Changyu asked the officials of the six departments below to hurry up and arrange the support of Tianguan, and everyone was singing.

"...God is merciful to the people, and can forgive the world, adulterers and murderers will not be forgiven."

"Exempt Baise County, Huaiyang Group... from taxation for one year, and the rest of the counties..."

The officials who read the imperial decree put on another imperial decree: "Since the 25th year of Yongle, the refugee massacre case has other difficulties. God's will is ruthless, and the people are innocent. I can't bear the death of the people. Those who are infected with the epidemic can receive... those who participated in the massacre, pardon ..."

This is overturning the plague case.Although some people wondered why the emperor singled out this case, they heard that they would continue to reverse the case for the Four Tigers.Gu Tuizhi, Shen Qiong, and Sun Ping were all cleared of their crimes and given a generous burial. The eldest son, Shen Shiting, was known for his talent, and Zhu Changyu named him as an exception and was promoted to the court.

It is true that Ding Wanqian conspired against him. Although he has not been rehabilitated, the family members who were sent to the frontier and served as prostitutes have all regained their freedom according to Zhu Changyu's will.Immediately, a military general who followed the four generals to guard the border back then knelt down on the ground, weeping bitterly on the spot.

The hearts of civil servants began to beat wildly in their chests again.But this is not over yet, Zhu Changyu did not let go of these civil servants, and continued to drop heavy bombs——

Qian Chaoyang, the chief assistant who didn't care about anything and didn't stick to anything, was the first to be dismissed.

The officials of the Qian Party couldn't help but start to commotion. The next second, Qian Chaoyang took a step outside, with a smile on his lips, and saluted respectfully: "I obey the order."

Just accept it.

Just accept it?

Before the others could react, the ceremonial officer read out a large list of names, people from the wealthy party, and several other staff members of the prince, all of whom were demoted, dismissed or sent down.Zhu Changyu ordered many people, including Cun Tianyi and Wang Lang, to be promoted and promoted.

Then, Zhu Changyu immediately announced that he would open Enke, add martial arts, and recruit talents.

I didn't expect the new emperor to be so decisive. As soon as he took office, he cleaned up the entire court, and a group of people suddenly became ashamed.Everyone's knowledge of the fifth prince, no, Emperor Yongwu still stays on the worthless and useless prince, and they didn't expect him to hide so deeply—like a dragon entering the sea, he acts vigorously and resolutely.

By the way, Zhu Changyu dismissed the current harem and reduced the number of people in the palace, but this matter was insignificant compared to the previous ones, and no one raised any objections.

Those few brothers of his who should be assigned the land and the titles should be sent to other places one after another.It is worth mentioning that in Zhu Zhinan's will, the former prince Zhu Changtai was required to guard the imperial tomb, so Zhu Changyu also acquiesced to his dead father's intentions and did not send him off.

He didn't expect people like Zhu Zhinan to have any real affection, but Zhu Changyu still had some hopes that Zhu Zhinan's purpose was to save Zhu Changtai's life.Although the two of them are not biological father and son, Zhu Zhinan did not know that Zhu Changtai was not his child until his death.

After all, he observed in the palace that Zhu Zhinan really doted on Zhu Changtai the most, and the two of them also showed some father-son nature consciously or unconsciously.If even this affection is fake, then the position of emperor...is too scary.

After the court, the exhausted Zhu Changyu directly dismissed the palace servants behind him, and walked slowly towards the bedroom alone.

Suddenly, with a "shua", a figure reeking of alcohol landed beside him.The moment the visitor landed, he hiccupped quite loudly, Zhu Changyu frowned, and pressed down with his palms to stop the dark guard from stepping forward to save him.

"Boy, I've already done what I promised you." Yun Baisheng said drunkenly, "Should I fulfill what you promised me?"

Zhu Changyu said indifferently: "Queen...no, the criminal girl Qiu Yi was imprisoned in a water prison by Zhu Zhinan's decree. Knight Yun take my handbook and go."

"No need, that water prison is nothing more than a fake." These words dissipated in the air, and Yun Baisheng's figure disappeared into the night.

The voice of the hidden guard came from the palace wall: "Your Majesty, these people from the world are too arrogant, do you want to ask the priests in the palace to strengthen their vigilance?"

"I'm not guilty, so why should I be on guard." Zhu Changyu said, "That's all."

He continued to walk forward, and the valet who was temporarily promoted timidly chased after him: "Long live, Mr. Cun Tian has something to report."

Zhu Changyu took a breath, immediately turned his footsteps, and followed the little eunuch to the imperial study to meet Cun Tianyi.Sure enough, the old fox who asked Tiansi stroked his beard and said with a smile: "Your Majesty, Xiaoyu has arrived in Huajing."

Cun Tianyi has always been the person who restrained Zhu Changyu, and Qian Chaoyang was among them.But no matter what, Zhu Changyu didn't intend to hold the two of them accountable.At this moment, his heart was full of Xiaoyu, and he didn't care about his manners, so he asked eagerly, "Where is Xiaoyu?"

When he asked these words, the blind girl came out from behind the screen.Her complexion was much rosier than that of the epidemic, and it seemed that Cun Tian took good care of her.Zhu Changyu rushed over, half-kneeling on the ground, holding Xiaoyu's shoulders with both hands, and asked with moist eyes: "Xiaoyu, how are you... how are you doing these days?"

Xiaoyu groped, touched Zhu Changyu's face with both hands, and said in a crying voice, "Brother...you still..."

After she said this, she paused, retracted her hand and took a step back, knelt down slowly, and said in a trembling voice: "I'm sorry, Minnv...Minnv Xiaoyu...See Your Majesty..."

Zhu Changyu was stunned, his eyes fell on Cun Tianyi involuntarily.Asking Tiansi to click his tongue, he said helplessly: "Your Majesty clearly learned, this was not taught by Wei Chen, and Wei Chen didn't tell her your identity."

Xiaoyu said: "This...is guessed by the girl. Don't blame your majesty..."

She calmed down, Zhu Changyu had mixed feelings in his heart, and his mouth was bitter.After a long while, he wanted to help Xiaoyu up, but was rejected by the other party's silent silence, so he said dejectedly: "Get up, Xiaoyu, give me a seat."

Cun Tianyi mumbled: "Your Majesty, can I retire first?"

"Go away." Zhu Changyu said angrily, "Don't be an eyesore here."

"Hey, Wei Chen is going to get out of here."

Cun Tianyi was afraid of being affected by the flames of war if he stayed here, so he immediately left the imperial study room mellowly.Immediately, only the righteous brother and sister were left in the study, and the two fell into a strange silence.

Zhu Changyu looked at the thin and blind girl, countless words welled up in his throat, but were swallowed back.

"..."

Finally, in the silence, Zhu Changyu asked softly: "Is there anything you want? I, I will satisfy you. Be a princess, or...or want a big house... a lot of new clothes... something delicious Yes, you can ask for anything..."

Like curing eyes, rich clothes and fine food...whatever.Now she can do whatever she wants, because her brother is already the emperor.

As soon as he opened his mouth, Xiaoyu's shoulders trembled slightly, and he said slowly: "Thank you for your concern. The daughter of the people... wants to go home with Grandpa."

Another moment of silence.

Zhu Changyu knew what Xiaoyu meant.It was precisely because he knew that he felt extremely sad.He wanted to refuse loudly, but he couldn't break Xiaoyu's kindness with his mouth.So Zhu Changyu sighed, turned his face away, raised his head slightly, and did not look at Xiaoyu.

"...I am alone."

Zhu Changyu no longer uses "I" to refer to himself.After a long while, Xiaoyu heard a vague "hmm" in the darkness, as if it came from his nasal cavity.

Xiaoyu bowed deeply in Zhu Changyu's direction, touching her forehead to the ground, silently hiding the tears on her face.

The next day, a carriage drove out of Huajing City.Standing on the city wall, Zhu Changyu seemed to see the little girl peeking out half of her head to look at him, but upon closer inspection, the curtain of the carriage was still drawn, as if it was his hallucination.

It seems that a few months ago, I also left this place in a carriage, and then went around and was sent back by the carriage.

He only hoped that the carriage would not come back this time.

"Long live, the wind is strong, be careful not to catch a cold."

The timid voice of the little eunuch came from behind, Zhu Changyu lowered his eyes to hide the emotion in his eyes, and said calmly, "Little Anzi, go back."

"Here."