Women's clothing in the Ming Dynasty

On April 16th, 27th year of Zhengde, in the Qianqing palace.

Zhu Houcong stared at Mao Cheng, Shangshu of the Ministry of Rites with a livid face, and said viciously, "Say it again."

Mao Cheng also murmured in his heart, but he couldn't show timidity on his face, straightened his waist, and said without changing his face: "Report to the Holy Majesty, after discussion between the cabinet and the Ministry of Rites, according to the ancestral system, you should inherit the imperial line and call Xiaozong the emperor. King Xingxian is called the emperor's uncle, and Princess Jiang of Xingxian is called the emperor's aunt. At the same time, King Xingxian has no children, so he can choose children from the vassal kings to adopt."

Suppressing the anger in his heart, Jiajing asked: "I asked you to give honorific titles to the father, and you discussed such a result?"

Mao Cheng still said righteously, "This is a perfect strategy, and I hope you can take care of Datong."

Jiajing couldn't help laughing, who would have thought that when he became the emperor, he would treat his parents as if they were gone.No wonder Yang Tinghe had to go to Donganmen, live in Wenhua Palace, and inherit the throne as a prince. So he was waiting for him here?

Pressing his thoughts, Zhu Houcong coldly spit out the word "Re-discussion" and turned to leave.

Mao Cheng had no choice but to go to Wenyuan Pavilion with the memorial.Wenyuan Pavilion was originally the place where books were collected, compiled, and the emperor gave lectures. Later, it gradually evolved into a place where cabinet ministers worked directly, that is, the place where cabinet ministers worked.

Looking at the "secret place" hanging above the pavilion door, officials and other people are not allowed to enter without permission, and those who violate it will not be punished." Mao Cheng took a deep breath and walked into the gate under the guidance of the guards.

The decoration in the Wenhua Palace is not prosperous, and even a bit rudimentary.Most of the elders in the pavilion only have one table and one chair, and if they are a little taller, they seem extremely crowded.

Yang Tinghe was sitting in the middle, reading the memorial calmly at this moment, seeing Mao Cheng smiled slightly, and said: "How? The emperor rejected it?"

Mao Cheng nodded, thought for a moment, then hesitated and said: "Lord Yang, although this matter is indeed in line with the general order, it is reasonable for His Majesty to find it difficult to accept it. There are also many people in the court..."

Yang Tinghe interrupted him before he finished speaking: "It is a major matter for the country, anyone who disagrees will be treacherous, and the crime should be executed."

Mao Cheng saw that he was decisive, so he stopped talking. In fact, he added the matter of giving to the stepchild of King Xingxian himself.According to Yang Shoufu's original intention, since King Xingxian has no son, then according to the ancestor's legislation, this clan should cut down the vassal.

The memorial was handed over to Zhu Houcong again. He looked at Yang Tinghe's words and sneered: "Anyone who disagrees is a traitor, and he should be executed? I have objections, and I am a traitor. You can use me to act!"

As a result, a vigorous discussion ceremony was held above the court hall.

The result was naturally Zhu Houcong's disastrous defeat.

The civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty, even those who had expressed their loyalty to the new emperor in private, all supported the cabinet's decision with one voice.This made the little emperor, who was a little swayed by a victory before, instantly realize the horror of Yang Ting and this official who has been in the officialdom for many years.

Yang Tinghe didn't say anything nonsense, and directly brought out two precedents to Zhu Houcong's face.First, Emperor Cheng of the Han Dynasty had no children, and adopted his younger brother's son, Emperor Ai of the Han Dynasty, as the prince; second, Song Renzong raised his cousin's son in the palace, which was later Song Yingzong.Both of them referred to the former emperor as Huang Kao and regarded him as their father. Why can't they come to Your Majesty?

Jiajing thought it was wrong, but he was only 15 years old and had limited education and knowledge. He wanted to refute but didn't know where to start, so he could only start playing the official document game.As the emperor, he can forcibly issue documents expressing his own ideas and ask the cabinet to do so.

However, this imperial decree was abruptly returned by Yang Tinghe. According to the law of the Ming Dynasty, if the cabinet ministers felt that there was something wrong with the emperor's order, they could forcibly resist and refuse to implement it. This was called "refutation" in the Ming Dynasty.

After removing the half-retired Liang Chu, Yang Tinghe took Mao Ji, Jiang Mian, Fei Hong, and the four cabinet elders to the shuffle at the same time, asking Zhu Houcong to change his honorific name this morning and call the late Emperor Hongzhi his father.

Zhu Houcong was cornered at this time.

For the first time in his life, he let go of his dignity and invited Yang Ting and Master Yang into the side hall to narrate.When Huang Jin brought Yang Tinghe in, he even invited him to sit down for the first time.

Then gossip with a smile on his face: "I heard that Mr. Yang was a 14-year-old Chenghua student, and he was a Jinshi before he reached the weak crown. I was lucky enough to read your article. It is indeed a brilliant literary talent, and the lips and teeth are fragrant."

This is not all nonsense, Yang Tinghe is personable, quiet and prudent, and his articles are clear and fluent. Although he cannot be called a generation of writers, he is also very lawful.Elder Yang Ge looked calm, lost his composure because of the emperor's praise, and said humbly: "Your Majesty is too well-known, but my writing skills are mediocre. You are still young, if you really want to read, Mr. Li Dongyang Li's poems are elegant and well-crafted, he is the first choice. "

Li Dongyang was an important minister in the court during the Hongzhi and Zhengde years. He was the core figure of the Chaling Poetry School and a friend of Yang Tinghe. He was a master of poetry, calligraphy and painting during his lifetime.

Zhu Houcong nodded in agreement: "Indeed, but the eldest son of Mr. Yang's family is called Yang Shen. He once gave me lectures and read a lot of books. I don't think his future achievements will be inferior to that of Li Dongyang."

Yang Tinghe still refused, saying that he didn't dare to do it.

This was the first time in Zhu Houcong's life to please someone, and he was still a little unskilled in business, from his father to his son, and even praised the other party's son-in-law.

Yang Tinghe is also worthy of being a capable minister in the world, with top-notch Tai Chi skills, he fought against the little emperor back and forth, without changing his expression and heartbeat, which made Zhu Houcong feel that he had nowhere to exert force when he punched cotton.

In the end, Jiajing couldn't take it anymore, so he spared half a circle before rushing to the subject and said: "Master Yang, I called you here this time, mainly to discuss the honorific title of my father." It's the limit.

Unexpectedly, Yang Tinghe stood up and saluted directly: "Your Majesty, according to Ming Tai and Zu's order, you should now call King Xingxian the Emperor's Uncle, and Xiaozong is the Emperor Kao. Where did you get your father from?"

Zhu Houcong's face twisted for a moment, and he squeezed out a few words between his teeth: "Tai and Zu didn't have any clear regulations on this. My mother and concubine have already set off from Anlu and are about to enter the palace. They really need a I hope Elder Yang Ge can fulfill his status."

He had already used the most respectful gesture, and he almost asked directly, but Yang Tinghe on the opposite side still looked indifferent: "Why did the emperor say this, the land is on the shore, is it a king, how can I take care of your majesty? Take care of yours!" It is the law of the ancestors, it is the righteousness of the family and the country, and no minister can be the master, besides..." He changed the subject: "Princess Xingxian is not a member of the harem, it is not appropriate to live in the palace, the Ministry of Rites has already arranged another residence for her , Rest assured, Your Majesty."

"You!" Zhu Houcong was in a hurry, "Don't push yourself!"

Yang Tinghe said with a blank expression, "If this is the only thing, I'm sorry." After all, no matter what Zhu Houcong said, he only saluted and asked to leave.

Zhu Houcong had nothing to do with him, he could only watch him leave, and sat on the dragon chair slumped.At this time, I only felt a huge panic and loss covering myself. Although he is the emperor and above ten thousand people, he is really lonely.In this Forbidden City, he, the emperor, is nothing at all. As long as the chief assistant Yang Tinghe thinks, he can change his head. He is just a courtier's puppet!

When Huang Jin hurriedly came to see him, Li Chengfeng was busy running around.It may be because Taoism in the palace has declined in recent years, there are not many people vying for it, or it is to give the little emperor some sweets as compensation, but the cabinet actually passed the decree!That is to say, Li Chengfeng became the head of the Daming Taoism with a face full of bewilderment, in charge of the royal Taoist temples in the whole country!

This incident was undoubtedly a huge challenge for him, a half-saint monk. Li Chengfeng gritted his teeth in the face of doubts or mocking voices around him.I just don't believe it!I have received more than ten years of compulsory education, and I have two lifetimes of memory as the Chosen One, the time traveler, and I may not be able to deal with a bunch of old-fashioned old-fashioned people!So he gnawed at the book like crazy, familiarized himself with the etiquette while reciting the classics, or whether he asked the people around him about the situation in the palace or not, so he had a general idea.

Seeing Huang Jin, he was still wondering, he had heard a little bit about the previous court, isn't it now an important stage for Zhu Houcong to play games with the ministers, why did his confidant have time to come to him, so he quickly asked what was going on .

After getting the answer, he began to doubt his ears.

"What? The emperor locked himself in the study and won't come out?"

Huang Jin was also helpless, nodded and said: "Yeah, it's been more than half a day, and the time for meals has passed long ago. It's not a solution for your majesty not to eat or drink. If something really happens from starvation, all of us slaves will die." I'm going to lose my head! Daoist Jinghua, please help us!"

To be reasonable, Li Chengfeng and Huang Jin are old acquaintances who have known each other since they were in the palace. This is the first time they have seen him in such an urgent manner. It seems that the situation is indeed serious.So without further ado, he put down the work in his hand and followed to the study.

On the way, I couldn't help asking: "What's the matter? I was fine a few days ago, and I was fighting high all day long as if I was going to fight. Why did you shut yourself off?"

"This..." Huang Jin hesitated for a long time: "I don't know too well, you should ask yourself, the emperor will listen to you."

Li Chengfeng was puzzled, and when he reached the door of the study, he saw Huang Jin knocking on the door and saying: "Your Majesty..."

As soon as the voice fell, there was a "pa——" sound from inside. It felt like something had hit the door frame, and immediately heard Zhu Houcong's shout: "Didn't you hear that I told you not to bother me! Get out!" Huang Jin was caught He took two steps back in fright.

Li Chengfeng couldn't take it anymore, he had something bad at some point, so he went up to knock on the door twice: "Your Majesty, poor Dao Jinghua, I hereby ask to see you."

The room was silent for a while, "You, why are you here! Don't come in yet! I'll summon you later..." Zhu Houcong's voice inside seemed extremely flustered.

He rolled his eyes fiercely, and thought to himself that I have seen you naked and buttocks, so there is nothing to be embarrassed about, but you still have to pretend on the surface.So Li Chengfeng continued to speak softly: "My Majesty, Pindao has not seen Longyan for many days, and I heard that you are in a bad mood, and I am worried about it, so I came here to ask. If it is inconvenient for you, Pindao will leave now."

There was another silence, and for a long time, Zhu Houcong said sullenly, "Then come in."

Li Chengfeng thought it was funny, pushed open the door, and walked in alone.

The room was very dark, he took the jade tongs and flicked the candle, and then the room became brighter.Looking around, I saw Zhu Houcong sitting with his head down among a pile of books, his body covered in dust.

After a brief salute, he stepped forward and asked softly, "Your Majesty, what's wrong with you?"

Zhu Houcong turned his face away from looking at him, although he tried his best to hide, but the room was so big, his expression was clearly exposed.

Li Chengfeng was stunned.

The little emperor's eyes are swollen and swollen, and the tip of his nose is red. This, this is obviously crying...

But who can make him cry?Whether it was coercion by the gangsters or the funeral of King Xing, this stubborn young man couldn't cry. Why did he start to cry when he became the emperor?

Zhu Houcong also knew that he looked embarrassed, recalling the bold words and pretending he had said in front of the other party, he suddenly explained with some shame: "I was not very convinced when I discussed the title of parents with Yang Tinghe, so I just read the book here to find a way. Let’s see if we can refute him.” Originally, he thought that since no one in the court would help him, he would come by himself and seek a way out from the sage’s words.But he is a half-grown kid who has just turned 15, and he is no match for those old scholars who have studied books for most of their lives.The more I turned, the more anxious I became, the more I watched, the more wronged I became, thinking that I would really change my parents in the future, I couldn't help crying.

His own child felt sorry for himself, and Li Chengfeng's heart was about to be pulled when he saw him like this.I can't help but think how desperate the real Emperor Jiajing in history must have been in the face of such a predicament, alone and helpless.

Gently lifting the little emperor up, Li Chengfeng said in an extremely rare soft voice: "You can't find anything by flipping through the book like this. Let Huang Jin pass on the meal first, and we can figure out a way together after eating."

Jiajing had a sore nose and wanted to cry again.But immediately held back forcibly, cursing himself secretly in his heart, Zhu Houcong, oh Zhu Houcong, if this person is standing by your side today, how much do you want to embarrass yourself in front of him.But the feeling of grievance was like a tide, and he couldn't stop it no matter what, rubbing his eyes, he nodded fiercely, "Yeah!"

After simply tidying up the other party, Li Chengfeng ordered Huang Jin who had been waiting outside for a long time to come in.Huang Jin was so elated that he almost jumped up, he knew that the emperor must be looking for Jing Hua if he had something to do!It took so much effort, the emperor was coaxed into a trance.

After dinner, Li Chengfeng asked about what happened in detail, but was speechless when he figured it out.How could this be a game between the two sides, my own fool was completely hanged up and beaten!So he cut to the chase and asked, "What do you think, Your Majesty?"

These words are actually nonsense, if Zhu Houcong really had an idea, he wouldn't be flipping through the book alone.He himself was quite embarrassed, he hesitated for a long time before saying: "Zhen... I still want to argue against them from the ancestor's etiquette." Although he knew that this way would not work.

Unexpectedly, Li Chengfeng nodded seriously: "That's right. 'Use the way of the other, and give it to the other.' I really want to stand firm in the righteousness. This is essential. But..."

"But what?" Knowing that he was recognized, the little emperor was quite happy and couldn't help asking.

Li Chengfeng smiled: "But it's not enough, we must take multiple approaches, the first is Queen Mother Zhang."

The so-called Empress Dowager Zhang was Hongzhi's first wife, the mother of Emperor Zhengde, who decreed that the new emperor should be the head of the harem.After Zhu Houcong came to the throne, he once visited her.It seems that she has not yet recovered from the pain of losing her son, and now she lives in seclusion all day long, eating fast and praying to Buddha.Seeing the new emperor, he just gave a few simple instructions and ignored him.

Zhu Houcong wondered: "Queen Zhang? What does it have to do with her? Hasn't she always vented her anger with Yang Tinghe?"

Shaking his head, Li Chengfeng explained: "That's in other aspects, this matter is different." He calmed down and analyzed a little bit: "Empress Dowager Zhang cares most about her husband, son and her two younger brothers. Now that her son has just died, the courtiers are rushing to adopt one for her without permission, and they are not close to her, presumably she is unwilling in her heart."

"What's more, there is her younger brother, Shou Ninghou, who has a bad reputation in the imperial court. I believe she knows it well, otherwise she would not force him into the imperial envoy team, hoping to gain meritorious service. Yang Tinghe is over 60 , Your Majesty, you are only fifteen, and you have just come to Japan, and she always has to think about the Zhang family."

Although Mrs. Zhang said that she ignored government affairs, as the empress dowager, what she said was very useful.If she opens her mouth to say that she does not want to adopt, even if she only reveals a hint of meaning, the ministers will have to weigh it.

Zhu Houcong seemed to be enlightened, and almost jumped up excitedly, "Wonderful! I'm going to find her now!"

Li Chengfeng hurriedly stopped him. It seemed that the child was suffocated. A little hope seemed to be grasping at straws, "Please rest assured, Your Majesty. Only Empress Dowager Zhang may not be enough. I don't know if you have ever heard that the enemy comes from within." disintegrated' phrase.”

Jiajing's eyes lit up: "Oh? I would like to hear more about it."

The author has something to say: Looking through the documents of important ministers during the reign of Jiajing and Zhengde, I was blinded by a row of Jieyuan, No. [-] scholar, and geniuses, all of them are giants!

In addition, the matter of Dali Discussion is one of the most important events in Ming history. The ethics and morals involved in it are still being debated. What the author said is the opinion of the family.

Finally, click on this chapter, and you will get a tearful little emperor~~

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