The emperor is embarrassed

Today, Ruan Hongfei abandoned Ming Zhan and went out alone, and he was strongly condemned by Ming Zhan for his behavior of not wanting to live or follow Ming Zhan.

Ruan Hongfei had no choice but to serve Ming Zhan attentively once, and then said countless sweet words to Ming Zhan.Finally, he earnestly inquired about Ming Zhan's one-day itinerary.

Ming Zhan thought about the business, and immediately ordered someone to fetch the list, and compared them carefully under the lamp.

"Is this Chun Wei's new list?" Ruan Hongfei glanced at it and asked.

"Well." Ming Zhan asked Ruan Hongfei for help, and took out a booklet, "Come on, you read it, and I will remember, which family is an official, which family is rich, which is a little rich, and which is abject poverty?"

Before going to sleep, Ming Zhan said to Ruan Hongfei, "The data can explain everything."

After the palace examination, the gold list will be released.

The ranking has not changed much.

Although it is inevitable that there are some voices of underappreciated talents, fortunately, they are not successful.And after Ming Zhan's rigorous analysis, he thinks that the Spring Festival is quite fair.

After Tanhua, the No. [-] scholar, was appointed as an official as usual, the rest still had to take the exam, and those who got good grades would stay in Hanlin.Those who waited again had to go to the Ministry of Officials by themselves, Hou Que, the county magistrate, and the county magistrate, and they could always get a turn with some connections.

"Is there anyone who is willing to serve as an official in Du Ruoguo's embassy overseas with Cheng Engong?" Ming Zhan asked.

In the eyes of people in this era, going to Du Ruoguo requires traveling across the oceans, which is undoubtedly a very hard job.Therefore, even though the person who asked this question was a high-ranking emperor, the new scholars still hesitated for a while, Ming Zhan continued, "The conditions are very difficult, maybe there is something like acclimatization, try to be in good health and recommend yourself."

He was already hesitant, but Ming Zhan's words made the scene even colder.

Although everyone is trying their best to test Chunwei to become an official, the big official rank is not important to their lives.

Fortunately, in this hall, those who can pass the Jinshi examination are all people with high IQ.They immediately thought that Cheng Engong's status was a thousand times more valuable than theirs, and this matter was mentioned by His Majesty himself, and they rushed to answer first, at least they could leave a good impression in front of His Majesty.

Immediately, in the Zhaode Hall, everyone rushed to be the first and was extremely enthusiastic.

There was a little smile in Ming Zhan's eyes, and he raised the corners of his lips, "Anyone who is willing to go, please sign up with the Ministry of Officials, and we will discuss it later." Then he talked about the reform of the salt class. The salt merchants have served the country for a long time, and now the imperial court wants to take back the salt farms, so there should be some rewards for the salt merchants.

Finally, Ming Zhan said in a gentle voice, "Yongshang, you have gone, and when you see the salt merchants, the presidents and members of the Salt Chamber of Commerce, ask them if they have any requirements. They eat this bowl of rice all year round, and it is absolutely gone. I don't have any patience in my heart. If they have any plans, just tell me. And the money they bought Yanyin back then, and now Yanyin has not yet expired, how much money should be refunded, just figure it out, and I will allocate the money to them .”

Lin Yongshang bowed to accept the order, and Ming Zhan said, "Yongshang, you are an imperial envoy. The reform of Huaiyang Salt Class is up to you."

Of course, Ming Zhan did not forget to assign Fan Wei and Feng Zhi to Lin Yongshang.In addition, the old officials who are good at checking accounts from the Ministry of Households directly distributed half of the children to Lin Yongshang.

Accounts are always the key.

Ming Zhan called Lin Yongshang in private, sat by the flower pool, and talked about his plan in a gentle voice, "I intend to open the sea ban. If the salt merchants have carefully inquired about the news of my reform of the salt class in Yunnan, they should know that I will never It’s a disadvantage. However, the matter of the sea ban cannot be completed in a short while. If they are interested, they can come to the imperial capital, and I will inquire about it.”

Lin Yongshang understood and said gratefully, "As soon as I arrive in Huaiyang, I will do this first."

"So, very good." Ming Zhan said, "I have ordered Marquis Yongding to assist you to appease Huaiyang, Yongshang, if this job is done well, the seat of governor of Huaiyang is yours. Don't let me down."

Lin Yongshang said solemnly, "I do errands for your Majesty, and I don't ask for high officials and rich salary." In this sentence, Lin Yongshang's intelligence is undoubtedly revealed.

Ming Zhan secretly sighed that Lin Yongshang was in the first rank in his young age, which is really extraordinary.Hearing such words is far more pleasant than hearing a few words of thanksgiving to show loyalty.

"I know." Ming Zhan shook Lin Yongshang's arm and said with a smile, "I have been to your house and know what kind of person you are."

Ming Zhan is a very talkative person, he can fully show his full trust in a person, that kind of eyes that are waiting for him, coupled with Ming Zhan's identity, is enough to make people feel grateful.

Rao Lin Yongshang also felt willing to work for Mingzhan.

It was for Ming Zhan, not just for the status of emperor.

The king and the ministers all have exquisite thoughts, and they talked happily. Ming Zhan said some views on Huaiyang, and finally, he said to Lin Yongshang again, "You went to Huaiyang, seeing is believing, everything in Huaiyang is up to you .”

After a while, He Yu brought a long ebony box, the things of the royal family, which are always ingenious, just looking at this long box is enough to make people feel like buying a box for a pearl.

Ming Zhan opened the box, and a corner of the afternoon sun entered the box, reflecting the scorching precious light immediately.Ming Zhan reached out, held it, and calmly took out a long sword.

This is a long sword with a sheath studded with pearls, jade and precious stones.

If a person has never seen it before and only listens to the description, I am afraid that he will feel contemptuous.

But if you are lucky enough to see it in person, you will know how amazing and incomparably gorgeous it is. Lin Yongshang exclaimed, "Taizu's sword."

"The sword above." Ming Zhan corrected.

This sword came from the hands of Emperor Taizu. It is said that Emperor Taizu found this sword in Xianshan, and the twists and turns of the process can completely make up a legendary story.This is even more a sword of the Son of Heaven, which was bestowed by the heavens, and the emperor Taizu was favored by the heavens, and thus gained the world.

Of course, these are just legends.

However, this sword does have its mysteries.After Taizu, emperors of all dynasties wanted to imitate and invited craftsmen from all over the world, but none of them succeeded.Not to mention the unparalleled sharpness of the sword, but the most dazzling huge ruby ​​on the extremely gorgeous scabbard, it is already unparalleled in the country.

Ming Zhan lived twice in his life, he is a well-informed person, and he is also very impressed by the exquisite craftsmanship of this sword.

"Hold the sword above. If you have something urgent, you can cut it first and then play it." Seeing that Lin Yongshang was nervous and speechless, Ming Zhan deliberately eased the atmosphere, and said with a smile, "At worst, it can also scare people."

This sword of the Son of Heaven was recorded in the "Benji of the Founding of the Country" in the Dafeng Dynasty.Of course Lin Yongshang knew.This is the Tianzi sword exclusively used by the emperor of the Dafeng Dynasty. Lin Yongshang has never seen any emperor who would give his subjects this sword as a token of authorization.Ming Zhan's action made this shrewd minister's head feel confused for a short time. He didn't know what to say, so he could only murmur, "Your Majesty, Your Majesty..."

"Don't dare to accept?"

There was still unbelievable astonishment in Lin Yongshang's eyes, but his thoughts finally returned to their place.He suppressed the surprise on his face, bowed respectfully to Ming Zhan, took the sword with his precious hands, and said solemnly, "I will definitely live up to your majesty's orders." Slightly moist.

Ming Zhan raised his hand to signal, and Lin Yongshang stood up, "I am going to Huaiyang, and I am afraid that I will not be able to return to the imperial capital in a short time. I have a nephew who is still in the imperial capital, and I have no relatives in the imperial capital. Please take care of him, Your Majesty."

"Do not worry."

Shen Zhuoyan knew that his uncle was going to Huaiyang, but he is also very busy now, he will come home very late, and when he gets home, he will eat his stomach.The servant Lao Ji brought up the warm food on the stove, and Shen Zhuoyan wolfed it down.

Lin Yongshang frowned, "You should be more refined. It's so late, why haven't you eaten yet?"

"Wei Ziyao said to eat at Taibailou, I'm not used to the food outside, so I came back." Shen Zhuoyan picked up a bowl of loofah egg soup and said.

"What are you busy with now?" Lin Yongshang was busy with official duties, and seeing Shen Zhuoyan running out all day long, he was very worried.

"The emperor ordered the Publishing Department of the Ministry of Rites to publish and sell the articles of the top [-] Jinshi in this year's apricot list and sell them in volumes." Shen Zhuo said loudly, "There are also booksellers who want to use money to gain connections and want to follow along. Sell."

Shen Zhuoyan intentionally put on a embarrassed look, but there was a narrow smile in his eyes, he looked like a teenager, with such an expression, not only was he not cute, but it was even more cute.With the chopsticks between his fingers, Shen Zhuo spread his hands and said, "I have to ask them to pay a deposit and print more."

"Okay, let's eat quickly." Lin Yongshang patted him on the head and urged, "Don't delay your homework because of these things."

"I know." Shen Zhuoyan ran out a lot, completely different from the restraint he had when he first arrived in the imperial capital, and said, "I'm also working for the emperor now, and it won't be much different from being a Jinshi."

"Fart." Lin Yongshang scolded, "If Jinshi is useless, why would the emperor order him to accompany him to study the imperial examinations. Fan Wei and Feng Zhi were also awarded officials before, and now they are not only awarded Jinshi, but also want to go south with me. After returning to the court, you will be reused." Lin Yongshang thought that he would be away for a long time, his tone softened, and he seriously warned, "You should do your job well for the emperor, no matter how small it is, you must do it with your heart. If someone else sends you You have to tell the emperor if you give money for something, don’t accept it privately.”

"I know." Shen Zhuo said with a smile, "Don't worry, uncle, I'm not a child. I'll help uncle pack things in a while."

There has always been only "a child traveling thousands of miles and a mother worrying", and "a mother traveling thousands of miles worrying about children" is relatively rare.In the same way, the younger generation will never be able to understand the feelings of the elders.

For example, Shen Zhuoyan, he never felt that it was difficult for his uncle to live on his own when his uncle was away on a business trip.

However, he only had his uncle as his only family member, and his reluctance was true.

Lin Yongshang chooses a day to go south, and Wei Zimin also wants to go overseas with Tianshu and others. It is rare that the two pedestrians are on the same road, and they naturally go hand in hand.

Everything was proceeding in an orderly manner until Ouyang Ke, Minister of the Ministry of Rites, said, "The emperor has been on the throne for several months, and it is time to discuss a new year name for next year."

You must know that discussing the reign name is a major event, especially the reign name of the new monarch, which is very particular, and it is completely trivial to discuss it for a year or so.

Ming Zhan naturally agreed.

Ouyang Ke said again, "The emperor is already on the throne, should he send the Qin Tianjian to choose a blessed place?"

Ming Zhan didn't react for a while, and asked confusedly, "What are you doing? I didn't plan to build a house or a palace?"

The people of the half court were dizzy from Ming Zhan's words. Ouyang Ke couldn't laugh or cry, and reminded, "Your Majesty, naturally choose a blessed place to build the emperor's tomb." The emperor's tomb has always been built as soon as he ascended the throne. Carry the coffin in, and it will be worshiped by people since then.

Thinking about it this way, it seems like I live to build a grave.

"Oh, there's no rush for this matter. I'm living well now, so why rush to build a mausoleum. There's no need to bury the bones in the countryside. Life is full of green hills. If you have that money, it's better to spend it on the people." Ming Zhan said As soon as the words came out, everyone in the court was surprised.

It doesn't mean that Zhan is not good, but just looking at his words and deeds, it is really unexpected that Ming Zhan has the qualities of a saint.And afterwards, many ministers believed that the two lines of poems that their emperor uttered casually were extremely regal.

Of course, this is also a big difference between modern people and ancient people.

At least in Ming Zhan's view, it is very foolish to spend a lot of money to build those mausoleums that are missed by thieves.

In the end, this also became an unsolved mystery in Emperor Wu's life.

In the eyes of historians, in a feudal society where everyone believed in the afterlife, it is almost unimaginable and incomprehensible that Emperor Wu did not build a mausoleum throughout his life.

Ming Zhan objected, so the matter of choosing the blessed land had to be shelved.

The case of the Lu Family's Mingyue Building started vigorously.