Chapter 1980 Hot spots in the capital
"Ping'an has been far away from the capital for a long time. I wonder what hot spots are in the capital recently?" Zhu Pingan asked Wang Eunuch casually at the table.
"Hot spot?" Wang Gonggong and others were stunned for a moment, with question marks on their faces, hot spot, what is a hot spot.
"Oh, it means hot topics and things that attract public attention." Zhu Pingan then realized that he sometimes used a modern tone habitually. People of this generation didn't understand, so he explained Again.
"Xiao Zhu deserves to be the number one scholar. The word "hot spot" is well used. It hits the spot, is insightful and vivid." Wang Gonggong praised it, and then said with a smile, "Haha, although it is small Lord Zhu has been away from the capital for a long time, but the hot spot in the capital recently is you, Lord Zhu.”
"Me?" Zhu Pingan was a little surprised.
"Master Xiao Zhu commanded the Zhejiang Army to achieve a brilliant victory in the Suzhou Defense War. Almost everyone in the capital knew the name of Master Xiao Zhu. Storytellers in the teahouses and restaurants in the capital were all talking about Master Xiao Zhu, who was resourceful and resourceful. Let’s read the story of Japanese pirates.”
“They say, Master Xiao Zhu, you can have a plan if you blink your eyes, and you can have a plan if you touch your chin. "
"There is even a storyteller who said that you have learned a set of martial arts secrets from the Four Books and Five Classics, and practiced peerless magic skills. Those ferocious Japanese pirates are not your enemies at all, just one finger. You can poke them to death."
The prince laughed and told Zhu Pingan a few of the rumors about Zhu Pingan in the capital.
He learned the secrets of martial arts from the Four Books and Five Classics.
The corners of Zhu Ping'an's mouth twitched when he heard this.
“Besides, what other hot spots are there?” Zhu Pingan asked again.
"Some time ago, Beilu Anda invaded the northern border again. He invaded Xuanfu, Jizhou and Datong several times and killed many generals. The Holy Emperor was furious and offered a reward to Beiluo Anda. The reward for his head will be determined: whoever answers the question will be given ten thousand taels of silver and will be awarded the title of Count." The prince also talked about a hot topic in the capital recently.
After hearing this, Zhu Pingan's first feeling was that Emperor Jiajing was a bit stingy. The problem of northern captives was one of the two serious diseases that plagued the Jiajing Dynasty. It was worse than the Japanese invasion and occupied most of the court's military expenditures. Expenditure, can I dedicate my head to it, that is, to destroy the Northern Barbarians and solve the biggest stubborn problem of the court, and then only reward 10,000 taels of silver and the lowest count? !
However, Zhu Ping'an soon felt that Emperor Jiajing was quite generous this time. After all, thinking about it carefully, Emperor Jiajing was very cautious about conferring titles and couldn't be more cautious.
Zhu Ping'an remembered that there was an old man named Zhou Shangwen in this dynasty. He served as the commander-in-chief of Datong for a long time. During his tenure in guarding Datong, he repelled the invasion of Anda from the North several times. He had outstanding military exploits and was promoted to the highest rank for his merits. Governor Zuo, this is the highest rank for a military attache, and was awarded the title of Taibao and Prince Tutor. However, until the old man passed away in office five years ago, he was not able to obtain the title.
After Mr. Zhou passed away, a man named Shen Shu reported to Emperor Jiajing and asked for a posthumous title from Mr. Zhou. As a result, Emperor Jiajing was furious. Not only did he say that Zhou Shangwen had repeatedly requested rewards and complained a lot when he was still alive, but he was tolerant and did not punish him. He also handed Shen Shu over to the Jin Yiwei for questioning, and the Jin Yiwei imprisoned Shen Shu. He was imprisoned and is still in prison today.
In comparison, Emperor Jiajing's reward this time can be considered quite generous.
Of course, comparing it to myself, I feel that Emperor Jiajing was quite generous to me this time. Being able to serve as the right minister of the Yingtian Ministry of War and the governor of Zhejiang is definitely an exceptional promotion among exceptional promotions.
"Oh, by the way, counting the time, the Meridian Gate Prisoner Presentation Ceremony is being held in the capital today. I heard that the Japanese prisoners will be executed by Lingchi. I guess there should be a sea of people in Caishikou now, and the common people are watching the execution."
< br>The prince thought of the Meridian Gate Prisoner Presentation Ceremony, took a sip of tea and said slowly.
"Ling Chi's execution is what they deserve." Zhu Pingan did not feel that Ling Chi was too cruel and inhumane like Bai Lianhua.
Why didn't these Japanese pirates think about humanity when they burned, killed and looted? They were like animals, killing the people, extremely cruel!
They deserved to be executed by Lingchi!
"The rewards for Beilu Anda have been increased, and the rewards for Japanese chiefs Wang Zhi, Xu Hai and others will also be increased. With Mr. Xiao Zhu's ability, he will be awarded a title soon." Wang Gonggong complimented Zhu Ping'an.
"Haha, the prince has over-praised me." Zhu Ping'an shook his head modestly, and then said firmly, "However, in order to repay the Lord for his kindness, I should do my best to wipe out the Japanese pirates. "
"The Zajia wish Mr. Zhu success. It's getting late. I'll take my leave and return to Beijing soon."
The prince clasped his fists and stood up to leave.
The rest of the people also stood up and left.
"My lord, you, and all of you, we have been tired from the journey and are exhausted. It is not too late to rest for two days before returning to Beijing."
Zhu Ping'an politely persuaded him to stay.
"Thank you for your kindness, Mr. Xiao Zhu. It's just that the governor had an explanation when we came, asking us to go back quickly without delay."
Eunuch Wang explained.
“This is too hard.” Zhu Pingan said with emotion.
"Haha, the Governor said he would give us a ten-day holiday after we return, and then we can have a good rest."
Eunuch Wang said.
After talking about this, Zhu Ping'an couldn't force them to stay, so he had to send them out of the house and set off.
Li Shu had already prepared some local specialties and gave them to Wang Gonggong and others. Wang Gonggong and others accepted them after refusing.
"I almost forgot, Mr. Xiao Zhu, please speak here." Wang Gonggong pulled Zhu Pingan aside before leaving.
Zhu Pingan followed Eunuch Wang to the roadside.
“It’s nothing, I just want to remind Mr. Xiao Zhu that the Holy Father has recently considered the matter of establishing a prince. He has repeatedly asked Mr. Yan Ge, Mr. Xu Ge, Mr. Li Ge and some ministers about establishing a prince. . In the future, Master Xiao Zhu will return to the capital. , may also face this problem from the Holy Emperor, Mr. Xiao Zhu can prepare early to avoid being caught off guard." Wang Gonggong reminded Zhu Pingan in a low voice, because the matter involved Emperor Dao Jiajing, so Wang Gonggong pulled Zhu Pingan out of the way. Remind each other in quiet places.
"Thank you, Eunuch Wang." Zhu Ping'an cupped his hands and thanked him.
"Master Xiao Zhu is too polite, the Za family is leaving." Eunuch Wang said with a smile, clasped his fists and left.
Lichu.
This is indeed a difficult question to answer.
Not only is it difficult to answer, but it is also life-threatening.
Who should be appointed as the crown prince, King Jing or King Yu?
If you recommend King Jing as the crown prince, you will offend King Yu; but if you recommend King Yu as the crown prince, you will also offend King Jing. You have offended the only heir to the Ming Dynasty, and you still want to reap the rewards!
But if no one recommends it, it will be difficult for Emperor Jiajing to pass, and his impression in Emperor Jiajing's heart will be greatly reduced. (End of chapter)