Chapter 204 Zhang Juzheng is quite sensible
The streets of the capital are windy and snowy, and there are few pedestrians, but Zhang Juzheng’s heart is hot.
Xu Jie's decision to recommend him as a minister to King Yu finally came through. Zhang Juzheng swept away the poor attitude of not being taken seriously when he wrote "On Current Affairs".
The whole person seemed to be resurrected with blood, a smile full of hope, not afraid of the wind, snow and cold, and came to Prince Yu's Mansion with excitement and nervousness.
When he just arrived in front of the gate of the palace, the guards in front of the palace had already received Zhu Zaijing's order. As long as he came over, he could be introduced directly into the palace.
Therefore, before Zhang Juzheng could hand over his famous assassin to the concierge of the palace and wait for Zhu Zaijing to receive him, he was led to the front courtyard of the palace.
At this moment, Zhu Zaijing was also standing in the front courtyard, looking at Zhang Juzheng's arrival with a bit of smile, a bit of curiosity and a bit of expectation.
Zhang Juzheng entered the vestibule and saw Zhu Zaijing waiting at the first glance. He quickly walked a few steps and bowed anxiously to Zhu Zaijing: "Zhang Juzheng, editor of the Hanlin Academy, pays homage to His Royal Highness Prince Yu."< br>
Zhu Zaijing also took a few steps forward, held Zhang Juzheng's arm and lifted him up, "Mr. Zhang, there is no need to be polite. Your Majesty sent a gentleman to teach me, so I should salute you." Yes."
When Zhang Juzheng heard Zhu Zaijing's words, he was immediately flattered and quickly replied: "I am scared."
Zhu Zaijing smiled and said: "Mr. Zhang is out. Come on, come inside and have a cup of hot tea."
Zhu Zaijing enthusiastically invited Zhang Juzheng into the greenhouse, and Zhang Juzheng also humbly said The ceremony seemed very respectful.
After arriving in the greenhouse, Zhu Zaijing naturally sat in the first place, and Zhang Juzheng also sat on the nanmu chair beside him.
Meng Chong and the serving eunuch also showed Zhu Zaijing and Zhang Juzheng a cup of tea respectively, and placed them on the small table next to them.
Zhu Zaijing said: "The weather is very cold, thank you for your hard work, Mr. Zhang."
Zhang Juzheng replied: "It is the duty of a minister to fulfill his duties for the prince."
Zhu Zaijing smiled and looked at Zhang Juzheng carefully. He was indeed handsome. He was indeed a rare handsome guy.
Although he has not yet grown that majestic and composed beard, the beard that he has grown now also has a somewhat majestic and upright look.
As expected, he is indeed known as the "prime minister who saves time", just by looking at the appearance, it seems a bit like that.
After Zhu Zaijing finished admiring Zhang Juzheng, he also withdrew his gaze.
Zhu Zaijing said: "I wonder what knowledge you are going to teach me, sir?"
Zhang Juzheng couldn't figure out Zhu Zaijing's attitude and thoughts at this time, and he didn't dare to behave like Gao Gong. Go straight.
So after hearing Zhu Zaijing's question, Zhang Juzheng also cautiously replied: "I am going to teach you the edicts of virtuous kings since the Han and Tang Dynasties, as well as the classic stories cited in the edicts, etc. "
Zhu Zaijing was a little surprised when he heard Zhang Juzheng's question. Originally, Zhu Zaijing thought that Zhang Juzheng would teach him some Confucian knowledge from the Four Books, Five Classics and hundreds of schools of thought.
Unexpectedly, Zhang Juzheng, like Gao Gong, played a little out of character.
I remember when Gao Gong first came to Prince Yu's Mansion, he didn't stop talking without making any surprises. He directly wanted to teach Zhu Zaijing "Shang Jun Shu".
But later on, I don’t know what I thought, so I stopped teaching "Shang Jun Shu" and started teaching some geography and current affairs courses.
Zhu Zaijing also liked these courses and found them quite interesting.
Now that Zhang Juzheng is here, although he has not mentioned the "Book of Shang Jun", which is an endless course of education that is not astonishing. But having to teach Zhu Zaijing about the edicts of wise kings since the Han and Tang Dynasties, as well as the allusions and examples quoted in the edicts, really shocked Zhu Zaijing.
If you guessed correctly, this kind of course should be an education course exclusively for the crown prince!
It can be seen from this that teachers Gao Gong and Zhang Juzheng are really not easy to worry about at all. They are so obvious from the beginning, which is really exciting!
Lest others don’t know what they are thinking.
Zhu Zaijing smiled stiffly: "To be honest, sir, I still don't understand the Four Books and Five Classics, and I don't understand the principles of the sages of various schools of thought. If sir, you don't dislike me for being stupid, you can teach me some of the Four Books and Five Classics first. , Let me first understand some of the teachings of the saints."
Unexpectedly, as soon as Zhu Zaijing finished speaking, Zhang Juzheng said something similar to Gao Gong's words.
Zhang Juzheng said: "Your Majesty's words are wrong. Your Majesty is a noble person, and he is different from the world. People in the world read the Four Books and Five Classics in order to stand out in the imperial examinations and honor their ancestors, but your Majesty was born to serve the people of the country and all directions in Jiuzhou."
"The teachings of saints are important, but they are definitely not suitable for princes. The prince's learning is the royal way, and it should be learned from the lofty ideals of the ancient virtuous kings." Note. Although times have changed, the desire to govern and govern the people is the same in ancient and modern times. "
"So, the prince's learning should not be limited to the regular learning, but should be based on the learning of kings."< br>
Listening to Zhang Juzheng’s great principles, Zhu Zaijing couldn’t help but sigh in his heart: This is hurting me!
I can win by lying down, why do you all like to make things more difficult for me?
What if the Taoist leader is petty and thinks that I am coveting him?
Zhu Zaijing said: "No, no, no, I cannot learn the royal way. I am simple by nature and like Confucianism. I believe that the right path must first correct the heart. Therefore, please teach me the sages of the Four Books and Five Classics first. Let me understand the truth first, and then learn other things."
Hearing Zhu Zaijing's answer, Zhang Juzheng couldn't help but frown slightly. He was also a little surprised by Prince Yu's attitude.
However, as a political figure, although Zhang Juzheng has not yet reached the highest level of cultivation, he still understands the compromises and compromises inherent in politics.
Zhang Juzheng replied: "Since the prince is interested in the teachings of saints and sages, I will naturally teach him and resolve his doubts. When I give lectures to the prince, I will prepare my lessons carefully and be meticulous about all the teachings of saints and saints quoted in the lectures. Leave it to the prince, so that he can understand the principles of saints from these course examples."
Zhu Zaijing hummed and replied to Zhang Juzheng: "In this case, I will thank Mr. Zhang first. ”
After that, Zhu Zaijing raised his tea cup and gave Zhang Juzheng a cup of tea. Zhang Juzheng quickly returned the gift cautiously and drank the tea soup in his tea cup.
Finally, Zhu Zaijing asked Meng Chong to prepare a lunch for Zhang Juzheng. Unfortunately, Zhang Juzheng did not accept it, but left after thanking him repeatedly.
Looking at Zhang Juzheng’s leaving figure, Zhu Zaijing looked back at the fat Meng Chong behind him. Zhu Zaijing said: “Are all these civil servants so courageous?”
Meng Chong didn't know why, and he didn't know what Zhu Zaijing's question meant. He hesitated and replied: "Your Majesty, I think this Zhang Juzheng is quite sensible and well-measured. I didn't ask you to have dinner with your Majesty." .”
Zhu Zaijing: “Haha!”
————
Please give me your monthly ticket
(End of this chapter)