Chapter 130: Seizing the throne?
However, although I didn't dare to show my face, I didn't care about it in my heart.
It’s just that I’m not as strong as others and I don’t dare to refute.
"What? There isn't one?" Zhu Houzhao became even more angry.
None!
"You don't have any, how shameless are you?
Have you forgotten, what is the origin of my Zhu family?
Taizu even worked as a beggar, and he worked hard to conquer the Ming Dynasty Country.
Do you really think that you are born as an emperor and you deserve to be blessed and oppress the people as a matter of course?"
Zhu Houzhao walked back and forth angrily and cursed.
"Bullshit."
"I tell you, this Ming Dynasty was not obtained by some bullshit destiny. It was defeated by Taizu's strength.
It was Taizong and the emperors of all dynasties who worked hard to defend it. "
It's not destiny, and you don't deserve to enjoy the blessings and oppress the people as a matter of course."
The sound of thunder almost sounded throughout the palace, and even spread outside the palace.
Many people's faces changed.
Kings, there are many, many people.
Your Majesty has denied the Ming Dynasty and his own destiny!
Is Your Majesty crazy?
Zhu Wuwu almost couldn't help but speak, but he still held it back.
cabinet.
Liu Jian and the other three could hear clearly, their expressions changed several times, they were weird, complicated, sighing, but also a little helpless and relieved.
This is very Your Majesty.
Many of the kings were angry.
How can your Majesty deny the Zhu family’s destiny?
But they still dare not reveal it.
"What? Not convinced? Angry?"
Zhu Houzhao saw a lot of emotions, but he had no mercy at all, and angrily said: "I tell you, this is the truth.< br>
I and you were born with the surname Zhu, and are members of the royal family of the Ming Dynasty. Yes, this is indeed a sign of natural wealth.
But being born rich means more responsibilities, not taking it for granted, and not being able to do whatever you want. People.
I also tell you that it is the people of Ming Dynasty who have worshiped my old Zhu family. It is my old Zhu family who owes it to the people of Ming Dynasty, not the people of Ming Dynasty who owe it to my old Zhu family. ”
The expressions of the kings changed.
I don’t know how many officials are silent.
I don’t know how many generals, royal guards, eunuchs, maids, and even ordinary people are all. In silence.
But for some reason, a hot fire is quietly arising in many people's hearts.
This heat is still gradually increasing.
"I know what you are thinking?"
Zhu Houzhao's tone was extremely firm and determined, "You are thinking that Zhu Houzhao is too cruel and unkind to recognize his relatives."
< br>"Don't be afraid, I won't blame you for thinking this way, because what you think is not wrong.
I am here to tell all of you clearly that I just deny my relatives, I am cruel, I am Unkind.”
"Because I am the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty first, and then everything else.
The people of the Ming Dynasty and the country of the Ming Dynasty are more important in my heart than anything else.
When my father was here, I told him that being an emperor requires Disowning relatives and being ruthless, the people are the most important thing, everything else can be discarded
I can do it.
So, you don’t have to think about all that mess.
I don’t care who he is. If he hurts the people of Ming Dynasty, I will never let him go. "
"I don't care whether you are willing or not, willing or not.
Everyone must listen to me.
You can listen or not if you want.
Rebellion and defeat me.
If you can’t defeat me, then just listen to me.
Do you understand? ”
There was a dead silence in the square, only Zhu Houzhao’s voice echoed in the sky, lingering for a long time.
Outside the square, in all directions, it was getting quieter and quieter, with only countless complex emotions, and The growing fire in my heart
The kings were silent, their hearts filled with coldness and complexity.
There are many people who secretly cursed crazy people
"I ask you, do you understand?" Zhu Houzhao glared and shouted again.
The kings' bodies trembled and they responded in unison: "I understand."
"Okay, I have made it clear to you. I hope you can remember it. , remember.
Now, let's do the math again. "Zhu Houzhao warned, and the topic changed, which made the kings feel nervous.
Is it not just a reprimand, but also a punishment?
"It is difficult for me to find a clean one among you. of.
But there are a few that I will never forget and hate deeply. "Zhu Houzhao's eyes turned completely cold, and he gritted his teeth and said.
A few kings were covered in sweat, and fear enveloped their whole bodies.
"The King of Qin and Zhu Bingjing robbed one hundred and thirty-six women of the people, killed one hundred and fifty-seven people, and destroyed countless families."
"The king of Shu, Zhu Binhan, had four hundred lands under his command. Tens of thousands of acres, thousands of families were destroyed and their families were destroyed.”
“Prince Yongling, he eats the hearts of children”
“Prince Tonglin killed his mother and took the fetus. "
"Prince Jialin uses people to make elixirs."
"Haha, that's great. Get out of here, you beasts."
With a loud shout, the murderous aura that emerged from the thousands of troops swept away.
Ten of the kings were completely paralyzed on the ground, unable to stand up at all.
But the people around them moved aside, exposing them.
Zhu Houzhao raised his hand and grabbed the five figures wearing royal robes. He gritted his teeth and said, "Is it you?"
"Your Majesty, spare your life, spare your life."
"Your Majesty, spare your life."
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The five people quickly begged for mercy.
"His grandpa, do you think I dare not kill people?"
Zhu Houzhao was extremely angry. He had endured these beasts for so many days.
"Beasts, I really want to cut you into pieces with a thousand knives."
In the voice, Zhu Houzhao clenched his hands little by little and squeezed with unparalleled strength, causing the five kings of Qin to suffer.
After a few breaths, Zhu Houzhao slapped the five people into a pulp.
In the square, all the kings held their breath and stared blankly.
Two princes and three princes were beaten to death by the emperor in front of their eyes.
This had a much greater impact on them than the announcement just now of beheading three princes and more than a dozen county kings.
Zhu Chenhao's eyes were full of fear.
Nanwang, Pingwang, etc. are all afraid.
"According to the decree, the King of Qin, the King of Shu, and these three princes will all abolish their thrones and demote them to four ranks.
Choose an innocent person from among the heirs to inherit.
In addition, check them. All the property is left behind, leaving only the title." Zhu Houzhao was still far from relieved of his hatred and said angrily while staring at the pools of blood and mud.
"Yes." Wei Jinzhong's posture became more and more respectful.
“And you.”
Zhu Houzhao pointed at the remaining kings and said angrily: "Few of you are innocent. Pass the order and wear royal guards to thoroughly investigate the kings and all the clan properties.
Anything obtained by bullying the people will be punished. Confiscate and compensate the victims.
In serious cases, the person will be replaced or demoted.
Uncle Thirteen, you are now in charge of this matter. .”
"I obey the decree." Zhu ignored and saluted.
Although a thorough investigation is required, the kings all feel as if they have narrowly escaped death.
It would be better if we didn’t kill them on the spot.
As for a thorough investigation, there is still a chance.
Zhu Houzhao took a few deep breaths and slowly calmed down the anger in his heart.
He said in a deep voice: "Okay, everyone, get up."
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
The kings said respectfully and tremblingly.
Many kings were supported by their fathers and sons and reluctantly stood up.
Zhu Houzhao frowned.
When they all stood up, Zhu Houzhao said angrily: "Look at your appearance, how can you look like the old Zhu family?"
The kings did not dare to refute, and listened obediently. .
"I don't like the people of the Ming Dynasty to kneel down. As long as you don't commit any crime in the future, you don't have to kneel down when you see me." Zhu Houzhao said.
Waiting for any reaction from the kings, he said seriously: "Now, it's time to talk about how to reform the clan?"
It's not over yet!
The kings complained in their hearts, but only a few people were more serious in their hearts.
They knew that the real drama was coming.
Although the killing of the prince just now was serious, it was enough to kill him.
A thorough investigation of the kings' properties is the next step, and there is still room for maneuver.
The interests of the kings in the future are more important.
"Our surname is Zhu, but we are definitely not raised pigs. Look at yourselves, many of them are no different from pigs."
Zhu Houzhao looked at some kings with disdain. They had fat heads, big ears, and decadent spirits. , how is it different from a pig?
Many kings lowered their heads in shame.
"Of course, I also know that this is Taizong's relationship. He raised the kings like pigs." Zhu Houzhao pointed the mistake directly at Taizong without hesitation.
This time, no one thought anything was wrong.
What else does your Majesty not dare to do?
Most of the kings felt happy in their hearts.
How many people are willing to be pigs?
It’s all Taizong’s fault.
"But from now on, the Ming Dynasty clan will no longer be raised as pigs to pass on decrees." Zhu Houzhao said firmly.
Both ears were perked up, listening even more seriously than before.
"Abolish the rule that the children of the clan are not allowed to engage in politics, the military, or business, and they can practice their profession freely."
Many kings showed joy, they can now take control of power.
"In addition, all titles, each generation, will be reduced by one level. There is no lower limit, until they are reduced to ordinary people."
Suddenly, all the kings' faces changed. This is Take their lives.
They couldn't stand it anymore and had to protest.
“If you want to avoid lowering your title, or even restore or upgrade your title, you can.
Use merit in exchange.
From now on, the royal family and clan of the Ming Dynasty will no longer They are all descendants of Taizu, so no one should say anything about them.
I will give all descendants of Taizu a chance.
Prince, county king, general, lieutenant, eight titles, are all before your eyes.
As long as you have the ability and achieve merit, I will give it to you.
Even if you are white now, you can still become a prince.
If they are incapable, even my sons and grandsons will be demoted generation after generation until they become ordinary Ming citizens. "Zhu Houzhao said with great determination and no doubt.
The faces of the kings continued to change, ranging from joy to worry.
"Your Majesty, this may be the cause of cholera!" Zhu Mingwang had no choice but to speak, and he saluted solemnly.
"What cholera method?" Zhu Houzhao waved his hand and said with a careless smile: "Are you worried that the clan members are too strong and will seize the throne?"
(Chapter 3, the Internet is a bit useless today , a few minutes late, there are still a dozen short of the five hundred, come on, I want to add more)
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