Chapter 511: My sister is not as good as my brother-in-law

The lobbyist from Duke Baoguo's Mansion left, and then Zhang Lushui walked away with a basin in his hand. Only then did Zhu Feng, who had been waiting next door, have the opportunity to come in and meet him.

"That seems to be a retainer of Duke Baoguo's mansion. I didn't expect that he didn't go to the northwest to join the army." Zhu Feng said.

In the Ming Dynasty, although there is no formal name for the master, the powerful people have several retainers as secret guests. It's all very common.

It’s similar to White Gloves, except that what this group of people do is slightly more “noble” than White Gloves who only care about making money.

Zhang Zhou picked up the tea cup and took a sip of the tea ceremony "You know me"

"Yes." Zhu Feng nodded, "He once went to the Duke Cheng's Mansion and met his grandmother. , it is said that he came from the south, and had a good connection. Many officials who came from the southern imperial examination would give him face. "

As a candidate, he did not continue to take the imperial examination and was not selected. Instead of joining the government, he directly became a guest of the Duke's palace, secretly seeking connections.

Zhang Zhou said, "Then you know what he came to see me for."

Zhu Feng smiled and said, "Brother Zhang, even the people in the market are spreading rumors that it was the Baoguo Gong's negligence. They are going to be held accountable for the war. I guess they want to use your relationship to protect his future career, as well as their honor and status."

Zhang Zhou also just smiled.

"Isn't it right?" Zhu Feng asked curiously.

"Yes." Zhang Zhou nodded, "That's right, what's the purpose of your coming?"

Zhu Feng said, "I'm just looking for a place to have a drink. Let's talk to Brother Zhang." , I haven’t even dared to go back home recently. My grandmother said that she had arranged a wedding date for me, but as soon as it was decided, the matter was settled again."

Zhang Zhou smiled and asked "Why"<. /p>

Zhu Feng said with a frustrated look, "The woman I chose for marriage is the daughter of Uncle Pingjiang. Brother Zhang, you know the specific reason. But in this northwest war, Uncle Pingjiang did not make any contribution. Grandma He regretted it as soon as he heard it, saying that a married woman was not qualified to enter the palace, so he said he would choose someone else for me." Zhang Zhou pushed the teapot in front of Zhu Feng, meaning you should drink some. Tea, suppress the depression in my heart.

But Zhu Feng misunderstood the meaning. He picked up the teapot and poured tea for Zhang Zhou, "Brother Zhang, please give me some advice on how to push the matter aside."

Zhang Zhou said, "With your title as Marquis of Anbian, you haven't even decided to get married yet. Do you know how many people are coveting you?"

"Ah"

Zhu Feng looked sad. .

"I'm not your teacher. I have no way to interfere with your marriage. If we have nothing else to do, let's watch a show together and find a place to rest early. There have been assessments in the Yanwu Hall in the past few days. , you have to get busy and don't stay up too late," Zhang Zhou said.

"I know." Zhu Feng nodded, "Brother Zhang, there is one more thing I want to ask you for help."

"Say"

"Yes Regarding Tong'er, she seems to be in trouble recentlyShe was neglected in the palace, and even her prescription business in the capital was not very good. I once tried to find connections and asked ladies from well-known families to go to her for consultation, but the results were minimal. You can see if I can."

"No need to discuss. "

"Oh. ”

Zhu Feng probably also knew that mentioning Ning Tong’s matter might cause Zhang Zhou to look down upon him. He just finished his request, as if this was considered as completing the task. Zhang Zhou helped Whether you help or not depends on God's will.

Zhang Zhou said, "She has nothing to do with you a long time ago. Don't cause trouble for yourself. I think she just wants to take advantage of your weakness. The person who knows you best is still the one who knows you best." She, she will control you very well when it comes to husband and wife. ”

“Yeah. "Zhu Feng didn't deny it.

But he didn't seem to be against Ning Tong's use of him.

Zhang Zhou said, "I can't take care of the Yanwu Hall assessment. The Northwest War is over. After that, my first task was to clean up the military and political affairs, and to participate in the prosecution and prosecution of people like Baoguo Gong and Ping Jiangbo who were afraid of the enemy on the battlefield. If you don't understand something, go and ask Wang Shilang of the Ministry of Revenue for advice. In addition, Lu Wan, the governor of Neisan Pass, will return to the capital recently. He will temporarily investigate the martial arts hall, and you can ask him for advice on everything. "

Zhu Feng asked, "Brother Zhang has no spare time at all, where can he go if he has anything to look for?"

Zhang Zhou sighed, "Zhijie, it's time to stand up for yourself, don't do anything else." Everything comes to me. If you want to make a difference, there will be plenty of opportunities for you. As for your grandmother, you don't have to take it too seriously. Just make your own choices and know that there will be opportunities to make a difference in the future. "

"Oh. ”

Zhu Feng still looks like an innocent and obedient baby. Her life path is either planned by her family or given to her by Zhang Zhou. She doesn’t seem to have much of her own opinion.

Zhang Zhou said, "After the assessment, I will report to His Majesty according to the results and recommend a few people to serve in the border town. This can be considered as cultivating a few capable assistants for yourself. Your Majesty is also waiting to use the Yanwu Hall assessment to add some merit to you. Recently, he has been less involved in things outside the Yanwu Hall. When it is sensitive, he should take care of himself first. "

Zhu Feng heard it half-understood, but still nodded and said, "I know. ”

The war in the northwest has subsided.

The discussion of merit and rewards is in full swing. Regarding the rewards for those who have contributed in this battle, what Zhu Youtang is most willing to listen to is Zhang Zhou’s opinion. , and asked Zhang Zhou to submit the report on his own in the name of Minister of War, but Zhang Zhou felt that it was inappropriate to do so. Instead, it was better to explain it in front of the emperor and let the emperor choose whether to accept it.

On this day, Zhang Zhou followed Li Ronghe. Xiao Jing entered the palace.

The Chief Eunuch and the Chief Eunuch Bingbi came out of the palace to greet him and walked into the palace together.

Originally, this treatment was unique. Li Rong alone could lead the way. Xiao Jing came because he knew that Zhang Zhou came to the palace to discuss military rewards with the emperor. He also wanted to know Zhang Zhou's opinion in advance, so he took the initiative to show his courtesy. < /p>

“The one who made the first contribution,There is no one more than Yang Yiqing, the governor of Ningxia. If we talk about his equal, it is probably Cui Yuan, the commander-in-chief of the Prince Consort. ”

Xiao Jing set the tone.

Li Rong next to him just smiled and said nothing. With Xiao Jing here, even though he was older and more serious, he still didn’t have much to say. Quan.

Zhang Zhoudao said, "It makes sense. "

Xiao Jing immediately noticed that Zhang Zhou's words were somewhat perfunctory, and immediately changed his words, "Of course, the achievements of these two people cannot be compared with yours, Cai Guogong. "

"I dare not take it seriously. "Zhang Zhou said, "I didn't go to the battlefield, and I don't even know a little about what happened on the front line. How can I be counted among the heroes for this achievement? I'm afraid people will be dissatisfied. I still have some self-awareness. "

" Mr. Cai Guo, you are smiling. Your Majesty has seen your achievements. Even if all the ministers are dissatisfied with their mouths, they are convinced in their hearts. You planned it in advance, so why it went so smoothly, even the battle at the mouth of the Yellow River, was the result of your strategizing. ”

Xiao Jing was a bit like blowing a rainbow fart in front of Zhang Zhou.

Even Li Rong on the side was a little uncomfortable. Originally, the eunuch in charge of the ceremony was the internal minister. When To deliberately compliment a minister of the DPRK in this way

Zhang Zhou smiled and said, "Eunuch Xiao, I would like to ask, what does your majesty think of asking for credit for this battle?"

Outside It is against the rules for a minister to inquire about the Holy Will, but Zhang Zhou never seems to care about it. He will say whatever comes to his mind. At least the eunuchs like Si Lijian feel that Zhang Zhou has a straightforward temper. < /p>

Xiao Jing said, "How do you know that your Majesty will never be stingy when he reviews your merits. ”

You still have to say

At this point, Li Rong finally added: “In fact, discussing merit is one thing, but discussing fault seems to be more important. I don’t know. What does Cai Guogong think?"

"Yes, yes. "Xiao Jing also seemed to have been reminded, waiting for the answer with a look of expectation.

Zhang Zhou said, "Is this the fault of Duke Baoguo and others for missing the opportunity? This fault is indeed not small, but in this way Come to confiscate the family and exterminate the clan, isn’t it too much?”

Xiao Jing was startled.

Conquer the family and exterminate the clan

You really dare to say that.

Li Rong smiled and said, "Cai Guogong can make it clear to His Majesty how to deal with this. It would be best to not only punish his crimes, but also inspire the morale of the army and make the superiors work together to pave the way for the pacification of the grassland in the future. "

The implication is that we will give small punishments but big warnings. Offending Zhu Hui is a small matter, but offending a large group of people behind him is a big deal.

" That's it. "Xiao Jing also echoed.

Obviously, the relationship between Xiao Jing and Zhu Hui is extraordinary. Zhu Hui was previously trained as the head coach, and Xiao Jing, who was once the eunuch of the ceremonial department, is very close to Xiao Jing. It is normal for Jing to communicate secretly, such as giving gifts and flattery.

It is said that eunuchs who are in charge of rituals cannot collude with ministers outside the palace, either internally or externally, but during the New Year.Sending gifts on holidays and secretly communicating with each other are all common side dishes.

Zhang Zhoudao said, "Those who lead troops on an expedition should put bravery first. The Ming Dynasty's military regulations have already written down matters such as delaying fighter planes. Everything should be done according to the rules."

Xiao Jinghe Li Rong looked at each other, and both of them could tell that Zhang Zhou was preparing to kill Zhu Hui, and Zhu Hui seemed to be regarded as a negative example.

I can’t help but think to them that you, Zhang Bingkuan, know that Zhu Hui has an entire traditional martial arts backing, but you still want to shock the mountain and kill the tiger, but to no avail

In the Qianqing Palace.

Zhu Youtang was in high spirits and carefully discussed the military situation with Zhang Zhou before setting up the sand table.

Zhu Youtang is particularly interested in whether the decision made by Yang Yiqing's troops to evacuate the Tatars northward and away from the Ming Dynasty after the Battle of the Yellow River Estuary was correct.

Except for Chen Kuan, the three remaining eunuchs in the Lili Supervisory Office are here. In addition, there is Zhang Yong. They all seem to feel that Zhu Youtang is not so limited in his determination of merit. , even for a meritorious minister like Yang Yiqing, Zhu Youtang did not mind discussing whether he had made any mistakes, and wanted to discuss with Zhang Zhou whether he should be punished in this way.

"Yang Yiqing's choice was more because the subsequent soldiers and horses did not keep up."

Zhang Zhou made a small summary.

Zhu Youtang nodded and said, "The journey from Huamachi to Shigou City and then to the Yellow River Crossing is only more than three hundred miles. If people from all walks of life step up to catch up, I believe it will take less than three days." If they could arrive, the cavalry would be faster, but the result was that the Ningxia garrison was left to fight alone."

Xiao Jing reminded, "Your Majesty, can the troops of Marquis Wu'an and Uncle Xiangcheng still keep up with them? They also took the order to attack and arrived in time."

Zhu Hui was not mentioned, but he vaguely told the emperor that they were following Zhu Hui's order to intercept the Tatars, and they were sent by one of the Xiangcheng Bo troops. One of them, Cui Yuan, personally led the troops and achieved a great victory at the mouth of the Yellow River, which was indirectly attributed to Zhu Hui.

Zhu Youtang said, "It was timely enough. Several people went to the battlefield to kill the Tatars. In the end, it would not have been possible for hundreds of people to ambush the Tatars on the other side of the Yellow River. If Yang Yiqing had not led the Ningxia garrison to contain them on the southeast bank. The main force of the Tatars, not to mention hundreds of troops on the north bank of the Yellow River, even if they were increased ten times, it would not be enough to win."

Xiao Jing could hear the anger in the emperor's words, and he wanted to capture them. He clung to Zhu Hui's braid, and then he stopped speaking out for Zhu Hui.

"Bingkuan, I think you should strictly enforce military discipline, reward what you deserve, and punish what you deserve." Zhu Youtang reminded.

Zhang Zhou said, "Your Majesty, rewards and punishments for merits and demerits cannot be decided by me alone."

"Haha." Zhu Youtang smiled and said, "I will let you decide. There will be rewards based on merit. It is to help you win over the morale of the army and to stabilize the morale of the officers. As for punishment for mistakes, it is to help you establish your prestige and make the people in the army fear you. Only by giving both kindness and power can you still maintain your true qualities as a general."

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your understanding. I will accept it."When you come down, you may make some decisions without authorization. "Zhang Zhou said as if he was very rude.

This also surprised several eunuchs.

Before, you were very reluctant, because you were afraid of offending others and afraid of others. I think you are trying to win people's hearts, but now you just say a few words to the emperor, and you accept it so calmly

Zhu Youtang said, "Bingkuan, what do you think should be done with Zhu Hui, the chief culprit?"

Zhang Zhoudao said, "With his performance, he is derelict in his duties." Yes, as for delaying fighter jets, some people may be dissatisfied. With this, he should at least win the title. "

"Not killing is not enough to make the people angry. "Zhu Youtang said aggressively.

Li Rong hurriedly reminded, "Your Majesty, it is unjustifiable to kill a general in front of the battle when he has won a victory. "

"Well" Zhu Youtang looked at him sternly.

Li Rong was also very embarrassed.

This was obviously not what he wanted to say. , with pressure from Xiao Jing and Wei Bin beside him, Li Rong sometimes had to come out as a mature and prudent "just man" to reconcile.

Zhang Zhou said, "I think that depriving him of the title is enough. It frightened Xiao Xiao in the army, and also let the soldiers know that no matter whether the battle is won or lost, they should be brave. It is also because this war did not cause great consequences. If the Tatars were really allowed to plunder people and animals in Ningxia and other places, those who led the troops in fear of war would die without being able to apologize for their sins. ”

“Yeah. ”

Zhu Youtang had the intention of killing Zhu Hui before. After listening to Zhang Zhou’s words, he seemed to be less angry instantly.

This also made Xiao Jing and others relax. Tone.

Killing Zhu Hui is of great importance. Regardless of whether they have a good relationship with Zhu Hui, they feel that doing so will bring chaos to the court.

If they just kill Zhu Hui. Hui was given the title, which was unacceptable before, but now it seems to be a relatively good result.

"Let's confiscate the house. Bingkuan, what do you think? I think Zhu Hui should be given a hard job and be sent to the south to guard the sea frontier, or to the southwest to guard the border. "Zhu Youtang discussed with Zhang Zhou seriously.

Zhang Zhou said, "I should obey your Majesty's will. "

"No, I am discussing with you, but your opinion comes first. Just take my opinion as your reference. "Zhu Youtang said, "The crime of the first culprit should be heavier. As for the others who neglect military affairs, you should deal with them as appropriate. As for Chen Liangjiu, he will not be allowed to return to the capital. He was originally supposed to be left in Yansui to wait for the opportunity to fight. It was an affront to the past shame, but as a result, new grievances were added before the former shame was gone. The capital is so big that it can no longer accommodate such people."

Zhang Zhou suggested, "It would be better to let him stay in Ningxia. "Former captain of the army, I need a few more years of experience."

Zhu Youtang said, "It's up to you. I won't interfere." ”

The monarch and his ministers first discussed the punishment of those who were at fault, and then the rewards for their merits.

Questions about Yang Yiqing, Zhang Xu and others, Zhu Youtang doesn't care, he cares more about Cui Yuan.

"Bingkuan, I have always asked Yongkang to go to your house and ask her to make amends to you. After settling the old suspicion, let Maoren work for you." Zhu Youtang said, "Although I know Yongkang's temperament She is cunning, but I also think that she has no evil intentions and is just a woman's temperament. In fact, I have always thought that Mao Ren's character is good. It is rare that Mao Ren can maintain his normalcy until now after marrying a daughter of the royal family. "

Zhang Zhouyi has known for a long time that Zhu Youtang admires Cui Yuan very much.

In other words, we feel sympathy for each other.

It is also a case of strict wife control. Now Zhu Youtang has walked out of the quagmire. Seeing that your brother-in-law is still struggling in the quagmire, Zhu Youtang wants to help you.

Zhang Zhoudao said, "I also believe that Cui Yuan has a decisive personality, and he treats the sergeants well and dares to challenge authority. He has the demeanor of a general."

"Haha." Zhu Youtang laughed, "It's not as good as you say. His meritorious service is not entirely dependent on you. Give him an errand to stay in the Governor's Mansion, and let him listen to you in the future."

Li Rong reminded, "Your Majesty, the eldest princess seems to be..."

I haven't finished speaking, but it means, have you ignored the existence of Yongkang?

The eldest princess did not say that she would give Zhang Zhou was dressed softly.

Zhu Youtang said, "If this imperial sister listens to me, it will be fine. If not, Cui Yuan will not have to return to the capital recently. He will be given a military position and stay outside. I believe Yongkang will be able to change his gender after a few years."

My sister is not convinced.

I will let my brother-in-law guard the border and fight outside, and let you wait at home as a guard. After a few years of being a widow, you know the consequences of being willful.

Not only Zhang Zhou, but also several eunuchs nearby were thinking, this sister is not a kisser, right?

Why do you think this means that he is better to his brother-in-law than his sister?

Zhang Zhou said, "I will also consider it according to the circumstances."

"There is also Zhijie." Zhu Youtang suddenly remembered something and said, "The Duke of Cheng recently reported that he wanted to My son needs more experience. I know that the Duke of Chengguo wants to cultivate Zhijie and let him play a leading role. After Zhijie returns to the capital, he has few opportunities to make meritorious deeds. Please arrange it for Bingkuan. He has a good temperament and is independent of the world. Yes, maybe he needs some fame and fortune to tie him down."

"Yes." Zhang Zhou nodded.

Perhaps the emperor likes people who have an easy-going personality and don't like to fight with others. Only such people seem to not threaten the imperial power.

The emperor sincerely likes people who do not pursue fame and wealth, and will even take the initiative to give them away.

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