Daming Yuanfu

Chapter 1405

What is the sincerity of Concubine Zheng Huanggui?According to what Concubine Zheng Huanggui said to Zhang Cheng in the palace, then this sincerity is: "We must teach the three generations of Prince Baoshen and Wang Ergong to be rich and respected. Thought to support."

However, Zhang Cheng felt that this was the proper meaning of the question. If it was only so, it might not be enough to satisfy the appetite of "Shen and Wang".

Especially today's meeting with Wang Xijue did not seem to be very successful. Wang Xijue gave him the feeling that he was quite difficult to talk about. In his eyes, the two "sincerity" of the imperial concubine and empress may mean "saying is equal to not saying". .

The so-called "must teach the prince Baoshen and Wang Ergong to be rich and respected" probably means that Shen Shixing, Wang Xijue and their descendants can all be cared for by "His Royal Highness the Prince".But, let alone what Shen Shixing and Wang Xijue thought, even Zhang Cheng felt that these words were meaningless.

Both Shen Shixing and Wang Xijue are elders, as long as nothing happens to them, the "wealth and honor" in this life is basically considered to be at its peak, and there is no need for further wealth and honor-these two will not lead the army No matter how you look at it, it's not up to them to do things like war, and civil servants canonization.

As for the two generations of their descendants, theoretically it is possible for "His Royal Highness" to take care of them in the future, but "His Royal Highness" is still in his infancy (Zhu Changxun was born in February of the 14th year of Wanli, less than two years old at this time), some It's too early to tell.

According to the premature death rate of children in this era, even if it is the premature death rate of Tianjia children, whether they can grow up healthily or not, at least they will not be able to see some clues until they are six or seven years old.

Even six or seven years old is not completely reliable, it depends on whether the child is usually strong or not.For example, when the first emperor Mu Miao was young, many people were afraid of him. The reason was that he was often sick when he was young. Even if it was just a headache, cold and runny nose, if it happened too often, it also showed that his physique was not strong enough.

Although Mu Miao survived to the end among his brothers, but...he just collapsed in his prime, which shows that the physical condition of a child does have an impact on his adulthood.

But having said that, Zhu Changxun, the third son of the emperor, seems to be very healthy now (the second son of the emperor has died), but the eldest son of the emperor is sick every now and then, which is worrying.

Assuming that Zhu Changxun, the third son of the emperor, can live a long life, but whether he can take care of the two generations of "Shen and Wang Ergong" is not up to him alone-first of all, the current emperor has the final say.If the Holy One lived well, what would happen if he was as imperial as Sejong for more than 40 years?How can there be any chance for "His Royal Highness" to take care of him?When he succeeds to the throne, the grandsons of "Shen and Wang Ergong" will soon become grandpas.

For example, Shen Yongmao, the son of Shen Shixing, was born in Jiajing in 39 years. He is already twenty-eight years old this year, and his son has already started school. Will he be a grandfather after 30 years?

Another example is Wang Heng, the son of Wang Xijue, who was born in Jiajing in 41. He is already twenty-six years old this year. He is only one year older than Gao Yushi, but his son has... died two times in a row.

By the way, Wang Mingyu, the eldest son of Wang Xijue's eldest son, Wang Heng, had made an appointment with Shen Shixing's eldest granddaughter. Unfortunately, this baby was not very lucky, and died at only a few years old.

So this matter made Shen Shixing very embarrassed - his eldest granddaughter was only a little girl of a few years old, and she was still innocent, and she was called "widow" or even "Kefu", which was really too cruel.But he, Shen Shixing, was the chief assistant of the Ming Dynasty who was born as the No. [-] scholar. If he took the lead and disobeyed the etiquette, he would inevitably be worried that people's words would be fearsome. It was really a dilemma.

Fortunately, Wang Xijue was very loyal, and instructed his son Wang Heng to write a letter of divorce to Shen Yongmao in the name of his future father-in-law, and asked Shen Yongmao to sign and draw a deposit, so that the two parties "get together and break up".

Wang Heng wrote this letter very provocatively, emphasizing the friendship between the two families as much as Mount Tai. It's a pity that his son's fortune is poor and he can't bear it, but this is not the fault of Shen's young lady anyway.

In his letter of divorce, he even advised Mrs. Shen to "come out of the palace with a perfect jade", and not to stick to common etiquette, so as not to "create another evil" for her son... In short, he is very sincere.

On the other hand, Shen Yongmao hesitated for two months, and then he signed it coyly (in Daming, the letter of divorce does not take effect after the man writes it, there are many detailed rules), but regarding his daughter's marriage, he is now On the contrary, I dare not make a decision so early.For Wang Heng's persuasion, he neither agreed nor refused, just pretending that he didn't see it.

In short, Shen and Wang Ergong counted the age of their descendants, once they live a long life today, they can't count on "His Royal Highness" anyway.Concubine Zheng's promise sounds good, but in fact it is probably not very useful - at least for now, apart from the occasional "foot disease", the Holy Majesty is basically free from illness and disaster, and I really don't see any "unbearable words" change" signs.

The second sincerity of Concubine Zheng Huanggui is actually not worth mentioning.It's not that it's completely useless, after all, once the proposal of "Shen and Wang Ergong" has a very favored imperial concubine in the palace, the probability of the emperor agreeing will be much higher, but since everyone wants to form an alliance, this Isn't it what it should have been?
Therefore, Zhang Cheng and Zhang Bingbi thought it over and over again, and felt that there must be some benefits to be able to speak.

He smiled slightly and said to Shen Shixing: "Emperor Zheng said that as long as the two elders support the third son of the emperor to be in the East Palace, he will teach the prince to protect the wealth and honor of the second prince and three generations in the future. In the future, the second prince will have suggestions, and the noble concubine Zheng will They will also make side attacks in the palace, thinking that it will be countermeasures."

He paused, slowed down his speech, and emphasized his tone: "No matter what kind of suggestions, Zheng Huangguifei will do her best to support and urge the emperor to agree."

Shen Shixing's eyes flashed, but he didn't reply immediately. On the contrary, Wang Xijue asked indifferently: "Oh? If the Ministry of the cabinet objects to Gao Rixin's act of gathering wealth and power this time, I wonder if the imperial concubine can persuade the emperor to veto this move?" meeting?"

Zhang Cheng frowned slightly, and said: "Ability and inability are not static. If the two of you and the imperial concubine and empress are trying to force each other, our family feels that even if the emperor does not veto it in the end, at least he will pay more attention to this matter. In case If things go wrong in the future, the responsibility on Gao Situ's shoulders... will always be greater? Do you think this is the reason?"

Wang Xijue snorted softly: "If everything in the world is as light and easy as Zhang Gong said, Yuan Fu and this cabinet would not have to work so hard."

Zhang Cheng frowned slightly, but didn't say much, just looked at Shen Shixing.

Shen Shixing let out a breath of turbid air quietly, and said calmly as usual: "Mr. Zhang, you should know that things are unusual. Once you change your original intention, it will be difficult to turn back. If brother Yuanyu and I agree so easily, the imperial concubine and empress will see the big deal in the future. However, since the momentum of Practical Learning has already been established, it is difficult to shake it lightly, so I simply watched from the sidelines... Then how should the two of us explain to the world's mind-learning people? Please also ask Mr. Zhang to teach me."

Zhang Cheng said displeased: "Our family... and the imperial concubine and empress are such people who do not believe what they say?"

Shen Shixing was not a three-year-old child, he would take it seriously when he heard a "guarantee", so he just smiled, but refused to speak any more.

Zhang Cheng frowned deeply, looked at Shen Shixing, then at Wang Xijue, breathed out a foul breath, and said helplessly, "Since that's the case, what do you two mean?"

Shen Shixing didn't open his mouth on purpose, but Wang Xijue knew his intentions, so he took the initiative to say: "It's just that what Mr. Zhang said is right. There are some big things, whether you can or can't be fixed. Although the imperial concubine is honored and favored in the harem, Gao Rixin is also An ordinary person, but after all, the imperial concubine is a concubine in the harem, while Gao Rixin is a minister of the court. The emperor is naturally more willing to listen to Gao Rixin's words above all affairs of the court. If I force the imperial concubine to veto Gao Rixin with one word Nissin's proposal to consolidate financial power may be a bit over the top."

Zhang Cheng breathed a sigh of relief, while Wang Xijue continued: "However, just as Yuan Fu said just now, if the imperial concubine only had such light words, it would be difficult for him and me to explain to the people of insight in the world, so... ...Don't Mr. Zhang think that the imperial concubine should first show her sincerity and influence on the emperor in other matters?"

Zhang Cheng was silent for a while, and then asked, "For example?"

"For example?" Wang Xijue smiled slightly: "For example, there are a lot of unjust, false and wrong cases in the Beijing inspection, especially in the southern inspection. Hai Gangfeng even acted recklessly, belittling officials who did not meet his wishes, and the emperor deceived him. There are many relegations. If the imperial concubine can help, Yuanfu and I will be able to test the tone of the officials... I don't know what Zhang Gong thinks?"

Zhang Cheng was a little bit embarrassed, hesitatingly said: "But these are all judged by the emperor, and the holy will has just been issued not long ago, if you want to reverse the case immediately, it will be difficult for someone to force you."

Wang Xijue snorted softly: "If it's something more ordinary, Yuanfu and I can handle it without breaking a sweat, so why would the imperial concubine help me out? Mr. Zhang, with all due respect, if the imperial concubine saves several Even the relegated officials find it difficult, so if she wants to send her son to the East Palace, it will be even more difficult, so I have no choice but to advise: stop earlier."

Zhang Cheng was at a loss for words.

Speaking of which, he also felt that although Wang Xijue's words were a bit harsh, the truth was indeed the same.The imperial concubine wanted to send her son, who was not the eldest son of the emperor, into the East Palace. It was such a big deal and the pressure she had to face. Thinking about it, she knew how difficult it was.If she can't handle just rescuing a few small officials right now, then why should she think about the position reserve, it's better to die as soon as possible.At the very least, relying on the emperor's favor, she will never lose her wealth and honor for the rest of her life.

Shen Shixing had excellent eyesight, seeing that Zhang Cheng was moved, he added: "There is one more thing, Zhang Gong can talk to the imperial concubine."

Zhang Chengxin said: This first thing is already very difficult, why do you still have one more thing?

But obviously he couldn't say that, so he could only force a smile and asked, "Is there anything else that Unknown Yuanfu wants to say?"

Shen Shixing said: "The situation in the nine borders is probably not as black and white as described in the document. The situation in different places is different. For example, in the early years of Xuanda, there were many private affairs with the Mongols. We are among the people in the court. I am not ignorant of this, but I just consider that Zhubian towns have their own difficulties, as long as the defense is strengthened and the divisions are properly divided, some things will pass by turning a blind eye.

However, the matter of Li Yincheng in Liaodong was used to make a big fuss, and they said everything... I think about it, Li Yincheng has guarded the bitter cold land in Liaodong for more than [-] years, and there is no lack of credit.Now Liaodong's defense can be said to be rock-solid, especially in the Liaoxi garrison where he is mainly operating, the Mongol Tartars rarely dare to attack, and this is where his meritorious service lies.It is also because of this that he was able to confer the title of Uncle Ning Yuan, the crown of Marshal martial arts for decades.

Such a general of the imperial court and a pillar of the country, why do people always want to do things that hurt their loved ones and make their enemies happy, and get rid of them and then hurry up?Could it be that this place in Liaodong has become a forbidden area since someone has been there, and no outsiders can be allowed to touch it anymore? "

After Zhang Cheng heard this, his face was filled with righteous indignation, he slapped the armrest of the chair, and said angrily: "This is unreasonable! The world is the emperor's world, how can you allow others to regard a certain place as a forbidden place? , This is something that everyone knows. Even if he really sells people privately, it must be an expedient measure under the ever-changing circumstances, how can it be so simple!"

Although Zhang Bingbi's words are sweet, but Shen Shixing and Wang Xijue are so experienced, knowing that he didn't make any guarantee at all, they couldn't help but secretly despise: This little trick is also used to show off in front of the two of us?It's really a class with an ax and an inscription in the Confucius Temple.

Shen Shixing was more tolerant, just watching quietly, but Wang Xijue couldn't help but smiled, raised his eyebrows and asked: "Since Zhang Gong saw through the tricks at a glance, I don't know Zhang Gong... and even the imperial concubine, what can I do about it?" What is the intention to set things right?"

"Uh, this..." Zhang Cheng coughed lightly, pretending to be pondering, touched his bare chin, and said, "Our family is the supervisor of ceremonies, and it's not that we don't talk about such things. It’s just that it’s inconvenient to bring up this matter casually, lest the emperor be suspicious.”

He paused, and seeing that neither Shen Shixing nor Wang Xijue wanted to interrupt, he could only continue to bite the bullet and say: "As for the imperial concubine, you two also know that the country has its own laws, and it is inconvenient to mention it on your own initiative. Even if Given the opportunity, I can only adapt to the situation and calmly use one or two seemingly casual words to influence the emperor... Therefore, the problem now is not that the imperial concubine and our family are unwilling to help, but that there must be someone first. opportunity."

Zhang Cheng's words sounded like an excuse, but Shen Shixing and Wang Xijue nodded secretly in their hearts, knowing that what he said was much more reliable and sincere than being careless.

As a harem concubine, imperial concubines of course cannot interfere in politics. This is the dead rule of the Ming Dynasty.Even when the emperor was young and the two palaces were regents, they never saw the two palaces bypassing the emperor and directly ordering the outer court to do anything.As for various government affairs, the two palaces never take the initiative to express their views, and they only reply in the name of the emperor after the cabinet reports.

Now that the emperor has long been in charge, and the imperial concubine is not in the second palace, it is even more impossible to take the initiative to mention political affairs.

As for Zhang Cheng, although he is also the chief inspector of ceremonies, he still has Huang Mengyu and Chen Ju on his head, so he naturally dare not take the initiative to tell the emperor what should be done about something—don’t talk about him, just look at Huang Meng Yu and Chen Ju knew that if the emperor didn't take the initiative to ask, neither of them dared to express their opinions on something by themselves.

Shen Shixing felt that Zhang Cheng's words were a bit measured, and it wasn't considered a deliberate evasion, so he nodded slightly and said: "The opportunity will come soon, I just hope that the imperial concubine and Zhang Gong are prepared in their hearts, so don't miss it." That's good."

Zhang Cheng's heart moved, he knew that this was the first condition set out by the Heart School, if he and Concubine Zheng couldn't meet it, there would be no mention of the next thing.

This, I'm afraid it's a nomination certificate.
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