The eldest grandson of Emperor Ming Dynasty!

Chapter 270 Arrangements for Sapphire
"Maybe it's a good thing that big brother comes back."

At this moment, Zhu Yunwen had intertwined emotions in his eyes.

There is resentment, disappointment, anger, and unwillingness.

In the dream, he finally became the emperor, but within a few years, he was forced to step down from the throne.

"Fourth Uncle, it's disgusting. Even in your dreams, you have to fight against me."

After a long time, Zhu Yunwen sighed, feeling a little helpless in the end.

"It's good like this. Eldest brother will definitely not be like me when he becomes emperor."

At this time, Zhu Yunqi seemed to have been reborn, and the decadence on his face disappeared.

As soon as Zhu Ying returned to Kunning Palace, he was called out by the old man.

"Dasun, look, this Lanyu really doesn't know what to do. He dared to beat the Minister of the Ministry of Officials openly, and even surrounded the Minister of the Ministry of Officials, preventing him from having a chance to perform."

"Audacity!"

Before Zhu Ying could figure out the situation, the old man said directly.

Jiang Yu next to him, under Zhu Yuanzhang's signal, introduced to Zhu Ying that Lan Yu led people to Zhan Hui's mansion and forcibly beat him.

"Is Shangshu Zhan all right?"

Zhu Ying was speechless when she heard the news.

This behavior can only be said to be too rampant.

"Even if this guy is a bit serious, when he started, he still kept his hand, otherwise Zhan Shangshu can endure a few times, I'm afraid his old life will be explained."

"It's just that he doesn't take Da Ming's law seriously for such behavior. We reprimanded him many times before, but I didn't expect this fellow to not repent and dare to continue to do so."

"This is the capital. Let's look at this sapphire. It doesn't take us seriously anymore."

Zhu Yuanzhang continued.

He was really angry about this matter. Here in the capital, with Jinyiwei densely populated, even the smallest Beijing official is under the surveillance of Jinyiwei.

Not to mention key surveillance targets like Sapphire.

It can be said that the ins and outs of this matter have already been known to Zhu Yuanzhang very clearly.

Zhu Ying frowned slightly when she heard this, and began to think about how to deal with this matter.

It is very troublesome to deal with Sapphire.

First of all, to maintain the dignity of the Ming law, punishment is definitely indispensable, but this speed must be grasped.

It should not make Lan Yu and others too sad because of this, and at the same time, it should not make Zhan Hui feel cold.

Seeing Dasun thinking about it, Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Liu He and waved his hands.

Liu He understood immediately, and retreated together with Jiang Yu and many court ladies and officials, and closed the door.

After everyone left, only the grandfather and grandson were in the house, Zhu Yuanzhang said:
"Dasun, I have to tell you a truth. When we are emperors, we must be ruthless. We also know that Sapphire has a close relationship with you, and during this period of time, especially in the army, you have given Dasun Great support."

"But Dasun, you have to understand. Let's put it bluntly. From the very beginning, Lan Yu never questioned Dasun's identity. You know that."

Zhu Ying replied, "Grandson understands."

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and continued: "Don't underestimate Lan Yu, grandson. We are also very wary of him. At present, the old guys in Huaixi are very supportive of him. In the past two years, he Another great achievement.”

"Let's tell Dasun plainly, if Dasun doesn't come back, at the latest early next year, we have to get rid of them."

"If we hadn't seen him being extremely loyal to your father back then, this guy wouldn't be alive today."

"Now for Dasunli, let's look at it. In terms of loyalty, I really don't know what to do."

Hearing the old man's instruction, Zhu Ying pondered for a while and said: "Don't worry, grandpa, my grandson has also thought about these things, and now my grandson's idea is to transfer Huaixi and other nobles to the Department of Public Security develop."

"Join the military academy and train new soldiers to replace these vacancies."

With the old man's heart-to-heart confession, Zhu Ying didn't hesitate, and directly said what was in his heart.

It is said that the emperor is lonely, which is true.

For Sapphire, more aspects are cooperation in interests.

Just like Lan Yu had always recognized Zhu Ying as Zhu Xiongying from the very beginning, because only Zhu Ying was Zhu Xiongying, this would be in the interests of Lan Yu and other Huaixi generals group.

"Then how will Dasun plan to arrange this matter." Zhu Yuanzhang was very satisfied when he heard this.

Too simple and naive is not a good material for the emperor, it will only be manipulated by the officials.

Zhu Ying replied: "Currently, there has always been a vacancy for the candidate for the Chief Superintendent of the Department of Public Security. With this incident, Sun Er plans to transfer him to the post of Chief Superintendent of the Public Security Department."

"Nowadays, all the officials in the court think that the Public Security Department is like the Five Cities Army and Horse Department. It is basically the work of government servants, and they don't pay much attention to it. It's just that veterans retire, which has some influence."

"The transfer in this way has taken good care of Zhan Shangshu's face, and on Lanyu's side, his grandson will also comfort him. It doesn't take long before he comes to explain this to his grandson."

Upon hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and said: "This method is not bad, and this time it also solves the problem among the generals."

"Okay, it's settled like that."

"Over there at the Gunpowder Department, how does your grandson see it?"

Zhu Ying heard the old man ask about the Gunpowder Department, and replied: "Grandpa, just rest assured, the Gunpowder Department now has more than 3000 matchlock guns in stock, and my grandson has ordered people to be transferred to Xuanjiawei to use them."

"Just practice for a period of time, and then you can put it into actual combat, and then follow the army and go to Shaanxi to rehabilitate."

Zhu Yuanzhang said quite excitedly: "Okay, let's take a good look at it then, how powerful this matchlock gun is. If it can show its power, why should we worry about not being strong?"

Zhu Ying smiled and said, "Grandpa, please be careful."

For the matchlock gun, Zhu Ying has great confidence.

This rehabilitation can be said to be the first change in the form of war since ancient times. This is already the prototype of the rifle of later generations.

The most obvious thing is that he has greatly narrowed the gap between ordinary soldiers and elite soldiers.

Whether it is a crossbowman or a cavalry, a lot of drills and exercises are required, and there are also very high requirements for physical fitness.

Relatively speaking, matchlock guns are cheaper to manufacture and faster to train.

The main reason why Zhu Ying wants to promote training similar to the military training of later generations is discipline and obedience.

As for arquebus training, it doesn't even take a month for a fire commander with a little foundation to become a qualified fire commander.

Based on the current output of the Gunpowder Division and its ever-expanding scale, it is conceivable that Zhu Ying will be able to get a fire commanding regiment of ten thousand people when he attacks Japan in the spring of next year.

After chatting with the old man, Zhu Ying went back to Kunning Palace.

At this time, there was already a young man in his early twenties waiting in Kunning Palace for a long time.

This person is Geng Xuan, the son of Geng Bingwen, Marquis of Changxing.

Prior to this, this marriage contract was arranged by Mrs. Lu.

Zhu Mingyue, including Zhu Yunxie, didn't have much ill feeling towards the Lu family.

There is inevitably some estrangement between the stepmothers, but overall it is not bad.

Geng Xuan's reputation is not bad, Zhu Mingyue begged her elder brother, just wanted to see her future husband in advance, and whether he was satisfied.

Geng Xuan sat alone in the courtyard of Kunning Palace, feeling a little uneasy.

Geng Xuan was actually no stranger to the imperial palace.

One must know that his father, Geng Bingwen, is truly a top-notch noble in terms of today's Ming Dynasty.

Although Geng Bingwen didn't confer the title of Duke, he only conferred the title of Marquis.

But this does not mean that Geng Bingwen's prestige in the army is low.

You must know that in the early years of the founding of the Ming Dynasty, when the heroes were ranked in the third year of Hongwu, Geng Bingwen made great contributions in guarding Changxing, and he was the same as Xu Da as a first-class hero.

When Geng Bingwen was made Marquis of Changxing, Lan Yu was only a commander when the official worshiped the general. Compared with the first-class hero Geng Bingwen, the difference was not a star and a half.

Even now, Lan Yu has become the leader of Huaixi military general Xungui Group, but she still respects Geng Bingwen very much.

After all, this is an existence comparable to his brother-in-law Chang Yuchun.

Geng Xuan's reputation is not obvious, but as the eldest son of Geng Bingwen, as far as the capital is concerned, regardless of the royal family, he is definitely a first-class noble.

It's just that she is about the same as her father, Geng Xuan looks a bit old-fashioned, maybe because of her father, her appearance can only be regarded as average.

Zhu Mingyue, who hid behind the door to check it out, was obviously a little disappointed.

In her heart, her husband should be like a big brother, imposing and extraordinary.

Looking at it now, it can't be said to be bad, but it is somewhat different from the imagination in my heart.

Seeing that her sister seemed a little unhappy, Zhu Yunxi couldn't help saying: "Sister, I look pretty good, but she is a steady person."

Zhu Mingyue said helplessly: "Steady is steady, but it might be too boring. You see, he has been there for half a stick of incense, and the teacup on the table has not been touched. He is as stupid as a piece of wood. .”

Zhu Yunxi looked hesitantly at Geng Xuan, who was calmer, and didn't know what to say. He hesitated and said: "Sister, this is already very good. I heard that those who like sweet words are the most fond of deceiving people."

"If you really want to marry such a person, you may be so sad in the future. I think it's good to be like this, honest and responsible. In the future, when my sister marries, she will be the master at home."

Zhu Mingyue listened and felt that there was some truth.

Taking a closer look at Geng Xuan again, I immediately felt that everyone was so annoying.

At this time, Zhu Ying just came back.

"Minister Geng Xuan pays homage to His Royal Highness the eldest grandson."

Geng Xuan paid homage hastily, and at the same time felt a little uneasy, not knowing why His Royal Highness Changsun called him over.

Zhu Ying smiled and said, "Sit down, don't be restrained."

"The minister obeys the order."

Geng Xuan sat down on the stone bench after His Royal Highness the eldest grandson took his seat, and he only sat halfway.

Geng Xuan's current position is not high, although his father Geng Bingwen is a general, but he is currently only the former military governor's mansion, the five armies and ten guards of the army.

"I have nothing else to do when I call you here this time, I just want to have a chat with you."

"Do you know that in Shaanxi, there are people who have rebelled and proclaimed themselves emperor?"

Zhu Ying said casually.

Geng Xuan didn't dare to be negligent, and quickly said: "I know."

Zhu Ying continued, "Marquis Changxing followed Zhongshan King to conquer Shaanxi and defeated Li Siqi and Zhang Sidao. Afterwards, he served as the left chancellor of Qin Wangfu and the right minister of Shaanxi province, guarding Shaanxi for more than [-] years."

"A few months ago, the demon rebellion in Huizhou, Shaanxi was evaluated again. I have a clear understanding of the situation in Shaanxi."

"Now the Marquis of Changxing is in Shaanxi, so I invite you to come over and ask, to see what you think about the current situation in Shaanxi."

Hearing this, Geng Xuan began to form words in her heart.

As the eldest son, he has followed his father to live a military career since he became sensible. It can be said that he grew up in Shaanxi.

This time I came to the capital because of the death of the prince Zhu Biao, and condolences on behalf of my father.

Following Geng Xuan's narration, Zhu Ying knew a lot about the current situation in Shaanxi.

First of all, today's Shaanxi in Ming Dynasty includes Gansu.

Geng Bingwen guards Shaanxi, strictly speaking, he guards Gansu.

The geographical location of Gansu is very important. The west is the remnants of the Chagatai Khanate, which are also Mongols, and the south is Tibet. Although the religious leaders of Tibet have now belonged to Ming Dynasty.

But after all, it was not the area under the direct jurisdiction of the Ming Dynasty. From time to time, some anti-Ming forces colluded with the Mongols and invaded Gansu.

Moreover, there are different cultures and many ethnic groups, and the situation of the local indigenous population is also extremely complicated.

Garrison is also a hassle.

Most parts of Gansu have a temperate continental climate and a plateau mountain climate, with very little precipitation, and most areas are not conducive to agricultural production.

Only the narrow Hexi Corridor, relying on the meltwater from the glaciers of the Qilian Mountains, can be used for farming.

Therefore, the garrison can only be deployed in the Hexi Corridor in the form of a long snake.

This way of garrisoning troops is extremely easy to be intercepted by the flexible Mongolian cavalry during wartime, leading to the collapse of the entire Gansu army.

And Tian Jiucheng and others took advantage of Geng Bingwen's pacification of Huizhou, hooked up with the Mongols, and took the opportunity to make trouble.

At this time, Gansu is being threatened by Mongolia and Tibet.

Even after knowing the news of Tian Jiucheng's uprising, Geng Bingwen could only return to defend Gansu.

Originally, Zhu Ying was just planning to have a casual chat with Geng Xuan, but she didn't expect to know so much useful information, which was an unexpected gain.

After all, there are some things, judging from the memorial, and listening to people directly tell them are completely different things.

After some exchanges, Zhu Ying didn't stay any longer and let Geng Xuan leave.

After Geng Xuan left, Zhu Ying smiled and asked Zhu Mingyue who came over: "I have watched and listened to it for so long, I don't know how Mingyue feels."

When Zhu Mingyue heard this, she immediately lowered her head in shame.

But he still said softly: "But it's up to the elder brother to make the decision."

Hearing this, Zhu Ying smiled, and immediately understood that Mingyue was satisfied with Geng Xuan.

As for the participation of Zhu Yunxi in the process, he didn't know.

After all, this matter can be considered settled.

And at this time, Guo Zhong, the eunuch of Bingbi, came to report, and Lan Yu, the Duke of Liang, came to see him.

(End of this chapter)