My uncle's name is Zhu Di

Chapter 31
Empress Xu spoke calmly and calmly, not perfunctory or consoling, but from strong self-confidence.Not to mention Zhu Lao Si became the emperor, even if he went to heaven and became the Jade Emperor, he still couldn't ignore Empress Xu's opinion.

These days, Xu Jingchang has also felt the taste. Whether it is Qiu Fu or Zhu Neng, these people were all picked by Xu Da for his son-in-law, and their roots are in Xu's family.

Even Xu Jingchang was wondering why some people wanted to encourage Zhu Gaoxu to kill Xu Huizu. Most likely, it was a matter of kindness and hatred. Get rid of the Xu family as soon as possible to end this matter.

All in all, Empress Xu is also in the same situation as Empress Ma. She belongs to the original shareholder and cannot be shaken by anyone.

Realizing this, Xu Jingchang's mind came alive.

"Auntie, in fact, I came to see you this time not only because I was afraid of court civil and military affairs, but also for the sake of the safety and stability of my eldest cousin and the long-term stability of the Ming Dynasty. It is really not easy for my nephew. .”

Empress Xu smiled, "You're not very old, and you think in the long term. Then tell me, how do you think about it for the sake of the country?"

"Auntie, how do ordinary people live? Have you calculated how much you will spend before going to work in the market?"

Empress Xu frowned slightly, "It seems not?"

Xu Jingchang nodded, "Yes, they are all looking for ways to earn more money, earn more, spend more, and enjoy more. Who doesn't want to live a better life? Unless there is no other way, there is no suitable way, just This is the principle of being able to tighten your belt and barely get by, the so-called living within your means.”

"Placing it on the country is not a problem of living within its means, but that it cannot collect money, the taxation is exhausted, and the country cannot sustain itself. Many times in history books it will be attributed to the extravagance of the king and the rampant corruption of treacherous officials. But in fact, the emperor alone can spend money. How much? Can it really bring the country to its desperation? Except for the best prodigal son like Emperor Sui Yang, I am afraid that no one can do it! In fact, the real problem is that it is getting weaker from top to bottom, and the most important thing is the ability to collect taxes No, what should be paid can’t be collected.”

"I don't even talk about the benefits of commercial taxation. It's good enough just to add a way to get money. Walking on two legs is safer than one leg after all. With the wisdom and martial arts of Emperor Taizu, relying on Tian Fu alone The salt tax can be maintained, and when you come to His Majesty, you will be brave and invincible, and you can work hard to rule and create a prosperous world. But it may not be so when it is passed on to the later emperors. Isn't it just for the long-term consideration of Ming Dynasty to leave a way for future generations!"

Empress Xu couldn't help nodding vigorously when she heard this, and quite agreed, "You're right, in fact, Your Majesty is far inferior to Emperor Taizu. Last time he begged Wang Qin from you, and he sold him for 18 yuan later. Two silvers, he can do anything for a little money now."

Xu Jingchang was surprised, the only one who could afford to spend so much money to buy Wang Qin's life was Qiu Fu.

These days, Qiu Fu thanked the guests behind closed doors and did not come out. Although Xu Jingchang had guessed, he was confirmed by his aunt.

Zhu Di took Wang Qin's dog's life and asked Qiu Fu to spit out the embezzled money, and then shut himself at home and thought about his mistakes.

Xu Jingchang is also not good at judging the right or wrong of this matter, but he seems to understand a little bit why Zhu Neng would show his favor to him... The situation in this court situation is a bit deep.

"Auntie, where is King Han? How is he?" Xu Jingchang said casually.

Empress Xu sighed heavily, "It's not a good thing you did. The mistake of the year name caused His Majesty to beat him twenty boards, which almost killed him."

"Twenty boards? No way, I think the second cousin is quite strong."

Empress Xu said sullenly, "I also hit [-] boards."

Xu Jingchang was speechless for a moment. Ganqing is a mixed doubles match between a couple.Zhu Gaoxu is still alive, and he can be regarded as copper-skinned and iron-framed.

By the way, he went to deal with the matter of Duoyan Sanwei later, it seems that it has not been a few days.

Looking at it this way, anyone who offends him will have no good end.

His record is still terrible.

"Auntie, it is logically inappropriate for me to say this, but I also dare to say that the second cousin is also your direct son, and the Tian family sets an example for all people, so we should be kind. Besides, I see that the second cousin is just He's a bit taller, and his nature isn't bad. Just don't let some Xiaoxiao take advantage of his arrogance."

Empress Xu smiled, "You really value family affection, don't you think you're acting with me?"

Xu Jingchang said honestly: "If I were an ordinary person, I wouldn't talk nonsense. But after all, the second cousin is His Royal Highness with a noble status, and I don't want him to keep hating me. If my aunt can help resolve one or two, my nephew Grateful."

Empress Xu thought for a while, then suddenly smiled and said, "Nephew, what do you think of this, I will tell King Han to bring someone to protect you, how about it?"

"No way!" Xu Jingchang's expression changed with fright, "Auntie, you can't harm others. With my current relationship with the King of Han, he's impatient. He cut me off with one knife, and you won't have a nephew."

Empress Xu frowned, "It's not like... your uncle still has his son Xu Qin!"

Xu Jingchang immediately widened his eyes, this aunt is unreliable!

Empress Xu also smiled and said, "I'm not kidding you. In fact, I have thought about what you said, but King Han grew up in the army since he was a child. It was difficult for him to come down after four years. These people were born and died with him. Now gather Those around him all want to take advantage of him and make a contribution from the dragon. To be honest, as a mother, I also feel pitiful for that child, and he doesn't even have a real friend. "

Empress Xu's eyes were filled with tears, "As a parent, you must have a bowl of water. The eldest is kind and respectful, and can inherit the rule. The second is brave and good at fighting. He is also a good child, but he should not have been born in an emperor's family... My Nephew, if you can make him give up the idea of ​​seizing the heir and live a good life, aunt will be grateful to you."

Xu Jingchang scratched his head, "Auntie, it's not that I don't want to help, but I don't know how to persuade the King of Han, and what's worse is that he may not listen to me. We hate each other, and I'm really afraid that he will make fun of me. One knife."

Empress Xu snorted: "You don't have to worry about that. I'm still here. Even if you give him the courage, he won't dare. How about this? Now, if you make a tax payment, the heavens will be angry and the people will complain. I will send King Han to protect you. He is here to protect you." , no one dares to attack you. As for whether the two of you can reconcile, and whether he will give up the idea of ​​seizing the throne, let's take our time and don't worry. That's it. Let’s talk about the business tax.”

Empress Xu didn't give Xu Jingchang time to talk nonsense, and sent him away directly.

Xu Jingchang returned to the Department of General Administration with anxiety.

To his surprise, Zhu Yong was waiting here. This kid got a shiny armor from somewhere, and even got a Yanling Saber. He stood there quite majestic.

"I will meet the general envoy at the end."

The voice is also very loud, except for the small stature, there are no other problems.

"By the way, can you beat Han Wang Zhu Gaoxu?" Xu Jingchang asked casually.

"Yes!" Zhu Yong immediately replied, "But there is one condition."

"What conditions?"

"That is to wait another five years."

"Five years?" Xu Jingchang's eyes widened.

Zhu Yong said simply: "I'm only thirteen now, and after five years, I might be able to beat the King of Han down."

Xu Jingchang was speechless, "It's hard to say whether I can live to five years."

A few days later, Han Wang Zhu Gaoxu really brought a few guards and swaggered to the Secretary of General Administration. He didn't speak, and stood directly behind Xu Jingchang.

A face as dark as the bottom of a pot, Zhu Yong saw it, although he was much younger than Zhu Gaoxu, he still resolutely stood on the other side of Xu Jingchang.

"With you, a pair of crouching dragon and phoenix chicks, it's not only a peaceful place to sit and sleep, but it can also be said that you have trouble sleeping and eating."

This morning Xu Jingchang always felt that Zhu Gaoxu wanted to kill him all the time.

Fortunately, in the afternoon, Zheng He came and told Xu Jingchang that some officials had impeached him for violating the precepts of his ancestors, and he would be sentenced to death on the charge of treason and immorality.

Hearing this, Xu Jingchang danced excitedly.

"Great, someone finally impeached me, hurry up and enter the palace!"

Xu Jingchang entered the palace in a hurry, Zhu Gaoxu followed closely, and Zhu Yong followed, but when he arrived at Zuoshunmen, this child was only a thousand households, so he was not qualified to enter, so he was so angry that he jumped on the spot and yelled at him, and let the palace officials The guard eunuch pulled aside and taught him etiquette.

Xu Jingchang and Zhu Gaoxu entered the hall one after the other, and there were already quite a few officials here.

Emperor Taizu allowed officials to carry local products without taxation, but the current Jubaomen tax card has to be collected. What is the reason for this?
"Your Majesty is extremely filial. How can you keep a treacherous minister who openly violated the precepts of the ancestors?"

Facing a pair of fierce eyes, Xu Jingchang shouted for injustice.

"Your Majesty, I dare not go against the precepts of my ancestors. I have carefully considered the emperor's intentions. Allowing all officials to bring local products is because all industries were in decline at the beginning of the country. Bringing local products to Beijing will enrich the market and provide officials with some income. It is a good government that benefits both the government and the people, and all the ministers admire the wisdom of Emperor Taizu."

Xu Jingchang sighed: "Nowadays, part of the money collected from the Jubaomen tax card has to be given to the officials in Beijing to subsidize their living. How can this violate the ancestral precepts of Emperor Taizu!"

(End of this chapter)