Daming: Old Zhu, we agreed not to rush!

Chapter 266 Dilemma Zhu Yuanzhang

On Zhu Yu's side, because he had reported to Zhu Yuanzhang, he didn't go to the main hall, and he was wholeheartedly preparing for the soap business.

But it still takes time to make soap, so Zhu Xi can only wait.

Looking at the rows of soaps waiting to dry on the shelves, Zhu Xi felt uneasy.

He has no idea about his own business.

Because since he was a child, he never succeeded in doing something seriously.

But this time it's a little different, it's Su Jing's guidance.

"It will definitely succeed! Mr. Su is so powerful, there is no reason to fail!"

Zhu Xi cheered himself up, flipping through the documents in his hand.

These are market research reports. According to Su Jing's instruction, Zhu Wei sent people to find out the types of spices that high-ranking officials and nobles like most in the market, as well as the types of embroidery on the cloth in the tailor's shop.

Only by knowing yourself and the enemy in business can you win every battle.

And at this time in Fengxian Hall.

Zhu Yuanzhang was asking what Zhu Yan had learned from Su Jing.

"The so-called third child, what Su Jing taught you is this dialectics of materialism?"

Zhu Yuanzhang frowned, not quite understanding.

It is not the first time he has heard of materialist dialectics. Before that, Zhu Biao or Mu Ying both mentioned Su Jing's teaching content to him.

Zhu Yuanzhang was able to win the Ming Dynasty, naturally he had his own philosophy, or the theory was linked to practice.

Under such circumstances, it is actually very difficult for Zhu Yuanzhang to accept a new method of philosophical speculation.

If Marx himself came to explain materialist dialectics to Zhu Yuanzhang, Zhu Yuanzhang would probably be able to understand and accept it.

But it’s just a retelling, and I have experienced two retellings. In Zhu Yuanzhang’s case, it can only be said that there are some things, but not many.

"Yes, father, my son thinks that this materialist dialectics is a method of speculation, and it has an extraordinary effect on seeing the essence of things and phenomena. I can't think of any words to describe Mr. Su's wisdom."

Zhu Yan said to Zhu Yuanzhang.

Previously, the understanding of Su Jing was limited to a few words, or other people's descriptions.

The meeting on the Mid-Autumn Festival, although seeing Su Jing and taking classes, did shock Zhu Yan, but it did not reach the current level.

At this moment, after Zhu Yan learned materialist dialectics, he only felt that his vision of understanding the world had changed.

This kind of thinking is even comparable to Cheng Zhu Neo Confucianism.

Zhu Yuanzhang's expression didn't change much, he just said indifferently: "Did Su Jing say so much about the policy of emphasizing agriculture and suppressing business? Did you say anything about improving it?"

Zhu Yuanzhang really didn't care that much about ideological matters.

What he is more concerned about is the example Su Jing gave, the Ming Dynasty, that is, the policy of emphasizing agriculture and suppressing business that he advocated.

According to Su Jing, if the Ming Dynasty has been implementing the policy of emphasizing agriculture and suppressing commerce, it will inevitably lead to the intensification of land annexation.

In Su Jing's previous theory of dynasty collapse, land annexation is one of the most important reasons for a dynasty's demise.

Therefore, Zhu Yuanzhang was actually a little nervous in his heart.

He obviously chose the policy of emphasizing agriculture and suppressing commerce for the sake of Daming, but unexpectedly, it accelerated Daming's demise.

Zhu Yuanzhang could not accept such a thing.

But at this moment in front of Zhu Yan, he didn't show any strangeness, he just asked calmly.

"No, Mr. Su only pointed out the consequences and harms of emphasizing agriculture and suppressing business, but did not give a solution."

Zhu Wei replied: "I believe that according to the materialist dialectics Mr. Su said, the policy of emphasizing agriculture and suppressing commerce is beneficial to Ming Dynasty at present, but in the long run, it may not be so."

"When the national strength of the Ming Dynasty is restored and the people are at peace, Emperor Father may consider whether to change the ban on merchants."

Regarding his father Zhu Yuanzhang's still indifferent attitude, Zhu Yan was puzzled at first, but he understood after thinking about it.

His own father went from having nothing to conquering the great Ming Dynasty.

The consequences of emphasizing agriculture and suppressing business may be very shocking news to me, but to my father, it is just one of the problems encountered in life.

Zhu Yuanzhang frowned when he heard Zhu Yan's words, "Change? Then how do you think it should be changed?"

Zhu Yuanzhang cared about state affairs, and Zhu Yuanzhang did not object.

The country of Daming belongs to the Zhu family, and Zhu Yan is the blood of the Zhu family. It is only natural that he should contribute his talents to the long-term development of Daming.

As for the matter of seizing the heir, Zhu Yuanzhang never worried.

Among the sons, Zhu Biao's position was extremely stable.

Zhu Wei replied: "Reporting to Father, I haven't figured it out yet, but I believe that after I thoroughly understand what Mr. Su taught, I should be able to know how to change it."

Zhu Yuanzhang's national policy formulated by Zhu Yuanzhang, it is already a great courage for Zhu Yan to propose amendments.

How to change this, he really didn't think about it, or he couldn't think of it.

"Okay, second child, then I'll wait for your answer."

Zhu Yuanzhang said immediately.

Instead of asking Su Jing, it is better to let your son think carefully and give an answer.

"Yes, Royal Father! My son will definitely not disappoint Royal Father!"

Zhu Yan responded immediately.

Ever since he became king, Zhu Yan immediately felt that the burden on him was much heavier.

Zhu Yuanzhang left Fengxian Hall after talking about the matter, while Zhu Yuanzhang continued to deal with government affairs.

Not long after, Prince Zhu Biao came back.

"How's it going, Biaoer?"

Zhu Yuanzhang asked Zhu Biao.

Zhu Yuanzhang has made up his mind to thoroughly investigate Ma Zhiyuan's case.

Zhu Yuanzhang really listened to Su Jing's reminder.

If the officials of the Ming Dynasty were all forced into a road of no return, then the problem was not only the officials themselves, but also the emperor himself.

Of course, before that, Zhu Yuanzhang had to figure out who made Ma Zhiyuan fall in love with him and put him in such a situation.

Zhu Biao looked serious, and said: "Father, my son has found some clues."

"What clue? Did you find someone?"

Zhu Yuanzhang asked immediately.

But at this moment, Zhu Biao did not answer, his face was full of hesitation.

Zhu Yuanzhang immediately realized that the clues he had found were unusual.

"Say! There are only you and my father and son here, it doesn't matter who they are!"

Zhu Yuanzhang said immediately.

Zhu Biao said: "The clues I have found so far point to Song Guogong."

Song Guogong Feng Sheng!
This is not a small person, Manchu civil and military, the Duke only sealed six.

Needless to say, Feng Sheng is the absolute confidant of Zhu Yuanzhang, and also the general Zhu Yuanzhang relies on, and has made countless illustrious military exploits.

Zhu Yuanzhang never thought that this matter would have something to do with Feng Shenghui.

"Biao'er, are you sure the clues you investigated are correct?"

Zhu Yuanzhang was a little worried and asked a question.

No matter what his identity was, Zhu Yuanzhang didn't want Feng Sheng to have anything to do with this matter.

Moreover, Ma Zhiyuan is only a sixth-rank principal, how could he have a relationship with Feng Sheng, a state official?
Zhu Biao replied: "Father, I have repeatedly confirmed and compared it. It is indeed related to Song Guogong, but Song Guogong himself may not know about it. Maybe his nephew Feng Cheng is related."

Zhu Yuanzhang didn't want to believe it, and so did Zhu Biao.

This Song Guogong Feng Sheng is his extremely respected and beloved elder, and he has also taught him the art of war before.

Emotionally, Zhu Biao couldn't accept it.

However, the results of the investigation have already pointed to it.

Feng Cheng?

Zhu Yuanzhang's face changed slightly because Feng Cheng was the son of Feng Guoyong, and Feng Guoyong and Feng Sheng formed a stronghold to protect themselves at the end of the Yuan Dynasty, and later joined him.

Feng Guoyong even suggested that Zhu Yuanzhang take Jinling as the foundation first, and Zhu Yuanzhang adopted his suggestion and trusted him very much.

After crossing the river, Feng Guoyong was ordered to take charge of the soldiers and was entrusted with the task of a confidant.

He has made many military exploits, and he is the commander of tired officials and relatives, and Zhu Yuanzhang has a deep affection for him.

It's a pity that Feng Guoyong died of illness in the 19th year of Zhizheng, leaving behind his son Feng Cheng.

Zhu Yuanzhang really didn't know how to deal with the son of this old subordinate.

At that time, Feng Guo used that to protect Zhu Yuanzhang's Zhou Quan desperately, he was not afraid of death, and he was able to take charge of his own soldiers, which shows Zhu Yuanzhang's trust in him.

After Feng Guoyong died of illness, Zhu Yuanzhang also took care of him a lot.

Feng Cheng was young, so Feng Guoyong's younger brother Feng Sheng was in charge of his old department.

At this time, Feng Cheng actually got involved in this matter, Zhu Yuanzhang only felt that what Su Jing said to him at that time was actually placed in front of him.

Those subordinates who have made great military exploits, their descendants have not been restrained well, and they have done some outrageous things, how should they be dealt with?

"Father, my son doesn't know what to do."

Zhu Biao said to Zhu Yuanzhang.

Feng Cheng is Feng Sheng's nephew, not in the general sense, but the blood left by his dead brother.

Needless to say, Feng Sheng's feelings for Feng Cheng are very doting.

Otherwise, what is happening now will not happen.

"check."

Zhu Yuanzhang hesitated for a while, but finally chose to continue the investigation.

Zhu Biao looked at his father Zhu Yuanzhang, seemingly surprised.

"Father, what happens after you find out?"

Zhu Biao continued to ask.

Zhu Yuanzhang closed his eyes. After a while, he opened his eyes and said, "Investigate first, be careful not to leak the news, and see how serious the matter is."

After all, it was the son left by the old subordinate, or Feng Sheng's nephew.

Both the dead and the living are considered here.

Zhu Yuanzhang's words actually meant to protect Feng Cheng.

"Yes, Father."

Zhu Biao immediately understood what Zhu Yuanzhang meant.

After finishing this matter, Zhu Biao also left Fengxian Hall.

Zhu Yuanzhang sat on the office chair, looked at the official documents in front of him, and thought about what Zhu Fang and Zhu Biao reported. Zhu Yuanzhang felt a little annoyed.

Zhu Yuanzhang once thought that establishing the Ming Dynasty was the most difficult thing in his life. After the founding of the Ming Dynasty, everything will become very simple.

But when he really became the Ninth Five-Year Supreme, he found that it was not easy at all to govern a country well.

"Su Jing, Su Jing, why don't you want to help me!"

Zhu Yuanzhang muttered to himself.

Since Su Jing can see the harm of the policy of emphasizing agriculture and suppressing business, there must be a solution.

And the case involving Feng Cheng, isn't it precisely because the Huaixi Xungui Group dominates the imperial court, which makes them become more and more rampant, and they have lost their sense of awe.

Zhu Yuanzhang couldn't handle Feng Cheng's matter, he had to take care of Feng Sheng's feelings.

Zhu Biao couldn't deal with it either. As the prince, he dealt with the descendants of important officials in the court, which would easily cause rifts.

For other people, Huaixi Xungui's party will definitely intercede and choose to deal with it leniently.

And the minister who was not afraid of Huaixi nobles and dared to face it head-on was Liu Bowen before.

But now, Liu Bowen has resigned, and Zhu Yuanzhang has agreed.

It seems that Su Jing can handle this matter.

Although it is a job to offend others, Su Jing is not afraid.

"Chongba, why are you talking about Mr. Su again? I think you are a little too dependent on Mr. Su."

Empress Ma walked over with a smile.

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Empress Ma and said, "Sister, didn't I say that you don't need to come here so frequently. I'm busy here, and you have a lot of things to do. If there's anything else, let's discuss it at night."

The words that seem to be blaming and questioning are actually infinite pampering.

Empress Ma said: "Chongba, can't I care about my son? What have you said to me? He came to you immediately when he came back, and you don't know to notify me."

"Yes, yes, I was wrong."

Zhu Yuanzhang immediately admitted his mistake, and then repeated what Zhu Yan just said to Empress Ma.

Empress Ma's complexion changed slightly, and she said: "Since Mr. Su mentioned the disadvantages, he should really think about it. If it's really not good, go ask Mr. Su."

Zhu Yuanzhang attached great importance to the long-term peace and stability of Ming Dynasty, and so did Empress Ma.

Zhu Yuanzhang said lightly: "No hurry, it's the case of Ma Zhiyuan that really bothers me!"

"what happened?"

Empress Ma asked curiously.

Zhu Yuanzhang then told the situation of Ma Zhiyuan's case again.

"This matter is really difficult!"

Empress Ma's face was serious, and her brows were full of tangles.

She saw at a glance that it was really difficult for Zhu Yuanzhang to deal with this matter well.

"Actually, it's not difficult. If Su Jing can enter an official position according to my arrangement and arrange some positions, it will be very suitable to handle this matter."

Zhu Yuanzhang said to Queen Ma.

Empress Ma immediately said: "Zhu Chongba, the reason why you let Mr. Su into an official position is to do this kind of offending thing, right? I can understand the balance of the court, but you can't let Su Do it yourself, sir."

Empress Ma's attitude of defending Su Jing was quite firm.

If Su Jing were here, he would definitely thank the dismounted queen.

Not only did he stack undead buffs for himself, but he was also arguing for himself.

If this was her previous life, she would be a proper defense lawyer.

Zhu Yuanzhang's complexion changed slightly, and he explained: "Sister, the matter is like this now, there is nothing I can do about it, I have asked Biaoer to investigate carefully first, if it is really impossible, I can only suppress this matter first."

After scolding Zhu Yuanzhang, Empress Ma regained her expression and understood the current situation.

"This Feng Cheng was a good boy back then, why is he like this now?"

Empress Ma sighed slightly, and said, "Perhaps, only Mr. Su can handle it properly."

(End of this chapter)