A century-old family that runs through the Ming Dynasty

Chapter 99 The Prince
"Okay, okay! Mo Lin's method is wonderful, just do as you say!"

The truth is actually not difficult to figure out. After listening to the words, Zhu Di just thought about it for a moment and already understood it.The previous solemnity on his face was gone, revealing a happy look, and he even called Yan Keng's cousin affectionately.

"It's just that I picked up someone's teeth, and His Royal Highness also thought of it. In the final analysis, His Majesty's idea is brilliant. In this way, all the vassals will be captured without hesitation. My foolish opinion is just the icing on the cake." Yan Keng, however, is not greedy for merit and is humble. said.

Listening to Yan Keng's words and looking at his respectful expression, Zhu Di liked him more and more.He thought for a moment and said:

"Mo Lin, you have helped a lot today, I must reward you well."

"Your food salary, I remember, is three thousand dan? Today I will add one thousand dan for you and reward you with silk, platinum and other gifts."

"Your Majesty, thank you for your kindness!" Yan Keng's face suddenly showed a look of joy. He is not short of this little money, but these are proofs of His Majesty's favor. The grace of Chen Guogong's lineage has arrived at this time. Extreme.

Zhu Di waved his hand, indicating that he could leave. Yan Keng bowed respectfully and then left the emperor's study.

When the door to the imperial study room was closed, the admiration on Zhu Di's face became even stronger.

Talented but not arrogant, still courteous and courteous, this is what the emperor likes.

Recalling what Yan Keng had done, he couldn't help but sigh:

"I didn't expect that Mo Lin is not only good at fighting, he is also a good hand in government affairs. He is worthy of being the heir of Prince Jingping, and he is also a man of both civil and military skills. With such a person to assist me, there is no need to worry about the uncertainty of the world and the failure of the prosperous age!"

Zhu Gaochi cautiously took over the words: "Chen Guogong has such meritorious service at such a young age. He is quite like his father. He should be the pillar of the imperial court."

Zhu Di smiled when he heard this:

"I heard that he is very close to your good brother. Why do you still praise him so much?"

Although the words were full of smiles, Zhu Gaochi only felt a gust of cold wind blowing through his body, and it was an indescribable biting coldness.

He seemed to see that the person sitting on the seat was not the majestic middle-aged man, but a real dragon entrenched, staring at him coldly with those golden eyes.The big mouth opened slightly, revealing sharp teeth.

Intent to win over ministers?Or Wu Xun?
His heart trembled slightly, and he quickly knelt down:
"I have no other intentions. I just saw that Chen Guogong is very talented and that's why I said this. Whether to appoint him or not depends on my father's decision. I don't dare to say anything."

Zhu Di's smile remained the same, and he waved his hand to make Zhu Gaochi stand up:
"I'm just asking casually, seeing how scared you are... But although Mo Lin is talented, his achievements are enough. If he continues like this, I'm afraid he will be unblockable... It's better to let him calm down."

Although he really likes and appreciates Yan Keng, he is the emperor after all, and he still has to consider some things.

It just so happened that Zhang Yu and the others had been suppressed by the junior Yan Keng. It was time for them to make some meritorious deeds and show off their abilities.

He could stay and assist his son.However, we need to put pressure on him first. Yan Keng's contribution has already been huge. Although he is a low-key person, he still cannot take it lightly. It should be noted that "Wang Mang was humble and did not usurp the time."

It would be appropriate to wait until his son ascends the throne before reactivating it.

But which son... Zhu Di's eyes flickered.

Zhu Gaochi was the eldest son, and he had been established as the crown prince before. He guarded Beiping during his military campaigns in the north and south, and kept everything in order. Logically speaking, he was the most suitable to be the crown prince.

But deep down in his heart, he still prefers his other son. Zhu Gaoxu is not only handsome and unrestrained, but also has Zhu Di's youthful demeanor. He is very favored by Zhu Di.This is why, although Zhu Di has been on the throne for almost a year, Zhu Gaochi is still the heir apparent.

Yes, Zhu Gaochi is still just the prince.Generally, when an emperor ascends the throne, as long as he has heirs, he will make sacrifices to heaven and earth and announce his accession to the throne, and then appoint a queen and a prince at the same time. This is what Zhu Yuanzhang did back then.

But Zhu Di was different. He made Xu his queen, but he never mentioned anything about the prince.

This caused Zhu Gaochi to be very embarrassed - he was obviously the crown prince and should be the heir, but he did not become the crown prince. Zhu Di almost made it clear that he did not want to see him.

This also gave the rest of the people an opportunity to covet, the most active of whom was undoubtedly his second son Zhu Gaoxu.

Although there is no longer the saying in history that "if you encourage him, the prince will be sick", the emperor's favor is visible to the naked eye, which makes him even more arrogant. As for Zhu Gaochi, the biggest obstacle on his way to the throne, he is also With all kinds of displeasure, the conflict between the two has almost become obvious.

And Zhu Di was also wandering and hesitating between the two.

Establishing a direct line, establishing a long-lasting life, establishing a virtuous person, establishing love, and establishing love is the last thing on the list.Speaking of virtue, although Zhu Gaoxu fought fiercely, Zhu Gaochi was better at governing the country. The two were barely equal, and Zhu Gaochi was the eldest son.

Zhu Di's ascension to the throne was justified because he was already the eldest son at the time, and he did not want to break this rule himself.

"Alas." He sighed deeply and decided to refer to the suggestions of the ministers before making the final decision.

The first thing to solve now is the feudal king issue.You must know that these brothers followed him to rebel in Kuhaha, but they are just waiting for this time.

The next day, a decree came from the palace.

The imperial edict established the vassal state of King Liao in Xiangyang, the vassal state of King Gu in Changsha, the vassal state of King Ning in Nanchang, the vassal state of King Su in Qizhou, the vassal state of King Qing in Changde, the vassal state of King Lu in Jingzhou, and the vassal state of King Dai in Jingzhou. Raozhou.

This method of enfeoffment makes some families happy and others unhappy.

Most kings are satisfied with their fiefdoms. For example, Xiangyang of Liao King and Changsha of Gu King are both big cities and good places.

Only two kings were dissatisfied.

One is King Su. He thinks that his achievements are not inferior to those of King Liao and King Gu. However, although Qizhou is also a good place, it is still not as good as Xiangyang Changsha, so he is extremely dissatisfied.

One is King Ning.

All his troops were given to Zhu Di, which became a great help in Yongle's success.Zhu Quan thought that this could be regarded as a meritorious service. When Zhu Di originally recruited him to join the team, he also said, "The world will be divided equally when success comes." He thought that he would not be rejected if he wanted to enjoy the rich land in the south of the Yangtze River.

But Zhu Di refused.You still want Jiangnan? The sons of labor and management are reluctant to seal it here, so give it to you?
Zhu Di told him to go to Nanchang.

Prince Ning was naturally very unhappy.

However, Emperor Yongle's situation was established, and they were unable to resist. In the end, they could only silently set off to join the vassal state.

However, the dissatisfaction in the heart has not dissipated and continues from generation to generation.

　Thanks to the "unintentional lazy man" for the tip!Thank you very much!
　　
　
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