Daming: I am the most powerful emperor grandson, please abdicate the throne

Chapter 721 Methods of Change

It is indeed not easy to change.

First of all, Xungui is a trouble.

The veterans who followed Zhu Yuanzhang and conquered the world together are now almost dead. They have indeed made contributions and can bring happiness to future generations.

It is true that he colluded with Buddhist temples, evaded paying taxes, and violated the law. If punished according to law, it would chill the hearts of many nobles. However, without punishment, the laws of the Ming Dynasty would be in vain, which would not be conducive to the reputation of the court, and would not be in line with Lao Zhu’s bent on people’s demands.

Secondly, in Buddhist temples, Buddha has existed for thousands of years, and Buddhism is deeply rooted. If it simply leads people to be good and does not bother with other things, Buddhism is still quite good. But now it has colluded with noble landlords and stepped on the red line. Once it is severely punished This will cause a series of chain reactions.

There are countless monks in the world.

If they want to cause chaos, there seems to be no other way except violent suppression. Violent suppression of the monks is also very troublesome.

“It’s really not easy to do so much!”

Zhu Yuanzhang agreed: "My dear grandson thinks that he must be severely punished?"

Zhu Xuan nodded and said: "My grandson agrees with severe punishment. Those who break the law should be caught and killed. We must not be merciful! Maybe the trouble is only temporary, but if we do this well, the impact will be great." Long term. Let’s talk about the collusion between Buddhist temples and nobles. Once this hole is opened, countless people will collude with Buddhist temples in the future, and the Ming Dynasty’s tax revenue will collapse. Now it is only the early stage, and it must be blocked as soon as possible.”

Use short-term costs in exchange for long-term benefits.

This is what Zhu Xuan wants to do for the time being.

If you don't do it well now, you will do it even more poorly in the future. This will become an unspoken rule and make it difficult for people to do it in the future.

"My dear grandson is right!"

Zhu Yuanzhang thought for a while and asked: "If we leave this matter to my good grandson, how will my good grandson be prepared?"

Zhu Xuan said: "The first thing Sun'er has to do is to punish the nobles. In fact, before coming back, Sun'er secretly sent a letter to the Yushitai, asking them to take the lead and impeach him in the court. The civil-military dispute has been put aside for the time being, but the civil officials are still at odds with the military generals, and the grandson wants them to open this mouth, and the effect may be better."

"Makes sense!"

Zhu Yuanzhang heartily agreed with this approach.

My dear grandson is also very considerate.

"After criticizing the nobles, my grandson wanted to find a way to attack Buddhist temples and Taoist temples."

"Let them pay taxes normally, cancel their privileges, and exempt them from corvee and military service at most. Others cannot be exempted. My grandson has not yet been able to find a breakthrough in this regard."

"It's better to deal with the nobles or officials first, and then deal with the Buddhist temple."

Speaking of this, Zhu Xuan thought of Grandpa Huang's former identity and said: "My grandson knows that Grandpa Huang does not want to forget his roots and treats the monks a lot of preferential treatment, but Grandpa Huang's preferential treatment is not a reason for them to be presumptuous."

"Perhaps everything my dear grandson said is right!"

Zhu Yuanzhang thought about it to the end and agreed: "We will all do as my dear grandson said. This matter will be as it is for the time being. My dear grandson will be fully responsible. If you can't do anything well, how about coming to us again?"

Zhu Xuan solemnly said: "My grandson will definitely not let Grandpa Huang down!"

This matter is settled for now.

Zhu Yuanzhang was very angry with Xungui and the Buddhist temple, but after discussion, he could put down his anger first. They will regret it later. Our dear grandson will not be merciful if he takes action. He said: "There is also the matter of you getting married again."

Zhu Xuan immediately asked expectantly: "Has Grandpa Huang made arrangements?"

Seeing his good grandson like this, Zhu Yuanzhang laughed and said: "The arrangements have been made. How can my good grandson determine the order?"

Zhu Xuan asked: "Grandpa Huang, do you still need the order?"

But thinking about the next three young wives who are going to enter the palace, under normal circumstances, it seems that order is needed.

But what Zhu Xuan wanted to do was not normal, and he asked tentatively: "Grandpa Huang, can't you let them enter the palace at the same time and do everything together?" "Oh?"

Zhu Yuanzhang was a little shocked after hearing this, and felt that his good grandson was a little impatient, so he said: "My good grandson, aren't you afraid, Duke Yan Sheng and others will come to bother you again?"

Zhu Xuan said with a smile: "It doesn't matter! Yan Shenggong will only bother you for a day or two at most. It will be more convenient to enter the palace together."

When Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, he laughed happily and sighed: "My dear grandson has more ideas, but that's right. If Yan Shenggong wants to be annoyed, then let him be bothered! But my dear grandson, I want to tell you one thing. It’s good to have more women, but you have to distinguish priorities.”

After a pause, his face became solemn and he warned: "Just like us! We have forgotten how many women are around us, but in our hearts, there is only your grandma. Now that your grandma is gone, we only have Guo Hui. Although the others are favored by me, their priorities will not change. The main palace will always be the main palace. I see that you treat those little wives equally. There may not be any problems in a short time, but in the long run, problems will easily arise, so you must give them. Yuanjun’s true status.”

There are palace rules in the palace, which are different from those among the people.

There are quite a lot of these rules.

After all, the palace is the place closest to power. Once there is any power entanglement, it is easy to cause problems. No matter how good the relationship between the concubines is, they may be jealous of each other and compete for power in private.

It is very important to ensure that there is no fire in the harem, and it is also a required course for every emperor.

"Yuanjun and Miaojin are both from noble backgrounds."

"They are the ones who are most likely to be able to compete in the future."

Zhu Yuanzhang warned again.

Zhu Xuan said: "Grandpa Huang's teachings are right. My grandson understands and treats Yuanjun as well as Grandpa Huang treats grandma."

Zhu Yuanzhang laughed and said: "Originally, it's not easy for me, an old guy, to interfere in the affairs of your juniors. I just give you a little reminder! Okay, we will notify the Ministry of Etiquette later and let them prepare to marry those three girls together. My dear grandson Thank you for coming back so far, go back and rest!"

"Grandpa Emperor, don't be too tired. My grandson will come to read the memorial with you tomorrow."

Zhu Xuan was indeed a little tired.

Even though I have been sitting in the carriage, it is still quite troublesome to come back from such a long distance.

Back to the East Palace.

I saw Mu Yuanjun packed up his things and prepared dinner. It was already evening and it was time to eat.

Zhu Xuan thought of Grandpa Huang's reminder just now and pondered seriously for a long time. Based on various experiences he had experienced before traveling through time, he felt that the reminder was right. The majesty of the palace must be established first.

"Then let Yuan Jun conceive a baby, and then decide on the status and then consider other things."

Zhu Xuan thought to himself, then walked over with a smile and had dinner with Mu Yuanjun.

After the meal, go and change.

It was almost time, Zhu Xuan came to Mu Yuanjun's room.

"Your Highness!"

When Mu Yuanjun saw Zhu Xuan arriving, he lowered his head shyly, knowing what he should do next.

Zhu Xuan said softly: "Grandpa Huang has been talking about our little great-grandson. We should work hard."

"Um……"

Mu Yuanjun made this very soft nasal sound and nodded gently.

Zhu Xuan walked over, hugged her, lowered his head and kissed her.

The belt is getting wider...

(End of this chapter)