Ming Dynasty, starting from the empty seal case

Chapter 109 Reward!

The morning session was finally over.

In Zhu Yuanzhang's view, he was already ready to reward based on merit, but the court meeting was not the place to discuss merit after all. He provided a general direction, and then directly summoned several ministers to plan, and then issued an order.

But in the first half of the court meeting, he was still calm and calm, sitting and watching the ministers quarreling with each other. He was aloof, and he was really addicted to being a king.

However, immediately after his end, he broke up unhappy.

The Northern Expedition has not yet been decided, and the result is Song Lian's imperial examination...

Just a quarrel.

Then Su Guiyuan actually came to talk about the "four households" we decided on?
"Father..."

All the way to the East Palace, Zhu Yuanzhang and his son were walking very fast.

"Don't worry, your father and I won't be angry with them. The most important thing is your side."

In fact, these days, he himself has been a little bored by those people, but today the court still refused to admit his mistakes and just wanted to take credit, which made him believe in his heart that these people deserved to die!

"He's too young... His father has been busy with treasure money during this period. It's his fault. We need to think carefully about re-establishing the treasure money promotion department, how to split it, how to establish official positions, and how to select people."

"But you must know that if we can reduce the casualties of our Ming Dynasty soldiers during the Northern Expedition and the Western Expedition, it will be a great achievement."

"As for the balance between the four parties in the court and the selection of officials in the country and the court...the method is difficult to find! Why stop the imperial examination? Why recommend the examination? We all have our own reasons."

His son has said so, Zhu Yuanzhang is not really a reckless man, he only knows about the Northern Expedition.

"By stabilizing the entire Xifan border, we will be able to free up our hands in the future to specifically target Beiyuan. Although it has retreated to the grassland, its main force still remains."

Zhu Biao also nodded.

"This is the only way to have a stable and orderly government!"

Zhu Yuanzhang frowned, "That's all, let's go back to the East Palace to see how our daughter-in-law is doing here, and then you and I will slowly fight over it!"

Zhu Biao looked at his father's dull expression.

"Some of what Master Song said is quite right. Now is not the time to start the Northern Expedition again."

When my father goes on a killing spree, whether he is showing his kindness in front of the officials or he really can't stand it, he needs to be advised.

But while walking, Zhu Yuanzhang suddenly thought of something and stopped.

Zhu Biao still wanted to speak.

"In this way, strive for success in one fell swoop and avoid future troubles forever!"

Speaking of this, Zhu Biao's tone also contained some anger.

As for what happens next...

"His innocence and innocent heart, what he sees is the true nature of this world. Guess, does he agree with you or our ideas this time?"

"By the way, let's talk about how to reward."

When Zhu Yuanzhang thought of this, he couldn't help but look at his son.

"As for four households and four people!"

After a slight pause, Zhu Biao said again:
"As for what Su Guiyuan said, there is some truth to it. If treasure banknotes are to be implemented, the people should not be too rigid. It is the same as the imperial examination. I, the Ming Dynasty, should give the talented and virtuous people in the world a chance to show what they have learned. Those who are capable can Those who are superior will be inferior.”

"Although the four peoples mentioned by Su Guiyuan have solidified a bit, judging from this visit, I'm afraid these people really need to be targeted."

"What do you think of that kid?"

He sighed, "Opportunities in this world situation are fleeting, and they are not something you can wait for."

"The medicine Su Xian sent this time is certainly a great achievement in saving the princess!"

in the past.

"The plan for now is still what Master Song calls internal governance..."

But today, when his father said he wanted to kill the three imperial doctors, he didn't even say a word of mercy.

"As long as we control the Hexi Corridor and block the exchanges between Beiyuan and other khanates, they will not resurgence in a short time. The time that I, Ming, will buy will be my sharp sword against Beiyuan in the future!"

Zhu Biao hurriedly said: "That's not what I said. Although what the court official said today is too biased, it also makes sense. What should we do next when selecting officials for the imperial court? It is really a problem."

talking.

As soon as these words came out, Zhu Yuanzhang's running figure suddenly stopped.

At this point, Zhu Yuanzhang was helpless again.

He looked at Zhu Biao.

"We are suddenly curious. Although what his father and Song Lian said today are two different things, in the final analysis, they seem to be the same thing."

"Hmph... This is the foundation of the founding of the Ming Dynasty. Do you need me to tell you more?"

Zhu Biao said helplessly: "We have just defeated Xifan, and you still need to set up a bank. The focus now is to stabilize Xifan. It is best to make the bank really implement it. Once this method is successful, the future achievements will be limitless."

Zhu Biao looked confused.

what?
When Zhu Biao heard this, he was really stunned. Seeing his father's thoughts, could he still ask Su Xian?

"You see, the former Kongyin and the subsequent vassal kings all had unique opinions. On the issue of vassal kings, they agreed with what we think is the mistake of 'Emperor Han Jing'."

Zhu Biao didn't expect that his father would ask this question at all. He was about to say something else.

Unexpectedly, Zhu Yuanzhang stopped again and became more and more curious.

"No, those masters suddenly went to court today. Hmm, maybe it was also because of Su Xian's matter. They wanted to propose the imperial examination to divert the attention of the ministers? It just happened that their dream came true!"

"And his father told us about the four peoples, this pedantic thing! It just so happens that that kid has the same idea as us."

"Let's also send his son back and teach him well..."

"What is government!"

Zhu Biao became more and more stunned, but when he thought that his father had made it clear in the court that he wanted to re-establish the treasure bank raising and examination department, Su Guiyuan turned around and refused to pick up which pot. He was really asking for trouble.

Nothing more...

He quickly followed his father towards the East Palace.

……

At this time, the East Palace.

"Mother!"

The front yard of the Crown Princess's palace.

Zhu Yunwen opened his hands and waited eagerly for Mrs. Lu to hug him. However, Mrs. Lu's eyes were dull, as if she could not recover from the news.

"I said these two kids are serious. Why did they really have a fight when I went back with you last night?"

Suddenly, Queen Ma's voice woke up Lu.

She looked ahead. Zhu Xiongying was raising his head proudly, as high-spirited as a proud rooster, and the joy on his face could no longer be suppressed.

He was held by Empress Ma and had just come out of the princess's palace. Judging from his appearance, it was obvious that he had just met his mother and clearly saw her improvement. Only then did he feel relieved and resume his previous behavior. A carefree look.

"Grandma, he said I was rude! That's why I want to beat him!"

"Apologise! You are older than Yunwen, how can you hit your younger brother?"

"Mother..." Mrs. Lu quickly suppressed the waves in her heart, "I have been watching them, how could I really let them fight?"

"It's my fault. I was worried about my sister when I went back last night, so I casually said a few words about how garlic and wine can be cured if mixed together. But Xiongying believed in Su Xian and replied a few words to me. Then Yun Wen said something I heard it and said something rude."

Lu quickly told the truth about last night's events, and that was the truth, so she didn't have anything to worry about.

"Did this kid contradict you? I'm afraid he's also worried."

Queen Ma looked at Xiongying softly, with affection in her eyes.

She couldn't imagine that such a young child would really have to bear the pain of parting from a loved one... It was painful to think about it.

But even so, they still need to be disciplined.

"Apologise quickly!"

Zhu Xiongying raised his head in dissatisfaction, "But Su Xian is right. They wronged Su Xian. They should apologize to Su Xian."

"You..." Empress Ma smiled, "Your grandpa, your father, your grandma and I didn't believe it at first. Isn't this reasonable doubt? Who would have thought that it would be really useful? Could it be that we have to follow that Apologize, kid!”

"Of course!" Zhu Xiongying nodded immediately, "Who made you doubt it?"

"This child..." Empress Ma said helplessly. She was very happy now, and because she loved her grandson, she would not be stubborn with him at this time. "Okay, okay, Su Xian will come later, let's thank him properly."

Mrs. Lu also said quickly: "Mother, the children of each family are meant to make trouble today and be happy tomorrow, so there is no need to divide them in such detail."

Queen Ma nodded, "That's true."

Just saying...

"Su Xian!"

Zhu Xiongying looked somewhere and opened his eyes.

And at this time.

Su Xian woke up very early, but he immediately went to the Internal Affairs Prison and asked them to make copper pipes to see if they could actually make needle tubes.

He really cared about this. After all, there were only a few anti-infective drugs in this era.

After explaining, Su Xian followed for a while and came up with some ideas, then immediately returned to the East Palace.

As he thought, the allicin was really useful. The princess was indeed sweating profusely yesterday, but today the palace maid said that soon as the night deepened, the princess woke up and said she was thirsty.

How can you not be thirsty after sweating so much?
I drank some water and said I was a little hungry...

At this time, even a fool knows that if you can eat and drink, you are mentally restored.

Zhu Biao quickly sent someone to prepare some gruel.

After a busy night, the maid said that the prince had not slept all night, but the next day he went to attend the court meeting in high spirits.

Su Xian knew that most of the time he had passed the most dangerous period, and the next step was to warm up his body. Sure enough, early this morning, several new doctors came.

He heard Zhu Xiongying calling him.

Su Xian looked forward, first greeted Queen Ma and Madam Lu, and then came to the former.

"You saved my mother, I will definitely let my grandpa make you a marquis!"

A sudden word.

But even Queen Ma and Lu didn't expect it, and they were obviously shocked when they heard it.

Even Su Xian was a little stunned and immediately refused:
"Don't! Don't!"

The title of the Hongwu period was not a good thing, it was a life-threatening talisman.

not to mention.

Zhu Yuanzhang himself once said: No one without military merit will be granted the title of Marquis!
In the Ming Dynasty, only descendants with the surname Zhu could be crowned kings, while those with different surnames could only have three titles: "Gong, Bo, and Marquis!"

"Why not?"

However, right now.

Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao also came back. They obviously heard Zhu Xiongying's words and Su Xian's decisive refusal. Zhu Yuanzhang was still thinking about the bet with his son, but was shocked by his grandson's sudden words. But what made him even more curious was Su Xian's rejection.

You must know that at this time, from a white body to a person with a "noble title" in his family, it is enough to honor the ancestors.

If there is no further expansion of territory, assistance to the king in making achievements, or even the destruction of the country, then according to the development trend of the Ming Dynasty, it will never be possible to give him a title again.

"Does the imperial doctor also want to confer a title on him after he saved his life?" Su Xian made it up casually.

There were many reasons for his refusal, including the high risk in the future.

And his father was promoted to the eighth rank. He is a child and has no official status, but he still wants to be a marquis? I'm afraid it's not a dream, and it's not in line with etiquette at this time.

The most important thing is that Zhu Yuanzhang will never make himself a marquis because of this matter!

The subjects of the world will not be convinced.

"That's different. Imperial doctors treat illnesses and save people, and that's what they eat. What's more, once the rescue is successful, although they won't be granted a title of marquis. But in the imperial hospital, they will also be hereditary imperial doctors in the future. Although this status is not more noble than that of a marquis, But it’s enough to make you rich and prosperous for generations to come.”

This is the Ming Dynasty, not the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period.

The military title is not as useful as imagined. The "Iron Coupon of Fellow Cultivators with the Country and Alchemy Book" given by the emperor is just a piece of waste paper if someone really offends him!
Not to mention, when people were ennobled at that time, they really had a fief, and there were also people with registered residence in the fief.

But now... as the dynasties change and the imperial power becomes more and more centralized, how can it still have the glory of the past?

"How about we make you a hereditary medical doctor?"

Zhu Yuanzhang suddenly said that he really thought so. Giving someone wealth and honor for many generations would be considered a reward.

Su Xian quickly waved her hand, "I don't know how to treat illnesses and save people."

"Then these two medicines..."

"I said before that it was my dream and the old god gave it to me..."

"Ha!" Zhu Yuanzhang nodded, not knowing whether he really believed it or not.

"However, we will be rewarded for our merits and punished for our mistakes."

It seems that this topic will continue forever.

Su Xian hurriedly said: "Then give my father a reward. This eighth-level promotion... When I walked outside, when others looked down upon me, I couldn't even say that I was the son of an eighth-level promotion. Why don't you change your name?"

"Humph!" Zhu Yuanzhang was displeased, "How can we be confused with rewards? Your credit is yours, and your father's credit is your father's. We are not so dim-sighted as to fool others."

Zhu Yuanzhang was also stubborn, "But the reward must be given!"

While talking.

He suddenly thought of something and looked at Zhu Xiongying, "Xiongying, where is your treasure note?"

what?
Zhu Xiongying was puzzled at first, then thought of something and said quickly: "It's in my room, I'll get it right away."

As he spoke, he ran away, and after a while, he ran out again, bringing with him a lot of banknotes and printing plates that he had recently printed.

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at these, and for some reason, his expression showed emotion.

"You kid, when it comes to great achievements, you have already done it several times."

"After the empty seal, we will pardon your father and let him serve as a treasurer of the Zhongshu Province. We will let you enter this main hall and give you honor."

"This is a reward!"

"These banknotes, as well as what you said at the banquet at the beginning, although the affairs of the vassal king cannot be changed, but what you said about financial power and military power is the same as what I thought. Let's just consider you smart. But regarding the treasure banknote, you have inspired us, so we must reward you!"

"Today, you saved the Crown Princess again! This is even more of a great achievement."

"As I said before, we are not stupid, and I will not fool you when I see you at a young age. Biao'er Xiongying, you have to see clearly..."

"The most basic principle of being a king is to make clear rewards and punishments!"

As he spoke, he simply put everything Zhu Xiongying had brought on the stone table, then picked through it, and finally found the treasure note he had given to Zhu Xiongying.

It was a blank note with a seal engraved on it.

After this renovation, this time not only the Three Kingdoms banknotes were completely reborn, but the "seal banknotes" personally given by Zhu Yuanzhang to his grandson were magnificent.

A bright yellow seal is suspended on the front, and the four words at the bottom, although it is a flat painting, are clearly visible, "Changsun Baoyin"!
Zhu Yuanzhang picked it up, thought for a moment, and suddenly picked up the pen from the side.

Iron pen silver ditch!

"Save yourself from death!"

easy to understand!
When Su Xian saw this scene, his heart skipped a beat.

"I have seen it all clearly, Jun Wu, the medicine you sent saved the Crown Princess's life. You are not an imperial doctor, nor a minister of the country. Just as your father said, it was entirely out of enthusiasm and kindness, so we can't I’ve treated you badly.”

"We don't have any immunity from death for you, let alone any iron-clad elixirs!"

"But whoever takes this thing out in the future will be witnessed by us, Biao'er, and even Xiongying... When we see this thing, it means exactly what it says - avoid death!"

this moment.

Queen Ma was surprised when she saw it. She knew very well how difficult it was to get a sincere reward from her.

Liu Bowen was also a military advisor in the past, right? Shouldn't he still be granted the title of uncle?

Let’s just say that there were people with iron-clad alchemy books in the dynasty. That was a real contribution to the founding of the country!

Lu's eyes widened, completely in disbelief. How could the emperor make such a decision?
Zhu Biao had already realized something and said quickly: "I will obey my father's will!"

After saying that, when he saw Zhu Xiongying didn't respond, he couldn't help but give hints in his eyes.

Zhu Xiongying also said hastily: "My grandson, listen to Grandpa Huang!"

"it is good!"

Zhu Yuanzhang laughed loudly and immediately handed the "notes" to Su Xian.

"You are here in the main hall, letting our grandson play with the Three Kingdoms banknotes, which reflects the Ming Dynasty's treasure banknotes."

"Today I will give it to you. At first, it was just a joke. I thought you and I were just having fun. We only have Three Kingdoms banknotes, but there is no treasure-printed banknote corresponding to our grandson."

"As long as this banknote is printed and has a blank space, fill in as much as you like, that's how much it is."

"Today we are exempted from death. As long as we are not treason and usurping the throne, we can avoid death no matter what the crime is!"

Su Xian would be really stupid if he refused.

Regardless of whether this was Zhu Yuanzhang's whim, or in other words, he would default on the debt in the future and it would not count.

But after getting it in hand, at least it is Zhang Bao.

In the future, some minor charges will definitely be useful to Emperor Hongwu who is expected to be killed.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Su Xian quickly took it.

"You are too young. We will decide on your official position later. Besides, if you come to the palace to find a hero, just use this card."

As he spoke, Zhu Yuanzhang looked behind him. Mao Xiang had been following him. He also reacted when he heard this and quickly took out the copper waist badge.

Su Xian was still in a daze.

"What, didn't you say that others say that you are the son of the Eighth Grade Tiju? From now on, if you hang it around your waist, and if anyone dares to say it again, you will have him or her imprisoned in the Imperial Palace of the Pro-Army Commander." Zhu Yuanzhang joked .

Su Xian was shocked and took it again.

It can be seen that Zhu Yuanzhang is really happy.

"However, this badge is only useful to a special person if you hold it. I will give it to Mao Xiang later and let him make some marks before notifying him."

Mao Xiang immediately said yes. His eyes glanced at Su Xian, but he was surprised in his heart.

That was the exclusive badge for entering and leaving Miyagi, and there were only a few among the entire civil and military officials.

That is to say, His Majesty gave him permission because of his young age.

After Su Xian took it in his hand, he would be lying if he said he was unhappy. At least we didn't stay in the East Palace for nothing this night, and we even had food and drinks.

"Now that I've rewarded you, let's talk about your father."

And this time.

Zhu Yuanzhang suppressed his smile.

"Today's Baochao Promotion Department must be reset. An eighth-level promotion department cannot bear the responsibility of the newly established Baochao Yamen."

"You mean... let your father be promoted to the seventh level, two levels in a row, or three levels in a row?"

Su Xian was stunned, why was there something wrong with His Majesty's tone?
What's more, you reward me, why do you ask me?

really.

The next moment, Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Su Xian again.

"We were originally in a good mood today, but your father and your teachers insisted on making trouble for us."

As he spoke, he seemed to remember what he had just said to Biao'er. He wanted to see if Su Xian had the same attitude as him?

He first briefly told what happened in the morning. In addition to the "Imperial Examination" and "Four People", the statements of Song Lian and others, as well as his father, are also discussed in detail.

Seeing the expression on Su Xian's face changing constantly.

Then he asked profoundly:

"Let me tell you... should the imperial examination be restarted as soon as possible as Song Lian said?"

"Tell me again, is your father's theory of four households and four people correct?"

this moment.

Su Xian noticed that Zhu Yuanzhang was extremely curious, and so was Zhu Biao's eyes.

Queen Ma and Mrs. Lu, after the initial surprise, also came back to their senses and looked at themselves.

As for Zhu Xiongying, he was still confused and didn't react.

You definitely didn’t hold it in!

Su Xian was thinking in his heart, but immediately said:
"Of course it is wrong to restart the imperial examination now!"

As soon as these words came out, Zhu Yuanzhang burst out laughing.

He looked directly at Zhu Biao, "Did Biao'er see it? This is the answer. Is it the same as us?"

"This is the heart of a child!"

Zhu Yuanzhang was very happy. He looked at Su Xian again, "What about what your father said."

Su Xian looked at Zhu Yuanzhang.

He did not answer this question quickly, but asked in confusion:

"Your Majesty, let me ask a question."

"You said..." Zhu Yuanzhang waved his hand.

"You are willing to be an ordinary citizen from birth. Not only that, your son and grandson will always be like this, trapped in one place for generations..."

Su Xian's voice lingered softly, and then he said seriously:

"Like ants trapped in a well, you can only look up at the wild geese?"

(End of this chapter)