Chongzhen revived the Ming Dynasty

Chapter 2 Be careful with your words and deeds
Back at Prince Xin's Mansion, Xu Yingyuan couldn't wait to express his merit for himself.

He proudly informed Zhu Youjian about what he had just gone to Tu Wenfu's foreign residence to persuade the other party to support him.

After hearing what Xu Yingyuan said, Zhu Youjian, who had been kneeling in front of the shrine and sorting out his memories, was really surprised.

He really didn't expect that the eunuch beside him would be so bold and achieve great achievements.

In the inner court, the Royal Horse Prison was second only to the Secretary of Ceremony in terms of power.

And the most important thing is that it is the only yamen in the inner court that controls the army.

With the support of the imperial eunuch Tu Wenfu, Zhu Youjian's succession to the throne is secure——

At least Wei Zhongxian was unable to mobilize troops in the inner court.

Thinking about the impact of this incident, Zhu Youjian was a little worried, but also relieved a lot.

Because he has seen from this incident that the inner court is not monolithic. Wei Zhongxian, who is "nine thousand years old", has far less control over the inner court than the outside world thinks -

Xu Yingyuan, the chess piece Wei Zhongxian placed beside him, and Tu Wenfu, Wei Zhongxian's confidant, both had different aspirations.

In this way, he can make arrangements calmly, take advantage of the contradictions of these people, and gradually control the inner court.

On the opposite side, Xu Yingyuan was afraid that Zhu Youjian would underestimate his achievements, so he continued:
"Tu Wenfu is under my care in the palace, so he calls me uncle. If he can succeed Wei Zhongxian, I recommend him."

"Wei Zhongxian has no knowledge of literature and science. Wang Tiqian, Liang Dong, Li Yongzhen, Shi Yuanya, and Tu Wenfu read and recited various documents. Most of the original authors of the edicts issued from the palace were Wang Tiqian, Li Yongzhen, and Tu Wenfu."

"Tu Wenfu will definitely know if there is any movement inside or outside the palace."

Nodding slightly, Zhu Youjian finally spoke and praised:
"This is well done, you have made a great contribution!"

"Tell Tu Wenfu that I understand his intentions and let him do his job well."

"These are extraordinary times. You must be careful when delivering the message so as not to be discovered."

Xu Yingyuan was overjoyed when he heard this and knew that his goal had been achieved. In the future, when King Xin ascends to power, he will definitely reuse himself.

But at this time, Zhu Youjian was really scared. The person Xu Yingyuan contacted this time, Tu Wenfu, had dissatisfaction with Wei Zhongxian, and it was hard to say where the person he contacted next time would stand.

He was worried that Xu Yingyuan would be bold enough to surprise and frighten him, so he ordered:
"Don't go out these days. Just find a reliable person to deliver the news."

"Also, Prince Xin's Mansion has been closed for the past few days to thank guests. No matter who comes, don't see them."

"I want to pray for my brother in the palace!"

Just when he was about to show off his skills to contact others, Xu Yingyuan never thought that he would be grounded by Zhu Youjian, and said with some reluctance:

"Your Highness, I still have many friends outside. Li Yongzhen, Shi Yuanya and others may be able to win over them."

"Tomorrow, after the official audience, I will come to see His Highness."

"Why is Your Highness staying behind closed doors at this time?"

Unmoved, Zhu Youjian insisted on the strategy of staying still and said calmly:
"One person is enough to find out the information."

"Why do you want to see me after all the officials have met?"

Xu Yingyuan said matter-of-factly:

"Of course, His Majesty conferred His Highness the title of Crown Prince. All the officials came in to congratulate him and confirmed his status as king and minister."

Zhu Youjian asked him back: "What if the emperor brother doesn't make me the emperor's brother?"

Whether Emperor Tianqi still wanted to be cured or whether Wei Zhongxian blocked it, Zhu Youjian knew that Emperor Chongzhen in history had never been the crown prince.

This determines that he cannot dance too happily at this time. To avoid being known by Emperor Tianqi and Wei Zhongxian, something might change.

He is not the emperor, nor is he the emperor's brother. He has not established the relationship between emperor and minister with the officials, and the officials have no moral responsibility to be loyal to Zhu Youjian.

All he can count on now is Emperor Tianqi's words, "My younger brother shall be the king of Yao and Shun" and the "Huang Ming Ancestor Instructions" stipulates that "if there is no prince in the court, the younger brother will eventually succeed him."

This is his most dangerous time, so he must be careful with his words and actions!

Clearly aware of this, Zhu Youjian certainly did not dare to make friends with courtiers at this time, let alone let Xu Yingyuan go out and create trouble for himself.

I was speechless by Zhu Youjian's question, and then thought of what Tu Wenfu said. Xu Yingyuan finally realized:
His Royal Highness King Xin may not necessarily become the crown prince, and his succession to the throne is not a sure thing either.

If he still wanted to be nine thousand years old, he couldn't let Wei Zhongxian know about it at this time and face the opponent's attack.

After getting to know each other, Xu Yingyuan quickly followed Zhu Youjian's instructions and ordered the people in the palace to thank guests behind closed doors, and ignore anyone who was visiting. He even personally arranged a cubicle for Zhu Youjian to rest while praying.

Princess Zhou had been worried after Zhu Youjian entered the palace. But Zhu Youjian prayed for the emperor as soon as he came back, so she didn't dare to disturb him. Seeing that Zhu Youjian ordered to thank guests behind closed doors, he also prayed for the emperor in front of the shrine, and even rested there. This finally made her unable to bear it anymore and asked what happened.

Not knowing how to face the princess, and worried that she would notice changes in her life habits, Zhu Youjian said:
"No need to worry, no need to do anything."

"The emperor summoned me today and said to me, 'My brother should be the king of Yao and Shun.' I felt a little scared. I am here to pray for the emperor."

"You take good care of the house. Things will become clear in a few days."

After hearing these words suddenly, how could Princess Zhou not be worried? Emperor Tianqi's words seemed to pass the throne, but he did not explicitly enthrone the crown prince. If the emperor's health improves and he gives birth to another prince in the future, Zhu Youjian, the Xinwang, will become embarrassed.

Now she can only hope that this matter will develop as expected.

"Your Highness, you must take care of your health. All matters at home are directed at Your Highness!"

After talking to Zhu Youjian for a while, Princess Zhou ordered the maids and eunuchs to carefully arrange the compartments, then went to comfort the family members, and gave the order again to the palace, telling them not to go out unless they had nothing to do. Prevent these people from acting recklessly and bringing disaster to the palace.

Then, she cooked herself and prepared meals for Zhu Youjian.

Knowing Princess Zhou's actions from Xu Yingyuan, Zhu Youjian nodded slightly, very satisfied with it. He didn't expect Princess Zhou to have any great talents. As long as she could carry out his orders and stabilize the inner house, it would meet his expectations. Princess Zhou obviously did a good job in these two things.

Now, he only needs to wait for Emperor Tianqi to pass away and succeed as emperor.

A night of silence. The next day, Zhu Youjian was still in front of the shrine, praying for Emperor Tianqi.

The result of the official meeting with Emperor Tianqi again was as expected. Emperor Tianqi only said, "I summoned King Xin yesterday. I am very happy and feel a little better." This implied that King Xin would succeed him after his death, but did not make it clear. A letter was written to the king as the emperor's younger brother, and he was not allowed to meet with all the officials to determine the status of king and minister.

Zhu Youjian had expected this and was not disappointed. He just once again asked the people in the government to be careful in their words and deeds and not to cause disputes.

　"Huang Ming Ancestor Instructions": If there is no prince in the court, the younger brother will succeed him.

　　"Zi Zhong Zhi": Ni Xian is illiterate and never approves documents...

　　As for those who recite names from book to book and compare themselves against the Party and friends, that is Wang Tiqian;

　　Helping Ni Xian look up names, Li Yongzhen, Shi Yuanya, and Tu Wenfu also...

　　
　
(End of this chapter)