Chapter 623: The benefits will last for generations to come!
"What should I do?"

"What should I do?"

"What should we do now?"

"What should we do?"

cabinet.

The ministers discussed the matter in the government office.

The voices never cease, and every sentence is a question.

The current cabinet includes the Chief Minister Gao Gong, the Second Minister Zhao Zhenji, and the other ministers Hu Zongxian, Gao Yi, and Zhang Juzheng, a total of five people.

Yep.

There is also Yan Shaoting, who has the unprecedented Huangjidian University and the Mechanical and Preparatory Cabinet.

But Yan Shaoting is not here at the moment.

The newly promoted Grand Secretary of Wenyuan Pavilion, Zhang Juzheng, looked helplessly towards the Zihui Pavilion, but refused to take a seat. He just paced back and forth in front of the four people, muttering to himself.

Zhang Juzheng frowned slightly, feeling confused.

I have only been working in Jiangnan for a few years, how come Lao Gao has become like this?

Hesitating like a woman.

Gao Gong was unaware of Zhang Juzheng's reaction, and continued to pace back and forth: "Runwu is so strong-willed and stubborn, he is definitely not the type to govern a country. This kind of vehemence may cause a thousand changes in the court. What...what should I do..."

Gao Gong, who has always been regarded by the world as having a strong character, now actually calls others strong-willed and stubborn.

It is truly rare in the world.

Zhang Juzheng was getting impatient. He looked up at Gao Gong helplessly and said with a frown, "Prime Minister! That's enough."

thump.

Gao Gong stopped and stood firmly in front of Zhang Juzheng.

He did not say anything, but just stared at Zhang Juzheng intently.

Zhao Zhenji, Hu Zongxian and Gao Yi, who were sitting in the room, looked at each other.

Gao Gong suddenly rushed to Zhang Juzheng, put his hands on the table in front of him, and leaned forward: "Uncle! Since the time of Emperor Shizong, you have had close contact with Yan Shaoting, and your work in Jiangnan in the past few years was also due to this. Now that you have returned to Beijing and joined the cabinet, you must know about what he is doing now!"

Zhang Juzheng sighed helplessly, glanced at the other three who were looking at him, smiled bitterly and shook his head, saying: "Prime Minister, I have explained this matter to you clearly before. What Yan Runwu is doing now is indeed not discussed with me in advance. If you don't believe it, you can ask Lord Zhao or Lord Hu."

Zhao Zhenji immediately raised his arms and waved his hands to deny it, saying, "I really don't know about this, and Runwu didn't tell me anything. I only met him once in the academy when I went to Changping to celebrate the New Year with Grand Tutor Yan before he returned to the court this time."

Gao Gong turned around only after he finished explaining.

Immediately, his eyes turned to Hu Zongxian.

"Ruzhen."

"You are Master Yan's disciple, don't you know that?"

Hu Zongxian also shook his head: "I don't know about this matter. I think what Runwu did today was all for the purpose of allocating taxes and taxes. Our dynasty has been around for 200 years, and there are many problems. Although the central government, led by the prime minister, has implemented new laws and good policies in recent years, it has also been effective. But we also understand that the stubborn problems that hinder our dynasty's reforms and the pursuit of prosperity for generations have not been touched."

This cabinet minister, who entered the cabinet for his knowledge of military affairs and has been in charge of the country's military affairs for many years, spoke in a calm tone and every word was precious.

Hu Zongxian continued, "The census will be calculated based on the number of mu of land. In the past, most of the taxes in our dynasty were collected from the census and land taxes. However, we also know that in recent years, most of the people in the world have fled and become hidden households, and most of the land has been donated to the gentry and wealthy families to be exempted from taxes. The census will be calculated based on the number of mu of land, which is different from the previous law. No matter the gentry and wealthy families, or the people with great achievements, or the old ministers who have left the court, they all need to pay taxes together, so as to avoid the right of preferential treatment and reduce the hiding of corruption."

Finished.

Hu Zongxian looked at Gao Gong, whose face was solemn and full of worry.

He sighed softly and said with a smile: "Although... as Yuanfu said, Runwu's various actions when he returned to the court this time are more resolute than Yuanfu... and the politicians are not good either."

This statement came out.

Gao Gong's gaze immediately became vague.

He also hummed twice in his throat.

snort!
What does it mean to be more resolute than me?
What you said, does it mean that I have a very strong temper?
You are so good, Hu Ruzhen!

But he didn't say anything.

Hu Zongxian continued, "But what Runwu said in front of Huangji Gate today is not without reason. After all, the country has accumulated so much trouble, how can we take it slow? If everyone is planning for the country, they will not be frightened by this plan. Who among them would be worried and frightened by the new policy, and even plot to rebel? I am afraid you all know in your hearts that it is only those who are greedy as Runwu said."

After saying this, Hu Zongxian remained silent as usual.

Gao Yi, who was standing by, coughed lightly and looked at Gao Gong with some embarrassment in his eyes: "Prime Minister... In fact, no matter what Ruzhen said, or... or what Runwu said in front of all the civil and military officials today, they are both correct."

Gao Gong really couldn't help it this time.

He stomped his feet immediately.

All of a sudden he became angry and glared.

"how?"

"In the past, you all said that I was stubborn and would not tolerate others talking to me."

"Now it's Yan Shaoting's turn, but everyone has become more talkative?"

"It seems that I am not understanding of human nature!"

There was silence in the government office.

Zhang Juzheng stood up with a helpless smile, walked to Gao Gong, and reached out to stroke the old man's back, "Why is the Prime Minister jealous for no reason?"

Zhao Zhenji turned his head away and tried to suppress his laughter.

Gao Yi looked hesitant.

Gao Gong immediately turned around and glared at Zhang Juzheng: "What nonsense are you talking about!"

Zhang Juzheng did not explain, but helped Lao Gao to sit on the chair of the cabinet's chief minister: "Relax, please. Although I don't know the details of what happened in the capital a few days ago, you saw it with your own eyes. No matter how arrogant Yan Shaoting was, you always treated him as the chief minister first. Do you want him to be shrewd, thoughtful, and smooth at his age? If he reaches our age, I'm afraid he will really become a demon."

When persuading.

Zhang Juzheng had some understanding in his mind, but he was also a little caught off guard.

He also knew that if it were someone else, even himself, it would be impossible for him to get Gao Gong to compromise and wait until the time was right to accept the title and leave the court.

Why was it Yan Shaoting?

He now understood a thing or two, because he was even more resolute than Gao Gong, and both of them were loyal.

If it were me, I would definitely not be as strong as Gao Gong, and even less than Yan Shaoting.

Then Gao Gong would naturally worry that he and others would easily compromise with their colleagues when in power.

even.

After Zhang Juzheng recalled Gao Gong's speculation about Yan Shaoting in front of Huangji Gate today, he felt that Gao Gong might still have some regrets in his heart.

This is a pity, perhaps because Yan Shaoting was not Gao Gong's student.

Gao Gong, who was comforted by Zhang Juzheng, also calmed down.

But he still held Zhang Juzheng with some worry, and looked at the people in front of him: "But are we just going to let him go like this now? Aren't you afraid that he will be accused of all kinds of crimes and be cursed by people in the world who don't know the truth?"

After asking this question, Gao Gong sighed silently in his heart.

If that bastard wasn't my student, I would definitely drag him over and give him a good scolding.

How can one be so violent?

Zhao Zhenji, who was watching Gao Gong and Zhang Juzheng trying to persuade him, suddenly said, "If the Prime Minister is worried, the suppressed decree in the palace can be changed. He can go to Shunyi and live next to that kid. This way, the central government can ask the Prime Minister questions at any time."

After saying this, Zhao Zhenji quickly stood up.

Before anyone could react, he rushed out of the door.

One foot in the house and one foot outside.

Whoosh.

Bang!
Then a teacup flew away from Zhao Zhenji.

Gao Gong was seen glaring at Zhao with a flushed face and anger.

"You are so good, Zhao Sichuan!"

"This old man is really calculating!"

"I have allowed myself to be stripped of my power and leave the court, and am willing to go to Huating to look after Jiangnan for you. Now, this old man is actually thinking of giving me the title of Duke of Shunyi so that you can ask for my advice on government affairs!"

"Does this old man intend to kill me?!"

Zhao Zhenji held the door frame tightly with both hands, but he did not lose his dignity: "Gao Suqing, are you really not happy to see that boy? If it wasn't for that boy, and it was me, Zhao Zhenji, would you be able to give up power and leave the court? Who is the old man who has ulterior motives!"

"Zhao Sichuan!"

"Do you really think that this old man's boxing skills are not good enough?"

Gao Gong was already 'furious'.

Zhang Juzheng's face was filled with panic. He tried frantically to comfort Gao Gong and did not dare to let go of him at all.

Hu Zongxian looked at the group of old guys and started to make trouble.

I couldn't help but cough lightly.

He stood up and walked to Gao Gong, took another teacup for him, poured water in it and placed it in front of him.

"No one can fail to understand the Prime Minister's thoughts. The country is in turmoil right now, and the new emperor is just beginning to rule the country. If it weren't for the Prime Minister's high moral character, who could have made the Prime Minister give up his power and leave the court?"

As he spoke, he pushed the teacup filled with water towards Gao Gong.

"Everyone knows what Yuanfu's temper has been like over the years, but in the end, he has done it all for the country and society, and he is definitely not like others who have petty selfish interests in mind."

"In theory, we have been in the court for many years, but the world still needs new people to take charge. Just like the poems and essays written by Runwu in the past, there are talented people in every generation, which is in line with the principle that a new emperor has new ministers. Yuanfu will step down, and I will step down too. In the future, the court will still fall into the hands of Runwu and Shuda." "You are worried that Runwu and his strong behavior will offend the people below, and will attract slander and attacks from local villains, or even poison them."

"This is naturally the elders' protective care, and there is nothing wrong with that."

"But they are not inheriting a family or a piece of land, but are going to rule a country. It is better for them to experience the things they should face themselves."

This can be considered as a sincere exhortation.

Zhang Juzheng also nodded continuously: "Yes, Yuanfu, what Hu Gelao said is correct."

Gao Gong stared: "Do you really want to watch them take the emperor back to Purple Mountain?"

Hu Zongxian immediately laughed: "I was wondering what was going on. It turns out that the Prime Minister is worried about this matter."

Gao Gong glared at Hu Zongxian: "Shouldn't we be worried? Haven't you seen what that kid said and did? If he is really pushed to the limit, he can really take the emperor back to Nanjing and climb Purple Mountain again!"

Having said this, Gao Gong seemed a little tired.

Sitting softly in the chair.

His tone softened a bit, "They all don't know how to manage the daily necessities of life. He said he would go back to Purple Mountain, but how can the world easily start a war? It's a 3,000-mile journey from here to Nanjing. If there's a war, how many valuable things in the house will be broken?"

Hu Zongxian smiled even more obviously and directly brought the teacup to Gao Gong.

"Don't worry, that kid is very smart."

"If he really wanted to do this, he would not have said it like that, but would have plotted it secretly and led his men back to Nanjing while no one was paying attention."

"How could it be his turn to say it in advance in front of everyone?"

"He is trying to intimidate those who have rebellious intentions."

"You are the only one who is concerned and confused."

"I was deceived by that boy."

Gao Gong blinked and looked up at Hu Zongxian: "Really?"

Hu Zongxian nodded and said with a smile: "If you are really worried, then just follow what Elder Zhao said and change the imperial decree that the emperor has suppressed, and then you can accept the title and obey the order. If the cabinet really messes up, you can come back and teach them a lesson yourself."

At the door.

When Zhao Zhenji heard these words from Hu Zongxian, he immediately squatted down.

Whoosh!
Bang!
Gao Gong had already smashed the teacup that Hu Zongxian had placed in front of him again.

"Good for you, Hu Ruzhen!"

"So you are also a shameless old man!"

……

"teacher……"

Zhu Yijun looked at the gentleman in front of him who was tidying up the desk for him and let out a soft cry.

Yan Shaoting cleaned up the desk where the little emperor had piled his memorials and textbooks, and glanced at him: "Your Majesty."

Zhu Yijun shrank his head and whispered, "Although I don't quite understand what happened today, I know a little bit about it. Sir, you are doing this for me and the Ming Dynasty. Aren't you afraid of being scolded?"

It turns out that this kid is worried about this matter.

Yan Shaoting raised his head.

Subconsciously, I wanted to rub this boy's head like I did in the academy before.

But when he thought that this little brat was now the emperor of the Ming Dynasty, he finally stopped what he was doing.

But Zhu Yijun stared at Yan Shaoting's outstretched hand, a look of joy appeared on his face, and he grabbed the other's big hand with both hands and placed it on his head.

"Sir, I know you are doing this to preserve the etiquette between the emperor and his subjects, so I will strictly follow the etiquette of a subject in everything I do. I am the emperor of the Ming Dynasty, your sovereign, but I am still your disciple. Even if I have children or grandchildren in the future, as long as you are here, I will always be your disciple."

Yan Shaoting was a little surprised.

I never thought that this child could say these words.

Being treated like this.

Instead, he didn't know what to say.

Zhu Yijun silently felt the familiar feeling of the teacher soothing his head, and said to himself: "I have been studying with you since I was a child. When the late emperor was still in Prince Yu's Mansion, I was just born and my grandfather asked you to be my tutor. Over the years, I have been learning new knowledge from you, how to govern a country, and how to behave. I have read many books and secretly read many of my ancestors' daily records, but no ancestor has ever had a teacher like you."

After saying this, Zhu Yijun let go of Yan Shaoting's hand, moved his butt off the couch, and stood in front of him.

The little emperor has grown a lot taller over the years, but he still needs to hold his head up.

"From a young age, teachers have taught students history, and made clear the great principles of the country and the truth of the world."

"Students also secretly read some of the books that the teacher did not allow them to read."

"I know that many wise ministers throughout history were also imperial tutors at first, but later they were no longer as good as they were at the beginning. Some of them were suspicious of each other, some were alienated from each other, and some were harmed by the emperor."

"But I have also read about the son of Emperor Zhaolie of Han and know how he got along with Prime Minister Zhuge."

Yan Shaoting immediately narrowed his eyes and looked down at the little emperor.

This kid was actually secretly reading other books behind my back?
I don't know if this kid has read those pornographic books. I will have to teach him a lesson someday. He can read miscellaneous books and doesn't have to hide from them. But he must not read books that are harmful to the physical and mental health and growth of children.

Then he was stunned again.

Why am I thinking about these messy things?

Zhu Yijun continued with a smile: "I may not be able to do what Liu Chan did, but I will never think that you are useless and a hindrance one day. I..."

Suddenly, the little emperor's voice choked.

Yan Shaoting immediately showed worry on his face.

Zhu Yijun took a deep breath and forced a smile: "Sir, I am only ten years old now, how can I be a good emperor? Moreover... the late emperor... I can say that I have grown up by your side all these years. There are some things that I cannot do because I am the emperor of the Ming Dynasty, but please understand that I am willing to treat you that way."

Yan Shaoting finally let out a long sigh, raised his hand and patted the little emperor's head without hesitation.

"Why are you suddenly talking like this, kid?"

Zhu Yijun's smile grew wider: "I cannot let you suffer alone for the sake of the world. This is not right. If I really do this, I am unworthy of being your disciple."

Yan Shaoting was really surprised at this moment.

Could this guy be on the CPU itself?
Suddenly his heart skipped a beat.

Zhu Yijun continued, "So, sir, please don't say that you can shoulder all the responsibilities. I am still young now, I can't manage state affairs, and I don't understand these things. You can take your time, sir, and don't let yourself be harmed by bad people. When I grow up, I can work with you, master and disciple, to deal with those people outside. If anyone dares to say that you are wrong, I will teach them a lesson on your behalf!"

After finishing speaking.

A hint of cunning appeared on the emperor's little face.

"Students will surely be able to teach them how red flowers are!"

Yan Shaoting didn't know whether to laugh or cry for a moment. He pushed the little emperor back to sit on the couch, took a new textbook "Mathematics IV" from the table, and ignored the little emperor's droopy face.

"Naughty kid! Still talking nonsense like when he was little!"

Zhu Yijun quietly pushed the Mathematics 4 textbook and said in a flattering manner: "Master..."

Yan Shaoting pretended to be angry and glared: "I was appointed by Emperor Shizong and was ordered by the late emperor to assist Your Majesty. I am not as good as Prime Minister Zhuge, but I will never let the Ming Dynasty fall. Your Majesty does not need to worry about me. I... I will naturally wait for Your Majesty to grow up. When the time comes, Your Majesty will lead me and others to reform the Ming Dynasty and create a prosperous era for generations."

Zhu Yijun was still a little worried: "Then sir, now..."

Yan Shaoting's brows were relaxed and he stood proudly.

"I know that what I am doing now may provoke local people to harm me."

"But... what I am going to do will benefit this generation and future generations! It is something I have to do!"

"Your Majesty, rest assured. I will protect myself until Your Majesty grows up. By then, I will be able to teach Your Majesty some useful talents for governing the country in the academy."

Zhu Yijun thought silently for a while, and then nodded: "Then you must promise me that I will never take risks for the sake of state affairs. The country is always there, but I only have you, sir."

Yan Shaoting hummed, and then opened the Mathematics 4 book: "Now that Your Majesty knows this, you can rest assured. You can't fall behind in your studies. In the future, our dynasty will implement the auditing, accounting, cashiering, and budgeting systems. If Your Majesty is in charge of these matters, you can check and balance the entire court. You must not neglect your studies now."

"what?"

Seeing that the teacher had already turned to the part he had learned, Zhu Yijun immediately groaned in pain.

"gentlemen!"

"Master!"

"You don't have to study today?"

"No! How can I neglect my studies for even a day?"

"Just one day..."

"Not even for a day!"

"Then Wuyou is also..."

"How can Wuyou's stubbornness be compared with your Majesty's talent?"

"Can……"

"Your Majesty, I will finish my studies today. Tomorrow I will bring Wuyou to the palace to pay my respects to you."

"Good! Sir, you are a gentleman, and a gentleman's word is as good as his bond!"

"Your Majesty is holy."

"Long live sir!"

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