The eighth year of Yongle is destined to be an unusual year.

In February, the Son of Heaven ordered the Emperor Zhuang in the Eight Prefectures of Shuntian to plant all kinds of grain and cultivate grain seeds.

Headed by Chengguo Gong, Dingguo Gong, Wuyang Marquis, and Xincheng Marquis, many nobles have gone up and down, and asked the imperial court to send down grain seeds, and each cultivated and planted in the Imperial Grange.

Zhu Gaoxu, the king of the Han Dynasty, said that he would reclaim the wasteland in Xuanfu and ask his father to allocate good grains.

Zhao Wang Zhu Gaosui did not appear on the table. In April, he will go to the West with the fleet, and he is seizing the time to learn the knowledge of navigation.

The actions of the nobles clearly conveyed a signal that it did not matter whether the grain brought back by the fleet was abundant or not, and it was fundamental to follow the emperor's footsteps wholeheartedly.

Huangzhuang grows grain, and everyone grows grain together.

Huangzhuang has a bumper harvest, and everyone is prosperous. The poor harvest of Huangzhuang does not prevent the favorability of the Son of Heaven from being brushed violently. Even if you lose money, it is worth it to get a sentence from the Son of Heaven that "loyalty is commendable".

The nobles were all like chickens and blood, and launched a vigorous grain planting campaign.

If there is a farm, there is no farmland, or the field has been sown with grain and wheat, so they simply break the ground in their own yard.

Ornamental flowers and trees, can be seen but not eaten, there is no use, all - pull - off.

Free up the land, pick up the hoe, turn the ground, and farm!

The people of the capital thought that these officials and masters had taken the wrong medicine, but after several inquiries, they were all moved to learn that it was the Son of Heaven who ordered them to cultivate grain to satisfy the people's hunger and benefit the people of the world.

Emperor Yongle's reputation among the people soon reached an unprecedented height, and he had the potential to catch up with his father Zhu Yuanzhang. All kinds of criticism caused by snatching his nephew's throne gradually died down in the praise.

In the minds of the common people, what is the son of sainthood?

Wenzhi and martial arts are world-famous, and hundreds of officials praise them, but they are too far away from them. Only by really thinking about the people, so that the people have enough food and clothing, and will not be displaced in the event of natural disasters, and sell their daughters, can they be holy and virtuous.

In response to the eighteen mansions of Tian, it was said that some county residents and elders were vying to praise the benevolence of the Son of Heaven, and there were folk Confucians who spoke for the Son of Heaven.

"The Son of Heaven is holy, and the blessings of all the people!"

There are some prefectures and counties Yamen found "auspicious", presented to the imperial front, said that the son of heaven Shengming, the river Qinghai Yan, the sky descended auspicious, is the blessing of the world.

Treating the two kinds of music, Zhu Di's attitude is completely different.

The former must be praised and rewarded by the elderly, and the local officials also have the merit of edification.

The latter slapped back directly. Emperor Yongle started with "auspicious signs", and he knows better than anyone what the so-called "auspicious signs" are.

From the accession to the throne to the present, the "auspicious rui" presented to the emperor is unknown, except for a few, they have all been beaten back as they were. Therefore, there are not a few local officials who have been reprimanded and lost their posts, and they still don't know the lesson, but they still report it with auspiciousness, and they are really looking for their own fans.

From February to March, there was an uproar in the court around the planting of grain. Even King Zhao was about to go abroad and go to the West with the fleet.

Zhu Gaosui was very depressed, it turned out that his sense of storage was so low?

Depressed, he went to Xingningbo's house to eat twice in three days to find a balance.

Meng was depressed. Listening to the news from his family, King Zhao came to the door again, and he began to seriously consider the feasibility of moving to the Dingguo Mansion to live permanently and nailing the gate of the Bofu.

"Xingningbo, Lone is here again!"

A very familiar sentence, in Meng's mind, was automatically replaced with "XXX, I'm back XXX!" ”

Forty-five corners looking at the sky, I have a headache.

No matter how unhappy he was, Meng also had to get up to greet him, smile and invite someone into the main hall, so that he could entertain him.

Bofu's family went to the dining room early to inform them that today's lunch must be more delicate.

Zhu Gaosui is not alone, but also with the little boy Zhu Zhanji and the three-headed Zhu Zhanji.

One prince, two sons. Replaced by ordinary people, they blow the horn and set off firecrackers in the morning, and they are full of light!

Meng could only press the green tendons that jumped up at the corners of his forehead, and pressed them again and again.

King Zhao has rough skin and thick meat, and often opens a gang at his own house, and he can pass it with three or four elbows. The green boy and the three-headed body are different, in case something goes wrong, does he still want to live? How many years have my thighs been hugged in vain!

"Less insurance."

pressed the green tendons too much focused, and when he heard Zhu Zhanyan's voice, Meng couldn't react immediately. After three sounds, he stabilized his feelings and smiled gently, "What's the matter with the son?" ”

"I heard Uncle Wang say that the emperor's grandfather rewarded Shaobao with a sheep." Zhu Zhan's eyes lit up.

Musia sheep? Meng rolled his eyes and understood, alpaca.

"What does the prince want to see?"

"Yes." Zhu Zhanyan nodded, "There are also beasts-rooms in the palace, but the imperial grandmother didn't allow me to go, saying that there are tigers and leopards, and it is better to be older." I heard Uncle Wang say that this kind of sheep is very interesting, and it is ...... to keep it."

The voice was elongated, and Uncle Meng couldn't hold it.

Thinking about it carefully, Queen Xu was also a little unbearable, so she let King Zhao take the three heads out of the palace.

Thicker and darker, Emperor Yongle rewarded the alpaca, didn't he expect it to be today?

Shake your head, or don't overthink it.

"Son, please move."

With Zhu Zhanji, Zhu Zhanji naturally can't be left behind, Zhu Gaosui doesn't need to be greeted, and takes the initiative to follow.

The alpaca is a gift from the Son of Heaven and a living creature, and Meng specially arranged for two family members to take care of it.

The martial arts arena between the two and three halls is separated by a small piece, and a fence is erected around it, and someone cleans it every morning and evening, and a fluffy alpaca is lying on its stomach in the corner, leisurely chewing grass.

"It's a sheep?"

Zhu Zhanyan stood by the fence, not tall enough, stepping on his feet, it was just as difficult, and he was directly picked up by Zhu Gaosui. Meng took a slow step, and he couldn't help but choke. Seeing that Zhu Zhanji was also full of interest, he pursed his lips and said some interesting things about alpacas.

"According to the family, the habit of sheep is very interesting. Would you like to take a closer look? ”

Zhu Zhanji was obviously moved, "Is it okay?" ”

"Naturally." Meng smiled, "But you have to wait for your family to tie the leash, and you can only see but not touch." ”

"Lone knows." Zhu Zhanji said, "Recently, I have learned the Fanbang language with Master Wang, and I have gained a little. When the emperor's grandfather summoned overseas fans, Lone was also there. From the mouth of the fan, it is known that the mutton is edible, and the fur can be made into clothing, but it cannot be camelped, let alone ridden. ”

Zhu Zhanji said seriously, but Meng was embarrassed.

Shouldn't you sigh that the old Zhu family has a strong IQ and first-class learning ability? With Zhu Zhanji's speed of learning "foreign languages", he can definitely be called a genius. At this moment, he seemed to be able to understand what kind of mood Xia Shangshu was in when he was repeatedly hit by Zhu Zhanyan.

As they spoke, two family members who were caring for the alpacas walked into the fence and put a rope around the alpaca. The alpaca was a little restless, but it was quickly calmed down, and when the family brought the feed that was quietly blended, it became quieter.

"Alright, the prince can come closer."

Zhu Zhanyan was put on the ground, took the initiative to hold Zhu Gaosui's hand, his big eyes did not blink, and his face was clearly written: I want to touch. Although Zhu Zhanji is steady, he is still a child in the end, and his appearance at this moment is not much different from Zhu Zhanji.

Meng didn't dare to take risks, so he was ruthless, ignoring the thirst and hope in the four big eyes, and invited the person back to the second hall.

The little boy and the three-headed body turned back one step at a time, and Uncle Meng suddenly felt that he had become a villain.

What is this called!

Palace

In the Xinuan Pavilion of Fengtian Palace, Bai Yan played back his light steps, walked to the front of the palace, and said softly: "Your Majesty." ”

"Speak."

"His Royal Highness King Zhao took the two princes out of the palace and went to Xingningbo Mansion."

"I know." Zhu Di snorted angrily, "If it weren't for the queen to stop me, I would definitely whip him!" ”

Bai Yan bowed his head and didn't make a sound.

"Let's go." Zhu Di put down the song, clenched his fists, and clicked a few crisp sounds, "I have been tired of staying in Beijing for the past few days." You go and arrange it, and I will also go out of the palace. ”

In Zhu Di's dictionary, there is no word "house" at all. Seven out of the side plug, the north and south of the capital back and forth, can best reflect this.

I can't sit still at home, so I always have to go out for a walk to feel comfortable. Although, this comfort is often built on the sorrow of the neighbors......

"The slave obeys."

Bai Yanhui didn't dare to say anything and ask the Son of Heaven to think twice, he knew very well that there were some things that Zheng He could do, Hou Xian could do, but he couldn't, even Wang Jinghong. It boils down to two words, seniority.

When arranging the travel escort, he happened to meet Yang Duo, the commander of the Jinyi Guard, who came to perform the matter, and the Marquis of Wuyang was summoned to come on the way. As a result, the team that went to Meng's house to eat instantly expanded more than twice.

"The car is simple, don't play the honor guard, don't make too much noise."

Zhu Di dared to lead only two guards out of the palace on horseback, and dared to pretend to be crazy to grab food at the people's homes, he said that he would not play the honor guard, and no one dared to refute it, saying that it was not in line with the rules.

A eunuch went to Bofu first to inform him that the royal car was coming.

Meng is a little stupid, what day is today, the prince and the prince are not counted, and the emperor is here? Or did he go out a few days ago and accidentally bumped into a fairy?

"It's important to take the ride."

Zhu Gaosui reminded him, and Meng immediately returned to reality from speechlessness.

When the Son of Heaven comes, the main door must be opened. No matter how small the movement is, it is eye-catching enough. The whole street was inhabited by ordinary people, and the news spread quickly.

"The Son of Heaven is coming to Xingningbo Mansion?"

"Could it be that the DPRK is going to make a big move again?"

"I haven't heard of anything unusual lately......"

"Don't act rashly, let's see the situation first."

"That makes sense."

All kinds of speculations have come out, but no one has ever guessed that there is an option that is closest to the truth, called "rubbing rice".

When Zhu Di arrived, Meng knelt down in front of the door to greet him.

As soon as he pulled the reins, Zhu Di turned over and dismounted, and said with a smile: "Get up, the family doesn't have to be so polite." ”

"The minister is terrified."

"Alright." Zhu Di looked at the gate of Bofu, and then turned his head to look next door, "The door plaque of Xuan'er's house was mentioned by my relatives, and I will change it for the Qing family another day." ”

Meng: "......"

I want to say that I understand it, but it obviously can't be. Wild grass is also a holy grace.

The only option, salute, thanksgiving.

"Your Majesty, please."

Meng Rang to the side, his eyes swept over Xu Zengshou, who was two steps away from Emperor Yongle and dismounted, and then looked behind him, Yang Duo, who was dressed in a red brocade dress and had a gold medal hanging from his waist. It is estimated that after today, his family's granary will definitely go down a lot.

Looking up at the sky, I really have to go back to Beijing early, and the money bag is safe.

On that day, the chef of Bofu showed eighteen kinds of martial arts, and finally lost the title of "Xingning Bo guy eats well". Zhu Di gnawed off two elbows by himself, and Zhu Zhanji and Zhu Zhanji both ate an extra bowl of rice.

After the meal, the two cousins went hand in hand to see the alpacas, and by the way, they ate and ate by the way.

Xu Zengshou went out together under the pretext of excuse, and Yang Duo also knew the opportunity to retreat.

The door was closed, Zhu Di picked up the teacup and blew it gently, Meng suddenly began to beat the drum in his heart, and always felt that the Son of Heaven's trip was not just for food.

"Hinningbo."

"The minister is here."

"I've seen your invitation the day before yesterday."

"Yes."

"I don't understand." Zhu Di put down the teacup, his eyes were slightly downcast, "Why do you want to return the iron coupon?" ”

There was no joy or anger in the words, Meng suddenly tightened his nerves, and Zhu Gaosui's face was full of surprise. Meritorious iron coupons, how many courtiers can't ask for it, and they want to pay it back?

Meng knew that today was a difficult time, and if he couldn't get through, he would definitely lose his sacred heart. In the past, even if he was not there, the Meng family could glorify three generations.

"Your Majesty," Meng knelt on the ground, "If you want to return the iron coupons, please ask Your Majesty for permission." ”

"Oh?" Zhu Di said, "Do you know that offering iron coupons is not a major crime, and you can avoid death?" ”

"Back to Your Majesty, the minister knows."

"Then do you know that if I am displeased, you will be condemned for disrespect?"

"Hui Majesty xià, minister ......"

Meng's face turned pale, and cold sweat broke out on his forehead.

He really didn't expect this!

The emperor's reward is not something you want. In the same way, the reward given by the emperor is not something that can be repaid if you want to.

"Father's ......"

Zhu Gaosui wanted to say two good words for Meng, but he heard Zhu Di snort coldly, "You shut up and let him say it himself." ”

King Zhao shut up. But there are also eight points that are sure that the father will not really cure Xingningbo's crimes. This kind of tone and attitude is clearly only for "your own people".

"Your Majesty allows the ministers to play, and the ministers hand in the iron coupons, it is really not disrespectful to Your Majesty, and the ministers will never dare!"

"Why is that?"

"Your Majesty, the minister starts from the cloth, and relies on His Majesty's kindness to have today."

Zhu Di's face improved.

"When he was young, he heard the teachings of his teacher, and heard the proverbs of his majesty in Yanzhong, and knew that he studied hard, practiced martial arts diligently, learned a skill, and was down-to-earth. The glory of the ancestors may be able to protect half of their lives, but they cannot preserve the eternal life. ”

Zhu Di nodded slowly, he did say something similar.

"His Majesty appreciated it, and the ministers were reckless and honored, so that the widowed mother was honored, and the brother was sealed. and glory to the village. Ranchen also knows that there are two sides to the matter. One person is glorious, one is glorious, and one is glorious, which is a blessing for the children of the family, but there is also a hidden crisis. ”

"Oh?" Zhu Di's eyes froze, "What do you mean?" Could it be that the official is wrong to bless the descendants? ”

"Your Majesty, the minister thinks that people are inert. One generation is honored, but it does not mean that one generation is honored. The minister does not dare to compare with the noble family, but he also hopes that the people in the family can cultivate and study from generation to generation, preserve the fundamentals, and learn to progress. The iron coupon given by His Majesty is a great honor for the ministers. However, the minister can't guarantee that the children of the clan are all diligent and good, once there are unscrupulous children who defy the law and are blessed with iron coupons, how will they deal with the bitter master? ”

Zhu Di's brows furrowed.

"If the descendants do not seek to be motivated, indulge in pleasure, only take pride in boasting about the achievements of their ancestors, and are not ashamed of not learning and not knowing, they can't write chapters, they can't go into battle, they don't know Tian Sang, they don't know hunger and cold, how can the family continue in the long run?"

Zhu Di's expression became more and more strict, and Zhu Gaosui also sat solemnly, his eyes blazing.

"A minister will not have a son in this life, nor will he receive an heir. Ranchen has a brother, and in a few years, he may have nephews and nephews. The minister does not want the children and grandchildren of the family not to seek progress and become a generation of beetles. The minister asked His Majesty to take back the iron coupons, and then asked His Majesty to make it clear that the title of the minister should not be passed on to his nephew, nephew, or clan. If the children of the Meng family want to advance, they need to learn with real talent and forge a future! ”

After finishing his words in one breath, Meng knelt down and paused, just waiting for Emperor Yongle to fall.

The room is quiet, and you can hear the pins dropping.

After a long time, Zhu Di suddenly slapped the armrest of the circle chair, "Okay, I'm ready!" ”

The pressure accumulated on the top of the head suddenly dissipated, and the tense nerves were instantly relaxed.

Meng closed his eyes forcefully, and then opened them, clearly knowing that he had finally passed this level.

Outside the door, Shen Xuan was dressed in a crimson official uniform, her lips were pursed, and her eyes became deeper and deeper.

Yang Duo stood sideways, his eyes flashed slightly, and he said, "Grandpa Guo is enviable. ”

Shen Xuan hooked the corners of his lips, "Thank you." ”

Commander Yang's words are somewhat headless and endless. Ding Guogong's answer is just as confusing.

The Jinyi guard and Guogong's personal guards on the spot couldn't help but take half a step back, and inexplicably felt that the side of Dingguo Gong and Yang Commander was very unsafe.

After Emperor Yongle returned to the palace, he immediately issued an order to withdraw the iron coupons of Xingningbo's meritorious heroes and commend Xingningbo's loyalty.

Hearing that the Son of Heaven had withdrawn the Xingningbo iron coupon, but there was no punishment, but there were many rewards, and there was an uproar in Beijing.

At the same time, sea ships carrying corn and potatoes have reached Tianjin.

At the port, ox carts and horse-drawn carts line up to collect the seeds.

In addition to the grain transport officers and soldiers on the ship, there were three eunuchs, and after getting off the ship, they were escorted by the border army to Xingzhouwei.

Soon, Meng Qingjiang, who was in Weituntian, Xingzhou, received an edict authorizing him to be transferred from the five deputy thousand households to Huangzhuang in Baoding Mansion and lead a Huangzhuang guard. Meng Qingyi, who was in Beijing, was rewarded with 500 acres of fertile land, 600 pieces of treasure money, and 100 horses of cloth.

The Meng clan also ushered in the holy decree, and after the angel left, a plaque of "diligence" was enshrined in the ancestral hall.

After reading Meng's handwritten letter, the patriarch of the Meng clan and the clan elders discussed to revise the clan rules, where there are children who are not good, do not learn countless things, or bully others, the light ones will close the ancestral hall, and teach with the "Great Message", and the heavy ones will be crossed out of the family tree and expelled from the clan.

In mid-March, the Han king Zhu Gaoxu returned to Xuanfu. Before he could give the order to summon the border people and the herdsmen who belonged to him to reclaim the wasteland, the border chimney suddenly ignited a beacon fire.

Arutai, who had not been seen for a long time, finally appeared.