Three days later. Inside the back garden of the Royal Palace.

Zhu Yuanzhang and Li Shanchang walked in it together.

"Good man, we read the terms of the new deal you drafted last night, and they are very good, especially the migration and cultivation sections, which are very interesting, who came up with this?"

Listening to Zhu Yuanzhang's words and praise, Li Shanchang also smiled, and then said: "The minister asks the emperor to guess." ”

Hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang began to ponder, and said slowly: "It's not Liu Bowen, it's Lu Chang!" ”

Hearing this, Li Shanchang suddenly said, "Why doesn't the emperor guess the ministers? ”

Zhu Yuanzhang was happy and said: "If you had this idea, you would have told us a long time ago, and it was definitely not you." ”

Li Shanchang also immediately responded: "The emperor is Mingjian, but the migration and cultivation are neither Liu Bowen nor Lu Chang, they are all proposed by Hu Weiyong." ”

Zhu Yuanzhang was stunned: "Oh? Does this person have such insight? ”

Li Shanchang said with a smile: "This is all forced by the emperor." ”

Zhu Yuanzhang asked, "Why do you say that?" ”

Li Shanchang said: "After the establishment of the Yuan Dynasty, isn't Hu Weiyong without a position and a position? The court was full of excitement, but he was lonely, concentrating on reading, reading the excerpts of the past dynasties of the imperial court to govern and raise agriculture and mulberry, by the way, didn't the emperor also let him study? ”

"After reading it three times and reading it twice, I figured out the terms of migration and farming."

Hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang pondered: "Wow, it seems that this person can withstand grievances, withstand hardships, is a loyal minister, and is also a talented official." ”

Hearing this, Li Shanchang knew that Hu Weiyong's reinstatement was a play.

In particular, the sentence that can withstand grievances represents a lot of meaning.

Li Shanchang hurriedly said: "The emperor is Mingjian! ”

However, now that Hu Weiyong's matter is finished, it is time to talk about his own affairs.

Taking advantage of the fact that the whole country is now in ruins, and Zhu Yuanzhang is happy, Li Shanchang hurriedly continued: "Your Majesty, if you want to implement a new policy, you must rebuild Zhongshu Province, so as to lead all ministries, implement the emperor's will as a whole, and strictly implement the new policy. ”

"And now, Zhongshu Province is still an empty shelf, with neither a prime minister nor a subordinate."

Hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang immediately shirked and said, "Isn't there you Li Xiangguo." ”

But Li Shanchang said: "Your Majesty, the minister's position is just a fictitious position, and the minister's actual position is still a metropolitan matter, and even this metropolitan matter was appointed by the emperor during the palace period." ”

"Your Majesty, the ministers really can't resist it."

Listening to Li Shanchang's words, although nominally he couldn't resist it, he was actually asking Zhu Yuanzhang for a position.

The smile on Zhu Yuanzhang's face gradually disappeared, and he said slowly: "Understood." ”

However, Zhu Yuanzhang finally held back the dislike in his heart, after all, now all the big and small affairs need to be handled by Li Shanchang, and said with a smile: "Shanchang, you still have to resist for a while, ah, in a few days, we will immediately appoint officials at all levels in Zhongshu Province." ”

Hearing this, Li Shanchang immediately smiled and said, "Minister, obey the order!" ”

But he didn't hear it at all, Zhu Yuanzhang was talking about appointing officials at all levels, and he didn't directly say that Li Shanchang would appoint the prime minister of Zhongshu Province!

At this moment, Erhu suddenly came behind Zhu Yuanzhang and said, "Your Majesty, Liu Bowen has recovered from his illness, and he has come to thank the emperor for his leave." ”

Hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang's face turned straight and said, "What about people? ”

Erhu said: "The inner court is waiting." ”

Seeing this, Li Shanchang on the side immediately said: "Your Majesty, the minister retires." ”

Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and said, "Go ahead." ”

As Li Shanchang retreated, Zhu Yuanzhang's face changed instantly.

The expression that was happy just now is now gloomy.

He handed the Ruyi in his hand into the hands of the second tiger, but his eyes squinted at the back of Li Shanchang leaving.

I secretly said in my heart: Good elder, you are clearly asking us for authority, the more you ask for it, the more we will not give it to you!

At this time, Zhu Yuanzhang gradually realized the complex relationship between the gentlemen and the prime ministers.

Although the power of the emperor is monstrous, this power can only be exercised through his subordinates.

At the same time, it is also necessary to complete the governance of the country through subordinates.

And this Xiangguo is an important link in this power from top to bottom, which can be described as one person below and above ten thousand people.

How to use such a person is something that has been considered by kings of all ages.

And today's important position of Li Shanchang also made Zhu Yuanzhang feel a little sense of urgency.

Li Shanchang, who has the support of the Huaixi family behind him, seems to have some threats to him, the emperor.

Now he, Zhu Yuanzhang, can still rely on his prestige in Huaixi to deter everyone, but what about the future.

As Li Shanchang's relationship with these people becomes closer and closer, and his emperor and brothers become more and more alienated, and more and more offended because of their identity, will these people still stand firmly behind him Zhu Yuanzhang?

Without their support, he, Zhu Yuanzhang, would no longer have control over Li Shanchang.

This made Zhu Yuanzhang's idea of splitting power more and more determined.

On the main hall of the Royal Palace.

Zhu Yuanzhang walked back and forth above the main hall, and said to Liu Bowen in the hall: "Our court has two major characteristics, one is a proud soldier, and the other is a Huaixi man. ”

"At first, they conquered the world for us, okay! But now, they serve as the departments of the imperial court and are in charge of the three armies of the water and land, which is both good and bad. Why? ”

Speaking of this, Zhu Yuanzhang snapped his fingers and said: "Nostalgia, hometown, folks, township party!" What are the words of stacking together, this is the imperial court, not the temple or ancestral hall. ”

Liu Bowen, who heard this, immediately understood that Zhu Yuanzhang had gradually realized the many problems caused by too many men in Huaixi.

However, he hurriedly said: "The emperor sees it!" ”

did not accept Zhu Yuanzhang's stubble, showing an attitude of staying out of the way.

And Zhu Yuanzhang didn't wait for Liu Bowen's answer, which was also a little embarrassing.

Then he pointed to the chair and said, "Sit." ”

At the same time, he picked up what he had just said, and said: "Therefore, let's think about it, upgrade the Yushitai to the Metropolitan Procuratorate, break away from the jurisdiction of Zhongshu Province, and directly obey the emperor's orders and obey our orders." ”

As he spoke, he pointed at Liu Bowen and said, "Order you to serve as the imperial history of the left capital of the Imperial Procuratorate, and supervise all the officials inside and outside the court as one." From the prime minister of Zhongshu Province to the provincial, state, government, and county officials, including the soldiers of the three armies of the water and land, you have the power to oversee! ”

"Remember! Especially for those arrogant soldiers, there must be no leniency! ”

Zhu Yuanzhang, who felt that the imperial power was slightly threatened, immediately took out the things he had thought of in advance.

The power to control the officials of the whole country was directly withdrawn, so that he, the emperor, could directly bypass the Zhongshu Province and supervise all the officials.

In this way, to a certain extent, we can avoid the possibility of concealing the upper and lower levels of the Chinese book.

And Liu Bowen, who heard this, was suddenly ecstatic in his heart!

According to what Zhu Yuanzhang said, the position of the Imperial History of the Left Capital of the Metropolitan Procuratorate is not under the jurisdiction of Zhongshu Province, and it can even supervise the prime minister of Zhongshu Province!

This power and status can almost be compared with the prime minister of Zhongshu Province!

The difference is just that they are responsible for different things.

Originally, he was in Zhongshu Province, although his status was not bad, but he was pinched to death by Li Shanchang.

Now, even if he Li Shanchang really becomes the left prime minister of Zhongshu Province in the future.

He, Liu Bowen, is not afraid of the other party at all!

However, while being ecstatic in his heart, Liu Bowen can still clearly understand what he should do at this moment.

He quickly feigned surprise and coughed deeply, taking the time to brew his words.

Then he said anxiously: "Your Majesty! Why do you want a minister to take charge of the Imperial Historical Tower! ”

And Zhu Yuanzhang said: "Because, the Huaixi people can't cure the Huaixi people, their blood is too dense, they have too many concerns, one person just sneezed, and the other person immediately reported the news, Zhang San made a mistake, and Li Siding interceded." ”

"But you Liu Bowen is different, you are not in the same group as them."

After speaking, he deliberately asked, "Do you know who you are with?" ”

Then he pointed to himself and said, "It's with us!" You are a high-minded and arrogant person, and you will never disdain to form a gang, you are not only a minister, but also a minister! Sharp eyes and dare to correct bullets, so yes, the job of the imperial history of the left capital belongs to you! ”

Although Zhu Yuanzhang praised Liu Bowen all the time, what he really wanted to say was.

Those few people under you Liu Bowen, what kind of gang to pull, what kind of faction to form with, without the support of our Zhu Yuanzhang, you will be played to death by Li Shanchang every minute.

If you don't join us, who can you follow?

What a minister, a minister, but just a lonely minister.

And Liu Bowen was also playing tricks, and said with an anxious face: "Your Majesty, this is an errand sitting on the stove, and the minister is really ........"

But the more Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Liu Bowen and shirked it, the more he liked him, and immediately interrupted Liu Bowen's words and said, "Don't listen!" ”

"We don't listen to all the words of humility!"

"You should think about it right now, the candidates for the officials of the Metropolitan Procuratorate, tomorrow, or the day after tomorrow, we will announce your appointment at the court meeting!"

Zhu Yuanzhang said a word.

Seeing this, Liu Bowen also shut up.

And Zhu Yuanzhang saw that Liu Bowen's attitude was relaxed, so he said again: "Bowen, are you worried about us?" Tell you, you're in power now! One person is below ten thousand people! Don't worry, go on a bold errand! No matter who you play, we trust you and support you! ”

Hearing this, Liu Bowen also understood that he could no longer shirk, so he arched his hand to Zhu Yuanzhang and said, "Minister, lead the order!" ”

Seeing Liu Bowen once again being forced to compromise by himself, Zhu Yuanzhang's face finally showed a smile.

At the same time, in this way, he Zhu Yuanzhang also has the means to balance Zhongshu Province.

The power of the province of Zhongshu was divided.

The threat of Zhongshu Province to his own emperor has weakened a lot.

After leaving the palace hall.

Zhu Yuanzhang has done a lot of big things today, this thing has been done properly and smoothly, and his mood is naturally comfortable.

As he came to the gate of Ma Xiuying's palace, he shouted happily from afar: "Open the meal!" Sister! Hurry up and start eating! We're starving! ”

But as soon as he walked to the door, he saw Xu Da sitting in front of Ma Xiuying in the house.

Seeing this, Zhu Yuanzhang immediately said: "The third brother is also here." Just right, eat together. ”

But Xu Da said: "Superior, we have eaten." ”

Zhu Yuanzhang said indifferently: "What's wrong with eating again." ”

And Ma Xiuying on the side also said in a timely manner: "Xu Da is here to discuss with me about the marriage of his children." ”

Hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang was pleasantly surprised: "Really! That's right, let's have a drink! Let's go, girl, let's go! ”

Seeing the happy appearance of the two brothers, Ma Xiuying also walked out with a smile on her face.

Dinner.

Zhu Yuanzhang was eating vegetables, and said to Xu Da beside him: "Third brother, about getting married, we have an idea." We haven't told the girl yet, so I'll tell you first. Next year, Di'er will be sixteen, and after marriage, we want to crown him a king, and your eldest daughter will become a princess. ”

After speaking, Zhu Yuanzhang took care of himself and was happy.

Xu Da, who was on the side, hurriedly said, "Thank you, Your Majesty." ”

But Ma Xiuying, who was sitting on the side, said indifferently: "You don't have to thank him, he is not for his daughter-in-law, but for his own son." ”

Zhu Yuanzhang, who heard this, immediately said: "You have seen a lot of words." ”

After saying that, he smiled again.

And Xu Da picked up the wine glass, saluted Zhu Yuanzhang, and said to Ma Xiuying: "Sister-in-law." ”

After saying that, drink it all.

After drinking, Zhu Yuanzhang talked about today's happy events and said: "Today, let's let that Liu Bowen serve as the imperial historian of the capital, and let him supervise the officials at all levels inside and outside the court." ”

After speaking, he showed a smug look.

And Xu Da also praised very cooperatively: "Okay! This guy is good! ”

But Ma Xiuying asked: "Did Liu Bowen accept the order?" ”

Zhu Yuanzhang immediately turned pale when he heard this, and said, "He dares not to accept the order!" ”

After speaking, he continued: "At first, we hated his arrogance, and always felt that if this courtier didn't love money, didn't greed for power, and didn't lust, it would be difficult to control. Since ancient times, it has been easy to control the army and the people, but this is the most difficult. ”

Ma Xiuying on the side also said: "It's like this wine jug, if you don't have a handle, it's not easy to use, isn't it?" ”

Zhu Yuanzhang immediately smiled: "Yes, what the sister said is good, that is, don't put this smart old man on the table in the future." Ah, we men speak, you, listen. ”

Hearing this, there are also old acquaintances at this banquet, and Ma Xiuying doesn't care about Zhu Yuanzhang's blame at all, after all, she is too familiar with Zhu Yuanzhang's temperament.

That is, when there are outsiders, show the majesty of a man.

And Zhu Yuanzhang continued: "Later, we finally found a way to control Liu Bowen, he has a meritorious heart, let's give him a name, give him a great reputation!" Let him supervise those arrogant soldiers and generals in one body, and earn a good reputation, so that he has to rely on our emperor. ”

Speaking of this, Zhu Yuanzhang immediately laughed proudly.

When Xu Da heard this, he immediately patted his ass and said, "The upper position is really clever!" ”

But Zhu Yuanzhang sighed when he heard this, and said: "Liu Bowen, we have made proper arrangements, but Li Shanchang's difficulty has come again." ”

"You don't know, today, he directly asked us for authority in front of us." When he said this, Zhu Yuanzhang couldn't help but look at Ma Xiuying when he encountered hardship.

But as soon as he finished speaking, he thought that Xu Da was still on the side, so he regretted it again: "Sister, you should treat this as if you didn't hear it, it's still the old rule, and the inner court is not allowed to interfere in politics." ”

And Ma Xiuying also gave him face in front of Xu Da, and said: "Don't worry, you just didn't hear anything." ”

Speaking of this, Zhu Yuanzhang continued to worry in front of the two of them: "Zhongshu Province, the upper inheritance of the Son of Heaven, the lower six departments and three courts, including the provincial and state capitals. Zhongshu Province Zuo Prime Minister, that is the real Xiangguo, this Li Shanchang, what he wants is this position! ”

"He thinks that he is the first prime minister of the Ming Dynasty."

And Xu Da on the side also said: "We heard about this." This matter has long been boiling in the capital. They all said that he was the only one. ”

The more Xu Da said this, the more worried Zhu Yuanzhang became, and said: "This good man will build momentum, and those Huaixi brothers will build it with him, and the more they make it like this, the more unreliable our hearts will be." ”

Listening to Zhu Yuanzhang's worried words, Ma Xiuying on the side pretended to be chatting casually and said: "Since Liu Bowen can supervise the arrogant generals, the military generals can also supervise the Wenchen Shizi." ”

For Li Shanchang, Ma Xiuying does not have a good impression.

The reason is very simple, this guy is against his own brother!

So at this time, Ma Xiuying's intelligence was immediately brought into play.

However, after finishing speaking, Ma Xiuying hurriedly said: "Ah, you just didn't hear what I said." ”

But Zhu Yuanzhang on the side was suddenly stunned after hearing this.

Tsai carefully tasted the words.

Soon, he suddenly said: "Yes, there is a great prime minister in this world, right in front of him, why didn't we see it?" ”

In the end, he looked directly at Xu Da on the side.

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