"Is he gone?"

The eunuch hurried back to the palace and met the emperor who ruled the empire.

Wanli leaned on the chair obliquely, staring at the two figures not far away, one big and one small, and when he saw the eunuch coming back, he glanced at him casually and asked.

"Your Majesty, that Zhang Yicheng has already left after listening to the words of the slave and the maid, and after kowtowing on the ground to thank him."

The eunuch replied respectfully, and then glanced to the side, where Yan Chenhao was teaching Zhu Changxun, the king of blessings, to read.

However, his eyes were closed as soon as he was away, and he was obviously used to such situations.

"Hmph, he's still a little bold." Wanli let out a soft snort from his nose. He naturally saw Zhang Yicheng's intentions.

However, it is not disgusting, no matter what, from kneeling down in the morning and setting sun, this persistence and sincerity are still commendable. Originally, he did have the idea of arresting the people who were close to Gu Boyang, not that he really felt that they were Gu Boyang's comrades, but simply wanted to deter everyone and tell them that their authority should not be violated.

Now he was moved by Zhang Yicheng, and his mind was extinguished a lot, but he felt that he could use this person to send some signals to stabilize the world's mind.

However, soon, Zhang Yicheng or something was left behind by him - Zhu Changxun finished the day's study and walked over to him.

"How did you study today?" Wanli asked with a smile, reaching out to stroke the top of the boy's head.

"After learning "University", Master Yan told me "Historical Records" again."

Fifteen-year-old Zhu Changxun is like a little adult, he straightens his waist, and replied with a serious face, the brocade is close to his body, he has never wasted exercising when he is studying, which makes his figure quite moderate, with that face, it looks very eye-catching.

Recalling his eldest son who was always hunched over, fat and a little unconfident, the contrast was stark, and Wanli's affection for the second son in front of him increased.

"Reading is not a dead book, it must be able to combine with reality...... Well, that's right, my father will test you. ”

Wanli smiled and said:

"I think you've heard of the 'Demon Book' recently, right? Now that the Father has arrested all the people who are causing the rebellion, tell me how to deal with it? ”

When the words fell, Zhu Changxun was still thinking, but Yan Chenhao's body tightened.

For a dynasty that has passed the pioneering period, what the emperor wants to hear should be an answer that is inclined to benevolence, such as only punishing the evil and interceding for others.

A benevolent emperor has a great role in the stability of the dynasty, and the Central Plains Dynasty, which is deeply influenced by Confucian culture, generally recognizes Emperor Wen more.

But Zhu Changxun will most likely not answer like this.

He still remembered that he once told Zhu Changxun the story in "Water Margin", and when he entered Song Jiang and others to be recruited, his reaction was like this:

"The monarchs and ministers of the Song Dynasty are really incompetent, and they actually bend their waists for a group of bandits."

Xiao Zhu Changxun's face was full of disdain:

"One hundred and eight people in Liangshan, named heroes, are actually thieves and troubles the world...... If anyone finds out that there is a corrupt official and uses lynching to kill him, then the world must be in chaos! ”

"The repeated defeat of the official army has made the court lose face, if the rebellion is not quelled, where is the majesty of the court? If you recruit in this way, you will give others the illusion that you will be the king from now on! ”

"If it were me, I would never compromise with him, and I would definitely train a strong army and fight it to the end! Just a water Boliang Mountain, the emperor sits on the world, can't he beat it? ”

"I will follow the example of Emperor Taizu and repeatedly conquer Mongolia until Liangshan is pacified, kill all the bandits, and spread the word to the world!"

In his small body, a deafening voice came out.

Although "Water Margin" is just a fictional story, it can also be seen from Zhu Changxun's answer that he has extraordinary power in his bones.

He also persuaded at that time that the emperor should look at the overall situation and consider it holistically, and sometimes thieves should not be used, and at the same time, they should always have a heart of mercy, but Zhu Changxun did not think so - that was the first time Zhu Changxun refuted his teacher, after all, he was fifteen years old and had his own thoughts.

However, Wanli doesn't necessarily dislike it - after all, he is his favorite son, so he naturally brings a filter.

Thinking of this, Yan Chenhao relaxed slightly, raised his head and looked at Zhu Changxun.

And Wanli looked at him with encouraging eyes.

Under the gaze of the two, Zhu Changxun thought for a while, and then replied respectfully:

"My father, Gu Xiancheng, the two brothers, wrote the demon book, criticized the government, disturbed the Ming Dynasty, and even had bad thoughts, which are extremely hateful, and these two people are unforgivable. But—"

He hesitated for a moment and said:

"Others, just bewitched. As the saying goes, 'those who don't know are not guilty', and the reason why they obey the Gu brothers is also because of their hearts, just for the court. They may not like their sons, but they are loyal ministers of the Ming Dynasty! ”

"Erchen thinks that it is more appropriate to give a light punishment, reprimand, fine, etc."

The words stunned everyone present, Wanli and the eunuchs were stunned by King Fu's words - the demon book, but it was for Zhu Changxun! Once successful, those who are so-called "bewitched" are accomplices! This situation was forgiven by the prince with a generous heart, and there was only such a small punishment, how benevolent this is! Thinking of the usual Fu Wang's treatment of his subordinates, they only thought of another person in their hearts - Renzong Zhu Gaochi.

And Yan Chenhao, the point of shock is not the same as theirs.

"Good, good, good!" Emperor Wanli was the first to react, laughing and applauding:

"My son's heart, I know! My son's kindness has come to this point, which is really the luck of the Ming Dynasty, the luck of the Ming Dynasty! ”

The clever eunuchs next to him immediately opened their mouths to praise, and for a while, the hall was full of praise, but Zhu Changxun bowed deeply, without the slightest emotion on his face, which attracted Wanli's approving eyes.

No one noticed Yan Chenhao's slightly furrowed brows and thoughtful eyes on the side.

Wanli and King Fu talked a few more words, and Concubine Zheng Guifei walked in through the gate, followed by a maidservant. She smiled and said:

"Your Majesty's review of the chapter is really hard, looking at the newly learned soup of the concubine recently...... I made it for Xun'er, so let's try it. ”

The eunuchs immediately stepped forward and arranged the tables and chairs, and the food prepared by Concubine Zheng was immediately placed on the table.

The setting sun shone on them.

Wanli was in a trance for a while.

At this time, he didn't seem to be the emperor who was high, but just the husband of an ordinary family, who had just returned from work, his wife served hot soup, and his son told about his study in the school, everything seemed so warm.

Stroking Zhu Changxun's head, feeling the gentleness of Concubine Zheng beside him, Wanli's eyes were as gentle as water, full of warmth and happiness.

His eyes suddenly became firm, as if he had made a major decision.

This is my family.

I will leave the best for my son.

(End of chapter)