Chapter 103 I am willing to stand with a three-foot cold sword in hand and perish with all the evil in the world
"Then we will build a school, implement a dual-track approach, take into account both farming and official careers, and select useful talents for our Ming Dynasty."

Afterwards, Zhu Yuanzhang, after pondering for a while, finally raised his head and looked at Zhu Gangdao.

"Dad, I know what you are thinking."

"You are afraid that after they learn to read and write, they will develop rebellious hearts."

"But my son can tell you, it won't."

"Even if they could read and write, they would not rebel."

"Unless you are like a tyrant and do all kinds of evil, otherwise, they will still respect you like a god!"

"why?"

"Throughout the dynasties, who has ever been willing to let the people read? Only you."

"Because of you, they have the opportunity to study. Because of you, they have the opportunity to change their destiny."

"And there's a saying that goes, 'Everything will turn into its opposite when it reaches its extreme.' The more you suppress something, the faster it will explode."

"Times have changed. If we remain unchanged, it will be a disaster for the Central Plains and for China."

"So be generous and let them read and learn to read!"

"Let them understand what it means to have thousands of houses in Guangxia, to shelter all the poor people in the world and make them happy!"

"It is clear that the country has nurtured scholars for 150 years, and it is time to die for justice today!"

"The wind is howling and the Yi River is cold. Once the warrior leaves, he will never come back!"

"I understand that I am willing to stand with a three-foot cold sword in hand, and perish with all the evil in the world!"

"Understand the will of the Ming Dynasty to reform, no one can shake it!"

Zhu Gang's voice sounded again.

Zhu Yuanzhang naturally understood this, but he just couldn't get over that hurdle, so he still nodded.

"Dad! Your son has understood everything, why are you still pretending to be confused?"

"Since the Ming Dynasty cannot last forever, why are you so stubborn today?"

"Reform is only for the future. In the future, the world will be more peaceful and prosperous!"

"This seed may not sprout in the Ming Dynasty, but it must be established throughout the world!"

"What we want is not the people of the world at hand, but the future of all living things and billions of lives!"

"If this is the case, the Ming Dynasty, which caused the first storm, will perish, but it will always exist in the world."

Zhu Biao suddenly stood up, pointed at his heart, looked at Zhu Yuanzhang and said, "Here! Right here!"

"The Ming Dynasty will never perish. It will live forever, in the hearts of the people!"

"For thousands of years to come, the Ming Dynasty will see bloodshed and reforms only for the people of the world!"

"With this one achievement alone, you will be worthy of the world's praise and will be recorded in history!"

"Because you have done it unprecedentedly!"

"As for the future, let's leave it to the next generation and let them work hard, because this world belongs not only to the Zhu family, but also to everyone in the world."

"Even though I am not your descendant, this world still belongs to the Central Plains and the Han people. This sacrifice is worth it!"

After a pause, Zhu Biao looked directly at Zhu Yuanzhang and said, "Moreover, even if you don't want me to, I will fight for this my whole life, because this is the world peace that I want!"

"Prince Jin, are you willing to help me?"

After another moment, Zhu Biao turned his head to look at Zhu Gang and said softly.

"I am willing to accompany Your Highness on this journey!"

Zhu Gang didn't hesitate at all and just clasped his fists.

The blood of brothers is mixed with each other, so they are blood relatives!
The righteousness of brothers, interacting with each other, is the greatest righteousness!
The times may restrict Zhu Biao's thinking, but it is not Zhu Biao's fault!

This is a mistake from the times!
But if there is a pioneer, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince of the Ming Dynasty, who is pure and filial, would dare to be the first in the world!

From now on, the mistakes of the feudal dynasty can no longer be blamed on Zhu Biao. For the sake of long-term interests, he should act in a just manner and slay the dragon with the sword!

As for right or wrong.

Ha ha.

Zhu Gang and Zhu Biao smiled at the same time.

If we are ordinary people in the world, we must discuss right and wrong!

How ridiculous is this right and wrong!
Just this, having a clear conscience and fearlessness of justice, is enough!

"You think we don't understand?"

"We will understand from the beginning when we start to deal with the gentry in the south of the Yangtze River by allocating taxes on each acre."

"What the Third Brother did was not only for the Ming Dynasty, but also for the people of the world."

"But I never thought that the third brother's plan was so far-reaching. He would lay the foundation for the Ming Dynasty and carry it forward to future generations."

Looking at Zhu Gang and Zhu Biao, Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes flashed with complexity again, and then he slowly spoke.

From the very beginning, Zhu Gang shouted that the Ming Dynasty would not share the world with the literati, but with the people of the world!
In addition, there were the later Ming Baochao reform, the orphanage, the land-based taxation system, the unified tax payment system for officials and gentry, and many other national policy reforms.

Zhu Yuanzhang then understood that Zhu Gang had big ambitions.

It is even more clear that the Zhu family is not going to produce a dragon!
It's a saint!
He is a saint who has never appeared from ancient times to the present!
Because everything Zhu Gang thought about was for the people of the world, not for the gains and losses of one family or one surname!

So, Zhu Yuanzhang hesitated.
The choice between imperial power and family affection was the most difficult choice for Zhu Yuanzhang.

After all, Zhu Yuanzhang understood that following Zhu Gang's reforms would inevitably shake the eternal imperial power.

But Zhu Yuanzhang still did not take any action, and did not get angry for a long time.

why?
Perhaps it is because imperial power cannot suppress human nature, at least it cannot suppress Zhu Yuanzhang’s human nature.

Or perhaps, the hardships he had suffered made Zhu Yuanzhang understand what it means to care about the people and what is good for the people!
So Zhu Yuanzhang acquiesced, acquiesced to this beginning, and the Ming Dynasty would inevitably embark on reform.

Because no one had ever thought that Zhu Yuanzhang, a farmer of pure grassroots origin, would ascend to the highest position in Yingtian Prefecture.

Perhaps the seeds have been planted from here.

The gentry and local tyrants are powerful, but not as strong as imagined.

If you think about it carefully, the times have really changed. From the imperial family to the common people, and to Zhu Yuanzhang, this road of reform has lasted for thousands of years.

If we continue to be conservative, we will be doing a disservice to the changes that have taken place over the past thousands of years.

While thinking, Zhu Yuanzhang sighed again, but finally a relieved smile appeared on his face and he said: "So, little brat, just go for it. No matter what happens, Dad will cover it for you. Follow your wishes and find a way out for the people of this world!"

"After all, this world will eventually be handed over to your brothers, and we can't stop it."

As he spoke, Zhu Yuanzhang stepped forward again, placed his hands on the heads of Zhu Gang and Zhu Biao, and rubbed them gently, just like when Zhu Yuanzhang held Zhu Biao and hugged Zhu Gang as they walked on the road to Fengyang when they were children. The smile between father and son never changed.

And the love he had for the brothers might not be revealed, but throughout his entire life, Zhu Yuanzhang protected his children, silently protecting his and her children.

"father!"

In an instant, Zhu Gang and Zhu Biao's eyes turned red and tears flashed across their eyes.

At this moment, Zhu Gang and Zhu Biao deeply felt the deep and delicate love from their father Zhu Yuanzhang, which transcends imperial power.

This kindness penetrated the majesty of the palace and the halo of power, touched the softest part of their hearts, and made them realize that behind the supreme throne, Zhu Yuanzhang was first and foremost a father who had endless care and love for his children!
This kindness almost made them burst into tears!

"You are all Dad's good sons. I am proud of you!"

Zhu Yuanzhang used his hands to wipe away the tears of Zhu Gang and Zhu Biao, his eyes full of pride!

The father is kind and the son is filial. Just based on this point, Zhu Yuanzhang feels that he is far superior to all the emperors before the Ming Dynasty!
why?
The son was filial. Even though he wanted to bring about reform, he still took his old father's feelings into consideration. As long as Zhu Yuanzhang didn't agree, Zhu Gang would resign his military power, return to Taiyuan, and never rise again in his life!
As a father, how could Zhu Yuanzhang hurt his child's feelings?

Just let them do it! Just let them do it!

Even if they fail, they still have Zhu Yuanzhang and Huaixi to back them up!
So, don’t be afraid of losing, as long as you have your dad around!

At worst, we can start over again. This world will still belong to us, Zhu Yuanzhang!

Zhu Yuanzhang slowly raised his head again, and a strong and domineering aura flashed around him!
Or maybe, this is the confidence that comes from the founding emperor!

"Son will never let you down!" Zhu Gang and Zhu Biao kowtowed to Zhu Yuanzhang several times before speaking solemnly.

"From tomorrow on, I will order Biao'er to supervise the country and Jian'er to assist in governing the country."

Looking at the scene in front of him, Zhu Yuanzhang reached out his hand again, helped his two sons up, and then said with a smile: "As for me, I want to go back to my hometown and take your mother back to see your grandparents."

"it is good!"

Zhu Gang and Zhu Biao said in unison.

"Ah."

Empress Ma nodded gently and did not refute, but she said: "Before you set off, you must first arrange the marriage for the third son, and there should be etiquette, no one can be missing!"

"That's natural."

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded without even thinking about it.

"By the way, I want to ask my brother-in-law to go to the ceremony for the bride price and the imperial edict announcing the marriage for us."

After a pause, Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Empress Ma again.

"Then you probably have to go there in person."

In response to this, Queen Ma thought about it and nodded.

"Uncle."

Zhu Gang and Zhu Biao spoke in unison.

Li Zhen.

The father of Cao Guogong Li Wenzhong, and also the husband of Zhu Yuanzhang's elder sister Zhu Funu!
When Zhu Yuanzhang founded the country, he conferred the title of Enqin Hou on Li Zhen.

In the third year of Hongwu, Li Zhen was further conferred the titles of Ronglu Doctor, Fuma Duwei, You Zhuguo, and Cao Guogong!

It is also the only family in the Ming Dynasty with two dukes!

Moreover, Zhu Yuanzhang respected Li Zhen very much. This was also because of Li Zhen's love for Zhu Yuanzhang when he was young. Therefore, after Zhu Yuanzhang became emperor, he took the best care of Li Zhen among all his relatives.

Therefore, inviting this person to be the envoy to go to the Xie family to read the imperial edict and deliver the decree is definitely the highest honor in the Ming Dynasty!
“It’s a bit”

Zhu Gang was about to speak, but was interrupted by Zhu Yuanzhang: "Your uncle has sent you a betrothal gift, don't you want it?"

"Of course I am willing, but my uncle is old and still takes care of me, so I feel a little bit."

Zhu Gang waved his hands quickly, but still hesitated to speak.

"Just do as we wish."

Zhu Yuanzhang still waved his hand.

"Ok."

Zhu Gang knew that he could not defeat Zhu Yuanzhang, so he hesitated for a moment, then nodded.

"Your Majesty, thank you for your arrival."

At this moment, Wang Jinghong bowed and entered the palace.

"Ah."

Hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang nodded slightly and waved his hand to let Xie Cheng in.

"Then, son, will you go first?"

In response to this, Zhu Gang spoke again.

"Let's go to the side hall."

Zhu Yuanzhang thought about it and pointed to the side hall.

"Ah."

Zhu Gang stood up immediately.

"Boss, stay."

Just as Zhu Biao stood up, Zhu Yuanzhang spoke again.

"it is good."

Although Zhu Biao didn't understand the meaning, he still stayed.

"Your servant Xie Cheng, kowtows to Your Majesty, Your Majesty, and Your Highness the Crown Prince."

It was also at this time that Xie Cheng bowed and walked in, and looked at Zhu Yuanzhang, Empress Ma, and Zhu Biao.

"There are no outsiders here, so let's change the name."

Zhu Yuanzhang glanced at Xie Cheng and said, "Please take a seat."

"Thank you, sir."

Xie Cheng also took advantage of the situation and sat on the chair brought by the maid before expressing his gratitude.

"Wang Jinghong, announce the decree."

Seeing Xie Cheng sitting down, Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Wang Jinghong and said.

After a pause, Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Xie Cheng and said, "Just sit down and listen to my orders. There's no need to be polite since there are no outsiders here."

"Thank you, sir."

Xie Cheng was a little flattered.

But he also understood that this favor was not just between old brothers, but also the shadow of Jin Wang Zhu Gang.

Otherwise, who would be able to sit down and receive the imperial edict?

After all, it is well known that Zhu Yuanzhang's love for Zhu Gang is no less than that for Crown Prince Zhu Biao.

"The Emperor, by the Mandate of Heaven, proclaims: Since ancient times, the emperors who ruled the country must rely on loyal ministers, who work together internally and externally to consolidate the country and the people, and build a foundation for prosperity. Now there is a minister named Feng Xie, who comes from a family of meritorious service, is loyal and pure, has both civil and military talents, has served in the government for many years, and has made outstanding contributions.

"He resisted the barbarians in the north and pacified the barbarians in the south. He was the mainstay of the country and achieved many remarkable feats. His loyalty, bravery, benevolence and wisdom were witnessed by the government and the people."

"I remember his outstanding contributions and commendable loyalty, so I follow the ancient system and grant him the title of Marquis of Yongping, a fief of 1,000 households, a reward of 1,000 strings of cash, and 1,000 pieces of silk to honor his achievements and to encourage future generations."

"I hope you will consider the heavy responsibility on your shoulders, be loyal and do your best to protect the country and the people, so that all the people will be submissive and the border will be peaceful forever."

"Appreciate this."

Wang Jinghong immediately took out the imperial edict that had been prepared long ago and read it out in a serious tone.

Become a marquis!

At this point, in the ninth year of Hongwu, Xie Cheng, the governor of the Military Governor's Office, was granted the title of Marquis Yongping and became a noble lord of the Ming Dynasty, enjoying the same happiness as the country!
"I bow to thank Your Majesty for your great grace!"

"I will always remember your majesty's kindness and will never let you down. I swear to repay your majesty's kindness with my hard work and dedication!"

"Long live my emperor, long live, long live!"

Xie Cheng's whole body was shocked, and a hint of horror flashed in his eyes. Then he quickly stood up and kowtowed to thank God!
When he was young, he followed Zhu Yuanzhang in his campaigns, but was never granted a title of nobility.

Just because his merits are not enough to be awarded the title of nobility!
But today, Xie Cheng finally got what he wished for. Although Xie Cheng also understood that this was because the father relied on his daughter, the grace of heaven was too great to be declined!
Moreover, with Xie Cheng's talent, even if he cannot be granted a title of nobility now, he can still be granted a title of nobility or become a prime minister in the future based on his merits.

"This is what you deserve, and we should give it to you."

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at the excited Xie Cheng and waved his hand gently, saying, "If you want to thank someone, you should thank yourself. After all, the title of Marquis of the Ming Dynasty is not something that can be obtained easily."

"I dare not take credit for anything, I will only follow your Majesty's lead!"

Xie Cheng still said modestly.

"Alright, alright, stop kissing my ass."

Upon hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang rolled his eyes at Xie Cheng and said, "Hurry up and sit down. We still need to discuss the engagement with you."

"Yes."

In response to this, Xie Cheng's eyes showed a hint of joy again, and he sat down quickly.

(End of this chapter)