The Ming Dynasty’s Prodigal Son - Chapter 1585

[1585. Chapter 1506 The Virtuous Prince]

This civil servant did not expect that Zhang Budang would suddenly intervene in an unrelated Ottoman country, and…even lose his temper.

He was naturally trembling, feeling that Zhang Butang was very unfriendly to the Ottoman prince.

So they added fuel to the fire.

“There was also a report from Honglu Temple, saying that this prince has no scruples and likes to ask for advice and learn from others. Even during the discussion, he spread wild rumors, saying that he is the crown prince of the Ming Dynasty…the Ming Dynasty…he “His Royal Highness, uh…” probably means that His Highness only knows the details but not the general outlines. Such a person can only become a craftsman, but cannot become a great leader.”

Zhang Sheng was confused.

“He…he actually said that, this is too…too…”

Tai Zi left his mouth, and Zhang Sheng didn’t know what to say.

It’s really…smart.

After all, as the Minister of Rites, Zhang Sheng occasionally disliked Zhu Houzhao’s attitude of learning everything but not learning anything real.

On the other hand, this Ottoman prince, although he got himself reprimanded, but… he hangs out with scholars all day long, discussing and asking for advice from everyone.

And he also criticized certain behaviors of the prince.

This… is certainly unbridled and bold, and it really hinders the diplomatic relations between the two countries, but… why does it sound so pleasant to the ears?

Sure enough, he is… someone else’s prince.

This prince will become a great man in the future, and he may become a great leader of the Ottoman Empire.

Of course, such words cannot be said…

Zhang Sheng’s face was tense and he said calmly: “This is too nonsense. I, the Ming Dynasty Prince, can’t discuss it? Doesn’t Honglu Temple also restrict it? But… This person is not without some wisdom, and he is somewhat smart, but he must not be complacent. Also… What is going on with him if he is asked to submit his credentials quickly, meet with the emperor, and wander around the capital all day long? Are you an envoy?”

The scribe was also a little confused.

What does “Budang” mean? Is this a compliment or a curse?

Zhang Sheng suddenly asked: “What is the profound meaning of this man’s friendship with great Confucians and scholars?”

The scribe said: “It is said at Honglu Temple that this man yearns for the wealth of our Ming Dynasty. He has always been looking for the prosperity of the country. He believed that this must be related to customs and knowledge, so he communicated with Confucian scholars and scholars, discussed with monks and Taoists, and even… even invited Confucian scholars to return to China with him one day.”

Zhang Sheng suddenly frowned, shocked. He said: “This prince is very ambitious and should not be underestimated. He has his heart set on China. Could it be that he also wants to imitate the Hufu cavalry and archery of Zhao

State in the Spring and Autumn Period?” This allusion of Hufu cavalry and archery comes from the period of King Wuling of Zhao State in the Spring and Autumn Period.

Of course, what Zhang Sheng was referring to in this analogy was that the Ottoman prince became interested in Chinese learning and religion because he longed for the Ming Dynasty.

The scribe said helplessly: “I don’t know.”

Zhang Sheng saw that he couldn’t ask anything useful anymore, so he said: “I know, you can go ahead.”

Zhang Sheng sat on the chair and waited for the scribe to leave. , but his face was uncertain.

It must be said that this Ottoman Prince Suleiman made a very deep impression on him.

With a thought in his mind, he took out the pen and ink and wrote a memorial.

………

The experimental field in the greenhouse is about to be harvested.

Zhu Houzhao was even busier.

The data of each experimental field must be seen with your own eyes before you can rest assured.

If there is any abnormality, he still needs to visit in person. These days, Zhu Houzhao’s whole body is full of earthy smell, and his whole person has a bit of earthy grandson’s demeanor.

Fang Jifan invited Zhu Houzhao several times, always wanting him to take charge of the affairs of the Jiaofang Division.

It is urgent to recruit musicians and establish troupes in various counties. Your Majesty has already allocated money, and everything is ready to go.

But now that the Jiaofang Division is under the control of the state government, it is natural that His Royal Highness needs to come and come up with an idea personally. At worst, you might as well be a rubber stamp.

Where is your seal?

After urging several times, Zhu Houzhao arrived late, but with an angry look on his face. When he arrived at the Zhenguo Mansion, he saw Fang Jifan sitting and drinking tea, while seven or eight officials from the Jiaofang Department stood with their heads bowed. .

The leader of the Jiaofang Si Fengluan, a mere ninth-rank official, was so excited when he saw the prince that he subconsciously knelt down. The other officials such as Shao Wu and Si Yue were even more unworthy and prostrated themselves one after another.

Only the newly appointed Yousi Le Wu Jiawang did not kneel down in a hurry. After all, he had seen the world. At the time… he was Hanlin.

In this way, he appears to stand out from the crowd.

So Zhu Houzhao noticed Wu Jiawang, frowned and said: “Everyone else is kneeling, why don’t you kneel?”

Wu Jiawang felt that he was different from others, and there was no fear on his face, but he talked eloquently: “Your Highness the Crown Prince , there is something in the Book of Rites…”

Halfway through his words, his Shangguan Fengluan became anxious, raised his head and stared at him angrily, and scolded sternly: “What Book of Rites, where do you think Jiaofangsi is, Jiaofangsi? The emperor is the only one here. We are in charge of musicians. What do musicians do? They are to please people. What are you talking about? In front of His Royal Highness, you are just a music minister. Do you have the right to speak here? , Kneel down!”

These words were almost pointing at the nose and cursing.

However, Feng Luan, a low-ranking official, was scolding his subordinates.

Hanlin has the rules of Hanlin, and Hanlin needs to show its own character, so being a Hanlin can make you stand out from the crowd from time to time.

But here in Jiaofangsi, who do you think you are? The rule here is that you have to laugh with whoever you meet, as long as he is still an official. You want to hold his legs and call him “Master”. Anyway, no matter what official he is, you Your official rank is lower than others, you talk eloquently and show your character. Have you taken the wrong medicine?

But for Wu Jiawang, these words were nothing short of a great shame and humiliation. He glanced at his superior, Fengluan, and wanted to say something, but several other colleagues also followed suit, and they became anxious.

Zuo Shaowu also said sternly: “What are you still standing for? Kneel down, you are stupid.”

Zhu Houzhao found it interesting to hear them criticizing each other, so he did not interrupt and watched quietly with Fang Jifan.

Wu Jiawang felt that he was so wronged that he was about to cry. He sniffed and finally buried his head and prostrated with shame and anger.

When Feng Luan saw him kneeling down, he breathed a sigh of relief and said to Zhu Houzhao and Fang Jifan with a flattering smile: “His Royal Highness, Duke of Qi, this Si Le is new here and doesn’t understand many rules. Please invite Your Highness and Duke of Qi.” Don’t blame me.”

Zhu Houzhao agreed and said kindly: “I’m not surprised. What’s the reason for me to be angry with Si Le?”

“Yes, yes, yes…” Feng Luan was extremely happy. , almost dancing: “Your Highness is really wise, you are so generous, it makes the people of Xiaguan and others feel like spring breeze. It is a blessing for three lifetimes that the people of Xiaguan and others can see His Highness and the Duke of Qi.”

As he said that, his eyes were red and he cried. , choked up and said: “If my late father knew about it, I don’t know how happy he would be. My dad… you died early. If you had died a few years later, you would have seen your child today… I met His Highness the Crown Prince. Lord Qi…”

Fang Jifan sat there, his body suddenly trembled, and he thought to himself, “Holy shit, this is just Feng Luan, but he actually possesses unique skills. We, Fang Jifan, have underestimated the world’s heroes after all.”

When Zhu Houzhao saw that he was about to cry, he became unhappy and cursed impatiently: “Why are you crying? When you say that, the good place becomes dark, as if a ghost is coming. Shut up.”

“Yes .”

, Yes, the lower official just couldn’t help himself, His Highness the Prince, don’t blame him. “

Wu Jiawang looked at his superior official sadly, and continued to kneel in silence, and then buried his head, he wanted to die…

Then, it was about the selection of the troupe. .

There are many people in the world who have music status.

Now we will select people from among these musicians. How to establish theater troupes in various prefectures and counties, how to arrange plays, and how to perform performances are all urgent matters at the moment.

In fact, Fang Jifan has already prepared a method.

What Zhu Houzhao had to do was, as the prince and the Duke of Zhenguo, to express his agreement one by one, and leave the rest to Feng Luan, Shao Wu and Si Yue.

Naturally, Zhu Houzhao had to warn them: “This is a matter handed down by the emperor. There will be Beijing police specially watching you. If things don’t go well, or if you dare to engage in favoritism and malpractice, don’t blame me.” You know, my ancestors are the best at this.”

Feng Luan’s face turned green with fright, and he said hurriedly: “I don’t dare, I don’t dare. I will follow the lead of His Highness the Prince and Duke of Qi. Officials do chores for His Highness and the Duke of Qi. As long as His Highness the Crown Prince and the Duke of Qi give them orders, we will do our best to do it. What are the officials? They are just dogs. They have no other merits but obedience. “

As he spoke, he raised his face and showed a flattering smile.

What he said made Zhu Houzhao stunned for a while, and he couldn’t find anything wrong. In the end, Zhu Houzhao had to spit out one word impatiently: “Get out!”

Feng Luan did not panic after hearing this, but happily led his subordinates out.

Zhu Houzhao was still a little bit unable to recover. He was silent for a long time, and then he said to Fang Jifan: “Why are these officials different from the usual officials?”

“These are not ordinary officials.” Fang Jifan said: “Every official in Beijing, They are all higher in rank than them, and you can strangle them to death with just a pinch of your fingers. Moreover, those who manage music are inherently humble. No matter whether they are civilized, military, or innocent, they are all looked down upon. If they don’t know how to watch their words, they will be dead long ago. There is no place to be buried, so…it is the most tactful thing.”

Zhu Houzhao was happy: “If everyone is like this, I will be relieved. Old Fang, is it done? Hurry back and fiddle with the experimental fields. Several experimental fields are infested with insects. This cannot be done carelessly. The insects must be removed.”

Fang Jifan grabbed Zhu Houzhao who was about to leave, but said seriously: “Your Highness, wait a moment, there is something. It’s a big thing, but it needs to be reported.”

(End of this chapter)