Reborn as a tyrant in the Ming Dynasty

"What did you say? Someone is coming from the capital?!"

Prince Fu's Residence, Inner Palace, and Yin'an Hall.

Wearing a yellow brocade robe with four-clawed dragon pattern, a Yishan crown on his head, and a gold belt inlaid with jade around his waist, Fu Wang Zhu Changxun, whose face originally looked a bit tired, now showed a look of surprise, and the way he looked at the eunuch in front of him changed.

"Yes, my lord."

As the confidant eunuch of King Fu, Zheng Xingzhong, who was wearing a red python robe and holding a whisk in his hand, bowed his head slightly and said: "It is Wei Zhongxian who came to Luoyang with the order."

"Wei Zhongxian?!"

Zhu Changxun was even more frightened now, "Isn't he a confidant of the emperor? Why did he come to Luoyang in person?"

"This slave doesn't know either."

Zheng Xingzhong was also confused and frowned and said: "When the servant was talking to him, Wei Zhongxian said that he wanted to read out the decree. As for other things, Wei Zhongxian was too strict. Now they are at Wangjing Gate of the Outer Palace. Those who came with Wei Zhongxian, and A large number of workers from Dongjishi Factory."

There's something fishy!

When Zhu Changxun heard this, he immediately felt vigilant in his heart. Without realizing it, Wei Zhongxian appeared in Luoyang City and specifically stayed at Wangjing Gate. The most important point was that a large number of Dongji Shichangchang fans were following him. Under various signs, It made Zhu Changxun's heartbeat speed up a lot.

Since he left the capital, he has ruled Luoyang. It is not that no eunuchs from the inner court have come to Luoyang, but they have never been at Wangjing Gate, because everyone knows that Wangjing Gate to the north of the Outer Palace is the last place that Prince Fu Zhu Changxun wants to go. This will make him Thinking of the capital, thinking of all the things he didn't want to let go of...

"What happened in the capital?"

Thinking of this, Zhu Changxun frowned and looked at Zheng Xingzhong and said.

"This slave doesn't know very well."

Zheng Xingzhong lowered his head and said, "But if something really happens in the capital, then there is no way that there will be no movement at all by Henan Governor Cheng Shao, Zuo Buzheng Liu Hua and other local officials."

The vassals that became vassal in the Ming Dynasty may enjoy certain privileges in the vassal territory, but they cannot get involved in politics and control the army, let alone leave the vassal territory without an edict. If they dare to do this, let alone what will happen to the emperor of the dynasty. If the punishment is severe, the officials and censors who talk about Ke Dao will be severely impeached.

Although it has been passed down to this day, some requirements are no longer so strict. When it comes to business and mergers, they turn a blind eye. After all, sects and vassals are subject to too many restrictions. If they really want to be strict, they will inevitably fail. They have a rebellious mentality, but that's exactly what it is. In disguise, they have stricter supervision on certain requirements. One of them is liaison with Beijing officials and secret sects. As long as such things dare to be discovered, it will be a big deal. Sent.

Previously, Zhu Changxun could get some news from the capital. After all, his mother, Concubine Zheng, was in the palace, and her mother's family also had a certain status in Beijing. However, with the Hongwan case and the rise of Wei Zhongxian, Concubine Liu took charge of the Queen Mother's Seal on her behalf. Xi, all this has quietly changed.

"Your Majesty, you still have to hurry up and go to Wangjingmen."

Seeing that his prince was reluctant to speak, Zheng Xingzhong stepped forward to persuade him: "After all, Wei Zhongxian came to Luoyang to announce the decree on behalf of the emperor. If he neglects it..."

"I know it!"

Zhu Changxun, who was in a slightly irritable mood, glared at Zheng Xingzhong and shouted: "Serve me to take a bath and change clothes, and then drive to Wangjing Gate to receive the order!"

"Here!"

Zheng Xingzhong breathed a sigh of relief and immediately bowed to him.

Wei Zhongxian, the Eunuch Bingbi, the Superintendent of Ceremonies, and the Great Eunuch supervising the East Jishi Factory, left Beijing and came to Luoyang without warning. It was like a stone dropped into water, and the ripples it produced were huge. This affected It was not only affected by Prince Fu's residence, but also many local officials in Luoyang.

However, people who are local officials are also not easy to deal with. Many of them feel that this matter is not simple, so they pretend not to know, hide and watch, but at the same time they also send their confidants to inquire about the situation.

At that time, Prince Fu's residence was located at the Wangjing Gate of the outer palace.

"Mr. Factory, this King Fu's arrogance is really big enough."

Li Yongzhen, who stood with his hands hanging down, looked at the royal guards in front of him, frowned and said: "You have been waiting here for almost half an hour. Prince Fu has not left the residence to greet the emperor. Do you want our family to bring people into the prince's residence?" Urgent one or two?"

"Not urgent."

Wei Zhongxian was not in a hurry at all, and stood quietly and said: "Although we are here on orders, we did not say hello in advance after all. It is normal for King Fu to come out later."

"Then those guys who are waiting and watching, do you want all the factory workers to be arrested?"

After hearing this, Li Yongzhen turned and looked into the distance. He could vaguely see many figures. Then he frowned and whispered to Wei Zhongxian: "Ever since the factory owner came to Wangjing Gate, they have been..."

"No need."

Wei Zhongxian waved his hand and said: "When Prince Fu's family is invited back to the capital, Prince Fu's residence in Luoyang will still have to be taken care of by a local supervisor."

After serving the emperor for so long, Wei Zhongxian knew very well what the emperor's temperament was like. This time, Prince Fu and his family would be summoned to the capital, and it would be difficult for them to return to Luoyang.

If none of Prince Fu's family can return to Luoyang, then most of the properties under Prince Fu's name will probably belong to the internal funds. Therefore, some things must be managed well by local officials.

Having dealt with the Donglin Party in the capital for so many years, during which many Beijing officials had defected to his service, Wei Zhongxian was very aware of the moral character of this group of civil servants.

Speaking of greed, some of them are very greedy.

But being greedy doesn't mean they are stupid.

They all have a good idea of ​​what they can and cannot be greedy for. Others Wei Zhongxian may not be sure, but when it comes to the vassal clan and the local officials, it's too late to hide one by one. Who will rush there? Just join in the fun, even if you can really get some benefits, but if you have a life to get it, it's hard to say whether there will be a life flower.

"The King of Fortune is here!!"

While Wei Zhongxian was deep in thought, a voice sounded inside Wangjing Gate, and a team came out in a mighty manner. Countless people were seen holding golden drum flags, white Ze flags, order flags, admonishment flags and other appropriate flags. Various items of the prince's ceremonial carriage slowly came out from Wangjing Gate, and at the core of the procession, Prince Fu Zhu Changxun was sitting on a sedan chair, being carried by several young and strong eunuchs, rushing towards the direction of Wei Zhongxian.

Just for the whole team to come out and stand in their respective positions, Wei Zhongxian waited as long as a stick of incense. He waited for more than half an hour, which was not enough time.

After everything was in order, Wei Zhongxian lifted up his sleeves, took the whisk from Li Yongzhen, and walked towards Prince Fu with his head held high.

The one who comes is not kind.

For some reason, Prince Fu Zhu Changxun, who was standing where he was, always felt uneasy deep in his heart when he saw Wei Zhongxian and his entourage approaching.

"There is an oracle!!"

When Wei Zhongxian arrived in front of Prince Fu, he did not exchange any greetings with Zhu Changxun and acted in a business-like manner. This made Zhu Changxun, who originally wanted to approach him, use the pretense of greetings to see if he could get some information out of Wei Zhongxun's mouth. , after hearing this, he was stunned for a moment, and then he knelt down in the direction of the capital.

As for the eunuchs and officials of the royal palace who came with Prince Fu, they all knelt on the ground, and shouts of mountain shouts rang out outside Wangjing Gate.

"The Emperor, who is destined to be blessed by heaven, said: Ever since Uncle Wang came to control Luoyang, I have often missed Uncle Wang. In the past few days, I have often dreamed of my grandfather when I went to bed..."

Purpose?

Zhu Changxun, who was kneeling on the ground, couldn't help but be startled after hearing the decree announced by Wei Zhongxian. There were many types of documents issued by the emperor, such as Zhi, Zhao, Gao, and Edict. Their shapes, textures, colors, and scope of use varied. There are different.

The system represents the central decree, which does not need to go through the ministers of the outer court. It is issued by the emperor personally and directly by the eunuchs of the inner court. But often this type of decree, as long as it involves promotion and involves too many interests, it will cause a lot of trouble in the court. controversy.

The emperor asked my family to come to Beijing?

After hearing the decree announced by Wei Zhongxian, Zhu Changxun was surprised in his heart. Even the eunuchs and officials of the palace behind him suspected that he had heard wrongly.

It's all right, why did you suddenly summon King Fu's family to Beijing?

Even if he really dreamed of Shenzong proclaiming the emperor, then this matter is not trivial. Yousi from the outer court didn't know about it at all. If he went to Beijing like this, I'm afraid it would cause a lot of controversy.

"Prince Fu, don't you accept the order?"

Seeing that Zhu Changxun was kneeling on the ground and hesitated to speak, Wei Zhongxian, who was holding the imperial edict, opened his mouth to ask.

"No, no."

Zhu Changxun finally recovered from the shock and hurriedly bowed and said: "I accept the decree and thank you!!"

Seeing this, Wei Zhongxian walked forward holding the imperial edict, handed it into Zhu Changxun's hand, and then reached out to hold Zhu Changxun's arm.

"Prince Fu, I miss you very much in Beijing."

When helping Zhu Changxun up, Wei Zhongxian smiled and said: "Before I left the capital, the emperor specially told the slave that he must ask Prince Fu to come to the capital early. The residence of the Tenth Prince is already being cleaned up. The emperor wants to wait for Prince Fu to come to the capital." Afterwards, let’s go to the Ancestral Temple together to pay homage to our ancestors.”

"Yes Yes."

However, Zhu Changxun seemed a little hesitant, "After I have sorted things out, I will go to Beijing to meet the Holy Spirit."

"Prince Fu, you have to hurry up."

Wei Zhongxian kept smiling and said: "From today onwards, I will temporarily live in Prince Fu's residence. I hope Prince Fu can grant me permission."

"Easy to say, easy to say."

Zhu Changxun smiled and replied, but he was wary in his heart. The more Wei Zhongxian behaved like this, the more Zhu Changxun felt that things were not simple...