My Brother-in-law is the Prince - Chapter 417

Chapter 417 Say the Softest Words and Do the Hardest Things

Zhu Di stared at Xie Jin expressionlessly.

In Zhu Di’s heart, Xie Jin is a cunning figure.

But the more cunning a person is, the more loyal he looks on the outside. At least Xie Jin’s face can be described as imposing. Even though he has been exiled to Java for six years and his face has become haggard, he still looks respectful.

How could Zhu Di be careless with such a person?

At this time, Zhu Di said: “Heart disease, what heart disease?”

Xie Jin respectfully said: “Reporting to Your Majesty, His Royal Highness Zhao Wang has also heard a little about the matter in the capital in Java, and His Royal Highness Zhao Wang is very worried.”

As soon as this remark came out, Zhu Di’s face changed, he opened his eyes wide, and said angrily: “What does the matter in the capital have to do with him?”

Facing Zhu Di’s glaring eyes, Xie Jin remained calm and calm, and said calmly: “After all, King Zhao is also a kinsman. After the emperor Gao and His Majesty, he is closely related to the Ming Dynasty. It is said that the imperial court is too harsh on the scholars, to the point where people’s hearts are betrayed. His Royal Highness Zhao Wang is far away in Java. Every time he thinks of this, he sheds tears, but he is His Majesty’s son after all. Although he hesitates to play, he is a scholar It’s just that my dearest relatives don’t dare to act rashly…”

“Shut up!” Zhu Di shouted, furious.

He looked like he didn’t expect Xie Jin to dare to be so bold, and said angrily: “That rebellious son, An dare to be so bold! Bold, really bold!”

Xie Jin had no choice but to crawl on the ground in fear and fear, and said nothing for a while.

Zhu Di paced back and forth angrily, looking at the silent ministers, his anger became more intense, and he said angrily: “How dare he speak like that? Xie Jin, you are his long history, he is so stubborn. It’s unbearable, and you can’t absolve yourself of the blame.”

Xie Jin had no choice but to say: “I am guilty of death.”

Zhu Di stared at him coldly, showing the majesty of the emperor, and said: “You taught him these, right?”

Xie Jin hurriedly said: “The minister assists His Royal Highness Zhao Wang, and speaks about the righteousness of the Spring and Autumn Period, so what’s wrong?”

It seems that the six years of suffering did not make Xie Jin have a long memory, and even this guy seems to be stronger than before.

Zhu Di was even more furious, so he said: “Come here, come here, take it down!”

Zhu Di let out a roar.

Hundred officials were shocked.

Finally, someone stood up and said: “Your Majesty, His Royal Highness Zhao Wang and Xie Gong are far away in Java after all, so they don’t know much about the capital, and the news from the capital has traveled thousands of miles, and it has already changed beyond recognition. It is understandable that His Highness Zhao Wang and Xie Gong had a misunderstanding. But anyway, if His Royal Highness Zhao Wang and Xie Gong have such intentions, they must be innocent. If it is just because of this, and punish him, I fear that the whole world will , no one dares to speak anymore.”

The speaker was Hu Guang.

Hu Guang originally wanted to pretend to be dead. He knew very well in his heart that his majesty might mistakenly think that he was in collusion with Xie Jin by saying these words. After all, his relationship with Xie Jin was too close in the past.

But if he didn’t say a word, he felt that he couldn’t give himself an explanation, so he finally stood up.

At this time, there was humanity: “What Hu Gong said is very true, why does your Majesty need to go to war, just tell His Royal Highness King Zhao to come and Xie Gong.”

“Your Majesty…”

The corner of Zhu Di’s mouth twitched into a sneer, and he glanced at Hu Guang with a strange look.

Hu Guang shivered involuntarily.

Zhu Di just said slowly: “Decree, King Zhao is an unworthy son, and he has to face the wall and think about his mistakes. As for the long history Jiejin, order him to punish him after returning to Java, so as to serve as an example.”

Xie Jin sighed in his heart, but kowtowed and said, “I… thank you for your grace.”

He thanked him quietly as if nothing happened.

It’s just that for the officials, no matter what their position is, at least everyone admires Xie Jin in their hearts.

In any case, Xie Jin’s ability to become the idol of scholars all over the world is not only due to his talents and the halo brought by his high position at the beginning. In this way, it is convincing.

Zhu Di seemed very unhappy, and was not even in the mood to continue this court meeting, so he walked away immediately.

Seeing His Majesty leave, Prince Zhu Gaochi and Zhang Anshi went out of the palace first.

And outside this hall, Yu Qian was delighted to hear Xie Jin’s impassioned speech in the hall, and he was fascinated. His face couldn’t be covered, it was undoubtedly admiration.

Actually, at this time, he was still young and not as experienced as Yu Qian in history.

What’s more, in Yu Qian’s bones, he likes such people who can face the dragon without chaos.

The prince and Zhang Anshi came out, but as the secretary, he didn’t follow, but lost his composure, as if he wanted to wait for Xie Jin to come out and see his demeanor.

Zhang Anshi looked around and saw that Yu Qian was still standing there, like many ministers, searching the palace door with eyes fixed, and suddenly he was out of breath.

Yu Qian, after gradually getting along with him, Zhang Anshi has gradually separated from Yu Qian’s historical halo.

The current Yu Qian, in the eyes of Zhang Anshi, belongs to the kind of guy with a rebellious body, and the nutrition he eats is all grown on his rebellious bones.

Zhang Anshi was patient, turned his head to Yu Qian and said, “Let’s go.”

Only then did Yu Qian come to his senses, he let out a cry, and had no choice but to follow Zhang Anshi, but he was still a little bit unwilling, and turned around every step of the way, until seeing the blurred figure of Xie Jin appearing, many people flocked up to greet Xie Jin, He was only slightly satisfied.

Waiting for Zhang Anshi to say goodbye to Prince Zhu Gaochi, Zhang Anshi led Yu Qian to ride to Qixia with guards on horseback.

Zhang Anshi looked sideways at Yu Qian who was one step behind him and said, “What is this Xie Jin doing?”

Yu Qian said without thinking too much: “Gong Xie is really a real man.”

Zhang Anshi said speechlessly: “A real man doesn’t rely on his tongue.”

Yu Qian said: “But many people don’t even dare to be brave with their tongues.”

Zhang Anshidao: “This man is full of tricks, don’t be fooled by him.”

“I’d rather be cheated by him than…”

“Better than what?”

This time, Yu Qian was riding a horse with his head down, silent and silent.

He doesn’t agree with Zhang Anshi’s ideas, but Zhang Anshi is really good to him, he is not a fool, Zhang Anshi gives him trust, and attention, which is unimaginable to outsiders, even his own brother, may not be able to do Zhang Anshi Such a point.

So he is not unwilling to speak out, in fact he is not a person who is willing to compromise.

It’s just that he was worried that Zhang Anshi would be sad if he told the truth.

Zhang Anshi felt a little jealous in his heart. After working for so many years, he was not as good as those ‘giegie’. Who can he ask for reasoning?

Zhang Anshi was a little annoyed, but he still said: “These people, the most important thing is to be careful. There are many people who always talk about benevolence, righteousness, and integrity, but how many people can really take on the big responsibility? Ting Yi…”

Zhang Anshi called Yu Qian’s name affectionately, and continued: “You are still young now, and you will know right from wrong in the future.”

Yu Qian only said: “Be taught.”

Zhang Anshi returned to the palace, and ordered people from the Changshi Mansion to come and ask them to go to Jinyiwei to check the situation of Java and Xie Jin.

Of course, this matter bypassed Yu Qian.

Xie Jin returned to the residence of Honglu Temple, and for a while, it was full of people again.

It can be said that Honglu Temple has stayed and received many foreign envoys over the years, but it has never been so lively.

Even the Minister of Honglu Temple personally took care of Xie Jin, and even hoped to find a calligraphy of Xie Jin.

Xie Jin received all kinds of people, and he was dedicated to talking with them almost from the bottom of his heart. When talking about the current situation, he couldn’t help but sigh.

The visitors saw Xie Jin, and after thinking of Xie Jin, the New Deal came into being. When Wenyuan Pavilion did not have Xie Jin, it turned out like this, and some people couldn’t help but feel emotional and cry for it.

Instead, Xie Jin comforted the visitor.

“I can’t live anymore, I can’t live anymore… Everyone is taking people and killing people everywhere, everyone is at risk, those wolves, tigers and leopards are staring at the land of us people…”

All kinds of complaints and grievances are like floods.

Xie Jin was just emotional, and responded: “His Royal Highness Zhao, every time I read this, I can’t help crying. It’s a pity that he is a mere vassal king, so what? The old man will return to Java soon, after all, he can stay away. Right and wrong here…”

As soon as they heard the words His Royal Highness Zhao Wang, many visitors cheered up.

In any case, His Royal Highness King Zhao is also the son of the emperor.

But the current prince, that Zhang Anshi is the prince’s brother-in-law, and the emperor’s grandson… But if His Royal Highness the prince ascends the throne, this new policy will not be shaken for at least a hundred years.

As for a hundred years later, I’m afraid they have been driven to extinction.

“His Royal Highness King Zhao is wise, it is not a bad thing for Mr. Xie to go to Java.”

“That’s the truth. His Royal Highness Zhao, a corporal who is respectful and worthy, attaches great importance to culture and education. He reads four books every day for self-examination. He also tells people that we are based in Java. The difference between us and the natives and barbarians is only because of the teachings of saints That’s all, therefore, spending tens of thousands of dollars, ordering people to compile books, recruiting talents, and adopting good strategies from all sides, this Java…now has a bit of a Chinese look.”

Xie Jin’s so-called China means the country of the center. This is what the vassals have called the central dynasty almost since ancient times. Always called himself that.

After hearing this, everyone sighed again.

Xie Jin said again: “If you lose your land in the future, what are your plans for the future?”

“This…” Everyone shook their heads, their faces clouded with gloom.

Xie Jin looked at them faintly and said, “His Royal Highness Zhao Wang has great ambitions and wishes to revive the learning of saints…”

As soon as these words came out, the visitor was shocked.

Here, it is not as simple as revival of the study of saints.

It’s not so much ambition as it is…

The listener pursed his lips and didn’t go any further.

Because there are some things that you know, you don’t need to ask too much detail.

In the current situation, especially in Zhili, in the eyes of many scholars and gentry, there is almost no room for them.

Actually, it’s not really what they suffered.

To a certain extent, many scholars are still well-clothed and well-fed. Even though many gentry have lost their land, at least the connections and savings of these hundreds of years are still there. The vast majority of them are still servants at home. Clothes angry horse.

But people are different.

For ordinary people, suddenly their family has dozens of acres of land, it is like a pie falling from the sky.

But for many wealthy families, his monthly expenses have dropped from one hundred taels to three to fifty taels. Even if this amount, for ordinary people, is already the expenses of many families for several years, he is still the same. I feel that life is going to be difficult.

Coupled with the terror brought by Jin Yiwei, this kind of hopeless mood spread, which already made them feel suffocated.

Days can not be passed.

…

After seven days.

Songjiang Estuary.

On a cruise ship that was about to sail away, hundreds of people, old and young, brought a lot of salutes and boarded the cruise ship one after another.

When they looked at the homeland that was about to go away, they couldn’t help but burst into tears, but they had some expectations for the bright future and prospects of the future.

At the same time, Chen Li’s expression was very serious.

Based on the reports he had received, he went to see Zhang Anshi, and when he saw Zhang Anshi, he said, “Your Highness…King Zhao… seems to have something wrong.”

Zhang Anshi frowned and said, “What is this guy trying to do?”

Chen Lidao: “This person invites to buy people’s hearts everywhere. It seems that he wants to take advantage of the New Deal to attract gentry and scholars, as well as Xie Jin…”

Chen Li muttered, talking about a lot of news from Jin Yiwei.

Zhang Anshi paced back and forth with his hands behind his back, with his head slightly lowered, looking deep in thought.

Zhao Wang is the son of His Majesty, and also a vassal king. This guy is not easy to deal with, and this Xie Jin…

His Royal Highness King Zhao was already known for his cunning in history, but now, coupled with Xie Jin, it can be said to be a perfect match, Wang Ba matched Mung Bean.

Judging from all the signs, King Zhao…maybe he wants to imitate his father in Jingnan, in order to accumulate strength.

After all, that’s what Zhao Wang’s father Zhu Di did.

Although Java’s power is small, but it is so inviting to buy people’s hearts, it is hard to guarantee that many people will not cooperate with him.

Even though Zhang Anshi felt that they were dreaming, in the eyes of King Zhao and Xie Jin, that might not be the case.

Chen Li looked at Zhang Anshi’s gloomy face, hesitated for a moment and asked, “Your Highness, will this matter be reported to His Majesty?”

Zhang Anshi then looked up at him, and then showed a meaningful look, and then said: “Reporting to Your Majesty? There is no real evidence, only relying on catching wind and shadows. You want to rely on these to report the feudal king for treason?”

After hearing this, Chen Li immediately became solemn.

Zhang Anshidao: “Continue to check for me, and there are people from Java… Tell them, everything must be reported, and it must not be missed.”

“Damn it…” Zhang Anshi felt a little irritated, and couldn’t help cursing: “This guy Zhao Wang, is it possible that he still doesn’t give up and wants to repeat the old tricks? He’s so stupid, he deserves it!”

After hearing this, Chen Li said, “If you are humble, send more people to Java.”

Zhang Anshidao: “Try not to be noticed.”

“You understand.” Chen Lidao: “Don’t worry, Your Highness, I have already prepared identities for them.”

Zhang Anshi nodded and said, “Go, go. That’s right, what has Xie Jin been doing these days?”

“Daily communicate with people secretly, and don’t avoid people.”

Zhang Anshi said: “Keep an eye on him.”

“Here!”

…

More than forty days later.

A ship arrived at New Zhangde Port.

The former domain of King Zhao was Zhangde Mansion.

Now the domain is moved to Java, and after the first good port landed and built as a city, it was named New Zhangde.

This new Zhangde is located in a bay of Java Island, facing the ocean in the north, facing the Sumatra Islands in the west, and the mansion of Java Island in the south, which is a dense jungle.

And here, there are fortresses built of huge stones and towers all over the place, guarding the city of the port here. Here, the people who moved here built a canal to connect the city with the port. Immediately next to it, there is a market and some small workshops.

After more than a month of sailing, the people on board were already exhausted. Now they saw the land, and even saw the long-lost city, they couldn’t help cheering.

The big ship approached the trestle, and after that, many people helped the old and the young, took their luggage, and some even got off the ship with a lot of servants.

At the end of the trestle bridge, there were already people waiting for them in high spirits.

This group of people is mostly scholars and gentry, and most of them are from Zhili. They feel that Zhili has no place for themselves, and they have made many promises before arriving here.

Boarded the pier from the trestle.

They were beaming.

But someone stopped them.

These people were wearing armor, and each of them was not angry.

The leader was obviously an officer of a hundred households, and he shouted: “Everyone register, name, age, and age and place of origin, first record it. After recording, the strong man will immediately be incorporated into the King Zhao’s reserve guard. Drill, send women, children, and old people to the plantation, and if there are servants, they should also register and register the land that is divided into hundreds of acres…”

Someone was puzzled and said in surprise: “What, what is the reserve guard, what is the drill?”

The hundred household officials said: “What place do you think this is? This is Java, this is New Zhangde! Hundreds of miles away, there are a large number of recalcitrant natives attacking our caravans and our plantations at any time.” , men don’t hold swords for defense, what do they do with them?”

One of the young scholars in a shawl and Confucian shirt was shocked and shouted: “I am a scholar, I am a scholar, I…I…”

He desperately began to search his cuffs, and then took out a letter: “This is the recommendation letter from Mr. Xie. Mr. Xie said that when you arrive here, you only need to take his letter, and you will arrange it properly.” , I came here to find a quiet place to study.”

The hundreds of households were unmoved, and they didn’t even glance at Xie Jin’s letter. They just said, “There are too many recommendation letters from Mr. Xie. It means to arrange you properly as a reserve guard. You A whole family came to Java, not intending to serve His Royal Highness Zhao Wang, but also thinking about not doing production and military affairs, but reading Lao Shizi’s book. Do your whole family study and let others fight fiercely with the natives? It’s not right for your mother Let’s see what this place is. Don’t say it’s you, even Xie Gong’s son is now serving in Weizhong!”

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