Chapter 74: When it comes to handling the relationship between monarch and minister, Tang He is definitely a master
"Boss, did you listen to what Mr. Lin said?"
"Not only the second child, but you too. Although you have assisted us in handling some court affairs and have some experience in the court, after all, you have not experienced it alone, and you are far from understanding the dangers of the court."
"Sometimes, what seems peaceful and peaceful, and where there is praise in the court, may be hiding murderous intent."
"What Mr. Lin talked about today about being an official is also applicable to the relationship between the emperor and his ministers."
"The way of being an official and the way of a monarch and his ministers are actually the same principle."
"You are the crown prince and the future emperor. It is inevitable that everyone will fawn over you, but you have to distinguish between good and bad!"
"Once you are praised and cannot tell the difference between east, west, north and west, and lose your true heart, it will harm not only yourself, but also a country and the people of the world!"
"Do you understand?"
Facing Zhu Yuanzhang's teachings, Prince Zhu Biao looked solemn: "My son understands! Thank you father for your teaching!"
Hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes showed a hint of relief, and he stood up from the chair: "We should learn from Mr. Lin how to teach and educate people..."
"For the same reason, the taste from Mr. Lin's mouth and from our mouth are different!"
"I used to teach you princes. When you didn't understand, I would whip you with a jade belt and beat you with a ruler. But in the end, you still didn't understand. When you were beaten, you blamed us in your heart. Damn it ourselves. I’m also very angry and it’s so thankless.”
"When Mr. Lin comes out, we must learn from Mr. Lin face to face!"
After Zhu Biao heard this, he stood up quickly and said: "My father is responsible for everything and is busy with state affairs all day long. He has done a good enough job, but his sons and ministers are so stupid!"
"I think that my father should not blame me. If I want to blame him, I can only blame him as the eldest son of Zhu and the crown prince of the Ming Dynasty. He failed to share some of the burdens for his father..."
Before Zhu Biao finished speaking, Zhu Yuanzhang waved his hand towards the prince: "Boss, you don't have to tell me something nice!"
"It's because we didn't do well. It's because we didn't do well. I should reflect on it!"
"You are the prince, and your main task now is to study, learn how to govern the country, learn how to recognize and employ people, learn how to distinguish between true and false..."
"In short, you still have a lot to learn. Fortunately, Mr. Lin can help you in the future."
"This is your luck and our Ming Dynasty's luck!"
……
Listening to Lin Che's sharp comments about him, Zhu Xiangxi's face turned red, but there was no hole in the room.
After a while, he said awkwardly: "Mr. Lin... please stop talking... at least save some face for us..."
"I admit that I was a little shallow before, but no one taught me! Now that you have taught me, I will definitely pay attention to it in the future and never do it again!"
"It's best if you can get rid of your bad habits in the past, otherwise you will be the one who suffers in the future!"
Lin Che did not embarrass Zhu Ping any more and continued:
"I just gave examples to give you the most intuitive understanding of how to be an official."
"But in actual operation, specific problems still need to be analyzed in detail. There is no opportunistic formula to apply here."
Lin Che took a sip of tea, held the tea cup and said seriously: "Pretend to be stupid and sell your flaws. To put it bluntly, you have to keep a low profile. No matter how great your achievements are, you must be cautious."
"In this regard, Tang He of this dynasty is definitely a master. Your father and Tang He are both nobles who assist the emperor. I believe your two families also have contacts."
"Do you know how Tang He handled the delicate relationship between emperor and minister when he faced Emperor Hongwu?"
Hearing this, Zhu Xi smiled bitterly.
My father is Emperor Hongwu. How do I know how he gets along with Uncle Tang He?
Although he had seen Uncle Tang He come to talk to his father about things, he didn't think there was any difference between Tang He and other courtiers!
Seeing Zhu Ming looking at her blankly and saying nothing for a long time, Lin Che knocked on the table and said:
"What are you looking at me for?"
"Is there an answer on my face!"
After hearing this, Zhu Xi quickly looked away and closed his eyes to other side.
Prince Zhu Biao took advantage of Zhu Ming's thinking, stopped writing, and shook his aching arm.
At the same time, he looked at Zhu Yuanzhang sitting beside him, with some expectation in his eyes.
Regarding this issue, based on his understanding of Tang He, he could really tell a story.
Zhu Yuanzhang was seen sipping tea leisurely and contentedly, without any intention of asking questions.
This made Zhu Biao a little depressed.
long silence.
Separated by a wall, Zhu Xi finally spoke:
"Mr. Lin, I thought about it carefully and found that Lord Tang is indeed not simple..."
"Tang Houye was the eldest son of Emperor Hongwu, and they grew up naked together. When Emperor Hongwu joined the Red Scarf Army, Tang Houye already had a thousand households, but he did not put on any airs in front of Emperor Hongwu, and even lowered his dignity. Identities, facing Emperor Hongwu with respect, it’s as if the two of them have changed their identities."
"Later, when Emperor Hongwu left Haozhou and started his own business, Lord Tang was also the first to support him and became one of the 24 most important generals of Emperor Hongwu."
"From then on, Marquis Tang followed Emperor Hongwu. Based on their relationship and his military exploits, he was only awarded one marquis during the grand knighthood ceremony. It is really unjustifiable."
"There are rumors that Mr. Tang drank and made trouble, which aroused the dissatisfaction of Emperor Hongwu, lowered his rank, and even left him in the cold."
"After the founding of the Ming Dynasty, Lord Tang suddenly became greedy for money and lustful, and even committed self-destruction on various occasions..."
"It turns out that in order to dispel Emperor Hongwu's fear, Mr. Tang pretended to be stupid and dirty to prove that he had no disobedience, and kept his tail between his legs..."
Speaking of this, Zhu Xi slapped his thigh and suddenly realized:
"This is exactly what Mr. said!"
"Loss of money, keeping concubines, these minor personal problems are nothing to the emperor."
"But it made the emperor lose his guard against him."
"Master Tang is really good at it!"
The words fall.
Lin Che here and Zhu Yuanzhang next door all showed happy smiles.
"Yes, exactly!"
"Tang He often asked for rewards from Emperor Hongwu, but he avoided the complicated party struggles in the court."
"With Emperor Hongwu's hatred of corruption, he met Tang He's requirements one by one. Not only was he not angry, but he was very happy."
"This is the real smart person!"
"He not only felt comfortable doing this, but also dispelled the emperor's wariness. The emperor was satisfied, and his colleagues had nothing to say except pointing fingers."
"This is the best way to protect yourself in the turbulent court. Isn't it interesting?"
Hearing this, Zhu Xi felt mixed emotions.
This court battle was completely different from the education he had received since childhood.
Whether it was his mother or the great scholars in the university, they taught him to be honest and not to play tricks.
But what Lin Che said completely overturned this view.
Even if you don't use some tricks, you won't be able to gain a foothold in the court, and your life will be in danger.
Zhu Xi suddenly stood up, bowed deeply, and said with emotion: "Students understand!"
"Thank you, sir, for your advice!"
(End of this chapter)