Chapter 144 October [-]st!Marry the princess! !
College of Engineering.
Chen Han didn't expect that Mr. Zhu Yuanzhang would come here to find him.
The old man first visited the current teaching work of the School of Engineering.
I saw Zhu Gaochi and Zhu Yunxi, among the clan's children, taking their studies to school and doing chemical experiments.
I saw Zhu Gaochi holding a beaker that Chen Han had made in Liulichang and putting several chemicals into the beaker. Then he saw white smoke begin to beep from inside.
Oh……
The students who were watching were all shocked and screamed after seeing this scene.
Zhu Gaochi likes such chemical experiments very much.
While doing chemical experiments, he explained it to the college students next to him, just like a little teacher.
Through this method of mutual teaching between students, Chen Han can help students better understand the teaching content and strengthen their ability to learn independently.
Zhu Youdou and other clan members seemed to be very interested in these.
He himself is a person who does not like power struggles.
In the original history, he was a very good playwright, and now he has learned many strange things in Chen Han's school.
Moreover, through what he saw and heard in the Engineering College during this period, and Chen Han's teachings to them, Zhu Youdun saw more of the civil society.
The collision of new ideas with old ones made his inspiration as passionate as a spark.
Zhu Yuanzhang watched all this through the glass window: "Monkey boy, you have trained our grandchildren to become your biggest fans. No wonder your engineering college has not been destroyed by those scholars."
Chen Han smiled and said: "Old man, are you laughing at me? A large number of them left last time."
The old man really gave up on being the boss during this period, and left most of the government affairs to his eldest son Zhu Biao, while he himself showed up when his son needed to shake things up.
Chen Han and Zhu Yuanzhang were talking as they walked: "We heard from Jiang Du that you met Lan Yu. What do you think of this Lan Yu?"
Chen Han smiled and said: "The history books have recorded it very clearly. I also told you how you dealt with him when I was blind."
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and said: "Now we are also very conflicted. We have been waiting for the 25 years of Hongwu you mentioned."
Chen Han's expression froze when he heard this: "Old man, is it because this matter is stuck in your throat that you want His Highness to do more?"
Lao Zhu looked at Chen Han: "It seems that you are not bad, you can see it all. If ordinary people want to guess what we are thinking, we have to wonder if he has a ghost, but since you ask that, let me tell you, right? !
We feel aggrieved here, and even want to just give up the throne to Biao'er.
No matter what, we have to let Biao'er be the emperor, right? "
Chen Han looked at Zhu Yuanzhang.
History books record that Zhu Yuanzhang was a cold-blooded and ruthless emperor, and even said that he would sacrifice even his relatives for the sake of the country, the country, and the country.
There are also TV dramas that show how Zhu Yuanzhang disagrees with the prince's political views every day, and how the father and son fight back and forth.
But when he came to the Ming Dynasty, he discovered that the harmony between this father and son must be greater than that of all emperors and sons.
The coordination between them is seamless.
Basically, one is a good person and the other is a bad person.
Emperors and sons of other dynasties should all envy this kind of father-son relationship.
Lao Zhu didn't understand what Chen Han was thinking, and still sighed: "But Biao'er probably wants to wait until next year to see it again. He must be thinking about what if he can survive next year.
He just came to inherit the throne, if it doesn’t work..."
The old man did not finish his words.
Chen Han said: "Don't worry, old man. According to the current intensity of work, with the help of the cabinet and the help of the tax department, there are institutions controlled by the imperial power both inside and outside the court.
His Highness is now able to control various institutions at his fingertips. No one in the world can be more right than His Highness, and no one can make any splash.
Under such a situation and now that His Highness knows how to take care of himself, he will definitely be able to hold on to his physical condition. "
Zhu Yuanzhang was very pleased after hearing this.
"By the way, let's get back to the topic. Putting aside the history books, what do you think of Lan Yu?" Lao Zhu returned to this question.
Chen Han had no choice but to reply: "Personally, I dislike this person very much."
Lao Zhu was very interested: "Tell me about it."
"There is no doubt that he is an extremely utilitarian person. As soon as he met and opened his mouth, he wanted me to facilitate him and let me give him some sweetness in tax reform.
Old man, it seems that I have not only offended the civil officials, but also the military generals already think that I am a villain. "
Lao Zhu laughed and said, "This is a good thing. It allows you to be a lonely minister."
Chen Han could only smile.
The two came to the Bo Xueting. After sitting down, Chen Han took the tea from the eunuch next to him and poured Zhu Yuanzhang a cup of hot tea.
"It is also very clear how to use Lan Yu. He is an unruly person who likes to take advantage. If you feel tired of using such a person around you, then use him far away."
Lao Zhu took a sip of tea and asked, "What do you mean?"
"I told you about our plan to colonize the world before. When the time comes, we will establish the Nanyang Branch of the Daming Chamber of Commerce, and he can be the governor of the Nanyang Branch.
Let him lead the army to open up colonies. As for what he wants to do, you can let him do , you won’t be annoyed if you don’t see him. "
Lao Zhu laughed after hearing this: "That's the truth. The reason why we restrained this guy from being as stiff as the Tatars in the north is mainly because the Tatars are close to us. If they go too far, these bandits will bully our people. , so I had to endure it.
Now, as you said, let Lan Yu go to the ocean and cause harm to other places. This is quite a way of fighting fire with fire.
Hahaha, good! ! "
The old man was happy when he said this.
Then he asked: "Since you mentioned that Nanyang Branch asked Lan Yu to be the governor, are you somewhat confident about the arrangements of the others?"
Zhu Yuanzhang drank tea and looked at Chen Han.
This not only tests Chen Han's understanding of people like Ming Dynasty, but also tests Chen Han's leadership ability.
This is the most important part of knowing people well.
Chen Han really talked eloquently: "Since you ask, old man, then I will not be polite to have a tea tasting in the Erxue Pavilion to talk about heroes."
Chen Han said as he ate a delicious piece of prune and vegetable pie from Jiangsu and Zhejiang on the table.
This tea cake is really suitable for eating when drinking tea.
"When it comes to who is more suitable to be the governor of these branches, then I can really say.
The governor of the Beiyang Branch was none other than King Zhu Di of Yan. "
When Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, he was immediately interested and after eating a piece of cake, he said, "Tell me about it."
"The king of Yan, Zhu Di, has been fighting the Tatars in the north all year round. He is familiar with the situation in the north. With the help of King Ning, the two brothers will definitely achieve something."
Zhu Yuanzhang nodded in agreement.
He very much agrees with this.
Then Chen Han said: "The west side's primary goal is to conquer the Timur Empire, and King Jin is the most suitable candidate."
Zhu Yuanzhang was also very satisfied when he heard that it was his third son.
Then Chen Han said: "For the Dongyang branch, Muying is of course the most suitable, and for the Nanyang branch, we call Lanyu."
Zhu Yuanzhang said with great interest: "Why must Sapphire be the most suitable for Nanyang Branch?"
Chen Han smiled and said: "Because there are many pirates in Nanyang, I think Lan Yu is the most suitable to deal with those pirates. He is even worse than the pirates."
Hahaha……
Zhu Yuanzhang laughed: "Okay!" Then Chen Han said: "Your Majesty, let me go to the first battle of this Eastern Expedition against Japanese slaves. I want to see those little devils being punished by my idea. I want to see them." He was swept away and was unable to fight back.
I want to see the moment of revenge with my own eyes. "
Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Chen Han and patted his shoulder: "You have to go and talk to Jiangdu first. You will not go on an expedition until you get married."
"Yeah!" Chen Han nodded.
"By the way, tomorrow the court will summarize with the courtiers the tax collection issues for the people who are divided into acres. Since you have made the most of your contribution, there is no problem in being promoted to a higher level."
Chen Han didn't feel much about this.
……
Meeting the next day.
On the way, many people surrounded Zhan Hui, the Minister of Civil Affairs.
"Is this boy Chen Han going to be promoted again?" asked the Minister of Civil Affairs.
Zhan Hui nodded: "Who says it's not the case? I don't know what kind of reincarnation this kid is. What's in his mind is really powerful."
"It's not like he just fell from the sky, but also the people who followed him were honored." As he said this, an official looked at Ling Han, the Minister of Rites, in the distance.
Ling Han was proudly surrounded by many officials.
He is very lucky to be in his current position at the age of about [-]. Without Chen Han's help, it would be difficult to make the leap from the right minister of the Ministry of Rites to the current minister of the Ministry of Rites.
He was happy, but many officials were unhappy with him.
Zhan Hui just sneered and said nothing.
However, an official asked: "Since it has been decided, why should we hold a court meeting to announce it in public?"
Zhan Hui smiled and said: "The pioneer of reform and your majesty's grandson-in-law, now that the results are so good for the first time, it is natural to explain it in public. Otherwise, how can we show the effectiveness of the reform?"
An official snorted: "This bastard is living a good life. The taxes are so high now because they come from our mouths.
After taking so much advantage from us, His Majesty just spent 1000 million yuan to increase the salaries of officials. It was really a good calculation. "
Another official said: "It's a pity that we can only stick to it, others will soon marry the princess and live a life of rising to the sky.
By the way, His Majesty also intends to change the rule that the county horse master cannot come out to serve as an official. It seems that it is just to make way for Chen Han. "
When it comes to this, many officials feel even more uncomfortable.
It seems that His Majesty the Emperor has really thought carefully about Chen Han.
Zhan Hui gritted his teeth and didn't want to say anything. Even if he went to court, he was very reluctant.
At the court meeting, after summarizing the tax issues related to the diversion of land, Chen Han was indeed given a big reward.
Not only did they cash in the bonus for Chen Han's invention of the spinning jenny and the flying shuttle loom, but they also announced the wedding of Princess Jiangdu and Chen Han on the first day of October, and also announced the marriage of the princess and the consort. The rule is that you cannot come out to serve as an official.
Sure enough.
Although many officials felt dissatisfied, facing the emperor Zhu Yuanzhang.
All were speechless.
Not to mention Chen Han's current political achievements, many officials still rely on Chen Han to make a living.
After all, the emperor directly announced the increase in officials' salaries in the court hall.
As the saying goes, people with short hands are short-handed.
……
A month later.
The first day of October in the 24th year of Hongwu.
The entire capital was plunged into an extremely lively scene.
The matter of Jiangdu County Chief's marriage to Chen Han had been publicized a few months ago.
After going through the process of accepting the lottery, asking for the name, accepting the honor, accepting the levy, and applying for the deadline, it is finally time to welcome it in person.
Early in the morning on the first day of October.
Chen Han dressed in gorgeous wedding clothes, rode on a tall white horse, and went to the palace to marry the princess.
The wedding team arrived at the Qianqing Palace of the imperial palace and dismounted. They walked all the way to the palace under the guidance of the eunuchs and paid a visit to the emperor Zhu Yuanzhang first.
Then he came to Zhongcui Palace in the East Palace and met with Prince Zhu Biao and Princess Lu.
Although Ms. Lu hated Chen Han with all her heart, she still blessed Chen Han and his wife with a smile on their wedding day.
But that smile was really perfunctory.
Zhu Biao, on the other hand, was very satisfied with his son-in-law who had been here for more than 600 years, and even called him aside alone to give him advice.
"Chen Han, Jiang Du has lived with Gu since he was a child. His temperament seems cheerful, but in fact he became sensitive and suspicious after his mother passed away. I hope you can treat her well."
Chen Han also respected his father-in-law very much.
Prince Zhu Biao.
The most disappointing figure in the Ming Dynasty.
Now he would become his father-in-law, which was something Chen Han never thought of.
"Don't worry, Your Highness, the relationship between Youwei and I has been cultivated bit by bit. I am very grateful to her for staying with me when I need someone to accompany me. I will be as good to her as ever after we get married."
Zhu Biao smiled: "It's good to have your words. By the way, His Majesty Gu Ting said that you want to participate in the first expedition against Japan. Have you considered it?"
Chen Han nodded: "It shouldn't take long this time. I came here hoping to see my Ming army set foot on the land of the Japanese slaves.
I also hope that I can use my knowledge to guide the army on the specific location of the Iwami Silver Mine. "
Zhu Biao thought of Chen Han's experience and understood Chen Han's thoughts, so he stopped obstructing him at the moment: "You must come back safely."
Chen Han nodded.
Soon the wedding entered the most exciting moment - the wedding ceremony.
Their bridal chamber was arranged in the East Palace, and they would return to Chen Han's mansion the day after they got married.
Under everyone's blessing eyes, Chen Han entered the extremely festively decorated bridal chamber.
I saw Zhu Youwei wearing a red hijab.
He took the scale beam and lifted Zhu Youwei's red hijab.
Zhu Youwei, dressed in a bright red wedding dress, is particularly beautiful tonight.
After her red hijab was lifted, Zhu Youwei shyly shouted: "Husband!!"
Chen Han almost lost control because of this sentence.
Fortunately, he still had some control. The two held hands and came to the table, took the wine cut in half, and each poured a glass of wine.
This wine is called Hexin wine, which means two become one.
Only after drinking Hexin wine can they be considered a true couple.
The two looked at each other, with intense emotions in their eyes.
"Madam, you are so beautiful tonight!" Chen Han looked at Zhu Youwei.
Zhu Youwei lowered her head shyly.
On the wedding night, everything is so beautiful...
(End of this chapter)