Chapter 686: Holy Inquisition
Zhu Di didn't show anything, but just smiled slightly and said, "Hao Fenglou, you are tired, so you can go home and rest for a few days. As for the funeral, I will tell you later."
Hao Fenglou didn't know if his words had any effect, but he didn't persuade him too much, saying, "Then I will leave."
After coming out of the palace, he went home. When he came back this time, Hao Fenglou brought many Lang Son's specialties, which were given to his mother and wife and concubines. Among them, there are dozens of sets of the latest styles of ready-to-wear.
As for some close servants, there were some gifts. Hao Wu was old and got a Sumu crutch. He was immediately overjoyed and immediately walked around the mansion with a crutch.
Prepared clothes are the best for women, and there are also rouge and water powder. Even Zhu Zhiling, who is not good at makeup, is very happy.
Preparatory clothing has long been popular in Lang Son. At the beginning, the emergence of ready-to-wear was because of the popularity of workshops, so many housewives began to work in textile workshops. In this way, the original lifestyle of men farming and women weaving was broken. The women at home could no longer do anything like before. Men went out to do work, and women weaving cloth, sew clothes, and collect shoes at home. They also had wages. They went out early and came back late every day to work in the workshop where women were allowed to enter and exit. At this time, the pace of life accelerated, and ready-to-wear and finished shoes and hats made in the workshop became popular all of a sudden. At the beginning, everyone bought ready-to-wear just for convenience and could save time. But later, some wealthy classes also began to get used to ready-to-wear, and their requirements for ready-to-wear became more meaningful.
Therefore, the matching of the fabric and the style of ready-made garments have also become the key to the sales of the ready-made garment workshops. It is precisely because of this demand. Therefore, the improvement of the fabric and the design of ready-made garments have gradually been valued. Over the years, Lang Son has indeed emerged a group of experts in this field. The emergence of designers has made the style of ready-made garments begin to change and diversify. Even some ready-made garments are extremely bold and fashion gradually begins to appear.
The dresses brought by Hao Fenglou are the most popular styles this year. Some are simple and generous, while others are complex and solemn. The texture of the fabric and even the color matching are carefully selected. This is used to the wealthy families in Lang Son, but in Jinling, it is a bit "bold" and "subversive".
Several women were locked in the room, and they tried changing their dresses with great interest. However, Mrs. Hao felt that these dresses were a bit "inappropriate" and repeatedly scolded Hao Fenglou, either because they were too beautiful or strange.
Hao Fenglou just laughed and didn't make any noise.
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In the past two days, Hao Fenglou came back and had a lot of relatives and friends who came to pay homage. He was tired of the daily welcoming and sending people. He had to go to the Jinyiwei and his subordinates were also prepared for the gifts from his subordinates. Although they were all gadgets, they were just the gifts given by the adults themselves, which was of great significance after all. The guards have always followed Hao Fenglou's head. Now that the adults are so kind, everyone is even more enthusiastic.
What Hao Fenglou is still concerned about is the decision of the palace on Siam. In a sense, the decision of the palace is influencing the direction of the future Western Conference a hundred years, or even hundreds of years later.
But Hao Fenglou was not in a hurry and never wanted to go to the palace to inquire, because he knew that the only thing he could do was wait patiently.
However, Hao Fenglou's return to Beijing also made the discussion a little excited. Scholars hold grudges. The facts of this surname Hao, new and old hatreds are really hard to write about, so many criticisms have flourished. They can neither affect the emperor's decision to Hao Fenglou, but all kinds of slander and vilification have never been interrupted. The Jinyiwei has already arrested many criticized scholars. Most of these people are blatant guys who are slandering. As for other criticisms, there are more.
In fact, the situation is still better now. After all, Hao Fenglou has an extra shield this time. Recently, Master Chen is quite interested in writing books and has written some articles to elaborate on Chen Xue’s views in depth. After these views, they are still scolding them.
On the fourth day, King Zhao finally came. This guy was practicing soldiers in Shenji Camp, and was busy with dust every day. Recently, the emperor had read Shenji Camp and praised the training of Shenji Camp, which made Zhu Gaosui taste the sweetness, so he became even more excited. He had already thought about coming, but he couldn't get out of his body. He finally found an opportunity and came in the middle of the night.
We are old friends, so naturally we are not polite. Hao Fenglou invited him directly to the flower hall, having tea and reminiscing about the past. Zhu Gaosui has become much more calm. After suffering, he has become much darker, but he seems energetic and has become a little mature and persistent in every move.
It is said that this prince is now admirable. No matter how nonsense he talks and acts carefully in front of others, even some censors cannot find any fault.
In front of Hao Fenglou, Zhu Gaosui was still unstoppable, and he laughed and listed many interesting things about himself in the Shenji Camp. Maybe he pretended to be serious for too long, and he was really a little cruel. When he talked about it almost the same, he blinked at Hao Fenglou and said, "Brother Hao, tell you the truth. My father is very satisfied with the Shenji Camp. He also praised me very much. It seems that you are right. We are not without a chance. Oh, since I started practicing Shenji Camp, I have also acquired a group of confidants, one of whom was named Lai Jun, the commander of the Shenji Camp. This person was not very shallow. He was said to have no father or mother since childhood and was an orphan, but he was promoted all the way with military merits. He was different from others. He was the most enthusiastic about leading troops. He also cared for the soldiers in the camp. Everyone in the camp believed him very much..."
When Zhu Gaosui talked about his proudness, he couldn't help but show off, just that he already had a team in his hands and was enough to compete with the prince.
As for the person named Lai Jun, as the commander of the Jinyiwei, how could Hao Fenglou not find out his background? This person does not have any bad behavior, but his only shortcomings seem to be lustful. However, a man is lustful, not to mention a military officer or a civil servant, there is nothing to be picky about. Those Qingliu still regard drinking wine as a decent thing.
Hao Fenglou knew that Zhu Gaosui was just trying to prove himself to him, but he still couldn't help but remind him: "Your Highness wants to compete with the prince, but it's not possible to rely on military officers. Can you rely on them to rebel?"
Zhu Gaosui was speechless for a moment and couldn't speak.
Hao Fenglou felt that his words were heavier, so he said, "In fact, it's nothing to have more friends, just know how to be sensible."
Zhu Gaosui just nodded, but just talked about his sexual desire much less.
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The palace had already given a note to the cabinet, so I asked the cabinet to think about Hao Fenglou's suggestions very carefully.
In this regard, the cabinet's performance was surprisingly consistent. Except for the ambiguous Yang Rong, the other persons led by Xie Jin were self-evident.
By the end of September, this matter was discussed in court, and it was also unanimous opposition.
After the court discussion, the result of the court discussion was to go to Cheng Shang Palace to visit the imperial palace. Next, Zhu Di ordered Xie Jin, Huang Huai, Hu Yan and Yang Rong to meet.
Everyone gathered in the warm pavilion. Zhu Di was obviously not sleeping for half a night and seemed a little listless. Xie Jin sat down without saying a word, thinking to himself, Your Majesty is like this, but he doesn't know what's going on. Could it be for Siam? This is a bit too much. Siam is just a place to transform into a foreign land, so why is the emperor so tired?
At this time, Zhu Di comforted the case and said with a smile: "You guys, the weather is getting colder, and even I can't stand it. You should remember to add more clothes. In the past few months, there have been many ministers who are sick. You are my left and right arms, but you can't make any mistakes."
Everyone responded quickly.
In order to liven up the atmosphere, Xie Jin smiled and said, "With your Majesty's words, you will not dare to provoke the poor ministers."
So everyone smiled, and Zhu Di also cooperated and smiled. Then he picked up a memorial on the imperial case and said, "I have read the discussions in the court. The expansion of Beijing is imperative, but there are many people who oppose it, especially the new Minister of the Ministry of Revenue. Alas, after reading it, I thought that if Xia Yuanji was there, although he would object, he would also oppose it, but he would be in charge of the Ministry of Revenue. No matter how difficult it is, he would always squeeze out some money and grain in the end. I remember Hao Fenglou said that the money and grain in the Ministry of Revenue is like a facial towel dipped in water. If you squeeze it, you will always have it."
Zhu Di's words seemed to have nostalgia for Xia Yuanji.
This made the scholars here mutter in their hearts, could Xia Yuanji have to resume again? In fact, this minister is full of ups and downs, which is common sense. Sometimes His Majesty hates you and wants to drive you out immediately, as far as you can, but this is true for people. Over time, they can't help but talk about your benefits. They may not be sure to think about it and regain their posts. (To be continued...)
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Chapter completed!