The autumn is clear and the weather is cool, and the Forbidden City is showing the majestic momentum of the Ming Dynasty Palace.

Since the new emperor took office, this palace has changed the tranquility of decades during the Jiajing period, but it has added a lot of popularity. The special Palace of Yangxin can be described as Chaoge Yexian.

The name of the Palace of Harmony comes from the Mencius’s “Nothing good at nourishing the heart is less desire”, that is, the method of cultivating the inner heart is nothing better than reducing desires.

Longqing didn't know whether he didn't know the meaning or did not take it seriously at all, but he transformed it into an entertainment venue for him to appreciate singing and dancing performances without any psychological burden.

After the morning court, I first returned to the Ganqing Palace to make up for my sleep, and then came here to watch the dance performance, but I was obsessed with the twisting waists of the dancers.

Teng Xiang led many eunuchs to serve Longqing, but he had already figured out the emperor's hobbies and frequently looked for various new dance performances for Longqing.

After watching the dancer leave, Longqing seemed disappointed and said, "This dance has no new meaning at all. Can't I surprise me?"

"If you are not good at doing things well, please forgive me!" The eunuch in charge of the palace dance turned pale when he heard this, and he knelt on the ground and begged for mercy in fear.

Long Qing looked at the eunuch who was kneeling in panic, but waved his hand lightly: "Forget it, you can't blame you for this matter. You can do your best in the future!"

"Yes, I will do my best to do my best to do my business for the emperor in the future!" The eunuch in charge of court dance responded quickly, and at the same time he glanced at his godfather secretly and said.

Teng Xiang's mouth raised slightly, but he stood up and said, "Master, the old slave reported from the eunuch in Gansu. Altan Khan learned that the emperor likes singing and dancing. Altan's envoy brought a group of beautiful women from the Western Regions this time. Where is the dance team?”

"Be serious?" Long Qing's eyes lit up slightly, and he immediately sought to prove it seriously.

Teng Xiang made a thought, then nodded solemnly, "I heard that this is the case. They are all born with a beautiful and beautiful dance. The dance is so attractive. There is one called Nuer or something. It's a stunning beauty in the world!"

"There is no seductive dance in the world? Isn't this an exaggeration?" Long Qing calmed down and seemed suspicious.

As he saw more and more dances, his appetite became more and more stingy. Although he liked the hot style of the Western Regions, he was also skeptical about beautiful things, and he was even more stunning about the world. believe.

Teng Xiang saw that his goal had been achieved, and even took the opportunity to say, "The people below reported to the old slave in this way, probably wouldn't be much worse. If the emperor doesn't believe it, he can summon Altan Khan's envoy. , The Emperor will know at a glance!"

Longqing couldn't help but feel moved, but then he shook his head firmly and said, "This is inappropriate, the leaders in the court...the war faction will not agree!"

Although he also hoped to reach a peace agreement with Altan and wanted to see the beauties of the Western Regions with his own eyes, he knew that Lin Weiran's prestige was getting higher and higher.

Especially in military affairs, Lin Weiran undoubtedly has the most say, but he would not agree to discuss with Altan's envoy.

"Emperor, Lin Ge is a minister, and you are the emperor! The former emperor hated Altan so much because of Gengxu's shame. Now Altan has suffered severe damage during his master's rule. Now he is obedient and obedient. Isn’t it prove that the master is stronger than the previous emperor?” Teng Xiang first clarified Long Qing’s identity, and then praised him.

"Yes! If Altan bowed his head to the master, wouldn't he be even more powerful?" A favored eunuch next to him also agreed.

this……

Long Qing couldn't help but feel moved, but he really wanted to suppress his father and prove that he was stronger than him and was a true wise lord.

Seeing that the time was ripe, Teng Xiang continued to persuade Long Qing: "Master, if there are constant wars in the north, we will not only sacrifice many soldiers of our Ming Dynasty, but also lose a lot of money. This is definitely not a good strategy.

ah!"

"That's right, but Master Lin..." Long Qing said with scruples, but he said with scruples.

Now, he has learned the power of the civil servant group. If he really fought against those officials, he would definitely not be too quiet. Many of the memorials that blamed him would be sent to the court.

The most important thing is that Lin Qingran was the only Wen Kuijun in the Ming Dynasty, and he was even more respected by scholars all over the world. Once Lin Qingran said a few bad words, his wise ruler might be over.

"Emperor, the Holy Lord, the wise king, does not slaughter, and there is no sword light. Now Altan is determined to seek peace from the Ming Dynasty. We can see the previous one first, and it will not be too late to decide when the time comes! Besides, this matter was thrown out by Mr. Xu.

, This time you just respect Master Xu's opinions more!" Teng Xiang guided again, and advised with great sincerity.

"Yes, I just don't want to launch a massacre. This time, following Mr. Xu's wish, why not let the envoy of Altan come to see him?" Long Qing's eyes lit up slightly, and he immediately made up his mind.

When Teng Xiang saw that Long Qing finally accepted his plan, he couldn't help but secretly breathe a breath of turbid air, but he did not disappoint the help of Shanxi merchants in his early years and the 100,000 taels of silver he had just sent.

As night fell, the lights in Lin Mansion Study Room lit up.

Lin Qingran sat at the desk and flipped through various latest information, and knew about the latest major moves in the capital, including the Shanxi Gangs that were active.

After accumulating primitive wealth, Shanxi merchants continued to make salt profits through Huai salt, while smuggling through Mongolia, and then extended their hands to the court.

In addition to cultivating officials such as Wang Chonggu and Zhang Siwei, they have actually penetrated into the eunuch group and have close ties with many eunuchs.

Lin Weiran opened the latest information and found out that the Shanxi Gang used their financial resources to conquer many greedy eunuchs, and now Li Fang and Teng Xiang both have close relationships with the Shanxi Gang.

Lin Jinyuan hurried in from outside and reported respectfully: "Master, Zhu Xiaoxi, the commander of the Jinyiwei, came to ask for a meeting!"

"Zhu Xiaoxi? Get him here quickly!" Lin Xuran immediately ordered when he heard Zhu Xiaoxi coming.

"Yes!" Lin Jinyuan turned around and left...

Lin Weiran put down the affairs in his hands and met Zhu Xiaoxi in the outer hall.

Now the Ming general group has no status or power, and there is even no spokesperson. The noble group is more like the second generation ancestor who is content with peace.

Originally, Lin Weiran guessed that some officials who were willing to maintain the soldiers on the Nine-sided sides would come, but he never expected that the first person to come was Zhu Xiaoxi from the Jinyiwei.

Lin Junran and Zhu Xiaoxi were already old acquaintances, so they immediately asked straight to the point: "Governor Zhu, I wonder what happened to visit suddenly tonight?"

"Your Majesty has agreed to summon Altan Khan's envoy, you must know!" Zhu Xiaoxi took the teacup sent by Lin Jinyuan and went straight to the theme.

Lin Xuran not only knew this matter, but also understood who was behind the scenes, so he nodded quietly and said, "I already know this matter!"

"Gemaster Lin, I am the official Weibo account, so I hope you can find a way to stop this peace talks with Altan!" Zhu Xiaoxi directly asked.

Lin Qingran took a sip of tea, but asked in confusion: "Governor Zhu, why are you so firmly opposed to the negotiations with Altan?"

"I have been in the Jinyiwei for nearly 30 years. I have been responsible for obtaining intelligence from Mongolia since the Jiajing Dynasty. I even went to Mobei for a while. Over the years, my brothers have lost their lives in Mobei, and I have also

Fortunately, my brothers tried hard to save each other and saved their lives, so how could I ignore this hatred?" Zhu Xiaoxi immediately recalled the past and explained with sincerity.

Lin Weiran saw the tears in Zhu Xiaoxi's eyes, but he knew that this was a man who values ​​love and friendship, and he also knew that the Jinyiwei had indeed gone to Mobei to inquire about information a lot.

The ancients said it very well: Don’t let others suffer, don’t let others listen to others’ goodness; if you let others pass through my suffering, you may not have the goodness of me.

Lin Weiran has never been a kind person who speaks kindness. In fact, many of the pro-war factions in the court say they oppose it, but almost everyone lacks the hatred of the Mongols. Only Zhu Xiaoxi can do it.

He is the real war pro-sword.

But he understood that it was still a bit difficult to rely on his opposition alone. This matter was far more complicated than expected, especially now Long Qing is already on Xu Jie's side.

Lin Xuran said bitterly in the face of Zhu Xiaoxi's request: "Governor Zhu, I will definitely object to this matter, but you should see that the emperor is standing on the other side of Xu Jie!"

"I know! I came here tonight to tell Mr. Lin that if there is a place where I need my help, I will be obliged to do so!" Zhu Xiaoxi nodded solemnly, and at the same time explained his intention.

Lin Fu, who was standing outside the door, couldn't help but look back when he heard this. The dignified commander of the Jinyiwei actually made such a statement to Lin Xuran.

Lin Weiran held the tea lid and poured tea water lightly, but shook his head gently and said, "Even if you get your strong support, I'm afraid you can't stop this peace talks!"

"Why is this?" Zhu Xiaoxi frowned slightly and asked in confusion.

Lin Xuran held the teacup in his palm and said seriously: "This time it was Xu Jie's proposal, and Xu Jie must spare no effort to promote it. Originally, we should be on par with each other! But the emperor has expressed his support for Xu Jie, and this interview has become a foregone conclusion!"

"Gemaster Lin, I know I can't stop the interview, but we must stop them from having a peace talk!" Zhu Xiaoxi nodded gently, while emphasizing his attempt.

Lin Weiran took a sip of tea, but smiled bitterly and shook his head, "As far as I know, Altan proposed the condition this time to pay tribute, and it does not involve the horse market. If it can really be exchanged for Altan's tribute at a very small price, this time

It is indeed in line with the fundamental interests of our Ming Dynasty, and Xu Jie will also become a hero of the Ming Dynasty. What capital do we have to challenge Xu Jie?"

"Gemaster Lin, don't you think that Altan is just tribute and has no other ambitions, right?" Zhu Xiaoxi also had his own judgment on Altan, but asked seriously.

Lin Xuran looked like a mirror-like questioning, and said, "He naturally has other ambitions, but someone can make the emperor agree to the trade, so he may be able to accept the tribute first!"

"How could the emperor agree to the trade?" Zhu Xiaoxi frowned, looking very puzzled.

Lin Qingran put down the teacup directly, and said with insight into everything: "The interview and tribute are naturally not the end. They will definitely have someone to continue to push behind their backs! This person may be Xu Jie, or Shanxi, who incited the emperor to agree to meet with the envoy.

Help, things will be more complicated than we think!”

Because of his sudden appearance, Altan severely damaged it, and the prairie master no longer relied on force. But I don’t know whether it was the plan of Zhao Quan and those people or the idea of ​​the Shanxi Gang to find a new way of wealth, Altan has already done so

It is to take a political line.

First, ease the relationship between the two sides through tribute, and then the Xu Jie and Shanxi Gang promote mutual trading. Then, the new situation between the two countries will completely separate themselves, the pro-war faction.

On the other hand, Altan got the huge benefits of mutual trading, which successfully obtained a steady supply of materials from the Ming Dynasty. The Shanxi Gang opened up a new path of wealth, and Xu Jie also gained a good reputation for quelling the war between the two countries.

"It's a good plan, but Master Lin can see through it!" Zhu Xiaoying said sincerely to Lin Junran.

"Excessive award!" Lin Qingran replied modestly and added seriously: "We cannot stop this interview! If Altan's envoy only proposes tribute, we cannot stop it, and we can only firmly oppose the market with each other.

That’s the only way we can crack their alliance!”

"I heard Lin Xuran's words tonight, it's really worth the trip! I'm still saying that just now. In this matter, whenever there is something useful to me, Mr. Lin, please speak!" Zhu Xiaoxi said this!

Lin Weiran bowed.

Lin Xuran nodded and said, "Okay, I'll write it down!"

"Goodbye!" Zhu Xiaoxi looked at Lin Jinyuan coming in, but knew that another visitor was coming, so he stood up and said.

Lin Qingran immediately stood up and said, "Governor Zhu, I'll give you it!"

The difference between the two identities is here. Zhu Xiaoxi dared not let Lin Xuran send it too far, but Lin Xuran stopped in front of the door, as if he suddenly thought of something, saying: "Wu Qianshi's filial piety period is about to end.

, When he returns to the capital, I will personally recommend him to the emperor to take charge of the guards!"

Wu Kang was Wu Shan’s stepson and was also extremely outstanding. He passed the Wu Jinshi exam and received the honor of the imperial examination, so he was already an assistant minister of the Beizhen Fushi.

"If so, I will thank Governor Zhu for him!" Lin Qingran also wanted to push Wu Kang to a higher position, and even bowed.

The moon tonight is bigger than last night, especially in the clear and refreshing autumn season, with a faint silver light falling in the yard.

Lin Xuran looked at Zhu Xiaoxi leaving, but sighed sadly.

However, he knew that there were gains and losses this time. Xu Jie followed the Shanxi Gang closer. Xu Jie had already used the power of the eunuch, but he seemed to have gained something.

It can not only completely win the morale of the soldiers on the Nine-sided sides, but also gain the support of some real advocates, and even become the leader of the entire military officer group.

However, from the reactions of all parties this time, whether it is the wise prime minister Xu Jie or the wise king Long Qing, they are actually making their own plans. No one really cares about the hatred of the soldiers on the nine sides, and no one cares whether China can become a military power.

No one is even thinking that China can realize its dream of a great power.
Chapter completed!