In Chuxiu Palace.
Shangguan Haitang was slightly startled when she heard Zhu Houzhao's words. She had never thought that His Majesty would be interested in The Best Manor.
" Your Majesty, the World's Greatest Manor was built by Wan Sanqian. Its shops are spread across many counties, so it's well-informed. Wan Sanqian has been working with Iron-guts Divine Marquis. The World's Greatest Manor provides intelligence for the Guarding Dragon Mountain Villa..."
Although Iron-guts Deity Marquis was Shangguan Haitang's foster father, in Shangguan Haitang's heart, she was a minister of the Ming Dynasty…
"Do you mean that the world's best manor is very difficult for me to use?”
"Your Majesty, this humble servant believes that it might be a little difficult. There are many heroes gathered in The Best Manor, and they have always hated the court. They regard the East and West Plants as the imperial court's dogs. It will be very difficult to take over The Best Manor.”
Shangguan Haitang did not hide anything and told the Emperor directly.
Bai Muxue stood at the side and only understood a little. She did not know what the Emperor and Shangguan Haitang were talking about…
A few days ago, she met Shangguan Haitang who had come to visit her. Bai Muxue was just a little palace maid in the laundry bureau not long ago. She was still not used to her current identity as Chuxiu Palace Lord. When she saw Shangguan Haitang and Ouyang Jing 'er, she was still a little respectful.
After all, they were once the imperial guards and female officials…
"Sunset Snow."
"ChenQie is here."
"I have arranged twenty-four eunuchs who are highly skilled in martial arts for you. Your food must be checked carefully. If anyone has any ill intentions towards you, you must immediately order the eunuchs around you…"
Your Majesty, I don't need to…I already have dozens of palace maids and eunuchs serving me…"
"It's different. These people are here to protect you…"
Just now, Zhu Houzhao had heard Shangguan Haitang say that the best manor in the world was hard to use for the imperial court, and his killing intent had been aroused. However, Zhu Houzhao did not show it in front of Shangguan Haitang. After all, she was the manor master of the best manor and had once ruled the best manor for Iron-guts Divine Marquis…
It was inevitable that he would be biased.
……
West Hall.
After Yu Huatian left the Forbidden City, he rushed back to the West Hall and made secret arrangements.
Although His Majesty did not say it explicitly, Yu Huatian could already hear the meaning behind His Majesty's words.
If they investigated the case thoroughly, it was very likely that the Iron Gut Divine Marquis would be implicated.
After all, those who could poison the palace would not be able to do it if they did not have enough courage and power.
The most suitable candidate was God Marquis Ironguts.
However, everything could only be done in secret. The Ministry of Justice could not know that in the eyes of the Minister of Justice, Hong Zhong, and the four famous arresters, the Iron Gut Divine Marquis was loyal and loyal. The West Military Hall must have wronged the loyal and loyal officials by investigating the Iron Gut Divine Marquis.
Since His Majesty did not say it explicitly, Yu Huatian could only act in secret.
After a series of personnel transfers, the West Wing began to move out.
……
Cining Palace.
The Empress Dowager summoned the Imperial Household…
The selection of talents under the heavens was about to begin!
Every county received the Empress Dowager's decree.
The world's talent selection, the selection of beautiful women into the palace!
……
Forbidden City.
Yangxin Palace Hall.
The construction of the Academy of Sciences was in full swing.
Now, the Academy of Sciences personnel roster had been confirmed, and the Minister of Works, Li Sui, had also come to report this matter to the Emperor.
Zhu Houzhao carefully flipped through the names on the register and nodded.""How's the progress with the new cannon?”
"Your Majesty, according to the current progress, the Ming Dynasty can produce about three new cannons a day," said Li Sui respectfully.”
"Now, I have arranged for the craftsmen of the Academy of Sciences to start improving the firearms and other matters.”
Zhu Houzhao said with a deep expression,""Making three cannons a day is too slow!”
Li Sui's expression froze, and he bowed.""Your Majesty, please calm down. Right now, the Ministry of Works has already allocated a large number of people to begin the construction of the new ships.”
"In terms of the production of new cannons, I'm a little lacking.”
"Please rest assured, Your Majesty. I will resolve this problem as soon as possible.”
Zhu Houzhao nodded slightly, and his face looked much better. He muttered,"Just now, I heard you say that the Academy of Science has already started to improve the firearms?”
"Yes, Your Majesty!"
"The order I gave them was to see results within fifteen days.”
Zhu Houzhao nodded his head in appreciation and said,""Not bad!"
"Just fifteen days!"
"In fifteen days, I will personally test the power of the new firearms in the hunting ground in the western suburbs!”
"Yes." Li Sui cupped his hands and bowed.
Zhu Houzhao slowly walked up to Li Sui and patted his shoulder meaningfully.""Minister Li, Zhen did not hesitate to spend a large sum of money to support you. All the civil and military officials in the court are watching!”
"Do not disappoint me!"
With a solemn expression, Li Sui bowed and said,""Please rest assured, Your Majesty. If I can't do this, I'm willing to be punished!”
"Yes!"
"You can leave!"
Li Sui cupped his hands and bowed before leaving Yangxin Hall.
Under the night sky.
Li Sui walked alone on the bluestone square, thinking about how to complete the task His Majesty had given him.
Just as the emperor had said, all the civil and military officials were watching them.
The Academy of Science! To be praised and valued by the Emperor.
If he couldn't even do this well, he wouldn't be able to continue his position as Minister of Works.
The Academy of Science that he had spent so much effort to build would probably cease to exist.
Li Tong thought so and his expression became even more determined.
……
Inside Yangxin Hall.
Zhu Houzhao took out the edict and stared at the name list of every general on it.
Jiubian Town was built during the Hongzhi period and was responsible for guarding the border of the Ming Dynasty.
Starting from the Yalu River in the east and reaching Jiayu Pass in the west, Liaodong Town, Jizhou Town, Xuanfu Town, Datong Town, Piantou Pass, Yansui Town, Ningxia Town, Guyuan Town and Gansu Town were successively established on the northern border defense line that stretched for thousands of miles.
And in this Nine Border Town, there were ten generals with high positions and authority. They were important chess pieces left behind by the previous emperor.
This time, if they were to use troops against Wala, Tartar, and other foreign races, the role of the Nine Border Cities was unquestionable.
From time to time, the eunuch slowly walked forward and bowed.""Your Majesty, there's a letter from beyond the Great Wall."
Zhu Houzhao's expression changed slightly, and he said in a dignified manner,""Who submitted it?"
"Your Majesty, it's the leader of the Ten Great Generals, Great General Frightening!”
Zhu Houzhao was deep in thought when he heard this.
The leader of the Ten Great Generals, Ling Luoshi!
This person was talented and intelligent. In just thirty-three years, he had mastered a palm technique that others would need more than one hundred and thirty years to master!
Moreover, he was decisive and ruthless! From an unknown soldier, he had experienced many battlefields and became a famous general!
However, what Zhu Houzhao did not expect was why Ling Luoshi would suddenly send a letter.
"Your Majesty, the Great General has sent a letter requesting that he return to the court to report on his work. He said that he has something important to report to Your Majesty personally.”
Zhu Houzhao was deep in thought when he heard this.
The important towns on the nine borders were of great importance. Under normal circumstances, the garrison generals were not allowed to return to the capital without permission.
Now, Ling Luoshi suddenly sent a letter requesting to return to the capital to report on his work.
Was there really something important, or was there something else?
Although Emperor Hongzhi had written in his posthumous edict that these people could be used, after so many years, the ten generals had been guarding the border all year round. No one could guarantee that they would still listen to the Emperor's deployment.
It was not even an exaggeration to call him a local emperor.
As the head of the Ten Great Generals, Great General Terror had the highest prestige in the army.
Even if many years had passed, it would not be obliterated.
Right now, he already had the heart to destroy the Wala, Tartar, and other foreign races.
Even if the Great General of Terror did not have this letter, he would still let them return to the capital to report on their work.
One is to observe his heart.
He wanted to see if there were any people among the ten generals who were subservient.
Secondly, it was to intimidate the border officials!
If they wanted to unite against the outside world, they must first prevent the possibility of a fire in their backyard!
Before everything was settled, he needed to solve this hidden danger that might appear!
Zhu Houzhao thought so. A cold light flashed in his eyes as he said sternly,""It's requested by the Great General of Fear!"
"However, before returning to the capital to report on your work, arrange the matters in the important town properly!”
"Yes."
After the eunuch left, Zhu Houzhao ordered,""Ask Cao Zhengchun to come and see me!"
"Yes."
The emperor summoned Cao Zhengchun and he immediately went to Yangxin Palace Hall to meet the emperor.
"Greetings, Your Majesty."
"Rise!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
"How's the progress of the recruitment and training of the East Military Hall?!”
Cao Zhengchun was stunned when he heard that.
Usually, the Emperor rarely asked about the affairs of the East and West Factories.
When the Emperor suddenly called him over to ask about this matter, Cao Zhengchun could not help but feel puzzled.
"Your Majesty, I've ordered the Second and Third Gear Leaders to be responsible for training and cultivating the new recruits 'detection and concealment skills.”
"I can guarantee Your Majesty that it won't be long before these people can also become the sharpest knife in Your Majesty's hands!”
"Very good!"
"However, I have something for you to do!”
Cao Zhengchun heard this and knelt down on one knee." Please instruct me, Your Majesty. I will do it properly."”
"Arrange for the East Chamber's secret agents to closely monitor every move in the capital." Zhu Houzhao nodded slightly.”
"Report to me immediately if there is any movement or suspicious personnel.”
Cao Zhengchun's heart trembled. He could already feel that something big was going to happen in the Ming Dynasty.
Otherwise, Tian Zi wouldn't have said such words to him.
However, Cao Zhengchun did not know what it was.
As the Emperor's most loyal lackey, he would never ask without the Emperor's permission.
"Yes, Your Majesty."
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