However, Zhu Gaochi's next words made Zhu Di's expression, which had just eased up, instantly darken.
"Furthermore, whether Zhan Chen's method is useful or not is another matter!”
Zhu Gaochi's expression was extremely firm.
"If it's useless, then I'll strip Zhan He of his status as the imperial grandson!”Zhu Di said angrily.
Zhu Gaochi choked.
But even so, Zhu Gaochi refused to back down." Regardless of whether it's useful or not, your son will not agree to your personal expedition to the north!”
The atmosphere that had just eased up had once again dropped to freezing point.
Zhu Zhan Xin interrupted their argument." Imperial Grandfather, Father, why don't we discuss this matter after the results of the increase in business tax are out?”
Zhu Zhanji, who was standing at the side, also echoed,"What Zhan Jue said makes sense. The most important thing now is to solve the matter of the national treasury."”
Hearing this.
Zhu Di's expression gradually eased. He stared at Zhu Gaochi and said," Get out!"
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On that day, the imperial edict was instantly sent out.
He announced that he would raise the housing tax and add another tax. All matters would be handed over to the imperial grandson, Zhu Zhanyu.
The imperial court was shaken by the news.
Yang Rong frowned when he heard the news.
"Increase taxes? Isn't this nonsense?"
"Taxes are related to the people's livelihood of our Ming Dynasty. During the Taizu period, it was stipulated that taxes could not be increased. What is the intention of Your Majesty's decree now?”
Coincidentally, Yang Shiqi was also in Yang Rong's residence at this time. The two of them were originally discussing the Northern Expedition when they suddenly received this news.
"I'm afraid His Majesty wants to use this to solve the problem of the national treasury being empty and to stop us from opposing the northern expedition.”Yang Shiqi stroked his white beard.
"Although the farmers won't be burdened by the increase in agricultural taxes, increasing commercial taxes and raising their status will shake the foundation of the country!”
"That makes sense. Furthermore, the sudden increase in commercial taxes will probably make the commoners worried. They'll be worried about whether agricultural taxes will be increased in the future.”
"Tomorrow at the court, I must persuade His Majesty properly. How can he be so willful!”
Yang Shiqi remained silent.
Although this move had hidden dangers, it was not impossible. Although His Majesty had become more and more willful recently, he was not a monarch who ignored the people.
Thinking of this, Yang Shiqi decided to wait and see how this matter would turn out.
"I've never heard of this imperial grandson. Why would His Majesty entrust such a major matter to him?”
Yang Rong recalled the news about Zhu Zhan Xin, who was in charge of this matter, and was very puzzled.
Yang Shiqi pondered for a moment." Compared to His Highness the First Imperial Sun, the Fifth Imperial Sun is not very famous. He rarely comes into contact with political affairs. I'm afraid it's just a cover.”
"Hmm, that makes sense…"
……
Zhang Manor.
Senior Rong Lu Zhang Fu was shocked when he heard the news.
"Your Majesty, this is a big move!”
Zhang Chenshi, Zhang Fu's wife, who was sitting beside Zhang Fu, also heard the news.
"What, what does Your Majesty mean by this? Raising the business tax would probably be detrimental to the country.”
"Your Majesty naturally knows what a woman can see.”
"As for the person in charge…"
"What's wrong with this imperial grandson?" Zhang Chenshi was puzzled.
" Hmph!" Zhang Fu snorted." This Fifth Imperial Sun might be His Majesty's cover, but His Majesty wouldn't choose such an unaccomplished Imperial Sun for no reason.”
As he spoke, Zhang Fu's eyes slightly focused.·····
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At this moment, Zhu Gaochi and Zhu Zhanji also had serious expressions.
"Zhanji, although your royal grandfather has entrusted this matter to Zhanhe, he has never dealt with such matters before. If your brother needs anything, you must do your best to help.”
Zhu Zhanji was a little annoyed, but he still nodded." Don't worry, Father."”
Shaking his head slightly, Zhu Gaochi couldn't help but sigh," Zhan Jue, why didn't you discuss with us before submitting the memorial? Your Imperial Grandfather isn't a soft-hearted person."”
As if recalling something, Zhu Gaochi's eyes flashed with fear.
Zhu Zhanji raised his head and happened to see him. He had no choice but to agree with his royal grandfather.
The Crown Prince was indeed too weak. Although he was still shocked when his Imperial Grandfather had shown killing intent towards Zhan Chen in the royal study.
However, it was not to such an extent.
The more he thought about it, the more frustrated Zhu Zhanji became.
The northern expedition had been an endless argument, and no conclusion had been reached until now.
Now that there was another business tax matter, who knew how noisy the court would be tomorrow.
Moreover, Zhan Chen's performance when he entered…
" Zhanji, come in…" Zhu Gaochi seemed to have thought of something as well. He suddenly looked at Zhu Zhanji and stopped halfway.
He was worried that Zhan Jue really wanted to fight with Zhan Ji.
What should he do? In the past, the Battle of Jingnan was still in front of him, and now there was a battle between the Kings of Han. Could it be that when it came to the foundation, they still had to fight between brothers?
No! No!
The battle for the throne had always been bloody.
Zhu Gaochi couldn't accept that one day, his sons would fight each other with swords and kill each other!
"Father."
Zhu Zhanji was silent for a long time before he said in a low voice," Zhanyu might not want to fight with me now, even if…"
"Zhanchen is also my younger brother."
He did not finish his sentence.
But the meaning was very obvious!
Unlike his other brothers, Zhu Zhanyi was Zhu Zhanji's younger brother.
If Zhan He had never fought with his sword, even if he fought for the throne, he would not have really hurt Zhan He.
Zhu Zhanji's eyes were firm, and he had clearly made up his mind.
Zhu Gaochi sighed and patted Zhu Zhanji's shoulder.
"Alright."
Moving his lips, Zhu Gaochi didn't say anything in the end. He only sighed faintly again.·····
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Han King's Residence.
Zhu Gaoxu's face was a little gloomy." Before this, you investigated and found that Zhu Zhanyi did not have any contact with anyone. Now that the old master has handed such a big matter to Zhu Zhanyi, it is really possible that the old master is behind the whole thing."”
Zhu Gaoxu's eyes suddenly flashed with a trace of seriousness.
If this matter was really planned by the old master behind the scenes, then his ruthlessness towards the old master would probably rise to another level.
"I really don't dare to send someone to follow him, but I can guarantee that Zhu Zhan Xin definitely hasn't seen any strangers in these two months.”
Zhu Gaosui said confidently.
At the mention of Zhu Zhan Xin, he seemed to have thought of something, and a trace of doubt appeared on his face."However, even if the old man was controlling it from behind, he should have chosen Zhu Zhanji. Why did he suddenly choose Zhu Zhanyi?”
Zhu Gaoxu also frowned immediately," There must be something we don't know about this. You said that the old man asked you to investigate Zhu Zhanshi that day?"”
"That's right. I was very confused at that time. This Zhu Zhanxin is usually lazy. I watched him earlier and didn't have any ambitions. Why did the old master suddenly ask me to investigate Zhu Zhanxin?”
Zhu Gaoxu's eyes darkened." The old man wouldn't ask you to investigate for no reason."”
Zhu Gaosui put down his legs and leaned closer to Zhu Gaoxu. He whispered,"Could it be that Zhu Zhanyu really did something in this matter?"”
Zhu Gaoxu's eyes narrowed.
"Regardless of whether it is true or not, we'll know once we try it.”
"If there is, our nephew is probably not a simple person.”
"Moreover, if this matter is completed, the old master will think highly of them again.”
Towards the end, Zhu Gaoxu's voice was filled with malice.
Zhu Gaosui sighed. He knew Zhu Gaoxu's obsession. Thinking of Zhu Gaochi's fat and weak appearance, he pursed his lips." I don't know why the old man made Zhu Gaochi the Crown Prince."”
Zhu Gaoxu's hand instantly tightened!
Unwillingness and anger filled his eyes.······
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