Great Ming State Preceptor!
Chong Zhen's eyes widened.
Let the Crown Prince Zhu Ci be the state preceptor?
Chong Zhen didn't know what to say.
Chongzhen couldn't possibly tell them that he was eavesdropping on Zhu Ciyan's thoughts, right?
Of course, Chongzhen was not worried that others would find out about his secret and think of him as a monster.
What he was worried about was Zhu Ci Xin. If others found out, would they be able to eavesdrop on Zhu Ci Xin's thoughts in the future?
Would it have a bad influence on Zhu Cixi?
Ever since he was able to eavesdrop on Zhu Ci's inner thoughts, Chongzhen had been successful in dealing with the government!
He couldn't let Zhu Ciyao be exposed.
Chong Zhen smiled embarrassedly." My beloved ministers, the person behind me has always been of noble character and integrity. He doesn't need my reward."”
There was nothing wrong with Chongzhen's words.
In the future, the Ming Dynasty's ten thousand miles of land would belong to Zhu Ci, so what reward would he need?
Cheng Ji Ming and the others were not happy.
"Your Majesty, the person behind you has worked hard and made great contributions. I don't know how many lives can be saved by the potatoes and sweet potatoes that you offered earlier.”
"Besides eating locusts and resolving the locust plague in Shanxi, they don't even know how to prevent the people of Shanxi from suffering from hunger and cold and relieve the pressure on the imperial court's treasury!”
"Now, he has foreseen the future and killed the plague in Shandong in the cradle!”
"Such a heaven-shaking merit, if we don't reward it, won't it chill the hearts of the meritorious officials? If the officials know about it, won't they criticize it?”
Cheng Ji Ming kowtowed and said,"Your Majesty, please reward the meritorious officials!"”
"Your Majesty, please reward the meritorious officials!"
Qian Xiangkun and the other three were all lying on the ground.
Chongzhen was a little embarrassed. Zhu Ciyao was already the crown prince, and he still wanted to be rewarded. Was he going to give up the throne?
Was he the Retired Emperor?
This made Chongzhen feel like he was a mute eating coptis root, unable to say anything!
"My dear ministers, I also want a reward, but it's really not convenient…"
Chongzhen didn't know what to say.
Cheng Jiming quickly said," Your Majesty, we know that the person who suggested this is proficient in the art of Yin and Yang. It is very likely that he is an outsider. Therefore, we suggest that he be conferred the title of Great Ming Imperial Preceptor!"”
An outsider!
Chong Zhen's eyes suddenly lit up.
Wouldn't that give him an excuse?
"Yes, yes, yes!"
"My son…cough cough, that person is indeed an outsider. I see him as an immortal!”
"Immortals regard fame and fortune as dirt. It's only because they see that the state affairs of Great Ming are difficult and can't bear to see the people of Heaven suffer that they helped me many times!”
"I have rewarded you many times, but you have rejected me!”
"If I forcefully reward them, I'm afraid that they will be tainted with the aura of mortals and ruin their path to immortality!”
"Therefore, all the beloved ministers, you must not lightly praise me in the future!”
The more Chongzhen spoke, the smoother it became. Even Chongzhen himself gave himself a Like!
Cheng Ji Ming and the others should have nothing to say after hearing this, right?
That was awesome!
As expected, Cheng Jiming and the others looked at each other when they heard this.
Wasn't this a little too much of a fantasy?
How could anyone become an immortal!
They felt that Chongzhen was making up a story, but they could not find any evidence.
After all, the plague in Jinan, Shandong Province, was right in front of their eyes. It was beyond their understanding!
"Since that's the case, we won't say anymore.”Cheng Ji Ming sighed.
"Dear ministers, please rise quickly.”
Chong Zhen heaved a sigh of relief in his heart and secretly wiped away his cold sweat. This hurdle was finally over.
After Cheng Jiming and the others stood up, Chongzhen thoughtfully gave them a seat.
When they were seated, Cheng Jiming did not mention the state preceptor anymore. He said,""Your Majesty, the Ministry of Personnel and the Ministry of War have discussed the reward for the Shaanxi grain governor, Hong Chengchou. They have already drafted the preliminary regulations.”
Cheng Jiming took out a memorial from his sleeve.
Chong Zhen raised his eyebrows slightly. He had met Hong Chengchou the last time and had a good impression of him.
He had the ability to lead troops!
He also wanted to reward him, but he did not hear Hong Chengchou's name among the loyal officials and good generals that Zhu Ciyao thought of.
Only then did Chongzhen have doubts and did not make a decision on the spot.
Later, it was delayed by the locust plague.
The memorial that Cheng Ji had ordered them to submit this time was to promote Hong Chengchou to the position of Deputy Commander of Shaanxi.
This was understandable. Hong Chengchou was originally Yang He's trusted general. Raising Hong Chengchou to deputy commander was just a way to command the troops.
However, Chong Zhen still remained skeptical.
Chongzhen didn't trust anyone except Zhu Ciji!
After reading the memorial, Chongzhen put it down gently and smiled."Zhen will consider this matter for a while. If there is nothing else, you can take your leave for the time being.”
Cheng Jiming and the others quickly stood up and left.
After they left, Chong Zhen immediately rushed to Earth Peace Palace.
He had a good impression of Hong Chengchou, especially when Hong Chengchou captured Zhang Xianzhong alive.
He had to make a trip to Zhu Ciyao's place and knock on his side to see what Zhu Ciyao was thinking.
Thinking of this, Chong Zhen had a headache.
Every time he went to Earth Peace Palace, Chongzhen had to think about how to bring up the court affairs in a logical manner.
There was another thing that worried Chongzhen, and that was that he went too much.
Would it make Zhu Ci Xin suspicious?
"Sigh, I still have to think of a way to make everything more reasonable!”
Chong Zhen sighed in his heart.
Soon, Chong Zhen arrived at the Palace of Earthly Tranquility.
Empress Zhou welcomed him, but Chong Zhen did not see Zhu Ci's figure. He could not help but ask in puzzlement,"Where's Pin 'er?"
"Pin 'er is taking an afternoon nap now!”
"ChenQie has already ordered people to call him.”
Empress Zhou explained.
Chong Zhen nodded slightly.
Not long after, Zhu Ci Xin's voice sounded in Chong Zhen's mind.
Chongzhen, are you annoying? Not only do you come every night, but you also come during the day!
I was sleeping soundly, so get someone to wake me up!
Chongzhen, you're really a dog!
The corners of Chong Zhen's mouth twitched a few times. He was a little angry!
This brat, no matter what, he was still Zhu Ci Xin's father!
Moreover, now that the Ming Dynasty was in an eventful period, even he, the Emperor, did not have a good sleep, and Zhu Ci was still taking an afternoon nap!
It seemed that he had spoiled Zhu Cixi too much!
Not long after his thoughts were heard, Zhu Ci Xi walked into the main hall in a dispirited manner. He bowed weakly and said,""Your son greets Imperial Father!"
Empress Zhou looked at Zhu Ci's long mouth and could not help but laugh.
At this moment, Chong Zhen suddenly said,""Pin 'er, I see that you have nothing to do all day. Otherwise, you can accompany me to Yangxin Hall to handle state affairs in the future, right?”
F * ck!
Chongzhen, are you human?
I'm only a little over a year old, and you want me to accompany you to handle state affairs?
Even the big Ming capitalists aren't as ruthless as you!
Zhu Ci Xin was dumbfounded.
The corners of Chong Zhen's mouth curled up slightly, and he was secretly proud of himself.
Little bastard, you keep scolding me in your heart. I'll let you know what a father's love is like!
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