The Ming Dynasty started with caution

After careful questioning, Yan Chengjin found out that Zhu Houzhao took the initiative to ask his father to be his master. This sounded like a fraud.

Who is Zhu Houzhao?

In the history of the Ming Dynasty, the emperor who sought death first was not afraid of heaven or earth. He was afraid that the King of Hell would not dare to stay.

Unlike other dynasties, Emperor Hongzhi only had one son, Zhu Houzhao, and he pampered and doted on him in every possible way. He had no worries about brotherly fratricide since he was a child. The good living environment allowed Zhu Houzhao's nature to be completely released.

Zhu Houzhao was naturally fond of fighting. After he became emperor, he did not enjoy the glory and wealth. He would fight if there was no war, but he would fight if difficulties were created. He once secretly disguised himself and ran to the frontier fortress. He made himself a mighty general and wanted to go out to fight. The civil servants chased him from the capital to the frontier fortress and almost died of exhaustion.

If there was anything in the world that could scare Zhu Houzhao, it would probably be studying. How could such a person get himself a lecturer?

Dad was the first person Zhu Houzhao appointed to be a teacher.

Even a fool could tell that Zhu Houzhao wanted to take revenge, and he was secretly glad in his heart. Fortunately, it was his father's name that was reported last time.

At this time, You Yude of Youchunfang, Zhan Shifu, was Wang Hua. This man was an upright official and devoted himself to learning. He may not be famous, but Yan Chengjin knew that he had a very powerful son, a great man passed down through the ages. Wang Yangming!

Dad is on duty at Youchunfang of Zhanshi Mansion, so he wants to be under Wang Hua's class.

Yan Kesong cried and said with deep sorrow: "I don't know where I offended the prince. As a father, I am not afraid of death, but I think that you have lost your mother, and now you are going to lose your father. After my father leaves, you have to stay alone in the world. My father’s heart aches so much that I can’t even eat the melon.”

Yan Chengjin said: "There is a way for dad to protect himself in the East Palace. Does dad know the art of war and horse politics?"

"I have compiled and edited many military books for my father. The "Sima Law", "Eight Formations Overview", and "Tai Gong's Art of War" currently stored in the Hanlin Academy... are all compiled and edited for my father. Although he has never worn a military uniform, he has been on the front line. , I also know some about the art of war and horse administration.”

Not that I'm bragging.

I have never eaten pork, but I have also seen pigs running away. This is the principle that a long-term illness can lead to a good doctor.

When Yan Kesong compiled books, he always had to check other classics. Over time, he found that some of the principles in the military books were similar, and he slowly memorized them.

Yan Chengjin took out a stack of manuscript paper from his sleeve: "This is the outline of "The Heroes of the Three Kingdoms Struggle for Hegemony". If Dad writes this book, he can come and go in the East Palace as he pleases."

The most prosperous period of ancient military art was the Warring States and the Three Kingdoms, so most military strategies come from these two periods.

The prince loves the art of war, and he is at a young age where he is very enthusiastic. Even if he is just talking about war on paper, it is enough to make this naughty boy's blood boil.

Yan Kesong was already accustomed to his son taking out manuscript papers at any time. He became so anxious after becoming famous twice that he immediately went to the study with the manuscript papers.

Wolfberry protects the body and prevents all diseases.

Yan Chengjin asked Chunxiao to make a cup of wolfberry tea and send it over.

In the early morning of the next day, the fragrance was blooming and the mist was thick.

The morning sun shone like golden light, reflecting on the several melons planted by Yan Chengjin. They received sufficient sunlight and increased their sweetness.

Yan Chengjin shoots archery in the hospital, goes to bed early and gets up early to stay healthy. In this era without antibiotics, the best medicine is immunity, and physical exercise is very important.

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East Palace, Youchunfang,

At this time, Yan Kesong was slightly worried because the prince Zhu Houzhao had not yet appeared.

There are only officials on duty in Youchunfang.

He said to Wang Hua of Youchunfang Youde: "Master Wang, could you please tell me the subjects and dates of the lectures? I can make some preparations."

Being named by the prince in this way, Wang Hua expressed deep sympathy for his experience.

When the prince asked for the performance, he was also shocked. A tree that is as beautiful as the forest wind will destroy it. It is absolutely true.

"The prince has ordered that your class will be held on the first day, and we will teach you "Regulations to Admonish the Prince". You should prepare yourself. Oh, don't worry, you will get used to it as soon as you start." Wang Hua said.

At three quarters of noon, Yan Kesong had not yet seen Zhu Houzhao, so he suspected that Zhu Houzhao was deliberately skipping classes. He was so anxious that he went to the prince's palace to inform him, but there was no news.

At the application time in the afternoon, Zhu Houzhao finally appeared.

After Yan Kesong saluted, he began to lecture. Unexpectedly, when he looked at him again, Zhu Houzhao caught a cricket from somewhere and put it on the book to play with.

"Your Highness the Crown Prince?"

"Oh, I know that I am the crown prince. I must study the strategies of governing the country and be a wise king through the ages." Zhu Houzhao said seriously.

Then you should study hard!

Yan Kesong finally knew why the lecturer in the East Palace was short-lived. Despite the huge pressure from His Majesty, the prince refused to learn. He was filled with sorrow and anger all day long. It would be strange if he did not die.

Look at my son Cheng Jin again, he is so well-behaved.

Every day at Mao hour, a gentleman has acquired three of the six arts.

He never needs to supervise me all year round. Instead, he feels vaguely guilty. My son is so sensible!

This bastard prince is a hundred times worse than my son.

No, it's more than a thousand times worse.

After getting off duty, Yan Kesong returned to his house and ate a melon, which made him feel better.

When Yan Chengjin heard what his father said, Zhu Houzhao just didn't listen, but compared with the various possibilities he had guessed, it was much better, and he didn't embarrass him too much.

Whenever he thought about this, he felt that Zhu Houzhao... was still very cute.

The next day, Yan Kesong went to Youchunfang and lectured the prince on "Modility".

I have long been used to the prince's carelessness.

However, the prince was unusually early today, although he was sleepy, which made Yan Kesong very happy.

At this time, outside the Zhanshi Mansion, Emperor Hongzhi had already arrived at the East Palace. Wang Ao, Wang Hua and others heard that the emperor had arrived and went to greet him with the Hanlin scholars, but Emperor Hongzhi did not want to disturb Zhu Houzhao.

When he walked to the lecture hall, Zhu Houzhao was looking down at the book.

"I didn't count the steps, but I have made some progress." Emperor Hongzhi was very pleased.

Wang Ao and Wang Hua looked at each other, and the Hanlin scholars looked strange. Your Majesty, you don't know, this posture means that your highness is dreaming.

I don't know who shouted: "Your Majesty has arrived, and your servant welcomes your majesty."

Liu Jin was telling him the news!

Zhu Houzhao was startled and opened his eyes quickly.

Emperor Hongzhi strode in and said with great interest: "No need to bow. Today we are talking about "Humility". Let me listen too. Lecturer Yan continues."

Yan Kesong's pressure increased in vain, so he had to respond, fearing that His Majesty would suddenly ask the prince questions.

At this time, a eunuch came running to inform Xiao Jing, who was shocked: "Your Majesty, the people in the treasury reported that the pearls for the queen's pearl clothes were lost!"

Your Majesty was listening to the lecture. If it was normal, he would not dare to disturb her.

But the pearls in the Jiazi Treasury were used by the queen to make pearl clothes, and the pearl clothes were worn to celebrate the empress dowager's birthday. In this way, the matter became serious.

Emperor Hongzhi was furious in vain. He felt guilty for breaking his promise to the queen a few days ago for the old Ningshou Marquis.

The queen lived frugally in the harem and had not woven new clothes for a long time. She wanted to weave a pearl dress to attend the empress dowager's birthday, but the pearls were stolen again.

Such a virtuous person, but suffered a great injustice.

Emperor Hongzhi roared like a roar: "The thief dared to sneak into the palace. Summon Jinyiwei Mou Bin and let him investigate the matter thoroughly. If anyone from Jiazi Mansion is implicated, he will never be tolerated!"

Yan Kesong's heart trembled. It is said that His Majesty Hongzhi is kind, but he is also terrible when he gets angry.

Zhu Houzhao grinned and said proudly: "Father, Master Yan has written many strange and unjust cases, and the layout is meticulous. Let Master Yan investigate. Will it be faster than Mou Bin?"

Yan Kesong was suddenly confused.

Emperor Hongzhi looked over. This was not nonsense, so he said: "Then let Yan Qingjia be wronged. I believe Yan Qingjia will definitely give me an answer. By the way, is two days enough to solve the case?"

Zhu Houzhao: "Enough!"

"…………" Yan Kesong, I didn't say anything!