The debate in Shilin became more and more intense. At first, only a small group of people were spreading the word. However, after a few months, there was still no news from the emperor. As a result, there were even more such discussions.
When the news reached the palace, Queen Mother Zhang was surprisingly silent. Obviously, she acquiesced to such remarks.
What was placed in front of Empress Dowager Zhang was nothing more than two statements. The former said that the current emperor was ignorant and only cared about his own entertainment regardless of the country and the country, and as a result he disappeared. The latter is obviously much more respectable, which is equivalent to comparing this infamous emperor to a great sage like Taibo.
Although Queen Mother Zhang could also hear the meaning, she still had to worry about the dignity of the palace and the reputation of the emperor, so she accepted this explanation by mistake.
In fact, it has to be said that the person behind this rumor is really smart. He not only takes care of the dignity of the palace, but also achieves his own ambitions. Such a person is definitely the top figure wherever he is placed.
The palace acquiesced, and the court did not say a word. This clearly meant indulgence. In addition, the emperor had been missing for too long, and people's hearts were wandering, so more comments appeared, even some bold ones. People even dare to say some treacherous and irresponsible words, and their words cannot be controlled, like a flood that has opened its mouth and overflowed like this.
Empress Dowager Zhang's thoughts have been entirely focused on Princess Taikang. Her hope has turned into despair. Although she is looking forward to her son's appearance day and night, there is always no news from her son, so she naturally diverts all her thoughts. When it comes to the birth of her grandson, Princess Taikang is already close to giving birth. At this time, everyone in the palace is looking forward to it day and night, hoping that this joyful birth can dilute the sorrow in the palace.
On November 21st, Princess Taikang felt pain in her belly, and her amniotic fluid broke in the evening. The whole Forbidden City began to be lively. Zhang Yong and Gu Da used a few people to hurriedly direct the palace people to prepare. , the imperial doctors also waited for orders early and were ready to obey orders at any time.
Queen Mother Zhang was holding Princess Taikang's hand tightly in her bedroom and kept saying words of comfort.
You must know that giving birth to a woman in this era is like going to the gate of hell. The mortality rate is not low. Even with such good resources in the palace, accidents are inevitable. Empress Dowager Zhang looked very nervous, for fear that something would go wrong and she would have lost her. Too much, and she must not lose this last bit of hope, so her voice was shaking when she spoke to Princess Taikang. On the contrary, Princess Taikang, who was enduring labor pains, comforted her mother.
Liu Chengfeng once again enjoyed the treatment of hanging baskets and baskets. After hearing the news, he entered the palace overnight. Of course, he could not be called into the palace. He could only be hung up on the palace wall, and then quickly went to the harem.
At this time, he couldn't care about any messy rules. When he finally arrived at Kunning Palace, he learned that Princess Taikang was already giving birth. Men naturally wanted to avoid it, so Liu Chengfeng had to sit restlessly in the main hall. , there are many people in the main hall, including the imperial doctors and palace servants who are on call, and Zhang Yong who comes to listen to orders at any time.
Seeing that Liu Chengfeng was anxious, Zhang Yong naturally couldn't help but give some words of advice and said: "Princess Ji Ren, your Highness, don't worry about it someday."
Liu Chengfeng smiled at him and said, "You have worked hard these days."
Zhang Yong said hurriedly: "My slave is destined to die, so why bother talking about hardship?"
What he meant was that since he became the eunuch of the inner factory and mobilized all the factory guards, he could not find even a trace of the emperor. Speaking of settling the scores in the future, someone must be looking for him. Zhang Yong no longer had the joy of taking office as a new official, but instead he was filled with sorrow.
Zhang Yong is also worried. Once his political opponents get hold of something, he will die without a burial. He knows in his heart that the only one who can save him is His Highness the King of Chu. As long as His Highness the King of Chu comes to the Queen Mother and speaks a few words for him, he can have no worries. .
It¡¯s just that these days, everyone is very busy, so they can¡¯t find time to complain. Now taking advantage of this opportunity, Zhang Yong spoke out in a cryptic way.
Liu Chengfeng sighed, looked at Zhang Yong and said: "I can't even talk about death, but it does seem like negligence. Just do your job well. If things are done well, you don't have to worry about anything."
Zhang Yong immediately understood what Liu Chengfeng meant and said gratefully: "Thank you, Your Majesty."
"You don't have to thank me. I'm just talking about the matter in an honest manner. I also know that you also want to get the emperor back."
Zhang Yong vented his grievances, his eyes blurred with tears, and said: "After all, our family has seen the Emperor with our own eyes. This master-slave relationship" Zhang Yong sighed heavily, and then He gritted his teeth and said, "The only thing to blame is Liu Jin, that son of a bitch. If he is found, he will be cut into pieces."
The two of them were talking to each other, and from time to time someone would be carrying a copper basin.When he came out, he thought it was over several times. Liu Chengfeng almost stood up, but when he saw people passing by with low eyebrows, he sat back down with some disappointment in his heart.
An hour later, the clear baby cry finally sounded. Liu Chengfeng stood up quickly as if he had been stabbed by a needle. Someone came out to announce the good news and said: "Congratulations, Your Highness, you are a prince."
Liu Chengfeng smiled and said: "I'll go take a look."
Unexpectedly, Queen Mother Zhang came out. After such a long time, her face finally showed some joy, and she said to Liu Chengfeng: "What are you going in for? Let her have a good rest. It won't help if you go in. Just stay outside." Just stay."
Liu Chengfeng was very sad. This was the result of the strong mother-in-law. He clearly saw on TV in later generations that after his wife gave birth, the father would go in to hug the child and comfort his wife, but who knew he would be turned away. So he could only say: "Are mother and son safe?"
"It's naturally safe. This is God's blessing. You can stay in the palace tonight. Zhang Yong, you come to entertain the King of Chu. I'm afraid the Ai family won't be able to sleep tonight."
Liu Chengfeng was speechless, wondering what the matter was, but he could only say: "The Queen Mother also needs to rest early."
Queen Mother Zhang nodded and turned around.
Liu Chengfeng had no choice but to mouth to Zhang Yongnu and said, "Find a place to live."
Zhang Yong nodded and hurriedly made arrangements.
That night, the palace was sleepless. Whether it was pretending or sincere, it was filled with joy. The news spread quickly. The cabinet ministers who entered the palace early the next morning heard the news.
Although she knew that the princess was going to give birth to a child, Jiao Fang's whole person took on a new look when she found out that Liu Chengfeng had given birth to a son.
Of course he knew what this meant. With the Queen Mother having such an imperial grandson, the King of Chu's status would be more consolidated, and since the King of Chu was now closely related to him, his status would naturally be consolidated.
"Now the bad news is getting worse. Jiao Fang is not a fool. Of course she knows what someone is going to do, but they haven't put it on the table yet, and they can't stop it. Now that there is finally good news, Jiao Fang is naturally very happy.
But Li Dongyang and Yang Tinghe were different. Although they were calm on the surface, they felt a bit strange in their hearts at this time. When should they not have a son, but to have a son at this time, it made the King of Chu feel a little bit more. The confidence is really uncomfortable.
Everyone drafted their votes, and at noon, they all went to the side rooms to have refreshments as before. As soon as Yang Tinghe entered, he was already impatient and said to Li Dongyang: "Liu Chengfeng's family is getting bigger and bigger, and the palace will be fixed from now on." I will trust him more and more, and if this continues, it will become a serious problem, Mr. Li, it¡¯s time to take action.¡±
Li Dongyang twirled his beard and sighed: "Yes, it is best to finalize the matter before the year. After it is finalized, everyone will have a better New Year. What does King Anlu mean?"
Yang Tinghe said: "I have sent people to test it out. Your Highness's intention is very clear. He also knows what the situation is like at this time. Therefore, as long as there is an edict, he will never refuse and immediately take the road to Beijing."
Li Dongyang breathed a sigh of relief. What he was most afraid of was long nights and many dreams. Under normal circumstances, even if the Queen Mother had an edict, the vassal king should refuse it repeatedly, so as to show that he had no intention of coveting it. But now it is no better than usual, or It's better to agree as soon as possible and then enter the capital to ascend the throne. As long as you can ascend the throne, everything will be over.
Yang Tinghe said: "Now I am afraid that the King of Chu will strongly oppose it."
Li Dongyang smiled slightly and said: "The most important thing is the Queen Mother. As long as the Queen Mother issues the decree, then the world will be united and no one can find fault. Tomorrow you and I will go to see the Queen Mother and explain the matter clearly. It has been a few days now." Yue, there is no trace of the emperor at all. This is not the way to go. The Queen Mother is also a person who knows Daxiu. Would she be willing to see the emperor without the emperor? After all, the Ming Dynasty belongs to the Zhu family, and the Queen Mother also belongs to the Zhu family. Man, she has to plan for this. As long as you and I speak sincerely, the Queen Mother will definitely agree. After you and I have discussed Yi's decree, we will make complete preparations in the capital and immediately notify His Highness King Anlu."
Yang Tinghe nodded in agreement and said, "But I'm still worried. Who can guarantee that Liu Chengfeng won't do anything until the dust settles? In my opinion, this man is extremely lustful. , is definitely not someone who just sits there and waits for death.¡±
Li Dongyang said: "I have already said that we should wait for death. It's just that the new emperor has ascended the throne. What will the new emperor do to him? I have an idea. In order to appease the King of Chu, once the Queen Mother has an edict, should I let King Anlu do it?" Sending someone to look for the King of Chu to show some good intentions can at least make the King of Chu feel more at ease."
Yang Tinghe sneered: "How can the emperor want toWhat's the reason for your wife's show of kindness? If this precedent is set, wouldn't it lead to chaos in the world? This is a matter of great right and wrong and must not be done hastily. "
After hearing this, Li Dongyang stopped insisting and just sighed: "What you said makes sense." (To be continued)