PDLP Chapter 174 What is a sudden turn of events? What is a ray of hope?
Chapter 174 What is a sudden turn of events? What is a ray of hope?
Yinxuan wanted to say something but stopped himself, Yinxuan was worried.
Even his smile was somewhat forced: "Hahaha, what are you talking about, Sixteenth Brother? Isn't it that Big Brother is busy with work and has a rare chance to relax? And he has to be summoned by Khan Ama at any time, so as a younger brother, I dare not disturb him too much?"
Be good, you are a younger brother too, don’t disturb your elder brother.
Looking at those eyes filled with worry and expectation, what else can Sixteen say?
He could only hold back his laughter and pretend to be slow to realize something. "Ah, after hearing what Eighteenth Brother said, it's my fault. Oh, it's my fault. I haven't seen Big Brother much recently, and I was so focused on brotherly love that I ignored Big Brother's busy schedule."
As he spoke, he winked at Yinxuan mischievously.
It was as if telling him: Don't worry, I said I won't get involved with anyone who wants to seize the throne, so I won't get involved with anyone who wants to seize the throne.
But the old man cares most about brotherly love and respect for his younger brothers, so even if it is just to please him, you have to make some impression.
After all, the prince will be crowned again soon.
Yinxuan understood his hint and smiled, feeling relieved.
Big Brother: ...
Is it okay for you two brothers to flirt with each other like that in front of me?
But due to Yinzhen's special situation, he dared not show it no matter how dissatisfied he was.
I can only pretend to be blind.
I didn't see it at all, and even if I did, I wouldn't understand the quarrel between the two brothers.
Then if the mountain is not me, I will be the mountain.
The eldest prince, who had made up his mind, smiled cheerfully and took over Yinzhen's words steadily: "You kid, why are you so polite to me? No matter how busy I am, I will always have time to look after my younger brother."
"And it was true some time ago. I was so busy that I was worried about my brother. But who is your elder brother? He is the Prince of Zhi County, who was personally appointed by Khan Ama! I am not good at beating around the bush, but I am good at sweeping away fallen leaves in the autumn wind..."
Seeing that Yinxuan enjoyed listening, he also took the opportunity to tell some interesting stories about the rectification of the Eight Banners military affairs.
Then, taking advantage of his most enthusiastic moment, he sighed, "It's a pity that the Beijing camp has been completely rectified by me. I will soon have to go back to the Ministry of War to drink tea and read newspapers."
"I envy Old Fourteen for being able to train his troops outside. If things go well with Old Eight, he might even have a chance to charge into battle. But my Lord..."
The eldest prince sighed again: "I am already thirty and approaching forty. I can no longer serve the country. I am afraid I will not be able to ride a horse or draw a bow in the future. I can only learn from Uncle Liu to sigh about the growth of thigh muscles. I don't know when I can achieve success and establish a career."
After saying this, he looked at Yinxuan with burning eyes.
I thought about countless possible reactions from him, but...
The little fellow's eyes widened, and he pointed his chubby finger straight at me: "Brother, you are actually reading a banned book!"
what's that?
The eldest prince and the sixteenth prince were both confused: "How can Romance of the Three Kingdoms be considered a banned book?"
"That's right. That was Emperor Taizong's favorite book to study. He learned a lot from it."
Ah this...
It was Yinzhen's turn to be confused: "What about the Qing Dynasty's strict control over thought, and its passion for banning and even destroying books? Didn't it strictly prohibit the engraving of trivial and obscene words since the ninth year of Shunzhi, and only allow the publication of books on Neo-Confucianism, politics, and literature?"
[I heard that the purpose of Qianlong's compilation of the Siku Quanshu was actually to clean up domestic politics and eliminate books that were not conducive to ideological governance. Tsk, tsk, even the works written by predecessors were not allowed to be published publicly, and they were forced to delete "unreasonable" parts, and even launched a literary inquisition to strictly prohibit slanderous words.]
[It makes scholars afraid to discuss the past, dare not discuss people, dare not discuss the integrity of the predecessors, dare not establish the justice of the previous dynasty when the country was destroyed. This only cultivates the atmosphere of not discussing state affairs, and scholars who have no sense of shame will sow the seeds of the country's destruction. It is tragic to think that all horses are silent, okay? ]
[What is even more ridiculous is that during the Daoguang reign, criminal cases, rapists and robbers were frequent. The ruler did not think about governing the country well, but instead banned the blackboard writing of legends and novels. The reason is that criminal cases are becoming more frequent, and rapists and robbers are being punished more and more. Listen, listen, what is the difference between this and false accusations?]
[It is not uncommon. Like father, like son. The father banned the interpretation of Water Margin, and the son banned Water Margin. He put the blame for the uprising on Shi Naian one or two hundred years later...]
Even after leaving his tent, the eldest prince was still in a daze.
Knowing that Baotai wouldn't do it, there was no way I could hide it for him.
He was a bachelor, so he went to Kangxi and cried, "Who could have thought? My son..."
"My son volunteered several times but to no avail, just trying to borrow his favor. In the end, he was forced to listen to a series of weird actions of the unpromising children and grandchildren of the fourth brother's family."
It was so difficult that even the prince couldn't help but shed tears of sympathy for him.
Only Kangxi remained indifferent.
Also.
Could it be worse than him?
nonexistent.
It was clearly a battle for the throne, with a bunch of unfilial sons fighting for the chair under his butt. But Xiao Shiba firmly believed that the blame was mainly his, and if there was a division of responsibilities, he would have to take 80%.
It was because he was narrow-minded, partial, defensive, and obsessed with power, and because he raised his sons like raising a Gu, that the fight for the throne among the nine sons became more and more intense.
They often flatter him with all their heart, but in their heart...
After being tormented so many times, Kangxi now feels that his heart is stronger than steel.
He listened calmly throughout the whole process and even laughed and scolded: "You deserve it, you kid, you don't do your job and think about taking shortcuts all day. I'm still energetic, now it's your turn to lament your advancing age?"
The eldest prince looked resentful: If I knew that this is how my eighteenth brother behaved, I would never tell you even if you kill me!
Kangxi waved his hands impatiently: "Go away! Go back to the capital, finish your work, keep records and relevant handovers. Pay attention to the feedback from Lao Ba at any time, but if there is anything wrong, I will order you to rush to help overnight."
what?
Ahhhhh!
What does it mean when things get tough and what does it mean when things get dark and bright?
The eldest prince, who had been in despair and as wilted as an eggplant in frost, suddenly stood up again.
Dong Dong Dong He kowtowed three times, his voice full of joy: "Well, son, I will obey the order of Khan Ama. I must complete the matter properly without any omissions."
I will never give you the chance to find fault and stop my son's conquest.
Kangxi:......
So is he really too suspicious?
Originally, he was a little worried that the boss had made great contributions and achievements in the rectification of the Eight Banners military affairs, and had established a certain prestige in the army. He would be greedy and reluctant to give up his power.
Who would have thought that before he could think of a way to beat someone up and get transferred, the brat would start doing it himself?
Prince:......
In the past, he heard his eighteenth brother muttering in his heart that others fought for the throne, but his eldest brother was different and that he cared more about the attention of the Khan Ama, but he didn't believe it.
Now it seems that Xiao Shiba didn't lie nor did he misunderstand?
Bro, he really...
It's a rare flower.