All Chongzhen wanted to do was try to calm down the matter, but he didn't care about it. Now that Zhou Yanru said it, his heart skipped a beat and his expression darkened.

It is impossible to completely conceal the news that disaster victims are approaching the capital. If it is spread among the people that he is not considerate of the people and blocks the victims from redressing their grievances, when the people know about it, he will not only not want to be a monarch like Yao and Shun, but also very

There is a possibility of being stigmatized.

For a young emperor like Chongzhen, this was a stain that could not be ignored.

Chongzhen pondered for a moment, nodded and said: "What Ai Qing said is absolutely true. As the Son of Heaven, I naturally need to benefit the people and make decisions for the people. If I send troops to stop the victims, it is really unjustifiable."

"Your Majesty is wise." Zhou Yanru said respectfully.

Young Chongzhen stood up, walked two steps in the hall, and then turned his head to look at Zhou Yanru.

"Since I came to power, I wanted to eliminate the castration problem and revive the Ming Dynasty. Unfortunately, more than a year has passed, and there has been no improvement in the court." He said in a low and heavy tone, "The Eastern pirates repeatedly invaded the border, and the local area

Rebellions are emerging one after another, and the situation in the Ming Dynasty has not improved, but is actually not as good as it was during the time of my father and brother. It seems that other troubles have not subsided, and civil strife is getting worse. What should we do?"

Just now, he was still talking about the disaster victims approaching the capital. Now Chongzhen suddenly talked about the current situation. Even Zhou Yanru didn't react for a moment.

He did not hesitate and knelt down to answer: "As a minister, I cannot suppress the common thieves and attack the rebels abroad. I really deserve death. In the current situation, the only way is to strictly guard against the thieves and the bandits so that the people can rest and recuperate."

This is a beautiful piece of nonsense, and Zhou Yanru opened his mouth to think it over fully.

He understood that the young emperor in front of him had gradually become impatient. He thought that by clearing up the eunuchs, he would be able to revitalize the Ming Dynasty, but this was just an idealization. In fact, there were still many real problems in the Ming Dynasty.

Chongzhen frowned at Zhou Yanru's reply. What he just said was extremely cordial. According to his opinion, Zhou Yanru should respond positively and express his determination to follow his lead. However, the civil servant in front of him only

He said some beautiful words.

Chongzhen's young heart made him a little displeased, and he said coldly: "I am working hard to wash away the national humiliation and revitalize the Ming Dynasty."

I only talk about myself here, but do not mention the ministers, which is obviously to express my dissatisfaction.

Zhou Yanru lowered his head with a wry smile. He understood that the young emperor was angry, but no matter what, he could not blatantly stand in front of Chongzhen and charge into battle for him.

Zhou Yanru understood that if he unequivocally supported the young emperor in front of him, it would not take long before the powerful ministers would sweep him out of the court.

The emperor and the scholar-officials jointly ruled the world, but in the eyes of the court officials, only he could manage this huge empire. For this reason, they did not want a strong emperor to appear.

Everyone knew that the emperor in front of him was not an easy person to deal with, so the ministers were especially on guard against him.

Zhou Yanru praised Yingming, but Chongzhen was still immersed in dissatisfaction with him.

This dissatisfaction was not only due to Zhou Yanru being indifferent to his efforts, but more importantly, Chongzhen felt that his dignity had been slighted.

Chongzhen felt a sudden disappointment in his heart, but he did not show it. He paused for a moment and asked again: "What do you think should be done about the disaster victims approaching the capital?"

Zhou Yanru lowered his head and replied seriously: "I think that although the victims are large in number, they are just weak ordinary people. It is impossible for them to invade the capital and disturb His Majesty. But although the capital has no worries, this matter will affect the world.

If the people are concerned, they should send important ministers to appease them and tell them in detail the court's sincerity in making decisions for them, so that they can understand His Majesty's providence.

Then select some leading people to come to the audience, tell the situation, and let the courtiers discuss how to deal with it. This can not only minimize the impact, but also allow us to pool our wisdom and think about how to deal with it."

Chongzhen nodded repeatedly, Zhou Yanru's arrangement was indeed extremely appropriate.

But he did not give up and continued to ask: "This incident only happened because Zhang Heng entered Baoding. What do you think of the Baoding Prefecture matter?"

Zhou Yanru is an experienced bureaucrat and will not report all the truth like Cao Huachun did. He decided to say something disruptive to avoid Qian Qianyi's revenge and give himself a step back:

"I think Zhang Hengcai is very knowledgeable and upright. He will definitely not do anything corrupt or bend the law. However, he has a harsh personality and does not have much experience in handling specific affairs. It is inevitable to make mistakes. You can recall him to the capital first.

, make a decision after asking.”

"It is appropriate to call Zhang Heng back, but Baoding Mansion is in turmoil. It is not suitable for Zhang Heng to go back. An official should be sent to comfort him." Chongzhen nodded.

"Your Majesty is wise. You should indeed send an important person to comfort him at this time." Zhou Yanru's eyes flashed, and he quietly raised his head to look at the emperor in front of him.

Chongzhen was very satisfied with Zhou Yanru's support and said with a smile: "Shi Kefa, the doctor of the Ministry of Finance, is an honest man, smart and courageous, and has a benevolent heart. What do you think of sending him?"

Zhou Yanru still knew something about Shi Kefa. He was promoted a few days ago because of the Taicang deficit case. He was promoted from the head of the household department of the sixth rank to the doctor of the fifth rank, which shows the emperor's appreciation for him.

But he did not know that Shi Kefa had a friendship with Li Yi, so he immediately said: "Shi Kefa is upright and loyal. Your Majesty couldn't be wiser in choosing him."

"Then let's do it." Chongzhen said.

"Wei Chen, please leave." Zhou Yanru slowly got up, took two steps back, turned around and walked out slowly.

Just as the capital began to move due to the disaster victims, Zhang Heng also began to interrogate Li Yi.

But what worried him even more was the traces of the missing people from Anxin Railway Brigade and Fuguoshe.

Lin Zongming had been released by the people. He stood in front of Zhang Heng and watched the sergeant in front of him report the situation of the Fuguo Society.

Since yesterday, Lin Zongming has been arresting Fuguoshe members in various counties in Baoding Prefecture. However, most of the magistrates in other counties are handling the cases perfunctorily, with no results at all. And the Fuguoshe members in Baoding Prefecture are like

It suddenly disappeared and no trace could be found.

"Sir, our officials who went to Anxin have been driven back. They refused to allow officers and soldiers to garrison in Anxin." The sergeant breathed well and said: "The Marquis is already chasing the victims. We don't have enough troops, so we can't use them.

If it is strong, it can only be stationed in Anzhou."

"They are so brave!" Zhang Heng's voice became shrill: "Come, prepare a car, I want to see if An Xin is Li Yi's world or Ming Dynasty's world."

The sergeant agreed and immediately prepared the carriage.

Zhang Heng was furious and said angrily to Lin Zongming beside him: "Li Yi has been arrested, and I have given them good conditions. Why do these people dare to fight against the imperial court? Aren't they afraid of death?

?”

Lin Zongming sighed. He understood that the deterioration of the situation made Zhang Heng more and more emotional. He could only persuade him: "Sir, Anxin was originally built by them. Although you promised to give them high officials and generous salaries, your home has been occupied.

, several years of hard work have been wasted, and it is understandable that they would not agree."

Zhang Heng did not calm down his anger and said angrily: "This is an order from the imperial court. They dare to refuse. They are simply contemptuous of the imperial court."

While they were talking, the sergeant came in and said the carriage was ready.

Zhang Heng glared at him hatefully and cursed: "Go down and wait."

He was just talking angrily, but now that Xue Lian is gone, he doesn't have the guts to go to Li Yi's base camp... An Xin.

After getting angry, Zhang Heng sat down in low spirits, looked at Lin Zongming and said, "Where is Li Yi now?"

Lin Zongming said: "In the government prison."

Zhang Heng thought for a while and said, "Then let's go meet Li Yi."
Chapter completed!