The matter became more and more troubled, and in just one hour, the news had spread throughout the capital.

Everyone already knew about the matter of Xiyuan kneeling down and admonishing the gate of Xiyuan. The emperor's attitude was very firm.

So under such circumstances, public opinion began to show a variety of trends.

For Zhu Youxiao, he had already expected such a situation, so he found Chen Hong in front of him.

After looking at Chen Hong, Zhu Youxiao said, "I have something to tell you to do."

"Yes, the emperor." Chen Hong said hurriedly.

Looking at Chen Hong with a respectful attitude, Zhu Youxiao was a little helpless. Obviously, his actions this time made many people realize one thing, that is, he was an emperor who could do it.

In this way, there are benefits and disadvantages.

The advantage is that they are more afraid of themselves. The so-called authority means having power and then having authority. Now the emperor's authority has been established, but they are using violent means.

As for the disadvantage, it can only be to make them more alienated from themselves. This is not something they can do just by thinking, but a subconscious reaction of people.

When facing a dangerous thing, people subconsciously want to stay away from it. And they are now this dangerous thing.

After looking at Chen Hong, Zhu Youxiao said, "Arrang people to go to the capital to find out the news. In addition, some news was also spread, saying that these people forced the palace to be their duty as a minister."

"No matter what their ideas or opinions are, they should not take such a way. They should use normal means, either to enter the title book, or to advise in the morning court."

Zhu Youxiao's practice had a very well-known name in later generations, namely Guanping.

This is what Zhu Youxiao needs to do, guiding public opinion to the side that is beneficial to him. Although the effect may not be very good, if he does not do it, he will definitely allow public opinion to develop towards the side that is unfavorable to him.

Therefore, no matter what the public opinion guides, it must be done.

Chen Hong hurriedly said, "Yes, the emperor, I will arrange someone right away."

This matter is not particularly difficult for Chen Hong because it was not the first time he did such a thing before this matter. The Jinyiwei had already had such a manpower.

In the capital, there were many people of all sizes. So this thing was easy to do.

Chen Hong turned around and went out to do the job.

After Chen Hong left, Zhu Youxiao leaned on his chair and looked at the lake water in the distance, and suddenly felt a little cold.

It seems that autumn is really coming. That's right, September is coming soon.

Speaking of which, half a year has passed in a blink of an eye, and I have done a lot of things.

Autumn is coming, this is the season of harvest, and I have gained something myself.

When Zhu Youxiao was a little sad about spring and autumn, the atmosphere in the cabinet was a little depressed, and even brought a bit of slaughter in autumn.

After the four cabinet ministers returned from the gate of Xiyuan, the atmosphere in the cabinet became even more strange.

Everyone knows that this time the matter is getting worse, and the four cabinet masters will probably be criticized.

No one dared to say anything at this time, for fear of angering someone, and then they would do it.

However, unlike the caution of others, the atmosphere between the four Cabinet Grand Secretary is very peaceful. The reason is also very simple. They are now grasshoppers on a rope.

Although there are many dirty things between them, everyone has different ideas, and behind them is a group of people representing different interests, but this time their purpose is the same.

After the four of them entered the duty room, they sat down and put on tea and snacks.

After the four of them drank a few sips of tea, Han Yu spoke first. He glanced at the other three and said, "Let the people below do things. It is not good to always watch the fun."

The other three nodded and then said, "Let's just go back and explain."

The meaning is very obvious. Let their subordinates start to step up and impeach those who make trouble. To put it bluntly, they are leading the rhythm.

This will reduce the public opinion pressure on the cabinet and lay the foundation for the cabinet to do things in the future.

"In addition, Zhang Juzheng's affairs should be done as soon as possible, so don't make any omissions." Han Du said again.

The three nodded again.

This is an agreement they have reached long ago, so there will naturally be no problem if they continue to implement it.

Today, the ministers made such a fuss in front of His Majesty. His Majesty said those words to the four of them, and reform was inevitable.

This means that the four of them made a promise in front of His Majesty that if they didn't do it, there would be no good results.

"Don't pay too much attention to other things, just do your own things." Finally, Han Du said this and made a qualitative statement, which was completely cut.

In the afternoon, public opinion began to reverse.

In the capital, countless people began to spread the story of Xiyuan Bang beating everyone, and there were also fights because of different opinions.

For a moment, the public opinion trend was in chaos.

However, in the court, the direction is very unified. Everyone is condemning those people's way of doing things and criticizing them for being forced to do things.

At the same time, someone also asked for severe punishment for those people. Among them, Cui Chengxiu from the Censorate was the most fiercer.

Compared with the four cabinet masters, Cui Chengxiu has fewer concerns and is also more daring to say.

However, everyone can see clearly that although these people are dancing hard and public opinion is more messy, things will eventually have a result.

And this result is probably not what everyone hopes for.

In the West Garden.

Zhu Youxiao looked at Wei Zhongxian kneeling on the ground, waved his hand and said, "Okay, get up."

Wei Zhongxian stood up, stood respectfully on the side, waiting for his prince's question.

"How many people have been arrested?" Zhu Youxiao asked in a faint tone.

"Go back to the emperor, a total of twenty-three people were arrested. The rest were all dispersed." Wei Zhongxian said quickly.

Wei Zhongxian was very nervous at this time. He wanted to know what the emperor wanted to do with these people. If he took it lightly, he might be suffering.

Putting down the teacup in his hand, Zhu Youxiao said expressionlessly: "Ask carefully and see if they have any connections. If anyone gives it, they will be arrested."

"In addition, check how they are doing on weekdays and whether they are corrupt. If there is corruption, then they should deal with it as much as they want, and use snacks."

"If there is no corruption, let it be all back. By the way, all the people connected will be recorded."

"Yes, the emperor." Wei Zhongxian agreed, his tone full of excitement.

This is a good thing for him and a matter of expanding his power, so Wei Zhongxian likes to do it very much.

Seeing Zhu Youxiao waved his hand, Wei Zhongxian quickly bowed and retreated.

After waiting for Wei Zhongxian to leave, Zhu Youxiao picked up the tea and took another sip.

Although I really want to deal with these people, I can’t just deal with them, and I need to do it step by step.

Let Wei Zhongxian seize it first, and then deal with it once after the result is released.

Just when Zhu Youxiao was about to take a break, Chen Hong walked in from outside again.

He came to Zhu Youxiao and bowed and said, "Prince, Master Xu, please see me."

Zhu Youxiao didn't expect Xu Guangqi to come at this time, so he nodded and said, "Let him come in."

"Yes, the emperor." Chen Hong agreed and turned around and went out to pick up the person.

Soon, Xu Guangqi walked in under the guidance of Chen Hong.

After meeting Zhu Youxiao, Xu Guangqi bowed and said, "My minister Xu Guangqi, please see Your Majesty."

"Okay, please don't give me a gift." Zhu Youxiao said with a smile.

After Xu Guangqi stood up, Zhu Youxiao asked calmly: "Your dear come here, but what's wrong?"

"When you go back to Your Majesty, you really have some things you want to report to Your Majesty." Xu Guangqi said.

Zhu Youxiao nodded and said, "Then let's talk."

"The recent progress of the Baigong Academy is very good. I originally wanted to report to Your Majesty these days, but I didn't expect such a thing to happen."

"After all I have to say to Your Majesty. The prototype gun of the flintlock rifle has been completed." Xu Guangqi said.

After hearing Xu Guangqi's words, Zhu Youxiao immediately became energetic and quickly sat upright and said, "Tell me in detail."

"Yes, your Majesty."

Xu Guangqi nodded and continued: "After the efforts of Baigong Academy, all the problems of flintlock rifle production have been overcome, so there is no problem in production."

"The prototype gun has been designed. After His Majesty has seen it, it can be mass-produced. The first batch of trial production is 1,000, and the effect is first seen. If the effect is good, the production will begin later."

"In addition, progress has been made in the rifle of the artillery. The Baigong Academy has been able to draw rifle in the barrel of the bronze artillery."

"But there are still some problems in the development of steel cannons, but the progress is still smooth, and the proportion of copper has begun to be gradually reduced. I believe that it will not take long to realize the full steel cannon."

After hearing Xu Guangqi's words, Zhu Youxiao was immediately excited.

This is a rare good news during this period, and it can make yourself happy.

If the flintlock rifle is developed, it means that the Ming Dynasty's firearm has entered a new stage.

In addition, if the cannon can be rifled, it means it can hit the target accurately, which is very important for the improvement of the cannon's power.

In addition, the production of steel cannons has also been on track. Although it is not possible to achieve full steel cannons for the time being, it is already very good.

Steel cannons replace copper cannons, which is inevitable for historical development. Although copper has better plasticity, it has low output and high cost.
To be continued...