Chapter 2273: Lessons From the Han and Tang Dynasties

Hong Bao had always had doubts, so he stayed after everyone left.

It felt good to be down-to-earth. Fang Xing felt that his body was still a little shaky. Seeing that Hong was still reserved, he asked, "But is there something wrong?"

Hong Bao thought about his words and said, "Uncle Xinghe, Lin Zheng's fleet..."

He glanced at Fang Xing, but saw no anger, and then expressed his worries.

"The Ming Dynasty does not need excuses for Taixi. We believe that for them, since they dare to follow our fleet through the Dragon Bay, they have ulterior motives. The Ming Dynasty..."

"The Ming Dynasty doesn't need any excuses, just kill them if you want, and kill as many as they come out!"

Hong Bao said solemnly: "Our family saw Plantagenet's fleet at that time. They were numerous but small. They were no match for us."

"But after you arrive in the West, the countries in the West that have seen the powerful ships and artillery of the Ming Dynasty will definitely vigorously improve their navy, so you must not underestimate the enemy, and I will not underestimate the enemy."

"what are you worried about?"

Fang Xing felt that Hong Bao was always worried during this period of time.

Hong Bao looked outside the door and saw a servant guarding the door. He came closer and said solemnly: "Uncle Xinghe, have you ever thought that Lin Zheng's fleet would be wiped out..."

He thought Fang Xing would deny it.

But Fang Xing said without hesitation: "I have had such speculation."

Hong Bao breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Our family is afraid that you will be indecisive!"

"How did you say this?"

Fang Xing felt that Hong Bao was a little weird.

For those in the military, sacrifice when necessary is very acceptable. For people at Fang Xing's level, it is normal to sometimes regard certain subordinates as bait.

But Hong Bao's attitude was a bit strange, "Uncle Xinghe, the future prince must not be indecisive!"

Fang Xing covered his forehead and said, "You actually care about this?"

Hong Bao frowned naturally and said: "Uncle Xinghe, that's the foundation of the country! Since you want to teach the future prince, being indecisive is not an option."

Fang Xing couldn't help but sigh, "You... Corns are still young!"

Hong Bao stared at Fang Xing, making his skin stand on end.

"You guys..."

Hong Bao said seriously: "Uncle Xinghe, the future His Highness the Crown Prince must not listen to the tactics of the civil servants. That is a dead end!"

Fang Xing's heartbeat was speeding up. He had never thought of this scene.

Yes, as a slave of the emperor, how could Hong Bao have the courage to dictate the education of the future prince?

Hong Bao looked sideways at the whitewashed wall and said: "Emperor Wen was a man of great talent and strategy. Our generation's life was a little easier. At any rate, as long as we work hard, we can get ahead. During the reign of Emperor Ren, the civil servants forced... After your Majesty ascended the throne, he has also There is a time of strife.”

Hong Bao's words shocked Fang Xing.

He never knew why Hong Bao, who only thought about fighting for power and profit, could be so profound and exposed the dirty things behind the scenes with just one sentence.

Zhu Yuanzhang was almost neurotic and wary of eunuchs interfering in politics. Once discovered, he would definitely die.

Zhu Yunwen was the emperor of the literati, so of course he listened to the literati in everything.

Zhu Di was different. The success of his Jingnan campaign was inseparable from the efforts of a group of eunuchs.

So he trusted eunuchs, such as Zheng He, such as Wang Jinghong, such as...

"Emperor Wen believes in people like ours who are still serving sentences. How can our family watch those civil servants suppress the emperor?"

Hong Bao said these taboo words very calmly. While Fang Xing was surprised, he remembered that Zhu Zhanji almost wanted to create an institution for eunuchs to assist the palace last time.

Yes, eunuchs are loyal most of the time.

Throughout history, when eunuchs were domineering or complacent, it was usually because the situation was out of balance. The civil servants pushed the emperor too far, and the emperor had to use the banner of eunuchs to contend.

In a word, the emperor would not get mad and lift the eunuch up until he felt danger.

Yes, unless the emperor is a fool, he will not lift the eunuch without any reason.

So who is responsible for the black news about eunuchs that is endlessly recorded in the history books?

The history books must show that the emperor was fatuous;

Power eunuchs, treacherous and authoritarian.

Yes, civil servants never reflect on the real reason why eunuchs appear in the power field.

No, Fang Xing felt that they were turning a blind eye.

At the end of the Han Dynasty, relatives and eunuchs came together. Whose credit was it?

What role did the Four Generations and Three Dukes play in this?

Did Yu Jia notice something?

Fang Xing's eyes turned cold.

Yu Jia must have noticed something.

He was the eunuch beside Zhu Zhanji, and he could see Zhu Zhanji's emotional changes.

What did he notice?

Fang Xing's eyes became stern and then dissipated.

If Hong Bao and others were motivated to protect the emperor who was biased towards them, then what was Yu Jia doing?

The emperor's side was not allowed to interfere in politics, but Yu Jia was testing.

He is dangerously tempted!

But authority cannot be held by eunuchs for long!

Fang Xing's right hand gradually clenched into a fist.

The tragic events at the end of the Han Dynasty and the end of the Tang Dynasty made all rational people know that eunuchs can only be used and cannot be allowed to hold power for too long, especially military power.

Once you lose control, it's suicide!

Fang Xing's eyes gradually sharpened and he stared at Hong Bao.

Hong Bao shuddered and swore he saw murderous intent.

Why?

"The prince's affairs are not your business!"

Fang Xing suddenly stood up, holding the handle of the knife in his hand, staring at Hong Bao and saying, "Keep your duty, this is what you should do."

Hong Bao was stunned, and then said sadly: "Does Lord Xinghe also think that our family is a traitor?"

Fang Xing said coldly: "Whether it is or not, you shouldn't get involved in these things."

Hong Bao was stunned for a moment, and then left.

Fang Xing sat in the lobby with a deep look in his eyes.

Later, Wang He asked for an audience.

"Lord Xinghe, Eunuch Hong has regretted it, and the petition of apology has been written."

Hong Bao finally realized that he was wrong, and that kind of thought was almost showing his ambition. If Fang Xing had a stronger murderous intention, he would have been detained today, and then the memorial would be submitted...

Wang He said awkwardly: "Eunuch Hong said that you don't have to be afraid. If you want to impeach, just impeach."

Fang Xing's body relaxed for a moment, and then said: "If you come half an hour later, no one can protect Hong Bao!"

Wang He sighed deeply, and then said: "Why? Eunuch Hong is loyal, and we don't think he is a traitor."

"Duty."

Fang Xing said: "Everyone should know what they should and shouldn't do. If they exceed the limit, they are walking on a cliff, and they will be crushed to pieces in a moment!"

Wang He understood and said: "Eunuch Hong is old and won't have such thoughts. I think he probably really hates those civil servants."

Fang Xing sat there in silence, and Wang He bowed and left.

After he left, Liu Pu came in.

"Brother Dehua, Hong Bao won't do that, will he?"

"He interferes with the foundation of the country."

"Uh...he can't interfere."

Liu Pu felt that Fang Xing was a little paranoid. "After all, Hong Bao is a person trusted by His Majesty, otherwise he would not be able to serve as the deputy governor of the navy. Xinghe Bo, he is not a traitor."

Fang Xing shook his head slightly and said, "He violated the taboo, that's all."

After that, he stood up and said, "The food made by the chef on the island is not delicious. I will make a bowl of noodles myself."

...

Wang He was awed and went out to find Hong Bao.

Hong Bao was in a daze. When he saw him come in, he smiled and said, "It's okay. I have no selfishness in my heart. Xinghe Bo is just a warning."

Wang He was speechless and stood at the door of the cabin with his head down.

Hong Bao smiled bitterly and said, "We are eunuchs. If we are given the opportunity, we will become eunuchs. The lessons of the Han and Tang dynasties are not only remembered by the literati, but also by many people!"