Chapter 1191

In the history of the Great Ming Dynasty, civil officials posthumously honored with the title "Wenzhong" include Cao Nai, Yang Tinghe, Zhang Juzheng, Ye Xianggao, and Sun Chengzong. Cao Nai served as the Senior Grand Secretary during the reign of Emperor Yingzong and died in the Tumu Crisis while accompanying Zhu Qizhen on a personal military campaign. The others were all celebrated ministers in history. Bestowing this title upon Li Banghua was neither far-fetched nor exaggerated. Military commanders posthumously honored with the title "Zhongwu" include Chang Yuchun, Liu Rong, Zhang Yu, Xue Lu, and Guo Deng. Chang Yuchun was a renowned founding general. Liu Rong, Zhang Yu, and Xue Lu were celebrated generals of the Jingnan Campaign. Guo Deng was a noted general during the Zhengtong and Jingtai eras who personally experienced the Tumu Crisis. Qin Liangyu was fully qualified to stand alongside these figures, which is why Emperor Chongzhen granted her the title "Zhongwu." Beyond the title, her other honors—such as Pillar of the State, Grand Master of Splendid Happiness, and Grand Preceptor—remained undiminished. In the days that followed, an overwhelmed Emperor Chongzhen began to reduce the frequency of his morning audiences. Initially, he held court every morning; then, it became every other day, and eventually, every two days.