The Ming Dynasty: The most ruthless imperial grandson, Old Zhu begged me not to kill him.

Chapter 114 Imperial Edict Arrives, Granting Military Power
Just as everyone was arguing, news came from outside.

"The imperial edict has arrived!"

A eunuch arrived at the scene, protected by his attendants, carrying an imperial edict.

Everyone knelt down.

"We respectfully welcome Your Majesty's decree and wish you good health!"

"By imperial decree, Your Majesty, you little brat, how long has it been since your grandfather left the capital, and you've already done so many messy things?"

"Do you want your grandpa to give you a good spanking? When you get back, copy the Four Books and Five Classics ten times. Your father and I will check them carefully when we get back. If there are any problems, we'll have to teach you a lesson!"

"Your royal grandmother is so bored in the palace every day that she often goes to Renshou Palace for a stroll. Otherwise, we'll break your legs!"

"Li Shanchang, the Duke of Han, has made countless contributions in our conquest of the world. He later served as the Left Chancellor of the Secretariat, which can be considered as doing his best. Although he is now old and retired to enjoy his retirement, he is still a meritorious official of our Great Ming Dynasty. Visit him often on our behalf, and don't forget to send gifts during festivals. If we find out that our old brothers are not doing well, you'll be in for a beating!"

Immediately afterwards, the kind-looking eunuch handed the imperial edict to the grandson of the crown prince, Zhu Xiong Ying, with utmost respect.

"Your Highness, His Majesty said that His Majesty and His Highness the Crown Prince have been on an inspection tour for some time and have many insights to share, so they will not be returning for a while. Your Highness, please take good care of the country and visit Renshou Palace more often if you have any questions. Seek advice from General Xu and the others!"

Immediately afterwards, the young eunuch took out a gold medal from his pocket.

Everyone was astonished to see that the gold token was indeed a troop mobilization token.

"Your Highness, His Majesty said that they might be away for a while this time, so if there is anything they can't handle, give this gold medal to General Xu Da. General Xu Da will definitely do his best to mobilize troops!"

The ministers in the court were in an uproar upon hearing this.

Zhu Xiong Ying did something so outrageous, but unexpectedly, Zhu Yuanzhang only gave him a verbal punishment.

The tone of voice was like that of an ordinary grandfather and grandson, full of affection.

Hearing this, everyone felt a deep sense of resentment.

His Majesty is truly unable to distinguish right from wrong. Now that His Highness the Crown Prince has caused such a mess, he still has no intention of punishing them.

It's unfair, it's really unfair.

Xu Da shouted loudly.

"Your Majesty's decree shall be obeyed!"

Zhu Xiong Ying received the gold medal in a daze, feeling extremely happy.

The gold medal is engraved with the four large characters "As if the Emperor were personally present".

This gold medal can be used to mobilize up to 5,000 troops, which is of great importance to him as the crown prince.

Xu Da was able to become a pillar of the court precisely because he could mobilize troops.

Now that he has the authority to mobilize troops with the gold medal, his actions are even more legitimate, and there will likely be even fewer people in the court who dare to oppose him.

All the ministers in the court lowered their heads, not daring to utter a single word, for fear of offending Zhu Xiong Ying by saying the wrong thing and losing their heads.

Hu Weiyong sighed heavily. He hadn't expected that this time he would really shoot himself in the foot. Zhu Xiong Ying, who now held military power, was no longer someone he could bring down. He was now in a dilemma.

Zhu Yunwen, among the civil officials, looked at the gold medal in Zhu Xiong Ying's hand with envy in his eyes.

He couldn't understand why his imperial grandfather would give Zhu Xiong Ying this gold medal when Zhu Xiong Ying had clearly done so many wrong things. Thinking of this, he felt extremely resentful.

For some reason, Zhu Yunwen, driven by malice, stepped forward and spoke angrily.

"Grandpa Emperor is so biased! The Crown Prince clearly did something wrong, and his actions were completely contrary to the way of the sages, yet he was not punished. Instead, he was given even more power. I am not satisfied!"

Upon hearing this, not only was Lü Ben stunned, but the civil officials in the court were also speechless with surprise.

They were truly gratified that Zhu Yunwen was able to think from the perspective of them, the civil officials; however, his approach to problem-solving was far too crude.

This is the first time someone has questioned His Majesty's decision in front of all the civil and military officials in the court.

The eunuch delivering the imperial decree looked angrily in Zhu Yunwen's direction.

This man had followed Zhu Yuanzhang for a long time, and no one had ever dared to question Zhu Yuanzhang's decisions like this. Now, this man was just an unfavored grandson of the emperor, yet he had such audacity.

"So it's His Highness Prince Yunwen. His Majesty has his own reasons for thinking things through, and we can only obey. However, some things, whether sincere or not, should be kept in our hearts. If something happens after we say them out loud, it's beyond our control!"

"But don't worry, they will definitely tell His Majesty the Emperor and His Highness the Crown Prince exactly what happened in the court!"

The expressions of the court officials immediately changed, especially those in the civil service.

They were just about to bring Zhu Yunwen to the forefront to challenge Zhu Xiong Ying when this happened.

If this matter had actually reached Zhu Yuanzhang's ears, Zhu Yunwen would probably never have had that chance again.

Lu Ben was extremely anxious. If something happened to Zhu Yunwen, it might implicate the Lu family.

“Eunuch, the grandson of the Emperor Yunwen is still young and does not understand many principles. Please consider his youth and ignorance and do not spread this matter. Our Lü family will surely repay you handsomely in the future!”

This proves that Kuai had been following Zhu Yuanzhang for a long time and naturally knew what kind of person Zhu Yuanzhang was.

He could take some money, but some money he had to pay with his life.

what?
"So it's Lord Lü, the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review. Lord Lü, you're mistaken. This matter involves several imperial grandsons. I'm just a servant; what right do I have to bargain with my master? Whether someone is young or not is irrelevant to me. If I can't tell His Majesty the truth, that would be the crime of deceiving the emperor, a crime I cannot bear!"

After saying that, he shook his head, bowed to Zhu Xiong Ying, and left with a nonchalant air.

After the eunuch left, Zhu Xiong Ying looked at Zhu Yun Wen with a gaze full of intimidation.

Zhu Yunwen couldn't help but tremble. Ever since his mother found him a strong backing from the civil service group, he felt his strength had greatly increased. He had unknowingly become arrogant and thought he had the capital to confront Zhu Xiong Ying.

But Zhu Xiong Ying's gaze just now brought him back to that feeling of being controlled.

Overwhelmed by fear, he collapsed to the ground, crawling tremblingly behind Lu Ben, the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review.

(End of this chapter)