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

Chapter 3: The Crown Prince is going too? Then who will oversee the country?

"Didn't the Duke of Wei claim illness and refuse to attend court after he conquered Shanxi, Gansu, and Shaanxi and decisively defeated Wang Baobao? Why has he come today?"

"Hehe! You don't know this, General Xu's illness is a mental one! Our Emperor really wanted to capture Wang Baobao alive, but he only wiped out the Yuan army and let that guy escape. How could General Xu not be angry?"

"This is not General Xu's fault. There are many refugees in Gansu and Shaanxi. After our Ming army broke through the city, the people were in chaos and it was difficult to quickly assemble and pursue them."

"Don't be surprised, the Duke of Wei is here today too. It might be related to His Majesty's tour!"

"My goodness! Is it really that amazing?"

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The visitor was none other than Xu Da, the Grand Tutor of the Ming Dynasty, the Right Chancellor of the Central Secretariat, the Military Advisor to the State and Junior Tutor to the Crown Prince, the Duke of Wei, and the invincible war god of the empire!

As murmurs arose, Xu Da, who was 'seriously ill and incurable,' smiled bitterly and walked to the front of the generals.

These officials were right! He was indeed unhappy!

Although he had rarely suffered defeats in his life, now that the land of China had been recovered, if he wanted to help his elder brother capture Wang Baobao again, he would have to go deep into the grasslands.

Just then, a child's voice rang out: "Grandpa Xu!"

Then they saw Zhu Biao leading Zhu Xiong Ying by the hand as they walked slowly towards them.

The appearance of the father and son immediately stunned the civil and military officials who had been discussing the matter.

"Why has His Highness the Crown Prince come?"

"My goodness, is this really possible? His Highness the Crown Prince is not even ten years old yet, and he's already participating in political affairs?"

"You can't say that. His Majesty's favor towards His Highness the Crown Prince is obvious to all. He probably wants to familiarize himself with the court first!"

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Zhu Xiong Ying's arrival had little impact on the power structure of the court, and didn't even involve any vested interests, but...
This truly sent a signal to all officials!
Zhu Biao, the second emperor of the Ming Dynasty, held a secure position!
Zhu Xiong Ying, the third-generation heir of the empire, held a position as high as a mountain!
Unconsciously, this also put the minds of the civil and military officials at ease!
It's important to understand that the biggest and most far-reaching political struggle in the imperial court is the fight for the throne!
"Your Highness, are you well?"

"Greetings, Your Highness the Crown Prince!"

When Xu Da saw Zhu Xiong Ying, he first showed a kind smile, and then gave a half-bow and spoke.

He was the Crown Prince's tutor and Zhu Biao's martial arts instructor. The master and student bowed to each other, and the half-bow was in accordance with the rules!
As for Zhu Xiong Ying...
You can't possibly bow halfway to Zhu Biao and bow fully to Zhu Xiong Ying, can you?

"Hello, teacher!"

Zhu Biao smiled and returned the half-bow.

Instead, Zhu Xiong Ying curled her lip and said, "Grandpa Xu, you're being too formal!"

"Besides, you haven't come to see U.A. High School in ages!"

"Grandpa Xu, I still remember the year before last when I stole a porcelain vase from my dad's study and gave it to you. My dad even used the sole of his shoe to wipe my tears."

Upon hearing this, Xu Da coughed twice:

"Ahem! Your Highness, you mustn't speak nonsense!"

Can we talk about this in front of His Highness the Crown Prince?

As expected, Zhu Biao's expression froze, and he looked extremely embarrassed!

Logically speaking, Xu Da was his father's sworn brother and also his martial arts teacher, so there was nothing wrong with giving him a gift.

But
It sounds so awkward that your own son would steal a vase from the East Palace to deliver it!
Li Shanchang remained calm and composed as he observed the situation unfolding.

In terms of peerage, Li Shanchang was the head of the dukes. In terms of official rank, he was the top leader of the Secretariat.

Moreover, Xu Da only cared about military affairs and never concerned himself with civil administration, so he cannot be considered a political enemy.

On the contrary
Li Shanchang looked in one direction and gave a gentle, yet subtle, smile.

As if sensing Li Shanchang's gaze, the man nodded slightly.

It was none other than Liu Bowen, the Imperial Censor! "All officials, enter the hall!"

Suddenly, a sharp announcement rang out, and Li Shanchang took the lead in stepping into the Fengtian Hall, followed by civil and military officials who filed in one after another.

Zhu Biao, holding Zhu Xiong Ying's hand, solemnly reminded him, "Xiong Ying, the Fengtian Hall is the place where the Ming Dynasty discusses national affairs. You must not be rude."

"do you understand?"

Zhu Xiong Ying nodded repeatedly, his eyes also gleaming as he looked towards the high platform inside the hall.

There was a dragon throne, entirely gilded, with lifelike golden dragons carved on it, exuding majesty!
This,
The throne that countless people died fighting for, as recorded in history!
"His Majesty is here!"

The proclamation sounded,
The ministers all wore solemn expressions, their eyes slightly raised, but their heads slightly lowered.

then,

Emperor Hongwu, Zhu Yuanzhang, dressed in a bright yellow imperial robe embroidered with dragons, slowly walked out from behind the screen.

The pace was slow, but steady!

His eyes merely swept across the assembled officials, yet they exuded an oppressive aura as if Mount Tai were collapsing before them!
this.
That is the power of an emperor!

Having fought his way up from the brink of death to the highest throne in the world, Zhu Yuanzhang's power was enough to suppress the entire world!

"Your Majesty, we pay our respects! May the Ming Dynasty last ten thousand years!"

"Your Majesty, we pay our respects! May the Ming Dynasty last ten thousand years!"

"Your Majesty, we pay our respects! May the Ming Dynasty last ten thousand years!"

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Amidst cheers and shouts of congratulations, Zhu Yuanzhang slowly sat on the throne, his gaze sweeping across the room and pausing briefly.

Looking at Zhu Xiong Ying, his once stern gaze softened slightly.

"Get up."

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

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The officials rose, and Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Li Shanchang, speaking calmly as was customary: "What important matters do you have to report today?"

Upon hearing this question, all the officials remained silent, waiting for Li Shanchang to step forward and report.

Everyone knows that the most important political event today is the emperor's tour!

"Your Majesty, I have an important matter to report!"

Li Shanchang slowly stepped forward and said in a deep voice, "The previous arrangements for the tour have been completed by all departments and reported to the Secretariat."

"I have already reviewed it and have instructed all provinces, prefectures, and counties to prepare in accordance with regulations!"

"Now respectfully presented to Your Majesty!"

After saying this, Li Shanchang took out a memorial from his bosom and presented it with both hands.

Wang Hongjing stepped down from the high platform, took the memorial from Li Shanchang, and then presented it to Zhu Yuanzhang.

"it is good!"

After reading the memorial, Zhu Yuanzhang said, "Biao'er, the Secretariat has made excellent preparations for our tour!"

Upon hearing this, Li Shanchang, who had been wearing a formulaic smile, instantly froze!
Touring with the Crown Prince?
In the imperial court, all the civil and military officials were shocked, and they could not even hide the surprise on their faces!

Is His Majesty not traveling alone this time, but instead accompanied by the Crown Prince?
Who will oversee the country?
Then, all eyes of the court officials were focused on Li Shanchang.

Who will oversee the country is a matter of great importance; Prime Minister Li must find out quickly!

(End of this chapter)