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

Chapter 52 Three Steps to Annihilate Aristocratic Families

"Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu"

Dao Yan felt like his mentality was about to explode.

How come someone gets their mouth covered when they're pledging their loyalty?

"Old monk, don't call me Daoyan anymore."

"From now on, call me by my real name."

Zhu Xiong Ying smiled faintly and spoke.

Upon hearing this, Dao Yan was slightly taken aback, and then his eyes filled with emotion.

A name carries so much meaning, and at this very moment, it means that this Crown Prince truly wants to accept me!
"Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu"

Seeing that Dao Yan looked like he wanted to say something, Zhu Xiong Ying waved his hand: "Let go."

Yu Huatian released his hand, and a few red marks appeared on Dao Yan's face.

For this eunuch of the Western Depot, Zhu Xiong Ying's orders were absolute, and he would never show any mercy.

"The old monk's original name was Yao Guangxiao. From this day forward, I am willing to serve Your Highness!"

Yao Guangxiao spoke in a deep voice.

The instant he spoke, a mechanical voice echoed in Zhu Xiong Ying's mind:
[Ding! Congratulations, host! You have subdued the demonic monk Yao Guangxiao, averting internal strife within the Ming imperial family and increasing the Ming dynasty's fortunes.]

[Ding! Congratulations, host! You have received a system gift: an improved deep-well mining technology!]

The system's reward surprised Zhu Xiong Ying slightly.

Goodness, Yao Guangxiao is worth that much?

The deep-well mining technology is an improved version.

So, does that mean that the mining industry in the entire Ming Dynasty can take a leap forward?
Besides silver mining, which can make the Ming Dynasty's treasury more abundant, there is also the mining of other ores such as iron ore, which will greatly alleviate the problem of military equipment in the future!

At this moment, Zhu Xiong Ying really wanted to pick up Yao Guangxiao and kiss him twice!

Who wouldn't want something valuable?

Of course, that is, I just want to.

Putting aside how disgusting it is to be with an old monk, Zhu Xiong Ying's strength alone is not up to par.
"Yao Guangxiao, from this day forward, you will wear black and serve as my advisor."

"I will never treat you unfairly."

Zhu Xiong Ying spoke with a smile, her face radiating sincerity!
The sorcerer Yao Guangxiao is a renowned strategist in Chinese history. Bringing him into my fold would definitely be a significant boost to my abilities!
"The old monk hopes that Your Highness will not mistreat the foreign lands."

Yao Guangxiao smiled and said something.

The deeper meaning behind the phrase "mistreated" is self-evident.

The two looked at each other and smiled.

One is cunning and treacherous, the other is young and clever; the combination of a wolf and a jackal is always bizarre.

Later historical records have offered many commentaries on this matter, with historians raising numerous questions, the most famous being: How could this Crown Prince... have turned a monk into a poisoner? Is it really true that one is corrupted by one's surroundings?

"Your Highness, now that the old monk has joined your ranks, there is something I must tell you."

Yao Guangxiao was conscientious and responsible, and in such a short time, he had already become familiar with his role as a 'strategist'.

Zhu Xiong Ying nodded: "Go on."

Zhu Xiong Ying had no doubt about Yao Guangxiao's loyalty. After all, the system was there, and if the loyalty level dropped, it would endanger the harmony of the entire royal family, and there would definitely be a warning.

We'll just chop it off when the time comes.

"Your Highness, your plan is indeed grand, but in my view, the most pressing issue is not external threats, but rather domestic affairs!"

Yao Guangxiao spoke in a deep voice, his expression unusually stern.

Zhu Xiong Ying's eyes sharpened, and he nodded: "Explain in detail."

Incidentally, he also waved his hand, signaling Yu Huatian to bring a stool for the old monk.

"Thank you, Your Highness!"

After sitting down, Yao Guangxiao's respectful expression became even more pronounced, and he felt even more certain that his earlier 'loyalty' was wise.

"Your Highness is now the Crown Prince, and his position as heir apparent is extremely secure. This is indeed true."

"Whether it's His Majesty Hongwu or His Highness the Crown Prince, everyone in the world knows how much they love His Highness." "This world will belong to His Highness sooner or later."

"However,"

Yao Guangxiao changed the subject and said in a deep voice, "Even imperial power is subject to constraints!"

Zhu Xiong Ying narrowed his eyes and said in a cold voice, "The Prime Minister is hindering me?"

The imperial power and the ministerial power, these two rights, seem to be overwhelmingly dominated by the imperial power.

But in reality, since the death of Qin Shi Huang, it has been an endless tug-of-war!

Yao Guangxiao shook his head and said, "Yes."

"Neither!"

"The power of the prime minister may seem to be that the prime minister is hindering the emperor's power, but this is not the case."

"The prime minister is merely a representative of the power of the prime minister!"

"The combination of interests behind them is what truly hinders Your Highness."

At this point, Yao Guangxiao paused slightly, his gaze complex as he spoke, "Song once made the outrageous statement that scholar-officials and the emperor should jointly govern the country."

"This is the ambition of the prime minister!"

"It's also a hindrance!"

Upon hearing this, Zhu Xiong Ying immediately understood.

Yao Guangxiao's intention was not to eliminate Li Shanchang, but to eliminate the powerful families and clans behind him.

"What's your opinion, old monk?"

Zhu Xiong Ying said with a smile.

Yao Guangxiao's expression hardened, and he uttered a single word in a deep voice:

"kill!"

Upon hearing this, the atmosphere in the Wenhua Hall suddenly turned three degrees colder.

It does seem a bit incongruous that a kind-faced old monk dressed in rags would start talking about killing.

"The powerful families of the North are trying to enter the court, seize power through official positions, and then thrive like termites invading a giant tree."

"Southern gentry, seeking fame and reputation, appear to be engaging in refined discussions, praising and criticizing national policies, and seemingly having a heart full of love for the country and its people, but in reality, they are secretly seizing land and controlling businesses for profit!"

"These two powers are at the same time. Now that His Majesty Hongwu has established the country and his killings are still ongoing, we are still at peace and dare not act rashly."

"Will things be even worse after His Highness the Crown Prince ascends the throne?"

"When His Highness the Crown Prince ascended the throne, how many of the civil and military officials did not come from aristocratic families?"

Yao Guangxiao's remarks demonstrated a keen understanding of the political situation.

The empire was newly established precisely when these aristocratic families were at their weakest, because Zhu Yuanzhang was too ruthless.

But as it was passed down to later generations, the imperial power gradually declined.

The Ming Dynasty ultimately perished at the hands of the Qing Dynasty officials!
"If Your Highness does not despise me, this old monk is willing to eliminate the aristocratic families for Your Highness!"

Yao Guangxiao cupped his hands in greeting, and Lang Sheng began to speak:

"Three moves to destroy the power of the prime minister!"

At the Five Military Commands' Office, a burly, dark-skinned young man's nostrils practically glared at the sun.

The generals were helpless against this kid, and the soldiers known for their bravery were taken away by him, leaving them speechless.

Why?

Because this kid is the second son of the Duke of Wei's mansion, and his elder brother is their superior!
Of course, it's nothing. If anyone tries to poach our employees, they'll stubbornly refuse.

But...
This young man brought with him an imperial edict from Zhu Xiong Ying, the grandson of the regent emperor of the Ming Dynasty, and a message from Xu Da!
Under pressure from both sides, any general who dares to oppose them can expect to never fight a war again!

"Brother, shall we have a martial arts demonstration in three months?"

Xu Zengshou asked with a shameless grin.

Xu Yungong kicked him directly: "Get lost! Otherwise, I'll have the generals of the Five Armies Commandery personally kick you out!"

(End of this chapter)