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

Chapter 766 There's a good show tonight

Upon hearing this, Chang Yuchun became even more puzzled. Did His Majesty truly believe the Crown Prince was innocent?
Zhu Xiong Ying turned around, a glint of shrewdness flashing in his eyes. "Chang Qing, I ask you, who in this world do you think can stop me?"

Chang Yuchun was taken aback, then knelt on one knee and said in a deep voice, "Your Majesty is the true Son of Heaven, invincible under heaven!"

Zhu Xiong Ying laughed heartily, his laughter laced with arrogance and domineering power. "That's right! No one in this world can stop me! Not even my son!"

He walked up to Chang Yuchun, patted him on the shoulder, and said, "Chang Qing, I believe in your loyalty and your judgment. I will give you an explanation for this matter."

Chang Yuchun raised his head, his eyes filled with gratitude and admiration. He knew that His Majesty had already made his decision.

"I am tired and would like to rest for a while." Zhu Xiong Ying waved his hand, signaling Chang Yu Chun to leave.

Chang Yuchun bowed respectfully, slowly withdrew from the study, and closed the door.

The wind and rain continued, the thunder continued, but Chang Yuchun's anxiety had completely vanished. He knew that since His Majesty had spoken, he would definitely keep his word.

Zhu Xiong Ying stood alone in his study, gazing at the stormy night outside the window, his eyes deep and complex. He knew in his heart that Crown Prince Zhu Biao was indeed a suspect, but he also knew that a larger conspiracy might be hidden behind it. He needed time, and more evidence, to bring the mastermind behind it all to justice.

Meanwhile, inside the Crown Prince's residence, Zhu Biao paced anxiously back and forth. Chang Yuchun's suspicions made him feel like he had a thorn in his side, preventing him from eating or sleeping. He had to get rid of Chang Yuchun as soon as possible, otherwise, the consequences would be dire.

"Your Highness, everything has been arranged." A man in black appeared silently in the study, kneeling on one knee with a respectful tone.

A ruthless glint flashed in Zhu Biao's eyes. "Good! We'll do it tonight. Make sure it's clean and swift, leaving no trace!"

"Yes, Your Highness!" The man in black accepted the order and left, disappearing into the night.

Zhu Biao walked to the window, looked at the raging wind and rain outside, and a cold smile appeared on his lips. Chang Yuchun, your death is near!
However, he was unaware that all of this was under Zhu Xiong Ying's control.

Zhu Xiong Ying didn't actually go to rest. Instead, he changed into a set of night clothes and quietly left the palace. He wanted to see for himself who the mastermind behind this was.

In the wind and rain, a dark figure darted swiftly across the rooftops of the palace, like a ghost, unnoticed by anyone.

……

Outside Chang Yuchun's residence, several men dressed in black lay in wait, anticipating the perfect moment. They had received orders to take Chang Yuchun's life that very night.

With wind and rain raging and thunder rumbling, it was the perfect opportunity to carry out the assassination.

Suddenly, a bolt of lightning ripped through the night sky, illuminating the entire mansion.

Just then, a man in black suddenly darted out from the shadows, a flash of cold light in his hand, aiming straight for Chang Yuchun's life.

Chang Yuchun was prepared and dodged the fatal blow with a quick movement. He then thrust his dagger back and struck the man in black squarely in the chest.

The man in black screamed and collapsed to the ground, motionless.

Seeing this, the other men in black rushed out from the shadows and surrounded Chang Yuchun.

A fierce battle ensued...

Hidden in the shadows, Zhu Xiong Ying witnessed everything. A cold smile crept across his lips. It seemed tonight would be quite a show…

Rain dripped from the hem of Zhu Xiong Ying's black robes. Like a ghost in the night, he silently watched the battle. Chang Yu Chun, worthy of being a renowned general of the Ming Dynasty, remained composed even when facing an enemy several times his size. The dagger in his hand moved like a venomous snake, each strike precise and deadly. One by one, the men in black fell, their blood staining the rain-soaked bluestone ground.

A playful smile curled at the corner of Zhu Xiong Ying's lips. This scene was getting more and more interesting. He didn't rush to make a move, but waited, waiting for the mastermind behind the scenes to appear.

Although Chang Yuchun was brave, he was ultimately outnumbered. He had several wounds and his movements were becoming sluggish. Just then, a man in black seized the opportunity and thrust his sword into Chang Yuchun's back.

At the critical moment, a dark shadow flashed by, and the black-clad man's sword was grabbed by a strong hand. "Who?" The black-clad man turned around in fear, only to see a face that seemed to be smiling but not smiling.

"I, the Emperor," Zhu Xiong Ying uttered calmly.

The man in black's pupils contracted sharply, and the sword in his hand fell limply to the ground. He knew he was finished.

Zhu Xiong Ying snatched the sword from the man in black, and with a backhand strike, ended his life.

Upon seeing this, the other men in black stopped and looked at Zhu Xiong Ying in horror.

"Who is your master?" Zhu Xiong Ying's voice was icy, like a judge from hell.

The men in black looked at each other, not daring to speak.

"Not going to talk?" Zhu Xiong Ying sneered. "Then you can all die."

Before he finished speaking, the sword in Zhu Xiong Ying's hand transformed into streaks of cold light, and the men in black fell one after another, none of them alive.

Chang Yuchun stared at the scene before him, his heart filled with shock and admiration. His Majesty was so powerful; no wonder he said no one in the world could stop him!

“Your Majesty…” Chang Yuchun was about to speak when Zhu Xiong Ying raised his hand to stop him.

"Chang Qing, you've worked hard." Zhu Xiong Ying patted Chang Yu Chun's shoulder, her tone filled with concern. "Go back and get some rest."

Chang Yuchun bowed respectfully, then turned and left. He knew that His Majesty had more important matters to attend to.

Zhu Xiong Ying watched Chang Yu Chun's departing figure, his eyes deep and complex. He knew that Crown Prince Zhu Biao was nearby, and this charade had only just begun.

Sure enough, footsteps sounded not far away. Zhu Biao emerged from the shadows, his face showing a hint of fear and unease.

"Father..." Zhu Biao's voice trembled. He never expected that his father would appear here.

Zhu Xiong Ying turned around and looked at Zhu Biao, her eyes filled with disappointment and anger.

"Biao'er, you have disappointed me greatly." Zhu Xiong Ying's voice was deep, yet carried a powerful aura of authority.

Zhu Biao knelt down with a thud, trembling all over, not daring to look up at Zhu Xiong Ying.

"Father, I know I was wrong..." Zhu Biao's voice choked with sobs. He knew he had committed a grave mistake.

"Wrong? Where did you go wrong?" Zhu Xiong Ying's voice was icy cold, like the snow and ice of winter.

"Your subject... Your subject shouldn't have doubted Chang Qing, shouldn't have sent someone to assassinate him..." Zhu Biao's voice grew softer and softer, almost inaudible.

"You think I'm only doing this for Chang Qing?" Zhu Xiong Ying sneered. "You're too naive!"

Zhu Biao raised his head and looked at Zhu Xiong Ying in horror.

"I am testing you, to see just how ambitious you are!" Zhu Xiong Ying's voice boomed like thunder in Zhu Biao's ears.

Zhu Biao's face turned pale, and his body trembled even more violently. He hadn't expected that his father had seen through his thoughts all along.

"Do you think I'm really old? Do you think you can really replace me?" Zhu Xiong Ying approached Zhu Biao step by step, his eyes filled with murderous intent.

(End of this chapter)