My Pen Pal Zhu Yuanzhang

Chapter 104 I, do not argue with justice
The Imperial College was a great success, and the students were in high spirits. Several students took turns to go on stage and express their opinions.

The craftsmen saw it all and were anxious, especially the students of the Craftsmen Academy, who had already been ostracized by the Confucian scholars and now felt even more uneasy standing on the stage.

Why hasn't Your Majesty come yet?
Many craftsmen also volunteered to go on stage, but firstly, they had not received much education and could not explain clearly; secondly, facing the huge crowd below the stage, they became nervous and could not speak at all.

Amid the laughter of the Confucian scholars, the craftsmen stepped down from the stage with red faces and ears, wishing they could find a hole in the ground to crawl into.

It was already an auspicious time, but Zhu Yuanzhang was nowhere to be seen. Many people wondered if His Majesty was afraid of fighting.

The students were talking about it, but the people were extremely anxious. Was His Majesty really going to abandon the Jiangzao Academy?

"The time has come, why hasn't Your Majesty arrived yet? Could it be that Your Majesty is timid?"

Hong Wenchang looked towards the distant imperial palace from time to time, but he never saw Zhu Yuanzhang's ceremonial carriage.

"Lord Hong, be careful with your words and do not make irresponsible comments about His Majesty."

Qian Hongming warned in a low voice, and then said: "However, whether Your Majesty comes to participate in this academic conference today or not, victory belongs to us!"

"Yes, yes, what Lord Qian said is very true. When it comes to debate, there are many students who are masters. Moreover, we have three great scholars sitting here. I think Your Majesty does not want to lose too embarrassingly. It is better to simply avoid the debate!"

As he spoke, Hong Wenchang showed a hint of sarcasm in his eyes.

"But your Majesty has publicly announced that he will attend the academic conference. Everyone in the world knows about it. If you do this, I'm afraid it will damage your majesty!"

"Master Hong, you and I just need to understand this matter."

As they spoke, the two smiled at each other, their eyes full of pride.

Just when the two were feeling relaxed and confident that they had won, suddenly someone in the audience shouted:
"Your Majesty, everyone, look! That's your Majesty's palanquin. Your Majesty is coming! Your Majesty is coming!"

Not far away, a mighty honor guard was slowly approaching. Leading the way was a huge dragon flag, which fluttered in the wind, as if a real dragon was alive. Behind the dragon flag was a luxurious imperial carriage, which shone brightly in the sun and slowly drove towards the crowd.

The craftsmen and common people in the audience seemed to have seen a backbone, and they all retreated to the sides of the road to make way for Zhu Yuanzhang's carriage.

Now that Your Majesty has arrived, the Craftsmen Academy will be saved and the craftsmen will have hope!

Confucian scholars also hurriedly retreated to the sides, and when the ceremonial procession passed by, everyone knelt down and saluted.

"Long live my emperor! Long live!"

The shouts of "Long live" were deafening and resounded throughout the sky!
Qian Hongming and Hong Wenchang looked at each other. They thought Zhu Yuanzhang had given up, but they didn't expect that he would appear in front of everyone in such a solemn scene.

What surprised everyone was that behind the imperial carriage, there was a huge carriage pulled by several horses. No one knew what was loaded on the carriage, as it was covered with a huge piece of cloth, so no one knew what was inside.

No one knew why His Majesty brought this item to the academic conference. Everyone was guessing what was on the carriage. However, seeing the imperial guards guarding the carriage, it was clear that this item must be extraordinary.

Hong Wenchang had a bad feeling in his heart, "What on earth is your majesty doing?"

"Lord Hong, please be patient. Whether His Majesty comes or not is all within our plan." Qian Hongming was very calm.

At the academic conference, we discuss people, not things. No matter what weird things Your Majesty comes up with, they are all unorthodox and will not help!
Several people walked to the front of the stage to welcome the arrival of His Majesty the Emperor.

As the imperial carriage slowly stopped, Zhu Yuanzhang stepped down from the carriage. He was wearing a dragon robe, a crown on his head, with a sharp gaze and an imposing manner. Every step he took seemed steady and powerful, as if every step was stepping on the hearts of the people.

His eyes swept across everyone present, as if he was examining every soul. At that moment, the entire venue seemed to be still, with only his majestic aura spreading and permeating every corner.

"I have seen your Majesty. Long live your Majesty! Long live your Majesty!"

Qian Hongming and others bowed respectfully when they saw Zhu Yuanzhang.

"My dear ministers, please don't be polite." Zhu Yuanzhang helped several people up with a smile, but his demeanor was full of majesty.

Qian Hongming made a gesture, "Your Majesty is here in person for the Academic Conference. I am deeply terrified that I was unable to welcome you from afar. I beg Your Majesty to forgive me!"

Several great scholars also confessed their crimes one after another, but Zhu Yuanzhang smiled slightly and said:

"Mr. Qian, and all my dear ministers, I am sorry for being rude. This academic conference is a grand event in the literary world. I don't want to miss it, and I also want to join you in the celebration. What crime have you committed?"

Hong Wenchang took the opportunity to say, "Your Majesty is so broad-minded that we are ashamed of ourselves. Now that the time has come, please take your seat and let the discussion proceed as scheduled."

Since Zhu Yuanzhang is here, that couldn't be better. Hong Wenchang is extremely looking forward to the upcoming debate.

"Mr. Hong is right. Let's not keep the students in the audience waiting anxiously. Let's get started now."

Seeing that Zhu Yuanzhang was still calm and unhurried, Qian Hongming and Hong Wenchang were wondering in their hearts, could it be that His Majesty really had a backup plan?

But the arrow has been put on the string and has to be shot. Thinking that there are several great scholars such as Wu Daoxing on my side, could Your Majesty find more learned scholars than these?

Just thinking about it seemed impossible, so I calmed down and decided to let the debate go on as scheduled. This would also let His Majesty know that this world will eventually belong to the scholars!

At this time, Wu Daoxing asked, "I wonder which talented scholar will your Majesty send to debate?"

Zhu Yuanzhang shook his head, but he was not in a hurry. "Mr. Wu, you guys can debate academics. I came to participate in this academic conference because I want to show you something good."

When everyone heard this, their expressions suddenly became extremely interesting. What did His Majesty mean by this? Was he blatantly showing weakness?

But what does it mean to show yourself something good? Could it be referring to the unidentified object in the carriage?
At this time, the people and students in the audience were also in an uproar, speculating what Zhu Yuanzhang meant by saying this.

At this time, Wu Daoxing said, "Your Majesty, if you don't argue, you won't understand the truth; if you don't argue, you won't be able to see clearly the wisdom. The search for truth requires the tempering of debate. If you avoid debate, how can you penetrate the profoundness of heaven's principles?"

Wu Daoxing's words won the applause of many students, but also made the hearts of the common people and craftsmen increasingly uneasy.

Is Your Majesty really going to give up?

Zhu Yuanzhang smiled slightly, and then, as if he had changed his face, his expression became solemn!
"Mr. Wu's words make sense, but my intention in coming here this time is not to argue with you about what is heavenly justice, but to invite you great scholars to look with me at what heavenly justice is!"

As soon as these words were spoken, they caused an uproar. What does Your Majesty mean?
Not only were scholars and Confucian scholars shocked by what they heard, but even the common people wondered if Zhu Yuanzhang was talking nonsense.

The principle of nature is something very mysterious. We hear about it most often from students. Can it be used to learn from others?

Only Zhu Yuanzhang and others remained calm. Li Min looked at the reactions of the crowd and felt inexplicably funny in his heart. Your Majesty used knowledge and technology that was beyond the times to attack these literati. Isn't this a bit of bullying?
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