My Pen Pal Zhu Yuanzhang

Chapter 136 Old Zhu Wants to Find a Son-in-Law

"Zhongba, Huaiqing has feelings for Qiren. If Qiren is not married yet, you can bring the two together, which would be a good thing."

Empress Ma was the mistress of the harem and naturally had the power to decide the marriages of the princesses, but she always respected Zhu Yuanzhang's opinions.

As she spoke, she noticed Zhu Yuanzhang's expression.

"Zhongba, is there any difficulty in this matter?"

Zhu Yuanzhang thought to himself, this matter is not only difficult, it is even harder than climbing to the sky!
Moreover, he did not expect that Zhu Funing would develop feelings for Lao Li, whom he had never met before. This was really unexpected.

It was difficult to explain to Queen Ma, so he could only pat the back of her hand and said, "Sister, this matter still needs to be considered carefully. Let's go ask the strange man first."

"Everything depends on you." Queen Ma was very understanding and did not say much.

At this moment, the eunuch ran to Zhu Yuanzhang in a panic, gasping for breath, "Your Majesty, Your Majesty..."

"Why is there such a panic in the palace? How disgraceful!" Zhu Yuanzhang frowned and was about to scold, but Empress Ma pulled his hand.

"Chongba, it's New Year's Day, don't be too harsh."

Zhu Yuanzhang then relaxed his frown and said with a smile: "Sister, you are right!"

Then he said to the eunuch, "Please speak properly."

The accompanying eunuch finally calmed down his breathing and said respectfully: "Your Majesty, Queen, outside the palace, the palace is full of people, all kowtowing and praying for blessings!"

"The people are kowtowing and praying outside the palace?"

Zhu Yuanzhang and Empress Ma looked at each other, speechless for a moment.

"Could it be that the fireworks set off in the palace attracted the people here?"

Zhu Yuanzhang was thinking, with the fireworks making such a loud noise, the birds singing and the auspicious sounds of dragons and phoenixes, could the people be thinking that a good omen had fallen from the sky in the imperial palace?
"Your Majesty, there are more and more people outside the palace. Should we drive them away to restore your majesty's dignity?" the accompanying eunuch said cautiously.

"Nonsense! The people can come to the palace to pray for blessings. This is what the people want. How can we drive them away so easily?"

Zhu Yuanzhang said to Empress Ma: "Sister, let's go outside the palace and have fun with the people!"

After saying that, Zhu Yuanzhang and his entourage came to the Meridian Gate in a mighty procession. They opened the gate of the imperial palace, only to see that the street outside was already crowded with people and extremely bustling.

Seeing the palace gate open, the crowd suddenly became excited and the people all cheered.

"Your Majesty, it's His Majesty coming out!"

"The True Dragon Emperor, I have seen the True Dragon Emperor!"

"Your Majesty is so majestic, you must be a real dragon descending to earth. We mortals are lucky enough to have the honor of witnessing his true appearance. It is truly a great honor!"

"Everyone, please don't push. Your Majesty is the true dragon emperor. Please don't offend His Majesty's dignity!"

At this time, someone shouted.

"Long live your Majesty!"

This stone caused a thousand waves, and the people immediately shouted in unison:

"Long live your Majesty!"

"Long live the Ming Dynasty!"

Looking at the scene of tens of thousands of people cheering like a tsunami, everyone was shocked.

Although he had seen many storms, Zhu Yuanzhang was still moved by the huge crowds of people. Wouldn't it be exciting to see such admiration and love from the people?

This is what the people want and it is also what destiny has determined!

The prince's heart was also filled with emotions as he watched this scene. With such loyal and patriotic people, there was no need to worry about the Ming Dynasty not being peaceful and strong!

No one could sleep that night.

The royal family has many more rules for celebrating the New Year than ordinary people. On the first day of the New Year, they have to worship their ancestors in the ancestral temple, and then they have to attend the court meeting and exchange New Year greetings with court officials.

On the second day of the New Year, Zhu Yuanzhang had to stay in the palace, waiting for the princes and nobles to come and pay their New Year's greetings. It was not until the third day that Zhu Yuanzhang could have some free time.

He also had time to reply to Li Han's letter.

Now, communicating with Li Han has become an indispensable part of his life and also his most relaxing moment.

However, he found it difficult to write the letter this time.

It was all for the sake of his beloved daughter, Princess Huaiqing Zhu Funing.

Although she would feel very comfortable thinking about having Old Li as her son-in-law, fantasy is fantasy and reality is reality. Would such a godlike figure like Old Li be interested in her daughter?
Also, I don’t know what Lao Li looks like, although I have often guessed what kind of person he is through the letters he wrote.

It is said that a person's handwriting reflects his character. Judging from the handwriting of Lao Li, he is undoubtedly a man.

Although the handwriting is neat and powerful, the strokes are not mature enough, and it doesn't seem like someone who has practiced calligraphy for many years. Therefore, Mr. Li should not be very old and should be a young talent.

But the strange thing is that Old Li is knowledgeable and knows everything in the world. His knowledge is far beyond that of ordinary young people. His choice of words and sentences is extremely sophisticated, and his control over the current situation and people's hearts can be described as that of a thousand-year-old fox.

Not to mention the young people, even myself, the founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty who has experienced many ups and downs, feel ashamed of myself!

Although at the beginning of their correspondence, he thought that Lao Li was a god from heaven, but now, as their friendship grows deeper and deeper, although he believes that Lao Li is a god, he is not as reserved as he was at the beginning.

Lao Li is such a contradictory and mysterious person that people can't help but want to dig deeper into his true face. But the more you understand him, the more you are attracted by his charm.

It’s no wonder that the little girl Zhu Funing would be deeply attracted to Lao Li.

However, Empress Ma has already spoken. Although everything is up to her, it is rare for her sister to act as a matchmaker, and she cannot spoil her fun.

But wouldn't it be too abrupt to bring this matter up to Lao Li rashly?

I think Mr. Li is broad-minded and won’t mind. Besides, what if this succeeds?
Thinking of this, Zhu Yuanzhang could not help laughing. When he thought of the scene of Lao Li kowtowing and offering him tea, he felt refreshed all over!
He spread out the letter paper, ground the ink, picked up the pen, and started writing.

"Old Li, the new year has arrived. With your help, the Ming Dynasty has undergone a new look. Everything is full of vitality and everything is flourishing.

On New Year's Eve, we set off the fireworks you sent us, and unexpectedly we saw a dragon. It really opened our eyes and amazed the people.

People flocked to the palace to pray, and the scene was particularly shocking. It would be great if you, Old Li, were there to witness that exciting moment with us!
The reason I'm writing to you this time is that I have a piece of happy news to tell you. Our Zhu family has a little girl named Zhu Funing. On New Year's Eve, our daughter told us that she wanted to see you. We didn't understand it at that time, but our sister Ma saw through our daughter's thoughts.

It is said that my daughter has developed a secret crush on him.

It’s embarrassing to say that as a father, I don’t understand my daughter’s thoughts.

Alas, girls cannot be kept at home when they grow up. As a father, we should also think about arranging a happy marriage for our daughter, right?
Take our Zhu Funing for example. Although she was born in the mortal world, she is dignified and smart. She has been familiar with classics, history, and literature since childhood. She is proficient in music, chess, calligraphy, and painting, and is also good at needlework.

I know that it's a bit abrupt to bring this up suddenly, but for the sake of my beloved daughter, I can only shamelessly ask what you think, Mr. Li.

I don't know if you are married, Old Li. If you don't mind, how about considering my daughter?"

(End of this chapter)