Time Travel: After Seizing the Throne, I Lead the Ming Dynasty to Take Off

On the other hand.

Although Zhu Yunhuan had prepared for the worst, he was ready to let it go and watch without hesitation as the Huaixi nobles began to test the waters, gradually revive their troubles, and even intensify their actions...

But if possible, he naturally didn't want this situation to happen.

Therefore, he had just issued an order to deal with those involved in the corruption during the coal mining process. This was to warn the Coal Transport Bureau officials, Jinyiwei and all local officials involved in the sale of anthracite, and also to deter the Huaixi nobles.

But how could the Huaixi nobles be so easy to deal with? How could they be so easily intimidated? — This threat would inevitably shake the Huaixi nobles' confidence in the pie he had previously painted, and would inevitably lead to their questioning. Indeed, they now had the capital to interrogate the emperor!

Zhu Yunhuan could either continue to cover up his mistake and explain to them in advance that his original intention remained unchanged before they questioned him.

This might make them restrain themselves a little.

This was also a delaying tactic devised by Zhu Yunhuan.

However, not only would he lose some of his status as an emperor, but it might also send a signal to all the Huaixi nobles that "it's okay to do whatever you want", and this delaying tactic would not last long.

The appearance of Liu Sanwu gave him another way out:

Zhu Yunhuan first punished the corrupt officials with thundering means, as if to warn the Huaixi nobles, but at the same time, he suspended Liu Sanwu, the "desperate and reckless man" who did not care about anything to deal with the Huaixi nobles!

This is another good signal for the nobles in Huaixi.

Between pressure and release, tension and relaxation.

You have to guess the Huaixi nobles!

They wanted to guess what Zhu Yunhuan meant, but Zhu Yunhuan did not reveal any specific and reliable signals such as "yes" or "no". They were not sure for the time being and did not question Zhu Yunhuan.

This is a back and forth of speculation and manipulation.

Doesn’t this delay extend the time a lot?

Although Liu Sanwu had good intentions, it was a good thing that he was unaware of the situation right now. This was called a complete act, so as not to provoke the Huaixi nobles to notice anything.

……

As Zhu Yunhuan finished speaking, Liu Sanwu's heart couldn't help but stop.

Although this punishment is not too severe.

However, compared to Liu Sanwu's expectations, it was like surviving a disaster - this made him completely confused for a moment.

"Hmm? His Majesty is angry... because he won't kill me?"

After a brief moment of surprise and confusion, Liu Sanwu breathed a sigh of relief. His entire body was drenched in sweat from head to toe. His already trembling hands were like a string that had been stretched tight for a long time and suddenly loosened, and he almost lost all strength.

Fortunately, he kept his forehead on the ground, so he did not fall down. His body only swayed slightly.

There was silence for several breaths.

Liu Sanwu finally came to his senses and said in a low voice, "Your humble servant Liu Sanwu... Thank you for your grace..."

Thunder, lightning, rain and dew are all grace from the king.

Not to mention suspension from duty, even if I were to chop you off on the spot, as long as I still care about your entire family, you should thank the emperor.

But for Liu Sanwu.

Although this was a relatively good result, it was far from what he expected. At least it meant that the only method he could think of, which had an extremely small possibility, had failed.

"Can he still walk? If not, Sanbao, ask someone to carry him back home." Zhu Yunheng said calmly. His voice was extremely calm, and Liu Sanwu could no longer hear any sadness, joy, hatred or anger in it.

Without waiting for Ma Sanbao to move.

Then, Liu Sanwu's old and hoarse voice rang out in a muffled voice: "Don't bother...don't bother Eunuch Sanbao. Your humble servant...your humble servant will take his leave..."

After saying that, he forced himself to support his body and stood up tremblingly.

He stumbled as soon as he stood up.

"Master Liu!" Ma Sanbao cried out in surprise. Fortunately, he was quick to step forward and give Liu Sanwu a hand, and Liu Sanwu was able to stand firmly.

Perhaps it was because of the previous feeling of oppression, or perhaps it was because of worry and fear, or perhaps it was because he was completely disheartened, his face looked extremely pale and his expression was dejected.

He gathered his energy and looked up at Zhu Yunhuan, moving his lips as if he wanted to say something, but when he saw Zhu Yunhuan leaning on the couch with his right leg bent and his hand on his knee, he swallowed his words back into his stomach on the spot.

For nothing else.

When he came in, he was in a hurry and anxious, and was only concerned with paying respects, apologizing, and pleading his case. Only now did he realize that the young emperor in front of him looked so nonchalant, and did not have the anxiety and worry he had expected.

Don’t you know the news about the nobles in Huaixi?

This is impossible?

He was so sharp-eyed and sharp-eared that he received news so early when the Kings of Qin and Jin rebelled. He even suppressed the rebellion when all the civil and military officials in the court knew nothing about it, and even escorted the two princes to the capital... How could he not know the movements of the Huaixi nobles?

Take a thousand steps back.

Even if you didn't know it before, you should know it now that I'm telling you.

Think of this.

Liu Sanwu's already gloomy expression showed even more despair.

"So... Your Majesty, what do you mean? Have you given up on yourself and let it go?"

"Is it possible that the Ming Dynasty is really going to fall into chaos?"

Liu Sanwu didn't want to believe it...but Zhu Yunhuan didn't look worried or anxious at all...He couldn't do what he wanted anymore!