Zhu Yuanzhang, who commanded the wind and rain, lived a long and arduous life.

Half an hour later.

Early in the morning, Zhu Xiong Ying got up and went straight to Tianyun Temple.

When he arrived at the backyard, he found Zhu Changye already bent down and began collecting the eggs laid by the hens inside the fence.

"coming."

Without seeing Zhu Xiong Ying, Zhu Chang Ye turned his back and spoke.

He was still carrying the basket, beaming with joy, and said, "Today is good. These chicks have laid a lot of free-range eggs. These are delicious."

"U.A., you'll have to stay for lunch."

Zhu Xiong Ying smiled; he had the same thought.

I came here today.

Cultivation is secondary; the main concern is some troubling matters that I need to consult with my master.

Zhu Xiong Ying believed that with his master's powerful ability to see into people's hearts, his master would surely know the things that he couldn't figure out.

Zhu Xiong Ying also believed that there was nothing in the world that could be hidden from his master.

"Master, are you collecting eggs so early today?"

Zhu Xiong Ying walked over and said with a smile.

Zhu Changye smiled and said, "It's getting late. I just took Lao Liu out for a walk."

The sixth disciple refers to Zhu Gaochi, the sixth apprentice of Zhu Changye.

Zhu Xiong Ying said with a smile, "Gao Chi is so lucky to be able to accompany you, Master."

Saying,

Zhu Xiong Ying wanted to continue the conversation, but because she had something on her mind, she couldn't think of any other topics.

He didn't want to leave, so he just stood there.

"Tell me what's going on."

Zhu Changye replied without turning his head.

Zhu Xiong Ying was taken aback for a moment, then laughed and said, "As expected, nothing can be hidden from you, Master."

"It's like this, recently my grandfather asked me to deal with a high-ranking person, who has some connection with Yunwen."

"Grandpa always said that the family should live in harmony, and as the eldest brother, I should set an example. But if I deal with that person, I will inevitably offend Yunwen, and it will be difficult to maintain harmony in the future."

“I believe Grandpa could tell, but he still made me do it. I… I don’t understand.”

Yunwen, Zhu Yunwen...?

Zhu Changye's eyes flickered.

After opening and closing his eyes, he immediately recognized his grandson, Zhu Yunwen.

He thought for a moment and smiled, "It's alright, Yunwen is still just a child."

“Your grandfather is right. You are brothers. No matter what, you can’t hold grudges. As the eldest brother, you should have this kind of magnanimity.”

Zhu Changye feared nothing more than discord within his family. He had the Guan family in mind, and the Xuanwu Gate Incident of the Tang Dynasty was still fresh in his mind. Therefore, he was also worried that the descendants of the Ming Dynasty would repeat the coup of their ancestors.

That's why he didn't even tell Zhu Yuanzhang and the others about his identity, but he did tell Zhu Di.

Because Zhu Di might harm the Zhu family in the future, he directly revealed his identity and stated his attitude to ensure his safety.

Now that Zhu Di has sent his eldest son to him to cultivate immortality, Zhu Changye knows that Zhu Di will most likely not harm the Zhu family in the future.

“Even if Yunwen is just a child, I’ll still offend him if I do this. I think it’s better to let Yunwen handle this. He’s very filial to his grandfather, so he’ll definitely do it.”

Zhu Xiong Ying felt somewhat helpless.

It was clear that he still didn't want to take on the Zhou Dexing family's case.

Zhu Changye stood up, looked at Zhu Xiong Ying carefully, and said slowly, "Xiong Ying, are you talking about the case of Marquis Jiang Xia?"

He is the City God of Yingtian Prefecture. He may not know about things in other places, but there is no information in Yingtian Prefecture that can be kept from him.

Zhu Changye succeeded; he truly knew everything.

now.

Upon hearing this, Zhu Xiong Ying was secretly alarmed.

Even though I didn't say anything, my master still knew.

really!

Nothing can be hidden from Master!

Fortunately, he had seen it before and got used to it.

Zhu Xiong Ying nodded subconsciously.

Seeing this, Zhu Changye said seriously, "This matter cannot be handled by Yunwen. First, he knows Marquis Jiangxia, he is soft-hearted and cannot do it. He would be biased and bring shame to the Zhu family."

"Secondly, he's too soft-hearted. Killing someone... Yunwen, he's not cut out for it."

Although Zhu Changye had never met or spoken to Zhu Yunwen, he was the City God, and with just a name and position, he could know about a person's life experiences and personality.

Historically, opinions on Emperor Jianwen (Zhu Yunwen) have varied, but it is certain that he was indeed soft-hearted.

The policy of weakening the power of the princes was already pushing people down the path of the most severe offense, yet he still spared their lives, which gave Zhu Di the opportunity to overthrow his rule.

Zhu Xiong Ying scratched his head, feigning displeasure, and said, "Master, what are you saying? It makes me sound like I'm good at killing people, like I'm capable of killing people. Doesn't that make me cold-blooded?"

Zhu Changye smiled.

Then, looking at him solemnly, he said seriously, "Xiongying, you are very much like your grandfather. You can kill people."

He had watched Zhu Chongba grow up since he was a child, and he knew his son better than anyone else. Now he had also spent some time with Zhu Xiong Ying, and the more time he spent with him, the more he realized that Zhu Xiong Ying was just like Zhu Chongba when he was a child.

“I have a good eye for people. You have a ruthless streak in your bones, but it hasn’t been brought out yet.”

"Your grandfather may have seen this too, so I'm using this opportunity to sharpen your knife first."

Zhu Xiong Ying somewhat agreed with this statement. Her grandfather usually seemed harmless, but when it came to killing, he was ruthless.

Although he had not yet cultivated the temperament and domineering aura of his grandfather, he had already shown signs of it, especially in his handling of the Zhou Dexing matter.

He was only soft-hearted at first, but after feeling the lust for power, he didn't take killing Zhou Dexing seriously. Instead, he thought it was a matter of course!

I came here specifically to ask my master, because I'm wondering if these changes in myself are right or wrong.

Now, listening to Master's words, I realize I was right.

Zhu Xiong Ying also felt that he was gradually moving closer to Zhu Yuanzhang!

Whether in terms of personality or in how one conducts oneself in society.

He is becoming more and more experienced, ruthless, and strategic.

These changes were all made by Zhu Yuanzhang over the years, subtly correcting him. He himself was unaware that Zhu Yuanzhang had changed so much for him!

This is not something to be ashamed of.

That's skill!

Because some people, even if they spend their whole lives, may not be able to correct their mindset and character.

While the father and son were still discussing, Jiang Huan arrived.

"Please allow me to speak..."

This was said to Zhu Xiong Ying.

He had barely opened his mouth when Zhu Xiong Ying interrupted him, pointing at Zhu Chang Ye and saying unhappily, "First, pay your respects to my master."

Jiang Huan was startled and looked at Zhu Changye.

This was the first time he had met Zhu Changye, and the Emperor had already told him about Zhu Changye's identity. This... was an extraordinary figure.

Jiang Huan was a little nervous. He respectfully clasped his hands and said to Zhu Changye, "Jiang Huan, Deputy Commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard, greets the Abbot!"

Zhu Changye nodded.

He didn't actually care about these formalities; it was just that Zhu Xiong Ying took them too seriously. That kid really is...

Zhu Changye shook his head.

Seeing that he had already bowed, Zhu Xiong Ying said expressionlessly, "Lord Jiang, speak, what is it?"

Jiang Huan said, "Zhou Dexing, the eldest son of the Marquis of Jiangxia, was appointed as the Commander of the Palace Guard, and he has caused trouble for several palace women..."

"Also, it seems the Zhou family is hiding a large Yuan Dynasty gold seal... The seal was donated to Tianyun Temple, and in exchange... in exchange for a very unlucky fortune slip..."

Upon hearing this, Zhu Xiong Ying frowned.

The Great Yuan Dynasty Golden Seal?

That was a treasure, so you donated it to Tianyun Temple?

This doesn't seem like the kind of charitable thing the Zhou family would do.

and many more!

Zhu Xiong Ying seemed to have thought of something, and her eyes widened.

He subconsciously took out the pendant around his neck. The pendant was golden and had been given to him by his master a few days ago. Not only him, but also his grandparents and many other people had one.

They are all made of pure gold.

The source of this gold.

Could it be...?

Zhu Xiong Ying seemed to be deep in thought.

"Master, where did the gold for this pendant come from?"

Zhu Xiong Ying held up the pendant and tentatively began to speak.

Zhu Changye, looking completely detached, smiled and said, "It was made of gold donated by someone."

really!

Zhu Xiong Ying narrowed his eyes slightly; he had indeed guessed correctly.

Donating the treasures of the Yuan Dynasty to Tianyun Temple... the Zhou family really has ulterior motives.

Fortunately, the master's position was unshakeable.

Otherwise, if Grandpa found out that the Great Yuan Golden Seal was hidden in Tianyun Temple, it would be uncertain whether Tianyun Temple could still exist.

In fact, Zhu Xiong Ying guessed wrong. Even if Zhu Yuan Zhang knew about the Great Yuan Golden Seal, so what?

His father, his own father, lives here at Tianyun Temple!

Zhu Xiong Ying shook her head, deciding not to think about it anymore.

However, in any case, the evidence against the Zhou family is enough to make them die a hundred times over!

“I understand all this. The Zhou family’s crimes are clear. Lord Jiang, next… I would like to trouble you to hand the people over to the Three Judicial Offices, and send the evidence as well.”

"Try to make their departure as dignified as possible, use arsenic."

Zhu Xiong Ying said one last thing.

Jiang Huan accepted the order and then took out a letter from his pocket.

"Your Highness, this is a letter His Majesty wants to deliver to Zhou Dexing."

"Since this case is entirely under your jurisdiction, His Majesty sent me to ask you whether the letter can be delivered to Zhou Dexing?"

Speaking of this letter, it was the first time Jiang Huan had ever seen Zhu Yuanzhang so angry while writing it.

The Emperor said it's because someone wants to harm the Emperor Emeritus!

The Emperor was truly enraged!

Zhu Xiong Ying waved his hand dismissively: "Leave it to Zhou Dexing."

"clear."

Jiang Huan accepted the order once again.

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….…….….….….

The Embroidered Uniform Guard, the Imperial Prison.

Zhou Dexing and Zhou Ji, disheveled and unkempt, huddled in a corner.

Zhou Ji asked Zhou Dexing, trembling, "Father, can...can we still survive?"

Zhou Dexing shouted, "Nonsense! He'll definitely survive!"

"I have already sent someone to the Eastern Palace. The Eastern Palace will not stand by and watch us die."

“We have a lot of connections behind us, and these are the resources that Zhu Yunwen needs.”

"If we die, these connections will be completely severed from Zhu Yunwen, and the Lü family will definitely try every means to save us!"

"Their words carry little weight, but Crown Prince Zhu Biao is not. And Lady Lü is known for her influence over the emperor. If we can persuade the Crown Prince, and then he can persuade the old man, we can be saved!"

Zhou Dexing paused for a moment, then said, "Besides, the old man and we have known each other for so many years. Even if we don't care about him, we should at least consider his feelings. Our family helped the old man when we were young. How could he be so heartless?"

Although Zhu Yuanzhang was ruthless and murderous, Zhou Dexing knew that recently the old man's temperament had softened a lot, he had changed a lot, and he had become more appreciative of emotions.

It seems that the resurrection of Zhu Xiong Ying and the recovery of Empress Ma led Zhu Yuanzhang to put away the butcher's knife that he had always carried with him all these years.

He will definitely find a way to survive!