Ming Dynasty: Regrets about the Jingnan Rebellion? I changed it in a dream!

Chapter 140 Either you die or I die! Zhu Di stands in the tavern with a knife!

Of course, if they really let me help.

He was most likely helping Zhu Gaoxu, as his relationship with Zhu Zhanji was average.

At this time, Zhu Gaochi seemed to have anticipated something.

Then Zhu Gaoxu said, "In that dream."

"My son not only dreamed that Emperor Jiajing Zhu Houcong changed his father's temple name and posthumous title."

"I also dreamed that my eldest nephew Zhu Zhanji did the first thing after he ascended the throne."

"kill me."

"Not only did he hold me in a copper vat, he also burned me alive with charcoal."

"After that, he killed all my sons."

"Since we're going to die anyway, why not fight to the death!!"

Hearing these words, Xu Miaoyun's body trembled slightly, and she looked at Zhu Gaoxu with mixed feelings.

Then he looked towards Zhu Gaochi.

If it were in the past, if Zhu Gaoxu dared to say that his brothers were fighting for the throne, he would definitely not allow it.

But according to what Zhu Gaoxu said...he was indeed forced into a desperate situation.

It’s exactly the same situation as Zhu Di’s back then.

Either fight or die.

I can't let Zhu Gaoxu die without an heir just because of these rules.

Xu Miaoyun turned to Xu Zengshou and asked, "Zengshou, is what Gao Xu said true?"

Xu Zengshou nodded.

"In the dream, Gao Sui and I both resurrected in our own tombs, but Gao Xu was resurrected in a copper vat."

"Among the vassal kings, there is no King of Han. He doesn't even have a plaque or a tomb."

"In the imperial palace of the Jiajing Dynasty, there was an Imperial History House, which stored various historical materials, including this record."

"In the first year of Xuande, Prince of Han Zhu Gaoxu plotted a rebellion, and Emperor Xuanzong Zhu Zhanji personally led the army to fight. In the end, Emperor Xuanzong successfully put down the rebellion without losing a single soldier."

Speaking of it.

Xu Miaoyun, Zhu Gaochi and Zhang Yan all had their own judgments in their minds.

They rebelled, but suddenly they surrendered. If Zhu Gaoxu was so indecisive and hesitant.

Then he would not have been able to become the most powerful general during the Jingnan period.

Xu Miaoyun sighed and looked towards Zhu Gaochi: "Gao Chi, what do you think about your brother wanting to compete with you for the position of crown prince?"

Looking at Zhu Gaoxu kneeling on the ground.

Zhu Gaochi stepped forward, cupped his hands and said, "Mother, if the second son really wants to resist, I have no complaints."

"Zhanji went too far in this matter."

"Whether the second brother succeeds in his bid for the crown prince's position or not, as long as I am here, nothing will be hurt."

This is his attitude.

As long as he was in power, he would not harm Zhu Gaoxu at all.

As for Zhu Zhanji...well, what can he do?

Zhu Zhanji learned all of his character from Zhu Di, and he had little control over him.

Moreover, Zhu Zhanji basically would not listen to him and he felt that he was too cowardly.

Xu Miaoyun felt as if her heart was being cut by a knife as she watched this scene.

These two brothers were once good brothers, but now they are fighting against each other.

The royal family, are they really so ruthless?
She remembered that the two brothers had a very good relationship during the Hong Sheng Dynasty.

Although Zhu Gaoxu often bullied and teased Zhu Gaochi, he would always help Zhu Gaochi whenever he had any problems.

Sometimes, when he went on an expedition outside the Great Wall, he would bring some Mongolian gadgets to Zhu Gaochi.

Because Zhu Gaoxu knew that Zhu Gaochi actually also had the dream of becoming a general, but was unable to realize it due to physical problems.

He brought the small trophies he got from defeating the Mongols and gave them to Zhu Gaochi to play with.

He would also brag to him about how powerful he was on the battlefield, and Zhu Gaochi was very supportive.

Later, Zhu Gaoxu unfortunately died of illness while on the campaign.

When Zhu Gaochi learned about this, he was so sad that he fell ill.

The two brothers died one after another.

Now, Zhu Gaochi and Zhu Gaoxu have both become princes because of the Jingnan Rebellion.

The relationship is not what it used to be.

Zhu Gaoxu was somewhat moved when he heard this, but he recalled.

During the Jingnan period, Zhu Di made his own promise.

In the future, Zhu Zhanji will kill himself.

He buried this brotherhood deep in his heart.

He said coldly: “Boss, you are still so hypocritical.”

"It started from the moment we followed father in the rebellion, from the moment father promised that the prince was ill and you should try your best."

"You and I are no longer brothers."

"The battle between the royal family, the crown prince, and the heir apparent is a life-and-death struggle."

Xu Miaoyun had a worried look in her eyes, and then she coughed violently a few times.

"Gao Xu, is there really no room for turning back?"

"Aren't you the best of brothers? Do you really want to go to such a dead end?"

Zhu Gaoxu just lowered his head and responded.

"Mom, this road was never something I wanted to take."

"It was my father, Zhu Zhanji, who pushed me up here!"

To be honest, he didn't really want to compete for the position of crown prince.

He also served as regent for a few days, which was indeed tiring.

In his dream, he also became an emperor, but it didn’t feel that good either.

Money, women, power, the only difference between him and the King of Han is that he has less power.

But Zhu Zhanji's actions forced him to rekindle his fighting spirit.

The crisis of life and death pushes me to fight.

Xu Miaoyun could only look towards Zhu Gaochi: "Gao Xu, I can't control your quarrel with the boss."

"But can I ask you for one thing?"

"If you win, don't kill your brother, okay?"

Zhu Gaoxu replied: "If I win, I will only kill Zhu Zhanji, and I will not touch my elder brother and sister-in-law at all."

"I do what I say!"

In fact, what Zhu Gaoxu said is highly feasible.

After all, Zhu Gaochi and Zhang Yan both knew that in their dreams, Zhu Gaoxu could give the throne to Zhu Gaosui.

This is the first person in history.

Able to share the throne with brothers.

After getting Zhu Gaoxu's promise, Xu Miaoyun sighed and decided not to take care of the matter.

She just wanted Zhu Gaoxu and Zhu Gaochi to live and be healthy.

The royal struggle was bloody, but they were all her sons, so she naturally didn't want either side to kill the other.

that's enough.

She knew clearly that throughout the dynasties, whether they were brothers, fathers and sons, or even mothers and sons.

Once you are tainted by power and the throne, there is no turning back.

All she could do was try her best to make the Zhu royal family less cold-blooded.

After that, Xu Miaoyun did not stay in the palace any longer.

"Mom, we haven't met for long, are you ready to leave?"

Zhu Gaochi was still reluctant to let him go and wanted to keep him.

However, Xu Miaoyun looked around and chuckled.

She touched Zhu Gaochi's fat face and said softly, "This palace is a bit cold. Mother is not used to it."

"I am very happy to see you. Please take good care of yourself."

"If you have some free time, you can come to the pub and catch up."

After saying that, Xu Miaoyun took Xu Zengshou and left the East Palace.

Seeing this, Zhu Gaoxu did not stay for long and left with his mother.

Only Zhu Gaochi and Zhang Yan were left standing there.

After he left, Zhu Gaochi frowned, glanced at Zhang Yan beside him, and sighed, "Where is that kid Zhanji now?"

"I think he's painting something outside the city."

Apart from other things, Zhu Zhanji was indeed proficient in music, chess, calligraphy, painting, poetry and songs.

"Send someone immediately and ask him to come see me."

In fact, the confrontation between Zhu Gaoxu and Zhu Zhanji has been going on for a long time.

However, he really didn't expect that Zhu Zhanji would be so cruel to the second brother.

His heart was also somewhat shaken.

Is my bloodline not suitable for being an emperor?
First there was Zhu Qizhen, then there was Zhu Houcong, one was defeated in a war and taken prisoner, the other was obsessed with alchemy and disrespected his ancestors. Fortunately, at present, only these two oddities stand out.

The rest of the emperors should be fine.

Otherwise, I will really doubt my life.

……

Soon, Zhu Zhanji, who was painting landscapes outside the city, received news that his father wanted to see him.

Zhu Zhanji didn't think much about it and hurried back to the palace.

Zhu Gaochi sat upright in his study. He had no intention of dealing with memorials to the emperor and was quietly waiting for Zhu Zhanji's arrival.

Not long after.

There were footsteps at the door.

Zhu Zhanji pushed the door open and walked in, then looked at his father with a serious face.

"Dad, what's the matter? Why are you calling me back so anxiously?"

Zhu Gaochi said coldly: "Close the door."

Hearing this cold voice, Zhu Zhanji was a little confused, and then closed the door.

After the door was closed, Zhu Gaochi said, "Zhanji, I want to ask you something."

Zhu Zhanji nodded.

"If you become the emperor in the future, what will you do to your second uncle?"

"Answer me truthfully." Zhu Gaochi said seriously.

Hearing such incomprehensible words, Zhu Zhan basically wanted to get it over with.

"Dad, why are you asking this?"

Zhu Gaochi still looked serious.

"Don't be so playful with me. Tell me, what will you do to your second uncle?"

Seeing Zhu Gaochi being so serious, Zhu Zhanji put away his playful smile.

He pondered for a moment, then said, "Dad, what do you think I will do?"

"My second uncle has made great achievements in the war, and his prestige in the army is second only to my grandfather."

"He is a vassal king. If he ascends the throne, I..."

In fact, he wanted to say that if he ascended the throne and became emperor, he would definitely kill Zhu Gaoxu.

But he still didn't dare to say it clearly in front of Zhu Gaochi.

However, Zhu Gaochi was very disappointed and said on his behalf: "You are thinking that if you ascend the throne, you will definitely kill him, right?"

Zhu Zhanji pondered for a moment, but did not make any excuses.

Nodded: "Yes."

Hearing this, Zhu Gaochi suddenly became furious: "Asshole! I thought you and your second uncle were just slightly at odds."

"I never thought you were so cruel! He is your second uncle!"

"Use a copper vat to burn him to death. You can even think of such a way of killing him!"

Although Zhu Zhanji didn't understand what the latter sentence meant.

However, after listening to Zhu Gaochi's first two sentences, he just replied indifferently.

"Dad, what do you want from me?"

"Are you going to let my second uncle grow up? And then conduct another Jingnan Rebellion, will you be satisfied?"

"Dad, can you please stop showing false compassion? Zhu Yunwen's case is right in front of us."

"Could it be that you want me to learn from Zhu Yunwen back then?!"

"If I don't strike first, I will be the one to die!"

Li Jiancheng and Li Chengqian were both crown princes during the Tang Dynasty, and they were both forced into a situation where they had no other choice.

Why did Li Jiancheng lose? It was because he watched Li Shimin grow in power without any mercy.

Why did Li Chengqian lose? It was because he was not ruthless and did not bring Li Tai's head to see Li Shimin.

Why did Zhu Yunwen lose? It was also because he was not ruthless. Since he took action, he was not decisive and his heart was not ruthless enough.

Li Chengqian, when facing the cases of his uncle Li Jiancheng and the crown prince Yang Yong of the Sui Dynasty, was still not ruthless, which led to his failure.

Of course, it was also because Li Shimin was too strong.

And I also have the cases of Zhu Yunwen and my grandfather in front of me.

He couldn't be indecisive like Li Chengqian and repeat the same mistakes.

These are all real cases.

If you want to consolidate your throne, you must strike first, and you need to be quick, accurate and ruthless.

The current Zhu Gaoxu is exactly the same as the Prince of Yan Zhu Di back then.

He has strong military capabilities, high prestige in the army, and is ambitious.

He is completely another Prince of Yan Zhu Di.

It is naturally impossible for him to be another Jianwen Zhu Yunwen.

“Zhanji, is our family really going to end up like this?!!”

"Will you be satisfied only if we really fight against each other and kill each other?"

"There are many ways to reduce the power of the feudal lords. Do you really want to choose the most cruel one?"

Zhu Yunwen reduced the power of the princes, Zhu Di reduced the power of the princes, and Zhu Zhanji also reduced the power of the princes.

All of them reduced the power of the princes, but only Zhu Di's model was relatively gentle.

Zhu Yunwen and Zhu Zhanji were exactly the same, both were killed by sword cutting.

In response, Zhu Zhanji responded helplessly: "Dad, what do you want to express?"

After hearing this, Zhu Gaochi told Zhu Zhanji everything that had just happened.

"so……"

"So, I want you to promise me that after you ascend the throne, you will never attack your second uncle."

"This way, I can go explain to the second brother and promise him that no matter what, we are a family."

"We are a family, why do we have to fight with each other?"

Zhu Zhanji was just about to refuse. After all, he didn't want to repeat Zhu Yunwen's mistake.

But he was blocked by Zhu Gaochi.

"You must promise me, otherwise, I will ask your grandfather for permission to resign as the crown prince."

Hearing this, Zhu Zhanji looked at Zhu Gaochi in disbelief.

"Dad, are you crazy?!"

"I'm not crazy, it's you and the second brother who are crazy. I just don't want us to be a family. If you chop me, I'll chop you."

"Do you agree? If you don't agree, I will go and talk to your grandfather now."

"I know you never listen to what I say, but this time, you have to listen to what I say."

Zhu Zhanji hesitated for a moment.

To be honest, if Zhu Gaochi resigned, it would be unlikely that he would become emperor.

Now Zhu Gaochi's weight in the old man's heart has increased a lot.

Helplessly, Zhu Zhanji had to respond: "Dad, I promise you, I will never kill my second uncle in the future."

Listen to this promise.

Zhu Gaochi nodded with satisfaction.

"That's right."

"When the time comes, I will go and explain to your second uncle. I can see that your second uncle doesn't want to argue."

"He's just not convinced. He has already let go of your grandfather's original promise. It's just that you will kill him in the future."

"He had no choice but to pick up the knife and fight back."

Zhu Zhanji said nothing.

……

Simultaneously.

Zhu Di had already arrived at the door of the tavern with a big knife in hand.

Push the door open and enter.

Then he just sat down.

His eyes glared at the door.

He holds the sword with both hands, murderous aura surrounds his body. Although his face is old, he is still a tiger after all, and his temperament is not weaker than before.

In the pub, Zhuang Mu had gone upstairs to sleep.

Only Yao Guangxiao and Ximei were in the tavern.

Yao Guangxiao, looking at this scene, was also a little confused.

Why are you coming here with a knife out of nowhere?

It seems that he is very angry.

Yao Guangxiao then moved a chair, sat down next to Zhu Di, and looked towards the door.

"Your Majesty, are you waiting for someone?"

Zhu Di glanced at Yao Guangxiao, his beard trembling slightly due to his breath, and said coldly.

"kill."

(End of this chapter)