Ming Dynasty: Pick up attributes from the battlefield to create the Ming Dynasty

Chapter 264 Jiang Huan: All palace servants arranged by the Lü family shall be executed! A change of power has occurred in the Eastern Palace!

"father."

"Do you really think that Xiong Ying and his mother contracted smallpox by human intervention back then?"

Now that there were no outsiders around, Zhu Biao couldn't help but ask this question.

In this regard.

With a hint of melancholy, Zhu Yuanzhang slowly said, "In my opinion, there may really be such a reason. At least for now, if it is indeed man-made, then it must be inseparable from the Lü family."

"If it really was her doing, and if Sister Chang died, then I really want to tear her to pieces," Zhu Biao said through gritted teeth.

"Do not worry."

"The Embroidered Uniform Guard will investigate thoroughly."

"If it really was them, then I guarantee that the Lü family, and their entire clan, will suffer a terrible fate," Zhu Yuanzhang said coldly.

Come back to your senses.

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Zhu Biao meaningfully and smiled, "Biao'er!"

"Yun Tong has suffered so many injustices over the years, yet you are completely unaware. Have you learned anything from this?"

Zhu Biao pondered for a moment, then smiled wryly and said, "I underestimated people's hearts."

Hear this answer.

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded with great satisfaction: "If this matter can teach Biao'er how terrible people's hearts can be, then it's worth it."

"Now, you should also understand the significance of the existence of the Embroidered Uniform Guard."

"The human heart is unpredictable."

"He may appear to you as a loyal subject, but in reality, he harbors ulterior motives."

“But the ministers you see as disloyal are actually loyal.”

"As an emperor, it is simply not enough to judge a person's loyalty based solely on what you see on the surface or what you think in your heart."

"so."

"The existence of the Embroidered Uniform Guard is to show us true loyalty and true human nature."

"If you hadn't been so opposed to the Embroidered Uniform Guard back then, and we had placed them in the Eastern Palace, do you think Yunwen would still be suffering such mistreatment?"

As he spoke, Zhu Yuanzhang also asked Zhu Biao a question in return.

In this regard.

Zhu Biao thought for a moment and then said, "Probably not."

"The Embroidered Uniform Guards are directly under my father's command. They supervise each other and report any issues to the emperor."

"If the Embroidered Uniform Guard had been in the Eastern Palace, perhaps Yunhu would not have suffered these years of suppression."

In this regard.

Zhu Biao was naturally very certain and understood the role of the Embroidered Uniform Guard.

"So, Biao'er."

"Now, do you truly understand the role of the Embroidered Uniform Guard?" Zhu Yuanzhang asked again, staring intently at Zhu Biao.

And this time.

Zhu Biao no longer argued with Zhu Yuanzhang about the cruelty of the Embroidered Uniform Guard, nor did he speak of practicing benevolence and virtue, abolishing the Embroidered Uniform Guard, and governing the country and its officials with benevolence and virtue.

Because of this.

Zhu Biao truly experienced what it means for human nature to be unpredictable.

Without the Embroidered Uniform Guard to oversee imperial power, perhaps the intricacies behind this would never have been seen.

Zhu Biao bowed deeply to Zhu Yuanzhang with a solemn expression, saying, "Son, I have learned a lot."

See this scene.

Zhu Yuanzhang's old face was full of satisfaction.

Today's event.

Although Zhu Yunwen made a great sacrifice, it was worth it if Zhu Biao could truly understand the role of the Embroidered Uniform Guard.

Zhu Yuanzhang rose from humble beginnings, so he was well aware of the importance of the Embroidered Uniform Guard. Without its checks and balances, corrupt officials would have been even more rampant.

……

Outside the East Palace!
Lü Ben stood in front of the palace gate.

"Please inform them."

"I wish to enter the Eastern Palace to see His Highness."

Lu Ben addressed the Jinwu Guard commander on duty at the Eastern Palace.

Chen Qing looked at Lü Ben in front of him with a complex expression in his eyes.

The Eastern Palace is not small, but it is not large either.

As members of the Imperial Guards on duty, they were naturally very well-informed.

The Imperial Guards entered the Eastern Palace and took away many concubines and palace servants. Even Consort Lü, who was originally in charge of the internal affairs of the Eastern Palace, was imprisoned in her palace and could not leave.

From being high and mighty yesterday to being imprisoned today.

It can be said that his circumstances changed drastically.

"Minister Lü."

"His Highness the Crown Prince is not in the palace right now. If you have anything to say, please wait a while before coming back," Chen Qing said, stepping forward and clasping his hands in greeting to Lü Ben.

Although the Lü family is currently facing difficulties, Lü Ben is still one of the six ministers.

Moreover, with the imperial examinations about to begin, Lü Ben still wields considerable power, which is something Chen Qing, a mere centurion, cannot afford to offend.

"His Highness the Crown Prince is not here, so please inform Consort Lü." Lü Ben raised his head and said with a hint of probing.

Obviously.

This, perhaps, is Lü Bengen's true purpose.

He tried to find out what had happened to his daughter.

"Minister Lü."

"Something has happened inside the Eastern Palace; no one is allowed to enter or leave."

"The same goes for Lady Lü."

"Therefore, please forgive me, Minister Lü," Chen Qing replied, clasping his hands in a fist salute.

Hear this!

Lu Ben's heart clenched, but he maintained his composure and hurriedly asked, "May I ask what exactly happened in the Eastern Palace?"

"I don't know either," Chen Qing replied calmly.

Now that the Embroidered Uniform Guards have entered the Eastern Palace, the matter is too big, so Chen Qing naturally dared not say a word.

"It seems that something really serious has happened in the Eastern Palace."

"It seems that Lan'er has really been confined to the East Palace. Zhu Yunwen, you deserve to die."

"He actually dared to go and appeal to the Emperor."

"This is bad."

At this moment, Lü Ben felt extremely worried and heavy-hearted.

Now that things have come to this.

It happened so suddenly that he had no chance to react at all.

And this time!
"Yo."

"Isn't this Minister Lü?"

"Isn't the New Year celebrations not over yet? Why are you entering the palace today?"

A teasing, slightly mocking voice came from the side.

Lü Ben turned around to look.

Lan Yu and Chang Mao walked over slowly, followed by dozens of guards.

However, Lan Yu and Chang Mao's expressions today were incredibly arrogant.

After hearing about the situation at the Eastern Palace, unlike Lü Ben who came to investigate, Lan Yu and the others were simply there to watch the spectacle.

"Blue Jade, Everlasting Flour."

As Lü Ben watched the two men's smug expressions, his unease grew stronger.

The Lü family.

This was someone he had painstakingly cultivated, and after so many years of planning, his grandson might even have the opportunity to ascend to the position of crown prince in the future.

His Lü family could also take another step forward and become true relatives of the emperor.

But now.

The situation seems to have really changed.

Lan Yu walked up to Lü Ben.

"Please refer to the Duke of Liang below."

“See Duke Zheng below.”

Upon seeing Lan Yu and the other person, Chen Qing immediately bowed respectfully, showing great deference.

"Chen Qing, you're not bad, kid."

“Now he’s a centurion of the Imperial Guard. I heard that he’s in charge of the garrison this time, and he’ll definitely be promoted to commander of a thousand soon,” Lan Yu said to Chen Qing with a smile.

The news from the Eastern Palace was just delivered to him by someone sent by Chen Qing.

"Thank you for your kind words, General."

Chen Qing replied, deeply moved.

Even his title has changed to General, after all, he was once Lan Yu's subordinate.

After speaking with Chen Qing, Lan Yu turned to look at Lü Ben and said, "It seems that Minister Lü came to the Eastern Palace specifically to gather information, didn't he?"

"How about I let the Duke of this country tell you?" Lan Yu's expression was half-smile, but the sarcasm in his eyes was extremely obvious.

"Duke Liang is overthinking it."

"I came here to see my daughter, not to pry into any information," Lu Ben glanced at her and replied coldly.

Listen to this.

Lan Yu and Chang Mao exchanged a glance and burst into laughter.

"Then Minister Lü is overthinking it."

"I'm afraid it will be difficult to see your daughter again in the future."

"After all, you, as the father, must know perfectly well what your daughter did in the Eastern Palace." Lan Yu stared at Lü Ben, his voice growing colder and colder, revealing a murderous intent.

The death of his niece back then.

The death of his great-nephew back then.

Zhu Yunwen has now been suppressed for more than a decade.

Lan Yu kept all of this in his heart. If he didn't take revenge and wipe out the Lü family, how could he face anyone?

Under Lan Yu's gaze, Lü Ben remained calm and coldly replied, "What nonsense is the Duke of Liang spouting?"

In this regard.

Lan Yu slowly leaned closer to Lü Ben and said in a voice only the two of them could hear, "Lü Ben, you old fool, you've always pretended to be benevolent and righteous, but you're actually a hypocrite. That bitch Lü has been suppressing Yun Tong for over a decade, and all of this has already been reported to the Emperor and the Crown Prince. The Embroidered Uniform Guard has sealed off the Eastern Palace and has even brought people into the Imperial Palace to pay their respects. Putting everything else aside, your daughter is finished."

"And your Lü family, they'll be finished sooner or later too."

Done.

Lan Yu immediately took a few steps back, merely watching Lü Ben's expression with a cold smile.

Faced with Lan Yu's provocation, Lü Ben was furious and seemed to be on the verge of exploding.

"Uncle."

"The atmosphere outside the Eastern Palace seems unusually relaxed today."

“Things are different now,” Chang Mao said at just the right moment, his tone full of provocation.

Obviously.

They were all deliberately provoking Lü Ben, hoping he would explode.

just.

The fact that Lü Ben was able to rise to the position of Minister shows that he was extremely shrewd. Even when provoked by Lan Yu and the other two, he remained calm and did not get angry.

And this time!
From the direction of the palace.

Several horse-drawn carriages slowly approached.

The carriage stopped directly in front of the East Palace.

"Ladies and Princess."

"It has already been given to the Crown Prince."

"A captain of the Imperial Guard responsible for escorting them said respectfully."

echoed.

Consort Chen led Zhu Yunling slowly down from the carriage.

After seeing Lan Yu and Chang Mao.

Consort Chen nodded slightly in acknowledgment.

But Zhu Yunling stepped forward slowly, bowed, and greeted in a gentle voice, "Grand Uncle, Uncle."

Other children born out of wedlock naturally have no right to call him that, but Zhu Yunling is the legitimate son, so how could he not have the right?

"Yunling."

"You're becoming more and more beautiful and dignified, girl."

"good."

Lan Yu looked at her eldest grandniece and smiled.

“Where’s Yunhyun?”

Chang Mao looked at the carriage behind him, but Zhu Yunwen was not among those who had alighted, and immediately asked.

“Yun Tong is still in Wenyuan Pavilion, and the Emperor is concerned about him.”

"After all these years, Yunhu has suffered a lot," Zhu Yunling said with a smile, her words carrying a double meaning.

These words were not only spoken to Lan Yu and the others, but also to Lü Ben, who was standing to the side.

This directly informed Lan Yu and the others that the matter concerning Zhu Yunwen had been settled, the report was true, and the facts had been verified in the Eastern Palace.

Hear the news.

Lan Yu and Chang Mao immediately smiled.

"Hahaha."

"Not bad."

"It wasn't in vain that your uncle and I took turns teaching Yunhu these past few days. This kid has finally become responsible and promising."

"After being bullied by that vicious woman all these years, I've finally stood up for myself," Lan Yu said with a loud laugh, showing no regard for Lü Ben standing to the side.

From this day forward.

The Eastern Palace is about to undergo a major upheaval.

Not to mention Zhu Xiong Ying, who is about to return.

Zhu Yunwen alone will rewrite this situation; the era of the Lü clan's absolute power is over.

After today.

Zhu Yunwen is a very good younger brother; he has already cleared away some obstacles for his elder brother's return.

"Uncle."

"When we get back today, we must have a good drink together, and invite Yunhuo along." Chang Mao laughed heartily, very pleased with himself.

Lu Ben's expression changed, and his heart trembled.

A strong sense of unease had already arisen.

"Grandpa, Uncle."

"Yunhu should be back in a little while. Would you like to wait in the main hall? It's not good to stand outside," Zhu Yunling invited with a smile.

Now that the Eastern Palace is about to change, Zhu Yunling, as the legitimate daughter, can naturally make decisions on such matters.

As for Lü Ben standing to the side, Zhu Yunling ignored him from beginning to end. Now that the Lü family was doomed, she was no longer afraid of anything.

"Good good."

"Yunling, remember to have someone make tea for your great-uncle. Your eldest uncle and I will be waiting in the main hall." Lan Yu smiled and accepted the invitation directly.

Then he gave Lü Ben a smug look.

"Grand Uncle, Uncle, please." Zhu Yunling immediately led the way.

The Imperial Guards naturally made way for them.

Guided by Zhu Yunling.

Lan Yu and Chang Mao entered the sealed-off East Palace without any hindrance.

When the two concubines of Zhu Biao saw Lü Ben, they immediately led their daughters to avoid him, as if they were afraid of being tainted by bad luck.

This scene.

This made Lü Ben tremble in his heart.

After glancing at the Eastern Palace.

Lu Ben knew very well that the situation was now out of control, and his daughter was probably finished.

"I must go back and think about how to face the Emperor and the Crown Prince."

"I absolutely cannot implicate the family," Lu Ben thought to himself, then turned and walked towards his carriage.

And the next moment.

Tapping.

Tapping.

A series of footsteps followed.

Hundreds of Imperial Guards in flying fish robes, all carrying swords, were seen heading towards the Eastern Palace once again.

Jiang Huan was still the leader.

However, behind the Imperial Guards, there was a carriage.

It seemed as if all the Imperial Guards had come to escort this carriage.

When all the Imperial Guards arrived.

The Golden Guards were still obstructing their routine duties.

On the carriage.

Zhu Yunwen slowly walked down, his demeanor completely changed, now exuding the aura of a noble young master.

"See Young Master."

All the guards bowed and paid their respects.

When Zhu Yunwen saw Lü Ben, his disgust was undisguised. However, as he passed Lü Ben, Zhu Yunwen still spoke up: "That poisonous woman Lü is about to be banished to the cold palace. You don't need to wait any longer."

Done.

Zhu Yunwen walked slowly toward the East Palace with his hands behind his back.

Jiang Huan, holding up the token, shouted, "By order of the Emperor and the Crown Prince, thoroughly investigate the Eastern Palace. All palace servants arranged by the Lü family shall be executed!"

……

(End of this chapter)