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

Chapter 305 The Future Ming Dynasty Needs a Knife! Zhu Ying's Imperial Aura!

"I've heard that General Zhu and the generals of Huaixi were at odds, and that Huaixi had often targeted General Zhu. Is this true? Have these Huaixi generals come to apologize to General Zhu?"

"You can't call him General Zhu anymore. Didn't you see the plaque above this mansion?"

"Now he is a prince, Prince Yu Huai."

"General Zhu is the current emperor's grandson, the former eldest grandson of the emperor."

"Yes, yes, I still call him General Zhu as before. I almost forgot about it."

"Things are different now. The eldest grandson of the emperor is of noble status. How dare these nobles from Huaixi provoke him?"

"This act of humbly apologizing is their way of giving an explanation to the eldest grandson of the emperor."

"..."

In front of the Prince's Mansion.

Many people couldn't help but discuss it.

The people living in the inner city of Yingtian were naturally very well-informed. They knew quite a bit about the past affairs of Huaixi and Zhu Ying, as well as about the nobles of Huaixi.

Zhu Ying walked out of the Prince's Mansion.

Looking at the kneeling Huaixi general below, he was slightly taken aback, with a hint of surprise in his eyes.

But when they saw Zhu Ying...

There was no hesitation at all.

They all said in unison, "We beg Your Majesty's forgiveness for our past offense against the eldest grandson."

"Today, I, Your Majesty, will have no complaints whatsoever about being beaten or scolded by Your Majesty."

"Please punish me, Your Highness."

this moment.

All these arrogant and domineering generals of Huaixi lowered their heads and humbly apologized to Zhu Ying.

Can be imagined.

For the generals of Huaixi, Zhu Ying's identity was not only a deterrent, but also a lifeline.

Although they were arrogant, they were also very clear about their own situation. If Zhu Yunwen were to become the successor, these generals who naturally belonged to the legitimate lineage would have no chance of survival. But now, everything is different.

Zhu Ying nodded slightly at the performance of these Huaixi generals.

At least.

Their stance has been revealed.

And that's exactly what Zhu wanted.

domineering.

As long as you don't cause trouble for ordinary people, Zhu Ying can tolerate it. If you go and argue with the officials in the court, Zhu Ying can also tolerate it.

But don't go too far.

"Go into the mansion."

Zhu Ying glanced at it and said in a deep voice.

He then turned around and returned to the mansion.

Zhu Ying turned and left immediately.

Lan Yu immediately shouted, "Get up, everyone, and go see Xiong Ying."

"Big brother."

Are we just going in like this?

The generals of Huaixi looked at Lan Yu with some trepidation.

This time, they came to apologize sincerely, not just to go through the motions.

Thinking back to how they had targeted Zhu Ying in the past, not only treating him coldly but also verbally attacking him in various ways.

As for taking action?

Having witnessed Chang Mao's mistake, they dared not do it again.

Everyone knows that Zhu Ying is a match for ten thousand men; anyone who tries to take action against him is asking for trouble.

"That's the attitude U.A. wants."

"Let's go in," Lan Yu said with a smile.

Hear the words.

A dozen or so Huaixi generals slowly stood up.

Then, led by Lan Yu and Chang Mao, they walked into the Prince's Mansion.

Xu Huizu was not purely from Huaixi, but inherited his father's title and had little connection with Huaixi, so he also traveled alone.

but.

Xu Miaojin entered the Prince's Palace.

His Xu family had also become relatives of the emperor.

He was now completely bound to Zhu Ying.

The inner palace of the Prince's Mansion!

Zhu Ying sat in the main seat.

Lan Yu and the others all stood inside the hall.

"Your subject pays respects to Your Highness."

Everyone bowed deeply to Zhu Ying.

Very respectful.

"Put your clothes on."

Zhu Ying glanced at them and addressed the Huaixi generals who were carrying thorns to apologize.

"Your Majesty."

"We have offended you in the past, and we beg Your Highness's forgiveness."

Hu Hai said with a tone of shame.

"Please forgive me, Your Highness."

The group from Huaixi knelt down again.

Very earnest.

See this.

Zhu Ying smiled faintly: "You have offended me, but have I suffered any injustice?"

Hearing Zhu Ying's counter-question.

None of the Huaixi people knew how to answer.

At the start of the Liaodong campaign, they did indeed clash with Zhu Ying countless times, but in terms of suffering losses?
It seems that Zhu Ying never suffered a loss; it was they who did.

“Um… Your Highness has not been wronged,” Hu Hai replied nervously.

"If that's the case, I haven't been wronged, so why should I ask for forgiveness?" Zhu Ying smiled again.

Regarding these Huaixi generals.

Although they initially incurred Zhu Ying's dislike, their methods were indeed not very effective. Zhu Ying did not suffer any losses; on the contrary, they suffered quite a lot.

Not to mention being punished by Crown Prince Zhu Biao, Chang Mao was even beaten up by Zhu Ying.

In response to Zhu Ying's words.

The people kneeling on the ground in Huaixi were at a loss for what to do.

"Get up now."

"His Highness has forgiven you all."

"The past is the past."

Lan Yu spoke at just the right moment.

Hear this.

The men from Huaixi glanced nervously at Zhu Ying before slowly standing up.

"Thank you for your forgiveness, Your Majesty."

Everyone expressed their gratitude in unison.

If he were truly restored to the status of the eldest grandson of the emperor from an ordinary person among the common people.

They might still have some ability to suppress him, but Zhu Ying had risen through the ranks of the army through countless battles, which was something they couldn't suppress. So, when they met, it was as if they were facing Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao.

"I have come here today."

"Just to ask for forgiveness?" Zhu Ying smiled faintly, looking at the generals.

"Your Majesty."

"We have come today to congratulate Your Highness on regaining your royal status and on recognizing yourself with the Emperor and the Crown Prince," Lan Yu said.

"Yes."

"We have come to pay our respects to Your Highness and congratulate you on your return to the royal family," Xu Huizu said at this moment.

"It is true that it belonged to the royal family."

"But I have never recalled those memories, and I have never been able to truly face them."

Zhu Ying sighed as he looked at these people.

"Don't worry, Your Majesty."

“Once Your Highness returns to the palace, you will surely remember this,” Lan Yu said immediately.

"Yes."

"If Your Highness visits more of your childhood places, you will surely remember them."

"It certainly can."

Many generals from Huaixi also chimed in with their agreement.

"today."

"Now that you have all come here..."

"Especially the Duke of Liang and the Duke of Zheng."

“One of you is my maternal uncle, and the other is my maternal uncle.”

Zhu Ying spoke slowly, his gaze softening.

Upon hearing this title...

Lan Yu and Chang Mao unconsciously straightened their backs.

By saying these things, Zhu Ying acknowledged the status of their maternal family. Since ancient times, the maternal family has been a natural ally of the crown prince, and even the emperor.

Therefore, Huaixi naturally belonged to Zhu Ying in terms of its position.

This cannot be changed at all.

They could only survive by relying on Zhu Ying.

If it weren't for Zhu Ying, allowing Zhu Yunwen to ascend to the throne, their reign would have been short-lived.

Because they were not Zhu Yunwen's maternal relatives.

"Your Highness." "Your subject is willing to obey Your Highness's orders to the death."

Lan Yu and Chang Mao immediately expressed their opinions.

This directly demonstrates an attitude of loyalty.

"Wei Guogong."

“Miaojin is now my wife, and you are my brother-in-law, so you are also one of us.” Zhu Ying smiled and then looked at Xu Huizu.

"minister."

"I swear to serve the Ming Dynasty to the death."

Xu Huizu, with a solemn expression, immediately bowed to Zhu Ying.

Compared to Lan Yu and others who directly pledged their loyalty to Zhu Ying, Xu Huizu was more composed, stating that loyalty to the Ming Dynasty and the emperor was his true intention.

perhaps.

It is also understandable why Xu Huizu was so loyal to Zhu Yunwen in history. Even though he was distrusted by Zhu Yunwen, he still vowed to be loyal to the death, and in the end, he was imprisoned by Zhu Di.

After all.

After inheriting the title of Duke of Wei, Xu Huizu inherited Xu Da's loyalty to the Ming Dynasty.

He was loyal to the Ming Dynasty and to the emperor of the Ming Dynasty.

Zhu Ying didn't say much about Xu Huizu's statement, but simply nodded.

This statement also signifies that he will remain true to himself.

The future Ming Empire will inevitably belong to Zhu Ying.

In terms of status, they are deeply rooted, with impeccable revolutionary credentials, and no one can rival them.

In terms of prestige, he was awe-inspiring throughout the world, and no one could rival him.

"And also the generals who came from Huaixi."

“From my maternal grandfather onwards, you have been naturally bound to me.”

"When I prosper, all of you will prosper."

"Since you are all on my side, I won't waste any more words."

"after."

"As long as you abide by the laws of the Ming Dynasty, I will not treat you poorly."

"What is rightfully yours will be yours."

"If any of you exploit or oppress the common people, I will not tolerate it." Zhu Ying then looked at the group of Huaixi people in the hall, his tone stern and admonishing.

The superior.

Relatives can be used, but they should not be spoiled too much.

Otherwise, a great disaster will surely follow.

After hearing Zhu Ying's words...

All the generals in the hall were startled and hurriedly bowed, saying, "Your subject understands."

"today."

"The Crown Prince has already issued the decree."

"The three sons born to Lady Lü have all been stripped of their royal status and exiled to Qiongzhou."

“As for the Lü family, their entire clan should be exterminated,” Zhu Ying added.

"The Crown Prince is wise."

“The Lü family, the Lü clan, they all deserve to die,” Lan Yu said immediately, her face beaming with joy.

"in this way."

"My sister's revenge can finally be taken." Chang Mao nodded excitedly, but then he came to his senses and asked, "Then, Your Highness, what should be done with Lady Lü?"

Zhu Ying sneered: "Killing her directly would be too easy for her. After the palace examination, I will let her see with her own eyes how her entire Lü family will view her."

"Your Majesty is wise."

"The Lü family is so vicious; it must be torture for her to witness the annihilation of her entire clan," Chang Mao said with a smile.

"The Lü family."

"This should have been the outcome long ago."

"The fact that this matter was uncovered is also thanks to the Duke of Liang."

"If Duke Liang hadn't sent Yunhuo to inform the Emperor, even if I had returned today, I would have had to spend time dealing with the Lü family instead of it being so simple," Zhu Ying said with a smile, praising Lan Yu.

Hear this.

Lan Yu's nose almost popped out.

"Your Majesty."

"I actually recognized you when I first saw you in Liaodong, but I wasn't sure."

"After all, I witnessed your burial."

"I never imagined that Her Majesty the Empress had set up such a grand scheme," Lan Yu replied with a smile.

"Yes."

“Back then, we said that the prince’s eyes looked just like Xiong Ying’s.” Chang Mao echoed.

here.

When these Huaixi generals arrived at the mansion, the atmosphere was very warm.

More than an hour later, the generals reluctantly left.

However, everyone left with a joyful smile.

Clearly, they got what they wanted this time.

After they left.

"Lord."

"I couldn't understand how these arrogant and fierce soldiers suddenly changed like this."

"Now I understand completely," Liu Lei said with great emotion.

It was also filled with pride.

"after all."

"Only I can save their lives. Without me, their future is doomed," Zhu Ying said slowly.

"Why?"

"They are all important officials of the imperial court, powerful nobles who hold great power," Liu Lei asked, puzzled.

"A new emperor chooses new ministers."

"Although the Crown Prince can protect them for a time, he cannot protect them forever."

“They were born to be on the opposite side of the Lü family and Zhu Yunwen. If I hadn’t come back, Yunwen would not have been able to expose the Lü family, nor would he have been able to defeat them.”

"What would happen if Zhu Yunwen became the future crown prince?" Zhu Ying asked with a faint smile.

With this analysis, Liu Lei immediately understood.

“They cannot live without the Lord.”

"Huaixi is the lord's maternal clan, and they are completely bound to the lord," Liu Lei said, seemingly understanding but not quite.

"you're right."

"From now on, we will not need to establish a country outside of the Ming Dynasty, nor will we need to waste this time on such busy work."

"What I want to do in the future is to take charge of the entire Ming Dynasty and change it."

“And any change will inevitably involve bloodshed, and I will naturally need a weapon. These Huaixi generals are my men by nature, and they are the perfect weapon for me.” Zhu Ying said slowly, already having a plan in mind on how to use these Huaixi generals.

reform.

That would mean a bloodbath.

Although these Huaixi officials held power, they lacked the cunning and shrewdness of civil officials, making them perfect tools for wielding influence.

At this moment!

"Report."

"Reporting to the Lord."

"The Grand Secretaries of the Hall of Literary Glory, the Ministers of the Six Ministries, and some Vice Ministers of the Court are requesting an audience outside the residence."

Xiao Han walked over quickly, with a sense of urgency.

Hear this!

Zhu Ying's face also showed a hint of helplessness.

When Zhu Ying left the palace, he had anticipated this situation. As the eldest grandson of the emperor and the future heir to the throne, these court officials would naturally come to congratulate him in batches.

This is also a matter of etiquette in official circles.

Furthermore, they wanted to test Zhu's future attitude towards the court officials, so naturally none of them would be absent.

"Let them all enter the mansion."

“I will wait here,” Zhu Ying said to Xiao Han.

"Yes."

Xiao Han immediately stepped back.

Not a moment.

Then a dozen or so high-ranking officials from the imperial court arrived in the main hall.

Each of them holds a prestigious position.

Grand Scholar.

The Book of Documents (尚书).

Vice Minister.