Zhu Yuanzhang Returns from Modern Times

Chapter 279 Please enter the urn
Inside the Wuying Hall, Zhu Yuanzhang sat quietly.

He tapped his right index finger lightly on the imperial desk, one tap after another, making a "dudu" sound.

It sounded like it struck a chord deep within people's hearts.

After a while, Zhu Yuanzhang stopped tapping on the imperial desk.

Clearly, by this point, he had made a decision.

That wasn't enough; he wanted to add fuel to the fire for Hu Weiyong.

This would allow Hu Weiyong to take action against him more effectively and quickly, catching him like a turtle in a jar.

……

That night, in the Kunning Palace, Zhu Yuanzhang, who had been busy for most of the night, finally had some free time and lay down on his bed.

"Sister, let's renovate our palace."

Empress Ma spoke up for Zhu Yuanzhang.

Empress Ma seemed somewhat surprised upon hearing this.

"Chongba, why did you suddenly decide to renovate the palace?"

Chongba was very frugal, but nowadays there are places where money is needed everywhere.

Repairing the palace would certainly be a considerable expense.

In the past, Chongba would not have been willing to spend this money.

"Girl, our palace has been swindled by Mr. Liu."

We thought he was good at feng shui, so we asked him to choose a site for us to build the palace.

I think it will definitely be built exceptionally well, a perfect location for us, and we'll live comfortably there.

But to everyone's surprise, Mr. Liu turned out to be a complete fraud.

They chose a site for us on Yanque Lake, and filled in Yanque Lake to build the palace.

The terrain here is low-lying, and even though the soil that was filled in was compacted, it has already subsided.

They've only lived here for a few years, and already many problems, big and small, have arisen.

The main problem is that the palace is too stuffy.

In Yingtian, the climate becomes hot and humid during the summer.

In later generations, it was known as one of the three major furnaces along the Yangtze River.

The place he chose for us is low-lying and poorly ventilated; it's so hot it's unbearable.

It's not only hot, but also incredibly humid.

Summer feels like living in a sauna; it's incredibly hot and truly unbearable.

Therefore, we plan to take advantage of the cool weather and have someone tidy up the palace again.

Add some cooling devices inside.

In some key areas, add a hidden channel to allow cool water to flow in the summer, and open some small holes to let out some cool air.

Let's find some suitable places to put the ice.

When it gets warmer next year, we won't have to suffer like this anymore.

It was indeed sweltering in the palace. Zhu Yuanzhang was right; he had been tricked quite a bit by Liu Bowen's great deception in this regard.

In addition, the weather in Yingtian is hot in the summer.

The combination of the two makes it truly unbearably hot and humid.

I could tolerate it in the past, but now so many years have passed in the future.

The sweltering heat is becoming somewhat unbearable.

In later generations, turning on this little air conditioner would be incredibly comfortable.

That was truly a luxury that even the emperor himself could no longer enjoy.

However, it can now be modified a bit to add some cooling systems.

We will use saltpeter to make ice in the future.

Summer is a bit more bearable.

Today, many of Zhu Yuanzhang's views on life have changed.

The most important change is to be kinder to yourself, to stop pushing yourself so hard, and to take care of your health.

This is better than many other things.

If I can live one more day, then the world can run according to my wishes for one more day.

It's much better than placing all your hopes and dreams on your descendants.

It's better to rely on yourself than on anyone else.

In my past life, I worked so hard and still lived to be seventy-one years old.

In this life, take better care of yourself and be kinder to yourself.

Pay attention to rest and health; you should be over 71 years old before you can do this.

"Chongba, what's wrong? Did the sun rise in the west?"
"Aren't you afraid of spending money?"

Empress Ma looked at Zhu Yuanzhang with some surprise and asked him a question.

"Haha, girl, you should save this money if you want, or spend it if you want."

Money is earned, not saved.

Instead of being stingy, we should think of ways to increase revenue, raise more money, and bring down more corrupt officials.

In that case, we'll have the money to repair the palace, won't we?
Life is only a few decades long, just one lifetime.

You definitely need to treat yourself better.

Let's not even talk about extravagance; at least we suffer less.

In this way, life will not have been in vain.

Otherwise, no matter how frugal you are, if you encounter some spendthrifts, the money you save won't be enough for them to squander in just a few days.

"We ancestors are good enough."

Empress Ma smiled and patted Zhu Yuanzhang on the head.

"Zhongba, you've finally come to your senses."

"Haha, girl, it's only after we've experienced things in later generations that you understand this principle first."

Seriously, no matter how frugal, hardworking, or capable you are as an ancestor.

If you encounter some spendthrift and unfilial descendants, they really won't be able to squander it all in just a few days.

Rather than that, it would be better if we, the ancestors, could live a little longer.

In this way, perhaps the Ming Dynasty can be even better off.

Instead, they accumulated even more wealth.

"Zhongba, you're right."

Empress Ma expressed her agreement.

Indeed, Chongba has undergone significant changes compared to the past.

But, think about it, it makes sense.

If I had such an experience and learned so much, I would be truly grateful.

Many of my own ideas will probably change.

"Chongba, when dealing with Hu Weiyong and the like, try to involve as few people as possible."

Some people certainly deserve to be killed, but others don't necessarily need to be killed outright.

They could be sent to places that seem harsh and desolate now, but will become important in the future.

While giving them a chance, let them also contribute more to our Great Ming Dynasty.

"A head is easy to cut off, but it doesn't grow back so easily."

After a while, Empress Ma looked at Zhu Yuanzhang and spoke.

Zhu Yuanzhang smiled upon hearing this: "My sister is so clever. How come I can't hide anything from you?"

As soon as we mentioned building a palace, you realized that our actions were aimed at Hu Weiyong.

"When it comes to girls, we really can't hide anything from them."

"That's because you never intended to hide it from me, Chongba."

"No, it's just that my sister is too smart!"

"Zhongba, you're so witty, always trying to make me happy."

"No, no, girl, I'm telling the truth."

Zhu Yuanzhang swore an oath to the heavens.

After a few lighthearted banter, Zhu Yuanzhang's expression turned serious.

Girl, you're right, some people are bound to be killed.

Otherwise, it would be a complete disservice to what they've done.

However, for the people involved, we'll listen to you, sister, and give them some alternative ways to make a living.

Send them to the southwest.

The southwest region of today is what later became known as Yunnan and other similar areas.

It was still occupied by the Prince of Liang of the Yuan Dynasty.

This period was different from later times; most of this area had been lost since the late Tang Dynasty.

Furthermore, the control over this area was already weak in the past, and it is now even weaker.

There are too few Han Chinese.

If we want to make that area an inseparable part of the Ming Dynasty, it is essential to immigrate people there after conquering it.

It wouldn't be bad to find some criminals and make use of them.

……

Ten days later, Zhu Yuanzhang, accompanied by his crown prince Zhu Biao and others, arrived at Qingfeng Mountain, more than sixty li from the city. A temporary palace had been built there.

It was mainly used for escaping the summer heat.

Although Zhu Yuanzhang had never been there before.

But now, it has come in handy.

The palace needs renovation, and the renovation is quite extensive.

Therefore, Qingfeng Mountain, which is not too far from the capital, became a very good choice at this time.

It can come in handy.

Therefore, Zhu Yuanzhang moved here to live, and also moved many of his offices here.

The emperor's move was somewhat unexpected.

But it is also reasonable.

After all, some people are quite familiar with the palace and frequently visit the imperial city.

I know that this palace does indeed have problems such as foundation subsidence.

In the past, did emperors not repair the palace simply because they were frugal?

No, a big reason was that the emperor didn't have any money.

But it's different now.

The current emperor is constantly opening up the seas, promoting border trade, and arbitrarily confiscating property and exterminating entire families.

Compared to before, they're incredibly good at making money, and they're far more capable of making money.

When people have too much money, they get carried away.

They will be different in life and in many other things.

Things I didn't usually do, I can now do.

These ordinary people still want to live in nice houses and wear beautiful clothes.

Not to mention Zhu Yuanzhang, who became emperor.

It was perfectly normal and reasonable for them to want to renovate the palace.

The person who was happiest about this was undoubtedly Hu Weiyong.

The thing that the dog emperor did was both surprising and delightful to him.

He had been thinking about how to kill Zhu Yuanzhang more effectively and with greater certainty.

He was also troubled by the fact that Zhu Yuanzhang often stayed in the palace and never went out.

But now, he is not troubled at all.

It's like someone bringing you a pillow when you're sleepy.

Zhu Yuanzhang brought this upon himself.

Even God didn't want to help him; instead, He stood on his side.

I must seize this opportunity and eliminate Zhu Yuanzhang in one fell swoop!

With that in mind, they quickly made some corresponding arrangements.

Some things need to be done ahead of schedule.

Regardless of whether this time it was Zhu Yuanzhang who dug a hole for himself or not.

He was about to jump!

If I don't jump, I might never have another chance.

Sometimes, when it comes to rebellion, it's not necessarily true that the longer you wait, the better.

Often, preparing for too long exposes the problem before the rebellion even begins.

It's better to act when the time is right.

There's a saying that goes, "A scholar's rebellion will not succeed in three years."

He wasn't a scholar, so naturally he wouldn't be so fussy and indecisive.

It would be a real pity if he missed such a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Once these thoughts arise, they can no longer be suppressed.

Especially since his son was still in Jiangxi and had not yet been brought back.

The thought of it made him feel incredibly sad.

I must avenge my family's Tianci!

……

The situation in Jiangxi is extremely tense.

Compared to before, I don't know how much more serious it has become.

Significant-scale conflicts have already occurred.

People who previously dared not confront Wu Yin's side directly.

Even now, despite having killed some of the people Wu Yin and his men, they remain very tough.

The atmosphere in Jiangxi is becoming increasingly oppressive, like a powder keg.

Under these circumstances, Yang Yun, the Minister of Personnel, came to Jiangxi.

I was ordered by the Emperor to thoroughly investigate the murder of Hu Tianci.

"Now that you, Minister, have arrived, this matter will be much easier to handle."

These times have been incredibly stressful.

I can't eat well, and I can't sleep well either.

Jiangxi is in complete chaos now, leaving people exhausted.

Now that the Minister has arrived, I can finally breathe a sigh of relief…

Tao Wuzhong looked at the Minister of Personnel, and Yang Yun spoke up.

With many emotions and a feeling of great relief.

"You can't relax for a moment. I don't know much about what's going on in Jiangxi. I'll need your help, as the provincial governor."

Otherwise, I'd be completely baffled.

Although Yang Yun's expression was serious, his words were not overly serious.

These words had already given Tao Wuzhong a slight sense of relief.

Just by looking at Yang Yun's attitude, one can tell.

This wasn't directed at us.

"Tell me the truth, what exactly happened here, how it happened."

So, who exactly killed Hu Tianci?

Is there any hidden story behind this?
You must tell me the truth.

That way, I can save some effort and close the case as soon as possible.

Let's reduce the turmoil in Jiangxi.

Yang Yun looked at Tao Wuzhong with a serious expression and said.

"My lord, we still haven't found a clear answer to this matter."

The person who harmed Young Master Hu was killed on the spot by the carriage.

Those who went with Young Master Hu were also arrested and interrogated.

After interrogation, it was learned that their decision to go racing there was only on a whim.

After Hu Tianci came to Jiangxi, his favorite thing to do was racing.

This happens eight out of ten days.

Although they mostly race in busy urban areas, they also occasionally race in rural areas and other places.

Some of those who were responsible for surveying the land were also arrested and interrogated.

There hasn't been much progress.

In order to ensure that the land survey is carried out more effectively and without interference.

In some places, roads will be closed...

That is the situation we have.

Those who were surveying the fields must have been carried away by their own actions, mistaking a trivial matter for a grand decree.

A moment of impulsiveness led to such an irreversible consequence.

Besides that, there's nothing else...

This was actually an accident; there weren't that many twists and turns involved.

Of course, this is just the information I received and the details I obtained from interrogation.

"The Minister has arrived; we need to conduct further interrogation."

Tao Wuzhong spoke with exceptional sincerity, appearing to be having a heart-to-heart talk.

But actually, I wasn't panicked at all.

It's impossible for them to have a heart-to-heart talk.

They have already done everything that needed to be done here.

The aftermath was handled very cleanly.

In this situation, what good would it do if Yang Yun, the Minister of Personnel, came in person?
I still can't come up with any other answers.

This matter can only be attributed to those who conducted the land survey.

After all, no matter what, Hu Tianci really did die at their hands.

Yang Yun looked at him quietly, then suddenly smiled...

(End of this chapter)