My older brother is Gao Huan.

Chapter 551 Your father is not Gao Yuan
The Ministry of Works is working on many other things, but so far only the trebuchet and the eight-ox crossbow have made good progress.

Gao Yu wasn't in a hurry.

These things can't be rushed; let your subordinates figure them out and research them at their own pace.

He even took the time to check on the gunpowder situation.

The Eight-Ox Crossbow and the Trekking Cannon were legendary weapons before artillery was used in the military. Once artillery became widespread, these things were completely phased out.

The same is true.

From the Ming and Qing dynasties onward, the city walls were much stronger than before.

The main reason is that artillery began to be widely used in military activities. If artillery could be developed, it would be a truly epoch-making achievement.

However, the results were minimal, and the group of Taoist alchemists were still slowly working on it.

"Zhixing, I am very relieved to entrust the Ministry of Works to you, and you do not need to feel too much pressure."

"I am truly ashamed of the Prime Minister's expectations."

"It's alright, a good start is more important than anything else."

The Ministry of Works was always working on techniques that were ahead of their time. If they could make a breakthrough in any one of these areas, they would benefit greatly.

The fact that I've gained so much from this trip today has far exceeded Gao Yu's expectations.

Back to Jin Fengtai.

Gao Yu then went to see Yang Changchu.

The welcoming banquet for the apprenticeship ceremony was something only Yang Changchu, who came from a prestigious family, knew about; Gao Yu really didn't know anything about it.

There were quite a few rules and regulations regarding etiquette in ancient times.

Given Gao Yu's current power, the ceremony for his eldest son to become a disciple must be grand in scale, and the intricacies and complexities involved must be carefully considered. If any mistakes are made...

It would not only displease Wen Zisheng, the teacher, but also make the host family lose face.

"Don't worry, my husband, I will make sure everything is arranged perfectly."

"Hey, eh, eh."

Seeing that Yang Changchu was about to leave, Gao Yu quickly called her back.

"Does my husband have anything else to say?"

"That's it? I was running around doing all that!"

Gao Yu was very 'dissatisfied'.

Even though they were an old married couple, Yang Changchu finally realized what was happening. She blushed and said, "Husband, there are other people here..."

"What's going on?"

The inner courtyard was filled with maids, and Gao Yu even spoke up 'threateningly', "Aren't you afraid I'll get angry if you favor Aze so much?"

Yang Changchu couldn't help but laugh, while the maids beside him all lowered their heads, not daring to look or react in any way.

But deep down, she envied Yang Changchu.

How imposing their patriarch was in front of outsiders! He was the Heavenly Strategy General who struck fear into the hearts of enemy troops.

How could such a brave and valiant person have such a side?
Like a child?
How fortunate my mistress is to have such a loving relationship with my lord.

Yang Changchu couldn't resist any longer, so she leaned over and kissed Gao Yu, then whispered in his ear, "How about I serve you properly tonight, my husband?"

Gao Yu nodded in satisfaction.

He couldn't possibly be truly jealous of Gao Ze; he was just using this as an excuse to show affection to his wife.

He saw all of Yang Changchu's efforts, and how could he mistreat such a good woman?

"By the way, there's one more thing."

"What is it, my husband? Please tell me."

"Xiaoxian, Ayang, and others have reached marriageable age. Please help me find some suitable women from respectable families."

“Husband…”

Yang Changchu was taken aback. How could someone as intelligent as her not see through Gao Yu's deeper meaning?

Duan Shao, Gao Yang... these people are all outstanding among Gao Yu's nephews and nieces, and they have all gained Gao Yu's favor at a young age.

Gao Yu asked her to find them a marriage partner, which is essentially giving Gao Ze a guarantee in disguise, isn't it?

Yang Changchu could easily arrange for Gao Ze to become even closer to his cousins ​​through marriage, creating an additional relationship to strengthen their bond.

main!

These people will all be in command of troops in the future, which means that Gao Yu has also given Gao Ze a guarantee of military power.

She wanted Gao Ze to enjoy the exceptional treatment afforded to the eldest son of the legitimate wife.

Gao Yu's series of actions included personally visiting Wen Zisheng to invite this universally recognized leader of the Three Talents of the North, renowned for his integrity and virtue, to become his teacher.

Now it's equivalent to giving them a portion of 'military power'.

Overwhelmed with emotion, Yang Changchu rushed into Gao Yu's arms and said sweetly, "Husband, you treat me and Aze so well."

“You are my wife, and Aze is my eldest son. Isn’t it only right that we should be together?”

Gao Yu gently patted her back and said, "I lead troops away from home most of the year, so I have to rely on you for everything at home."

Erzhu Yuechan was also one of the principal wives.

But her situation was awkward, and she also had a daughter, and her personality was not suitable to be a mistress.

As for Xiao Miaozhi?
She married into the family relatively late, so how could her emotional entanglement with Gao Yu be compared to that with Yang Changchu?
Yang Changchu's relationship with Gao Yu.

Just like Lou Zhaojun's relationship with Gao Huan.

They were all chosen by women from top-tier aristocratic families when they were of lowly status, and these women provided them with a lot of assistance.

Such an emotional bond is unmatched by any other woman.

"You go ahead and get busy. I need to go out and discuss something with Zunyan."

"Ah."

The primogeniture system is indeed the best way to ensure stability.

After all, the criteria for selecting a worthy successor are too broad.

What constitutes a virtuous person?
Where are the standards?
The ultimate result of choosing a worthy successor is nothing more than a chaotic indiscriminate struggle for the throne, with one's own offspring killing each other in the fight for power and profit, just like the Ottoman Empire.

Every change of the throne was accompanied by bloodshed.

The sooner Gao Ze's position is confirmed, the fewer potential problems there will be.

Gao Yu enjoys the harmonious atmosphere at home and doesn't want anything unpleasant to happen because of this.

This was actually a disguised 'warning' to the other women in the household, making them see reality as soon as possible.

Especially Cui Zhifan.

She herself is of a gentle and unassuming nature and has no ambition to fight for power.

but……

People are going to change.

Whether it's a proactive desire for change or interference from the external environment.

For now.

Of all the women in his household, only Cui Zhifan possessed this quality.

The Cui clan of Boling was a considerable political force under Gao Yu, and it was easy for them to collude with the powerful families of Hebei.

Besides.

He also needed to have someone keep an eye on Sima Ziru and the others.

The powerful families of Hebei are clearly not going to be too complacent.

If any signs appear, he must strike with lightning speed and overwhelming force.

Some things can be attributed to the wisdom of future generations.

However, some potential problems can be nipped in the bud.

Gao Yu couldn't just stand by and watch such a time bomb be planted.

"It's difficult."

Is it biased?
Isn't it fair?

There can never be absolute fairness in this world.

Who made Gao Ze the eldest son who crawled out of Yang Changchu's belly?
From the moment he was born, he naturally had the support of the Yang family and even the entire Shandong aristocratic families.

This is a fact that no one can change.

As long as Gao Ze doesn't do anything foolish.

Then the position of heir will be as secure as Mount Tai.

Besides...

Even if the timeline changes.

Gao Ze has the heart of a 'second-year high school student'.

His father wasn't 'Gao Yuan' either.

(End of this chapter)