Sky Curtain: The Overlord Charges into Battle, Shocking Emperors of All Dynasties

"Stop sticking your butt out!"

Zhu Gaoxu secretly kicked Zhu Gaosui. If Zhu Gaosui hadn't failed at blowing up the gunpowder depot, their plan might have succeeded long ago.

What exactly happened? How does the old man know so much about it?

Could it be that there's a ghost in the house?

Zhu Gaosui wasn't angry; he was actually quite uneasy.

"Second brother, what do you think Grandpa will do to us? We've been kneeling for a whole day! Give me a straight answer!!"

He's really terrified right now. He just wants a quick death, not to be tortured!

"What are you afraid of! Third brother, not to criticize you, but the deed is done. The old man can do whatever he wants with you!"

"It's all about the winner taking all."

Zhu Gaoxu was still being stubborn, saying that at worst he would die, and there was nothing shameful about losing.

"Besides, isn't my older brother still inside?"

"I can guarantee that my brother is pleading for us inside!"

Zhu Gaoxu hugged Zhu Gaosui tightly, brimming with confidence. Knowing his elder brother as he did, he was certain his brother would save them.

Upon hearing Zhu Gaoxu mention his elder brother, Zhu Gaosui's expression gradually calmed down.

Yes, we still have our big brother! He'll save us!

The crowd in front of the canopy fell silent.

So, the reason you rebelled was actually because of your eldest brother?

"Biao'er, it seems your nephew is quite like you."

Zhu Yuanzhang was greatly pleased; he loved seeing his brothers in his family loving and harmonious.

He saw in Zhu Gaochi and his brother the trust they placed in their elder brother, just as he saw in his own sons the trust they placed in Zhu Biao.

"Just one thing: those two little brats shouldn't get too cocky!"

During the Zhenguan era,

Li Shimin was somewhat envious of Zhu Gaochi. Why did Zhu Gaochi have such a good elder brother? Even though Zhu Gaochi rebelled, Zhu Gaochi still pleaded for him, but his elder brother wouldn't plead for him!

He was now very curious about how Zhu Di would deal with the two brothers.

Since ancient times, there have been no fathers and sons in the imperial family.

Family ties seem so insignificant in the face of power.

Throughout history, there have been numerous examples of sons rebelling and even killing their own fathers.

For example, Emperor Wen of the Southern Song Dynasty, Liu Yilong, was actually killed by his own crown prince. And King Wuling of Zhao, during the Sand Dune Palace Coup, was starved to death by his own son.

Even the most brilliant and ambitious emperors often struggled to maintain a proper balance when dealing with matters concerning their sons.

Liu Che is a negative example.

Many emperors throughout history wondered whether Zhu Di could truly serve as a positive role model.

Inside the main hall,

Zhu Di leaned back in his chair, watching his eldest son kneel there, pleading for mercy for his two good-for-nothing younger brothers.

"Your two younger brothers are about to cut off your head, the crown prince, and you're still pleading for them?"

"If I hadn't been able to see clearly, your head would be hanging on the city wall by now!!"

"Father, the second and third sons acted impulsively, and besides, they haven't shown any signs of rebellion yet. Please forgive them this time."

Zhu Gaochi kept pleading with Zhu Di,

Zhu Di's eyes still gleamed with a cold light. He could see clearly that his two sons were brave but lacked strategy, but he couldn't see through his own crown prince.

"Being an emperor requires ruthlessness. I know you can't bring yourself to do it, but how about I help you?"

Having said that, Zhu Di turned around and drew his long sword. A flash of cold light startled Zhu Gaochi, who trembled and collapsed to the ground. Then Zhu Di turned and walked out of the house.

Outside the main hall, two carefree individuals were exchanging statements.

"Switching shifts is normal; I already reported it."

"Then I'll send someone to blow up the powder keg?"

"Isn't it normal for the Embroidered Uniform Guard to patrol important military areas?"

As the two were exchanging statements, Zhu Gaosui suddenly prostrated himself on the ground and kowtowed.

"Look how scared you are!"

Zhu Gaoxu looked at him with disdain. "Spineless, no guts!"

His gaze shifted, and he saw Zhu Di charging toward them with a sword in hand, exuding murderous intent. He immediately ducked and crouched down at lightning speed, his movements so fast that a faint afterimage could be seen.

Seeing this, many people in front of the canopy couldn't help but laugh.

Zhu Gaosui changed his mind quickly enough, but Zhu Gaoxu was just as quick to back down.

Zhu Di's light footsteps seemed to pound on their hearts. Could it be that the old man was really going to kill them this time?

With a clang, the two men jumped in fright, then peeked out and saw it was a sword sheath. They breathed a sigh of relief.

After throwing down his sword sheath, Zhu Di went straight to the garden, cut off a thorny branch, and returned to the palace, throwing it in front of Zhu Gaochi.

This scene felt very familiar to Zhu Biao.

After Empress Ma's death, Zhu Biao was unwilling to see Zhu Yuanzhang slaughter his meritorious officials and repeatedly advised against it.

Not long ago, Zhu Yuanzhang also used a thorny branch to teach his son a lesson, and it seems that his fourth brother has taken it to heart.

I wonder what my nephew will do?

"Pick it up!"

Zhu Gaochi lowered his head and remained silent. "How can I pick it up when there are thorns on it?"

Seeing that Zhu Gaochi did not make a move, Zhu Di continued to speak.

"Wouldn't it be better if I removed the thorns for you?"

"Xuanbei Garrison Command, I order the imperial prison to be opened!!"

"father!!"

Zhu Di turned around and saw that the branch that was originally on the ground was firmly held in Zhu Gaochi's hand. The sharp thorns pierced his palm, and drops of bright red blood stained his palm and dripped to the ground.

"Father, the second and third sons can't go to the imperial prison!"

Zhu Gaochi straightened his posture and spoke earnestly.

Zhu Di was very pleased. The blood dripping from Zhu Gaochi's hand proved one thing: he had not misjudged his son.

"Tell those two kneeling outside to go back inside and tell them!"

"The Crown Prince risked his life to protect them!"

The image of Zhu Gaochi holding a thorn, his hands covered in blood, is breathtaking and evokes a complex mix of emotions.

What a fine elder brother! What a great Emperor Renzong was!

Zhu Gaochi was still an honest and kind person!

With just this one move, they all understood.

Zhu Gaoxu and Zhu Gaosui's squabbles were minor; they were no match for the Crown Prince.

Capable, kind-hearted, and caring towards his people, isn't this the sage ruler they've been longing for?

Many ministers living in dynasties that disregarded the people's well-being and were cruel and inhumane had tears in their eyes.

What kind of life are we living? When will we ever have an emperor like this here?

We've really had enough of this kind of life!!

Yongle reign,

"Big brother!!!"

Zhu Gaoxu and Zhu Gaosui were deeply moved, and with a shout, they rushed towards Zhu Gaochi.

Zhu Gaochi looked at his two younger brothers clinging to him, a helpless expression on his face, his snot and tears soaking them.

"My two younger brothers, what are you doing?!"

"The younger brother was immature before, but I never expected the older brother to..."

"It's all my brother's fault. He'll never go against his older brother again."

Zhu Gaosui held onto Zhu Gaochi tightly, refusing to let go. His elder brother had saved his life before, and he never expected Zhu Gaochi to go to such lengths for them.

Being your brother in this life was worth it!!

Zhu Gaoxu got off Zhu Gaochi, his face full of emotion.

"Big brother, from now on, you can have as many gold beans as you want!!!"

He patted his chest, making a bold and confident promise.

At that moment, he believed he was far superior to Li Shimin.

Just ask Li Shimin, do you have such a good elder brother?