Regarding the Kong family, Zhu Ying did not find it difficult.

The current Confucian family is divided internally, and also because of the relationship between the north and the south, it is currently divided into two factions, the Southern Confucian faction and the Northern Confucian faction.

And this general was arranged by the Beikong faction.

"Okay, I've been working hard lately. Please stay with me from now on."

Zhu Ying said to Song Zhong.

This incident seems to be a test for Song Zhong, but it is actually what Zhu Ying needs.

It was precisely because of his trust in Song Zhong that he let Song Zhong carry out this task.

"Thank you, Your Highness."

There was excitement in Song Zhong's tone, and the underlying meaning of this sentence was that His Highness was starting to use him more seriously.

Commander Jiang once told him that if Song Zhong himself could be recognized by His Highness Changsun, then the future commander of the Jinyi Guards would definitely be Song Zhong.

There is no need to say more about the current situation of His Highness Changsun. As a high-ranking official of Jinyiwei, he naturally understands that the current "Hisness Changsun" is worthy of his name.

Without even looking, His Highness was talking to him in Kunning Palace right now.

"When you come back in a hurry, take a rest for a day or two to recuperate."

Zhu Ying said casually that it was considered a two-day holiday for Song Zhong. After all, in such a short period of time, Li Xing's identity, origin, and even his belongings were all found out.

Naturally, Song Zhong could only achieve this by running around day and night. Zhu Ying was very satisfied with Song Zhong's behavior.

"I don't have to work hard. Being able to serve His Highness, I won't feel hard at all." Song Zhong expressed his desire eagerly.

"Just take a good rest when I ask you to, and don't say such flattering words to me in the future." Zhu Ying said.

"I obey the order."

After hearing this, Song Zhong did not dare to say anything.

Zhu Ying nodded and asked Song Zhong to step back.

However, as soon as Song Zhong left, the eunuch Guo Zhong came to report: "Your Highness, the grandson of Emperor Gao Chi wishes to see you."

Zhu Ying was slightly stunned, why did Zhu Gaochi come to him so suddenly?

"Let him in."

"Follow orders."

Soon, Zhu Gaochi came over under the leadership of Guo Zhong.

Seeing this familiar figure of a fat man, Zhu Ying actually felt a sense of intimacy.

The relationship between Zhu Gaochi and Zhu Ying has been friends for a long time.

That was when I was in Peiping.

The reason why the two became friends was not only because of their interests, but also because they had many similar interests.

And Zhu Ying still admires Zhu Gaochi, he is a truly kind person.

It seems a bit strange to use the word kindness to describe Zhu Gaochi, but in Zhu Ying's heart, it is precisely this word that is suitable.

Zhu Gaochi, who grew up in the Ming Dynasty, especially in the imperial palace and the Peking Palace, actually had the same moral values ​​as later generations.

When Zhu Ying first came into contact with Zhu Gaochi, she felt a little incredible.

But that is indeed the case.

"Gao Chi pays homage to eldest brother."

After Zhu Gaochi came in, he bowed seriously to Zhu Ying.

The current Zhu Ying is not the Zhu Ying of the past. The difference in status between the two has completely reversed.

This made the current Zhu Gaochi look a little cautious after seeing Zhu Ying wearing a military uniform.

Especially in Kunning Palace.

This is Zhu Gaochi's first visit to Kunning Palace. Everyone knows how special this place is.

And now, Kunning Palace has its new owner.

"You guy, why are you so out of sight after not seeing me for so many days?"

Zhu Ying said with a smile. As he spoke, he stood up and came over, holding Zhu Gaochi's hands in bows.

A flash of excitement flashed in Zhu Gaochi's eyes.

This familiar feeling shows that the elder brother has not changed towards him.

"Brother, I..."

Zhu Gaochi wanted to say something, but felt that he didn't know how to speak.

"Don't be so arrogant. Come and sit down. We used to be friends, but now we are brothers. Isn't this better?" Zhu Ying said.

When Zhu Gaochi heard this, he nodded excitedly and replied: "Brother is right."

"Well, you are also a person who doesn't go to the Three Treasures Palace for nothing. Tell me, what's the matter with you this time? I'm too lazy to talk to you too much. You must know that Grandpa has been tightening his grip recently, and there are people there every day.

There are endless memorials to review."

"There are still many things to worry about. Don't beat around the bush with me. If you have anything to say, just tell me."

Zhu Ying said directly, her tone seemed a bit rude.

But it was this kind of unceremoniousness that gave Zhu Gaochi a very cordial feeling.

This means treating yourself completely as one of your own family members, so naturally you don’t need too many polite words.

"Well, I can't always hide it from my eldest brother. This time I came here just to invite my eldest brother to go out for fun. Today is Chinese Valentine's Day, and the capital is very lively."

Zhu Gaochi was a little embarrassed to say what he meant.

The eldest brother just said he was busy and invited him to go out for fun, so he didn't even mention it to his aunt, so he probably wasn't free.

"If you didn't tell me, I would have almost forgotten that today is Chinese Valentine's Day. Where are you planning to go for fun?"

There has really been a lot going on lately, and it seems like I am leisurely, but in fact I have a lot of things going on in my heart.

"I haven't thought of a place to go. I just want to see if my eldest brother is available." Zhu Gaochi said helplessly.

The aunt didn't say where exactly she was going, but he felt that it didn't matter where she went, as long as her elder brother was there.

Zhu Ying nodded and said, "Then go down. I still have some things to deal with in the morning. I will leave the palace to find you in the afternoon."

Hearing that his eldest brother said he was free, Zhu Gaochi's eyes lit up and he said quickly: "Brother, can I bring my aunt who went on a night trip to Qinhuai with us last time?"

"There's nothing wrong with this. Let's take it up when the time comes." Zhu Ying said.

Zhu Gaochi nodded happily.

When the eldest brother said this, the task assigned to him by his aunt could be considered completed.

"By the way, I asked you to go to the Gunpowder Department before, have you gone?" Zhu Ying asked.

Zhu Gaochi said bitterly: "Brother, I don't have the emperor's decree anymore. I can't just go to places like the Gunpowder Department."

The last time I went there, it was a reward from Grandpa Huang.

Although the eldest brother said it last time, Zhu Gaochi couldn't go to Grandpa Huang for special approval just because of one word.

Zhu Ying almost forgot about this incident.

It's just that the Gunpowder Department is now under his jurisdiction, so he doesn't think about it at all.

"I'll tell the Gunpowder Department and you can go whenever you want in the future."

Zhu Ying said.

Zhu Ying and Zhu Gaochi had talked a lot about firearms.

Naturally, Zhu Ying had other ideas when she was talking about firearms with Zhu Gaochi, but it doesn't matter now.

"Then I'll go take a look tomorrow."

Zhu Gaochi said with some joy.

The elder brother said that he must have made many breakthroughs in firearms.

This was not beyond Zhu Gaochi's expectation. During previous interactions with his eldest brother, he discovered that his eldest brother was very good at firearms and had many very novel ideas.

It seems that the firearm has undergone a great improvement in the hands of the elder brother.

"Okay, when you see it, you will know what I said, and you will definitely be surprised." Zhu Ying said with a smile.

He once discussed the idea of ​​the matchlock gun with Zhu Gaochi on many of its principles and structures.

Of course, I didn't say it clearly at that time, it was just a general idea, and I still had reservations in some places.

After all, at that time, Zhu Ying still held the idea of ​​​​Annan's founding of the country, so naturally he would not reveal all the artifacts of individual combat such as the matchlock gun.

"Brother, please come over early tomorrow morning." Zhu Gaochi couldn't wait to hear this.

If he hadn't agreed to his aunt's promise, he would have really wanted to go there and take a look right now.
To be continued...