When the two little guys saw Yuan Zonggao, they both looked happy.
Yuan Zonggao usually treats them very well and acts as both a teacher and a friend. This time, he was like a rescue force sent from heaven.
Zhu Youqian's face showed some understanding: "You are not allowed to enter or leave the palace at will in the future. My father will send people to watch the doors. If you go out without telling me, even without a guard, my father will punish you. You will be grounded, shut up and think about your mistakes for ten months." come out!"
These words were very intimidating to Zhu Si, and his face suddenly fell.
But Zhu Sannian was old and had many evil ideas. He rolled his eyes and thought about where to go out of the palace without being caught.
"You guys, please step back."
Zhu Youqian had something to discuss with Yuan Zonggao and waved the two little guys away.
Zhu Sandao: "Father, we don't have to go out to play, but we don't even have any playmates around us. I only have my younger brother with me... We want a few classmates..."
"Classmate? What is that?"
Zhu Youqi looked puzzled.
Yuan Zonggao's old face was wrinkled.
Zhu San remembered Zhu Hao's advice and continued: "We heard that children outside usually study in private schools with other people's children. When they grow up, they become classmates and help each other. Why don't my brother and I?"
If you rashly ask for a book boy, or invite someone of the same age to accompany you as a reading companion, Prince Xing will definitely doubt their motives.
It is better to directly compare yourself with outsiders and propose the concept of "classmates" to inspire Zhu Youqi.
Zhu Youqian smiled brightly: "How can you be compared with ordinary people in the city?"
But Yuan Zonggao's eyes lit up and he said: "Prince Xing, in fact, the proposal of the two little princes is not something that cannot be considered. They are at the age of studying and making friends. If there are no playmates around, I am afraid they will think of sneaking out of the palace. "
Zhu Youqian looked at Yuan Zonggao doubtfully.
"Two little princes, I will discuss with your father about finding classmates for you. You should go back early to prepare for evening classes."
Yuan Zonggao spoke on Zhu Youqian's behalf.
Zhu San and Zhu Si saluted respectfully, and Zhu San said: "Father, Mr. Yuan, we are going down."
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The two little guys left the study.
Zhu Youqian immediately asked in confusion: "Yuan Changshi, didn't you say before that no one must know Houcong's identity to avoid unexpected events? You also asked people to raise the mistress as a boy and wear men's clothes every day. It's best to even be in the palace." Don’t people know their true identities?”
Yuan Zonggao walked to the desk, shook his head and sighed: "Your Majesty, I have just received news that a minister from the capital has reported that from among the princes of each vassal, those with both ability and political integrity should be selected to study in the palace."
Zhu Youqi asked in surprise: "Sir, are you saying that Houcong has a chance to enter the palace?"
Zhu Youqi, who hoped that his son would become a successful emperor, certainly hoped that his son would become the crown prince of the Ming Dynasty and have the opportunity to inherit the legacy left by his father, Emperor Chenghua.
Yuan Zonggao smiled bitterly and said: "The minister's intention is to find one from among His Majesty's descendants, first adopt him as a adopted son, and then establish him as a crown prince, following the example of Renzong in the Song Dynasty, and the crown prince... is the same generation of His Majesty today, so I am afraid he will not have this opportunity."
When Zhu Youqian heard this, his face was full of frustration.
"Thinking about it, the reason why the minister made this memorial is probably because the world knows very little about the prince, and the current queen mother is afraid of the prince's identity."
Yuan Zonggao continued, "I heard that the Jin Yiwei sent a large number of people to sneak into Anlu to try to investigate the inside story of the palace. If we continue to implement the confinement strategy at this time, I am afraid that not only will the prince's future be worrying, but he may also be like the eldest prince... and encounter an accident. "
Yuan Zonggao also mentioned Zhu Youqi's "sadness".
Zhu Youzhen had two sons in total. The first son died unexpectedly shortly after he was born. At that time, he only knew that he was murdered, but could not find any clues. This led him to love his second son, Zhu Houcong, in every possible way, and did everything to conceal and protect him. Precautions.
"Then according to Yuan Changshi's intention...?"
Zhu Youqian looked at Yuan Zonggao with a trusting look.
Yuan Zonggao said: "Since the two little princes want to have classmates, it is better to select those with good moral character from Anlu to enter the palace, study with the two little princes, and usually treat the little princess as the respected one."
Zhu Youqian frowned: "Is Yuan Changshi prepared to prevent someone from the imperial court from sneaking into the palace?"
"Um."
Yuan Zonggao nodded, "If Jinyiwei knows about this, he will definitely find ways to place his children in the palace. In this way, we can use paralysis. Even if someone is harmful to the prince, the rightful owner will not be found. Moreover, if the prince wants to make a difference in the future, You will definitely need someone to help you, and if you can grow up together from childhood, the friendship will be deep-rooted."
When Zhu Youqian heard this, he could not only paralyze the enemy, but also let the civil servants and generals in the court know that there was a young prince in Prince Xing's palace who had both political integrity and talent. This would prevent anyone from proposing to select descendants from the families of vassal princes from all over the country to study in the palace. Especially in the future, he would be able to help his son. ...There are so many benefits, there is no reason to disagree.
"Then according to Yuan Changshi's wishes, we will recruit students from Anlu to join the palace. As for how to select them, it is up to you, Yuan Changshi, to decide."
Zhu Youyi had no idea about this. Since the plan was proposed by Yuan Zonggao, of course it must be implemented by him.
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the next day.
Zhu Hao went to the flower and bird market to wait. During his lunch break, he saw Zhu San running all the way from the east gate of the palace.
"You are indeed here, cheapskate."
When Zhu San saw Zhu Hao, his face suddenly turned serious, "Are you saying that since you can't see me, you have to report it to your husband? Are you saying that I took my younger brother out to play and almost drowned him when I fell into a pool?"
Zhu Hao smiled and took the initiative to change the subject: "Where is your brother?"
"He... was fine when he came back. He suddenly had a fever at night. The doctor went to see him at midnight and said that he was infected with wind and cold and needed to rest. Fortunately, he saw him when he came back yesterday afternoon... Dad, my brother was fine and active at the time. There was no problem at home. You are suspicious of me."
Zhu San felt scared for a while after saying this.
Zhu Hao said: "Then I ask you to tell your family about selecting a study companion. Do you have any clues?"
"Stingy guy, we told you, today I heard from Yuan... Our husband has arranged to select talented children from the local area to study in the prince's palace... But looking at you, you haven't even studied for a few days, so I'm afraid you won't pass the exam. ?”
Zhu San looked Zhu Hao up and down, then flattened his mouth with a mocking look on his face.
Zhu Hao smiled brightly: "Just say it, I just want to give myself a chance to study and improve... Think about how high my husband's level is. He has a high opinion of me. If I can't even pass the palace Selection, let alone others... Besides, aren't there you guys?"
Zhu San scolded: "Bah, I won't help you, and even if I want to, I can't help you. It's not us who choose the person."
Having said this, the two children came to a corner of the Flower and Bird Market and found a big rock with a big tree on top to sit down.
Zhu San was a little unhappy, picking stones at his feet from time to time, feeling guilty about his brother's illness.
Zhu Hao said: "Is the rabbit I sold you two days ago still okay now?"
"Um."
Zhu San responded casually, not in the mood to answer.
"Rabbits must not only be well-fed, but also treated with the same care as humans..." Zhu Hao made nonsense in a serious tone.
Zhu San looked sideways at Zhu Hao: "Is your mother's illness getting better?"
Zhu Hao was a little confused for a moment. Maybe Xiaonizi is relatively simple, but she actually believes this?
"If you don't ask this question, I haven't remembered the dozen or so pennies before..." Zhu Hao immediately showed a philistine expression.
Zhu San's little mouth tightened: "Stingy, I knew you would talk about this...Here, take it, here is twenty coins!" After saying that, she took out a new purse from her arms and put the contents inside
All the copper coins were poured out and stuffed into Zhu Hao's hand. He looked a little sad: "The purse my mother embroidered for me is gone."
Not caring about the money in the wallet, only caring about the wallet itself, shows that this person is not short of money.
"Every loss must be a gain. Just tell your mother that you lost your wallet and ask your mother to make a new one for you." Zhu Hao consoled her.
Zhu San glared at Zhu Hao: "It's all your fault for taking us to catch rabbits, otherwise... But thank you anyway. The situation was really dangerous at that time. I know you also have good intentions. If you have the opportunity to enter the palace in the future,
…Let’s have more fun!”
"Um."
Zhu Hao smiled and nodded.
From this point alone, it can be seen that King Xing's children were well educated. Even if the little girl in front of him likes to be a little temperamental, her ability to distinguish right from wrong should be related to Zhu Youqi and his wife's careful teaching.
"Let's go, you will still sell rabbits here in the future, but I may not be able to see that if you were caught by father...daddy yesterday, the chances of you coming out will be much less in the future."
Zhu San stood up to leave, but there was still a bit of reluctance in her words. Although she had not known Zhu Hao for a long time, Zhu Hao was her rare playmate since she was sensible.
More importantly, the two of them caught rabbits together, fell into a pool together, and experienced life and death together. This bond is far beyond the bond between ordinary children.
Seeing Zhu San's nostalgic look, Zhu Hao felt a little guilty, feeling that he had taken advantage of the child's innocent emotions.
But when he saw Zhu San's retreating figure, Zhu Hao immediately became hard-hearted again.
"If I don't punish myself for myself, and if I don't take advantage of you, won't I have to be manipulated by my family forever, and be controlled by others for ten years or even my whole life? Besides, I try my best to come to you not to harm others, but to help! If you achieve anything in the future,
You should be thanking me!"
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The Zhu family manor outside the city.
Lin Baihu came to visit in a hurry and brought urgent news to Zhu Jia, that is, King Xing wanted to select boys of school age in Anlu to study in the prince's palace.
"...Prince Xing's move is clearly to cultivate confidants for the crown prince, and his intentions are ulterior!"
Zhu Jiashi has never been afraid of inferring the worst malice on others, and she is a scheming woman herself.
Lin Baihu said: "For us, it is really a God-given opportunity. If someone takes the opportunity to sneak into the palace and find out the truth..."
Zhu Jia didn't waste any time, nodded and said: "I will ask my disciples to make preparations now, and then I will trouble Lin Baihu to make arrangements. If everything comes to pass, the Zhu family will be very grateful."