It was only after Zhu Di became king that he learned that his uncle Zhu Tianpeng was actually an undercover agent sent by his father to the Qi State. He was loyal to the Ming Dynasty and had always wanted the Qi State to return to the Ming Dynasty.
After learning this, Zhu Di was extremely excited. He thought that his uncle Zhu Tianpeng had broken up with his father, but he did not expect that his uncle Zhu Tianpeng had always been his father's secret son.
After Zhu Di became king, the internal conflicts in Xinming became more intense and were about to reach the point where they could no longer be suppressed. At this time, if Zhu Tianpeng could lead Qi to join the Ming Dynasty, he would not only be able to easily crush these rebellions, but also be able to suppress them.
It can greatly inspire people and tell people all over the world that a stronger Ming Dynasty is back.
But soon Fan Zeng poured a basin of cold water on Zhu Di.
Yes, Zhu Tianpeng is already the King of Qi. Even if he is really loyal to the Ming Dynasty, will he come back to assist his junior?
Zhu Tianpeng has a deep brotherly relationship with his father. If he is willing to give up the throne for his father, does that mean he is also willing to give up for himself?
Although Zhu Di knew that it was unlikely that he could convince Zhu Tianpeng on his own, he still had great hope. After all, once Zhu Tianpeng returned, all the crises facing Xinming would be resolved.
But in the end, Zhu Di was disappointed, but he still had some hope.
Although Zhu Tianpeng did not agree, he still refused, which proved that he still loved the Ming Dynasty.
"Yafu is right. My uncle still has his heart set on the Ming Dynasty. If I can impress him, I may be able to bring down the whole country."
Zhu Di thought to himself, then looked at Fan Zeng and asked: "Father, how is the plan to suppress the rebellion?"
"Already arranged."
Fan Zeng smiled calmly and said: "Xue Ju is preparing to unite with Xu Shiji and raise his troops to return to Pengcheng, taking the king with him to command the troops, but I don't know that Xu Shiji also supports you, Di'er.
In addition, Li Guo and Li Yan originally had some intentions to participate under Xue Ju's lobbying, but now they have been persuaded by fatherhood. They will try to remain neutral until you and Xue Ju decide the winner.
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Hearing Fan Zeng say "Di'er" and his words were full of concern, Zhu Di felt that it was the right move to worship Fan Zeng as his second father.
If he had not become his father-in-law, Fan Zeng would have fulfilled his responsibilities to assist him, but he would never be able to reach the level where he is like a parent and a son, and he would devote himself to arranging everything in detail, no matter how small it is.
"You can rest assured that Yafu is doing things, but Xue Ju is so brave that he captured his army. It may not be easy to kill him."
As he spoke, Zhu Di showed a look of regret and sighed: "If General Luo Shixin is still here, how can he dare to be so presumptuous even if he borrows Xue Ju's three courages?"
Although Zhu Ming has many famous generals, there are not many top-level generals. After Luo Shixin died in battle, Xue Ju was already the number one general. It is precisely because of this that Xue Ju's ambitions expanded so quickly.
Hearing what Zhu Di said, Fan Zeng showed a mysterious smile and said: "Di'er, have you forgotten that in addition to the late Luo Shixin, our army also has a general whose strength is even greater than Xue Ju's."
"oh?"
Zhu Di suddenly became energetic and asked quickly: "Who is this person? How come I don't know?"
"Guan Yu Guan Yunchang."
"It's him."
Zhu Di suddenly looked astonished and finally remembered Guan Yu, the surrendered general.
Guan Yu was indeed extremely powerful, and even once fought against Xue Ju and Xue Rengao and his son alone, but he was unwilling to surrender. He always wanted to repay his love with meritorious service, so he left the Ming Dynasty to find his sworn brother Liu Bei.
Even Zhu Yuanzhang failed to completely convince Guan Yu, and Zhu Di was really not sure that this fierce general would return.
"Father, will Guan Yu really help the child?" Zhu Di asked with some suspicion.
"Di'er, Guan Yu is a man who values righteousness and promises very much. My old lord spared his life and that of Liu Bei's wife. Guan Yu promised to repay my old lord, so he will never leave before he repays.
Now that the old master has passed away, the person Guan Yu wants to repay has become you, Di'er."
A sharp look flashed in Fan Zeng's eyes, and he said calmly: "So Di'er, it doesn't always matter whether Guan Yu is sincere or not, even if he still wants to leave in the future, as long as he can help you get rid of Xue Ju."
Zhu Di was thoughtful when he saw this. He saw that Ya's father had murderous intentions towards Guan Yu. Was he trying to squeeze out the last of his use value before killing Guan Yu?
But think about it, both my father and Yafu are talented people, but they spent so much energy on Guan Yu, but he didn't appreciate it at all and still wanted to find Liu Bei. This is a bit ignorant.
A strong general like Guan Yu must never be let go. If he is not used by me, he will be killed by me. Zhu Di thought to himself.
Just when Zhu Di and Fan Zeng and his son were secretly plotting against Xue Ju, Xue Ju, who was about to raise his troops, did not notice it at all.
"Fan Zeng really turned to Zhu Di."
Xue Ju's eyes were full of fear, and he said with a look of resentment: "This old man doesn't think about it carefully. With Zhu Di's teenage boy, can he carry the banner of the Ming Dynasty? Can he avenge Zhu Yuanzhang?
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In today's Ming Dynasty, only I, Xue Ju, can shoulder the responsibility of reviving the Ming Dynasty and truly avenge Zhu Yuanzhang."
Xue raised his mouth and spoke vigorously, but in his words, there was no respect for his old master Zhu Yuanzhang. He was obviously just looking for a nicer excuse for his rebellion.
"Father, Xu Shiji has agreed to send troops with us. After our two armies joined forces, they entered Pengcheng and killed Fan Zeng and Zhu Di. You will be the new Ming King..."
Before Xue Rengao could finish his words, Xue Ju slapped him, making Xue Rengao stunned.
"Can you speak? You said that I was acting like a rebel. I was going to kill the ambitious old thief Fan Zeng, and then assist the young master."
Hearing what his father said, Xue Rengao immediately reacted and said quickly: "Yes, yes, father is right, we are going to Qingjun's side."
"Report...report to the general, there is someone outside the account, saying yes, saying yes..."
Seeing that the guard was hesitant, Xue Ju immediately frowned and said, "What exactly did you say?"
"I said I came to save your life, General."
"What? My kid, go kill this thief right now."
Xue Rengao was furious and was about to walk out, but was stopped by Xue Ju.
"Let people come in. I want to see if everyone is trying to be mysterious." Xue Ju sneered.
Soon, a woman in black walked into Xue Ju's tent and saluted, "Shangguan Haitang, I have met General Xue Ju."
When Xue Ju saw that the person coming was a woman, a trace of contempt flashed in his eyes, and he said coldly: "You are the one who said you want to save my life? I don't know how to save it?"
Shangguan Haitang smiled indifferently and said calmly: "General, please allow me to introduce myself again. The former secret agent No. 1 Wei Xuanzi, now the Taiping Guard, Shangguan Haitang has met General Xue Ju."