When Zhu Gui heard Zhu Yunwen's words, his brows immediately wrinkled.
The first thing he felt was anger. He had thought that Zhu Yuanzhang would make him pay some price in order to stabilize Zhu Yunwen's throne. But now this situation is no longer as simple as the price, but to uproot him.
As for Fang Xiaoru, Zhu Gui knew him somewhat, so he didn't feel it was a big surprise. Moreover, it was precisely because of this person that the "Battle of Jingnan" finally broke out.
At the same time, what surprised Zhu Gui was that Zhu Yunwen could tell him such a thing. Did he still have a clear conscience?
Thinking of this, Zhu Gui sighed lightly, and then said to Zhu Yunwen: "Yunwen, I will pretend that I didn't hear what you said today. You must not let your grandpa know, do you understand?"
Zhu Yunwen had tangled emotions on his face. He didn't know if he regretted his impulse just now, but he could only nod at this time.
"Uncle Emperor, actually I also think that the policy of reducing vassal states is conducive to the revitalization of the Ming Dynasty. Now that the crisis in the Northern Yuan Dynasty is over, there is no need to maintain heavy troops at the border. What do you think?"
In fact, Zhu Yunwen really wanted to gain Zhu Gui's recognition, but the other party was also one of the vassal kings. Once the vassal was eliminated, a rift would arise between the two parties. Although Zhu Yunwen did not believe that Zhu Gui would choose to confront the court because of this, he still hoped that Zhu Gui could stand up.
On his side.
In this way, he would not have to use the methods Zhu Yuanzhang taught him, and at the same time, Zhu Gui would become the person he relied on most.
Zhu Gui had already felt an unprecedented crisis at this time, and did not feel Zhu Yunwen's true thoughts, and even if he knew, I am afraid he would not agree.
After all, once you agree, it will be equivalent to abolishing your martial arts skills. Then Zhu Gui should not think about making a difference in the future.
However, in the face of Zhu Yunwen's remarks, if he objects, if it finally reaches Zhu Yuanzhang's ears, I am afraid whether he can leave Nanjing this time will be a problem.
So Zhu Gui had no choice but to nod and say: "Your idea is indeed correct, but the problem of Beiyuan has not been completely solved. Although the empress of Beiyuan has surrendered to the Ming Dynasty, the tribal forces within Beiyuan are now showing signs of splitting. I'm afraid
It won't be long before the Mongols come back."
"What? Such a thing could happen?" When Zhu Yunwen heard this, he stood up immediately with a shocked look on his face. It seemed that he knew nothing about this matter.
But it's not his fault. He has not yet become the prince, and many major affairs in the government have not yet been handled. Moreover, it is a special period now. Zhu Yuanzhang is also likely to suppress this information and wait until the prince's funeral is over before dealing with it.
"I don't want to interfere with your decision, but the way of an emperor has always been to weigh the pros and cons. If you can solve the internal conflicts in Beiyuan after inheriting the throne, the emperor is willing to cooperate in reducing the vassal. In short, everything is for the Ming Dynasty."
Zhu Gui said with a sincere look.
Anyway, it's just talk, Quan should be a delaying tactic, and Zhu Yunwen has not yet become the prince, and no third party knows about the conversation between the two. When the 'Jingnan Campaign' breaks out, he can completely ignore the court.
of government decrees.
"It's great that the emperor understands me. In the future, the emperor can work with me to govern the Ming Dynasty. I believe that with the emperor's methods, the Ming Dynasty will become the most powerful dynasty in history."
Zhu Yunwen came over excitedly and took Zhu Gui's arm and said.
Zhu Gui could only nod in agreement, with an unnatural look flashing across his face, as if he still had some uneasy conscience about deceiving Zhu Yunwen.
But he quickly warned himself that conscience and rights are like fish and bear's paws, you cannot have both.
Soon, Zhu Yunwen left with a happy face. He had got the answer he wanted.
Just as Zhu Gui judged him, Zhu Yunwen, like his father Zhu Biao, was too kind, which was actually the biggest flaw of the ruler.
It is precisely because of this that in history, he lost to the Yan King Zhu Di with an absolute advantage.
After Zhu Yunwen left, Xu Miaoqing walked to Zhu Gui.
"My lord, are you okay?"
Zhu Gui shook his head and said: "There is no need to worry yet, but as soon as the prince's funeral is over, we must leave Nanjing as soon as possible."
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In the afternoon of the same day, another heavyweight guest came to the Daiwang Mansion, King Yan Zhu Di.
However, compared with Zhu Yunwen, he had no airs. After getting off the carriage, he entered the palace alone.
When Zhu Gui received the news, Zhu Di had already arrived in the main hall.
"Thirteenth Imperial Brother, long time no see."
Zhu Di came over and patted Zhu Gui on the shoulder and said.
"Sister, I have met King Yan." Xu Miaoqing wanted to call her "brother-in-law" out of habit, but she quickly realized what she was doing, and then quickly withdrew after the ceremony, leaving room for the two of them to talk.
"Fourth brother, why are you here?" Zhu Gui asked curiously.
"Of course I came to see you. Yesterday you 'donated' another five hundred thousand taels, right? I heard that last month you had already 'donated' several million taels?" Zhu Di said with a smile.
"Hey, don't mention it. I finally saved some money, and I was thinking of making a few more firearms. I didn't expect that I was tricked by the emperor."
Zhu Guike was not as tactful as Zhu Di and started to complain directly.
When Zhu Di heard the word 'firearm', his eyes lit up obviously, but he hid it well.
"Let's not mention this matter for now. I have also heard a more important news. Emperor brother, have you heard of Fang Xiaoru?" Zhu Di asked in a probing tone.
In fact, Fang Xiaoru only became a bachelor in the past six months, and without any political achievements, he was directly arranged by Zhu Yuanzhang to be Zhu Yunwen's teacher.
Most people may not be familiar with this person at all.
If Zhu Gui hadn't understood the history of the Ming Dynasty, he probably wouldn't have paid any attention to a great scholar.
Zhu Gui nodded and said: "I have indeed heard of this name. He seems to be the teacher of the emperor's eldest grandson, right? What is the purpose of my fourth brother asking this?"
Although Zhu Gui already understood Zhu Di's meaning in his heart, he asked calmly on the surface.
Zhu Di didn't expect that Zhu Gui would know Fang Xiaoru's name. He originally wanted to explain it, but it seems there is no need for it now.
So he said directly: "This person was assigned to Yunwen by his father. He is likely to become a powerful minister in the court in the future, and Yunwen has great trust in him."
Zhu Gui nodded and said noncommittally: "Since it is the arrangement by the father, it must be his intention. Aren't all ministers like this in all dynasties? What does the fourth brother care about?"