Seeing that Zhu Biao was finally relieved, Han Du and Han Jingyun suddenly became happy.
Zhu Biao also looked at Han Du and sighed, "Every time I see you, I always feel that I am inferior to you. You said you are several years younger than Gu. Where does your wisdom come from? Are you here? Could it be that you are really a genius?"
"Where are the geniuses?" Han Du shook his head and sighed with a smile, "I am just well-informed."
"Well-informed?" Zhu Biao shook his head, "Gu Zi believes that he is no worse than you. He has read a lot of books, at least far more than you. I heard from An Qing that you never read?"
The well-informed persona he had just established was immediately exposed by Zhu Biao, and Han Du was immediately embarrassed. At the same time, I couldn't help but complain to Anqing. Why did he even tell Zhu Biao such a thing? It seems that she really needs to be dealt with. Well, I will deal with her as soon as I get back. I must make her call her husband and ask for mercy!
Zhu Biao just teased Han Du, and did not continue to laugh at him, "Besides, Gu has been in charge of the country for many years, and he sees hundreds of memorials submitted by the entire Ming Dynasty every day. No matter how you look at it, Gu should be more knowledgeable than you. Guangcai is right, how could I lose to you?"
Han Du was immediately asked by Zhu Biao. He couldn't say that he came from the information age. The sum of all kinds of information he saw every day was much more than the content of the memorials he read, right?
But facing Zhu Biao's scorching gaze, it might not be enough if he didn't explain it to him. Han Du thought for a while and had to find an excuse that was not a reason. "Although His Highness is well-read, his vision is not enough. What he sees is only the opinions of one family. Although I don't read as much as Your Highness, I have seen all kinds of things overseas." people and things, so sometimes it’s easier to think about things from another perspective.”
"It makes sense to read thousands of books rather than travel thousands of miles." Zhu Biao listened, sighed and nodded.
Later, Zhu Biao asked doubtfully: "Is overseas... really different from the Ming Dynasty?"
"Of course it's different, and it's very different." Han Du answered truthfully.
After hearing this, Zhu Biao couldn't imagine the scene overseas. Finally, he sighed helplessly: "I really want to go overseas to see something, but I'm afraid I don't have this opportunity..."
Han Du fell silent when he heard this. If Zhu Biao was interested, it would really be necessary for him to go overseas.
Why do emperors in the second half of all dynasties almost always appear to be weak emperors? These people have been raised in deep palaces since childhood and do not know the sufferings of the people. This is a big reason.
Look at the founding emperors, none of them were dim, right? This also has something to do with the fact that they traveled all over the country and learned a lot.
It would be great if Zhu Biao could go overseas to have some experience and learn something about overseas. At least when the officials deceived him, he would not be able to find anything to refute the officials, and he would even obey their words.
"Your Highness, do you really want to go overseas?"
"Of course." Zhu Biao nodded without hesitation, and then sighed: "Ke Gu is the prince and the heir apparent, so I'm afraid he won't have the chance to go. Even if Gu Gu wants to go to sea, I'm afraid all the officials will stop him in every possible way."
You are very clear about the virtues of officials... Han Du smiled and glanced at Zhu Biao. "If His Highness really wants to go to sea, there is no way out."
"Oh?" Zhu Biao glanced at Han Du unexpectedly, and then said with a sudden realization: "By the way, you are the most capable, so what should I do to have a chance to go to sea?"
Han Du smiled and said, "If His Highness agrees, I will report it to the Emperor, and the Emperor will probably agree to His Highness going to sea."
"Are you so sure?" Zhu Biao looked at Han Du and smiled.
Han Du nodded, "Of course."
Zhu Biao heard this, paused for a moment, pondered, and suddenly asked: "Is there something wrong with you these days?"
You actually discovered it yourself? Han Du looked at Zhu Biao in surprise.
After a moment of silence, Han Du decided to tell Zhu Biao what happened. Since he could detect it himself, maybe his hysteria was not as serious as he thought.
"His Royal Highness has been very depressed and depressed the past few days..."
After Zhu Biao heard this, he couldn't help but change his color and asked: "How did Gu become like this a few days ago? Why don't Gu have any impression?"
Han Du lowered his head and thought carefully, then shook his head and said, "Hysteria is too complicated, and no one knows what it is. But fortunately, Your Highness Ji Ren has his own destiny and recovered so quickly. Otherwise, I, sir, I don’t even know what to do.”
Zhu Biao nodded and did not mention the issue again. Instead, he asked Han Du: "What method can you use to get your father to agree to go to sea alone?"
Han Du stepped forward with a smile and spoke in detail in Zhu Biao's ear.
Zhu Biao nodded repeatedly when he heard this, smiled with crooked eyebrows, and praised: "You really have a way, so let's do it like this."
Han Jingyun saw the two of them whispering and laughing so horribly that goosebumps suddenly appeared on his arms. He couldn't help but folded his arms and looked at Han Du warily: "What are you going to do?"
Uh... Han Du and Zhu Biao looked at each other and were immediately annoyed.
I was really carried away just now, how could I forget that Han Jingyun was still there?
"What should I do?" Han Du and Zhu Biao both looked at each other, and at the same time understood what the other person meant, and quickly looked away.
"Ahem." Zhu Biao pretended to cough twice and said, "My beloved, you know Gu. Gu would never do such sneaky things. Just now, Gu was just joking with Han Du."
'What is sneaking around? If you don't do it, are you saying that I can only do this kind of thing? Han Du glanced at Zhu Biao dissatisfiedly, but was stopped by Zhu Biao's eyes.
Han Du sighed in his heart: Okay, let's just do the dirty work... Zhu Biao asked himself to take the blame, what else could he say?
Han Jingyun glanced at his eldest brother subconsciously, and when he saw Han Du looking up at the sky helplessly, he suddenly knew something. Looking meaningfully into Zhu Biao's eyes, he asked with a smile: "Is everything the prince said true?"
"Of course it's true." Zhu Biao looked at Han Jingyun calmly, as if to say: Look into my eyes, they are more sincere than real gold.
When Han Du heard this, he immediately reached out to cover his face, looking like he couldn't bear to witness it. Han Jingyun is not so easy to fool. If she was so stupid, she would not be able to achieve such high achievements in mathematics.
Han Jingyun just doesn't want to focus on these things, but it doesn't mean that she can be fooled.
Sure enough, Han Jingyun was not fooled after hearing Zhu Biao's explanation. Instead, he smiled and said to Zhu Biao: "Really? It seems that I want to find an opportunity to talk about such a funny thing with my father, so that he can also be happy. Your Highness, right?"
Zhu Biao was at a loss for words, his face was extremely embarrassed, and he said flatteringly: "Well, my father doesn't have to worry about this, right?"
Han Jingyun looked at Zhu Biao with a smile as bright as a flower, and stopped beating around the bush and said directly: "Your Highness wants to go to sea, and I can't stop you, and I don't want to stop you. But I only have one request, that is, when your Highness goes to sea, I will take you with me." .”
When Zhu Biao heard this, he was stunned and stammered: "Even if I go out to sea alone, my father may not agree. How can I take you there?"
Han Jingyun raised his chin towards Han Du and said to Zhu Biao: "Isn't there a big brother who will help His Highness find a reason? As for the concubine, when His Highness goes to sea, someone must take care of His Highness's daily life. There is no one more suitable than the concubine. .”
Zhu Biao was speechless by Han Jingyun, and quickly winked at Han Du, asking him to persuade Han Jingyun.
When Han Du saw it, he immediately coughed twice and said, "Sister, going to sea is not an easy task. The most precious thing on the sea is fresh water. Every ounce of fresh water must be saved and no waste can be allowed."
Han Jingyun looked at his eldest brother disapprovingly and said with a smile: "Don't worry, eldest brother, I will save water and try to drink less every day."
Han Du shook his head and said: "I'm not talking about drinking water, but people who go to sea will not take a bath as long as they are still floating on the sea and have not found land to drink fresh water. If you go to sea for a month, you will not wash for a month. I went to sea for two months, and I didn’t wash for two months. The last time I was at sea for half a year, I didn’t take a shower for half a year. The smell could be felt across the cabin, it was so sour..."
"Ugh..." Before Han Duhai could finish his words, Han Jingyun's stomach began to churn, and he couldn't help but take a step back, away from Han Du. He covered his mouth with his hand and looked at Han Du in shock.
How can a person go without taking a shower for half a year? How did brother do it?
Even Zhu Biao's heart was filled with ups and downs. He swallowed secretly and looked at Han Du with a bad expression.
Han Du smiled and said to Zhu Biao: "What I said is true. If Your Highness should pay attention now, it is still too late."
Zhu Biao felt a little uncomfortable, but he still nodded and said, "It is precisely because of this that I should go."
Then he looked at Han Jingyun and asked, "If my beloved concubine is willing to go, I am sure to go."
Han Jingyun lowered his head and thought for a moment, but it was still unbearable to go without a shower for several months. She felt uncomfortable even if she didn't wash it for two days. If she didn't wash it for a few months, wouldn't that person become moldy?
In the end, Han Jingyun shook his head and said, "Since the sea is so difficult, I will not go. But since Your Highness is determined to go to sea, please be cautious."
Zhu Biao smiled and nodded, "Don't worry, there will be no problem with Han Du accompanying me."
Han Du nodded slightly. Indeed, with him guarding Zhu Biao, no one could do anything to him at sea.
After the matter was discussed, Zhu Biao continued to pretend to be ill, and then Han Du reported to Lao Zhu and took the opportunity to propose that Zhu Biao go to sea.
Under normal circumstances, Lao Zhu would definitely not agree to Zhu Biao going to sea. But in extraordinary times, that may not be the case. What's more, now it's to treat Zhu Biao, and Lao Zhu has no reason not to agree.
...
Without further ado, Han Du went directly to Qianqing Palace.
"My lord, please pay homage to your Majesty."
When Lao Zhu saw Han Du, he frowned and asked, "If you don't go to the East Palace to see the prince's condition, what are you doing here?"
"I just came from the East Palace and have something to report to the emperor." Han Du quickly bowed and replied.
As soon as he heard that Han Du came from the East Palace and had something to report, Lao Zhu suddenly became nervous and quickly stood up and asked, "How is the prince?"
Han Du quickly replied: "His Royal Highness is in good condition and has mostly recovered."
"That's good, that's good..." Lao Zhu relaxed after hearing this.
Han Du's face was gloomy, he gritted his teeth and pursed his lips, as if he was hesitant to speak.
When Lao Zhu saw it, his heart suddenly started to feel heavy again, and he asked in a deep voice: "If you have anything to say, just say it. Will I still blame you?"
"Yes, I'll just tell you the truth." Han Du bowed his hands and said, "His Royal Highness's condition has indeed improved, but it doesn't seem to be completely cured."
"Not thorough? What do you mean?" Lao Zhu's voice suddenly rose an octave and became sharp and harsh.
Han Du looked into Lao Zhu's eyes seriously and said, "That is to say, there is still a root cause of the disease. If His Royal Highness is exposed to the same stimulation in the future, it may relapse again."
Lao Zhu looked at Han Du blankly. What he was most afraid of was that Zhu Biao's hysteria would take root and relapse in the future. His face darkened, and he asked quickly: "Didn't you say that Biao'er's disease can be cured and there will be no problems? Do you have any other methods? By the way, does the eye-opening method you mentioned work? How to use it? ?”
Han Du was surprised. What a great opportunity. He didn't expect that Lao Zhu would take the initiative to hand over the reason. Now Han Du didn't even have to find a reason.
"Your Majesty, I think we should give this method a try regardless of whether it works or not. I believe that the reason why His Royal Highness the Prince suffers from hysteria is related to his endurance. The Prince has been cared for by the Emperor since he was a child and has not experienced any big storms, so he is in front of him. When facing difficulties and obstacles, the will is not firm enough. This will lead to hysteria and take advantage of the situation."
"I think that if we can strengthen the will of His Highness the Crown Prince and let Him go through some storms, maybe His Highness will be completely fine."
Lao Zhu nodded in agreement, "Whatever you want to do, just do it, I will support you."
When Han Du heard this, there was no joy on his face. Instead, he said solemnly: "Your Majesty, since His Highness has experienced few storms, I would like to let His Highness experience some strong winds and waves. I would like to invite His Highness to go to sea and inspect the Ming Dynasty on behalf of the Emperor. Sea territory!”
"Inspecting the Ming Dynasty's sea territory..." After hearing Han Du's words, Lao Zhu was very surprised and sat down slowly.
Han Du not only proposed a solution, but even thought of the reasons for Lao Zhu in advance.
It is a matter of course that the prince patrols the world on behalf of the emperor. Just like the last time Zhu Biao secretly tricked Zhu Fan into coming to the capital, he went out of the capital in the name of patrolling the world. Neither Zhu Fan nor the officials had the slightest suspicion or objection.
Because this is what Zhu Biao should do as a prince.
However, the only difference this time is patrolling the sea. There is no problem in patrolling borders, but patrolling sea frontiers has never been done by anyone since ancient times.
Seeing Lao Zhu's hesitation, Han Du said directly: "Your Majesty, in the whole world, is it the king's land, and on the shore of the land, is it the king's ministers. The maritime territory is also the territory of the Ming Dynasty, and it is natural for His Royal Highness the Crown Prince to patrol."
Finally, Lao Zhu nodded, "I'm sure. You arrange the navy to prepare, and the prince will choose an auspicious day to set sail and patrol the sea for me."
"My lord, I obey the order."
When he saw Han Du, he was about to say goodbye and leave, but Lao Zhu suddenly spoke first: "Since you are here today, you can follow me to meet someone."
"Who are you meeting?" Han Du asked subconsciously. After all the words were spoken, he suddenly realized that something was wrong with his words, and quickly explained: "Your Majesty, I didn't mean that..."
Lao Zhu waved his hand, "It doesn't matter. As for who you want to meet, you will know after you come with me."
"Yes." Han Du quickly lowered his head.
When Lao Zhu stepped off the dragon chair, he followed him out of Qianqing Palace.
Lao Zhu took Han Du all the way to the prison. Jiang Wei had been waiting here for a long time. When he saw the emperor coming, he quickly stepped forward to greet him: "I pay homage to the emperor. Long live the emperor. Long live the emperor."
"Get up." Lao Zhu said calmly, "How is it? Has he confessed?"
When the emperor asked Jiang Wei, his face suddenly turned ugly. He lowered his head and replied solemnly: "I am incompetent, please forgive me."
Lao Zhu waved his hand and said casually, "Let's go, follow me in and take a look."
Han Du knew that Lao Zhu was speaking to him, so he quickly responded in a low voice: "Yes."
To be honest, Han Du had some psychological shadow over the prison and did not want to come here. Even if he only saw the word "big prison" and the stern face of Jiang Yu, Han Du had goosebumps all over his body.
But there was no way, Lao Zhu asked himself to follow, even if he didn't want to, he had to come.
He and Jiang Yu followed Lao Zhu, one on the left and one on the right, into the prison.
As soon as he entered the door, Han Du smelled a faint rancid smell. This smell is different from all the rancid smells in Han Du's memory. Although the smell is very light, such a faint smell makes Han Du a little unbearable.
Thinking of those people detained here a few days ago, Han Du's face became even paler.
But Lao Zhu and Jiang Wei seemed to have been accustomed to this smell, and they walked towards the depths of the prison without changing their expressions.
Arriving in front of a cell in the deepest part, there was a man wearing a white prison uniform with disheveled hair and an unclear face. His hands were separated and the whole person was hung on a wooden shelf.
Han Du and the other two people made a lot of noise along the way, but this person didn't react at all. I don't know whether he is dead or alive.
Lao Zhu's face was as dark as water, and he turned to look at Jiang Wei.
Jiang Wei's face suddenly became nervous, and he quickly shouted to this person: "Zhan Hui, in front of the emperor, why don't you actually recruit me?"
However, Zhan Hui still didn't react at all.
However, Han Du suddenly looked surprised when he heard that this person was Zhan Hui. Han Du was a little surprised by Zhan Hui's behavior at first, but because he was busy with Zhu Biao's illness, he didn't have the extra energy to think about it carefully.
Now it seems that Lao Zhu also has a sharp eye, and he can tell at a glance that there is something wrong with Zhan Hui. Otherwise, Zhan Hui, as the official minister, was also a tool promoted by Lao Zhu. There is nothing wrong with him, and Lao Zhu will never choose to touch him.
Because in this way, Lao Zhu's loss would be too great.
Seeing Zhan Hui's unresponsiveness, both Lao Zhu and Han Du doubted whether he was dead.
Jiang Wei quickly winked at the guard next to him and ordered: "Open the door and let him wake up."
The guard obeyed and opened the door, lifted the bucket next to him, and poured a bucket of water towards Zhan Hui.
The water suddenly splashed on Zhan Hui's face, washing away his scattered hair, revealing a familiar face.
Zhan Hui was stimulated by the cold water, slowly woke up and opened his eyes.
"Haha, I didn't expect that the emperor would come to see me, a prisoner of his rank. The emperor is not afraid of getting into trouble when he comes to this filthy place in person?"
Although Zhan Hui's speech was intermittently weak, he still couldn't help but mock Lao Zhu.
Lao Zhu was so angry that his face turned red, and he asked unwillingly: "Zhan Hui, I picked you up from a scholar, and in just over a year, you were promoted to an official several times. I will take you there." Not bad, why did you betray me?"
Zhan Hui smiled bitterly, a little afraid to face the emperor. The emperor was indeed good to him, but he gave him everything he should have. But when asked why he betrayed the emperor, Zhan Hui sighed in his heart. It can only be said that it was fate that played a trick on people...
Seeing that Zhan Hui didn't speak, Lao Zhu was so angry that he slowly closed his eyes. When he opened them again, he revealed unparalleled murderous intent. He asked in a deep voice: "Tell me, which family are you from?"
But Zhan Hui also said nothing.
Han Du stood aside and heard Lao Zhu's question. He immediately took a careful look at Zhan Hui. Could it be that he was also from those five families?
Lao Zhu asked sharply again, "Gong, Wen, Yang, Luo, Fang, which family are you from?"
Zhan Hui still didn't answer, and even simply closed his eyes, as if he wanted to kill or cut him into pieces.
Lao Zhu was angry and gritted his teeth and said: "Okay, very good, you are determined not to tell me, right? Then I will see how long you can persist."
"Jiang Yu."
"I'm here."
"I'll see if he wants to use torture or not."
"Yes." Jiang Wei bowed and agreed, signaling the guards on the left and right to come forward.
Han Du subconsciously interrupted: "Your Majesty, wait a minute."
Lao Zhu immediately turned around and looked at Han Du with cold eyes.
Isn't this a misunderstanding that he will plead for Zhan Hui? Han Du suddenly felt sad. How could he plead for Zhan Hui? He had no friendship with him, and Han Du was not a virgin who wanted to save anyone he saw. Secondly, Zhan Hui had been against him many times. If Han Du didn't add insult to injury, it would be worthy of him to save him. How could he save him?
But Lao Zhu didn't know what Han Du wanted to do when he interrupted at this time.
Han Du felt that Lao Zhu was putting more and more pressure on him, and quickly explained: "Your Majesty, in my opinion, he may not have anything to do with the Five Families at all, so naturally there is no way to answer the Emperor."
"Huh?" Lao Zhu suddenly became strange and asked quickly: "How do you know that he has nothing to do with the Five Family?"
Han Du smiled and explained: "Your Majesty, I have made friends with the five families. How should I put it? I still know their character. The five families are all businessmen, although they will also send people to hide in the Ming Dynasty. , read, read, and even gain fame. But the merchant atmosphere in their hearts cannot be changed."
"I dare not say that I can tell it at a glance, but as long as I have been in contact a few times and observed carefully, I can still see the clues. But I have known Zhan Hui for so long, and he has never given me that feeling. . Therefore, I would venture to guess that he is just an ordinary scholar and cannot be a member of the Five Great Families."
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