Gao Shuyan actually heard all the conversation between Zhu Jinghong and Zhu Jinghong just now, because he didn't leave at all.
"Your Highness, I think that Thirteenth Master's proposal is feasible. You should show your authority..."
"But……"
Before Zhu Jingyuan could speak, Gao Shuyan continued: "Your Highness, your every move in Jinling is watched by everyone inside and outside the court!"
"His Majesty's decree is that the effectiveness of the suppression of thieves must be seen no later than mid-June at the latest. If you allow the civil and military forces of Jinling to push back, I'm afraid His Highness will live up to His Majesty's high hopes!"
Hearing these words, Zhu Jingyuan clenched his fists. He was naturally aware of the current situation.
"So Mr. Gao means to summon these people here tomorrow to urge them?"
Taking a step closer to the desk, Gao Shuyan said in a deep voice: "It's not just about urging, it's also about intimidating it and trying to harm it..."
"this……"
Seeing that Zhu Jingyuan was still hesitant, Gao Shuyan felt a little resentful that iron could not become steel. He was very excited: "Your Highness, this time in Jinling, success or failure lies between success and failure. You have no way out..."
These words hit Zhu Jingyuan's heart like a heavy hammer, and suddenly the sneer of King Rui Zhu Jingyuan appeared in front of his eyes.
"Yes... there is no retreat for me!"
Gao Shu's words are persuasive: "So Your Highness must be determined, use the power of thunder to overcome all difficulties, and catch all the thieves in one fell swoop!"
Zhu Jingyuan didn't answer. Although Gao Shuyan was right, he always felt that he couldn't do it, and even if he did, he couldn't do it well.
As Zhu Jingyuan's teacher, Gao Shuyan knew the prince's thoughts very well, and he already had a workaround.
"Your Highness has a kind heart. If you really can't save face... why don't you ask Master Thirteen for help!"
"The Thirteenth Master has a noble status, and his heart to protect his brother is beyond words. I think it is perfect for him to come forward to scare the officials!"
If he wasn't an absolutely confidant and if he didn't have Zhu Jingyuan's temperament, Gao Shuyan would never have said this.
It sounds good to say that he is kind-hearted, but in fact it highlights Zhu Jingyuan's indecisive, cowardly nature.
"This...is not taking advantage of the thirteenth brother, is it inappropriate..." Zhu Jingyuan shook his head repeatedly.
His indecisive character will never change in this life.
Gao Shuyan immediately retorted: "Prince, brothers take care of each other, how can this be called taking advantage of?"
"The Thirteenth Master's heart has been heard outside. This is not forced by His Highness. Why don't Your Highness help each other?"
At this moment, Zhu Jingyuan only felt irritated. After thinking for a while, he replied: "Let me think about this matter for two days!"
Walking to Zhu Jingyuan, Gao Shuyan grabbed Zhu Jingyuan's sleeve and persuaded him earnestly: "Your Highness... we can't delay it any longer!"
No wonder the emperor didn't like such a prince, and no wonder he couldn't restrain the ambitious Prince Rui.
Feeling about to cry but helpless, Gao Shuyan looked at the prince with a pleading look on his face. The latter sighed and could only nod.
"Gao Qing, over there with the thirteenth brother..."
"Don't worry, Your Highness. Thirteenth Master's side will go and tell you that Your Highness will pass the order now!"
The iron must be struck while the iron is hot. Gao Shuyan was afraid that Zhu Jingyuan would regret it, so he asked him to order the matter to be discussed tomorrow.
"good!"
…………
On the other side of the dormitory, Zhu Jinghong was having lunch, and there were two eunuchs serving him.
"Thirteenth Master, eat this..."
"Master Thirteen, do you want this?"
At the dinner table, wherever Zhu Jinghong looked, the eunuchs on his left and right would put vegetables into his bowl.
There are only six dishes on the table, which look simple on the surface, but each dish is as luxurious as possible.
For example, one of the soups was said to have thirty-five steps, and six people had to work for four or five hours to make it.
Luxury is luxurious enough, but it's a pity that Zhu Jinghong is born with an ordinary taste, so he really can't taste much difference.
"Reporting to the Thirteenth Master, Zuo Chunfang University scholar Gao Shuyan requests an audience!"
"Invite him in!" Zhu Jinghong stopped when he heard the warning from outside.
Immediately afterwards, Zhu Jinghong ordered the chamberlain on the left: "Yu Hai, go get a pair of bowls and chopsticks. Maybe this senior bachelor is here to eat!"
Although he thought this was impossible, Yu Hai still said: "Yes!"
The chamberlain on the right asked to say goodbye: "Master Thirteen, can you please make a pot of tea?"
Making tea and entertaining guests is the basic etiquette of the current era. Zhu Jinghong nodded slightly.
"Deng An, use the South Vietnam Kingdom to pay tribute to that...that top-quality Lotus Tea!"
After being stunned for a moment, Deng An nodded repeatedly, turned around and smiled evilly.
Among the teas brought by Zhu Jinghong, those from South Vietnam were relatively inferior and had the largest inventory.
After a few breaths, Gao Shuyan walked into the dormitory.
"Greetings to the Thirteenth Master!" Gao Shuyan bowed and saluted.
Zhu Jinghong has not yet been crowned king, so Gao Shuyan does not need to kneel down.
"Have you eaten, Mr. Gao? Can we sit down and eat something together? You are too thin. You need to eat more!"
Zhu Jinghong was very enthusiastic, which made Gao Shuyan a little surprised.
Wasn’t Master Thirteen like this before?
Amid the hospitality, Gao Shuyan sat at the guest seat, with dishes and chopsticks already placed in front of him.
"Yu Hai, pick up two meatballs for Mr. Gao!"
"yes!"
"Thank you, Thirteenth Master..." Gao Shuyan quickly thanked him while thinking about how to speak.
Knowing that he did not go to the Three Treasures Hall for nothing, Zhu Jinghong did not intend to waste time, so he took the initiative to ask: "Mr. Gao, what do you want from me?"
He was about to eat a meatball when he picked it up. Gao Shuyan had no choice but to put it down and replied: "Thirteenth Master, the prince has given an order to meet with the Jinling magistrate tomorrow to ask about money, food and military equipment..."
"That's right, those people are like donkeys, they have to be whipped to move!"
Hearing this metaphor, the corners of Gao Shuyan's mouth couldn't help but twitch.
If a scholar-bureaucrat knew that he was compared to a donkey by Zhu Jinghong, he would be drowned by spittle.
"The Thirteenth Master also knows that the prince has a kind heart and cannot bear to blame the officials. I'm afraid that what happens tomorrow... will be in vain again!"
Zhu Jinghong smiled, pretending to be helpless and said: "These people are really hateful, but unfortunately... I can't help them much!"
"Your Highness, are you willing to help?" Gao Shuyan asked quickly.
Zhu Jinghong said seriously: "Of course, the fourth brother has always treated me very well, how could I not want to help him!"
Gao Shuyan nodded repeatedly and praised: "The Thirteenth Master is sensible and knows the meaning of filial piety and brotherhood..."
"I misjudged the Thirteenth Master in the past. It is really my fault!"
You are really upright. If I don't want to help the prince, I will be charged with ignorance of the truth and failure to observe the righteousness of filial piety and brotherhood... Zhu Jinghong was dissatisfied.
"No, no, it's a pity... I don't have much ability, I can't help Fourth Brother!"
Although he said this, Zhu Jinghong was certain that Gao Shuyan must have something to do with him.
"Master Thirteen, you can really help the prince tomorrow!"
"Oh? What can I do?"
After thinking for a while, Gao Shuyan said: "The Thirteenth Master can participate in tomorrow's discussion, explain the deadline to the officials, warn them to complete it on time, and exert authority on everyone on behalf of the prince!"
To put it simply, let Zhu Jinghong be the bad guy. This is actually not easy to say.
This was exactly what Zhu Jinghong wanted to say. He was just about to participate in various affairs openly and openly. When he fell asleep, Gao Shuyan gave him a pillow.
Of course, Zhu Jinghong would not show too much urgency. He hesitated and said: "This...I'm afraid the fourth brother won't agree..."
Gao Shuyan's expression perked up, he patted his chest and said, "Don't worry, Thirteenth Master, I will persuade His Highness to agree to this matter!"
"Well, I've already seen those officials unhappy!"
Gao Shuyan stood up with a smile on his face and said, "That's it... on behalf of the Crown Prince, I would like to thank the Thirteenth Master!"
"Mr. Gao is serious!" Zhu Jinghong smiled.
At this time, Deng An had already made tea and came over.
Seeing that Gao Shuyan was about to leave, Zhu Jinghong quickly said: "Mr. Gao, have some tea!"
"Thirteenth Master, I still have something important to report to the Crown Prince, and time does not wait for me... Please forgive me for being rude!"
"Mr. Gao, please help yourself!" Zhu Jinghong couldn't force him to stay.
When Gao Shuyan left, Deng An looked at Zhu Jinghong, holding the tea and saying that he was either leaving or not.
"Why are you looking at me? You drank him. Don't waste the tribute!"
