It can also be seen from here how important heirs are in this era. No matter how honorable Zhu Biao was before, there were always people who were evil-minded, because even princes and nobles would inevitably have misfortunes, such as suddenly contracting an incurable disease. If he died, wouldn't his prince have a chance?
But now the two great-grandsons have been born healthily, and the East Palace has hired two new talented people and one attendant. At the young age of the Crown Prince, it can be expected that the bloodline of the East Palace will continue to flourish, and other princes will no longer have any chance. Unless you betray your father and brother and rebel...
But even the women in the deep palace with long hair and short knowledge know that only someone is crazy will support other princes. Even if their parents and brothers hear the news, they will immediately draw a line with them and go to the palace with their whole family to apologize.
Not only the concubines in the palace have thought it through, but the second, third and other older princes have also thought it through. When things have developed to this point, those useless expectations can be given up. The only way out for the future is to please your elder brother. .
Zhu Biao chatted and joked with his younger brothers for a while. They were all six or seven-year-old children, and they were children who were eager to please him. They were naturally easy to coax. The children of the Tian family were always very precocious. They knew this from the time they were sensible. What to do when.
It sounds a bit pitiful, but it’s okay. Who in this world can really have everything go their way? It is better to be born in heaven and live in peace and contentment than to be born among the people, suffering from hunger and cold. The so-called drought, death by drought, and death by flood, all have their own sufferings.
Zhu Xi came back as he was talking. Naturally, the younger ones also wanted to join in the fun, but they were rejected mercilessly by the second child. The older children in their teens looked down on their seven or eight-year-old kid with a runny nose. He's not the elder brother, so he won't spoil them.
After chattering for a while, the third child said: "The pot dishes will be brought to you soon, but brothers have to drink together, so you little ones don't get in the way. We'll wait until when you can drink."
Zhu Biao stood up, rubbed Lao Liu's head and asked Zhu Ju, the fifth lao beside him: "When Lao Wu grows up, why don't you go drinking with your brothers?"
The second and third eldest children do not reject the fifth child. Firstly, the fifth child is not too young. Secondly, after all, he is the younger brother of the fourth child. The three of them play together every day, so naturally they have to give Zhu Di some face.
Zhu Rui replied respectfully: "My brother is too drunk, so it is better not to disturb the royal brothers' enjoyment. Besides, these young ones also need to be watched, so as not to cause trouble and make the father angry."
The reason was pretty good, and Zhu Biao knew that Zhu Rui had always been introverted, so he didn't embarrass him anymore. He waved his hand and led his third brother out of Lao Liu's dormitory under the respectful greetings of a group of young princes...
"Mmm, it smells so good!"
“Hey, it would be great if I could eat like this every day (′▽｀)”
Under the auspices of Empress Ma, the palace has always been frugal. Even the princes do not want to enjoy spicy food every time. It is undoubtedly a rare treat to have a hot pot with meat and vegetables on a snowy day.
They raised their glasses together and took a sip, and then talked about the war situation in the north. The second and fourth elders sounded yearning in their voices, while the third elder was different from the past. It seemed that he was content to enjoy himself in Beijing.
Zhu Biao didn't take it seriously. Whether his brothers were eager to make achievements or settle for pleasure, it was always the right path, which was better than being stupid and making mistakes.
Otherwise, just like Liu Chun back then, it would not be too troublesome to kill or not to kill. Even though his father has come forward now, there are few examples of tigers poisoning their children and Zhu Biao does not want his father to do so. The emperor bears this pain and infamy.
While drinking, I thought about finding an opportunity to regulate the gentlemen who are responsible for teaching the princes. As the saying goes, strict teachers produce good disciples, and sticks produce filial sons. It is better to exercise more discipline than to indulge naughty children. At the very least, you must cultivate empathy and compassion, otherwise These noble princes may cause some trouble in the future.
Speaking of which, today's top children are the fifth and sixth children. They are all naturally respectful and eager to learn. This is good. It is better than the second and third children who are bad role models...
After a comfortable dinner, the four brothers dissipated with their bellies bulging and their faces flushed. Zhu Biao smelled of alcohol and did not visit his son, but settled at Chen Yunqing's place.
In fact, it is quite troublesome. In the past, Zhu Biao could sleep on his own, but now he is a new member of the palace, and it is hard for him to be idle both emotionally and rationally. He rested in Li Yan or Wang Rui's room a few days ago, and he couldn't be comforted in the past two days. Let’s talk about Chen Yunqing.
After all, his father, Chen Youzong, the political envoy, was his direct confidant and his connection with the Jiangnan family. He sent his legitimate daughter to the East Palace, but in the end, only one of his attendants was appointed.
So we can only make up for it in other ways. After all, they are both princesses. It would be inappropriate to be named talents together. This is also Chen Youzong's initiative. In this case, Zhu Biao has to express it...
Early the next morning, Zhu Biao opened his eyes and saw a beautiful face that was sleeping soundly. It was still a little immature but the color was very good. She was worthy of being a girl raised in the Jiangnan water town.
I stood up gently and rubbed my waist. I felt my kidneys were empty. I couldn't help but start to reflect on myself. In recent days, the official work was not heavy as the New Year was approaching, but I ended up being a little indulgent.
He got up and left the inner hall, washed and changed clothes under the service of the palace ladies, and then returned to Chengqian Hall to have breakfast with Chang Luohua. It was a really depraved life.
Since there was no morning court today, Zhu Biao went to the Wenhua Hall after finishing his meal and went to the Wenhua Hall for a while. He had just asked Liu Jin to go to the Wuying Hall to inquire, but there was no new urgent report on the northern military situation.
While Zhu Biao was reading in the Wenhua Hall, Jiang Yu sent a letter from Nahachu, who was entrenched in Liaodong. It should be addressed to Lao Zhu, but Lao Zhu was definitely not interested in reading it, so he sent it again In the hands of Zhu Biao.
When I opened the letter, I saw that the words inside were quite respectful. I greeted Lao Zhu's body as usual, and then he made a lot of perfunctory remarks. He even didn't hesitate to carry Yesudi'er out, but in the end he said that he would be taken away after the spring. His legitimate son Chahan was sent to the capital to pay his respects.
Looking at the essence through the phenomenon, if Nahachu is determined, there is no need to send his legitimate son. As far as Zhu Biao knows, Nahachu still loves his eldest son who trusts him very much. The most elite heavy cavalry commander under his command is Chahan.
It seems that Yesudier's intrusion into the Ming Dynasty this time did not bring confidence to the remaining remnants of the former Yuan Dynasty who were still waiting and watching. Naha Chu had already seen that the Mongolian Yuan Dynasty would never return to its peak, so naturally he had to make plans for his descendants.
Naha in Liaodong is like this. I don't know what the King of Liang who is entrenched in Yunnan means. Zhu Biao's eyes flashed. After the New Year, it is time to send envoys to the King of Liang and the Duan family in Dali. Can it be done? It doesn't matter, it's mainly just for testing.
The terrain of Yunnan and Guizhou is rugged and the Yi seedlings are covered with many forests and miasma. The Ming Dynasty must pay a huge price if it wants to win. This is not to say how brave the Liang Wang army is, but the natural environment is really dangerous. Tens of thousands of troops entered and thousands of them fell ill. Not surprising at all.
If either the King of Liang or the Duan family of Dali can surrender, it will naturally be great news. All Ming has to pay is a title, and it would be perfect to reduce the casualties of the soldiers with a mere title.
While Zhu Biao was thinking about it, Jiang Yu was still kneeling on the ground after sending the letter, unlike the usual silent retreat. Liu Jin winked at this, but Jiang Yu turned a blind eye.
Liu Jin took a deep look at him, and then dismissed all the maids and eunuchs serving in the palace. Jiang Yu was the right commander of the pro-military Duwei Mansion. He had a special status, so he must have something to say.
Although the retreating footsteps of the palace maids and eunuchs were soft, Zhu Biao still noticed it. He came back from his thoughts and looked at Jiang Yu who was kneeling in the palace. He narrowed his eyes slightly and said nothing, lowered his head and continued reading.
After half an hour, Zhu Biao said as if by accident: "Is there anything else important that needs to be reported?"
Jiang Wei kowtowed his head to the ground: "Your Highness, there have been a lot of rumors within the Imperial Guard's Mansion, which has had a great impact. Many brothers are panicking."
Zhu Biao continued to turn the pages of the book: "Oh? What kind of news can make the emperor's troops panic?"
"There are rumors that the pro-army captain's house has been doing something rampant for many years and has made people angry. It is a waste to eat and throw away. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince ordered General Quan Xu to train pro-army troops in Fengyang in order to replace the pro-army captain in the future. Mansion, I won’t dare to say anything else later..."
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