Zhu Yu said: "My father is of course the only emperor of all time. However, my father, Mr. Yang has made great contributions. Have you thought about how to reward him?"
Zhu Yuanzhang touched his chin, "We haven't thought about this yet!"
Young Master Yang also followed the prisoners to Beijing this time. This time, if Zhu Yuanzhang wants to clear Young Master Yang's name, naturally he will receive a reward.
Zhu Yu frowned, thought for a moment and said: "Since my father hasn't thought about it yet, we might as well listen to his own suggestions.
After all, he was the one who made such great achievements. "
Previously, Zhu Yuanzhang asked Zhu Jun for his opinion, but Zhu Jun just said that he would let Zhu Yuanzhang decide on his own.
Zhu Yuanzhang nodded in agreement: "You are right, I also want to see what Young Master Yang wants."
Zhu Yu's heart moved, and he quickly sent a message to the guards, asking them to invite Mr. Yang to the palace.
Not long after, Mr. Yang was brought to Zhu Yuanzhang by the palace guards.
Wearing brocade clothes, he looked very calm. He hurriedly saluted Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Yu and said: "Weak minister Yang Zhong, please see your Majesty the Emperor and the Crown Prince."
Mr. Yang's name is Yang Zhong, and Zhu Yuanzhang likes this name very much.
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and stretched out his hand, beckoning him to get up: "This is the first time we have met you. We have seen your talents. You are really a handsome young man. You have made great achievements in the great cause. What are your wishes? We will try our best to satisfy you." "
Yang Zhong raised his head and looked at Zhu Yuanzhang with firm eyes: "Thank you for your grace. I have always dreamed of serving the country. I only hope to continue to serve your majesty and do my best for the country. If your majesty does not dislike it, I am willing to serve again." Go to the battlefield.”
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled slightly, he admired Yang Zhong's loyalty and responsibility: "You are so loyal!
We were able to destroy the Great Zhou Dynasty so quickly, thanks to you.
From today on, you are the loyal and loyal marquis of our great cause! "
Yang Zhong was stunned. He never expected that His Majesty would directly reward him as a marquis!
"Your Majesty, I am so ashamed of myself. The reason why I am able to do this is all due to His Highness King Weihai."
Zhu Yuanzhang waved his hand, "Not everyone has the courage to go deep into the enemy camp. This credit belongs to you and no one can take it away!"
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled again, he saw Yang Zhong's restraint: "You are our hero and a hero of our great cause, you don't have to be so polite.
Those who have merit must be rewarded, and those who have made mistakes must be punished. This is our principle.
We have high hopes for you and hope that you will continue to serve the country in the future. "
Seeing that he could not refuse, Yang Zhong could only nod in agreement, "I will live up to your majesty's expectations and achieve more military exploits."
"Okay, we will introduce you to everyone at the court meeting tomorrow. You go down and rest first. We will have a banquet for you at Fengtian Hall tomorrow!"
Yang Zhong was so excited that he could be entertained by His Majesty alone. There were only a few people in the whole great cause.
Yang Zhong was very touched by Zhu Yuanzhang's words. He knew that everything he had done was recognized and appreciated by Zhu Yuanzhang, which made him feel that everything he had done was worthwhile.
"Thank you, Your Majesty, and thank you, His Royal Highness." Yang Zhong said respectfully.
"You go down and rest first. You have to get up early tomorrow." Zhu Yuanzhang said with a smile.
Yang Zhong bowed deeply and left the East Palace.
When he walked out the door, he let out a long breath, and the excitement in his heart was beyond words.
It is difficult to find another example in the entire Daye Dynasty of being able to receive a private banquet from His Majesty, which is enough to illustrate his status in Zhu Yuanzhang's heart.
Back in his small courtyard, Yang Zhong lay on the bed, feeling both excited and a little uneasy.
He knew that all of this was given to him by His Highness King Weihai, and the person he really wanted to be loyal to was His Highness King Weihai.
Although he has been granted the title of Marquis, it also means that he will face greater challenges and pressure.
He must work harder and not live up to His Highness's expectations.
After a night of silence, Yang Zhong got up early the next morning, washed up, and then went to Fengtian Hall.
There, he saw many faces that he had respected in the past. They were all elite figures in the Daye Dynasty.
He knew that this banquet was not only an appreciation for him, but also a commendation for the meritorious officials in the entire Daye Dynasty.
As time passed, the party began.
Zhu Yuanzhang gave a speech. He mentioned Yang Zhong's achievements and expressed his expectations for him.
This shocked everyone present. They all knew Zhu Yuanzhang's vision and skills, as well as his unique way of treating talents.
Yang Zhong stood in the crowd, feeling excited and proud. He knows that this is the beginning of his journey to a higher level, and he must work harder to live up to it.
As the banquet progressed, Yang Zhong gradually adapted to the atmosphere and felt the pressure brought by this honor.
He knew that he could not live up to everything His Highness King Weihai had given him, and he must prove his worth with practical actions.
"Right now, Lao Liu's army has set off from Chang'an and will arrive at Hanzhong Prefecture in the near future. This means that half of the territory in the Zhou Dynasty has fallen into our hands." When Zhu Yuanzhang said this, He couldn't suppress his excitement, "And the second and fifth children also have good news one after another.
In two years, at most, we can unify the Central Plains, pacify the world, and fulfill our long-cherished wish! "
The ministers can't help but flatter him, but no one will say anything disappointing at the moment.
After the world is unified, their status will naturally increase.
After the banquet dispersed, Zhu Yuanzhang left Yang Zhong alone.
Yang Zhongben didn't know why his majesty left him alone.
"You'd better go to Lao Liu's side and do good work for Lao Liu in the future." Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Yang Zhong and said.
Yang Zhong was stunned. He was now the Marquis of Zhongyi, and His Majesty asked him to be loyal to His Highness. Was this a test or something?
Thinking of this, he broke out in cold sweat.
"I don't dare!" Yang Zhong said quickly. He was naturally loyal to Zhu Jun, but if he agreed straight away, wouldn't he tell the emperor that he was on His Highness's side?
Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Yang Zhong and saw that he was wary, so he smiled and said, "Why, you don't want to be loyal to Lao Liu?"
Yang Zhong's heart trembled, and he said with a normal expression: "I am only loyal to Your Majesty."
Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Yang Zhong, smiled, and said: "You have to be loyal to us and also to Lao Liu, so you still have to go to Lao Liu's side."
Yang Zhong's expression changed slightly, "Your Majesty, are you asking me to serve as a vassal for His Highness King Weihai?"
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled meaningfully, "You can understand it this way!"
"I accept the decree." Yang Zhong cupped his hands and said.
Zhu Yuanzhang waved his hand and signaled Yang Zhong to retreat.
After Yang Zhong withdrew, his mood could not be calm for a long time.
What does your majesty mean?
Is it a temptation to allow myself to be loyal to His Highness?
If not a temptation, then what is it?
He always felt that there was something hidden in it.
