Like Zhu Di, Zhu Xi was also extremely dissatisfied with Lao Zhu's appointment of Zhu Yunwen as the crown prince.
But he couldn't change Lao Zhu's mind.
Just like when he was forced by Lao Zhu to marry Wang Baobao's sister, he had no ability to resist.
Of course, he also knew that it was impossible for him to become the crown prince.
Even if his moral character is not a problem, because his princess is Wang Baobao's sister, he will not be eligible for the throne.
In his opinion, Lao Zhu is entirely responsible for why he is what he is now.
Therefore, after Zhu Yunwen was established as the crown prince, he vented all his anger, unwillingness and a series of negative emotions on the palace attendants in the palace.
Jin Wang Zhu Fan was also dissatisfied with Zhu Yunwen, but he knew Lao Zhu's temper well, so he just protested in his heart.
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Beijing, East Palace.
Zhu Yunwen is now very proud.
Crown Prince, as long as your grandpa dies, you can inherit the throne and become the supreme being.
It's just that he must maintain his character as a filial son and virtuous grandson, and cannot act too proud.
He knew very well that Lao Zhu made him the emperor's grandson because of his filial piety.
In other aspects, with his current knowledge, he still can't see it.
"Mr. Huang, I have a question, and I would like to ask Mr. Huang to clarify it." The young man Zhu Yunwen looked at the middle-aged man in his forties in front of him and asked for advice.
"Your Highness, please tell me. I will tell you everything I know." Huang Zicheng replied respectfully.
He was the Tanhualang in the eighteenth year of Hongwu's reign, and now he is the Attendant of the East Palace.
"All the kings and uncles are heavily armed. If they have different intentions in the future, what should I do?"
Zhu Yunwen asked somewhat sadly.
Huang Zicheng knew that this was a test for him by the emperor's grandson. If he answered it well, his future would be limitless.
He immediately replied: "The kings' troops can only be used for self-defense, but the imperial court has an army of millions."
"If they dare to rebel, a million-strong army will easily defeat them."
Later, Huang Zicheng told Zhu Yunwen about the Seven Kingdoms Rebellion in the Western Han Dynasty.
"So Your Highness, in front of the millions of troops of the imperial court, the kings have no power to resist at all."
"In the future, Your Highness will only need one decree, and the kings will have no choice but to carry it out obediently."
These words gave Zhu Yunwen confidence, and a smile appeared on his face again.
When he looked at Huang Zicheng again, he felt much kinder.
Yes, although the kings have many troops, the imperial court has millions of troops.
In the face of absolute strength, all conspiracies and tricks are useless.
Sensing the change in Zhu Yunwen's attitude, Huang Zicheng knew that he had passed the test.
A great future is waiting for you.
The two of them were chatting like this, and Zhu Yunwen found that many of Huang Zicheng's ideas spoke to his heart.
He secretly decided in his heart that he must reuse this person in the future.
While chatting, for some reason, the topic came to Yang Xuan.
"I wonder what Mr. Huang thinks of Marquis Changping?" Zhu Yunwen asked.
"Although this person has good abilities, his moral character is too poor."
"I heard that he studied under Mr. Song Lian back then. I don't know how Mr. Song would react when he saw his current appearance." Huang Zicheng didn't have a good impression of Yang Xuan.
There are many reasons why Zhu Biao is so fond of Yang Xuan.
Zhu Yunwen listened to Huang Zicheng's words and stared at the latter, not knowing what he was thinking.
After all, Yang Xuan was his uncle, and he was deeply favored by his father. He was his right-hand man.
Regarding Yang Xuan, he asked himself whether he knew enough.
The reason why I still ask is because I want to know what Yang Xuan's image is in other people's minds.
Now it seems that this image is indeed difficult to describe.
However, Huang Zicheng's words made him a little unhappy.
It is disgraceful to speak ill of others behind their backs.
What's more, his father only doted on Yang Xuan during his lifetime. If he said that Yang Xuan's moral conduct was not good, wouldn't this mean that his father was short-sighted?
Suddenly, his impression of Huang Zicheng was somewhat bad.
After all, Huang Zicheng has been in the officialdom for many years, and he still has some ability to observe people's emotions.
When he noticed that Zhu Yunwen frowned slightly, he knew that he had said the wrong thing just now.
Speaking ill of others behind their back is a taboo in the workplace.
He quickly made up for it: "Your Highness, I just said this all because I don't like Chang Ping Hou."
"If this affects His Highness's judgment, it is my fault."
"Putting aside my personal bias, I have to admit that Marquis Changping is a great talent."
"He can be called an all-rounder in both civil and military affairs."
"Otherwise, it would be impossible for Prince Yiwen to use him so highly, or even indulge him repeatedly."
"If His Highness wants to secure his position as Crown Prince, then he must be won over."
"Just imagine, even Prince Yiwen's right-hand man supports His Highness. Doesn't that mean that Your Highness is the crown prince and is the one who is expected by everyone?"
After Huang Zicheng finished speaking, he looked at Zhu Yunwen's face without any trace.
Seeing his serious look, he felt relieved.
"What if he doesn't support me?" Zhu Yunwen asked again.
He lacks confidence. After all, he is not the real eldest son.
Now the identity of the eldest son is just an advantage.
"If we can't win him over to His Highness, then we won't be able to keep this person."
As he said that, Huang Zicheng put his hands in front of his neck. It was self-evident what he meant.
"But he is Gu's uncle after all!" Zhu Yunwen said.
"Your Highness, don't forget that Princess Yan is the senior sister of Marquis Changping, and the relationship between Prince Yan and Marquis Changping has always been good."
"Today, King Yan's second son is still studying with Marquis Changping!" Huang Zicheng advised.
"I know this, too. At that time, he used this to get a lot of money from his father!" Zhu Yunwen said.
It's no secret that Yang Xuan likes yellow and white things.
"Mr. Huang, that's it for today. As for Marquis Changping, I want to see his attitude first."
"Yes, I will retire." Huang Zicheng bowed and resigned.
When Zhu Yunwen was the only one left in the hall, his expression was no longer as relaxed as before.
Although he is now the crown prince, he always has a sense of urgency in his heart because he does not have his own team.
I am afraid that my position will be taken away by others at any time.
Princes who have been deposed since ancient times have not ended well, and he does not want to be one of them.
"Come here." Zhu Yunwen shouted towards the door.
"Your Highness Taisun!" A eunuch appeared.
"Go and ask Marquis Changping to come and see you, and tell me that I have something to ask for advice." Zhu Yunwen said.
"Yes, Your Highness!"
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What is Yang Xuan doing at this time?
He is taking the cabinet officials to handle government affairs.
He would write down his opinions on the matters reported on the note and wait for Lao Zhu's review.
"Damn it, can't these poor scholars write simpler things? It gives me a headache." As soon as he picked up a new booklet and read it for a while, Yang Xuan cursed in his heart.
The contents in the excerpts are all in classical Chinese, and some of them borrow allusions, which makes it difficult to read.
Even though he has assisted Zhu Biao in handling government affairs for more than ten years, he still can't help but curse when he sees such a mistake.
At this moment, an eunuch from the East Palace came to Yang Xuan and claimed that the emperor's grandson invited him.
Yang Xuan was stunned for a moment.
"Why is he looking for me?"
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