Chapter 199 The Five-Year Development Plan of the Ming Dynasty is not just a pie in the sky. The death of Empress Ma must not be brought forward.

The two then began to discuss the specific implementation details of the "Ming Dynasty Five-Year Plan."

They conducted in-depth research and discussion on every link, striving to achieve perfection.

Zhu Biao prayed secretly in his heart, hoping that the plan could be smoothly implemented and achieve the country's development goals.

"In the Five-Year Development Plan of the Ming Dynasty, it should be clearly stated: in these five years, how much copper and iron the court should smelt, how much salt output should be increased, and how much cloth should be produced.

This includes the number of water-powered mills built every year and the number of cement roads constructed by the imperial court.

In short, we need to set a timetable to let the people know when they can live like this. "

Zhu Gang felt numb all over!

I just asked the prince to formulate a "Ming Dynasty Five-Year Plan", how come he learned to "paint a pie in the sky" without any guidance?
“In fact, the biggest lie is the future. Although it seems illusory, most people don’t understand it.

The most important thing is that they are willing to believe in the future and invest in the future.

As long as there is a way to satisfy all their fantasies about the future, people will work tirelessly for it, even if it means hurting many people."

At first, Zhu Biao thought that what Zhu Gang said made sense, but after thinking about it carefully, he always felt that he had something else in mind.

“I believe that as long as people have hope, they will persevere no matter how difficult the situation is.

If the people of the Ming Dynasty rebelled one day, it was not because their lives were too poor, but because they saw no hope for the future. "

Zhu Gang finally understood why Zhu Di wanted to take back the prince's power as regent. His elder brother was too outspoken.

Speaking of which, as a younger brother, he also has some responsibility. Not only did he often instill some future generations' concepts in him over the past year, but he also handled a major case that would have taken 17 years to complete within just one year.

Since ancient times, there has been no family affection among the royal family, and there are countless tragedies caused by the struggle for the throne.

Although Zhu Gang has planned a career overseas, he still has two teammates who insist on giving him a "white hat"!

Fortunately, Gu Xiuqi and Zhong Boxuan had been transferred, the former to the Ministry of Revenue and the latter to the Ministry of Personnel.

Otherwise, if he really were crowned with the emperor's yellow robe, Zhu Gang would be in tears.

Thinking of this, Zhu Gang sighed inwardly, thinking that his elder brother truly deserved to be the crown prince, and that just one sentence hit the nail on the head.

Zhu Gang secretly pondered Zhu Biao's words, and a feeling of admiration welled up in his heart.

He realized that as a prince, in addition to great strength and wisdom, he also needed to have enough patience and endurance.

This is exactly what Zhu Gang lacks.

However, he did not want to point it out, he just smiled and said: "Royal brother, what you said is very true, Third Brother will learn from it."

After saying this, Zhu Gang respectfully bowed to Zhu Biao to express his respect and gratitude to him.

Zhu Biao looked at Zhu Gang. Although there was a hint of doubt in his eyes, he didn't say much.

He knows that everyone has their own ideas and choices, and he can only give advice and guidance, but cannot force others to change.

After the two chatted about some other topics, Zhu Gang said goodbye and left.

He left with a heavy heart.

Because Zhu Gang knew that he had to face reality, learn to be patient and wait, and not easily reveal his true intentions.

Only in this way can Zhu Gang survive in this game of power and achieve his goals.

Zhu Gang, who had already walked out of the palace, was filled with emotion at this moment.

He knew that there was a gap between him and Zhu Biao, not only in status and identity, but also in mentality and strategy. He decided to adjust his mentality from now on and face future challenges with a more positive attitude.

At the same time, he also had to learn Zhu Biao's calmness and composure, and not be swayed by emotions, so as to better deal with various complex situations.

At this moment, Zhu Gang saw Qian Ning, the doctor he had invited back to test the medicine for Crown Princess Chang Qingyun, hurried over.

"I have met your Highness."

Zhu Gang waved his hand to signal the other party to excuse himself, "Which noble in the palace is ill?"

After a brief hesitation, Qian Ning finally spoke: "To answer Your Highness Prince Jin, the Queen is ill."

Although there had been some speculation before, when the news was confirmed, Zhu Gang still felt as if he was struck by lightning.

There is a saying in history that it was Lu who killed Empress Ma, Crown Prince Zhu Biao, Crown Princess Chang, and the emperor's eldest grandson Zhu Xiongying.

This statement is horrifying. Is Lu really so vicious?

For the sake of her son's throne, she would not hesitate to kill her mother-in-law, husband and others?

Soon after returning to Beijing, Zhu Gang dug a big trap for Lu.

Now that the Jiangnan Lu family and its nine clans are gone, who else would be willing to assassinate Queen Ma?
Could it be that in addition to the illegitimate daughter who married Zhou Ji, the son of Zhou Dexing, Marquis of Jiangxia, as a concubine, Lu Ben also had other illegitimate daughters left among the people?
Watching Qian Ning's figure gradually going away, Zhu Gang, with his mind full of thoughts, quickly walked towards the East Palace.

He knew very well that if Empress Ma died of illness, it would be a huge blow to Zhu Yuanzhang.

This blow not only affected personal emotions, but also had a profound impact on the politics and society of the Ming Dynasty.

After all, Empress Ma played an important role in political decision-making, and her wisdom and kindness played an immeasurable role in the stability and development of the Ming Dynasty.

If Empress Ma died early, it would mean that no one would be able to give Zhuge Liang advice and support at critical moments like she did.

This would cause Zhu Yuanzhang to become more arbitrary and harsh in handling state affairs.

"Mother, no matter what happened in history, at least I am here, and you will never leave so early!"

When Zhu Gang walked into the East Palace, he saw Zhu Yuanzhang sitting at a desk, reading memorials attentively.

He walked forward quickly, knelt down, saluted and said respectfully: "Your Highness, I pay my respects to you, Father!"

Zhu Yuanzhang raised his head and looked at his son in front of him, with a hint of doubt in his eyes.

He put down the memorial in his hand and asked softly, "Why are you in such a hurry?"

Zhu Gang took a deep breath and told Zhu Yuanzhang everything he was thinking.

Finally, he said in a heavy tone: "Father, the Queen Mother is seriously ill, and I am very worried."

Zhu Yuanzhang frowned after hearing this, and after a moment of silence, he sighed and said, "How can I not be worried?
It’s just that this matter of life and death cannot be forced…”

Upon hearing this, Zhu Gang kowtowed heavily and said in a firm tone: "I understand, but I still want to do my part."

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded slightly to show his understanding and agreement.

He knew that Zhu Gang had deep feelings for Empress Ma, and he hoped to do his best to save her.

Seeing that Zhu Yuanzhang did not object, Zhu Gang continued, "I want to find a famous doctor to treat my mother. I beg your permission, father."

Zhu Yuanzhang thought for a moment, nodded and said: "Well, if you can find a good prescription to cure your mother's illness, it will be a great achievement.

Go ahead, and be careful on your way."

(End of this chapter)