Chapter 230: Princess Jin is pregnant, and all the nobles are rushing to arrange a marriage. Chen Shouliu accuses Yingwendong and Gu Mingjie in front of the emperor

"Father, I think what Third Brother said makes sense."

Zhu Biao bowed and said: "No one is perfect.

As long as you can admit your mistakes and correct them, it is the greatest good.

Just as my third brother said, we all make mistakes as we grow up. The key is whether we can wake up and correct them in time.

Father, you are able to listen to the advice of the ministers and correct mistakes in a timely manner, which is exactly your wisdom. "

After hearing what Zhu Biao said, Zhu Yuanzhang's expression eased a little.

However, he still said somewhat indignantly: "Humph, it's good for you to know.

Be more careful in the future and don’t make the same mistake again.”

Zhu Gang and Zhu Biao responded in unison: "Your sons will obey your instructions."

At this time, Zhu Yuanzhang looked out the window and said thoughtfully: "Now my health is getting worse and worse, and the future of the Ming Dynasty still depends on the joint efforts of you two brothers.

You must support each other and never fight for your own selfish desires, otherwise we will never let you off easily."

Zhu Gang and Zhu Biao looked at each other and nodded heavily.

"I will definitely follow your father's teachings and work together to safeguard the Ming Dynasty."

As a horse-riding emperor, Zhu Yuanzhang often charged into battle since he joined the army.

His long military career has made him strong.

After becoming emperor, Zhu Yuanzhang also paid great attention to sports and exercise.

He created a set of guiding techniques, similar to modern gymnastics, and practiced them every morning and evening.

In addition, Lao Zhu also often participates in sports such as polo and mountain climbing, which all help to ensure his health.

If we have to talk about someone who was weak and sickly, it would only be Zhu Yuanzhang's childhood.

Zhu Gang's grandparents often went to worship Guanyin Bodhisattva, hoping that she could save Zhu Yuanzhang's life.

But in the end, it was corn oil and radish juice that raised Lao Zhu.

Many people may not know what corn oil is. It is the sticky liquid that skims off the top of corn porridge when it is cooked.

Children from poor families don’t have milk to drink, so most of them use this to fill their hunger.

As for drinking radish juice, it was all thanks to the good advice from the old monk at Huangjue Temple.

After all, radish is a health treasure. It not only promotes digestion, but also enhances immunity.

Even after becoming the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Yuanzhang still retained these two eating habits.

Therefore, Zhu Yuanzhang not only had very good physical fitness, but also had plenty of energy.

Historically, Zhu Yuanzhang reigned for 31 years and died at the age of 71.

Even among the 559 emperors, this is considered relatively long-lived.

It is said that Zhu Yuanzhang was nearly seventy years old but still energetic and could still perform horseback training.

Zhu Gang remembered that Lao Zhu’s birthday was the eighth day of the eighth lunar month. He was only 48 years old this year and had at least 20 years to live.

In Zhu Gang's view, the reason why his father emphasized his poor health was simply because he hoped that he and Zhu Biao could share more of the government affairs.

However, Zhu Gang, who had already made up his mind to live abroad in the future, quickly changed the topic to other places.

"Dad, you said before that there was another happy event. Should we reveal the answer now?"

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and said, "I had planned to notify you after I finished my work in Quanzhou, but I didn't expect you to come back so soon.

Do you still remember Dai Sigong?

A few days ago, we asked him to check Xie Yuer's pulse and preliminarily determined that she has been pregnant for more than a month."

In ancient times when bloodline and inheritance were important, the birth of the eldest son would certainly be valued by the family.

Because he is both the fruit of his parents' love and the continuation of family life.

Zhu Jihui in Xie Yuer's belly not only shoulders the heavy responsibility of carrying on the family line, but also carries the infinite hopes of his elders.

Since the news of the Jin Princess's pregnancy came out, many nobles have rushed to visit her, mainly for the purpose of arranging a marriage with the unborn Zhu Jihui. In the end, Zhu Yuanzhang overcame all objections and married Fu Youde's daughter Fu Manyan to Zhu Jihui.

Since Fu Youwen, the Vice Minister of the Ministry of Revenue, was Fu Youde's cousin and had a close personal relationship with Lan Yu, this marriage quickly attracted widespread attention.

In order to avoid unnecessary trouble, Zhu Gang simply put the matter of Chen Shouliu going to Beijing to file a complaint on the table in advance.

Although Zhu Yuanzhang knew that his third son was trying to divert attention, he still met Chen Shouliu in the Fengtian Hall as soon as possible.

"Since we promulgated the Great Edict, you are the first commoner to bring your own dry food, drive a carriage, and tie up the county official to enter the capital.

If you have any grievances in your heart, just tell us and we will definitely help you!"

Chen Shouliu was a little nervous at first, but when he saw Zhu Gang's encouraging eyes, he suddenly felt more confident.

"Lifang County official Ying Wendong treated the people of Yixing very rudely. In addition to corruption and bribery, he relied on his official power to do many evil things.

Later, Yingwendong's fault fell on me. At first, I gritted my teeth and endured it.

Later, Cao Min couldn't stand Ying Wendong's oppression anymore, so he teamed up with his brother and nephew to tie him up and wanted to go to the capital to file a complaint.

Unexpectedly, after the county official Gu Mingjie from the Criminal Department learned about this, in order to prevent my brother and nephew from entering the capital to arrest the corrupt officials, he deliberately confiscated their "travel permits".

If it weren't for His Royal Highness Prince Jin's justice for me, I'm afraid my family would have nowhere to turn to for help!"

According to the relevant provisions of the Ming Dynasty laws, if the common people are not led out of the house by the road, they will be punished severely.

When Zhu Yuanzhang thought of this, he immediately realized that there were loopholes in the "Great Edict" he issued.

"That clerk named Gu Mingjie, bring him in for us!"

Gu Mingjie, who was brought in by the Jinyiwei, looked at Zhu Yuanzhang in the hall with horror.

"Your Majesty... Your Majesty... Please spare my life. I admit my guilt!"

Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes widened with anger, "As a county official in the criminal department, you don't serve the people well.

Instead, they oppressed the good and aided the tyrants in their evil deeds. What crime should they be punished for?"

Gu Mingjie was so scared that he collapsed to the ground. "I...I had no choice. Yingwendong is powerful and influential. I dare not offend him!"

His voice trembled, full of fear and helplessness.

Zhu Yuanzhang snorted coldly, with a hint of anger in his eyes.

"Aren't you afraid of us?
I am the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty, the ruler of the world!"

Lao Zhu's tone was majestic and cold, which made people shudder.

Gu Mingjie kowtowed like crazy, "Your Majesty, please spare my life! Your Majesty, please spare my life!"

I saw his body shaking constantly, as if he would collapse at any time.

Zhu Yuanzhang stared at Gu Mingjie and said coldly: "I think you are also a corrupt official. Come, check him out for us!"

Lao Zhu's order was decisive and resolute and could not be questioned.

The guards immediately stepped forward and dragged Gu Mingjie out.

His voice of begging for mercy gradually faded away and finally disappeared outside the Fengtian Hall.

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Chen Shouliu with a gentle smile on his face.

"Don't worry, we will definitely take care of it for you and severely punish these criminals!"

Old Zhu's voice was firm and powerful, making Chen Shouliu feel extremely at ease.

Chen Shouliu was so grateful that he immediately knelt down to express his gratitude.

"Thank you, Your Majesty! Thank you, Your Highness Prince Jin!"

Zhu Gang could clearly feel that Chen Shouliu's eyes were full of respect and gratitude for Zhu Yuanzhang.

Zhu Gang smiled slightly, "This is what I should do."

He spoke calmly and confidently, fully demonstrating the demeanor and responsibility that a King of Jin should have.

(End of this chapter)