Daming: Brother, there is no future for monks, let's rebel

A few days later, Zhu Biao's actions in the court entered a critical moment. After several rounds of careful planning, he finally succeeded in bringing the situation under his control.

All investigations into the East Factory, Zhao Mian and corrupt forces have begun. Many officials involved with Zhao Mian have been secretly investigated, and even some people who are dissatisfied with the prince have begun to come into the spotlight.

"Crown Prince, all investigations against Zhao Mian are proceeding smoothly, but the reactions from the Six Ministries and the Eastern Depot are getting stronger and stronger. They seem to have noticed that we intend to carry out a large-scale rectification." A trusted minister walked into the Crown Prince's Mansion and reported in a low voice.

Zhu Biao's eyes flashed with a cold light, and he said calmly: "They already knew it. What we want is to make them panic and force them to make mistakes. The remnants of the East Factory will not stop here. If we want to break their defense, we have to let them self-destruct in the counterattack."

"Tonight, the remnants of the East Factory will begin to gather." Zhu Biao continued in a low voice, "I have set a trap, and let them gradually move towards their own destruction in the darkness."

Zhu Han nodded slightly, walked to the window, and stared at the palace in the night.

"Prince, we must make sure that the enemy loses all ability to fight back tonight." Zhu Han's eyes flashed with a cold light, "Every step you take is extremely critical."

Zhu Biao took a deep breath, his eyes as firm as iron, "I have no way out. Tonight, I must not only eliminate Zhao Mian, but also destroy the dark forces behind him. As long as I succeed, everything will change."

That night, the atmosphere in the capital became extremely tense. The streets were brightly lit, and the guards inside and outside the palace moved silently.

All the signs that have occurred in the court indicate that tonight's action will be a decisive moment.

Zhu Biao's order had already been quietly issued. Through clever planning, the remnants of the East Factory and Zhao Mian's followers were lured into a trap that had been set up long ago.

Under the cover of night, several spies from the Prince's Mansion were quietly approaching various important nodes. Once the enemy began to act, they would launch an offensive in an instant.

At the same time, Zhu Han quietly mobilized the Jinyiwei and trusted ministers to prepare for a complete blockade. As long as the enemy moves, the situation will change instantly.

"Prince, the main force of the East Factory has begun to move." A Jinyiwei came in quickly, looking nervous, "They seem to have noticed something unusual and are preparing to counterattack."

Zhu Biao's eyes flashed coldly, "Sure enough, no matter how stupid the enemy is, they will still be able to detect our actions in the end. Now, give them one last chance and make them reveal their flaws."

The moonlight outside poured into the palace, and the tense atmosphere in the air seemed to freeze. Every second of waiting was an endless pressure.

Suddenly, a burst of hurried footsteps broke the silence, and a hurried report came from outside.

"Your Highness, several high-ranking officials from the East Factory have led their trusted followers into the palace and are preparing to force the door open. Our actions have been exposed, and they are launching an attack on us!"

A sneer flashed across Zhu Biao's eyes. "It seems they can no longer endure. In this case, tonight, let them fall into despair."

"Order! Start the final operation immediately." Zhu Biao's voice was as hard as iron, echoing throughout the Prince's Mansion.

Just as they were about to counterattack, the entire Prince's Mansion was plunged into an earth-shaking conflict.

However, the enemy had obviously not anticipated the prince's sudden attack, and they were caught off guard and instantly fell into chaos. The most powerful Dongchang secret guards were completely surrounded, with almost no room for resistance.

Zhu Biao stood at the window of the secret room, quietly watching this stormy conflict, his eyes as firm as iron, "The enemy's resistance has begun to collapse. Tonight will definitely be a turning point in this power struggle."

Zhu Han stood beside him, his eyes equally deep, "Prince, tonight is the key moment for you to win everything."

The night wind was chilly, and every corner of the palace seemed to be shrouded in invisible pressure. The inside and outside of the Prince's Mansion had become a battlefield, with the sound of footsteps and the clashing of swords coming from all around.

Zhu Biao stood in front of the window of the secret room, staring at the palace outside which was gradually becoming brighter. Every moment he felt the tense strings in the air, as if they were about to explode.

Zhu Han stood beside him, his eyes as sharp as a blade, examining this battle situation full of complex changes.

"Although the enemy is eager to counterattack, they still can't deal with it calmly. I have laid the last net. From now on, this game will become extremely simple."

"Zhu Han," Zhu Biao finally spoke in a low voice, "How do you think my brother will view all this?"

Zhu Han smiled slightly and whispered, "You have done well enough, Prince. My brother may not fully support this struggle, but he knows that the future of the court will no longer tolerate corruption."

A complex light flashed in Zhu Biao's eyes, and his clenched fists loosened slightly.

"These enemies have begun to lose their composure." Zhu Biao said, his eyes gradually calming down. "I must use this last chance to completely tear off their disguise. Tonight, there can be no more delay."

Zhu Han nodded slightly, holding a new piece of intelligence in his hand, "Zhao Mian's remaining followers have quietly gathered in the night, ready to launch a final attack. But this chess game is no longer under their control."

At the same time, the situation in the court was also quietly changing. Those officials who once supported Zhao Mian and the East Factory began to frequently contact forces outside the palace, attempting to counterattack at the last minute.

Several close ministers have begun to express their dissatisfaction with the prince's actions, and some have even begun quietly passing messages to the outside world, suggesting that the prince's struggle is too radical and may lead to turmoil in the court.

"The prince's move this time is too eager for quick success and may arouse more hostility." One minister whispered to another official in private, "If the prince is not careful, it may shake the foundation of the entire court."

However, these words did not shake Zhu Biao's determination. In his heart, there was no room for compromise.

The corrupt forces in the court had already left him with no way to retreat. The words of these important officials were just for their own benefit and they dared not face the reality. "Everything the prince did was for the future of Ming Dynasty." Zhu Biao whispered to himself, "If we can't completely destroy these forces today, Ming Dynasty may not even have a foundation left tomorrow."

At this time, Zhu Biao's trusted minister came in again, looking nervous, "Prince, Zhao Mian's remaining forces have begun to gather, and some princes' factions have been active behind the scenes, and seem to be preparing for a joint counterattack."

Zhu Biao raised his eyebrows, his eyes becoming more fierce. "These princes' factions are secretly colluding with Zhao Mian, and they really haven't given up. Now their movements are becoming more and more obvious. It's just right. We can use their actions to create a greater turmoil."

Zhu Han walked slowly to Zhu Biao's side. "Prince, as you expected, these enemies are ready to counterattack, but our plan has reached a critical moment. Tonight, you must not only suppress the remnants of Zhao Mian, but also make these princes' factions feel the real threat. Only by killing each other can their power be completely disintegrated."

"The enemy will definitely take action tonight." Zhu Biao whispered, "I must strike before they can fully gather and ensure that they cannot cause any trouble in the court."

"Prince, the enemy's reaction has begun. The remnants of Zhao Mian are gathering together, and they are ready to launch a counterattack at tomorrow's meeting." A confidant walked over quickly and reported in a low voice.

Zhu Biao nodded slightly, speaking calmly, "Give them one last chance. If they dare to continue to resist tonight, we will defeat them in one fell swoop."

The atmosphere in the palace became increasingly tense, and Zhu Biao and Zhu Han's plan gradually unfolded. Zhu Biao personally led the Jinyiwei and quietly entered the enemy's hinterland in the dark.

"The enemy's reaction is faster than we expected." Zhu Han said softly, "However, their reaction is nothing more than blind struggle, and the rest is waiting to be devoured."

Zhu Biao walked up to her side, staring out the window. The moonlight shone on his face, reflecting a hint of coldness and determination.

"Qingping, do you know? This power struggle has far exceeded my original expectations. Every choice, every decision seems to push me into the abyss."

"But, Your Highness, you have come this far, there is no way back." Gu Qingping's voice was gentle, but it was firm and unquestionable. "If you retreat, these forces behind you will be able to do whatever they want."

Zhu Biao turned around and looked at her deeply. "Yes, I have no way out. But I know in my heart that my father does not fully support me, and those forces in the court are always ready to counterattack. All I can do is control this storm that is about to erupt, instead of being swallowed by it."

Gu Qingping walked up to him, gently took his hand, and said in a low voice, "Your Highness, no matter what choice you make, there will always be someone standing behind you. You are not fighting alone."

Zhu Biao held her hand tightly, and a hint of warmth flashed in his eyes, but it was immediately covered up by deep pressure.

"Qingping, perhaps I am too conceited, thinking that I can cover the sky with one hand and lead the Ming Dynasty to a stronger future. However, the more I advance, the more I find myself trapped in endless calculations and limitations. The enemy has never stopped, and I am about to face their most ferocious counterattack."

Gu Qingping sighed softly, "You are not fighting alone, Prince. The disputes in the court and the power struggles inside and outside the court may never be truly avoided by you, but you are still the most powerful one. You already have the opportunity to change the future of the Ming Dynasty. Don't let these uneasy emotions disrupt your determination."

Zhu Biao turned and walked to the desk, picked up a secret letter, stared at the words on the paper, but his heart was still complicated.

"Tonight, the remnants of Zhao Mian and the secret guards of the East Factory have begun to stir. It seems that their counterattack is already brewing. I must solve these problems as soon as possible and completely destroy the network behind them in order to stabilize the government of the Ming Dynasty."

Gu Qingping walked up to him and whispered, "Your Highness, everything you did today has caused a stir in the court. You can't let these hidden forces behind you have any chance to counterattack."

Early the next morning, Zhu Biao summoned his trusted ministers and key officials to begin making final preparations for the upcoming operation.

He stood in the lobby of the Prince's Mansion, his eyes as sharp as knives, scanning every minister present.

"Everyone, I have already arranged the action for tonight." Zhu Biao's tone was steady, but revealed an unshakable determination. "The remnants of Zhao Mian and the remaining forces of the East Factory have begun to stir. If we can't take action immediately, we will fall into a deeper predicament."

An important official stood up and said in a serious tone: "Prince, is today's matter too hasty? We must act with caution to avoid provoking dissatisfaction among the ministers in the court, or even causing internal and external conflicts."

Zhu Biao was silent for a moment, his eyes swept over the minister, "You are right, we must be cautious, but we must not miss the opportunity because of caution. Father will no longer interfere in the affairs of the court, we must make decisions on our own. Tonight, we must completely eliminate the remnants of Zhao Mian, destroy the foundation of the East Factory, and completely restore the purity of the court."

Another minister said hesitantly, "Prince, if we are too eager for quick success, it may lead to more backlash. Although Zhao Mian has been deposed, the power of the East Factory cannot be underestimated."

Zhu Biao's eyes were stern. "Although the power of the East Factory is strong, if we can stir up a storm at a critical moment and completely destroy their foundation, we can completely control the situation in the court. Tonight, if the enemy does not stop, we will give them a fatal blow."

Zhu Han stood quietly aside, his eyes as sharp as an eagle, examining the battle that was about to unfold.

"The prince is right. The enemy is already at the forefront. If we give them a chance to catch their breath, I'm afraid the force of their counterattack will be far beyond our expectations. If the enemy is not completely destroyed, it will be our mistake."

Zhu Biao nodded, "I understand. Tonight, I want to expose the enemy completely. Neither the East Factory nor the remnants of Zhao Mian will have the opportunity to cause trouble in front of us again."

"Prince, all arrangements have been made. The enemy's reaction is intensifying, and our actions cannot be delayed any longer." Zhu Han walked to Zhu Biao and spoke in a low voice.

Zhu Biao turned around, a sharp light flashed in his eyes, "I have made up my mind. No matter how the enemy fights back, tonight, I will personally take action and completely reverse the situation."

"Prince, once we start, there is no turning back. You must be careful. Once you start, the enemy will not give up." Zhu Han's voice was full of warnings.

Zhu Biao looked at him deeply and said, "I understand. Tonight, I must eliminate both the enemies and the doubts in the court."

By midnight, the atmosphere in the court had become strange, and almost all officials could feel a tense atmosphere spreading.

The secret guards of the East Factory have quietly started to take action, preparing to counterattack at this moment. However, their actions have been accurately predicted by Zhu Biao and Zhu Han. (End of this chapter)