Daming: Spoilers about the future, Zhu Yuanzhang collapsed

Seeing the curious eyes of the crowd, Zhu Yuanzhang looked around and found that all the servants here had been sent away.

There were only the people he brought from the Hongwu Dynasty, the fourth brother from the Yongle Dynasty, and the three brothers Zhu Gaochi, Zhu Gaoxu and Zhu Gaosui, and Zhu Zhanji.

He immediately felt relieved and prepared to tell them the countermeasures that he and Han Cheng had discussed.

It is normal that there are no palace maids or eunuchs in the Qianqing Palace at that time.

After all, the arrival of himself and others was already suspicious.

The most important thing is that he also revealed things about the future.

The fourth son of his own family repeatedly beat his eldest son, second son, and good grandson.

Naturally, these things cannot be seen by other palace servants.

It loses the royal dignity!

As a result, at this moment, a weak voice sounded.

"Grandfather Emperor, I want to ask you about my future fate."

The person who spoke was none other than Prince of Zhao Zhu Gaosui.

He hesitated for a long time before he mustered up the courage to ask about his future.

The fact that his second elder brother was turned into a roast chicken by his eldest nephew made him afraid to think about his future.

I was afraid that I would be roasted by this cruel nephew in the future...

I am also worried that some of the things I do in the future will not be particularly good.

He will be beaten up by his own father in front of so many people.

Of course, there is another reason.

He felt that even if he didn't ask, his royal grandfather and others should be able to mention his future.

After all, I am a living person standing here.

No matter what they say, they can't ignore themselves.

Although I am not as good as my elder brother and nephew who are emperors.

But after all, he is still a prince.

I am a well-known figure in the Ming Dynasty, and my royal grandfather and others will definitely not ignore me.

But the result was that after standing here waiting for a long time.

The Emperor and his friends told us about the eldest brother, the second brother, and the eldest nephew.

He also told about his eldest nephew’s son and grandson…

After talking about so many things, I still can't talk about myself.

By now, they had stopped talking about the future and started talking about how to use the military against Alutai and his people.

He finally lost his patience.

At the same time, I feel a little uncomfortable in my heart.

No...how come Grandpa Huang and his gang have forgotten about me?
Am I so inconspicuous?
After hearing the questions asked by Prince of Zhao Zhu Gaosui, Zhu Yuanzhang and others were stunned for a moment, and then they suddenly realized that they had been talking for so long but had not mentioned anything about Zhu Gaosui.

Although he was somewhat dissatisfied with Zhu Gaosui's interrupting of everyone at this time and what he wanted to hear.

However, I can more or less understand his feelings.

It was at this time that Yongle Emperor Zhu Di suddenly reacted and thought about the uncertain future of having such a son.

“Don’t ask, Third Brother, your future will definitely not be good.

My eldest nephew is a cruel and ruthless person.

I, the second uncle, was roasted by him, and you, the third uncle, must not be any better!"

Prince of Han Zhu Gaoxu spoke.

He used this method to squeeze his eldest nephew and put some eye drops on him.

Although the beatings he received previously made him feel comfortable.

But he definitely couldn't miss the opportunity to help his nephew.

At the same time, he also wanted to say, if you don't believe me, just look at what our father did after the Jingnan Campaign.

It has been many years since the Jingnan Campaign, and Prince Gu falsely claimed that the son of Prince of Shu was Zhu Yunwen.

The result was not only that he was convicted,
Even Zhu Yunhuan and others who had been demoted and imprisoned in Fengyang long ago died suddenly soon after.

Even if the third brother did not rebel, if his own brother did, his fate would not be good.

With the demonstration personally set by his father, the grandfather, the eldest nephew will definitely know how to do things!
However, this thought is just a thought in my mind.

When it reached her lips, she forced it back.

He knew that if he said these words, his father would really beat him!
And it was the kind that was pumped to death.

Zhu Zhanji's face was somewhat dark.

It's not... my second uncle's bad mouth. Why is he so hated?
Can't you say something nice?
After hearing what his second brother said, Zhu Gaosui became even more worried.

I think this is very likely the case.

It doesn't make sense that the eldest nephew would let himself go after roasting the second child...

Zhu Zhanji was also very worried, fearing that he would really do something to his third uncle.

This... If this is the case, I will definitely get beaten up again.

He doesn't want this to happen again.

If it happens, it will definitely be another horrific tragedy.

Just thinking about it makes him feel pain...

"You had a pretty good ending."

As Yongle's people waited anxiously, Zhu Yuanzhang's words reassured Yongle Zhu Di, Zhu Gaosui, Zhu Zhanji and others...

"After your elder brother ascends the throne, he will give you an additional 20,000 dan of salary per year.

You were enfeoffed in Zhangde Prefecture in the first year of Hongxi.

At the same time, abandon the left and right guards of Changshan.

When Zhu Qizhen ascended the throne, he granted you 80 hectares of land.

In the first year of Xuande, your second brother was captured for treason and taken to Shanqiao.

Shangshu Chen Shan welcomed Zhu Zhanji.

Chen Shan suggested arresting you.

It is said that you and your second brother Zhu Gaoxu have been plotting rebellion for a long time. If you are not arrested, you may also rebel in the future.

Thank you Zhu Zhanji.

At this time Zhu Zhanji was hesitant.

Only Yang Shiqi thought it was not possible.

Later, Zhu Zhanji said: The late emperor and his two uncles were very friendly.

The King of Han is plotting treason, and I dare not pardon him.

But the King of Zhao showed no signs of rebellion, and I couldn't bear to disappoint the late emperor.

Later, when Zhu Gaoxu arrived in Beiping, he also said that he would try to send someone to conspire with you.

Li Yi, the head of the Ministry of Revenue, and Zhang Ben, the Minister of State, request that your Zhao Wang guards be reduced.

Zhu Zhanji didn't listen.

The following year, you gave up the Changshan Central Guard, the Herdsmen's Office, and the Ceremonial Guard's Officer School.

Zhu Zhanji ordered the recall of the guards, but did not recall the Ceremonial Guard Division...

You died in August of the sixth year of Xuande and were buried in Shou'an Mountain, Anyang County. You were posthumously named King Jian.

The eldest son Daoxi, the crown prince Zhu Zhanhu died early, and his son Zhu Zhanhu succeeded to the throne a year later..."

After hearing what his royal grandfather said, Zhu Gaosui couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

so far so good!

This result is quite good.

When it comes to the fight for the throne, the eldest and second in command have always been fighting fiercely.

He, the third child, was just watching the fun from the sidelines.

Although I had thought about how great it would be if I became an emperor and had some beautiful dreams.

But it was just a dream.

He knew that the position of emperor would never be his.

Although this ending is unremarkable, it is already very good compared to the delicious ending of the second one.

However, the only regret is that he died too early...

Zhu Gaosui felt relieved...

After this little episode, Zhu Yuanzhang quickly brought the topic back to the topic.

Then he told Yongle Zhu Di about his plan of how to clean up the north and conquer the grassland in one battle.

“This time, our plan is actually very simple.

The main reason is that your second brother-in-law, who came from the afterlife, knows the future.

I also know what the results of your third Northern Expedition were.

And remember what the war was like.

Next, we just need to make some corresponding responses according to the course of the war at that time..."

After hearing the truth from Zhu Yuanzhang, the eyes of Yongle, Zhu Di, Zhu Gaoxu and others lit up.

This is indeed very good news.

Things can indeed be done this way.

“Although, with our arrival, many things will definitely change in the future.

However, this third northern expedition is still not that far away.

As long as the confidentiality work is done very well in the future, the situation on the battlefield will not change much.

On the battlefield, there is a necessary condition, which is to know yourself and the enemy, so that you can win every battle.

Now your second brother-in-law is such a magical existence.

You can know the outcome of a battle and many corresponding details before the battle occurs.

Based on these, we will make strategic adjustments and take targeted actions next.

That's perfectly normal.

There is indeed a possibility of a draw with the grassland!"

The eyes of several people in the Yongle Dynasty suddenly lit up!
Zhu Yuanzhang looked at them and said, "This matter is extremely important, and you are all family members, so let's not talk about it directly.

But before I do, let me remind you that the news I am about to tell you is extremely important.

Any leakage of information will cause irreparable losses.

So you must keep your mouth shut and not reveal a single word!
Otherwise, if the Tatar Arutai and the Uriankhai people get to know our plan, it won’t work.

It is very likely that they will take advantage of your own trick and make another move.

If that happens, there will be no redemption for you!"

Zhu Yuanzhang's voice and expression became serious.

Prince of Han Zhu Gaoxu immediately nodded vigorously, indicating that what his grandfather the emperor said was right and he would remember it.

In the future, we will keep this information extra confidential and won't reveal a single word.

After the words fell, a sound of "ouch" was heard.

"Um...Grandpa Emperor, my grandson...my grandson has a severe stomachache. I'm going to the toilet!"

After Zhu Gaosui said this, he covered his stomach and ran away.

"I...I also have a severe stomachache. I'm going to the toilet too."

After saying this, Zhu Zhanji also limped away.

Zhu Gaosui stood here, looking at the scene, and scratched the big beard on his chin.

No...what's wrong with these two guys, the third brother and the eldest nephew?
Why did it become loose at the critical moment?
What's wrong?
Fortunately, I am in good health and my stomach is in good condition, so I don’t have diarrhea.

In the future, you won’t miss such great news.

Just as I was thinking this proudly, I heard a voice.

"Second brother, doesn't your stomach hurt? I think you can't hold it anymore and you're about to poop. Go to the toilet quickly!"

This voice belongs to old Zhu Di.

Upon hearing what his father said, Zhu Gaoxu was stunned.

No...why do I have to poop in my pants?
I don’t know yet, but my father knows?

I was just about to speak up to explain and argue.

But suddenly he met his father's eyes, which looked somewhat unfriendly.

Only then did Zhu Gaoxu realize what was going on.

He quickly covered his stomach.

"Um... Dad, you are amazing!
I really can't hold it back any longer!

Um... I'll go to the toilet too..."

Having said that, he covered his stomach and ran away.

"My stomach is also..."

The huge Zhu Gaochi also stood up, his face showing pain. "Gaochi, you are fine, your stomach is fine, sit down here and listen to me."

Yongle old Zhu Di's voice rang out, interrupting his words.
After hearing what his father said, Zhu Gaochi hummed and sat down.

The hands were also moved away from the fat belly.

The sincere look of pain on his face also disappeared in an instant...

Looking at this scene, Han Cheng felt like laughing a little.

Sure enough, when Yongle Zhu Di was still alive, his three sons and one grandson were all quite lively...

Han Cheng could understand why Emperor Yongle Zhu Di would drive his second son away and let his eldest son stay.

After all, in the eyes of Emperor Yongle Zhu Di, his second son was somewhat unreliable.

I also learned that this guy would have evil intentions in the future.

In this case, we must take further precautions.

According to Zhu Di's idea, he would definitely not let his second son participate in the next war.

To prevent him from making another contribution and creating a strong rival for the boss.

After his death, there was even greater turmoil.

As for the boss, it’s different.

Zhu Gaochi was the crown prince himself, and his father, Yongle Zhu Di, was his general who conquered the north.

Next, he will need to take care of many things including logistics.

Of course there is no need to hide it from him...

When Zhu Yuanzhang saw the arrangements made by Yongle Emperor Zhu Di, he didn't say much.

After a pause, he looked at Han Cheng and said, "Han Cheng, tell me about the details of the Northern Expedition."

Although Han Cheng told Zhu Yuanzhang about these things at the time, it is certainly impossible for Zhu Yuanzhang to remember them very clearly.

At least not as clearly as Han Cheng remembers.

Han Cheng heard this and did not refuse, he immediately said: "In the 20th year of Yongle, Fourth Brother, you decided to lead the expedition to Mobei in person.

The troops from Shandong, Henan, Shanxi, Shaanxi, Ningxia and other places were mobilized to Beijing.

They also transported 37 shi of military rations and stored them in various places along the way.

On March 21st, the 20th year of Yongle, you, fourth brother, adopted the strategic approach of marching straight into the enemy's lair.

He personally led his army to attack the Tatars.

On the seventh day of June, the army arrived at Qingping Town. In order to contain the Ming army, the Tatar leader Aluta divided his troops to attack Wanquan.

The fourth brother remained unmoved and led his troops northward.

On the fourth day of the seventh month, they arrived at Shahuyuan. Upon hearing the news, Alutai abandoned all his horses, camels, cattle, sheep and baggage and fled north with his family.

The fourth brother used the Wuliangha as Arutai's wing, and then led his troops to the southeast.

Attack the Uriankhai tribe.

First, select 2 infantry and cavalry, divide them into five routes, and destroy their base in a roundabout way.

He personally led tens of thousands of elite troops including Zheng Heng, Marquis of Wu'an, Wang Tong, Marquis of Chengshan, and Xue Lu, Marquis of Yangwu, to invite them to escape to the west.

The Ming army encountered tens of thousands of Wuliangha troops at the Qulier River and was severely defeated..."

Han Cheng's voice was heard in the room.

Yongle Zhu Di and Zhu Gaochi were both listening attentively with their ears pricked up.

When Han Cheng was talking to them, he felt somewhat emotional.

How can I explain this... As expected, when the eldest and the second oldest fight, the third oldest is most likely to die.

Originally, Yongle Emperor Zhu Di's target this time was Aluta.

As a result, Aluta saw that the situation was not good and ran away.

Then, the Wuliangha tribe, who were just watching the fun and playing the supporting role, were beaten so badly that Zhu Di was beaten to death...

After listening carefully to Han Cheng's story, Yongle Emperor Zhu Di sat inside with a pensive look on his face.

After a long while, he finally spoke and looked at Han Cheng, asking him questions in detail about some matters.

Strive to make it clearer.

Han Cheng also answered the questions one by one to the best of his ability.

After some careful questioning, a look of disappointment appeared on Yongle's face, and he already had some plans in mind.

It was just as his father had said.

With the existence of this magical second sister, it would be much easier for them to formulate a battle plan based on the information from the second brother-in-law.

It can also achieve greater results.

With his father and others around, he is confident that he can win the next battle against the grassland!

Not only the Tatars, but also the Uriankhai people will be wiped out.

The Wala side must be destroyed in one fell swoop!

If he doesn't kill these people, he won't be able to sleep well!

Don't rest your eyes!

At that moment, Yongle Zhu Di expressed some of his related ideas and verified them with his father.

Discuss with each other to come up with a better solution.

Next, it was time for Yongle Zhu Di and Zhu Yuanzhang to talk to each other.

Han Cheng just shut up.

When it comes to professional matters that he doesn't understand, he will never interrupt easily.

After all, he didn't understand this.

There is no need to say much about Zhu Yuanzhang, he really fought all the way.

He had made great military achievements and was particularly good at formulating military combat plans.

Old Zhu Di was no bad guy either, having spent his entire life in military service.

Fighting since young.

After the Jingnan Campaign, he led troops to fight many times.

Now, he is the most powerful commander of the Ming Dynasty.

Moreover, compared to people like him, he, who lived in this era and had fought with those people on the northern grasslands for many years, had a deeper understanding of them.

Therefore, the plan made becomes more detailed and more reasonable...

……

Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Di spent nearly a day and a night deliberating over it.

Only then was the matter finally settled.

Everything seemed perfect...

"Take your second son with you on this Northern Expedition."

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Yongle Lao Zhu and said.

The two of them spent such a long time here formulating and discussing plans without sleeping.

Zhu Yuanzhang still looked energetic.

Yongle Zhu Di was different, he looked tired.

When it comes to energy, he himself cannot compare to his father, who is a super-energetic man.

Moreover, he was over sixty at that time and older than his father.

When it comes to energy now, he is definitely not as good as his father.

After hearing what his father said, Yongle Zhu Di was stunned for a moment.

"Um...Father, I know that the second brother is indeed a very capable fighter.

He is definitely a qualified general on the battlefield.

But...but he can't go to the battlefield again.

He went to the battlefield, and his influence in the future will be huge..."

Zhu Yuanzhang shook his head and said, "I know what you are hesitating about.

I'm simply afraid that your second son will shine on the battlefield and achieve more military exploits.

Over the years, the contributions he made during the Jingnan Campaign have basically been consumed.

His prestige in the military is basically gone.

If it were at this time, he would be sent to the army to participate in the Northern Expedition.

This means that he will be trained with a lot of strength in an instant.

And you are not young anymore.

Once he is gone, I am afraid no one will be able to cure him in the future.

It will cause great chaos to the Ming Dynasty..."

Yongle Emperor Zhu Di nodded repeatedly, indicating that what his father said was right.

At the same time, I felt a little confused.

Since my father already understands all this, why does he still say such words at this time?
Zhu Yuanzhang said: "You are right to think this way about these things.

However, it is a bit too unfair to your second child.

It would be a waste of his talent if he couldn't fight on the battlefield!

You don't have to worry that he will cause big trouble in the future.

We might as well take a longer-term view.

Move it away from the country and place it abroad.

In addition to the Ming Dynasty, there are many places outside.

The area outside is really huge.

It is big enough to accommodate so many descendants of the Ming Dynasty royal family.

In the future, you can just lock your second child away from home.

It was sealed far away.

For example, get it to Annan, or further south, or to other farther places.

Let him take his men and create a new world for himself over there.

Wouldn’t that be great?
It would not only not bury his talents, but also allow him to continue to expand territory and build a foundation for the Ming Dynasty.

Moreover, only in those places can he become a true king..."

Upon hearing what Zhu Yuanzhang said, Yongle Zhu Di's eyes suddenly lit up.

What a big surprise!

The more he thought about it, the more excited he became. He couldn't help but slap his thigh and said, "Father, Father, this is a good idea!

Father, this is a great idea!
Why didn't the kid think of this method?"

Zhu Yuanzhang showed a perfectly reserved smile on his face.

Naturally, he would not tell his fourth son at this time that this idea was thought up by Han Cheng.

He silently accepted his son's admiration and praise for him.

Fortunately, they were the only two here at this time.

If there were other people from the Hongwu Chao who knew the inside story, they would definitely say that Zhu Yuanzhang was shameless!

After Zhu Yuanzhang told the story of the vassal kings' foreign titles, a huge stone in Yongle Zhu's heart instantly fell to the ground.

The whole person felt unusually relaxed.

But then, Zhu Yuanzhang and his men encountered a difficult problem.

That’s the problem of not having enough time!

They can only stay here for one month a year.

Now, it has been three days since they arrived.

Next, Emperor Yongle Zhu Di made various arrangements and then the troops went out to fight.

It takes a lot of time.

One month is not enough.

This problem is difficult to solve...

Zhu Yuanzhang went to ask Han Cheng, wanting Han Cheng to see if it was possible to extend the time from one month to one year, just like he had done before during the Chongzhen period.

That way, it would be enough for them to do a lot of things.

After a careful inspection, Han Cheng could only tell Zhu Yuanzhang with regret.

They only have one month, there is no way to extend the time.

This made Zhu Yuanzhang feel a little uncomfortable.

He has been preparing for this for so long.

How come at this last minute, someone came who I can’t attend? ?

This matter is really detrimental to one's mentality!

Could it be that I really can't participate in the Northern Expedition? (End of this chapter)