Gao Chi of the Ming River

While Zhou Wang was squatting on the ground thinking hard, Zhu Gaochi, who had already got into the carriage, said solemnly to Zhu Gaoxu and Zhu Gaosui who were bewildered, "If in a few days, Uncle Zhou Wang comes to you to hunt, you go with him, what does he want you to do?" , you listen to him too. Do you know?"

Zhu Gaoxu was puzzled, "Why? Can we trust Uncle Zhou Wang?"

Zhu Gaochi said seriously, "Others, I can't believe it, but Uncle Zhou Wang, you can believe it!"

Zhu Gaoxu and Zhu Gaosui looked at each other, although they were puzzled, they still nodded solemnly.

Seeing Zhu Gaoxu and Zhu Gaosui nodding, Zhu Gaochi heaved a sigh of relief.

Why do you believe Uncle Zhou Wang?

First, because of what Dao Yan said.

That day, a few days before he came to Nanjing, he went to Daqingshou Temple to find Daoyan.

He talked with Dao Yan about the envoy from the capital coming soon, and that he was going to Nanjing.

He asked Yan, "Among the vassal kings of various places, who can form an alliance?"

Dao Yan shook his head, "The cutting of feudal clans has not really started yet, and the emperor's grandson has not yet ascended the throne, and the cutting of feudal clans is just a rumor. Maybe the princes of various places also have the idea of ​​​​an alliance in their hearts, but the name is not right, and I am afraid it will only attract people from all over the world. condemnation..." Speaking of this, Dao Yan had a deep meaning, "This is also an opportunity that the prince has been waiting for..."

At that time, his heart was shocked.Then he nodded knowingly.

Seeing him nodding, Dao Yan smiled gratifiedly, and continued, "So, at this time... I'm afraid that in order to avoid suspicion, the princes of various places will not form an alliance, but will only protect themselves."

He frowned slightly, could there be no one to unite with?Didn't he become "going alone" in Nanjing?

Dao Yan saw that his eyebrows were slightly wrinkled, so he smiled and said, "There is one person, the son may try..."

"Also ask the teacher to give pointers."

"Prince Zhou! The prince's brother!"

"Why him?"

"Please don't ask too much, my son. If you trust the poor monk, please give it a try."

……

Although he was puzzled, Zhu Gaochi trusted Daoyan very much.

This monk teacher is ambitious, but he is loyal to their father and son, especially to himself, he has always treated each other sincerely and raised points in many ways.

Therefore, when he saw the king of Zhou today, he boldly raised this somewhat inexplicable request to the king of Zhou.

Time, place, is not the time.

But Zhu Gaochi couldn't care less.

With the dense eyes of Xu Mansion and Zhu Yunqi's temptations, Zhu Gaochi was afraid that once he returned to Xu Mansion, it would be difficult to leave the mansion again.

At that time, Zhu Gaoxu and Zhu Gaosui may be trapped in Nanjing with him.

Today, Zhu Yunqi half-tested and half-seriously asked Gao Xu and Gao Sui to return to Beiping, but when Zhu Yunwen gently took them over, Zhu Gaochi smiled wryly, fearing that it would be really difficult to leave.

But if he saw King Zhou at the gate of the palace, then he would have another chance.

and so……

No matter how abrupt, rash, or inappropriate, he will give it a try!

Now, King Zhou has agreed.

Then there is hope for Gao Xu and Gao Sui.

As for himself, Zhu Gaochi had a bitter face in his heart, so he had to resign himself to fate!

Hey!

After returning to Xu Mansion, Zhu Gaochi smiled gently at Xu Zengshou, who hurriedly came to greet him, looking at the seemingly increased number of patrolling guards, "Second Uncle..."

"My son! Two young masters, you are back....Ahem, these...Because the capital has not been very peaceful recently, so...My son, I think it is better for you not to leave the house..." Xu Zengshou said with some hesitation with.

When Zhu Gaoxu and Zhu Gaosui heard this, their faces darkened, and even their eyebrows and eyes were filled with anger.

But Zhu Gaochi laid his hands behind his back leisurely, and sighed softly, "You two uncles, please worry about it! Grandpa Huang is gone now...we are not in the mood to go out, so...don't worry, uncle."

Xu Zengshou was startled, seeing Zhu Gaochi's gentle and seemingly sad expression, he couldn't help smiling.

The son... as expected is the prince's son!

After Zhu Gaochi finished speaking, he turned his head to Zhu Gaoxu and Zhu Gaosui and said solemnly, "You guys also give me peace of mind! You are not allowed to go anywhere!" After a pause, he said seriously, "If you have to go out, you have to talk to the two uncles. ,do you know?!"

Zhu Gaoxu and Zhu Gaosui looked at Zhu Gaochi with a solemn face, although they were depressed, they had no choice but to agree.

Seeing Zhu Gaoxu and Zhu Gaosui's response, Zhu Gaochi nodded in satisfaction, turned to Xu Zengshou and said with a smile, "It really bothered my uncle."

"Don't dare, dare not..." Xu Zengshou said modestly, paused, and then said in a low voice, "It's just a few days... Maybe in a few days, the security of the capital will be improved..."

maybe?

Zhu Gaochi smiled, I'm afraid...it's hard to say.

After chatting with Xu Zengshou for a few more words, they went back to the yard.

In front of the yard, there were obviously a few more patrolling guards.

And in the courtyard, servants and maidservants also had a few more faces.

Zhu Gaochi was worried, the more people there were, the more lively it would be, but he didn't like the excitement, if it was too lively, he would get a headache!He likes to be quiet.

So... I couldn't help but think of the quiet, warm and quiet Songzhuyuan with my father...

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It was night, Zhu Gaochi still opened the window, not too big or too small.

Still tossing and turning, but unable to sleep.

Zhu Gaochi raised his hand, rubbed his eyes, and sighed.

This is already his eighth day in Peking! ! !

I only sleep for two or three hours a day, and I have to deal with the comings and goings of officials and relatives during the day... Zhu Gaochi rubbed his belly, huh?It seems that there is no such fleshy feeling?

Some comfort in my heart.

Turn over, close your eyes, try to count the sheep...

One, two, three...

After a while, Zhu Gaochi slowly opened his eyes, smiled wryly, and couldn't help but touch his hand under the pillow...

Still... empty.

Zhu Gaochi couldn't help but closed his eyes and smiled wryly, is he...bewitched?

Obviously knowing that it is impossible for the old man to write a letter to himself suddenly like before...

But I still have to feel under the pillow every night...

Stubborn self-righteous anticipation...

One day, a letter will suddenly appear under the pillow...

but……

Glancing at the patrolling guards who passed by again outside the window, how could such close surveillance be possible?

and……

Dad must be watched to death now.Still pretending to be sick...

How do you still have time and energy to care about yourself?

Zhu Gaochi slowly closed his eyes again, muttering in his heart, go to sleep, go to sleep...

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On this day, Zhu Gaochi went to the flower hall of the Xu Mansion just as he did in the past few days, to meet officials of unknown grades, listen to their lies and hints...

Zhu Gaochi's heart is depressed, what name should be given to him by the emperor's grandson Zhu Yunqi?

Call the officials to talk to him, and then praise the emperor's grandson Zhu Yunqi for being kind and wise, and how kind he is to the royal family...

Or just bluntly scold those rebellious officials and thieves in front of him...

Did something go wrong? !

Didn't their old Zhu's family start from a rebellion?

If the old man or the grandpa heard it, would you still be alive?

Even if you want to break him into "one of your own", please find someone who can talk.

Zhu Gaochi sighed in his heart, it has been eight days in a row.

He is already bored!

Looking at the flower hall in front of him, Zhu Gaochi silently prayed in his heart, God bless, this person can speak less today!

After entering the flower hall.He looked at a middle-aged man in his 40s who was standing respectfully and solemnly.

Zhu Gaochi blinked slightly, this one seemed a little different.

"Fang Xiaoru pays homage to the crown prince!"

Fang Xiaoru?Zhu Gaochi was a little surprised, could it be Fang Xiaoru who the monk teacher said was very knowledgeable and strong? ?

With a gentle smile, Zhu Gaochi cupped his hands, "Your Excellency is very polite."

Fang Xiaoru nodded slightly, but did not answer, his expression still serious.

After Zhu Gaochi sat down on the first seat, Fang Xiaoru just sat down, but closed his eyes and said nothing.

Zhu Gaochi was taken aback.

What is this for?

Zhu Gaochi turned his head to look at Fang Xiaoru with his eyes closed, and thought for a while, that's all, since he doesn't want to speak, that's even better!

So Zhu Gaochi followed Fang Xiaoru's example and closed his eyes slightly.

then……

Two cups of tea passed.

Zhu Gaochi opened his eyes, and Fang Xiaoru also slowly opened his eyes when he saw Fang Xiaoru.

Seeing Fang Xiaoru looking over, Zhu Gaochi smiled.

"Your Majesty is really extraordinary." Fang Xiaoru nodded with admiration in his eyes.

Zhu Gaochi stood up, cupped his hands respectfully, "Mr.

Fang Xiaoru raised his eyebrows slightly, and looked at Zhu Gaochi, "Why did your son suddenly call me Mr.?"

"Because sir is very unusual." Zhu Gaochi said with a smile.

He was ordered to come here, but he didn't say a word, and sat quietly with two cups of tea, still calm and relaxed.

This Fang Xiaoru...

Fang Xiaoru stared at Zhu Gaochi with a stern expression, and his eyes suddenly became sharp.

Zhu Gaochi still smiled gently, looking at Fang Xiaoru quietly, without any hesitation.

After a while, Fang Xiaoru smiled.The smile reveals realization and a touch of regret.

He raised his hands and bowed respectfully.Fang Xiaoru turned around and wanted to leave.

Zhu Gaochi said at this time, "Would you like to give me a gift, sir?"

Fang Xiaoru paused, turned his head slightly, and looked at Zhu Gaochi who was still smiling.

After pondering for a while, Fang Xiaoru slowly said, "Please take pity on Shengmin."

Zhu Gaochi was taken aback.

After Fang Xiaoru finished speaking, he turned around and strode away.

Zhu Gaochi stared at Fang Xiaoru's back, scratched his head, confused, pity Shengmin?

What do you mean?

Is he brutal?Um?

Puzzled, Zhu Gaochi simply turned around and went back to the yard, intending to take a good rest in the afternoon.

After entering the room, Zhu Gaochi dared to lie down on the bed, and got up with an ouch.

Rubbing the back of my head, it hurts!

Something under the pillow?

Zhu Gaochi touched it suspiciously, and found something hard and square.

Pulling it out, Zhu Gaochi couldn't help but startled, and his heart began to beat rapidly.

Is it...

Zhu Gaochi opened the box with trembling fingers.

Waiting to open the box.Zhu Gaochi was dumbfounded.

Inside the box... is a clay figurine that is [-]% like his father...

Daddy...

What a daddy...

Zhu Gaochi's eyes were a little dazed, and his heart was sour.

Dad really wrote?

Pick up the clay figurine, under the clay figurine, press a note.

Spread out the note:

Brat, you didn't take the clay figurine you asked you to take with you! !Also, that Zhu Yunqi will be bad for you, so be careful!Dad will figure it out!You will be fine!