Rebirth of Yongle Merry

The season gradually shifted from spring to summer, and the construction of houses in Nancheng was coming to an end, and Shen Yunxu's refurbishment of Siqiju for Qi Kan was basically completed.

July is hot, and there is a hot sun everywhere.Shen Yunxu sat on the ground under the shade of a tree, holding a drawing board and a charcoal pen to outline the composition.Above his head, Maemis sang continuously, and in front of him was a clear and flowing stream.

"Young master, is this stone beautiful?"

Shen Kunwu rolled up his sleeves and trouser legs, bent over to scoop up stones in the stream.His skin was originally dark, but after half a summer of sun exposure, his body that had not yet fully grown became more and more like a small black bean.Shen Yunxu looked up at the pebbles he held up in his hand, the colorful textures were clearly visible under the sunlight.

"Well, it's beautiful."

"Brother Qi will definitely like it very much."

Shen Kunwu put the stone in his pocket as if he had found a treasure, and the relationship between him and Qi Zhaonan became better and better after a few months.Shen Yunxu raised his eyebrows, "Kunwu, do I think you are too partial? Are you not afraid of my jealousy?"

"If you like it, son, I'll give you another piece."

"No."

Shen Yunxu shook his head hastily, "If Qi Zhaonan knew that you gave him a stone, and I have a similar one, he would have to stare at me a few blood holes."

Shen Kunwu laughed innocently.

Shen Yunxu straightened up and said, "I'll take a walk downstream. Call me loudly when you fill up the bucket. Remember to scoop up evenly-sized stones, otherwise you won't be able to use them when you go back."

"I know, son, be careful."

The stones that have been scoured and polished by the stream for a long time are exceptionally smooth. Shen Yunxu walked downstream along the stream.The fragrance of flowers is everywhere, the ridge turns, and the stream is sometimes wide, sometimes narrow, sometimes slow, and sometimes urgent.After turning a few corners, the scenery in front of me suddenly opened up. The stream converged into a small pool, and the shore was covered with aquatic plants, reeds and unknown wild flowers.

Shen Yunxu was already covered in sweat, and the cool breath of the stream rushed to his face.

The stream is silent and there is no sound everywhere, so there shouldn't be anyone coming here, right?

Unable to bear the yearning for the clear water, he undressed, took off his shoes and socks, and stepped into the water naked.

The cool water soaked his chest, and the heat dissipated all of a sudden. Shen Yunxu scooped up the clear water with his hands and poured it on his steaming body.

The low branches were pushed aside, Zhu Di held a short black bow, and quickly followed the escaped hare.

On the green grass, a small group of gray shadows curled up. He drew his bow and took aim at his prey.The hare noticed something, kicked its hind legs and jumped up close to the ground, and the arrow in Zhu Di's hand was shot out immediately.The hare jumped up to the back of the stone vigilantly, and shot an arrow in the air. He was startled by a figure flickering in front of him, and it was too late to take back the short arrow.

"careful!"

With a sudden shout from behind, Shen Yunxu turned around abruptly, with a "hiss", the sharp arrow had already grazed his shoulder, tearing his flesh, and blood gushed out immediately.

He just missed falling into the water.

"How are you?"

Zhu Di hurried into the water and grabbed Shen Yunxu's arm vigorously.

Shen Yunxu's face turned pale from the pain, he could only bite his lower lip and shake his head. "Why are you here?" Zhu Di had already recognized him, and at the same time saw clearly that he was naked. The two looked at each other, feeling embarrassed.The pale pink protrusions, the smooth belly, and the tenderness of the lower body were all reflected in the clear stream, and Shen Yunxu's face was almost on fire.Zhu Di tore off his coat and put it on him, then reached out and picked him up from the water.

"I'll carry you back to shore."

Shen Yunxu's wound was bleeding continuously, Zhu Di pulled a handful of grass leaves, chewed them in his mouth, and applied them to the wound, then drew out a short knife, cut a strip of cloth from his coat, and bound the wound tightly for him.Although the wound was still painful, it finally stopped bleeding.Zhang Fu and other guards called out not far away, and Zhu Di raised his voice to respond, but Shen Yunxu grabbed his hand in desperation, "My lord, let me get dressed first!"

The front was only focused on healing, Shen Yunxu's body was only wrapped in a coat at the moment.

In desperation, Shen Yunxu's strength was very strong, Zhu Di's eyes fell on the back of his hand, he lowered his eyes, and retracted his hand embarrassingly. "It's okay." Zhu Di patted him on the shoulder, then stood up and turned his body on his back.

Shen Yunxu endured the pain, and hastily put his clothes back on his body.

The changed coat was already stained with blood, and a section was torn off, making it impossible to wear it again.Zhu Di was only wearing white single clothes, and raised his voice to call Zhang Fu and the rest of the guards over.

"Yun Xu? Why are you here?"

Zhang Fu arrived with his guards and looked suspiciously at Shen Yunxu, who was pale and clenched his lower lip in pain, while Zhu Di next to him was only wearing a close-fitting underwear.What happened between the two of them?

"Kunwu and I are quarrying stones here."

Shen Yunxu raised his head, "Commander Zhang, can you call Kunwu over for me?"

Shen Kunwu rushed over quickly, holding a half bucket of stones in one hand, and Shen Yunxu's painting tools in the other.The Qi family's carriage brought them over and then left. It was agreed to pick them up at dusk. Now that Shen Yunxu was injured, he could only walk back early.Zhu Di's green horse has been brought over by the guards, who also found a coat for him.Zhang Fu originally wanted to carry Shen Yunxu to his horse, but he was one step ahead of him.

"I'll take you back."

Zhu Di carried Shen Yunxu onto the horse's back, then turned himself over and rode on it.

Shen Yunxu closed his eyes helplessly from the pain, Zhang Fu stood on the spot, watching Zhu Di hugging him tightly to his chest, riding the horse further and further away, staying for a long time, before getting on the horse and chasing after him.

Back at Siqiju, Zhu Di got off his horse in the courtyard and reached out to hug Shen Yunxu.

Qi Kan and Qi Zhaonan rushed over upon hearing the news, and Zhu Di asked, "Where is his room? Call a doctor to come and have a look. He was injured by an arrow."

Shen Kunwu led the way, and Zhu Di carried Shen Yunxu all the way back to the room.

The boy in his arms kept his eyes half-opened and half-closed, biting his lower lip reluctantly.Zhu Di's eyes swept over his face, remembering that day after the dragon looked up, he stood shivering in the ruins wearing only a thin coat, and then in his study, he raised his head, his eyes as black as jade, followed by Looking at his fingers, his eyes fell on the drawing on the wall of the horse's head.

The eldest son, Zhu Gaochi, was already fifteen. This young man seemed to be about the same age as him, but when he was held in his arms, the feeling that rose in Zhu Di's heart was not father and son, elders or juniors.This boy has eyes that don't match his age, and he can easily follow his thoughts.

Shen Yunxu was put on the bed, and he opened his eyes slightly.

The back of his hand was patted lightly with a calloused big hand, "Don't worry, it's fine."

Why do you always pat his hand to comfort him like this, does he look so weak?Shen Yunxu thought it was funny, but the wound was pulled, and he frowned in pain.Zhu Di had already left in front of him, and the doctor took his place and began to treat Shen Yunxu's wound.

Zhu Di stepped out of Shen Yunxu's room, and Qi Kan respectfully sent him out.

"The arrow wound on Shen Yunxu's body was caused by this king. If there is any need, send someone to Yan Wang's mansion and tell me, and this king will do it immediately."

"The old man understands."

Zhu Di walked out of Siqiju all the way, he was too hasty just now with Shen Yunxu in his arms, he didn't care about the scenery on both sides.Calm down and walk slowly, only to find that in the renovated courtyard, every scene and everything reveals ingenuity.

There are nine stone steps in front of the door, which are paved with textured stones. Green grasses are planted in the gaps of the stone steps, and every step you step up reveals a simple and natural atmosphere.The ground of the courtyard is paved with Wukang stone, and the path among the flowers and trees is built with broken tiles obliquely. After a spring of rain, there are still traces of moss on it.In the whole courtyard, it is not obvious that there is any place that spent a lot of money to build, but after stepping in, it is cool and cool, and the heat is gone, making people feel extremely happy.

Zhu Di glanced at Qi Kan, "Mr. Qi lives in a good place."

Qi Kan responded with a smile, "It's all thanks to Yun Xu, he has been taking care of this garden since spring."

"The courtyard is tidy and the house is clean. Those who live forget their old age, and those who travel forget their tiredness." Zhu Di stood in the center of the courtyard, raised his eyebrows and looked around, "I really have the urge to exchange my palace with Mr. Qi."

"Your Highness is joking."

"My lord will go back today, and I will come to see Shen Yunxu in two days. Mr. Qi doesn't need to send him off any further." Zhu Di looked away, and Zhang Fu was still standing outside the door, waiting for the doctor to bandage Shen Yunxu's wound. Said: "Zhang Fu, go home!"

Zhang Fu cast his gaze into the room, Shen Yunxu turned his head and smiled at him, and he reluctantly followed Zhu Di to leave.

Two days later, Zhu Di really came to visit Shen Yunxu.

After resting for two days, Shen Yunxu's wound was no longer serious.It was dusk, and he sat painting under the trellis covered with vines, and the orange-red glow filled his whole body.Raising his head, he saw Qi Kan and Zhang Fu walking towards him, following behind Zhu Di.

"Can I call you Yun Xu?"

Zhu Di approached with a gentle smile. He was wearing a white satin brocade robe this day, and his hair was tied with a golden crown. Because the weather was too hot, he didn't wear cloud-climbing boots, and he wore a pair of thin-soled cloth shoes on his feet.Shen Yunxu quickly put down the drawing and stood up, "Your Majesty, do whatever you want."

"How's your injury?"

"It's all right now."

"There is rust on the arrow cluster. If you find symptoms of tetanus, fatigue, dizziness, and muscle twitching, you must speak immediately."

Shen Yunxu choked for a moment, "I'm fine."

Zhu Di was obviously in a good mood to scare him, and said with a bright smile: "Since there is no serious problem, why don't you show me this garden."

He took the lead and walked in front, Shen Yunxu followed, Zhang Fu and Qi Kan also accompanied him.

"What kind of stone is used here? Artificial holes?"

Zhu Di stopped in front of the fake stone mountain, and asked Shen Yunxu casually, "Why don't you just use Taihu stone?"

Shen Yunxu tapped the stone with his knuckles, "Of course it is best to use Taihu stones. The Taihu stones in the water are the most precious. After being impacted and eroded by waves for many years, the holes are formed naturally, and they can make a crisp sound when knocked. The stones used here It is a dry stone on the mountain, and the hole is dug by hand. After a period of time, the chisel marks disappear, and it will naturally have an elegant feeling, but the sound will not be clear. The Taihu stone on Qionghua Island in the prince's mansion, according to records, was originally from the The 'Hua Shi Gang' transported from Bianliang. Naturally, there is no comparison here."

"You really know how to use local materials. Are you really only 16 years old this year?"

Zhu Di looked at Shen Yunxu, his eyes were extremely light purple, under the reflection of the sun at this moment, they were as deep and bright as the starry sky in the eternal night.

Shen Yunxu almost blurted out "25", paused, and then replied, "The false age is actually seventeen."

"It really is a young talent."

Zhu Di's eyes were full of admiration, "Yun Xu, are you willing to enter my palace? Build an exquisite and small garden for me according to the gardens in the south of the Yangtze River?"

Shen Yunxu raised his head in astonishment, completely unexpected that Zhu Di would make such a request all of a sudden.

"Uncle."

Zhang Fu secretly tugged on Qi Kan's sleeve, as long as he opened his mouth, Shen Yunxu would definitely not agree.As a result, Qi Kan said wrongly, "Yun Xu, it's your honor to be appreciated by the lord, why do you hesitate?" Zhang Fu was so angry that he turned his back.

Shen Yunxu's heart was actually in a mess.

This is a great opportunity to get close to Zhu Di, but he couldn't say yes to those lavender eyes looking at him calmly.This person, nine years later, will ascend to the throne of God and take over the world. Is he really capable of changing his decision to kill ten clans?

Zhu Di never looked away, obviously waiting for his answer.

Shen Yunxu's ears were buzzing, and he heard himself say, "I hope Yunxu won't disappoint the prince."

In the end, he agreed to Zhu Di's request.

"Yandi Luantan (both historical data and gossip)" - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

No.11 bomb: Yongle moved the capital.

Beiping is the land where Zhu Di prospered. He has been operating here for many years, and his foundation is relatively stable.Therefore, since he ascended the throne, he has been preparing for the transfer of the capital from Nanjing to Peiping.

Beiping was the center of trade between the Han and Mongolian ethnic groups as well as an important political and military location in the north. Setting up the capital here could not only fight against the Mongols invading from the north, but also further control the northeast region, which was conducive to maintaining national unity.In the first year of Yongle, Zhu Di issued an edict to take Beiping as Beijing and change Beiping Mansion to Shuntian Mansion.In the fourth year of Yongle (1406 A.D.), officials in Beiping began to recruit millions of craftsmen and civilian husbands to officially build the Beijing Palace.In the first month of the 19th year of Yongle, Zhu Di sacrificed in the southern suburbs of Beijing, and the relocation of the capital was basically completed.From then until the fall of the Ming Dynasty, Beijing has been the capital of the Ming Dynasty.

Zhu Di's decision to move the capital left behind grand buildings such as the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, and the Taimiao for later generations. This precious cultural heritage cannot be erased even by the years.In the past, when Emperor Wei Xiaowen moved his capital, he almost used a "cheat" method to get his ministers to Luoyang. If Zhu Di moved his capital calmly, it can be seen that it was also an "attack". The skill of inserting cucumbers into chrysanthemums was also due to human factors vary.