Imperial Palace, Fengtian Hall.
Not long after Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao returned from Zhao Prison, they received a memorial from Zhu Di.
The contents of Su Bai's lecture were written in detail.
Every detail was clear and perfectly restored.
Besides, the stubborn Fourth Brother of the Zhu Family had admitted his mistake and begged his father to forgive Su Bai.
Zhu Yuanzhang had a smile on his face as he carefully read the book twice from beginning to end. He laughed and scolded,
"Old Fourth, this little bastard, he went through so much trouble to save people."
"It's really hard on him to be able to remember so much content. It's like asking him to recite a book usually is killing him!”
"It was still too light!"
Seeing that Zhu Yuanzhang was in a good mood after reading it, Zhu Biao secretly heaved a sigh of relief. He hurriedly lifted the sedan chair from the side and said,
"Fourth brother's brain has been sharp since he was young. Although he is a little playful, his nature is not bad. With a little training, he will definitely become a great person in the future.”
"Now, with Mr. Smith's guidance, it's hard for Fourth Brother not to become a talent!”
Hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang's sharp gaze instantly fell on Zhu Biao. The latter subconsciously shivered and lowered his head without saying a word.
After a moment of silence, Zhu Yuanzhang retracted his gaze and said helplessly,
"You!"
"These little tricks are all in your stomach. You should give some to Fourth Brother!”
"There's no need for that indirect hint. I've changed my mind and won't kill Su Bai.”
"Are you satisfied now?"
Zhu Biao smiled when he heard that.
"Imperial Father is wise!"
"Congratulations to Imperial Father for getting another good minister.”
"With Mister Su's help, I'm sure…"
Before Zhu Biao could finish his flattery, Zhu Yuanzhang suddenly interrupted,
"Don't be too happy yet. We're going to pardon Su Bai.”
"But he didn't say to release him immediately, nor did he say to invite him to become an official in the court.”
Zhu Biao looked at Zhu Yuanzhang in disbelief, and the smile on his face froze. He said inexplicably,
"What does Imperial Father mean by this?"
"The day of the execution is approaching, and the imperial prison is about to be restless. If we let Teacher Su stay inside, it's hard to guarantee that any accidents will happen.”
Every time before the execution, the imperial prison would always make some noise.
Death was not scary, but knowing when to die was scary.
No matter how strong a man was, he would be devastated by the death countdown until his mind collapsed.
"I understand what you're saying.”
Zhu Yuanzhang waved his hand casually, signaling Zhu Biao not to be so nervous. Then, he said slowly,
"Boss, let me ask you, we are going to use Su Bai to take down Lee Shan Chang at the court meeting tomorrow, and at the same time, suppress and beat up Huaixi Group.”
"Do you think it's appropriate to let Su Bai out at this critical moment?”
"Su Bai is capable, but he's just a mortal.”
"Do you understand what I mean?"
After hearing Zhu Yuanzhang's explanation, Zhu Biao suddenly realized and exclaimed,"
"Father, are you worried that Huaixi's noble will harm Mister Su?”
"At the foot of the Son of Heaven, the place where the best is. Do they still have any respect for Imperial Father?”
Zhu Yuanzhang was not angry. He patted Zhu Biao's shoulder and said,"
"Boss, you're actually the same as Fourth Brother. You're still young and far from mature enough. Did we listen to Mr. Smith's lecture for nothing today?”
Zhu Biao was at a loss for words. He quickly calmed down and nodded.
"Your son misspoke, please forgive me, Imperial Father."
Zhu Yuanzhang didn't care at all. He chuckled and said,"
"Mr. Smith has a saying that is deeply ingrained in my heart: Even if you are the emperor, you can't do whatever you want.”
"It's father, your son remembers."
"Hmm, the treacherous court is not a pool of stagnant water in your eyes, but surging waves and endless undercurrents.”
Zhu Yuanzhang stood up and placed his hands behind his back. He stood by the window and looked into the distance.
"Those old guys from Huaixi are the important ministers of our Ming Dynasty, and they are even our brothers who have fought for the world!”
At this point.
Zhu Yuanzhang paused for a moment and shook his head with a bitter smile.
"But those old fellows are also proud soldiers and fierce generals. They are also jester who form cliques for personal gain."
"It's not that I can't see or that I'm blind, but what can I do?”
"The Great Ming Dynasty has been seized for us and supported us to sit on this throne. How can we extend our butcher's knife over?”
"As long as we don't go too far, we can turn a blind eye. There are really not many of our old brothers left!”
As soon as he finished speaking.
Zhu Biao lowered his head and fell silent.
The conversation between father and son did not need a thousand words, nor did it need to be too thorough.
As a father, with a light tap, his son would be able to understand everything.
The emperor was not a saint, but he had his own selfish motives.
Zhu Yuanzhang would not punish the Huaixi people for a small Su Bai.
If Su Bai was killed after he got out of prison, it would be a wasted death and no one would care!
Zhu Di might help his teacher, but what could he do?
He couldn't possibly slaughter Huaixi's nobility with a single horse and a single sword, right?
Thinking of this, Zhu Biao couldn't help but sigh and bow,"
"Your son has learned a lesson!"
Zhu Yuanzhang nodded his head in relief and said,"
"There's another question. It was brought up by Mr. Smith today, but you didn't take note of it.”
"When considering problems, you have to be comprehensive, especially when facing national affairs. You must not put any personal emotions into it, or else you will harm others and yourself!”
"Su Bai is indeed a rare talent in the world, but don't forget, he is also a member of Yang Xian's family.”
"Even if they are relatives who are completely unrelated, they haven't enjoyed any benefits, but they still haven't escaped from the nine clans.”
"Your status is too low!"
Zhu Yuanzhang shook his head and sighed.
"Such a sensitive identity, how can we let him enter the court as an official? If we let a death row prisoner enter the court, where is our dignity? How can he convince the masses?"
"I don't need to tell you what those old fogies from Huaixi are like.”
"There are a bunch of problems that we haven't solved yet. Have you considered them?”
The moment he finished speaking, there was complete silence.
The atmosphere in the hall suddenly became oppressive.
After listening to Zhu Yuanzhang's sincere teachings, Zhu Biao was so ashamed that he felt ashamed. Only then did he realize his naivety.
"Your son knows his mistake. It was your son who lacked consideration.”
"Forget it. It's still a little too early for you to listen to what we're saying. If you can't accept it, take your time. There's still a long time.”
Zhu Yuanzhang returned to his desk and took out a book from the pile of memorials.
"Go back and sleep early. We have to work too.”
"Let's leave Fourth Brother alone for now, don't bother about him.”
"Let's deal with Li Shan Zhang first!”
Zhu Biao hesitated for a moment and said,"
"Father, I will help you."
"I don't need you. If you really have nothing to do, then help us write a denunciation!”
"A denunciation?"
Zhu Biao didn't understand what he meant.
"Yes, it's a denunciation. We need to use it tomorrow!”
Zhu Yuanzhang laughed and pulled Zhu Biao to sit beside him.
"Come here, listen to me, write like this."
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Edict prison.
In the prison.
Zhu Di was lying flat on the straw mat with his palms behind his head and his legs crossed happily.
The word 'success' was almost engraved on his forehead.
He turned to look at the drunk Su Bai.
Zhu Di was full of ambition and thought,
"It's settled this time!"
"Tomorrow, the old man will have to carry eight palanquins to get Mr. Smith out of prison!”
"It's steady!"
"It still has to be me!"
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Kneel, flowers, evaluation, and reward!
This was very important to the author!
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