When Zhu Houzhao heard this, he turned his gaze to Huo Du and smiled."You are not joking. Since I have agreed, I will naturally not go back on my word.”
"Thank you, Emperor Ming!"
When Huo Du heard Zhu Houzhao's words, he was overjoyed and quickly thanked Zhu Houzhao.
In the past two days, Huo Du had witnessed Zhu Houzhao's ruthless methods. He no longer dared to underestimate this young Emperor Ming.
At this moment, Huo Du only wanted to stay far away from Zhu Houzhao. After returning to the Dayuan Empire, he would never come to Great Ming again.
It wasn't just Huo Du. Zhu Budian, Cao Zhengchun, and Zhuge Zhengwo were also much more cautious about Zhu Houzhao.
As for Yu Huatian, Zhu Houzhao had always been the supreme being in his heart.
Zhu Houzhao smiled and said," There's no need to be so polite. The Ming Dynasty is far away from Dayuan. I'm worried that something might happen to Prince Huo Du on the way, so I arranged for the West Military Governor, Yu Huatian, to personally escort Prince Huo Du back to Dayuan.”
"Yes, Your Majesty." Yu Huatian did not hesitate at all when he heard Zhu Houzhao's words and immediately agreed respectfully.
Zhu Budian, Cao Zhengchun, and Zhuge Zhengwo's eyes flashed as if they had understood something. They were more respectful of Zhu Houzhao.
Huo Du also sensed that something was wrong. He forced a smile and said,"Thank you for your kindness, Emperor Ming. However, there is no need to trouble the Rain Governor, right?”
"What?" Zhu Houzhao asked lightly. Does Prince Huo Du mean that he plans to stay in Great Ming for a long time? If that's the case, I welcome it very much.”
Hearing Zhu Houzhao's words, Huo Du hurriedly shook his head and said,"Your Majesty, you've misunderstood. I'm saying that I can go back to Dayuan by myself.”
Zhu Houzhao waved his hand and said indifferently,""It's settled then."
Zhu Houzhao looked deeply at Yu Huatian and said in a deep voice,"Yu Huatian, you must personally escort Prince Huo Du on his way. You can only return when you reach Dayuan. Do you understand what I mean?"
Yu Huatian's eyes flashed slightly. He cupped his fists at Zhu Houzhao and said respectfully,"I understand."
Huo Du listened to the conversation between Zhu Houzhao and Yu Huatian, and his heart was filled with despair.
However, Huo Du still held back and did not make things clear.
Because Huo Du didn't want to resign himself to his fate. Perhaps he could think of a way to escape Yu Huatian halfway.
Zhu Houzhao waved his hand and said lightly,""Go ahead."
" I shall take my leave," Yu Huatian said respectfully as he bowed to Zhu Houzhao.
Immediately after, Yu Huatian walked to Huo Du's side and said indifferently,"Prince Huo Du, please."
Huo Du felt helpless and could only bid farewell to Zhu Houzhao before leaving the palace with Yu Huatian.
As soon as they left the palace, Yu Huatian immediately made a move and knocked Huo Du unconscious. Then, he bought a carriage and rushed towards the direction of the Dayuan Empire.
Poor Huo Du, he had all sorts of schemes in his heart, but he did not have the slightest chance to use them. He had been unconscious the entire time and was brought to the territory of the Dayuan Empire by Yu Huatian. Then, he was easily killed by Yu Huatian.
Of course, this was a story for another time.
In Yangxin Palace, after Yu Huatian left with Huo Du, Zhu Houzhao looked at Zhu Bujue, Zhuge Zhengwo, and Cao Zhengchun and said,"Imperial Uncle, Divine Marquis, and Supervisor Cao, is there anything else?”
The three of them looked at each other. Zhu Budian took a step forward and bowed slightly to Zhu Houzhao. He asked,"In the past two days, many officials in the court have been purged because they colluded with other countries. I wonder if the emperor has any arrangements for the vacant positions?”
"Don't worry, Imperial Uncle," Zhu Houzhao said lightly,"I already have a plan in mind.”
Zhu Houzhao originally wanted to arrange a position for his trusted aide in the imperial court. Now that it was a very good opportunity, he naturally would not miss it.
"That's for the best." Zhu ignored him.”
After saying that, Zhu Budian retreated to the side, indicating that there was nothing else.
Zhuge Zhengwo pondered for a while and said slowly,"This time, the Great Yuan Empire and the Great Jin Empire have secretly targeted the Emperor and the Empress Dowager, and even successfully kidnapped the Empress Dowager. I believe that the Imperial Palace must be carefully guarded. In addition, I should submit a letter of credence to the Great Yuan Empire and the Great Jin Empire to condemn the actions of the two countries.”
Zhu Houzhao nodded slightly." Divine Lord's suggestion is good. In terms of the defense of the palace, I have already let the West Chamber and the Jinyiwei replace the East Chamber. I believe they can do a good job." As for the matter of submitting the credentials to the Dayuan Empire and the Dajin Empire, I plan to hand it over to the cabinet tomorrow.”
" Your Majesty is wise." Zhuge Zhengwo praised Zhu Houzhao and retreated to the side.
Hearing Zhu Houzhao's words, Cao Zhengchun felt wronged, but there was nothing he could do. He couldn't protect the Empress Dowager.
Zhu Houzhao glanced at Cao Zhengchun and said lightly,""If there's nothing else, you can leave first.”
"I will take my leave!"
Upon hearing Zhu Houzhao's words, Zhu Budian, Cao Zhengchun, and Zhuge Zhengwo saluted Zhu Houzhao respectfully at the same time and left Yangxin Palace Hall.
After the three of them left, Zhu Houzhao began to recall some of the officials who were loyal to him and had the ability but no status.
Zhu Houzhao remembered their names and the positions they were going to be appointed to. He was going to announce them to the public when he went to court.
"Oh, it's still more comfortable to cultivate.”
He took notes while thinking. After an hour, he finally made the arrangements. Zhu Houzhao could not help but stretch and sigh.
"Emperor, Cheng Fei requests an audience."
Zhu Houzhao had just finished stretching when the voice of the head eunuch Eunuch Sun came from the door.
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