It had been twenty-three years since the Great Ming Dynasty unified the world.
In these 23 years, not only did Great Ming expel Meng Yuan and restore China, the entire Great Ming also began to flourish. Although there were still many problems that needed to be resolved, there were gradually signs of prosperity.
It could even be predicted that as long as Crown Prince Zhu Biao ascended the throne, then Great Ming would definitely be able to enter a prosperous era.
Only Zhu Bai knew that in this peace, chaos would soon break out.
In the twenty-fifth year of Hongwu, which was two years later, after Crown Prince Zhu Biao returned from his inspection of Shaanxi, he died of a cold. The entire Ming Dynasty was instantly thrown into turmoil.
Then, because the country was in turmoil, Zhu Yuanzhang and his cheap father were afraid that Zhu Yunwen would not be able to control the court, so they started the massacre sequence.
Of course, all of this had nothing to do with Zhu Bai.
If he didn't consider his future situation, the current Zhu Bai simply didn't want to bother with him.
But thinking about the miserable way of dying recorded in the records, Zhu Bai felt that he still had to find a way out for himself.
And now, it was undoubtedly a way out.
"From now on, merchants are not allowed to trade in the sea. The coastal residents are to move 50 miles inland. Those who violate the rules or cross the border will be beheaded regardless of whether they are officials or civilians.”
The eunuch's sharp voice gradually entered his ears.
In the twenty-third year of Hongwu, on top of the previous ban on the interaction between the country's people and foreigners, the cheapskate father issued a new order to prohibit foreigners from entering the country.
This was his chance.
Zhu Bai's voice also sounded.
"Imperial Father, your son has something to report!”
His voice was loud and clear, instantly attracting the attention of all the officials in the court. Even Zhu Yuanzhang, who didn't pay much attention, couldn't help but cast his gaze over at this moment, looking at his son.
"Speak!"
A deep voice sounded, sounding a little puzzled.
"Imperial Father, your son feels that it is inappropriate to ban the sea.”
"Ever since the Song Dynasty, the sea has given us goods that the land cannot give. If the sea is banned, the people by the sea will not be able to survive, and the country will have less income. The Yuan Dynasty will sweep through the Central Plains and plunder goods.”
Zhu Bai's voice was filled with seriousness.
Only as a transmigrator did he know how much damage the forbidden sea had done to Da Ming.
The ban on the sea could indeed solve many problems, such as the pirates.
The pirates today were not those who were living a good life, but the losers of the Mengyuan uprising. They had failed in the fight for the world on land, and most of them had fled overseas. They formed a large group of pirates who often plundered the coastal areas. This was a large part of the reason why Cheap Father Jin Hai had done so.
"What His Highness Xiang Wang said is correct. The so-called sea trade is just a small profit, but the scourge of the pirates is right in front of us. His Majesty's ban on the sea is only for the sake of the Ming people.”
As Zhu Bai's voice faded, a figure in the front row swiftly stepped forward and spoke.
That person was none other than Li Shan Chang.
"Imperial Father, what Minister Hu said is strange. The benefits of the two Song Dynasties are not small.”
Zhu Bai hurriedly said.
However, before he could continue, Zhu Yuanzhang, who was sitting on the seat of honor, spoke.
"Prince Xiang, the Forbidden Sea has been decided, there is no need to discuss this matter anymore.”
Zhu Bai's heart couldn't help but thump when he heard Zhu Yuanzhang's words, which were so firm that he couldn't refuse. However, he didn't want to retreat. Gritting his teeth, he spoke again.
"Imperial Father, your son requests to enfeoffment Jingzhou. Please allow it.”
He spoke again.
At this moment, the entire court meeting was completely silent.
Many people's eyebrows twitched, and many people were shocked.
"Imperial Father, 12th Brother is insensible. This is just nonsense. Imperial Father, please forgive me!”
A figure hurriedly stepped forward. Zhu Di spoke first, his eyes frantically signaling Zhu Bai.
"Humph!"
"It seems that Prince Xiang has been a little free recently. In that case, go to the kingdom as soon as possible!”
Zhu Yuanzhang's voice turned cold.
An aura suppressed the entire Grand Assembly, and no one dared to raise their heads.
Even Zhu Di, Emperor Yongle, Zhu Bai could see cold sweat seeping out of his face.
As the founder of the country and the true emperor of the ages, Zhu Yuanzhang's imposing manner was no joke.
It was just that even though he felt an infinite pressure, Zhu Bai still continued to speak at this moment.
"Imperial Father, your son requests to be granted the title of Qiongzhou!”
His words were sonorous, but there was still no change.
His words immediately made the ministers 'faces turn pale. Even Zhu Di's expression changed drastically at this moment.
"Prince Yan, don't speak. It seems that Prince Xiang likes Qiongzhou very much. Then I will satisfy him. From today onwards, Prince Xiang will be changed to Prince Qiong and granted Qiongzhou.”
"Retreat!"
Zhu Yuanzhang said angrily. He waved his hand and left the hall.
It was obvious that this person was already angry. The original "we" that he liked to use had been changed to the official "I"
and "Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Zhu Bai shouted loudly. His words caused Zhu Yuanzhang to freeze for a moment before a cold snort rang out.
"Long live my emperor!”
The ministers knelt down.
Zhu Yuanzhang left angrily.
Only when the figure completely disappeared did everyone present heave a sigh of relief.
Only, each and every one of them looked at Zhu Bai with a strange gaze.
"Your Highness Xiang Wang, no, you should call me Your Highness Qiong Wang now.”
Lee Shan Chang chuckled as he turned around and left the hall.
Zhu Bai did not pay much attention to the puzzled, sympathetic, or stunned gaze. His figure also turned around and prepared to leave.
But at this moment, his hand was grabbed.
It was Zhu Di, who looked anxious.
"Fourth brother!"
As he spoke, his expression was filled with gratitude.
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