Instantly, the officials looked at this scene in bewilderment. Wherever they went, they would start discussing.
When they arrived at the banquet hall, the two of them escorted Zhu Xiong Ying in.
As expected, along the way, there were many people who wanted to get close to Zhu Xiongying. Some of them were Zhu Yuanzhang's other sons, some were civil officials, and some were veterans who had outstanding military achievements.
However, without exception, they were all blocked by Zhu Di.
The two of them had cold expressions on their faces. They were like door gods. Without Zhu Xiongying's permission, no one was allowed to take a step closer.
At this moment, another voice sounded…
"I say, what are you guys doing?”
"My eldest nephew is tired. Don't disturb him.”Just as Zhu Di finished speaking, he suddenly turned around and quickly said with a smile,"So it's Big Brother."
Zhu Biao sized them up with a strange expression and said,""I heard that you escorted Xiong Ying here on foot? Isn't this a little too much?"
"It's nothing, it's nothing. You also know that I'm a general. I'll be bored if I don't move for a day, so I'm just taking a few steps.”Zhu Di quickly said.
"Hmm…"
Zhu Biao looked at him speechlessly and said,""Then take a seat."
"Alright, alright."
Following that, Zhu Di and Zhu Xi sat beside Zhu Xiong Ying. Soon, Zhu Yuanzhang, who was dressed in casual clothes, was surrounded by his attendants.
He walked out with Empress Ma.
Instantly, the entire scene was filled with cheers.
Zhu Yuanzhang sat down and smiled as he gestured for everyone to sit down. Then, he glanced at everyone and said with a smile,
"Today is a celebration banquet. Everyone, feel free to eat and drink as you please.”
"Your son congratulates Imperial Father for obtaining a great victory!”
At this moment, Zhu Di was the first to stand up and congratulate him. Then, he changed the topic and said,"Your son believes that the person who contributed the most this time is the Grand Sun who invented the successive firing gun.”
"Your son believes that the imperial grandson should be heavily rewarded!”
As soon as he said this, everyone looked at Zhu Di in surprise.
Do I need you to say that I will reward the imperial grandson?
Isn't it going to be announced later? Why are you in such a hurry?
Zhu Di seemed to be asking for a title, but in reality, he was telling everyone that he, Zhu Di, was Zhu Xiongying's man!
However, although Zhu Xiong Ying had a noble status, he was still his nephew.
Was there a need for him to curry favor with his junior?
Everyone could not understand.
Zhu Di's table manners were a little too ugly. He was even a powerful vassal king. To directly suck up to a seven-year-old child here, wasn't this a little shameless?
However, at this moment, only Zhu Rong was secretly resentful. He was actually a step too slow and was beaten by Zhu Di.
With Zhu Xiong Ying's status, it didn't matter whether he was rewarded or not. After all, no reward was worthy of his status as a reincarnated immortal.
What was important was that he had to show his absolute support for him…
Zhu Di was really cunning. He had chosen to side with them from the beginning.
Immediately, he stood up and said,
"Reporting to Imperial Father, your son also thinks that Xiong Ying should be heavily rewarded! Your son is willing to give up the Zhou Estate."
"Let Xiong Ying expand the Grand Sun Manor as a reward for his contributions!”
As soon as these words were spoken, the other officials could not even hold their wine cups steadily. They all looked at Zhu Rong in shock.
She had thought that Zhu Di was already shameless enough.
Who knew that the usually low-key Zhu Xiong was even more shameless.
He had even given his own home to Zhu Xiongying!
Was this necessary?
That is Prince Zhou's residence, it represents the dignity and honor of Prince Zhou. You can even give it to him?
If Zhu Xiongying was a little older, would you be able to gift your own wife?
Everyone looked at Zhu Xiongying in shock.
However, he only saw…
Zhu Xiong Ying didn't give in or accept. He just sipped his tea as if all of this had nothing to do with him.
Zhu Yuanzhang was also stunned.
Obviously, he did not expect his two sons to be so direct.
He looked at the two of them strangely, then looked at the ministers and said,"Xiong Ying has indeed made a great contribution, but you don't have to spend money and effort. What do you think is appropriate?”
As soon as he said this, everyone looked at each other. How could they not know what Zhu Yuanzhang meant?
He was waiting for everyone to give Zhu Xiongying credit.
Therefore, someone immediately stood up and said,"Your Majesty, I believe that His Highness is intelligent and decisive. He specializes in firearms and should be in charge of our Ministry of Works.”
"Your Highness is truly a great talent. It is a waste of your talent to go to the Ministry of Works to study weapons. This humble subject thinks that Your Highness should enter the Ministry of Rites to participate in court politics.”
"Although money and food are important, the Ministry of Personnel is more suitable for Your Highness. The Ministry of Personnel is the head of the six departments and controls the officials of the world. It is also known as the Heavenly Official.”
Instantly, everyone stood out one after another, desperately trying to drag Zhu Xiong Ying to their yamen.
It was no wonder. Zhu Xiongying's status was getting higher and higher. If nothing unexpected happened in the future, he would definitely become the emperor.
If he could work with Zhu Xiongying before he became the emperor, he would be a powerful official and would definitely be able to prosper in the future.
Therefore, all the officials went all out to praise Zhu Xiong Ying, afraid that Zhu Xiong Ying would be snatched away by other yamen.
At this moment, Zhu Yuanzhang's face was filled with pride when he heard these praises, but he still said humbly,"Alright, alright. Our eldest grandson is not bad, but you don't have to praise him like that.”
"However…your grandchildren should still take Xiong Ying as an example.”
As these words fell, it attracted the approval of the officials.
"This time, Xiong Ying has indeed made a great contribution.”
Then, Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and said,""But Xiong Ying is still young, so I'll give him a double salary as a prince.”
Once these words were spoken, the princes and grandsons once again felt envious and cast envious looks at Zhu Xiong Ying.
Logically speaking, Zhu Xiong Ying had made such a great contribution, so it wouldn't be too much to give him a Prince. This Prince's double salary seemed a little stingy.
However, that was not the case.
If he was given the position of prince, he would have to go out and become a vassal, which would not be beneficial to Zhu Xiong Ying's future succession to the position of crown prince.
Therefore, giving this prince double salary represented that Zhu Yuanzhang valued Zhu Xiongying, but it would not affect Zhu Xiongying's future succession to the throne.
In everyone's eyes, this double salary was more valuable than a title.
"And Biao, you gave birth to a good grandson for us.”Zhu Yuanzhang laughed and looked at Zhu Biao."Today, I'll let you enjoy your son's good fortune.”
"From now on, you will take Xiong Ying to manage the national treasury!”
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