Zhu Yunwen's words seemed to be a hint, yet also seemed like a casual remark.

However, after careful consideration, Zhu Gang was always able to discern different meanings.

His expression changed slightly, and he said to Zhu Yunwen:

"you mean……"

Before he could finish his sentence, Zhu Yunwen smacked his lips and said:

"In times of crisis, everyone wants to save their life. If you can't even save your own life, and you still have other ideas, then you're really asking for trouble. I think Uncle San is a smart man, so there's no need to spell things out too clearly, right?"

Zhu Gang nodded quickly and said, "Uncle understands, Uncle understands."

Zhu Gang wasn't stupid; he had already understood Zhu Yunwen's warning.

Clearly, Zhu Yunwen's previous words revealed that Zhu Yuanzhang wanted to clear away any obstacles for his grandson, and he would remove any problematic obstacles.

Feng Sheng might be an obstacle, but if Feng Sheng gets too close to Zhu Gang, then that obstacle will be too obvious. That's why Zhu Yunwen just said that he had talked with Feng Sheng.

During this period, Feng Sheng also reduced his contact with Zhu Gang, indicating that Feng Sheng had realized the danger and had taken the initiative to stop contacting Zhu Gang.

The fact that these two in-laws rarely keep in touch is enough to illustrate the serious consequences and suspicions that would result from such contact.

Only after Zhu Gang realized this problem did he suddenly realize how dangerous his situation was.

If even Zhu Yunwen could guess what Zhu Gang was thinking, how could Zhu Yuanzhang not guess?

If Zhu Gang had made his actions even slightly more obvious, would it have immediately provoked a series of measures from Zhu Yuanzhang?

Thinking of this, Zhu Gang broke out in a cold sweat.

The crucial point is that Zhu Yunwen knew that Zhu Gang and Zhu Yunwen had met. What are people going to think about that?

Whether it was Zhu Yunwen or Zhu Yuanzhang, if they were willing, they would spare no effort to suppress these generals and princes who posed a threat to the future court.

Zhu Gang was drenched in sweat during the meal, with cold sweat constantly pouring from his forehead.

Having dinner with Zhu Yunwen was a completely different experience from the last time I had dinner with him.

During his last conversation with Zhu Yunwen, Zhu Gang felt that he could control him and that everything was under his control.

However, during this conversation with Zhu Yunwen, the information revealed in just a few words from Zhu Yunwen completely controlled Zhu Gang, making Zhu Gang deeply regret his previous actions.

At that moment, he quickly stood up and said to Zhu Yunwen:

“Nephew, you must believe your third uncle. I was just confused for a moment, but I would never dare to do anything. Your father is the elder brother I respect the most.”

Although he has passed away, you are his son, and you have inherited his position. Your third uncle is very happy about that. Trust your third uncle; he will definitely give you his full support and wholeheartedly assist you.

Zhu Gang couldn't wait to start pledging his loyalty; he had no choice but to do so.

Moreover, he spoke these words with utmost sincerity, because he was afraid.

He feared that Zhu Yuanzhang would become suspicious of him and take some measures against him. He was even more afraid that Zhu Yunwen would directly order Zhu Yuanzhang to take action against his third uncle.

Such consequences were beyond Zhu Gang's capacity to bear. As long as Zhu Yuanzhang was alive, even if Zhu Yunwen relied on Zhu Yuanzhang's power, it would be enough to frighten Zhu Gang into running away in fear and losing sleep at night.

Seeing Zhu Gang so frightened, Zhu Yunwen knew he had achieved his goal. In any case, the threat Zhu Gang posed would only last for a few years. As long as he was frightened during those years and dared not do anything to Zhu Yunwen again, that would be enough.

So Zhu Yunwen said, "Then let me show you a way out, Uncle. You should stay here in Taiyuan."

Use your troops stationed in Taiyuan, along with the troops in Beijing and Xi'an, to form a defensive line against the north. Do a good job of what you vassal kings are supposed to do.

As for those shady characters, I advise my third uncle not to meet them, and even less to have any contact with them. Otherwise, it might one day lead to his downfall, which wouldn't be a good thing.

Hearing Zhu Yunwen's words, Zhu Gang finally felt a little relieved.

He believed that as long as he listened to Zhu Yunwen, Zhu Yunwen and Zhu Yuanzhang might not take action against him.

Those words gave him an opportunity, so Zhu Gang hurriedly expressed his opinion:

"Please rest assured, Your Highness, we, the princes, will do our utmost to protect the Ming Dynasty and the threat in the north. As for any other improper thoughts, we would never dare to have them. I swear this."

Zhu Yunwen smiled and said, "It's not that serious. As long as my uncles can see the situation clearly and don't follow certain people astray, that's fine. Also, I noticed that my third uncle doesn't look too well. Is he unwell?"

Instead of focusing on impractical things, it's more practical to take care of your own health.