Now that we're getting down to business, Zhu Biao, representing Old Zhu, said, "Ying'er, you did a good job in Beiping this time. Your father and your grandfather are very satisfied."

This is basically the truth. Old Zhu and Zhu Biao were quite satisfied with Zhu Xiong Ying's actions during his trip to Beiping. Even if Zhu Xiong Ying seemed to have done nothing, it was still the right thing to do.

It's not that one's own child is good or everything they do is right, but rather that someone of Zhu Xiong Ying's status really can't speak recklessly at the beginning, otherwise some things will have to be pushed forward quickly, and who knows, when it comes time to change things, it will come at a considerable price.

Remembering something, Old Zhu said, "Ying'er, after a while, go and talk to your fifth uncle."

Although Zhu Xiong Ying was in Beiping, it didn't mean he lacked information channels; he was still very clear about some important events.

For example, in winter, Zhu Xiong Ying's fifth uncle, Prince Zhou, Zhu Su, was punished for leaving his fiefdom to go to Fengyang without permission. This was something that Old Zhu could not tolerate. According to his ancestral rules, princes were not allowed to leave their fiefdoms without cause, and they were even more forbidden from colluding in private.

Prince Zhu Su of Zhou also had a rather sensitive identity, being the son-in-law of Feng Sheng, the Duke of Song and the half-brother of Zhu Di. His fief was Kaifeng, with the former site of the Song palace as his residence.

Zhu Xiong Ying was also a bit troubled. This time, his fifth uncle, Old Zhu, had left his fiefdom without cause. But don't forget that a few years ago, he had secretly contacted Feng Sheng, which was one of the charges against Feng Sheng for being sidelined now.

Zhu Biao then said, "Ying'er, your imperial grandfather wants to move your fifth uncle to Yunnan. Now, the Prince of Zhou is in charge of managing the affairs of the vassal state."

Zhu Xiong Ying chuckled and asked with a smile, "Has You Dun already been granted a title? Fifth Uncle, perhaps you shouldn't go to Yunnan. You'll definitely not be suited to that malarial land. As for the affairs of the fiefdom, there shouldn't be anything major happening now. You Dun can manage things. Fifth Uncle, perhaps you should let him return to the capital for a while."

Old Zhu slammed his hand on the table and said unhappily, "We have to teach him a lesson, and you all must not say anything more! That fifth son of a bitch is really arrogant. Today he left his fiefdom without cause. If he is not severely punished, other vassal kings will follow suit, and that will be unacceptable!"

Zhu Biao and Zhu Xiong Ying exchanged a glance, and the father and son understood. Old Zhu was genuinely angry; he had truly considered moving Zhu Su to Yunnan, which could be seen as acting in the heat of the moment and as a warning to the other princes.

But once the anger subsided, Old Zhu naturally didn't want his son to suffer in Yunnan. He was just looking for a way to back down. By deliberately bringing it up in front of Zhu Xiong Ying, he was actually trying to get Zhu Xiong Ying to play the good guy and for Zhu Biao and his son Zhu Xiong Ying to help him save face.

Of course, at that time, the fifth brother, Zhu Su, had to plead his case, otherwise it would be considered ungrateful, and there would be more reasons to punish Zhu Su later.

The three generations of the family chatted idly until it grew quite late, at which point Zhu Biao was naturally sent away by his father, Zhu Xiong Ying. As for Zhu Xiong Ying, he was left to rest at the Qianqing Palace.

Zhu Xiong Ying spoke up at this moment, saying, "Shuang Quan, have someone prepare hot water. He's chilled and needs a good bath."

"Ying'er's cold?" Old Zhu immediately became anxious and shouted at Wang Chengen, "You dog of a servant..."

Wang Chengen quickly knelt down, kowtowed, and confessed his guilt...

Zhu Xiong Ying chuckled and said with a smile, "Grandpa, I just wanted to take a nice bath. Let's not talk about it today, Grandpa, you should also take a nice bath and relax. Speaking of which, this bathtub isn't very good. I'm planning to build a large bathhouse in Beiping, and then we can all take a bath together."

Old Zhu was no longer nervous and said with a smile, "A large bathhouse? That's fine too. I remember hearing that the Yuan and Song dynasties both had large bathhouses."

“Yes, then we can make some tea and get a foot massage.” Zhu Xiong Ying said to Old Zhu with a smile. “Li Longji likes to soak in hot springs. We can take a bath and chat in the winter. If it’s like Fifth Uncle, then we can have Father take the royal uncles to soak in the hot springs. There are some things that are not good to say in the Fengxian Hall or in the court. It’s good to chat about everyday things while soaking in the hot springs so that we can have a better understanding of each other.”

Old Zhu remained noncommittal, only smiling as he said, "Alright then, this bathhouse isn't difficult to set up. We'll issue the decree tomorrow. Our Ying'er likes to take baths, so let's take a bath together."

Old Zhu would give the best of everything to his children and grandchildren without hesitation. He was a bit stingy and careless himself, but he was incredibly generous to his children and grandchildren.

"Tomorrow I will go to see my grandmother and my mother," Zhu Xiong Ying said. "Then I will also visit my aunts and my cousins ​​who are now commanders. I wonder if they have forgotten their cousin."

Old Zhu was a little annoyed, but he still said, "We should go and see her. Our Ying'er has been away for a long time this time, so it's good to go and see her."

Neither the father nor the son made any excuses. They sat in the bathtub, less than half a meter apart, but still able to have a good chat.

Old Zhu was always full of energy, and for him, resting was as simple as taking a quick nap. Now that his beloved grandson was back, he was even more excited and had endless things to say.

Zhu Xiong Ying was quite enthusiastic at this point, talking non-stop about her experiences. She didn't discuss any serious matters, nor was there any need for that; they were just chatting.

It was almost time, Zhu Xiong Ying said, "Grandpa Emperor, let's go to sleep. Can you take a nap? You still have to go to court tomorrow morning?"

Old Zhu thought for a moment and said, "Let's go. Your father has helped us a lot these past few years. Our crown prince is truly ready to take over. He manages the affairs of the court very well. We are now focused on starting the war next year, so your father can handle the affairs of the court."

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