Zhu Yunying glanced at Little Zhu, who looked like he wanted praise, and said, "You're smart, even better than we thought! We were originally thinking of laying the groundwork for you, but who knew you would work with us like this and get it done without us even noticing!"

Little Zhu was even happier and said, "Dad and Great-Grandpa both said that an emperor should take advantage of the situation and use others' strengths against him. We all know what we need to do, so of course we should take advantage of the situation. We don't care how we do it, as long as we get these things done, that's enough!"

Listen to what little Zhu said. He truly deserves to be the great-grandson of the Hongwu Emperor and the eldest son of the Yingshi Emperor.

They're practically cut from the same cloth, both extremely pragmatic, sometimes to the point of disregarding appearances. As long as things get done and their expectations are met, nothing else matters!

However, Zhu Yunying was very happy with what the young Zhu said. "Our Crown Prince is really capable. You did a good job today! I only need to give you instructions, and you can get things done. But I also have to say, you were a bit too hasty."

Little Zhu got anxious and hurriedly asked, "Dad, what did we do in such a hurry?"

"There are a few shortcomings, but overall it's excellent." Zhu Yunying patted little Zhu's head and said, "When we get back to the Qianqing Palace, I'll have your great-grandfather talk to you about it. When it comes to recognizing people and understanding their hearts, no one in our Ming Dynasty can compare to your great-grandfather. Your great-grandfather also had many methods, and he was skilled in both domineering and benevolent rule, and he could use others' strengths against them without leaving a trace!"

Little Zhu immediately pulled his hand out of Zhu Yunying's grasp and started running towards the Qianqing Palace.

I thought I had performed exceptionally well and was even happy. Now that I know I didn't do well enough, I'd better go ask my great-grandfather.

As for his father, he was busy reviewing memorials and had no time to teach him. Besides, little Zhu certainly agreed with his father's assessment of his great-grandfather's abilities; after all, his great-grandfather was the Hongwu Emperor, and no one was better at recognizing talent than his great-grandfather!

(End of this chapter)