As Zhu Yuanzhang spoke, Zhu Di, who was standing nearby, was taken aback.
But soon he realized his father's intention: he wanted to befriend Wang Yang.
Upon thinking of this, Zhu Di quickly chimed in, "Yes, Alliance Leader Wang, why don't you stay at the palace for a few days? It would allow us to show you the hospitality of a host!"
"Um?"
Wang Yang frowned slightly upon hearing this.
After a moment's thought, he understood.
Zhu Yuanzhang dared to let him stay at this time, which must have been because he wanted to befriend him.
After thinking about it for a moment, Wang Yang smiled calmly and said, "In that case, let's stay here for a few days!"
Seeing that Wang Yang had agreed, Zhu Yuanzhang was overjoyed and quickly got up from the ground.
"Someone come here! Quickly give the order to the Court of Imperial Sacrifices to prepare a banquet!"
...
In the blink of an eye, night fell.
At this moment, inside the main hall of the palace, Zhu Yuanzhang was hosting a banquet for Wang Yang and others.
Several dining tables were pushed together and covered with tablecloths.
Eunuchs carrying red lacquered boxes lined up and quickly served various dishes, meals, soups, and other fare on the dining table.
Not far away, there were also singing and dancing performances to add to the festivities.
Upon seeing the food and wine served, Zhu Yuanzhang quickly picked up the wine pot, walked to Wang Yang's side, and poured him a cup of wine.
"Alliance Leader Wang, I have offended you greatly before. It was all my fault. I apologize to you here."
With that, Zhu Yuanzhang bowed deeply to Wang Yang.
Seeing Zhu Yuanzhang's attitude, Wang Yang smiled calmly, thinking that Zhu Yuanzhang was quite humble.
After a moment of silence, he finally spoke:
Let's drink!
As he spoke, Wang Yang casually raised his glass.
Seeing this, Zhu Yuanzhang quickly picked up his wine cup and drank it all with Wang Yang.
Subsequently, Prince Zhu Di of Yan also stepped forward to apologize to Wang Yang and drank three cups of wine in one go.
Next, Zhao Min and the others gradually relaxed.
After a few rounds of drinks, Zhu Yuanzhang suddenly looked at Wang Yang, pursed his lips, as if he had something to say.
Seeing Zhu Yuanzhang's hesitant expression, Wang Yang frowned slightly and said with suspicion:
"Does Your Majesty have something to say?"
Upon hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang immediately stood up, let out a long sigh, and looked at Wang Yang with a sincere expression, saying:
"Alliance Leader Wang!"
"I have a favor to ask, and I hope that Lord Wang will grant it."
Upon hearing Zhu Yuanzhang's words, Wang Yang remained calm.
When Zhu Yuanzhang first mentioned inviting him to a banquet, he knew what Zhu Yuanzhang was up to—he simply wanted to curry favor and win him over.
Seeing Zhu Yuanzhang's serious demeanor, it's clear he's about to discuss winning him over.
After thinking for a moment, Wang Yang spoke:
"Speak! What is your unreasonable request?"
At the same time, Zhao Min and the others all looked at Zhu Yuanzhang without prior arrangement.
Zhu Yuanzhang took a deep breath and, without further ado, said directly:
"Alliance Leader Wang is highly talented."
"I wish to invite you to be the Grand Preceptor of my Great Ming Dynasty. What does the King think?"
As soon as Zhu Yuanzhang uttered these words, Zhao Min and the others were all shocked.
Unexpectedly, Zhu Yuanzhang went to great lengths to win over Wang Yang, even offering him the position of Grand Preceptor of the Ming Dynasty.
Shocked, everyone turned to look at Wang Yang, eager to see what he would do and whether he would agree to Zhu Yuanzhang's request.
Wang Yang smiled slightly and replied:
"I'm used to being carefree and easygoing, so I'm afraid the position of Grand Preceptor of the Ming Dynasty isn't really suitable for me!"
Seeing Wang Yang refuse, Zhu Yuanzhang quickly pursed his lips and advised:
"Alliance Leader Wang, please rest assured that as long as you are willing to be my Grand Preceptor of the Ming Dynasty, you will not be bound by any rules."
"The world is so vast, you can go wherever you want!"
"It's just a title or position held in my Great Ming Dynasty!"
"Is this alright?"
As he said this, Zhu Yuanzhang looked directly at Wang Yang, his eyes full of pleading.
He was happy to let Wang Yang hold a position in the Ming Dynasty.
Although the position of Imperial Advisor is very important, if Wang Yang is willing to accept it, even if it becomes a sinecure, it is not unacceptable.
At least in this way, the Ming Dynasty's royal family can be said to have a connection with Wang Yang.
Only then did Zhu Yuanzhang feel at ease.
After hearing what Zhu Yuanzhang said, Wang Yang smiled calmly and said:
"Since you've said so, then I'll accept the position of Imperial Advisor!"
"However, let me make this clear from the start: I, the imperial advisor, will not be offering you any advice or strategies."
"It's just a nominal position!"
"Moreover, I will not stay in the Ming Dynasty for long."
Hearing what Wang Yang said, Zhu Yuanzhang was overjoyed and nodded repeatedly.
"Very well! We will do as the Imperial Preceptor wishes!"
"Come, let me offer you another cup, Imperial Advisor."
As he spoke, Zhu Yuanzhang quickly raised his cup to toast Wang Yang.
Wang Yang, with a calm expression, drank a glass of wine and said:
"In this world today, dynasties stand in great numbers, and wars are frequent."
"Your Majesty should not always think about invading other dynasties."
"Not only will it be a waste of manpower and resources, but it will also cause countless deaths and injuries to soldiers and civilians."
"Take good care of the people, bring them happiness, make sure they have enough to eat, and let them live a good life. That is what you, as emperor, should do."
Upon hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang quickly nodded and said:
"The Imperial Advisor is absolutely right!"
"I will definitely change!"
"From now on, I will strive to bring prosperity to the people of the Ming Dynasty!"
Upon hearing this, Wang Yang smiled slightly and said nothing more.
After the banquet, Zhu Yuanzhang ordered that accommodations be arranged for Wang Yang and the others.
After Wang Yang and the others left.
Zhu Yuanzhang breathed a sigh of relief; he felt immense pressure when facing Wang Yang.
"Father, this Grand Preceptor of the Ming Dynasty..."
Zhu Di glanced at Zhu Yuanzhang.
Before he could finish speaking, Zhu Yuanzhang interrupted him:
"The title of Imperial Advisor is just that—a title. All we want is to get involved with him."
"With this relationship in place, we don't need to worry so much about them taking action against us."
"You saw it during the day; if he wanted to kill us, it would be as easy as turning his hand!"
Upon hearing what Zhu Yuanzhang said, Zhu Di neither agreed nor disagreed, but simply nodded slightly and said:
"That's true! Taking the position of Imperial Advisor buys peace of mind."
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled bitterly, took a deep breath, and said:
"Tomorrow I will issue an edict to announce the identity of Grand Preceptor Wang Yang to the Ming Dynasty!"
"This matter must be handled with great fanfare, and the more people who know about it, the better."
Zhu Di gave a soft "hmm" in response to what Zhu Yuanzhang said, and complimented him, "Father is wise!"
...
Time flies, and several days have passed in the blink of an eye.
For the past few days, Wang Yang and his entourage have been staying in the Ming Dynasty Imperial Palace.
Because of Wang Yang, Zhao Min and the others all received extremely high treatment.
In addition, news of Wang Yang's appointment as the Grand Preceptor of the Ming Dynasty spread rapidly throughout the Ming territory.
Upon hearing this news, the martial arts practitioners of the Ming Dynasty were somewhat bewildered.
After all, in the Battle of Tahu City, many martial arts masters of the Ming Dynasty lost their lives at the hands of Wang Yang.
For this reason, Wang Yang could be said to have become the public enemy of the martial arts world of the Ming Dynasty.
Upon learning that Wang Yang was heading to the capital of the Ming Dynasty, many martial arts practitioners spontaneously organized themselves to intercept and kill him.
Unfortunately, due to their lack of strength, Wang Yang didn't even have to make a move before these people were dealt with by Zhou Botong and others who were traveling with him.
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