Although there were still some things to be concluded in Shandong, Zhu Youxiao no longer needed to stay here. With Zhang Weixian's return, returning to Beijing became Zhu Youxiao's next task.
Three days later, the fleet set sail again and headed directly for the capital.
The journey went smoothly without any accidents, and Zhu Youxiao returned to the capital city which he had been away from for quite some time.
This time, when the emperor returned, the entire capital was in fear.
The capital was naturally well aware of what Zhu Youxiao had done in Shandong. His Majesty had even dealt with the Kong family, so naturally he wouldn't care about anyone else. Therefore, officials from all walks of life in the capital began to fear Zhu Youxiao.
This is how authority is established.
Why did Emperor Yongle have such high authority back then?
It was not because he succeeded in his rebellion, but mainly because he had a powerful army and several northern expeditions, which made everyone see the emperor's enormous power.
Whatever he wants to do, he will do it, and if you don't obey him, he will chop you down.
Only the army is the emperor's confidence, and this has never changed.
This incident in Shandong showed Zhu Youxiao's confidence. Although it was not enough to make Zhu Youxiao have the prestige of Emperor Yongle, his prestige was high enough to make countless people dare not speak loudly.
After returning to the palace, Zhu Youxiao did nothing but call Concubine Tian over.
Zhu Youxiao didn't meet any women along the way, and he really missed them a little.
The young and energetic man, the first thing he did when he returned to the palace was to give Concubine Hetian a grand gift from London.
Only after feeling relieved did Zhu Youxiao feel in the mood to talk.
Originally, this kind of thing should have happened to Empress Zhang, but now Empress Zhang has been pregnant for more than five months and her pregnancy has long been obvious.
Zhu Youxiao didn't dare to mess with his own queen. If something really happened to the child, wouldn't he regret it to death?
Besides, there are other women in the palace.
Putting his arm around Concubine Tian, Zhu Youxiao asked, "Is life going well at home?"
After hearing this, Concubine Tian showed a look of doubt on her face.
You have to know that His Majesty has never been very fond of me and Concubine Yuan. When I first entered the palace, I was even ignored. Even now, when His Majesty took me as a concubine, he still didn't dote on me that much.
Concubine Tian knew this in her heart and was very cautious in the palace. Now that he heard the emperor asking about her family affairs, she knew in her heart that something must have happened in her family again.
The people at home didn't know her situation in the palace. Relying on her identity and status, she must have done some messy things outside.
Concubine Tian was in a panic and wanted to get up to apologize to Zhu Youxiao.
Unexpectedly, Zhu Youxiao pulled her down, hugged her in his arms, and said softly: "There are some things. I don't want to have any barriers with you, so I want to talk to you, and you don't have to take it too seriously."
"Yes, Your Majesty," Concubine Tian said quickly, "My family is from a humble background. Having been poor for a long time, they are bound to have some inappropriate behaviors. If they do something wrong, Your Majesty, do not tolerate it. I understand."
"What are you talking about? We are family after all." Zhu Youxiao said with a smile, not looking too concerned.
Although Zhu Youxiao said it was casual, Concubine Tian really didn't dare to agree to it casually. She knew in her heart that although the current emperor seemed very kind on the surface and had never said anything harsh to her, if she really did commit a crime, he would definitely not let it go so casually.
"It's just that someone sent some money to our family." Zhu Youxiao looked at Concubine Tian and smiled, "It's not a big deal. After all, your family is now newly rich, so it's normal for someone to send money to ask for favors. But this time we have to deal with them. After all, some money can be accepted, and some money cannot."
After hearing this, Concubine Tian was shocked.
In Concubine Tian's opinion, there was no such thing as money to be accepted. As long as someone gave her random money, they must have something to ask for.
If it were just a matter of personal connection, His Majesty wouldn't have bothered with it. Now that His Majesty has spoken to me in this way, it's definitely not a good thing.
"Your Majesty," Concubine Tian raised her head and looked at Zhu Youxiao, her face weeping as she said, "I really don't know. If Your Majesty wants to punish them, don't worry about me. If Your Majesty feels it's not enough, I am willing to accept the punishment."
"Keep it in mind, I just want to tell you." Zhu Youxiao patted Concubine Tian and said.
"The matter in your family isn't a big deal. It's nothing more than a small fine and a reprimand. Besides, it's not your family, so you don't have to worry. When you get back, tell Concubine Yuan about it and tell her there's nothing to worry about."
"Yes, Your Majesty. I understand." Concubine Tian said quickly.
"I understand. Now sleep with me." Zhu Youxiao said with a smile, "But before we go to sleep, let's do it again."
After hearing this, Concubine Tian's face suddenly showed a shy expression and said, "Your Majesty, the imperial physician said that Your Majesty is young and should exercise restraint."
"How long have I been holding it in? I can't listen to them." Zhu Youxiao waved his hand and said.
"Then I will serve Your Majesty." Concubine Tian said hurriedly, but her face turned even redder.
I don’t know if it’s because of what happened just now, but Concubine Tian was very proactive this time.
After being released, Zhu Youxiao fell asleep contentedly while hugging Concubine Tian.
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