At this moment, in the Jinshen Hall behind the Fengtian Hall, Zhu Yuanzhang was reading a book and attending morning lessons.

However, for a long time, Zhu Yuanzhang did not turn a page. His mind was no longer on the book. He could not help but think about his eldest grandson.

Just when Zhu Yuanzhang was smiling to himself, a eunuch came back to report.

"Your Majesty, His Royal Highness Chang Sun has woken up."

Zhu Yuanzhang came to his senses after hearing this and couldn't help asking, "Does he like the new clothes we prepared for his grandson?"

"Yes, His Royal Highness Changsun likes it very much. He stood in front of the bronze mirror for a long time and kept smiling." The clever little eunuch replied.

Zhu Yuanzhang became even happier when he heard this.

Zhu Yuanzhang slept very soundly yesterday. He didn't know how many years it had been since he had slept so comfortably.

Especially after his eldest son Zhu Biao passed away, he could not sleep day or night and could only numb himself by reading memorials. He would only go to sleep when he was really too sleepy.

If you sleep less than three hours a day, the harm to your body will be difficult to estimate.

If he had not been young and had a good physical foundation, he would have collapsed long ago, but he just managed to hold on with one breath.

He knew that he could not fall down. Once he fell down, the vast Ming Dynasty would be plunged into a huge turmoil.

The moment he woke up in the morning, Zhu Yuanzhang thought he was dreaming, until he saw his eldest grandson next to him, then he realized it was real.

Looking at his eldest grandson sleeping soundly beside him, Zhu Yuanzhang got up quietly without disturbing him.

After asking Liu He, I found out that Dasun had been staying by his side yesterday and went to bed very late.

Zhu Yuanzhang instructed Liu He not to disturb his eldest grandson, as this was the first time his eldest grandson had come back to sleep in ten years.

Of course, you need to sleep more.

Zhu Yuanzhang, who got up first, originally wanted to cancel this morning court session.

However, thinking of some suggestions put forward by his eldest grandson, Zhu Yuanzhang still felt that he should discuss it with his ministers.

Whether it is the policy of separation of military and politics or the suggestions on the imperial examination, it is very important for the Ming Dynasty today.

The imperial examination can still be postponed. After all, compiling teaching plans takes time and cannot be done overnight.

However, the separation of military and political power is indeed very important and goes straight to the core of power.

From the time he started his army to the time he founded the country, Zhu Yuanzhang understood very well the importance of military power. If he could allow future emperors to have strong control over the military power of the Ming Dynasty, they would all have strong control over it.

So no matter what problems we encounter, there is no need to worry. Just like what Da Sun said, the worst that can happen is to replace the civil officials.

If this kind of governing philosophy is passed down, the Ming Dynasty will have a very long-lasting legacy.

When the morning court was about to begin, Zhu Yuanzhang received news again that his eldest grandson was preparing to go to Tianjie Temple and asked someone to prepare a car.

"When your eldest grandson travels, please take our carriage. It will be more comfortable."

"Tell Liu He to quickly pick a good daughter for our grandson. Our grandson blamed me yesterday, saying that finding a wife is the job of us, the grandfather."

"It would be best if you could make a list for us in the next few days. Then we can show it to our eldest grandson to see which girl he likes the most."

"I obey your order."

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Zhu Ying walked towards Qianqing Gate, where the carriage was already waiting.

"Jiang Li, do you want to come with me?" Zhu Ying asked casually as he saw Jiang Li following him.

"Your Highness, His Majesty has ordered me to serve you." Jiang Li bowed and replied.

Now Jiang Li's attention is almost entirely on Zhu Ying. Although he has not yet been officially recognized, even a blind man can see that His Royal Highness Changsun Ding is definitely the future Emperor of the Ming Dynasty, without a doubt.

Zhu Ying was not surprised and soon arrived in front of the Qianqing Gate.

However, looking at the carriage parked below, he was a little confused.

In front of the Qianqing Gate, there were thirty imperial guards in brocade clothes, with four imperial guards in front and behind.

This number of people is nothing, it is still relatively small. The key lies in the carriage.

This is not a carriage, it's clearly a motorhome.

This is a four-wheeled carriage, made entirely of bronze, with dragons and phoenixes on the roof and various carvings all over, like two small houses, surrounded by a fence.

There are eight horses in the front, eight tall and fine horses, all snow-white without a single color.

Looking from the outside, the car is divided into two parts. The front is like a tea room with incense already lit, and the back has a bed with a mattress on it.

There are vines around the carriage to provide privacy.

This kind of car is probably the most luxurious one in the Ming Dynasty.

Zhu Ying looked at it for a long while before coming back to his senses.

"This is His Majesty's carriage. His Majesty is currently in the Jinshen Palace preparing for the morning court session. He knew that Your Highness was going to the Tianjie Temple, so he specifically asked me to arrange for this."

In front of the carriage was Guo Zhong, the eunuch in charge of writing in the Imperial Household Department, who was also an old acquaintance of Zhu Ying.

Before, when Zhu Ying was reviewing memorials at his residence on the Qinhuai River, Guo Zhong was always serving by his side.

Zhu Ying was silent.

My goodness, you call this thing a carriage?

However, after realizing it, Zhu Ying was eager to try it.

After all, this carriage is considered to be one of the top vehicles in the world today. It is luxurious enough.

Zhu Ying walked up calmly, Guo Zhong followed beside him, and Jiang Lin climbed onto the horse.

"Your Highness, shall we set off now?" Jiang Li asked while riding on his horse.

Zhu Ying nodded slightly.

Then, under Jiang Li's order, the stable carriage started moving slowly.

Guo Zhong, who was standing by, started to make tea for Zhu Ying. There were even various snacks on the table.

However, just as Zhu Ying was about to enjoy himself, Guo Zhong took out a pile of memorials from the carriage and said with great fear:

"Your Highness, this is something His Majesty brought to you for your entertainment on the way."

Zhu Ying's hand holding the snack suddenly stopped.

Good old man, he always asks me to share the memorials.

The combination of dim sum and tea was considered breakfast, but Zhu Ying was not satisfied with the pastries.

He then instructed Jiang Li who was riding a horse beside him, "Jiang Li, send someone to my house to inform Uncle Zhang and have him prepare it and send it to me early."

"Yes, sir." Jiang Li replied, and immediately stepped forward to give instructions to the Ti cavalry in front.

Under Jiang Li's arrangement, two Ti cavalrymen immediately left the team, started to speed up, and galloped forward on their horses.

Zhu Ying is a person who knows how to enjoy life.

Since he established his own power and had enough money, Zhu Ying has never treated himself badly in any aspect of life.

Even though silk clothes were not allowed in the capital, Zhu Ying's underwear was made of silk, and she only wore a layer of linen clothes on the outside.

Not to mention the expenses for food and drink.

After all, Zhu Ying didn't bring many people with him from Peking to the capital, and the chefs in the teahouse all followed Zhu Ying.

For example, all kinds of fine wines in the mansion, including seasonings and other supplies, were delivered by people from the Qun Ying Chamber of Commerce as soon as possible.

In Zhu Ying's words, I've suffered so much in the Ming Dynasty for so many years, can't I just enjoy myself for a while?

Thinking of this, Zhu Ying pushed the memorial aside without hesitation and said, "Put it aside for now. I haven't had breakfast yet, so I'm not in the mood to read it for now."

In response, Guo Zhong could only smile bitterly and said, "Yes, Your Highness."

The emperor's luxurious four-wheeled carriage appeared in the palace. All the palace maids and eunuchs on the road would stop and bow and wait when they saw it, and would only continue walking after the emperor's carriage left.

Including the captains patrolling the palace, after seeing this, they knelt on one knee and lowered their heads to wait.

To exit the Daming Imperial Palace from the Qianqing Gate, you pass through the rear left gate, pass by the Jinshen Hall, Huagai Hall, and the side of the Fengtian Hall, and then arrive at Fengtian Square from the middle left gate.

When Zhu Ying arrived next to the Jinshen Hall, the carriage stopped.

Zhu Ying got off the carriage and learned from Guo Zhong that the old man was currently in Jinshen Hall. Since he was just passing by, of course he had to come and say hello.

When the eunuch at the door saw Zhu Ying, he hurried in to report. Naturally, no one dared to stop Zhu Ying from entering.

In fact, in the circle of eunuchs and palace maids, especially those around Zhu Yuanzhang, the appearance of Zhu Ying is no longer unfamiliar to them.

To a certain extent, it is basically difficult to hide the affairs of the entire Ming Palace from them.

However, the palace has its own rules. The first thing you do when you enter the palace is to be taught what it means to keep your mouth shut.

It doesn't mean that you can just shout about it just because you know the truth. If nothing is found out, basically all the palace maids and eunuchs who are suspicious will be executed directly without any mercy.

"grandfather."

When Zhu Ying walked in, Zhu Yuanzhang had already stood up to greet him.

"Did you sleep well? I hope I didn't wake you up when we got up." Zhu Yuanzhang asked with a smile.

The whole person looks very energetic, the turbidity in the eyes has faded a lot, and even the complexion is extremely rosy and healthy.

"It's comfortable, but I didn't see grandpa when I woke up in the morning. I almost thought I was still dreaming." Zhu Ying replied with a smile.

He didn't mention the long dream he had last night. As of now, the relationship between the two of them doesn't need anything else to support it.

"Our carriage is pretty good, isn't it? It's very majestic." Zhu Yuanzhang said, looking out the window.

"It's so majestic. This is such a luxurious carriage. I have never seen such a luxurious carriage before."

Zhu Ying couldn't help but sigh.

Even in later generations, he had never seen such a luxurious carriage. You know, this thing was purely handmade.

Even when sitting in the carriage, Zhu Ying did not feel strong vibrations, which shows that the design of this carriage definitely has special shock-absorbing techniques.

Although steering such a large four-wheeled carriage is difficult, it completely depends on the driver's horse-driving skills.

In fact, this also has an advantage, which is that you are almost always driving straight, which will feel more comfortable.

"Okay, our morning court is about to begin. We will discuss the policy on the separation of military and politics that you mentioned earlier, Grandson."

"Let's see what the ministers think, and then we can discuss it carefully."

Zhu Yuanzhang said.

Zhu Ying nodded and replied, "Okay, then my grandson will go to Tianjie Temple first."

Zhu Yuanzhang hesitated for a moment and asked, "Will you come over to sleep tonight?"

Zhu Ying thought for a moment and said, "It will take a few days. My grandson also needs to deal with the Chamber of Commerce under his command."

A hint of regret flashed across Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes, but he didn't say much.

Zhu Ying left the Jinshen Hall, and then sat in the carriage, heading towards the Tianjie Temple.

In the 21st year of Hongwu, Tianjie Temple was burned down. Zhu Yuanzhang rebuilt the temple in Fengshan, south of the city, about 20 miles away from the Daming Imperial Palace.

Even if it is relatively easy to walk, it will take almost half a day to go back and forth.

Just as Zhu Ying was riding in a luxurious carriage, passing through Fengtian Square and almost arriving at Fengtian Gate.

Zhu Yunwen just happened to come out from the middle left gate.

Chunhe Hall is the East Palace, which is located to the east of the right side of Fengtian Hall.

It’s not too far from Chunhe Gate to Fengtian Gate.

As the current crown prince, Zhu Yunwen of course went to court on time. Basically, he came over slowly after all the civil and military officials arrived at the Fengtian Hall.

"Hey, isn't the Emperor planning to hold an early court session today? Why is he leaving so early?"

Of course he knew the emperor's carriage, but the emperor rarely used it himself and he had never sat in it.

Seeing the carriage heading towards Fengtian Gate, Zhu Yunwen said with some confusion.

Huang Zicheng, who was standing next to him, was also a little confused when he heard this.

Normally, when His Majesty cancels the morning court, a eunuch will come to inform him, and he will not have to wait like other ministers.

"No, Your Highness, look, all the ministers have already entered the palace."

Huang Zicheng looked up at the Fengtian Palace, but there were no ministers there.

This situation can only mean that His Majesty has started the morning court session.

If Your Majesty is not here and there is no morning court, a eunuch from the Imperial Household Department will come out and announce that today's morning court will be postponed.

Since he was able to get in, it meant that the morning court must have been opened.

"Who was that person who just went out? This is the emperor's carriage. Who dares to ride it privately?" Zhu Yunwen asked with some confusion.

Judging from the situation around the carriage just now, there seemed to be Ti riders following it, which obviously meant there was someone riding in it.

Huang Zicheng frowned slightly and asked the eunuch who was following Zhu Yunwen:

"Do you know what happened in the palace last night?"

When the young eunuch heard this question, he replied with a trembling voice: "Reporting to Mr. Huang, I know nothing."

Hearing this, Huang Zicheng and Zhu Yunwen looked at each other and immediately realized that something was wrong.

This is too obvious a case of trying to cover up one's own guilt.

Zhu Yunwen shouted in a stern voice, "Tell me, what happened in the palace last night, and who was that person riding in the carriage?"