The power struggles in the imperial court never ceased, nor did Zhu Yunwen's underhanded tactics behind the scenes.
He kept having other thoughts and ideas, and during this time Zhu Yuanzhang ordered him not to attend the morning court anymore, which seemed to mean that he was no longer being given a chance.
But he clearly has no intention of giving up so easily.
However, on this day, a eunuch came to Zhu Yunwen and said that the emperor wanted him to attend the morning court the next day.
This news was undoubtedly very good for Zhu Yunwen, as he saw it as a very positive sign.
Lady Lü was also very happy and said to Zhu Yunwen:
“My son is no ordinary person. Although the Emperor did not allow you to attend the morning court for a while, he soon made you attend again. It is clear that the court still cannot do without you, and your imperial grandfather will continue to focus on cultivating you.”
Zhu Yunwen smiled and said:
“I knew it. In my grandfather’s heart, Zhu Yunwen is no match for me. Although I have been reprimanded and punished by my grandfather for some of my actions during this period, the punishment obviously did not last long.”
Lady Lü smiled and nodded, saying:
"This is a good start. You have made so many mistakes, yet His Majesty still wants to rely on you. This shows his affirmation and recognition of you."
So this time you must perform well. Don't rush to take action against Zhu Yunwen. First, show your strength and let the Emperor see the difference in ability.
At that time, we won't need to do anything to Zhu Yunwen; the Emperor will naturally make him abandon him.
Zhu Yunwen nodded in strong agreement. Just because the emperor had asked Zhu Yunwen to attend one morning court session, he and his mother had already come up with so many ideas.
It must be said, their thinking is truly dynamic.
However, whether what they think is actually true or not, we probably don't know!
That night, Zhu Yunwen thought a lot, and even planned how to deal with Zhu Yunzhuo when he slowly regained his favor and power.
...
Soon, the next day arrived as scheduled.
On this day, Zhu Yunwen went to the morning court early.
Zhu Yunwen was actually earlier than him.
They were already standing neatly in front of the civil officials, looking spirited and in excellent condition.
He doesn't look like the second grandson of the emperor who was severely punished by Zhu Yuanzhang not long ago.
This gave Zhu Yunwen a vague sense of unease. Just thinking about how Zhu Yuanzhang had asked him to look at the four-clawed python robe yesterday, and how Zhu Yunwen was now standing in the morning court, looking so pleased with himself.
Could it be...?
He suddenly realized that the only possibility was that Zhu Yuanzhang was preparing to make Zhu Yunwen the crown prince.
This made Zhu Yongtong sigh helplessly; it seemed that in the end, he still had to rely on himself for everything.
It seems like they're definitely going to rebel.
That's what he was thinking!
Zhu Yunwen also glanced at Zhu Yunwen, his smugness undisguised.
He had also received some rumors that Zhu Yuanzhang had commissioned a four-clawed python robe.
It was clearly prepared for the Crown Prince and the Imperial Grandson, and now that the four-clawed python robe has just been made, he wants me to come to the court today to join the morning court session.
Perhaps this is an intentional message to suggest that he is to be made the crown prince?
Otherwise, why would you bring yourself to this morning court session?
Zhu Yunwen thought this made a lot of sense.
He became increasingly triumphant and full of high spirits.
During the morning court session, the officials were all discussing the matter. If they hadn't received any information yesterday, then today, there were no secrets left hidden in the court.
The news that Zhu Yuanzhang had ordered a four-clawed python robe to be made had already spread throughout the court.
Some people were worried, while others were excited. The majority of those who were worried were military officers, because Zhu Yunwen had been in power all along, although Zhu Yunwen seemed to have performed better recently.
But Zhu Yunwen's sudden appearance at the morning court session this morning already indicated that the matter was not simple.
Similarly, if military officers could think of it, civil officials naturally thought of it as well.
They all smiled, believing that Zhu Yunwen was now unstoppable.
Amidst all their speculations, Zhu Yuanzhang finally arrived at the imperial court.
Zhu Yuanzhang was clearly very happy today, with a smile on his face and a ruddy complexion.
He did not sit down. After all the civil and military officials shouted "Long live the Emperor!", Zhu Yuanzhang happily addressed the assembled officials, saying:
"I'm very happy today because I made a decision."
Everyone is speculating that the selection of the Crown Prince might be announced today.
They all became excited and nervous!
Zhu Yuanzhang continued, "Since the founding of the Ming Dynasty, although I may not have made any great achievements, I have at least lived up to the foundation I have laid and to the expectations of the people."
The empire must eventually have an heir. We raised a crown prince, but alas, fate was cruel, causing us immense grief. But thankfully, we still have our grandson.
After some deliberation, we have finally chosen one of our grandsons who can be entrusted with important responsibilities and inherit the throne.
Upon hearing this, many officials turned their gaze to Zhu Yunwen.
Although Zhu Yunwen did not perform well during this period and even made many mistakes, he was in a very embarrassing situation at one point.
On several occasions, they even suffered heavy losses.
However, when it comes to the selection of the Crown Prince and future heir apparent, most officials would immediately think of Zhu Yunwen.
After all, on the surface he was Zhu Yuanzhang's eldest grandson.
Zhu Yuanzhang continued, “The crown prince is the future emperor. Therefore, we have put a lot of effort into choosing the crown prince. Fortunately, among my grandsons, there is such a candidate who is both capable and virtuous. Although he may have had a less than good reputation in the past, he has ultimately stood the test of time.”
In fact, this statement can be applied to both Zhu Yunwen and Zhu Yuntong.
After all, his reputation wasn't good, and recently, Zhu Yunwen's reputation had been bad.
However, people still prejudicially believe that this refers to Zhu Yunwen.
A smile appeared on Zhu Yunwen's face.
Just then, Zhu Yuanzhang waved his hand, and a eunuch brought up a four-clawed python robe.
The moment Zhu Yunwen saw the python robe, he became excited.
He could almost see himself wearing the python robe, and even imagined standing beside Zhu Yuanzhang, second only to the emperor, exuding the domineering aura and majesty of a future emperor, and feeling the spotlight and high status he would be in.
Zhu Yuanzhang continued:
"We have already prepared the imperial robes for the future crown prince. Today, we will announce to the officials and the world the selection of the crown prince, who will be the future heir apparent, at this morning court session."
Zhu Yuanzhang was also very excited at this moment, and the officials were even more eager to see what would happen next.
Both the civil officials and Zhu Yunwen looked expectantly at Zhu Yuanzhang, hoping to hear the name Zhu Yunwen from his mouth as soon as possible.
And Zhu Yuanzhang did indeed slowly begin to speak:
"I hereby declare that the eldest grandson of the Emperor, the Crown Prince, is none other than my grandson, Zhu Yunwen!"
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