Zhu Yuanzhang had to make plans for Zhu Yunwen, to guard against Zhu Di seizing the throne from him in the future.
But to his surprise, Zhu Yunwen actually took the initiative to go to Zhu Di's place, which made Zhu Yuanzhang somewhat uneasy.
He was afraid that the fourth prince, Zhu Di, might do something to Zhu Yunwen.
Seemingly sensing Zhu Yuanzhang's worries, Zhu Yunwen smiled and said:
"Grandpa, you don't need to worry about me. Now I am the Crown Prince, and my fourth uncle will not, and will not dare to, do anything to me for the time being."
Neither Zhu Yuanzhang nor Zhu Yunwen spoke too directly.
Instead, they exchanged a knowing glance.
Immediately afterwards, Zhu Yuanzhang sighed and said:
"You know what we're worried about, so you still want to go?"
Zhu Yunwen nodded and said:
"I have to go. First, to find the talent I'm looking for, and second, I also want to go and give my fourth uncle a warning."
At this point, Zhu Yunwen spoke to Zhu Yuanzhang without so many concerns.
Since Zhu Yuanzhang wanted him to be the crown prince, he must have hoped that he would hold onto this position firmly.
Given this, Zhu Yuanzhang must have been fully aware of the only threat Zhu Yunwen posed.
Zhu Yuanzhang did not want Zhu Yunwen to go to the north, obviously because he was worried that Zhu Di might do something to Zhu Yunwen.
Since Zhu Yuanzhang also had doubts about Zhu Di, Zhu Yunwen was not afraid to expose the matter.
Seeing Zhu Yunwen's insistence, Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and said:
"Fine, go if you want. With us here, that brat Fourth Prince probably won't dare to do anything to you. Besides, you're the Crown Prince now, so it's good for you to go to the northern border to inspect it."
"I'll also give you a task while I'm at it: go check on the results of Fu Youde's recruitment efforts. And urge him to train the border guards properly."
Zhu Yunwen said with a smile:
"Grandson understands. Time is of the essence, so grandson will set off tomorrow."
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled helplessly and said:
"You always rush to do things whenever something comes up. Well, since you say the situation is urgent, then it's better to get it done sooner rather than later. If it can really solve the people's food problem, then it's definitely better to do it sooner rather than later."
Zhu Yunwen smiled, then cupped his hands in farewell.
After leaving the Imperial Study, the Three Yangs followed behind Zhu Yunwen.
Upon arriving at the Wenhua Hall, we found it was the place where Zhu Yunwen usually helped Zhu Yuanzhang process memorials and where he also studied.
Upon arriving at the Wenhua Hall, Yang Shiqi couldn't wait to speak:
"Your Highness, going to Prince Yan, Zhu Di, at this time will likely be much more dangerous along the way."
Yang Rong also spoke up, saying, "I share the same concern, fearing that something bad might happen. Otherwise..."
They wanted to persuade Zhu Yunwen not to go. In their view, Zhu Yunwen's safety was the most important thing at the moment. On his way to find the three of them, he had already encountered several assassination attempts.
If we go further north, it's not hard to predict that there will be other dangers.
However, Zhu Yunwen said:
"Don't worry, I will bring ten Imperial Guards with me, and Zhao Qingzhu will accompany me. With her by my side, I believe there are few people in this world who can harm me."
Upon hearing Zhu Yunwen's words, the three Yangs were speechless.
Although they wanted to persuade Zhu Yunwen not to go, they had to admit that with Zhao Qingzhu around, no one could possibly get past Zhu Yunwen.
Thinking of this, they stopped trying to persuade them.
Zhu Yunwen then said to them:
"During my absence, you should continue to sort through the memorials sent by the cabinet according to your own ideas. Write down the problems and opinions you have. Then send them to Your Majesty."
The three Yangs bowed and said, "Your Highness, we understand and will obey your orders!"
Zhu Yunwen said with a smile:
"No need for formalities. These three are talents I invited back. I believe in your abilities and I also believe that you can create a good future for them."
Therefore, the three of you must work hard and not let my good intentions go to waste.
The three Yangs knelt on the ground and said in unison:
"Your Highness's kindness in recognizing and valuing us is something we will never forget. We will dedicate ourselves to Your Highness and serve the people to the utmost, even unto death."
Zhu Yunwen smiled and helped them up, nodding in satisfaction. He was also full of hope for the future.
Then Zhu Yunwen said to the three Yangs:
"Actually, this trip to the North isn't just about finding the person I'm looking for. I also want to see this Fourth Uncle. Right now, he's the only one who poses a threat to my future throne."
It's better to get to know people like this sooner rather than later, so I can have better strategies for dealing with them in the future. Otherwise, I'll be in a very passive position, which is definitely not a good thing.
Upon hearing Zhu Yunwen's words, Yang Shiqi paused for a moment, then nodded and said:
"In that case, this trip is indeed somewhat unavoidable. In that case, I will no longer stop Your Highness. However, the journey is still dangerous, so you must not let Miss Qingzhu leave your side even for a moment."
Zhu Yunwen smiled and nodded, knowing that the three Yangs were also doing it for his own good.
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