Hearing Zhu Xiong Ying say this, Old Zhu didn't say anything more. Of course, he could have taken Zhu Xiong Ying directly to the Fengtian Hall and waited for the civil and military officials to line up before appearing; there was really no problem with that.
However, if Zhu Xiong Ying went to line up first, it could be considered a sign of respect for Old Zhu. This naturally involved emphasizing status and rank among civil and military officials. These things certainly had certain advantages for Zhu Xiong Ying.
It was a bit cold outside, but Zhu Xiong Ying felt that if he couldn't even endure this little bit of hardship, then he really wouldn't be able to do anything, and he would truly become a spoiled brat or a rich royal.
The civil and military officials were already lined up. Zhu Xiong Ying could be considered 'late,' but who would dare say that he was truly late? Even the previous crown prince didn't always wait here in advance; he usually appeared after the civil and military officials had finished their queuing.
Seeing Zhu Xiong Ying's appearance, many civil and military nobles felt somewhat relieved, at least for now it seemed that there would not be any major changes in the court.
The Crown Prince's position was previously secure and his power immense, but with his passing, many things will change. The Grandson of the Crown Prince had a very strong faction, but now that the Crown Prince is gone, his position may also be affected.
Many people were waiting and watching at this time, wanting to see if there would be any changes in the order of the Ming Dynasty.
However, given the current situation, there's no need to consider changing allegiances or seeking a better place to settle down. Just continue doing your job well and don't think about any crooked or unethical methods at this time, otherwise it could very well lead to your demise.
Without uttering a word, Zhu Xiong Ying stood at the head of the procession, leading the civil and military officials into the Fengtian Hall to begin the morning court session of the new day.
Many people are well aware that the early death of the Crown Prince will inevitably cause some changes in the political landscape of the Ming Dynasty. His early death will certainly disrupt some of His Majesty the Emperor's plans and arrangements.
This naturally means that there may be quite a few changes in the coming period. Obviously, these changes may be for the long-term stability of the Ming Dynasty, or they may simply be to ensure the smooth succession of the Crown Prince.
These are all very likely scenarios, and this is what many civil and military nobles are considering. The coming period will undoubtedly be very sensitive, and they all need to be careful. Because even the slightest oversight could lead to a bloodbath.
Everyone is aware that the transfer of power in the imperial court is often cruel and ruthless. When it comes to imperial power, it is often even more brutal and terrifying.
Zhu Yuanzhang strode into the Fengtian Hall, sat on the dragon throne, and after the civil and military officials paid their respects, pointed to the people in front of him, saying, "Crown Prince, stand here. From now on, you will be in charge of the court officials every day, hearing and deciding on matters from various departments. You must be discerning, so that you will not be misled by treacherous officials. You must be diligent, so that you will not be indulged in comfort. You must be decisive, so that you will not be bound by legal jargon!"
Zhu Xiong Ying immediately knelt down and said loudly, "Your subject will remember this."
Well, this can be considered another confirmation of Zhu Xiong Ying's status by Zhu the old man. Some of the princes' little schemes need to be hidden now, otherwise they might face retribution later.
The former Crown Prince's faction felt much more at ease, as they could more easily pledge allegiance to the Crown Prince without fear of rejection. The Crown Prince's faction, on the other hand, was even happier. Their initial worries about the Crown Prince's precarious position seemed to have been unfounded.
However, at this time, some people may feel uneasy.
It's not about the Crown Prince's status or anything like that; rather, while His Majesty the Emperor appears to be giving instructions, he's also subtly warning certain individuals. The Crown Prince's position is very secure, and he has begun to formally take over some government affairs.
However, His Majesty the Emperor didn't mention 'benevolence,' a quality that the crown prince must possess. The fact that he didn't mention it at all when it came to the Crown Prince doesn't necessarily indicate dissatisfaction with him. These subtle hints were simply meant to make things clear to the civil officials.
They should have a good idea of what kind of temperament the Crown Prince has. They should also have a clear understanding of the Crown Prince's style of doing things.
The Ming Dynasty court in the future might become even more ruthless and oppressive!
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