Zhu Xiong Ying had no complaints about playing the role of a mouthpiece.
Moreover, those in positions of power often don't need to be too explicit about certain matters. They frequently rely on the understanding and insight of their subordinates.
In fact, what Zhu Xiong Ying is saying now is just a hint from Old Zhu. Although Old Zhu is almost ready to open the book, in his eyes, his eldest grandson, though intelligent and precocious, is still just a child. A little concealment is enough; he believes his grandson will understand.
Whether the Chang family can understand, or whether they are willing to relinquish their military power, depends on whether the Chang family is reliable.
Zhu Yuanzhang had been consistently working to reclaim military power. This was especially true after Li Wenzhong's death, when Zhu Yuanzhang needed to be wary of Chang Mao, given Chang Mao's special status. He was not only Zhu Xiong Ying's uncle but also the son-in-law of Duke Feng Sheng of Song.
Zhu Xiong Ying was cunning, but his younger siblings were naive and simply enjoyed eating and drinking.
As for Chang's cousins, there aren't any yet. Although Chang Mao is almost thirty, he still doesn't have any children, which worries the Chang family. Could it be that Old Chang's bloodthirstiness offended Heaven?
"Your Highness, it's time to return to the palace." Wang Chengen ran over quietly and said, "His Majesty has sent out a retinue; it's time to set off."
Zhu Xiong Ying was taken aback for a moment and asked, "When did you arrive? How come I didn't know?"
"I've been waiting outside for half an hour. His Majesty said that Your Highness should spend more time with your relatives, but the time is up now." Wang Chengen said to Zhu Xiong Ying with a bitter face, "Your Highness, what do you think?"
There's nothing more to say. Zhu Xiong Ying stood up. "Grandmother, Uncle, I'll come over again if I have time."
The Lan family naturally agreed; the Crown Prince's closeness to his maternal clan was certainly a good thing for them. Although the Crown Prince's mother had passed away, as long as the Crown Prince still valued blood ties, the Chang family might very well share the fate of the nation.
"Yunyi!" Zhu Xiong Ying turned around, gritting her teeth, "If you misbehave again, I won't take you out next time!"
Zhu Yunwen, who was struggling with a small pug, immediately put on a mournful face, and then, encouraged by his two older sisters, walked over with a pitiful expression, "Royal brother..."
Zhu Xiong Ying was helpless; he hadn't expected that the pug was actually 'domestically made'. Oh well, Zhu Xiong Ying decided not to be the bad guy.
Zhu Xiong Ying looked at Chang Lan and said, "Grandmother, if you find a suitable puppy, send one to the East Palace."
Lan nodded repeatedly. In truth, if the Crown Prince were to speak, what kind of dog couldn't they find?!
Zhu Yunwen pointed at the pug, seemingly intending to take it away directly.
"No way! Dogs are very loyal to their owners!" Grabbing Zhu Yunwen by the collar, Zhu Xiong Ying turned around. "Xi'er, Yue'er, come with me! If your grandmother finds you a puppy and you don't take good care of it, see how I deal with you!"
After sending her two younger sisters and an orphaned younger brother onto the imperial carriage, Zhu Xiong Ying decided that she should travel alone next time. Carrying these mischievous children was truly a headache.
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