There are some people around Xiao Zhu, which is really nothing to be surprised about.
Leaving aside the fact that young Zhu, as the crown prince, already held a stable position, even crown princes in other dynasties often had their own powerful factions around them. As long as it wasn't too outrageous, the emperor would allow it, and these factions were often even established by the emperor himself.
Zhu Yunying was naturally pleased with these things, and this was part of the team he was preparing for his son, the young Zhu. If one day the young Zhu were to take over power, he would naturally need a trusted team to quickly gain control of the court.
Just like Zhu Yuanzhang himself, he had a group of people around him from an early age. Under the deliberate cultivation of Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Yuanzhang, that group of people quickly gained experience. Therefore, after Zhu Yuanzhang ascended the throne, his confidants quickly became true important ministers.
Whether civil officials or military generals, they all need to prepare something for little Zhu. However, little Zhu is still young, so there's no need to rush things with the civil officials, but the military officials need to provide him with some support.
"When you go to Fengyang this time, remember to visit our fellow villagers for us." Zhu Yunying became serious and said, "Remember to pay your respects at the tomb of Marquis Yihui. The Imperial Mausoleum and the Imperial Shrine are all our benefactors. I remember Wang Wen is still alive. When you go there, you must serve him with the respect due to a junior."
Marquis Yihui, also known as Liu Jizu, is someone whom all the descendants of the Zhu family should be grateful to. Back then, Liu Jizu gave the Zhu family a piece of land to bury their parents.
Wang Wen is the son of Granny Wang, who is also Zhu Yuanzhang's godfather and the benefactor mentioned in the "Imperial Inscription for the Imperial Mausoleum" personally written by Zhu Yuanzhang. Wang Wen is even the same "Cao Xiu" who escorted Zhu Yuanzhang to Huangjue Temple.
Little Zhu said with a grin, "We went to the Imperial College a while ago and had a meal with Wang Yong."
Wang Yong was also Wang Wen's grandson. Actually, Wang Wen's son had also been taken to the Imperial Academy by Zhu Yuanzhang, but he was mediocre. However, Wang Wen's son had also been arranged to attend the Imperial Academy by Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Yuanzhang, and the Zhu family acknowledged the kindness shown to Wang Wen's mother.
Zhu Yunying was very satisfied and said with a smile, "That's good. It's good that our Yin'er remembers these things. Our Zhu family repays kindness with kindness, and you must remember this. We must be grateful!"
Little Zhu nodded repeatedly. He wasn't actually a very generous person, nor was he particularly kind. Like Little Zhu, he could be quite vengeful at times. However, they were both very clear about right and wrong, which was actually a good thing.
Little Zhu is quite sensible, which makes Zhu Yunying feel much more at ease, and it seems that there are some things he doesn't need to worry about too much.
Remembering some things, Zhu Yunying continued, "Fengyang is the hometown of the emperor. Since the founding of our Great Ming Dynasty, Fengyang has received support from the imperial court. Whether it was the previous relocation of people or the allocation of money and materials by the imperial court, it has been quite substantial."
Little Zhu understood, sitting in front of Zhu Yunying, "Father, we know. If Fengyang were truly prosperous, our great-grandfather wouldn't have gone hungry."
"It's enough that you understand these principles. You should go and explore Fengyang later." Zhu Yunying said patiently to Little Zhu, "You were born in Yingtian Prefecture, which is right under the emperor's nose. Although you haven't been in the inner palace all these years, you should still observe and listen more."
Little Zhu's eyes darted around, and the boy seemed to understand. "Then, if we were to tour our Great Ming Dynasty..."
“Let’s go and see along the way, see the prefectures, see the villages, see what the people of our Great Ming are really like.” Zhu Yunying immediately interrupted, not giving the little Zhu a chance to make a fuss. “If you dare to run wild, we’ll have to deal with you later.”
This is where Little Zhu's arrogance lies. He said smugly, "If you try to mess with me, I'll just go hide in the Qing Palace. I'm not afraid, I can run really fast now."
This kid is such a 'rebellious son,' though he was a cute little guy when he was younger. It's just that the older he gets, the more infuriating he becomes. I reckon only Old Zhu has always found him incredibly adorable.
Xu Miaoqing simply sat aside and listened. She didn't think her husband had any prejudice, nor was she worried that her precious son would talk back to anyone. This was just one of the ways a family of three would get along.
More importantly, Xu Miaoqing knows her limits. Even though Xiao Zhu is currently rolling her eyes in anger, she doesn't treat Xiao Xiao Zhu any differently because of it. Xiao Xiao Zhu's current behavior is a result of being spoiled by Lao Zhu and Xiao Zhu.
In fact, Xu Miaoqing knew even better that although her son was still just a child, he was already starting to have some thoughts, after all, he was the crown prince of the Ming Dynasty.
Moreover, Xu Miaoqing was genuinely proud of her son, because with the education of two generations of emperors, little Zhu was definitely an excellent crown prince.
Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang, the founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty, needs no introduction; mere description of his great talent and ambition is insufficient to fully capture his achievements. As for his successor, Emperor Xiao Zhu, even if he seemed to have some fantastical ideas, he certainly possessed considerable experience in governing the country.
These two individuals frequently offered advice and personal guidance, all of which broadened Xiao Zhu's horizons.
Others might not know, but Xu Miaoqing's existence is not without its problems. The Crown Prince in the Qianqing Palace is capable of handling certain matters, even if his methods seem rather simple. (Gu Yan)
What could be said? Xu Miaoqing was overjoyed. Her grandfather was giving little Zhu a chance to practice, and Xu Miaoqing was naturally happy to do so. Even though she was six months pregnant, she kept a close eye on the food and fruits served in the Qianqing Palace.
She was not only fulfilling her filial duty, but also taking care of her own son. She hoped that her grandfather could continue to teach him for a few more years, so that her son would surely become an excellent crown prince and a wise and virtuous monarch in the future.
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