However, the Ming Dynasty at this time could not tolerate the rampant lawlessness of some nobles. This was not the early years of the founding of the dynasty; the country was not particularly peaceful then, and many generals had not yet regained their military power. Therefore, Emperor Zhu sometimes turned a blind eye to such behavior.
But now, Zhu Yuanzhang often has no choice. As emperor, he is the emperor of all the people, not the emperor of the Huaixi nobility.
Moreover, Zhu Yuanzhang had been cracking down on corruption, and many civil officials who were killed had to make arrangements for their families before going to court. This made corrupt officials tremble with fear.
However, this group of people who fought alongside Zhu De in the past were the ones who became corrupt and degenerate the fastest. Apart from some of Zhu De's sons, they were the most lawless and morally bankrupt group.
Lan Yu is definitely a good knife, and Zhu Xiong Ying really wants to keep it, as there will be many more places where Lan Yu will be needed in the future.
However, given Lan Yu's rampant lawlessness, Zhu Xiong Ying had no choice but to grit his teeth and let him go. Even if he wasn't killed, he would have to keep him idle. For a long time to come, the Ming Dynasty would need to continue to recover its strength and improve its national power. Not only should it rectify official corruption, but it would also be necessary to improve the system.
The pressure on Lan Yu needs to continue, because he's the kind of person who thrives on a little encouragement. If you loosen your grip even slightly, he'll become completely unrestrained.
Upon returning to the Eastern Palace, Zhu Biao immediately asked, "How is the Duke of Liang?"
"It seems that the Duke of Liang is not taking my words to heart, even though I have my grandmother keeping an eye on him." Zhu Xiong Ying said helplessly, "Father, you should step in and give him a warning. My words don't carry much weight with him."
Zhu Biao smiled and then said, "If my admonition had any effect, I wouldn't have needed you to invite your mother-in-law. All these years, he hasn't made any progress; he's used all his brainpower on thinking about fighting wars."
That might actually be true. Lan Yu has put all his skill points into warfare, and he's not particularly good at politics.
Remembering something, Zhu Xiong Ying said, "Father, a few days ago during the court audience, I noticed that the prince's crown was the same as the crown prince's, which is against the rules."
Zhu Biao said irritably, "Go talk to your imperial grandfather, it's no use me saying anything!"
Well, it seems that the princes are being treated too well, which is what Old Zhu thinks. Even if Old Zhu favors the crown prince, it doesn't mean he's harsh on his other sons.
The prince wore a crown similar to that of the crown prince, and all civil and military officials had to kneel before him. Old Zhu felt this was only natural, because they were all his sons!
If we consider it that way, we might really have to wait until Old Zhu is gone before we can change some of the rules.
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