It's true that Zhu Yuanzhang was the crown prince of the Ming Dynasty, but some of the duties he performed were reserved for the emperor.
Old Zhu led Zhu Xiong Ying away from the Wuying Hall, still somewhat grumbling, "Ying'er, your father is too kind. Those lawless nobles should be punished! But whenever we punish them severely, your father advises us, saying that killing too many people will damage harmony. Although he is willing to raise an army, he prefers the rule of virtue."
“I think this is quite good. Grandfather’s power is too great, so those nobles and officials naturally dare not make a move. Father’s virtue is good, it saves them a little trouble. Grandfather also knows his grandson’s temperament, so he will inevitably have headaches and fears in the future.” Zhu Xiong Ying laughed and said, “Grandson will inevitably have to hold a book in one hand and a sword in the other.”
Old Zhu immediately chuckled and said with a smile, "A blend of Legalist and Confucian styles, a hundred schools of thought—that's a good thing about my grandson. Your father, after all, is still more influenced by Confucianism. We just wish he could use strict laws and punishments."
This made Zhu Xiong Ying unable to bear it any longer. Zhu Xiong Ying said, "Grandfather, whether it is Father or I who ascend the throne in the future, we will inevitably have to change the punishments. It is good to use severe punishments in chaotic times, but we cannot always use severe punishments."
Old Zhu glared at Zhu Xiong Ying, but seeing Zhu Xiong Ying's smiling face, Old Zhu didn't say anything.
Zhu Yuanzhang (Emperor Zhu) could be said to have some resentment towards the wealthy, looked down on some scholars, and suppressed many nobles. However, when it comes to the common people, throughout history, there are almost no emperors who could compare with Zhu Yuanzhang in terms of caring for the people.
Zhu Xiong Ying felt that he held considerable weight. To outsiders, he was the Crown Prince, naturally possessing a noble status. However, within the imperial family, Zhu Xiong Ying was currently a buffer between the old Zhu and the new Zhu, needing to mediate between them.
This is no joke; this role is extremely important. Without certain abilities and status, one cannot shoulder such a crucial responsibility.
Zhu Xiong Ying was simply chatting with Old Zhu, who, despite seemingly complaining about some of the actions of the First Emperor, was actually just venting to Zhu Xiong Ying. The biggest princeling in the Ming Dynasty was, in fact, Old Zhu himself.
Moreover, on most occasions, Zhu Yuanzhang's performance made him incredibly proud. He believed that Zhu Yuanzhang could succeed him, manage the Ming Dynasty well, and leave a solid legacy for his descendants.
Minor conflicts are really nothing to worry about; Old Zhu won't take them to heart, and Big Zhu probably won't either. As for Little Zhu, Zhu Xiong Ying, he probably won't take things too seriously either.
But when it's time to ask, you should definitely ask.
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