Old Zhu smiled and said gently to Little Zhu, "Yin'er, you must remember never to change your orders frequently. Otherwise, the officials will be at a loss, and the government will be unable to function. Furthermore, that will make people think that the emperor is indecisive and not a wise ruler."
As Little Zhu nodded, Old Zhu continued, "Furthermore, it is absolutely forbidden for decisions to come from two different sources. Otherwise, the officials will be at a loss and will speculate about the power struggle within the imperial court. Even if we dote on your grandfather and father, we usually let them read the memorials first before we approve them. They also know their limits; even if they disagree with us, they will outwardly follow our will."
Little Zhu naturally continued to nod in agreement, because what his great-grandfather said made sense, and he had heard about it to some extent before.
Old Zhu glanced at Little Zhu and continued, "Since your father let your second uncle out, he doesn't intend to punish him severely. If we interfere, it won't be good for your father. If we get involved, it will embarrass your father. We know your father is sensible. Just give your second uncle a warning and let him know that he should reflect on his mistakes.
This was just a warning to Zhu Yunwen; Old Zhu didn't really intend to interfere much. Unless his precious grandson's methods were too harsh, Old Zhu could accept it.
It's clear that Old Zhu can rest easy now. There's nothing to do with his loved ones being hurt and his enemies being pleased; he can accept most things. Since that's the case, it has nothing to do with him anymore; he just needs to give him a warning.
It's perfectly normal for little Zhu to listen to his father's teachings and example; this is a common scene in his growth process.
Zhu Yunwen, standing to the side, was on the verge of tears. Putting aside whether he should have listened to those admonitions, the main problem was that his second brother had clearly made a mistake, and it was his second brother who should have been disciplined, yet he had simply let it go!
Now, it's his turn to be the most innocent and obedient third brother to take the blame. It's obvious everyone is trying to put him in a difficult position; he needs to be exonerated!
Although he was inwardly complaining, Zhu Yunwen could only continue to play the role of the one being reprimanded, and he had no choice but to accept the injustice!
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