This is not only an explanation to Wang Chengen, but also a reminder to the Empress. At this time, it is necessary to be firm and not let the rumors cause the officials to be unsettled, nor to let the people of Yingtian Prefecture have doubts.
Zhu Yunying, who was almost running, didn't seem to mind getting out of breath and continued, "Make a record of the imperial family members, nobles, and officials who have inquired about the situation in the capital, and order the Embroidered Uniform Guard and the Eastern Depot to investigate them thoroughly!"
Supervision is also very necessary. Even though Old Zhu started seeing his children recently and some news has circulated, overall it is still under control.
Zhu Yunying was well aware that many people were indeed paying close attention to the movements in the capital, especially those in the Qianqing Palace.
It's hard to say what those people's motives are, and Zhu Yunying usually doesn't take it too seriously. But at this time, if you show excessive concern or are scheming, Zhu Yunying might turn on you and seek revenge later.
These were all very likely to happen, and Zhu Yunying was indeed decisive and resolute at this time. Some things wouldn't be perfect just because he had secured the throne, and some things wouldn't go smoothly just because he was the emperor.
Zhu Yunying was never careless about things that required attention and caution. He also never thought too kindly of people, and often even assumed the worst of things.
Only when you are well prepared can you feel at ease. Even if some things happen unexpectedly, you can quickly regain control of the situation.
At this time, the emperor issued a series of decrees, and many people naturally knew what to do. They all understood that such an important matter required their utmost efforts and that they had to execute every decree of His Majesty meticulously without any omissions.
Zhu Yunying didn't need to say much more at this point; he had given all the necessary instructions and made all the necessary preparations. Now, he needed to go to the Qianqing Palace to check on the situation, though he was actually quite anxious.
Even though she seemed to have done some mental preparation beforehand, and even thought about such things from time to time over the past two years, when it really came down to it, Joo Yoon-young still felt inexplicably flustered if she actually encountered such a situation.
It can't be said that she and Lao Zhu have been completely dependent on each other for the past few years, but in reality, they have indeed become more reliant on each other in recent years. Having been in this world for over twenty years, she has always received Lao Zhu's endless love and affection, so their bond goes without saying.
Although somewhat flustered and uneasy, Zhu Yunying knew she had to remain calm and consider certain things at this moment.
The moment Zhu Yunying appeared in the Qianqing Palace, the palace maids and eunuchs who were serving him seemed to have found their anchor. Of course, they all knelt down, feeling extremely uneasy and fearful, afraid of angering the emperor.
Zhu Yunying quietly pushed open the door to the bedchamber and saw Shuangquan kneeling in front of the bed.
Slowly walking to the bedside, Zhu Yunying sat beside Old Zhu, looking at the frail old man lying there peacefully. His soft breathing brought Zhu Yunying a slight sense of reassurance.
In Zhu Yunying's memory, his grandfather had always been very powerful and domineering; he had witnessed the Hongwu Emperor at his most majestic and domineering. However, the Hongwu Emperor's power and domineering nature were never directed at Zhu Yunying.
What Zhu Yunying saw was not only the founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty, but also his grandfather who doted on him.
After glancing at Shuangquan, Zhu Yunying asked in a low voice, "What did the imperial physicians say?"
With red eyes, Shuangquan reported in a low voice, "They said His Majesty is lacking energy."
Zhu Yunying was displeased and said directly, "Give us a straight answer, don't be vague. Shouldn't we be preparing?"
Shuangquan kowtowed, and at this point he could only say, "The Imperial Hospital says it's probably within the next few days."
Zhu Yunying sighed and said to Shuangquan, "Let Fifth Uncle and the two imperial aunts also enter the palace. As for the other imperial uncles and aunts, do not let them leave the capital for now, and do not tell them anything. If there is an imperial decree, send them to the palace immediately."
Shuangquan wiped away his tears, but at this point he could only accept the order; it was the only thing he could do now.
Zhu Yunying simply sat quietly in front of the couch, looking at Old Zhu's aged face, feeling indescribable emotions.
The palace lanterns were lit, and before we knew it, it was already dark.
Wang Chengen carefully approached Zhu Yunying and said, "Your Majesty, would you like some food?"
Zhu Yunying said expressionlessly, "No appetite. Has the Duke of Zhongshan entered the palace?"
Wang Chengen immediately reported in a low voice, "Your Majesty, the Duke of Zhongshan is on duty in the palace, and the Marquis of Wuding and the Marquis of Changxing are also guarding the palace city."
Zhu Yunying nodded slightly, feeling a little more at ease. It seemed that some things required preparation, and indeed, Zhu Yunying should make some preparations.
Zhu Yunying then asked, "Where are Fifth Uncle and Imperial Aunt? Where are they now?"
Wang Chengen immediately replied, "His Highness Prince Zhou and the two Grand Princesses have already entered the palace and are waiting in the side hall."
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Zhu Yunying nodded slightly. These things did indeed need to be done well. Preparing in advance was sufficient. Zhu Yunying understood that this was his responsibility, something he had to do.
Just then, Old Zhu, lying on the couch, twitched his eyelids slightly and then slowly opened his eyes. Seeing Zhu Yunying, a glimmer of light seemed to appear in Old Zhu's cloudy eyes.
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