Chapter 22 There's a Trap
Zhu Yuhuan's injury while practicing martial arts was not a big deal, but there was a distance from the training ground to Wenhua Hall. In addition, Zhu Yuhuan only wore light-colored robes in spring, and the blood stains on her body were particularly obvious. Anyone she met could see the blood stains on her clothes.
In addition, the Eastern Palace invited the imperial physician to treat Zhu Yuhuan, so it was difficult to cover up the matter. Therefore, the next morning, after hearing what had happened from his subordinates, Saihazhi went to the Eastern Palace to apologize.
Before leaving, the emperor handed his beloved daughter to Saihazhi, but such a thing happened when he was away for just one day. When the emperor returns to the court, he will definitely hold him accountable, so naturally he has to go to the East Palace in advance to ask the prince to punish him.
Not to mention Saihazhi, even the armory was shocked. They originally just wanted to find a bow and arrow to get by, but they didn't expect that the little girl from the prince's family actually practiced every day, and practiced the bow and arrow to the point of damage, and even injured herself. If Zhu Di comes back, will they be in trouble?
Although he was frightened, Zhu Yuhuan's perseverance was truly amazing.
The world is at peace now, and the emperor is personally leading an expedition against the Tatars. How could a girl be expected to practice martial arts like this? Could it be that the Ming Dynasty has no one left to use?
The palace guard at the door saw Saihazhi and said without waiting for him to speak, "Commander, come with me."
Yesterday's incident was no small matter, and the Crown Prince must have known all about it. Therefore, Sehazhi was not surprised. Following the palace attendant inside, he saw the Crown Prince and Crown Princess sitting in the hall, accompanied by a small figure, naturally, Zhu Yuhuan. The three of them were each holding a book, reading with great interest, occasionally quoting a passage to discuss, apparently reading together.
However, the thick layer of gauze wrapped around Zhu Yuhuan's hand was particularly eye-catching, which showed that what happened yesterday was not an exaggeration.
"Commander, please wait a moment. I will go in and pass on the message. Since the young master is unable to practice martial arts today, the Crown Prince is taking the Crown Princess and the young master to study together."
Saihazhi nodded slightly: "Thank you."
The palace maid went in to announce it, and the prince put down the book in his hand and said with a smile, "Let the commander come in."
Saihazhi then walked in and saluted the Crown Prince, saying, "I greet His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and His Royal Highness the Crown Princess."
The prince looked at the palace servants bringing in chairs and said, "Get up! Why is the commander coming here so early in the morning?"
Saihazhi bowed and said, "I come to apologize. Before the Emperor left, he entrusted the young master to my care. However, I failed to fulfill my duties as a teacher and was unaware that the weapons presented by the arsenal were old and worn, resulting in the young master's injury."
The Crown Prince didn't take it seriously and said with a smile, "Huanhuan told me and the Crown Princess when he came back that the injury was accidental. He also said that the commander is usually busy with military affairs and many other matters, so it's inevitable that there will be omissions. There's no need to worry about it."
This matter could have been a big deal or a small one. Not to mention that Zhu Yuhuan had no intention of pursuing it, even if she did cause any trouble, the Crown Prince and the Crown Princess would both maintain a conciliatory attitude.
After all, Zhu Di was fighting in the front, so naturally he had to ensure stability in the rear. What's more, one was the crown prince and the other was the commander of the Northern Pacification Division. It would always be ugly if there was any conflict between them.
Saihazhi refused to take a seat, his face showing shame as he said, "After all, there are differences between men and women. This bowstring has injured the young master, and it will definitely leave a scar in the future..."
If it were a man, it would be fine, but a scar on a woman, a scar visible to everyone, even if it wasn't on her face, was enough to affect Zhu Yuhuan's reputation and future. Putting aside the emperor's accusations, he felt deeply guilty towards Zhu Yuhuan, but didn't know how to make amends. He wondered if he could offer some advice. After all, Zhu Yuhuan wasn't the emperor's grandson, so there was no need for him to learn these things.
The Crown Princess understood her implication, closed the book in her hands, and said with a smile, "Commander, martial arts training is about training in the hottest days of summer and the coldest days of winter. Zhanji was like this when he was young, and Huanhuan is no exception. Since Huanhuan didn't complain about the pain when she first started training, how could she back down because of an injury? Commander, you are looking down on my little granddaughter."
The prince raised his eyebrows slightly when he heard this, and then he said to Zhu Yuhuan, "Huanhuan, didn't you say you guessed the commander would come today? Now that the commander has said this, how do you respond?"
Zhu Yuhuan then stood up and said with a smile: "Now that Huanhuan is injured, I can't learn horse riding and archery from you."
Saihazhi felt relieved, yet also a little regretful, and said, "I understand."
Zhu Yuhuan is talented, hardworking and down-to-earth. If he were a man, he would not have to be so bound by these things and would definitely be able to serve his country.
Zhu Yuhuan and the Crown Princess exchanged a glance before continuing, "Although I can't learn horseback archery, I've heard that the commander has delved into military tactics. I'd like to ask you to teach me military books during this time."
Saihazhi was stunned, and showed a rare dazed expression. It took him a long time to come back to his senses: "Military strategy? The young master wants to learn military strategy?" After he said that, he looked at the prince and his wife beside him. The prince was smiling as always, and the princess turned her head slightly to look at him with a smile, obviously waiting for Saihazhi's answer.
Zhu Yuhuan put his hands behind his back and said seriously, "My elders all taught me to study and learn knowledge. Military books are naturally a kind of book, but Master's wife doesn't know anything about this, so I can only ask the commander for advice. You won't refuse, will you? Great-grandfather specifically asked the commander to teach me."
"this……"
Saihazhi was speechless for a moment. Looking at the three members of the Zhu family who were still talking and laughing in front of him, he felt a chill on his back and sweat all over his back. He felt as if he had fallen into the trap of the prince's family.
Although the prince's family usually appear cautious and amiable, their ability to plot against others with a smile is more terrifying than using ulterior motives.
In desperation, he could only respond: "I understand. I will follow the emperor's instructions and do my best to teach the young master."
Seeing this, the Crown Princess smiled and said, "Huanhuan, why don't you call Master?"
Zhu Yuhuan immediately said sweetly: "Master——"
Saihazhi quickly stood up and said, "Young Master, you are too polite. I am only doing my duty. I do not deserve the title of 'Master'."
"Huanhuan has another favor to ask, Master." Zhu Yuhuan said with a smile, "Yesterday, a soldier from the prefecture's vanguard, named Shilin, not only helped me apply the medicine, but also took all the responsibility on himself. He's truly bold and careful. They say a drop of kindness should be repaid with a spring, so I'd like to recommend this person to Master."
Saihazhi had also heard a little about this matter and said, "Don't worry, young master. You don't need to tell me. I have already transferred him to my command. The Jinyiwei is most in need of such talents."
Zhu Yuhuan bowed and said, "Huanhuan thanks you, Master."
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