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Chapter 548 King Qin’s Ambition

In Prince Qin's Mansion, Zhu Ping hurried back to his residence.

The military uniform he wore exudes a murderous aura, making people afraid to approach him. It seems that he is ready to embark on the journey to conquer Beiyuan.

But when he walked into the hall, Princess Qin was waiting for his return with a melancholy expression.

Zhu Xi put down the sword in his hand, walked towards Princess Qin, and gently held her hand.

His eyes were full of affection and apology. This woman he loved deeply, he knew how much uneasiness and worry his departure had brought to her.

"Princess, I understand how you feel, but this expedition to Liaodong is an important move for me, and it is also a choice made to protect the safety of my Ming Dynasty." Zhu Xi said to the princess gently.

Tears filled the princess's eyes. She just grabbed Zhu Xi's hand and said in a trembling voice: "Husband, why can you stop?"

"You just returned to the capital from the CIA, so we had some time to get together, and now you have to leave me again."

"I feel bad for you and I'm worried about you. Do you know how painful this long separation is for me?"

Zhu Zhen stroked the princess's hair gently, feeling helpless in his heart.

He knew that no matter how he explained it, only he could truly feel the uneasiness and pain in his heart.

He stared into the princess's eyes, calming her worries and reluctance.

"Princess, I understand what you mean, but as a prince, I shoulder the responsibility and must face the difficulties."

"Nowadays, the situation in Liaodong is turbulent. If we don't take timely action, there will be danger in the northern border of our Ming Dynasty, and it will even affect the entire Ming Dynasty."

"The expedition to Liaodong will be a manifestation of my loyalty to the country and the people. I will definitely come back with victory and reunite with you."

"Don't worry, Princess, I will take care of myself, and you should take care of yourself too."

Zhu Xi's firm words were full of sincerity and determination. He was eager to give the princess peace of mind and trust.

But the princess still could not hide her inner uneasiness and worry.

"Husband, don't worry, I will protect myself and watch for your return, but you must remember that we are husband and wife, and our hearts are closely connected. No matter what happens, don't forget me, don't forget The love we have for each other.”

Zhu Chong hugged the princess tightly, feeling the warmth from her body. He took a deep breath, as if he wanted to engrave her breath into his heart.

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Lin Che walked into the royal study room of the palace and saw Zhu Yuanzhang sitting in front of the royal desk, reviewing memorials.

Next to him stood a Taoist priest in simple clothes. With his sharp eyes and uninhibited aura, people felt that he had a special relationship with the emperor.

"Mr. Lin, please sit down." Zhu Yuanzhang cordially greeted Lin Che to sit down, his voice was gentle and kind.

Lin Che raised her head and looked at Zhu Yuanzhang and asked, "Your Majesty, is there anything you need me to discuss?"

The flash of serious expression on Zhu Yuanzhang's face aroused Lin Che's alert.

He looked at the Taoist and secretly guessed that this simply dressed Taoist was related to the matter of the Imperial Master.

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Lin Che with a deep look and said, "Mr. Lin, come in, I have an evil elixir."

"You know that the second child has just returned from Liaodong, and now he has taken the initiative to go to Liaodong. This series of actions makes us feel that something is wrong."

Lin Che was stunned for a moment, feeling a little uneasy in her heart.

He knew that Zhu Yuanzhang relied on him, so he quickly replied: "Your Majesty, I feel the same way."

It was indeed a bit abnormal for Zhu Ping to do this. Not long after he returned from the expedition, he took the initiative to go to the front line again, looking at his posture, he seemed to be planning something. The Taoist priest next to Zhu Yuanzhang interrupted at this time: "Your Majesty, I thought I could ask the commander of the Jinyi Guards. He has been following the King of Qin and may have some knowledge about this matter."

Lin Che and Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes both fell on the Taoist priest. He didn't seem to feel the attention of everyone and was still staring straight ahead.

There was a mysterious smile on the Taoist priest's face: "King Qin's actions are not just for the expedition to Liaodong. In fact, he has a deeper plan for the northern border."

"He wants to continue his expedition to Liaodong and occupy this vast land. It will serve as the land of his vassal and his foundation."

Lin Che was a little frightened when he heard this. He had never known that Qin King Zhu Ping had such ambitions.

Zhu Yuanzhang frowned and looked at Lin Che: "Mr. Lin, we know that the second child has always been your student. You must not know that he has such ambitions."

"What the second brother has done has deviated from morality and betrayed your teachings to him. It is also a challenge to my Ming inheritance."

"We must stop him."

Lin Che nodded calmly, thinking about it in her mind.

He knew that he had to prevent all of this from happening, and he decided to maintain the rule of the Ming Dynasty for the sake of the inheritance of the Ming Dynasty.

The Taoist priest interrupted again: "Your Majesty, we can let King Qin expose his ambition and true face through the celebration meeting."

"As long as we win the support of the courtiers and generals, we can take him and his accomplices down in one fell swoop."

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and looked at Lin Che: "Sir, what do you think?"

Lin Che was filled with emotion, knowing that her decision would determine Zhu Ping's future.

After all, Zhu Ping was his direct disciple, and he didn't want Zhu Ping to be taken down and lose his freedom.

But for the sake of the Ming Dynasty, he, the national teacher, must do it.

At this time, Zhu Yuanzhang, who was sitting on the dragon throne, asked in a deep voice: "National Master, what do you think the second brother's intention is to take the initiative to go to Liaodong this time?"

"He just came back from the battlefield in Liaodong and applied to go to Liaodong again. Such frequent expeditions may not be just for the situation in Liaodong."

Lin Che nodded: "The emperor's concern is justified. Zhu Ping's actions are indeed cause for alarm. I think he wants to take advantage of the Liaodong expedition to leave the capital and further expand his influence."

Zhu Yuanzhang frowned, "In this case, it is better to transfer the second child directly to the north. He will be in charge of the north and I will be in charge of the capital. This can effectively restrict his movements."

Lin Che thought for a moment and nodded in approval: "Your Majesty is aware that with such an arrangement, it will be difficult for Zhu Ping to rebel in the north, and even more difficult to lead an army to Beijing."

"There are many passes on the road from the north to the capital. It will not be easy for him to lead his troops south."

Zhu Yuanzhang shook his head ineffectively: "I originally thought that these sons of ours could work together to build a prosperous Ming Dynasty, but now it seems that the second son has evil intentions."

"I'm afraid his ambition exceeds my expectations."

Lin Che said calmly and calmly: "Your Majesty, since ancient times, there have been examples in the world of brothers who are at odds with each other and fight for their heirs."

"Zhu Ming is young and energetic, and he doesn't want to be subordinate to others. Your trust in him is too tolerant, which only fuels his ambition."

Hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang showed a sad expression: "Sir, maybe you are right."

"It's time for me to wake up and stop being blinded by the love between father and son."

"Those sons who have disobedient thoughts should be dealt with hard, punished as necessary, and never tolerated."

(End of this chapter)