The Ming Dynasty started with saving the eldest grandson

Chapter 106: I will give way to you ten years later

Seeing Chen Jingke's back disappear, Zhu Biao said:
"Aren't you afraid of scaring him?"

Zhu Yuanzhang said: "If he only has this kind of courage, we would still look down on him."

After a pause, he added: "As long as he is not stupid, you should be able to see that we are protecting him and teaching him how to behave."

"Otherwise, we can just say nothing and keep this handle and use it to deal with him in the future."

Zhu Biao nodded, this was in line with the approach of the father in his mind.Today he actually mentioned Chen Jingke, which was a bit beyond his expectation.

"Your old man is very fond of him."

Zhu Yuanzhang squinted: "Do you think we should be on guard against him at all times? Hold his handle in our hands and threaten him?"

Zhu Biao thought to himself, isn't that what you, the old man, do?

Zhu Yuanzhang naturally knew that his son was slandering him, so he snorted coldly:

"That's for ordinary people. Is Chen Jingke an ordinary person?"

"To deal with people like him, we need to understand him with emotion and act with reason."

"He is only thirteen...he is fourteen this year, and he is still a half-grown child."

"Let's treat him sincerely. Even if it's a piece of iron, it can warm him up."

"This way he can be willing to use his talents to serve the Ming Dynasty."

Zhu Biao nodded and added: "We still need to take precautions."

Zhu Yuanzhang said: "As long as you understand this truth, we must be good to him and be wary of him. There is no conflict between the two."

Speaking of this, he suddenly said with emotion: "In the past, we never took others seriously."

"Isn't it just about governing a country? We can transform from a poor boy into an emperor, but how can we not govern a country?"

"If you don't know how to learn, you won't be worse than anyone else. Without them, we can still manage the Ming Dynasty well."

"But after having been in contact with Chen Jingke for a long time, we have to admit that we are indeed not as good as him in running the country."

"Since you know you are not as good as others, then be more modest and learn from others."

Zhu Biao was not affected by his father's impassioned words.

After being a father and son for 28 years, he knows very well what kind of person his father is.

Regardless of what you say now, no one will recognize you if you turn your face.

And he was more curious about another question:
"Chen Jingke's ideas are very unique and can be regarded as a reformist. Aren't you afraid that he will mess up the country?"

Zhu Yuanzhang said confidently: "What are you afraid of? We can build the Ming Dynasty from scratch, how can we be afraid of chaos in the country?"

"But we are not fools. We have some judgments in our minds about which policies are feasible and which are not."

"As long as it's not too outrageous, why not try it?"

"It's done. The Ming Dynasty will create a new era. Maybe Guozuo can last another 200 years."

"If it doesn't work, let's change it back. At most, there will be chaos for a while, and the Ming Dynasty will not be destroyed."

Zhu Biao couldn't help but admire his father's broadmindedness and confidence.

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Zhu Biao and said, "There is another reason why we dare to do this because you are here."

"Me?" Zhu Biao was very surprised.

Zhu Yuanzhang smiled bitterly and said: "Sometimes it's okay not to admit it. I'm old, and my vision and thinking can no longer keep up with the thoughts of our young people."

"Some of what Chen Jingke said was understandable to me, but some were completely incomprehensible to me."

"Just like the economy, I am also studying it, but the more I look at it, the more confused I become."

At this point, he suddenly said proudly: "But you can understand Biao'er, and you are better than us. We are very happy, even happier than I am if I understand it myself."

"Even if we are no longer here in the future, with your ability and prestige, you can continue to lead Ming Dynasty forward."

Zhu Biao was very moved. His father really treated him wholeheartedly and without reservation.

"Don't worry, dad, I won't let you down." Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and said, "We believe that you have never let us down, not before, and never again."

"And our dear grandson, who has followed Chen Jingke since he was a child, he will definitely know more than you in the future."

"Each generation is getting better and better, and we feel happy when we see it."

"Hehe, Chen Jingke is guiding his good grandson, does he think we don't know?"

"The reason why we didn't stop him is because he didn't lead him down the wrong path, and what he taught his good grandson was true knowledge."

"As long as he keeps doing this, what if we let him guide us?"

"We wish he could teach his good grandson all his skills."

Zhu Biao was also very happy when he mentioned his son.

In the past, this child was only smart, but now his knowledge and talents are also growing rapidly.

He will definitely be better than himself in the future.

It was rare for him to have a heart-to-heart talk with his son, and Zhu Yuanzhang couldn't help but want to say a few more words:
"You have to grow up quickly, and I'll show you my home for another ten years."

"I will give this position to you in ten years, and then I can enjoy my old age with your mother."

Zhu Biao said excitedly: "Dad, you must not do it. If I am not capable enough for you, how can I take on such a big responsibility... Ming Dynasty cannot do without you."

Zhu Yuanzhang was very pleased, but he scolded: "You have no future, you have to be determined to surpass us."

"Why can't Ming live without us? What will we do when we are gone?"

Zhu Biao wanted to explain, but Zhu Yuanzhang waved his hand to stop him and said:

"We know what you want to say, but sooner or later this position will be yours. This is a reality that cannot be changed."

"When we get old, we will lose energy. If we continue to sit in this position, it will not be good for Ming Dynasty."

"The Ming Dynasty needs a strong and powerful monarch to take the helm."

"So no matter what you think, you have to sit in this position."

Having said this, he said in a soothing tone:

"Your mother hasn't seen this great river and mountains yet, so you have to leave enough time for us to take her around to see if it's okay."

Zhu Biao finally stopped refusing and said solemnly: "Yes, my son will definitely not let you down."

Zhu Yuanzhang said happily: "This is right."

Neither father nor son were sentimental, and they soon returned to normal and began to discuss armed tax collection.

Zhu Yuanzhang said seriously: "If this method can be successful, it will at least prolong the country's destiny for a hundred years. You must watch it personally."

"Before the layout is completed, remember not to let any news leak out."

“No matter who you say it to, it’s to combat counterfeit money.”

"Even the people involved in this matter should not let them know the truth for the time being."

Zhu Biao solemnly said: "Don't worry, only you, me and Chen Jingke know about this matter for the time being."

Zhu Yuanzhang thought for a while and said: "When the Zhao Mao nest case is over, you will come forward to cut off all Mao Xiang and his gang members."

"Then we will clean out the moths in Jinyiwei and transfer all the remaining ones to the new Yamen."

"As for Jin Yiwei, let it be history."

Unexpectedly, Zhu Biao actually raised objections: "I think Jinyiwei cannot be abolished."

Zhu Yuanzhang said in surprise: "Oh, why? You used to hate Jin Yiwei."

Zhu Biao explained with some embarrassment: "That's because my son was not sensible before. The existence of Jin Yiwei is indeed necessary."

“But their power is too great and needs to be limited.”

Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and said: "Very good, it seems that you already have an idea, so go ahead and do it."

(End of this chapter)