Daming: I am the Crown Prince

Chapter 111: There is no turning back when the bow is fired
Zhu Yunhuan, who was preparing for the next big move, called his trusted subordinate Zhu Zhong. Some things were more suitable for people like Jiang Li and Zhu Zhong to do.

As a descendant of meritorious service and the earliest to serve under Zhu Yunhuan, Zhu Zhong's career was on the fast track. In less than a year, he was now a fourth-rank commander.

If it weren't for the special position, they would be qualified to attend the court.

Zhu Yunxun got straight to the point and said, "Remember to report Zhao Mian's incident in a few days. You will be responsible for impeachment."

Zhu Zhong's eyes lit up. As a Jinyiwei, they should handle major cases. A Shangshu is important enough. Let the civil and military officials in the court see the power of Jinyiwei. Don't think that the emperor suppressed Jinyiwei before, and they are fallen phoenixes!

After taking a look at Zhu Zhong, Zhu Yunhuan said, "Remember to leave some loopholes. Don't impeach him all at once."

This time it was Zhu Zhong's turn to be stunned. He quickly asked, "Your Highness, please forgive my stupidity."

Zhu Yunxun said jokingly, "Since you know you are stupid, just do your best to complete the tasks I have assigned you."

Seeing Zhu Zhong's panic, Zhu Yunhuan no longer concealed it, "Impeachment is impeachment, but we have to let them find the flaws. If this impeachment fails, you will be punished. I will beat you with a military stick and transfer you out of the Jinyiwei. Do you understand?"

Zhu Zhong immediately knelt down and said in a resounding voice, "I understand!"

Zhu Yunhuan smiled and said, "Don't make it too ugly. There are mistakes, but don't make it so unconvincing that people can't believe it."

"Don't worry, Your Highness. I will definitely do a great job!" Zhu Zhong said confidently, "If they can't detect it, I can still remind them!"

Zhu Zhong didn't care at all about doing dirty, tiring and offensive work, because that was the meaning of the Jinyiwei's existence.

It seems that there is no need to complain about being punished for doing something.

For people like Zhu Zhong, being able to do something for the crown prince is the true embodiment of being regarded as a confidant. Moreover, if others don't know, doesn't Zhu Zhong, a Jinyiwei, know it?
The Crown Prince is now planning to build the Northern Pacification Office, which is to check and balance the Imperial Guard. Although the Northern Pacification Office still has a lower organizational structure and official rank than the Imperial Guard, it is also a brand new government office.

The transfer would naturally involve Zhu Zhong being transferred to be in charge of the Northern Pacification Division. The Crown Prince needed his own people to be in charge of such a special institution.

Zhu Yunhuan looked at Zhu Zhong and asked, "If you are transferred from Jinyiwei, will Jiang Lin be unhappy?"

Zhu Zhong immediately replied, "Your Highness, the commander is loyal to the emperor and the country, and he has never been jealous of talented people."

"That's good." Zhu Yunhuan said with a smile, "The Northern Pacification Office will be responsible for the imperial prison in the future, and five thousand households will be set up."

When Zhu Zhong heard Zhu Yunhuan's words, his eyes lit up and he immediately became excited.

Jinyiwei has always been a special existence, it is the emperor's personal army. The general guards only command five thousand households, namely the front, rear, center, left and right thousand households. Due to the special status of Jinyiwei, in addition to these five, there are other thousand households.

After development, the Jinyiwei now has a total of 19 thousand households, which is almost equivalent to the establishment of four guards.

When the Jinyiwei was at its most powerful, they could arrest, interrogate, execute, and sentence people on their own without going through the general judicial system. However, a few years ago, the emperor deprived the Jinyiwei of the right to manage the Zhaoyu, and the Jinyiwei no longer had the power to directly participate in the trial of cases.

But now, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has set up the Northern Pacification Office to manage the Imperial Prison, and the cases handled by the Embroidered Uniform Guard are mostly general crimes in the capital area.

It seems that the Jinyiwei has been weakened, but the power of the factory guards is still amazing. With just a little cover-up and a little check and balance, the famous Jinyiwei may soon make the civil and military officials in the court tremble again.

Zhu Zhong left Wenhua Palace with a beaming face and high spirits. Serving the Crown Prince was an opportunity.

He has worked diligently over the past year and has gained Zhu Yunhuan's trust. Now he is finally going to be reused.

Zhu Yunhuan once again asked people to call Chang Sheng and Lan Yu, as these two were also very useful.

Looking at Chang Sheng, Zhu Yunxun asked with a smile, "You guys don't care at all about Third Uncle's military training!"

In response to Zhu Yunhuan's complaint, Chang Shengxian quickly defended himself, "Your Highness, I have already sent the elders in the mansion to help my brother with his military training."

Chang Sheng did help Chang Sen when he went out to train his troops. Some of the old soldiers in the mansion followed him out. They were all old men who had followed Chang Yuchun to conquer the world. Although their physical functions have declined a lot due to their age, their eyesight and skills are beyond doubt.

Lan Yu also hurriedly explained, "Your Highness, I have asked several adopted sons to follow me, so it should be fine."

"It should be fine?" Zhu Yunxun said unhappily, "It can't be fine! There can't be any mistakes!"

Lan Yu quickly admitted his mistake, "It was my negligence, Your Highness is right to teach me a lesson!"

Although they were complained and criticized, Lan Yu and Chang Sheng were not angry or annoyed. After all, Zhu Yunhuan was a little dissatisfied, but it was because he cared about and valued Chang Sen, his third uncle and Chang Yuchun's youngest son. Zhu Yunhuan said, "Ask the Marquis of Changxing to go there in a few days. Grandfather intends to let my eldest sister marry the Marquis of Changxing's son. You two just need to know about this matter, and then investigate it carefully for me."

Geng Bingwen was also a veteran. His father, Geng Junyong, followed Zhu Yuanzhang across the Yangtze River and captured Yingtian Prefecture. Geng Bingwen himself had made outstanding military achievements. He defended Chang'an Prefecture and Changxing for ten years, making it difficult for Zhang Shicheng to advance.

After the founding of the country, he also conquered the Central Plains and the Northern Expedition, participated in Nanping, Yunnan and Guizhou, and also participated in the victory of Buyuerhai.

Lan Yu said with great joy, "The Marquis of Changxing has always been cautious. When he defended Changxing, his contribution was ranked first along with that of the King of Zhongshan!"

Chang Sheng then asked, "Your Highness, should we show our good will to the Marquis of Changxing?"

"No need, you just need to keep an eye on Geng Xuan." Zhu Yunhuan said with a smile, "I have met him several times before, and he is a handsome man with some intelligence. Duke Liang can lead him a little, but he will never be the vanguard."

Lan Yu was a little indifferent. In his opinion, being a pioneer was a real talent. Who among those born in a military family would not want to be the first to reach the battlefield? Who would not want to be in the front line?
But these were just his thoughts, he didn't dare to show them.

Zhu Yunhuan was a little worried, so he said to Lan Yu, "Go to Taiyuan in a few days."

Lan Yu was stunned for a moment, and subconsciously said, "Your Highness, I'm afraid it's not appropriate for me to leave the capital at this time, right?"

"You!" Zhu Yunhuan slammed the table fiercely and shouted, "Duke Liang, what do you want to do?"

Lan Yu, whose mouth was faster than his brain, reacted immediately and knelt down quickly, "I admit my guilt!"

"How many times have I told you that your mouth will bring you trouble sooner or later!" Zhu Yunhuan was so angry that he said with great sorrow, "I almost warned you in person, but you still don't remember! You are my elder, there are some things I can't say! Don't force me to always ask my grandmother to discipline you, don't force me to discipline you on behalf of my grandfather!"

Lan Yu hurriedly shouted, "Your Highness, please forgive me. I know my crime!"

Zhu Yunhuan was indeed very angry, and now everyone in the court and the public was speculating about Zhu's physical condition. It was understandable that Lan Yu did not want to leave Yingtian Prefecture at this time. As one of Zhu Yunhuan's backers, he felt that holding military power could help Zhu Yunhuan stabilize the throne.

But there are some words that should not be said. Once they are said, it would be a curse on the king and father. How could that be tolerated!

What's more, if he really had to rely on Lan Yu, the Duke of Liang, Zhu Yunhuan would feel uneasy, and Old Zhu would feel even more uneasy.

"You go and train the troops. The King of Jin is building the city and dividing the pasture." Zhu Yunhuan said, "Take some nobles with you and prepare for this year's autumn hunt."

Lan Yu was worried. What would happen to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince if all the nobles left the capital at once?

It's no wonder Lan Yu was so anxious. A few days ago, Duke Cao Li Jinglong went to Liaodong, saying that he was training troops and inspecting. Duke Song Feng Sheng had already gone to Guanzhong for training troops. Now, Duke Liang was going to prepare for training troops and autumn hunting. Only Duke Chang Sheng and Duke Wei Xu Huizu were left in the capital.

It would be fine if the Dukes of Wei were not in Beijing, as Xu Huizu was only loyal to the emperor. Lan Yu actually knew what kind of ability his second nephew had.

Seeing Lan Yu hesitant to speak, Zhu Yunhuan was finally relieved. "Fortunately, you have made some progress, but you didn't say it. It's good for you and me to keep it to yourself! Go to the autumn hunt in a down-to-earth manner. The Prince of Jin will lead the army, and the vassal states will send troops. We must wipe out some Mongolian tribes this autumn. Do you understand?"

Lan Yu thought about it and could only bow his head and accept the order, "I obey your order."

Looking at Chang Sheng, Zhu Yunhuan said, "Second uncle, you should stay in the court more often. No matter what happens in the court, you should not stand out. If I don't give instructions or say anything, you should pretend to be deaf and dumb."

Chang Sheng immediately said happily, "That's the best. I am stupid, so it's best for me to follow your orders."

Watching Chang Sheng and Lan Yu leave, Zhu Yunhuan couldn't help but become excited.

This big chess game has now entered the closing stage. Old Zhu is sick, and the crown prince is a playboy, but this is not enough.

Now, not only must we destroy the prestige of the Embroidered Uniform Guard, but we must also force the nobles to leave the capital. This will allow the civil servants to feel fearless and think they have more confidence in winning.

If you don't do things to the extreme and let some people see the real possibility of success, they will be unwilling to stand out.

The heat of the moment is about to begin. It is very important for Zhu Yunhuan to rectify internal affairs and create a relatively more relaxed internal environment.

Once something starts, there is no turning back and you have to keep going.

Just do things more perfectly, strive for better results, and achieve some of your goals, that's all.

"Zhan Hui, Zhao Mian, the two of you are not enough!"

(End of this chapter)