Daming: I am the Crown Prince

Even though Zhu Yunhuan came to the Prince of Kaiping's Mansion with only a small entourage, this way of visiting was also a form of recognition.

Not to mention since he became the Crown Prince, even when he was just the Crown Prince, Zhu Yunhuan's number of times leaving the palace were limited, let alone visiting other people's friends.

Now think about it carefully, it is only the Kaiping Palace and his two aunts' houses that he occasionally goes to. Now it is nothing more than the Zhongshan Palace and the two county horses' houses, and he basically does not go to other places.

Zhu Yunhuan usually did not visit Fu Youde, Guo Ying and others. Unlike the servants in the Prince of Kaiping's Mansion, they did not find it strange that the Crown Prince came every now and then.

Chang Lan received Zhu Yunhuan into her mansion, feeling very happy, "Your Highness, I will have someone bring Jizu here right away."

"It's freezing cold, how can I carry him out?" Zhu Yunhuan looked at Chang Lan and said with a smile, "It's a bit rude, I'd better go inside to see my little cousin."

Chang Lan took advantage of the situation and said, "It's not impolite, it's not impolite."

Chang Sheng didn't think it was rude and happily led the way in front, as his wife was in the delivery room.

"Aunt, I'm here to see my cousin." Zhu Yunhuan looked at Chang Jizu in the cradle with his eyes wide open, "Grandma, please bring my cousin here quickly."

Chang Lan smiled and took Chang Jizu from her daughter-in-law's arms, and then taught Zhu Yunhuan step by step how to hold the child.

Seeing Zhu Yunhuan's love for Chang Jizu being beyond words, everyone in the Chang family was extremely happy.

Lan Yu was a little anxious. As an uncle, it was difficult for him to see Chang Jizu. The child was still in the delivery room, so how could he come in easily? If he hadn't followed him shamelessly, he wouldn't have been able to come in.

"Your Highness." Lan Yu rubbed his hands and said flatteringly, "Would you like me to hug you too?"

Zhu Yunhuan held the child tightly, his tone full of doubt, "No, you are too clumsy to hold my brother. Besides, whenever you want to hold him for a while, just come over and visit."

Chang Lan couldn't help but hit Lan Yu. This brother was really unruly and had no sense of taste.

"Although the child is still young, it's not clear." Zhu Yunhuan asked uncertainly, "Grandmother, my cousin's face shape looks similar to my second uncle's."

Chang Lan was even happier, pointing at Chang Jizu's small face and saying, "The faces look the same, the mouths are the same. The only difference is probably the nose, Jizu's nose is bigger. Look at the round tip of his nose, not like Chang Sheng's big nose."

Zhu Yunhuan originally wanted to continue hugging Chang Jizu, but the boy didn't give him face and suddenly started crying.

This time Zhu Yunhuan did not try to be stubborn. This precious child was the treasure of both Chang and Lan families, and he could not let him suffer any injustice.

Zhu Yunhuan didn't want to stay in the delivery room all the time, so he left with some reluctance.

"Uncle, my brother is growing up. He will have to attend court as well." Zhu Yunxun said to Chang Sheng with a smile, "When the time comes, have someone in the mansion send him to the palace in the morning so I can arrange for someone to teach him how to read and practice martial arts."

Chang Sheng felt a little distressed and reluctant, "Your Highness, how old is Jizu now?"

Lan Yu directly proposed, "Your Highness, why don't you invite someone to come to the mansion to teach? Not to mention martial arts, Chang Sheng also has some martial arts skills. I will teach the art of war, it will definitely be better than in the palace!"

Zhu Yunhuan was not angry at all. He was used to Chang Sheng and Lan Yu being outspoken. Moreover, he cared about his child. Chang Jizu was so important to the lineage of the Prince of Kaiping.

"Let you teach me?" Chang Lan was so angry. "No matter how capable the people we can hire are, can they be better than those Hanlin scholars? You, Lan Yu, are the Duke of Liang, you can fight and lead troops, but you can also cause trouble! My grandson is such a good child, what can he learn from you?"

Lan Yu just smiled awkwardly. Anyway, all his skills should be passed on to Chang Jizu. When the child grows up, no matter what others say, he will teach him personally. Lan Yu has made up his mind about this.

Even if I get beaten or scolded by my sister, I still have to be taught, just like when my brother-in-law took me by his side and taught me skills step by step.

Zhu Yunhuan was in a good mood and said to Chang Lan, "Ji Zu, this child must be taught well. My cousin will be of great use in the future. This child is born rich!"

Chang Lan smiled and said hurriedly, "It is thanks to your Highness's care and love. With your Highness's protection, this child will surely be safe."

Lan Yu had already been anxious, and asked flatteringly, "Your Highness, do what you said before still count?"

Zhu Yunhuan joked, "What's the matter? Have you found a good girl? Take her home and raise her until Jizu grows up."

Although Zhu Yunhuan's words were rather obscure, they made Chang Lanshi and Lan Yu laugh. As long as the Crown Prince still acknowledged his responsibility, the Chang family would not have to worry about the incense issue, and the Lan family would also have hope.

Lan Yu hurriedly explained, "I have already found one. I have had some dealings with my brother-in-law and He Chen before. There must be nothing wrong with their families. They are all good people. I can just bring a daughter with me when the time comes."

Zhu Yunhuan smiled, and then said to Chang Lan, "Grandma, I won't bother you any more. There are other things going on in the palace, so I have to go back first."

This is a little surprising. In the past, when Zhu Yunhuan came to Prince Kaiping's Mansion, he would stay for a meal no matter how busy he was. But why was there a change this time?

Supporting Chang Lan, Zhu Yunxun lowered his voice and said, "I just told my grandmother that Miao Jin was pregnant yesterday. My step-brother is so lucky, he really wants to grow up with his nephew."

Chang Lan was even more overjoyed and said quickly, "This is really great news! Your Highness should not delay and should return to the palace first."

"This cannot be announced to the public in advance. The good news can only be announced in the court in a few days." Zhu Yunhuan smiled and explained to Chang Lan, "I have to go back immediately. Grandfather is so happy that I don't know what to say."

Chang Lan could understand these things. Having descendants was the most important thing for the elderly of this age.

Some people were a little surprised by Zhu Yunhuan's hasty coming and going, but they would not think that the lineage of Prince Kaiping was not valued and close. From the side, no matter how busy the grandson was, he had to come to see him, which also shows the importance of the lineage of Prince Kaiping to the grandson. As soon as he returned to the palace, a young eunuch said, "Your Highness, the Grandson's Consort has returned to the East Palace."

There was nothing more to say at this point. Zhu Yunhuan immediately went straight to Chunhe Palace. Zhu's actions were clean and neat, without any delay.

Seeing Zhu Yunhuan coming back, Xu Miaojin asked with some concern, "Your Highness, is it a bit bad to really move back to the East Palace now?"

"Grandfather is also concerned about you and Wen Yao, and is afraid that you will not feel comfortable in the Qianqing Palace." Zhu Yunhuan said with a smile, "I think it is more comfortable in the East Palace. We can sleep until noon and no one will say anything."

Xu Miaojin said a little embarrassedly, "Your Highness, what you said is not appropriate. How can we sleep until noon and then get up? It is really inappropriate."

"That's better than staying with grandfather. He's old and doesn't sleep well." Zhu Yunhuan said calmly, "I think it's better to come back. It's more comfortable in the East Palace. You just need to rest and take care of your baby. I'll rely on Wen Yao."

Xu Miaojin's heart moved. She might not have had any particularly deep feelings before, but now she seemed to recall something, especially the words that the prince had just said, which seemed to have some deep meaning.

Xu Miaojin had heard the emperor mention some things before, such as abdicating when a great-grandson was born. Could it be that what the grandson just said was that he couldn't wait to ascend the throne?

Thinking about these things, Xu Miaojin felt nervous and excited. Originally, the position of Crown Prince's Consort was considered extremely honorable. According to the current situation of the Ming Dynasty royal family, she was second only to the emperor and the crown prince.

As for the Crown Princess Lu, Xu Miaojin had only paid her a courtesy visit. In fact, everyone knew that the Crown Princess was already in the You Palace and had no status at all.

Zhu Yunxun didn't know what Xu Miaojin was thinking, and said happily, "I went to see Ji Zu today. The child has grown white and plump, and he is quite fun to watch."

"Originally, I should have gone with you. I'll have someone explain everything to my grandmother in a few days." Xu Miaojin said with a smile, "Your Highness, should we ask the sisters to come back?"

Zhu Yunhuan shook his head immediately after hearing this, "Let's talk about it in a few days. They are making so much noise. But it's interesting to think about it. They are silent now. I have called them sisters for so many years. When they have children, they should call my son brother!"

Xu Miaojin smiled at Zhu Yunhuan's childish side, but she soon became serious. She must not be arrogant because of the favor he received, and she must not be spoiled just because she was pregnant with the crown prince's child.

Xu Miaojin spoke up and advised, "Your Highness, I am pregnant with your blood, which is naturally a good thing. But I think Your Highness should still focus on the country and must not delay government affairs."

Zhu Yunhuan also understood what Xu Miaojin meant, and smiled to comfort her, "I know, I'll only be with you for the next two days, and I'll be busy in a few days. Don't worry about government affairs, my grandfather and I know what to do, and we won't delay. Just take care of yourself."

Zhu Yunhuan then looked at Zhang Fusheng and said, "Please have someone arrange all the affairs in the Eastern Palace. All matters are to be arranged by the Crown Princess. Let Chunjin do some small things."

Chunjin is Xu Miaojin's dowry nanny, and can be regarded as a dowry from the Xu family to help Xu Miaojin manage the household. She is a middle-aged woman who looks rigid, but she does know the rules very well.

Zhang Fusheng quickly said in a flattering tone, "Your Highness, we know that we have never dared to disobey the orders of Your Highness the Crown Grand Consort."

Xu Miaojin also gave Zhang Fusheng some face, and said to Zhu Yunhuan, "Your Highness, no one in the Eastern Palace has disobeyed me. The Eastern Palace is very disciplined, and it is also because of your good teaching."

"Did I teach well?" Zhu Yunxun laughed and said self-deprecatingly, "It's only because my aunt helped to take care of it for a year, otherwise it would be hard to say. My two sisters have been here for three years, and at least everyone in the East Palace is their own family."

As smart as Xu Miaojin was, she didn't say anything more. She didn't know what the Eastern Palace was like before, and she didn't plan to ask. Anyway, they were all the Crown Prince's people now, which was obviously enough. This was the most important thing.

While the couple was still talking, Zhang Fusheng heard the eunuch say, "Your Highness, Concubine Ning is here."

Zhu Yunhuan and Xu Miaojin stood up, and Concubine Guo Ning supported Xu Miaojin and said, "Grand Princess, there is no need to be so polite in the future. It is better to rest more now. This is a big deal!"

Xu Miaojin smiled and said, "Your Majesty, you are joking. I am pregnant and I am not feeling any discomfort. How can I be impolite?"

"Your Majesty asked me to send some nourishing food, so feel free to use it, Crown Prince Consort." Concubine Guo Ning said to Xu Miaojin with a smile, "If you don't need it, just keep it. The Crown Prince was so distressed when the three princesses got married that he almost emptied the Eastern Palace."

Zhu Yunhuan said nonsense in a serious tone, "Your Majesty is right! When my three sisters got married, they were so heartless that they took away all the good things in the Eastern Palace. I went to ask for them from my grandfather but he blocked my way. Now it's Miao Jin who is trying to make it better!"

"That's right, His Majesty didn't allow it before, but now the Crown Prince's Consort is taking advantage of His Majesty's good mood to ask for more good things to supplement the Crown Prince's assets." Concubine Guo Ning also joked, "When His Highness got married, he took a lot of money to subsidize the Eastern Palace, even I know about it!"

This is a bit embarrassing, but it is not a big secret that Zhu Yunhuan took some of the wedding money to the Eastern Palace.

The unanimous statement to the public was that the prince was frugal and would not waste money. As for the money, it was fine as long as it was not used on the wedding, and no one should ask about other people's money.

Concubine Guo Ning was talking to Xu Miaojin while Zhu Yunhuan was looking at the list happily. He was very happy at first, but suddenly he felt a little sense of crisis and felt that something was wrong.

Zhu Yunhuan raised his head and said to Concubine Guo Ning, "My Lady, Grandfather has always been frugal and lenient to me. But before, he didn't allow me to use many things. Now that they have been moved to the East Palace, are they for Miao Jin or for me?"

Concubine Guo Ning jokingly said, "It certainly can't be for Your Highness. These are for Your Highness the Crown Grand Princess and Your Highness the Great Grandson."

"Hey!" Zhu Yunhuan said, "Then I have to put in some effort. He almost doesn't want a grandson before he even has a great-grandson. This is unreasonable. I will go and argue with him later, and the queen must support him."

Concubine Guo Ning jokingly said, "Your Highness, please don't embarrass me. My words are useless. You should talk to the Crown Prince's Concubine more and teach the Pope's great-grandson well. Everything will be fine when the time comes."

Although everyone knew it was a joke, Xu Miaojin was happy. She was already favored by the emperor because she was the Crown Prince's Consort. Now, judging from all the signs, the baby in her belly was even more favored.

If she really gave birth to a legitimate eldest son for the crown prince, you can imagine how secure the child's status would be!
This is not something Xu Miaojin thinks too much about, but she has to consider these things because this is in the royal family and the child really has the throne to inherit! (End of this chapter)