Daming: I am the Crown Prince

Chapter 25 The Emperor's Grandson Leaves the Palace
If one wants to seize the throne, one naturally needs some scheming and means. Both Zhu Yunhuan and Zhu Yunwen would definitely do so.

But having only some means is obviously not enough, the blacksmith must be strong himself.

Zhu Yunhuan got up early, and Zhu Yourong and Zhu Youling naturally got up early as well, all preparing to leave the palace.

Back in the Eastern Palace, Lu and Zhu Yunwen were a little uneasy, fearing that someone would suddenly come to summon Zhu Yunwen and ask him to go to Zhongshan to offer sacrifices to Zhu Xiongying.

When the court was about to end, no one came. Mrs. Lu sneered and said, "That playboy never speaks the truth. He has been like this since he was a child. But I almost believed him. How ridiculous!"

Zhu Yunwen also let out a long sigh and echoed, "What mother said is absolutely right. He has been naughty since he was a child. His words are not worthy of trust."

Mrs. Lu urged him, "You should go and guard the coffin quickly. Don't be careless. There are many people watching now. You are the eldest son of the crown prince, so you should guard the coffin."

Zhu Yunwen nodded repeatedly, he thought so too.

Lu and Zhu Yunwen attached great importance to the identity of the "legitimate son". Without this identity, it would be very difficult for them to compete for the throne.

This identity requires the emperor's approval and also needs to be demonstrated to the subjects of the world so that they know they deserve the title.

This identity is extremely important to Zhu Yunwen, and he would emphasize this matter all the time.

This means he is legitimate and qualified to compete for the position of crown prince.

Zhu Yunhuan was ready to leave the palace with full confidence, but Zhang Fusheng stopped him with a bitter face, and told him to go to the funeral of Crown Prince Zhu Biao first, and leave the palace later.

Seeing Zhu Yunhuan's puzzled look, Zhang Fusheng quickly explained, "Your Highness, the sacrifice to His Highness Prince Yu requires the preparation of all the sacrifices and ceremonies, and the officials accompanying the sacrifice also need to be arranged. His Majesty has not issued an order yet, so how can we just let it go."

Zhu Yunhuan was puzzled. "They have given me the palace seal, which means I am allowed to leave the palace."

Zhang Fusheng said carefully, "His Majesty forbade Your Highness to go to offer sacrifices to His Highness Prince Yu today, but he did not forbid Your Highness to go to Zhongshan."

Zhu Yunhuan was stunned for a moment, then reacted, "That's right, I went to Zhongshan not only to commemorate my mother and my brother, but my grandfather is also buried in Zhongshan. Leave the palace, leave the palace, let's leave the palace now."

Zhang Fusheng immediately stopped Zhu Yunhuan and said earnestly, "Your Highness, you must not wear mourning clothes."

Zhu Yunhuan also realized that although Chang Yuchun was his maternal grandfather, Zhu Yunhuan was the emperor's grandson, which was an extremely special status. This also meant that even when offering sacrifices to Chang Yuchun, Zhu Yunhuan could not wear mourning clothes.

Otherwise, it would not only be a slap in the face of Zhu Yuanzhang, but many censors would also impeach Zhu Yunhuan again.

After understanding this principle, Zhu Yunhuan did not make things difficult for him and just asked him to change into casual clothes.

Zhu Yourong and Zhu Youling also hurriedly changed their clothes. Although they could not go to pay homage to their brother, Prince Yu Huai Zhu Xiongying, today, they could go to pay homage to their grandfather, Prince Kaiping Chang Yuchun, which was also a very rare thing.

After Zhu Yunhuan and his friends changed their clothes, they were taken to Neiwulong Bridge, which made Zhu Yunhuan feel a little strange.

Because this bridge is right in the square in front of Fengtian Gate, and you can reach the three main halls in a few steps.

But there is no point thinking about these things. There are some ceremonial guards here. Zhu Yunhuan, who got on the carriage, left the Meridian Gate directly under the escort of the guards. This is the main gate of the imperial city.

At this moment, Zhu Yunhuan was definitely not qualified to go through the middle gate of the three-arched city gate of the Meridian Gate, and could only go through the side gates on the left and right sides.

Even the left and right side doors were only allowed to enter and exit the royal family, dukes, marquises, princes-in-law, civil officials of the third rank and military officials of the fourth rank and above. Other officials could only enter through the two Que Gates and exit through the two Ye Gates.

Walking out of the Meridian Gate does not mean leaving the palace. In front of the Chengtian Gate, a group of generals and others have already lined up. Leaving the Chengtian Gate and continuing forward to the Hongwu Gate, it is considered to be out of the palace.

Outside Hongwu Gate, Chang Sheng, dressed in the royal robes of a duke, had been waiting anxiously.

Seeing Chang Sheng, Zhu Yunhuan was also a little surprised, "Duke of the Founding Kingdom, you don't go to court or sit in the government office?"

Chang Sheng replied in a serious and proper manner, "Your Highness, during the morning court session, His Majesty ordered me to escort Your Highness and accompany him in offering sacrifices."

When mentioning this, Chang Sheng couldn't help but feel excited.

This is not because of the desire to see Zhu Yunhuan or to worship him.

It was because Zhu Yunhuan had gone to Qianbu Gallery and made a big fuss two days ago, and many nobles saw and heard it at that time.

At that time, the nephew said that he wanted to go to worship the King of Kaiping, and Chang Sheng agreed and was making preparations. But he was not sure whether the nephew could leave the palace. He heard that the two nieces left the palace a few days ago, but he did not see them.

The message was that the nephew was planning to seize the throne, but some of the arrangements left Chang Sheng confused.

Even though he had done some of the things as instructed, he still wanted to ask his nephew in person, so that he would feel more at ease and secure.

On the other hand, many people saw the nephew making a scene in Qianbu Gallery. In addition, a big scene in the court a few days ago made many civil and military officials realize that he was not a real playboy, which made the fight for the throne more suspenseful.

Zhu's permission for Zhu Yunhuan to pay homage to Chang Yuchun was not a clear signal, but in some people's minds, it was a test, which gave Zhu Yunhuan some opportunities.

Zhu Yunhuan looked at Chang Sheng and asked, "We are going to worship the Prince of Kaiping today. Is the Princess of Kaiping going?"

Chang Sheng immediately replied, "My mother has already left the foot of Zhongshan Mountain. After receiving the order, I immediately left the palace and asked someone to make arrangements."

Zhu Yunxun nodded and looked at Chang Sheng. "These people look unfamiliar. Are they our relatives?"

Even though Zhu Yunhuan called Chang Sheng the Duke of Kaiguo and Chang Lan the Princess of Kaiping, no one thought there was anything wrong with it. He was the grandson of the emperor, and the people in the Chang family were ministers, so they had to be more formal on some occasions.

Many people naturally understand that positions are used in the workplace.

The fact that Zhu Yunhuan mentioned "his own relatives" proved that he had never forgotten the Chang family.

Chang Sheng felt relieved and said quickly, "Your Highness is leaving the palace today, and some of his relatives have sent people over."

Chang Sheng continued, "Your Highness also said a few days ago that court officials and nobles are not allowed to worship the late Crown Princess, so we dare not disobey."

But many people heard that officials and nobles were not allowed to pay homage to the late Crown Princess. But if a noble wanted to pay homage to Chang Yuchun, the Prince of Kaiping, the emperor's grandson did not stop him.

They even shouted it out so loudly just to see which noble families would dare not go!

We may not remember all those who went there, and we may not necessarily treat them as confidants.

But if you don't go, the possibility of revenge will increase dramatically once the emperor's grandson succeeds in winning the throne.

Even at this moment of succession, those who went could be considered as one of our own. Those who did not go were regarded as fence-sitters who were not trusted.

On the other hand, Chang Yuchun was also a banner of the military in those days. After Lan Yu founded the country, he was awarded the title of duke and general for his outstanding military achievements.

The Chang family and the Lan family were originally one family, and everyone knew about the domineering character of Duke Lan Yu of Liang in the court.

But many people also know that in front of Princess Kaiping, Duke of Liang Lan Yu was often pointed at and scolded. When he was beaten, not only did he not dare to fight back or talk back, he also had to smile along.

If those nobles who were close to the Chang and Lan families in their early years did not send people over at this time, or even did not send the core children in the mansion over, it would mean betrayal.

It seems that Zhu Yunhuan still has some "appeal", and some people dare not ignore his words.

Perhaps because they were all nobles, Zhu Yunhuan could better represent some of their interests.

It is also possible that Zhu Yunhuan had previously caused some trouble in the court, which gave some nobles confidence and a sense of expectation.

Zhu Yourong then lifted the curtain and said to Zhu Yunhuan, "Yunhuan, this is not the place to talk, don't waste time."

Zhu Yunhuan understood what he meant and immediately said to Chang Sheng, "Duke of the Founding Kingdom, please go first."

As they were talking, the carriage began to move. Chang Sheng was planning to approach the carriage, but a eunuch blocked his way.

Chang Sheng was about to lose his temper when he glared, but he calmed down the next moment.

This eunuch looks familiar. He served before the Emperor during the morning court session.

A group of noble sons who were unable to speak to Zhu Yunhuan also followed. They all represented noble families and had heavy responsibilities and dared not be careless.

It is very important to look at the quality and ability of His Royal Highness the Third Grandson and not let Him pick a fight with you!
(End of this chapter)