Daming: I am the Crown Prince

Chapter 29: Calm down

Zhu Yunhuan's life did not change much. After offering sacrifices to Chang Yuchun, he returned to the palace.

He still had to go to keep vigil for Zhu Biao almost every day, and occasionally summoned his tutors and lecturers, but he never even went to look for Zhu on purpose.

Zhu Yunhu's performance was somewhat puzzling. Many people thought that he would press on to win, especially after he had just demonstrated his presence in the court.

But he suddenly became so low-key now, which really made many people wonder what he was thinking.

Zhu Yunhuan could be calm, but Zhu Yunwen couldn't remain calm.

He looked even more haggard, so much so that every time he appeared before Zhu Biao's coffin, many civil servants felt distressed.

But when Zhu Yunwen looked haggard and ran to ask for advice from Lao Zhu, Lao Zhu might have expressed some sympathy, but he no longer had the attitude of "you are so sincere and filial, don't you care about me?"

All this made Zhu Yunwen extremely worried. His grandfather's attitude had changed, and it had changed so much in such a short period of time!
After returning to the East Palace, Zhu Yunwen immediately found Lu, "Mother, my grandfather has become even colder to me!"

Mrs. Lu was also worried and said, "I have someone find out the news. That playboy is learning from you! He often asks for advice, so he must have learned from you!"

Zhu Yunwen also agreed with this. He said, "Many of the teachers in the main hall were summoned by him, and some of them also taught him history and music. I think he must be pretending to be studious!"

Mrs. Lu became even more worried. "He already has the support of the nobles. A few days ago, when we went to offer sacrifices to Chang Yuchun, many nobles also attended. What if he continues to study now?"

Zhu Yunwen was even more upset when he heard this, because his greatest advantage was his filial piety and his ability to study. But if Zhu Yunhuan also studied now, his advantage would be reduced.

Even though Zhu Yunwen felt that even if Zhu Yunhuan studied hard, he could not compare to him, he knew better that Zhu Yunhuan did not need to be very talented in literature, as long as he had the attitude to study, many people would praise him.

After thinking for a long time, Zhu Yunwen asked, "How about sending him a few hunting dogs?"

This trick was useful in the past. There used to be some cats and dogs in the Eastern Palace, and they were basically prepared for Zhu Yunhuan.

Mrs. Lu glanced at Zhu Yunwen and said, "He is very scheming. He pretended to be a playboy before and was probably deceiving us! Now if we give him a toy, do you think he will accept it?"

Seeing Zhu Yunwen remained silent, Lu snorted coldly, "Now that the East Palace has sent something, he might think we are poisoning him!"

Unable to find a way out of the impasse, Lu and Zhu Yunwen became anxious.

What makes them even more anxious is that now there is no one who can give them advice.

Huang Zicheng is still in prison. The teachers and tutors who used to be in the main hall now dare not have too much contact with Zhu Yunwen.

It was not because of Huang Zicheng's previous experience, but because the eunuchs and others were keeping a close eye on them. Anyone who dared to have too much contact with Zhu Yunwen and Zhu Yunhuan would be immediately driven away, stripped of their titles, or given a sinecure and transferred away.

Old Zhu seemed to be very fair, and he also did not allow Zhu Yunhuan and Zhu Yunwen to contact some civil servants.

But this blow was a huge one for Zhu Yunwen. No one gave him any advice. Lu was fine with using some tricks to win favor, but she was also at a loss when it came to seizing the throne.

What's more, both Zhu Yunwen and Lu knew that the playboy Zhu Yunhuan had helpers. His two elder sisters could leave the palace and get in touch with the people in the Kaiping Palace.

As one side gained strength while the other side lost strength, Zhu Yunwen naturally became uneasy.

In particular, some staff members of the Eastern Palace were transferred away for various reasons, mainly those from the Lu family, or those who had some relationship with Lu Ben.

No reason was needed, just an imperial edict from Zhu Yuanzhang would be enough, and Zhu Yunwen and Lu Shi did not dare to make any objection.

The East Palace was restless, but Zhu Yunhuan was not so uneasy. After finishing his studies in the Great Hall, he returned to the Rouyi Palace.

Zhu Yourong was a little angry, and when he saw Zhu Yunhuan, he questioned, "Little brother, you haven't paid your respects to the Emperor for three days!"

"It's not good to go too often!" Zhu Yunxun said perfunctorily, "I've been reading for the whole afternoon and my mind is confused."

Zhu Youling complained, "But that house-born kid has to go to see the royal grandfather at least once a day!"

Zhu Yunxun asked curiously, "How did you know this?" Zhu Yourong said, "Zhang Fusheng told me!"

Zhu Yunhuan immediately looked at Zhang Fusheng, who lowered his head and dared not speak.

Zhu Yunhuan found it somewhat amusing. Old Zhu did not allow Zhu Yunhuan and Zhu Yunwen to deliberately inquire about the movements of civil and military officials, nor would he allow them to inquire about the emperor's movements.

But sometimes Lao Zhu would take the initiative to give instructions.

Zhu Yourong advised, "Little brother, you should go and pay your respects to the Emperor's grandfather more often."

"Aren't you busy keeping vigil while reading?" Zhu Yunhuan deliberately said in a loud voice, "I am doing this according to my grandfather's wishes. He told me to do this, so I am very obedient!"

After saying this, Zhu Yunhuan looked at Zhang Fusheng and said, "Go ahead, the gates to the palace will be closed soon!"

Zhang Fusheng immediately knelt down, "Your Highness, please forgive me!"

"What crime have you committed?" Zhu Yunhuan asked back with a smile, "It's your duty, I don't blame you."

The people in Rouyi Palace were all arranged by Zhu Yuanzhang, and Zhu Yuanzhang actually knew everything Zhu Yunhuan did. Whether Zhang Fusheng was loyal or not was not that important for the time being.

Old Zhu in the Qianqing Palace looked at the food on the table and looked out the door. It was almost half an hour, why hadn't that little bastard come yet?
Zhang Fusheng did not come, but another young eunuch serving in Rouyi Palace did.

After being brought to Old Zhu, the young eunuch hurriedly repeated Zhu Yunhuan's words almost word for word.

Old Zhu looked grim, and slammed his bowl on the table. When it comes to the ability to irritate people, that little bastard has really learned it well. He may not have learned the good parts of the boss, but he has not missed any of the bad parts!

Zhu Yunhuan didn't care whether Old Zhu was angry or not. After finishing his meal with his two sisters, he returned to the study, leisurely put his feet on the desk, picked up the "Book of Jin" and started reading.

Zhang Fusheng walked over carefully, holding a cushion in his hand, "Your Highness, please feel more comfortable."

Zhu Yunhuan hummed and continued reading. Zhang Fusheng took a careful look and took note of it.

According to the rules set by Zhu Yuanzhang, eunuchs were not allowed to read, because he was worried that eunuchs would interfere in politics. However, not all eunuchs were illiterate, and some eunuchs could read.

Zhu Yunhuan glanced at Zhang Fusheng and said with a half-smile, "Does he want to know what book I'm reading?"

Zhang Fusheng didn't dare to respond. He was the emperor's man, but now he was serving His Royal Highness the Emperor's grandson and could not afford to offend him.

"Make me a cup of tea. Let's try a different flavor today." Zhu Yunhuan said lazily, "Go find out if there's any Longjing tea. If there is, make me a cup."

Zhang Fusheng naturally hurried to ask someone to prepare tea, while Zhu Yunhuan was secretly happy in his heart: playing hard to get!
Old Zhu wanted to be tough, he thought he was in the initiative. The little bastard wanted to fight for the throne, so he must be trying to please him.

But he didn't come for one day, and then for two days. I gave him a hint on the third day. That little bastard was so smart that he must have heard it. But not only did he not come, he also took the initiative to cause trouble!
Old Zhu is really angry, but we don’t need to rush. Let’s see who gets angry first!
On the fourth day, just after finishing court and arriving at Wuying Palace, the eunuch came to report, "Your Majesty, the Emperor's second grandson requests an audience."

Old Zhu frowned immediately. He originally thought that Yunwen was well-educated, sensible, filial and wise, but now after taking a closer look, he realized that he was just impatient.

On the contrary, Yunhu, who was previously considered to be impetuous and dissolute, actually has quite a lot of scheming and scheming. It should not be underestimated that he has these means and abilities at such a young age.

Zhu was of course happy that his grandson was scheming and cunning. How could he hold on to his throne without some means and skills? How could he intimidate those arrogant generals and aristocratic families without some political schemes? !

Sighing, Lao Zhu said, "Just say that the court officials are discussing state affairs today and it is inconvenient for you to come. If there is anything you don't understand, please go to the main hall."

The young eunuch went to pass on the message, and Zhu Yunwen, who was so thin that he looked like he could be blown down by a gust of wind, was stunned.

A few days ago, no matter how busy his grandfather was, he would still make time to see him. Why is he gone today?

It’s definitely not a coincidence, it must be like this!

He must have come too early. Grandfather is very busy. He must have summoned ministers to discuss state affairs. He must not have alienated me!

I have to work hard to be appointed as the crown prince, so that I can stay by my grandfather's side and observe government affairs!
(End of this chapter)