Daming: I am the Crown Prince

Chapter 50 The market is rising
The nobles thought of many possibilities. They were nervous and uneasy when they were urgently summoned to the palace. They were surprised when they saw Zhu Yunhuan. Some were happy while others were nervous and uneasy.

Especially when Zhu Yunhuan wanted to take down Zhou Dexing, Marquis of Jiangxia, some people were confused and felt a little sad. In recent years, some nobles have also been involved in major cases.

That was Jiang Xiahou. Not only did he retire and return home, he was also the emperor's confidant with outstanding achievements. He couldn't have a good end, which naturally made many nobles feel sad.

I just thought of some possibilities and some charges, but I never thought that Jiang Xiahou would end up dead and his family would be destroyed because of his son's reputation!

Sympathy?
Now these nobles may sympathize with Jiang Xiahou, but they will never plead for mercy, and may even think that all this is their own fault.

It is basically certain that Jiang Xiahou did not teach his son well. Even if Zhou Ji was a playboy and a womanizer in the past, some nobles would have ignored him. So we should not laugh at others for what they have done.

It is very common that nobles have been committing acts of plunder, bullying men and women, and taking bribes and breaking the law in recent years.

However, no matter how foolish or bastard a noble was, he would not dare to have sex with a palace maid in the palace during the period of mourning for the crown prince. This was truly disrespectful. Zhou Ji, who could not control his lower body, would not only lose his own life, but his entire family might also be implicated by him!

Chang Sheng left the Central Military Governor's Mansion with a solemn expression, but he was ecstatic in his heart.

Jiang Xiahou did not have much friendship with him. Even when Chang Yuchun was around, he did not deal with Zhou Dexing very often.

To Chang Sheng, the fate of Jiang Xiahou was a cause for regret. But this time it was his nephew who was handling the matter, and even summoned all the nobles in Beijing at once, which was very telling!
Not only Chang Sheng could understand these things, but other nobles could understand them as well.

Feng Sheng walked up to Chang Sheng and asked, "Is everything going well at home?"

"Thanks to you, the mansion has been safe and sound these past few years!" Chang Sheng said directly without any hesitation, "My eldest sister-in-law is still in Longzhou. She just had someone send some things over a few days ago."

Feng Sheng was choked. He was badly betrayed by his two sons-in-law.

The eldest son-in-law was Chang Mao, one of the six founding dukes. He made a big mistake in the expedition against Nahachu a few years ago. As a result, Chang Mao and Feng Sheng blamed each other. Zhu stripped Chang Mao of his title and exiled him to Longzhou. Feng Sheng also had his military power taken back and had not led troops for several years.

The younger son-in-law was Prince of Zhou Zhu Su. The two had been exchanging letters privately in the past two years. When the emperor found out, he was furious and became even more suspicious of Feng Sheng.

Feng Sheng, one of the six founding dukes, now has no real power. He spends most of his time basking in the sun in Fengyang, and occasionally returns to Yingtian Prefecture to participate in some court ceremonies. He is a man of name only but no power.

Li Jinglong, the Duke of Cao, also came over and said to Chang Sheng, "Brother."

Chang Sheng answered casually, "Duke."

The graceful Li Jinglong was simply the most elegant among the nobles, but the Chang Sheng in front of him looked like a scoundrel and a street thug.

Li Jinglong used to look down on Chang Sheng for a very simple reason. Chang Sheng was just the second son of the King of Kaiping and the younger brother of Chang Mao. He had no title and they could not get along well because of the difference in status.

What's more, as the son of Li Wenzhong, Duke of Cao, one of the three giants in the military, Li Jinglong was qualified to be confident. His father had always been valued and trusted by the emperor, and he was also appreciated by the emperor. Of course, he had reason to look down on the ordinary children of nobles.

Chang Sheng said directly, "Duke Cao, you should hurry back and clean up. His Highness is probably really angry this time."

Although he was angry, Li Jinglong still maintained his composure, "Brother Shi, how dare I disrespect His Highness? This matter really cannot be blamed on me. We are all related by blood. I just didn't expect Zhou Ji to act so absurdly! As for His Highness, I hope you can say something good about it."

Chang Sheng glanced at Li Jinglong and said, "Fine words? Even if I want to say nice words, I have to be able to see him! You know that His Highness doesn't leave the palace easily. I dare not go to see His Highness privately."

Feng Sheng, who was standing nearby, was extremely angry. Chang Sheng and Chang Mao were of the same character!
The next moment, Chang Sheng quickened his pace and ran to Guo Ying, "Marquis Wuding, are you okay?"

Guo Ying is His Majesty's confidant and Concubine Guo Ning's brother. The two nieces also said that he has relied on Concubine Ning's teaching and care these days, and she also often takes care of her nephew Yunhu.

Guo Ying sighed and said, "Duke Kaiguo, what's the matter with you?"

Chang Sheng lowered his voice and said, "Uncle, how about you go and ask to see the queen? Let the queen talk to the princess?"

Guo Ying understood what he heard and said with a sad face, "My son is not disrespecting Your Highness, but without the imperial edict, it is not easy for me to arrest Jiang Xiahou, let alone me." Chang Sheng said immediately, "I understand what you said, uncle. I will defend myself if I have the chance!"

Guo Ying smiled and said, "Then I'll trouble you, Duke Kaiguo. You and my son have known each other since childhood and have been in contact with each other frequently."

Feng Sheng, who was not far away, was so angry that he blew his beard and glared. These guys from the Chang family were complete bastards!

Just then, a Jinyiwei in Feiyu uniform came over and said, "Meet the Duke of Kaiguo."

Chang Sheng immediately perked up. He knew this man, Zhu Zhong. The most important thing was that this man was now serving his nephew.

Since when did my nephew start to manage the Jinyiwei?

Zhu Zhong opened his mouth and said to Chang Sheng, "Your Highness said that he doesn't know other noble families well, so he can only offend a few of them first when he knows them well. Your Highness is also in trouble about this matter, so let the Duke help explain it."

These words were said right in front of Guo Ying, but everyone pretended to be silent tacitly.

Chang Sheng immediately said, "We understand."

Zhu Zhong continued, "Your Highness has also issued an order. After all, Marquis Jiang Xia is from Fengyang. Although the son of Marquis Jiang Xia has committed a serious crime of disrespect, it is not appropriate to let Marquis Jiang Xia suffer. There is no need to use torture instruments or lock up the entire mansion. The proper respect must be shown. If this matter is handed over to others, I am afraid I will not be assured."

After saying this, Zhu Zhong saluted towards Chang Sheng, then turned and left, as if he didn't see Guo Ying who was so close to him.

Guo Ying immediately said to Chang Sheng, "Your Highness is really thoughtful. If it weren't for Your Highness, Marquis Jiang Xia would not have left with peace of mind."

Chang Sheng quickly said, "Then let's send someone to chase Brother Shi! It's unfair to Brother Shi to make him do something that offends others."

"Duke of the Founding Kingdom!" Guo Ying looked angry. "How can a minister have resentment? I have never been very capable. It is a blessing to be trusted by His Highness! If I can't even do these things well, what shall I do?"

Chang Sheng then said with an expression of knowing his mistake, "Uncle, you are so magnanimous. I will send someone to chase you right away."

After saying this, Chang Sheng bowed politely and quickened his pace, as he couldn't let other noble families block his way.

It was a different time. Chang Sheng had a high title but no real power. He barely managed to get by relying on his father's reputation and influence. In addition, his uncle had risen to prominence in recent years, so everyone maintained superficial respect for him.

It’s different now. A few days ago, some nobles became enthusiastic about him. Today, after this incident, the nobles who didn’t have much contact with him before also became enthusiastic.

Wang De, the son of Dingyuan Marquis Wang Bi, was waiting for Chang Sheng. When he saw Chang Sheng, he was overjoyed and asked, "Duke, what should we do?"

Chang Sheng did not hide it and said to Wang De, "I'll give you a good job. Go and chase after the prince of Wuding Marquis. His Highness means that there is no need to arrest Jiang Xiahou. I'm afraid he wants to give him a little dignity. Seal the whole mansion first, don't offend anyone, and listen to His Highness's decision!"

Wang De immediately said, "Okay, I'll go after him on horseback!"

Chang Sheng could be rude to Li Jinglong and Feng Sheng. He must respect and be close to Wuding Hou Guo Ying. But he had to trust Wang Bi and Wang De because they had different positions and not all noble families were of the same blood.

Chang Sheng knew very well that he didn't need to have good relations with all the noble families, otherwise it would be difficult for His Highness.

The market is rising, and Chang Sheng's current market is rising. Because his nephew suddenly shook up, maybe Chang Sheng's status will get higher and higher, and the nobles now see an unstoppable trend!

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