Ming Dynasty: Zhu Biao's younger brother, the most rebellious son in history

Empress Ma and Zhu Chong were chatting in the room. Seeing that Zhu Kai had not returned yet, they were all a little worried.

"Zhu Chong, go check on Zhu Kai and his men who went to invite Concubine Xi. Why haven't they returned yet?"

"Oh, mother, you don't have to worry about what kind of person my second brother is. You know best that he doesn't care about those things. As long as he is happy, he can say it as late as he wants. He never considers other people's thoughts and ideas."

"The emperor will be back soon, but isn't the imperial kitchen ready yet? We must not delay the emperor's business tonight.

In addition to attending this family dinner with us, he also has to review memorials and handle state affairs. Do you think your father is idle every day? There is nothing to do after the tide dissipates. "

Zhu Gang knew very well that their second brother Zhu Kai had a better relationship with Zhu Di. Although they didn't understand why, they could feel that the two seemed to have more common language.

Therefore, today the two of them had no reason to give Zhu Kai and the others some space to be alone.

On the other side, at Concubine Yi's place, Zhu Di was a little worried because he saw that Zhu Kai had been away for such a long time and had not returned.

“Mother, you guys can chat slowly here.

I'll go out and see if my second brother has encountered any problems. He hasn't been back to the palace for a long time, and he doesn't know a lot of things. Don't make a fool of yourself. If the emperor knows about it, he will definitely be unhappy. "

"Zhu Kai is a very smart person. You don't need to worry about these things. You are born to worry."

Xu Miaoyun lowered her head and smiled slightly.

"Empress Xi, Fifth Brother is a very responsible person. Grandpa Wang often says this, and he and I both admire Fifth Brother very much."

"There are only two people he admires the most, one is His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, and the other is His Royal Highness Zhu Kai. However, as the saying goes, 'birds of a feather flock together.' It will definitely not be wrong to be with Zhu Kai."

"Father also said this, but he said the exact opposite. He said that if I follow Zhu Kai, I will definitely be influenced by him."

"The Emperor is too busy every day and doesn't have time to get to know his son.

Perhaps one day when he sees the true face of His Highness Zhu Kai, he will be grateful that he actually has such an outstanding son who can help him handle everything so well. Isn't that enough?"

As Zhu Di spoke, he prepared to turn around and leave.

He knew that the little eunuch who came to find Zhu Kai today must be no simple person. A little eunuch rushed to the palace of the emperor's favorite concubine to look for someone openly, which was enough to show that there was something wrong.

Zhu Kai must have wanted to find this young eunuch to deal with Zhu Di regarding something important and secret, and he didn't want to disturb them.

Just as Zhu Di was about to go out, Zhu Kai walked in slowly from outside. He put his hands behind his back and seemed very leisurely.

"Zhu Di, where are you going?"

"Second brother, you are so shameless. You are out eating and haven't come back yet. We have already guessed that the little eunuch you saw just now is an assassin.

I came here specifically to protect you. Don't think I want to pry into your secrets. This is just a misunderstanding. I don't think you would think of me that way."

When Zhu Kai saw that Zhu Di was a little nervous, he immediately smiled and said.

"Zhu Di, I have told you so many times that although the Crown Prince and I look similar, our personalities are completely different. The Crown Prince is more gentle, while I am more eccentric.

I am a very sincere person in my dealings with others. I believe in exchanging sincerity for sincerity. You don’t have to hesitate about these things. After thinking it through, I will slowly confirm it with you. At least now is not the right time. "

"Second brother, what on earth did this little eunuch want to talk to you about? I saw that he was acting sneaky, and he was able to come here on his own initiative, which means his purpose must be not simple.

I just ask whatever I think of. Brother, if you don't want to say it, please don't mind. I don't want to spy on your whereabouts. I just care about you.

I am afraid of this little eunuch. He is an assassin hired by others to deceive you. You also know that you are not very popular in the court. Those who have been offended by you will definitely find ways to retaliate against you. "

"I have now become the target of much criticism in the imperial court, but I don't care about these things at all. After all, I am one of the emperor's most favored sons, and they dare not do anything to me.

Zhu Di, you don't have to worry so much. When there is a chance, I will introduce this young eunuch to you. I had a very pleasant chat with him just now.

This young eunuch is younger than both of us, but he speaks very eloquently.

His logical thinking ability is very strong, not something that ordinary people can compare to. He is a talent. He is so amazing at such a young age, and it goes without saying that he will be even more capable when he grows up."

If it were someone else, they would definitely be very confused as to why Zhu Kai cared so much about a little eunuch. However, Zhu Di was very smart. He knew that his second brother never talked nonsense in front of him, and everything he said was useful.

"Well, second brother, the person you like must not be an ordinary person."

"Of course. I've trained you a long time ago. When faced with something you don't understand, you never ask questions directly. Instead, you agree to whatever I say."

"Because I know that my second brother will never cheat me. We are not brothers from the same mother, but we are better than brothers from the same mother. In fact, in my heart, I feel that my relationship with my second brother is closer than that with His Royal Highness the Crown Prince."

"That's true, but it's not easy for you to say what I said without any doubt. I am quite touched by this.

Zhu Di, don't worry, your second brother will never betray you.

Although he is a young eunuch, it can be seen that he still has potential for development. His young age is his greatest asset. If we train him well, he will become a sharp sword in our hands in the future."

"If that's the case, I would like to meet this little eunuch and see what kind of ability he has to gain the approval of my second brother."

"Don't talk like I don't like everyone I see. This little eunuch is indeed a talented person.

In the future, he will become your right-hand man. Who knows? You can’t judge a person by his appearance. He may be physically disabled as a eunuch, but his IQ is not disabled.”

How could Zhu Di, such a shrewd man, not feel that Zhu Kai valued this little eunuch?

"Second brother, calm down for now. Since the eunuch you mentioned is so outstanding, I would like to have a good look at him if I have the chance."

Zhu Kai smiled.

"Let me tell you, brother, I will only introduce you to someone who is reliable. Otherwise, do you think I need to tell you?

There are so many eunuchs in the entire Forbidden City, but he is the only one who is different. I am very sure of this.”

"I see. To be appreciated by my second brother, this boy must be extraordinary." "My second brother, mother is getting impatient. He is still thinking about you meeting a little eunuch. How can it take so long?"

"I tell you, you can't judge a person by his appearance, and a hero is not judged by his origin. This little eunuch will become your right-hand man in the future."

Although Zhu Di had no doubts about what Zhu Kai said, he felt that what his second brother said was almost exaggerating.

"Brother, if you say so, I am really curious now. Can you let me meet this little eunuch now?"

"Now? That might not be convenient. He just went back."

Zhu Di didn't know that Zhu Kai had found this young eunuch in order to monitor the situation in the capital. He just thought that he wanted this young eunuch to find some rare ingredients.

"Brother, I usually listen to whatever you say to me, but this time I feel more and more confused.
A young eunuch, and one from the imperial kitchen, what earth-shattering things did he do to deserve such admiration from a man as discerning as you, my second brother?"

"Well... this matter is indeed rather troublesome, and it cannot be explained in a few words. Let's go in first. Concubine Yu must be anxious waiting for her."

Zhu Di smiled and shook his head helplessly.

"Second brother, mother doesn't understand the logic of your behavior. I hope you can forgive me."

"Don't worry, Concubine Xi is also concerned about me. Seeing that the court is about to be adjourned, she is afraid that something might happen and cause trouble."

"That's right, Father has always been very strict with my second brother, so we should be more careful. We can't let any problems arise at this critical juncture.

Hu Weiyong wanted to show off in front of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, but he ignored you, my second brother..."

"Hey~ Don't mention this guy, he is just a complete villain. I don't take him seriously. He will get into trouble sooner or later anyway."

Zhu Di looked at Zhu Kai and heard him speak so confidently that for a moment he didn't know how to respond.

"Second brother, sometimes I feel like you can always predict the outcome and direction of some things. It's strange to say, why is that?"

Zhu Di was too smart. Zhu Kai sometimes even worried that he would reveal his true colors before the other party. If the other party noticed anything, it would be disastrous.

"Oh, Fifth Brother, don't think too much. This is the result of your wild imagination. I don't have any ability to predict the future. It's just a coincidence. You have to believe it!"

Zhu Di looked at Zhu Kai with a confused look on his face. He had no choice but to believe it. Zhu Kai's attitude was very firm.

Concubine Yi held her belly, she felt a little uncomfortable. It had only been four months, so it shouldn't be like this.

"Empress Xi, I see that you look a little off. Has something happened? Logically, someone from the Imperial Hospital should be here by now."

Concubine Xi smiled awkwardly.

"It's okay, Princess Sai, don't worry. People from the Imperial Hospital will be here soon. It's okay. I just felt a little fetal movement."

"Fetal movement? What's going on?"

"You are young and have no experience in this area. This is a normal situation. I will just sit down and take my time."

"I see. I'm relieved. I was thinking that if you have any problems, you won't be able to attend today's family dinner. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for a family reunion."

Even if Xu Miaoyun didn't say this, Concubine Yi herself knew that if she missed this opportunity, she would have no say in front of Zhu Yuanzhang in the future.

Zhu Kai was outside. At this time, people from the Imperial Hospital came.

"Greetings to the two princes!"

"Doctor, are you here to check my pulse?"

"Yes, I come here at this time every day. Today I am a little late because I was delayed by something at the previous court."

"What's going on with the former dynasty?"

"I really shouldn't be talking too much here. Forget it. I'll just stop talking and go in to see Concubine Xi. That will be considered as completing my mission."

Zhu Kai just heard what the eunuch Xiao Ma said. There must have been some turmoil in the previous dynasty.

However, the imperial court has always been a bloody place, so it is normal to have some disturbances and there is no need to make a fuss about it.

Zhu Di was a very perceptive man. He discovered that Zhu Kai was very interested in the affairs of the previous dynasty and that this imperial physician was also vague in his responses.

So Zhu Di quickly stopped the other party.

"Doctor, my mother is still asleep inside at this time. Please wait outside for a while."

"I see. If that's the case, it's not convenient to disturb Concubine Xi. Let's wait outside for a while. But Concubine Xi usually doesn't sleep at this time."

"Why? Does the imperial physician not believe what the prince said?"

"That's not the case. You two princes don't know that Concubine Xi is pregnant now. Pregnant women who are too sleepy may have health problems, so I am more anxious."

"I see. Well, there is nothing unusual about mother today. She is just a little sleepy. It must be because I recently came back from the border land. Mother was happy and ate more, so she felt heavy."

"It would be good for the fetus if Concubine Xi could eat more. However, pregnant women should not have food accumulation. I will go back and prescribe some medicine to help digestion."

"No need, Imperial Physician. It's too much trouble to go back and forth like this. When you're done taking the pulse, you can go back to the Imperial Hospital and ask the eunuchs to bring the medicine over."

The imperial physician wiped the sweat from his forehead and nodded.

"Yes, Your Majesty, thank you for your consideration. This will indeed save us a lot of trouble."

Zhu Kai thought to himself that the other party had finally let go of his grudges. This way, chatting with him would be much smoother and he would be able to obtain more useful information.

Zhu Di's idea is really good. (End of this chapter)