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

Zhu Di frowned and said, "This banditry is coming with great force. I wonder how the court will respond."

At the same time, Zhu Kai was also talking with Gu Wen in the mansion.

Zhu Kai said, "Gu Wen, what do you think about the bandit problem in the south?"

Gu Wen replied: "Your Majesty, if this bandit problem is not eliminated, it will definitely harm the local area. But this time, I am afraid it will be another tough battle to eliminate the bandits."

Zhu Kai nodded and said, "Yes, I wonder who the court will send."

Not long after, the imperial court decided to send troops to suppress the bandits and summoned all the ministers to discuss the candidates.

In the court, the ministers were discussing the matter.

One of the ministers said, "In my opinion, we can send the Second Prince and the Prince of Yan. They have made many military achievements and will surely be able to wipe out the banditry."

Another minister objected, saying, "The Second Prince and the Prince of Yan have just experienced a storm, so it is not appropriate for them to go on an expedition at this time."

Zhu Yuanzhang pondered for a moment and said, "Zhu Kai, Zhu Di, what do you think?"

Zhu Kai stepped out and said, "Father, I am willing to help the court."

Zhu Di also said: "I am willing to go."

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and said, "Okay, then I will order you to lead the army to suppress the bandits."

After receiving the order, Zhu Kai and Zhu Di began to prepare for the expedition.

In the army, Zhu Di said to Zhu Kai: "Second brother, this time the bandit suppression is different from the past, you need to be careful."

Zhu Kai responded: "Don't worry, fourth brother, we will definitely formulate a comprehensive strategy."

However, the bandit situation was far more complicated than they had imagined.

The spy reported: "Your Majesty, this group of bandits is familiar with the terrain and their whereabouts are erratic, so it is difficult to encircle and suppress them."

Zhu Di said angrily: "Keep exploring and find their hiding place."

Zhu Kai said: "Don't worry, let's appease the local people first and get more clues from them."

Therefore, Zhu Kai and Zhu Di sent troops to search for the bandits on the one hand, and to appease the people on the other.

During his communication with the people, Zhu Kai learned that bandits often appeared in a valley.

Zhu Kai said to Zhu Di: "Fourth brother, we can set up an ambush here."

Zhu Di nodded and said, "Second brother, this is a great idea."

As expected, the bandits fell into the trap and suffered heavy losses.

The leader of the bandits was furious: "Zhu Kai and Zhu Di are so cunning."

But the bandits did not give up and decided to launch a surprise attack on the Ming army camp.

Fortunately, Zhu Kai and Zhu Di were prepared and repelled the bandits.

Zhu Di said: "Second brother, this is not a solution. We must find a way to annihilate them in one fell swoop."

Zhu Kai pondered for a moment and said, "I have a plan..."

After some planning, Zhu Kai and Zhu Di finally captured all the bandits.

After returning to the capital, Zhu Yuanzhang was overjoyed.

Zhu Yuanzhang said: "My son is brave and has saved the court from a great disaster."

However, what they don't know is that a new crisis is brewing secretly...

Zhu Kai and Zhu Di once again made great contributions in suppressing banditry. After returning to the court, they were commended by Zhu Yuanzhang and became very famous for a while.

But this aroused jealousy and resentment among some people in the court.

In a dark corner, several ministers gathered secretly.

The minister lowered his voice and said, "Zhu Kai and Zhu Di are becoming more and more powerful. We can't just sit back and watch."

The minister agreed: "Yes, we must find a way to suppress them."

Minister C frowned and said, "But they are now in the emperor's favor. How should we deal with them?"

A hint of viciousness flashed in the minister's eyes: "Start with the people around them."

At the same time, Zhu Kai and Zhu Di also sensed a strange atmosphere in the palace.

Zhu Di said to Zhu Kai: "Second brother, I always feel that someone is watching us secretly recently."

Zhu Kai nodded: "I feel the same way. It seems we have to be careful."

Not long after, one of Zhu Kai's close confidants was falsely accused of corruption and bribery and was thrown into jail.

Zhu Kai was extremely anxious and said to Gu Wen, "It's clear that someone deliberately framed him. I must rescue him."

Gu Wen advised: "Your Majesty, this matter needs to be considered carefully and you should not act impulsively."

Zhu Di also encountered trouble.

One of his most capable generals was accused of violating military discipline and faced severe punishment.

Zhu Di said angrily: "This is a false accusation. There is no shortage of excuses!"

After Zhu Kai learned about Zhu Di's situation, he went to Zhu Di's house.

Zhu Kai said: "Fourth brother, we can't let them succeed."

Zhu Di clenched his fists: "Second brother, what should we do?"

Zhu Kai pondered for a moment and said, "We need to find evidence to prove their innocence."

So the two brothers began to investigate secretly.

During the investigation, they discovered that the masterminds behind all this were those ministers.

Zhu Di said angrily: "These guys are so insidious."

Zhu Kai said: "Let's not alert the enemy yet, collect the evidence and then report to the emperor."

However, their actions were still noticed by the other party.

The minister sneered: "It's not that easy to fight us."

The minister said, “We have to find a way to get rid of them once and for all.”

Soon, rumors spread in the court that Zhu Kai and Zhu Di intended to form a clique for personal gain and control the government.

After hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang's face turned gloomy.

Zhu Yuanzhang summoned Zhu Kai and Zhu Di into the palace.

Zhu Yuanzhang said: "I heard some rumors about you, how do you explain it?"

Zhu Kai knelt down hurriedly: "Father, this is pure rumor, someone deliberately framed me."

Zhu Di also said: "Father, you are wise, I have absolutely no such intention."

Zhu Yuanzhang was silent for a moment: "I will give you a chance to prove your innocence."

Zhu Kai and Zhu Di returned to the mansion, even more determined to find out who was behind the incident.

After some effort, they finally collected enough evidence.

When he entered the palace to meet the emperor again, Zhu Kai presented evidence.

Zhu Kai said: "Father, this is the evidence that those ministers framed us. Please take a closer look."

After reading the evidence, Zhu Yuanzhang was furious.

Zhu Yuanzhang ordered those ministers to be severely punished.

Zhu Kai and Zhu Di finally got rid of the crisis, but they knew that there would be more challenges waiting for them in this treacherous court.

Zhu Kai knew very well that changing the power structure in the court was not something that could be achieved overnight, and that he needed to proceed step by step and plan carefully.

Zhu Kai said solemnly: "Gu Wen, now the court is dominated by treacherous people. If we want to change this situation, we need to take a long-term view."

Gu Wen nodded slightly and said, "Your Majesty, in my opinion, the most urgent task is to win over those neutral ministers and expand our power."

Zhu Kai thought for a moment and said, "That makes sense, but how can we get them to stand on our side?"

Gu Wenxian said, "Your Majesty, we can start with their interests and promise them benefits, while demonstrating our strength and determination."

Zhu Kai nodded and said, "Well, you go and arrange this matter, and be sure to act with caution."

Gu Wen took the order and began to secretly contact those neutral ministers.

At a banquet, Zhu Kai deliberately sat at the same table with several neutral ministers.

Zhu Kai raised his glass and said, "My Lords, the situation in the court is complicated now. I am devoted to the country and hope to create a prosperous and peaceful era for the Ming Dynasty." A minister responded, "Your Highness cares about the world, and we admire you."

Zhu Kai continued, "If I can get your help, I will surely be able to do more useful things for the court."

The ministers looked at each other and thought secretly in their hearts.

Not long after, Gu Wen reported the progress to Zhu Kai.

Gu Wen said, "Your Majesty, several ministers have expressed their willingness to support us."

Zhu Kai smiled slightly: "Very good, but not enough."

At the same time, Zhu Kai began to propose some policies that would benefit the people's livelihood in the court.

Zhu Kai said: "Your Majesty, the people are having a hard time now, so we should reduce taxes and build water conservancy projects."

This proposal was supported by some ministers, but was also opposed by some powerful people.

The noble said: "This move will reduce the revenue of the court, it is absolutely unacceptable."

Zhu Kai argued: "Only if the people are prosperous can the country be stable and peaceful for a long time."

Zhu Yuanzhang fell into deep thought.

In private, Zhu Kai discussed countermeasures with the ministers who supported him.

Zhu Kai said: "Although we have some allies now, they are not enough to compete with those powerful people."

The minister said, "Your Majesty, why not expose the corruption of those powerful people and let Your Majesty see their true colors."

Zhu Kai nodded and said, "This plan is feasible, but it requires solid evidence."

So Zhu Kai sent people to secretly investigate the crimes of those powerful people.

After some effort, we finally collected enough evidence.

At a court meeting, Zhu Kai presented evidence in front of everyone.

Zhu Kai said: "Your Majesty, these powerful people are corrupt and take bribes, and they bully the people. They are really harmful to the country."

Zhu Yuanzhang was furious and ordered severe punishment for those powerful people.

After this incident, Zhu Kai's prestige in the court greatly increased.

However, he was not satisfied with this.

Zhu Kai said to Gu Wen: "Although we have achieved some results, we still need to be cautious and not take it lightly."

Gu Wen said: "Don't worry, Your Majesty, we will continue to work hard."

Next, Zhu Kai proposed a series of reform and innovation measures, such as rectifying the administration of officials and reforming the military system.

In the process of implementing these measures, we encountered many obstacles.

But Zhu Kai resolved them one by one with his firm determination and clever strategies.

Finally, after a period of hard work, the power structure in the court gradually changed.

Zhu Kai's power grew day by day, and those treacherous ministers were suppressed.

Zhu Kai said to the ministers: "Now the situation has been initially settled, but we still need to work tirelessly to strive for the prosperity of the Ming Dynasty."

The ministers responded in unison: "We are willing to obey your orders, Your Majesty."

However, just when Zhu Kai thought everything was moving in the right direction, a new crisis quietly arrived.

One day, Zhu Kai received a secret letter in his mansion, which mentioned that one of his important allies was suddenly impeached for treason. Zhu Kai was shocked and immediately summoned Gu Wen and others to discuss the matter.

Zhu Kai said gloomily: "This is obviously done intentionally by someone, trying to weaken our strength."

Gu Wen said, "Your Majesty, this matter is strange. I'm afraid someone is behind this and has carefully planned it."

Zhu Kai frowned and asked, "Who would take action at this time?"

At this time, a counselor said: "Your Majesty, could it be that the remnants of the powerful and wealthy who were suppressed by us are seeking revenge?"

Zhu Kai pondered for a moment and said, "It's possible, but we can't rule out the intervention of other forces."

At the same time, in the court, there were more and more accusations against the ally.

The minister said: "This kind of treason must not be forgiven lightly."

The minister echoed: "We must punish them severely to uphold the law of the country."

Zhu Kai stepped forward and said, "There is no solid evidence in this matter, so we cannot easily convict him."

But his voice was soon drowned out by the opposition of other ministers.

Zhu Kai knew very well that if the truth could not be found out as soon as possible, not only would his allies suffer, but the situation he had worked so hard to build might also be destroyed.

After returning to the mansion, Zhu Kai said to Gu Wen: "Gu Wen, you should quickly send someone to investigate this matter and find evidence to prove the innocence of the ally."

Gu Wen took the order and left.

However, the investigation did not go smoothly and various obstacles emerged one after another.

Just when Zhu Kai was in a state of panic, another piece of bad news came and Zhu Yuanzhang began to doubt him.

Zhu Yuanzhang summoned Zhu Kai to the palace.

Zhu Yuanzhang said indifferently: "Zhu Kai, your ally has committed such a serious crime, do you have anything to say?"

Zhu Kai knelt down and said, "Your Majesty, there must be injustice in this matter. I hope Your Majesty can see clearly."

Zhu Yuanzhang snorted: "I will give you time to find out the truth. If you can't give me a satisfactory answer, don't blame me for being ruthless."

Zhu Kai came out of the palace and felt unprecedented pressure.

At this time, Zhu Di also learned the news and came to find Zhu Kai.

Zhu Di said: "Second brother, this crisis is very serious. How should we deal with it?"

Zhu Kai said: "Fourth brother, now we can only speed up the investigation and find the mastermind behind this."

Zhu Di said: "Don't worry, second brother, I will also do my best to assist you."

After a difficult investigation, Zhu Kai finally found some clues, and all the clues pointed to a hidden big boss in the court.

Zhu Kai gnashed his teeth and said, "So he was the one behind this."

But it is not easy to bring down this big boss. Zhu Kai fell into deep thought again.

After Zhu Kai discovered that the mastermind behind the incident was the hidden big boss in the court, he already had a preliminary plan in mind.

He discussed again with Gu Wen and Zhu Di in the study.

Zhu Kai said sternly: "This time the opponent is extremely difficult, we need to be careful."

Zhu Di frowned and said, "Second brother, this old fox has been operating in the court for many years, and his power is intertwined and difficult to deal with."

Gu Wen echoed, "Prince Yan is right, Your Majesty, we must make a long-term plan."

Zhu Kai pondered for a moment and said, "Let's collect more evidence of his crimes first, find his weakness, and kill him with one strike."

Zhu Di nodded and said, "Second brother, what you said makes sense. I will send someone to investigate secretly."

A few days later, Zhu Di brought new news.

Zhu Di said: "Second brother, I found out that this old fox colluded with some local officials and embezzled a large amount of disaster relief funds."

Zhu Kai's eyes flashed with a gleam of light: "This is an important handle, but it is not enough."

Gu Wen said, "Your Majesty, I found that he has placed many of his cronies in the court, trying to control the government."

Zhu Kai snorted coldly: "He is so ambitious, we must not let him succeed."

Just as they were making intensive preparations, the big boss also noticed the actions of Zhu Kai and others.

In his own residence, he said to his confidant: "Zhu Kai is still a little naive if he wants to fight me."

The confidant asked, "Sir, how should we respond?"

The boss said sinisterly: "Let's teach him a lesson, starting with the people around him."

Soon, one of Zhu Kai's right-hand men was framed and thrown into prison.

Zhu Kai said angrily: "This is clearly his revenge, it's so shameless!"

Zhu Di said: "Second brother, don't be impulsive, we have to find a way to rescue him."

Zhu Kai calmed down and said, "First send someone to the prison to take good care of him, and then find a way to collect evidence to clear his name." (End of this chapter)