My father Zhu Gaoxu

Chapter 602
Zhu Zhanji ascended the throne, and the news of Zhu Gaochi's death was announced. The entire capital was shocked. Everyone was discussing Zhu Gaochi, the short-lived emperor.

People still have a high opinion of Zhu Gaochi. After all, Zhu Gaochi has been the prince for so many years and has always had a good reputation. Although his performance after ascending the throne is disappointing, the people who know him are limited to the officials in the court. The public has no impression of Zhu Gaochi. Too big of a change.

Therefore, after learning that Zhu Gaochi passed away, many people expressed their regrets, and many scholars wrote articles to newspapers to mourn the benevolent emperor Zhu Gaochi.

After Zhu Zhanji ascended the throne, he immediately corrected some of Zhu Gaochi's previous wrong decisions. For example, the first one was to cancel the decision to move back to Nanjing.

As soon as this news came out, the government and the public were also wailing, especially those who had gone to Nanjing to buy houses and land before, and they had no time to cry. Many people even borrowed money to buy land, but now they all lost their hands. Some people couldn't bear to think about it. He simply committed suicide and paid the price for his greed.

However, those officials who originally disagreed with the move back to Nanjing were full of praise for Zhu Zhanji. Especially ministers with far-sighted views such as Xia Yuanji felt that Zhu Di had not misjudged the person. Zhu Zhanji was indeed much stronger than Zhu Gaochi.

As for Zhu Gaochi's proposal to restart the maritime ban during his lifetime, Zhu Zhanji did not even mention it after he ascended the throne. He just said that everything would continue as usual. After all, he also knew that maritime trade was related to the interests of too many people. If he really dared to do it, Maybe the throne below him would be shaken because of this, and he didn't want to be assassinated again.

These actions of Zhu Zhanji also helped him win over many people. Moreover, after Zhu Zhanji ascended the throne, he was also very diligent and attended the morning court almost every day, unlike Zhu Gaochi who was obsessed with the harem.

There was even news in the palace that Zhu Zhanji decided to observe mourning for Zhu Gaochi for three years. Therefore, during this period, Zhu Zhanji rested alone and never called any women in the harem to sleep with him.

The ministers were frightened by Zhu Gaochi's inconsistent performance, so now Zhu Zhanji's performance also makes the ministers very satisfied. Although the time is still short, at least Zhu Zhanji's performance is consistent before and after, which is already better than Zhu Gaochi. .

That afternoon, while Zhu Zhanhe was busy with Zhu Gaochi's funeral matters, he was suddenly summoned to Wuying Hall by Zhu Zhanji.

As soon as they met, Zhu Zhanji very enthusiastically asked someone to bring a chair to Zhu Zhanhe. After exchanging a few words, Zhu Zhanji got down to business.

"Zhan He, the emperor's grandfather and father passed away one after another, and it was you who helped take care of the funeral arrangements. It's really hard on you!"

"These are what I should do!"

Zhu Zhanhe also replied very politely.

Since Zhu Zhanji ascended the throne, the relationship between him and Zhu Zhanhe became alienated again, and his words were very polite.

"You can't say that. Grandpa Huang and my father are the emperors of the Ming Dynasty and the co-owners of the world. You can't let you do it alone. I've seen you lose a lot of weight during this period, so you don't have to worry about my father's funeral. I'll send someone to take over!"

Zhu Zhanji said with a smile again at this time, and his tone was very sincere, as if he was really thinking about Zhu Zhanhe's health.

Zhu Zhanhe understood as soon as he heard this. Zhu Zhanji didn't want to get involved too much, so he began to take away the power in his hands.

Zhu Zhanhe had already prepared for this, so he did not force it. He nodded happily and said: "Okay, since eldest brother has a better candidate, I can just take a rest. In addition, my father's fleet is coming soon." It’s Tianjin, and I just happened to go to Tianjin to prepare to welcome them!”

"That's great. Zhan He, just prepare to welcome your second uncle. Others will have to worry about other things!"

Zhu Zhanji laughed and said, seemingly very satisfied with Zhu Zhanhe's knowledge.

After the business talk was over, Zhu Zhanhe immediately said goodbye and left.After leaving Wuying Palace, Zhu Zhanhe couldn't help but stop and turned around to take a look at this familiar palace.

When Zhu Di was still alive, he often came here to discuss matters with Zhu Di. After Zhu Gaochi came to the throne, he also came frequently and once had a dispute with Zhu Gaochi here.

But now that the master of Wuying Palace has been replaced by Zhu Zhanji, he has to take back the power in Zhu Zhanhe's hands. Moreover, this is only the first step. Next, Zhu Zhanji will definitely squeeze out Zhu Zhanhe little by little, and the ultimate goal is to force him Leave Daming.

Zhu Zhanhe had been mentally prepared for this, and he did not resent Zhu Zhanji, because if it were him, he would definitely do the same thing.

Just looking at this familiar palace, Zhu Zhanhe still felt a little emotional, because after leaving, he might never come back again.

After leaving the imperial city, Zhu Zhanhe returned home and then came to his study, ready to consider his next plan.

However, he had just sat in the study for a while when Chang Sining walked in personally carrying tea and asked: "Why did your husband come back so early? Are you finished with the palace affairs?"

"Brother looked at me as an eyesore, so he asked me to come back and rest. I don't have to go to the palace anymore."

Zhu Zhanhe replied with a smile.

"I have long advised my husband to leave everything to others directly after His Majesty ascends the throne, but you are unwilling. As a result, you have been deprived of power now, and it doesn't look good on your face."

Chang Sining sighed, then stepped forward to pour a cup of tea for Zhu Zhanhe and put it into his hands.

On the first day Zhu Zhanji ascended the throne, Chang Sining persuaded Zhu Zhanhe. After all, he and Zhu Zhanji had already had conflicts. Rather than letting the other party drive him away, it would be more honorable to take the initiative to hand over power.

"I also want to do something more for Grandpa Huang and uncle before I leave, just to show some filial piety!"

Zhu Zhanhe shook his head and said helplessly.

"Actually, this is fine. After all, the emperor and his courtiers are alike, and His Majesty can't stand us, so let's prepare to leave early. Anyway, my father and mother are coming soon, so we'll go to Tianzhu together!"

Chang Sining sat next to Zhu Zhanhe, gently hugged his arm and said.

Ever since Zhu Zhanji ascended the throne, Chang Sining has always been worried about Zhu Zhanhe's safety. After all, the conflict between the two was so big before that it could not be easily resolved. Now Zhu Zhanji has not touched Zhu Zhanhe, mainly because he just After ascending the throne, the throne is not yet secure.

"I understand, so I also made it clear to my eldest brother that I will go to Tianjin in the next two days. When my father and the others come back, I will attend the funeral of Grandpa Huang and my uncle. The matter on Ming Dynasty will be settled!"

Zhu Zhanhe also said with some emotion.

Zhu Gaochi will be arriving soon, and the news on the ship is blocked. I am afraid that he still does not know the news of Zhu Gaochi's death. Originally, he only came to attend Zhu Di's funeral, but now he has encountered Zhu Gaochi's death, and Zhu Gaochi's death is also related to Zhu Gaosui. , I don’t know what Zhu Gaoxu’s reaction will be then?
(End of this chapter)