King of Han Dynasty of Ming Dynasty

time flies.

Half an hour has passed before I knew it.

The originally dark sky gradually began to show some light.

The full moon hanging in the night sky also slowly and silently fell down and disappeared into the depths of the clouds.

Zhu Gaoxu and Ji Gang, who were waiting for the arrival of Crown Prince Zhu Gaochi and the six ministers, were yawning from time to time and drank almost two pots of tea without realizing it.

"Da da da"

At dusk.

The sudden sound of hurried footsteps woke up Zhu Gaoxu and Ji Gang, who were yawning and drowsy. They suddenly opened their half-closed eyes and subconsciously looked towards the place where the sound came from.

Xia Yuanji, Yang Rong, Yang Shiqi and other bigwigs in the court were seen walking slowly under the dim light of the oil lamp. Without any pretense, they walked to the stools prepared for them and sat down directly, covering their mouths with their hands and yawning from time to time.

Everyone was old acquaintance of Zhu Gaoxu.

We have been together for so long, but we still have conflicts and disagreements.

But he was also clear about Zhu Gaoxu's character and personality, so he didn't show any courtesy at all and asked hypocritical questions and waited for instructions.

See this situation.

Ji Gang, who was sitting nearby, couldn't help but be stunned. He looked at the six ministers and others in astonishment and disbelief. He felt confused and curious about the casualness of the six ministers.

No?

What's the situation?
When did the relationship between the two parties, who currently dislike each other and have constant minor conflicts and disagreements, become so good?
Such casual and elegant movements?
What the hell is going on? Did he miss something or omit something?

It shouldn’t be!

Then, Ji Gang looked at Zhu Gaoxu's reaction again, wanting to see his reaction.

Just looked over there.

What caught his eye was Zhu Gaoxu's face full of gentle smiles. He did not show any sign of being angry at the behavior of the six ministers.

This is the case.

This made the stunned Ji Gang even more confused.

But at this moment, no one paid any attention to or cared about Ji Gang's reaction.

After taking his seat, Xia Yuanji took a sip of the warm tea on the table and then asked:
"Prince of Han"

"I wonder if you have any important business to summon me here at this time?"

Say it.

The other five people who were accompanying him also looked over, with a hint of fatigue and confusion on their faces, some of them not quite understanding.

To know.

This is the second half of the night!

It was the best time for them to rest as they were exhausted, but they were all sleeping soundly in their homes with their lovely wives in their arms. From this sweet and comfortable place, they were urgently summoned and woken up.

As soon as I entered, I saw Ji Gang, the emperor's chief henchman, already waiting there.

None of them are fools.

They all probably thought in their minds that something big must have happened.

Otherwise, this situation would never have happened.

Upon hearing this, Zhu Gaoxu rubbed his slightly tired face with his hands, yawned deeply, and said after calming himself down:
"Wait a moment."

"If nothing unexpected happens, the prince will be here soon."

"This matter involves the Crown Prince, so let's wait until he, the protagonist, arrives so we can discuss it together."

Involving the prince?

After hearing this, everyone frowned and their eyes involuntarily glanced at Ji Gang not far away, their faces becoming a little solemn.

What does King Han mean by this?
What exactly do you want to do?
What does it mean that the prince is the protagonist?

Could it be that this bastard and Ji Gang, the leader of the emperor's lackeys, were planning some big move to throw dirty water on the prince and harm him?

Isn't it such a big deal?

How dare they?

Thinking of this, everyone's expression changed involuntarily. Their mood reached the bottom at this moment. They couldn't help but become a little irritable and uneasy, and worried about Zhu Gaochi's safety.

"Da da da"

It was at this time that Fatty Zhu dragged his fat body and walked in hurriedly from outside the courtyard, panting heavily.

Zhu Gaochi looked around and walked directly to the vacant chair in the courtyard and sat down. Then he covered his mouth and yawned for a long time. He rubbed his slightly hazy eyes and nodded slightly to Ji Gang and the six ministers who had arrived before him.

Then, he came back to his senses, a trace of resentment and displeasure flashed across his face, and he turned to Zhu Gaoxu and complained:

"hey hey"

"No, second brother."

"What's going on with you? Is there anything you can't talk about during the day?"

"You have to pull someone out of bed in the middle of the night. Is that how you do things?"

"I'm telling you, if you don't tell me the whole story,

"I'm not done with you."

Zhu Gaoxu: "!!!!!!"

No.

Your uncle's!

You are the only one who is sleepy, am I not sleepy too?

As the prince, isn't it just a matter of sleeping a little less?
How could it be appropriate to complain to him directly and with a hint of threat?
Wasn't it that when the old man pulled you out of bed in the middle of the night, you acted like a good boy, not daring to say a word, and even greeted him with a happy smile?

Now that I have feelings for him, I will never let him go?
Do you think he is a soft persimmon?

Zhu Gaoxu was so depressed that he opened his mouth and wanted to confront him and expose Zhu Gaochi's shortcomings.

But after looking at the important officials around him and the things that were to be discussed this time.

Zhu Gaoxu didn't say anything in the end. He didn't want to dwell on this issue too much. He silently picked up the teacup and took a big sip of tea, suppressing his unhappiness.

Afterwards, he calmed down, turned his head and looked at Ji Gang who was sitting beside him, nodded and instructed:
"Lord Ji"

"The prince and all the gentlemen are extremely curious about what happened."

"You can distribute the memorial you just submitted to everyone so that you can have a good look at it."

Order received.

Ji Gang stood up without any hesitation, picked up the memorial on the stone table in front of Zhu Gaoxu, and distributed a copy to everyone in the courtyard.

Waiting for the memorial to be received.

The ministers and Zhu Gaochi, who had been extremely curious for a long time, hurriedly opened the memorial and eagerly read its contents.

Along with the contents of the memorial came into view.

The aura of everyone changed visibly, and their expressions changed from playful and relaxed to gloomy and angry.

throughout the pavilion.

In an instant, the atmosphere was filled with chilling murderous intent.

'Snapped'

After a while.

Everyone carefully read the contents of the memorial.

Zhu Gaochi, who was originally full of complaints about Zhu Gaoxu disturbing his sweet dreams and pulling him out of bed, now had a drastic change of mood. His fat and chubby face was as gloomy as water, and his expression became extremely serious. He was the first to speak and asked:

"Second child"

"Where did you get this information?"

“Is there any evidence?”

"When will the thief strike, and what methods will he use?"

"Have you reached a conclusion here?"

Upon hearing this, Zhu Gaoxu could not help but give the Crown Prince a fierce look and complained:
"Boss"

"Can we please not ask such stupid questions and stop caring about it?"

"Didn't I just say that?"

"This is the news presented by the Jinyiwei."

"As for the source of the news, it is that the Japanese bandits attacked the craftsmen in our weapons workshop tonight."

"Because we got the news in advance, the Japanese bandits were completely unaware that they were ambushed. There were six attackers, three of whom were killed and three were captured."

"Among the three captured, one is Nakata Noki, the trusted general of Ashikaga Yoshimochi, the leader of the Japanese delegation."

"The contents of the memorial are what Nakatano Nogi confessed after being interrogated by the Royal Guards." "You don't have to doubt its authenticity."

Having said this, he paused, then suddenly changed the subject and continued:
"Everyone."

"Tell me what to do about the current situation!"

"What should we do with the Japanese envoys who are still staying at the Envoy Post?"

"Just take it or?"

After hearing this.

Everyone's expression became solemn, their faces gloomy and grim, and they said in unison:

"I knew these bastards were no good."

"How dare you do that."

"He attempted to kidnap the craftsmen of our Ming weapons workshop and steal our advanced weapons."

"Then he even tried to attack the Crown Prince of the Ming Dynasty in an attempt to stir up internal disputes within the Ming Dynasty."

"It is indeed his wolfish ambition, which is obvious as day."

"Those who are not of my kind must have different hearts. When friends come, I have good wine. When wolves come, I have big knives."

"Fuck him."

"Send these bastards to hell to repent."

In this regard.

Crown Prince Zhu Gaochi was also furious, and nodded in approval with murderous eyes.

It was a rare sight to see everyone speaking in unison, forming a united front.

Zhu Gaoxu couldn't help but smile, but didn't say anything against it.

After all, this was exactly the result he wanted. He turned to look at Ji Gang and instructed:
"Master Ji..."

"Did you hear what the gentlemen said?"

"Go and make arrangements!"

"Everything is ready, and it will be done at lightning speed."

"Capture the Japanese bandits residing in the Envoy Station completely."

"At the same time, order all the Jinyiwei in Yingtian City to move."

"Check where the other group of Japanese bandits who are planning to assassinate Zhu Zhanji are hiding."

"Dig them out for me as quickly as possible."

"Otherwise, if the Envoy Post Station takes action, I'm afraid those Japanese bandits hiding there will know about it."

"Do something desperate, or run away."

"Can it be done?"

In an instant.

Everyone's eyes were focused on Ji Gang.

He immediately felt pressured and did not dare to hesitate. He said solemnly with a serious expression:

"Your Highness, Prince Han, rest assured."

"I will do my best."

"I will never let you down."

Upon hearing this, Zhu Gaoxu nodded with satisfaction and waved at him with a smile.

then.

Ji Gang didn't stay here for too long. He turned around and walked out with big strides.

Wait for Ji Gang to leave.

Zhu Gaoxu looked at the six ministers who were still filled with indignation and sat aside, and said:
"My Lords..."

"It's over."

"You may return home and continue your nap."

"Boss, stay for a moment."

After hearing this.

The six ministers and others looked at each other.

I also know that the two brothers have something to discuss right now.

Moreover, the King of Han has already issued an order to expel foreigners.

They simply didn't stay any longer, bowed to the two of them, and turned away.

As for Zhu Gaoxu's joking words about going back to take a nap, with such a big thing happening, how could they be so careless?

How can I sleep?

On this matter.

If we cannot hear the Jinyiwei, we will be able to completely capture the Japanese envoys and the bandits hiding in the dark.

People like them, let alone now.

From today on, God knows how long it will take before I can have a good night's sleep.

It's not their fault for making a fuss about this matter.

It actually involves the Crown Prince Zhu Zhanji!
Who doesn’t know that he is the most beloved grandson of Emperor Yongle?
If something really happened to him, they didn't know whether others would be able to survive better.

But these important officials who are responsible for staying in Yingtian City to stabilize the court for the emperor will definitely not have an easy life.

By then, only God knows what irrational things the mad and hateful Emperor Yongle will do.

But it is conceivable that this is definitely enough to make people like them suffer.

to this end.

Although these people did not say much, they left.

Everyone has made up their mind.

After returning to the mansion, he immediately passed down the order to mobilize all the available networks.

We must move as quickly as possible, even if we have to dig three feet into the ground, to dig out the Japanese bandits hiding in the dark.

Wait until everyone has left.

Zhu Gaochi raised his head and asked anxiously:

"Second brother..."

"Just tell me what you want to say, don't beat around the bush."

"Hurry up and finish your talk so I can go back home and make arrangements."

"Find and capture these Japanese bandits. At the same time, order Zhu Zhanji to be confined to his house. Regardless of whether the Japanese bandits are captured or not, he must stay in the mansion and not go anywhere."

"If you dare to take half a step out of the mansion, I will push him to a discount."

After hearing this.

Zhu Gaoxu nodded without comment, then glanced at the prince with interest and asked quietly:
"Boss..."

"You said this, if you hadn't known the news in advance."

"If my nephew gets hurt or..."

"Will you blame me for this?"

"Will you think it was really me who did it?"

Seemingly plain words.

However, the atmosphere in the entire pavilion suddenly became quiet. Zhu Gaochi, who had originally looked anxious, was stunned by the question and did not come back to his senses for a long time.

This went on for quite a while.

Zhu Gaochi narrowed his eyes, slowly raised his head and looked at Zhu Gaoxu who was staring at him with a smile. He stared at him for a moment, but did not respond directly to the matter. Instead, he changed the subject and threw the question back, asking:

"Second brother..."

"Then tell me, would you do something like this?"

Zhu Gaoxu was also startled when he heard this, then came to his senses in an instant and looked at him.

Not long after.

The two of them simultaneously withdrew their gazes from each other, and then burst into laughter one after another.

(End of this chapter)