The Ming Dynasty: The most ruthless imperial grandson, Old Zhu begged me not to kill him.

Chapter 23 After eating pickled vegetables and tofu

"Grandma, eat some vegetables! And this too!"

"Grandma, pickled vegetables and tofu stew!"

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When it was lunchtime, Zhu Xiong Ying went straight to Empress Ma's Renshou Palace for lunch.

The name of this palace is indeed quite interesting. When it was being built, the draft name on the blueprints was intended to include the character '坤' (Kun).

The emperor's throne is located in the Qian position, and the empress's throne is located in the Kun position, which is consistent with the empress's status.

However, Empress Ma's health had been poor since giving birth. Zhu Yuanzhang, who loved his wife dearly, changed the palace name to "Renshou" (仁寿), which was meant to pray for her well-being.

The officials dared not say anything about the elderly couple's "willfulness".

After all, if you bring up the Empress's "benevolence and longevity," Zhu Yuanzhang would have no hesitation in cutting off your entire family.

Of course, Zhu Xiong Ying went to Renshou Palace for a meal because he had important business to attend to, and it was definitely not because he was greedy for Empress Ma's cooking skills.

"Xiongying, you should eat more."

"Look how skinny you are!"

Empress Ma, her eyes full of affection, placed a piece of meat on Zhu Xiong Ying's plate.

Although Zhuge Liang was no longer with her, Empress Ma still felt the warmth of family affection with her beloved grandson by her side.

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

Zhu Xiong Ying smiled and spoke, then stuffed her cheeks full.

The old man didn't really want much; all he wanted was for his children and grandchildren to be healthy and well. His greatest wish was for his grandson to be well-fed and full.

"Xiongying, what you did in the Fengtian Hall today was very good."

"Liu Bowen followed your imperial grandfather in conquering the country. He didn't suffer any injustices, but he certainly felt like he was walking on thin ice every day."

"Your imperial grandfather thought he was clever and was always on guard. Because of his position as the Censor-in-Chief, the civil and military officials always looked down on him."

"If we're talking about the official who had the hardest time in our Great Ming Dynasty, it would be Liu Bowen, the Imperial Censor."

Empress Ma put down her chopsticks, gently patted Zhu Xiong Ying's hand, and spoke in a gentle tone.

In truth, how could she not feel guilty towards this Mr. Qingtian?

The original five-year agreement was intended to have Liu Bowen help Zhu Yuanzhang stabilize the official atmosphere and rectify the court.

As a result, with such a live target, Zhu Yuanzhang used him in a very bold and unrestrained manner, making Liu Bowen feel like he was caught in the middle.

"Hehe, Grandmother, I thought you were going to talk about how I spanked the officials today!"

"My grandson is prepared to be punished by not eating meat at noon today."

Zhu Xiong Ying chuckled and spoke with a cunning air.

Upon hearing this, Empress Ma smiled and patted Zhu Xiong Ying's hand, then rubbed it with some regret: "Grandma knows, our Xiong Ying is the most sensible. She also sent Yu'er to ask the imperial physician. Most of them are just flesh wounds, and they will recover after lying in bed for two or three days."

"And you little rascal, are you trying to shut your grandma up with your words?"

"If you make a mistake in the future, will you just think that you can get away with it by not eating meat?"

"This is the time when you're growing. If you make a mistake, you'll have to copy our Zhu family precepts a thousand times and the Ming Dynasty law a hundred times!"

Upon hearing these words, Zhu Xiong Ying's face immediately fell.

She really is the woman behind the Hongwu Emperor; she's too hard to fool!
His little worries were resolved in just a few words.

"Grandmother, today's incident has actually served as a reminder to your grandson!"

"I think my knowledge is still too shallow. Otherwise, I would have been able to see these clues last night, and I wouldn't have been attacked by the officials in court today!"

Zhu Xiong Ying sighed softly, looking 'self-reproachful'.

This sight piqued Empress Ma's interest! She knew this grandson well; not only was he intelligent from a young age, but he had never been outshone by anyone.

Even when Chongba was boasting about his "great achievements," this little grandson could jump onto the table, pat his chest, and recite: "To find truly remarkable figures, look to the present."

This one sentence was quite grand and imposing. Even Zhu Chongba hugged Zhu Xiong Ying and kissed him several times until he started yelling and screaming before letting go.

"I knew it, U.A., you've got something on your mind."

"Say what you want to say!"

"Knowledge has no limits, that's true. But Grandma simply doesn't believe that our Xiong Ying can be 'shallow'."

Empress Ma spoke with a smile, her tone subtly encouraging Zhu Xiong Ying to express his thoughts.

This is what their older generation thinks.

If our descendants do good deeds, then they should be rewarded!
How can you know if you did something right or wrong if you don't reward it?
After saying this, Zhu Xiong Ying felt a little embarrassed.

He never expected that his grandmother would dote on him so much.

"Grandma, U.A. wants to find a teacher!"

Of course, for Zhu Xiong Ying, feeling embarrassed was just a fleeting emotion.

He mustered up the courage to speak up; that's the true Crown Prince of our Great Ming Dynasty!
"teacher?"

"Huang Zicheng and Fang Xiaoru of Dabentang are both the most learned Confucian scholars in our Great Ming Dynasty."

"Aren't they good teachers?"

Upon hearing this, Empress Ma was slightly taken aback and quickly asked.

She placed great importance on the education of her children and grandchildren.

Especially Xiong Ying, they are the future of our Great Ming Dynasty!
Upon hearing this question, Zhu Xiong Ying's expression froze instantly.

Huang Zicheng and Fang Xiaoru can be called the two "heroes" of Jianwen, masters who can ruin a perfect hand!

Zhu Xiong Ying usually only had one way to deal with these two guys' classes: skip class!

There's nothing we can do about it; idiocy is truly contagious.

“Uh, Your Majesty, they are both truly great scholars, but they are more suitable for Yunwen.”

Zhu Xiong Ying spoke meaningfully.

Foolish brother, you should bear all of this yourself!

Upon hearing this, Empress Ma immediately burst into laughter.

She realized that her grandson truly disliked these two great scholars.

This is understandable, as these great Confucian scholars taught according to strict rules and regulations. Xiong Ying, who had shown intelligence since childhood, naturally looked down on them.

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Isn't this kind of 'following the rules' just delaying Zhu Xiong Ying's time?
"Grandma really cares about your studies."

"If that's the case, how about we hire a gentleman specifically for you?"

After much deliberation, Empress Ma decided to grant Zhu Xiong Ying's request.

Zhu Xiong Ying is now ten years old, a time when she should be on the right path.

If they develop a rebellious mentality because they dislike these two great Confucian scholars, the third generation of the Ming Dynasty will be completely ruined!
"My grandmother is still the best to me!"

Upon hearing Empress Ma's agreement, Zhu Xiong Ying nearly jumped up and immediately said:

"Then, Grandmother, Xiong'ai will have Liu Sanwu from Chaling as Xiong'ai's teacher!"

Upon hearing this, Empress Ma, who had been smiling, suddenly froze!
Liu Sanwu of Chaling?
During the three years of the founding of the Ming Dynasty, he refused Chongba's invitation to serve in the government nine times in a row!

Liu Sanwu, who was called "Old Stubborn Donkey" by Emperor Hongwu?
(End of this chapter)