Daming: Dad, you are really not good at governing the country

The candlelight in the hall flickered, and the light and shadows swayed on the walls.

Just like the thoughts of the people in this hall, they couldn't calm down for a long time.

Zhu Chong took a step forward and stood between Zhu Biao and Zhu Gang.

He first bowed slightly and respectfully, a gesture that showed his respect and humility.

Zhu Chong then slowly swept his eyes over the two of them one by one, looked around, and then said: "Brother, what you just said was all based on the overall situation of our Ming Dynasty.

The situation in the court is like an extremely sophisticated yet fragile chess game.

Every step, every movement of a chess piece, affects the entire body.

If there is any mistake, the consequences will be disastrous, so any action must be taken with extreme caution."

Zhu Chong paused for a moment, then looked at Zhu Gang and continued, "Third brother, I understand your thoughts.

You hope that our Ming Dynasty can use this steam engine to reach a higher level, just like Kunpeng soaring up to 90,000 miles with the help of the wind.

Third brother, your thoughts are sincere and all for the sake of our Ming Dynasty."

Zhu Chong's face was full of emotion, as if he was lost in memories of the past.

"The three of us brothers grew up together in this deep palace, receiving the careful instruction of the palace masters.

Every day when we study the classics, history, and miscellaneous works, our teachers give us many instructions to help us understand the greater interests of our country and our nation.

Over the years, we have always shared joys and sorrows.

We share happiness and hardships, so there is no need to explain our friendship.

But now that the matter is so difficult, I think we should stop arguing about it.

Fighting back and forth not only hurts the harmony between brothers, but also delays the important work."

Zhu Chong then spread his hands slightly and advised sincerely: "Why don't we work together, discuss countermeasures, and deal with this problem together.

Whether it is the development of the steam engine, the strange things about the ironclad ships that may be encountered in the future, or other things related to the destiny of the Ming Dynasty.

It would be better for us brothers to work together instead of arguing like this.

In our Ming Dynasty, the patriarchal system has always been used to maintain the unity of the royal family.

If we brothers work together, we will live up to our father's high expectations and ensure the eternal stability of the Ming Dynasty."

After hearing what Zhu Chong said, Zhu Biao frowned slightly.

He sighed softly, and there seemed to be a lot of helplessness in that sigh.

Zhu Biao then looked at Zhu Gang. Although his tone was a little softer, he still revealed the seriousness of an eldest brother.

"Third brother, your second brother is right.

This is a matter of great importance, and it is not the time for us to act on impulse.

Please tell me the plan in more detail so we can discuss it together.

We brothers should talk it out, it's all for the good of Ming Dynasty."

Seeing that his elder brother's attitude had softened, Zhu Gang hurriedly stepped forward and bowed.

His face was full of apology, and he quickly responded: "Brother, second brother, I was reckless.

I lost my temper just now and almost caused great trouble. I hope my elder and second brothers will forgive me.

I will tell you the plan in detail and we will discuss it together. We must make sure that this steam engine can be used by the Ming Dynasty."

After saying that, the three of them sat down around the table, the candlelight in the side hall still flickering.

But the tense atmosphere that seemed to be on the verge of breaking out gradually turned from argument to prudent planning for the future.

It seemed as if the future of the Ming Dynasty gradually became clear during this discussion, just like the blue sky appearing after the clouds have been cleared away.

At this moment, Zhu Gang couldn't help but feel a little regretful for his previous attitude.

He frowned slightly, his face full of self-blame, and thought to himself: "My impatient temper almost damaged the harmony between brothers. I shouldn't have done that." But in the next moment, his determination to manufacture the steam engine and help the Ming Dynasty become stronger became as firm as a rock.

He gritted his teeth, looked at Zhu Biao earnestly and said, "Brother, I understand your painstaking efforts towards me, but I really don't want to miss this great opportunity that may change the fate of the Ming Dynasty.

As a member of the royal family, we shoulder the important task of protecting the Ming Dynasty and making it prosperous.

Now this steam engine is the dawn of light. If I miss it, I will spend the rest of my life in regret!

Brother, please trust me for once. I will never let you down.

Our dynasty governs the world with benevolence and filial piety. I am doing this to show my loyalty and filial piety. I hope you will understand."

Zhu Biao looked at Zhu Gang's stubborn and resolute appearance, and his heart was filled with mixed feelings, as if a bottle of five flavors had been overturned, with anger, worry, emotion and other emotions intertwined together.

For a moment, Zhu Biao stood there in a daze, not saying a word for a long time.

After a long while, he let out a quiet sigh. The sigh sounded particularly heavy in this quiet side hall, filled with helplessness and complicated emotions.

It was as if Zhu Biao had already seen the thorny and bumpy journey ahead that he had to embark on, and his eyes were full of worry.

"Third brother, since you have made up your mind, I will not try to persuade you any further.

But you have to be very careful in what you do. This is no small matter. It concerns the destiny of the Ming Dynasty.

If you have any difficulties, tell your eldest brother in time and we brothers will share the responsibility.

This is a serious matter. Whether it is the development of the steam engine or the strange things about the ironclad ship, we have to be extremely cautious.

Our dynasty governs the country with rites and laws, and everything must be done in accordance with the rules.

Don't break the rules or lose your sense of proportion in your haste."

Upon hearing this, the tense expression on Zhu Gang's face eased a little, and his eyes were full of gratitude.

He quickly clasped his fists in salute, bowed even lower, and said respectfully, "Don't worry, big brother, I know what I'm doing and I won't act rashly.

I will be careful and do this properly.

Thank you for your understanding, brother!

Our dynasty values ​​brotherhood the most. Big brother is so generous. I will remember it in my heart and will not dare to disappoint you."

Zhu Chong watched as the tense atmosphere between the two men finally eased a little, and he secretly breathed a sigh of relief. His heart, which had been hanging in the air, finally settled down.

He placed his hands on their shoulders and glanced at their faces one by one.

His tone was calm and firm, revealing an unquestionable determination, and his words fully demonstrated the unity of the brothers.

“That’s all! That’s all!

In that case, I will follow you too. Let's work together as brothers and see if we can overcome this difficulty.

We must not let the hard work of the Ming Dynasty go to waste.

If the three of us join hands, we will surely carve out a smooth path for the Ming Dynasty!

Our dynasty attaches great importance to the foundation laid by our ancestors. As princes, we should do our best for the prosperity of the Ming Dynasty, so as not to let down the spirits of our ancestors in heaven."

The three of them looked at each other, and sparks seemed to fly where their eyes met.

They each saw determination in each other's eyes, as if the three brothers had already made a solemn vow to live and die together and overcome the difficulties together.

The future of Ming Dynasty's coastal defense will be rewritten with their determination and efforts.

It was like a magnificent painting, waiting for the three brothers to paint it.

However, Zhu Gang and others had never expected that this fierce debate would be like a huge rock thrown into the lake.

The ripples had quietly spread through various secret channels to the depths of the nine-story palace and reached the ears of Zhu Yuanzhang.

(End of this chapter)