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

In the 15th year of Hongwu in the unpredictable Ming Dynasty, the Prince of Jin's Mansion seemed calm on the surface, like a tranquil lake, but in fact there were turbulent undercurrents.

Various forces are like hungry wolves hiding in the darkness, coveting the power and wealth of the palace, and the open and covert struggles have never stopped for a moment.

The people in Prince Jin's Mansion are treacherous and intrigues are commonplace and occur frequently.

Qiaoyu was just a servant of extremely lowly status in this palace.

In this complex and dangerous environment, every step is taken cautiously and with difficulty.

She had witnessed her companions being maliciously framed; their helpless eyes and miserable cries still often echoed in her mind.

Qiaoyu herself was in danger many times and almost lost her life every time.

Those nightmare-like experiences weighed on her heart like a heavy stone.

It was also like a heavy hammer, hitting Qiaoyu's heart hard.

This also made her deeply aware that in this cruel and ruthless world, only by having the ability to protect herself can she survive in the cracks of this palace.

Everyday when she heard Xie Yuer talk with great excitement about the bravery of the palace guards, Qiaoyu paid special attention to martial arts.

She secretly made up her mind to change her miserable fate of being at the mercy of others and no longer be a fish on the chopping board.

On this day, an uninvited guest came to Prince Jin’s mansion—Song Yanzhang.

When this person heard that the training results of the palace guard battalion were remarkable and that it was spreading like miraculous things among the people, he immediately became as curious as a cat's claws.

So he shamelessly asked to follow Wang Chengyi to the training ground to find out what was going on, wanting to see with his own eyes the real capabilities of this guard battalion.

At this moment, Qiaoyu saw that Wang Chengyi was agile and had superb martial arts skills, and each of his moves was powerful.

She also heard that the guard battalion was well-trained and had strict discipline.

Qiaoyu could no longer suppress the burning desire in her heart, as if a fire was leaping in her chest.

After Song Yanzhang made the request, Qiaoyu stepped forward without hesitation.

She took a deep breath, tried to keep her voice calm, and shouted clearly and firmly to Zhu Gang who had just walked into the reception room: "Your Highness, I want to learn martial arts from Attendant Wang, please allow me to do so!
I don't want to be bullied anymore, and I also want to be able to protect Your Highness and help him solve his problems one day!"

There was a stubbornness in his eyes that refused to admit defeat, as if he was declaring his resistance to this unfair fate.

Zhu Gang, dressed in a gorgeous brocade robe and wearing a jade crown, has eyes as sharp as an eagle.

He slowly glanced at the crowd, raised his eyebrows slightly, and spoke in a low and authoritative voice.

With an unquestionable aura, he demonstrated his identity and majesty as King of Jin.

"Hey, I came at a bad time? I heard you guys were planning to go to the training ground?"

Song Yanzhang hurriedly turned around and bowed respectfully, with a flattering smile on his face, that smile seemed to be dripping with honey.

He explained with a smile: "I have heard that the training results of the Guard Battalion are outstanding. I am so curious that I am scratching my head like an ant on a hot pot.

I just wanted to follow the king's attendant to broaden my horizons. I hope Your Highness will forgive me.

I have always heard about the affairs of this guard camp.

If I could see it with my own eyes today, it would be a blessing for me to have cultivated for eight lifetimes, and I would definitely keep it in mind."

Zhu Gang nodded slightly and waved his hand.

A faint smile appeared on his face, and that smile was like the warm sun in winter.

"No problem! We have been practicing this 'Dragon Abyss Force Shadow Army Formation' for three months. I want to see how they are doing and whether they have lived up to my expectations.

Attendant Wang, since General Song is interested, you can take us with you.

But before that, the matter of Qiaoyu has to be settled first.

Qiaoyu, do you really want to learn martial arts?

Practicing martial arts is no joke. It is hard and tiring, and requires extraordinary perseverance and determination. You have to think it through and don’t give up halfway.”

Although Zhu Gang's words were gentle, they revealed a kind of scrutiny and temptation, as if he was considering Qiao Yu's determination and courage.

Qiaoyu did not flinch, she straightened her body.

Then Qiaoyu looked at Zhu Gang firmly and said loudly: "Your Highness, I have made up my mind!

In this palace, I have seen too many dangers and suffered many injustices.

Those days were like groping in the dark, with no hope in sight.

I don't want to be a soft persimmon that can be bullied by others anymore!

I just want to protect myself and do my part for Your Highness, even if it means going through fire and water.

Please help me, Your Highness!"

Although Qiaoyu's voice was trembling a little, her firm belief was as unshakable as steel and could not be ignored.

Seeing this, Wang Chengyi took out a booklet from his arms, with a trace of helplessness and regret on his face.

He sighed slightly, "When the Wang family's ancestors created the 'Longyuan Jinying Gong', in addition to the sword and spear techniques passed down to their descendants, there was also a set of whip techniques that women could practice.

But time is merciless. Over time, the Wang family declined, fewer and fewer people practiced, and now only five incomplete moves are left.

If Madam is willing to learn, I will teach you everything I know without reservation.

However, this whip technique is incomplete. How powerful it can be depends on Madam's understanding. It may be difficult to achieve the desired effect."

His words carried a hint of regret for his family's decline, as well as a hint of pity for Qiaoyu.

Zhu Gang frowned slightly, a trace of thought flashed in his eyes, and he weighed the pros and cons in his mind.

Zhu Gang saw Qiaoyu's loyalty.

The situation in the palace is complicated now, like an intricate chess game. It is indeed a good thing to have one more person who can protect himself.

But can this incomplete whip technique really help Qiaoyu learn how to defend herself?

Wang Chengyi looked embarrassed and hesitated for a moment, but he mustered up the courage to say: "Your Highness, this 'Longyuan Jinying Whip' originally has a unique internal force operation method and body movement, which can make up for the shortcomings of the moves and make this whip method more powerful.

But with the decline of the Wang family, all these were lost.

Just like a kite with a broken string, it can never be found again.

Even if one could manage to master these five moves now, it would only be a superficial accomplishment.

With your talent, even if you practice hard, I'm afraid it will be difficult to achieve the desired effect, and it may even be a waste of effort, and in the end it will be for nothing."

His eyes revealed a hint of worry and helplessness. He was worried that he would not be able to fulfill Zhu Gang's request, and he also felt sorry for Qiao Yu's suffering in vain.

Zhu Gang narrowed his eyes slightly, was silent for a moment, and slowly said: "Attendant Wang, I understand your concerns.

Qiaoyu has been loyal to the palace for many years, and I don't want her to take risks in vain and do something that is uncertain.

However, the palace is now full of crises both inside and outside, and various forces are ready to make a move.

Like a poisonous snake lurking in the darkness, ready to strike at any time.

The remnants of the Northern Yuan Dynasty have been eyeing the border of our Ming Dynasty. The fighting on the Yunnan front is tense, and even the area around Shanxi is not peaceful.

Those who have evil intentions might attack the palace at any time.

She is a weak woman with no self-defense skills, so she is a hidden danger, which makes me worried. "

(End of this chapter)