The fierce grandson of the Ming Dynasty

However, Li Jinglong's words and actions revealed a "down-and-out" demeanor.

Zhu Xiong Ying found it amusing but didn't expose it.

Even "acquaintances" like Chang Sheng and Xu Zengshou couldn't help but laugh.

It passed in a short while.

Zhu Xiong Ying turned around, looked at Tang He and the others, and said, "Grandpa Tang, let's talk to...this soldier for a bit. You all go ahead and do your work!"

He was well aware of the close relationship between the Duke of Cao's mansion and the imperial family.

Then I recalled the purpose of Li Wenzhong arranging for his eldest son to work under him two months ago.

Tang He cupped his hands in a respectful gesture and said with a smile, "Your Highness, please make yourself at home. We will wait inside the tent."

As soon as everyone left.

Only the cousins ​​remained.

Zhu Xiong Ying took a step forward, circled around twice, and saw the future "Great Ming War God," who appeared awkward and reserved.

The arrogant and high-spirited temperament of a few months ago has completely changed!

They couldn't help but marvel.

His uncle, Li Wenzhong, was indeed farsighted.

This second daughter went through a period of military service at the grassroots level, and she was completely transformed, shedding her frivolity and extravagance and becoming a real man!

"Alright, Brother Jinglong, everyone's gone, don't be so formal!"

Even though you're three layers tanned and have lost weight, how could we not recognize you?

Seeing the grandson of the emperor staring at him, as if trying to see something out of him.

Li Jinglong slowly raised his head, his face turning dark red. He chuckled dryly, cupped his hands, and said, "Greetings, Your Highness the Crown Prince!"

"I came here today with the Duke of Xin, never expecting to run into Your Highness..."

Zhu Xiong Ying patted Li's eldest brother's arm, her eyes sincere, and sighed, "Come to think of it, we are too!"

"When I first glimpsed Brother Jinglong, I didn't recognize him at first glance. I thought he was a general who had just come back from the battlefield!"

These words immediately struck Li Jinglong.

Back home, whether it was his father, Li Wenzhong, or other elders, they all said that he was too refined and lacked the martial spirit of a family of generals!

Did his foray into the military really have such a significant effect?

Thinking of this, Young Master Li's resentment dissipated, and he straightened his back...

Zhu Xiong Ying did not pay attention to these details.

He blinked, feigning ignorance, and asked, "Brother Jinglong, what brings you to Grandpa Tang's place?"

Li Jinglong remained silent for a moment, then honestly replied, "To be honest, Your Highness, this was my father's arrangement!"

"When he saw that I had read a few military books, I became arrogant and ignorant of basic military affairs, so he sent me to the Duke of Xin."

"In ordinary times, we eat, live, train, and work just like the other soldiers..."

"When I first arrived, I was a little resentful. But over time, I eventually adapted!"

"And based on personal experience, I know far more than I could learn from books!"

"And His Highness's words today have made me understand even more clearly the good intentions my father had..."

Zhu Xiong Ying listened quietly without interrupting.

Until Er Yatou finished speaking, she poured out all the secrets she had kept hidden for the past few months.

He then smiled and said, "If Uncle knew that Brother Jinglong had understood all this, he would surely be happy!"

"With Brother Jinglong's mastery of military strategy, as long as he is grounded in reality, practices and summarizes his experiences in the army, and humbly seeks advice... given time, he will surely become a pillar of the nation!"

"We also look forward to having Brother Jinglong accompany us to annihilate the Northern Barbarians, recover the northern deserts, and seal the Wolf Mountain!"

Such bold words, however, come from the heart.

We are not yet strong; when we are strong, things will change!

When the time comes, if we don't go to the grasslands, we can take his maternal uncle Lan Yu, his eldest maternal uncle Chang Mao, his fourth uncle Zhu Di, and others to find the Tartars, have a good fight, recover the desert and the Western Regions, and then destroy the Japanese pirates.

Conquer one great Ming Dynasty after another!

Why bother coming to this world?

As for Er Yatou Li Jinglong, his life trajectory has changed because of his appearance.

As long as you can recognize your own limitations and stay grounded...

One day, he might truly become the "Great Ming War God" who wins battles from afar!

Upon hearing this, Li Jinglong felt a surge of warmth in his heart, and his eyes became incredibly firm as he said, "This humble general will certainly not fail Your Highness's expectations!"

I gave Er Yatou a bowl of chicken soup.

Zhu Xiong Ying summoned Tang He and others again, and they went to the laborers' quarters.

Then look at the crowd who have signed and sealed the document.

One can't help but marvel at how high the literacy rate was in the Ming Dynasty!

All of this was made possible by Lao Zhu's emphasis on education!

For example, in the second year of the Hongwu reign, Emperor Zhu issued an edict to all prefectures and counties, clarifying the basic national policy that "the establishment of schools is the primary task of the country."

In the eighth year of the Hongwu reign, an imperial edict was issued ordering the establishment of community schools throughout the country, and inviting teachers and scholars to educate the children of the common people, thus establishing the community school system.

The regulations stipulated that a community school should be established for every fifty households, or one community.

It was even emphasized that if a child from a rural family did not attend school by the age of eight, his father or elder brother would be punished!

The curriculum was based on the Three Character Classic, the Hundred Family Surnames, and the Thousand Character Classic, with the Imperial Edict and the Great Ming Code as well as Confucian classics such as the Classic of Filial Piety and the Analects.

This was the first time in feudal history that the central government had promoted the establishment of a basic education system covering rural areas, and it predated the concept of modern compulsory education in the West by a full five hundred years!

Throughout history, the Ming Dynasty, spanning hundreds of years, was renowned for its emphasis on education, resulting in an exceptionally high literacy rate among its people.

Why did Lao Zhu do this?

Because he came from humble beginnings, with roots in a poor farming family, he understood the importance of education best and did not want to monopolize education in the hands of the gentry.

Before leaving the construction site.

Zhu Xiong Ying glanced at the laborers and said, "Grandpa Tang, the Dragon Boat Festival is in two days. Please make sure the soldiers and laborers here have a good diet. If they are short of money, they can come to the Eastern Palace..."

The father of Biao'er had already figured out how to get this money!

What's more, he had previously given Old Zhu many ideas on how to make money!

What's wrong with getting some money and food to improve the lives of the people?

Tang He replied solemnly, "Your Highness, rest assured, this old minister will certainly handle this matter well!"

After watching the eldest grandson of the emperor, he left in a carriage.

The upright and honest Wang Pu stroked his short beard and sighed, "To be honest, when I first met the eldest grandson of the emperor, I was struck by his profound virtue!"

"Meeting you again today, I am even more struck by your exceptional talent and compassion for the common people; this is true benevolence!"

Jian Yi nodded slightly, gazing into the distance, and said, "What my brother says is absolutely right!"

"Although His Highness is young, even today, when he went to the outskirts, he first took out the blueprints, then explained them to the site, and then instructed the laborers... everything was done practically!"

"The care shown by Li Xing further puts into practice the emperor's often-quoted saying, 'The people are the foundation of the state!'"

Deng Wenkeng and others were also deeply moved.

Tang He stood not far away, watching the group of young scholars and praising the grandson of the emperor.

He sighed as he thought of his good-for-nothing descendants.

But then he thought, it's better for his children to be rich and noble, or mediocre and unproductive, so that they can at least live a peaceful life!

……

That same afternoon.

The emperor's grandson discovered that the cowpox vaccine could prevent smallpox, and the news spread outside the palace.

For a time, the people of the capital were abuzz with discussion and full of praise!

In less than a month, the news spread throughout the country!

Everyone remembered one name: Zhu Xiong Ying, the eldest grandson of the Ming Emperor and the eldest son of the Crown Prince!