Ming Dynasty: Gain one supernatural power every day

Zhu Di and his entourage stepped through the teleportation portal, and the scene shifted, returning them from the still-smoke-filled Tumu Fortress to the Wuying Hall of the Yongle Dynasty.

It was still dark, but I figured it was getting late.

Zhu Gaoxi glanced around the hall and, seeing that everyone was still present, first opened the system panel to take a look.

Just now, when he was having a victory celebration banquet in Zhengtong Dynasty, the system reminded him to sign in, but he was busy dealing with Esen and his generals at the time and didn't have time to look at it carefully.

When you click on it now, the translucent pale gold panel appears deep within your consciousness.

Host: Zhu Gaoxi

Age: 18 (adjustable)

Number of check-in days: 17

Acquired supernatural powers: Power of Creation, Immortal Body, Sword Control, Gourmet Dining, Divine Craftsmanship, Rat Talisman Power, Light of Time, Myriad Manifestations Heavenly Book, Somersault Cloud, Gourd Heaven, Monkey Talisman Power, Beast Taming, Divine Ascension through National Fortune, Teleportation, Great Ming Pass, Fusion Technique

Fusion Technique

[Supernatural Power Effect: Allows the fusion of different characteristics of similar items.]

Zhu Gaoxi paused for a moment after reading the instructions.

This skill... is pretty impressive. After all, the shorter the description, the more powerful the skill.

If he can combine the different characteristics of the same type of things, wouldn't that mean he can combine the characteristics of high-yield and easy-to-grow crops like sweet potatoes and potatoes with those of other delicate crops?

How can we make high-yield crops resistant to cold, insects, and drought, while maintaining their original taste and yield?

If this can be achieved, the Ming Dynasty's food problem can be completely solved within five years.

No, three years, or even less.

He suddenly wondered, if plants can metabolize, what about animals?

If my second brother's tiger king were to merge with a golden eagle, it would grow wings under its ribs and soar over clouds for thousands of miles, truly becoming "like a tiger with wings."

The fusion of whale and eagle—isn't that the legendary Kunpeng? It can strike the water for three thousand miles and soar up ninety thousand miles.

A whole host of whimsical ideas flashed through his mind in an instant: if you merged monkeys and parrots, could you raise a group of talking spies?

But now is not the time to delve into the details. He regained his composure and looked at the crowd.

Everyone had just returned from the Zhengtong Court, and their faces were all weary.

No wonder, I didn't rest yesterday, I went to Tumubao to turn the tide, working non-stop for 24 hours, even a person of iron couldn't keep up.

Everyone was somewhat tired.

Zhu Gaoxu was even more dejected. He was already drunk, and now he looked like his bones had been removed, leaning limply against Zhu Gaochi.

Zhu Gaoxi glanced at everyone, then without a word, raised his hand and waved it. The power of creation, like a spring breeze and gentle rain, silently descended upon each person.

Zhu Gaoxu felt the clump of mush in his mind suddenly dissipate, and his whole body felt as if he had taken a hot bath, indescribably comfortable.

He suddenly looked up, his eyes shining like lanterns in the night: "Alright! I'm sober now! Fourth Brother is really something!"

"Finally awake." Zhu Gaosui rubbed his shoulders and said irritably, "Second brother, you were drunk the whole way here, so heavy, even harder to carry than eldest brother."

"Third brother, what did I do to offend you?" Zhu Gaochi also let out a long sigh.

Zhu Gaoxi smiled and said, "It's good that you all look refreshed. We're going on a tour of the various states today, so we can't go out with dark circles under our eyes."

Upon hearing the word "parade," Zhu Gaoxu's eyes lit up even more: "Yes, yes, yes! Let's go, let's go!"

Zhu Gaoxi was about to open the portal.

Zhu Gaochi hesitated before speaking, "Fourth brother, I really want to go on this tour of the states. But there are many affairs in court today. If I'm not there, there might be some urgent matters that could cause chaos."

Zhu Gaoxi nodded secretly. The eldest brother is indeed the eldest brother. He has the country in his heart, unlike the second brother who only thinks about the present and not the future.

He took out a handful of jade tokens and handed them over: "Brother, take these and distribute them to the assistants in your Crown Prince's residence. If there's an emergency, have them use the jade tokens to send a message. Even though we're outside, these jade tokens ensure that messages travel the same distance, so nothing will be delayed."

Zhu Gaochi took the jade pendant, touched its smooth surface, and hesitated, saying, "But I'm still a little worried..."

Zhu Gaosui chimed in, "Brother, don't you always say that you should trust those you employ and not employ those you don't trust? Aren't all those assistants in your Crown Prince's residence carefully selected? If they can't even handle this simple matter, what's the point of keeping them around?"

Zhu Gaochi was amused by his words: "Very well. Then let's go."

No sooner had he finished speaking than Zhu Gaosui approached Zhu Gaoxi with a smile on his face: "Fourth brother, well... I also have a lot to explain about the shipbuilding project."

"Look, could you also give me a few jade tokens? Otherwise, the officials in my workshops won't be able to find me when they need something, which will cause a lot of trouble."

Zhu Di glanced at him sideways and snorted, "What important matter is there for you at your shipbuilding site? Isn't it just that you're envious of your elder brother getting the jade token and want to show off with a couple? Do you think I can't see through you?"

Even with his thick skin, Zhu Gaosui couldn't help but feel embarrassed by his father's words, and hurriedly said, "Father, how could you think of your son like that! I've been living and working in the workshop these past few days, my legs are practically worn thin. Isn't it all to finish building the ship as soon as possible?"

"Once our Ming Dynasty's fleet is launched, won't it be much more convenient for Fourth Brother to conquer Japan and sail to the Western Ocean? I only asked for this jade token for official business."

Empress Xu covered her mouth and chuckled, "Third Prince's mouth is getting better and better at talking."

Zhu Gaoxu chimed in from the side, "That's right, third brother, I think you're just jealous that eldest brother got the jade token. Stop bringing up the fleet. If you want to show off, just say you're showing off."

Zhu Gaosui panicked: "Second brother! Don't wrongly accuse someone!"

Zhu Di glanced at him: "So I wronged you?"

Zhu Gaosui shrank back and dared not utter a sound.

Seeing this, Zhu Gaoxi smiled and smoothed things over: "Alright, alright, it was my carelessness. This jade pendant isn't anything rare. If Third Brother wants it, just take it. You have a lot going on at your workshop, so having a few extra will make it easier to keep in touch."

As he spoke, he took out another jade tablet and stuffed it into Zhu Gaosui's hand.

Zhu Gaosui immediately beamed with joy, carefully put the bag away, and repeatedly said, "Fourth Brother is so generous!"

Zhu Gaoxi glanced at the quiet Empress Xu beside him and asked softly, "Mother, what's wrong?"

Empress Xu looked up, smiling gently, but hesitated slightly: "Xi'er, would it be inappropriate for me to go on this tour of the states? After all, it might cause gossip if someone from the inner palace went on a long journey with the army."

Upon hearing this, Zhu Di immediately said, "What's inappropriate about it? You are the Empress Dowager of the Ming Dynasty and my Empress. If you don't go on my tour of the land with my sons, who will? Besides, we are all destined to become immortals in the future, so why should we be bound by these mortal rules?"

Zhu Gaochi also urged, "Mother, go. With you here, our family is complete."

Zhu Gaoxu was even more direct: "Mother, let's go. I'll see who dares to speak ill of you; I'll chop them down."

Zhu Gaosui also said, "That's right. Mother, this kind of opportunity won't come again if we miss it."

After being persuaded by everyone, Empress Xu's concerns dissipated, and she smiled, "Alright then. However, since Zhanji and I are both going, why not bring your wives along as well? Otherwise, it would seem awkward for me, an elder, to leave them at home."

Zhu Gaoxi slapped his forehead: "Mother is right! I was just thinking that. Sharing happiness is worse than enjoying it alone. Let's invite all the sisters-in-law and children."

Zhu Gaochi hesitated, "Fourth brother, Zhanji and the others are still young. Wouldn't it be inconvenient to take them out? Your wives also have children to take care of..."

Zhu Gaoxu, unusually serious for once, said, "Yes, Fourth Brother. It's not quite right to tour the countries with a bunch of babies."

Zhu Gaoxi waved his hand: "What's so difficult about that? My somersault cloud can easily carry not only a few more children, but even several thousand more. Besides, aren't the Marshal and I here? It's good for the children to broaden their horizons."

At this moment, Pigsy, who had been silent until now, suddenly spoke up: "Everyone, I, Old Pig, have a suggestion."

Everyone looked at him.

Pigsy grinned: "Since everyone is worried that bringing their families and children will be too conspicuous, I, Old Pig, can cast an invisibility spell on the Empress, the princesses, and the little princes."

"Outsiders can't see it, so there's no need for idle gossip. Once you're up in the clouds, you family members can continue as usual, without any disruption."

Empress Xu smiled and said, "The Marshal is indeed very thoughtful. Then I will trouble the Marshal."

Zhu Gaochi could no longer object and had no choice but to agree.

Upon hearing that Lady Wei and her two sons could also come, Zhu Gaoxu's mouth stretched to his ears: "Yes, yes, yes! Let Zhanhe and the others come too! That kid keeps nagging to ride a tiger, let him ride it to his heart's content this time!"

Zhu Gaosui also laughed: "Perfect timing, Yao Yao has been talking about Fourth Uncle these past few days, and today she can finally see him."

After everyone agreed, Zhu Gaoxi, Empress Xu, and the three brothers sent jade tokens to Zhang Yan, Lady Wei, and Lady Weng respectively.

The gist is: Today we will travel through the world on clouds. The whole family will go, including the children. Hurry up and pack, we'll meet at the palace later.