Chapter 7: The Zhu Di Family Living Together Across Three Generations

Zhu Di nodded pretentiously, looking at the imposing and upright Zhu Zhanji before him, feeling a thousandfold satisfaction; he truly was a fine grandson cultivated by his own hand.

In an instant, Zhu Gaochi's old face turned red, having made a rather amusing blunder.

Zhu Di, this is your son, grandson

Having tidied up his attire, he greeted Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Yunwen: "Zhu Gaochi has paid his respects to his grandfather."

Zhu Di felt that he had become quite assertive; even in the presence of Zhu Yuanzhang, he dared to claim that his actions in the Jingnan campaign were entirely justified. After all, he had nurtured two generations of outstanding emperors for the Ming dynasty

The great-grandson of Zhanji

Zhu Gaochi looked at Zhu Houzhao with great confusion, as it seemed that there was no such person among the previous emperors of the Ming dynasty

Zhu Houzhao jumped out again and turned to Zhu Gaochi and Zhu Zhanji to explain the reasons behind the matter

Zhu Yuanzhang was quite displeased; neither Zhu Di's son nor grandson came to pay their respects to him first. Did they not regard him, their founding emperor, at all?

I see now

Zhu Gaochi mustered his courage to ask

After all, he is the only emperor of the Ming Dynasty who was honored as "Ren Zong," leaving a lasting legacy throughout the ages. His every action and movement exudes a sense of grandeur and profound significance.

Zhu Yuanzhang glanced at Zhu Gaochi and his son Zhu Zhanji, and he was quite satisfied. Although Zhu Gaochi was somewhat overweight, the benevolent aura about him was something he greatly appreciated, believing that this was the demeanor that a descendant of the Ming royal family should possess

As for Zhu Zhanji, his beloved grandson, he cannot bear to scold him, after all, Zhu Zhanji is the one he has personally nurtured and taught

Since you are all descendants of Zhu Di, let us hear about your actions, so we can see what you have done to ruin the Ming Dynasty

Father, how have you come back to life again

To intimidate the eldest, Zhu Gaochi, to deceive the second, Zhu Gaoxu, with empty promises, and to lead the esteemed grandson, Zhu Zhanji, to the northern desert to display power; however, among Zhu Di's three great passions in life, intimidating the eldest, Zhu Gaochi, is his most skilled expertise

Zhu Di probably also guessed that in the world of Zhu Zhanji and Zhu Gaochi, he had already passed away, yet he insisted on putting some pressure on Zhu Gaochi

Zhu Gaochi's body was subconsciously trembling; the greatest enemy of their family had come to their door

As for Zhu Gaochi, he has consciously ignored it, being as round as a ball, not resembling him at all. And the books.

Welcome Emperor Hongxi of the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Gaochi, to the group chat

The son of the Xuande Emperor is the Zhengtong Emperor Zhu Qizhen, and the Jingtai Emperor Zhu Qiyu. His grandson is the Chenghua Emperor Zhu Jianshen, and his great-grandson is the Hongzhi Emperor Zhu Youzhang, who is the father of Zhu Houzhao. Naturally, the great-great-grandson is Zhu Houzhao.

father

hum

Zhu Zhanji respectfully bowed to Zhu Di. Although they came from different times and spaces, he held Zhu Di in great esteem. Without Zhu Di's tireless efforts in nurturing him, there would be no Xuande Emperor who elevated the Ming Dynasty to its peak of prosperity

This young man is

Congratulations to Lord Yongle, the three generations of the family have reunited

The Jianwen Emperor, as well as his grandfather.

Zhu Yuanzhang had a very favorable first impression of Zhu Gaochi, and even though he was the son of Zhu Di, he did not wish to make things difficult for him

Um

I have seen the Xuande Emperor

Zhu Gaochi and Zhu Zhanji looked at Zhu Di in front of them, unable to suppress their exclamations. Hadn't their father (grandfather) already passed away long ago? How could he suddenly appear here?

Two figures, one stout and one slender, appeared simultaneously. One of them was beaming with a smile, resembling a Maitreya Buddha, while the other stood tall and elegant, exuding a charming demeanor. It is hard to imagine that these are a father and son.

As for Zhu Zhanji, he is also quite fond of those who are heroic and imposing, possessing a remarkable presence. If all the emperors of the Ming Dynasty were such extraordinary talents, Zhu Di would not bother to hold a grudge over the matter of the Jingnan campaign.

Zhu Gaochi and Zhu Zhanji nodded slightly, feeling relieved. It turned out that they all came from different time and space, no wonder they could see Zhu Di again. At first, they thought they had encountered a ghost!

However, he is ultimately the Emperor Renzong of the Ming Dynasty, who laid the foundation for the benevolent and prosperous reign of Renzong. With exceptional character, he quickly realized that this Jianwen Emperor is not the same as that Jianwen Emperor, and this Taizu is also not the same as that Taizu, so he had nothing to fear.

The grandson extends his greetings to his grandfather

Zhu Yuanzhang's choice of Zhu Yunwen was nothing more than a big fool who had been completely deceived by Qi Tai and Huang Zicheng. As for his successor, Zhu Gaochi, although his health was poor, his abilities were beyond doubt. His excellent grandson perfectly combined all the strengths of both himself and Zhu Gaochi, possessing exceptional literary and military talents, as well as outstanding skills. He is undoubtedly a hundred or even a thousand times stronger than Zhu Yunwen.

I have seen the Jianwen Emperor

With his descendants by his side, Zhu Di's face was filled with pride. In his lifetime, he surpassed his father Zhu Yuanzhang, and perhaps the choice of the heir was indeed a matter of * maps * and * books *.

"No need for that, you are also the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty, there is no need to be so constrained by formalities"

Old Zhu spoke, expressing a desire to see if these rebellious children and grandchildren have any remarkable achievements, for as an emperor, one must always be engaged in action

How is it that you no longer recognize me

Zhu Houzhao was at a loss whether to laugh or cry, and said: "Emperor Hongxi, I am Zhu Houzhao, the Zhengde Emperor, the great-grandson of the Xuande Emperor, which makes me your great-great-grandson"

Why are you so eager for your father to die soon

Grandfather

"Yongle, we are all family, so why be so serious?"

In the eyes of the workaholic Lao Zhu, an emperor who does not accomplish anything is nothing but a waste, unworthy of being a descendant of his Hongwu Emperor.

Zhu Gaochi was also aware that his father did not favor him, but with Zhu Zhanji around, Zhu Di would likely not make things difficult for him

He stands tall and upright, exuding an extraordinary demeanor. The dragon-patterned embroidered spring knife at his waist further enhances his martial spirit, making him appear to embody the qualities of a great ruler of his time

Zhu Di's face twitched as he called his descendants from several generations later "little brother". Truly, you are Zhu Gaochi!

Zhu Gaochi was taken aback, not expecting that the valiant young man before him was actually a descendant of his own lineage. So, when he referred to Zhu Houzhao as "little brother," was that not the case

My son Zhu Gaochi sends his regards to his father

Zhu Di let out a cold snort, directing his spearhead at Zhu Gaochi, intending to intimidate this plump son; he was quite experienced in such matters

With a cold snort from Zhu Yuanzhang, Zhu Gaochi and Zhu Zhanji finally noticed the presence of Zhu Yuanzhang, Zhu Houzhao, and Zhu Yunwen

Zhu Houzhao, being the grandson of Zhu Zhanji, naturally did not know him. However, Zhu Yuanzhang recognized Zhu Yunwen at a glance, as well as Zhu Gaochi.

Zhu Yunwen could hardly be bothered with Zhu Gaochi. Ever since he learned that Zhu Di would rebel against him, he has held a strong disdain for Zhu Di's entire family

However, it is unfortunate that the Ming Dynasty had only one emperor, the Xuande Emperor, from its founding to its demise. The emperors that followed, including Zhu Houzhao, were all peculiar figures, and there was even one who brought shame upon himself, known as the "Door Emperor".

Furthermore, why have they appeared here?

In the presence of his great-grandfather, Zhu Houzhao's tone remained remarkably calm.

Zhu Zhanji could not help but glance sideways, scrutinizing Zhu Houzhao, wanting to see what this person, who claimed to be his great-grandson, truly looked like

Zhu Houzhao said with a smile, deliberately wanting to see Zhu Di's embarrassment