Chapter 4, Vision

However, Your Highness, this is merely a suboptimal strategy. If we wish to make use of Zhu Ying, coercion is of no significance. Given his intelligence, should he harbor any ill intentions.

Why did he let him go

Hearing this, Zhu Ying smiled and said, "I am grateful to His Highness the Prince of Yan for granting me such an opportunity. Please convey my message back; I will be sure to prepare and arrive by tomorrow morning."

Upon seeing Zhu Ying approaching, I hurriedly walked up and said: "Young Master Zhu, His Highness has sent a message, asking you to prepare your belongings early and travel south to the capital for the memorial service."

However, the only one who can go now is the eldest. The second one’s character is well understood by Zhu Di; he is somewhat reckless and can easily cause trouble.

"Master, as it stands, we not only have not made a profit, but we may even incur losses," said a subordinate from Goryeo to Zhu Ying.

Upon hearing the phrase "preferring tranquility over activity," Zhu Di felt somewhat displeased, as the meaning was quite clear. How could he still be active in such a context

On the grassland, only wolves and eagles make a living; sheep are merely their prey

Zhu Di did not become angry because of this; he understood the meaning behind Yao Guangxiao's words

Zhu Ying walked into the courtyard, where a person dressed in the attire of the Yan Wang Mansion's guards was already waiting.

Now he is taking www.hetushu.com to the capital, and I fear this young man has many thoughts. This lad is very cautious, almost unlike a twenty-year-old, with not a trace of greed, purely knowing when to take advantage of a good situation

After some thought, Zhu Di said: "This Beiping has been suppressed by my great army. If he did not know, that would be one thing, but now that he knows, he no longer has the opportunity to escape."

However, Zhu Di was also quite helpless; his eldest son truly gained weight even from drinking water

The Mongolian man who spoke earlier began to speak

Moreover, due to insufficient food intake, it has resulted in an abnormal weakness of the body, and even the Imperial Medical Institute in the capital has no solution, only able to rely on long-term medication to suppress it

The saying goes, "Like father, like son." If one is a fierce tiger but gives birth to a sickly cat, how can Zhu Di possibly take a liking to that

In comparison, the legitimate second son, who is two years younger, has already demonstrated his valor at this moment, earning much favor from Zhu Di

In the eyes of this humble monk, Zhu Ying is nothing more than a wolf in sheep's clothing

Zhu Ying slightly frowned and said, "Come in"

Individuals like Zhu Ying are rare, having encountered no more than five such people in a lifetime. Regardless of their status or position, they are exceptional among humanity, and their brilliance cannot be obscured by the dust of the earth

Upon hearing this, Zhu Di responded with a question.

To Zhu Ying, Zhu Di felt as if he were dealing with a hedgehog, difficult to approach. Even the slightest disturbance would make Zhu Ying exceptionally alert.

Then let the leader give it a try. I will arrange for others to monitor closely in secret, ensuring that he does not escape

I do not think it is appropriate for the Crown Prince to go. After a moment's hesitation, Yao Guangxiao still spoke up.

Even the slightest mistake prompts thoughts of quickly distancing oneself. This prince had merely sent someone to test the waters, yet he was unwilling to accept even the snowflake salt that was brought along.

There was a time when Zhu Di imposed dietary restrictions on himself, but after a period, he found that it was of no use, as he continued to gain weight slowly.

The tone of the King of Yan was somewhat helpless, but when he spoke of Zhu Ying later on, it became somewhat stern

The prince prefers tranquility over activity, has a great love for reading, and possesses a gentle disposition. Earlier, I observed that Zhu Ying and the prince had a good rapport; it is likely that if the prince were to visit, it would be easier to persuade Zhu Ying.

After a brief moment of contemplation, Yao Guangxiao remarked: "This individual appears gentle and cultured, yet the fact that he can subdue so many wild Jurchens into submission indicates that he is by no means a weak scholar"

Host, you are truly remarkable; just after mentioning the Prince of Yan, a messenger has come to convey his message.

Upon hearing this, Zhu Ying let out a gentle sigh: "Indeed, it cannot be concealed from this Yao Guangxiao."

If they escape in the middle of the night, the soldiers at the city gate may not be able to stop them after all

However, now that there are precautions in place, everything is naturally different

This is not a discussion with you; it is an order. Return immediately and notify everyone. At three o'clock in the morning, gather the crowd for a strong departure.

First, there is obesity. At just fourteen years old, Zhu Gaochi has already become quite overweight. He is significantly plump.

The earlier speaker from Goryeo kept their lips tightly sealed and dared not speak again

"Arrange the personnel and pack the essentials. We will leave the city tonight," Zhu Ying instructed several subordinates in a room of a certain courtyard

They are certainly unprepared. We shall wait at ease for them to tire, making it exceedingly simple to exit the city

At this point, King Yan Zhu Di felt somewhat helpless. When Zhu Ying first appeared, accompanied by dozens of subordinates and particularly eye-catching, he had secretly sent someone to probe the situation.

"How could it be? Do you really think he would refuse?" Upon seeing this, King Yan Zhu Di could not help but ask.

Zhu Ying's existence is closely related to the struggle for the throne, leaving no room for any unexpected events

The guard nodded and then returned to report.

The guard received the order and left, but Yao Guangxiao revealed a pensive expression

At this moment, the employer is the most frightening.

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Thinking of going to the Beiping Prefecture Office the next day to obtain a travel permit from Zhu Ying, intending to slip away while he is still unaware.

Regarding the dozens of individuals under Zhu Ying, Zhu Di was certainly aware that the majority were wild Jurchens, fierce and valiant, with no fear of death

Given Zhu Ying's ferocity, if she truly refuses to go to the capital together and insists on fleeing, it would naturally be a case of losing more than gaining

If it were not for the fact that I happened to have business at the Beiping government office and ran into him, I fear this fellow would have dropped over a hundred jin of snowflake salt and vanished without a trace, never to return again

It is not due to laziness or a large appetite; these hold no significance in the presence of Zhu Di

After a guard entered, he immediately whispered, "Master, there is someone outside claiming to be a guard from the Yan Wang Mansion, saying he has a message from the Yan Wang for you."

Zhu Ying said in a low voice, her eyes slightly narrowed as she looked at the crowd, her tone carrying a chilling authority

Regarding future arrangements, it is rather unfavorable. Yao Guangxiao analyzed, stating that when it comes to understanding people, he can be considered a master. He has made a living through this skill and his expertise in literature.

Then what do you suggest we do to make him willingly accompany us to the capital? Earlier, I delayed his travel permit, and he must have already noticed it.

However, at that moment, there was a knock at the door outside the house

There is no need to get entangled in anything; gather the younger ones and simply break out of the city.

The "great prince" referred to by Yao Guangxiao naturally refers to Zhu Gaochi. However, Zhu Gaochi is currently only fifteen years old. Although he is the legitimate eldest son, he is not favored by Zhu Di at this time

Yao Guangxiao did not directly answer the words of Prince Yan Zhu Di; instead, he spoke in a manner that seemed somewhat unrelated to Zhu Di's question

As a prince who grew up in a military camp, it is naturally impossible for him to allow his son to be like this

I listened to the host; since the host has made arrangements, it certainly indicates that there are matters to attend to. Another Mongolian subordinate immediately agreed.

There is no need to think too much; we cannot get out. The King of Yan has already sent someone to convey the message, which means we are currently being monitored in secret

In less than two hours, Zhu Di's guards arrived. Zhu Ying dared to bet that this person believed it was Yao Guangxiao secretly instigating, as Zhu Di did not have such a quick reaction speed

Yao Guangxiao stated that the current Zhu Gaochi is fifteen years old and does not hold the title of crown prince. Before Zhu Yuanzhang bestows a title upon him, he cannot be referred to as the heir apparent