Chapter One, I am Wanli

The great emperor had a dream

Seeing the little girl run away, Zhu Yijun was taken aback. After all, he was the Crown Prince, soon to become the Emperor. Is this really how you treat me?

However, Zhu Yijun does not wish to fuss with Feng Bao at the moment. Smiling, he gets out of bed and helps Feng Bao up: "Da Ban, please get up quickly; the floor is quite cold. If I am well, you must not fall ill again. Da Ban, as you stay by my side, you must take good care of your health."

Although Zhu Yijun felt somewhat awkward inside, he still learned to speak like the original Zhu Yijun, saying: "I have caused concern for my mother, and it is the unfilial son who is at fault. Mother, please rest assured, I am fine. I just had a dream in which Father Emperor said he would bless me."

Is anyone outside?" Zhu Yijun shouted outside, "Come in, someone to attend to me.

"I am about to become the emperor?" A glimmer of joy flashed in Zhu Yijun's eyes. As someone who has traveled from the future, he is well aware of what the term 'emperor' represents.

Recalling the treatment he had received before, Zhu Yijun could not help but exclaim that not only were there people to assist him in putting on shoes, but even in dressing, which was truly befitting of a crown prince. Once his shoes were on, Zhu Yijun got out of bed and was just about to go outside to take a look when a voice announced, "The Empress has arrived"

Although I am currently the Crown Prince, I am about to ascend the throne and will soon become the new emperor of the Ming Dynasty, historically known as Emperor Wanli of the Ming Shenzong.

The meal will be ready soon, and the queen, the imperial concubine, and the crown prince will dine together, while the kitchen does not dare to be negligent.

In the imperial palace, a ten-year-old child sat up from his bed, slightly dazed as he shook his head and looked around in confusion. After a moment of hesitation, he said, "Am I in the Ming Dynasty now?"

Recalling Zhu Yijun's style, he shouted loudly towards the outside

As soon as the words were spoken, a eunuch rushed in from outside. He appeared to be around thirty years old, with a fair complexion and no beard, tall in stature, and looked at Zhu Yijun on the bed with a face full of joy, tears streaming down his face, which is known as weeping for joy.

The Emperor said that the Ming dynasty's realm will be entrusted to his son in the future, and he hopes that his son will not disappoint the ancestors of the Ming dynasty. Zhu Yijun said with a smile, "Moreover, the Emperor also mentioned that the ancestors of the Ming dynasty will bless it with favorable weather and abundant harvests."

The ten-year-old child was exhausted from being tossed around by a group of people, and instead of fainting, he fell asleep.

The imperial physician is quite considerate, directly providing himself with a heartfelt reason for his actions, claiming that he fainted from missing the Emperor, which is a purely filial act, one that could serve as a model for the world

Who am I? I am Zhu Yijun, the Crown Prince of the Ming Dynasty. My father is Emperor Zhu Zaihou of the Ming Dynasty. However, according to my memory, my father passed away a few days ago.

Zhu Yijun is acquainted with this eunuch, who is the renowned Feng Bao, his own companion Feng Da. He has followed him since childhood, and importantly, he has the deep trust of his mother, who is now the Empress Li, formerly known as Concubine Li.

This acting, Zhu Yijun sits on the bed, clicking his tongue in admiration. If future actors possess such acting skills as yours, would they still be criticized to the point of being utterly humiliated?

As Chen Cheng was receiving another memory within his mind, a gentle voice began to resonate in his ear

Before the meal, a child was brought over, who was none other than Zhu Yijun's younger brother, Zhu Yiliao, who had just turned four this year. The little fellow walked unsteadily, spoke in a babyish voice, and looked quite adorable. Upon seeing him, Zhu Yijun's eyes narrowed, and his smile grew even broader.

Feng Bao was moved to tears, but whether the emotion was genuine or feigned remains unknown

Zhu Yijun, seeing that nothing had happened, also let out a sigh of relief. After all, the original body had fainted due to excessive grief over the death of his father. Of course, this was the imperial physician's explanation; in reality, Zhu Yijun knew that the original body was simply exhausted

He is indeed hungry; originally, the previous owner had not eaten well these past few days, and after sleeping for a long time, it would be strange if he were not hungry

Li nodded repeatedly, saying, "Good, good, my son has grown up."

This is indeed a significant event

"Very well!" Lady Li nodded repeatedly, "Then you must listen to your father, the Emperor."

"Yes, Your Highness!" The two of them quickly responded and turned to run outside

Zhu Yijun was also aware that this individual would later collude with Zhang Juzheng to seize control of the court.

"Mother, I am hungry!" Zhu Yijun said, touching his stomach and speaking somewhat hesitantly

Then, two individuals walked in, to be precise, two elegantly dressed ladies in palace attire

Looking up, there is a girl about fifteen or sixteen years old, quite beautiful, with fair skin and a slender figure. She shyly gazes at Chen Cheng, her big eyes blinking, revealing a hint of surprise.

With someone going to prepare the meal, Zhu Yijun felt considerably more at ease. He then began to accompany Empress Chen and his mother, Lady Li, in conversation, offering some comforting words as a form of solace

Queen Chen stood by, also wiping her tears, her concern evident in her expression

Your Highness, have you awakened

The outfit worn by the queen is at the forefront, while the one beside it is that of the imperial concubine. Zhu Yijun knows that the queen's attire belongs to his father’s queen, Lady Chen, and the imperial concubine's attire belongs to his mother, Lady Li. Both of them appear anxious and rush directly to Zhu Yijun's side

Zhu Yijun did not decline, sitting on the bed, enjoying Feng Bao kneeling on the ground to put on his shoes for him

Upon hearing that Zhu Yijun was hungry, Li immediately instructed Feng Bao, who was standing nearby: "Feng Daban, have someone prepare food quickly, His Highness the Crown Prince is waiting here!" After saying this, she glanced at the maid Green Willow behind her: "You go with him too!"

"Son, you nearly scared your mother to death." Li did not hold back, embracing Zhu Yijun tightly in her arms, tears streaming down her face.

Your Highness, you have finally awakened, I was so worried for you!" Saying this, he prostrated on the ground and knocked his head, saying: "Thank you for the blessings of our ancestors

"Mother, please rest assured, I will definitely listen to Father. Father also said that I should take good care of Mother and you." At this point, Zhu Yijun patted his small chest and said, "I am sure I can do it"

Li quickly released her son and asked, "What did your father say?"

This young girl, Chen Cheng, knows that her maidservant behind the scenes is named Green Willow

As people of later generations, we are naturally familiar with the term "time travel"; however, when one truly travels back to ancient times, it can still be somewhat difficult to accept

For a moment, the atmosphere in the house was filled with maternal kindness and filial piety, which significantly improved the mood

Your Highness, you are truly exhausting this old servant. The ground is cold; allow me to assist you in putting on your shoes!" Feng Bao quickly got up from the ground, bent down to help Zhu Yijun sit down, and then took the shoes, respectfully putting them on Zhu Yijun.

Above millions, ruling a nation, how could Zhu Yijun not be excited

"Your Highness, I will go report to the Empress." Upon seeing that Zhu Yijun was fine, Lvyang turned and ran outside. The Crown Prince had awakened, and this was a significant matter that needed to be reported to the Empress immediately; this matter could not be delayed