Emperor Ming Dynasty

Chapter 347
The number of people who were persuaded to join for the first time, led by scholars, exceeded 3000 people.

Its scale is so large that it has rarely been seen in recent years.

The next day, civil and military officials began to gather together. Although there were not a few of the six ministers, but there were many servants and doctors, they gathered in front of the house one by one, and persuaded them to come in again.

This is the second persuasion.

Although the scale this time was not as good as the first time, its sensational effect exceeded that of the last time.

Officials, big and small, far surpass scholars in terms of status and reputation.

If it is the first time to persuade, its influence is limited to the city of Nanjing.

Then, the political influence this time has expanded from the court to the localities, and Suzhou, Hangzhou, Luzhou, Huizhou and other places have been affected by it.

The local civil and military officials responded extremely quickly, and they kept submitting memorials, lest they be left behind.

"Is this the city of Nanjing?"

At this time, at the pier, a low-key and luxurious carriage slowly drove into Nanjing City.

And protecting it is King Yu's personal guard camp.

Thirteen is of course responsible for this.

Opening a corner of the curtain, a big square and round face was revealed, full of surprise.

"Your Highness, it's better to pay attention!"

Shisan took a look at him and said softly, "But today is nothing to see. After a few days, you can play to your heart's content."

King Yi showed a look of regret, and immediately put down the curtain of the car, turned around and came to the other side.

The bustling crowd, the wide streets, and the tall and majestic Nanjing City Wall all made him extremely excited.

Born for decades, he has been imprisoned in Jianchang Mansion, and came to Nanjing for the first time when he traveled far.
It was like looking at flowers. After observing for a long time, King Yi finally satisfied his interest. He came to the other side and asked quietly:
"This general, where is the widow going?"

"Go where you need to go!"

Thirteen said helplessly.

King Yi was so frightened that his face turned pale, and he immediately hid in the carriage without asking any more questions.

As the wheels kept turning, he came to a large mansion in a blink of an eye.

It is well guarded, with high walls and large doors, which is impressive.

Three steps, one guard, five steps, one post.

King Yi's heart twitched, and he got out of the carriage tremblingly.

Immediately, he was welcomed in very friendly, and the maids and servants he brought with him were also allowed to enter.

It made him feel better.

"Your Highness, this house is spacious, and there is a small courtyard for you. You don't have to worry about eating and drinking, as they will be delivered to your door."

Thirteen smiled and introduced, and soon it was as if they had been sent to an exquisite small courtyard.

There are five or six rooms, and the flowers and plants are well-groomed. Although small, they are very comfortable.

"The widow has never lived in such a small place."

King Yi searched with his eyes and sighed.

This is not Versailles, but a sigh from the heart.

Isn't it an experience for him?
Soon, the maids and eunuchs were in place, providing food and drinking utensils, filling the entire small courtyard to the brim.

After a while, a young man wearing a royal robe came from the next door, followed by an old man, also wearing a royal robe, just a county king.

"Dare to ask, but is it King Yi?"

"Exactly!" King Yi was stunned, and immediately came out to greet him, seeing the two of them hurriedly cupped his hands: "Which younger brother are you two?"

"According to seniority, I am your Uncle Wang!"

Zhu Cunji's face was full of smiles, quite proud.

"This is King Qin of Xi'an in person!"

King Yongshou on the side hurriedly introduced.

"So it's Uncle Qin!" King Yi didn't dare to neglect, and hurriedly cupped his hands in salute.

For a while, I got a little excited.

It's not his fault.

It is really the rule of the Ming Dynasty, unless it is the prince or county king of the same branch, other vassal kings will almost never see each other for the rest of their lives.

"Yi Fan has worked hard."

In the tone of an elder, King Qin was extremely proud:

"As for the other courtyards, there are King Rui, King Jing, King Chu, and King Xiang. You just came, so let's go and pay a visit together."

"As it should be!"

King Yi had no choice but to agree.

King Xiang, King Jing, and King Chu were all granted by Emperor Hongguang to the princes and county kings who fled to Jiujiang after he ascended the throne.

The three vassal kings of Huguang have also lived in Jiujiang all the time, which can be regarded as a kind of hostage to King Yu.
However, after the surprise attack on Jiujiang, the three princes also became trophies and lived in Xiangyang.

Now, he was invited to Nanjing City again.

King Yi went with King Qin and came to a larger courtyard.

I saw seven or eight princes and county kings sitting, chatting and drinking tea, looking quite leisurely.

And the one who sits high on the throne is the king of Chu, Zhu Huabi.

He was the younger brother of Zhu Huakui, the last king of Chu, who was originally the king of Xuanhua, and his family went all the way to the Yangtze River.Now he is the king of Chu.

Although he is the tenth king of Chu, he is not only older, more than 70 years old, but also has a very high seniority, being the grandfather of King Yu.

In other words, King Qin is a great-grandfather, and King Yi is a great-grandfather, four generations older.

Holding his nose, King Yi saluted one by one.

The kings also returned the gift.

As for the county king, he doesn't even have the right to speak.

In front of Da Zong, Xiao Zong could only listen, but could not accept the gift, he had to avoid it in advance and return the gift.

The old King Chu was in poor health, he pointed at King Rui tremblingly and said:
"This time, let Rui Fan do the talking. He is younger and speaks fluently."

King Rui was more than 50 years old, and said with a smile: "Since Grandfather Wang is like this, I won't delay."

Everyone has no objection.

Not only was King Rui older, but he was also the son of Emperor Shenzong. Compared with these Shuzongs, his blood was very close.

More importantly, I heard that King Yu trusted him very much, and he was consulted on all affairs of the vassals. For all the vassals, this is the most important thing.

"Yi Fan!"

King Rui looked at the new King Yi, with a friendly face, as kind as the old man on the street:
"The matter of your supervising the country, the king of Yu said something, it was the local officials' attempt to win the merits of support, and you did it as a last resort."

"So it's not your fault."

Hearing this, King Yi heaved a sigh of relief, bent down, and his face was full of joy: "That's right, that's right, I was persecuted, forced——"

King Rui nodded, and didn't ask any questions about who forced you to wait, but said gently:
"Although King Yu is young, he is still tolerant towards the vassals. There is only one point. In order to avoid you being used again, so as not to cause a catastrophe, don't go back to Jianchang Mansion in the future."

"Yes, Xiao Wang knows."

King Yi felt uncomfortable, so he could only accept it.

Immediately, King Rui said a few words of comfort before getting to the point:

"King Yu regained Nanjing and supervised the country for several months. It was the time when he ascended the throne. As the Zhu family, we have to express ourselves."

"This persuasion must be added—"

(End of this chapter)