Ming Dynasty: Evolution from snake to national guardian beast

Chapter 20 Prince Yan’s Mansion is at the end of its rope

Chapter 20 Prince Yan’s Mansion is at the end of its rope
"In order to save the people, my father almost emptied the Yan Palace."

"My mother's jewelry was all mortgaged by her."

"Prince Yan's Mansion is now at the end of its rope. We also intend to sell it at a low price, and we can also give it away for free for winter needs."

"But, Grandpa, we still have to live."

Zhu Gaoxu's voice is like a crying rooster, making people cry when they hear it.

When Zhu Yuanzhang saw this scene, his pupils shrank slightly, revealing a hint of horror.

Fourth child, do you really care about the common people in the world?

However, when Zhu Yuanzhang heard that Zhu Di's family was in such misery, he felt a pang of pain in his heart.

"I know about this. I will send someone to send thirty thousand taels of silver to your father later."

"However, the price of coal is still too high. Can it be lowered?"

"Saving one life is better than a seven-level pagoda. This kindness will be remembered by everyone in the world."

Zhu Yuanzhang also wanted to make more contributions to the people. Zhu Yuanzhang believed that it was only natural to serve the country and the people and not compete with the people for benefits.

Zhu Gaoxu remembered what Mr. Bai said, rolled his eyes secretly in his heart, and complained:

"Grandpa doesn't know something."

"Although our prices are a bit higher, they are not without reason."

"Common people, every time you buy ten pounds of coal, we will give you an iron stove as a gift."

"This stove is not only used for heating, but can also be used for cooking and boiling water."

"What the people want most is to have enough food and clothing. Now that we have coal and stoves, I think they will be very happy."

Zhu Yuanzhang cast his eyes on the stove again. When Zhu Yuanzhang saw the gray substance on the stove, he immediately understood that it was an iron plate.

Zhu Yuanzhang thought for a while, the cost of such a large stove must be high, so he gave up his obsession with reducing coal prices.

"This matter is settled. I will send someone to inform Lao Si and ask him to quickly prepare this batch of goods and then sell them."

"Sell it early and the people will suffer less."

Zhu Gaoxu was overjoyed and quickly thanked him.

Just as Zhu Yuanzhang was about to send Zhu Gaoxu back to the capital, the voice of a young eunuch came from outside the door.

"Your Majesty, there is urgent news."

Zhu Yuanzhang quickly announced the person in. When he saw Zhu Gaoxu, there was a hint of meaning in his eyes.

"Little monkey, you've been tired all the way, so just stay in Beijing for a few days."

Inside the Nuan Pavilion.

Zhu Yuanzhang was quite happy at first, but after receiving this secret letter, his face instantly turned blank.

The reason is simple: Jiang Wei wrote the letter in person.

Jiang Wei made inquiries in many places, and although he was not very familiar with Prince Yan's Mansion, he still understood everything in Xishan.

Therefore, Jiang Wei immediately reported the matter to Zhu Yuanzhang.

"Mr. Bai, building temples is a way to win over people's hearts?"

Zhu Yuanzhang kept mumbling words, all of which were said in the letter.

In Jiang Wei's petition, King Yan seemed to have become an ambitious prince. In order to achieve hegemony, he was even willing to sell his own property to win over the people.

In addition, Jiang Wei used the Dragon Temple as an excuse to accuse Zhu Di of deceiving the public and deceiving people with his evil words.

They even investigated Bai Chu's identity.

He definitely didn't know Bai Chu's identity, but Jiang Wei had already locked Mr. Bai.

In Jiang Wei's view, this Mr. Bai was evidence that Zhu Di had recruited a lot of staff and made briquettes for him.

To sum up, Jiang Wei wrote a letter to Zhu Yuanzhang, which was about one sentence, saying that King Yan still had the intention to rebel, and he recruited many followers to win over the people and confuse people's hearts.

He made a batch of briquettes but did not report it to the court, just to make money, hoard food, and plot evil.

It has to be said that Jiang Wei did a good job in spy work, but he never expected that the "briquettes" Zhu Di had just made would be sent directly to Zhu Yuanzhang.

Then, it is questionable whether Jiang Wei's secret letter is true or false. However, Zhu Yuanzhang finally kept Zhu Gaoxu because Zhu Yuanzhang was suspicious by nature and did not trust anyone, including his sons.

The only person he can trust is Queen Ma.

It's a pity that Queen Ma is no longer alive, and Zhu Yuanzhang can only become a loner in this life.

However, Zhu Yuanzhang was dubious about this letter. Zhu Di was able to send him the honeycomb charcoal and stove in such a short period of time, which shows that Zhu Di still respects his father.

Out of respect for himself as the emperor, Zhu Yuanzhang believed that Zhu Di would not rebel.

But as the saying goes, don’t be afraid of ten thousand, just be afraid of the eventuality.

Zhu Yuanzhang decided to put this matter aside for a while and wait until Zhu Di popularized briquettes and survived the winter.

"Pass on the imperial edict."

"Thirty thousand taels of silver from the treasury as a gift from King Yan."

Zhu Yuanzhang whispered to the eunuch beside him.

"Tell King Yan that I gave him this money. I hope he can treat the people well."

"Don't be so superficial, Zhu family. The most important thing is to win people's hearts. Let him think carefully."

The old eunuch bowed respectfully and then went to arrange the arrangements.

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at the empty Nuan Pavilion and murmured to himself:
"Fourth, what do you want to do?"

Prince Yan's Mansion.

Bai Chuzheng played chess with the old monk.

But even so, he could not be the opponent of the old monk.

Bai Chu's Baizi was originally a giant dragon, but it had been split in half by the old monk's sword.

The method of slaying a dragon is indeed worthy of its reputation.

"No need to stop, you know this move every time."

Bai Chu turned around on the chessboard with a frustrated look on his face.

"That's good."

"Mr. Bai's temperament was unstable, and I took advantage of him."

"If Mr. Bai can keep his composure, I will be no match for you."

Bai Chu glanced at Yao Guangxiao with some displeasure. He was over sixty years old, but he was still so energetic. He was worthy of cultivating his health.

Seeing Bai Chu's silence, the old monk took the initiative to speak:
"Mr. Bai, do you know that Prince Yan's Mansion has almost used up all its money?"

"Two days ago, the princess's jewelry was also auctioned?"

Bai Chu nodded calmly and said:

"Of course, this matter was also proposed by me."

Hearing this, the old monk was startled for a moment, then suddenly realized.

"In this case, we should send someone to spread the word."

Bai Chu frowned slightly and nodded.

"I just haven't found the right person yet."

The old monk stroked his beard and said with a smile:

"This matter is all on me."

"However, one thing I have here is that I have a lot of briquettes in reserve. I wonder when I can sell them?"

"Without money and food, we can't recruit more soldiers."

Bai Chu pondered for a moment and said: