Chapter 549: Is there something different about King Qin’s illness? Hear the words. Lin Che thought for a moment and suggested softly: "Your Majesty." "In order to better control Zhu Ping, we might as well set up the Liaodong Military Office in Liaodong and send a general who is loyal to the court to check each other with Zhu Ping and ensure the stability of Liaodong." Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and agreed with Lin Che's suggestion: "This suggestion is good. This choice will be left to the national preceptor. He must not only be capable, but also loyal and able to withstand any provocation from Zhu Cang." Lin Che nodded: "I will fully cooperate with His Majesty's decision and find a suitable candidate to cooperate with His Highness Zhu Feng to stabilize the land of Liaodong." At this time, the Taoist priest who had been silent spoke up: "Your Majesty, regarding Qin King Zhu Xiang, I hope your Majesty will reject his request to go to Liaodong." After hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang felt doubts in his heart. He had just discussed this issue with Lin Che and analyzed all aspects, but this guy put forward the opposite opinion. Zhu Yuanzhang thought for a moment and then sent the Taoist priest away. After the Taoist priest saluted, he turned around and left the imperial study. He knew that this was not the time for him to get involved. The emperor needed a completely private environment to solve the problem.

Only Zhu Yuanzhang and Lin Che were left in the imperial study room, and they were silent for a moment. Zhu Yuanzhang asked: "National Master, can you tell me why Li Mao suggested that I refuse the second son and go to Liaodong?" "Didn't we just discuss here that it would be safer to station Zhu Ping in Liaodong and send a capable general to check and balance him?" Zhu Yuanzhang was eager to understand the logic behind this. Lin Che took a deep breath. He knew that now was the time to tell Zhu Yuanzhang his concerns. "Your Majesty, Li Mao is worried that if Zhu Ping is allowed to go to Liaodong, this may actually weaken Ming's control in Liaodong." "Because Liaodong has always been the sphere of influence of the Northern Yuan Dynasty, if it controls the area too much, it may arouse the vigilance of the Northern Yuan Dynasty." "We have just set out to conquer the Beiyuan and Duoyan tribes. Although the Ming Dynasty won this battle, it also severely damaged our vitality. We are currently at a critical moment of recovering our national strength. The best choice is to stabilize our territory in the north and try to avoid Conflict with Bei Yuan again." Lin Che expressed what he understood about Li Mao's worries. Zhu Yuanzhang listened carefully. He agreed with Lin Che's analysis, but he still had some doubts of his own. "National Master, I understand Li Mao's concerns, but I still think it is a good decision to let the second son go to Liaodong." "We should strengthen our control over Liaodong to protect our Ming Dynasty's interests." Zhu Yuanzhang said firmly. Lin Che nodded and then said respectfully: "Your Majesty, I will convey your decision to the ministers in the court. However, we still have to pay full attention to Beiyuan's movements and make full preparations." The monarch and his ministers reached an agreement on King Qin's expedition. However, something unexpected happened to King Qin at this time. After going to court, Zhu Ping was exhausted physically and mentally, with the joy and busyness of the upcoming expedition to Liaodong. In the court, his father agreed to his request and decided to let him go to Liaodong. This made him extremely happy. However, as soon as he entered Prince Qin's Mansion, he suddenly felt dizzy and weak. A burning sensation spread throughout his body, and he couldn't help but take a breath of cold air. "What's wrong? Are you sick?" Zhu Fang realized that he was feeling unwell, and he quickly sat down to take a breather. He dismissed the servants who were waiting for him, and decided to ask his closest attendants to take care of him. Li An, the personal attendant, was very worried after hearing the news and hurriedly ran into the palace. When he saw Zhu Ping, who was sweating and pale, he was immediately flustered. Li An knelt on his knees: "Your Majesty, what's wrong with you?"

Zhu Xi smiled bitterly: "Li An, I'm afraid there's something wrong with my health. Please go to the palace for me and tell my father that I'm not feeling well. I'm afraid I won't be able to go on an expedition in the near future." There was a trace of helplessness in his voice. He didn't want to publicize his discomfort, let alone appear weak in front of his father. Li An nodded worriedly, determined to share Zhu Ping's worries: "My lord, your body is the most important thing. I will go to the palace to report it for you." "Father." While Li An was leaving, Zhu Ping thought to himself, "Please be accommodating and give me a few days of buffering time." Deep down in his heart, he hoped that his father could understand him and give him some time to adjust to his condition. The next day. In the imperial palace. Zhu Yuanzhang was wearing a dragon robe and sitting in the Jinluan Hall. The courtiers knelt respectfully, waiting for the emperor to speak. "I am telling you ministers today that because our second oldest King of Qin, Zhu Ping, is unwell and suffering from a serious illness, he will be unable to go to Liaodong for the time being. We are very sad." "However, although King Qin is ill, he has been considering the expedition to Liaodong and is concerned about the great cause of the country. We are very pleased. Now, the court needs all ministers to work together to promote the smooth progress of the expedition to Liaodong." Zhu Yuanzhang's words were full of praise. He knew that Zhu Ping was stubborn at a young age, but he also had an awareness of the country's grand plan. After hearing this, all the courtiers bowed their heads in agreement. However, Lin Che, who was standing in front of the hall, frowned slightly. As a national teacher, he has a deep understanding of the principles of Taoism. He has always maintained a calm and objective attitude towards royal family affairs. However, when he heard Zhu Yuanzhang's praise of Zhu Ping, he had a trace of doubt in his heart. Lin Che frowned slightly. He could faintly feel that a hidden force was secretly controlling everything. He knows too much about political conspiracies and maneuvers in history, and he knows that there are endless undercurrents hidden behind the seemingly peaceful court. The atmosphere in the hall fell into silence for a moment, and the courtiers were all whispering. They also noticed that Lin Che was extremely affectionate, and they began to be a little more suspicious of Zhu Ping's inability to go to Liaodong. At this moment, one of the courtiers couldn't help but said: "Master, do you think there is something different about King Qin's illness this time?" Lin Che raised her eyes and looked at the person who asked the question. He smiled slightly and said in a low and deep voice: "The world's affairs are unpredictable. The first thing to do is to judge the situation. Although the King of Qin is called a young man, he has not suffered any serious illness. I am afraid that this expedition to Liaodong will be a serious one." Someone’s clever arrangement.” When the courtiers heard Lin Che's doubts, their expressions changed, and they began to quietly speculate on what kind of conspiracy was hidden behind it. Another courtier couldn't help but say: "Is what the Imperial Master said true? But now that the matter has come to this, how should we deal with it?" Hearing this, Lin Che's eyes flashed with determination: "The imperial court must handle this matter carefully. We need to find out the truth behind the matter and find out the source of Qin King Zhu Ping's illness to prevent His Majesty from being deceived by clever tricks. Only in this way can we solve the problem. Risk, protect the Ming Dynasty's plan to conquer Liaodong without delay. " Upon hearing this, all the courtiers nodded in agreement. They knew the importance of treating this matter with suspicion. Only by knowing the truth of the matter can they distinguish right from wrong. (End of this chapter)