Twenty-five years of Hongwu, May. Nanjing, the first capital in the history of the Ming Dynasty, was raining at this time. It's been raining intermittently for almost a month. On this day, the beams of the capital were full of white flags, and the pedestrians on the road were all dressed in filial piety clothes, and the whole capital fell into a deep mourning.

In this year, the eldest son of the founding emperor Zhu Yuanzhang, Zhu Biao, died of illness. This prince was the hope of the entire Ming Dynasty. He was generous and upright, and often persuaded his father not to kill indiscriminately. Zhu Yuanzhang has been stubborn all his life and has killed countless people. Only two people dared to persuade him to kill less in front of him, and he could still get away with his whole body. One is his wife, Queen Ma, and the other is the crown prince Zhu Biao, who was brought up by Queen Ma.

People hope that the heir of the dynasty, the crown prince Zhu Biao, will be able to change the past era of killing excessively after ascending the throne and live with the people. Because this dynasty that has come out of war and slaughter is too tired.

At this time, Zhu Yuanzhang, who was sitting in the study of the Forbidden City, was like all fathers who lost their children in the world, enduring the pain of digging out his heart. For a whole day, he didn't listen to a word from anyone. All he knew was that his hopes had fallen. At this moment, this energetic emperor really looks like a decadent old man. The tiredness in his eyes broke free from his restraints once again, and clearly appeared on his face. And the last time I showed such exhaustion was when Queen Ma died.

There is still a person standing in the study, he is Liu Bowen, who is known as the first strategist of the Ming Dynasty. Liu Bowen stood with bated breath at this time, anxious in his heart. A bead of sweat slipped down his temple, but he didn't dare wipe it with his sleeve. Seeing that the emperor was delayed in answering his question, he seemed to have lost his soul, and sat silently in a daze. He had to raise his voice and ask again.

"Your Majesty, please put everything on the foundation. It's time for another crown prince. ”

Zhu Yuanzhang finally seemed to come back to his senses, and said lightly: "Let's make Yunwen the grandson." The Yun Wei he is talking about is Zhu Biao's son Zhu Yun Wen. I'm only fifteen years old this year. He was shrewd and kind from an early age, and was known for his generosity and elegance like his father.

Liu Bowen was very shocked by these words, and he hurriedly said: "Your Majesty, people often say, 'The country has a long monarch, and the society is blessed'. The emperor is smart and benevolent, but he is too young in the end. What's more, several princes are all dragons and phoenixes among people......"

Zhu Yuanzhang was so angry that he flicked his sleeves, and Liu Bowen didn't dare to say any more. Zhu Yuanzhang said: "Yun Wei is most like his father, and he will definitely get the support of the people." Not to mention that fifteen years old is not too young. I can still hold him up for a few more years. When I'm dead, he'll be able to take charge on his own. Zhu Yuanzhang has done many evil things in his life, but the only thing that makes him feel guilty is his wife Queen Ma. She didn't enjoy it when she was alive, and when she was dying, she persuaded him not to kill indiscriminately. The only thing Zhu Yuanzhang can make up for is to let her son inherit the throne and become the Ming Emperor. didn't expect that the heavens would not fulfill people's wishes, and Zhu Biao died earlier than himself. Now only by letting Zhu Biao's son Zhu Yunwen succeed to the throne can the pain in Zhu Yuanzhang's heart be eliminated.

Liu Bowen knew that once the next words were spoken, he might be killed. But for the sake of the country, he could only bite the bullet and say: "Your Majesty." You also know that in another ten years, there will be a celestial phase of 'Emperor Star Ectopic and Nine Dawn Radiance'. At this juncture, His Majesty wants to appoint a young grandson, in case something happens......"

The so-called celestial phenomenon of "the emperor star is ectopic and the nine rays are shining" is the conclusion reached by Liu Bowen from observing the stars day and night. It is said that in about ten years, the position of the emperor will change. The nine stars of Greedy Wolf, Jumen, Lucun, Wenqu, Lian Zhen, Wuqu, Pojun, Zuo Fu, and Right Bi, collectively known as "Jiuyao", shine abnormally, indicating that these nine stars will become mortals in ten years, and many capable martial artists will be active in the world. Set off a storm.

All these celestial phases show that it is possible that ten years later, there will be a capable person to assist the new emperor and seize the imperial power of the Ming Dynasty. And set up another capital in another place.

Zhu Yuanzhang was impatient to listen to his words, flicked his sleeves and said: "Emperor Xing, Emperor Star, I am Emperor Star!" I listened to your words, and I would have killed all the capable people in the entire Ming Dynasty. Who else can become an emperor?"

Liu Bowen sweated profusely when he said this. He still insisted: "Your Majesty, recently Weichen watched the stars at night and found another anomaly. The positions of Greedy Wolf Star and Wenqu Star are getting closer and closer. It will coincide in about ten years. This astrological sign has never been seen before. Even Weichen didn't know how to explain it, guessing that it might be that Greedy Wolf Star and Wenqu Star would turn into the same person. ”

Zhu Yuanzhang said angrily: "You have not looked at the sky less over the years. Say so much about what you have and don't, and I will deal with them one by one. I really don't know who is the real son of heaven in this Ming Dynasty. I can't confirm what you said. Today, I am going to change my life against the sky, and Zhu Yunwen is the grandson I recognize. I want to see what God can do!"

Liu Bowen's face was like ashes at this time, since Zhu Yuanzhang said such heavy words, he would definitely not change his mind. He finally said sadly: "Since Your Majesty has identified the Taisun, Weichen will definitely be shrouded in horse leather and bow down to serve the Ming Dynasty." ”

Zhu Yuanzhang put away his anger at this time and said to Liu Bowen: "I know that you have always been loyal. Don't worry, I've always taken what you said to heart. He stood up and took a few steps with his hands in his hands. He also said, "In the past few years, I have killed everything I can fight, and I have asked several sons to guard the Quartet for me. A hundred years later, even if someone is against him, there are a few uncles who stand up for Yun Wei. ”

What Liu Bowen thought in his heart was: I'm afraid that it is no one else who bullies Zhu Yunwen, or his good uncles. But these words never dared to be half a word in front of Zhu Yuanzhang. Otherwise, today next year will be his death day for Liu Bowen.

Zhu Yuanzhang said again: "As for what two stars coincide. Our soldiers will block, and the water will cover the earth. Even the Yuan Dynasty has been wiped out, who else can stop my Ming luck?" he said as he took out a piece of rice paper from a pile of paper rolls deep in the bookshelf, spread it out and spread it on the mahogany table. He beckoned to Liu Bowen and said, "Actually, I have already been prepared, you come and take a look at this." ”

Liu Bowen had the courage to look at this paper scroll, but he was taken aback. Unexpectedly, the emperor had already laid the groundwork and made such great preparations. He hurriedly bowed down and said, "The emperor Shengming, there is such a perfect plan. The Ming Dynasty will last forever for 10,000 years. ”

Zhu Yuanzhang pulled the corners of his mouth, but he couldn't laugh. "Hopefully," he said, "this hand will never be used." He sighed and asked Liu Bowen again: "You and I are not young anymore, I'm afraid we won't live for a few years." Even if such preparations are made, they need to be passed on by descendants. You say that in this Manchu dynasty, who is the most loyal and has the ability to assist the emperor? I will pass on this great secret to him. ”