Zhu Ying: One Wants to Abdicate, the Other Doesn't Want the Throne! What an Incredible Father and Son!

"Your Highness."

Seeing Zhu Biao approach, Zhu Ying, who had been about to turn and leave the hall, stopped at once and called out.

"I said it already."

"Tonight, I shall have a proper drink with Lord Zhu."

"Wait a while, then come to Wenyuan Pavilion."

"Father and I will properly welcome Lord Zhu back tonight." Zhu Biao said with a smile.

"Then I shall respectfully accept." Zhu Ying replied with a smile.

"Alright. I will head to Wenyuan Pavilion first to make preparations. Do not leave the palace. Someone will lead Lord Zhu there later." Zhu Biao smiled, then swept his gaze across the gathered court officials. Without interrupting their desire to speak with Zhu Ying, he turned and headed directly out of the hall.

Once Zhu Biao had left.

"Marquis of Victory."

"I have long admired your name. Today, I have finally met you."

"I am Tang Duo, Minister of War."

Tang Duo was the first to step forward, a warm smile on his face.

"Greetings, Minister Tang."

Cradling the imperial decree and box in his arms, Zhu Ying clasped his hands in return.

The Minister of War oversaw military affairs. Naturally, this did not mean commanding troops directly, but matters such as recruitment, the deployment of military garrisons, and military supplies. Many matters would require dealing with him.

Zhu Ying would have no shortage of dealings with Tang Duo in the future.

"Haha."

"Marquis of Victory, you are too courteous."

"I have seen the Marquis of Victory's name countless times in military reports and have long wished to meet you. Seeing you today has truly broadened my horizons. The Marquis of Victory is indeed heroic and valiant, fully deserving of being Great Ming's Marquis of Victory." Tang Duo laughed heartily, his approval unmistakable.

"To receive Minister Tang's