Upon hearing Zhu Yuanzhang's words.
The remaining five brothers, including Zhu, all breathed sighs of relief.
For Zhu Yuanzhang, it was already a comfort that these remaining sons had not committed any acts so heinous they enraged heaven and humanity. For the five of them, it was likewise a blessing.
With Zhu Gui and the other two serving as warnings, they knew full well how ruthless Zhu Ying could be.
"Xiongying."
"How do you intend to deal with these five?" Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Zhu Ying and asked.
The five men looked on anxiously.
"They have not committed any grave offenses, and they have conducted themselves properly in their fiefdoms. The Prince of Jin has also rendered meritorious service by training troops at the frontier."
"Docking their salaries for one year will be enough."
After some thought, Zhu Ying answered in a deep voice.
Hearing this.
Zhu Yuanzhang secretly let out a breath, and the five men felt as though they had survived a calamity.
"Rest assured."
"I am not someone who abuses public power for private revenge."
"Everything will be handled according to the laws of the court."
"As long as you obey the law and conduct yourselves honestly, I can promise that none of you will lack wealth or honor." Zhu Ying said to the five men.
At those words!
The five did not respond.
But Zhu Yuanzhang gave a cold shout. "Did you hear him?"
"This son thanks Father Emperor for his great grace." The five immediately offered their thanks.
"Get out."
"I do not want to see you."
"You bunch of bastards." Zhu Yuanzhang waved his hand and berated them.
The five did not dare linger. They immediately rose to their feet and hurried away.
"You may withdraw for now as well."
Zhu Ying said to