novelaction Chapter 927
Chapter 927
Hearing the answer given by Wei Wu, a relieved smile appeared on Zhu Yuanzhang's face.
That’s right, it’s flattery!
Getting promoted and getting rich are good things under normal circumstances, but for people like Wei Wu, it is not really a good thing.
Because he can do things that ordinary people cannot do, he can naturally accomplish great achievements that ordinary people cannot achieve.
Being a duke is a lifelong goal for others, but for Wei Wu it is just a position that has been destined for him.
Not only does he not need to be anxious, but he should take more time to calm down. Reaching this stage too early will do him more harm than good.
Just like what Wei Wu and Zhu Yuanzhang talked about just now, if one's achievements surpass those of his master and there is no more title to be given, it will end up in trouble.
Zhu Yuanzhang could see the disadvantages of conferring the title of Duke on Wei Wu at such a young age, and the old fox Li Shanchang could also see the disadvantages.
If it were someone else, Li Shanchang would definitely try his best to block his promotion, but for Wei Wu, it would be better to praise him than to step on him.
The higher you are praised and the more merits you have, the more likely you will be feared by the royal family in the future. When you fall from grace, you will be killed instantly.
After all, similar things have happened in history. Before Wang Mang usurped the Han Dynasty, he had made countless contributions and accumulated merits and reputation.
Of course, all this has not happened yet. We will know whether Li Shanchang will do this when the time comes.
Seeing the gratified smile on Zhu Yuanzhang's face, Wei Wu smiled back and then continued:
"Uncle Zhu, since this tremendous achievement is inevitable, let's just take this opportunity to directly promote him to Duke!"
"Since I'm going to be promoted anyway, I might as well do it beautifully, leaving no one in the world with anything to say, and at the same time, I can solve some hidden dangers."
After Wei Wu finished speaking, Zhu Yuanzhang pondered for a moment and then said:
"You mean to include all your other undisclosed achievements at once?"
"Yes."
Wei Wu nodded, and then continued:
"In addition to defeating the Japanese, he also contributed to the suppression of the White Lotus Sect and the development of firearms, electric motors, cement, and steam engines."
"Count all the merits that can be counted at this stage. Consume them all at once, and you won't have to count them in the future."
"I've thought about it for the future. As long as I'm about to make a contribution, I'll make a mistake. The merits and demerits will offset each other, and then no one will be able to say anything."
Wei Wu’s idea was very simple. He could tell everything directly in front of Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao without having to hide anything.
Even Old Zhu and Little Zhu can help him with advice on what mistakes to make and what level of improvement to make.
After these two generations of emperors, the development of the Ming Dynasty was almost on the right track and there was no need for him to keep an eye on it.
When Zhu Xiongying comes to power, he only needs to be a Duke and not interfere in anything.
By the time Zhu Xiongying's son takes office, he will be almost dead. This is enough for his life.
Zhu Yuanzhang also agreed with Wei Wu's decision to use up all his achievements at once.
"Okay, I'll do as you say from now on. Both I and your eldest brother will help you in this matter."
At this point, Zhu Yuanzhang suddenly thought of Zhu Biao's situation, so he spoke again:
"And as for your eldest brother, you provided the information about the artillery smuggling case, so the credit should go to you as well!"
After listening to what Zhu Yuanzhang said, Wei Wu immediately asked a question.
"How's the situation over there, brother?"
Zhu Yuanzhang did not hide anything and directly told Zhu Biao the situation.
"Biao'er has returned with news, saying that your Wuchang team is accompanying us, and the progress in Jindi is going very smoothly."
"It's just that we're still playing the long game. It'll take some time to catch them all, but it should be soon."
"He didn't go into detail about the specifics. When he comes back, we'll discuss how to give you the credit."
Wei Wu had no objection to Zhu Yuanzhang's arrangement. After all, he had already achieved a lot now.