Great Ming: The Crown Prince Is a Tough One

A palace coup from the start,

followed by the swift suppression of a group of outspoken officials.

In the era when Emperor Longqing's authority had waned and the Grand Secretariat held the reins of government,

Zhu Qing, as crown prince, gradually reclaimed power.

He lifted the ban on maritime trade, brought Gao Gong, also known as Gao Xinzheng, back into service, and entrusted Zhang Juzheng with important posts.

He implemented the Single Whip Reform across the land and ordered a new survey of its fields.

The powerful clans and gentry could reach out if they dared, but Zhu Qing would chop off their claws.

Hai Rui became a sharp sword in Zhu Qing's hand,

while Qi Jiguang became one of his household retainers.

Watch Zhu Qing turn the tide step by step, save the Great Ming from ruin, and make it the world's dominant power.

This novel and its characters are entirely fictional. Any resemblance is purely coincidental. Do not imitate.