[The story of how I wanted to wish Father a happy birthday but accidentally brought 300,000 troops]
Zhu Yuanzhang issued an order: “Third Son, return to the capital to report on your duties. You may bring only a hundred personal guards.”
Zhu Gang looked at the secret edict, tears in his eyes. “Father misses me. I must show him filial respect.”
So he immediately wrote letters to the Prince of Qin, the Prince of Yan, and the Prince of Ning.
“Brothers, the old man is lonely. Let’s bring our whole households and have a little reunion!”
Zhu Shuang, Prince of Qin: “I’m with you, Second Brother! The entire Xi’an Guard is mobilizing!”
Zhu Di, Prince of Yan: “I understand, Fourth Brother! The Three Guards of Yanshan will follow me south to serve the emperor!”
Zhu Quan, Prince of Ning: “The Three Guards of Duoyan are ready. Who dares stop me from kowtowing to Father?”
…
At the Hall of Supreme Harmony, Zhu Yuanzhang was still waiting to strip the princes of their fiefs.
A scout came rushing in. “Report! The princes stationed at the frontier have returned to wish you a happy birthday!”
Zhu Yuanzhang asked, “How many local specialties did they bring?”
The scout cried out, “They brought 300,000 elite troops! The vanguard has already crossed the Yellow River. They say they’re here to ask Your Majesty to abdicate and enjoy your retirement as the Retired Emperor!”
Zhu Yuanzhang: “??? Is this what they call a father’s love and filial piety?!”
I can see it, but it's a bit too pretentious.
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