Zhang Ning transformed into a nobleman of the Ming Dynasty and defied Zhu Yuanzhang in public in order to earn tens of billions as compensation. He suggested passing the throne to Zhu Di and predicted that the reduction of vassals would lead to chaos, which frightened the civil and military officials of the entire dynasty to death. Unexpectedly, instead of killing Lao Zhu, he felt that he was a loyal minister and his position as prince was secure.
