The Legend of Zhengde

Plot Synopsis

Zhu Houzhao was an "urchin" emperor full of legendary colors like no other in Chinese history. He was extremely curious and had a rich imagination. He personally designed strange hats for the officials. Not content with the court life, he opened a "Food Street" in the capital city and appointed himself as the street chief. Less than two years after ascending the throne, he actually moved out of the Forbidden City and built a new residence named "Leopard House", where he trained tigers and leopards himself. He was passionate about combat. First, he bestowed upon himself the title of "Mighty General" Zhu Shou, then he conferred on himself the title of "Duke of Zhenguo", and finally he titled himself "Grand Tutor". So much so that a minister remonstrated with him, asking: Who on earth is the so-called Mighty General Zhu Shou? There is no such person. Forging an imperial edict is a crime punishable by death according to the law! He also invented winter and summer vacations.