The emperor’s edict to the Korean king Li Di:
I respectfully acknowledge
The destiny of heaven is to rule over all nations and bring prosperity to the world, and no one dares to disobey it. He will not come to enjoy it regardless of whether he is at home or abroad. He will reward Xiqing with the same kindness and courtesy. He has always been respectful to you in the country of Korea. Respect my imperial ancestor and admire my China. My dearest father, Li Hao, abides by the king's rules, is loyal and honorable, and leads the king's army to defeat the captives. He can be called a loyal and virtuous man.
Today, you have betrayed your alliance and goodwill, betrayed China's deep kindness, forgotten the civilized etiquette, and led a mob to surround Yizhou. What do you want to do? The small country has a sense of betrayal, and the heaven has a strategy to quell the chaos. Since I raised the army, the army has Wherever the front points, the strong captives will be crowned; where the spear points, Yan and Huang are majestic. Across the desert north and south, in the eastern and western regions, don't compete with them. The imperial power is mighty, why should you be afraid of a small country? However, I have pity on you, living in the east corner, everything is difficult. ; I have pity on you for a long time, but it is not easy; I have pity on you, I have been a vassal for three hundred years, and I have been diligent in the royal family. I can't bear to fight with each other, which harms the heaven and earth. Therefore, you repent.
Although the emperor's kindness is great, a small country should be obedient and obedient. You should be proud of your father, respect China, and respect etiquette to ensure peace. If you offend the dynasty and bother the heavenly soldiers, it will be too late! I have specially sent Ding, a doctor from the Ministry of Rites. Shi Ji was an envoy and went to your country to issue an edict.
The imperial edict says: Your ancestors established a kingdom overseas, granted titles to the lords, and maintained the vassal status for three hundred years. Over the past three hundred years, tributes have been paid continuously. It is passed down from your father, who abides by his ministers' duties, and is especially loyal. You should respect Heaven and be afraid of slander. If you are disobedient, you will always have a loyal and obedient heart, and you will enjoy the blessing of peace forever. If you are provocative, I will punish you. Your Majesty. That is why I decree.
Respect Heaven and Diligent People
December 26, the 10th year of Guangwu
Treasure
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Gyeongbokgung Palace in Hanyang, North Korea (later Seoul, Seoul), also known as "North Palace" because it is located in the north of the city, was the political center of the Joseon Dynasty.
The humble North Korea is very sincere in its ambition to do big things. The area and regulations of the palace strictly follow the vassal relationship with the Ming Dynasty, and it is a prince's palace regulated by the prince. All buildings dare not use yellow, but use blue colors to show their respect for the Ming Dynasty. Modesty; the square palace has four gates, the main gate Gwanghwamun in the south, Jianchun Gate in the east, Yingqiu Gate in the west, and Shenwu Gate in the north. Even the name of the palace has a strong Chinese style. From the word "Jingfu" in "The Gentleman for Ten Thousand Years, Jie Jingfu" in "The Book of Songs".
Ding Shiji, the imperial envoy of the Ming Dynasty and the doctor of the Ministry of Rites, stood majestically in front of the altar at the main entrance of Gyeongbokgung Palace, staring at the respectfully saluting King Yi Bi of Joseon.
Li Di is calm on the surface, but inside he is like an angry wave.
This edict has a stern tone. It is neither an "emperor's treasure" used for canonization and condolences; nor is it a "Guangyun treasure" used to reward ministers' work; rather, it is used to instruct ministers to "respect heaven and work hard for the people." ". As the king of North Korea who received Confucian education from an early age, Li Di was naturally clear about the differences. Especially the last sentence: "If you provoke a provocation, I will punish you", which made him sweat coldly after listening to it.
Li Di calmed down and said, "Please let the angel go to the hotel to rest first. Xiao Wang will hold a banquet tonight for the angel to receive the wind and wash away the dust."
"No need," Ding Shiji said coldly, "The mob from your country is still surrounding Yizhou. Your Majesty is very angry about this matter. I don't dare to eat this meal." After saying that, he shouted at Li Di
He handed over his hands and walked away.
In Gyeongbokgung Palace, Li Di held a meeting of important ministers with a livid face.
"Your Majesty, judging from the content of this edict, His Majesty Emperor Guangwu of the Ming Dynasty has become truly angry. That Majesty came out of a near-death battle. When the emperor is angry, millions of corpses will be laid down, and blood will be shed for thousands of miles. This must not be done.
"I have offended the Celestial Empire." Song Shilie, the leader of the political council, spoke first.
"According to the intention of the leader to discuss politics, are we going to give up the six northern towns that have been our two-hundred-year-old territory of Korea? When it comes to territorial issues, Korea has no way out! Your Majesty, I think the current situation is like two oxen against each other. Those who retreat will be defeated.
"No matter what the attitude of the Celestial Empire is, as long as we, North Korea, are firm and insist on not breaking the siege of Uiju, we will definitely be able to take back the six towns." Xu Ji, the Right Councilor, loudly refuted Song Siyeol.
He was Song Shilie's political enemy. At this time, he took up the banner of national justice, but he was so defeated that Song Shilie was speechless.
However, although Li Di is young, he has a very keen political mind. He knows that in politics, blood and courage are not enough, but also strength. Compared with the Ming Dynasty, North Korea's national power is extremely weak. A small country challenges a big country.
The skills must be mastered well, so that you can get benefits without really violating the bottom line of a big country and falling into hell.
He pondered without speaking or expressing his opinion.
Zuo Yizheng Jin Youming spoke, "I think we should put pressure on China and negotiate with China as soon as possible."
Li Di finally spoke, "Gu Ye wanted to negotiate with the Celestial Empire as soon as possible, but the Celestial Empire did not seem to have any intention of peace talks. Instead, it sent more troops to the six towns in the north. Zheng Taihe and Shen Liu told me that the Ming army has already arrived in the six towns in the north.
The number of troops has increased to 40,000. You have also seen the attitude of the angel just now. It was very tough. How could there be any intention of negotiating?"
Jin Youming lowered his tone: "The Rakshasa messenger Milevalov has been waiting outside Gyeongbokgung Palace for a long time. He came on the order of the Rakshasa Yeniseisk warlord Bashkov."
"What, Zuo Yizheng, what are you talking about? What is a Rakshasa? They are the most cruel and vicious evil spirits and demons in the world. These barbarian dogs and sheep do not read poetry and books, do not understand etiquette, eat hair, drink blood, and cannibalize people to survive. We and I
How can North Korea, a country with thousands of splendid civilizations, associate with barbarians?" Song Siyeol, the leader of the Western People's Party, shouted loudly.
"Does Zuo Yizheng know that the Rakshasa demons once burned, killed and looted in North Korea? So many people were brutally massacred by the demons and beasts. If you want to invoke the Rakshasa people to fight against the Celestial Empire, it is tantamount to seeking the skin of a tiger. The conflict between Korea and the Celestial Dynasty is originally caused by brothers.
Wall, but Rakshasa ghosts and beasts are external insults. Is there any reason to betray the alliance of brothers and accept foreign aggression? Moreover, the national power of the Ming Dynasty is so powerful. If North Korea joins the Rakshasa to resist China, it will be a violation of His Majesty the Emperor Guangwu of the Ming Dynasty.
"I'm afraid that our country, North Korea, is in danger of subjugation," Xu Ji, the leader of the Southern People's Party, You Yin Zheng, also shouted.
The Westerners' Party and the Southerners' Party are two major factions in North Korea. They have criticized each other and have been fighting for decades. Unexpectedly, today they are surprisingly unanimous and refuse to join forces with the Rakshasa people to fight against China. It is no wonder that North Korea is influenced by Confucianism.
Extremely, both the Westerners’ Party and the Southerners’ Party have traditionally belonged to the Confucian Conservatism. They believe that Korea is the Zhengshuo of China and a civilized country. They fundamentally look down on the barbaric Rakshasa people and are naturally unwilling to form an alliance with the Rakshasa people.<
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"Your Majesty, what Zuo Yi said just now is absolutely not feasible. Please think again, Your Majesty." Ministers such as Jin Shouxing, Xu Mu, Yin Yin, etc. all knelt down and asked Li Di to think twice.
Seeing that the situation was not good, Jin Youming hurriedly knelt down and apologized: "I made a mistake for a moment, please punish me."
"Okay, okay, Zuo Yizheng also made a slip of the tongue. Let's not mention this matter again." Li Di waved his hand, "However, we have to hurry up on the negotiation with the Celestial Empire. This matter will be left to the Ling Yizheng and Zuo Yizheng Office."
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"I respectfully obey the king's order," Song Shilie and Jin Youming quickly accepted the order.
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