Ten years of hard work off stage, three minutes on stage.
It also took the Ming army almost ten years to achieve its goal in one battle.
The line of red scarves passed down from Patriarch Peng to Chen and Han has come to a sad end today. Although Ming Yuzhen from Bashu still exists, it is estimated that no one will think that Ming Yuzhen can threaten Lao Zhu. After all, only one
Inviting sacrifices to Diaoyu City will win over the hearts of Shu. How many moves can Ming Yuzhen take?
Therefore, the Ming Dynasty's unification of the southern region has reached an unstoppable level, and other forces can only tremble and linger, waiting for the arrival of the Ming army at any time.
But Zhu Yuanzhang's heart was far from relaxed.
Ming Yuzhen, Zhang Shicheng, and Chen Youding, even if they were tied together, they couldn't withstand Lao Zhu's Dragon Subduing Palm technique.
What really troubled Zhu Yuanzhang was Huguang and these newly occupied territories.
The people's livelihood is in ruins, the people have no clothes to wear, no food to eat, hungry people are everywhere, and the eyes are full of hungry people... If the people's livelihood in Huguang cannot be restored quickly, such a large land will become the ulcer of the Ming Dynasty, with constant blood loss and consumption of precious wealth and energy.
Therefore, immigration is imperative.
No one can stop Jiangxi from filling up Huguang.
The only difference is that if you use the right people, use reasonable methods, and prepare properly, the loss in this process will be smaller.
In addition to the big policy of immigration, there is also the need to deal with local powerful forces in Huguang. We need to remove these nails, implement land equalization, and establish local control.
These are the two moves that everyone can see, and they are also the two most important moves.
Luo Furen and Yao Guangxiao were jointly selected by Zhang Ximeng and Zhu Yuanzhang. With their abilities, they can be expected.
In addition, there are some things that may not seem so important, but are equally significant, and Zhu Yuanzhang must make the decision and Zhang Ximeng must provide the plan.
"Sir, Zou Pusheng and others hope to pardon the members of Peng's party and build a temple to worship Monk Peng in Wuchang." Lao Zhu muttered: "They really got an advantage, and they want to go further!"
Zhang Ximeng nodded. To be honest, he was sure that people like Monk Peng were also determined to resist Yuan Ting, so they naturally wanted to win people's hearts.
But as time went by, the old members of Peng Dang also made a lot of contributions, and gradually formed a force. They continued to speak for Peng Dang, and rubbed rouge and powder on Peng Yingyu's face, making Master Peng a success.
As an anti-Yuan hero, Zhu Yuanzhang seemed to have become a disciple of Monk Peng.
Obviously, this is a bit overwhelming and confusing.
"Lord, no matter which dynasty, people like Peng Dang will not be allowed to spread their influence wantonly... But taking action rashly now will inevitably disturb people's hearts and destroy the overall situation. If Zou Pusheng and others are allowed to suffer
If you are frightened and unwilling to cooperate and convince the old ministry, things will not go well... I would like to ask, can you issue a decree targeting all temples?"
"temple?"
"Yes! It means depriving all temple property and not allowing monks to farm and collect rent. Furthermore, existing monks must be assessed. Only those who pass the examination can perform services in the temple. Any other monks are fake and will be banned. Furthermore,
, we must make it clear to the yamen and schools in various places. What we are talking about is driving out the barbarians and restoring China. Anyone who talks about the birth of Maitreya and the rebirth of King Ming will be dealt with strictly!"
Zhu Yuanzhang pondered for a moment, then nodded quickly.
To be honest, it was precisely because of his background as a monk that Lao Zhu hated monks deeply. He knew very well what was going on with these people! Zhu Yuanzhang even thought about closing all temples and forcing monks and nuns to go home and farm.
However, after weighing several times, Zhu Yuanzhang did not issue an edict in the end. However, due to the deprivation of temple property, the monks' situation became more and more difficult. Many people had already left voluntarily, and the number of monks dropped sharply, with only twenty-three out of ten left.
And because after the equalization of land, the people had a strong trust in the court and were more willing to look for officials, preachers, and even school teachers when encountering problems, making the status of monks worse than before.
These are real situations that happened in Yingtian and other places, so Lao Zhu was more willing to go with the flow and complete it unknowingly.
But when we arrived in Huguang, this was a newly annexed territory, and it was in need of supreme strength to eradicate the dregs, cleanse the wind and thunder, and return a bright future to the people.
What is most needed at this time is clear measures that are clean, straightforward, and effective.
"Sir, how do you plan to take this exam?"
Zhang Ximeng smiled and said, "My lord, this kind of thing naturally depends on my lord's wishes. Whatever results you want, I will arrange what kind of exams you want."
Zhu Yuanzhang raised his eyebrows and suddenly said: "Sir, we want to make sure that there is not even one monk left in a hundred!"
Zhang Ximeng grinned bitterly, "You are still cruel!"
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"Lord, if that's the case, then you need to test basic cultural knowledge first, such as classics, arithmetic, astronomy, calendar, classics and history. In short, it's based on the imperial examination."
Zhu Yuanzhang couldn't help laughing, "Sir, if you can pass this exam, can't you just become an official? Why do you have to become a monk?"
Zhang Ximeng said with a smile: "My lord, you must allow some people to devote themselves to Buddha. After all, the imperial food is delicious and things are difficult to do. There are still some people who are willing to be free and easy."
"Then, just let it be?"
Zhang Ximeng said: "How can it be so easy! The next step is to test the Buddhist knowledge...the opinions of each sect and their learning experience, and then let them express them according to the strict eight-part essay. Everything is ready, and after passing the exam, there is still
Interview, test expression skills, wait until everything is in order, then issue an ultimatum."
After listening to Zhang Ximeng's description, Lao Zhu felt that it was pretty good and said happily: "It's true, I must devote myself to Buddha. We can't stop it. I must fulfill it!"
When this method was announced, everyone who saw it burst into tears. Speaking of ruthlessness, it was really the end for the monarch and his ministers.
How can a person become a monk according to this set of standards?
First of all, one must be proficient in knowledge and have a considerable level...at least one who can pass the imperial examination.
Then this person has to resist the temptation of becoming an official, work hard to study Buddhism, read widely, pass the exam, and obtain the qualification.
Logically speaking, these two steps have stopped 99% of people, so we can stop.
But don't worry, there are still interviews, and the ability to preach and explain the scriptures will also be tested... This way, it's no better than Xitian Jingqiu.
How many people can pass this year?
Three, five, or ten or eight?
Anyway, as long as the court is willing, they can spare no one... There is no way. After all, the monks of the Yuan Dynasty went too far. Not to mention the mess, every temple has become a local tyrant, so they must take a heavy blow.
Moreover, there are people like the White Lotus Sect who preach everywhere about the birth of Maitreya Buddha and the rebirth of King Ming. If you follow them, you will have a great bright world... These people exist all over the country.
If we continue to raise Peng Yingyu's height and build temples everywhere, the world will really be in chaos.
Presumably, Zou Pusheng and others would also give up and calm down, otherwise it would not be impossible for them to follow the Chen family to Goryeo.
All in all, this matter was arranged well, but what followed was a great event... that is, Tang He, commanding the Miao troops, came from Yuezhou and successfully joined forces with Zhu Yuanzhang.
The two people who had been separated for several years finally met.
"Chen Tanghe, pay your respects to the superior!"
Tang He ran quickly and fell to the ground with tears in his eyes.
Zhu Yuanzhang hurriedly helped him up, his eyes were red. He looked at Tanghe carefully, he was dark and thin, and the dough had a thick red sauce due to long-term exposure to the sun, which could not be melted.
Zhu Yuanzhang saw this and couldn't help but grab Tang He's arm and shake it hard. He was very excited and said, "Thank you for your hard work!"
Tang He sighed: "When I left, I was only the Duke of Wu, but now I am the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty... In a few years, there have been great changes. Our Ming Dynasty is prospering, which is really happy!"
Lao Zhu smiled and said: "We are here today only because of the hard work of everyone, especially you. It is not easy to persevere."
Zhu Yuanzhang turned to look at Zhang Ximeng and said, "Mr. Zhang, please tell me how to reward him?"
Zhang Ximeng came over with a smile. Tang He became even more excited when he saw Zhang Ximeng.
"Mr. Zhang, you are very different from a few years ago! To be honest, in the past few years, whenever I can't hold on, I like to read your articles and look for solutions to difficult problems. Almost all of us are
He is your student!"
Zhang Ximeng laughed and said: "It's over-praised, over-praised! If an idea wants to be put into practice, it cannot be separated from everyone's hard work. To be honest, it's not that I helped you, but that you helped me! We just teach each other!"
Tang He laughed, "Sir, you can still talk, and it makes people feel comfortable. It's just that I have tens of thousands of soldiers and horses under my command, mostly Miao tribesmen. There are very few Han soldiers. They are different from other soldiers and horses. How to arrange them is not yet
A sure way."
Zhang Ximeng said: "My lord and I have discussed this matter more than once. This group of soldiers under your command can be said to be made of steel, which is extraordinary. What I mean is to select a group of the best and become military trainers. I will make you
What they have tempered will be brought to the new recruits. In addition, the problem of the Miao soldiers will naturally be treated equally. After reorganization, the veterans will be dispersed to various places and let them serve as village officials and be responsible for accepting immigrants. What do you think?"