Liao Zhou's performance was quite strong. With Ming as his backing, it was difficult not to be strong.
Because he had the confidence to treat North Korea's civil and military officials and even the king so rudely.
But when the man heard this, he still spoke harshly.
"How could the Ming Dynasty, as the leader of Korea, force its vassals to do so?"
"If the Ming Dynasty acts like this, how can it convince the people? How can it convince the people of the world and have all the nations come to court?"
Hearing this, Liao Zhou sneered and continued.
"Then you have to be North Korea's vassal of the Ming Dynasty, right?"
"If I remember correctly, it has been almost thirty years since North Korea paid tribute to me during the Ming Dynasty!"
"The current suzerain state of North Korea is not the Ming Dynasty, but the Manchu Qing Dynasty!"
What Liao Zhou said was very serious.
King Yi Di of North Korea suddenly broke out in cold sweat on his forehead.
He was not afraid of Ming's threat to send troops to beat him, because he knew that it was unlikely that Ming would actually attack him.
After all, Ming Dynasty now has to focus its main energy on the battlefield in the Central Plains. It may not have the energy to go to war with North Korea until it solves the great enemy of the Manchu Qing Dynasty.
Furthermore, even if there was to be an attack, Ming Dynasty would not send troops to attack Korea until it severed tributary relations with North Korea and announced it to the world.
Therefore, although Li Di was worried about Liao Zhou's threat, he was not too afraid.
But Liao Zhou threatened that the Ming Dynasty would not recognize the status of the Korean vassal state, which was another matter.
Because, once the Ming Dynasty did not recognize the vassal relationship with North Korea, there was a high probability that it would really start conquering the country.
One is a threat and the other is a real fight, Li Chen can still tell the difference!
Before Liao Zhou could continue speaking, Li Di stood up and said.
"Li Jingan, shut up!"
"The Ming Dynasty is very friendly to me, Korea, and has the grace of Emperor Shenzong to rebuild it. Who allowed you to speak to the angel of the Ming Dynasty like this!"
"Now get out of Gyeongbokgung Palace for me!"
He directly scolded the North Korean official who stood up to confront Liao Zhou and acted very tough.
The moment Li Wei finished speaking, the North Korean court exploded, and countless people stood up and accused Li Jingan.
It can be seen that pro-Ming factions account for the absolute majority in North Korea's court!
North Korea has a high degree of Sinicization. In the eyes of many Koreans, they have the same culture and race as the Ming Dynasty.
Coupled with the Ming Dynasty's preferential treatment and kindness to North Korea, North Korea has a high degree of recognition of the Ming Dynasty!
On the contrary, most people in North Korea were dissatisfied with the Manchu Qing Dynasty, which invaded North Korea twice, fought as far as Seoul, and humiliated North Korea in every possible way.
But it’s actually quite easy to understand if you think about it!
If you are North Korea, one of you is a good big brother who is always kind to you and kind to you, and is willing to help you when you are in need.
One is a little hooligan who held you down and beat you twice for no reason, and also forced you to recognize him as the boss.
Who would you want to hang out with?
Is there still a choice?!
After Li Jingan was escorted out by the warriors who came to the palace, the voices of the North Korean civil and military officials' scoldings became softer.
King Li Di of North Korea then stood up again and said to Liao Zhou, the angel of the Kingdom of Heaven.
"What does the Ming Dynasty need from North Korea? Please ask the angels to tell you that everyone in North Korea will do their best to do it!"
Hearing this, Liao Zhou smiled slightly and said.
"Your Majesty has pity on the North Korean people, so naturally he will not make things difficult for North Korea!"
"I just plan to lease Jeju Island from North Korea to use it as an advance base for the Ming Dynasty to counterattack Liaodong."
"At most, when the time comes, North Korea will be needed to provide food and grass logistics for Jeju Island and Dandong City nearby!"
"When the time comes, if the Qing rebels in the north want to conquer North Korea, they will definitely not be able to bypass Dandong! The Great Tomorrow Soldiers from Jeju Island will naturally send troops to respond."
"Naturally, North Korea no longer needs to worry about the threat of the Qing army!"
When Li Di heard this, a surprised expression appeared on his face.
"Is this true?"
He thought that the Great Ming Dynasty would talk loudly about what kind of lion North Korea is.
Unexpectedly, this is it!
One Jeju Island, one Dandong City, and provide food and fodder logistics for the Ming Dynasty garrison, nothing more.
Moreover, Dandong City does not belong to North Korea in the first place.
For North Korea, it’s not a problem at all!
Strictly speaking, it is just a Jeju Island and some food and grass.
Little problem!
Jeju Island was originally used by the Joseon Dynasty to exile prisoners. Although it was not a completely deserted island, it was not much better.
Not to mention that what Ming Dynasty said was a lease, even if Jeju Island was simply given to Ming Dynasty, North Korea would not feel bad at all.
As for the logistics of food and fodder, that's not even a problem.
There is no shortage of food in North Korea. The reason why the people at the bottom are hungry is only because of the exploitation at the top.
Providing food, fodder and logistics to Ming's garrison would not put much pressure on North Korea!
Liao Zhou nodded and said.
"This statement was made by His Majesty himself, so it is naturally true."
"Is there anyone in this world who dares to pretend to preach orally?"
After hearing this, Li Di took a deep breath and then spoke.
"Please let the angel tell your Majesty that whenever your Majesty gives you any orders, all the people in Korea must obey them!"
"When I look back, I will take the atlas of Jeju Island's mountains and rivers and enshrine it to the angel!"
"I also ask the angel to tell your majesty that regarding Jeju Island, don't mention whether it is leased or not. Let us consider it as a gift from North Korea to your majesty. Let it be considered as a gift from North Korea to congratulate your majesty on regaining Nanjing and restoring the Ming Dynasty!"
"As for providing grain and grass logistics for the Ming garrison, that's not a problem at all!"
"Even if all of us in North Korea tighten our belts, we will still try our best to meet the needs of the Heavenly Soldiers of the Kingdom of Heaven!"
Li Di is still very good at being a good person.
In order for the Ming court to overturn the story of North Korea's rebellion against the Ming Dynasty and surrender to the Qing Dynasty, they donated Jeju Island without any hesitation and ceded it directly to the Ming Dynasty.
When Liao Zhou heard this, he nodded slightly.
"I will tell His Majesty the truth as the King said!"
After saying this, Liao Zhou's expression straightened up and he spoke directly.
"King Yi Bi of North Korea accepts the order!"
While speaking, Liao Zhou unfolded the imperial edict in his hand and prepared to recite it.
The moment he finished speaking, everyone in the Gyeongbokgung Palace, including the King of Joseon, the Crown Prince, the ministers on the left and right, the judge of the Six Dynasties, etc., all knelt down without saying a word.
And kowtowed to the imperial edict in Liao Zhou's hand!
North Korean King Li Di's voice trembled slightly with excitement as he spoke.
"I accept the order from King Li Di of North Korea!"
He probably guessed the content of this imperial edict, and naturally there is no need to say more about the excitement in his heart.
This imperial edict is most likely an imperial edict from the Ming Dynasty recognizing him as the king of Korea!
You must know that North Korea is a vassal, and the new king's enthronement requires the approval of the Ming Dynasty in order to be considered legitimate.
Otherwise, even if you are the king of the whiteboard, you will end up having trouble!