After all, the letter of allegiance is worthless, so you can use it by changing its name!
But this does not prevent Zhu Hongyu from being happy, right?
Zhu Hongyu casually opened a letter of allegiance, flipped through it very casually, and casually asked Wang Ruxian beside him.
"How's it going? Have you counted how many letters of allegiance there are here?"
Wang Ruxian bowed slightly and just said with a smile.
"Reporting to your Majesty, there are a total of fifty-three letters of allegiance here. The gentry and wealthy people in many places are expressing their allegiance to the Ming Dynasty. Their attitude is very sincere."
After saying this, Wang Ruxian's tone paused, as if he remembered something, and he spoke.
"The most important of these letters of allegiance comes from Qufu, Shandong."
When Zhu Hongyu heard this, the smile on his face disappeared in just an instant.
All that's left is barely concealed disgust!
Zhu Hongyu sneered and said.
"hehe!"
"As expected of the Kong family who were born in the world, they are indeed rich in experience and their movements are really fast!"
The sarcasm and disgust in Zhu Hongyu's words can be heard by almost any individual.
Wang Ruxian naturally did the same, and he answered.
"Your Majesty, what should I do with these letters of allegiance? Do I, the Ming Dynasty, want to respond?"
What Wang Ruxian wanted to ask most was actually Zhu Hongyu's attitude towards the letter of allegiance sent by the Kong family.
Although he was also full of disdain and contempt for the Kong family!
But after all, it is the Kong family, descendants of saints, a family that has been inherited for thousands of years, and its influence on Shandong and even the whole world is needless to say.
After Zhu Hongyu pondered for a while, he spoke.
"Send a copy of the Kong family's letter of allegiance to the Qing court!"
"I want to see how the Qing court plans to deal with this young boy from the Kong family!"
When Wang Ruxian heard this, his face showed no expression, but his heart felt thumping.
Because he knew that Zhu Hongyu was not prepared to accept the surrender of the Kong family and wanted to settle the score with the Kong family.
Moreover, he is also prepared to borrow a knife to kill someone to settle the score!
"I will also send another letter to the Kong family!"
While talking, Zhu Hongyu dipped his pen in ink, spread out the rice paper, and typed four words.
"Shixiu surrenders!"
The four characters of "dragon flying and phoenix dancing" are full of sharpness.
That sharp edge almost comes off the page.
Now Zhu Hongyu has mastered the practice, and his calligraphy has gradually begun to reach a certain level.
Although it is not as good as those masters, it still has its own charm!
Zhu Hongyu dried the ink on the rice paper, then folded the paper, stuffed it into the envelope, and spoke very casually.
"Send this reply to the Kong family!"
Wang Ruxian looked at the scene in front of him, and the expression on his face changed slightly.
I couldn't help but open my mouth to admonish.
"Your Majesty, is there anything wrong with this... reply?"
Zhu Hongyu put down the brush and asked.
"What's wrong? What's wrong?"
Wang Ruxian said hesitantly.
"The Kong family are descendants of saints and have great influence on the world."
"If Your Majesty pushes the Kong family out like this, I'm afraid it will be harmful to our reputation."
The reason why the Kong family has such a high status is not because of how powerful the Kong family is, but because scholars all over the world recognize the status of the Kong family.
Zhu Hongyu has now offended the Kong family to death, and it will be difficult for Ming Dynasty to gain a foothold in the scholarly community in the future.
Although the Kong family is unable to cause any substantial harm to the Ming Dynasty!
But with its influence in Shilin, it is not a problem to disgust Ming Dynasty.
When Zhu Hongyu heard this, he just sneered and said.
"The foundation of our Ming Dynasty is our great contribution to the restoration of China by expelling the Tartars twice, to the common people, to the country, and to the clothing and culture of the Han family."
"This is not the recognition of the so-called scholars and the Confucius family who cultivated surrender in that generation!"
After Zhu Yuanzhang ascended the throne and proclaimed himself emperor, the reason why he was so aggrieved to invite the Kong family to join the court as Duke Yan was because the Ming Dynasty was not yet stable at that time.
It must be recognized by scholars all over the world, and it must be recognized by scholars all over the world that the Ming Dynasty is orthodox, so that the Ming Dynasty can truly gain a firm foothold.
In this way, the Kong family dared to show off their attitude in front of Zhu Yuanzhang and play the game of making three concessions!
But now it is no longer necessary!
The Ming Dynasty was founded more than 200 years ago, and its influence on the world has long been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.
Ming Dynasty is orthodox and does not need anyone to recognize it!
Even if the Kong family, and even if the entire Shilin family refuses to recognize it, it will not be able to change the Ming Dynasty's orthodox status in the hearts of people all over the world.
This is the legacy brought about by Emperor Taizu expelling the Tartars and restoring China, and the impact brought about by Zhu Hongyu's re-invasion of troops to restore China.
Ming Dynasty does not need anyone to acknowledge it!
The Ming Dynasty is the Ming Dynasty, and it is the orthodoxy of the world!
Therefore, Zhu Hongyu now looks down upon the Kong family.
The reason why he made concessions to the landlords and gentry was because Zhu Hongyu was facing an entire interest class.
There is no shame in making concessions to an entire class!
But why did the Kong family ask Zhu Hongyu to give in?
What are they?
Zhu Hongyu wants to attack the Kong family. If there is no actual stake in it, will anyone stand up to shoulder the pressure from Zhu Hongyu and speak for the Kong family?
Zhu Hongyu really didn’t think anyone could be so stupid!
Zhu Hongyu slowly exhaled a breath, looked at Wang Ruxian and said.
"Stop talking nonsense and just do what you're told!"
Seeing Zhu Hongyu's obviously impatient expression, Wang Ruxian did not dare to say anything more and just bowed and obeyed.
"I obey the order!"
After saying that, he bowed and left.
Zhu Hongyu continued to think about things. The thing he was most concerned about recently was the progress of the war in Huguang.
At this moment, someone outside asked to see him again.
"Your Majesty, General Wutuo has returned from Jiangbei and is seeking an audience outside the camp!"
Zhu Hongyu narrowed his eyes and said.
"Invite people in!"
Not long after, Wutuo was invited in from outside.
Wutuo knelt down in front of Zhu Hongyu with a pop, touched his forehead to the ground, and spoke.
"The general will pay homage to your Majesty. Long live your Majesty, long live, long live your Majesty!"
Zhu Hongyu gently lifted Wutuo who was kneeling in front of him and said in a warm voice.
"General Wutuo doesn't need to be polite!"
"Pingshen, give me a seat!"
Facing Zhu Hongyu's offer of a seat, Wu Tuo only carefully sat down with half of his buttocks, appearing a little reserved.
Zhu Hongyu ordered someone to serve tea, and then asked in a warm voice.
"Where is Feillancourt now?"
He said with a straight face and a serious tone.
"Reporting to Your Majesty, the traitor Fei Yanggu is currently being held outside the camp. If Your Majesty wants to see him, he can be brought in at any time!"
When Zhu Hongyu heard this, he narrowed his eyes and said.
"No need, he's just a prisoner. Why should I see him?"
"Order Jin Yiwei to take over Fei Yanggu and interrogate him. I want to know all the current trends of the Qing court."
"After the interrogation is over, send it to Xiaoling Mausoleum to worship heaven!"