Chapter 468: Assassinated by Constantly Changing Hands
The little farce between Zhu Yunxi and Zhu Mingyue soon reached Zhu Yuanzhang.
At this time, Zhu Yuanzhang was sitting in a small teahouse by the Qinhuai River, listening to the storyteller in the hall.
After hearing the news, he smiled and said to Dasun: "It seems that Yunxi has a relatively pure heart, but he has not seen much of the world."
"Probably because I have been in the palace for a long time, some of the worldly feelings are not so clear to me."
Zhu Ying nodded and said: "What grandpa said is that my grandson has always wanted Yunxi and Yunwen to come out and have some experience."
Zhu Yuanzhang nodded slightly and said, "As my eldest brother, I will arrange this matter myself."
In terms of his grandchildren, Zhu Yuanzhang actually doesn't have much time to pay attention to them, including before, that is, he paid more attention to Zhu Yunwen who was sitting next to him.
After the abolition of the power of the prime minister, the power was concentrated in the emperor alone, and the government affairs handled every day already consumed a lot of energy.
The sons already have a headache. There were not many sensible and obedient people in the past. The grandchildren can only pay attention to it occasionally.
This is also the helplessness of being an emperor.
In Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes, Youdao is an eldest brother like his father, and his eldest grandson is the eldest son, so he naturally has to shoulder the responsibility of educating his younger brothers.
At this time, Zhu Yunwen had been following Grandpa Huang and his eldest brother very quietly.
He was just a young man, so he naturally had some thoughts about the prosperity of the capital, but his special status and relationship made him choose not to leave alone.
Along the way, Grandpa Huang was chatting with his eldest brother about some arrangements, transfers, and preparations for many matters in the capital.
There are also reasons why Big Brother has made some recent rules.
This made him feel that he had benefited a lot from having grown up listening to Confucianism.
Zhu Yunwen himself is quite intelligent. Not to mention the talent of the top scholar, but he still has the ability to pass the Jinshi exam.
The more he listened to his eldest brother's story, the more Zhu Yunwen realized his own shortcomings. There was no comparison at all, and even Mo Hu didn't understand some key points.
I have already decided to find a chance to ask my elder brother later.
It may seem like a trivial matter in the capital, but in fact Zhu Yunwen knew very well that the conversation between the emperor's grandfather and his eldest brother was all about the strategy of governing the country.
Some topics also made Zhu Yunwen admire his eldest brother even more.
Not in terms of knowledge, but the eldest brother actually dared to 'confront' Grandpa Huang.
This really frightened Zhu Yunwen who was listening on the sidelines. He was so impressed.
You must know that when the eldest brother was on the road, he got into an argument with Grandpa Huang over some business matters.
Oh my god, arguing with Grandpa Huang is something Zhu Yunwen never dared to dream about.
In my memory, I only have the memory of my father, who once argued with Grandpa Huang over some matters, but was chased and beaten by Grandpa Huang with a stool leg.
But on the elder brother's side, he actually won.
Zhu Yunwen's eyes were full of brilliance.
The admiration of young people is so simple. At this moment, Zhu Yunwen didn't even know that he was about to become his elder brother's little fanboy.
It was at this time that the news about Zhu Yuanzhang's leaving the palace had reached the Japanese businessmen through Mr. Zhang.
The status of Japanese merchants in the capital is not high. Although the Ming Dynasty is currently fighting against the Japanese, it does not mean that it is targeting all Japanese.
Therefore, although some commercial activities of the Japanese were greatly restricted, they did not completely disappear.
Because of their long-term lurking, many descendants of the Japanese have already obtained household registrations from the Ming Dynasty. With similar looks and proficiency in local dialects, few people can recognize them.
At this time, in a residential house near Fangshi.
More than ten Japanese people gathered together.
Most of the young people among them can be said to have lived in the Ming Dynasty since they were born, and they have never been to the so-called ancestral homeland of Japan.
However, their father has told them about the identity of the Japanese since they were young.
Most of them are not even proficient in the Japanese language. Apart from knowing that they are Japanese, the rest have been completely assimilated by the Ming Dynasty culture.
Moreover, the surnames are all those of the Ming Dynasty. Only when they return to the Japanese country will they have Japanese names.
The leader was named Meng Yi. He took out a piece of paper and put it on the table for everyone to check and then said: "Someone sent us news that the emperor of Ming Dynasty, his eldest grandson, and three other grandsons are at the moment.
Playing in the capital."
"Currently, it is by the Qinhuai River, less than a few hundred steps away from us."
"I have sent people to inquire about it, and what was said in the letter is true. Although the guards are all dressed in sackcloth, their bodies and shapes are all strong in martial arts. Only the Jinyi Guards can have so many masters."
"The only one who can command the imperial guards to follow him is the emperor of the Ming Dynasty. Judging from the age, he is indeed about the same."
"This is an excellent opportunity for us. At this moment, our country is being conquered by the Ming Dynasty, and most of Kyushu Island has fallen under the control of the Ming Dynasty."
"If the emperor of the Ming Dynasty dies at this time, the morale of the Ming army in Japan will definitely be low."
After listening to Meng Yi's words and reading the note on the table, there was a strange silence in the hall.
Seeing this, Meng Yi couldn't help but said angrily: "Have you already fallen to this point in the Ming Dynasty? You must know that you are descendants of the Japanese country, Japanese people, not Ming people."
"The money and status you use are all given to you by domestic families who have spent a lot of effort. At this point, why are you still hesitating?"
Hearing this reprimand, many people had expressions of shame on their faces.
In fact, they were not like this before, mainly because this year, the capital has changed too fast, and they already enjoy the current capital very much.
Although the original capital of the Ming Dynasty was known as the most prosperous place in the world and the city with the largest population, Zhu Yuanzhang's strict rules and various restrictions made life in the capital unsatisfactory for many people, especially businessmen.
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Under the status quo, being insulted by others and having nowhere to vent.
I can only live a miserable life.
But starting this year, it's completely different.
Before the maritime ban was lifted, it became much easier to set up checkpoints, and goods from various provinces in the Ming Dynasty were purchased in large quantities by the Qunying Chamber of Commerce at extremely low prices.
The price for the people is a little lower, but it can directly achieve the effect of clearing inventory.
Fruits from various places cost thousands of stones and were taken away directly.
Fruit is a seasonal commodity. Merchants who usually sell fruit have to bear the risk of not being able to sell it. After accounting, they don't make much profit.
This place was purchased by the Qunying Chamber of Commerce, and the price is quite reasonable. The key is that everything is exchanged for money, and there is no need to bear the risk of damage. The price is twice as much as in previous years.
And these fruits, thanks to the Ming Dynasty Water Conservancy, were quickly delivered to the capital, and then there were various activities, such as buy one, get one free, buy three, get two free, which dazzled the people of the capital now.
In an instant, there was widespread dumping.
Who doesn't like taking advantage of others?
This sales method was quickly learned and adopted by other chambers of commerce.
This is not just true for fruits, but also for other aspects.
This has led to the fact that the capital of the Ming Dynasty now enjoys not only goods from the provinces of the Ming Dynasty, but also a large amount of novel foreign goods flowing into the capital after the maritime ban was lifted.
Plus the weakening of levels.
The entertainment industry is also booming, with troupes from all over the country and famous dishes and snacks from various regions becoming popular.
The key is that Ming Dynasty had a large population, so making money became much easier.
Coupled with the proper management of the capital, the capital is now a truly civilized and prosperous city.
Ever since they came to the capital, these Japanese people have completely fallen in love with this place.
They are all scholars, and they have been to many places, but their life in the capital is so unforgettable.
Everything you want, eat, see and play is available.
Coupled with the recent increase in the supply of money to these Japanese lurking in the Ming Dynasty, their aspirations are no longer as firm as before.
The colorful world is the most annoying.
"Brother Meng said it simply, but you must know that the soldiers who protect the Ming Emperor are all first-rate."
"All of them are masters in the Ming army. We have less than thirty archers here. If we fail to succeed in one strike, the Emperor of Ming Dynasty will definitely be furious."
"If we follow the clues and find out our identities, the Japanese will be severely punished in the capital of the Ming Dynasty."
"Even if it is done, if we kill the emperor of Ming Dynasty and his prince, won't we conquer the Japanese country? I think it may be even more ferocious than before."
"The new Ming Emperor will definitely avenge him. That will only make him even more crazy, and even the Japanese country will be completely destroyed."
After a while, someone stood up and spoke sternly.
These words quickly aroused the agreement and agreement of others.
Most people agreed that assassinating the Ming Emperor was an unreliable thing.
In fact, what most people are afraid of is that if they find out that it was done by Japanese people, their lives in the capital will be affected.
Looking at the discussion in front of him, Meng Yi leaned on his seat a little decadently.
He felt that the current Japanese people had changed and seemed to no longer be loyal to His Majesty the Emperor.
But after thinking for a long time, he couldn't think of any objection.
Perhaps, the family head's decision was wrong at the beginning, and he should not have sent them to learn the culture of the Ming Dynasty. But now, they are like the literati of the Ming Dynasty, and have lost their previous loyalty.
Meng Yi felt a little aggrieved when he thought of the money that had been sent from the coast recently.
But he alone could not mobilize enough power to assassinate the Ming emperor.
In order to avoid being blamed all at once, the samurai trained by the Japanese secretly were distributed under each leader. The Japanese were captured before, but it did not have much impact on them.
At this time, one person said: "We all understand Brother Meng's thoughts, but the other party sent the note, obviously intending to kill someone with a borrowed knife."
"Lend us our swords to kill the emperor of Ming Dynasty, and let us bear all the blame."
"If that's the case, then why can't we borrow other people's swords to kill, just like them."
When Meng Yi heard this, he looked at one of them and asked: "Brother Zhao, what are your ideas? But in the Ming Dynasty, although many people hate the Ming Emperor deeply, if they are asked to assassinate him, I'm afraid not many people would do so."
courage."
"If we can't find a suitable candidate, the emperor of Ming Dynasty will return to the palace soon. I don't know when he comes out next time."
The Japanese, who was called Brother Zhao, smiled and said, "Brother Meng, as well as everyone here, know that the nearest command command is to kill Eucalyptus."
"To be honest with you, Zhao didn't want to talk about this at first, but now he has to say that Zhao's subordinates were also involved in this incident."
Upon hearing this, everyone immediately exclaimed.
Brother Meng straightened up, stared closely at him, and called him by his name: "Zhao Lishan, this is no joke."
Zhao Lishan said with some pride: "Of course it's not a joke."
"Zhao doesn't know the specific origin of the other party, but the other party contacted Zhao to handle the matter at that time."
"At present, Zhao can still contact them."
"They dared to directly kill the four commanders of the guards. They must have extremely great hatred for the Ming Emperor. Now that they get this news, they will definitely take action."
Meng Yi said in a deep voice: "Are you sure?"
Zhao Lishan shook his head and said: "I'm not sure, but there is no better way now."
Meng Yi nodded: "Then I'll leave this matter to Brother Zhao. Without further ado, please contact Brother Zhao as soon as possible. I will send someone to follow him and keep an eye on his movements at any time."
Zhao Lishan did not stand up immediately, but instead said: "Such a big event depends on Zhao alone. Although it is his responsibility, he also needs to support many brothers under his command."
"In terms of the recent distribution of money, I also hope that Brother Meng and all of you will show your support and give more to Zhao."
Zhao Lishan also did not include the lake, which is equivalent to directly starting to raise conditions.
After hearing this, Meng Yi simply said: "If this matter can be accomplished, I can make the decision. In addition to the reward, Brother Zhao will get the remaining 70% of the money sent in the future."
"I will personally write to His Majesty the Emperor and recommend him to the post of general. Brother Zhao can return to the country at any time and no longer has to lurk in the capital of the Ming Dynasty."
After hearing this, Zhao Lishan said: "There is no need to return to the country. Zhao can serve His Majesty the Emperor better in the Ming capital."
"As long as the other commitments are in place."
Meng Yi naturally knew what Zhao Lishan had in mind, so he nodded in agreement.
Zhao Lishan didn't care about Hu. He immediately got up and started to contact people.
He said yes, he was indeed responsible for the killing of the commander of the guard station.
This matter has been kept secret, even by fellow Japanese, but now is a good opportunity to kill someone with a knife.
After half a stick of incense, Zhao Lishan came to a certain shop in Fangshi.
The place was full of guests and extremely lively, but Zhao Lishan knew that this was just an appearance.