Chapter 676: Promotion of Compulsory Education, Contempt for the Three Small Countries
It was the first day of the first lunar month in the thirty-first year of Hongwu.
1398 AD.
According to the historical process, Zhu Yuanzhang died of illness on the tenth day of the fifth month of this year.
Zhu Ying looked at the rosy-faced and energetic old man and felt that this should not be the case.
Historically, Zhu Yuanzhang fell into a semi-mad state in the last few years of his life. In order to suppress his pain, he dealt with a large number of government affairs every day to relieve it.
He was already in his sixties, and in such an environment, he was already exhausted mentally and physically.
This is also because Zhu Yuanzhang himself has a good foundation. Although he was homeless during his youth, it was rare for him to have a full meal.
But after joining the Red Turban Army in his youth, he had no worries about food and clothing.
In the beginning, he was brave enough to be a vanguard. Gradually, he became a leader of the force. He rarely served as the leader of the charge personally. Even when he went on personal expeditions, he was still as the commander-in-chief.
Mu Ying was in good health, but after suffering the double blow of the deaths of Queen Ma and Prince Zhu Biao, she died of vomiting blood.
Obviously, in terms of emotions, Zhu Yuanzhang is no less devoted to his wife and son than Mu Ying.
Although he was seriously ill, he managed to survive with his physical condition.
It's different now.
Because of Zhu Ying's appearance, Zhu Yuanzhang had a place to vent his emotions, and he also had emotional sustenance.
This is the eldest grandson.
He is Zhu Yuanzhang's eldest grandson who was raised with his eldest sister when he was a child.
In this regard, Zhu Yunwen is incomparable.
Even if the great-grandson position of Zhu Yunwen has been determined, it must be transferred to the great-grandson.
That is to say, Mrs. Lu, as the daughter-in-law, has been living in the palace, and she understands Zhu Yuanzhang's temper very well. She did not lose her mind because of Zhu Ying's appearance. Instead, she correctly persuaded Zhu Yunwen not to compete for the grandson's position.
Otherwise, it’s really hard to say what the consequences will be.
In fact, the government and the public have always had doubts about Zhu Ying, the grandson who came back from the dead.
After all, he has been dead for so many years, and he suddenly appears. Who can believe this?
However, these voices did not spread.
Zhu Ying did not know that when he first entered the palace and was recognized, many ministers actually came forward to report it.
However, these people were basically imprisoned in prisons under various pretexts by Jin Yiwei and disposed of.
At that time, Zhu Ying was everything in Zhu Yuanzhang's heart. Even if it was not obvious in performance, secretly, anyone who dared to doubt Zhu Ying's identity would be dead.
It was also when Prince Zhu Biao passed away that some thorny officials in both the government and the public had been dealt with.
The founding heroes of the early years were generally eliminated.
For example, the imperial party headed by Hu Weiyong.
In this political environment, there is no longer any suppression of imperial power by the civilian officials. It is Zhu Yuanzhang's dictatorship.
Not to mention military commanders.
Zhu Ying is Lan Yu's nephew and is the most in line with Lan Yu's interests.
Whether it's real or fake, Lan Yu doesn't care.
Because if Zhu Ying did not exist, then Sapphire itself would be a big problem.
Judging from the situation, Zhu Ying has no obstacles on his way to becoming the grandson and inheriting the throne.
Even Concubine Guo Ning's idea of blood recognition was nothing in the end.
Concubine Guo Ning knew very well that if the bloody acknowledgment was really carried out, no matter what the outcome was, a huge gap would form between her and His Majesty.
Of course, the most important thing is that Concubine Guo Ning discovered that since Zhu Ying entered the palace, Her Majesty's mood has gradually become calmer.
His Majesty used to be frightened by anyone who saw him, and would often become violent and irritable.
Maybe it's just a small thing, and you will lose your life because of it.
The dark red color on the steps of Fengtian Hall already has a feeling that it is not clean.
Every minister in the imperial court, from the six ministers to the humble officials, all live in fear all day long.
There are no restrictions from Queen Ma and Prince Zhu Biao.
Zhu Yuanzhang, who is already in his sixties, is as scary as a tyrant.
So under such circumstances, Zhu Ying appeared.
For the ministers in the court, this was simply a savior.
And Zhu Yuanzhang became less busy because of Zhu Ying's decentralization of power to civilian officials.
I got a good rest both mentally and physically.
At the same time, Zhu Ying vigorously supported medicine.
The promotion of the status of officials can be said to be the greatest in all dynasties.
Anyone who studies medicine should be grateful to his grandson.
In particular, the establishment of medical schools is no longer just a matter of the palace. Every city has opened a medical school under Zhu Ying's instructions.
The palace's medical school was a top priority for health care.
Currently, Zhu Yuanzhang has a complete set of arrangements for his diet, rest, and exercise.
Medicinal foods will be added to the daily meals.
Zhu Ying didn't know how long the old man could live, but with such blessings, continuing to live for three to five years would not be a big problem.
The Spring Festival of Central Plains culture is in full bloom in Wucheng.
Almost every household has red paper-cuts posted on it.
The people occupying Wucheng didn't understand this, and it was completely forced by the government.
The current Wucheng may be the busiest since its establishment.
There are no people at the commercial port in Champa, and everyone has gone to Wucheng.
Because there is Your Majesty and Grandson here.
As a Han Chinese, I naturally want to spend an unforgettable Spring Festival here.
For businessmen from other countries, it is also an extremely extraordinary thing to be able to meet the Ming Emperor and the Ming Grandson in Wucheng.
A large number of programs and activities were held in Wucheng. There were originally only tens of thousands of people in Wucheng, but this time nearly 200,000 people poured in.
There was no other way. In addition to Han Chinese and maritime merchants from other countries, nobles from Champa also came in large numbers.
After all, King Zhan also wanted to participate in the unique Spring Festival activities of the Central Plains here.
Inside the Wucheng Palace.
Ananya told Ye Yueqing her request.
As the grandson of Ye Yueqing, it is impossible to avoid it. If Anania does not get Ye Yueqing's support, there will be no follow-up discussion.
"This matter involves the Ming Dynasty Navy. My sister should tell the grandson in person."
Ye Yueqing keenly felt that this was an exchange of interests, so he asked Ananya to find Zhu Ying.
For Anania, at least the grandson did not refuse.
It's just that Zhu Ying was out during the day and didn't come back until night.
When Zhu Ying came back, it was already late at night.
Ye Yueqing simply arranged for Ananya to sleep with him.
After some confusion, Ananya leaned on Zhu Ying's chest and expressed her request.
Zhu Ying said with a smile: "If the navy goes to patrol the western sea area, then it will be equivalent to controlling the Angkor Dynasty, the Ayutthaya Dynasty, including the sea area of Malajia."
"These pirates are said to be pirates, but in fact they are arranged by these three countries themselves, specifically to control the sea areas and seize wealth."
"It's not a big problem to wipe them out, but they will still be resisted by the three countries."
"Is King Zhan already ready to go to war with three countries at the same time?"
Zhu Ying had already made an intelligence analysis of the situation in the Nanyang Sea. In this regard, he was even clearer than King Zhan.
"ah!
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Ananya exclaimed, she didn't expect there were so many doorways here.
At first I thought they were just ordinary pirates, but as soon as Taisun explained it, he understood that King Zhan wanted to use the power of the Ming Dynasty to suppress the other three countries.
This already involves a big political issue.
If it goes wrong, it may even affect the war between the Three Kingdoms and the Ming Dynasty.
Ananya realized at this moment that King Zhan must have known about it for a long time. If the grandson hadn't pointed it out, this was a complete use of her.
"I understand, I will draw a clear line with King Zhan from now on."
Ananya's angry look with her lips pursed was so cute that Zhu Ying couldn't help but kiss her twice more.
This kiss turned everything upside down again.
Fortunately, Zhu Ying is in good health, but most people really can't bear it.
"Actually, it's not impossible to help, but the name needs to be changed a little."
Zhu Ying said with a smile.
This king of divination really gave me a pillow when he felt sleepy.
You must know that Zhu Ying was originally thinking about how to expand Nanyang.
A direct declaration of war will not work.
An expedition like this must be supported by an excuse.
Moreover, Nanyang is far away from the Ming Dynasty. If a war is forced, the morale of the soldiers in the Ming Dynasty will be low.
There will be greater opposition from the civil servants.
Since ancient times, the Central Plains has emphasized the importance of each teacher's reputation.
The key is that what Zhu Ying wants is not to defeat these Nanyang countries, which really puts no pressure on the current Ming Dynasty.
What he wants is to conquer and educate these countries.
It is the penetration of civilization and it is to be truly incorporated into the Ming Dynasty's system.
Although invasion like Timur's was simple and crude, the subsequent management issues were also very troublesome.
"This will have an impact on the Ming Dynasty."
Anania thought that Taisun decided to help the Champa country because of her.
After all, just now
So there was some hesitation.
"What impact can it have?" Zhu Ying smiled, and then said domineeringly: "Not to mention these three small countries, even if the entire Nanyang unites, can they still fight against our Ming Dynasty?"
"It's just for the sake of looking good. If we really want to show off our face, what will happen even if we defeat all three small countries?"
"Compared to our Ming Dynasty, our most small and tiny country does not have a single Chief Secretary. Even if its entire population combined, it does not have as many soldiers as our Ming Dynasty."
"And this is just above the sea. Who in the world can stop my Ming navy? When the monsoon rises and the treasure ships sail, these small countries surrender without hearing the sound."
"On the other hand, occupying the king's place is not that simple. Please tell me what conditions he promised you."
Zhu Ying asked directly.
He could guess with his toes that Ananya must have come to tell him because the king of fortune-telling had promised many benefits to Ananya.
Ananya obviously didn't expect to be seen through like this, and she was immediately embarrassed and embarrassed.
"It doesn't matter. You are my woman and you are also from Champa. Naturally, there will be some things. This is normal. Just say it."
Zhu Ying touched Ananya's face and said.
Anania lowered her head slightly, her face flushed, which was very tempting, and then she told the conditions of the Zhanwang Tea promise.
Regarding Zhu Wenzhan, Ananya was a little worried that it would cause dissatisfaction with her grandson.
Zhu Ying didn't care about this: "This King Zhan is really smart and knows how to use our son's name to ask for help."
"What he said makes some sense. Our children's affairs should have been arranged earlier."
"The same goes for your father. When our children grow up, we will also get a lot of help. At least in Champa, it won't be a blank."
"But, this King Zhan is really out of his mind. He wants to send out the Ming Dynasty Navy under such simple conditions. It's ridiculous."
In Zhu Ying's view, Zhan Wang's operation focused on free prostitution.
It is completely nonsense to say that eight thousand warriors were given to Anania's father. It was just military power, and besides, her father must be responsible for the military pay of these eight thousand soldiers.
He also promised to help capture the city, but this was a completely empty promise.
Does the great Ming Dynasty still need help from the small Champa Kingdom?
In Zhu Ying's opinion, there are not many people who are qualified to serve as overseas vassal kings.
For example, most of the princes nowadays are very immature when they come to join the feudal clan overseas.
The reason why Zhu Ying established a system of overseas vassals was not to let these vassals come out and enjoy themselves.
Otherwise, it would be better to go to the Ming Dynasty and become a wealthy prince. Anyway, according to the current business situation, if they are allowed to participate in some businesses, they will definitely not be short-changed financially.
It's just that most of the princes are still too young. Compared with King Qin, King Jin and King Yan, they are just children.
For example, Zhu Yunwen now doesn't even know that his military power has been controlled by the Lu family. After arriving overseas, he just pursues pleasure.
There was no idea of expanding Ming culture at all. In order to stabilize the rule, he colluded with the local nobles and cut off the lower class people's upward channels.
What's the point of this?
"It will be the first day of the new year in a few days. You go inform King Zhan and ask him to enter the palace tomorrow. I won't talk to him anymore. Let Yunwen talk to him."
Zhu Ying hugged Ananya and said.
In the name of Zhu Yunwen, there are obviously some more actionable links in the follow-up.
When the fleet of the Ming Navy sailed into the western waters, it is conceivable that envoys from the Ayutthaya Dynasty, the Angkor Dynasty, and Manchuria would go to the Ming Dynasty capital to protest.
Naturally, Zhu Ying can still do some maneuvering.
As for the king of Zhan, Zhu Ying's main condition was the popularization of Chinese schools.
It doesn't matter even if Zhu Ying pays for the construction here, but Chinese culture schools must be opened in all cities in the Champa Kingdom.
They are even opened in some villages and towns.
It is free to learn and does not charge any fees.
The Champa Kingdom has to issue a law that all children over the age of seven must be forced to participate in compulsory education in Chinese culture schools.
Only by starting from childhood can we better spread Han culture.
Of course, this will definitely be met with great resistance.
These resistances came from the local nobles in Champa, who naturally did not want these untouchables to open up their people's wisdom and learn Chinese.
As for this aspect, it depends on how King Zhan responds.