Zhu Yijun had reason to be worried. After all, the origin of this incident was indeed an accident in his opinion, and the important thing was that the timing of this accident was very unlucky.
In order to defeat Chahar in one fell swoop, the Ming Dynasty is currently building up its final strength, so it has opened a vassal ban. However, opening a vassal ban is inherently difficult. If you want to do it more smoothly, Gao's pragmatic approach is almost
The optimal solution, that's why Zhu Yijun fully supported it and even drastically reduced military pay across the country.
If the Ming Dynasty could survive these three years peacefully, it is conceivable that the Ming Dynasty at that time could temporarily get rid of the unfavorable situation of financial distress, concentrate its efforts on conquering the residual Yuan forces in Chahar, and realize the long-cherished wish of the Ming Dynasty for more than two hundred years.
And Zhu Yijun, the Wanli emperor, dare not say that he can match Taizu, but at least he can match Chengzu's great achievements.
As a young emperor, what could be more exciting than this?
It is a pity that although the Battle of Monan was fought well, it also created a Burihatu. This man emerged when his father Xin Ai was in great danger, and was eventually taken in by the Tumen and became a Tutu.
The mastermind we now rely on.
It is true that heroes emerge in troubled times. If there had not been a battle in Monan, perhaps Burihatu, a Taiji who was not the eldest son, would have disappeared from the crowd.
Gao Pragmatic has always suspected that the matter in Xining is not that simple. The reason is not complicated: given the high regard Bu Rihatu receives from the Tumen, it should be regarded as "cannot leave for a day", but even so, he still
Is it possible that he traveled all the way around Mobei to reach Qinghai just to deceive two idiots Huo Luochi and Zhuli Tu?
According to internal intelligence in Jinghua, the strength of Huo Luochi and Jianli Tu was estimated to be at an above-average level, with a combined strength of 50,000 people.
This strength is indeed not weak if we say it is weak, but if we say it is strong, it is not necessarily very strong. After all, their strength is the sum of the two of them, and secondly, they need to mobilize all of them. If we look at it separately,
The two of them only have more than 20,000 people in their own family. At best, it is only at the level of the hype of the year before last, and it may even be a little worse.
If there had not been such a thing as Che Jin's death, it would have been very difficult for Burihatu to win over them, because Che Jin was not only his eldest brother, but also very powerful, dominating the Hetao - more than ten thousand households in the Ordos tribe in name only.
The master of the Great Mongol Kingdom Jinong Boshu Ketu is still strong.
With all the suppression, the Ordos tribe will not be in trouble. Huo Luochi and Jilitu are afraid of Tumut and Ordos joining forces, and they dare not easily agree to Burihatu's win over.
But once Qie Ji couldn't take matters seriously, the situation was immediately shaken. Burihatu probably saw this, so he headed west to Qinghai, hoping to use Huo Luochi as a breakthrough point, which not only disturbed Qinghai, Gansu,
They may even want to use this to divert trouble eastward and drag down Tumut's loyal allies, the Ordos tribe, causing Tumut to either have enemies on both sides or lose a hand.
No matter how Han Naji chooses in the end, Buri Hatu or Tumen Khan can benefit from this matter - when the enemy declines, they themselves become stronger.
Gao Pragmatic estimated that the time when Burihatu chose to go west should be when he was sure that Qieji was seriously ill and was about to die. It has to be said that his grasp of the situation was quite accurate, because Qieji Huangtaiji was really a link between Tumut and Tumut.
An important figure in the master-slave relationship in Ordos.
Back then, he was able to ask for tribute on behalf of Ji Neng after Anda succeeded in paying tribute. For this reason, he made every effort to ask for tribute and succeeded. He also received recognition from Wang Chonggu and a reward from the Ming Dynasty.
In the reign of Emperor Xinwei of the Long Qing Dynasty (1571), Ji Neng sent Qie Jin and others to "please pay tribute to the city to compare with Xuan Da", and expressed his gratitude to everyone. In the text, "Most of them are grateful to Xu An for his gratitude to King Tong Tong, and many of his speeches are as follows.
"Buddha's words". Wang Chonggu "asked him to look at my answer and proceed. He must do as he promised."
Therefore, Wang Chonggu "thought about welcoming the imperial edict and writing the table. If he had accumulated many merits, he would like to be rewarded with colorful sections, etc.", and the imperial edict was accepted. Immediately afterwards, he summoned Qie Jin to go to Qingshuiying to award the imperial edict, and kowtowed to the palace to express his gratitude.
This shows that from a long time ago, Qie Jian was a tribute sect among the Mongols, and he was the person who actually presided over this matter within the Ordos tribe.
There is another point that Gao Pingjing has been thinking about after learning that Xining was lost, and that is what impact Qie Ji's strength has had on the relationship between Ming and Meng.
Undoubtedly, Qie Jin's strength is indeed second to none among the Ordos tribe. He "has a strong vision, and his actions determine the importance."
Have a significant impact.
In the past, the Tubarbarians "gathered 60,000 households and formulated major laws and regulations, instructing the Namuta Huang Taiji of Han'er [Wanhu] on the left wing, and the Wei Zheng and Su Buhai of Hanha [Wanhu],
Namtara Heluochinayan from Asu [Department] and Namugai Selik Huang Taiji from Tuman [Wanhu] are in charge of the laws and regulations." [Note: The translation of the Mongolian historical records used above
.]
In other words, among the five rulers of Mongolia at that time, the person sent by Anda to Chahar was his beloved eldest son, Selik, the eldest grandson of Anda (he went there on behalf of his father Xinai), while the one sent by the Ordos tribe
It was Qie Jin, which shows that Qie Jin was already a figure second only to Ji Neng in the Ordos tribe at that time.
However, did Qiejie's strength pose a threat to the Ming Dynasty and the peace between Ming and Mongolia? Gao pragmatically recalled that in those days, Qiejie tried his best to restrain the barbarians, whether traveling to the west or returning to the east, and adopted strict discipline and
By restraining the foreigners, he himself would definitely not threaten the Ming Dynasty.
"Ji Neng died, and he spent all his time and nights hurting his father, so he urgently needed to deal with the funeral. Everyone in the corridors took it as a warning to grab money."
"In the second month of spring in Renshen (1572), I walked across the water to the edge of the river...I wrote to the Fu ministers, roughly saying: 'I dare not violate the Taishi's prohibition and walk in the Black Mountains. It rains and snows continuously for ten days, and it is extremely difficult.
The horses and oxen were consumed, but the Grand Master took pity on me and promised to open the market for me. How dare you use the fire to fall red as a comparison?'... He warned the tribes not to rob the enemy or invade the Han, and immediately set up camp under the order.
So, we went from Wuwukou to Heicheng, but before we reached Caogu City, we found two horses left behind. The guerrilla army Zhu Xun sent envoys to chase them and give them to them. The captives also burned four rafters of my earthen house in Wujiazhuang and cut off all the forty sheep.
Horse, set a flag with a pole, and punish the sheep with four legs. Of course, it is normal for the Han captives to punish the damage caused by the Han captives." He also restrained the tribesmen and followed the instructions carefully. "Keep telling the chieftain's wife, and let the outsiders do it."
Gao pragmatic carefully recalled the records of the offenders over the years, but could not find any record of Qie Qie committing the offenders. In other words, Qie Qie kept the agreement throughout his life, which was a sincere tribute, and was by no means a "mistake to be docile".
This kind of tameness that has been consistent for more than ten years cannot be faked - for example, Huo Luochi and Jilitu have a record of committing crimes in the past, and they even appeared after the tribute. After sending a letter to reprimand him, he restrained himself until he became seriously ill.
Moreover, Gao Pragmatic is different from Zhu Yijun. Zhu Yijun probably does not consider deep-seated cultural issues. However, Gao Pragmatic has always supported the Mongolians' worship of Buddhism as early as when he advocated tribute. On the matter of Mongolia's worship of Buddhism, Qie Jin is also a very important person.
There is a saying in the historians of later generations, which is to say, "Qiejin Ananda welcomes the Buddha." This statement is even supported by historical data in "Wanli Martial Arts Record". There is an explanation in the biography of "Wanli Martial Arts Record: Qiejie Huangtaiji Biography", It is said that as early as the Renshen year (1572), Qie Jin asked Liao Fengjie, the Fu minister, for Buddhist scriptures, Buddhist beads and other items during his journey to the west, indicating that he had already embraced Tibetan Buddhism at this time. However, in the eyes of Ming officials at the time Come and eliminate those who are not loyal and sincere to the Buddha. In the year of Ding Chou (1577), he tried his best to "deceiver" Anda and lead his army to the west to welcome the Buddha. In fact, his purpose was to reach Suzhou and stir up trouble in the West Sea area. Disputes between Ming and Mongolia.
There are some problems with the statement here in "Wanli Martial Arts Record". This is probably because Ming officials did not have much trust in the "Tatars" during this period. In fact, Huang Taiji was a loyal believer in Tibetan Buddhism. He once While leading the army to fight in the Qinghai area, he came into contact with three local eminent monks and brought them back to the Ordos. The "Origin of Mongolia" records in detail the process of introducing Buddhism. [Note: This record is too long. I'm too lazy to quote.]
So, at that time, Qingqing asked me whether the reason and purpose of marching westward were passive or active, and whether he truly believed in Buddhism or intended to invade the border? Gao Pragmatic believed that he truly believed in Buddhism.
Because in fact, the connection between Anda Khan and Tibetan Buddhism has been established since the Jiajing period. It is recorded in historical records that in the 37th year of Jiajing (1558), Anda Khan went to conquer the Uighurs (Yellow-Headed Uighurs) in Sali. At that time, they encountered and captured some Tibetan businessmen and more than 1,000 lamas in the West Sea, and then released them.
However, in fact, the Mongolian right-wing ministries have made many expeditions to the West Sea before. The first time Ananda Khan personally led his troops to the West Sea was in the 11th year of Jiajing (1532). Even according to the "Biography of Altan Khan", the 30th year of Jiajing Seven years ago, Anda Khan had three expeditions to the West Sea region, in the 11th, 13th and 22nd years of Jiajing, so this time in the 37th year of Jiajing was actually the fourth time. Already.
It would be unrealistic and absolutely unbelievable to say that Ada Khan did not encounter Buddhist monks and temples during his previous expeditions. It is just that these activities were not recorded in historical records. After all, Mongolian documents are relatively crude and cannot be compared with Chinese documents. Than. So Gao Pragmatism can confirm that Anda Khan came into contact with Buddhism before the 37th year of Jiajing.
Of course, Anda's detailed understanding of Buddhism should have been in the fifth year of Longqing, or the first year of Wanli, but Anda Khan's belief in Buddhism was not the result of all his persuasion. This is also recorded in the "Biography of Altan Khan". Not much to say here.
All in all, Chejin is definitely a loyal believer in Buddhism. Anda and he contributed to the major event that Tumut and Ordos converted to Buddhism at the same time. So for Gao Pragmatic, it is very important to maintain the policy set by Chejin, which is why This means that he must prompt Ming to help Tumut in this matter.
"Although the loss of Xining happened suddenly, in the final analysis it was Burihatu's plan. The key to Burihatu's plan did not lie in Huo Luochi and Jilitu, let alone Xining." Gao Pragmatic said in a deep voice: "The real key to this matter lies in the Loop!"
Zhu Yijun looked at him intently, and Gao Pragmatic stretched out his hand to point at the Kan map and said: "Your Majesty, please look, from west to east, Qinghai, Ordos, Tumut, and Chahar. It turns out that Chahar is alone among these four forces. In the east, if Burihatu wants to disrupt the internal affairs of Tumut, Qinghai alone is actually not enough.
Huo Luochi, the troops of Tu Erlu are only 50,000. If the Hetao is not in chaos, the most it will be is ringworm and scabies in the western frontier of the Ming Dynasty. Your Majesty, I will make the worst assumption - suppose that the Ming Dynasty lets Xining be lost. Regardless, what will the situation be like?"
Zhu Yijun frowned slightly and said hesitantly: "Isn't this... a bit embarrassing?"
"It's just a hypothesis." Gao Pragmatic emphasized.
Zhu Yijun said helplessly: "Then let it go for now and let all parts of Gansu be careful for a few years, and then we can wait until we destroy the remaining Yuan."
"That's right." Gao Pragmatic nodded and said: "Without Xining, we at the northern foot of the Qilian Mountains would definitely have been harassed in the past few years, but Burihatu would not have been able to stay in Qinghai for a long time to advise Huo Luochi and others, so he Once it returns eastward, Gansu provinces can still prevent it as long as they are more careful. Even if they suffer some losses, they are not fatal to the overall situation."
He paused for a moment and then said: "And once the Ordos tribe is in chaos, the matter will be serious. As I said just now, once chaos breaks out in the Hetao, Tumut will have to make a choice, or conquer the Hetao south to regain control of the situation. , but this way it is very likely that the Tumen will attack Fengzhou Beach.
Either stick to Fengzhou Beach and give up the Loop, but in this way, Tumut will be completely isolated. What if Burihatu continues his efforts and persuades Boshu Ketu (Mongolian Jinong, lord of ten thousand households in Ordos) and Tumen will attack Tumote, and then my efforts of more than ten years during the Ming Dynasty may be in vain."
Zhu Yijun's face was as dark as water, he was silent for a long time, and said: "What are your ideas?"
Gao pragmatically said: "Tumote's southern expedition is best not to happen if it doesn't happen, because even if everything goes well, it will still be a civil war, and it will damage the strength of Tumote and Ordos - Your Majesty, these two The power now at least belongs to me, Ming Dynasty, and can be used to check and balance or even threaten Chahar."
Zhu Yijun waved his hand: "I know this, but the problem is that I, Ming, can't help now!"
"We can still be of some help." Gao pragmatically shook his head.
Zhu Yijun said in surprise: "Really, how can I help?" and then immediately added: "Don't talk about going to war, that won't work, it will delay important events."
Gao pragmatic smiled slightly: "The retracted fist is the most intimidating." As he said this, he made a fist-clenching motion to retract it.
Zhu Yijun couldn't help but think about it and said: "You mean... let's create suspicion and scare the Tumen?"
Gao pragmatic laughed when he heard this and said: "More than just scaring Tumen? I thought it would be best to scare everyone except Tumen!"
Zhu Yijun's eyes lit up, he became interested, and asked hurriedly: "How to scare me?"
Gao pragmatic suddenly stood up and bowed his hands solemnly: "Your Majesty, I want to be promoted to an official position."
"Ah?" Zhu Yijun was stunned: "You want an official?"
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