The leader of the Inca mission was named Wacu, which means pottery.
Waku's father was the high priest of Coyasulong - the Inca Empire's real name was "Tawantingsulong" and it had four major administrative regions, namely Kipchasulong, Kutisulong, Antisulong and Coyasulong.
Sulong, the capital of which is within the jurisdiction of Keya Sulong.
Waku is his father's fourth son. He was born into the ruling class, but he was unable to inherit the position of high priest. At most, he could be appointed as a priest of some small and medium-sized tribes.
Waku likes astronomy, painting, mathematics and music. He often looks up at the stars and wonders whether there are humans living in the sky. When the great god Veracoca created humans, why didn't he give humans wings? That way they could fly into the sky.
The Incas did believe in the sun god, but above the sun god, there was Pylagoca, the creator.
Under the creator Pylagoca, there is also the great god Veracoca, who created the earth, human beings and all gods, including the sun god. He is the source of everything in the world, so there is no need to designate holy places or build temples, just
Just pray sincerely to Him.
The composition of Inca mythology is very similar to that of ancient Chinese mythology, because it has a similar construction process. The main tribe of the Inca constantly conquered other tribes, and at the same time absorbed the beliefs and legends of each tribe. The gods of the conquered tribes were gradually added to the Inca mythology, and they were closely related to each other.
The ancestors and gods of the Incas formed a unique mythological system.
Just this year, without any warning from the sun god Inti, a group of terrifying aliens came to the Incas.
Those alien races drove large ships and held strange weapons, constantly plundering coastal tribes. Their skin was white, and their hair and eyes were also different colors, like ghosts emerging from the mountains.
Fortunately, another group of aliens followed. They also drove big ships and had weapons that made loud noises. They helped the Incas drive away those ghostly white people. These aliens were more approachable because they also had yellow skin and
Black hair. (Note: The physical characteristics of the Incas are very similar to those of the Tibetans. The physical characteristics of the Mayans are more like those of the ethnic minorities in southern China. The physical characteristics of the Zuni people are somewhat similar to those of the Han people. The Yanomi Ma people,
More like Southeast Asians.)
A friendly alien race, a rare gift for the king and queen.
The king received an iron knife, which was sharper and harder than a copper knife. The queens received two pieces of clothing, which were said to be cool to the touch and as smooth as grease. (Note: The king’s title is Inca, and the queen’s
The title is mother. For example, the current two queens are called: Mama Pilcu Vaku and Mama Rava Okoluo. Moreover, the two queens are both biological sisters of the king.)
Although we don't understand each other, we all get along harmoniously.
When the foreigners left, the king planned to send an envoy to visit the foreigners' country.
Waku, who yearned for the outside world, immediately volunteered and was appointed by the king as the leader of the envoy. He almost died on the ship. He drank unclean water and had diarrhea for several days. In order to replenish body fluids, he had to grit his teeth.
Go ahead and dirty water.
Finally, Waku survived, and they came to a strange world, finally recuperating in a place called Temasek (Singapore).
In Waku's view, Temasek is very prosperous and rich, with all kinds of extraordinary things. This must be the capital of the Ming Dynasty - Waku already knows that the country he wants to visit is called the Ming Dynasty.
But after half a month's rest, the army leader named Zhu Hai took Waku on a boat trip again.
On the way, they docked at a place called Hangzhou to trade spices brought from the south. Waku was taken to the city to drink. Before he entered the city, he almost went crazy. The city walls were unbelievably high. The city was like
Machu Picchu is just as great.
There are so many people in Hangzhou, more than any other Inca tribe. This must be the capital of the Ming Dynasty!
However, Waku only had a delicious meal in the city and was taken back to the ship to rest. They then went to Lushunkou, traded the goods they bought from Hangzhou to Liaodong merchants, and then headed to Tianjin to land.
Arriving all the way to Beijing, Waku was finally convinced that he must have arrived in the kingdom of gods!
After entering Beijing, without any stop, Waku was summoned to see the emperor and also met Wang Yuan, the left minister of the Ministry of Rites. In his understanding, Zhu Houzhao was the Inca and Wang Yuan was the high priest.
"This is the Huitong Hall. You will live here from now on." Zhu Hai said.
Waku roughly understood it and continued to read: "Hui Tong Pavilion."
Waku and his four companions moved into the Huitong Pavilion, and the emperor also arranged for a eunuch to serve them.
After staying for two days, they were taken to Honglu Temple to learn the etiquette of meeting the emperor and communicating with ministers - it was already over the line for envoys from the vassal state to meet the emperor directly, but the emperor and Zhu Hai couldn't wait.
The chief minister of the Secretariat of Honglu Temple (the ninth grade) taught them all kinds of salutations step by step. Unfortunately, the etiquette was too complicated and there were many types. He was overwhelmed by the teachings, and Waku was completely confused.
In a desperate state, his four subordinates were even more confused.
At the same time, Waku's living place was transferred from Huitong Hall to Honglu Temple Hall, and all food and drinks were provided by Honglu Temple.
After practicing etiquette for half a month, Waku was suddenly called out in the middle of the night. He put on the most formal Inca priest clothes and went to court with the officials of Honglu Temple. After entering the imperial city and waiting for a long time, he saw many broad robes and large sleeves.
of officials.
The officials lined up to enter a large house, where Waku and four of his men still had to wait outside.
"The envoy Su Long from Xuan Pagoda Wan Ting comes to see you!"
"The envoy Su Long from Xuan Pagoda Wan Ting comes to see you!"
The sound came one after another. When Waku heard the name of his country, he immediately followed the person who led him forward.
It was already dawn, and the courtiers came to see him one after another.
I saw Wakku wearing a sleeveless dress inside, with the hem barely reaching her calf. Outside, she wore a linen robe, which was more like a ribbon, but wider than a ribbon. It gradually turned into a robe when it reached the waist. There was also a forehead hairband.
, there are a few colorful feathers inserted in the hairband. On his feet are a pair of straw sandals, a pair of beautifully woven straw sandals - the Inca place is hot all year round, so the clothes have no sleeves, and even the nobles do not wear leather boots (Note:
In the Ming Dynasty, people only took off their shoes during important sacrifices and did not need to take off their shoes when attending court meetings).
"The envoys from this country are somewhat like people from Southeast Asia."
"At least he has black hair, not as ugly as the red-haired ghost."
"Which country is Tawanting Sulong from? I haven't heard that the Ming Dynasty had this vassal state."
"This is a small country that the eunuch who explored the sea found from the far east. We, the Ming Dynasty, are going to add another one."
"The land of the Far East? Is it further east than Japan?"
"I heard that His Majesty sent a fleet eastward two years ago, seemingly in search of the elixir of immortality."
"It's ridiculous. How can there be an elixir of immortality in this world? I must give you some advice on this matter!"
"..."
The courtiers were whispering and buzzing like a vegetable market. Zhu Houzhao was so angry that he coughed on the throne.
The master of ceremonies announced: "The envoys of the vassal state are here to pay homage!"
The chief minister of Honglu Temple knelt down and demonstrated the prostrations on the spot. Waku and four of his subordinates quickly followed suit. Chang Ji then said in Chinese: "Chen Pa Wan Ting, the envoy of the Sulong Kingdom, Waku, bows to the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty.
His Majesty!"
Zhu Houzhao was very happy: "Pingshen!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Waku stood up following the Secretary.
Zhu Houzhao smiled and said: "I ordered Zhu Hai, the admiral of sea exploration, to sail a boat to search for the far east, and now we have found something. Where is Zhu Hai?"
"I'm here!" Zhu Hai ran out from the last shift of military attache.
Zhu Houzhao asked: "Let me tell you where this far east place is."
Zhu Hai said: "From Japan to the east, you can reach it by boat in April. The land is warm in winter and cool in summer. There are sacred trees and animals, and there is a river flowing with gold. I call this place Fushan, and the nearby natives are all people who eat hair and drink blood.
.Going south from Mount Fu, there is the Aztec Kingdom, which has been destroyed by the Portuguese Kingdom in the West. Further south, there is the Tawanting Sulong Kingdom. This country has a vast territory, has cities, roads, and knows how to farm."
Zhu Houzhao was very proud and said to Yang Tinghe: "What do you think, Mr. Yang?"
Yang Tinghe came out and said: "Mobilizing troops and swimming thousands of miles across the sea is just one more vassal state. I think it is unnecessary. Your Majesty should be diligent and simple, and live within your means, so that the national treasury can be full."
Zhu Houzhao smiled and said: "Bring over all the rare treasures brought back by the admiral of sea exploration!"
The master of ceremonies shouted according to the gift list: "The king of Tawanting Sulong Kingdom pays tribute fifty kilograms of exotic crops. This crop was named potatoes by the Minister of Rites Wang Shilang!"
Two palace guards came in carrying a load of potatoes. Many of the potatoes had sprouted after months of drifting at sea.
Wang Yuan came out with a wat tablet and acted as the commentator: "This thing is called potato. It is only owned by Sulong in Tawanting. If you spread it, it will benefit all people in the world."
The ministers were speechless for a moment. If the tribute from other countries [ticta novel www.mt1988.com] were rare treasures, they would still be able to object to the emperor's extravagance, but these things are crops.
The master of ceremonies shouted again: "The king of Sulong Kingdom in Tawanting paid tribute to thirty kilograms of exotic crops. This crop was named pepper by the Minister of Rites, Wang Shilang!"
Wang Yuan began to explain again: "This thing has a spicy taste and can be seasoned."
These peppers are dried and not fresh, but the seeds can be saved.
The master of ceremonies shouted again: "The king of Sulong Kingdom in Tawanting pays a tribute of one pound of exotic crop seeds. This crop was named pumpkin by the Minister of Rites, Wang Shilang!"
Wang Yuan explained: "Pumpkins can grow as big as a head and can be used as a vegetable or as a staple food."
The master of ceremonies shouted again: "The king of Sulong Kingdom in Tawanting pays tribute one pound of seeds of exotic crops. This crop was named vanilla by the Minister of Rites Wang Shilang!"
Wang Yuan explained: "Herbs can be used as cooking seasonings, and they also have the effects of refreshing the mind, killing insects and repelling mosquitoes."
Crops were presented one after another, and all the ministers were speechless.
As a farming civilization, the most important thing is farming. No matter how many crops you have, there is never too much. These novel crops alone are worth a trip to the Far East. They are too embarrassed to advise the emperor.
The master of ceremonies continued to shout: "The King of Sulong Kingdom in Tawanting, pays tribute to an exotic animal. This animal is named alpaca by the Minister of Rites, Wang Shilang!"
Wang Yuan explained: "Originally, ten animals were brought back, both male and female, but they died of illness on the way and only this one was left."
A cute grass-mud horse was led into the hall, looking around at the ministers in a dazed state.
The ministers found it even more strange. It was a plant before, but now it is an animal. They all stared at the alpaca non-stop.
Zhu Houzhao said with a smile: "You can come close and watch, but you must not make any noise, so as not to scare this beast."
Most of the courtiers were more reserved and did not go over to watch. However, a few young nobles could not bear their temper and approached cautiously, fearing that the beast would suddenly go crazy and bite someone.
The British Duke Zhang Lun, who had only been a knight for four years, saw that the alpaca seemed not aggressive, so he walked up to the alpaca and glared at it.
What are you looking at?
What do you think of you?
You try again!
I just took a look.
Hehe...push!
The mud horse spat out a pool of saliva, covering the face of British Duke Zhang Lun.
"Hahahahaha!"
All the civil and military officials laughed loudly.