Rule over Ming Dynasty

Chapter 189 What should be born is finally born!
As the emperor set the tone, and it was considered a good thing for the empire to "retain" Princess Ikexi, who was deeply favored by Manduhai, in Daming, naturally there was no longer any controversy at this supreme meeting.

Even if Liu Jian and Qiu Jun wanted to continue to stop them, they were humble after all.

Although Zhu Youtang has never talked about reforms, all important ministers have silently strived for political innovations, always keeping in mind the teaching of "rejuvenating the country through hard work".

It is hopelessly pedantic to suspend a move that benefits the country and the people because Yikexi is a Mongolian woman, and Li Yu, the official minister who pursues practical matters, will naturally not support it.

"If it is necessary to keep people in Daming, the imperial court can not include Princess Yikexi in the harem, and a prince can accept it as a side concubine!" Liu Jian still opposed this proposal, and immediately proposed a compromise plan.

"Liu Shilang, are you trying to provoke Manduhai on purpose and force Manduhai to come here?" Liu Ji, who had been silent all this time, rebuked with a smile instead of anger.

Li Yu, Minister of the Ministry of Officials, and others didn't expect Liu Jian to be so pedantic, but he was so stupid, they all turned their heads and cast disgusting glances.

The reason why they chose His Majesty to bring Princess Ikxi into the harem was that Daming had sufficient legitimate reasons to keep Princess Ikxi, and it was also an explanation to Manduhai.

After all, her precious daughter was favored by the majestic Emperor Ming, and she had to be included in the harem as a concubine, gaining a status second only to the empress. As a mother, what could she object to?
Even if she still wants to make a big fuss, she is already inferior in terms of slogans, after all, she still wanted to pay tribute earlier!

On the other hand, Liu Jian's seemingly compromised proposal did not understand the subtlety of Xu Qiong's proposal at all, but he wanted to directly deteriorate the relationship between Daming and Manduhai.

It was originally a strategy that could make Man Duhai fearful, but in the end, the left servant of the Ministry of Rites insisted on pretending to be clever and belittling Princess Yikexi.

For a while, the important ministers present despised the Zuo Shilang of the Ministry of Rites, but they wished that Zhu Youtang could kick this person out of the list of members of the Supreme Council.

Zhu Youtang didn't want Liu Jian to take things astray, so he said lightly: "You are all ministers of my ribs, and you are also extremely busy with affairs in your hands. This meeting should be as simple as possible! What I just asked to discuss is to discuss Is it feasible for Princess Naikxi to enter the harem? How should our Ming Dynasty resolve the crisis in the border areas? "

"It's true that I deviated from the topic just now, and I will learn from it in the future. Colleagues, don't disappoint the grace!" Wan An, as the nominal head of the hundred officials, admitted his mistake on behalf of him.

Li Yu, Minister of the Ministry of Officials, and others like the way they are handling state affairs, and feel that Zhu Youtang always attaches great importance to them. Although they started because of Liu Jian, a black sheep, they all said yes.

Liu Jian knew that these words were actually aimed at himself, and found that the student in front of him was becoming more and more incomprehensible, and now the court has really fallen into the control of this student who had no opinion before.

I have to admit that I was really wrong at the beginning. I thought that I would train a student who was easy to control. As a result, since he took office, this student has never followed his way of respecting teachers and emphasizing virtuous ministers.

"Your Majesty, I think that bringing Yi Kexi into the palace is the best policy! Da Ming took this opportunity to repair relations with Manduhai first, and now temporarily reduce the disputes between Da Ming and Beiyuan. As long as Yi Kexi stays in Da Ming, Manduhai must have some scruples, but it can keep the border of Daming stable for several years! As long as Daming recuperates and prepares troops, even if Mongolia really wants to unify Mongolia in the future, we Ming can find an opportunity to defeat them again!" Lu Wen, the left servant of the Ministry of War Immediately express authenticity.

Li Si, Minister of the Household Department, had almost the same thoughts. Compared with accepting a Mongolian concubine, the most important thing was to make the border of Datong stable, and they all agreed.

Liu Jian and Qiu Jun wanted to stop them, but they had less and less place in this summit meeting, so they finally chose to remain silent.

Zhu Youtang's original intention was to confront Mongolia directly, but he also knew that this would rapidly worsen the war in the border areas, and the price Ming had to pay was not low.

Now with the appearance of Princess Ikxi, there is a more gentle way to solve the Mongolian problem, and Li Yu and others already hope for a more gentle way of handling it.

As for the thoughts of these important ministers, it is not difficult to guess, the essence is that they want Daming to seek peace with Manduhai, and to ease the relationship between the two parties through this marriage.

Zhu Youtang knew that the matter should not be rushed, so he looked at the important ministers present and said, "Since everyone agrees, then let's send an important minister to Datong to discuss the truce and marriage with Manduhai!"

"Your Majesty is wise!" Li Yu, Minister of the Ministry of Officials, saw that Zhu Youtang accepted their proposal, and saluted respectfully.

Zhu Youtang knew that the crux of the problem was coming, so he looked at the important ministers present with a half-smile and asked, "Who wants to go?"

As soon as these words came out, the atmosphere in the Hall of Mental Cultivation suddenly became subtle.

Although it is very prestigious to go on a mission as an envoy, it is also accompanied by certain risks.

Even though China has always had a glorious tradition of "not beheading the envoy", Mongolia does not necessarily follow this rule.Even if the Mongols didn't kill you, they just detained you in Mongolia, which is very different from life in the capital.

That's why, if I went to discuss a mishandling this time, I might not be able to continue enjoying the good life in the capital.

"Your Majesty, the subject is willing to go!" Li Si, Minister of the Household Department, saw that everyone was silent, so he immediately expressed his opinion.

Zhu Youtang frowned slightly, but reprimanded him: "Nonsense! The Ministry of Households is in charge of Daming's finances, and now the Liaoyan rectification still needs your cooperation. How can you go?"

Li Si was very grateful for Zhu Youtang's sympathy, knowing that Zhu Youtang was actually defending himself, but he secretly looked at Liu Jian, the left servant of the Ministry of Rites, and Qiu Jun, the right servant of the Ministry of Rites, who should be the most important candidates.

In general, matters involving diplomacy are usually best left to the Ministry of Rites, and the Minister of Rites is undoubtedly the most suitable candidate.

Liu Jian and Qiu Jun didn't know whether they were afraid of danger, or they simply didn't want to serve the court. They were sitting there looking at their noses and their hearts.

Li Yu, Minister of the Ministry of Officials, Du Ming, Minister of the Ministry of Punishment, and Jia Jun, Minister of the Ministry of Industry, all intend to go, but knowing that there are many affairs in the yamen under their jurisdiction, they are not allowed to leave for such a long time.

One second, two seconds, three seconds... Time passed bit by bit, and the atmosphere became a little awkward.

Seeing this, Liu Jin, who had been standing by the side, couldn't help but frowned slightly, and found that these civil servants could always speak clearly and logically, but they seemed to be different people when it was their turn to do things.

"Your Majesty, should I leave it to the ministers? There are not many affairs in the yamen of the Ministry of Rites, and there are Liu Jian, the left servant of the Ministry of Rites, and Qiu Jun, the right servant of the Ministry of Rites. They must be able to handle them properly, so the reason for the minister to go is not hindering the work of the Ministry of Rites. Please Your Majesty's permission!" Xu Qiong, Minister of the Ministry of Rites, hesitated for a while, and finally chose to stand up and ask.

Zhu Youtang found that there were still a few people who could be of great use among the Ci officials, so he looked at Xu Qiong seriously and said, "Xu Qing, do you really want to go?"

"Your Majesty has shown great kindness to my minister, and I always want to repay your kindness. This time, I am going to discuss the matter of His Majesty Princess Naikxi becoming a concubine. The Ministry of Rites should be in charge, and I am willing to go!" Although Xu Qiong was worried, But he still expressed his position seriously.

After getting along for such a long time, he knew that in front of him was an aspiring emperor, who was more fair and wise than the previous emperor.

If you only end up with an obedient impression, not only will it be difficult to get real reuse, but you may not be able to maintain your current position for too long.

Although there are certain risks in going on a mission, it is undoubtedly an excellent opportunity to prove yourself, and it is also an opportunity for you to always be by the emperor's side.

Official Minister Li Yu and others were not ashamed of this sycophant at first, but seeing that the other party was able to stand up at a critical moment, they couldn't help but re-examine Xu Qiong.

Seeing that Xu Qiong had indeed come to his senses, Zhu Youtang nodded lightly and said, "Xu Qiong, Minister of the Ministry of Rites, is diligent and loyal, and has the ambition to serve the country. Now he is conferring the title of Taibao on the crown prince and bestowing flying fish clothes on his way to Datong and Mandu at once." Hai discusses the matter of welcoming the bride!"

"I obey the order, and I thank Your Majesty for your kindness!" Xu Qiong, Minister of the Ministry of Rites, did not expect to be awarded the title of Prince Taibao, and expressed his gratitude even if it was.

It just doesn't make sense!

Qiu Jun, the right servant of the Ministry of Rites, frowned slightly, and immediately felt dissatisfied in his heart.

He was a Jinshi in Jingtai for five years, and he can be said to be one of the best in terms of virtue, but now he has only mixed into the position of the left servant of the Ministry of Rites.On the other hand, this sycophant has already obtained the title of Prince and Grand Master, and he is undoubtedly one step closer to joining the cabinet, and he immediately feels a kind of injustice from His Majesty.

The villain is reused, but the gentleman has no ambitions, and the Hongzhi Dynasty will come to an end sooner or later.

The Hall of Mental Cultivation looked very bright, where Emperor Hongzhi and his ministers continued their discussions.

Although the discussion on Mongolia has ended, other important matters are still being discussed.

Starting from Anlu Prefecture, Huguang's Qingzhang Tianmu has achieved initial results, and the local officials and gentry's concealment of Tianmu has been exposed.

The pearl ponds in Guangdong have achieved gratifying results using diving bells. Since Hepu pearls from deeper seas can be harvested, more and more large pearls are harvested.

News came from the Liaodong side that the Aegis Battalion had achieved a complete victory in the outing of the fortress, and achieved the set goal of military strikes against the Jianzhou Jurchen who had repeatedly invaded Ming Dynasty.

The current Ming Dynasty can be said to be thriving, and everything is developing in a good direction.

Zhu Youtang is actually most concerned about Sanji Island, which is the trade window between Ming and North Korea, and also the springboard for Ming to invade Japan, so he is also concerned about the progress.

"Your Majesty, the new city is progressing smoothly, and it will definitely be completed before the opening of the two countries' markets!" Jia Jun, Minister of the Ministry of Industry, is in charge of the construction work, even if he promises to be authentic.

Since He Cong had already gone to Shandong to serve as the governor, the formation of the new army was now under the responsibility of the new left servant of the Ministry of War, Lu Wen, and Dang even reported: "Your Majesty, the new army has already been training in Tianjin, and can enter Shenzhi Island at any time! "

Li Yu, Minister of the Ministry of Officials, had already finalized the officials of Shenzhi Island, but now there is nothing to report.

Seeing that the matter had been discussed, Zhu Youtang said calmly: "I want to use this big case of liaison with Mongolia to frighten Shanxi businessmen, and I want to execute these eight businessmen Ling Chi, what do you think?"

"Your Majesty is wise!" Minister Li Yu and other officials did not like the eight smugglers, so they expressed their attitude respectfully.

With the end of the discussion, all the important officials left in twos and threes.

Liu Jin came out from behind. When Li Yu, Minister of the Ministry of Officials, and others saw Liu Jin, they knew that some officials would be summoned alone, and they were even lucky enough to taste the grilled fish caught by His Majesty himself.

Liu Jin soon found the lucky guy, but to his surprise, he turned out to be the very low-key Zuo Shilang of the Ministry of Industry.

Chen Zheng is from Yifeng, Jiangxi Province. His father died early and he was raised by his mother. His family was poor, and he was poorly clothed and hungry when he was young, but he was hardworking and studious.

His stepmother died, and he was 11 years old at the time. Fortunately, his uncle raised him and taught him to become a talent.

In the eighth year of Tianshun's high school, he was a Jinshi in high school. He first served as the head of the Ministry of Industry and Yuanwailang, and later served as the Secretary of the General Administration. Because of his hard work, he was promoted to the right servant of the Ministry of Industry, and then took over the position of the left servant of the Ministry of Industry left by Jia Jun.

The resume of the left servant of the Ministry of Industry is not too bright, but he has always had a reputation for integrity and is a very dedicated official.

If a character in Journey to the West is used as an analogy, it is probably the hard-working Sha Wujing.

After listening to Liu Jin whispering a few words, Chen Zheng didn't go to face the saint with Liu Jin, but suddenly walked towards Xiyuan Gate in a hurry, surpassing everyone present in one fell swoop.

Seeing Sha...Chen Zheng leaving like a gust of wind, the officials present could not help but look at each other in blank dismay.

"Is he rushing to reincarnate?"

"It should be Huangchai, but what has he been messing with?"

"Don't look at me, His Majesty's most important thing is Sanzhi Island, and now I'm all about building cities and ships!"

……

Seeing the background of Chen Zheng leaving in a hurry, several ministers who were leisurely leaving immediately became curious, and Minister Jia Jun of the Ministry of Industry spread his hands openly.

"Don't inquire about what you shouldn't inquire about!"

"Your Majesty is far-sighted, we will usher in a prosperous age if we do the errands in our hands!"

"That's right, let's fulfill our duties and work together in a down-to-earth manner. Is there any reason why we should not rejuvenate?"

……

Although Li Yu, Minister of the Ministry of Officials, was very curious, he knew that Zhu Youtang was a practical emperor, and now he must be planning something important, so they all expressed their opinions authentically.

Hongzhi ZTE?What are you thinking?

Liu Jian, the left servant of the Ministry of Rites, and Qiu Jun, the right servant of the Ministry of Rites, walked at the end of the crowd, but they silently rolled their eyes, not optimistic about the current Hongzhi Dynasty at all.

After about a stick of incense, Chen Zheng, the left servant of the Ministry of Industry, left and returned, but he did not come back alone, but led the officials and craftsmen of the Ministry of Industry to bring a big guy.

(End of this chapter)