Daming: The most ruthless tyrant in history

Chapter 407 Jeju Port

Wanting to actually control vassal Korea is different from wanting to reset the Chief Secretary of Jiaozhi and the Secretary of Xuanwei in Old Port. The former would be relatively less difficult for the Ming Dynasty, both in terms of distance and system. If it can be planned properly , it is possible to obtain maximum benefits at the minimum cost.

If the chaos in Korea under the vassal state can really be brought about, and the usurper forces headed by Li Zhu come to power, the Ming Dynasty can intervene forcefully in the name of the suzerain. This is the righteousness, and it can be used to win over a group of people who are hostile to Li Zhu's group and have their hearts set on the Ming Dynasty. , supported them to ascend to power, let Zhu Yujian serve as the supervisor of North Korea on behalf of the Ming Dynasty in the name of the Tang Dynasty, married the daughter of the North Korean royal family, and helped the North Korean puppet become king, which took root in North Korea.

During this period, he was able to completely control the coastal areas of North Korea and use North Korea's finances to support the Ming Dynasty's navy. Within ten years, Zhu Youxiao had absolute confidence to turn the entire North Korea into a new province of the Ming Dynasty.

at the same time.

The Ming Dynasty also needs to complete the maritime exploration of the Japanese islands, use North Korea as the springboard and Liaodong as the rear base to achieve full control of the Japanese islands, thus forming a new order for the entire northeastern region of the Ming Dynasty!

This is a grand strategic deployment!

If this strategic deployment can be formed, Ming Dynasty will not only increase its vast home territory, but also add a vast sea area, namely the Whale Sea! !

However, if you want to realize this strategic plan, you must have enough patience and give ample time. Otherwise, instead of being unable to obtain the above-mentioned dividends, Ming Dynasty will most likely be dragged into the quagmire!

"Your Majesty, Li Qi, pays homage to His Majesty the Ming Emperor!"

"Your Majesty, Li Ju, pays homage to His Majesty the Ming Emperor!"

"Your Majesty..."

After waiting for an unknown amount of time, a series of sounds were heard in the main hall of Qianqing Palace. Zhu Youxiao, who was sitting on the dragon chair, looked at the vassal ministers who were kneeling in front of him, especially the leader of the Joseon Prince Li Jin, with a look on his face. A faint smile.

It is worthy of being a vassal state of the Ming Dynasty. It is very proficient in the etiquette of the Ming Dynasty. The rules it abides by in every move and gesture, and the Chinese language is spoken in a straight and fluent manner. The fault is that the clothes and services are slightly different. Those who don’t know the truth, I thought it was a certain prince and prince from the Ming Dynasty vassal who came to see your majesty.

This is precisely the reason why Zhu Youxiao’s overseas migration plan ranked North Korea as the first place. From the system, to the culture, to the rituals, to the customs, North Korea learned from the Ming Dynasty. It is said that it is from the Ming Dynasty. Son, this is not an exaggeration at all, but this son is an identity left behind.

Now Daming wants to recognize this son! !

"No gifts."

Zhu Youxiao, who thought of this, looked at Li Qi and the others and spoke concisely.

In fact, in many cases, Zhu Youxiao hated the cumbersome and bloated etiquette rules, but now, Zhu Youxiao liked this kind of rules very much.

Because this is a kind of cohesion!

In the future, if we really want to build a circle of Han civilization and clarify the concepts of local and overseas, Zhu Youxiao will definitely strengthen this part of the etiquette and rules.

For every overseas vassal territory that exceeds the limit of what the Ming Dynasty can rule, the royal family that wants to inherit the throne must be recognized by the Ming Dynasty, and the Lifan Yuan must come forward. But now, this Lifan Yuan has not been established yet. Everything needs to be figured out slowly.

Under Zhu Youxiao's overall vision, the overseas groups belonging to the Zhu clan will be under the jurisdiction of the Zongren Mansion, while the overseas groups belonging to other surnames will be under the jurisdiction of the Lifan Academy. This can ensure the maximum The local control of overseas countries serves as a constraint and a deterrent at the same time!

Li Qi, who was so excited, did not dare to raise his head at all, but from the corner of his eye, he could see two young people standing in the direction of the emperor.

The robes they wore made it clear to Li Qi that their identities were extraordinary.

Both of them wore yellow brocade robes with four claws and dragon patterns!

When Li Qi looked at the two of them out of the corner of his eye, Zhu Youjian and Zhu Yujian were also looking at Li Qi. However, unlike Li Qi who looked at them with concern, the two looked at them openly.

"The Qing family has traveled thousands of miles to lead a vassal envoy to pay tribute to the Ming Dynasty. Why?" Zhu Youxiao, who was sitting on the dragon throne, could see the change in Li Qi's expression, but he pretended not to see it and said in a calm tone. .

"His Majesty the Ming Emperor!"

Li Jin hurriedly bowed and said: "I come to the court to pay tribute. It is on the order of my father, the king. I sincerely ask the court to take into account the feelings of our country's vassals and allow us to communicate with our country."

When talking about this, a person standing behind him respectfully took out a memorial. Liu Ruoyu, who was serving in front of the emperor, walked towards it at this moment.

It seems that the deviation is quite large.

Zhu Youxiao did not change on the surface, but secretly thought about it. If the original timeline was followed, even in the third year of Tianqi, the North Korean king Li Hui had never officially stated his attitude and adopted a neutral strategy between the Ming Dynasty and Jianlu. .

One of the fundamental reasons for this is that Ming Dynasty frequently failed in its strategy against the captives, and the other is the intensification of domestic conflicts in North Korea. Gratitude is not guaranteed by absolute strength, it is no different from wipes.

In the past, the Ming Dynasty helped North Korea fight against Japanese pirates and prevent the overthrow of the North Korean country. It did not even ask for any benefits. Even the food and salary for sending troops was borne by the Ming Dynasty. But what did it get in the end?

betray! !

In Zhu Youxiao's eyes, not standing clearly on Ming's side and helping Ming solve its problems is a kind of betrayal! !

So after receiving the memorial, Zhu Youxiao just glanced at it briefly and showed no interest at all.

Zhu Youxiao had already guessed that the so-called exchange of needs was just an introduction.

His real intention of paying tribute to the Ming Dynasty was simply that Li Hui saw the power of the Ming Dynasty and wanted to continue the name of paying tribute to the Ming Dynasty, so as to deter some domestic forces.

"If there is anything related to interoperability, just discuss it with the Department of Revenue and the Shaofu Office." After an unknown amount of time, while Li Qi was waiting nervously, Zhu Youxiao said calmly.

The underlying meaning is very clear. This trivial matter does not require the approval of the Emperor of Ming Dynasty.

Although Zhu Youxiao wanted to promote exchanges with North Korea, otherwise he would not have allowed the Ministry of Revenue and the Shaofu to interfere in this matter. It involved the newly established National Taxation and Cleaning Department, and all matters related to customs were under his control. At present, the Cleaning Department Bi Ziyan is personally in charge, and it is even clearer to the Shaofu that the Trade and Cleaning Department under its jurisdiction is directly connected to the Tianjin Thirteenth Bank.

Ok.

When it comes to maritime trade with North Korea, Zhu Youxiao wants the Tianjin Thirteenth Bank to be the main body. If other groups want to participate, they must cooperate with the Tianjin Thirteenth Bank. This is not only to strengthen the Tianjin Thirteenth Bank, but also to appease the diggers. Those who have money are distinguished in Beijing and have the purpose of developing Tianjin.

"I summoned you to the palace today because I have another matter to discuss."

Throwing the memorial on the imperial desk, Zhu Youxiao looked at Li Qi and the others, "Those below Jianlu dared to contradict the power of the Ming Dynasty. Although Jianlu's arrogance was severely dampened before, I will destroy this group of treasonous and unrighteous people. As the Ming Dynasty, North Korea will As a vassal, should we help the Ming Dynasty solve its problems?"

This……

As soon as these words came out, Li Jin, Li Zhu and others all showed different expressions.

Did the previous court still want them to send troops?

For a time, everyone who followed Li Qi into the palace had thoughts in their hearts.

From Li Qi's point of view, as the crown prince of Joseon, he actually did not want to send troops, because if he sent troops, he might only condemn the troops controlled by the royal family. As for other things, even if he wanted to send them out, it would be difficult for anyone to obey, let alone Besides, if you send them out, who knows what else will happen.

The local situation in the Ming Dynasty was very complicated, and as a vassal state, the local situation in Korea was even more complicated. Although the territory was only the size of a province in the Ming Dynasty, there were many privileged groups, not to mention a complicated royal family. It was exactly like this. Even at the beginning, During the Battle of Sarhu, North Korea actually sent troops to assist, but it was also procrastinating.

How could Zhu Youxiao not know this?

What's more, in Zhu Youxiao's heart, to deal with the Jianlu Eight Banners, Ming alone is enough. As long as Ming can fight at his own pace, the Jianlu Eight Banners will be able to kill them no matter how brave and skilled they are!

Use war to support war, use war to promote change!

This is the core driving force behind Zhu Youxiao's strategic policy of advancing both land and sea in order to suppress the Jianlu rebellion!

"Jianlu and others are committing crimes and contradicting Chaotian's power. This is a treasonous act!"

Under Zhu Youxiao's gaze, Li Qi suppressed the complicated thoughts in his heart, bowed and said: "As a vassal of the previous dynasty, North Korea should share the worries of the previous dynasty. Please forgive me, the emperor. North Korea has suffered frequent disasters recently and the royal treasury is empty. Although I would like to send troops to help the upper court suppress the Jianlu rebellion, the supply of food and grass may not be able to support it!"

When he said this, Li Qi took advantage of the situation and knelt down, keeping his posture very low.

It’s exactly what the Emperor/Your Majesty said.

Zhu Youjian and Zhu Yujian, who saw this scene, looked at Li Qi with completely different eyes when they saw Li Qi like this.

"I know the difficulties in North Korea, so I want to communicate with each other if there is any problem. I have a secretary to handle the matter personally, hoping to solve the problem for North Korea." Zhu Youxiao said with a calm expression.

"But what I want to talk about is not to ask North Korea to send troops, but to open a port on Jeju Island to serve as a key town for Ming Dynasty maritime raids and an important place for transporting military supplies by sea. Does North Korea have any objection to this request?"

This……

At this time, not only Li Qi was stunned, but everyone else, including Li Zhu, was also stunned. No one thought that His Majesty the Ming Emperor would make such an incredible request.

(End of this chapter)