Daming: I, Yang Xian, really govern Yang!

Chapter 192: Cutting the grass and eradicating the roots (4k)

"If we want to fundamentally destroy the tribal model of the Beiyuan people, the first thing to do is to change their living habits. What we need to do is to implement a large-scale model of growing pasture and raising livestock in Mobei."

Yang Xian looked at Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao, and then said: "The imperial court provided forage grass seeds and various other farming tools, and at the same time sent professionals to tutor them and cultivate their farming abilities."

Yang Xian's purpose was to transform the Beiyuan people from their original nomadic lifestyle into the same farming lifestyle as the Han people, and to change their livestock from free-range to today's pasture-based confinement mode.

In this way, these herders on the grassland will be completely controlled by this land.

It was the original extensive nomadic life that created the previous batch of invincible steppe cavalry.

Yang Xian's method is a continuation of the previous wool trade ideas and strategies, but since Mobei has been conquered, this time it is more thorough.

After listening to Yang Xian's words, Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and said with a smile: "Yang Guogong's plan is very good. It is easy to move from frugality to luxury, but it is difficult to move from luxury to frugality. In this way, after the people of Beiyuan have become accustomed to a comfortable life, they will It’s not easy to go back.”

"By then, even if they want to rebel, they won't have the ability." Zhu Biao added from the side.

"Okay, okay, Yang Xian, you did a great job!"

Zhu Yuanzhang laughed loudly, and the more he thought about it, the happier he became.

The reason why the Yuan Dynasty was so powerful was precisely because of their simple life structure.

Although this simple life structure is rough, it can survive in the bitter cold outside the Great Wall, relying on the natural survival of the fittest.

In this way, generations pass by.

The surviving Beiyuan people were born to be powerful warriors, and even the women and children were much stronger than the scholars here in the Central Plains.

In addition, he has honed his unique riding and shooting skills the day after tomorrow.

This was how the original Whip of God was achieved, sweeping across the Central Plains and even Europe.

What Yang Xian did was a win-win situation for himself.

From now on, the Ming court no longer had to worry about the rebellion of the grassland people, and it no longer had this intimate worry.

The grassland people have since then led a better life. They no longer have to graze on grass and live in danger as before.

Yang Xian was able to earn a lot of merit points, which was very satisfying.

After Yang Xian waited for Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao to digest the news, he then said: "In addition to changing their way of life, we also have to change their culture, that is, to completely Chineseize them. This is due to the fact that Qian Yuanben has made With this foundation in place for the tribesmen to learn Han culture, there will be much less resistance to implementation."

"Then one thing to do is to intermarry between Han and Mongolia, and let Han people marry women from the grasslands. After about three generations, there will be no possibility of rebellion, because by then the people from the grasslands have completely integrated into us."

Yang Xian proposed that all Mongolians must learn Han culture in the future.This includes learning Chinese language, Chinese characters, Chinese rituals, Chinese clothing, etc.These requirements may seem simple, but they are actually a policy of assimilation.Yang Xian wanted to use this method to make the Mongolians gradually give up their own national characteristics and identity and instead accept the culture and ideas of the Han people.

In order to help these Mongolians assimilate with the Han people as soon as possible and prevent them from rebelling against the Ming Dynasty, Yang Xian also made a suggestion.

That is, for a period of time, intermarriage within the Mongolian ethnic group is prohibited, and Mongolian women must marry Han people, while Mongolian men must become the son-in-law of Han families.

Privately, try to reduce the contact between Mongolians and allow them to fully integrate into Han families.Even if some Mongolian survivors were rebellious, they would not be able to contact their own people, so the plan would naturally not succeed.

The entire Mongolian people were dispersed and flowed into various cities across the country in batches.

At the same time, a group of Han people were sent into Mobei to open up wasteland.

We can see from history that the assimilation ability of Han culture is very powerful.The powerful Northern Wei Dynasty was forcibly assimilated by the Han people and disappeared from history.And these Mongolians who have studied Han culture for a long time will soon be completely integrated into the Ming Dynasty.Not only can they speak fluent Chinese, they can also wear gorgeous Hanfu and abide by Han Chinese etiquette and customs.

Their children will also fully identify themselves as Han Chinese, not Mongolians.In this way, the culture and lineage of the Mongolian people will gradually fade and disappear, while the culture and lineage of the Han people will gradually strengthen and expand.

Yang Xian explained the entire Mobei grassland transformation plan he had formulated to Zhu Yuanzhang one by one, and at the same time focused on some of the things that needed special attention.

"Of course, these things cannot be accomplished overnight and need time to be digested slowly. At present, the entire Mobei Grassland has just surrendered, and we still need those former Yuan nobles and tribal leaders to stabilize the situation."

"We just need to move them to the inner city and monitor them well."

Yang Xian will never let the Mongolians re-manage the grasslands, because although doing so will be beneficial to management stability in the short term, in the long term it will be detrimental to ethnic integration.

"Your Majesty, the entire Mobei grassland needs major transformation, a lot of infrastructure construction, and the planning and construction of new cities," Yang Xianyue said, his eyes shining brighter.

Because he has traveled through time and knows clearly that infrastructure construction is an important support for economic growth and is vital to a country.

The reason why rabbits were able to develop rapidly in the devastated land after the war was that it only took a few decades to finally stand on top of the world, shoulder to shoulder with the bald eagle.

The country's vigorous promotion of infrastructure construction has played a key role.

It has been proven that this is a feasible path, and Yang Xian now only needs to follow in the footsteps of his predecessors.

"Okay, okay, very good. Everything will be implemented according to Yang Guogong's plan. Prince, you can go down later and ask the Zhongshu Province to come up with a specific charter." Zhu Yuanzhang said happily.

"Yes, Father." Zhu Biao responded.

To carry out infrastructure construction, a large amount of financial support is needed.

Originally, the Ming Dynasty's treasury would definitely not be able to provide so much money. For this Northern Expedition, Zhu Yuanzhang was already prepared to have his treasury emptied.

But after the entire Northern Expedition, the treasury not only did not decrease, but became more abundant.

You must know that this is after rewarding the meritorious soldiers and providing compensation to the families of the wounded and wounded soldiers.

This step can be achieved because of two reasons.

The first is that under the leadership of Yang Xian, both the time it took to capture Beiyuan and the casualties of soldiers were far beyond Zhu Yuanzhang's expectations.I don’t know how much food and grass this has saved for the national treasury.

The second point is that even Yang Xian did not expect that Beiyuan's family wealth would be so rich.

In addition to a large number of cattle, sheep and horses, boxes and boxes of gold and silver were brought back to the capital from Mobei.

The Northern Yuan royal family was so arrogant and extravagant, so it was no wonder that the country would eventually perish.

The matter in Mobei Grassland has finally come to an end for the time being.

The remaining remnants of the Northern Yuan Dynasty in Liaodong and Yunnan are left. When the next spring comes, Zhu Yuanzhang will once again arrange for others to lead the expedition.

For Zhu Yuanzhang, people are in high spirits when happy events happen recently.

After the victory of the Northern Expedition, Zhu Yuanzhang received another memorial from Li Shanchang.

After reading the contents of the memorial, Zhu Yuanzhang was overjoyed and immediately summoned Li Shanchang to discuss the matter.

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Li Shanchang and said: "Shanchang, we have read the trick you gave us several times, and the more we read it, the more we feel it is incompatible. But we think, if we really do this, Those ministers will disapprove. Especially those officials who speak loudly will definitely talk too much."

"The princes have grown up one after another, and they should be granted the throne and vassal status. Grant them important border duties and let them serve the country." Li Shanchang expressed his position unswervingly as soon as they met.

"Edicting the title of prince is related to the future of the Ming Dynasty. The emperor does not need to hesitate. The talents of the second and third princes are also obvious to everyone in the court. Especially the fourth prince, his literary, Taoist and military strategies are among the best in this dynasty. His ability, this The Second Northern Expedition has fully proved that. Even many veteran generals may not be able to compare with him. It is a blessing from God that the Ming Dynasty has such dragons and grandsons."

"I will take the liberty to tell you again and confer a title on the prince so that they can be prepared to unite the troops and guard the border in the future."

Saying this, Li Shanchang bowed and bowed again.Zhu Yuanzhang specially summoned Li Shanchang into the palace today just to test his tone one last time.

Li Shanchang's opinions can represent the opinions of many courtiers.

Zhu Yuanzhang was very satisfied with Li Shanchang's performance, and said with a smile: "Shanchang, you are almost the longest-serving minister with us. Even my sister said that Mr. Li is both a teacher, a friend, and a brother. My Lord, he also said that good people are long. Look how nice these words are, we can’t even say them even if we want to.”

"I am about to turn sixty. Looking back on this life, I can only be glad that I met the Ming Lord, and that is why I have today's glory." Li Shanchang said.

"Shan Chang, we will do as you wish and formally announce this matter at the court meeting tomorrow morning." Zhu Yuanzhang smiled.

Li Shanchang made the right bet again.

Beijing.

Duke of Wei.

Tang He came to visit.

The two brothers rarely drank together again.

"Third brother, it seems that our eldest brother will soon divide the thrones among the princes." Tang He said.
"Second brother's estimates are mostly close to the same thing." Xu Da put down the wine glass in his hand and said with a smile.

"Have you played?" Tang He then asked.

Xu Da shook his head and said: "It is better for me to be less talkative about the emperor's family affairs. Now he is not only our eldest brother, but also our emperor."

Xu Da's words were obviously reminding Tang He.

How could Tang He not hear it? He picked up the wine glass in his hand and drank it in one gulp.

"I heard that Mr. Li has already made a report and is trying to persuade him to come in." Tang He looked complicated and drank another glass before continuing. "You think Mr. Li is such a talented person, how can he not know the consequences of being crowned king? Why would he do this?"

Xu Da picked up the wine pot, filled the wine glass for Tang He, and consoled him: "Second brother, people change. Mr. Li today is no longer the one riding a donkey that we saw when we invaded Dingyuan County. Faced with our bunch of red scarf troops, Mr. Li is unfazed by honor and disgrace."

Tang He drank several glasses of wine and was already a little drunk.

His eyes were blurred and he said: "Third brother, you said that Mr. Li is no longer the same Mr. Li as before, so you are still the same you, I am still the same me, and the eldest brother is still the same eldest brother?"

Xu Da was speechless.

Sincerely.

After receiving the reward, Yang Xian came to see his teacher Liu Bowen today.

You must have the proper etiquette.

It's just that there are a lot of guests in Chengcheng's Mansion today.

Xiao Liuzi was about to make a report, but Yang Xian raised his hand to stop him.

in the hall.

Many officials from the Metropolitan Procuratorate came.

"Liu Zhongcheng, there are rumors outside that the emperor will allocate thrones to the princes, and many people in the court have followed suit and persuaded them to join. Among them is Li Xiangguo of Zhongshu Province. Under the leadership of Li Xiangguo, Zhongshu Province, Liubu Many officials are choosing to follow through.”

Inspector Chen Huaiyi said angrily: "Liu Zhongcheng, at this time of crisis for the country, you should lead us all to write a letter to remonstrate."

"Please Liu Zhongcheng, lead us all to save the Ming Dynasty from fire and water!"

The other officials from the Metropolitan Procuratorate also stood up and bowed.

Liu Bowen, who was sitting in the main seat, looked as sinking as water.

Just when Liu Bowen was about to speak.

Yang Xian walked in from outside the house.

"Student Yang Xian, meet the teacher." Yang Xian gave a respectful student salute.

Seeing Yang Xian, Liu Bowen, who had looked extremely ugly just now, finally showed a smile.

Liu Bowen smiled and said: "Xiwu is here, sit here quickly."

"Xiao Liuzi, you didn't know how to report the distinguished guest." Liu Bowen looked at Xiao Liuzi who came in with Yang Xian and said.

"I told Xiao Liuzi not to say anything. The teacher was having a lively discussion just now. I don't know what they were talking about." Yang Xian said with a smile.

"See Yang Guogong!"

"See Yang Guogong!"

When the officials in the room saw Yang Xian, they all saluted.

Yang Xian waved his hand and said, "I'm here today. I'm just the teacher's student. My colleagues don't need to be polite."

Liu Bowen glanced at everyone and recounted what had just happened with a complicated expression.

Chen Huaiyi followed up and said: "Mr. Yang Guo came just in time. You are now a popular person around the emperor. If you write a letter to advise, the emperor will definitely listen."

You guys, if you want to die, don't get involved with me.

Yang Xian thought in his mind.

Although he can't die.

In fact, his teacher Liu Bowen saw the current situation very clearly, but in his position, it was really difficult to say many things.

Therefore, Yang Xian could only do it for him.

"As for the enfeoffment of the kings, I have just submitted a memorial through His Highness the Crown Prince." Yang Xian said with a smile.

After listening to Yang Xian's words, some of the imperial censors smiled and applauded.

"Mr. Yang Guogong is worthy of being Liu Zhongcheng's disciple."

Only Liu Bowen, who was sitting next to Yang Xian, noticed the abnormality.

Sure enough, the next moment, Yang Xian continued to speak: "But I'm afraid I will disappoint everyone, because my memorial is to encourage progress, not to dissuade."

The voice did not fall.

The smiles on the faces of the censors and officials present froze as soon as they bloomed.

(End of this chapter)