King of Han Dynasty of Ming Dynasty

Chapter 251: The merit is in the moment, the sin is in the future

"That's enough, everyone, shut up!"

Seeing this, Zhu Di scolded angrily, stopping the two brothers from teasing each other.

"Second brother, these three strategies of yours are all extremely good and excellent strategies."

"No matter which strategy it is, once it is successfully implemented, it can ensure the peace of our Ming border and even completely wipe out the entire Tatar, Oara, barbarian, and alien races."

"but."

Having said this, he paused, then suddenly changed the subject, his voice became deeper, and said:
"But as for the first and second strategies, it will take a long time to implement them and make them successful."

"The time it takes is too long, and there are too many variables in the process. It is even possible that due to some variables, the layout of several years or even decades will fall short without any gains."

“The gain is not worth the loss.”

"I prefer the third strategy."

After hearing this, Zhu Gaoxu, Zhu Gaochi, and Xia Yuanji couldn't help but look at each other, as expected.

However, although Zhu Gaoxu had such thoughts in his heart, he knew what could be said and what could not be said.

"But in terms of means, they are relatively mild."

"I wonder what you think?"

Not to mention whether others believe it or not is one thing. The problem is that once he says it, he himself cannot explain the reason at all.

When the time came, Zhu Di was afraid that he would not be able to wait and see the time when his plan would succeed.

Just say it out loud.

"Do you think this will work?"

Because in these years, the battles and battlefields from childhood to adulthood have left too many hidden wounds and many hidden dangers.

At the same time, everyone also understood why Zhu Di chose the third strategy.

You can definitely see the day when your plan will be successful.

The end result is that it takes too long.

But everyone understands that this is actually just an excuse he made for himself.

"Old man."

Because he started a rebellion, overthrew the regime of his own nephew, and sat on the throne of emperor. He needed to use some actions and achievements to silence the world and prove his ability.

As for the first and second strategies, despite what Zhu Di said, there are a lot of variables that can happen.

"The expedition to Mobei, the war, the expulsion of the Tatars and the Oaras, you should just do it normally and fight it normally."

Regarding Zhu Di's worries, Zhu Gaoxu wanted to tell him directly that as long as he could stay safe and without any accidents, he would have more than twenty years to live and there would be no need to worry about this problem at all.

Could it be that the 'Old Man Bai' in the dream told me about it?

As a high-ranking person, he also has a suspicious character, so he can only be trusted.

Zhu Gaoxu frowned and pondered for a moment, as if he thought of something, a light flashed in his eyes, he simply sorted out his thoughts, and said quietly:

"We will not engage in the massacre of civilians, massacres of villages, and massacre of captives, nor will we kill them."

"We have won. The Tatars and Walas will be compensated as much as they can. The amount cannot be too big or too small, leaving them a chance to breathe."

"At the same time, we are also working hard to implement the second strategy or the first strategy in cooperation with you."

"Use this to repay the losses caused by the war."

"In this way, we can work together on both sides without delaying each other. Maybe it will be miraculous and there will be no unnecessary turmoil in the country."

"Some of our previous plans can also be implemented smoothly."

The last sentence is the finishing touch after so many words.

He was telling Zhu Di not to forget that he still needed to deal with the issue of 'Cheng-Zhu Neo-Confucianism' at home in order to change the current situation of the Ming Dynasty.

As soon as the words fell, everyone suddenly raised their heads and unanimously focused their eyes on Zhu Di, waiting for his decision. Feeling the eyes on him, Zhu Di frowned and pondered for a long time, chinned his head, and agreed:

"Row."

"The first and second strategies mentioned by the second brother are not impossible to use both ways. As for whether to implement the first or the second strategy, you can decide for yourself."

"There's no objection from my side."

This statement came out.

Got recognition.

It feels so good to think that I can make money again and be able to deceive barbarians and foreigners!

A smile appeared on the three people's faces.

"Dad!"

"Not bad"

"It seems that you are not stupid. You have no bones and know that eggs cannot be put in one basket."

"Hahaha"

Afterwards, Zhu Gaoxu laughed and gave him a thumbs up.

The prince, Xia Yuanji: "!!!!!!"

He can really talk!
To be able to say such words to Emperor Yongle.

I really don’t know what to say about this bastard. He speaks so arrogantly and has no dignity. He simply doesn’t know the importance or restraint at all.

Is there anyone doing this?

Aren't you afraid of making Zhu Di unhappy and will directly regret it for you?

Thinking of this, the prince's expression became solemn and he hurriedly scolded:
"Second child"

"What nonsense are you talking about?"

"Have you ever talked to dad like this?"

“Really no sense of propriety at all”

"Hurry up. Since dad has agreed to the first or second two strategies, you, as the planner, can tell you how to implement it and how you need dad's cooperation. Let's work together on both sides."

Zhu Gaoxu frowned and pondered for a moment, sorted out his thoughts, and said quietly:

"Dad, boss, old man Xia"

"The first plan. We can abandon it directly."

"Let's just talk about how to implement the second plan and how to coordinate it!"

Hearing this, everyone looked solemn and looked at him with astonishment and confusion. Why didn't they just eliminate the first plan and come up with the second plan?
Sensing everyone's doubts, Zhu Gaoxu frowned and sighed, his expression became extremely solemn, and he quietly explained:

"It's not that I'm soft-hearted."

"This is actually the first plan, although it can solve the Tatar and Oara once and for all."

"But it will also bring endless natural disasters to our Ming Dynasty. It is a double-edged sword."

"The grassland is bordered by the Ming Dynasty. Once the grassland is completely desertified, there will be strong winds, yellow sand will fly all over the sky, and the sand will advance into the Central Plains, harming the fertile fields of the Central Plains."

"Although we have solved the Tatars and Oaras, we will have to face the flying yellow sand in the later stage. The disasters and impacts it will bring are even worse than the harm caused by the barbarians and aliens."

"Comparing this matter with Lanzhou and other sandy places, you will understand why I was unwilling to use it even though I proposed the first plan."

"It kills one thousand enemies, damages oneself eight hundred, and affects future generations for hundreds or even thousands of years."

"It can be said that the merit lies in the present and the sin lies in the future."

"So, I also hope that everyone can completely forget the first plan, and at the same time, don't think about implementing it."

(End of this chapter)