My father Yongle, building a five-good family

Chapter 47 On the Correctness of Japan's Barren Land...

Zhu Gaoxu lifted the curtain. Zhu Gaoxu originally wanted to take advantage of this and continue his childish behavior of complaining.

But the next second, he, like Zhu Gaoyu, was attracted by the group of Japanese people outside.

Zhu Gaoxu opened his eyes wide, and was speechless:

"Those...are the Japanese?"

Zhu Di took a quick look and showed a dull reaction to these Japanese people. It seemed that he could not tell whether he was happy or angry. However, when he spoke, there was still a hint of displeasure in his words:
"As early as the second year of the Hongwu reign, the Japanese pirates had been active in the coastal areas, lingering in Shandong, Wenzhou, Taizhou, Mingzhou and the coastal counties of Fujian for a long time. They were like fleas, but to the Ming Dynasty, they were like a mustard disease."

Zhu Gaoyu looked at this group of bald monkeys. Because of the memories in his mind, he always had an indescribable dislike for this island country, so he frowned:

"Dad, the Japanese pirates are riding on our backs. Why doesn't the Emperor send out the Ming treasure ships and navy to teach them a lesson?"

Zhu Di was somewhat surprised by this question.

At such a young age, you have already learned how to fight and kill. Is your spirit so strong?
But...it's Zhu Di's child!
Zhu Di smiled and became a little more patient:
"You heard me talk about the Japanese pirates' harassment, but why don't you think about why I said they were a mustard disease?"

"At present, our biggest problem is the harassment from the remnant Yuan Dynasty in the northern part of the Great Wall. Whether it was the Ming Dynasty, or the Sui and Tang dynasties, they all launched wars against Japan, but why didn't they occupy it? Is it because they couldn't?"

"Because at that time, the focus of the Sui and Tang dynasties was also placed in the north and northwest, just like our Ming Dynasty."

"In addition, Japan and Ming Dynasty are separated by a vast ocean, which greatly increases the difficulty of material transportation, troop mobilization and logistical supply. Moreover, Japan's land is barren and the people are ignorant, so annexing it does not make much sense. That is why your grandfather sent envoys to make Japan a vassal state of Ming Dynasty."

Zhu Gaoyu felt that what was said before made some sense.

He was still thinking in his heart that Old Zhu was worthy of being Old Zhu.

But after hearing the rest, he felt something was wrong.

Is the land in Japan barren?
are you sure??
How come they found information from that memory that showed that during the middle and late Ming Dynasty and the Warring States Period, although Japan was only fighting over a few counties, various places were still working hard to develop gold and silver mines in this tiny place.

In addition, the "ash blowing method" and "mercury amalgamation method" and some new technologies from Europe were introduced to Japan, and many gold and silver mines were developed at that time.

The most famous of them should be Iwami Ginzan, which was also the largest silver mine in Japan at that time and one of the largest silver producing areas in the world at that time.

Huh?
From this perspective, that bunch of memories is not pure garbage.

Occasionally you'll learn some useful knowledge.

Japan...

Far away on the other side of the ocean.

At this time, Zhu Gaoyu fell into reverie.

However, he still had some doubts about the memories in his mind and what his father said, and couldn't help but confirm it again:
"Dad? Is it true that there are no gold and silver mines in Japan? Maybe they haven't discovered them yet? When the time comes, I will take Sanbao Piaoyang across the sea and help you dig up all the gold and silver mines there, and then... hehe..."

As he spoke, Zhu Gaoyu was already immersed in his own fantasy and could not extricate himself. At the end, he even did not forget to bring Ma Sanbao along. While he was bubbling with joy, he said happily:
"Sanbao, don't you think so?"

Ma Sanbao still smiled:
"Then your highness must grow up quickly."

Hiss...this is indeed a problem.

Zhu Gaoyu looked at Zhu Di with a somewhat accusing look:

"Dad! Why did you give birth to me so late?"

Zhu Di also smiled slightly like Ma Sanbao, then...twisted Zhu Gaoyu's ear and said softly:

"Kid, don't think I won't beat you up outside. Say it again if you can."

Zhu Gaoyu turned his head tactfully, as if he was studying some top-level knowledge, and focused his eyes on the tribute from the vassal state's team.

Originally, he just wanted to divert his father's attention, but when Zhu Gaoyu carefully observed these tributes, his expression gradually became indescribable. Most of these tributes were sulfur, copper ore, fans, lacquerware and the like. They looked full, but in fact, they were just a pile of junk.

Not to mention that the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty looked down on it, even a little kid like Zhu Gaoyu couldn't help but feel that the Japanese were not doing things in a fair way.

Not only did Japan harass the people of the Ming Dynasty along the coast, but when it came to pay tribute and participate in the Tianshou Festival, it also carried a lot of tattered things.

They are not even as valuable as North Korean ginseng, mink fur and fox fur.

However, Zhu Gaoyu soon discovered a point worthy of attention.

He turned his head suddenly, frowning, looking very serious:
"Dad, Japan gave us these tributes, so what did we give them?"

This question was rarely asked before.

Zhu Di thought for a while, then spoke uncertainly:
"Generally speaking, it should be something like silk, brocade, and copper coins."

Zhu Gaoyu was so heartbroken that he couldn't breathe.

So many good things, and all I get in return is a pile of junk.

Although this was a tribute and the Ming Dynasty's return gift was to show its grace, Zhu Gaoyu felt that his vision was still too narrow. He felt heartbroken and uncomfortable.

The most important thing is that these silks and brocades were ultimately given to Japan!

Zhu Gaoyu looked a little depressed and couldn't help muttering:
"It's just a pile of junk... but I can actually exchange it for silk. Next time I'll go find Grandpa Huang..."

Zhu Di laughed:
"Okay, but if your butt gets beaten up, don't call me daddy when you come back."

Zhu Gaoyu glared:

"Is the bond between us as father and son so weak?!"

Zhu Di closed his eyes and rested.

Brat.

If you don't fight for three days, go to the house and uncover the tiles.

……

The tribute envoys from Japan on the streets seemed like an insignificant episode.

After returning to the mansion, Zhu Gaoyu was full of energy again. He roared, tore open his feet, and rushed forward:

"Mom! I miss you so much!"

The other three brothers were also excited when they saw Xu Miaoyun.

Although it wasn't long since they came to Yingtian from Peking, they still missed their hometown when they were away from home.

Xu Miaoyun squeezed the strong arms of Zhu Gaoxu and Zhu Gaosui, and touched Zhu Gaoyu's head, with a hint of a smile on her face:

"After being out, I have become thinner and stronger. Gao Yu also looks a lot older..."

Zhu Gaoyu interrupted:

"Mom, your skin is still as white as snow, and your eyebrows are as black as distant ink. Dad is a perfect match for you, really..."

Before he could finish his words, Zhu Gaochi covered Zhu Gaoyu's mouth with his hand.

The scar on my butt has healed and I have forgotten the pain!

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