Zhu Yuanzhang swallowed.
Lao Zhu was really frightened.
In fact, it’s not just Lao Zhu,
Even Zhu Xiongying and Zhu Yunxi, who were working on the matter, did not expect that things would develop to this extent!
I originally thought that with the help of the national luck and weather,
Promote all new crops before spring plowing and enjoy two good years.
but,
To promote crops, we not only need to produce finished products,
Economic and policy subsidies from the imperial court are also needed.
To put it bluntly,
Give money to people and beg farmers to try growing new crops.
This requires a lot of money!
Moreover,
Zhu Xiongying also wanted to annex the grasslands and fertile soil in the northeast before spring plowing.
Let’s plant together in time for next spring plowing.
Using troops also requires a lot of expenditure!
The Hongwu Dynasty was very poor.
There is no way to conjure this money out of thin air.
Zhu Xiongying’s industries are profitable for a certain period of time.
Production, transportation, sales, return of funds,
This all takes time.
Moreover, it will not be able to make up for the huge expenses that will follow.
so,
Just came up with this trick.
Grab it directly!
Fill your treasury with Buddha!
but,
No one expected that so much money could be found in Linggu Temple alone!
This messed up everyone!
after all,
If it weren't for high-level insiders in the temple,
Others really don’t know how far they have amassed money!
What's even more frightening is that
This Linggu Temple was built in the early Ming Dynasty.
And what about some of the big temples in Jiangnan Prefecture? !
Some can even be traced back to the Tang Dynasty!
Such temples span several dynasties,
How much money will it cost? !
Unimaginable.
Zhu Yuanzhang naturally thought of this, and a vague look flashed in his eyes.
"Where is the eldest grandson?"
Jiang Wei replied respectfully,
"Some money.
Your Majesty, if all the Buddhist temples in Quanying Tianfu are confiscated..."
Zhu Yuanzhang sneered and shook his head.
What Jiang Wei said was too small.
From the moment Jiang Wei told how much money was in Linggu Temple, Lao Zhu made up his mind.
Destroy the Buddha.
Lao Zhu didn't know they had so much money before.
And now Lao Zhu knows.
How much money and anointing did this damn thing cost? !
and,
In order to escape Zhu Yuanzhang's search, those local state officials
Wouldn't they deposit the money in the temple in the name of donation?
There are so many ways to do it.
It's all because of one thing,
Temples are a blind spot.
Few people think about this question,
After all, as soon as you walk in, you are overwhelmed by a sense of pious solemnity.
In such a solemn environment,
Few people would think,
How much did it cost to make these Buddha statues?
Where did this money come from?
the development of Buddhism,
More and more Buddhist temples were built,
No matter where you go, you will never be poor.
And the development of Taoism,
In addition to several Taoist temples on famous mountains,
Some small Taoist temples in the local area are basically no different from small shabby houses.
Taoist priests are not afraid of meat, but they rarely see fat people.
The monks were vegetarians but all of them became fat.
This fatness has nothing to do with overwork!
Looking at it this way, we can make a judgment.
Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes flashed with cold light,
He can even force officials to accuse him of killing him just to make money.
And the Buddhist temple has so much savings,
How could Lao Zhu not copy it?
but,
There is also a method to destroy the Buddha.
You can't just open your mouth and say that we are short of money and want to steal from you.
Zhu Yuanzhang reacted very quickly and gave the order directly,
"Jiang Wei,
Send two skilled men to hide a batch of weapons in Linggu Temple.
After hiding it,
Then let the eldest grandson order the troops in the Fifth Army Commander's Mansion and go directly to take out the weapons.
You must not use personal soldiers, but the men and horses from the Fifth Army Governor's Mansion.
do you know? "
Jiang Wei nodded to express his understanding.
Zhu Yuanzhang walked back and forth in front of the dragon chair,
continued,
"There are no monks or nuns kneeling in the outer palace.
Just cut it off.
Do it soon.
After cutting, peel and solidify the grass and hang it up.
Just say that they intend to rebel and are rebels disguised as monks. "
Jiang Wei's eyes widened and he responded solemnly.
"Publish the imperial edict throughout the world,
Ask all local governors to send troops to search for thieves in Buddhist temples.
At the same time, to release the news in the dark, you can compile a few ballads,
The general meaning is that as long as you return to secular life, you will not be held accountable.
There are young people who have not returned to secular life in the temple,
The local governor's office will search for it! Toss them over and over again!
If that doesn't work, kill him!
Kill the chicken to scare the monkey!
besides,
All the money found will be handed over to the capital. Anyone who dares to keep it privately will
Yi tribe. "
Zhu Yuanzhang sat down on the dragon throne again.
From the moment Lao Zhu knew about it to the time he gave the plan,
There was no time to use a stick of incense!
and,
This hand is like thunder,
Lao Zhu did not mention destroying the Buddha, but only talked about searching for the rebels.
But in fact, every step is destroying the Buddha!
What a terrifying planning ability? !
Even if poisons of all sizes are stacked together now, they are still not as good as one of Lao Zhu's toes.
This level is really too different!
This is called professionalism!
Jiang Wei was completely dumbfounded. As a royal guard, Jiang Wei had done countless dirty things.
But after listening to His Majesty’s order,
My hands and feet are also cold.
The monks at Linggu Temple didn't know what happened, and they still wanted to come to the emperor to beg for mercy.
No one can imagine,
When he turned around, His Majesty accused him of treason and executed him!
In addition to family,
In Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes, anyone is no different than a lamb waiting to be slaughtered.
It just depends on whether Zhu Yuanzhang wants to kill him or not.
Zhu Yuanzhang was expressionless, sitting on the dragon chair,
Looking down at Jiang Wei,
"Aren't you going to do it yet?"
Jiang Wei quickly accepted the order and retreated.
When I walked out of the palace, a cold wind blew by.
Only then did Jiang Wei discover that,
My Feiyu suit is already soaked!
.........
Changfu
Strategy meeting room
After Jiang Wei carried out Lao Zhu's order, he quickly circled back to Changfu.
As soon as Jiang Wei entered the door,
All eyes were on him.
Lan Yu couldn't help but tremble all over,
asked cautiously,
"What did your Majesty say?"
Jiang Wei looked at Zhu Xiongying,
said,
"Your Highness,
Your Majesty wants you to take the people from the Fifth Army Commander's Office to raid Linggu Temple later.
The subordinates have already buried a batch of weapons and reported them to the Ministry of War.
Just wait for His Highness to lead someone to search him out. "
Yao Guangxiao couldn't help shaking his hands when he heard this, and his eyes flashed with ecstasy.
Zhu Yunxi looked at Zhu Xiongying,
Zhu Xiongying narrowed his eyes,
"I see."
Lan Yu scratched her head,
"What do you mean? Is this a pass?
Why do we still need to use the troops and horses from the Fifth Army Governor's Mansion?
Can't I just go with my soldiers? "
Yao Guangxiao said,
"Master Hou,
The use of personal soldiers is a private matter.
It is official business to use the troops and horses of the Fifth Army Governor's Mansion.
Haha, this fire is going to get bigger and bigger. "
Lan Yu rolled her eyes at Yao Guangxiao,
shouted,
“Do I fucking know that?
I'm giving you a chance to show off! "
Yao Guangxiao is a little afraid of Lan Yu,
A fool defeats a master,
Yao Guangxiao was completely dumbfounded by Lan Yu's mindless operation today.
Yao Guangxiao secretly swore in his heart,
I will never mess with Lan Yu for the rest of my life.
He sneered quickly and said,
"The Marquis is right."
