Zhu Biao stood up suddenly in excitement and couldn't help but pace back and forth in front of Han Du.
It was rare for Wang Yue to see the emperor being so excited, so he couldn't help but glance at Han Du. Where did his wild ideas come from?
Zhu Biao stood up slowly and sighed towards Han Du: "You are right. I am afraid no one can explain the blood feud between the Han people and the Mongolian people for so many years. But whether it is the Han people or the Mongolian people, , Enough blood has been shed. The hatred between each other should be stopped by me."
"Okay! I promise you to sacrifice to Genghis Khan! In order to resolve the hatred between the Ming Dynasty and the former Yuan Dynasty."
Han Du immediately nodded and smiled. Whether you are a Ming person or a Meng Yuan person, living in this world is not easy. It would be nice to be able to live in peace and stability, why bother fighting endlessly over some old grudges?
...
In the morning court the next day, Han Du attended according to Zhu Biao's order.
When Bai Guan saw Han Du standing inside Xungui, they all guessed what was going on.
Especially after Qi Tai entered the palace and saw Han Du, he secretly sneered at Han Du's figure.
When Zhu Biao sat on the dragon chair, Qi Tai couldn't wait to stand up.
"Your Majesty, yesterday Yushi Su impeached Han Du for worshiping Genghis Khan on the banks of the Onan River. Since Han Du is here today, why not ask him to confront Yu Shi Su?"
Su Yushi was originally the person arranged by Qi Tai. He wanted to kill Han Du by doing this now, but he just borrowed the Yushi's hand.
Han Du didn't wait for the censor to stand up, and said directly: "Go back to the emperor, there is no need to confront him, I have indeed done this."
"Ah~"
"I really did offer sacrifices..."
In an instant, there was a burst of noise in the court hall. Even those neutral officials were very puzzled by Han Du's move. Why do you think you, a marquis of the Ming Dynasty, are doing sacrifices to the emperor of the Yuan Dynasty?
A hint of joy flashed in Qitai's eyes. He did not expect that Han Du would give in so easily. He quickly said: "Your Majesty, since Han Du admits it. As the Marquis of Zhenhai in the Ming Dynasty, he received the emperor's grace. He received the imperial salary but sacrificed it to the former Yuan Emperor. I also ask the emperor to take back Han Du's title and let the Three Laws Division discuss the crime. Be a warning to others!”
This Qi Tai is really ruthless! Not only did he want to take back his title, but he also wanted to punish himself.
Han Du immediately said to Zhu Biao: "Your Majesty, I have a few questions to ask Mr. Qi, and I sincerely ask for your permission."
"Accurate!" Zhu Biao had already discussed it with Han Du, so naturally he would not be inaccurate.
Qi Tai snorted coldly, cupped his hands towards Zhu Biao and said: "I am loyal to the Ming Dynasty, but you are devoted to the Qian Yuan Dynasty. We have different paths and do not want to work together. I have nothing to say to you."
Han Du smiled and said: "Even if you want to punish me, I should have the right to defend myself, right? What, you still say you don't dare?"
Qi Tai was furious, thinking that the evidence of this matter was irrefutable, and did not think that Han Du had the ability to reverse the case. Then he said in a deep voice: "Okay, I will let you die. What do you want to ask?"
Han Du nodded slightly, and then said: "I would like to ask Master Qi, if I go to worship Emperor Taizong Li Shimin of the Tang Dynasty when I pass by Shaanxi this time, is it okay?"
Qi Tai frowned. He knew that Han Du must be famous for asking this question, but he had no way to say no. Because almost everything in the Ming Dynasty followed the Tang system, and he highly respected everything in the Tang Dynasty. If he said no, wouldn't he be against the Ming Dynasty following the Tang system?
"Of course this is okay."
"Since it is okay to offer sacrifices to Tang Taizong Li Shimin, why can't I offer sacrifices to Genghis Khan?" Han Du asked rhetorically.
Qi Tai suddenly became anxious, "How can this be the same? The Tang Dynasty is the orthodox of the Central Plains, and of course it can be used for sacrifice. But the former Yuan Dynasty..."
Han Du suddenly laughed: "Does Lord Qi think that the former Yuan Dynasty is not orthodox in the Central Plains?"
Qitai shut up instantly. He knew that Han Du was getting into the whole set again. The former Yuan Dynasty was the orthodoxy of the Central Plains. This was a fact established by the emperor and no one could change it. If he opposed the former Yuan Dynasty as the orthodoxy of the Central Plains, it would be tantamount to opposing the orthodox status inherited by the Ming Dynasty from the former Yuan Dynasty. Even if Qi Tai had a hundred hearts and a leopard's courage, he would not dare to say such a thing.
Han Du ignored him and bowed directly to Zhu Biao: "Your Majesty, I have seen the border people and the Mongolian people in the grasslands many times. They all suffered from wars and bloodshed. I thought that since the Yuan Dynasty They are also the orthodox people of the Central Plains, and the Meng Yuan people are also orthodox people. The emperor is holy and virtuous, and has the world in mind. Naturally, he should bless the Meng Yuan people. I sincerely ask the emperor to sacrifice Genghis Khan to rectify the people of the world and eliminate the hatred between the Ming Dynasty and the Meng Yuan people. Soldiers are evil!”
As Han Du's mellow voice spread throughout the hall, the eyes of some officials became brighter and brighter.
When Han Du finished speaking, these people immediately knelt down and shouted: "I sincerely ask the emperor to offer sacrifices to rectify the hearts of the world!"
Qitai suddenly became anxious and immediately stopped him loudly, "Your Majesty, please do not believe Han Du's words. Even if the Emperor sacrifices to Genghis Khan, will the Meng Yuan people appreciate it? If the Meng Yuan people don't appreciate it, wouldn't it undermine the majesty of the Emperor?" Harming the majesty of the Ming Dynasty? What are your intentions, Handu?"
Qi Tai's words also received slight nods of support from some officials. The Ming Dynasty claimed to be the lord of all nations. If it puts a hot face on the cold ass of the Meng Yuan people, it would indeed be detrimental to the majesty of the Ming Dynasty.
I have to say that what Qi Tai pointed out was indeed a pain point.
Han Du lowered his eyes, and then said: "If we want to resolve the war, one of the Ming and Meng Yuan must stand up first. If the Meng Yuan people don't appreciate it, then the Ming has done its best to be benevolent and righteous, and has a clear conscience! After that, there will be war or peace, That’s God’s will.”
Some officials also agreed with Han Du's words. If the Ming Dynasty were to be benevolent and righteous, it would be a huge improvement in the morale of the people, and it would not be without benefits.
Seeing that Qi Tai still wanted to object, Zhu Biao said directly and loudly: "If it can defuse the war and save the people at the border from the suffering of the war, so what if I bow my head in sacrifice?"
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All the officials looked at Zhu Biao and saw him sitting fatly on the dragon chair, but his breath was extremely calm. His face does not seem to be handsome, but it contains extraordinary kindness.
Zhu Biao waved his hand directly, "I have made up my mind! Ministry of Rites, please choose a good time and auspicious day, I will sacrifice it myself!"
Chen Di hesitated for a moment, then bowed and replied: "I obey your order!"
...
The news that the Emperor of Ming Dynasty was going to sacrifice Genghis Khan spread widely after he came to court. The soldiers and civilians who heard the news had mixed reactions.
Especially after learning that the emperor chose to sacrifice in order to resolve the war between Ming Dynasty and Meng Yuan Dynasty. Some people even secretly wiped away tears and secretly praised the emperor's kindness. Although these common people may not have been to the border, or may not have personally fought on the grasslands, everyone knows that fighting will kill people. Every person who dies on the battlefield is someone's son or husband.
After hearing this, the army sergeants silently knelt down towards the palace. They feel it more deeply than anyone else. Who said that fighting can make achievements, but at the same time, they have also seen too many life and death. In comparison, if they can avoid fighting, I am afraid no one is willing to fight. As for making meritorious deeds, they are just self-comfort words when there is no other way.
There were also mixed reactions among the scholars.
In a restaurant, several scholars wearing plain white gowns sat together.
One of them cursed: "Your Majesty is confused. Our Ming Dynasty established the country by expelling the Tartars. How can we offer sacrifices to Genghis Khan?"
His words immediately attracted the echo of his companions, "That's right, I heard that it was that bitch Zhenhaihou who instigated the emperor. He is really a treacherous minister."
"Traitors and sycophants are in power, and scholars like us..."
Before the person could finish speaking, a "bang" sound suddenly came from the side.
Several people looked together and saw several scholars sitting at the table next to them getting up and walking towards them.
"What do you guys mean by this? Why, are you all Han Du's hawks and dogs, and you can't see anyone seeking justice?" The scholar who scolded Han Du sneered.
The leading scholar stood in front of this man and said in a deep voice: "Have you ever been to the border? Have you seen the battle with the Mongolian people? Do you know how many people at the border will die in the conflicts with the Mongolian people every year? You Are you from Jiangnan? Yes, anyway, you are thousands of miles away from the border. Even if Meng Yuan invades the border, it has nothing to do with you. Of course you can sit here and make nonsense. Maybe in your eyes, the soldiers who died at the border, It's just a 'poor bone by the Wuding River, like a person in a spring boudoir's dream'. But have you ever thought about it, they are all living people!"
The scholar's words made everyone in the restaurant fall silent, and they all felt the same sadness.
"Let me tell you, the emperor's move is a great act of benevolence. How can I allow a young person like you to slander it?"
The Jiangnan scholar's face turned red after being scolded, and he said angrily: "How much benefit did you receive from that piece of shit Han Du, and yet you spoke for him so shamelessly?"
"You bitch...you are the bitch!" The scholar suddenly became angry and punched the opponent in the eye socket.
"Ah~ vulgar northern barbarian, I'll fight you!"
"Girls from Jiangnan, do you think grandpa is afraid of you?"
With a crackling sound, everyone around them ran away. Everyone could see that these fights were related to fame, and they were not something ordinary businessmen like them could afford to offend. Even the store owner didn't dare to step forward to break up the fight, for fear of being beaten up as well.
There were quite a few such disturbances in the capital, but most of them were not lunatics eager to fight, so the wind turned to the emperor's side.
Shanziying.
The three guards of Wu Liangha were already very familiar with Shanzi Camp, so after crossing the Yangtze River, Han Duben placed them in Shanzi Camp.
At this time, Azashili and others were also confused when they heard the news that the Ming Emperor was going to publicly worship Genghis Khan.
When Han Du performed the sacrifice, Azashili and others were very moved, and they suddenly had a good impression of Han Du. Now the Emperor of Ming Dynasty also wants to offer sacrifices. What is going on?
