The imperial court of the Ming Dynasty was divided into two factions. One was the meritorious faction headed by the four great princes. They were the first to follow Zhu Xiluo in conquering the country. They also watched Zhu Xiluo grow from a beggar with no soldiers to the leader of the rebel army. Finally, Successfully overthrowing the rebellious and mediocre court and establishing the Ming Empire, it can be said that Zhu Xiluo's success in achieving glory was inseparable from the support and help of the four great princes. The four princes can be said to have made people and money, and their own nephews worked for Zhu Xi. Luo also sacrificed a lot. For example, the sons of British Duke and Qian Guogong died on the battlefield. Zhu Xiluo, who had just ascended the throne, had been kidnapped outside and the people's hearts were unstable. He also needed the four major princes to control the army and stabilize the political power. Therefore, when dividing the cake, the meritorious faction headed by the four was the most numerous. Most of them are military attachés.
The other faction is naturally the capitulation faction and the rebellious and corrupt Confucian scholars. Some are rebellious officials and some are scholars from the rebellious period. They can't rule the world immediately if they want to conquer the world. Even Zhu Xiluo, a bunch of military ministers, can't rule the world. It took a few years after the Ming Empire was established. , although there are still many unconvinced countries around. They provoke our Ming Empire all day long, always thinking of getting benefits from us, but large-scale battles are impossible to happen again, and Zhu Xiluo slowly takes control of the army. In his own hands, the role of the four princes is getting smaller and smaller. The status of warriors can be imagined. They are favorites in war and abandoned in peacetime. Warriors with official positions are better, because they have contributed to the Ming Empire. Some fields were also allocated in the year, and they could maintain food and clothing even if they saved a little. However, ordinary soldiers did not have such good treatment. They did not have any land, and Zhu Xiluo had been in arrears for their wages for a long time. Their lives could not be imagined. As we know, the most pitiful people are the disabled soldiers. They have nothing, and there are not a few who starve to death.
There is yin and yang, good and evil, good and evil. Those rotten scholars who have read books look down on warriors. What ability can a group of Qiu Ba have? They are just lucky enough to kill a few people and achieve some military exploits. That's all. That's all, the king and the scholar-bureaucrats rule the world together, and the scholars are the ones who govern the country. They are the representatives of the Ming Empire. Why do the warriors get the biggest share of the cake? The world should belong to the literati.
The military officials also looked down upon civil servants. After reading a few books, they represented sages and sages. They claimed to be benevolent, righteous, propriety, wise and trustworthy, but behind the scenes they were doing things like men stealing and women prostitutes. They were a group of hypocrites.
Li Yutang, the Minister of Civil Affairs, can be said to be the representative of scholars all over the world. He took care of his seriously ill brother and sister-in-law without taking off his clothes. His filial piety has already spread to every corner of the Ming Empire. He advocated "benevolent government" and "virtual governance" in governing the country, using tolerance and tolerance. He treats his own people with kindness, advocates "propriety" externally, persuades others with reason, and speaks truth in everything. A gentleman uses his words but never uses his hands. He will never use force to solve problems that can be solved with his mouth. Being militant is against those who like war. When others bully us, we have to protest, we have to negotiate, and we have to reason with them. Fighting and suppressing by force are not the actions of gentlemen. We should turn nature into humanity, people-oriented democracy, and use rituals and music to turn punishment. Only by transforming government into a gentleman and transforming citizens can creative transformation be achieved. In short, people who like violence are bad people, so the four great princes who gained high positions by fighting and killing became a thorn in his side. He couldn't understand what they did at all times and everywhere. When you hate someone, you can't even Breathing is a crime, and mouthing is just the aftertaste of eating shit. Therefore, the civil servants headed by Li Yutang are sworn in with the four great princes and oppose them and any of their actions and actions. In order to maintain his rule, Zhu Xi Luo also allowed them to fight like dogs.
Xie Xiangrong is from Li Yutang, and his becoming the prefect of Songjiang is mostly due to Li Yutang. He never forgets the well digger. Xie Xiangrong decided to seize this opportunity, maybe he was the one who stirred up trouble in the Ming Empire.
"The Duke of Zhen, could he be the Duke of Zhen, one of the four great Dukes of Zhang, Qian and Song Dynasties?" Kameda Jutaro's face was filled with surprise. Isn't the Ming Empire very big? Why did he meet the Ming Empire just a few days after arriving, and they had an unpleasant experience? Is it true that he was born with a low life like the fortune teller said? , if the ancestral grave is buried in the dead block, everything will go wrong in the Ming Empire.
"Yes, that's right", Xie Xiangrong nodded.
Kameda Jutaro took a breath of cold air. This is the Duke of the country. You must know that among the Japanese pirates, a small daimyo holds the power of life and death. My fate is not up to me, but to God. I can bear the responsibility of everyone in the world, and the world. No one can betray me. But I mistakenly killed 3,000 people who supported me, and I will never let go of anyone who opposes me. It is conceivable that the Ming Empire, a rare species with only four princes in the country, must have a high status. If you have conflicts with his people, you must have used up all the luck in your life to be alive.
Ruth Benedict said in "The Chrysanthemum and the Knife" that Japanese pirates are aggressive yet gentle by nature; both militaristic yet advocating beauty; both arrogant yet polite; both stubborn yet capable of stretching. Able to bend; docile yet unwilling to be manipulated; loyal yet rebellious; brave yet cowardly; conservative yet open to new ways of life.
Japanese pirates have been bullying the weak and afraid of the strong since ancient times. When faced with those who are inferior to themselves, they will shamelessly ask the other party to kneel and lick them. When facing those who are superior, they will quickly kowtow and kneel and lick them. De Gaulle commented: "Japanese pirates are an insidious and cunning cruel nation. This nation is very snobbish, and their crazy bloodthirsty is similar to the vampire Dracula in the European Middle Ages. Once you are seen by him, your throat will be bitten by him." Broken, there is no chance of survival."
If Wang Bushi was an ordinary person with no background, Kameda Jutaro would definitely take revenge without any hesitation. Wang Bushi would be humiliating the Japanese pirates until tomorrow, which would definitely make him suffer even more. , more serious than myself, the Japanese pirates also need eunuchs.
It’s just that the current king is not dead, and the people who rule the country are people that Kameda Jutaro cannot afford to offend. It has always been the glorious tradition of Japanese pirates to retaliate against grievances and revenge. It has always been the glorious tradition of Japanese pirates. He cannot avenge Kameda Jutaro. Sad, if it was useful, Kameda Jutaro decided to be a villain and stab him to death.
Seeing Kameda Jutaro's changing face, Xie Xiangrong understood in his heart that one more thing is worse than one less thing. Taking a step back, the sky is vast. Who would take revenge when faced with someone as ordinary as the sky? Giving yourself a dog's life is a gift to yourself. .
Xie Xiangrong smiled slightly, "However, Mr. Kameda, don't be discouraged. Although he is the ruler of the country, beating up Japanese pirates is a very serious crime in the Ming Empire. The prince broke the law and the common people committed the same crime. No one can help him, and the suppressor There are so many servants in the Duke's household, so it is not necessary to violate the laws of the Ming Dynasty just for one of his servants."
After hearing Xie Xiangrong's words, Kameda Shiba Taro's idea of settling the matter was a little shaken, "What the prefect said is true. Officials who break the law will be punished by the law, no matter how big the law is."
"Yes, my emperor is a famous emperor throughout the ages. He can't tolerate sand in his eyes. It was also because he saw good people being oppressed by the government and wealthy businessmen that he rose up to overthrow the tyrannical and obedient people. Good will be rewarded with good and evil will be rewarded with evil. This is what my emperor likes to see most. Fairness, fairness and openness are the best evidence of the Ming Dynasty's laws. Our emperor's purpose is to kill people to repay debts and repay debts. We will never tolerate those who commit crimes, even if they are nobles."
Taro Kameda raised his middle finger, "The Emperor is wise. The people's respect for the Holy Emperor is like the snow-capped mountains on Mount Fuji that have remained unchanged for thousands of years. The people of the Ming Empire are even more proud and envious of having such a wise emperor."
Well, I put my finger up wrong, okay, forgive the foreign barbarians for their lack of etiquette.
"Haha, so Mr. Kameda, you were treated so miserably in Matsue Prefecture. As the prefect of Matsue Prefecture, I deeply regret it. However, because of your status, this is no longer a simple assault case. This is a diplomatic incident and is of a bad nature. It has a great impact on the Ming Empire and has left a stain in the hearts of people all over the world, affecting the image of the Ming Empire. I cannot accept your case. I suggest you go to the Ministry of Rites. I believe that the Ming Empire will give you justice."
We, China, have been the center of the world since ancient times, and countless barbarians have learned from each other. Therefore, the rulers of each dynasty established a strict tribute system, and "all the countries that submitted to it were subject to the official version."
When all Tibetan tribes pay tribute, they will determine the number of tribute routes, tribute envoys, and tribute items far and near, so as to determine the difference in rewards if the king sends envoys to welcome and send off, banquets, tents, food, etc. Fan Gong must read it carefully, and then go to the inner palace. If there are any goods attached, the value will be given.
If the Tibetan country asks for the title of heir, he will be sent and registered in his country. When the envoy returns, he will take into consideration the customs, customs and customs of the place, as well as the festival of gifts and texts. If the various tribes have the ability to protect the fortress, they will be granted seals by imperial edict. When people from various countries come and go, if there are imperial edicts, they will be checked; if there are records, they will be inspected, and there will be no orders for people to leave. Local officials paid tribute and inspected the records. When he returns, he will carry out the edicts engraved in gold, which will surely be compared with the bronze talismans.
He was responsible for reviewing speeches, translating texts, sending companions to the reception hall, and checking the ability of the translators and general practitioners of the Siyi Hall, and prohibiting their communication and leakage. "Whenever the imperial court bestows gifts, tributes from local products from various provinces should be given in salty palms." The general meaning is that no matter how many gifts others give, they are insignificant, but we are a kingdom in heaven after all, and we cannot lack the gifts in return.
So every year, at certain events, these vassal countries would bring cheap products to our heavenly kingdom to pay tribute in exchange for several times higher amounts of wealth. Exchanging rags and rotten tree roots for gold, silver, and silk is a sure-profit business, so some shameless countries rely on these to get rich. The official who came here to pay tribute has not returned yet, and another group has been sent out. To receive these foreign envoys, the court also specially set up the Host and Guest Department and the Coordinating Officer to be responsible for the food, clothing, housing and transportation of the foreign envoys. The Siyi Pavilion is responsible for translation and exchanges. The main task of Honglu Temple is to teach them etiquette. It is precisely because each department has its own responsibilities. Our country's reception of foreign guests is in full swing, and there has never been any problem. It has left a profound impact on the envoys of various countries. The Central Plains dynasty is prosperous, democratic, civilized and harmonious.
But, well, the current emperor is Zhu Xiluo. People who have lived a hard life should work hard if they can. The purpose of so many departments is to receive foreign guests. Those envoys may not come every day, and those who do laundry and cooking, There were cleaning staff in the post house, as well as various officials and staff. It cost money to support so many people, so Zhu Xiluo abolished all these departments with a wave of his hand. The Ministry of Etiquette was solely responsible for the reception of foreign guests. Anyway, the potential of the people was limited. It's easy to squeeze out, and you won't die from exhaustion.
"What you said, Lord Magistrate, is true. Lord Zhenguo really doesn't care about that person's life or death." Kameda Jutaro was still a little worried. There was an old saying among the Central Plains people that when beating a dog, it depends on the owner. Before taking revenge, you must always consider the interpersonal relationships at the top. Kameda Shiba Taro was very worried that his revenge would not be fulfilled and he would offend the Duke of the Ming Empire. He still wanted to do business in the Ming Empire, so he had to worry. But he was injured. How could he swallow it with peace of mind? Kameda Jutaro's desire for revenge was still very urgent.
There is always such a kind of person. It is a big deal to suffer a little loss or injury. The world is desolate and the way of heaven is unfair. It is natural for others to be wronged and bullied, but they cannot feel wronged in the slightest. Although Kameda 18 Taro's parents died early, but he was also a giant baby. He would always make their deaths unforgettable for those who hurt him and made him unhappy.
"Mr. Kameda, you are overthinking. The first time I saw you, I felt very friendly, as if I had known you for a long time. Moreover, you are good friends with my son. You are also my nephew and younger generation. They are all members of the same family. , how could I lie to you?" Xie Xiangrong's face was full of justice, "My only hope is to uphold the justice of heaven, uphold the fairness of the Ming Dynasty, and prevent good people from being wronged. To tell you the truth, the Duke of Zhen is also a monster. I have written to impeach him more than once. His Majesty said this People have long been resentful, and it is nothing more than remembering the past friendship with Long. Otherwise, the grave of Zhen Guogong would have been covered with grass. Our emperor was very serious about diplomatic affairs. Once, an official of the Ministry of Rites wrote the wrong reply. He was involved in a court battle for his own account. If the Holy One knew that the Zhen Guo Gong’s people had beaten a foreigner and were seriously injured, the Holy Sage would be furious, and the Zhen Guo Gong could not protect him. It’s not impossible.”
Seeing that Kameda Jutaro was still hesitant, Xie Xiangrong added fuel to his anger, "I heard that the boy who hit you is in a separate business, and jelly beans are his property. He makes a fortune every day. If Mr. Kameda If you want to do business in Songjiang Prefecture, this is a good way."
The money and silk moved people's hearts, and Kameda Shiba Taro immediately made up his mind, "Okay, I will listen to you, sir. Tomorrow, no, I will go to Yingtian Mansion this afternoon, and tomorrow I will go to the Ministry of Rites to submit the petition."
