It was the first day of the first lunar month in the thirty-first year of Hongwu.
1398 AD.
According to the historical process, Zhu Yuanzhang died of illness on the tenth day of the fifth leap month this year.
Zhu Ying looked at the rosy-faced and energetic old man and felt that this should not be the case.
Historically, Zhu Yuanzhang fell into a semi-mad state in the last few years of his life. In order to suppress his pain, he dealt with a large number of government affairs every day to relieve it.
He was already in his sixties, and in such an environment, he was already exhausted mentally and physically.
This is also Zhu Yuanzhang's own good foundation. Although he was homeless in his youth, it was rare for him to have a full meal.
But after joining the Red Turban Army in his youth, he had no worries about food and clothing.
In the beginning, he was brave enough to be a vanguard. Gradually, he became a leader of the force. He rarely served as the leader of the charge personally. Even when he was on personal expedition, he was still as the commander-in-chief.
Mu Ying was in good health, but after suffering the double blow of the deaths of Queen Ma and Prince Zhu Biao, she died of vomiting blood.
Obviously, Zhu Yuanzhang is no less emotionally devoted to his wife and son than Mu Ying.
Although he was seriously ill, he managed to survive with his physical condition.
That's different now.
Because of Zhu Ying's appearance, Zhu Yuanzhang had a place to vent his emotions, and he also had emotional sustenance.
This is the eldest grandson.
He is the eldest grandson of Zhu Yuanzhang who was raised with his eldest sister when he was a child.
In this regard, Zhu Yunwen is incomparable.
Even if the great-grandson position of Zhu Yunwen has been determined, it must be transferred to the great-grandson.
That is to say, Mrs. Lu, as the daughter-in-law, has been living in the palace and knows Zhu Yuanzhang's temper very well. She did not lose her mind because of Zhu Ying's appearance. Instead, she correctly persuaded Zhu Yunwen not to compete for the grandson's position.
Otherwise, it’s really hard to say what the consequences will be.
In fact, the government and the public have always had doubts about Zhu Ying, the grandson who came back from the dead.
After all, he has been dead for so many years, and he suddenly appears. Who can believe this?
However, these voices did not spread.
Zhu Ying did not know that when he first entered the palace and was recognized, many ministers actually came forward.
However, these people were basically imprisoned in prison under various pretexts by Jin Yiwei and disposed of.
At that time, Zhu Ying was everything in Zhu Yuanzhang's heart. Even if it was not so obvious in performance, secretly, anyone who dared to doubt Zhu Ying's identity would be dead.
It was also when Prince Zhu Biao passed away that some thorny officials in both the government and the public had been dealt with.
The founding heroes of the early years were generally eliminated.
For example, the imperial party headed by Hu Weiyong.
In this political environment, there was no longer any suppression of imperial power by the civilian officials. It was Zhu Yuanzhang's dictatorship.
Not to mention military commanders.
Zhu Ying is Lan Yu's nephew and is the most in line with Lan Yu's interests.
Whether it's true or false, Lan Yu doesn't care.
Because if Zhu Ying did not exist, then Lan Yu itself would be a big problem.
Judging from the situation, Zhu Ying has no obstacles on his way to becoming the grandson and inheriting the throne.
Even if it was Concubine Guo Ning's idea of blood recognition, it was nothing in the end.
Concubine Guo Ning knew very well that if the bloody acknowledgment was really carried out, no matter what the outcome was, a huge gap would form between her and His Majesty.
Of course, the most important thing is that Concubine Guo Ning discovered that since Zhu Ying entered the palace, Her Majesty's mood has gradually become calmer.
His Majesty used to be frightened by anyone who saw him, and would often become violent and irritable.
Maybe it's just a small thing, and you will lose your life because of it.
The dark red on the steps of Fengtian Hall already has a feeling that it is not clean.
All the ministers in the imperial court, from the six ministers to the humble officials, all lived in fear all day long.
There is no restriction from Queen Ma or Prince Zhu Biao.
Zhu Yuanzhang, who is already in his sixties, is as scary as a tyrant.
So under such circumstances, Zhu Ying appeared.
For the ministers in the court, this was simply a savior.
And Zhu Yuanzhang became less busy because of Zhu Ying's decentralization of power to civilian officials.
I got a good rest both mentally and physically.
At the same time, Zhu Ying vigorously supported medicine.
The improvement of the status of doctors can be said to be the highest in all dynasties.
Anyone who studies medicine should be grateful to his grandson.
In particular, the establishment of medical schools is no longer just a matter of the palace. Every city has opened medical schools under Zhu Ying's instructions.
The palace's medical school was a top priority for health care.
At present, Zhu Yuanzhang has a complete set of arrangements for his diet, rest, and exercise.
Medicinal foods will be added to the daily meals.
Zhu Ying didn't know how long the old man could live, but with such blessing, continuing to live for three to five years was naturally not a big problem.
...
The Spring Festival of Central Plains culture is in full bloom in Wucheng.
Almost every house is decorated with red paper-cuts.
The people in Wucheng didn't understand this, and it was completely forced by the government.
The current Wucheng may be the busiest since its establishment.
There are no people at the commercial port in Champa, and everyone has gone to Wucheng.
Because there is your majesty and grandson here.
As a Han Chinese, I naturally want to spend an unforgettable Spring Festival here.
For businessmen from other countries, it is also an extremely great thing to be able to see the Ming Emperor and the Ming Taisun in Wucheng.
A large number of programs and activities were held in Wucheng. There were originally only tens of thousands of people in Wucheng, but this time nearly 200,000 people poured in.
There was no other way. In addition to Han Chinese and maritime merchants from other countries, nobles from Champa City also came in large numbers.
After all, King Zhan is also here to participate in the unique Spring Festival activities of the Central Plains.
Inside the Wucheng Palace.
Ananya told Ye Yueqing her request.
As the grandson of Ye Yueqing, it was impossible to avoid it. If Ananya could not get Ye Yueqing's support, there would be no follow-up discussion.
"This matter involves the Ming Dynasty Navy. My sister should tell Grandson personally."
Ye Yueqing keenly felt that this was an exchange of interests, so he asked Ananya to find Zhu Ying.
For Anania, at least the grandson did not refuse.
It's just that Zhu Ying is out during the day and doesn't come back until night.
When Zhu Ying came back, it was already late at night.
Ye Yueqing simply arranged for Ananya to sleep with him.
After some confusion, Ananya leaned on Zhu Ying's chest and expressed her request.
Zhu Ying said with a smile: "If the navy goes to patrol the western sea area, then it will be equivalent to controlling the Angkor Dynasty, the Ayutthaya Dynasty, including the sea area of Malajia."
"These pirates are said to be pirates, but in fact they are arranged by these three countries themselves, specifically to control the sea areas and seize wealth."
"It's not a big problem to wipe them out, but they will still be resisted by the Three Kingdoms."
"Is King Zhan already ready to start a war with three countries at the same time?"
Zhu Ying had already made an intelligence analysis of the situation in the Nanyang Sea. In this regard, he was even clearer than King Zhan.
"ah!!"
Ananya exclaimed, she didn't expect there were so many doorways here.
I originally thought I was just an ordinary pirate, but it was too
As soon as Sun said it, he understood that King Zhan wanted to use the power of the Ming Dynasty to suppress the other three countries.
This already involves a big political issue.
If it goes wrong, it may even affect the war between the Three Kingdoms and the Ming Dynasty.
Ananya realized at this moment that King Zhan must have known about it for a long time. If the grandson hadn't pointed it out, this was a complete use of herself.
"I understand, I will draw a clear line with King Zhan from now on."
Ananya's angry look with pouted lips was so cute that Zhuying couldn't help but kiss her twice more.
This kiss turned everything upside down again.
Fortunately, Zhu Ying is in good health, but most people really can't bear it.
"Actually, it's not impossible to help, but the name needs to be changed a little."
Zhuying said with a smile.
This king of fortune-telling really gave him a pillow when he felt sleepy.
You must know that Zhu Ying was originally thinking about how to expand Nanyang.
A direct declaration of war will not do.
An expedition like this must be supported by an excuse.
Moreover, Nanyang is far away from the Ming Dynasty. If a war is forced, the morale of the soldiers in the Ming Dynasty will be low.
There will be greater opposition from the civil servants.
Since ancient times, the Central Plains has emphasized the importance of individual masters.
The key is that what Zhu Ying wants is not to defeat these Nanyang countries. This really puts no pressure on the current Ming Dynasty.
What he wants is to conquer and educate these countries.
It is the penetration of civilization, and it is to be truly integrated into the Ming Dynasty's system.
Although invasion like Timur's was simple and crude, the subsequent management issues were also very troublesome.
"This will have an impact on Ming Dynasty."
Ananya thought Taisun decided to help the Champa country because of herself.
After all, just now...
So there was some hesitation.
"What impact can it have?" Zhu Ying smiled, and then said domineeringly: "Not to mention these three small countries, if the entire Nanyang unites, how can they still fight against our Ming Dynasty?"
"It's just to look good. If we really want to show off our face, what will happen even if we defeat all three small countries?"
"This is a small country with a tiny land. Compared to our Ming Dynasty, we don't even have a single Chief Secretary. Even if our entire population combined, we don't have as many soldiers as our Ming Dynasty."
"And this is just above the sea. Who in the world can stop my great navy? When the monsoon rises and the treasure ships sail, these small countries surrender without even hearing the sound."
"On the other hand, it's not that simple here to occupy the king. Please tell me what conditions he promised you."
Zhu Ying asked directly.
He could guess with his toes that Ananya must have come to talk to him because the king of fortune-telling had promised a lot of benefits to Ananya.
Ananya obviously didn't expect to be seen through like this, and she was immediately embarrassed and embarrassed.
"It doesn't matter. You are my woman and you are also from Champa. Naturally, there will be some things. This is normal. Just say it."
Zhu Ying touched Ananya's face and said.
Ananya lowered her head slightly, her face flushed, which was very tempting, and then she told the conditions of the Zhanwang Tea promise.
Regarding Zhu Wenzhan, Ananya was a little worried that it would cause dissatisfaction with her grandson.
Zhu Ying didn't care about this: "This King Zhan is smart and knows how to use our son's name to ask for help."
"What he said makes some sense. Our children's affairs should have been arranged earlier."
"The same goes for your father. When our children grow up, we will also get a lot of help. At least in Champa, it won't be a blank."
"But, this king of fortune-telling is really out of his mind. He wants the Ming Dynasty to dispatch the Ming Dynasty Navy under just such conditions. It's ridiculous."
In Zhu Ying's view, Zhan Wang's operation focused on free prostitution.
Talking about giving Anania's father eight thousand warriors, this is completely
That's nonsense, it's just military power, and besides, his father must be responsible for the military pay of these eight thousand soldiers.
There is also a promise to help capture the city, which is completely a blank check.
The great Ming Dynasty still needs help from the small Champa Kingdom?
In Zhu Ying's view, there are not many people who are qualified to serve as overseas vassal kings.
For example, most of the princes nowadays are very immature when they come to join the feudal clan overseas.
The reason why Zhu Ying established a system of overseas vassals was not to allow these vassals to come out and enjoy themselves.
Otherwise, it would be better to go to the Ming Dynasty and become a wealthy prince. Anyway, according to the current business situation, if they are allowed to participate in some businesses, they will definitely not be short-changed financially.
It's just that most of the princes are still too young. Compared with King Qin, King Jin and King Yan, they are just children.
For example, Zhu Yunwen now doesn't even know that his military power has been controlled by the Lu family. After arriving overseas, he just pursues pleasure.
There was no idea of expanding the Ming culture. In order to stabilize the rule, he colluded with the local nobles and cut off the advancement channels of the lower class people.
What's the point of this?
"It will be the first day in a few days. You go inform King Zhan and let him enter the palace tomorrow. I won't talk to him anymore. Let Yunwen talk to him."
Zhuying said while hugging Ananya.
In the name of Zhu Yunwen, there are obviously some more actionable links in the follow-up.
When the fleet of the Ming Navy sailed into the western waters, it is conceivable that envoys from the Ayutthaya Dynasty, the Angkor Dynasty, and Manchuria would go to the Ming Dynasty capital to protest.
Zhu Ying can naturally make some maneuvers here.
As for King Zhan, Zhu Ying's main condition was the popularization of Chinese schools.
It doesn't matter even if Zhu Ying pays for the construction here, but Chinese culture schools must be opened in all cities in the Champa Kingdom.
They are even opened in some villages and towns.
It is free to learn and does not charge any fees.
The Champa Kingdom has to issue a law that all children over the age of seven must be forced to participate in compulsory education in Chinese culture schools.
Only by starting from childhood can we better spread Han culture.
Of course, this will be met with considerable resistance.
These resistances came from the local nobles in Champa. They naturally did not want these untouchables to open up their people's wisdom and learn Chinese.
As for this aspect, it depends on how King Zhan responds.
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