Late at night, after a storm.
"I wonder why you are so proactive today. It turns out you are asking for something from me."
In the main palace bedroom, Zhu Ying stood up slightly and half leaned on the backrest.
Although his foundation is very strong, he will not squander his energy unscrupulously and exercise restraint.
Ananya was wrapped around Zhu Ying's body. When she heard these words, she couldn't help but think of her own madness just now. She blushed slightly and buried herself in Zhu Ying's chest.
Putting his hand on Ananya's back, Zhu Ying smiled and said, "Actually, it's not a big deal. After all, in the future, Xiao Wen will occupy the territory of the city."
When Ananya heard that business was being said, she raised her head slightly and placed it against Zhu Ying's chin.
"It's just that I'm worried that Champa is too chaotic now. I heard that many people from the Ming Dynasty formed gangs in the past and fought for territory. Even the king of Champa can't control it."
"My father said in his heart that there were some daring gangs who also attacked the nobles who occupied the city. When the fighting was the most fierce, many nobles were wiped out in the night."
"How can Xiao Wenzhan control such a chaotic place in the future?"
Zhu Ying thought for a while and replied: "Actually, there is no need to worry so much. The reason why there is such chaos now is because many gangs have just been established, and some domestic gangs are passing by, which is why the chaos is so serious."
"The Ming Dynasty Navy and my brother Yun Wen are already assisting the Champa government to suppress these gangs and have set many rules."
"The big fish eat the small fish. After a while, those gangs without strength will be annexed by other gangs, and in the end there will be only a few big gangs left. By then, the occupation of the city will have stabilized."
"This time won't be long, at most about two years. Xiao Wenzhan is still young."
Listening to Zhu Ying's analysis, Ananya felt a little relieved, but still asked, "What if those big gangs control too much territory and affect Xiao Wenzhan's rule. "
"I don't want Xiaowen to take over and become a puppet manipulated by others."
Zhu Ying nodded, this is indeed true.
In fact, Zhu Ying could also directly send an army to suppress it. If Champa was brought under the direct rule of the Ming Dynasty, this problem would be just a minor problem.
But in that case, it would not be suitable for Xiao Wenzhan to be an overseas vassal state.
Zhu Ying's plan to set up overseas vassal states was to let the current or future vassal kings become a barrier to the Ming Dynasty, rather than to divide the territory of the Ming Dynasty.
If any territory is completely ruled, the people in the territory are completely Hanized, or the Han people become the most populous race, at least after Zhu Ying comes to power, the vassal state will be taken back and replaced.
Of course, such a situation is generally difficult to achieve in a short period of time. It will require at least several generations of changes, or even decades.
Perhaps by that time, Zhu Ying has already passed his old age.
At that time, if the overseas vassal kings had to change their vassal territory, they probably would not dare to have any objections.
Especially my own sons.
In fact, the one Zhu Ying feels most sorry for is Xiao Wencheng.
Because Zhu Ying knew very well that her physical condition was very good.
For so many years, I haven't even had a cold, let alone illness.
Even in winter, you won't feel the cold even if you take a cold shower and wear single clothes.
With such physical fitness, there is absolutely no problem if you live to be over 80 years old, let alone a hundred years old.
This is destined that not only is it very likely that Xiao Wen Cheng will be a prince for sixty years, but also that if he doesn't take good care of his health when he grows up, he may even outlive himself.
What a sad thing.
But there is no way.
You can't commit suicide to give way.
It is impossible to abdicate. This is a bad precedent. It is very likely that future generations will follow suit, or force their father to ascend the throne and become the Supreme Emperor, or become the Supreme Emperor.
The emperor didn't want to do it anymore, so he threw away the throne and played with it.
There were many weird emperors in the Ming Dynasty, and Zhu Ying felt that his descendants might have such weird emperors.
Zhu Ying was still in a trance.
Guo Zhong's voice came from outside the door.
"Your Highness, the time has come."
Guo Zhong has been waiting outside the door.
Not only Guo Zhong, there were nearly twenty maids and eunuchs in total.
According to the etiquette rules, Ananya was not allowed to sleep in the palace after attending the bedchamber, but had to go back to her room.
It's not aimed at her, even if Ye Yueqing is the grandson's concubine, this is the case.
This rule was not set by Zhu Yuanzhang, but followed the etiquette regulations of the former Song Dynasty.
The reason for setting this rule is to prevent the king from being too obsessed with beauty, so that he plays the flute every night, wastes his body, and affects the government.
At this time, two palace maids came over holding the clothes that Ananya had taken off earlier.
Ananya also prepared to stand up after hearing this.
Zhu Ying hugged Ananya's waist and said, "Nafei is sleeping in the palace today."
Outside the door, Guo Zhong said respectfully: "I obey the order."
The two palace maids holding clothes also bowed and left.
In fact, since its inception, few emperors or princes and grandsons have followed this rule.
If I don't enjoy myself to the fullest, how dare you and some officials to stop me and ruin my enjoyment?
Obviously this may not exist.
In fact, under normal circumstances, if you really need to sleep, sleeping alone is much more comfortable than sleeping with two people.
The reason why Zhu Ying asked Ananya to stay was naturally because Ananya just now was too proactive.
Are you kidding me? I am the great grandson, how can I let my concubine ride on me?
This simply undermines my dignity.
Therefore, Ananya must know her identity this time.
She must feel the majesty of her grandson.
At this moment, Ananya hugged Zhu Ying tightly like an octopus. She knew very well what would happen next.
A flush appeared on his fair face.
The spring night is short and the sun is high, and from now on the king will not go to court early.
...
The next day, the sky was slightly bright.
Zhuying has woken up from her sleep.
Turning to look at the limp Ananya, Zhu Ying ordered: "Come in."
Outside the door, the palace maids who had already prepared came in carrying various types of clothes.
They were already waiting at the door before dawn.
Guo Zhong was waiting outside the door with his eunuchs, but did not come in.
Although eunuchs are no longer considered men, Zhu Ying still feels a little strange in his heart.
Therefore, rules were set in Kunning Palace that even eunuchs should avoid suspicion like men.
Such as taking a shower, changing clothes, etc.
In fact, this was just Zhu Ying's personal habit, but unexpectedly it moved the eunuchs in Kunning Palace very much.
As eunuchs, they care most about whatever they lack, especially the so-called dignity of men.
This rule set by Taisun not only prevented them from feeling disgusted, but also made them think that Taisun treated them as normal men instead of discriminating against them.
"Na Fei was very tired last night, so there is no need to wake her up. Just wait until she wakes up."
Zhu Ying, who was changing clothes, gave instructions to the female officer next to her.
The female officer bowed and replied, "Yes, Your Highness."
In fact, even the maids who serve Zhu Ying are relatively delicate and beautiful.
But compared to Zhu Ying's concubines, it is a big difference.
Not to mention most of the concubines, they are all princesses from other countries. They grew up in fine clothes and fine food, and they know how to play music, chess, calligraphy and painting, such as Anania, Sultana, and Xiangzi. Their countries are not in the Asian cultural circle, and they can all speak fluently. Chinese.
Including Ye Yueqing, who was also carefully selected and initially assigned to Goryeo.
Who among the palace maids doesn’t want to climb a branch and become a phoenix?
If he is favored by his great-grandson, it will directly complete the gorgeous transformation of his identity.
In this regard, it just depends on luck.
The rules in the palace are strict, and if there is any violation, the consequences will be very serious.
Once the crime of seducing the grandson is found out, he will be executed with a stick at the end of the day.
After getting dressed, Zhu Ying came to the side room.
The maids here have prepared mouthwash, face wash, and towels for wiping.
Zhu Ying likes to do it herself when washing her face and gargling her mouth.
"Your Highness, breakfast at Guangluji Temple is ready."
At this time, Guo Zhong can enter the side room.
Ananya was still sleeping in the back room, so she couldn't get in.
"Grandpa is awake?"
"Your Majesty is awake and enjoying breakfast."
"Then let's go to Qianqing Palace and eat together."
"Yes, Your Highness."
In the Qianqing Palace.
Zhu Yuanzhang is enjoying breakfast.
As he gets older, he feels lighter, so Zhu Yuanzhang usually gets up very early.
In front of him was a table full of breakfast.
Bird's nest, Tremella and lotus seed soup, boiled eggs, fried cakes, steamed buns, soy milk, noodles, soup noodles, sesame cakes with meat, stir-fried noodles, shumai, rice rolls, steamed dumplings, soup dumplings, lean meat and preserved egg porridge, spicy soup, chicken feet, beef Pills, wontons, etc.
Next to the noodles, there are stir-fried pork, beef, and ribs.
There are more than three types of steamed buns and dumplings.
There are also melon and fruit snacks.
There are seventy-seven forty-nine plates in total.
The emperor's breakfast is so unpretentious and simple.
Because there were too many, it was naturally impossible to get caught. There were six maids and six eunuchs waiting next to them.
All you need is a finger from your Majesty, and it will be served immediately.
Here, each palace maid and eunuch is responsible for the dishes and has been trained. It will not happen that two palace maids will serve the same dish at the same time.
Of course it was impossible for Zhu Yuanzhang to say that he had finished eating them all, not even with Zhu Ying.
The uneaten food will not be wasted, but will be given to the palace maids and eunuchs.
"My grandson was very tired last night. Come here, there are sea cucumber buns, ginseng dumplings, and wolfberry bird's nests made by Guanglu Temple. It's just a good time for you to replenish your health."
Zhu Yuanzhang watched his eldest grandson coming and joked with a smile.
Zhu Ying didn't bother with any red tape and sat directly next to Zhu Yuanzhang.
This is obviously inconsistent with etiquette, but it is in line with Zhu Yuanzhang's wishes.
Although he is an emperor, he prefers the close family feeling of ordinary people.
In the past, when Prince Zhu Biao or other princes were dining with him, they would sit upright and not look sideways.
Why are you so silent?
This made Zhu Yuanzhang feel a little alienated from his sons.
On the contrary, it was Dasun's behavior that made him extremely comfortable.
"A letter came from Zhenla last night. You were doing something, so I didn't want to disturb you."
"It's about Lan Yu. You asked this kid to go to Zhenla. Now it's a good time, there is a war on all sides."
Zhu Yuanzhang took a sip of soy milk and said.
Zhu Ying ate several sea cucumber steamed buns in a row. She had indeed consumed some food last night, and of course she had to make up for it. After hearing what the old man said, Zhu Ying asked: "Who is he fighting, Zhen La?"
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and said, "The princess of Zhenla is your concubine. No matter how arrogant Lan Yu is, she will still notice the impact."
"It's those people from Siam. When they were invading Chenla, they happened to be touched by Lan Yu."
"The commander in charge was also an idiot. He thought Lan Yu was Zhenla's reinforcements and started fighting directly."
"Lanyu didn't expect Siam to dare to attack him. It is said that he suffered a small loss."
"This guy also had a bad temper. He didn't even go to Chenla. He started fighting with Siam right on the border of Chenla."
Zhu Ying was a little confused and said: "How could Lan Yu and the others encounter the Siamese army when they took the sea route?"
Zhu Yuanzhang explained: "Siam was also unlucky. They specially hired a group of cavalry to land in Zhenla from the sea in a roundabout way. They happened to encounter Lan Yu."
"They had a big plan this time. They sent out 100,000 soldiers. When they saw that Lan Yu only had more than 10,000 people, they planned to devour them directly."
Zhu Ying asked, "Didn't he bring 30,000 soldiers? How could there be only more than 10,000?"
Zhu Yuanzhang replied: "Lanyu, the boy, thought nothing would happen, so he left half of the troops on the ship. If we really send out all of them, Siam can still get a good deal, and Lan Yu will not suffer a loss."
Many of those who followed Lan Yu were from Chang Yuchun's old tribe, and now they also belong to Lan Yu's direct lineage. Among the Ming army, they were naturally the most elite group.
Even in China, an ordinary guard station needs at least twice the number to dare to fight.
If Siam's 100,000 soldiers meet Lan Yu's 30,000 elite troops, a defeat is inevitable.
The armaments and weapons are not on the same level.
Zhu Ying thought for a moment and said, "The Ayutthaya Dynasty and the Manchurian Empire are colluding together. They have been guarding the Strait of Malacca for a long time to collect money from passing merchant ships."
"Many of my Ming Dynasty's goods were intercepted here and then sold to Central Asian countries at high prices."
"My grandson sent a navy fleet last year to expel them and control the Strait of Malacca. I think Siam and Malacca must be dissatisfied and are secretly planning a plan."
"Managa is good at water warfare, and most of the country's military forces are at sea. Siam sent 100,000 troops to attack by sea. It is impossible to hide it from Managa. The two countries may have secretly united to attack Chenla. .”
"Zhenla has lasted for more than six hundred years, and the Wucheng dynasty has become extremely decayed. Even so, it is not easy for Siam to take Chenla alone. If they join forces with Manchuria and Lajia to attack from both sides, Chenla will have The danger of national subjugation."
"The two countries chose to join forces to fight against Chenla at this time. I think it is inseparable from my sending a naval fleet to control the Strait of Malacca."
"If they really destroy Chenla, then everything within the Strait of Malacca will be completely unified, which will be a huge threat to our Ming Navy fleet."
Zhu Ying's political sense is very sensitive.
In fact, when he sent the naval fleet to the Strait of Malacca, he had already predicted that Siam and Malacca would definitely cause trouble.
Because Malacca represents huge interests.
Especially for Manlajia, it can be said that almost all of the country's wealth comes from the sea.
Although Malacca was lost, it would not completely cut off Malacca's maritime financial routes. Their land was connected to the Nanyang Peninsula, and they were also doing maritime business.
But such a huge loss will definitely make King Manlajia and the nobles in the country bleed.
It's just that the Ming Dynasty is strong and its naval fleet is invincible. The Manchurian Kingdom alone cannot resist it.
But Manlajia will definitely not be reconciled to this, and it is normal to join forces with Siam.
Zhu Yuanzhang recognized Da Sun's analysis very much.
"Dasun is right. Siam and Managa seem to be fighting against Zhenla, but in fact, the one they want to deal with in the end is our Ming Dynasty."
"Chenla and Siam have been at war since ancient times. If Manlajia wants to choose an ally to fight against our Ming Dynasty, he must choose Siam."
"Compared to the decay of Chenla, Siam has become quite strong in recent years. According to the information from Tianjie Temple, the Ayutthaya dynasty in Siam is now extremely strong. This time, they should be the ones to unite with Manlajia. The guy named King Wutong made the decision."
"We still remember that in the thirteenth year of Hongwu, the envoys of the Sukhothai dynasty in northern Siam and the newly arrived Ayutthaya dynasty fought in our Tianjie Temple."
"This Sukhothai is similar to Chenla. It is extremely decayed internally. It was defeated continuously by the Ayutthaya Dynasty. It is estimated that the country will be destroyed sooner or later."
"Wutong Wangye
I have a big heart, but this guy is a few years older than us, and he is probably going to die soon. "
Zhu Yuanzhang knew something about the situation in Siam, so he told his eldest son about it.
After Zhu Ying heard this, he smiled and said: "This Ayutthaya dynasty is so courageous. Even before Siam was conquered, they wanted to share the food of Zhenla, and finally they dared to fight with me, the Ming Dynasty."
"It is estimated that Manlajia has brought great benefits to the Ayutthaya Dynasty, otherwise it would not have sent 100,000 troops to launch a sneak attack on Chenla."
"One hundred thousand soldiers, this is probably not a sneak attack, it's just an attempt to capture Zhenla in one fell swoop."
"I have to say, if I hadn't encountered Sapphire, Zhenla might not have been able to withstand this move."
Angkor Thom, the royal capital of Chenla, is not far from Linhai.
These 100,000 surprise troops obviously wanted to capture Angkor Thom in one fell swoop.
Even if the attack fails and the king is in danger, the Angkor Dynasty will definitely call back the troops at the border to protect Angkor Thom. The Ayutthaya Dynasty will be able to easily capture the border, and then the two armies will join together and approach the gates of Angkor Thom.
By this time, the grandfather and grandson had also finished their breakfast.
Zhu Yuanzhang waved his hand, and the palace maid and eunuch next to him immediately came forward to clean up. Another female official brought towels to wipe the grandfather and grandson.
Zhu Ying didn't like others doing anything, so she took it and wiped it and gave it back.
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and said to Zhu Ying: "We will instruct Guanglu Temple later to prepare more medicinal materials for the great grandson to nourish."
"A letter came from Champa yesterday. Dasun was busy in the middle of the night. Now Zhenla has also received a letter. It seems that Dasun will have to work hard again tonight."
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