After all the discussions were completed, the Ministry of Rites went to inform Li Shanhai. Li Shanhai was not displeased when he heard this, but became more energetic and immediately discussed the "three invitations" with his subordinates in the mission. He also consulted with the Ministry of Rites to avoid errors in the etiquette connection between the two parties. This discussion took two days, and then the North Korean mission and the Ministry of Rites each performed the ceremony for a day before entering the formal "three invitations" ceremony.
After three days of this, Li Shanhai wrote in the name of King Li Huo of Korea: "...the origin of Korea is the Shang Dynasty of Jizi. After thousands of years, the style of China has not changed slightly; even after thousands of years, who can? Yi Youzi's heart?
Today, our country has been a king for a long time, and its heart towards the Han Dynasty is particularly strong. It is deeply favored by the emperor, and its intention to surrender to the emperor is even stronger... I ask the emperor to understand the thoughts of the small country, to be kind to the east, and to spread the mighty virtue in the remote frontier. , Approval is enclosed, thank you very much. The ministers and others bowed to the gods in the west and thought about it. "
In the afternoon, the emperor replied with an edict: "Korea has been a foreign state for a long time. Although I have some thoughts, my great ancestor once issued an edict: 'I am a commoner, and I am the king of China. I will pacify the barbarians in the eight extremes, and everyone will live in peace with each other. He did not wantonly insult the frontiers, nor did he recklessly pursue the Nine Expeditions. The Heaven of Gaoli created Dongyi, and the land was dangerous and far away. It is my intention that there will be no quarrels with Si Jian.'
Now that the foreign troubles in Korea have been subsided, the king can live and rest well, nourish the people and stabilize the country, and consolidate the foundation of the country. Although foreign countries also enjoy the king's style, why should they ask for help? I have always known that the king is loyal, and I have given him gold-woven silk clothes and colorful lace. "
Please give in to this one.
The next day, Li Shanhai once again went to court on behalf of the North Korean king Li Huo and said: "...Although North Korea has been established for a long time, it has been a king for a long time. Looking at our country, North Korea is the land of Jizi Shang, and the county of Lelangxuantu. All the national laws and regulations are from China, and the etiquette and knowledge are all the same as those in China. In the past, it was because of the civil strife in China that we wandered outside the Han Dynasty, which was not our original intention; now the whole country is sincere and sincerely remembers the virtues of the holy king... Our country's heart is tied to it, and I deeply hope that your majesty will have mercy on you. "
In the afternoon, the emperor replied with an edict: "The name of your country, North Korea, was decreed by my Taizu. It has fourteen kings and more than two hundred years, which is almost the same as the Ming Dynasty. I see that the king is a loyal minister and a benevolent king. He can safely guard the land." , will always be a loyal vassal."
Please give in to these two.
The next day, Li Shanhai came to the court again on behalf of the Korean king Li Huo and said: "...Since Renchen, the eight realms have been destroyed. I would rather die in the country of the emperor than die at the hands of thieves, so I have no choice but to move to Yizhou. Nai Wenjin In front of the mountain county, long trees were planted in rows, and the heads of our country were beheaded. Countless rows were hung, rotten and falling to protect the bones, but only the hair was hung, or there were net scarves. It was very painful and indignant...
During the Guijia period of Chensi, a piece of cotton cloth was worth two liters of rice, and a horse was worth only three or four dou. The hungry people slaughtered and ate each other in the daytime. In severe cases of disease and epidemic, the roads of the dead overlap each other, and outside Shuikou gate, corpses pile up like a mountain, several feet higher than the city...
After the thieves came, Hunan was the only one to be spared from the cruel disaster, and all the seven roads were affected. Among them, Lingnan suffered more disasters than other roads. ... To the east of Luojiang and to the south of Jinyang, there are no more fireworks. The people are extremely cold and exhausted, and people eat each other. The hungry prisoners are thrown on the road, and the unjust cries last for nine nights.
I observe that the people along the Yellow Sea have been harmed by thieves for a long time. When they heard that the heavenly soldiers were coming, they led many of them to do their best to provide food, and some of them greeted them with pots of pulp and fighting cakes.
...The dynasty saved a small country and was very kind and generous. How can it be reinvented? In order to cope with the tragedy of the small country's war, it was unprecedented. Without the grace of the dynasty, it would not have been able to survive today.
Nowadays, the small country has nothing to repay, but I can only praise Kanyu's household registration, bring civil and military subjects, and bow their heads in front of the palace. Begging for heaven's blessings and the remaining shade of benevolence. If you still don't get mercy from Your Majesty, it's not because of the superior country's lack of mercy, but because of the bad behavior of the subordinates. I only go naked, carry a thorn tree to plead guilty, and come to knock on the royal door..."
In the afternoon, the emperor replied with the edict: "The king sincerely attached it, and the ministers and others combined their words to present the request. By the third day, I have all read it with sincerity. I use Liangde to promote the succession, but God's scroll orders Kong Yin. , The foundation of our ancestors is very important, we have worked hard and night and day, and we are afraid...Fan has been twenty-six years. Wang San please attach it, and I blame myself for my bad behavior. I can't bear to say it, so I reluctantly agree...
The king of Joseon, Li Wan, was granted the title of King Gongshun and was granted a temporary residence in Shenjing, until the court chose a place for him to return to the country. Li Shanhai, who had traveled thousands of miles, was given the order to remain in the original official position for the time being, and was entrusted with the economic strategy... The rest of the rewards and gifts are waiting for the clear edict. Admire this. "
Please give in to these three.
In this last request, Li Shanhai actually said on behalf of the North Korean King Li He, "If you still don't receive mercy from your majesty, this is not because of the mercy of the superior country, but because of the immorality of my subordinates. I only want to go naked and carry a thorn to pray for sin." "Royal Gate", these words are really serious enough.
This passage means: If the emperor still does not allow North Korea to be annexed, it is not that the superior country has no mercy, but that I, a minister, have extremely low moral character. In order to eliminate his sin, I had no choice but to take off my hat and naked body, come to the capital in person to plead guilty, and kowtow at the gate of the palace.
After talking to this extent, His Majesty the Emperor naturally had no choice but to comply with the request and accept the annexation of North Korea. Immediately afterwards, the emperor announced the reward, which finalized the matter.
At this point, it seems like things should be complete, but... it's not. North Korea is about to annex, then this war should come to an end, so the court must also take other cooperating measures.
As a result, two other edicts were announced one after another.
The first was the Ping Japanese edict announcing the victory of the war:
"I am the successor of Hongxu and the governor of Zhao people. I am the son of all the people in the mountains and mountains of Hainan. I am not the original evil, but my universal desire is to protect the famine. I belong to Dongyi clown Ping Xiuji. I am a humble subordinate. I dare to cause trouble, steal business titles, and serve as slaves. It belongs to the islands. Then I have the ambition to recommend food and get a glimpse of the country I am attached to. Between Yin Qi's horses, whales and salamanders are everywhere; in the land of Lelang Xuantu, there are sharp and sharp attacks. The king and his ministers are dying, the people are scattered, and the chapter is in danger. , please send troops to help.
I think of North Korea, which is known to the world as being submissive, but it is in trouble, why should we just sit back and watch? If the weak are not supported, they will be virtuous; if the strong escape punishment, they will be afraid of power! If Dongfang is the vassal of Jianju, then this thief is also the bandit of the gate, and it is only one person who can suppress and arrest the chaos. So he lost his life and focused on the army, and then he attacked lightly.
The battle in Pyongyang has wiped out the spirit of pride, but the thieves have a lot of burdens, and the yang goes smoothly and the yin goes against them, so they are begging for mercy. The envoy has not yet been returned, and the fierce power returns. I am aware of cunning, and I am independent in my heart. It is the talent of the feather forest in the county and the country, and the reward of the brave nobility will be generous. I will use all my clothes to clear the waves.
Relying on the heaven and earth, the yin and yang of the clan, the punishment from the gods, the leader of the thieves was killed, and the king's army drove by water and land, the good and the strange interacted with each other, the love was divided into four groups, and they worked together as one, burning their filial food, thinning their nests, and relying on foreign aid All is said and done, there is no internal plan. So the same evil was wiped out, the chiefs fled at night, the boats were burned in the fire, the sea boiled, the armor was piled on the mountains, the atmosphere was soaked and swept away, even if the bandits who had been living abroad for hundreds of years were wiped out.
When the swan geese come and return, Jizi's title remains as before; Xiongzhen invigorates the brigade, and the virtues of the Han family are spread. In addition to his first meritorious service, he was granted the title of Imperial Palace, but he still took prisoners, abandoned his corpse in the street, and spread the news throughout the world.
Yu Xi! Our country is full of benevolence and kindness, and those who are obedient will not help them in any difficulty; if they are brave and righteous, those who jump from the beam will be killed no matter how strong they are. I am hereby announcing it to the world to make it clear to all barbarians that I have no choice but to have my last resort, and that I dare not forgive. The mother overstepped her will and acted as a punishment, and everyone kept their own righteousness to enjoy peace.
All our civil and military ministers, big and small, should be clean, love the people, and serve the country in order to eliminate provocations and lead good fortune. I am more reminded that Tong has spent a lot of money, it has been a long time, and I am glad to have a rest. But at this time, due to the Eastern Expedition, more money and food have been allocated. You should know what I mean. "
In addition to the edict to quell the Japanese, there was another edict to the King of Joseon - ah, now it’s time to talk about respecting the king:
"I enjoined the obedient king Li He: The Japanese slave Ping Xiuji acted unethically, and with the cunning intention of opening up the frontier, he ravaged your country with his troops and destroyed the peaceful world. I remember that the kings and kings have shared the service and tribute, and I feel deeply compassionate. Therefore, in the past seven years, this thief has been used as a cause of attack. At first, he made light attacks, then showed his compatibility, and finally added his soul to death. It is God's will not to kill him, and he will not use troops to win his own.
Anjiang is in peace and chaos, and it is better to put an end to it. The gods are full of evil and evil, and the leaders are slain. The master takes advantage of it and chases him to the north. All the whale salamanders are killed. Clear things are found in the corners of the sea. When Jie Shu comes and hears them, his worries are relieved.
Now the king has ordered his accompanying ministers to submit a request and contribute various gifts. In recognition of Wang Huaide's gratitude, he sent an edict to grant permission, and also gave him some colorful coins as rewards, and ordered his companions to go with him as a token of loyalty until he could receive them.
Previously, someone falsely accused the king of guiding Japanese pirates. The name is attached, and the real picture is China. With my bright mind and body, I am undoubtedly worthy of Your Majesty. The courtiers discussed it, and some said that if the king loses his country and loses his teachers, it would be better to change the title to a prince. I overcame all opinions and sent a large army to help the king pacify the Japanese, hoping that the king would know my intention.
Although King Nian returned to the old capital, it was actually the same as the new capital. It was doubly difficult to revive the old capital. Although the Japanese have escaped and returned, their clan is still there, and it is unknown whether they will succeed in their rebirth.
I originally read the scriptures, and the cabinet minister Gao Pingshi, the Japanese admiral Ma Gui and others returned from Zhenlu. I thought it would be appropriate to send out important ministers and distribute partial troops to guard the king. Wang Ke consulted on military strategies, discussed the aftermath together, worked hard on the fuel and tasted courage, never forgot the shame of the past, made great plans for the future, trained farmers with materials, built thick trees with roots, and hanged people to inquire about orphans, so as to inspire soldiers.
Although advocating literature is a good thing, specializing in Confucianism and slowness is not the only way to save trouble. A war that leads to death will lead to danger, which is a profound warning from ancient times. My officers and men want to return home. It is inconvenient to save the defeat, so we should withdraw as soon as possible. You can urgently try to make sure that the Japanese don't dare to come back when they hear the sound. Even if they come, they won't have any worries. On the surface of the East China Sea, it is as tall as a golden soup, with a long hanging collar to protect it, and it will forever establish the strength of the vassal. Only loyalty and filial piety, rest in front of the banquet, the king will take care of him.
However, the king selected Li Shanhai and others to discuss the government affairs. Three invitations were attached, which greatly exceeded my expectations. When they came three times, I couldn't bear to say anything, so I had to agree. In this way, the Eight Paths of Korea will become the capital of the Celestial Dynasty, and the king will return to the capital to enjoy peace and quiet in another country.
In the land of Korea, I should send officials to teach and educate, and send generals to guard it, so that the new land of the East will always maintain peace. I should make full use of the old ministers of Korea, and the system from now on will be the same as that of China. Thank you for your admonishment. "
After three requests and three concessions, the "Edict to Ping the Japanese" and "Edict to Obey the King" were issued in succession, and the matter of Korea's internal attachment was considered completely complete.
When the news came out, the capital of the Ming Dynasty was filled with singing and dancing, firecrackers were fired, lions and dragons were danced. The heroism among the people also soared into the sky, and everyone said that the great power of tomorrow would be here.
In addition to praising Emperor Wanli for the prosperous times of the Zhongxing Dynasty, his unparalleled meritorious service and high pragmatism were once again praised by the scholar-officials. Many people even openly expressed their "dissatisfaction" and believed that the imperial court should reward the great achievements of the Pacification of Japan as soon as possible.
In the Forty-Nine City, from the Duke's Mansion to the Yamen Temple, down to the teahouses, restaurants, and streets, everyone seemed to be talking about how Gao Pragmatic should be rewarded for his great achievements in pacifying the Japanese.
Most people believe that this will ensure the survival of the loyal vassal, and it will also make the vassal country grateful and come to join the vassal. In any case, he should be promoted to a distinguished title. Since Gao Jingshi was already a marquis, the so-called further promotion would naturally only be to the title of Duke.
Others believe that the highly pragmatic Marquis is a civil servant. If he is promoted to a civil servant, considering that he is only in his thirties, this would be too surprising. Therefore, they believed that the title could not be promoted for the time being, so it was better to continue to increase the title, or to use Zhongzhi Teming as the chief and assistant.
Then some people objected. They thought it was okay to increase the title. After all, Gao Pragmatic's current title was only Young Master. Now that he has achieved such great success, whether he is promoted to a young master, or even a grand master... or even a grand master, that is not something that cannot be considered.
However, the so-called "the central decree is specially appointed as the chief assistant" is absolutely unacceptable. It's not that these people think that being pragmatic is not worthy of the position of chief minister, but that "special orders" must never be done - "special orders" are not a glorious thing. They can only be used if the emperor cannot use them. Come up with "special orders".
These people believe that with Gao Pragmatic’s current achievements and reputation, if he were to be promoted as the first assistant, would anyone be able to find a reason to oppose him? That's really weird! I'm afraid that those who oppose him will be drowned in saliva as soon as they walk out of the palace.
Gao Pragmatic was aware of these rumors even after he had returned home, but he was already too tired after completing such a long ceremony in the past few days and was too lazy to care.
Besides, the rumors are just rumors in the end. His high and pragmatic "reward" has actually been decided long ago, that is, after the crown prince is canonized, the first assistant and the second assistant will take over as the first assistant. This had been discussed before. Gao Pragmatic didn't bother to think about promotions or titles.
Gao Pragmatic's thoughts at this time have been scattered to the east, south and west. The east side is about how to conquer Japan without a fight; the south side is about whether Gao Yuan can calm down the situation in Arakan for the first time; the west side is about mobilizing troops and supplies to conquer the Western Regions. In short, he is now in a high and powerful position, and he is almost too busy with business matters. He has no time to think about "noisy things" such as promotion and title.
However, what Gao Pragmatic doesn't know is that just because he doesn't have time to think about it, doesn't it mean that others don't want to think about it either, or that other people can also think about it.
This popular discussion among the people is too strong. It just so happens that Zhu Yijun wanted to know how much popularity the two great victories over Japan and North Korea brought to him, so he had already ordered Dongchang and Jinyiwei to investigate and report the discussion to Beijing. As a result, in addition to receiving many people's praise for Wanli's prosperous era, there were also many praises for Gao pragmatism, as well as discussions on whether Gao pragmatism should be promoted to a higher position.
This made Zhu Yijun realize that the previous consideration of letting Gao pragmatic take over as the first assistant did not seem to be enough to reward him. After all, after Wang Jiaping and Liang Menglong took office, it was Gao Pragmatic's turn to succeed him as the first assistant. This was a matter of course from the perspective of the outer court and even the people. How could it be regarded as reward?
This time it was good, the emperor was also confused. Promotion? There seems to be no problem based on merit, but as the Queen Mother said, Gao Pragmatic is only in his thirties, and now he has been directly promoted to the title of Duke. What will he do in the next thirty years? Don't really have no rewards or seals by then, that would be troublesome.
Add a title? Of course it is possible to increase the title, but Gao Wuzhen's current title is already Young Master. If you move it a little bit, you can add Young Master. However, Young Master is actually only better than Young Master, and he is still ranked among the "three orphans". Not only does it have little practical significance, but it also makes him appear stingy as an emperor.
Of course, there are three princes further up, but Gao Jingshi is a civil servant and has been knighted. Now he is not in the Ministry of War, and he is no longer in charge of the army in name. It is obviously unreasonable to give him a Taibao, so only the Grand Master and the Grand Tutor can provide it.
Generally speaking, Taishi, Taifu, and Taibao are all the emperor's teachers in name. Of course, it doesn't matter if they are not teachers now. They have long become empty titles. As for the difference, in theory, the Grand Master is both civil and military, while the Grand Tutor is primarily civil and the Grand Protector is primarily military. At the same time, the Grand Master also has some unique features, that is, because his status is too high, it is generally not given to living people.
Of course there are exceptions. For example, in the original history, Zhang Juzheng was awarded the title of Grand Master during his lifetime (he was pursued after his death and rehabilitated during the Apocalypse), but it is a pity that this is no longer the case. However, there is still a difference between Zhang Juzheng's acceptance as an imperial master in the original history and Gao Pragmatic's current status, because Zhang Juzheng was actually the only one who accepted the imperial preceptor simply as a civil official, while Gao Pragmatic was not only a civil official, he was also a noble.
If we talk about nobles, then there were eight grand masters in the Ming Dynasty. According to Wang Shizhen's "Yanshan Hall Collection", they were Li Shanchang, Zhang Fu, Zhang Mao, Zhu Yong, Xu Guangzuo, Guo Xun, Zhu Xizhong, and Zhang Heling.
[Note: Wang Shizhen was from the Jialongwan period, so Wei Liangqing, who was later created by Wei Zhongxian, is not counted. This person was Wei Zhongxian's nephew, and was promoted to the Duke of the country by Wei Zhongxian. The reason why Zhang Juzheng is not included is because Zhang Juzheng had already been liquidated after his death when the book was written.
In addition, it is said on the Internet that Zhou Tingru belongs to the Taishi, but "History of the Ming Dynasty·Biography 196·Treacherous Officials" records: "Yanru was stationed in Tongzhou and did not dare to fight, but only drank and entertained with the guests under the curtain... When discussing merit, adding Taishi, The person in the bookstore in Yinzizhong gave him silver coins and python clothes. Yanru resigned as grand master and promised him." So he should have resigned. ]
In this way, one characteristic of these eight people is obvious: they are all nobles. But if you look closely, Li Shanchang is the most special among them, because he is the only civil servant and noble.
Hmm...exactly the same as high pragmatism.
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ps: This chapter "Edict to Ping Japanese" only has a few words changed from the original historical text. The three requests and three concessions are all written by me. About half of the "Edict to Obey the King" is from the original historical text, and the other half is written by me. Because there are references, this chapter is 4700 words+, so I’ll explain it here.
