Mao Xiang rushed outside Huagai Hall, but Zhang Huan stopped him.
There was laughter in the hall, hearty and cheerful.
Mao Xiang's eyes lit up, and he took Zhang Huanzhi aside and asked, "I'm in a good mood today, what good things can I do?"
When Zhang Huan saw that it was Mao Xiang, he did not hide it: "Hu Xiang accompanied the superior in the palace and talked about the border affairs of Duo Sima and Duo Gansi. The Suonan Wupai who guarded there came to Jinling in an hour, hoping that the imperial court would give him a seal. The superior is in a good mood to protect the local area, and is discussing the promotion of Suo Nanwu from Duo Ganwei's commanding officer to commanding co-instructor."
Mao Xiang showed a smile on his face: "Since the third year of Hongwu, when Parmo Drukpa Disheksha Gyaltsen of Uszang sent envoys to the court to ask for the title, leaders of both large and small monks and laymen from Uszang, Duogan and other places have been coming to Jinling. , some Buddhist temples sent envoys to beg for surrender to the Hu Temple, and Duogan and Wuszang were pacified, which made them worry about going to the throne."
Zhang Huan nodded heavily and asked, "Why did you come here to see me?"
Mao Xiang took out a scroll and said softly: "The inspector found that Zhang He of Shanyang has entered Jinling, and sent a special message..."
Inside the Huagai Hall.
Hu Weiyong respectfully praised: "The leaders of Duogan and Uzang surrendered one after another and sent people to beg for surrender, all thanks to your majesty's good strategy. Three years ago, he proposed that 'as an official, you must abide by the laws of the court and appease one party; as a monk, He must be sincere in his guidance, lead the people to do good, and use the policy of enjoying peace together. The leaders of monks and laymen in Wuzang and Duogan supported and supported him. This is why today there is an endless stream of people coming to Jinling to surrender."
Zhu Yuanzhang was in a good mood. He stood in front of a map and nodded: "The surrender of Duogan and Wuzang will suddenly reduce the pressure in the southwest. Yunnan is dangerous and remote, and the Liang King is guarding it and blocking the main roads. Even so, they still He overcame numerous difficulties and dangers to come and beg for surrender, which shows that his intentions are solid."
Hu Weiyong pointed in the direction of Yunnan: "Your Majesty, the land of Sichuan and Shu was conquered in four years, and Great Xia was already wiped out. However, this Yunnan area was divided by the King of Liang. This person regarded the Yuan Dynasty in the north as Zhengshuo and did not obey the destiny. Now, now Duo Gan and Wu Zang surrendered, cutting off the Liang King's westward retreat. Guards have been stationed in Guangxi, and Yunnan can be invaded from Sichuan and Guangxi. The uneven southwest is always a problem."
Zhu Yuanzhang looked toward the southwest on the map and pondered silently.
The reason why Duo Gan and Wu Zang surrendered to the Ming Dynasty was because the Ming Dynasty cut off the key road between Wu Zang, Duo Gan and Yuan Ting:
Hexi Corridor!
The Western Expedition captured this key corridor, and the Ming army controlled the northwest front line. It was too difficult for Wuszang and Duogan to get in touch with Yuan Ting again.
Without the protection of the Yuan court, the Ming army controlled the Hexi area and could peek at the plateau at any time. The monks and lay leaders of Uzang and Duogan were very shrewd. They could see that the Yuan court was not good enough and it was time to change the court. This was the case. Groups of people came to surrender.
There was no proper strategy, no brilliant divine power, but it was just the military front of the Ming Dynasty that forced them to choose this path.
On the other hand, King Liang of Yunnan, relying on the natural dangers and geographical advantages, was always unwilling to surrender. He could only kill such an enemy!
only!
Zhu Yuanzhang turned his attention to the northwest, true north and northeast.
It’s just that I don’t have enough resources to do all the work!
Zhu Yuanzhang also had his own helplessness and pain. Although the Ming army was powerful and occupied many places, the main force of the Ming army at this time was in the north. One was to guard against the Naha attack in the northeast, and the other was to guard against the main force of the Yuan Dynasty in the north and northwest. .
Especially in the fifth year of Hongwu, Xu Da lost to Wang Baobao and He Zongzhe. The Ming army suffered heavy losses. Now it was difficult to get out except to enter a defensive state, and could not separate the army to conquer the king of Liang.
Wang Baobao!
Zhu Yuanzhang secretly had a headache. If he hadn't tried his best to save the lifeline of the Yuan Dynasty, why would he have been unable to deal with King Liang!
"It's not important to settle for a small corner. After the northern front line is stabilized, we can then plan for Yunnan."
Zhu Yuanzhang had to compromise.
Hu Weiyong saw that Zhu Yuanzhang seemed to be in a low mood, so he turned to say: "Your Majesty, the Duke of Wei has been out on an expedition for a long time. He has led a heavy army at the border, personally deployed the troops of the guard station, and coordinated the generals. It must be hard work. I think that as winter is approaching, the Yuan court will be determined. I will choose to recuperate at this time, and I should recall some generals to Jinling to express my condolences."
Zhu Yuanzhang frowned slightly.
Hu Weiyong's words seemed to praise Xu Da for his hard work, but secretly he was handing him a knife. What is commanding a large number of troops, personally deploying the troops, coordinating the generals, and combining them together?
Xu Da said outside that if he had second thoughts, the army would no longer be named Zhu in an instant, and it was time to call back to Jinling to beat and beat, lest he imitate the old Zhao family and find a place to change into yellow clothes.
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and said: "Hu Aiqing is absolutely right. The winter is extremely cold and the generals have been out for a long time. It is time to come back and rest. I will send a letter the next day to ask Duke Wei and other generals to come back before the first snow falls."
Hu Weiyong nodded repeatedly and began to change the topic again, always able to speak to Zhu Yuanzhang's thoughts.
After Hu Weiyong retreated, Zhu Yuanzhang sat behind the desk, looked at the door of the hall, and murmured slowly: "This person really put his thought into it..."
The chamberlain came to report.
Mao Xiang entered the palace and saluted, and handed a scroll to him: "Your Majesty, Zhang He has entered Beijing. This is the information from the inspection school."
Zhu Yuanzhang took the scroll, unfolded it, and saw Zhang He standing on the bow of the ship, seemingly full of worries and very sad. He couldn't help frowning and asked: "What's the matter with him? I asked him to come to Beijing as an official, and he's still miserable." What’s the point of making a face?”
Seeing Zhu Yuanzhang's sensitivity, Mao Xiang quickly explained: "Your Majesty, I got information from Hu Xuan. Zhang He seems to be thinking about a talent and has been trying to find him. Wu Lin and Wu Shangshu also want to find this person and introduce him to your Majesty." , but unfortunately there is no news. This and the worry may be that this talent has been lost in the mountains and rivers, and cannot be used by His Majesty."
When Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, he immediately laughed: "I have wronged this person."
Mao Xiang breathed a sigh of relief and lowered his sleeves, which were a little heavy.
Zhu Yuanzhang re-examined the picture and pointed to the person in the picture: "What is this little woman selling? How many people seem to be vying for it?"
Mao Xiang was a little surprised, so he walked over and took a look. Sure enough, there were many people in the painting, and the most eye-catching thing was the woman selling things, causing people to fight for it, and it seemed like rare goods could be found.
"this……"
Mao Xiang didn't know how to answer. He didn't know either. The same happened to the old monk who was painting. If you only label Zhang He, you don't know how to label others?
If you don’t mark it, don’t draw it. Now the emperor is asking, how should I answer?
Seeing that Mao Xiang couldn't answer, Zhu Yuanzhang scolded him with a cold face: "The inspection is for my eyes and ears. If my eyes are unclear and my ears are blocked, how can I know the world's affairs? It doesn't matter who this woman is or what she is selling, but this business is so hot. , what is the business of making people fight over each other? Shouldn’t the inspection be explained clearly? If you only focus on one person and don’t check others, you only listen to one sound and don’t hear anything else, what’s the point of inspecting the school?”
Mao Xiang knelt down, trembling.
I thought it was a good job, but I almost got tricked to death!
Zhu Yuanzhang did not blame Mao Xiang much, but just returned the drawing: "You need to come up with an idea on what to do about the matter and how to rectify it."
Mao Xiang tremblingly took the picture, followed the order, and personally led people to trace Zhang He's whereabouts. When he learned that his ship had entered the Lotus Bridge, he immediately led people to rush over.
At this time, Zhang He and Zhang Xiwan's family had rented a house and lived there temporarily, writing greetings and preparing to visit Hu Xuan. Meanwhile, Gu, Gu Qingqing, and Hu Dashan, a group of more than ten people, arrived at the house next to Guyuemo Pavilion.
Hu Dashan received the support of the Sun family and the Liang family and became the third owner of the Jinling Juren sugar business. The subsequent location selection of the Jinling store, the location of the workshop and the recruitment of manpower will be jointly worked by the Hu, Sun and Liang families. Finish.
It's just that the guys from the Sun and Liang families are currently following Gu's arrangements to help Hu Dashan with the preliminary matters.
Hu Dashan is a businessman. His personal life is very simple and frugal, but he is very generous to important guests and friends. He not only arranged the residences of Gu family, Gu Qingqing and others, but also arranged for two maids who were familiar with Jinling to serve him. .
"Uncle Hu, where is Jurong? Why should we go to Jurong to see our brother?"
Gu Qingqing is eager to go to Jurong early.
As long as I can remember, I have never been separated from my brother for so long.
Hu Dashan looked at Mr. Gu: "How about I arrange for the guys to send you to Jurong to visit Mr. Gu?"
Mrs. Gu waved her hands and said seriously: "Brother Hu, we came to Jinling to expand the sugar business. This is the top priority. We will discuss other matters later. If there is any news about Brother Zhengchen, we can inquire about him to find out where he is." Okay, just write a letter and send it, and you'll feel at ease. He must be busy while he's in office, so it's best not to disturb him at this time."
"Mother..."
Gu Qingqing begged.
Mrs. Gu glared at Gu Qingqing: "If you don't obey me again, I will send you back to Teng County!"
Gu Qingqing was helpless and dejected.
Hu Dashan summoned the shopkeeper Hu Shi and said in front of Gu and others: "Go ahead and tell all the clerks to pay attention to the news in Jurong and report everything no matter how big or small it is, especially the news related to Gu Zhengchen, the magistrate of Jurong." Don’t leave out one thing.”
Hu Shi's eyes widened and he asked quickly: "My boss, are you talking about the magistrate of Jurong County?"
"yes."
Hu Dashan nodded.
Hu Shi swallowed his saliva, looked at Gu and others, and understood: "This must be Gu Zhengchen and Gu Zhixian's mother."
Gu frowned and said softly: "Yes, shopkeeper Hu knows Brother Zhengchen?"
Hu Shi saluted solemnly. This scene made Hu Dashan a little confused, and Mrs. Gu didn't know why. Hu Shi smiled and said: "Gu Zhengchen and Gu Zhixian are famous in Jinling. My boss, Aunt Gu didn't know something. Not long ago, I said Rong Ke killed a tiger and sent it to Jinling, which shocked Jinling. The people called Gu Zhengchen the tiger-killing magistrate. He seemed to have solved a major case and saved many people..."
"Knowing the county for hunting tigers?" Gu Qingqing suddenly flashed his eyes, glanced at his mother, and then shook his head: "Shopkeeper Hu, are you joking? My brother can't even kill a fish. How to hunt tigers? He must be someone with the same name. ?”
Mrs. Gu nodded, what kind of body is her son, and he still fights tigers, what a joke...
Hu Shi said doubtfully: "The magistrate of Jurong County just took office in August this year and solved a major case in September. I heard that he is very young, only in his twenties. By the way, I heard that he is from Yanzhou Prefecture in Shandong... "
