Li Xiuji and Li Xiushi were not very lucky. The spy information reached Ming Dynasty. As a result, they were kidnapped by the navy in Songjing, North Korea. They gave a clear account during interrogation.
It is naturally impossible for the prisoners captured by the navy to be handed over to North Korea.
The Security Bureau was very interested in these two people, and after obtaining authorization, they asked them to come over. Zhu Yunwen originally thought of using these two people to tell the courtiers about Japan's wolf ambitions, but he didn't expect it. Before they could be used, the Japanese envoy came to Jinling first.
Ashikaga Yoshitomichi made a very shrewd idea. He brought his credentials, gave gifts, and endured humiliation, all of which he knelt down to you. As a country of etiquette and a large country, you cannot be without room for people.
So many envoys are watching. If the Ming Dynasty does not even agree to this and still wants to attack Japan, it will be a great martial arts and wanton expansion. Other countries must be careful about the Ming Dynasty.
This is a kind of soft coercion diplomacy, just like if you don’t agree, I will kneel down and not get up.
Zhu Yunwen said: If you don't want to get up, then just keep kneeling.
Li Jian stood up and said to the envoys from various countries in a fierce voice: "These two people are Japanese spies, spying on North Korea and the Ming Dynasty's mountains, rivers, city defenses and other information, and were captured by the navy! Li Xiuji, who do you think they are? You were sent to spy on the intelligence, and why did you spy on the intelligence?"
Lee Soo-hee had not received systematic training and did not have the spirit of bushido. When someone asked, she was afraid of being tortured again, so she quickly confessed: "We were recruited by Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, who secretly arranged to enter Korea. Japan is gathering its army. Prepare to conquer North Korea, and after occupying North Korea, seize the northeastern part of the Ming Dynasty, then break through the border and go south, control the line from Peiping to the Yellow River, and occupy the entire Ming Dynasty in three years!"
As soon as this statement came out, the whole hall was in an uproar!
The North Korean envoy was almost furious. What the hell, he actually wanted to destroy North Korea?
Okay, Ashikaga Shogunate, you can do it!
When you go back, tell the king Li Fangyuan to make you look good!
Cabinet ministers Xie Jin and Yang Shiqi, Minister of War Tie Xuan, minister Yang Rong, etc., although they know that the Ashikaga shogunate has ambitions, this is the first time they have heard of the fact that they have occupied the Ming Dynasty for three years!
The envoy holding the city covered his forehead. He didn't expect Japan to be so crazy. It took three years to eat the Ming Dynasty. Haha, do you understand history? Look through the history books and see how many years it took Mongolia to destroy the Song Dynasty. How many years did it take for Mongolia to destroy the Song Dynasty? The Mongols are still awesome. Are these guys who are not tall and have cunning and sleazy women too overly imaginative? Could it be that they drank too much sea water?
The Manlajia envoy also stared wide-eyed. Thinking about the Ming Dynasty's invincible navy and the Ming Dynasty's military parade, I don't know where Japan got the confidence to actually want to occupy the Ming Dynasty in three years? .
Even Tupolo couldn't imagine that Timur's cavalry all over the world fell at the feet of the Ming Dynasty. You, a group of Japanese who don't even have a few horses, are so arrogant that you occupied the Ming Dynasty in three years?
Damn it, do these people talk without thinking? Neither Mahamu nor Arutai dared to say such words. What do you mean by Ashikaga Yoshimitsu and Ashikaga Yoshimitsu...
Xu Huizu walked out and looked at Azu, Feitou and others coldly: "While he kept saying that he wanted to surrender, he sent agents to spy on intelligence and uttered wild words. Is this the true face of the Ashikaga Shogunate?"
Azu quickly said: "It's not true, they must be fake!"
"Fake? Haha, if these two people are not enough, we have other Japanese people. If the envoy wants to see them, he might as well go to the Security Bureau with him!"
Li Jian shouted angrily.
Azu was a little at a loss.
The Ashikaga Shogunate indeed sent a large number of detailed investigation intelligence in order to prepare for the war. The person who issued the order was Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, but the person who carried out the specific execution and arrangements was Ashikaga Yoshimochi. Even the water of Fukushima cannot wash it clean.
Seeing that the situation was unfavorable, Hitomi explained: "These were all arranged by Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, the Taizheng Minister. His successor Ashikaga Yoshimitsu yearns for peace and is willing to reconcile with the Ming Dynasty for eternity. We came here with our credentials to clear up the misunderstanding. Now I am willing to offer you a gift of apology and ask the Heavenly Government to be magnanimous. Japan is willing to pay tribute every year and be a vassal every year and will never offend."
Zhu Yunwen shook his head and said coldly: "Now that your ambitions and minions have been exposed, don't take it back in a hurry. Surrendering with ulterior motives and being a wild dog waiting to be attacked are not worthy of doing so."
The Ming Dynasty was a vassal state. Tell Ashikaga Yoshimochi that Yangjiang's blood has dried up, but the scar in my heart has not been healed, so let him be prepared. "
Hino Miko listened to the translation of the people on the side, and when she saw that things were falling apart, she stood up and spoke out.
General translation: "I am willing to serve the Emperor in exchange for the peace of the people of Japan."
Zhu Yunwen waved his hand: "You came uninvited. I am being magnanimous by not killing you, so don't use this method to disgust me. Go back. If you want to devour Ming Dynasty in three years, then open your mouth and show your fangs." , see how big your appetite is!"
Azu and Feifu still wanted to speak, but they were asked out by the ceremony officer. Li Xiuji and Li Xiushi were also taken away by the guards in front of the palace.
It was very quiet inside Fengtian Hall.
Zhu Yunwen looked at the envoys and said seriously: "The Ming Dynasty yearns for peace and has been at peace with other countries for many years. You have witnessed this. However, there are island countries in the East China Sea that have repeatedly invaded by Japanese pirates and are determined to devour our Ming Dynasty. How can I tolerate this? I hope all the countries will have peace at home and be friendly externally, and don't cause trouble or bring disaster."
All the envoys agreed one after another.
The atmosphere became much more relaxed with the serving of wine and food, rituals, music and dancing.
The countries in Nanyang actually understood that the Ming Dynasty really wanted to express its presence in Nanyang, but after possessing the large territory of Bo Ni Island, it no longer had the need and desire to conquer Nanyang.
Take ten thousand steps back. If the Ming Dynasty really wants to expand, you can't stop it. They have that strength, but over the years, they have never taken the initiative to attack any country. Instead, they have reconciled disputes between different countries and maintained the balance of Nanyang.
This point has been tested by time.
As for Japan, if the Ming Dynasty wants to fight, then go and fight it. No one will sympathize with it. A country that supports the Chen Zuyi Pirates, a country that wants to eat North Korea and is so arrogant that it conquered the Ming Dynasty in three years will be destroyed automatically. Looking for it.
Azu, Feifu, Hino Miko and others were very sad. After finally arriving at the capital of the Ming Dynasty, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day were about to be celebrated, but no one was left in the Huitong Pavilion.
If you don’t leave anyone behind, why are you keeping our boxes? They are boxes of gold and silver.
Lu Song shook his head. We didn't see any boxes or gold or silver. Let's go quickly and don't delay the Ming Dynasty's lively New Year. Xiong Wucheng is here, I'll leave them to you...
The Japanese envoy came like this secretly and left in a hurry, leaving behind a pile of boxes but not taking away a piece of paper. He was directly transported by the navy. The destination was naturally the North Korea Shipping Department.
Go back to where you came from, and help Daming by the way. Let's see who has the courage to help you sneak across.
The bell of the eleventh year of the Ming Dynasty was heard in the auspicious snow.
On National Day, Zhu Yunwen appeared under the attention of countless people as always, but this time the address was a bit special. He was not at the Imperial College or the teaching field, but at the Martyrs' Monument Square in the Dabaoen Temple.
On this day, those who can enter the Square of the Martyrs' Monument are no longer unrestricted, but people selected by the imperial court, including common people, elders, and businessmen and scholars. No matter who they are, they are invited to go.
This arrangement is not just to prevent Yin soldiers and White Lotus cultists, but the space of the Monument of the Martyrs Square is really limited and it cannot accommodate tens of thousands of people at the same time.
On this day, Zhu Yunwen placed the best wine, new grains and other sacrifices under the monument of heroes and martyrs, and delivered a speech "Remembering the heroes, only then can we have a future", giving a high degree of affirmation and evaluation to the sacrificed heroes. He also called on officials and people to supervise and ensure that the court's memorial arrangements for heroes and martyrs are properly carried out. The families of heroes and martyrs need more care and attention.
Elevating the social status of heroes and their families and allowing the world to form the habit of commemorating heroes may seem ordinary, but it is just an extension of the New Army's strategy. But behind this, there are deeper considerations hidden.
There are flaws in the guard system, and the reform of the military registration system and the household registration system are under intense discussion. Solving these problems is not a simple matter. Once the military registration system is abolished, how to ensure the supply of troops becomes the most urgent issue.
There were no major cases involving tens of thousands of people during the Jianwen Dynasty, and it was unlikely that a large number of prisoners would be assigned to replenish the guardhouses. Moreover, most of these prisoners had little fighting power, and they would waste food in the guardhouses.
Xu Huizu believes that cracking the military membership system will in itself
It is to break the guard system. The only way to replenish the supply of troops is to recruit troops.
The recruitment system is good and can ensure the combat effectiveness of the army, but the problem is that a large-scale recruitment system will inevitably impact the garrison system. Does the garrison still need to cultivate land and do military camps?
All the soldiers have been recruited as professional soldiers. Isn't it inappropriate to let them carry hoes and work in the fields? Without the military garrison, whether the imperial court could solve this part of the military food gap and whether it could solve this part of the financial gap also related to the Ministry of Household Affairs.
This is a major event that affects the entire Ming Dynasty. Since Zhu Yunwen proposed it, the Five Military Governor's Office, the Ministry of Revenue, and the cabinet have been arguing endlessly, and no feasible strategy has yet been formed.
The bumper harvest of new improved varieties provides the possibility of breaking the situation. Anyone can predict that in less than five years, new grain varieties will be planted on a large scale. With the increase in acres of reclaimed land and the improvement of water conservancy projects, a bumper grain harvest will gradually become a foregone conclusion.
When there is sufficient food, the guard station can completely transfer the farmland to the families of the sergeants, businessmen, and ordinary people. The soldiers of the guard station can become completely independent and no longer belong to the land. They can receive military training specifically and maintain combat effectiveness at any time. This It also provides convenience for the rotation of sergeants in the entire formation.
This time, Zhu Yunwen did not deliver a speech on the direction of governance, but published a speech titled "Education and Technology, Land and Food" in Jianwen Daily.
In this manuscript, Zhu Yunwen clarified the content of the eleventh year of Jianwen's rule, which was to continue to focus on education, promote science and technology, and increase grain production. Surprisingly, after many years, the court once again raised the issue of land annexation and made it clear that it would conduct a thorough investigation into irregular land transfers and illegal land annexation.
This made many wealthy households and nobles nervous, and each of them began to question how much land they owned, how they got it, whether there were legal procedures, and whether they had evaded taxes...
