This night, Cao Guogong's mansion was a little busy.
Li Fangying and Jin Wang Zhu Jixi's study night talks were all about craftsman knowledge.
Li Jinglong personally went to the market to select gifts and sent them to Li Jian's mansion to thank the navy for providing boats for business.
Li Zengzhi was not idle either. He went out to entertain Xu Zengshou from the Duke of Wei's palace, and even found Huo Xunyan, a famous Qinhuai prostitute who was famous in the capital. Huo Xunyan performed a Western Pipa dance and made Xu Zengshou obsessed with her.
The security bureau was a bit busy this night.
Zhu Jixi drank a lot of tea and went to the toilet twice before going home under the stars.
Li Jinglong was sitting in Li Jian's house, talking, laughing, and thanking each other. The two seemed to be very close. Li Jinglong even whispered something to Li Jian before leaving with a big smile.
As for Xu Zengshou, after having an intimate exchange with Li Zengzhi, he opened his body and had an intimate exchange with Huo Xunyan and stayed away all night.
Those who serve tea, those who deliver water, those who guard the door, those who hang on the beams, and those who listen to the walls are all tired...
Security Bureau Headquarters.
Liu Changge, Pang Huan, and Huo Lin couldn't help but feel nervous after hearing all kinds of news.
Huo Lin frowned and said solemnly: "The Duke Cao's mansion made some big moves tonight. It implicated the King of Jin, the Navy Commander's Palace, and the Duke of Wei's Palace. They also sent people to deliver a message to Zhu Gaoxu, and the Duke of Yan's Palace was also involved. Involved."
Pang Huan took the intelligence just sent by the sergeant, glanced at it and said, "Not only that, after Li Jinglong left Li Jian's mansion, he went to the Liao Prince's Palace."
"Is Zhu Zhi also involved?"
Huo Lin stared.
Pang Huan handed the information to Liu Changge: "Li Jinglong had a secret conversation with King Zhu Zhi of Liao. The specific content is unknown."
Liu Changge glanced at the information and threw it aside. He said calmly, "The Duke Cao is fishing in troubled waters. From this action, it can be seen that Li Fangying is indeed a powerful person."
Huo Lin did not expect that things would become difficult. The originally clear river water suddenly became turbid, making it difficult to see and touch.
Pang Huan agreed: "It's hard for him to think of using this method to drag people into trouble and distract the attention of the Security Bureau. If the Security Bureau wants to investigate everyone, it will encounter a lot of trouble."
Huo Lin was a little worried: "The emperor's summons to the three brothers from Cao Guogong's mansion must have made them feel threatened. The actions this night seemed chaotic and random, but in fact they were all set up. What I am most worried about is..."
Pang Huan nodded heavily and took over Huo Lin's words: "You are among this group of people in ancient and modern times!"
Liu Changge stared and looked down at the pile of information on the desk.
Huo Lin and Pang Huan's worries were not unreasonable. Although the security bureau had not yet taken action against the insiders of Cao Guogong's palace, the emperor suddenly sent a message to summon the three brothers Li Jinglong into the palace, which still made them feel threatened.
In this case, Li Fangying will most likely contact Gu and Jin to judge the situation and discuss countermeasures.
All these actions were like igniting smoke, forming a miasma. Even if the security bureau stared wide-eyed, they could only see the people coming out of the miasma, but they had no idea what they said to the people in Cao Guogong's mansion or what existed there. trade.
Zhu Jixi, King of Jin, Zhu Zhi, King of Liao, Li Jian, Commander-in-Chief of the Navy, Zhu Gaoxu, Prince of Yan, and Xu Zengshou, Prince of Zhongshan. In addition to these figures, Cao Guogong’s Mansion also sent some letters to some official residences, such as the Ministry of Punishment, the Metropolitan Procuratorate, the Ministry of Household Affairs, Although the officials in the civil service department are not big, they all hold real power.
Among so many people, which one is ancient and modern?
Liu Changge stood up and gave a serious order: "No matter what happens, whoever is responsible for keeping an eye on them should keep an eye on them. They must not leave without permission or change the person under surveillance without permission."
Huo Lin and Pang Huan understood.
Li Fangying was fishing in troubled waters, and Liu Changge planned to wait for the muddy waters to become clear. At this time, the Security Bureau has locked down several key personnel. There is no need to mess up the situation. As long as you catch the people who should be arrested, follow the steps and ask for the people according to the order.
The next day.
Above the court meeting, affairs were discussed in the court hall.
The Imperial Supervisor of the Metropolitan Procuratorate reported that the officials of the Tianjin Port and Municipal Shipping Department were sitting there doing nothing and colluding with businessmen for personal gain.
Zhu Yun
Wen ordered a strict investigation of all city shipping departments.
During the impeachment of the officials of the Navy's Criminal Department, the verdict was unclear. Some prisoners died in the dungeon for no apparent reason. We requested that the officials of the Criminal Department who investigated the case be severely punished.
Zhu Yunwen ordered to deal with it seriously.
There are only a few daily affairs in the court. You impeach me, I will impeach you, report local affairs, talk about capital matters, ask for instructions, explain difficulties, and then go back to the government office to do what you should do.
Zhu Yunwen has long been accustomed to this kind of life. It is not surprising that many kings in history became dull and confused in the middle and late stages after serving as wise kings for ten or twenty years.
The emperor is like a worker who clocks in and works. He works on the assembly line year after year. A normal person will definitely get tired of it. Since he can choose, no one objects, and no one can restrict him, who doesn't want to lie in the harem? , eat, drink and have fun with a bunch of beauties, develop some personal hobbies or something?
Zhu Yunwen also longed to be relaxed and lie down comfortably.
But no!
Zhu Yunwen knew very well that what he wanted was not just for the prosperity of the Ming Dynasty, but also for the Ming Dynasty to stand on top of the world. What about Great Britain, what a beautiful country, and what the Eight-Nation Alliance. The Ming Dynasty must never experience those pains and humiliations again!
What I want to fight for is to make Ming Dynasty the only pole in the world under the sky!
Completely widen the gap with the West and make the Ming Dynasty proud of other civilizations!
It is best for the Western countries to stay safe and do some business. If they want to engage in strong ships, guns and colonial trade, it is best to build indestructible bunkers in all ports. Otherwise, it is not that the navy of the Ming Dynasty cannot go further. , drop by the door!
Zhu Yunwen felt that a world map appeared in front of him. His eyes could not be limited to the Ming Dynasty and the surrounding territories. He had to cast his sights outside and start to consider the world situation and look internationally.
Zhu Quan is in Africa. He should understand the importance of the Suez Canal and the Strait of Gibraltar to Ming Dynasty in guarding the destiny of the West, especially the Suez Canal. If this river is not open, Ming Dynasty wants to occupy a little bit, kick open the door to Europe, and control Africa and China. The plans of Asia and Europe will be in vain.
How Venice considers this matter, how the Mamluk dynasty considers it, and whether they will agree to open the canal are all full of variables. How will Zhu Quan act? Will he use force or tactics? Will he make plans or drive away wolves and swallow tigers?
The distance is too far, painfully far away.
Let's calm down the storm in the East China Sea as soon as possible. Only in this way can the imperial court be free to send more steam ships to Africa and then to South America.
There are countless resources and minerals that Ming Dynasty cannot give up. According to Zheng He, Luo Guanying and others, some tribes in South America have rudimentary civilizations, and these people can be organized to serve the Ming Dynasty.
The Ming Dynasty has no ambition to exterminate the natives. It only wants minerals and resources. You dig them up, and we will give them to you. If you want something exquisite, just give it to you. It’s not enough. It’s not enough to shout about it with a stick all day long, so why not lend it to you? Point something to mine and act as a tool for Ming Dynasty...
"emperor."
The chamberlain shouted softly.
Zhu Yunwen came back to his senses and looked at Zhu Gaochi who was leaving work, wondering what the fat man had just said.
Zhu Gaochi was depressed. He didn't come to the court often. After all, his official position was low and he didn't have to come every day when he had nothing to do. In addition, his legs and feet were inconvenient and he was tired from walking. Most of the time, he only came once every half a month or once a month.
It was finally his turn to speak, and the emperor actually wandered around the world... 5
Zhu Yunwen was a little embarrassed.
Seeing this, Zhu Gaochi had no choice but to say it again: "Your Majesty, the Northeast Army's settlement and reclamation are progressing smoothly. However, considering the severe cold and long winter in the Northeast, it may be difficult for the people to survive the winter. The Ministry of Revenue has requested to increase the reserve of Northeast granaries and winter supplies, especially It’s cotton clothes, cotton items, coal, firewood and other items.”
Zhu Yunwen readily agreed: "Since the invasion of Guandong, more and more people have arrived in the Northeast, and we really need to pay more attention. We ordered Beizhili and other places to transport large quantities of cotton and other materials to the Northeast after the autumn harvest and give them to the homes of poor and impoverished people."
Zhu Gaochi agreed and added: "According to the report from the Chief Envoy of Fujian, Xiaoliuqiu Island has hoarded a batch of grain. In addition to being used by the navy and local people,
, there are still some leftovers. Please send this batch of grain to Chaozhou Prefecture in Guangdong Province to meet the needs of local flood victims. "
"Yes, if Xiaoliuqiu Island is short of food, it can be obtained from Cochin."
Zhu Yunwen became serious.
Zhu Gaochi withdrew, and the courtiers had nothing to do.
Retreat from the court.
As soon as Zhu Yunwen returned to Wuying Hall, Li Jian came to see him.
"Get up, what's the matter?"
Zhu Yunwen spread out the map of the East China Sea and asked Li Jian.
Li Jian took out a document and handed it over his head: "Your Majesty, I have a secret report."
The chamberlain took it and passed it to Zhu Yunwen.
Zhu Yunwen opened it and took a closer look. The content inside was actually about Li Jinglong's visit last night to discuss the voyage business. The content was specific to the conversation between the two people, including Li Jinglong's sneaky demeanor.
This is like selling Li Jinglong directly.
Zhu Yunwen read it, put down the document, and looked at Li Jian: "There are some contacts between nobles and nobles, and the court does not prohibit it. What's more, what Cao Guogong said was just a matter of borrowing a ship. The navy has this precedent, and there is nothing wrong with it. Why did the secret report come up? "
Li Jian solemnly said: "I am in charge of the Navy Commander's Office, and I have a very important responsibility. If Cao Guogong just borrows the Dafu ship, I will collect money for the ship according to the precedent of the vassal king. But Cao Guogong actually wants to borrow the help of me to rent a steam engine ship. This It has become an act of transgression and I dare not not retaliate."
Zhu Yunwen looked deeply at Li Jian. There was no doubt about this uncle's loyalty. He always kept a distance from other nobles, kept a clean mind and did not form any clique with others.
It is estimated that the Jinyiwei reconnaissance during the Hongwu period left a deep impression on him, and he was worried about the Huang family's speculation, so he did not dare to conceal it and reported everything in detail.
Zhu Yunwen glanced at the document and saw that Li Jinglong wanted a steam engine ship, which was indeed an overstep.
At present, the steam engine is a strategic material of the Ming Dynasty and is mainly used in iron ships, smelting, forging and other industries. Not to mention Li Jinglong, even Xu Huizu and Zhu Di dare not ask for such an important weapon of the country, but Cao Guogong's government has the courage!
