Time flies.
In the blink of an eye, it was already seven days later, and there was still no news from the navy of Zheng He's expedition to Japan.
Zhu Yunzhen became more and more anxious.
There seemed to be an undercurrent surging above the imperial court, and everyone gradually showed a pessimistic attitude towards Zheng He's expedition to Japan.
Even Zhu Yunzhen himself couldn't help but worry.
Did Zheng He really fail?
But during this period, there was not no good news. The plan for the expansion of the capital had been finalized, the news of the opening of the factory had also caused a craze, and the contracting of road construction had attracted countless landowners and gentry, ready to bid.
Zhu Yunzhen slowly became leisurely.
But when he was free, Lao Zhu refused to stop, and news came from Yangshan.
He actually said that he would lead an army of 100,000 people to the north to Mongolia and Yuan Dynasty, which frightened Zhu Yunxu.
Even though Lao Zhu is old, he still wants to go north? Are you still thinking about attacking Beiyuan?
Zhu Yunzhen only found out after learning more about it.
It turned out that Lao Zhu knew that the Ming Dynasty National Highway had been built to Peiping. After the construction of the national highway was completed, he arrived in Peiping from the capital.
It only takes a few days.
Even if a large army were to set off and march northward with a hundred thousand troops, it would only take less than ten days if they were lightly armed and simple.
Even if you bring a lot of luggage and food, it only takes about ten days.
And because of the convenient national highways, there is no need to worry about food and grass problems.
Now that the conditions are so convenient, and there is no need to waste people and money to set off the army, Lao Zhu naturally has his mind set on fighting Bei Yuan for the rest of his life.
Finally, we have such conditions.
Naturally, he was overjoyed and planned to lead an army of 100,000 people northward to inspect the border of Beiyuan.
Show your great power!
It might as well let everyone in the world see what a right choice it was to let a member of the Lao Zhu family become the emperor!
At the same time, let the people of Beiyuan see how powerful the Ming Dynasty has become!
You know, since Lao Zhu ascended the throne and established the Ming Dynasty, the Communist Party of China has launched eleven Northern Expeditions! After that, Lao Zhu will launch two more Northern Expeditions!
Now that Lao Zhu sees the national highway being repaired, how can he not be moved?
That is to say, Zhu Yunxian is now supervising the country in Ming Dynasty, and Lao Zhu has no intention of destroying Zhu Yunxian's plan.
Otherwise, it would not be a patrol, but a direct conquest of Beiyuan!
For this inspection to the north, Lao Zhu rushed between Jingying and Yangshan all day long, urging Zhu Yunzhen to prepare food and grass.
Like a kid getting a new toy.
Overjoyed.
No wonder people say that there is no difference between elderly people and children.
Lao Zhu looked a bit like a child when he was so happy.
In this regard, Zhu Yunxuan naturally cooperated vigorously. In less than ten days, he collected enough food and grass, and arranged for nearby places to provide food and grass along the way.
And subsequently, grain and grass gradually began to move northward.
Soon, Lao Zhu will be able to lead the army to patrol north!
…
Yangshan.
"Grandpa Huang, the army heading north is ready."
"It's just... Grandpa Huang, your current body, can you really withstand this journey?"
Zhu Yunzhen couldn't help but worry.
But Lao Zhu laughed and patted his chest.
Said: "Don't worry, Xi'er, Grandpa Huang's health is not as bad as you think!"
"The road is getting better now. We can still withstand this short distance."
"and……"
A trace of sadness suddenly appeared in Lao Zhu's eyes.
He said as if reminiscing: "If I don't go now, when my health gets worse in the future, I'm afraid I won't be able to go even if I want to..."
"Over the years, in order to deal with Bei Yuan, we have lost countless brothers on the road to conquer Bei Yuan."
"Now Daming is getting better."
"We must take a look at the things that these old brothers couldn't see at the beginning."
If it had been during the Northern Expedition, there would have been such a national road leading directly to Peiping in the Ming Dynasty.
I don’t know how much effort I can save!
I'm afraid Beiyuan has been settled long ago... Lao Zhu's eyes are full of regret...
When Zhu Yunxuan saw Lao Zhu like this, he could no longer dissuade him.
We can only find ways to cooperate with each other to make Lao Zhu's journey north smoother.
"Okay, Grandpa Huang, you just have to take care of yourself."
"The Ming Dynasty cannot live without you."
Zhu Yunzhen said with concern.
But Lao Zhu waved his hand and said: "Haha, the current Ming Dynasty can't live without me."
"But I can't live without you."
Lao Zhu's face was full of joy: "Since you took charge of the country, you have made many innovations. Not only did you reform the official administration and make it clear, you also came up with incredible ways to enrich the Ming Dynasty's treasury as never before."
“Nowadays, land reform is being used to nationalize all land.”
"We believe that in your hands, the Ming Dynasty will be able to make the rivers clear and the seas peaceful, and the world will be peaceful."
"Now even if you let us go back and become emperor."
"We are also considered incompetent."
"It's better for you to be in charge of this Ming Dynasty."
Lao Zhu said with a smile, not at all angry about the fact that he had lost his power and Zhu Yunzhen carried out reforms.
Today's Ming Dynasty is compared to when Lao Zhu was in charge.
Many changes have been made, but they are all good, making Ming's national power much stronger.
This is naturally what Lao Zhu is happy to see.
Otherwise, he would not put Ming Dynasty into Zhu Yunzhen's hands with peace of mind.
"No, Grandpa Huang is not old yet, and the Ming Dynasty cannot live without Grandpa Huang."
Zhu Yunxuan was telling the truth.
Without the prestige of Lao Zhu, there would be many more careerists in the Ming Dynasty above the court.
The many orders issued by Zhu Yunzhen will definitely not be as smooth as they are now.
This all depends on Lao Zhu’s prestige!
Because everyone knows that behind Zhu Yunzhen is Lao Zhu! It was Emperor Hongwu who had been in charge of the Ming Dynasty for decades!
Therefore, those who dare to make mistakes are still in the minority.
Only then can Zhu Yunxian have the opportunity to implement the reforms he wants to make.
Therefore, Zhu Yunzhen must help Lao Zhu fulfill his wish to go north this time no matter what.
But... as a result, when Lao Zhu went north, there was no one in the imperial capital who could intimidate the ministers, and Zhu Yunxuan would face the storm of the capital alone for the first time!
By then, I don’t know how many careerists will be unable to hold back.
Zhu Yunzhen must be extremely careful!
Perhaps, although Lao Zhu went north this time to fulfill his wish, deep down in his heart he still wanted to see Lao Zhu after he left.
Zhu Yunzhen's ability to face the wind and rain alone.
…
Three days later.
The army set off, and Lao Zhu followed the army to the north for inspection amidst the sounds of congratulations.
Until Lao Zhu went north.
Zhu Yunzhen was alone in the palace and realized that...the palace was deep and swaying, and he was like a small boat in the river.
Nothing to rely on.
The only one you can rely on is yourself!
From today on, Zhu Yunxuan will face the complicated situation of the Ming Dynasty's capital alone.
It seems that there is not much difference from when Lao Zhu was in Yangshan.
But in fact, Lao Zhu's departure is like removing another layer of shackles from the careerists, allowing their ambitions to grow uncontrollably!
Lao Zhu was still too close before!
Young people and ambitious people still dare not act rashly.
"Next, I'll be the only one."
Zhu Yunzhen knew that this day would eventually come, and he would no longer have any backer in the entire Ming Dynasty.
And he will be everyone’s backer!
(End of chapter)
