Xia Xun stayed in Lushan for a few days until Xiaodi was about to give birth, then returned to Jinling. (《》网7*
By this time, Zheng He had returned to Beijing.
Zheng He was an internal official, and his official rank was not high. There was no need to send officials of third grade or above to greet him. However, he came back with many envoys from other countries, including the king of a country. King Manaraganana, the king of Bangni, brought
With the princess, the prince, the princess and the younger brother and younger sister, a whole family of people came unexpectedly, so people of the same rank were needed to greet them.
Foreign kings were equivalent to the princes of the Ming Dynasty, so the royal family of the Ming Dynasty sent several idle princes in Beijing to greet them. After they were brought to the Huitong Hall, the two supervisors Zhu Gaochi and Zhu Gaoxu rushed to the Huitong Hall together.
Visit and greet.
Zheng He's trip to sea this time was because it was his first time and he had to explore a sea route from scratch, so it took a long time, up to two years, and he visited countries and regions including Champa, Java, and Manchuria.
, Sumatra, Mount Ceylon, Kochi, Kuri, Siam, Nam Uli, Kayile, Gambali, Abbotan and other countries.
When I came back, people from these countries sent gifts, including Ryukyu Zhongshan, Shannan, Borneo, Aru, Sumatara, Manraka, Bangni, Champa, Siam, Banggela, Nanweili, and Xiaoge.
Ran and other countries sent envoys to pay tribute. Almost at the same time, Ashikaga Yoshimitsu of Japan also sent envoys.
The situation in Japan is very bad now: Emperor Kameyama ran away, and he went to the south to reunite with the old Southern Dynasty troops, and used force to protest the betrayal of the Northern Dynasty. Because Mrs. Xizhu and Daming secretly provided him with large sums of money, weapons, food, and later
The time for Guishan's departure was earlier than in history, and the effect was much greater.
Since he had sufficient funds, weapons and food in his hands, he not only quickly recruited a group of old troops, but also recruited many farmers and wandering samurai, including those who had been jointly suppressed by the Chinese navy and the Japanese navy and had almost no room for survival.
A large number of pirates also defected to him, allowing him to quickly organize a large-scale armed force.
Go-Kameyama's outstanding performance made some Southern Dynasty clans and wealthy families who originally wanted to wait and see join in without hesitation and express their support for Emperor Go-Kameyama in a clear-cut manner. They formed a considerable force that made Go-Komatsu
The emperor had a headache.(《》网7*
At the same time, in view of the fact that Ashikaga Yoshimitsu was old and frail and was gradually unable to control the major princes under him, his adopted son Ashikaga Yoshimichi, the general who conquered the barbarians, also mustered up the courage to publicly express his opinions and opinions in many aspects such as government and military affairs.
He advocated and opposed the Taizheng Minister Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, taking the first step towards a complete break.
In view of this situation, Ashikaga Yoshimitsu urgently needed Ming Dynasty's recognition and support for the Northern Dynasty, so he sent a team of envoys to pay tribute to Ming Dynasty and asked Ming Dynasty to give him moral support. If possible, he hoped that Ming Dynasty would
The navy can also provide certain cooperation in military matters.
As a result, coupled with the envoys from the Timur Kingdom who arrived at Jinling earlier, the number of envoys from various countries gathered in Jinling has reached Jinling. The so-called grand occasion of all nations coming to Korea is nothing more than this, and the situation in Jinling is increasingly unclear.
The prince Zhu Gaochi, who could no longer control the situation, took the opportunity to write a letter asking the emperor to return to Beijing.
Under the current situation, it is impossible for Zhu Di to stay in Beijing any longer. It is time for him to come back.
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A pool of autumn water is sparkling.
Although it has arrived in autumn, the lotus leaves are still green, but there are fewer lotus flowers, and some lotus stems have already grown full lotus seeds. A small nine-curved bridge winds over the water, and there is a small octagonal pavilion in the middle.
The doors and windows of the small pavilion are all open, and the breeze and the fragrance of lotus flow through the pavilion, leaving a sweet fragrance in the room.
There is a round table of red sandalwood inlaid with mother-of-pearl in the pavilion. Four people wearing straight jackets and Confucian scarves sit around the table.
Not far away, there was a small clay stove in the corner by the window. There was a pot of boiling water sitting on the stove. Next to it was a small square table with tea sets. A delicate and pretty little maid stood quietly aside, waiting.
When among the four people sitting around the table, whoever's cup of tea was empty, he would lightly step forward and fill it up for him.
The little girl's name is Xian Ya. After Ming'er's original little girl Qiao Yun became Xia Xun's concubine, Ming'er chose her to serve beside her. When the Fuguo Palace was completed, the emperor gave some official slaves to Yang
At that time, this little girl was sent to the Fuguo Palace with her mother. She was still a few years old at that time, and now she is more than thirteen years old.
She is smart, grew up in the Yang family, and is loyal to the Yang family, so she was chosen as the personal girl. ("".net 7*
Xian Ya's mind was very delicate. She remembered that she had poured five rounds of tea, but the tea in the master's cup was always the same. The first round of tea was still full, and the master had not touched a morsel.
"Master must be in a bad mood today!"
Xian Ya thought to herself, becoming more and more cautious, moving her hands and feet lightly and not daring to make any sound.
Xia Xun, who was sitting at the table, didn't seem to be unhappy on the surface. He always had a faint smile on his face. After returning from Lushan, it seemed that he had figured out something, or let go.
I learned a few things, my worries were no longer so heavy, and my expression was calm, giving me a feeling of being out of the world.
It was very peaceful, with neither great joy nor great sadness.
But when Zheng He, who was still busy with worldly affairs, stood up to leave, Xia Xun's face darkened.
At this time, there were three people left in the pavilion: Xia Xun, Xie Jin and Huang Zhen.
The sun has already set in the west, and the sunlight shines through the pavilion and reflects on Xia Xun's back. Although it is not late autumn at this time, the power of the sunlight has been greatly reduced. There is a gentle breeze and it is cool. This little sunshine is not sad, but
Xia Xun's face looked ugly.
The one who was speaking was Huang Zhen. He didn't know why Xia Xun's face suddenly darkened. He thought that something he said was wrong. He couldn't help but feel uneasy and his voice became weak: "There is a lot of discussion in the imperial court about moving the capital, even Eunuch Zheng.
Returning from Nanyang, and being accompanied by a large number of foreign envoys, such lively things could not divert everyone's attention, we are all procurators..."
Xia Xun said solemnly: "Don't move! Didn't I tell you to stand still?"
Huang Zhendao: "Yes, yes, I will naturally obey the Duke's instructions. However, the proposal to move the capital concerns everyone, and this matter has nothing to do with factions. The ministers of the DPRK and China have never been so united, and everyone is writing to oppose it."
, even if they have been political enemies for a lifetime, they all have like-minded people at this time. Including the cabinet and internal..."
He glanced at Xia Xun and lowered his voice: "King Zhao is vassal in Beijing. If the capital is moved..., even the prince's people and the people of the King of Han are now unanimously opposed to moving the capital. Duke, we really don't need it."
Did you express anything?"
Xia Xun said coldly: "I have also expressed my opinions to the prince, and the prince also agrees with me. Some ministers may be opposed to moving the capital because they feel for the prince. They have no other thoughts, but this is not the prince's order. Moving the capital
This matter has nothing to do with anyone and is about no one. Everyone goes their own way and no one can stop it because no one can see through what the emperor wants to do with this move. If you want to express your opinion, that's up to you, but I
I advise you not to act rashly!"
"Yes, yes..."
"My lord, you are too careful!"
Huang Zhen hurriedly agreed, but Xie Jin interrupted disapprovingly.
"Oh?" Xia Xun turned his head expressionlessly and looked at him coldly.
Xian Ya stood aside and saw Xia Xun's expression clearly. She couldn't help but pursed her lips and thought to herself: "So the reason why I'm angry is because of this Mr. Xie."
The little girl Xian Ya saw why Xia Xun was unhappy, but Xie Jin, the most talented person in the world, did not see it. Xie Jin smiled and said: "The Duke is so wise that he is almost suspicious. How can this matter be so complicated? The emperor favors it."
Beijing has long changed. It was the place where the emperor prospered, and it was also the place where the emperor had guarded since his youth. It is natural that he would not leave Beijing, so he intended to move the capital. It is also human nature. But the emperor is the king of a country, how can he act like this?
You can rely on your own likes and dislikes. Xie is returning to Beijing this time. It is a meeting and he should express his opinion. I have already expressed my opposition to this matter!"
Xia Xun's face darkened, but Xie Jin didn't notice it at all. He started showing off triumphantly and said, "Xie wrote a letter and only said four things. One is that after the war at the end of the Yuan Dynasty, Beijing was severely damaged and the population was extremely sparse.
During the Difficult War, the damage to the city became more serious. Moving the capital to Beijing and rebuilding the imperial city would take a long time and cost a lot;
Second, the imperial court moved northward, which made it difficult to obtain grain and tax. In the 30th year of Hongwu, the grain and tax sent to the north was only 150,000 shi. In the sixth year of Yongle, due to the continuous migration of people to Beijing and the increase in garrison, the supply of grain and tax increased.
to 650,000 shi. Last year, the grain tax transported to Beijing by the canal was 500,000 shi, and the grain tax transported by sea reached 700,000 shi. If the imperial court really moved north, then the grain tax transported to Beijing every year would cost at least 650,000 shi.
Five million stones, can our transport capacity afford it?
The third one is safety considerations. Beijing is too close to Beidi. This is what the ministers in the DPRK are most worried about, and it is also the place where there is the most discussion. Its shortcomings are clearly visible. The ministers of civil and military affairs have stated it in detail, so I will not explain it here.
No need to go into details.
The fourth one is Feng Shui, which is very noisy. It’s really ridiculous. Jinling is surrounded by dragons and tigers, and the walls of Ziwei are shown. No one can be the capital more than Jinling. What is there to argue about? Xie Mou is based on "The River Map"
” and “Luoshu” have been carefully deduced, “Hetu” and “Luoshu” are the source of Yin-Yang and the Five Elements. Their unity of nature and man is a metaphor for all things in life, and it is all fulfilled..."
Xia Xun said with a smile but not a smile: "The great gentry deserves to be the most talented man in the world. His literary and military skills are unparalleled in the world. He actually understands Yin and Yang, knows the Eight Diagrams, is proficient in the art of the Book of Changes, and learns to seek good fortune and avoid evil."
Xie Jin's emotional intelligence was really low. He didn't even hear Xia Xun's teasing tone. Hearing this, he smiled proudly and said, "The Duke deserves the award. You deserve the award!"
"Bang!"
Xia Xun couldn't bear it anymore and slapped the case, which made Jie Jin stunned and Huang Zhen was also startled.
"Xianya!"
Xia Xun called out in a deep voice, and Xian Ya quickly knelt down and saluted: "My maid is here!"
Xia Xun said: "Go down, you don't need to wait here anymore."
"yes!"
Xian Ya agreed obediently, turned around, lifted her skirt, walked out of the pavilion, and quietly stuck out her tongue.
As soon as Xian Ya left, Xia Xun stood up and said angrily: "You are self-righteous! You are smart!"
Xie Jin chuckled and said: "The Duke..."
Xia Xun pointed at his nose and scolded: "If you really understand the Zhouyi Bagua, do it for yourself first! If you really know how to avoid misfortunes and avoid disasters, would you have just been relegated to leave the capital and have to return to the capital? Yu Jia is not here.
In the capital, you actually visited the prince. Don’t you understand such a big taboo? Write a letter to say something! Write a letter to say something! Who have you discussed it with? It’s really unreasonable!”