From the perspective of future generations, this time can be called the "Youth Edition of World War". Although the Ming Dynasty was unilaterally defeated, the only participants were the Ming Dynasty and its surrounding neighbors.
But from the beginning of the civil strife in North Korea to now, on the occasion of the longevity ceremony of the Emperor of Heaven who turns 40, the "Beijing Summit" will establish the pattern of the East.
The Ambassador of Portugal witnessed this meeting as an envoy from a country outside the region.
Louis has been in the Ming Dynasty for many years, and he is also middle-aged. If you only look at him from the back, he is no different from a decent official of the Ming Dynasty.
This meeting was held at the Temple of Heaven and Earth. Originally, this place was only used as an important place for worship, but now it is increasingly becoming a special area for dealing with ritual relations in the Ming Dynasty.
Zhu Houcong has another definition: Little United Nations.
Now, this meeting is also like an alliance.
The innermost small circle is the Ming Dynasty and several vassal states that came from the Ming Dynasty clan. In the middle, there are other vassal states that are sincerely surrendered and submissive. On the periphery, there are Tubo and other places that are farther away and that the Ming Dynasty does not care about or can do nothing about.
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Luis also signed a new letter of credence with Ming Dynasty on behalf of Portugal, called a strategic partnership.
Speaking of which, Alfonso is getting older. Although Joao III is still alive, I am afraid that it is a problem caused by marriage within the family, and the children frequently die. And Alfonso and his sister are tied together and have another son. I am afraid that it is a problem caused by marriage within the family.
I can really try to let him use his youngest son to become the king of Portugal later.
Louis still did not get the advanced Ming ships and munitions that João III and Alfonso wanted.
In the Zhai Palace, Louis, who was the most foresighted by Zhu Houcong, only smiled and said after putting down his pen: "We are far apart, and I hope to see Portugal as a partner, but we must be careful. You are exploring colonies everywhere, who knows when you will covet the East again in the future? Everyone depends on it.
Well, if we can maintain mutual benefit through sea trade, that’s already support.”
Louis was a little helpless: "Your Majesty, the great emperor, with the current power of the Ming Dynasty, how dare Portugal continue to covet the East?"
"This generation is like this, and it's hard to say what will happen in the future." Zhu Houcong said with an inexplicable meaning in his eyes, "I'm afraid, it will still be inevitable in the future. But it's hard to say whether the protagonist will be Portugal by then. With the benefit of maritime trade with the Ming Dynasty, Portugal has already
It’s enough to show off in Europa.”
The Ming Dynasty would also expand outward, but it would not spread out sparse colonies thousands of miles apart like those small countries in Europe that were themselves sparse.
After digging nails in the Ili River Valley and building a buffer zone with those Central Asian civilizations, what Ming Dynasty deserves more control over are the Nanyang Islands and Australia extending out from its doorstep.
The distance is much closer, and there are many springboards along the way.
Based on these major circles, only when technical conditions mature, at least until railways, internal combustion engines and wireless communications mature, will it be possible to control a larger area.
One by one, the vassal states came over and had private talks first. In front of Zhu Zaichi, he was his real father; in front of other central and peripheral princes, he was also the loving father of the Ming Dynasty.
The emperor was generally pleasant-looking and approachable. He had in-depth exchanges with the heads of state on the ideas of governing the country and introduced his experience of the prosperity of the Ming Dynasty.
But most vassal states cannot learn, and once they learn it, they will lose their power and position.
How can a backward system like a tribal alliance be used to enlighten the people and capture the talents?
They are all based on family lineage. Can't talents take their place? There is not much thought of giving up some of the benefits, and there are not that many benefits to give away.
Therefore, just listen to the thoughts and ideas of Ming Dynasty's loving father. What deserves more attention or vigilance is what he will do next.
"What I wholeheartedly hope for is harmony, friendship, mutual trust, mutual assistance, and common development among our neighbors."
In the Hall of Prayer for Harvest at the Temple of Heaven and Earth, the loving father of the Ming Dynasty said this.
It is a very new and huge round table, and there seems to be no distinction between superior and inferior when sitting together.
"In the past, you regarded Ming Dynasty as your suzerain. In the past few years, I was worried about the people. I hope you will pay more attention to people's livelihood. You must know that people's livelihood difficulties have always been the cause of disasters. When civil strife occurs, it will inevitably affect neighboring countries, such as the escape of North Korean refugees.
, the Japanese Japanese pirates were raging."
Zhu Zaichi nodded.
Then Korea and Japan disappeared, and the world changed.
"But now I have figured it out. You all have your own difficulties, and you have to walk slowly." Zhu Houcong continued, "Even if it is a dispute over inheritance or a battle over borders, it is inevitable that the public will say what is right, and the mother-in-law will say what is right.
After the establishment of diplomatic relations, China will not regard itself as a suzerain and force you to do whatever you want. However, with the Huanming Federation, it is always good for the people under your rule to be able to make concessions without using weapons. I will take care of the people.
Heart, just do this step first.”
Nearly forty heads of state, crown princes, and the Emperor of Ming Dynasty sat at a table and came up with a new concept.
"It's called the Federation, it means we are all one family." Zhu Houcong said jokingly, "Look at the Portuguese ambassador, he can't sit here today. In my mind, there are still things inside and outside. After so many years of merchant ships, you all know that the Westerners
What are you doing all over the world? Now that the Ming Dynasty has defeated the Portuguese first, they dare not make mistakes, but there is always the possibility of serious trouble in the future. What if the Westerners also have better ships and better artillery, and the whole family will advance and retreat together, and you will all
It’s safe.”
"...Your Majesty's kind heart, Xiao Wang..."
Zhu Houcong smiled and raised his hand and said modestly: "The most important thing is that a family should move around more. The more exchanges you have, the better you will understand each other. If you do business and trade, your heirs and talented people will go to school and apply for work, and you will be able to work in all countries."
There are benefits. Frankly speaking, China is still getting better and stronger. If you remain stubborn, you will be even more frightened in the future. Although China is a bit forceful now, I believe that your kings, ministers and people will eventually feel that
This melon is sweet."
Zhu Zaichi couldn't help lowering his head and grinning.
His mentality is naturally different and he is young. For him, this is certainly sweet. But I am afraid many people think it is better for me to be free behind closed doors and don't disturb me.
But can everything go as they wish?
You can control yourself, but you can't control others.
If it’s not the Ming Dynasty, it could be some other big country. A powerful country will finally knock on the door.
This is no longer the time in ancient times when we could live without contact.
In fact, unlike what Zhu Zaichi thought, many people actually breathed a sigh of relief.
It seems that Ming Dynasty has indeed stopped. This time, it is not aggressive and does not force them to implement new systems internally and provide good governance to the people.
The Mongolian, Yuan, Burmese, Jiaozhi, and Jurchen countries that took the lead before were naturally hammered very hard this time, but that’s the end of it, right?
On the contrary, the smoother trade relationship with the Ming Dynasty and the more equal courtesy relationship than in the past made people feel relaxed.
The family's words were also very kind.
The Ming Dynasty no longer regards them as ministers in the capacity of canonization. Whoever submits credentials will continue to be recognized. The establishment of diplomatic relations has the same authority as requesting canonization. This point has not changed in essence.
Being able to do this will eliminate huge internal and external pressures.
There is no camera, but there is a painter and credentials.
Under the autumn sunshine in the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, many kings drank tea together in the afternoon, expressing goodwill and harmony.
The Ming Dynasty was extremely well prepared. This time, the kings of each country did not wear the official uniforms used for the Ming Dynasty's canonization. The Weaving Bureau had long been ordered to weave robes that fit their status and characteristics based on the clothing customs of many countries.
On the layers of circular hills in the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, the uppermost layer is a scene where the kings are smiling, drinking tea and talking.
Below, there are many painters splashing ink on the desk. Wen Zhengming is still there, and his body is very strong. Who can explain this?
This scene needs to be painted, and every king of the country has a copy. There is a panoramic view of all the kings gathered together in their own robes, and there are also their personal portraits.
Before arriving in the capital, they did not expect that they were being treated with respect as the masters of a country.
In their minds, the important ministers of the Ming Dynasty were much more powerful than they were. Each adviser would specifically deal with a king of the country, so that they would feel treated like distinguished guests of the Ming Dynasty.
It was not a tribute, but their congratulatory gifts were all received in return. The long-lost return gifts were worth more than them.
Zhu Houcong was very willing to conquer many countries and how many were captured?
What's important is what's behind.
As the crown prince of the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Zaiyi also experienced his last thing before leaving Beijing here.
Standing behind his father, he listened to his father talking and laughing about the local customs and customs with the Sultan of Johor, King Ulyanha Khan.
But in my mind, I remembered what my father said before setting off from Zhai Palace this morning: In the next half of my life, I will be laying the foundation for your future. The infiltration of these countries and the wooing of some forces, I don’t know how much it will take in one generation.
How many variables are brewing? The platform of Huanming Federation is what you should keep paying attention to in the future in Vietnam. If you click on a person, I will let him preside over the daily affairs here and deal with envoys from various countries. When you sit in this position,
There are many opportunities to achieve great achievements and establish prestige.
From the beginning of the year to now, half a year has passed.
From the first moment when he learned that he was going to go to North Vietnam to the present moment, Zhu Zaiyi really felt his father's painstaking efforts.
Now he looked at his eldest brother who was sitting not far away and was talking to Gaifa, the leader of Siam Ayutthaya.
Previously, in the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, the Ming Dynasty announced to other countries how to deal with Burma, Jiaozhi, and the Jurchens.
Except for North Vietnam, a place that was originally a solid territory of the Ming Dynasty during the Yongle period, it was recovered and established as a province. South Jiaozhi was established as a country of Vietnam, with the King of Yue as its leader.
On the Burma side, Lower Burma gave the Ming Dynasty the first king with a different surname, Mu Shaoxun, who was honored as the leader of a country. The country was called Cangnan. In addition, there were three kingdoms of Mengyang, Mubang, and Bagan, each named after the Three Kingdoms of the Ming Dynasty.
In the past, vassal kings mainly married each other. After the restoration of the Lanna Kingdom, the eighth prince born to Zhu Houcong and Lanna's sister was naturally the head of the kingdom.
Gaifa came unexpectedly, risking a powerful minister to usurp the throne, and took the initiative to return the invaded old Lanna land and many new territories, just to gain Ming's recognition and help to help him eliminate that powerful minister.
So now when Zhu Zaiyi looked at Gaifa, who was chatting happily with his eldest brother, he felt a little ridiculous in his heart.
Was it because of internal worries and the courtesy he received after arriving in Beijing that he lost his mind? Luring the wolf into the house is nothing more than that.
Of course, if the eldest brother's future had clearer possibilities, he would be able to get along well with him when he arrived in Vietnam - at least while the eldest brother was sending troops to help Gaifa, Vietnam would be able to transport grain and grass to support him.
In the ceremonial tone that the loving father of the Ming Dynasty had explained himself, the top veteran actors of the Ming Dynasty respected the etiquette one by one, and shouted "Your Highness" with respect, so many people were lost. But at the dinner that night, the outstanding figures in the literary world of the Ming Dynasty
They wrote countless poems and poems praising the harmony of the Federation.
Those are "Respect to the Country of XX" and "Ode to XX" written individually by the top literary masters of the Ming Dynasty. If you take them back and frame them, you can remember them for many years.
Among them was even Yang Shen, the former number one scholar and former prime minister of the Ming Dynasty.
Zhu Houcong then took his hand and said, "It's hard to repair!"
"...For the Ming Dynasty, I..." It was hard for him to imagine how his actions tonight would be reviewed in future history.
The emperor personally arranged for the top ministers of the Ming Dynasty, the top people in the literary world, the painting world, and the calligraphy world. During this period of time, they used countless works to let the vassal leaders and envoys feel the literary and artistic style and friendship of the Ming Dynasty.
All this will pave the way for a new relationship and pave the way for the next twenty years.
After the thunderous attack, the troops were withdrawn and stabilized, and then there was such kindness and respect. It was first frightening and then sweet, and most of the time it was confused and numb.
In a court like the Jiajing Dynasty, who doesn't have superb acting skills?
What's more, if you are acting under orders, if you perform well, it will be a great achievement.
Great achievements bring great rewards.
After the "summit" at the Temple of Heaven and Earth ended and the emperor returned to the Forbidden City, there was a big reward in front of the National Assembly Hall.
Guo Xun, Yu Dayou, Ma Fang, Xue Han, Yan Shifan... the generals who made great contributions in the war to destroy the country and have now arrived in Beijing have received countless rewards, both internally and externally.
Yang Shen, Mao Bowen, Xia Yan, Zhang Jing, Yang Bo... those who wanted to become officials, went to the vassal state and the civil servants who had recently returned to the real land were also honored.
Cui Yuan, Lu Bing, Yu Chengye...many national relatives, who have been loyal for many years, also have periodic merit awards.
Guo Xun has survived until now, and survived a Northern Expedition. He, a fool who has stood clearly on the emperor's side since the beginning of Zhu Houcong's accession to the throne, finally received the top treatment in the Ming Dynasty: with the king's title, King Yi can only respect him even though he is the only one who can respect him.
He will live for two or three years, but his son will become the Duke of the country. He will be worthy of his ancestors and himself.
Yang Shen turned gray early, but his father and son spent their entire lives reaching the highest position of civil servants, and now they also have the title of Duke. Even if his son is not talented enough, there is still a marquis waiting for him.
Mu Shaoxun was the king of Cangnan, General Yan Chunsheng was the king of Zhenxi, and the generals of the foreign vassals had many titles, but the ones that everyone paid more attention to were Yu Dayou and Ma Fang.
Originally the Marquis of Hanhai, Yu Dayou only gave him the title Duke of Qin, but this title belongs to Qin, and Yu Dayou still retained Ming Dynasty as a first-class military figure in the future!
Ma Fang, on the other hand, is still young and had no title before. He was only granted the title of Marquis of Dingbei. He is appointed as the Admiral of Dingbei Camp of the Beiting Protectorate. He still has a chance in the future.
Qi Jiguang was younger. This time he was only promoted to the Eastern Marine Division as a guerrilla general, and later expanded into Southeast Asia. He also had plenty of opportunities.
"Taizong of the Tang Dynasty had the Lingyan Pavilion, where the twenty-four heroes helped Li Tang rule the world! I built the Hall of Heroes and the Forest of Steles above and below the Meridian Gate. Thousands of years later, as long as the Forbidden City remains, I and my descendants can help me and my descendants to rule the world.
, where he will be respected and praised by future generations!"
After finishing reciting the reward decrees one after another, Zhu Houcong stood up and spoke loudly.
"It is now one hundred and eighty years after the founding of the Ming Dynasty. In another twenty years, I will probably still be alive. Two hundred years after the founding of the Ming Dynasty, can the monarchs and ministers have such ambitions? The glorious Ming Dynasty has not turned from prosperity to decline, but is thriving?"
Yan Song knew what was going on, and immediately shouted: "Your Majesty has a long life, and his anger will last forever. The sun and moon will not fall, and the elixir will be eternal. The history of the Qing Dynasty is clear, and the Ming Dynasty will be recreated. The two hundred years since the founding of the country will only be as good as when your Majesty was a young man.
There is boundless heaven and earth to flex our muscles. The great unity of the world has been admired by the sages and ministers from generation to generation for thousands of years, and it has actually started from today! Before the achievements are completed, the Ming Dynasty does not dare to be prosperous, and the ministers do not dare to slack off!"
When the Chief Assistant opened his mouth, the newly rewarded ministers, the coveted rank 4, 5, 6 and 7, immediately learned to praise him continuously.
"The great unity of the world begins today! I don't dare to slack off before my achievements are accomplished!"
Zhu Houcong suffered from these and emphasized them over and over again, which was also a kind of intrusion.
"well said!"
The middle-aged emperor is still full of energy and his voice is as loud as a bell.
"I won't slack off either!" Zhu Houcong glanced at him, "Where is Wu Cheng'en?"
"...I am here."
Zhu Houcong nodded: "Wu Qing accompanied me to the funeral, chatted for many years, and worked hard to write for more than a year. The first volume of "Datong Immortal Ming Ji" has just been completed. I succeeded to the throne as a young man, and I have heard many praises of saints for more than twenty years. Dear,
It is often said that I am a divine king who came to the world. What I think is indeed extraordinary. Let’s print this volume first and circulate it to hundreds of officials. The prosperous age of Datong has indeed just begun. If we continue on this road, we will eventually end up flying into the sky and into the earth.
I would like to dream about those magical days together with you."
So the scene of the grand award was actually the emperor's order to distribute the first volume of a certain novel.
Since it was impossible to see on the spot, the emperor continued to speak.
"The old ministers have worked hard for the country, the backbone has a promising future, and the newcomers each have their own strengths. What can the future of the Ming Dynasty look like? The monarch and his ministers will live up to the three, the higher will live up to the justice and public will, the middle will live up to the power and honor, and the lower will live up to the people.
.As long as you live up to these three things, you can strive for official positions and merit in civil and military affairs. I see you display your talents for the foundation of Ming Dynasty and Datong, and I have no reason to be suspicious."
"The prince is going to Vietnam, and I have made many arrangements for my sons, clan, and relatives. I have trained them and trusted them, just hoping that you will also see higher and further. When I took over the throne, I asked why
A rich country. Today, the Ming Dynasty will be rich and powerful. How many times more powerful than it was at the beginning? In the future, the Ming Dynasty will be rich, powerful, and willful. How many times more will it be than today? Fighting is not a bad thing. If you fight without defeat, the king, his subjects, and all the people will be able to reach the same place.
To enjoy greater wealth and honor, and to live like a fairy in the Ming Dynasty, is the right path."
"The heads of all the countries gathered in the capital, and the world was just a small corner of the world! I treat them as one family because I have regarded myself as the real master of the world. Now, it is just me who thinks so. But after reading this "
"Datong Immortal Ming Ji", I hope you also have such pride and such a vision!"
"To the east of the Eastern Ocean, there is still fertile soil; to the south of the Southern Ocean, there is still heaven and earth; on the shores of the Western Ocean, there is already rising. Above the nine heavens, stars are spread out!"
After saying this in one breath, Zhu Houcong paused, and then said sadly: "When life is limited, I can only imagine the immortal world first. But it doesn't matter, my descendants, your descendants, my descendants of all the people of China,
Once you have that picture in your mind, you will know where to go.”
"During the pre-Qin period, the sages longed for the past and had the idea of a prosperous and harmonious world in troubled times. That was their wildest imagination."
"This fantasy has inspired generations of scholars. For thousands of years, wise kings and wise ministers have tried their best to get closer."
"Today, I and you have also begun to have new ideas, so as to encourage each other..."
During the great dynasty, the sunshine near noon shone in from the south of the main hall.
The Emperor of Ming Dynasty talked about his imagination, and as he talked, long-lasting memories came to his mind.
It's just that in his fantasy, the world is unified and the world is unified. Everyone of the descendants of Yan and Huang is like a dragon. With the ability to fly into the sky and escape from the earth, they weave the dream of stars and sea.
These are fictitious, but under the rule of China, the billions of people who control a star of resources and financial resources, the per capita longevity and the prosperity of food and clothing are more concrete and fascinating.
The Emperor of Ming Dynasty seemed to be talking about a dream. Zhu Zaiyi, who was about to "go to work" after attending today's court meeting, finally felt where his father's eyes were staring.
He has seen so far, so he is disappointed that he could only see twenty or thirty years into the future?
Even if you can only see it for a hundred or fifty years, you may have different perceptions.
After Zhu Houcong finished speaking what he wanted to describe, he looked at the expressions of the ministers in the quiet hall.
Some people are a little tired, some are thoughtful, and some are in agitated mood.
He looked at the sunlight and shadows outside the palace from a distance, and smiled calmly in his heart: "Therefore, there is a great unity in the world, and monarchs and ministers must share this ambition. I believe that there is no hindrance to the depth of this ambition. It is important for monarchs and ministers to carry out this ambition."
.When it comes to deeds, regardless of the heart, nobles, if they have appearance, they will be great."
Many people were shocked and expressed their opinions again.
Zhu Houcong just nodded with a smile: "Dismiss the dynasty, hold a banquet, and congratulate the heroes! In the 200th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, we will see whether we can hold another grand ceremony of Datong in the future!"
In the National Assembly Hall, the Emperor of Heaven pointed the direction to an unknown number of hundreds of years.
But at this moment, as usual, there are mountains shouting long live, and everyone is calling the saints.
I don’t want to think about the grand ceremony of Datong anymore.
But inside and outside the National Assembly Hall, Tang Shunzhi, Xu Jie, Gao Gong, Yu Dayou, Qi Jiguang, Zhang Juzheng...
They knew that the emperor's words were meant for them, the young and middle-aged generation, to tell them where to go in the future.
Walking together with the emperor on this road, they will accompany the elderly emperor at the grand ceremony in the future and take the stage as important ministers of the Ming Dynasty.
That would also be the summary of the lifetime achievements of this unprecedented king.
After kneeling on the ground and raising his head, Zhang Juzheng was suddenly stunned.
He was only qualified to kneel outside the palace, but from a distance, the emperor's eyes seemed to be cast on him.
...Maybe the midday sun was already a bit strong, and Zhang Juzheng felt hot all over.