After all, Chen Li is the commander of the Jinyi Guards.
He wholeheartedly agreed with the New Deal.
Because of his agreement, when he learned that Zhang Anshi wanted to support the new policies of Japan and Korea, his first reaction was some resistance.
If these vassal states were to learn this, wouldn't it mean that they would teach their apprentices and starve their masters to death?
As for why he doesn't agree, it's not that Chen Li has a complete theoretical system or has any other ideas.
This is just the simplest emotional reaction.
Then Chen Li said: "Your Highness, if you are not of my race, your heart must be different. Even if the Koreans and the Japanese are respectful, their respect is based on the prosperity of our country, the Ming Dynasty. What if..."
Zhang Anshi understood what he meant and said: "I know all this and I know it in my heart. Just take care of yourself and don't worry. Chen Li, since when have you been so long-winded and like a woman? Okay.
, you just have to wait and see."
Chen Li felt a little relieved after hearing these words. Worrying was one thing, but he had to say that he had always been convinced of Zhang Anshi.
After a pause, he said: "Your Highness, do you still need to continue to inquire about Honglu Temple?"
Zhang Anshi thought for a moment and said, "There's no need to pry, that's it."
"Here."
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Honglu Temple.
Here, there are banquets almost every day these days.
All the talents have arrived.
There were many talented people talking loudly and it was very lively.
Among them, Zheng Chen is the most beautiful.
No one thought that this new scholar would suddenly turn around and become a distinguished guest of Japan.
Not only that, even the envoys from North Korea secretly contacted him!
However, Zheng Chen seems to have quite a sense of integrity and is a loyal minister who does not interfere with the two masters.
Now that we have agreed to the Japanese, how can we still have secret intercourse with the Korean state?
Today is another banquet.
The Japanese have set a date for their return.
Thirty-nine talents were hired this time, all of whom were well-known figures in the Ming Dynasty.
General Ashikaga Yoshitsune was overjoyed. During these days, he had collected a lot of information about the Ming Dynasty, and he knew more and more that after the Celestial Empire implemented the New Deal, its national power had reached the peak of its history.
This visit to Hajj was not in vain.
The samurai who followed were also gearing up. The Japanese were accustomed to the Central Plains, so they did not have any psychological barriers.
This time when I return to China, the new policy is imminent.
Everyone was happy and drunk.
Ashikaga Yoshitsune held Zheng Chen's hand and said affectionately: "I have read extensively about the implementation of the New Deal, and I have a good grasp of it. However, I still need advice on how to formulate Japan's reforms."
"It's easy. I've already made up my mind." Normally, Zheng Chen is actually very humble, but now, because he was drunk, Zheng Chen couldn't help but be a little immodest.
At this time, the spring breeze was triumphant, with a smile on his face, and he said: "There are three important points of the new policy. The first is to divide the fields, the second is to open up the sea, and the third is to get rid of the old evils."
Dividing the land and opening up the sea were easy to talk about, but eradicating the old evils made Ashikaga Yoshitaka a little puzzled, so he asked: "What does it mean to eradicate the old evils?"
"We must fight against Confucianism, but we must not allow monks to act recklessly. All the previous old systems will be basically abolished. In this way, the foundation of this new policy will be solidified."
"Oh." Ashikaga Yoshitaka nodded and continued: "Besides these three, what other branches are there?"
"Modeling a model camp, revitalizing industry and commerce, manufacturing firearms..."
He spoke like a treasure trove, talking like a man intoxicated.
Ashikaga Yoshitsune couldn't help but feel happy after hearing this.
Seeing the prosperity of Middle-earth and listening to Zheng Chen's eloquent words, Ashikaga Yoshitsune couldn't help but feel excited and full of expectations for the future.
"It's just... Your Highness..." After gushing out some suggestions, Zheng Chen said with a straight face: "All the above measures are mediocre. The success or failure of the New Deal does not depend on it."
Although Ashikaga Yoshitsune was full of alcohol, after hearing Zheng Chen's words, he suddenly became more serious and said, "Please give me some advice."
Zheng Chen said: "The success or failure of the New Deal depends on whether His Highness has the determination to make a desperate move. If His Highness retreats, he will still be a prince. This matter of breaking the boat can be left to His Highness's children and grandchildren to solve."
As soon as he said these words, Ashikaga Yoshitsune immediately showed a resolute expression, wishing he could immediately draw out his sword and cut off his own fingers to express his determination.
So he said with emotion: "The King of Song can do it, and so can I. I also invite you, sir, and all the wise men, to follow me east to Fusang and give me your advice."
"Okay." Zheng Chen also made a decision immediately.
Zheng Chen's face was glowing with pride. He finally had such an opportunity. How could he miss it?
"What I'm afraid of is that the New Deal will not be successful... and it will make generosity laughable." Ashikaga Yoshitsune said with emotion.
Although he was excited, he was also a little worried.
Zheng Chen then said seriously: "The King of Song can do it, so why can't Your Highness? These days, I have been getting along with His Highness day and night. His Highness's talent is ten times better than that of the King of Song. He will definitely succeed. Please put aside your worries."
After hearing this, Ashikaga Yoshitsune was even more excited.
Anyone who listens to the nice words will obey him. In fact, he has also heard something about Zhang Anshi. The implementation of the New Deal is indeed a great contribution to the world. However, Zhang Anshi has many criticisms and shortcomings. He is greedy, lazy, and greedy.
It has all five poisons.
In this regard, he considers himself to be much better than Zhang Anshi.
A few days later, Korea and Japan returned home respectively.
It was a huge delegation when they came, but when they returned, it was even bigger.
There were thirty-five Ming Dynasty sages hired by Korea, and there were even more Japanese people, totaling a hundred.
This matter...naturally caused a lot of rumors.
"His Majesty……"
Inside the palace, Yi Shiha carefully entered the literary building.
Zhu Di was taking a nap with his eyes closed. When he heard Yi Shiha's hurried voice, he only opened his eyelids gently and glanced at Yi Shiha.
"The Japanese and Korean envoys have left Beijing."
"Well..." Zhu Di just hummed, his face still calm.
During these days, he did not ask about foreign affairs, but Yishiha was like his eyes and nose. Zhu Di relied on Yishiha to control everything in the world.
This time, he seemed to be testing not only the prince, but also all the officials in the court.
Yi Shiha continued: "There is quite a bit of criticism in the DPRK about this..."
He lowered his head, but when he said these words, he looked at Zhu Di cautiously.
In fact, unless absolutely necessary, Yi Shiha is not willing to talk about people behind their backs.
But now... the situation is a little different. At least Yi Shiha is very worried. His Royal Highness the King of Song seems to be too kind to Korea and Japan. This has gone beyond the scope of tribute and reward.
Yi Shiha hoped that at this time, before the envoys of Korea and Japan had boarded the ship, these talented people could be intercepted to avoid any hidden dangers in the future. By then...he, Zhang Anshi, would probably be criticized even more.
Zhu Di finally opened his eyes slightly, looked at him and said, "Criticism?"
Yi Shiha said: "Many people say...His Royal Highness the King of Song Dynasty...supported the new policy of the vassal country so much. Although the Japanese and Korean countries were respectful, in the end..."
"Hey..." Zhu Di nodded.
He naturally knows these truths. People's hearts are sinister, let alone foreigners. No matter how respectful they are, in the final analysis, many people do not even dare to trust their own brothers and neighbors easily, but they have an indescribable sense of trust in foreigners.
The so-called fragrance from far away and smell from near is probably like this.
Zhu Di had countless experiences in this life, so he naturally felt that there was something wrong with this matter.
In his view, even clan vassals must be on guard against them, and the court must impose restrictions on them, let alone Korea and Japan!
If we take ten thousand steps back, Korea will be at peace. The Japanese are very ambitious. The Japanese troubles in the early Ming Dynasty were well known, and many soldiers and civilians were killed and injured.
Zhu Di frowned, couldn't help but stand up, and started pacing back and forth, looking very worried.
Yi Shiha hesitated for a moment, and finally said: "Why don't your Majesty make a decree to invite the person back? I heard that a great sage like Zheng Chen knows the New Deal very well, and he is the person who knows the New Deal most thoroughly in the world. Written by him
The book is regarded as a treasure book of the New Deal. Entering Fusang this time is like letting Li Si enter Guanzhong. As for other talents, I have also taught people to inquire about them. They are all full of knowledge, and they are the most powerful new ones recently.
Push hands."
"These are all well-known figures in the capital. Their books are very profound. I have read some of them. Although I cannot understand them, I am impressed by them. I am thinking, Your Majesty..."
When Zhu Di heard this, he frowned, waved his hands and said: "That's not necessary. I have taught the prince to supervise the country, and the prince has approved this matter. If I recall people at this time, wouldn't I be meddling in other people's business? I am now meddling in other people's affairs.
Just look at the results and don’t care about anything else. If it really nourishes Korea and Japan because of this, I can still bear this loss..."
Yi Shiha hesitated for a moment and said: "What I am worried about is His Highness the King of Song. If this happens, he will be infamous for thousands of years."
Zhu Di smiled and said: "You slave, you even care about others' reputation."
Yishiha said sincerely: "Your Majesty, this slave has served your Majesty for so many years. Your Majesty is my slave's master, and the prince is my slave's young master. As for His Highness the King of Song, since he is your majesty's heart and soul, naturally he is also my slave's..."
Zhu Di waved his hand and interrupted him: "Okay, okay, I know, I know everything, but for now... let's take a look and see before we talk."
Yi Shiha had no choice but to say: "I obey your order."
Zhu Di suddenly said with emotion: "Oh, I don't have much time left. I can recall you once today to make up for it. But in a few years, when I really go to see Emperor Taizu Gao, who can make up for it after it has been lost?"
?”
He sighed quietly, and then continued: "That's why I am like this. If the truth is solved, I will feel relieved. Even if the prince and Zhang Qing's family's affairs are not solved, I can use this to teach them a lesson. This
There is nothing in the world that is more valuable than a lesson. If people don’t stumble, they will become arrogant and arrogant.”
Yi Shiha said with a look of admiration: "Your Majesty has thought deeply about it, and I really admire it..."
Zhu Di, however, remained silent. After a pause, he sat back at the imperial table, picked up a copy of the Dongchang Report sent by Yi Shiha, and began to read it carefully again.
…………
Zhang Anshi recently discovered that many people in Wenyuan Pavilion looked at him strangely.
He was in a good mood, but he didn't take it seriously.
But for more than ten days, Zhang Anshi could hold it back, but Hu Guang couldn't hold it in any longer.
So Hu Guang took the opportunity, pulled Zhang Anshi's sleeve, called him aside, and whispered furtively: "Your Highness, have you heard any rumors recently?"
Zhang Anshi said calmly: "I never listen to rumors."
Hu Guang immediately put on a sincere expression and said: "There are some rumors, it would be good to hear them."
Zhang Anshi raised a slight smile at the corner of his mouth and said: "What exactly does Hu Gong want to say?"
"This... this... um..." Hu Guang tilted his head, tried hard to think of his words, and then said: "His Royal Highness, didn't you warn His Highness something?"
Zhang Anshi said directly: "Don't beat around the bush."
Hu Guang said with emotion: "His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is so kind. He didn't even blame him. Hey...if I had such a brother-in-law..."
Zhang Anshi opened his eyes slightly and immediately interrupted him: "Mr. Hu, what you think is quite beautiful."
Hu Guang suddenly smiled awkwardly and said: "Cough cough... cough cough... Yan laughed, Yan laughed, Your Highness, don't blame me."
Zhang Anshi then said: "What exactly did you want to say just now?"
Hu Guang then said in a serious manner: "Your Highness, I heard that Japan and Korea are also going to start a new policy."
Zhang Anshi smiled and said: "The New Deal is good. What's wrong with implementing the New Deal?"
"This... this..." Hu Guang frowned and said hesitantly: "Your Highness... Others say that Hu is a kind woman, but I didn't expect that Your Highness... is actually kind-hearted."
Zhang Anshi looked at him helplessly and said: "Mr. Hu, please, don't beat around the bush."
Hu Guang looked straight at him and said: "I won't beat around the bush, I'm afraid His Highness won't be able to bear it and is too cautious..."
Zhang Anshi suppressed his smile and said, "What do you mean? That I, the king, will retaliate?"
"No, I don't mean that." Hu Guangdao: "What I mean is that this time the Korean and Japanese countries have started a new deal, I'm afraid... it may not be a good thing for our Ming Dynasty?"
"Why?"
Hu Guangdao: "Joseon and Japan will definitely make great progress once the new policy is adopted. Then...it will be difficult to restrain them. Especially the Japanese. Although the imperial court regards them as a country that cannot be conquered, His Highness does not know something. As early as decades ago,
Before, the Japanese pirates were raging and invading the southeast. Countless soldiers and civilians were killed by the Japanese pirates. In many villages along the coast, almost everyone wore linen and every family wore mourning. Therefore... in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shandong, everyone hated them.
, but at this time, His Highness not only treats them so kindly, but also recommends many talents to help them implement the new policy. This... can be detrimental to your reputation..."
Zhang Anshi said: "So this is what Mr. Hu said. You should have said it earlier. You have to say a lot about one sentence. If Mr. Hu went to a tea shop to tell people, I'm afraid he would be beaten by the onlookers.
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Hu Guang was stunned, as if he had been deeply humiliated. His eyes widened and he couldn't help but said: "How could His Highness say such evil things? I would also like to remind you."
Zhang Anshi smiled and said: "Whether they succeed or not, what does it have to do with me? Why do they make it seem like I have become a sinner for thousands of years."
Hu Guang frowned and said: "This talented person is always recommended by His Highness. So many talented people are the treasures of my Ming Dynasty..."
"Okay, okay." Zhang Anshi said: "Mr. Hu, let's drink tea and talk about romance."
Hu Guangdao: "Feng Yue? I am getting older. Now that I have exhausted all my urination, what kind of romance can I still have? Your Highness, I would also like to advise you that young people must take care of their bodies at this time. Otherwise, when the time comes,
When I was this age, hey..."
Zhang Anshi: "..."
Seeing that the topic is getting further and further away, the topic will be dropped.
It’s the end of the year in a blink of an eye.
This matter seems to have been forgotten long ago.
But slowly, some news began to come out.
Some maritime merchants traveling between Japan and Korea finally brought back news from Japan and Korea.
As expected, these two countries began to take drastic measures and implement new policies.
It is said that because of the new weather, many maritime merchants have begun to flock to it, saying that they can make a lot of money by going to Japan and Korea.
As soon as the news came out, even the commercial newspapers began to publish it frantically.
Suddenly, the stars who were originally overseas were transferred from Java to Korea and Japan.
Almost all the maritime merchants who came from Japan were full of praise for Japan.
This incident caused some minor disturbances in Jiangsu and Zhejiang. The commercial newspaper boasted about the new policies of Korea and Japan, but somehow it triggered some backlash. Some people in Ningbo actually smashed a newsstand.
A telegram came to the capital that night, and the imperial court ordered a strict investigation. Finally, it was discovered that when the Japanese pirates were raging, Ningbo suffered the most, and countless people were separated from their wives.
Although decades, two or three generations have passed, these memories are still there after all. So a group of strong men, indignant, could not find the rightful owner for a while, and they could not come to the capital to edit the business newspaper.
The editors and editors simply vented their anger on the newsstand.
After learning the whole story, the court had no choice but to admit it and suppress the matter.
And after the beginning of spring, it is a busy season for sea trade, and the ships traveling between Japan and Korea are even more crowded.
Since the statistics of maritime trade between the two countries have been rising steadily, the Ministry of Maritime Affairs even calculated that the trade volume has increased by more than four times compared with the same month last year.
It can be seen from this that the new policies in these two countries are in full swing.
This also led to Zheng Chen and others' books becoming popular in the capital again.
It was not until the middle of the year that summer entered, but at this moment, at Songjiang Port, a dilapidated ship swayed and arrived at Huating Port.
Immediately afterwards, a man in Japanese attire hurriedly disembarked from the boat. This man's eyes were dull and his face was worried, like a frightened bird, he was looking around cautiously.
It seemed that someone noticed something strange about this person.
A patrolman at the port strode forward and shouted: "Who are you..."
Slowly and then quickly, the man suddenly knelt down, covered his face with his hands, and said in agony: "It's over, it's over, it's over..."
Although he was dressed as a Japanese, he actually spoke Mandarin with a Jiangxi accent.