Chapter 395 Mixed joys and sorrows, come on horseback
Today, the Southern Dynasty only has the loyalty of some monks and samurai, and its strength is no more than a feudal lord at most. It does not have the strength to launch a war to overthrow the shogun and the subsequent Emperor Uta of the Northern Dynasty.
Since Emperor Go-Kameyama, all the emperors of the Southern Dynasties have been trying their best to make Emperor Go-Daigo and his family the supreme rulers of Japan again, but they have never been able to realize this wish.
In the third year of the founding of the Ming Dynasty, Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, the third-generation general of the Muromachi shogunate, sent Hakata businessman Hitofu and monk Zua to the Ming Dynasty. The following year, the Ming Dynasty canonized Ashikaga Yoshimitsu as the "King of Japan" and began the two-year war in the form of tribute. The formal diplomatic relations between the two countries began, and tribute trade to the Ming Dynasty began.
The Ming Dynasty even thought that the shogun of the Muromachi shogunate was the king of the Japanese country, but there was nothing they could do about it. The emperor of the Northern Dynasty was controlled by him, while the power of the emperor of the Southern Dynasty was too pitiful and there was no way to respond.
But today, the Emperor of the Southern Dynasties, who was almost in despair, heard the news of the Ming Dynasty's envoy. How could he not be shocked beyond belief? So much so that after repeated confirmations, he dared to believe that the Ming Dynasty's envoy was indeed coming. Look for yourself, instead of going north to look for the shogun or the emperor of the Northern Dynasties.
"Their giant ships are even taller than our city. On top of their warships are those terrifying big tubes. Once fired, the sky will collapse and the earth will fall apart. Our warships and city walls will be like paper in front of their big tubes. Just like..." The samurai who followed Nahatakeyama Yoshi into the palace put his head on the floor and respectfully recounted their initial contact with the Ming envoys.
Listening to the samurai's vivid description, Emperor Zunyi felt mixed feelings in his heart. He never imagined that the Ming Dynasty was so powerful that a fleet of just a mission could completely destroy a heavily guarded port.
"...The city guard finally believed the words of the Ming Dynasty merchant and welcomed the envoy into the city to entertain him. But before the villain came, the Ming envoy had already led his guards towards Yoshino. "
"The Ming Dynasty is so powerful? But I don't know why the Ming Dynasty envoy made me peace." Zunyi couldn't help but beat a drum in his heart. You must know that in the past, the Ming Dynasty had conferred the title of Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu. For the King of Japan.
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The Northern Dynasty has always carried out tribute trade with the Ming Dynasty, although in the past few decades, it was later abandoned due to the maritime affairs of the Ming Dynasty. Although the tribute was not cut off, more benefits were obtained from the sea, that is, by pirates. To deal with the Ming Dynasty's merchant ships at sea.
But so what. No one can catch any evidence. Even if they are caught, then they will catch a bunch of gangsters and hand them over to the Ming Dynasty like what Ashikaga Yoshimitsu did back then. As for the Ming Dynasty's demeanor and temper, this matter will certainly not affect anything.
But now, the Ming Dynasty envoy came to the envoy, not to the Northern Dynasty, nor to find the general. Instead, he came to find himself. This made Zunyi feel complacent, but also a little afraid.
After all, there is no way to know the purpose of the Ming envoy's visit. Whether it is a good thing or a bad thing, no one can tell.
"Your Majesty the Emperor, I think that the Ming envoy did not go to the Northern Dynasty to find those rebellious people, but came to see you, which shows that there must be something beneficial to our Southern Dynasty. Otherwise, with the strength of the Ming envoy, I can
The Southern Dynasty suffered heavy losses."
"...Besides, if it is really going to be detrimental to our Southern Dynasty, then how dare the envoys of the Ming Dynasty dare to come and risk their lives alone?"
Although Hatakeyama Yoshi is not a famous minister, he may be able to become an important minister in the Southern Dynasty. At least in terms of strategy and ability, he is a step ahead. Therefore, seeing Emperor Zunyi so worried, he analyzed it for Emperor Zunyi.
After hearing Hatakeyama Yoshitsune's words, the more Emperor Zunyi thought about it, the more sense it made. He threw away all the last worries in his heart and praised him again and again. "Okay, if that's the case, then I feel at ease, Lord Hatakeyama.
I'll leave it to you to handle the matter. Don't neglect the envoy of the Ming Dynasty. Alas, I really hope that the envoy of the Ming Dynasty can arrive earlier. I hope that the envoy of the Ming Dynasty can know about the chaos in Yamato and restore the unity of Dajue Temple.
The glory of the past.”
Seeing His Majesty the Emperor like this, Nahatakeyama Yi couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief. Although he was loyal to His Majesty the Emperor of the Southern Dynasty until death, he was also full of pessimism about the future of the Southern Dynasty, and even,
At the beginning of his allegiance, Hatakeyama Yoshika never felt that the Southern Dynasty would have a chance to truly unify the world.
However, for his own beliefs, Hatakeyama Yisuga still made the decision to support the Southern Dynasty. Although he was gambling, if he used his own power to serve the Northern Dynasty, he might not even be able to add the so-called icing on the cake.
It was annexed by some powerful people.
Compared with the weak Southern Dynasty, Hatakeyama Yoshihiro's coming to surrender was a typical help in times of need, and it made everyone in the Southern Dynasty have extra trust in him. At least, he could surrender in adversity. Such loyalty will naturally be
There is no doubt about it.
This is also the reason why the emperors of the Southern Dynasties paid special attention to him and mostly listened to his opinions.
And this time, many warriors and monks in the palace also greatly agreed with Hatakeyama Yoshijo's words. After all, his analysis was indeed very reasonable, so he quickly came to the conclusion that he must squeeze out more money no matter what.
Come and serve the envoys of the Ming Dynasty. Try to persuade the envoys of the Ming Dynasty to write to the emperor of the Ming Dynasty and tell him that the king of Japan was driven to the miserable place of Yoshino by a group of rebellious officials and thieves and survived.
I hope that the Ming Dynasty, the suzerain country, will have a benevolent and righteous heart, fulfill its responsibilities as a suzerain, help the Emperor Zunyi to eliminate the rebellious parties, and restore the great rule of the Japanese country.
Two days later, a team of about two hundred riders appeared only a few miles away from Yoshino Castle. The leader was Yuan Bin, a confidant of Emperor Zhu Qizhen of the Great Tomorrow. He looked at the building built on the mountain.
In Yoshino City, Yuan Bin smiled at Qianhu, the emperor's personal army beside him, and said, "Tell me, if our Ming army were to attack such a city, how many troops and horses would it take?"
"Although the terrain of this kind of city seems to be dangerous, it is actually just a dead land. If it were our Ming army, we only need one battalion of soldiers and horses to capture it." After the emperor's own soldier Qianhu looked at it intently, he was very surprised.
Answered calmly.
After hearing this conclusion, Yuan Bin couldn't help but reveal a meaningful smile on his face. "Wu Rong, you underestimate the enemy too much. According to Yuan, at least three battalions are needed. After all, each battalion only has
With less than ten small cannons, it would take a long time to break through such a city wall. When marching and fighting, the most important thing is the fighter plane. The decision should be made quickly with the power of thunder. If there is too much delay, if things change, then
But it was a mistake to prepare for the general."
"My lord, you have taught me a lesson. The general has made a mistake. If three battalions of troops attack this city, they will be able to attack it overnight." Wu Rong nodded and accepted the lesson solemnly.
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ps: The update has arrived. Please take a closer look, classmates. I will continue to sleep on it.
Another ps: I wish my classmates a happy Mid-Autumn Festival, a happy National Day, and may the whole family be reunited and harmonious. Well, without the blessings of my mother-in-law or husband, I wish you to find the one you like as soon as possible.
During the festive season, you should miss your loved ones more and send greetings to your parents. I wish them good health and a long life. (..)