First Minister of Ming Dynasty

Ten years of work off stage, three minutes on stage.

It also took the Ming army almost ten years to complete its achievements in one battle.

Passed down from Master Peng, Tian Wan Chen Han's red scarf has ended sadly to this day. Although the Ming Yuzhen of Bashu still exists, it is estimated that no one will think that Ming Yuzhen can threaten Lao Zhu. After all, only one move to sacrifice to the fishing city will win the hearts of the people of Shu. How many tricks can Ming Yuzhen catch?

Therefore, the unification of the southern region by the Ming Dynasty has reached an unstoppable level, and other forces can only shiver and survive, waiting for the arrival of the Ming army at any time.

It's just that Zhu Yuanzhang's heart is far from being so relaxed.

Ming Yuzhen, Zhang Shicheng, Chen Youding, these three were tied together, and they couldn't stand Lao Zhu's Dragon Subduing Palm Technique.

What really made Zhu Yuanzhang devastated was Huguang, or these newly occupied territories.

People's livelihoods are deteriorating, people are not clothed, they can't get enough to eat, there are hungry people everywhere, and their eyes are full of starvation... If people's livelihood in Huguang cannot be quickly restored, such a large area of ​​land will become an ulcer in the Ming Dynasty, blood loss will continue, and precious wealth and energy will be consumed.

So immigration is imperative.

No one can stop Jiangxi from filling Huguang.

The only difference is that if the people are properly employed, the methods are reasonable, and the preparations are done properly, the loss will be smaller in this process.

In addition to the big policy of immigration, there is also the handling of local tyrants in Huguang. It is necessary to remove these nails, implement equalization, and establish control over the place.

These are the two moves that anyone can see, and the two most important ones.

Luo Furen and Yao Guangxiao, who were jointly selected by Zhang Ximeng and Zhu Yuanzhang, can be expected with their abilities.

In addition, there are some things that don't seem to be so important, but they are equally significant, and Zhu Yuanzhang must make the call and Zhang Ximeng can provide a plan.

"Sir, Zou Pusheng and the others hope to pardon the members of Peng's party and build a temple for Monk Peng in Wuchang." Lao Zhu said in a deep voice, "They really got a bargain, and they want to go further!"

Zhang Ximeng nodded. To be honest, he was sure that the monks Peng and the others were also on the top of resisting the Yuan court, and they naturally meant to win people's hearts.

But as time went on, the old people of Peng Dang also made a lot of credit. Gradually, they formed a force. They kept speaking for Peng Dang, rubbing rouge and powder on Peng Yingyu's face, making Peng Zu Shicheng become As an anti-Yuan hero, Zhu Yuanzhang seems to have become a disciple of Monk Peng.

Obviously, this is a bit overwhelming and confusing.

"My lord, no matter what dynasty, people like Peng Dang will not be allowed. And they will not be allowed to advertise and expand their influence... It's just that rash action right now will inevitably upset people's hearts and destroy the overall situation. If Zou Pusheng and others suffer Frightened, unwilling to cooperate and persuade the old ministry, things will not go well...Is it possible for me to issue a decree for all temples?"

"temple?"

"Yes! That is to deprive all temple properties, and not allow monks to farm and collect rent. Furthermore, the existing monks must be assessed. Only by passing the test can they practice deeds in the temple. Any other monks are fake and will be banned. , We must make it clear to the yamen and schools in various places. We are talking about expelling the barbarians and restoring China. Anyone who says that Maitreya comes into the world and the King of Ming is reborn... will be strictly handled!"

Zhu Yuanzhang pondered for a while, then nodded quickly.

To be honest, it was because of his background as a monk that Lao Zhu hated the monks deeply. He knew too well what was going on with these people! Zhu Yuanzhang even thought about closing all the temples and forcing monks and nuns to go home to farm.

But after several weighings, Zhu Yuanzhang didn't give a decree in the end. However, due to the deprivation of the temple property, the situation of the monks has become more and more difficult. Many people have already left voluntarily, and the number of monks has dropped sharply, and only two or three tenths remain.

And because after Juntian, the people had a strong trust in the court, and they were more willing to look for officials, preachers, and even teachers of the academy when they encountered a problem, which made the status of monks not as good as before.

These are all real situations that happened in Yingtian and other places, and Lao Zhu was more willing to push the boat along the way and finish it unknowingly.

But when it comes to Huguang, this is a newly merged territory, and it is necessary to use unparalleled strength to eradicate the dregs, clean up the wind and thunder, and restore the people to a bright future.

At this time, what is most needed is clear measures, neat, straightforward and effective.

"Sir, you said this exam, how do you plan to take it?"

Zhang Ximeng smiled, "Master, this kind of thing naturally depends on the master's intention. What kind of result you want, the minister will arrange what kind of exam."

Zhu Yuanzhang raised his brows and suddenly said, "Sir, let's keep the monks alive!"

Zhang Ximeng grinned wryly, you are still cruel!

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"My lord, since that's the case, then you need to first assess basic cultural knowledge, such as the study of the classics, the study of arithmetic, the astronomical calendar, the collection of classics and history.

Zhu Yuanzhang couldn't help laughing, "Sir, if you can pass this exam, can't you just go to be an official? Why do you have to be a monk?"

Zhang Ximeng said with a smile: "My lord, you have to allow some people to devote themselves to the Buddha. After all, imperial food is delicious, and things are difficult to do. Some people are willing to be free and easy."

"Then, just let it go?"

Zhang Ximeng said: "How can it be so easy! Next, naturally, we must examine the knowledge of the scholars... Each sect advocates, learn their experiences, and let them express them according to strict eight-part essays. Everything is ready, and after passing the exam, there will be an interview. , test the ability to express, and when everything is in order, it will not be too late to issue an ultimatum."

After listening to Zhang Ximeng's description, Lao Zhu felt that it was not bad, and said happily: "If it is true, we must be devoted to the Buddha, and we can't stop it, we must fulfill it!"

When this method was announced, everyone who saw it spurted blood, and when it comes to ruthlessness, this is really the end of the monarch and ministers.

According to this standard, how can a person become a monk?

First of all, you must be proficient in learning and have a considerable level...at least the kind that can pass the imperial examination.

And then this one has to resist the temptation of being an official, study the Dharma hard, learn widely, pass the exam, and get the qualification.

It stands to reason that these two steps have already blocked 99% of the people, so they can stop.

But don't worry, there is still an interview, and an assessment of the ability to lecture on the scriptures... After this set, it is not much better than learning scriptures from the West.

How many people can pass this year?

Three, five, or ten eight?

Anyway, as long as the court is willing, you can let go of none of them... There is no way, after all, the monks of the Yuan Dynasty are too much.

And there are people from the White Lotus Sect, who preach everywhere that Maitreya Buddha came into the world, that King Ming was reborn, and if you follow them, you will be able to gain a world of great light... These people exist in the north and south of the river.

If Peng Yingyu were to be raised indefinitely and temples built everywhere, the world would be in chaos.

I think that Zou Pusheng and others will also retreat in spite of difficulties, and stop honestly, otherwise it is not impossible for them to follow the ancestors and grandsons of the Chen family to Korea.

All in all, the arrangement was properly arranged, but the next thing was a happy event... That is, Tang He, commanding the troops of the Miao army, came from Yuezhou and joined Zhu Yuanzhang smoothly.

Two people who have been apart for several years finally meet.

"Chen Tanghe, meet the superior!"

Tang He ran quickly and fell to the ground with tears in his eyes.

Zhu Yuanzhang hurriedly helped him up, and his eyes were red. He looked at the soup carefully, it was dark and thin, and the dough had a thick red sauce due to prolonged exposure to the sun, which could not be melted.

Zhu Yuanzhang saw it, he couldn't help grabbing Tang He's arm, shaking it vigorously, very excited, "It's hard work, you've worked hard!"

Tang He sighed: "When the minister left, the superior was only Wu Guogong, and now he is the son of the great tomorrow... In the past few years, the changes have been so great, it is really gratifying that our Ming is prosperous!"

Lao Zhu smiled and said: "To be able to have today, it is not relying on the big guys to work hard, especially you, it is really not easy to persevere."

Zhu Yuanzhang turned his head to look at Zhang Ximeng, and said, "Mr. Zhang, you can also talk about it, how should the reward be awarded?"

Zhang Ximeng came over with a smile, and Tang He became even more excited when he saw Zhang Ximeng.

"Mr. Zhang, it's very different from a few years ago! To be honest, in recent years, whenever I can't hold it, I like to read Mr.'s articles and find solutions to the problems. Almost all of us are It's Mr.'s student!"

Zhang Ximeng said with a smile: "It's overrated, overrated! A proposition, if you want to implement it, you can't do without the hard work of the big guys. To be honest, it's not that I helped you, but you helped me! Let's teach and learn from each other!"

Tang He laughed, "Mr. still can talk, it's comfortable to listen to. It's just that I now have tens of thousands of soldiers and horses, mostly Miao soldiers, and very few Han soldiers. Unlike other soldiers and horses, how to arrange them is not yet known. A sure way."

Zhang Ximeng said: "I have discussed this matter with the lord more than once. The soldiers under your command can be said to have been refined into steel, which is extraordinary. What I mean is to select a group of the best and become military trainers. The things that have been sharpened are brought to the recruits. In addition, the issue of Miao soldiers is naturally treated equally. After the reorganization, the veterans will be distributed to various places, and they will be village officials and responsible for receiving immigrants. What do you think?"