Rule the Ming Dynasty Alone

It was late summer, and the trees on Shenzhi Island were lush and lush.

Although this island is now under the jurisdiction of North Korea, due to historical reasons, the population structure of the island is very complex, and North Korea actually only rules part of the island now.

The first is the aboriginal people of Tamluo Island. This island first gave birth to a country called Tamluo. In the Tang Dynasty, envoys were sent to the dynasty. In Linde, its king came to dynasty from the emperor to Mount Tai. However, the Tamra Kingdom was too weak and was later destroyed by the Goryeo Kingdom.

Next came the Mongols. The Yuan Dynasty defeated the Koryo garrison, took Tamna Island into its own territory, established a general administration office, and stationed 1,700 border troops. Originally a springboard for the Japanese expedition, it later evolved into an important exile island.

Then came the Chinese. In the early Ming Dynasty, they did not abandon Tamluo Island. They followed the old system of the Yuan Dynasty and regarded Tamluo as a place of exile. For example, Chen Youliang's son Chen Li and Ming Yuzhen's son Ming Sheng were exiled to Tamluo Island.

The time when North Korea actually governed this area was about a hundred years ago. In 1392, Goryeo sent troops to defeat the Mongolian forces on the island, obtained the rule of Tamna Island, and established Daejong and Jeongui counties in Jeju Munae.

It's just that the area of ​​this island is not small, and its governance situation is similar to that of Hainan Island in the Ming Dynasty.

The two counties of Daejeong and Jeongui set up by North Korea cover a limited area. Not only are the indigenous forces of Tamna entrenched around Halla Mountain, but the forces of Ming Dynasty and Mongolia have always remained.

The east side of Sanji Island is an open plain area with particularly fertile water and grass, so it is very suitable for raising horses.

At the beginning of this year, the Ming Dynasty sent a large number of craftsmen to build a dock and a brick city here. The dragon flag symbolizing the Ming Dynasty was raised high in this land.

In the early Ming Dynasty, the ownership of this island actually belonged to the Ming Dynasty, but now the Ming Dynasty court has no plans to take this island as its own.

The morning sun is rising, and the golden sunshine shines on this green island from the east. Halla Mountain in the center of the island rises towards the sun, and flowers of various colors grow on the east mountain.

A fleet of ships drew a white trace on the calm sea, coming from the sea from the west, and then slowly sailed into the harbor.

There are large and small simple sea-going ships moored here at the pier. Most of these sea-going ships come from the Korean Peninsula, carrying ginseng, medicinal materials, leather goods and other commodities.

Although the date of mutual trading is after the Mid-Autumn Festival, many North Korean businessmen choose to arrive early.

Capital in any period is driven by profit. Many shrewd North Korean businessmen have seen business opportunities in the secondary market, so they have formed fleets to pan for gold.

Similar to the situation in Mongolia, North Korea's handicraft industry lags behind that of the Ming Dynasty. Although it is not as stuck in iron pots as Mongolia, it still yearns for the Ming Dynasty's exquisite porcelain, silk, high-quality and cheap agricultural tools and other commodities, so it has always been eager for North Korea. Can open trade with Ming Dynasty.

Due to the maritime ban policy adopted by the Ming Dynasty, only missions to the capital had trade opportunities in the past, and ordinary merchants did not even dare to think about it.

Now it is known that after the market opened on Shenzhi Island, they all wanted to get the first pot of gold, so they sent their domestic slaves or came in person.

"Greetings to the Ming Emperor!" North Korean businessmen saw all the officials and soldiers kneeling down towards the person holding the decree, and they all knelt down and said.

Hundreds of households in brocade clothes appeared on the pier with the edict, and read out the imperial edict aloud: "The emperor is entrusted by heaven to carry out the edict: Today, our dynasty and Korea trade with each other on Shenzhi Island. This not only benefits the good feudal lords, but also allows the two countries to exchange their needs. Therefore, I sent my virtuous ministers to station in the East China Sea. Xu Shiying, the crown prince of Duke Dingguo, has the talent to govern an area, and his martial arts have the legacy of the King of Zhongshan, so he was appointed governor of the East China Sea. All my subjects who are facing the East China Sea will obey his orders and admire this!"

Xu Shiying had already put on the official uniform of a second-grade civil servant of the Ming Dynasty. She was slowly getting off the ship. There was a touch of the aura of a superior in her brows. She had slowly entered the role along the way.

After all, he is no longer a martial arts disciple who relies on the glory of his ancestors and bears the halo of Dingguo Duke, but is the governor of the East China Sea who was appointed by the emperor's favor.

This trip brought a thousand troops from Tianjin to deliver grain and cotton, and he would station here on behalf of the Ming Dynasty and become the real talker of the entire East China Sea.

"I pay my respects to the Governor!" Li Jiguang, the young minister of the Siyi Pavilion, acted as a diplomat and was one of the first to arrive. At this moment, he saluted respectfully.

"I pay my respects to the Governor!" Two thousand garrison troops had already arrived here to station themselves, and the two generals leading the army knelt down respectfully.

Xu Shiying's eyes scanned among several officials, and finally fell on Liu Zhongyu who came to build the city and said: "Liu Yuanwailang, the Ming Dynasty completed the opening of the port and city on Shenzhi Island as scheduled. You are indispensable for all your hard work." is you!"

"This is the responsibility of the lower official! Lord Governor, please come to the city to check and accept it!" Although Liu Zhongyu was surprised that the Governor of Donghai chose Wu Xun, he seemed to be businesslike.

With the emperor's trust, he was assigned to open a port and build a city on Shenzhi Island this time, which has now been officially completed.

In theory, as long as the new governor completes the inspection, he can take his craftsmen back to the capital to pay the emperor's mission.

Huh?

Huo Guangming, who was accompanying Qianhu, saw Liu Zhengyu's attitude, and felt that the foreign minister from the Ministry of Industry in front of him was very unkind, and couldn't help but turn his head and glance at Xu Shiying.

Xu Shiying heard the indifference in Liu Zhengyu's tone, and naturally noticed an attitude of being distant from others.

He knew that the little outsider from the Ministry of Industry in front of him was valued by His Majesty because of his excellent performance in the assessment, but he had no grudge against him, and they didn't even have any interactions with him.

Xu Shiying was not angry, but said calmly: "Okay, please lead the way!"

The newly built Daming City is on the high slope in front. It is indeed a good terrain that is easy to defend but difficult to attack. A staircase extends from the pier to the city gate.

Arriving in front of the city gate, the city wall in front of me was more than ten feet high and made of blue bricks. However, there was no name on the city gate yet.

Xu Shiying knew that under the leadership of Jia Jun, the current construction level of the Ministry of Industry had surpassed that of the past. Now that he saw this newly built city, he secretly marveled at the uncanny workmanship of his own Ming craftsmen.

Entering through the city gate, then climbing to the top of the city, looking at the rows of houses in the city, you immediately have the illusion that you are in a county in the interior of the Ming Dynasty.

The city here is actually not big, but "although it is small, it has all the internal organs". It is definitely a Ming Dynasty city with a military orientation.

After visiting the warehouse where supplies are stored, he went to inspect the training and fortifications of three thousand garrison troops, and finally returned to the Governor's Mansion in the center.

Li Jiguang, the young minister of Siyi Pavilion, seemed very attentive, but he acted as a guide.

Liu Zhengyu was a straightforward young man who seemed to be outspoken and said: "Your Majesty Governor, I will stay here for another three days! You can verify the drawings drawn by the Ministry of Works. If you are sure that there are no omissions, I will lead the craftsmen back to the capital. ! It’s just that you found out later that there were any omissions or that there were any buildings that were not built, then that has nothing to do with our Ministry of Industry!”

"Liu Haoyu, what are you talking about? You are fully responsible for this city. If there is a problem, who else will we look for if not you?" Li Jiguang, the young minister of Siyi Pavilion, always looked at Liu Haoyu and scolded him sternly.

Liu Haoyu is a master who is not afraid of anything. He also raised his voice and said: "The official has made it very clear! Now compare the drawings of the Ministry of Works. If you find any omissions, make them up immediately. We will transfer our rights and responsibilities." It’s finalized! If it’s not easy for the craftsmen to come back to China again, why not solve the problems in advance now? We are all ministers of the Ming Dynasty, don’t think about holding back all day long, can’t we just do our own thing well? "

"Liu Yuanwailang, please pay attention to your identity. Who are you talking to in such a loud voice?" Li Jiguang, the young minister of Siyi Pavilion, suddenly turned cold and warned loudly.

Xu Shiying had already seen that Liu Zhengyu's sullen expression was not directed at him, but because he was not dealing with the young Siyi Guan Shaoqing who believed in his high official rank.

It's just that Liu Zhengyu's idea is not wrong. He is now carefully comparing and accepting, not to mention clearly clarifying rights and responsibilities, and if there is a mistake, the cost of making up for it will be much lower now.

Xu Shiying didn't want to get involved in the dispute between the two, so he expressed his position: "I have seen the earlier drawings of the Ministry of Industry, and the basic necessities of life here have been taken into account! Okay, you give me three days, and I will make a careful comparison. ! If there are no mistakes, I will use the seal and it will not delay your return to Beijing with the craftsmen!"

"That's great! I'm going back to my residence now. If anything happens, just send someone to call me!" Liu Haoyu ignored Li Jiguang and handed Xu Shiying away.

"I really don't understand why your majesty would reuse this stupid young man! This person relies on your majesty's favor and is ignored by everyone here. Fortunately, he will go back soon!" Li Jiguang, the young minister of Siyi Pavilion, watched Liu Haoyu leave. , he bit his tongue angrily and said.

Snapped!

Suddenly, a crisp slap sounded.

Everyone looked for someone to come over. They couldn't help but feel a sense of astonishment on their faces, but they looked at the assailant Xu Shiying in surprise.

"You hit me?" Li Jiguang covered his sore face and said in disbelief.

Xu Shiying faced everyone's surprised looks and said calmly: "From today on, anyone who dares to speak ill of Your Majesty will be killed by the governor without mercy!"

Not to mention that he has never doubted His Majesty's vision of employing people. Wang Yue, Liu Zhong and Wang Zhi are all people with outstanding political achievements. Even he himself was re-employed because of His Majesty's favor. When will His Majesty need the little four in front of him in employing people? Shaoqing Yiguan came to question?

"Yes!" The officials and generals present were shocked by Xu Shiying, and they all expressed their stance respectfully.

Li Jiguang was stunned, but the other party really had the power of life and death, so he kept saying yes.

Xu Shiying knew that Li Jiguang was actually from the Qingliu faction. Although this group of Qingliu always said they were loyal to the emperor and patriotic, in their hearts they probably hated Hongzhi who massacred their Qingliu.

In their minds, I am afraid that His Majesty wants to reuse Xu Pu, Ma Wensheng, Wang Shu, and the eunuch Hua En as the truly sage monarch.

Xu Shiying knew that it was not appropriate to make a fuss now, so after clarifying his position of loyalty to the emperor, he said calmly: "The three Qianhu will stay, and the others will leave!"

"Yes!" Although Li Jiguang was not angry, he followed everyone and retreated.

"Your Majesty, Chen Shan and I couldn't believe it when we heard that it was you who came here!" The two Qianhu who stayed behind looked at Xu Shiying and seemed to be overjoyed.

Xu Shiying looked at the three Qianhu who stayed, and vaguely felt that this was actually Zhu Youtang's deliberate arrangement.

The three thousand households in front of me are all old tribes of their ancestors. They have been close to their Duke Dingguo for generations, and they are still in contact with each other to this day.

Now the imperial court has arranged these three Qianhu to serve as the East China Sea Guard Qianhu. Although they cannot be 100% loyal to themselves, it will undoubtedly help them control this garrison.

Xu Shiying knew that some things needed to be clarified, so she warned seriously with a straight face: "I hope all three of you will remember this from now on!"

"Your Majesty, please make it clear!" The three Qianhu exchanged glances and said respectfully.

Xu Shiying looked at the faces of the three people and said seriously: "You are not the old subordinates of Duke Dingguo, but Qianhu, the Donghai Guards of the Ming Dynasty. You are the generals of the Ming Dynasty who want to defend the East China Sea for the Ming Dynasty. Do you understand?"

"Yes! Crown Prince!" The three Qianhus were shocked and immediately responded.

Xu Shiying frowned slightly and corrected him: "Don't call me Crown Prince again. I am now the Governor of the East China Sea and the first officer guarding the East China Sea!"

"Yes, Lord Governor!" The three thousand households felt that the prince in front of them was indeed different, so they immediately changed their titles.

Xu Shiying knew that it was impossible to erase the traces of Prince Dingguo at once, but this was what he had to do.

Not only to avoid being caught by the courtiers, but also because he left one day, and as a result, these people no longer obeyed the Ming court and forgot the fact that he was a general of the Ming Dynasty.

After correcting the names of these people, Xu Shiying stepped into the role of the governor of the East China Sea and asked: "What exactly is the conflict between Liu Yu and Li Jiguang?"

"It's a long story. At first, it was because Li Jiguang wanted to intervene in the supply of fresh meat, but Liu Haoyu refused. Since then, Li Jiguang has made things difficult for Liu Haoyu! Recently, the son of the chief of the Nanshan tribe sent a batch of oil, but The Nanshan tribe is a traitor to North Korea and has never refused to pay taxes to North Korea. Li Jiguang used this as an excuse to arrest him and notified Jeju Mu to send someone to take him away!" Chen Shan was the oldest, so he told the story After speaking out.

Qianhu next to him also expressed his opinion: "Actually, Liu Zhongyu did the right thing! Like the fresh meat earlier, the price provided by Nanshan Department is affordable and the meat is fresh, so why should we buy it from Jeju Mu? What about buying expensive meat?”

"This oil is the same! Jeju Mu doesn't allow ordinary people to send it to us at all, but he wants to monopolize the price and sell it at a high price. However, Liu Zhongyu always only wants a small part of them, and most of it is bought from the Nanshan tribe! This time The people from the Nanshan Department were sent directly to United City, but they were arrested by Li Jiguang!" Chen Shan added.

After Xu Shiying clarified what happened, he asked seriously: "Where is the son of the chief of the Nanshan tribe now?"

"The people from Jeju Shepherd came here early this morning. They should be escorted out of the city now!" Chen Shan was slightly stunned at first, and then reported the truth truthfully.