Rule the Ming Dynasty Alone

In the face of such national events, some militants immediately expressed their stance: "A small Ryukyu dares to go back on its promise to our country. This trend cannot last forever!"

"If we send out troops to conquer just because of three thousand kilograms of pig iron, it would be too much effort to mobilize troops?" He Cong, the Minister of Household Affairs, frowned slightly and also raised objections.

Although Ming Dynasty now has the right to mint money, he, who is in charge of the country's financial power, knows better than anyone that Ming Dynasty's finances are now facing greater pressure.

The world is eyeing the two major projects of the Ming Dynasty-Burma Highway and the Beijing-Tianjin Railway, but in order to build a Ming Dynasty transportation network, the Ming Dynasty has spent more than tens of millions on local infrastructure.

If the court's tax revenue had not been significantly increased, and the national bonds issued by the Royal Bank had been recognized by the people, the Ming Dynasty's finances would have followed the old path of the Ming Dynasty treasure banknotes.

It's just that there is no news about gold and silver in the Americas, and there are more and more places to spend money everywhere. He Cong can't help but reach out and squeeze his money bag.

"This is not an iron-clad issue, but a matter of our Ming Dynasty's national prestige!"

"Today Ryukyu has broken its promise, and if the countries in Southeast Asia and the East China Sea follow suit, what should we do?"

"The reason why the construction of the Ming-Myanmar Highway was so smooth was that the Governor of the Indian Ocean, Wang Zhi, went straight around the sea to attack his Baigu Royal City!"

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Even when faced with the superior Minister of the Ministry of Finance, the militants were not afraid at all, but expressed their views on the matter based on reason.

The Supreme Council is not restricted by rank. After all, they are all insignificant ministers in front of the emperor. As long as you speak with reason, you can fight with the chief minister of the cabinet.

The current Liubu Minister was originally full of energy, and he also wanted to show his talents here, so he naturally wanted to express himself actively.

Why……

He Cong, the Minister of Household Affairs, couldn't help but sigh secretly when he saw the angry militants.

Although he felt that he had been shortchanged, this meeting, no matter how big or small, was a silent review of whether there were any problems with his position.

Although Ryukyu is indeed a place where birds have no shit, if we consider the pros and cons in everything, then there will be no Tohoku granary, nor Kyushu Island, which is rich in fish.

Now the Ming Dynasty is sending troops across the Pacific to clean up the Inca Empire. This kind of laborious and laborious thing is not very advisable, but it is simply effortless to clean up Ryukyu under your nose.

That's exactly what happened, and it's no wonder that the juniors in front of them seemed to have been beaten to death. They all expressed their stance of taking the lead.

"Of course finances need to be considered, but our Ming Dynasty dominates Sanyang!"

"The imperial court raises so much money to raise troops every year, why can't they take care of Xiao Liuqiu right under their noses?"

"Today Ryukyu goes back on its promise to us, and tomorrow someone will dare to go up to the house and lift the tiles. This trend must not last forever!"

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This debate did not last long, and the opinions were quickly unified. The Ming Dynasty needed to crack down on the Ryukyu Kingdom's backbiting.

In particular, when the Ryukyu Kingdom learned about the pig iron, they also said some disrespectful words about the Ming Dynasty and the emperor. This alone must let the other side know that disaster comes from the mouth.

The most important thing is that Ming Dynasty's military strength has been greatly enhanced, and attacking Ryukyu will not only allow Ming Dynasty to establish its power, but also take the opportunity to train its troops.

Yin Zhi, the chief minister of the cabinet, presided over the meeting and seemed very calm and authentic: "Since everyone's opinions are basically the same, then we have decided to conquer Ryukyu!"

"Exactly!" Faced with this decision, officials such as Liu Xuan, Minister of the Ministry of War, naturally nodded.

When Yin Zhi, the chief assistant of the cabinet, received the reply, he saluted Zhu Youtang on the attic: "Your Majesty, I have made a decision on Ryukyu! Ryukyu is a vassal of our dynasty. I have disrespected Your Majesty in the past. Now I dare to go back on my word." , please Your Majesty to exempt him from the title and send troops to attack!"

Although their group of important ministers have reached a decision, the decision of the officials present must be reported to Hongzhi through the chief minister of the cabinet, and the decision can only come into effect if Emperor Hongzhi personally decides on it.

To a certain extent, this model not only achieved the purpose of gathering discussions, but also defended the emperor's supreme authority.

Especially the latter, now the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty knew that only the supreme emperor could not be offended, and all important national affairs needed to be adjudicated by the emperor.

Zhu Youtang's voice came from above, very concisely and authentically: "As requested by the ministers! Let's discuss again, who can take charge?"

Different from the political philosophy of sharing the blessings of peace with the scholar-bureaucrats, what we really want to sum up now is that "the divine king superiors the people and subordinates the barbarians." Even if a small barbarian dares to look down on the Ming Dynasty and refuses to contribute to the construction of the Ming Dynasty, then he does not mind showing off his iron fist.

Especially between the East China Sea and Nanyang, the direction of Fujian has already reported that pirates are present here. Now it can be used to station an army there to completely control that sea area.

Since it is determined to become a maritime country that dominates 70% of the world's area, it cannot be too attached to those barren lands. After all, there is not much time left for itself.

"I'm waiting for you to receive the order!" When the ministers heard Zhu Youtang's statement, they also saluted respectfully.

Although this seems to be a new topic, it is actually an extension of the first topic. After all, if you choose to start a war, everything will be involved, and the choice of coach is the top priority.

In fact, Ming Dynasty is now recognized as the most powerful head coach candidates, Wang Yue and Wang Zhi, but Wang Zhi has already served as the Governor of the Indian Ocean, while Wang Yue is now in charge of the Military Aircraft Department, and he is not young anymore.

Wang Yue looked like an old monk in trance, looking at everything in front of him with great joy and seeing the vitality of this court.

In the past, these civil servants would have been eager to put things to rest, and even the small Ryukyu Kingdom would have been timid. Wherever it is now, the whole court is filled with the voice of war.

The former civil servants claimed to be patriotic and loving to the people, but when faced with the bullying of border residents, they pretended to turn a blind eye, and even tried their best to conceal it just like the tragic defeat of Datong.

Although they are now fighting and killing, which seems to be a waste of money and harming the people in the eyes of civil servants, on the contrary, they are caring about people's livelihood and seeking the continuous development of the country.

Wang Yue didn't move his lips, because the current atmosphere no longer required the red-faced and fruitless fights in the past. Now he only needed to watch quietly.

Since the rise of Wu Xun such as Xu Shiying and Zhao Chengqing, the status of military generals has become higher and higher, and even many wars are now directly led by Wu Xun.

In view of the fact that the Ming Dynasty implemented the rejuvenation of officials, after excluding those generals who were too old to go on expeditions, there were now newly promoted military officers who were highly motivated to fight.

Zhu Youtang faced two candidates recommended by the ministers, one was Tie Xiangshan who was promoted to Pingliao Marquis, and the other was Zhendong Bo Wang Zhendong.

Of course, there is no need to say more about Tie Xiang Mountain. His performance in the Aegis Camp was amazing. Yi Ping Liaobo, who was in the northeast, even defeated the savage Jurchens in fear.

During the sniper attack on Yibu Laoyin's tribe, he was killed and retreated, so he was promoted to Ping Liao Hou and received the hereditary title of Ping Liao Bo.

Wang Zhendong was originally a small garrison in Shanhaiguan, but he made great achievements in the conquest of the Three Haixi Jurchen Guards. He performed well during his tenure as the general soldier of Jianzhou. He went out with the army to expand the territory of the Ming Dynasty 200 miles north. Because he was named a town Dongbo.

These two martial arts heroes actually have their own merits. Although Wang Zhendong's personal combat power is not as good as Tie Xiangshan's, in terms of intelligence, Wang Zhendong, who was born as a general, is stronger.

Zhu Youtang did not hesitate too much and said with finality: "In that case, let's choose Zhendong Bo! As for how many troops to use this time, where to deploy the troops, how to replenish food and grass, and which route to attack, this is The matter will be left to the Military Machinery Pavilion!"

Although he longed for collective discussions, when it came to military and national affairs, he placed more trust in the Military Machinery Pavilion headed by Wang Yue. What's more, some military operations should not expand the scope of the discussion so much.

"I'm waiting for the order!" Wang Yue and other members of the Military Aircraft Department immediately stood up and saluted politely.

The Yangxin Hall is bathed in the summer sunshine, and the sandalwood incense curls up from the Imperial Study Room.

In the next top meeting, the second item was about the prevention of the smallpox epidemic in Yunnan, and the third item was that Manduhai was seriously ill and hoped that the northern concubine Yikesi would go back to visit her relatives.

In response to the smallpox epidemic, Ming Dynasty naturally had a solution. Now it only needs to transfer more cows suffering from cowpox to Yunnan first.

It is said that the third item is the emperor's family affairs, but it actually involves the political turmoil of the Northern Yuan Dynasty.

Although the nominal Great Khan of the Northern Yuan Dynasty was a young prince, the actual control power has always been in the hands of Manduhai, who has controlled the military and political power of the Northern Yuan Dynasty for more than ten years.

Now Manduhai is seriously ill. Once Manduhai passes away, Beiyuan's power will definitely be in turmoil.

Because the little prince is too young, not only has the Bei Yuan been defeated, but many tribes have announced their separation from the Bei Yuan. This is one of the reasons why Manduhai wants to send the little prince to the capital. one.

Just like this, Man Duhai suddenly requested to meet Ixi. This was both a family matter and a state matter.

"Our Ming Dynasty advocates filial piety, and the Northern Concubine should return to the country to visit relatives!"

"If the Beishun country is in turmoil, Beishun may be able to help the Ming Dynasty manage Beishun!"

"No matter how you look at this matter, the advantages outweigh the disadvantages. I support Concubine Bei returning to the country to visit her relatives!"

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Faced with this emperor's household affairs, Ming Dynasty saw the possibility of completely annexing Mongolia, and immediately expressed their stance like chicken blood.

Although it would be inappropriate for the dignified concubine to go, Manduhai would not kill his daughter. Instead, Ixi could indirectly control Beiyuan in the name of helping the young prince secure his throne.

Zhang Sheng, the Minister of Rites, was a very traditional ci minister and rarely expressed his support, but his reason was to promote filial piety to the world.

When the vast majority of people said that Concubine Bei could go to Beishun State to visit the bride, Yin Zhi, the chief minister of the cabinet, reported it again, and Emperor Hongzhi made the final decision.

Faced with this resolution, Zhu Youtang simply agreed.

In his heart, he actually wanted to lean towards Bei Concubine for marriage. Firstly, Yixi begged him to see Manduhai one last time. Secondly, the little prince was still in his hands. Thirdly, he was naturally the one who took control of Beiyuan this time. Good opportunity.

Once Manduhai dies of illness, then Concubine Bei will be the eldest sister and mother, and the Ming Dynasty can take the opportunity to support the young prince and become a puppet, thereby gradually incorporating Mongolia into the territory of the Ming Dynasty.

Although there may be some potential risks here, the potential benefits are so tempting that Zhu Youtang can't help but be tempted.

"Your Majesty is wise!" Faced with Emperor Hongzhi's decision, all the important ministers also saluted respectfully.

After finalizing some details, the matter of visiting relatives was implemented.

As all the important ministers left Xiyuan, the resolutions of this supreme meeting were handed down to all ministries, and the conquest of the Ryukyu Kingdom became the most important state matter at the moment.

Capital, town Dongbo Mansion.

This is a new house. Although the location is far away from Wangfu Street, in this capital where land is at a premium, it is considered a very rare gift.

Wang Zhendong is already in his forties, in the prime of life. Due to his thick eyebrows and big eyes, he looks very majestic, and his stern face gives people a sense of coercion.

There were no classes arranged at Jingwei Martial Arts School today, so he took some time out of his busy schedule to train his son, playing the role of a strict father.

"One hundred and one!"

"one hundred and two!"

"One hundred and three!"

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Wang Hu practiced push-ups with difficulty, beads of sweat continued to leak out from his forehead, and his whole body was wet with his own sweat, but he still gritted his teeth and persisted.

"Physical training is important, but you also need to train your brain, and you also need to train your heart! As a father, it doesn't matter whether you are a Jackie Chan or an adult in the future, but remember, you must never be a kid like Su Can, otherwise I will be the same under the spring. I'll kill you with my knife!" Wang Zhendong looked down at his son on the ground and warned him seriously.

Wang Hu's face was covered with sweat, but he still gritted his teeth and responded: "Kid, remember this!"

"You finally have a day off at home. You take out your anger on your students every day, and now you take it out on your son. Can't you just let him calm down for a day?" The Queen Mother brought over the sour plum soup and spoke for her son.

"Loving mothers often fail!" Wang Zhendong glanced at his wife and said extremely seriously: "Now that the Holy King is in the court, it is a great opportunity for us to make contributions! Zhao Chengqing is not only the Duke of Jingguo, but also now that he has entered the Military Machinery Pavilion, Liantie That guy from Xiangshan has been granted a title of marquis, how can we, the Wang family, slack off!"

"one hundred and ten!"

"One hundred and eleven!"

"one hundred and twelve!"

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As if being stimulated, Wang Hu continued to persevere, his eyes flashing with the desire to make achievements.

These years of following his father's expeditions to the north and south have made him far more mature than his peers. He not only hopes to expand territory for the Ming Dynasty, but also hopes to help his father go further.

At this time, the housekeeper hurried over and reported: "Master, someone came from the palace just now. Please follow him into the palace immediately to meet the saint!"

"Here we come!" Wang Zhendong felt ecstatic when he learned that the emperor had summoned him.

Although he did not resent that the emperor had arranged for him to enter the Jingwei Martial Arts School to teach outstanding students after removing him from the post of Commander-in-Chief of Jizhen, and to pass on his knowledge to these outstanding talents cultivated by the imperial court, but compared to This peaceful life makes him more eager to go to the battlefield and make contributions to the court.