Since the Manchurian generals were mentally retarded here, Zhu Yongxing did not hesitate to pour another barrel of oil to make the beacon fire in Yunnan Province burn more violently. The timing, since it has been delivered, cannot be let go. Do you just wait for the Qing army to get ready, and then work hard to defend? Is it chilling to ignore the pleas for help from the people and the toast?

That's right, the Ming army's victory in Yuanjiang has not been completely ready, whether it is the collection of materials or the training of soldiers, but how can the Qing army not be like this? When the Qing army arrived in Kunming, it took ten days and a half months to raise food and wages, which could not be completed in a short time. However, when the Ming army launched an offensive, it was able to get the support of the Tusi and the common people who were oppressed and exploited to "miserable death".

Having made up his mind, Zhu Yongxing picked up a pen and paper and wrote letters to the headquarters of the Western Yunnan Theater and the Southern Yunnan Theater, informing them of the general operational plan and asking them to cooperate. Then, he gave an order to the Ming army, which had been stationed along the Red River and was preparing to reinforce Yunnan Province, to immediately pull out the camp and raise the village, go up the river, enter Yunnan Province, and assemble in Guangnan Province.

As soon as the order was issued, Zhu Yongxing hesitated a little. After thinking about it for a long time, he still decided to sit in Annan and do a good job of logistics for the army. After all, I am alone, and I can't be in the battle every time. Besides, in addition to strategic vision, in terms of specific tactical command, those Ming generals who have been in battle for a long time are not necessarily worse than themselves. In the future, the pattern will be bigger, and it will be even more impossible for me to run around, and every battle will come.

Moreover, the difficulty of the war in Guangnan was not great, after the Ming army of Annam entered Yunnan, it joined forces with Liu Zhen, the king of Qingyang, Qi Sansheng, the prince of Luguo, and the Bogao Qilong of Yichuan, who were originally in Guangnan, and the strength of the Ming army will have 10,000 people, which has greatly exceeded the Qing army in Guangnan. On the one hand, the superiority of troops is one thing, but more importantly, under the pressure of the Manchurian generals, the Tusi of the Nong clan of the Zhuang nationality in Guangnan finally made a stand and secretly sent people to contact. I am willing to help the lost soldiers and return to the rule of the Ming Dynasty.

The 28th generation of Guangnan Nong's Tusi has been hereditary for nearly 700 years, and is in charge of a vast area of 300 miles from Xilin County in Guangxi in the east, 300 miles to Antu Prefecture in Guangxi in the south, 270 miles to the Wuchao boundary of Zhili Prefecture in Guangxi in the west, and 300 miles to Luoping in the north. The Nong Clan has a complete statute of governance. He set up a prison in the hall, set up a farm, and commanded a hereditary standing army to implement feudal lord rule over the jurisdiction.

According to the genealogy of Nong Tusi, "the fourteenth ancestor Nong should be awarded the same position as the ancestor, and Chongzhen was transferred to Fengke in the eleventh year of merit, plus four clothes; In the twelfth year of Kangxi, Wu Sangui rebelled and ordered Nong Peng to make meritorious contributions; In the twentieth year of Kangxi, the local official Nong Peng led his division to chase and capture Wu Sangui's general Xia Guoxiang in Xibanqiao; From 1883 to 1885, the 20th Patriarch Nong Maoxian was transferred to Vietnam and played a role in the Sino-French War. Appreciate the flower feather and add four ranks". It can be seen that Nong's Tusi has played a certain historical role in "resisting the territory and running to resist insults", and it is quite powerful.

“…… Awarded Nong Peng the prefect position, plus three product clothes, and the lady is a three-grade lady...... "Zhu Yongxing carefully read the edict written by the clerk, and stamped the big seal with a little unwillingness. According to the previous practice, that is, only inspectors were sent to the Nong's Tufu, and there was another station. It's irrelevant. In order to fight for the largest Zhuang Tusi in Yunnan Province, Zhu Yongxing can only be temporarily rich. not only increased the official title, but also tried not to touch the interests of the Nong Tufu.

Although the Tusi system cannot be changed immediately, this campaign can be helped by the Nong clan, and it can greatly save money and food. Moreover, the Ming army also stretched out half a leg to Guangxi, with the help of the Nong's influence among the Zhuang people. You can also get a lot of convenience.

The Han people who ruined the Han family are also, but Zhongxing Daming has to rely on other nationalities, at least for now. In this regard, Zhu Yongxing felt helpless and full of emotion. It's a very complex question. Every time I think about it, I feel both indignation and sorrow.

Don't get old to think about the troublesome things, the more you think about it, the more entangled you become, this is Zhu Yongxing's way of self-resolution. And, there's always good news, and it's exciting.

It was not only the army led by Ma Bao who put pressure on the Zheng clan of Annan, but also the Commander of Annan. A group of capital commanders, with the support of the Ming army, were the most active in the Mengshan Ke clan, the Dao clan, the Na clan, the Long clan, the Zuo clan, and the Mengmeng clan, and jointly sent thousands of troops to capture Shanluo, Bama, and Dien Bien Phu; The Ming army stationed in Annam also made a feint to gather troops and threaten the northern barrier of Thang Long.

Annan Zheng really didn't expect Zhu Yongxing to do what he said and use his sword for the benefit of some businessmen. The negotiations, which were still delaying and bargaining, immediately became very smooth, and finally, as Zhu Yongxing wished, he obtained coastal lands such as Halong, Haiphong, Jinpu, and Wangmi.

With the first unequal treaty, it is not so painful to sign a second time. Moreover, the army led by Zheng Gen was still engaged in a tug-of-war with the Nguyen clan in the south, and several victories of the Ming army in Yunnan Province also made the Annam Zheng feel more and more afraid.

Of course, I still have to give Annan Zheng a little face. Zhu Yongxing promised to help Annan Zheng in the future and attack the Nguyen clan by sea. Well, it's a blank check, and Annan Zheng can only talk about masturbation. As for when to flank the Ruan clan, the most important thing to see is whether it is beneficial to the Ming army, not whether the Zheng clan of Annam can open his mouth.

As for the Zheng clan of Annan asking the allied forces of all ethnic groups to withdraw from the land they occupied, Zhu Yongxing pushed it to the Commander of Annan Metropolitan Envoy. They are all the envoys of the Ming Dynasty to the capital of Annan, everyone wants to value peace, so let's discuss it! Hehe, you have to spit it out when you eat it, which is so easy.

The newly acquired coastal land was soon occupied by 1,000 Mengshan Gram soldiers and 1,000 Ming soldiers who followed Ma Bao's army. Newly formed merchant groups also poured into Haiphong to recruit laborers, build land and build houses, and expand the port. Although these things could not be completed in a short period of time, the merchants who joined the merchant group and the chamber of commerce still burst out with amazing enthusiasm after getting rid of the exploitation and blackmail of the Annam Zheng clan and the royal family, and the relatively loose autonomy of the chamber of commerce.

The collusion between officials and businessmen is a malaise that Zhu Yongxing deeply hates. Although it will be very difficult to eradicate it completely. However, this did not prevent Zhu Yongxing from using the Chamber of Commerce to manage businessmen, try to prevent officials from interfering, and try not to give officials and businessmen the opportunity to collude.

With the merchants coming and going, Zhu Yongxing's edict to abolish the untouchable status of the Tan people, the fallen people (lazy people), the companions (servants), the beggars, the advocates and the Lehu, and the fishermen with the nine surnames also spread.

“…… Suppressing the good is cheap, since the Song Dynasty has been more than 600 years of maladministration, I have become a common man, and I have put courtesy, righteousness and shame first...... After this decree. That is, to comply with the unity of the party, and to show the military and civilians, etc., to treat the vice president and me equally. ”

Zhu Yongxing made a drastic move, cutting off almost all the lowly titles except for servants and maids, showing his political courage and daring to get rid of old evils. Fight against the Manchus with a cheering momentum. He can also win the hearts and minds of the people with a single edict, increase his own strength, and recruit labor for the development of the Mekong Delta.

Of course, there are also conditions for the exclusion of lowly status, which is Zhu Yongxing's long-term consideration, and it is best not to put the preferential policies in place in one step, so as not to be unable to give grace in the future and be inspiring.

Those who have contributed to the country should immediately be lenient. and benefit the whole family; When one person enlisted in the army, the whole family was immediately removed from the lowly status, and was granted 20 acres of perpetual tenant land, and only 20% of the tax grain was paid; If no one joins the army, but can come to reclaim the land or settle down, it will be regarded as a good registration, and only after paying taxes and grain (residence period) for three years can it be officially included in the civil register. Enjoy the political rights such as taking the examination and leaving the school.

The conditions for excluding untouchables are not harsh, and they can be said to be quite lenient. In troubled times, life is as cheap as a dog. Fighting for one's own life, being able to exchange the whole family for a good home, and having a field to live in peace, was very worthwhile in the minds of the people at that time. As for the three years later, it is not difficult. Wherever you go is not paying taxes and grain, and the amount of taxes and grain paid in three years is somewhat heavy, but it is not unbearable. After becoming a citizen, the proportion of taxes and grain payments will also decrease.

As for the meritorious service of the state, there are also many options: lead the way for the Ming army. captured and killed Qing soldiers and officials, and donated grain, grass, and money...... Anyway, Zhu Yongxing is imperative to get rid of the untouchables, and these behaviors that are helpful to the great cause of the Qing Dynasty are just benefits earned in vain.

Most of these excluded lowly people are concentrated in the southeast coast, such as the lazy people in Zhejiang, the fishermen with nine surnames, the Tan people in Fujian and Liangguang, the companions and servants in Anhui, and the beggars in Jiangsu. There are some pertinences, but they are not Zhu Yongxing's main purpose. All people are created equal, and they are engaged in the industry to support their families. If you want to say cheap, those traitors who don't have shame and integrity are not even as good as prostitutes.

At this time, the edict was issued to exclude the untouchable nationality, firstly, because the road to the sea has been unblocked, and there will be a naval army to come to work, and the development of the Mekong Delta has been put on the agenda; The second reason is to give Mengzhu a long face, and Zhu Yongxing's concubine is an auspicious celebration, which has the meaning of amnesty for the world.

Yes, Zhu Yongxing is married. The rumors spread widely, and a lot of gift money was collected, but the wedding was not extravagant, and only dozens of tables were set up in Anpei to entertain guests from all walks of life. This is also something that can't be helped, Siam came to congratulate, Annan Li and Zheng came to congratulate, Gaoping Mo came to congratulate, a large group of Annam envoys, and all the Tusi in Yunnan Province came with gold, silver and jewelry, so it was always interesting.

As for the congratulatory gifts from his subordinates, Zhu Yongxing has already made it clear that in extraordinary times, he will not accept anything, and he will do his own job, do a good job, and fight a good battle, which is the best congratulation. Even so, Li Dingguo, the king of Jin in western Yunnan, and Bai Wenxuan, the king of Zhao, still sent people to send property.

Although Zhu Yongxing and Mengzhu have already slept together, the night of the candles in the cave room is still very sweet. The red candle shook gently, drank slowly, and complained to each other. The phoenix crown and the xiaxia veil, the red dress, and the slightly drunk dream beads are smiling, which makes her more and more beautiful and moving. The upside-down phoenix, the clouds and rain in Wushan, Mengzhu Jiaojiao panted and groaned, and the song was flattering, which made Zhu Yongxing even more happy, changed several postures, and after indulging in galloping, he had fun and fell asleep hugging each other.

It's just that the next day, watching the gold and silver treasures that he received being pulled away, Zhu Yongxing was a little distressed, and he was a little unhappy.

"Alas, if you don't see it, it's fine, I see it, I like it, but I can't keep it, it's really-" Zhu Yongxing sat at the table, looking out the window from time to time at the financial secretary officials who were counting and moving, and couldn't help but sigh softly.

Mengzhu pursed her lips and smiled, and comforted: "Concubine Shen and Long'er have picked a few things they like, and that's enough." Besides, not all the concubines' dowries have been left, so Your Highness shouldn't care about these things outside the body! ”

"It's a consolation." Zhu Yongxing smiled bitterly and joked: "Raising a daughter loses money, the dowry is not much, but the dowry has to be pasted upside down." ”

"Isn't it enough that His Royal Highness gave the Mengshan Ke people a place to live, and also gave the concubine's father and brother official positions?" Mengzhu smiled happily, "The concubine body is so honorable, it can be said that the whole family is favored by His Highness." As for the dowry, the yellow and white things are cheesy. ”

"Uh-huh." Zhu Yongxing nodded again and again, and teased: "Madam, now I know where my elbow is turning." ”

"The concubine has long known the way." Mengzhu chuckled, her face suddenly turned a little red, and she approached Zhu Yongxing and asked in a low voice, "Your Highness doesn't like female babies, right?" ”

Zhu Yongxing was stunned for a moment, and then understood. Although they used to be affectionate. But the seeds were actually planted last night, and Mengzhu understands this. The girl I said just now was a loss of money, and it is estimated that Mengzhu had a misunderstanding, so she asked tentatively.

"Boys and girls are the same, as long as they are our children." Zhu Yongxing stretched out his hand and touched Mengzhu's face, and said with a smile: "Actually, it's okay to have a baby later." I promised to take you to see the sea! When the fighting eases a little, I'll take you to Ha Long Bay, which is really a beautiful place. ”

Mengzhu coquettishly rubbed her face on Zhu Yongxing's hand, smiled and nodded, but she didn't think so in her heart, what a sea, haven't you seen Erhai Lake, it's a big lake! Go around, how can you have children around your knees to be happy?

"Your Highness. The property has been counted and moved, and the lower official has retired. The official of the Financial Secretary came to report, and when he saw that Mengzhu was also present, he gave a courtesy, "The lower official has seen Her Royal Highness the princess." ”

Although Zhu Yongxing was vague and only said that he was a concubine, he did not specify whether it was the main room or the side room. Although Han officials all believed that Mengzhu could not become the main family, now there is only one princess like Mengzhu. Identity is still precious. In addition, Zhu Yongxing's favor to Mengzhu has long been spread outside, so. Sensible officials are very respectful.

Mengzhu smiled and nodded, this kind of respect and respect made her very useful, vanity, which woman doesn't have it.

"Give it to the merchant group and let them buy grain and saltpeter." Zhu Yongxing pondered for a moment and added, "What about the jewelry." It also allows the Zheng family to sell overseas, and may be able to sell it at a high price. If sweet potatoes from overseas are cheap, buy some too, and accumulate them in Haiphong or Ha Long! Well, nothing else. Go down! ”

"Yes, the next official will retire." The Financial Secretary officer bowed again and stepped back.

Resettlement also needs food, and if it is not enough, sweet potatoes must be used to temporarily replace it. Zhu Yongxing shook his head gently, he was exhausted, I don't know when Lu Dao will be able to relax on such a day?

There was a sound of small footsteps coming from far and near, and the dragon walked in with a large bowl in his hand. first gave Zhu Yongxing a half-squat salute, calling him His Royal Highness, and when he wanted to salute Mengzhu, he was already stopped by Mengzhu.

"Our sisters, where did you get so many false gifts?" Mengzhu smiled and took the big bowl in Long'er's hand, looked at it carefully, and exclaimed: "Long'er's craftsmanship is more skillful, this ice fruit is really tempting." ”

Long Er pursed her lips and smiled, but her eyes glanced at Zhu Yongxing, as if she wanted to hear Zhu Yongxing praise a few words.

Since Zhu Yongxing demonstrated saltpeter ice making to his second daughter in his spare time, Mengzhu and Long'er have fallen in love with homemade freezing points, and there are more and more tricks. Anyway, after saltpeter ice is made, it can also be recycled and reused, which is not a waste, Zhu Yongxing also likes to see two women playing happily, and from time to time he can eat some cold drinks, which is also a small enjoyment.

Fruits of various colors were chopped into cubes and mixed in the Xiaoice stubble, as well as flower petals and honey, Zhu Yongxing smelled the fragrance mixed with the cold air, and couldn't help but nod and smile: "It's delicious to look at, thank you Long'er." ”

Long Er smiled happily and stared at Zhu Yongxing until Zhu Yongxing ate a few spoonfuls and praised two more words before he got up and left.

"This little girl." Mengzhu watched Long'er's back disappear, and couldn't help laughing: "Probably in a hurry, so I changed my way to please you!" ”

"It's still young, wait a year or two!" Zhu Yongxing pushed the bowl in front of Mengzhu and reminded: "This cold thing is comfortable to eat, but you can't eat too much." ”

"Your Highness has said it before." Mengzhu took a spoonful, and suddenly smiled thoughtfully: "Your Highness has been worrying about money lately, so it is better to take Long'er as well!" The Long family is rich, and a rich dowry can't run. ”

Yes? Zhu Yongxing was surprised by Mengzhu's creativity, and immediately laughed teasingly: "It's a good way, but Long'er's dowry is not enough." It is better to issue an edict, and I will accept all those who can afford a dowry of 100,000 taels of silver. Do the math, ten is a million, a hundred is a million, well, it's barely enough to spend. ”

"One hundred thousand silver taels is too little." Mengzhu knew that Zhu Yongxing was teasing her, so she smiled and said: "One million, if you don't have to build a lot of houses, you can't hide Jiaojiao!" After speaking, he filled his mouth with a spoonful of ice fruit and raised his eyebrows at Zhu Yongxing.

"Let's not talk about building a house, give me some ice fruit." Zhu Yongxing hugged Mengzhu, put his mouth on his red lips, and sucked hard, the feeling of ice, warm and fragrant was cool!

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With a clatter, Duan Zhiying took a bite of half an apple, the juice splashed horizontally, and he ate sweetly.

Duan Wan'er looked at her younger brother distressedly, dark and thin, but she looked capable and strong, and her eyes became sharp.

"Alas, how good it is to be a civil official, to be magnificent, and not to be offended." Duan Wan'er didn't know how many times Lu Dao nagged about this matter again, "Is it so easy to get fame right away?" Fighting in battle, swords and guns have no eyes, can't you let my sister save snacks? ”

"It's time for our Bai clan to come up with a hero and a famous general." Duan Zhiying swallowed the apple in his mouth and said resolutely: "Otherwise, how can you be weak." Sister, don't you see that our people have become docile sheep for hundreds of years, and they can't even organize thousands of people. Is it that there are fewer people? It's timid! (To be continued......)