"Your Highness." Zong Shouyi secretly rolled his eyes, probably guessed what Zhu Yongxing meant, and said tentatively: "With Jing Haibo and General Ling Hai here, why worry about the big thing?" ”

Zhu Yongxing's gaze swept towards Deng Yao and Chen Shangchuan, stayed for a moment, raised his hand and pressed it down, motioning for them to sit down.

"His Royal Highness's edict is like a mountain, and the general will follow it carefully, and he will not dare to slack off." Deng Yao hurriedly bowed down and made a statement.

"The last general also obeys the order and obeys the dispatch of His Highness." Chen Shangchuan was worried about Yang Yandi, but Zhu Yongxing was obviously unwilling to listen to his explanation, so he had to put it aside for the time being and find another opportunity in the future.

Zhu Yongxing didn't have the luxury of completely subduing the two of them at once, and now as long as he can obey the order and use it for me, it is enough. Deng Yao has already moved all the dependents of his subordinates, so he doesn't have to worry too much; Chen Shangchuan, who knows books and etiquette, is a guard of the imperial court, so he will naturally choose to obey and obey orders. As for the heart, that is a matter of the future, but it is not a shock to the tiger's body and a rise in the king's anger, which can make people bow their heads and be loyal.

The atmosphere of the next conversation seemed to be much lighter, and when Zhu Yongxing heard that the two of them would be together, there would be hundreds of warships, which could put 5,000 people at a time, and he laughed heartily; And when Zhu Yongxing used the Mekong Delta in Zhenla and reclaimed it as a base, Deng Yao and Chen Shangchuan both widened their eyes and showed a look of surprise.

"Although this place is deserted now, if it is properly developed, it can be the food base of my Ming Dynasty to resist the Qing Dynasty." Zhu Yongxing patted the map and said: "The rice is harvested three to four times a year, and 100,000 people are planted and cultivated, which can be enough for our southwestern Ming army." ”

"The last general has been to Pliango (Saigon's old name), which is just a small fishing village, surrounded by swamps." Chen Shangchuan often escorted Zheng's merchant ships and was familiar with various parts of the South China Sea. He stared at the map and asked suspiciously: "This is the land of Zhenla, if the immigrants are reclaimed, I am afraid that they will meet the real Ladao soldiers." ”

"Chenla is a subject country of Siam, and I have informed the King of Siam of this, and I have allowed to emigrate to reside." Zhu Yongxing smiled faintly: "If Zhenla refuses to comply." Then decide the winner on the battlefield! Hehe, although the land of Zhenla is wide, it has weakened, Nan Ruan can fight for the throne with 3,000 soldiers, and I am stationed with 5,000 soldiers, what can he do to me? ”

"Zhenla is so weak, why doesn't His Highness destroy his country?" Deng Yao said with a smile.

"It is easy to destroy its country, and it is difficult to win the hearts of its people." Zhu Yongxing patiently explained: "Under the rule of our army, stability is the overall situation. In order to resist the Qing Dynasty with all our might, how can we put the cart before the horse? Taking Annan as an example, I have figured out a set of ways to get the maximum benefit at the lowest cost......"

Zhu Yongxing did form a set of colonial ideas, which were not very unusual in the eyes of later generations, but they were just selected and combined with the colonial methods of Western countries. But in Deng Yao and Chen Shangchuan. But it is refreshing and far-sighted.

“…… Vigorously inculcate the culture and way of life of the suzerainty in order to assimilate the natives. Or at least to create a close sense of identity among the dominant peoples, an approach that would make the local upper wealthy or educated classes feel that their fate was tied to their suzerainty and that they would abandon the indigenous way of life. However, it is also easy to divide the local population, which is not conducive to stability. ”

Zhu Yongxing pondered for a moment and continued: "Try to achieve a certain degree of political and economic independence for the local people, and partially retain the local language and culture. and appoint local people as sub-local officials. This seems to be more conducive to maintaining control of the place for a long time-" He turned his head to Zong Shouyi and asked with a smile, "Longhua, how do you choose?" ”

Zong Shouyi had already learned Zhu Yongxing's theory, and continued to think and study, and he seemed confident at this time. He said: "The land is different, the people are different, the situation is different, and the law is different, or it can be used both." ”

"Very good." Zhu Yongxing nodded appreciatively and praised: "Don't be rigid, don't be pedantic, so I can rest assured." ”

Chen Shangchuan was slightly stunned, and suddenly remembered that Zong Shouyi had said that he would work together in the future, and he couldn't help but seem to have an understanding. It seems that His Royal Highness Min deliberately arranged for himself to temporarily occupy an area of immigration, and the text is Zong Shouyi, and he is undoubtedly Nawu.

"Zhenla is weak, and there is nothing to fear; Champa was controlled by Nam Nguyen, and it had recently lost a province and was powerless to threaten our army. Or they also need to help each other in order to take advantage of the situation to resist Nam Nguyen. Zhu Yongxing leaned back in the chair and said confidently: "Today, there are two generals, Deng and Chen, so that if I get the help of Mount Tai, great things will be accomplished." ”

"I am willing to die for His Highness." Deng Yao and Chen Shangchuan stood up solemnly and bowed their hands.

"It doesn't have to be this way." Zhu Yongxing said this, but he was very useful in his heart, motioned for the two to sit down, and began to arrange carefully.

Cat Ba Island, with its dangerous terrain and curved coast, is a safe haven for ships coming and going at sea, and troops must be sent to garrison it; Haiphong is under construction, and in the future it will be a dual-use port, but now it is not suitable for large ships to dock; Halong Bay, the sea is full of mountains and islands, it is said that there are more than 3,000, and the labyrinthine waterways between the small islands are not suitable for landing, but it is necessary to station troops at several points to warn of beacon fires......

Deng Yao and Chen Shangchuan were respectively the chief and deputy commanders of the South China Sea Fleet, and they first handled their own affairs, and then made an appointment to gather and begin to transport troops and migrants to the Mekong Delta. According to the plan, the first batch will transport 3,000 troops, as well as a large number of supplies with the army; The second and third batches each emigrated 5,000 people, and then the speed slowed down, and only Chen Shangchuan's department was responsible; General Deng Yao led his troops to continue to harass the coastal areas of Guangzhou, Guangzhou, and to collect and rescue the good people and untouchables who went to sea.

It will obviously take some time for the mobilized Annan migrants to reach Ha Long or Haiphong, and Zhu Yongxing will naturally not waste it. Deng Yao and Chen Shangchuan joined forces and attacked the Beihai Sea of Guangxi ten days later, as a containment, and it was also the prelude to Ma Bao's advance into Guangxi.

The arrangement is reasonable, the plan is thorough, and it is interlocking, which can be described as comprehensive. Zhu Yongxing said secretly, very confident. This made Deng Yao and Chen Shangchuan both surprised and admired, and their hearts were awe-inspiring. With such a shrewd Lord, the future is bright, but you must not be deceived.

All the arrangements have been completed, Zhu Yongxing has traveled a long way, and after talking for half a day, he can't help but look tired. Deng Yao and Chen Shangchuan retreated, Zong Shouyi cast an inquiring glance at Zhu Yongxing, and when he saw Zhu Yongxing raise his chin, he also retreated in understanding.

"General Deng, General Chen." Zong Shouyi walked out of the door and took a few hurried steps. Caught up with Deng Yao and Chen Shangchuan.

"Master Zong." Deng Yao and Chen Shangchuan hurriedly gave up their hands, emphasizing literature over martial arts This is a habit, and Zong Shouyi seems to be quite valued by Zhu Yongxing, and it is normal for the two to be very respectful.

"Your Highness attaches great importance to the two generals, and they will definitely have a bright future in the future." Zong Shouyi is not arrogant. He returned the salute and said with a smile: "This official is also cordial to the two generals, because he wants to take the liberty of saying more, and he also invites the two Haihan." ”

"Master Zong is polite." Deng Yao showed a solemn look on his face and said, "The two of us have just joined His Royal Highness, and many things are still unclear, so I ask Master Zong for more advice." ”

"yes." Chen Shangchuan also echoed and said: "If Master Zong has any good words, I will listen to them." ”

Zong Shouyi nodded, slowly put away his smile, and said, "Can the two generals know that His Highness has three evils?" The two shook their heads. He continued: "Your Highness, the evil soldiers are harming the people; Second, the evil is selfish and selfish; The three evils collude and deceive. As long as you do not commit these three articles, Your Highness will be lenient and will never kill people by punishment. The former Guangguo Gonghe Jiuyi, who came to the Qing court to conceal it and not report it, was originally a capital crime; His Royal Highness took pity on his wife being detained, and it was understandable that he would only demote him to the second level, and punish him with a small punishment. Today, His Highness said. The matter is confidential, and the two generals should know the severity. ”

Deng Yao and Chen Shangchuan glanced at each other. I know it. Zhu Yongxing made an assertion of "Bikeshang" to Huang Jin, and he was also very dissatisfied with Yang Yandi, but this is the most important thing and must not be passed on.

"Thank you, Master Zong, for your advice." Deng Yao and Chen Shangchuan bowed their hands and thanked them sincerely: "The last general will never dare to leak a few words to the outside. ”

"That's fine. His Royal Highness knows people very accurately, and what he expects will be right. We should be afraid of self-discipline, and we must not act recklessly! Zong Shouyi's face was full of spring breeze again, and he said with a smile: "Hehe, the words must be here, the official still has something." I took my leave first. ”

"Master Zong, please take care of yourself." Deng Yao and Chen Shangchuan watched Zong Shouyi walk away, and they actually let out a sigh of relief, and then looked at each other and smiled bitterly.

"His Royal Highness Min is wise and wise, and he is decisive in killing." Deng Yao faced Chen Shangchuan, naturally he couldn't say anything else, but his words of admiration were also a little true, "No wonder it can support the situation of Yunnan Province to resist the Qing Dynasty, and have the spare strength to seize land and expand the territory." ”

"It's a pity that Yang Yandi was mistaken by slander." Chen Shangchuan shook his head again and again with regret, "Maybe I was tired by the feelings of the old master, but I forgot that His Royal Highness Yanping is also a minister of the Ming Dynasty, and His Royal Highness Min stayed behind for the imperial court, so how can he shirk and disobey the edict." ”

"Yang Yandi started as a pirate, hehe, it's useless." Deng Yao was born on the right path, and he despised Yang Yandi for being a pirate, but he was very close to the famous Chen Shangchuan, "Shengcai, Your Highness is angry, you must not cause trouble yourself!" ”

Alas, Chen Shangchuan sighed helplessly, feeling sorry for Yang Yandi, and also sighing for the loss of a sea force. But he didn't take Deng Yao's exhortation to heart, and thought about persuading him again.

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Zhu Yongxing sat on the chair and stroked his forehead, tired and a little regretful for what he said just now. But with the matter in front of him, if he was vague, wouldn't it make Deng Yao and Chen Shangchuan look down on him?

"Your Highness." Zhao Guowei walked in lightly, and said tentatively: "I'm tired from a long distance, can the old slave give you a pinch?" ”

Zhu Yongxing nodded lightly and half-closed his eyes. This old eunuch's massage skills are first-class, and they are indeed very effective in relieving fatigue.

Although Zhao Guowei was named Zhengcheng, it was a position in the palace. But Zhu Yongxing ran around, and did not have a fixed mansion, let alone add too many maids and subordinates, not to mention eunuchs. Therefore, the old eunuch only has a title, but no power, and Mengzhu and Long'er take over almost all the daily affairs. After Zhu Yongxing got married, Zhao Guowei suggested to Zhu Yongxing to recruit some eunuchs, but Zhu Yongxing flatly refused, so he was quite disappointed.

or empty fist, or palm, Zhao Guowei used all his strength to wait for Zhu Yongxing comfortably. Obviously, the old eunuch still didn't give up, and took the opportunity to persuade him again.

Zhu Yongxing raised his hand slightly, signaled Zhao Guowei to stop, slowly opened his eyes, and said in a deep voice: "I will not agree to the matter of adding eunuchs, and I am determined to eradicate this bad habit and stereotype." ”

"Your Highness, don't you want an old slave?" Zhao Guowei was taken aback, fell to his knees with a thud, and kowtowed repeatedly.

Since the middle of the Ming Dynasty, the eunuch is very difficult to control, and every dynasty has a power eunuch to appear, between breathing and pitching, deciding life and death. Even the sergeant doctor of the court, he also needs to rely on the snort of the eunuch. Zhu Yongxing knew that no matter how the eunuchs were supervised, because they were close to the superiors, they would always have some influence. Moreover, the mutilation of a person's body for summoning is unacceptable to a modern man in any way. It was he who made the decision to eradicate it.

Moreover, there is only one step from being castrated to the palace, and there is only one step from physical disability to mental disability. When "castration" became the duty of the slaves, the saints who kept saying that "the parents of the body are not afraid to hurt it" had to pretend not to see it. The "lifeblood" of the eunuchs in the bottle was the "certificate" that guaranteed the chastity of the emperor's wives and concubines; And the silence of the saints, large and small, on the "root of life" is the "certificate" that ensures the unimpeded power of the emperors.

Since the monarchs call themselves "sons of heaven". You have to huddle in the palace and keep your distance from the ordinary people - let the people know that the emperor is also a mortal who eats, drinks, and sleeps, and then it's okay! The labyrinthine court needs "absolutely safe" servants, and the emperor who is afraid of cuckolding and the eunuch who cannot do anything "will not be separated from Meng, Meng will not be defocused", and together they have become the two most important cornerstones in the huge Empire State Building.

Zhu Yongxing hated the eunuch system, but also because the soul of the eunuch has been hanging over every inch of the great power of the Celestial Empire like a dark cloud for thousands of years. The empire needs eunuchs who act as "bedkeepers", and it also needs a large number of eunuchs who guard a set of general theories. The former is the manifest eunuch, and the latter is the invisible eunuch. That is, the "intellectual eunuch". The "knowledge eunuchs" were able to mass-produce thousands of eunuchs according to their own models. Those champions, scholars, Taoist priests, and monks are not all "intellectual eunuchs".

The castration of outward violence is terrible, and even more terrible is the emasculation of internalized self. A person who does not know how to protect his own rights will not protect the rights of others; A man who forbears humiliation to gain fame will not know the preciousness of human dignity; A man who is at peace with the darkness and even conspires with it. There will be no expectation of light.

"I don't mean to drive you away." Zhu Yongxing frowned, pondered the words and said, "You are a loyal servant." Following me out of Myanmar and into Yunnan is indispensable. However, those who destroy the bodies of their parents and raise them in order to win the favor of the superiors, I hate it deeply, and I must change it. Therefore, I allow you to adopt an heir to the heirloom. First, to keep the incense of your ancestors, and secondly, if you are properly educated, you can also add glory to your Zhao family. ”

"Thank you, Your Highness." Zhao Guowei burst into tears and knocked his head.

"Get up!" Zhu Yongxing waved his hand and continued: "I know that you have a job or no power. Disgruntled—"

"How dare the old slave, the old slave never dare."

"If you are not dissatisfied, then continue to stay in the mansion!" Zhu Yongxing said lightly: "The princess is young, and she is not familiar with some rules and etiquette, and with an old man like you, she can also give some pointers." Also, the Burmese ones — well, come back and be under you. ”

Zhu Yongxing said vaguely, but it gave Zhao Guowei a lot of hope. In addition to passing the heir, he felt that there was a possibility of higher promotion.

Seeing Zhao Guowei's gratitude for Dade's departure, Zhu Yongxing sighed with mixed feelings.

An online article in his previous life made him chill all over his body, extending from eunuchs to culture and knowledge, although it was extreme, it also gave people great inspiration. For example, in "Strange Tales from Liao Zhai" and "The Outer History of Confucianism", the images of emasculated readers are vivid, making people wonder whether to mourn their indisputability or pity their misfortune.

Therefore, all those with the word eunuch must be eradicated, real eunuchs must be eradicated, eunuchs in cultural knowledge must be eradicated, and eunuchs in personality and ideology must also be eradicated.

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Although he agreed to take Mengzhu to see the sea, Zhu Yongxing also knew the importance of the road, needless to say, it was not the time to go on vacation and sightseeing leisurely. Moreover, he set off just after the third day of the Lunar New Year, and he did not show the king's flag all the way, acted in a low-key manner, and tried his best to keep his whereabouts secret.

Long Er wanted to follow as a female official or maid, but Zhu Yongxing refused. This little girl has a wealthy family, she doesn't have to worry about eating and drinking, although her age is not enough for Zhu Yongxing's standard, her body is developing very well. If he waited with him, Zhu Yongxing really didn't believe in his determination.

That's fine. Zhu Yongxing does not bring a female ring, but it seems that he is not greedy for enjoyment, not greedy for women, and works tirelessly for Zhongxing Daming.

Of course, Zhu Yongxing was alone, so he had no interest in appreciating and playing, but the beautiful scenery of Halong Bay still gave him another idea.

The scenery of Halong Bay is beautiful and charming, with more than 1,000 large and small islands scattered in the bay, some of which are independent mountains and one pillar of optimus; Some of the two mountains are close to each other, and one is divided in the water; Some of the peaks and peaks overlap, and they are strange and strange, which can be called a spectacle. Because its scenery resembles the landscape of Guilin in China, it is also known as "Guilin on the Sea".

Nature's ghostly work will be carved with different shapes of mountains and rocks, small islands, some such as chopsticks directly inserted into the water, some such as floating on the surface of the water, some such as galloping horses, and some such as fighting roosters, the most famous is Toad Island, its shape is like a toad, sitting on the sea, with grass in its mouth, lifelike.

Ha Long Bay is not only beautiful in terms of mountains and waters, but also rich in products, there are many precious aquatic products in the sea, and there are several estuaries to bring food, so all kinds of fish along the coast of Annam are almost all found in Ha Long Bay.

The sea of Halong is always green water, and it will never stop flowing over time. Halong Bay is beautiful in all seasons, verdant in spring, and young buds grow on the rocky hills. In summer, the weather is cool and white, and the sun shines on the sea. On autumn nights, the moonlight shines like gold on the fluttering mountain shadows. Fog and smoke float on the rocky mountain of winter waves: "Ha Long Bay is as beautiful as a blue flower floating on the waves of the Mother Sea".

…………… (To be continued......)