Lu Bing is the emperor's brother and brother-in-law, and it is not surprising that he has such a holy family.

Yan Song looked at Tang Shunzhi, and his heart was deeply envious: This kid is not bad.

"If there is nothing important these days, Your Majesty will not see your subordinates at night. Ying Dezhen surprised me, His Majesty really didn't wait for tomorrow. ”

Tang Shunzhi smiled and saluted: "I am alone, Your Majesty is afraid that it will be discussed tomorrow." Please come with the elders, Your Majesty can pull out the redundancy, the merit of the elders. ”

Yan Song was polite.

When he wanted to play something alone at night, it was not that he didn't receive a reply of "I'll talk about it tomorrow".

"Your Majesty is enlightened in the country, self-disciplined in himself, and he is truly a wise monarch through the ages." Yan Song sighed, "Ying De has never seen the court before the Jiajing Dynasty. After nightfall, if there is no summons, how can the important ministers enter the palace and ask for a meeting? Just look at the present, there were people who were busy with official business until late at night in the previous dynasty, and you and I came here to ask for a meeting, so it does not seem to be a mistake. ”

"Oh? I've heard that the Kokusho is the most numerous in the Suzhi Palace, and the former Minister of State was in the Suzhi Palace, didn't he ask for a meeting? ”

Yan Song glanced at him meaningfully: "If it's not an important military matter, why bother Your Majesty at night?" Now it's just a rough cultural and educational formula, and the performance is the imperial review. Yingde invited him to meet late at night, and he also brought the old man along, not only for this matter, right? ”

In Zhiyuan Zhai, Tang Shunzhi smiled slightly and put down the teacup.

After looking at Yan Song, he bowed first: "Elder Yan Guo, let Lang Dongyingbo go to Japan again, and next year he may use a large number of troops against Japan." I discussed with General Senator Xia and the Japanese strategy, I heard that Yan Guolao didn't care? ”

Although he felt that it was a bit abrupt to bring him to invite him to meet him, Yan Song didn't come without knowing the real purpose?

Everyone has their own plans in their hearts.

Yan Song Zhengse said: "I lead the Ministry of Civil Affairs and the Ministry of Agriculture. If I hadn't been called to join the military plane, how could I have left my beak? ”

"Yan Guo's husband is private, and the younger generation admires it."

“…… This person is a subordinate. ”

Yan Song looked at him, wondering in his heart if he came to ask for a military matter?

So when I asked the father-in-law on duty here in the Yangxin Palace to report just now, why did he only say that it was related to the reform of the imperial examination system and the cultural and educational strategy?

Tang Shunzhi also said: "Now that the ministers are discussing the cultural and educational strategy, isn't it involving the hidden dangers of the future kings and vassals on all sides? His Majesty named Linglang as the East Yingbo, and it can be seen that Linglang will be the lord of Japan in the future, and he will probably be the king of He. Coming to see him at night is indeed a harassment to His Majesty. But Your Majesty is sharing a family with all the concubines, princes, and princesses, and I will ask for a meeting with the elders, and when we will play the matter of Your Majesty's Holy Judgment, Your Majesty can also think more deeply. ”

Yan Song's heart moved.

Previously, he led the Ministry of Culture and Education. After Tang Shunzhi became the Minister of State, Yan Song, who was very familiar with the official affairs of the Ministry of Culture and Education, was still in the lineup of the draft imperial examination system and the reform plan of the Daming cultural and educational system.

Now that Tang Shunzhi mentioned this, Yan Song suddenly remembered some of the strategies related to the content of Tang Shunzhi's words.

“…… Could it be the content of the study abroad part? ”

Tang Shunzhi shook his head: "Definitely." This is the introduction, Yan Guolao naturally knows that it is the hidden worries of the future feudal clans supporting the army, and the second or third generations. If you don't have talent, you don't dare to hope for the position of general assistant in the future; The old man of the country is respected, and his only son is sealed in the vassal country. It is most appropriate for the two of us to discuss this matter together. ”

“…… I see, what Ying De said is very true. ”

Yan Song finally figured out why he had to come by himself.

The son is really going to take root in Japan in the future, and he Yan Song is also very likely to sit on the throne of the general assistant.

Tang Shunzhi said that he did not expect the position of general assistant, because everyone knew that His Majesty had cultivated him as the next general staff member.

Therefore, the two giants of civil and military affairs in the future are invited to meet together, one for the sake of the future stability of the Ming Dynasty, and to draw the next charter with the cultural and educational strategy; The other is "interest-related", shouldn't we also take a good stand?

The rest is just small talk.

Zhiyuan Zhai did not seem cold, but did not discuss the specific details in advance.

Leave it to the emperor.

Although Zhu Houxi agreed to them, he still let Lu Bing go back first, and then went to Wensuyun Palace to take a bath first, and then changed his clothes and came to the Heart Cultivation Palace.

Seeing the two of them, the first sentence was really straightforward: "If the draft is discussed, it will be presented first." Since the two of them came together at night, there must be something else important, and the point is to be said. ”

After agreeing to Wen Suyun, Carolina and their children's night arrangements, Zhu Houxi swept the two.

"The minister is terrified." What Tang Shunzhi wanted was for him to come out after he had a circle in the harem.

According to His Majesty's attitude towards the children, when he went to the harem, he naturally met the children.

And some of the issues that Tang Shunzhi wanted the emperor to consider for himself were related to his children.

"How to change the study of the imperial examination into the study of encyclopedias, how to set the scientific research regulations of the Academy of Sciences, universities and doctoral research institutes, how to revise the examination syllabus, how to compile encyclopedia textbooks, how to promote education and educate Mongolian children, how to go on to higher education and how to take examinations, the ministers and others have first discussed a draft." Tang Shunzhi opened his mouth, "But there are two things in it, and the ministers want to ask the holy will first." ”

"Speak."

"First, in the future, the students of the vassal states, in addition to the examination and visa, whether the lords of the vassal states and the sons of important ministers must be ordered to study in Daming."

Zhu Houxi's eyes condensed slightly, and motioned for him to continue.

Tang Shunzhi said: "Second, the Academy of Sciences, the doctoral research institutes of various universities, and the Qiao Research Institutes of various enterprises are not allowed to serve in foreign vassals, and they are not allowed to return to China in the future. ”

Yan Song remembered what he had to say, and immediately said: "The minister thinks that when the lords of the vassal states and the sons and daughters of important ministers are explicitly ordered to study in the Ming Dynasty, if the talents of the foreign domains serve in the important positions of scientific research in the Ming Dynasty, they should be registered in the Ming Dynasty and are not allowed to return to the country." ”

Zhu Houxi is no longer the teenager he was more than 20 years ago, and after sitting in the position of the emperor for so many years, he immediately understood what the two really wanted to discuss with him first.

After glancing at Tang Shun, Zhu Houxi smiled first: "Yingde, you were bold and bold back then, but now you are very cautious." ”

Tang Shunzhi said: "Roughly speaking, we should be decisive, and we need to make arrangements for the details." It is also the essence of the art of war. ”

"The Art of War?" Zhu Houxi looked at his eyes and nodded slowly, "I understand." What you really want me to discuss tonight is the future division of the feudal system. ”

"The world is in harmony, and cultural and educational affairs are also very important." Tang Shunzhi said solemnly, "If we use troops against Japan next year, and then how to govern and educate, from the kings to the gentry, merchants, and common people who are interested in going to the vassal country, we must have a reassurance." ”

Zhu Houxi really remembered the children he had just seen at Wen Suyun.

Carolina's son Lao Sanao Wang is 16 years old this year, and Wen Suyun's son Lao Qi is also 9 years old.

On the sports field before, there were thirteen-year-old fourth and wang, the fifth born to Zhang Qinghe and the sixth born to Tana were all twelve years old. The eighth child born in the fifteenth year of the princess of the Lanna dynasty, Achara Kamala Jiajing, is now six years old; It was only thirty-three before she gave birth to the ninth son of the emperor in the seventeenth year of Jiajing, and Concubine De, who was now the youngest in the palace.

It's not like there will be a drama of nine sons seizing the heir, but what Tang Shunzhi wants Zhu Houxi to consider now is: After the division of the feudal kingdoms in the future, how should these feudal states ensure their relationship with the Ming Dynasty in terms of large systems and small details.

It is naturally impossible for the Ming Dynasty to bear the financial pressure and send troops to defend it, and the vassal kings must also have their own military strength to govern the place for the Ming suzerain.

Maybe it's okay in one or two generations, and then later, he is still the master of a country far away from the Ming Dynasty and the real army and power, is he willing to let the Ming get more benefits when the time comes?

Once there is an opportunity, everyone has their own base, will they think about the Chinese emperor's throne?

"These two undecided questions are asking if they want to send protons? Do you want to blockade the military equipment and technology of the vassal states? ”

Zhu Houxi refined the key points of Tang Shunzhi's expression, and Tang Shunzhi bent down by default.

Sending protons to study abroad is nothing more than making the vassal country more fearful.

The blockade of military and industrial technology is to make the vassal kingdom more fearful: the Ming Dynasty's combat power is always stronger than theirs.

Zhu Houxi shook his head: "The proton set is too old and doesn't make much sense." ”

During the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, this set was popular. But between countries, if you really want to fight, will you be afraid of these?

"Blockade technology is not the royal way, and it is easy to make the Ming Dynasty arrogant and complacent in the future."

Tang Shunzhi raised his head: "The minister thinks that only with border trade and culture, the Ming Dynasty is rich in resources, and the culture and education are prosperous, and the Ming Dynasty will profit more in the end." Over time, the vassal kingdom is not willing to accumulate over time, and there will definitely be problems. At that time, it was different from now, and all the lords of the country came from their clans. Together, the friendship between clansmen is getting weaker. ”

"With a layer of clan friendship, there is an extra layer of leeway for many things. The system of the vassal state is similar to that of China, and in the future, courtesy and trade will be more important. As long as the contradictions are not irreconcilable, then the gains and losses of raising troops will be measured. China regards it as a fraternal country and should value peace. China has a vast land and abundant resources, and it is natural to go faster; The feudal kingdom has a weak foundation, and as long as it is becoming more prosperous, it will not easily destroy the system. ”

Zhu Houxi thought about it: "When the day comes, which vassal country is not clear, and there is no need to be stuck to any clan relatives." Brothers falling on the wall is nothing new, and it is inevitable. You're here to know my bottom line, right? ”

“…… The minister was ashamed. Tang Shunzhi lowered his head again.

"Tell me what you really think, what do you think you should do?"

Yan Song didn't speak.

This statement of the emperor means that in the future, the princes and civil and military forces who are divided into feudal states will have a higher degree of freedom and will not be subject to so much restraint by the Ming Dynasty.

Tang Shunzhi said: "In this case, the Chinese systems are practiced in foreign vassals, and the ministers will set standards in matters such as etiquette, culture, education, and commerce. This year, the countries will send their envoys to Beijing to lay the foundation for the conclusion of the convention. The minister thought that since China and the vassal domains would have the same origin in the future, they should imitate the Zongren Mansion, and there should be a consultation, mediation, and punishment between countries. Being able to discuss some issues behind closed doors, as is the case with national policy meetings, is also a way to prevent problems before they occur. ”

Zhu Houxi looked at him in surprise.

Isn't this the little United Nations?

Tang Shunzhi thought ahead, there is a platform to mediate the contradictions between countries, at least he can not use force directly as the first means to think of it.

"In addition, China is the suzerain, and even if it does not regard the vassal domains as foreign enemies, it is still necessary to take precautions. Although it is not a long-term plan for the state to be stationed in the countries, the trade is flourishing, and it is also of great use to follow the example of the Nanyang Protectorate, and even to have a dual-use fortress for military and commerce in the place where soldiers must fight, and even in every country. ”

"Wasn't this a plan? Places like Malacca, Tsushima. Zhu Houxi looked at him suspiciously, "There is one place in every country?" ”

Military bases are located all over the country, and the financial pressure will also be enormous.

In Zhu Houxi's conception, there is a layer of barrier of the feudal state, and there are three or four enclave solid land directly controlled by the Ming Dynasty, which is enough.

Tang Shunzhi said: "At the beginning of the new feudal feuds, they must rely on China. It is only natural that the treasury of the vassal state should also share some of the generals' salaries and military supplies. In the future, it may be abolished, but at least for two or three generations, it will help the vassal lords to stabilize the country. ”

Zhu Houxi looked at them.

Cut?

Regardless of the field, how can dismantling not involve the interests of many people? Which is so easy to cut?

Looking at the expressions of Yan Song's faction, "I just came with him, not my idea", Zhu Houxi knew that this was probably a consideration made by the staff officers of the Military Affairs Conference from the interests of the generals.

Once the imaginary system is fully emerged, the Ming Dynasty can be called peaceful and warless.

At that time, what will the Ming army do? Do you want to return to the field?

Maintaining a sense of presence is a must.

Since there is a high probability that there will be no war in the country, then in the future, the place where the Ming generals can make contributions can only be that there are still foreign vassals where the local people "do not obey the king".

It is said that it is to help the princes of the feudal states to stabilize the country, but in fact, they want to set the regulations that the military security needs of the feudal states are outsourced to the Ming Dynasty: the Ming treasury will naturally continue to have military expenditures, and the feudal states must also prepare a "protection fee".

Considering the characteristics of this era and the position of Daming, Zhu Houxi feels that this is indeed not a bad idea.

First of all, it is natural to be able to control the vassal states firmly - as long as the foreign generals can always have two sources of income, then they do not have to give up one and instead risk being defeated and only loyal to the foreign vassal lord who may "give too much".

On the contrary, the Ming military, which held military power, would become the most active peacemaker between the Ming and the vassal states.

Secondly, this approach will undoubtedly be fully supported by the entire Ming military. As long as the Ming Emperor always adheres to this routine unwaveringly, then the Ming Emperor will always receive the unwavering support of the army, so that Zhu Houxi does not have to worry about his children and grandchildren not being able to do it and being held hostage by Wenchen.

Finally, this question can also allow Daming not to worry about threatening Daming in the future - your own security army was sent by Daming, what do you use to fight Daming?

Zhu Houxi sighed: "The lords of the feudal kingdoms must want to have troops that they can control. Even if only the heart enjoys wealth and wealth, but the foundation of the foreign domain, to share the military expenses according to the standards of the Ming Dynasty, naturally can only collect taxes from the people. This is of course a very good idea, but it is contrary to the purpose of giving grace to the people of the vassal domains. If there is a grievance in the hearts of the people, it will be a matter that damages the foundation after all. ”

Who can guarantee that the ruler of every vassal country has no ambitions?

If the military force is not in one's own hands, the struggle will be stronger in the open and in the covert.

If you want to build your own military strength, you have to bear the military expenses of the Ming garrison, so you can only collect heavy taxes from the people.

"Therefore, the ministers and others thought that His Majesty needed to make a judgment as soon as possible and set a fundamental plan. In the future, the feudal domains will have customization, as long as they follow the fundamental plan and set their own minds, the financial plan will be the most relaxed, and it will not harm the people. ”

Zhu Houxi looked at them.

That is to say, the future lords of each vassal state should directly recognize one point from the source: don't think about rebelling against the Ming Dynasty one day, and hand over the military power to the Ming Dynasty to be responsible. With the advantages of the Ming Dynasty's trade channels and institutions, it is expected to establish a richer country in the foreign domain. Countries clarify their internal affairs and their relationship with the Ming Dynasty, that is, their incomparable status and wealth. Only one part of the military expenses for the Ming garrison was paid, and the tax policy was not set so high, which made the people of the vassal country miserable.

A kind of "shouting dad when I think of it, I suddenly feel that the world is wide".

The truth is also the same: with the Ming Dynasty, do you still want to turn over and rebel?

If you have a disobedient mind, then Zhu Houxi's sons and grandchildren will probably be happy in the future: Are you disobedient? Then change it, and let my own son be king in the past.

As long as the interests of the Ming military and the civil servants of the vassal state are not lost, then it probably does not matter who the lord of the vassal country is.

Zhu Houxi thought about it, but could only look at Tang Shunzhi and didn't speak.

I have to say that there is not so much messy international outlook, public opinion and moral baggage now, and roughness does have rough beauty.

Since the Ming Dynasty has the ability and opportunity to sweep, it will directly realize the essential unification of force, civil affairs and culture.

“…… So, in that vassal country, it was my Ming who sang white faces, and the lords of the vassal kingdoms and the ministers sang red faces? Zhu Houxi summed it up.

Tang Shunzhi laughed: "Your Majesty's move is very appropriate. The monarch of the kingdom should have been strict. With the restraint of the great emperor, the border armies stationed in the vassal states will not harm the people for no reason, but will punish them. The generals stationed are like rogue officials, and there is no danger of supporting the army and self-respecting. If it is detrimental to the original intention of the Ming Dynasty to garrison the feudal screen and harm the people for no reason, the feudal domains will be presented to the national government, and the will of the Great Emperor will be replaced. ”

“…… Zongguo Mansion. Zhu Houxi laughed, "I understand what you mean." Speaking of which, it has little to do with the draft cultural and educational reform that you are about to submit now. I'm not in a hurry to do this, I'll think about it. ”

"The ministers disturbed Your Majesty at night, and asked Your Majesty to punish the crime."

Zhu Houxi glanced at them, and then said, "Why didn't Xia Gongjin come by himself?" When the three of them come together, I will let go of other things. ”

Tang Shunzhi smiled bitterly: "Since the news of the use of troops against Japan spread, General Staff Xia has been very distressed. In this matter, there is only room for the meritorious service of the sea master, inside and outside the five mansions, the generals who know the news do not go to the Wuying Hall to look for the general staff of Xia. The matter is big, President Xia is holding them steady, and the ministers are forced to be helpless, so they can only use the draft of cultural and educational reform to present the ideas of the ministers and others to Your Majesty, and ask Your Majesty to make a holy judgment. Therefore, the minister has reassurance. ”

“…… It's all red-eyed people. ”

"The new marquis, the system has given two more earls to the title." Tang Shunzhi said honestly, "Your Majesty, Zangfeng has been in Tibet for many years, and he has not stopped polishing, and the soldiers need reassurance the most." Your Majesty's grand plan is great, the Ming Dynasty is determined both inside and outside, and the generals dare not forget to fight. That being the case, there is a need for a long-term approach. ”

"He doesn't come, let you come?"

Tang Shunzhi said helplessly: "Who made His Majesty promote the speed of the ministers, and crown the Ming?" This discussion may be against the scales, and General Staff Xia asked the ministers to play on their behalf, which is also to take into account the longevity of the ministers. And if the minister can do this, it will naturally be praised by the army. ”

“…… Old fox. Zhu Houxi said a word and looked at the two.

Yan Song's cold sweat broke out.

Only then did he realize that there was more to it than that.

Is it because I am old, so I can't think it through at the first time?

How could he come with Tang Shunzhi because of the invitation of Tang Shunzhi, the future general staff, thinking that he, the future general assistant, couldn't come over without knowing about some important changes?

I've been used!

(End of chapter)