Daming Yuanfu

Chapter 1071
After talking about private affairs, it is time to start talking about official affairs.

At this time, the food and wine had already been served, and Wu Xun was ordered to pour the wine for Gao Yushi. As soon as the wine was poured into the glass, Gao Yushi was a little surprised when he saw it, it turned out to be golden.

Wu Dui said with a smile: "This Zhejiang famous wine was called Dongyang wine in ancient times, and today it is called Jinhua wine. It is unique to Wuzhou (Jinhua)."

Gao Yushi is good at drinking, but he is not fond of wine. He doesn't know the origin of this wine very well, so he picked up his glass and smelled it, and said, "It seems to smell like medicine."

Wu Xun said: "I want to teach my uncle to know that this wine is different from ancient times to modern times. The original brewing method recorded in "Shi Lin Guang Ji" used medicine in its song. Today it is not used, but it is made with bran flour and Polygonum leaves. It has a pungent aura, and Polygonum can also detoxify, so it has a slightly medicinal fragrance. This wine has a far-reaching fragrance and a golden color. Other waters, neighboring towns like my Shaoxing, are not built in the same way, and all of them are beautiful in water and soil."

Gao Wushi laughed: "Yuquan water is light, while Jinhua water is heavy, but each has its own uses. It seems that Li Taibai said in the past that 'I am born with talents must be useful', which is really reasonable."

"Of course, it's the same as the court's employing people." Wu Dui said, "When it comes to employing people, let's be honest. Do you think Liu Shizeng can handle this Yunnan war?"

Gao Wushi smiled and said, "Let's just make good use of the two generals Liu Ting and Deng Zilong."

"The emperor called you into the palace yesterday, and I think he also talked about the war in Yunnan?" Wu Dui asked, "Brother Yu has already got some news about the treasure banknotes in the Yunnan war. Since you, Jinghua, are in charge of this matter, it must be that the military pay is not good this time." It will be missing... Brother Yu is curious about how the emperor wants to fight this battle?"

"My little brother is going to report this matter to my senior brother." Gao Wushi said, "The war in Yunnan may be fought on three sides and besiege Burma, but the main direction of attack is still Yunnan."

"Three-sided siege?" Wu Dui asked in surprise, "Meng Yang, Luchuan, Mu Bang and other big Xuanwei have already lost everything, so where does the three-sided siege come from?"

Gao Wushi fiddled with the ancient porcelain cup in his hand, and said with a smile: "On the one hand, go south to Yunnan, on the other hand, go west to Siam, and on the other hand, go to the old land of Bago by sea...North, west, and south are besieged."

Wu Dui hurriedly asked where the other two roads came from, and Gao Wushi explained in detail the method discussed with Zhu Yijun yesterday.

"I didn't expect Siam and Annan to make such a big effort this time." Wu Dui sighed, "I heard that Siam and Laos have become vassals of Burma, and I thought they would become the accomplices of the Mang Chieftain this time. I didn't expect you to When we were in Guangxi, we arranged it in advance...the so-called those who don’t want to live forever can’t do it for a while, but if you want to seek real talents, brother foolishness can’t do it.”

Naturally, Gao Wushi couldn't just say that Shi Shiransheng received this praise, and quickly explained that he was in Annan at the time, and the news could be learned nearby, so it's better to plan ahead, but Senior Brother Wu, you are far away in the capital, so if you don't get any news, naturally you will I can't think about those anymore. This is normal and not worth mentioning.

After all, Wu Dui is the Chief Sima of Jiuzhen Border Pass. After thinking for a while, he suddenly said: "If you plan like this, the main force of the Burmese rebels first fought with Liu Ting and Deng Zilong in Yunnan, and then there were policemen in southern Burma, so they had to return to their divisions. And Annan's surprise attack army will be circling and procrastinating in the old place of Bago...

To be honest, I don’t know if you have thought about it. In this way, Liu Ting and Deng Zilong are likely to quickly regain Mengyang, Luchuan, Mubang and other places, and then move their troops south.At this time, Siam and Annan can take the opportunity to join forces again. At this time, they may attack Toungoo City from two directions, forcing the decisive battle in the city of Mang Chieftain! "

"Brother, this is just the best situation." Gao Wushi shook his head: "Even if the military salary is abundant, it is very difficult to transfer military rations in places like Yunnan and northern Myanmar. The food consumption of the two units, Huang Zhiting and Huang Zhiting, far exceeded that of the southern route where the navy landed.

The terrain in Yunnan and northern Myanmar is worse than that in northern Annan. Not only are there dangerous mountains and dense forests, but there are torrents blocking the road at every turn, making it very difficult to walk.To tell you the truth, brother, in this Yunnan war, I really don't dare to hope that I can take all of Burma. If I can recover a few Xuanweisi, in my opinion, it will be enough. "

Wu Dui thought about it for the same reason, but after thinking about it, he frowned and said, "But if it stops here, how can the imperial court appease Siam, Laos and Annam?"

Gao Wu said honestly: It seems that Senior Brother Wu still doesn't understand the nature of Annan, Siam, and Laos. In his heart, he probably still looks at these families according to the attitude of the tribute period.He didn't know that [-]% of Annan's attitude now depends on me, and in my plan, Siam and Laos are just vassal states that I indirectly control through Annan.

But that's good too, Senior Brother Wu's attitude should be able to represent the attitude of the important ministers in the court to a large extent, they probably think that my status in Annan is great, that is, the status of Zhang Fu in Annan in the past.That is to say, as long as Annan is still a vassal state in their eyes, he will always exist as a trump card to deter Annan.

Right now, his special position in the right wing of Mongolia is recognized by the court: An Da of Tumet Chechen Khan, and the reincarnation of King Ming of the Yellow Sect.It can be said that before the "Eastern System" was completely successful, as a key figure in the "Xihuai", no one would or would dare to ignore his huge influence on Tumed.

With the addition of Annan, and the Siam and Laos that Annan will be able to strongly influence in the future, unless he is not afraid of the flames of fire in Mobei, southern Xinjiang, the imperial court will definitely not tear itself apart.

Of course, tearing face and so on refers to the special situation where some people slander the emperor. In fact, based on Zhu Yijun's current trust in Gao Yushi, the possibility of this is basically zero.

It's just that Gao is used to pragmatism and prudence, especially since he knows that few of the major reformers in history can end well, so he always thinks about retreating while reforming.

Of course, everyone is happy if they don’t need something like a way out, but if they need it, they really can’t have it, and if they don’t, they’re dead.

"Annan's consolation, my brother has already thought about it. Give them Cambodia. But although Cambodia is nothing more than wildness to me, Ming, it is not much smaller than the mainland to Annan. Let's give it so much at once. They have to do something - they need to provide effective support to help Siam and Laos to ensure that Siam and Laos can resist Burma's retaliation. In this way, not only the three countries are safe, but also there is no need for me to spend a soldier and a salary .”

Probably because Wu Dui was moved by "I don't need to spend a soldier and a salary", Da Sima was very happy when he heard that, he laughed and said: "A clever plan, a wonderful plan! To be honest, you really played it so beautifully!"

Then he paused, and said again: "Just one thing, what should we say in Cambodia?"

Oh, Cambodia is logically also a tributary state of Ming Dynasty, so there must be an excuse.

However, Gao Yushi was very disdainful, and said indifferently: "The other country has lost tribute for many years, and the imperial court sent Annan to question him."

Wu Dui was stunned for a moment, and said with a wry smile: "This question...it seems that tens of thousands of troops are going to ask it?"

Gao Wushi spread his hands slightly: "This is the question of Annan's commander-in-chief. The court just explained the task. As for how he will complete it, what does the court care about him? Does the court teach him what to eat for his three meals?"

Wu Dui couldn't help laughing when he heard this, and shook his head and sighed: "This Mo Dutong... Forget it, with the interests of opening up Xinjiang and Cambodia, a little infamy is not important."

Gao Wushi smiled and said nothing.

Modu unifies Cambodia?Apart from being bored in Dutong's mansion and playing with making people, Modutong really has nothing to do with him.The matters mentioned just now should all be decided by Jinghua as the national policy advisory group, and it will only be the final seal of Mo Dutong.

The two had a banquet for a while, and the atmosphere gradually turned up. Wu Dui also calmed down a little with his son. wine.

Although Wu Xun annoyed his father today, he gained a lot. He was so excited that he didn't care whether he ate or not. Of course, it was a good thing for his father to soften his attitude, so he sat down to eat in a proper manner.When he is not talking about business, he is very disciplined, and his words and deeds are in line with his status.

At this time, Wu Dui was thinking again: "There are Liu Ting and Deng Zilong in Yunnan, Na Lixuan in Siam, and... Uh, what are the names of Dao's siblings?"

Gao Wushi said: "My elder sister's name is Bijue, and his younger brother's name is Nuojiao Gumeng."

"Oh yes, yes...the name of this Laotian is really strange." Wu Dui said: "Na Lixuan and the Dao family siblings are both from the local royal family, and they each lead their soldiers and civilians to restore the country. It must be good. But In my opinion, Annan's side is the key to sending troops from the feudal kingdom of Southern Xinjiang this time, not to mention sending troops to two groups... who will lead these two groups of troops, do you have any arrangements?"

Gao Wushi said: "The Eastern Army will support Siam by land. At present, I am inclined to let Ruan Huang lead the troops."

"Ruan Huang?" Wu Dui thought about it carefully, and then he remembered who Ruan Huang was, and asked, "Brother Yu, remember, this person was originally a minister of the Zheng family?"

Gao Wushi smiled slightly: "The situation is more complicated. The Zheng family actually snatched the military power from Ruan Huang's father earlier, and that's why Hou Li rebelled. In addition, there is another reason why the younger brother wants to use Ruan Huang It is his son Ruan Fuyuan who worshiped under the younger brother's family, which is actually equivalent to the proton handed over to Daming - this son is now in Liaoyang."

The implication is that Ruan Huang is relatively more reliable.Wu Dui understood, nodded and stopped entangled with this matter, but asked again: "What about the West Route Army?"

Gao Wushi was about to answer when suddenly there was a knock on the door.

Wu Dui frowned slightly, he had told his servant that during the banquet with the high school prime minister, don't bother him if there is no major event, why did he knock on the door?

However, what came next was Gao Mo's voice: "Master, news from the palace."

Gao Wushi and Wu Dui looked at each other, saw Wu Dui nodded, and said, "Come in and talk."

Gao Mo pushed the door open and entered, first accusing Wu Dui of a crime, Wu Dui naturally waved his hand to indicate that it's okay.Gao Wushi asked him to report in front of Wu Dui.

Gao Mo then said: "There is an edict from the Holy Spirit: Change Huang Zhiting to be the guard envoy of Yuedong; Huang Zhiting will concurrently hold the post of Deputy Envoy of the Metropolitan Government."

The news was so sudden that not only Wu Dui was taken aback, but even Gao Wushi was caught off guard by Zhu Yijun. After being stunned for a while, he asked, "How high is this deputy envoy, but is it hereditary?"

Gao Mo replied: "It is said in the imperial edict that because Annan's capital envoys are appointed as the second rank, and the deputy envoys are appointed as the third rank, as for whether it is hereditary or not, the imperial edict does not mention it."

Gao Wushi nodded, and thought to himself: The emperor suddenly raised Huang Zhiting to the third rank at this point in time. Could it be that he deliberately wants to match my current rank so that he can marry him after victory in this battle?
But why didn't it be hereditary after it was given to Annan's deputy capital?The edict uses the Hou Li Dynasty as a comparison, saying that when Annan was divided into south and north, Mo was the chief envoy and Li was the deputy envoy, so now the deputy capital is reset.However, at that time, Li Shi's position of deputy capital was obviously hereditary, but now he doesn't mention it...

He was thinking about Zhu Yijun's intentions, but Wu Dui who was next to him suddenly asked: "To be honest, this time, the commander of the Annan West Route Army for thousands of miles to expedition to the old land of Bagu, could it be Mrs. Huang, the guardian envoy of Yuedong?"

Huang Zhiting is not yet married, so it is reasonable to say that she cannot be called a "wife", but there are many female chieftains in Ming Dynasty, so according to the "ancient system", the official rank (not a position, just a rank) of a woman as an official is set as "Mrs. So-and-so", that's what Wu Dui meant by "Ms. Huang" at the moment.

Here is another detail that later generations may sometimes confuse: For example, if Huang Zhiting married Gao Yushi, then she must not be called "Mrs. Huang", but "Mrs. Gao Huang", absolutely. It is not allowed to put her real surname before "Madame".Wu Butang was born as a Jinshi, so naturally he would not make such a mistake.

Gao Wushi was interrupted by Wu Dui, unable to think about Zhu Yijun's intentions for a while, he could only reply: "That's right, my younger brother was about to talk about it just now."

A strange look appeared in Wu Dui's eyes, and he paused before saying: "About Mrs. Huang, brother Yu has heard some rumors in the capital, I don't know if it is true..."

Gao Wushi asked, "What kind of rumors?"

Wu Dui smiled and blinked: "The rumors are probably exaggerated, but the general idea is that there is some... er, extraordinary friendship between Mrs. Huang and you, brother. I wonder if there is such a thing?"

As Wu Dui asked this question, even Wu Xun next to him was a little embarrassed, but Gao Yushi looked calm, nodded and said: "Yes, Zhiting and I have a lifelong contract."

Now not only Wu Xun's eyeballs were about to pop out, but Wu Dui also had a look of shock on his face. He was stunned for a moment before he hurriedly asked: "Is this really true? Be honest, this is not a joke! Your family is not talking about this." No objection?"

Gao Wushi didn't answer right away, but took a sip from his wine glass, and then said slowly, "There must be."

"Then what do you say... your father's order?" Wu Dui was in a hurry at the moment.

Gao Wushi put down his glass and sighed: "Jia Yan already knew about it, but he didn't answer me. Jia Ci's attitude... I don't quite agree with it, but I also made it clear that I wouldn't object."

Wu Dui knocked on the table a little harder, and said: "The court official married the chieftain, and even married the official matchmaker. This is the first time in the 200 years of the dynasty! You... Be honest, you say you are too. Conditions, what kind of lady of the family can't get married, why bother to cause such a thing?"

Gao Wushi knew that talking about free love with an old Jinshi with "orthodox thinking" like Wu Dui was purely self-inflicted, so he had already thought about his words. At this time, his face was calm and solemn, and he said lightly: "Brother, brother One person's fame is a small matter, but Annan's eternal life is a big matter."

Wu Dui was stunned for a moment.

Gao Wushi sighed, and said with incomparable earnestness and sincerity: "Annan was taken back by my younger brother, and my younger brother can't tolerate Annan wandering outside my China again... Do you understand what my brother means?"

Wu Dui was stunned for a while, then suddenly got up, straightened his clothes, and solemnly bowed to Gao Yushi: "My virtuous brother has a broad heart and deep intentions, and my brother foolishness can't match it. I just said something presumptuous, and I hope my virtuous brother will forgive me."
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