The eldest grandson of Emperor Ming Dynasty!

Tang He left, very peacefully, with a smile on his lips.

In the past few years, he has been suffocated and gasping for breath. Today, he drank more than half a catty of spirits, and finally left quietly in his sleep.

Zhu Yuanzhang was drunk, and Zhu Ying, who heard the news, rushed over and took it back.

The next day.

After Zhu Yuanzhang woke up, he announced that he would be dismissed for three days, and issued an imperial edict to posthumously confer Tang He the title of King of Dongou, with the posthumous title of Xiangwu, and his portrait in the Temple of Meritorious Officials, as well as the Taimiao.

The death of Tang He dealt a great blow to Zhu Yuanzhang.

After all, Tang He was only two years older than Zhu Yuanzhang, which made Zhu Yuanzhang feel that his time limit was almost approaching.

This is the time when Ming is prosperous, but he is already old.

Zhu Ying was very distressed. In less than two days, the old man's face seemed haggard for several years, and his figure became even more hunched.

Even on the fourth day when he went to court, he seemed depressed.

Just when Zhu Ying felt that it was very difficult, a piece of news made Zhu Yuanzhang Longyan furious.

Last year, the envoys sent by Daming to Timur were directly detained. Not only Ming, but also the envoys of the Ottoman Empire farther away, including envoys from other countries, were all detained by Timur.

At the same time as the seizure, all foreign countries declared war.

This news directly caused Zhu Yuanzhang, who was originally depressed, to be furious at the early court.

Zhu Yuanzhang felt that he had been greatly deceived.

Although Dasun had already reminded him earlier that Timur was not pure in mind, he only surrendered to Daming on the surface, but in fact he was secretly harboring evil intentions.

Zhu Yuanzhang said he knew it verbally, but he didn't care much in his heart. After all, as far as the whole West is concerned, Timur gave him enough face as the founding emperor, calling himself a minister and expressing his submission.

In fact, even if Timur was unwilling to surrender, Zhu Yuanzhang didn't have much to do with it, but the nature of the detention of the Ming envoy was completely different.

He also declared war on the Ming Dynasty. He really didn't know what to say. This feeling of trust feeding the dog made Zhu Yuanzhang really furious.

While roaring, all the courtiers in Fengtian Palace were trembling with fright, fearing that His Majesty would kill people and sacrifice the flag at this time.

Only Zhu Ying remained expressionless, and there was even a bit of joy in the depths of her eyes.

Seeing that the old man who was originally depressed is now in good spirits, Zhu Ying is of course happy in his heart, otherwise he will not remember how much burden it has caused on the old man's body if he continues with his original appearance.

Well now, basically one thing can be said to be slowed down.

As for Timur's matter, Zhu Ying really didn't care much about it. Detaining an envoy would just embarrass Daming, and if he wanted to go to war, it would be even more impossible.

If two big countries want to go to war, the first thing they will face is the problem of distance.

Judging from the map, the territories of the Western Regions and Timur are connected, and it seems that they can really fight.

In fact, the part that is connected, whether it is Daming or Timur, is a marginal area, and most of them are deserts. It is only in name that the two countries border.

No matter whose army wants to cross this place, the first thing they will face is a long march, the loss of the desert, and no later supplies at all.

Even if there is enough food, if the number of troops is small, how can the national war be started.

The war between the two countries started with at least 50 troops, and the supply of food and grass for the 50 troops was such a huge scale that if the front could not successfully capture the city, it would most likely be destroyed.

Who can take such a big risk.

So this battle is hard to say.

Timur was just being arrogant.

At this moment, Ru Yu, Shangshu of the Ministry of War, stood up and said, "Your Majesty, I have something to say."

Zhu Yuanzhang was just angry, and said indifferently: "Say."

Seeing Ru Yu step forward, the officials behind were all sweating for him.

At this time, keeping silent is the best choice. You must understand the truth that disaster comes from your mouth. If you don't say a word, or it doesn't match His Majesty's intentions.

Not to mention being on the top of Wusha, even this Qingqing might lose her life.

Ru Yu's face was calm, she didn't mean to panic at all, after bowing, she said: "I want to report to Your Majesty, this Tie Mu'er's ambition is to make me lose face and get rid of my status as a minister of my Great Ming."

"It is precisely this kind of behavior that makes my ministers feel that he is a stern man and a pure barbarian. If there is a civilized country, how can there be any talk of detaining envoys? Not only our Central Plains dynasty, but also countless big countries in the world, all of them are not beheaded. Make it regular, this Tie Mu'er is breaking the rules of the world."

"Siwo Daming is very different from Timur. If you go with a large army, it will be difficult to supply logistics, and there will be a lot of changes."

"I heard about the grasslands. The Golden Horde Khanate, sealed by the descendants of Genghis Khan, was being invaded by Timur. Therefore, I suggested sending envoys to the grasslands to contact Beiyuan, Oala, the Golden Horde, and even Eastern Chaga. The monarch of the Taiwan Khanate, in the name of our Ming Dynasty, jointly launched a conquest against Timur."

After finishing speaking, Minister of the Ministry of War Ru Yu bowed deeply, expressing that he had finished speaking.

Zhu Ying, who was standing on the Golden Luan Hall, looked sideways at these remarks.

Sure enough, to be able to hold the position of Shangshu, especially the current Shangshu of the Ministry of War, is indispensable in all aspects of his own knowledge, and has a very long-term vision.

In fact, Zhu Ying didn't think so much about Timur.

Of course, it is impossible to say that the envoys of the Ming Dynasty were left to suffer there.

After getting the news, Zhu Ying prepared to send a letter to the Qunying Chamber of Commerce to contact Pi'erma Heima through the previous channels.

It's not very good to detain envoys. Pi'erma Heima is currently quite famous in Samarkand, and he is also very valued by Timur.

Just take a message, even if the envoy of Ming Dynasty will not be released, at least his life will be saved.

However, this suggestion by Minister of the Ministry of War, Ruyu, is to unite vertically and horizontally in the name of a big country, which puts great pressure on Timur's eastern border.

No matter how good Timur is, he would never say that he would fight against the Golden Horde Khanate, Eastern Chagatai Khanate, Oara, and the four former Mongolian kingdoms of the Northern Yuan Dynasty.

You must know that although there are differences between the five major kingdoms of Genghis Khan, in terms of territory, the difference is really not that big.

It is true that Timur is the strongest now, but thinking about facing the four major Khanates, the pressure in his heart is completely different.

Not to mention that there is Daming behind to adjust all parties.

To the west of Timur, there is still the Ottoman Empire, which is currently extremely powerful.

It takes courage to start a war across the territory.

This move by Minister of the Ministry of War, Ru Yu, can be said to directly hit the snake seven inches.

"Okay, good idea."

Zhu Yuanzhang couldn't help but his eyes lit up, and he immediately understood Ru Yuan's thoughts, and immediately gave his approval.

Wei Wei thought for a while and said: "The grandson has always been familiar with the affairs on the grassland. Regarding the selection of candidates and strategies, this time the grandson and the minister of the Ministry of War, Ru Xuan, will be in charge."

To be honest, in fact, the courtiers of Daming are completely unfamiliar with the grassland and even Timur in the distance.

Genghis Khan's five great khanates only know one name.

In the past two years, Zhu Ying kept publishing some customs and customs outside of the Ming Dynasty on the Jingshi Mansion Newspaper, which made many people understand.

In terms of popularizing world knowledge, Zhu Ying can be said to have spared no effort.

Only in this way can more people become interested in overseas, thus warming up the future external expansion.

After all, Daming is a country of civility and etiquette, and barbarians like Timur cannot do it. Blindly using the status of emperor to order the Ming army to go to war will easily make the internal reputation worse, which will lead to national turmoil and passive fighting.

The simple layout is related to the morale of the whole country.

Just like today's Ru Yu, if she didn't have enough understanding of the grassland, she wouldn't be able to say such a thing.

It was Ru Yu's words today that made Zhu Ying realize a problem.

Prior to this, he had never taken the courtiers of the Ming Dynasty seriously in his heart, thinking that they were just people who had nothing to eat. After reading the Four Books and Five Classics imperial examinations, their knowledge was greatly limited, and they were best at engaging in internal affairs. struggle.

It was only then that I discovered that they actually have very high IQs. As long as they are well guided, they are also very powerful in engaging in external struggles.

After the court meeting, in the Huagai Palace.

Zhu Ying said with a smile; "What Ru Shangshu said today really impressed me. I didn't expect Ru Shangshu to have such profound insights on diplomacy."

Ru Yu hastily made a bow: "I just had an inspiration by accident, so I can't deserve the praise of His Royal Highness."

At this time, Ru Xun suddenly felt very regretful in her heart.

He didn't pay attention to it before, but now he thought of a problem, which was related to the candidates for the mission to the grassland.

If His Royal Highness thinks that it is best to go by himself, then he is really digging a hole for himself.

He is already close to the age of destiny, if he travels for a long time, half of his old life will be lost.

Sure enough, Zhu Ying immediately asked; "As for candidates to go to various forces, does Shangshu Ru have any recommendations?"

"People who go here must have an understanding of the forces of all parties, at least be able to speak eloquently. The Beiyuan side is much more relaxed. I think there will be no problems. The Golden Horde and the Eastern Chagatai Khanate To be invaded by Timur for a long time is also a wish."

"The only thing that is the most troublesome is Wala. It lives in the depths of the grassland and occupies an important position. If you can't persuade it to make trouble behind it, Ru Shangshu's plan may be a waste of nothing."

After all, after spending many years in the Western Regions, Zhu Ying was very clear about all aspects of the grassland, and could analyze the matter in a few words.

It's a pity that Ru Yu's back was sweating at this time.

Why did he listen to the meaning in His Highness Taisun's words, it was clear that he wanted to let himself pass.

If His Royal Highness is really sure of himself, how can there be any excuses.

He hesitated in his heart, should he take command directly, or wait for His Royal Highness to speak first?
If he is directly in command, he will definitely win the favor of His Royal Highness the Grandson.

With a hard heart, Ru Xun was ready to speak.

It was Zhu Ying who spoke first.

"As for Wala, I really still have a candidate in my heart." Zhu Ying said with some hesitation in his tone.

Speaking of combining vertical and horizontal, who can have a black-clothed prime minister in history, Yao Guangxiao is so proficient.

It's just that Yao Guangxiao is currently serving as a national teacher in Goryeo. If he goes to Wala, he doesn't know if it will have any impact on Goryeo.

At this moment, Ru Yu let out a long sigh of relief.

In His Highness Taisun's words, it is obvious that he is not talking about himself, and it seems that he is adding drama to himself just now.

Subconsciously asked; "I don't know who His Royal Highness is talking about, do you know who?"

Zhu Yingdao: "I don't know if you understand, but the person I'm talking about is Master Daoyan, who once followed King Yan, and now the Guoshi of Gaoli."

Ru Yu was surprised and said, "It turned out to be him, His Highness Taisun really knows people with eyes."

Zhu Ying let out a light snort, "Is Ru Shangshu also familiar?"

Ru Yu nodded and said, "Naturally, I'm familiar with it. The ministers in the court should have more or less contact with each other."

"Master Daoyan is very well-known in Tianjie Temple. He is proficient in the classics of Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism. I have talked with him many times in depth, and I am impressed by his talent and learning."

Through these words, Zhu Ying finally realized Yao Guangxiao's abilities.

Fortunately, I was the first to attack him and let him leave Zhu Di's side, otherwise he might still be in a fight now.

No wonder he can be called the prime minister in black. He probably has a very strong network of contacts in the capital. Even when a minister like Ru Yu mentions him, he can't help but have a bit of admiration on his face.

As the saying goes, there are three teachings and nine teachings. If you are familiar with these three teachings, is the nine teachings still far away?

In history, Zhu Di was able to obtain the throne smoothly, but Yao Guangxiao's contribution in secret is probably incalculable. No wonder he has the title of Jingnan's number one hero.

"Okay, since Shangshu Ru also thinks there is no problem, then let Daoyan be in charge of the Oala affairs. As for the other candidates, if you have the skills, Shangshu Ru, you can directly recommend them." Zhu Ying said.

Ru Yu, on the other hand, was a little worried and said, "Daoyan is now the teacher of the Goryeo State, so I'm afraid he won't be too willing to go to Wala as an envoy."

Ru Yu didn't know about the incident between Daoyan and Zhu Ying, nor did she know the current situation in Korea. It's normal to have this doubt.

After all, Human Dao Yandu is already the teacher of the Goryeo State, even though he is the grandson of the Ming Dynasty, it is not enough to make him run around with a single word.

Zhu Ying smiled nonchalantly: "It's okay, I'm also very familiar with Dao Yan, after he gets the news, he will definitely go."

Regarding Yao Guangxiao's character, Zhu Ying didn't know anything about it, but she could clearly confirm that the greed for power had nothing to do with Yao Guangxiao.

In history, Yao Guangxiao retired after helping Zhu Di seize the throne.

All the rewarded gold was distributed to the clan and villagers, who wore court clothes and monk clothes, and refused to return to vulgarity arranged by Zhu Di.

What kind of luxurious mansion, all the beautiful maids are not wanted, and they still live in the temple and live a life of simple food and drink.

How could such a person be greedy for the power of the little Koryo national teacher.

Being able to display his own ambitions is what Yao Guangxiao is most interested in.