Daming: Spoilers about the future, Zhu Yuanzhang collapsed

"It's time to take action and deal with those gentry in Jiangnan!"

In the Wuying Hall, Zhu Yuanzhang spoke with a cold look in his eyes.

Before, he was in a state of anxiety, had no appetite, and was unable to take time to do some things.

But now, there is good news.

His good son-in-law did not disappoint him. He and the fifth brother worked together to bring the family back to health.

He snatched Tiande back from the brink of death.

This put his worries to rest.

I feel that now is the time to start dealing with those gentry in Jiangnan.

Especially those involved in smuggling.

Those who violated his previous maritime ban order, colluded with those pirates, and ignored the ban must not be let off!

Originally, Zhu Yuanzhang had already asked someone to inform them of the situation and let them know a little.

Tell them that he is going to re-establish the Maritime Customs Office and ask them to cooperate with each other.

The conditions he offered were quite good, and he didn't really intend to kill them all.

No benefits at all.

After all, when her good son-in-law Han Cheng told her about the re-establishment of the Maritime Customs, he also told her about the fourth son's grand voyages to the West during the Yongle Dynasty, and why the country came to an end after the fourth son's death.

It was soon stopped.

As for the fourth one, the imperial court did make a lot of money when Zheng He sailed to the West.

However, the only people who made money were the imperial court, not anyone else.

This means that the imperial court had the sole sway in this matter.

There is nothing wrong with the imperial court having all the power, but this also means that this situation is doomed to not last long.

It is easy for the government to collapse with the death of the leader.

If the fourth brother had not only made money for the court when he went to the West, but also brought in many people from the common people and gave them some soup to drink,

Let them make money from it just like the imperial court.

And it can bring more and more people in.

Under such circumstances, it would not be so easy to stop the voyage to the West as soon as the fourth brother's death.

Because this has formed a very large interest group.

Those interest groups, in order to maintain their interests.

They will definitely try their best to do all kinds of things to fight against those who try to destroy the Maritime Customs.

Only in this way can it last long.

In Han Cheng's words, what the Ming Dynasty sought was not just to make money from overseas.

What we should seek is a greater benefit.

In this situation, it would not work if only the official forces of the court were allowed to participate.

Although it looks strong, it is still not enough compared with the numerous grassroots forces.

This matter can only last long if it is carried out simultaneously by the government and many people at the local level, with the government taking the lead and involving many people from the private sector to share the benefits.

In the future, the Ming Dynasty will develop overseas and continue to draw strength from overseas.

We must bring light and warmth to the many wild and exotic places overseas.

Let them feel the glory of the Celestial Empire.

Then this matter requires more and more people to participate in it.

Only in this way can we earn as much profit as possible.

At the beginning, don't worry too much about the gains and losses.

Only by making this pot of rice bigger can the court benefit better.

First of all, the imperial court could collect numerous commercial taxes through the Maritime Customs.

The second are those who have made so much money overseas.

It doesn’t matter if the money didn’t reach the court in the beginning.

As long as it can be brought back to Ming Dynasty, it will be the overall wealth of Ming Dynasty.

These people still cost money.

As long as it is spent, a portion of it will definitely fall into the hands of the court and participate in social circulation.

This is the best meaning, so this matter is accomplished...

It was also because Zhu Yuanzhang listened to what Han Cheng said to him.

That's why I changed my mind.

At the beginning, he was still prepared to adopt some relatively gentle means.

Let those wealthy families in the south of the Yangtze River who had previously participated in smuggling accept the management of the court and obey the coordination of the newly established Maritime Customs Office.

The conditions given are pretty good.

For the time being, it certainly doesn't seem as much as the profits they make from smuggling.

But in the long run, as long as the business is well managed and expanded, it will definitely last longer than smuggling and bring in more profits.

But those bastards, every one of them treated the conditions they offered as bullshit!

No one cares at all!
He just said some very polite and official words.

Although some words were not said explicitly, one could still see their rejection and their disdain for the imperial court.

This made Zhu Yuanzhang extremely angry!
What kind of temper does Zhu Yuanzhang have? How could he tolerate these people all the time?
He has always kept it in his heart!
And he also knew what these people relied on.

The first is those pirates outside.

He felt that his Ming Dynasty navy had no way to deal with these people.

Secondly, they feel that they are numerous and powerful.

Moreover, it is located in the prosperous Jiangnan area, where the law does not punish the masses.

I don't dare to do anything to them.

Jiangnan is a very prosperous area. If we touch them, it will easily cause unrest in Jiangnan.

I can only say that these people had a really good idea.

I feel like they take themselves too seriously.

He also underestimated his own courage as an emperor!
They are just some wealthy families in Jiangnan.

No matter how important it is, how important can it be?
Moreover, at this time, their Ming navy had already eliminated their biggest reliance, the two pirate groups of Chen Fang, in one battle!
Under such circumstances, it is impossible for them to get the same treatment as before!
I used to be able to discuss things with them.

But they ignored it.

Now it's our turn, let's teach them a lesson!

Opportunities are something you have to fight for.

Since these bastards are so shameless, don't blame me for being rude to them!
These people, if we don't teach them a lesson, they really think they are so important!

This world belongs to the Ming Dynasty!
It is I who will be the emperor, not them!
The law does not punish everyone? This is a joke!
Am I the kind of person who can't do anything because there are too many people around?

During the Chongzhen period in the late Ming Dynasty, he also dealt with the wealthy families in Jiangnan!
The situation back then was much more serious than it is now.

During the late Ming Dynasty, the gentry in Jiangnan were more stubborn and rebellious than each other.

But what can we do in the end?
After a few blows with the knife, they soon became obedient.

And his own Ming Dynasty was generally stable.

The military strength of his Hongwu dynasty was far greater than that of the Chongzhen period in the late Ming Dynasty.

In this situation, if these people want to challenge and are ungrateful, then they are far from being worthy!

Thinking of this, Zhu Yuanzhang quickly called people over and gave orders, ordering people to mobilize troops directly to the south of the Yangtze River.

Since you don't accept the toast, you will have to drink a penalty drink!
Give them some color!
The reason for attacking these people was very simple. He had already obtained a lot of accounts from Chen Fang's two pirate groups.

This is the best evidence!

As long as you take these and arrest people door to door, you will definitely go no wrong!
Colluding with pirates and engaging in smuggling is a huge crime!
Beheading and killing an entire family is the most normal thing to do. No one should complain!

I think those people also knew that their Ming navy had won a great victory.

The news that all those pirates were dealt with in one fell swoop.

Those people should be quite panicked at this time.

They are already waiting for me to discuss with them and prepare to accept the conditions I have set before.
But...how is this possible? !
Day dreaming!
Once an opportunity is missed, it is missed. If you don’t accept a toast, you will have to drink a penalty drink!

……

Many merchants and wealthy businessmen in Jiangnan, especially those who are deeply involved in smuggling.

Everyone seemed rather panicked.

Of course, although I was panicking, I still had confidence.

They knew very well how powerful they were.

It can be said that the livelihoods of many people in Jiangnan are in their hands.

Each of them runs many workshops and businesses.

There are countless people working here.

Zhu Yuanzhang would never dare to do anything to them.

If you really dare to make some unwise moves, there will definitely be chaos in Jiangnan!

Even Zhu Yuanzhang could not bear this responsibility!
Don't want to see this happen!

With so many of them gathered together, their power is too strong.

What makes them sad now is that the good days before are gone forever.

You won’t earn as much in the future as you did before.

Although according to the conditions offered by Zhu Yuanzhang, these people could still make a lot of money.

It is far beyond what ordinary people can compare to.

But who wants to see their income suddenly reduced?

However, the situation forced him to do so, and even though he was not willing at all, he had already made preparations to accept Zhu Yuanzhang's conditions.

They felt that Zhu Yuanzhang would soon send someone to talk to them.

But surprisingly, after waiting for several days, no one came to talk about it.

This surprised many people, and some people felt panicked.

"Mr. Kuishi, this... this won't cause any trouble, right?
What is Old Man Zhu up to?

Or...should we be more proactive?

Take the initiative to contact Zhu Yuanzhang's people to discuss this matter and express our intentions. "

Some people couldn't help but look at the person in front of them and ask aloud.

"Don't worry, it's just a stretch.

He wants to leave us alone for some time so that we can lose our composure.

Then he can make better moves and control us.

Look, aren't you panicking now?

Hasn’t the effect that Zhu Yuanzhang wanted been achieved now?

Keep calm and don't panic.

No matter who wants to re-establish the Maritime Customs Office and do things in Jiangnan, they can't get around us!

This is the most critical period.

This is a game. Whoever loses patience first will be at a disadvantage!

If we lose this time, we will lose too much!
This is not just a little bit of benefit!

It's not just about us, it's also about our future generations!

You can't be cowardly or give in at this time.

You all have to keep calm.

We can just wait patiently. It won't be long before Old Man Zhu will send someone to talk about the matter. We don't need to worry at this time. He should be the one who is worried."

The man took a sip of tea, put it down, and spoke slowly, with a calm and confident voice.

The person who spoke was one of the most powerful people in Jiangnan.

It has always been very prestigious.

It is also one of the leaders in foreign smuggling.

After hearing what he said, everyone who came to ask for advice felt reassured.

I think what Kui Shigong said is absolutely right. This is the truth and this is exactly the case.

At this time, they really need to keep their composure, and what they are competing for is who has better self-control.

Whoever loses patience first will suffer a great loss!
And obviously, they are the ones who can keep calm the most.

Anyway, they all have money in their hands.

Moreover, all the industries they are involved in are truly related to thousands of households in Jiangnan.

If Zhu Yuanzhang dares to act recklessly, there will definitely be chaos in Jiangnan.

So I just waited patiently.

At this time, they need to show their abilities.

Let Zhu Yuanzhang know that even if he was the emperor, even if he had dealt with the pirates outside, it would not be so easy to capture them through the Maritime Customs.

The people who came here quickly reached a consensus and prepared to continue fighting with Zhu Yuanzhang.

I must let Zhu Yuanzhang know who owns the world in Jiangnan!
Then, four or five days later, suddenly, bad news came.

It is said that Zhu Yuanzhang directly mobilized a large number of troops and came to Jiangnan...

……

"Mr. Kuishi, this...what should we do now?
That old man Zhu is unreasonable and doesn't play by the rules!
A large number of troops were mobilized directly.

He is going to use force on us and won't reason with us!
Otherwise... hurry up and contact Old Man Zhu's people, and stop forcing yourself to do this.

Just get things done properly, that's all..."

Someone seemed a little worried and spoke while looking at Kuishi Gong.

With tension.

This Kuishi Gong had obviously received the corresponding news.

After hearing what these people said, he didn't speak immediately.

Instead, he slowly picked up the teacup and took a sip.

Then he said, "Don't panic. As I said before, don't lose your composure.

All the actions Zhu Yuanzhang took were just various tests.

It's like a dog showing its teeth on purpose and making its hair puff up to look scary.

They are still stretching us and putting some appropriate pressure on us, trying to get us to take the initiative to quote a price.

In this way, we will completely lose the initiative.

Don't worry, Zhu Yuanzhang is just trying to scare people.

We all know how capable we are!
Zhu Yuanzhang also had the same idea in his mind.

At this time, it depends on who has stronger concentration.

Whoever has stronger concentration and can keep calm will win.

Whoever loses patience will lose!

The fate of countless people in Jiangnan is in our hands.

Even if it was Zhu Yuanzhang, he wouldn't dare to do anything to us!
hold on!
Once he finds out that all his methods are no longer effective, he will talk to us properly.

When that time comes, it won’t be too late to negotiate terms.

Like him, wielding swords and clubs here, it doesn't look like he's having a conversation.

That's not how things are discussed.

There is no such rule.

As long as we can unite together, no one should be afraid.

Then the bargaining power in this matter is still in our hands.

As for Zhu Yuanzhang, no matter how much he wanted to, he didn't dare to actually bite him.

We will have to talk about this in detail later."

Originally, everyone was panicked by the news that the imperial court had sent a large army.

But now, after listening to what Kui Shigong said, they all felt reassured.

I think what Uncle Kui said really makes a lot of sense.

This is the fact. It’s not that they are arrogant, but they really have the ability.

All their guesses and judgments were based on strength.

None of these people could challenge Zhu Yuanzhang individually.

But if they unite tightly together and hold each other like a tight cabbage, even Zhu Yuanzhang will have to bow his head in front of them!
They were certain that Zhu Yuanzhang would not dare to act recklessly and would not dare to attack them.

After all, if this happens, the whole Jiangnan area will be in chaos!
The Ming Dynasty has finally settled down now.

How could he bear to let it mess up?
Especially in the most prosperous Jiangnan area.

So, stay calm, everything will be fine!

After these people reached a consensus, they soon felt relieved.

I don't think there will be any problems next.

Things will happen just as Kuishigong said.

Next, Zhu Yuanzhang might have some more tricks up his sleeve.

But as long as they can hold on, they will win in the end!
……

“These people are really arrogant and domineering!
The army has arrived here, but not a single person has stepped forward to surrender!

Still waiting there, how shameless do they think they are?"

Near Suzhou, Jin Wang Zhu Gang looked at Lan Yu, who was wearing armor, and said with a laugh.

Although he had a smile on his face, his expression was cold.

There was a hint of coldness and murderous intent in the voice.

This time, to deal with the Jiangnan area and set up the Maritime Customs, Zhu Yuanzhang directly appointed the third prince of Jin, Zhu Gang, as his general.

Let him be responsible.

Lan Yu and others served as deputies.

“Your Highness, these people have always been arrogant.

Just like the Jiangnan gentry during the Chongzhen period.

However, when it comes to their capabilities, they are not as capable as those in the late Ming Dynasty.

Those people are truly arrogant and powerful.

But...so what?

One knife cuts them, and they all become obedient!"

Lan Yu grinned, his voice full of murderous intent.

It was as if as soon as he opened his mouth, people could smell the blood.

After all, Lan Yu still has a say in this matter.

During the Chongzhen period, Zhu Yuanzhang was the general appointed by Lan Yu.

The main purpose was to let Lan Yu lead the troops to pacify the south of the Yangtze River.

There would be so many heads rolling and blood flowing like a river!
Those self-righteous people, as long as they bring a large army over and the knife really comes to their necks, they will quickly become cowardly!

I don’t dare to force it again!
The toughness of these people is based on the fact that the imperial court does not dare to really kill them.

But they were all wrong.

If it happened in other dynasties and when encountering other emperors, this idea of ​​not punishing everyone by law would be acceptable.

But now, they are facing a powerful emperor like His Majesty.

Under such circumstances, if you still dare to come up with such an idea, wouldn't that be like an old man hanging himself because he thinks his life is too long? !
After hearing what Lan Yu said, Zhu Gang laughed.

“Marquis Yongchang is absolutely right, these people just have too many good days.

Spoil them all!

Let them fail to recognize the reality and have no idea of ​​their own worth!
If that is the case, let them face reality!

Let’s start from Suzhou!”

After hearing what King Jin Zhu Gang said, Lan Yu smiled and left.

Jin Wang Zhu Gang also held the hilt of the sword at his waist...

Soon, a large number of soldiers and horses, organized into units of hundreds, quickly took action.

Just break into the door and get the person!

Treat him as an accomplice of pirates and collude with them!
While doing this, Zhu Gang also directly had some accounts published.

A list of arrests was drawn up.

Many of the gentry and wealthy families in Jiangnan are among them!
These people in Jiangnan live too well and are too rebellious!

Today, I have to come here and teach them how to behave!

Prince of Jin, Zhu Gang, came here this time with a lot of energy in his heart.

We must do this job beautifully.

It's not just because he knows that coming here brings a heavy responsibility.

At the same time, he also felt extremely angry about what these gentry and wealthy families in Jiangnan had done.

The more important point is because of when he took on this task.

My father told me clearly that he originally wanted the fourth son to do this matter, and he thought that the fourth son could do it well.

But the fourth guy went to the north because of the general's illness and was not around.

So I decided to make myself...

When Zhu Gang thought of what his father had said, he felt a sense of pent-up anger.

At that time, he signed a military order in front of his father.

He said he would be able to do this beautifully.

It is not just about dealing with these gentry.

We also need to get the Maritime Customs Office in good shape.

I will never let my father down and I will definitely do better than the fourth brother!
Under such circumstances, how could Zhu Gang hold back after arriving here?

Zhu Gang didn't know how happily his father laughed after he left.

The fox's tail can no longer be hidden...

On that day, Suzhou underwent tremendous changes!
Many powerful and influential people in the eyes of ordinary people suddenly fell into obscurity!
The elite imperial troops came to arrest him!

Anyone who dares to resist will be killed on the spot...

Many people were captured and many heads fell!
Many of those high and mighty men were dealt with in a very short time.

Many people were stunned and caught off guard by this move.

At the same time, everyone was filled with extreme disbelief.

This Zhu Yuanzhang...he actually dared to take action? !

Didn’t we agree that this was just bluffing to increase the stakes?
Is he really not afraid of the chaos in Jiangnan? !
……

"Mr. Kuishi! It's bad, Mr. Kuishi!
The imperial court's troops have begun arresting and killing people on a large scale!"

"Clap!"

Kuishi Gong was drinking tea slowly and confidently, but the teacup in his hand fell to the ground and broke into pieces... (End of this chapter)