Ming Dynasty: He was ordered to give lectures in prison, but Lao Zhu eavesdropped and made people nu

Chapter 172 Protecting the First Island Chain of Ming Dynasty
"That's right!"

Lin Che gave Zhu Xi a thumbs up and said with a smile:

"Including the Japanese kingdom, there are waterways suitable for navigation near this series of islands."

"If the Ming Dynasty can occupy all these islands, a protective island chain can be formed outside the Ming Dynasty!"

"All ships that want to go to our Ming Dynasty must pass through the checkpoints of these island chains and check that they have no intention of harming our Ming Dynasty before they are qualified to continue their journey!"

The island map drawn by Lin Che was the first island chain that the beautiful country used to block China in later generations.

To break through this chain, China paid a huge price.

But it also proves from the side that if you can control this island chain in your own hands.

If the outside world wants to break through the island chain's defenses, it may have to pay an even more unacceptable price.

If the Ming Dynasty could advance, many of these islands with only sporadic indigenous people would be conquered.

All were arranged to be sent to the Ming Dynasty's guardhouse and navy.

Then in the future, the Europa fleet will want to do business in the Ming Dynasty.

Disarm yourself first.

Zhu Xi stared at the simple diagram of the first island chain drawn by Lin Che without blinking.

Eyeballs are popping out.

Although he knew nothing about maritime military knowledge.

But there are some things in the military that have the same purpose.

Like something surrounded by mountains.

It's like the only important place at the foot of the mountain with a few entrances and exits.

The island designated by Lin Che.

Just like the mountains surrounding the Daming Sea.

It is a battleground for top-notch military strategists.

Zhu Ping's eyes flashed with excited greed. He slapped the table and said:
"If Ming Dynasty can capture these islands, wouldn't it be like a string of guardian islands?"

……

Zhu Xi was not the only one who was excited.

Zhu Yuanzhang eavesdropped next door.

His heartbeat couldn't help but speed up a bit in response to Lin Che's words.

The military significance of the first island chain to the Ming Dynasty, such as the role it can play.

Among the three father and son, Zhu Yuanzhang was the one he knew best.

If only we could add an unsinkable pass in front of the Ming Dynasty's maritime territory.

No matter what kind of pirates or barbarians he might have in the future, it would be difficult for them to reach the mainland of the Ming Dynasty.

Zhu Yuanzhang showed a proud smile to Zhu Biao and asked:
"Boss, do you understand what Mr. Lin means by the island chain?"

Zhu Biao just wanted to persuade Zhu Yuanzhang to change his mind about conquering Japan.

Not only did he not succeed, he was tricked by his father.

Zhu Shiran wanted to delay for a while before admonishing Zhu Yuanzhang.

Unexpectedly, Lin Che proposed the idea of ​​the first island chain.

Even if Zhu Biao has no military knowledge.

We also know that there is a circle of islands guarding the periphery of the Ming Dynasty, how beneficial it is to the Ming Dynasty.

So, he stopped the brush in his hand, lowered his head to Zhu Yuanzhang and admitted his mistake:

"My father is far-sighted. Before Mr. Lin could say anything, he already knew the importance of Japan to our Ming Dynasty. Please forgive me for my short-sightedness."

Zhu Yuanzhang raised his eyebrows when he heard this.

His words about how big he was sounded like he was praising others.

But if you think about it carefully, there is something strange about it.

Zhu Yuanzhang's mind was full of thoughts for a while.

The thought of listening to Lin Che's lecture in person came to mind again.

"In general, whether it is expanding outwards or establishing a defensive island chain."

"They are all things that must be done to consolidate the power of the Ming Dynasty."

In the hall, Lin Che finished the course summary leisurely.

Then, he waved his hand towards Zhu Xi and said:
"That's it for today's class. The homework is still the same question as before. I hope you can figure out the answer before the next class." Zhu Fang was still thinking about the biggest weakness of the Mobei Tatars.

There are four remaining island chains, where are they?

However, seeing Lin Che put down the wine glass and chopsticks, she wanted to rest.

Zhu Xi had no choice but to leave the mansion.

……

afternoon.

The palace, the imperial study.

Zhu Yuanzhang sat on the dragon chair, and the black-faced listener sat aside as Queen Ma narrated.

"The fourth child is crazy. Why doesn't he agree to this marriage?"

"How come our old Zhu family produces such unworthy descendants?"

"This matter is not his fault. The marriage with the Xu family must be concluded, otherwise we will not be able to see Tiande in the future."

"And Miao Yun, what's wrong with her? She can read and write, and is also diligent and thrifty at home. Where can I find such a daughter-in-law?"

"No, it's not up to the fourth child to mess around in this matter. He doesn't have any say."

"If he continues to be like this, we will send him to prison to reflect like a second child!"

After Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, he vented his anger.

Queen Ma looked helpless. Her second son had just been released from prison, and now her fourth son was causing trouble at home again.

She had the same headache as Zhu Yuanzhang.

Among his sons, the second and fourth are the most troublesome.

Ever since he arranged the marriage with Xu Da in the palace last time, Zhu Di has been unwilling to do so.

As a mother, she couldn't persuade her, so she had to go to Zhu Yuanzhang to discuss it together.

Zhu Yuanzhang's attitude was very firm. If he didn't agree, he would suppress it with force and send him to prison to reflect.

Anyway, he has already said what he said. The emperor's golden words are true to his words, and he can't take them back.

"Chongba, I heard that Miaoyun didn't want this marriage either. She agreed in front of us in the first place because she wanted to protect her father's face."

"Since both children don't agree, why don't we discuss it with Tiande someday and see how to deal with it."

"It's not sweet to be strong. If these two children are both unloving, I don't want to. Living together is not an option. How about..."

Before Queen Ma could finish speaking, eunuch Liu He hurriedly walked in and reported:
"Captain Mao Xiang wants to see you."

Queen Ma quickly shut up. She knew that Mao Xiang's request for an audience at this time must be a military and national event.

This trivial matter at home is not worth mentioning in the face of national events.

What's more, she has always adhered to the creed of not interfering in political affairs in the harem.

Soon.

Mao Xiang quickly walked into the imperial study, knelt down on one knee in front of the imperial desk, and said respectfully:

"Captain Mao Xiang comes to see Your Majesty!"

"Meet the Empress!"

"Zhu Tianliang finally spoke, and the mastermind behind the scenes has been found out!"

heard.

Zhu Yuanzhang stood up excitedly and stared at Mao Xiang with an excited look on his face.

The murderer behind the assassination was finally found.

He can also give Mr. Lin an explanation.

"Report to Your Majesty!"

Before Zhu Yuanzhang could ask questions, Mao Xiang, who was kneeling on the ground, quickly reported:
"According to Zhu Tianliang's confession, the assassins were arranged by several of the marquis' children who were killed in court last time, but the man who instigated them and found their killers was named Liu Daxun, who is from Yangzhou."

"His father Liu Jian used to serve as a general magistrate in Yangzhou Prefecture. In the Yangzhou fraud case, he was skinned by His Majesty for colluding with the prefect Qian Weikang..."

"My subordinates have already investigated. This man named Liu Daxun and Mr. Lin have not interacted before. They are completely resentful of His Majesty..."

"Liu Daxun?"

Zhu Yuanzhang bypassed the imperial case and walked back and forth in the imperial study, thinking about this matter in his mind.

He had no impression of Liu Jian, the general judge of Yangzhou.

In the Yangzhou official fraud case, hundreds of officials were killed. It was impossible for a small trial to take him to heart.

(End of this chapter)