Rebirth of Zhu Di's son

Chapter 143 Zhu Di’s plan to change the title

Kunning Palace.

In the Queen's study.

Empress Xu and Zhu Gaoxu were sitting on both sides of the tea table, still talking.

"Since mother doesn't believe it, then just lie like a child."

Zhu Gaoxu didn't want to argue with Queen Xu, so he changed the subject and said, "Mother, let's not talk about the products produced by Mo Qiaosi, but only the silk brocade used by our royal family."

"How to say?"

Queen Xu found that her thinking was not keeping up with Zhu Gaoxu, so she had to ask.

Zhu Gaoxu pointed to the brocade on his chest and said, "Mom, what do you think of the silk brocade used to make the brocade?"

"Most of the silk brocades used by us come from Suzhou, Hangzhou, Songjiang and other places within Zhili territory, but they are completely different from the silk brocades from other places."

Queen Xu has been studying various silk fabrics during this period. When it comes to the silk brocade used by the royal family, she can be said to be very knowledgeable.

"Our silk brocades use exquisite materials, fine weaving, exquisite patterns, gorgeous brocade patterns, and elegant styles. They not only inherit the excellence of brocades from past generations, but also integrate the experience of various other silk weaving techniques. It is no exaggeration to say that it has become It has reached the pinnacle of silk weaving craftsmanship, and it is no exaggeration to call it the 'Crown of Brocades'."

Zhu Gaoxu knew that in later generations, Nanjing Yunjin represented the highest achievement of Chinese silk weaving technology, concentrated the essence of Chinese silk weaving technology, and was the brilliant crystallization of Chinese silk culture.

Historically, the term Nanjing Yunjin did not exist during the Ming Dynasty. The satin that entered the royal family at that time was called Kujin, Kudan and Zhuanghua.

The word Yunjin comes from the "Yunjin Weaving Institute" in Nanjing during the Daoguang period of the Qing Dynasty. Commodity production began in the late Qing Dynasty, and the name "Yunjin" came into being in the industry. The earliest written record comes from the "Business Semi-monthly" in Nanjing during the Republic of China.

Because of its exquisite materials, fine weavers, and elegant and rich patterns and colors, it is as magnificent as clouds in the sky. It is rich and luxurious and gorgeous as clouds, so it is called "Yunjin". Because it is only produced in Nanjing, it is called "Nanjing Yunjin". .

"Mother, there was Shu brocade in ancient times, Song brocade and Tong brocade (Zhuang brocade) in the Song Dynasty. They are all famous brocades with a long history and are well-known in China."

Zhu Gaoxu spoke eloquently: "The brocade we use today not only inherits the excellence of brocades from past dynasties, but also incorporates the experience of various other silk weaving techniques. The color is bright and brilliant, as beautiful as clouds in the sky. Why can't we call it Yunjin?" ?”

"Do you want to name the royal brocade Yun Brocade to promote it nationwide and overseas?"

Empress Xu heard the implication of Zhu Gaoxu's words and couldn't help but exclaimed.

"Not bad! Jiangning Weaving Bureau has now used new textile machines. Although Yunjin weaving is not easy, there are tens of thousands of weavers. In just one month, it is enough to weave several hundred thousand yuan to supply Zheng He's overseas trade. Definitely more than enough.”

Zhu Gaoxu said in an excited tone: "Mom, my child was inspired by your brocade weaving, and decided to ask Jiangning, Suzhou, and Hangzhou Weaving Bureaus to purchase Yun brocade from the surrounding people."

Not long after the founding of the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Yuanzhang appointed one of the weaving eunuchs in Beijing, one in Suzhou, and one in Hangzhou to take charge of the weaving of imperial clothes and other matters.

The weaving eunuch, the admiral of the capital, was in charge of the Jiangning Weaving Bureau in Jiangning County, Yingtian Prefecture.

"This method is good. There are many people like Master Luo who are good at brocade weaving. In this way, the silk items Zheng He needs will be available."

Queen Xu said happily.

"Yes, so for the concubines in the harem to learn brocade weaving is the icing on the cake." Zhu Gaoxu continued.

After a pause, he suddenly stood up, walked to Queen Xu, knelt on his knees, lowered his head and choked with sobs: "Mom, I know I can't persuade you. I just ask you not to be too tired, and you must pay attention to your health. "

"Don't worry, Mom is not stupid. For the sake of our eldest grandson Que'er, Mom will also take care of her health!"

Empress Xu gently touched Zhu Gaoxu's forehead, tears of emotion welled up in her eyes, and she said happily: "Get up quickly."

Two hours later.

Hall of Martial Arts.

After Zhu Di returned to the palace from Tianjie Temple, he immediately sent someone to call Zhu Gaoxu and asked him to go to Wuying Hall to discuss matters.

"The child pays respects to the father."

"Excuse me, sit down and talk."

Zhu Di looked sideways at Li Xing at the entrance of the palace and said, "You all, step back."

Li Xing wisely closed the palace door and led the servants to retreat.

"Your fifth uncle hopes that I will give him two years of grace. After the "Compendium of Materia Medica for Relief from Famine" is completed, he can go to sea to found the country."

Zhu Di said straight to the point: "Do you think it is allowed or not?"

"Of course I won't allow it." Zhu Gaoxu said without hesitation.

Zhu Di said, "Why?"

Zhu Gaoxu said: "If you allow him, what will happen if the Sixth Uncle, Thirteenth Uncle and others find an excuse to ask Dad for a two-year grace period?"

"Haha!" Zhu Di laughed loudly, and then said: "I thought the same way, and this is how I answered your fifth uncle!"

After a pause, the smile on his face gradually disappeared, and a trace of sadness appeared in his eyebrows: "If you force your fifth uncle to go abroad, I'm afraid it will chill your fifth uncle's heart and damage the brotherhood between me and him. .”

"Besides, his compilation of "Herbal for Famine Relief" is beneficial to the country and the people. Logically speaking, I should give him a few years of grace until he completes the book."

"And as the fifth child, if he doesn't go to sea to build the country, how can the thirteenth, seventeenth and others be willing to go to sea?"

Zhu Gaoxu then said: "Dad, according to the first draft of the "Regulations on Suspensions and Vassals", the autonomy of the Ming vassal states is not small. Although the imperial court has strict control over the military and other aspects of each vassal state, in fact each vassal state still has great autonomy. It is impossible for Uncle Dai Wang, Uncle Ning and others not to be tempted by power."

"That being said, it is always difficult to go to sea to build a country. Without one or twenty years of experience, it is impossible to become a vassal king who truly holds great power, has elite soldiers and generals, and is a lonely king." Zhu Di said.

What he was talking about was the biggest worry in the hearts of the feudal kings.

The kings are not afraid of going to sea. After all, the Ming Dynasty's ships cover thousands of miles and are extremely capable of withstanding wind and waves, so they can travel far and wide.

But the kings were afraid that before their vassal state was established, they would be poisoned or die of illness halfway through.

In the minds of today's Chinese people, overseas countries are always barbarian lands, and the Ming Dynasty is the kingdom of heaven.

"Dad, what you mean is that as long as the fifth uncle agrees to go to sea, the change of the feudal vassals can be carried out smoothly?"

Zhu Gaoxu thought for a moment and then asked.

Zhu Di nodded and said: "That's exactly the reason."

"Haier thinks it's not difficult to convince Uncle Wu to go to sea." Zhu Gaoxu continued.Zhu Di asked: "What can you do?"

Zhu Gaoxu replied: "Uncle Zhun Wu took three guards, many doctors, and various plant samples and seeds to establish the Zhou Kingdom overseas."

"Haha." Zhu Di chuckled first, and then said: "I'm afraid this won't work."

Zhu Gaoxu added: "After the Zhou Kingdom is stabilized, my father issued a decree and ordered the fifth uncle's second son, third son, and fourth son to assist the prince of Zhou in managing the affairs of the vassal state. How about asking the fifth uncle to return to the country to continue compiling "Herbal for Relief of Famines"?"

Zhu Di's eyes lit up and he said: "This method is good!"

He then thought about it, stared at Zhu Gaoxu and said, "If your fifth uncle asks, how can the Zhou Kingdom be considered stable? What should I do?"

Zhu Gaoxu said: "It's enough to repair the capital."

Zhu Di stroked his palm and said, "Wonderful!"

Then, he looked at Zhu Gaoxu with doubtful eyes and asked, "Did you already expect that the kings would not go to sea to build their country honestly?"

"My child has been resting recently since he fainted last time. He is also idle, so he has thought about some things in case of emergencies, so that he can take care of his father's worries." Zhu Gaoxu replied respectfully.

Zhu Di nodded and couldn't help but sigh in his heart: "How lucky you are to have a son like this!"

He knew that changing the titles of kings to establish kingdoms overseas would need to be implemented in stages, but Zhu Gaoxu had a far-sighted vision and a very strategic vision.

Therefore, Zhu Di then told Zhu Gaoxu about his plan to change the feudal vassals.

The change of titles to kings was carried out in three stages.

The first stage was completed five years ago in Yongle, and the six kings were renamed.

Mainly, the two stronger kings among the kings, namely Zhou Wang Zhu Zhu and Chu Wang Zhu Zhen, as well as the two thorns, namely Dai Wang Zhu Gui and Ning Wang Zhu Quan, were re-confessed.

At the same time, military arrangements must be made against the nomadic tribes such as the Tatars and Oaras in the north, paving the way for the Ming Dynasty to completely eliminate threats from the northern grasslands in the future.

Therefore, Zhu Di planned to transfer King Zhu Mo of Shen and King Zhu Song of Han to the northeastern Nurgan region near the Whale Sea to establish the Kingdom of Shen and South Korea, and use the country system to absorb and educate the wild people in the forest to become subjects of the Ming Dynasty, thereby cutting off the grassland. The tribe captured savages from the mountains and forests of the northeast and used them as slaves.

The specific location of South Korea and Shen is the vast black land east of the Mangge River (Amur River) and the Asov River (Ussuri River).

Although the winter there is cold, because it faces the Whale Sea to the east, it has a temperate monsoon climate. The summer is hot, humid and rainy. The average temperature in June and July is 38 degrees, and the maximum temperature can reach [-] degrees.

Moreover, there is a large amount of wasteland that can be reclaimed into farmland, or new cities can be built based on the mountains and rivers or the city ruins of the Liao and Jin Dynasties.

In this way, Han and Shen will be facing Liaodong to the south, which will benefit trade, and facing the Whale Sea to the east, which will also be convenient for navigation.

Moreover, the Asov River is wide and deep, with stable water flow, which is convenient for shipping and has good conditions for river-sea combined transportation.

In the second stage, based on the Ming Dynasty's overseas development, seven more princes were entrusted to go out to found the country, which was completed probably before the tenth year of Yongle.

The specific seven kings are Shu King Zhu Chun, Jin King Zhu Bai (formerly King of Xiang), Su King Zhu Xi (yang), Liao King Zhu Zhi, Qing King Zhu Zhu (zhan), Min King Zhu Chu (pian), and Valley King Zhu Su.

Zhu Di plans to build an imperial academy in the imperial city soon, specifically to train princes, princes and other clans in Beijing to govern the country and lead troops in conquering cities and territories, in order to prepare for the future change of feudal status and the establishment of a country overseas.

The young sons of each vassal prince, that is, the grandson of Emperor Taizu, also all entered the primary school in the academy.

In the third stage, which is the last stage, Zhu Di planned to complete the strategy of recovering the Western Regions with the help of sharp firearms before the 15th year of Yongle, establish prefectures and counties, destroy the Timur Kingdom, and push the Ming military power to West of the Western Region.

Then the remaining six kings, including Qin King Zhu Shangbing (second term), Lu King Zhu Zhaohui (second term), An King Zhu Ying, Tang King Zhu Huan (jing), Ying King Zhu Dong, and Yi Wang Zhu (yi), were transferred to the west of the Western Regions.

By then, the last batch of six princes to be transferred abroad, the youngest King of Lu, Zhu Zhaohui, will be 24 or [-] years old. It is the time to be high-spirited and make achievements.

"Where do you plan to transfer your fifth uncle, sixth uncle, thirteenth uncle, and seventeenth uncle to build a country?"

After hearing Zhu Di's general plan, Zhu Gaoxu was more concerned about the new fiefdoms of the four kings of Zhou, Chu, Dai and Ning, so he asked.

"Java (Island of Java) and Borneo are vast territories. Let alone your sixth and fifth uncles, even if I grant you a few more royal uncles to establish the country, it will be more than enough."

Zhu Di picked up the tea cup and took a sip of tea, and said calmly: "As for your thirteenth uncle and seventeenth uncle, don't you like riding horses? I plan to transfer them to the southeastern coast of the Peacock Peninsula to find a place to found a country. "

In June last year, the commander-in-chief He Fu led the navy to destroy the Majapahit Kingdom. Zhu Di heard that the place occupied by the Majapahit Kingdom was called Java Island, so he named it Java Island.

This is meant to correspond to Borneo.

Although Java is an island, its territory is not small. He Fu, who was named Ningyuan Marquis for his meritorious service, had to leave thousands of elite soldiers to guard it to prevent the enemy barbarians who fled overseas from attacking again.

"Dad, are you planning to change your sixth uncle's title to Java, and your fifth uncle's title to Borneo?"

What Zhu Di just said was rather general, so Zhu Gaoxu had to ask again.

"The three guards under your uncle's command are all elite soldiers and strong generals. It is appropriate for him to go to Java." Zhu Di nodded.

Zhu Gaoxu continued: "It will take about a few months to go from Borneo to Quanzhou, Fujian by boat, if the wind is favorable. In the future, my fifth uncle would like to return to China to compile medical books, so it is not too far to go by sea."

He changed the topic and said with a worried look on his face: "Dad, I am worried that Uncle Thirteen and Uncle Seventeen will kill too much on the Peacock Peninsula, which will affect the Ming Dynasty's reputation overseas."

"In order to avoid this happening, I plan to wait for Zheng He's return voyage and send a fleet to send your fifth and sixth uncles to Nanyang, and then transfer your title to your thirteenth and seventeenth uncles to go to the southeastern coast of the Peacock Peninsula to establish a country. , we will discuss it after seeing the map of the Peacock Peninsula brought back by Zheng He."

Zhu Di had already considered this kind of thing, so when he heard Zhu Gaoxu's question, he immediately revealed his plan.

Zhu Gaoxu added: "My father previously announced that he was going to entrust heroes with different surnames to go overseas to build a country. My uncle (Xu Zengshou) has asked my son about this many times."

"I originally planned that if the kings were unwilling to go to sea, I would first entrust a distinguished minister with a different surname to go overseas to establish a country. Unexpectedly, things went smoothly, so the matter of entrusting a distinguished minister with a different surname will be discussed later."

Zhu Di said matter-of-factly.

Zhu Gaoxu said, "Since my father has spoken out, I think it would be better to ennoble an honorable minister with a different surname."

"Why?" Zhu Di asked.

"During the Zong Zhou Dynasty, there were five levels of vassal states, namely, duchies, lord states, uncle states, sub-states, and male states. Among them, the larger principalities had the land of several counties, while the smaller ones were no more than the land of a township."

Zhu Gaoxu felt that Zhu Di's mood had changed, and hurriedly replied: "My father suggested that I issue an edict to restore Zong Zhou's fifth rank, and take the opportunity to enfeoff an honorable minister with a different surname to establish a vassal state outside China. In this way, I can kill three birds with one stone." '."

After Zhu Di heard what Zhu Gaoxu said, a smile instantly appeared on his face and said: "What a kill with three birds with one stone!"

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