Daming, originally wanted to destroy it, but the system came

Chapter 162 Do you want to force me to rebel?
This night, Shen Rong was exhausted.

In order to control the disease in the camp as soon as possible, he has been personally supervising the process of preparing the medicine without daring to slack off.

After all, this is a matter of life and death for more than 2000 people.

Having said that, although Zhu Xi chose a traditional Chinese medicine prescription, after all, it was a prescription produced by the system and directly prescribed by the system, so the medicine was not slow in its effects.

That very night, the most seriously ill group of people were much relieved.

As for those with the mildest condition, they can even get up and help take care of others.

Zhu Zhen also secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Finally, these tens of thousands of resources were not wasted.

Eighteen blood tests alone cost [-] resources, and prescribing medicine also required [-] resources. More importantly, a large amount of medicinal materials needed to be purchased later, and each item required resources.

On this night alone, Zhu Chu spent a total of [-] resources.

But the good news is that all the conditions have been alleviated. Let alone the outbreak of the plague, I am afraid that after dawn, Shen Rong can go to the city and buy a batch of medicine according to the prescription, and everyone can be completely cured.

This busy schedule turned into the next morning in the blink of an eye.

Many people were tired after a night of toil, and many people fell asleep on the spot.

On the contrary, Zhu Ming was still very energetic and pulled Shen Rong outside the camp.

"Mr. Shen, winter is coming, why is your place so simple? Don't let everyone freeze to death by then," Zhu Zhen frowned and looked at Shen Rong with a serious expression, wondering if he had enriched himself?

Shen Rong said quickly: "Your Highness, haven't we just settled them down? The main reason is that I want to let them enter the city in batches in a few days, and then settle them in Dali City. As you said, life outside the city is simple, I'm afraid It’s hard to survive this winter. Wait until next year, won’t you be preparing to open a school?”

Zhu Ming nodded.

Last year, he purchased a house in the city, with the blacksmith shop as the center and a circle of properties around it as his property.

Later, it was placed under Shen Rong's name along with the blacksmith shop.

Even though Shen Rong didn't hold any official position, Zhu Min still valued him very much and even called him sir to show respect.

After all, Shen Rong can make him money, and it's a lot of money.

You won't suffer any loss if you call him sir. Shen Rong is already 50 or 12 years old. He is only [-] years old, so he can just call him uncle.

This is a chicken that can lay golden eggs, and it is also a big golden chicken.

"Speaking of which, I also went to visit that farm last night," Zhu Zhen mentioned. It was the dozens of cattle and a similar number of donkeys that Shen Rong brought back from the Central Plains this time.

Although war horses are hard to find, donkeys are common.

It's just that a donkey cannot be used as a war horse, and a donkey has a stubborn temper and is not as durable as an old ox.

This is a very individual animal with no tricks at all. If you dare to kill me as the main character, I will kill you.

Therefore, donkeys were rarely used as the main force in plowing the land in ancient times.

Including Shen Rong, he just bought a batch and brought them back.

But at this time, Zhu Chu paid attention: "Speaking of which, do you know about mules?"

"Are you talking about mules or horses and mules?" Shen Rong was stunned, why did he mention this?

Mules first appeared in the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, so they are not unusual.

Seeing that Shen Rong knew about it, Zhu Min continued: "Horses are valuable and are often used in the military. Donkeys are too stubborn and difficult to spur. But mules are different. Mules have the endurance of donkeys and the strength of horses, and they are very good. Management and control can not only replace cattle plowing, but also facilitate the development of caravans."

With today's transportation technology, horses are in greater demand, and horse-drawn carriages are basically used to form caravans to conduct long-distance trade.

That’s why there is the term Tea Horse Road. Tea Horse Road mainly relies on the presence of horses to create a business road and use tea as the main commodity.

As Zhu Ming said, even he now needs a large number of war horses. If he wants to form a large-scale cavalry unit, horses are the top priority.

It's impossible to call a bunch of infantry cavalry, right?
But business development cannot stagnate.

So Zhu Chu gave Shen Rong an idea: "Why don't you try to raise a group of mules? The high-quality mules will be used as pulling labor, and the ordinary mules will plow the fields. A group of mules is not worth the manpower of more than ten people." .”

"But mules can't reproduce," Shen Rong reminded Zhu Chu.

After all, mules are hybrid animals and are basically incapable of reproduction.

"Stupid, as long as a mule can be used for ten years, it is worth the money. It is not necessary to reproduce offspring." Zhu Zhen looked at Shen Rong and felt that Shen Rong was thinking too much.

In fact, a mule can be used for up to 20 years, so why bother letting a mule have another mule?As long as a batch of mules is born, it will be enough.

"Besides, I think since you already have a farm here, you might as well expand it. In addition to cattle and donkeys, you can also raise other things. For example, get a chicken farm, a duck and goose farm. , even a pig farm or something.”

"The life of the common people is not easy. Many people only eat a few mouthfuls of meat throughout the year. This king is really intolerable."

"In addition to being edible, animals' down can be used to make quilts and clothes, lard can be refined to make soap, and even pig skin and bristles can be used to make brushes, such as toothbrushes."

Some time ago, Zhu Zhen told Shen Rong about the concept of toothbrushes, but there are still many problems in mass-producing toothbrushes.

For example, how to make toothbrush bristles?

At this time, Zhu Chu gave a suggestion. Although pig hair is hard, it can be used reluctantly in this era, which is better than nothing.

In fact, he was preparing to start animal husbandry.

Today is a small-scale farming society, and people are very conservative in their thinking. Most farmers raise a few chickens and ducks by themselves. During the Chinese New Year, they either sell them to make some money or eat them themselves.

But for society as a whole, it doesn’t help.

But what if Shen Rong's hand could be used to create a large-scale post-modern breeding farm?
If meat products can become a regular supply chain, Zhu is even confident that within ten years, every household in Yunnan will be able to afford meat. Not to mention eating big fish and meat, eating meat every three to five times, and even seeing it every day. Meaty, that's not bad either.

Moreover, Shen Rong is already responsible for commercial development, so it is just right to hand it over to him, and he can continue to develop new products in the commercial field with many things.

why not?

Shen Rong was also a little moved, but after thinking about it, he said worriedly: "But that requires a lot of fodder. What should we do?"

The main reason why it was difficult for large-scale breeding farms to appear in ancient times was the mismatch between society and the inability to achieve modern industrialization, so they purchased large amounts of feed from other factories.

For example, we all know that cattle are important for farming, but how much grass does a cow need to eat?Why did ancient landowners like to ask others to help herd their cattle?It's because there's a lack of someone providing fodder.

"Don't worry, I won't let you do it in one place. Nowadays, many native tribes have just recovered from the oppression of chieftains. This year is another good harvest year. I think everyone can have enough to eat," Zhu Zhen thought. Here, I can't help but feel a little proud.

Although he has not left Dali City for nearly a year, a lot of news is constantly being sent to him.

For example, Yan Shitai of Yongchang Mansion and Etao of Yingjiang all sent him good news.

After a year of development, Yongchang Prefecture and Yingjiang County have regained their vitality. Coupled with Zhu Zhen's five-year tax exemption in the two places, the people finally have food in their homes.

Because of this, the people in the two places are now very grateful to Zhu Chu. I believe that when Zhu Chu goes there again, he will not be treated the same as before.

"You can look around for a suitable place first, and then prepare to open a farm. I believe in you, you can do it," Zhu Ming praised without hesitation.

Shen Rong could only smile bitterly. Your Highness, the idea you proposed will be implemented by me, and you will just be a hand-off shopkeeper and make empty wishes.

"Work hard. If cattle can be raised in large quantities in the future, sooner or later, beef can be served on the table every day." Zhu Xi patted Shen Rong's arm with a look on his face that said, "I'm optimistic about you."

Shen Rong broke into a cold sweat.

Although Zhu Yuanzhang had been a cowherd boy and had killed cows himself, he also invited Xu Da's old brothers to eat beef.

However, Zhu Yuanzhang knew very well how much the cattle were now helping the people and farming. He once strictly prohibited the killing of cattle for meat. Even if a cow died, he had to report to the government and clearly explain how it died, whether it was from old age or illness.

In the end, Zhu Chu always wants to eat beef, is that okay?Zhu Zhen turned his head and looked at the camp again.

Different from the bustle and noise last night, the camp at this time has fallen into silence, and the people and patients who have been working hard all night have fallen asleep.

"It's finally under control. If the plague suddenly breaks out, not only the people here will die, but Dali City will also suffer countless casualties," Zhu Zhen sighed.

In ancient times, people talked about plagues with disdain because once an infectious disease broke out, it was impossible to control it.

Because the level of medical care in ancient times was average, people really lacked medical knowledge.

If Zhu Zhen hadn't asked Shen Rong to separate patients from normal people, I'm afraid the entire camp would have been a source of infection.

"Your Highness is benevolent and righteous," Shen Rong bowed deeply with his hands clasped in fists.

As a dignified vassal king, Zhu Zhen did not hesitate to risk his own life to come to the site after hearing the news. He also stayed up all night and directed the entire treatment process from beginning to end.

Even diagnosing the disease and prescribing medicines, and even the medicinal materials were provided by His Highness.

Although he didn't know where His Highness's mysterious methods came from, Shen Rong was smart enough not to ask or test, and he didn't dare to go into details. He was just grateful that Zhu Zhen didn't give up on these people.

The ancients were well aware of the horror of cholera, which was an infectious disease on the same level as smallpox. Anyone else would have burned these still living people to death, right?
At this time, Shen Rong was sincerely grateful to Zhu Ming for not giving up the lives of these people.

"Okay, you are responsible for the rest. And don't forget to use hot water to disinfect the entire camp. Even the clothes worn by the patient must be soaked in hot water afterwards to prevent recurrence. Also. There are those cows and donkeys, please check with the veterinarian if you have the chance." Zhu Ming explained the aftermath and then prepared to go back.

It was already daylight now, and Zhu Zhen was worried about attracting others' attention when he went back, so he planned to rush back to the palace in the city as soon as possible.

"Speaking of your Highness, I occasionally heard some gossip during my business trip. I don't know whether to take it seriously or not," Shen Rong looked hesitant and hesitated to speak.

Zhu Ming called Wang Fu and others over and said in a funny voice: "You have already said it, how can you still say half of it? Tell me."

This Shen Rong, didn't he just ask it himself?
Shen Rong then spoke and continued: "It's like this. His Highness was brave and brave years ago. He led a small number of troops to annihilate the rebel Silunfa. However, the imperial court gave you very few rewards. Only His Highness the Crown Prince praised you very much. . Now that the crown prince has passed away, His Majesty only made you the real King of Dian. There was no reward other than that, and he didn’t even mention the immortal contributions you made. So some people think that Your Majesty is jealous of you. There is even a message saying that His Majesty is already worried that you are going to rebel."

"Who said His Majesty didn't mention it, but when he did, he scolded me?" Zhu Ming rolled his eyes. He had made extraordinary achievements, but he got scolded in the end, but that's okay?
But in fact, if you think about it carefully, Zhu Zhen killed Hu Yuan. He was an official of the imperial court or a commander who was personally conferred by Zhu Yuanzhang. He was almost the same as a local prince, even comparable to the level of Wu Sangui in the late Ming Dynasty.

Moreover, Hu Yuan's military and political affairs were grasped, and he indeed belonged to the feudal officials.

The most important thing is that Zhu Chu re-established Yongchang Mansion and appointed Yan Shitai as the prefect.

He also changed the establishment of Yingjiang County and made Etao the county magistrate.

Later, in order to consolidate the surrendered territories, Zhu Chu secretly established a large number of official positions.

These were all done by himself, bypassing the court, and it was inevitable that Zhu Yuanzhang would be angry.

You might as well become the emperor.

Zhu Zhen also felt that he had been too flamboyant and even arrogant recently, which had indeed aroused Zhu Yuanzhang's suspicion, so he became low-key.

Unexpectedly, there were still many rumors in the Central Plains.

However, does Zhu Zhen care?

With a sneer, Zhu Chu mounted the war horse brought by Wang Fu and said casually: "If others say a few words, we will be timid, so we might as well just starve to death. Mr. Shen, what I have entrusted to you, Just do as you are told. Even if one day I am going to rebel, it will not drag down your wealth and life. Don’t worry, when you charge into battle, I will always take the lead."

Shen Rong thought to himself, has His Highness made it clear that he wants to rebel?Then I have to make preparations early and raise more food, grass and money for His Highness.

Then Zhu Chu said goodbye to Shen Rong, led Wang Fu and others, and rode towards Dali City.

As for whether Shen Rong wanted to inform, Zhu Zhen didn't care.

Don’t forget that Shen Rong is Shen Wansan’s son. Who was Shen Wansan exiled by?
I'm afraid it's too late for Shen Rong to be happy when he hears that he wants to rebel against Lao Zhu.

Will he still tell the truth?Aren't you afraid that after Lao Zhu has dealt with him, he will turn around and kill the nine other clans of the Shen family?
Lao Zhu was petty. The reason why Shen Wansan was dealt with in the first place was that during the crusade against Zhang Shicheng, Shen Wansan led the people to fight to the death and resisted for a long time.

If Empress Ma hadn't begged Shen Wansan to save his life, the Shen family would have ended up with the entire family beheaded and all nine clans wiped out.

Isn't Shen Rong afraid that Zhu Yuanzhang still holds a grudge?Dare you give Lao Zhu a chance to wield the butcher knife again?

Therefore, Zhu Zhen is not afraid of letting Shen Rong know his ambitions, and only by letting him know his ultimate goal will Shen Rong be more motivated.

"It's hard to say. If you want to recruit troops secretly in the future, you have to let Lao Shen do it," Zhu Zhen thought to himself.

Zhu Zhen had long wanted to recruit troops, but now he still dared to do it blatantly.

He also guessed that there were Zhu Yuanzhang's spies around him, such as the Jin Yiwei spies all over the world.

Therefore, we have to cover up our coming out this time, and we dare not openly expand the number of troops.

After all, his current guard force is already overstretched, and even the nine vassal kings who were originally canonized may not have his size.

If we continue to expand enrollment wantonly, Lao Zhu will be unable to hold back, right?

"Don't worry now. When those high-yielding rice seeds are spread throughout Yunnan next year, there will be no shortage of food. Moreover, the popularity I have gained through my fame in the past few years, coupled with the subtle influence of my people scattered everywhere. Sooner or later, when I raise my arms and call for help, tens of thousands or even tens of millions of people will respond to my call."

"What I have to do now is to hide behind the scenes and continue to develop. Agriculture, animal husbandry, and the most important thing are technology."

"It's a pity that I can't go to Simodian, and I don't know what's going on with Wu Yong in Longqu. At least I need to get the black powder out for me."

While Zhu Xi was running wildly, he couldn't help but think about his own ideas.

He had already begun to make preparations. Zhu Yuanzhang was suspicious of him, and he was not on guard against Zhu Yuanzhang.

What Zhu Yun is most worried about now is that Zhu Yuanzhang flipped the table and did not play according to the rules. If Zhu Yuanzhang now calls Zhu Yu to Yingtian, the capital, can he still resist and disobey the order?

Now is not the time for rebellion. If Zhu Yuanzhang really wants to call Zhu Chu to Yingtian and put him under house arrest on the spot, Zhu Chu really has no way to do it.

In a word, the time has not come.

Therefore, Zhu Zhen was very clear from the beginning to the end. He was only prepared to fight with Zhu Yunwen. He was always prepared to wait for Zhu Yuanzhang's death before rebelling.

If he dares to rebel against Zhu Yuanzhang, I am afraid that the entire army will mutiny. At least the Ming army under his command will not follow him, but will rebel against him on the spot.

However, Zhu Yuanzhang's previous eagerness to reform Yunnan made him focus on him.

Zhu Ming could only sigh, it was really a blessing.

But what Zhu Zhen never expected was that the more he worried about something, the more it would happen.

Murphy's Law?The more you worry about something bad happening, the more likely it will happen?
Just one day before the end of the month, a post horse rushed into Dali City and went straight to the palace. Outside the gate, they shouted: "The Holy Emperor's decree."

The guards in front of the door did not dare to stop him. While asking people to get water to entertain the post riders, they quickly went inside to notify Zhu Zhen.

Zhu Chu was playing a small game with Mu Qiu at that time. It wasn't the kind they played at night. It was just a simple rope-turning game, which was enough to make Mu Qiu happy.

When I heard that an imperial edict suddenly came from the capital, I immediately had an ominous premonition.

"No way?" Zhu Ming frowned and muttered: "Old Zhu can't be so unreasonable, right? He doesn't really want to recruit me into Yingtian and put me under house arrest, right?"

Mu Qiu asked worriedly: "Your Highness, are you saying that His Majesty wants you to enter the capital?"

Zhu Xi shook his head, not sure yet.

But no matter what, it's impossible for him not to accept the order, right?

So Zhu Qi asked Mu Qiu to help him pack his clothes, and then he put on a python robe and walked slowly outside with square steps.

In the front yard, when the Yiqi and others saw Zhu Chu, they did not need to wait for him to kneel down. They took out an imperial edict from his body and shouted: "By His Majesty's decree, His Majesty the King of Dian is summoned to set off immediately and come to Beijing to report on his duties before the end of the year."

Lao Zhu, Lao Zhu, you are not authentic, do you really want to overturn the table?Do you want to force me to rebel?
(End of this chapter)