The Ming Dynasty started with saving the eldest grandson

Chapter 245 The Japanese pirates are supported by my family

Seeing the chaos in the room, Xu Chailao felt very disappointed.

At the beginning of the Ming Dynasty when the sea was banned, they did turn the tide and formed a merchant mutual aid association.

He also reached a tacit agreement with Chief Li, allowing the Ming people in Nanyang to gain a foothold.

At that time, Xu Chailao was full of admiration for these family heads.

However, in the past two years, in the face of provocations from the natives, they have exposed their fatal flaws.

weak.

At the beginning, there were only sporadic tribes tentatively seeking trouble.

Most native tribes are still very afraid of Mingren's identity.

If you fight back hard at that time, you would rather be broken than ruined.

With the virtue of those natives who bully the weak and fear the strong, they still dare to slap their noses in the face?

The consequences of swallowing their anger only got worse. Most of the tribes thought they were easy to bully and wanted to step on them.

Xu Chailao witnessed this change process with his own eyes, and his respect for these family heads turned into disappointment, and now he even has a bit of contempt for them.

It just lacks an opportunity to explode.

"I disclosed a lot of information to you before, which was also a test... You did not disappoint me."

Now, the opportunity has come.

Cen Xintong said seriously: "Before I talk about this, I want to tell you the latest information."

The Ming Dynasty opened the sea, and he must take this opportunity to do something.

"Brother Cen, it's me, Xu Dalang."

Sure enough, Xu Chailao knew Jin Yiwei's evil reputation and quickly saluted:

"I didn't know Brother Cen's identity before. If I offend him in any way, please let me know."

Xu Chailao smiled and asked: "Brother Cen is also waiting for my arrival."

The fleet could arrive at any time, and time was running out. He was too lazy to watch these people bicker.

The door opened with a creaking sound, and Cen Xintong's figure appeared in front of him:

"Xu Dalang, I knew you would come to me."

Xu Chailao took a deep breath, suppressed his excitement, and said, "Brother Xie Cen reminds me that Chai Lao will never forget this."

So I changed my style and made peace the most important thing.

"Tuk-tuk-tuk." There were three knocks on the door, and an alert voice came from inside: "Who?"

Cen Xintong said with a half-smile: "Once you know my identity, there will be no turning back. Do you still ask?"

He once lobbied various family heads, hoping that they would be tougher.

Cen Xintong was very satisfied, let him in, and closed the door.

Xu Chailao was not too surprised by this result.

"Haha..." The two looked at each other and laughed.

As expected, he soon became a leader among the younger generation and was highly praised by everyone.

Since the Ming Dynasty captured Goryeo, it would definitely not let it recover.

Because he knew that with the virtue of these people, there would be no results after another hundred years of discussion.

"His Majesty abolished the title of Goryeo, reestablished the Kingdom of Joseon, and changed the title of King Dam to the King of Joseon."

Cen Xintong nodded and said: "There are many people who come to Nanyang to make a living, but there are many mediocre people. Only you, Dalang, can achieve great things."

Xu Chailao said proudly: "Brother Cen, thank you very much. I wish I didn't disappoint you. I wonder what Brother Cen said about the great wealth?"

After leaving the house, he went straight to a small courtyard next to the port.

"Right now, there is a huge fortune in front of us. I wonder if Dalang is willing to give it a try."

In exchange for a comment: impulsive.

"Xu Dalang is so anxious to see me, maybe it's not just to say thank you, right?"

Even his father Xu Guangxian didn't understand him and persuaded him several times to take a step back to gain a brighter future.

Xu Chailao was relieved that the person was still there, and he raised his voice and said:

Then turned and left.

"Okay." Cen Xintong no longer hesitated and took out his waistband and sealed it:

"A certain person is Cen Xintong, a secret agent of the Jinyi Guards, who has met Xu Dalang."

Cen Xintong said: "As people go to higher places, I don't want to be just a shady spy all my life."

So he left a sentence: "I still have some things to do, so I'll take my leave first. Elders, please think about it slowly."

But only he knew that the fire in his heart had never been extinguished, but had become more violent due to suppression.

Now if you want to resist, you will not be fighting one or two tribes, but the entire native group.

"My emperor is ambitious, and this is the time for our generation to make contributions."

Xu Chailao said without hesitation: "I wish for it. But before we talk about things, should Brother Cen reveal his identity and tell me what to do?"

Xu Chailao said: "When I came today, I have already expressed my determination. Brother Cen has no need to doubt it."

He knew very well that he was still young and not yet qualified to challenge these people.

Whether it is setting up counties and dispatching officials to govern, or conferring princes on vassals, these are all routine operations.

He just didn't understand why Cen Xintong specifically mentioned this matter.

Does he want to plan Luzon?

But this place has always been regarded as a place of alienation, and the conditions are indeed very harsh. Is the imperial court also interested?

At this time, Cen Xintong said slowly: "Your Majesty has twenty-three princes."

"Hiss..." Xu Chailao took a breath. He still didn't understand what the other party meant.

It's just Luzon's idea.

The land area here is enough to enshrine one or two vassal states.

If they can really participate in it, it will be a great achievement for them.

Cen Xintong stared at him and asked, "What, are you scared?"

Xu Chailao took a deep breath and laughed: "Haha... I'm just afraid that Brother Cen's heart is not big enough, so how can he be afraid?"

"But there are more than 300,000 natives in Luzon. I'm afraid we can't take this place with just a few of us. Or does Brother Cen have reinforcements?"

Cen Xintong laughed and said: "Haha... Da Lang dares to think that he wants to win Luzon with just a few of us."

Xu Chailao did not smile, but looked at him steadily.

Cen Xintong put away his smile and said: "The imperial court's fleet will go to Nanyang first, firstly for trade, and secondly to declare the status of the suzerain."

"What I rely on is this fleet."

"But the Ming Dynasty is the sovereign state and cannot do unjust things or launch unjust wars."

"If you want to fight against Luzon, you need a legitimate reason."

"As long as we prepare the reasons for sending troops, the rest will be easy."

Xu Chailao suddenly understood and said: "So that's it. I wonder what kind of reason Brother Cen thinks is appropriate?"

Cen Xintong said: "Collude with Japanese pirates."

Xu Chailao nodded repeatedly and said, "What a good plan."

The two hit it off immediately and quickly worked out the details.

Xu Chailao was responsible for producing evidence, and Cen Xintong was responsible for liaising with the fleet going to Nanyang.

But before that, there is one thing that needs to be resolved, and that is Li Qiyi Group.

Xu Chailao told Li Qiyi's story in detail and said:

"Chief Li is closely related to us. I cannot ignore his life or death... I wonder what the court's attitude is towards them?"

Cen Xingtong praised: "Da Lang is a man of great loyalty... Don't worry, Zhang Shicheng has long been a thing of the past."

"The remnants of Zhang Shicheng's troops who were living in Guangdong and Guangxi were also ordered to be settled by the grandson last year and were allocated land to live and work in peace and contentment."

"As long as he doesn't go against the court and honestly makes a legitimate living, the court won't do anything to them." After receiving the assurance, Xu Chailao felt relieved.

Afterwards, the two talked about the changes in Daming in recent years.

As a Jinyiwei spy, Cen Xintong knows many unknown secrets.

Even though there was a lot of confidential information that he didn't dare to reveal, just what he could reveal was enough to shock Xu Chailao.

During this period, he asked a question: "Who is the wise minister Chen Bandu?"

Cen Xintong showed admiration on his face: "It is not an exaggeration to add all the praises in the world to him."

"If you have the opportunity to go to Beijing, you don't have to meet anyone. You must find an opportunity to visit him."

"If you can get some advice from him, you will benefit a lot."

"If you can catch his eye, your career will be just around the corner."

Seeing how much he admired Chen Jingke, Xu Chailao asked tentatively:

"Could it be that the changes in recent years are really related to him?"

Cen Xintong said: "Some things cannot be said, but some things are already semi-public, so it doesn't hurt to tell you."

"The diversion of the Yellow River is indeed his plan. According to the information I have received, this plan for Liaodong and Goryeo was also his work."

Even if I had known that Chen Bandu was not an easy person, I would have guessed that he had participated in the changes in recent years.

Hearing these words which were equivalent to explicit words, Xu Chailao couldn't help but be shocked.

"Such a strange man, I really wish I could listen to his teachings in person."

After chatting for a while, Xu Chailao said goodbye and left.

After returning, he immediately made an appointment with Li Qiyi via messenger.

After the two parties met, he explained the current situation straight to the point.

Li Qiyi was also shocked when he learned about the changes in Ming Dynasty in recent years.

"Zhu... cough, the emperor is indeed a wise king. Your Majesty did not lose unjustly."

The emperor refers to Zhu Yuanzhang, and your majesty refers to Zhang Shicheng.

Xu Chailao said: "The Ming Dynasty established a separate naval yamen, which shows that it attaches great importance to the ocean."

"This opening of the sea will inevitably involve a big move. I wonder how Chief Li is going to deal with it?"

Li Qiyi was silent for a long time and then said: "We just want to return to our hometown and become old farmers."

Xu Chailao said sincerely: "You are all people who know the sea well. It would be too unfair to return to your hometown just like this."

"If Chief Li can trust me, why not purchase a few merchant ships and let's work together..."

Li Qiyi's attitude was very firm: "Thank you for Dalang Xu's kindness, I have made up my mind. I just ask Xu Dalang to help negotiate and let me return to my hometown."

Xu Chailao said regretfully: "It's a pity... Well, since Leader Li has already made a decision, I won't persuade him any more."

"When the time is right, I will ask someone to report this matter to see if I can let you go back."

Li Qiyi said gratefully: "Thank you Dalang for your help. If you can find anything useful, just come to my place and ask."

"As long as I can do it, I will never shirk it."

Xu Chailao hesitated for a while and then said: "I really have something I want to ask Leader Li for help."

Li Qiyi showed a genuine expression and said, "Oh, I wonder what it is?"

Xu Chailao said: "We have been angry with these natives before. Now that the power of the Ming Dynasty has returned to Nanyang, I am ready to take the opportunity to vent our anger."

Li Qiyi breathed a sigh of relief and laughed: "I thought it was something. If it's just venting my anger, then it's mine."

"I wonder what you are going to do? How do you need my cooperation?"

Xu Chailao showed a fierce expression and said: "The most hated enemies of the Ming Dynasty must have a place among Japanese pirates. I am prepared to..."

He said so and so.

It is nothing more than framing and slandering certain natives for colluding with Japanese pirates.

Considering Li Qiyi's identity, he did not say that it was for planning Luzon, but only for revenge against the natives who bullied them.

In order to prevent Li Qiyi from having other ideas and ruining their major event.

"If Chief Li can pretend to be a Japanese pirate, contact some tribes, and leave evidence..."

"When the Ming fleet arrives in Nanyang, I will have my own channels to present the evidence."

"I believe Daming will teach them a profound enough lesson."

Li Qiyi's eyelids twitched, Xu Dalang was so insidious and had such a vicious heart.

People who make a living by the sea know how deeply the Ming Dynasty hated Japanese pirates.

If he really succeeds in framing him... then the lesson is indeed profound enough.

Maybe even the tribe would be bulldozed by the angry Ming Navy.

but……

"Haha... OK, OK, Xu Dalang is indeed no ordinary person. I like this strategy."
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As mentioned before, the Luzon Kingdom is more like a tribal alliance than a country.

A large tribe has tens of thousands of people, while a small tribe may only have a village of a few hundred people.

The largest tribes compromised with each other, elected a leader, and made pilgrimages to the Ming Dynasty in the name of this leader.

Normally, each tribe operates independently and does not belong to each other.

Whatever the leader wants to do, he must get the approval of other big families.

This situation has not fundamentally changed until the twenty-first century.

This loose alliance politics greatly facilitated Xu Chailao's plan.

Li Qiyi pretended to be a Japanese pirate, privately contacted the leaders of several small and medium-sized tribes, and sold them many goods looted from the Ming Dynasty at super low prices.

These leaders did not have the slightest suspicion and bought all these commodities.

They even picked out some precious ones according to the rules and presented them to the leaders of the big tribes above.

The leader of the big tribe also didn't take it to heart.

Although it is rare for Japanese pirates to ask them to cancel their accounts, it is not impossible.

The point is, these things are so cheap, you’d be a fool not to buy them.

As for whether Daming will be angry... The two sides are separated by oceans, and it is impossible for Daming to know the news.

Take ten thousand steps back, so what if you know?

Can we just say that we don’t know that the other party is a Japanese pirate? Can the Ming Dynasty destroy us because of this trivial matter?

After thinking of excuses, these people used the stolen goods even more blatantly.

Even for the rumors that suddenly spread among the people that Lu Song was connected with the Japanese pirates, they just ordered not to spread the rumors, and then nothing happened.

But with a loose confederation of tribes like Luzon, such a ban would be of little use.

Everyone openly discussed it on the street, and no one came to stop it.

Some natives even ran directly to Nanyang Mingren to threaten:

"If you don't give me money, I will find Japanese pirates who will kill you all and steal all your money."

The rumors became more and more outrageous, and it gradually became clear that the Japanese pirates were supported by Luzon.

The Japanese pirates relied solely on the support of Luzon to control the coastal areas of the Ming Dynasty.

The Japanese pirates supported by me, Luzon, can ban the Ming Dynasty from the sea. Who are you mere merchants?

take money.

As everyone knows, someone has already collected all this evidence secretly.

June 22nd, this is a special day.

The first ocean-going fleet of the Ming Dynasty set out to sea, and its first stop was Luzon.

(End of this chapter)