The Ming Dynasty started with saving the eldest grandson

Chapter 426 Everyone is afraid of the truth

Chen Jingke took the forged document to find Lao Zhu and Zhu Biao, and their reactions were exactly as Zhu Xiongying expected.

Old Zhu said flatly: "How is that possible? Old Four wouldn't lie to us. They must have the same name and surname."

Zhu Biao also nodded and said, "If he really faked his death, why would he use his real name..."

"Write a reply to the Jinyiwei and tell them not to be suspicious."

Chen Jingke insisted, "I think it's better to investigate. It's not to suspect the Prince of Yan, but to go through the process to clear his name."

Old Zhu said impatiently: "Why bother with this? We already know our son. The fourth son doesn't have that kind of mind."

Chen Jingke was quite speechless.

The hedgehog praises his son for his shiny body, and the weasel praises his son for his fragrant body.

Zhu Laosi is so cunning, but in Old Zhu's eyes, he is just a simple-minded person.

But to be honest, among the five brothers, except for the fifth brother Zhu Su, Zhu Di is the least cunning one.

The other three, including Zhu Biao, were all cunning people.

In comparison, isn't he just a down-to-earth person with few ulterior motives?

Zhu Biao strongly supported Chen Jingke's proposal:

"Yang Jing from Yan State showed up too abruptly. He is capable of being a great general, so it is normal for him to be suspicious."

"It's better to check it out, so that no one will make a fuss about it in the future."

Chen Jingke shook his head and deliberately interrupted:
"The main reason is that the Sindhu people's fighting ability is too poor. We cannot demonstrate our ability by defeating them."

"It's hard to say whether he is a great general, but he is certainly quite capable."

Being able to mobilize tens of thousands of troops without causing chaos is an ability in itself.

"Speaking of which, the King of Yan has discovered a lot of talents in Beiping over the years, and the King of Jin has even more talents."

"The new generation of our Ming Dynasty is almost being drained by them."

Old Zhu said proudly: "Our son is very capable."

"But don't exaggerate, there are so many talented people in the Ming Dynasty, they can only take a few away."

Zhu Biao really no longer paid attention to Yang Jing's ability and said with a smile:

"They all want to do big things, how can they do it without talented people under them?"

"The court has discovered more talents in recent years. The training courses in Canghai Province and Temasek are overcrowded."

Chen Jingke's mind moved, and he said, "In another half a year, the first batch of scholars who went to study could be granted official positions, right?"

Zhu Biao said: "Yes, although I can't be the chief official at the county level right away like before."

"But these people have all learned about the New Deal, and their perspectives are different. When they go to the local areas, they can bring a different atmosphere."

Zhu Yuanzhang was not so optimistic, saying: "I am afraid they will become the outliers in the local area and be excluded everywhere."

He often saw this situation when he patrolled the area.

After accepting the ideas of the New Deal, he was ready to do something big, but he was hit with a heavy blow at the very beginning.

Chen Jingke was optimistic and said, "It is normal for new and old ideas to collide and produce conflicts."

"As long as the general direction of the court remains unchanged, this trend will sooner or later spread to every corner of the Ming Dynasty."

Neither Zhu Lao nor Zhu Biao had any doubt about this.

The fundamental reason is that Zhu Xiongying and Chen Jingke are young and have enough time to implement the new policies.

At this time, Lao Zhu suddenly asked: "When can we start building that steaming machine you mentioned before?"

Chen Jingke hesitated for a long time before he made up his mind and said:

"Assign me a hundred skilled craftsmen and I will start working on it right away."

Old Zhu said happily: "You have been hesitating for so many years, and finally you are willing to speak up."

"I've asked you to build it a long time ago, but you keep making excuses. I don't know what you're worried about."

"That means I trust you, otherwise I would think you are lying to me."

worry about what?
Chen Jingke smiled bitterly, worried that ideas could not keep up and industrialization would become a disaster for ordinary people.

There is a saying in the past life that goes, if your thoughts are wrong, the harder you work, the more reactionary you become.

In the previous social system, as soon as industrialization was achieved, those people would turn the people into factory slaves.

He was just worrying too much. Everything that happened in his past life had already proved this.

The incidents of sheep eating people and machines eating people after the industrialization of the West.

If this is the case in the 21st century, I cannot imagine what would have happened under this system in ancient times.

So after traveling through so many years, he made some minor improvements to firearms and textile technology.

I tinkered with glass and clocks, and never did anything else.

It’s not that we don’t want to do it, but that we dare not do it.

We must first carry out institutional reforms and at least introduce certain laws to protect personal rights and interests before we can proceed with industrialization.

Now he still doesn't think it's a good time to climb the technology tree.

At least we have to wait until the Great Harmony World is released and accepted by people.

But it was obvious that Lao Zhu couldn't wait any longer and had to find a way to appease him.

However, even if you know the structural diagram, it will still take a long time to make a practical steam engine.

If we want to make it practical, it will require a lot of research, so there is no need to worry about it for at least three to five years.

This time is enough for him to carry out a new round of reforms.

Mainly due to Fang Xiaoru's efforts, materialism has become well known to the world.

It laid a solid foundation for the promotion of his world of great harmony.

Otherwise, it would not be easy for him to promote his theory.

Looking back now, he couldn't help but feel fortunate for his original choice.

Fortunately, Fang Xiaoru was guided, otherwise it would be difficult to rely on myself...

Closer to home.

First, set up a laboratory and make a prototype of a steam engine.

It would be nice to build a water pump and a loom to open the eyes of Mr. Zhu and the others.

As for the rest, we’ll talk about it later.

After the matter was finalized, Old Zhu was more anxious than Chen Jingke.

He immediately called the Minister of Works and the Vice Minister and asked them to select one hundred of the most reliable and best-skilled craftsmen and send them to the Luoxia Academy.

As for the location of the laboratory, there is no need to worry about it.

Chen Jingke wanted to build a school city, so he fenced off a large piece of land there and built many buildings.

Just find one and enable it.

Chen Jingke was also busy. After returning, he asked Du Tongli to send a very formal letter to Zhu Di, asking about Yang Jing.

After Zhu Di received the letter, a smug smile appeared on his face:
"Just as I expected, the Crown Prince and Chen Jingke helped us cover up this matter."

Xu Miaoyun said calmly: "They must have cursed you in their hearts."

Zhu Di said nonchalantly: "Hey, scolding me is scolding themselves, scold them as much as you want."

"Yang Jing performed well. He conquered Pandiya so quickly. He lived up to my risk."

Xu Miaoyun glanced at him and said, "Do you really think that the emperor and the emperor don't have any doubts?"

Zhu Di looked at his wife in surprise and said, "Isn't that possible?"

Xu Miaoyun said: "I think you are a little confused because of your pride."

"How can there be so many coincidences in the world?"

"Same name, same surname, similar age, and a subordinate of your King Yan."

"He was not well-known before, but he was suddenly promoted to the military commander of the Prince of Yan's Palace."

"Anyone would be suspicious if they were in my place." The more Zhu Di thought about it, the more he felt it was possible, and he couldn't help but take a breath:
"Hiss... What should I do? This matter won't stand up to scrutiny."

Xu Miaoyun rolled her eyes at him and said, "Are you scared now?"

Zhu Di said flatteringly: "Hey, Miaoyun, please stop criticizing me and think of a solution quickly."

Xu Miaoyun smiled and said, "You don't have to do anything. Just reply as usual and say that this Yang Jing is not that Yang Jing."

Zhu Di said worriedly: "But didn't you say that Dad and Big Brother both had doubts?"

Xu Miaoyun shook her head and said, "I think you've really been confused by the war."

"If they really wanted to investigate, they would not just send a letter, but a hundred households of the Imperial Guards."

Zhu Di couldn't believe it and said, "This... is such a big thing, and they don't even want to investigate it?"

Xu Miaoyun sighed, "How can we investigate? What if we transfer you back to the northern border? What if we deal with Yang Jing and the Yan Kingdom?"

"This matter will also implicate my father. Touching him will cause unrest in the noble group."

"It will also implicate Miao Jin. Do you know how much effort the Queen and Chen Jingke have put into training her?"

"Even if we find someone with better talent than her, we don't have the time to train them."

"Besides, the Crown Prince and Chen Jingke were both involved. Should we deal with them together?"

"So, it's rare to be confused."

Zhu Di scratched his head and said, "I see. I thought my plan was brilliant, but I didn't expect that no one could hide it."

"I will write a letter to apologize to my father and elder brother later."

Xu Miaoyun shook her head and said, "No, the Emperor and His Majesty are just suspicious, and they haven't confirmed the truth of this matter."

"It's just that they chose not to pursue it too much due to various concerns."

"If you confess voluntarily, they won't be able to avoid punishment even if they want to."

Zhu Di suddenly realized and said, "I almost made a mistake again. Miaoyun, you are really my good wife."

Afterwards, Zhu Di wrote a letter, saying nothing and not explaining much.

Instead, he directly cursed the Jinyiwei of Ceylon, saying that they wanted to ruin the great cause of the Yan State.

Sure enough, after reading this letter, Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao completely dispelled their doubts.

This is in line with Zhu Di's character. If he explained it carefully, it would prove that something fishy was going on.

It turns out that the fourth brother did not lie to us.

The matter was thus exposed, and Zhu Biao also asked the court to reward the ruler and ministers of Yan State.

Among them was Yang Jing’s, and he was among the top few in terms of awards.

After seeing this list, Chen Jingke, Zhu Xiongying and others felt relieved.

It's finally over.

Chen Jingke specifically found Xu Da and warned him not to do such things again in the future.

Otherwise don't blame him for being disloyal.

This is a real warning, no joke.

Xu Da also knew how serious the matter was and solemnly stated that something like this would never happen again.

In fact, he also felt a little regretful that he shouldn't have been so impulsive.

Under the circumstances at that time, letting Yang Jing commit suicide was indeed the best solution.

He could protect his family, Xu Da would not owe him anything, and he could also ensure his own safety.

But on the other hand, who could have expected so many things to happen later?

Under the circumstances at the time, it was not wrong for him to choose to protect Yang Jing.

He also helped Zhu Di retain a talented person.

In his previous life, Yang Jing made great contributions in the Jingnan Rebellion, and his son Yang Hong was also a hero in the Jingnan Rebellion.

The whole family devoted themselves to Zhu Di.

In this life, Yang Jing became the military commander of the State of Yan and helped Zhu Gaochi conquer the State of Pandya.

All I can say is that everyone is doing things according to their conscience, so don't ask so many questions about the future.

No one can predict what will happen in the future. Thinking too much will make you afraid to do anything.

The Jinyiwei on Ceylon Island didn't know what exactly happened.

When they saw the reply from headquarters saying that after investigation this Yang Jing was not that Yang Jing, they did not have any doubts.

After all, we are all human beings, so it is not surprising that we make mistakes.

It's not that no one had any suspicions, but Zhu Xiongying's handwritten reply made them give up the idea of ​​continuing the investigation.

No one dared to go against the powerful prince.

Soon after, the imperial court's rewards arrived, and Yang Jing was on the list, which in itself was an attitude.

It made them completely bury the matter deep in their hearts.

The same thing happened on the Yan State side. When they saw the court's rewards to Yang Jing, they felt relieved.

The matter was finally concealed.

Yang Jing himself was also very happy.

Although there is no way to restore his original identity, it is already very difficult for him to be able to conduct public activities under his original name.

He is also more loyal to the Prince of Yan's Palace.

Zhu Di took such a big risk to help him, he could never repay this favor.
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By the way, at this time, the State of Yan had already controlled the entire Pandya.

After conquering the Pandyan capital, the Yan army remained in the city for three days without stopping, reducing the capital's population by 60%.

After all, Zhu Gaochi was young and greatly influenced by Chen Jingke, so he could not accept such a tragedy in the world.

Yao Guangxiao did not comfort him, but said seriously:
"You must put away your extra kindness, otherwise it will be a disaster for the soldiers and civilians of Yan State."

"I ordered the massacre not because I was bloodthirsty, but because I had to do it."

Zhu Gaochi asked in confusion: "Why?"

Yao Guangxiao explained: "First, to inspire the morale of the troops."

"This is a foreign country, and the soldiers lack a sense of belonging, which has a great impact on morale."

"At this time, it's useless to talk to them about family, country and the world."

"Only the most tangible benefits can move their hearts, and only by releasing their animal nature can they maintain their fighting spirit."

"Massacre and looting is the oldest and most effective method."

Zhu Gaochi listened very seriously, and even though this idea was contrary to what he had learned, he did not question it.

Yao Guangxiao was very satisfied with this. The prince was humble and able to listen to advice, and he had become a qualified monarch.

"Second, establish authority."

"We are outsiders. We cannot rule people's hearts by virtue of benevolence and righteousness. The only thing we can rely on is killing."

"Only when they are scared by being killed will they not dare to resist."

"Third, eliminate the original ruling class of the Pandya Kingdom."

"Sindhu adopted a caste system, and most of the high castes in Pandya were concentrated in the royal capital."

“Most of the common people here are also Vaisyas of the third type, who are the elite class of Pandya.”

"We took advantage of the opportunity of the massacre to eliminate most of them, and the remaining ones are no longer a threat."

"Then we will recruit the rest and use them to shape us into a high caste."

"In this way, we can achieve the rule over Pandya at the lowest cost."

Zhu Gaochi looked as if he was being taught a lesson and said:
"I see. Thank you for your teachings, Master. Gao Chi has learned a lot."

Yao Guangxiao said modestly: "Your Highness is too polite. In fact, this was also the plan of Chen Bandu. I dare not take credit for it."

Zhu Gaochi glanced in the direction of Daming and said:
"Jing Ke...Alas, I don't know if I will have the chance to see you again in this life."

(End of this chapter)