The Great Industrial Ming Dynasty Started from Beiping

Chapter 532 The Righteousness From Heaven
The Ministry of Rites sent envoys to Siam, Java, Ryukyu, Korea and other vassal states.

Goryeo was divided into two parts.

Li Chenggui's fourth and fifth sons each led armies to fight against each other, but under the constraints of the Ming Dynasty, they did not dare to engage in war rashly.

The third son is not interested in politics, but he circulates between the fourth and fifth brothers to smoothen their relationship.

At the time of the coup.

The fourth and fifth brothers were dissatisfied with each other because the second brother had no legitimate son, so they gave up the throne to their second brother.

Unexpectedly, the Ming army came, intervened in their conflicts, divided Goryeo into two, and allowed them to lead each other. They were not allowed to fight, causing the people to fall into war.

They were nailed to death with one move.

At first, their father dared to resist the existence of the Ming Dynasty. Now that their father is imprisoned, the situation becomes worse day by day.

Although they could clearly see Ming's intentions, due to the current situation, neither Huai'an Gong Li Fangqian nor Jing'an Gong Li Fangyuan dared to offend Ming, for fear that Ming would support the other party.

What is even more unexpected is that the second generation King of Goryeo, Ri Bangguo, was not willing to be a puppet.

He himself does not have a legitimate son, but he does have a concubine.

But he was well aware of his own strength. If he dared to make his concubine the crown prince, not only would it be ineffective, but it would also put his sons in danger of death.

So a strategy was used.

The fourth and fifth lao controlled the left and right imperial forces respectively. He deliberately let the third lao take charge of the central army, but he didn't expect that the third lao was not a fool either.

Whether it is the second brother, the fourth brother or the fifth brother who becomes the king, there is no greater benefit for him, so why bother to wade into this muddy water.

Although Li Fangyi was nominally in charge of the Chinese army, he did not work for his second brother. As a result, the second generation King of Goryeo still did not have his own army.

Now the Ming army has arrived and stationed a navy in Seoul, giving Li Fangguo confidence.

Although he did not recklessly establish an heir apparent, he returned to Seoul and brought his father Li Chenggui with him.

In Seoul, he tried his best to win over the Ming navy, hoping to strengthen his position with the help of the Ming army.

The nonsense of the three sons turned North Korea back to Goryeo. Goryeo was divided into three forces, allowing Ming Dynasty to control North Korea effortlessly. Li Chenggui was so angry that he almost vomited blood.

Yang Zhong, an official of the Ministry of Rites of the Ming Dynasty, arrived in North Korea and brought with him the "Comment on the Officials, Military and Civil Affairs of Annan" which the Ming Dynasty conquered the vassal state of Annan and announced to the world.

"The twenty charges against the Li family and his son all have detailed articles. They slaughtered the clan and established themselves as kings. Therefore, they went to the dynasty to punish them. Does Goryeo have any objections?"

Yang Zhong asked respectfully.

Li Fanguo in the hall quickly shook his head.

"The last court's crusade against Annan was supported by everyone in Goryeo. Goryeo was willing to send troops and food." Li Fangguo said proactively.

It would be great for the Ming Dynasty to conquer Annan.

He is the king of Goryeo. If anyone dares to overthrow him in the future, the Ming Dynasty will send troops to attack him and seek justice for himself. Annan is a lesson learned from the past.

Li Fangguo’s sincere support.

Not only Goryeo supported it, but all the vassal states supported Ming Dynasty's move.

No royal family supports An Nam Le and his son, because their stance determines their thinking.

Countries and regions throughout East and Southeast Asia spoke highly of the Ming Dynasty's crusade against Annan.

Not only did everyone within the Ming Dynasty support the recapture of Annan, but the entire world also supported the Ming Dynasty in launching an army to attack it.

This is justice.

Heaven brings justice.

Even the chieftains in Yunnan and Guangxi did not resist the imperial conscription. After receiving the imperial edict, they quickly dispatched their own native soldiers.

The native soldiers in Yunnan were led by Mu Sheng, and the native soldiers in Guangxi were led by Zhang Fu. After Zhu Neng arrived in Guangxi, he ordered people to make wooden signs with the proclamation.

Countless wooden signs spread throughout Annan along the crisscrossing rivers of Annan.

The Chinese in Annan knew this time that the Ming Dynasty was about to conquer Annan, and why they wanted to conquer Annan.

At this time, Annan was already nervous.

Li Jisuo was not a newly emerging force, but the force that inherited Chen Shuming. After decades of control, he controlled all aspects of Annan.

The power he controls crushes all the forces in Annan, and no one can resist him.

As early as Chen Shuming's death, he had made preparations to prevent the Ming Dynasty from conquering him.

Throughout Annan, all men over 15 years old and under 60 years old are required to serve, and the number of soldiers has doubled.

This is also determined by the geographical environment of Annan.

Not to mention the environment suitable for guerrilla warfare, the food production is abundant, which ensures the source of food for guerrilla warfare.

In later generations, Annan had a population of nearly [-] million and a land area only one-thirtieth that of China, but it could export a large amount of rice every year.

Of course, with the economic development of Annan, a large amount of feed grain will be imported every year to develop the breeding industry.

But that was the exchange of agricultural resources in later generations when per capita meat consumption increased significantly.

Things are different now. People can eat rice and ask for nothing.

Therefore, under Li Jisu's militaristic policy, Annan did not cause the country to collapse and was still working hard to operate.

At the same time, Annan had a lot of technology and promoted the development of the shipping industry earlier than the Ming Dynasty.

When Li Jisao was still working under Chen Shuming, he built iron nail warships on a large scale in the name of manufacturing grain ships.

"Father."

The two brothers, Li Yuancheng and Li Hancang, rushed back, shocked and angry.

"The Ming Dynasty is going to send troops."

Compared with his brother, although Li Hancang is the current King of Annan, he is not as calm as his brother and is already in a panic. "Why panic?"

Li Jiya shouted.

As early as when he was ready to seize the throne, he had made two preparations.

On the one hand, they tried their best to deal with Ming Dynasty and strive for Ming Dynasty's recognition, while on the other hand, they stabilized Annan and actively prepared for war.

Now although the king of Annam is his youngest son, he actually makes the decision.

"Father, what should we do?"

The eldest son Li Yuancheng, who has been leading the army all year round, asked calmly.

"You lead the imperial army to the north to guard against the Ming army in the direction of Yunnan and Guangxi. Use the geographical location and the first pass to consume the Ming army's effective strength. When they are weak, then start a counterattack, and be sure to massacre their troops."

"Will Champa send troops to attack us?"

Li Yuancheng said worriedly.

Li Jisao actually smiled, "When the Ming army is defeated, it's time to go back and clean up the city."

"I have already made preparations in Shunhua Mansion, but I hope to seize the city and attack, and take the opportunity to consume their strength and create conditions for the counterattack in the coming year."

Hearing that his father not only had no worries, but also made plans for next year, Annan King Li Hancang breathed a sigh of relief and was no longer afraid.

"I will also send an envoy to the Ming Dynasty. We must fight for what we can, and don't miss the slightest opportunity."

At his last moment, Li Jisu sent an envoy to the capital to tell him that there was a misunderstanding and to seek the Ming Dynasty's understanding.

"This person's thick skin is indeed very human."

at this time.

Zhu Di had just left the capital and missed Annan's envoy. The envoy who summoned Annan was Zhu Gaochi.

The envoy sent by Annan was Ruan Jingzhen.

The officials of the Ministry of Rites looked at Ruan Jingzhen one after another. Ruan Jingzhen's face turned red. He was not as shameless as Li Jiya.

Zhu Gaochi sighed inwardly.

The change of situation is surprising.

For example, the inconspicuous Ruan Jingzhen in front of us, who knew that he would become one of the major resistance forces after Annan was pacified.

What's more, some of Li Jisu's small methods often have great results.

Not only people like Yang Bo, but also many officials in the Ming Dynasty testified for Annan, which deceived Zhu Di for a long time.

how to say.

Zhu Yuanzhang was ruthless and Zhu Di's rebellion did not convince the officials. They did not resist on the surface, but in fact they still made many small moves.

"Will you do me a favor?"

Zhu Gaochi asked politely.

"His Royal Highness the Emperor Taisun has given orders, and I dare not resign." Ruan Jingzhen said with emotion. His Royal Highness the Emperor Taisun is really kind to people.

"When you go back to Annan and meet everyone, please convey to me that the Ming Dynasty is attacking the Li family and his son, not Annan."

"The soldiers of the Ming Dynasty and the soldiers of Annan are from the same clan, and each has its own master on the battlefield. When the war is over, they should put down their wars."

"Similarly, the soldiers of the Ming Dynasty have strict military discipline and will not violate the rules in Annanqiu to ensure the tranquility of the people and the place. Please rest assured that everyone in Annan will do so."

Zhu Gaochi laughed.

Ruan Jingzhen was stunned. He didn't expect His Highness the Emperor's request from him to be so simple.

"Please rest assured, His Majesty the Emperor Grandson, I will definitely tell everyone in Annan."

"good."

Zhu Gaochi held his hands and smiled.

soon.

Champa invaded Annan, hoping to get a share of the pie, but was defeated by the Annan elephant soldiers in Shunhua Mansion. Instead of occupying a piece of land, they were counterattacked and lost a lot of land.

If it were not for the Ming Dynasty in the north, Annan's army would have been able to drive the occupying king up the mountain in one breath.

After defeating Champa, Annan's main force in Shunhua Mansion was transferred back to the capital.

Outside Thanh Hoa Mansion.

More than [-] warships were prepared and divided into fleets to patrol overseas to guard against sneak attacks by the Ming Navy.

Using the same watertight cabin technology as the Daming Dynasty, the sailing structure was used. The ships were large and sturdy, and equipped with firearms.

If it weren't for the flag of Annan, other countries would even think it was the Ming Dynasty's fleet, and it was more sophisticated than the Ming Dynasty's ships.

Only in the past few years, Ming Dynasty's new sea-going ships have visibly surpassed Annan's shipbuilding level.

The entire East and Southeast Asia knew about the battlefields of Ming Dynasty and Annan, and countless merchant ships tried their best to avoid the routes here.

Soldiers of all colors emerged from the jungle.

They passed through the endless jungles of Yunnan and Annan, and first encountered the defenders of Annan. The Guihua Prefecture of Annan became a battlefield.

What they met was Li Jisao's eldest son.

Li Yuancheng has led the army for many years, and his best skill is the use of firearms. Historically, Qiu Jun specifically recorded in the "University Yanyi Supplement" that he was the best in Annan's firearms, and Li Yuancheng was an expert in the use of firearms in Annan.

Under the attack of Annan's military firearms, the Yunnan native soldiers were defeated and lost the first battle. It was Mu Sheng who came with the firearms troops to support and stabilized the native soldiers.

When Li Yuancheng saw reinforcements coming from the other side, he did not choose to take advantage of the victory and pursue them. Instead, he retreated, intending to use the city and passes to drain the morale and strength of the Ming army.

(End of this chapter)