The Great Industrial Ming Dynasty Started from Beiping

Chapter 595 The last wish of the King of Boni
Many people regard Zhu Gaochi as their mentor, but Zhu Gaochi has never led in this direction.

But in the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Gaochi did have a group of followers.

Among them was Liu Tong, one of the most famous writers in the Ming Dynasty. Based on the phenomenon in the capital and the thoughts of His Highness the Crown Prince, he quickly wrote One Thousand and One Nights in Peking.

"One Thousand and One Nights of Peking".

Once published, it became a best-selling storybook.

Seeing the books in his son's study, Zhu Gaochi couldn't help but smile. Isn't this the Arabian Nights?

In the Arabian Nights, there are stories about fishermen and heroes, Aladdin’s magic lamp, and Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves. Therefore, Ming Dynasty also published Arabia’s One Thousand and One Nights.

Zhu Gaochi doesn't know if there will be any Grimm's fairy tales in the future in the West. There is no doubt that the Ming Dynasty has its own fairy tales, written by Liu Tong.

In "One Thousand and One Nights of Peking", there are stories of the Seven Fairies, the story of Erlang Shen, etc. In addition to folk stories, there are also stories compiled by Liu Tong himself, similar to Mr. Dongguo and the Wolf.

After the books "One Thousand and One Nights of Peking" and "One Thousand and One Nights of Arabia" became popular, someone immediately compiled "Fables", which were used by thinkers in the Spring and Autumn Period as arguments.

What about "destroying growth", "contradicting oneself", "waiting for the rabbit", "carving a boat for a sword", "adding superfluity to a snake".
A revival of literary style emerged in the Ming Dynasty and became children's pillow reading. Not only children love to read it, but many adults also like to read it.

Mr. Guo watched it with relish.

"It seems that the booksellers of the Ming Dynasty benefited first." Zhu Gaochi said with a smile.

With the increase in literacy rate, people's living standards, and the development of printing and papermaking industries, folk books have also flourished. These storybooks have undoubtedly stimulated people's consumption.

Guo's face turned slightly red.

The gimmicks in the book are said to be the best enlightenment books for teenagers and are more loved by children than the traditional Three Character Classic. As an adult, Guo felt that it was embarrassing that she could not help but read these story books.

Especially in front of my husband.

Zhu Gaochi touched Guo's face. Guo was a traditional woman and a qualified wife. Zhu Gaochi liked her very much.

Zhu Gaochi didn't worry about anything at home.

"It's strange. Those people traveled thousands of miles to come to Ming Dynasty. They didn't have any other skills, so they started telling stories."

"Don't underestimate these stories."

After hearing Guo's words, Zhu Gaochi solemnly said: "This is the revival of literature and art, an important means to promote the development of spiritual civilization."

Stories that common people love to hear are literature.

It allows the majority of the people to take the initiative to watch. Everyone reads the same book and knows the same story, which is the cohesion of the nation.

What does it mean that books and cars are on the same track and cars are on the same track? It is not enough for the law to stipulate it.

Why is the Song Dynasty praised by scholars at home and abroad, both ancient and modern?

Because the social atmosphere and model of the Song Dynasty were the most brilliant civilization in the world at that time.

"You can tell me anything." Guo Cailian rolled her eyes.

Zhu Gaochi smiled.

Although it was already nighttime, Zhu Gaochi still held up a lantern and went to the rooms of his two sons to have a look. The sons had been making noise all day and fell into a deep sleep. Nothing could wake them up.

Zhu Gaochi went to his daughter's room again.

Guo Cailian happily followed her husband, step by step. Zhu Gaochi covered his second daughter with a quilt, waved gently to the female officer, looked at her carefully twice, and then left.

"Do you want to replace Zhu Zhanji with a gentleman?"

Guo Cailian undressed Zhu Gaochi, and Zhu Gaochi cleaned up. After hearing this, he curiously asked the reason.

"I heard from my eldest brother that Mr. Yu was against the emperor's father at first. If he hadn't been the emperor's father's companion in his early years, he might have been driven away. Now if he is asked to teach Zhu Zhanji, will the emperor's father be unhappy? "

Guo Cailian said worriedly.

"It's nothing, it happened many years ago."

Zhu Gaochi said nonchalantly: "Mr. Yu's ability is quite good. He can also teach. He is a good candidate to teach Zhu Zhanji. Don't think about it all day long. If you think too much, it will be unsightly."

Seeing her husband's attitude, Guo Cailian did not continue speaking.

According to the eldest brother, it is best to choose a husband for your son who everyone can trust, but if her husband refuses, Guo Cailian will not go against it, but she will inevitably feel a little worried.

Zhu Gaochi fell asleep quickly, but Guo Cailian couldn't fall asleep. Looking at the person beside her pillow, Guo Cailian couldn't help but complain. She was very worried about this person's son, as if he was not his son.

"Whether it's "Arabian Nights" or "Peking One Thousand and One Nights", or the rising "Fables", or even "World Stories", according to the current trend, it will definitely be the enlightenment for all children in the future. Readings.”

"Such an important thing must be strictly reviewed."

Soon someone was advocating in the newspapers.

newspaper.

Not only the original few, many economically developed areas already have their own newspapers.

Eight thousand miles away.

Three Ming Dynasty blessing ships brought back distinguished guests. The king of Boni State led a large delegation of princesses, siblings, children, ministers, etc. across the sea to pay tribute and arrived directly in Shanghai County.

After officials from the Ministry of Rites learned about it, they quickly sent people to Shanghai County to greet him.

The ships at Shanghai docks are mainly sailboats, and steam engines and ships are relatively rare. Due to limited manufacturing output, supply exceeds demand.

Ordinary ships and ordinary sailing boats are enough.

Therefore, every steam engine ship is extremely huge, a behemoth on the sea.

"Unbelievable."

From the day the king of Boni Kingdom arrived in Shanghai County, they were already shocked beyond measure. Everyone was so excited that they were speechless. The king's decision was really too wise.

"It's like a miracle that such a huge ship can sail without wind."

The interpreters couldn't help showing pride when they heard the words of the other party's officials.

Shanghai's wharf is already the most prosperous wharf in the Ming Dynasty, with the largest trade transportation volume. Even the coastal areas of Guangdong cannot catch up. Although the rise of overseas trade in recent years has driven the development of maritime trade in Guangdong, it can Shanghai’s geographical conditions where the two seas meet are truly incomparable.

Commodities bundled into large packages to be transported on ships were piled up in temporary warehouses on the docks, and piled up like hills in the open air.

Various warehouses are also transporting goods via rails.

Seeing such a scene, Manarajanana was stunned. Who had bought so many products?Which country can have such a big market, Boni cannot do it.

"Dangdangdang."

The belfry chimes.

They followed the sound and saw that it was not a lighthouse, but a bell tower.

The high-rise buildings on both sides of the pier, as well as the steam engine trucks in use, even the steam locomotives running on the internal rails, and the vehicles that still use livestock, support the prosperity of this place.

"This is the weather in the upper country, and we can't compare with it in the lower country."

Manarajanana said respectfully.

The Ming Dynasty regained Annan, restored the old name of Jiaozhi, and gained the annexation of Champa. Not only the Boni Kingdom, but also the Jilantan Kingdom, Pahang Kingdom, Mancijia Kingdom, etc. all accepted the enfeoffment of the Ming Dynasty and became the Ming Dynasty's enfeoffment. Subject to the country.

The merchants of the Ming Dynasty traveled all over the world and developed the scene 100 years in advance.

When the officials at the dock learned that he was the king of Boni, they did not dare to wait any longer and arranged for them to stay at the Yamen in charge of the dock, waiting for the arrival of officials from the court's Ministry of Etiquette.

night.

The Yamen in charge of the dock held a banquet for them, and officials from the Ministry of Etiquette rushed to attend.

Daming prepared forks, spoons, and chopsticks.

Manarakananai learned how to use chopsticks from the Ming Dynasty. Although he was not very proficient, no one laughed at him. Instead, they taught him how to use chopsticks. Soon, Manaragananai was able to eat with chopsticks.

The princes and officials of Boni Kingdom also followed the Ming Dynasty's etiquette.night.

The lights on the pier were brightly lit, and the market was also lively. Seeing that the king of Boni was interested, officials from the Ministry of Rites took them to the market for a stroll.

"This is wine made in the West."

The businessman introduced with a smile.

There are many vassal states in the Ming Dynasty, and there are many missions and merchants from the vassal states. They are not surprised. As long as it can bring them business, they are very welcome, and many goods are prepared for them.

"A bottle only costs seven yuan."

Local grapes from the Western Regions were very cheap and the brewing cost was low. After the goods arrived in the capital, merchants at the Shanghai County Wharf sold them at sky-high prices.

The natives are not rich.

But they are really rich.

The royal family was not short of local gold and silver minerals.

really.

Manarajanana paid generously and even asked everyone present to have a taste. He also tasted it himself with a luminous cup. He just took a sip and fell in love with the taste.

In particular, he bought thirty sets of wine bottles and luminous cups, costing more than 300 taels of silver.

"This is ice sweet soup."

"This is candied haws on a stick."

There are no fewer than ten cities that never sleep in the Ming Dynasty.

Although the dock market in Shanghai County is not considered a city, the market here will last until dawn.

Many sailors and foreign merchants were getting drunk in the market.

There are food and drinks from all over the Ming Dynasty, as well as a variety of small commodities from Zhejiang, various toys made of bamboo, and iron boxes that can make music, etc.

Officials from the Ministry of Rites took the train with the king of Boni and his entourage.

People are everywhere.

One building after another.

The wide and straight streets, the dazzling array of shops, the various people on the streets, and the many beautiful women made Manarajanana unable to take his eyes off him and exclaimed that he was a heavenly being.

"There is such a place in the world. In comparison, our life is not called life at all."

Manarakanana murmured.

After being translated by an interpreter, the officials from the Ministry of Rites tried their best to control their smiles to avoid misunderstanding.

There were many vassal kings who came to the Ming Dynasty, but there were very few people who were as straightforward as Xiangmanarakanana, and they were also very interesting.

Wenhua Hall.

When envoys from the vassal state come to Beijing, Zhu Gaochi will meet them according to the arrangements of the Ministry of Rites.

But even the king of the other party came. Zhu Gaochi naturally met with Manaragananai immediately. The two parties had a warm exchange in the Wenhua Hall. In order to welcome the arrival of King Boni, the officials of the Ministry of Rites held a night banquet. On the platform of Huadian.

The diplomatic missions from various countries in Beijing received the invitation, as well as scholars from the capital and many businessmen.

Businessmen were happy to participate in such banquets. They held wine glasses everywhere to find people to toast to, and kept in touch with the envoys of these vassal states. One deal after another, the intentions were achieved, and the businessmen were smiling from ear to ear.

"Since Manarajanana loves the excitement of the Ming Dynasty so much, you officials of the Ministry of Rites can make more plans to take care of the wishes of the King of Boni."

Zhu Gaochi ordered.

With the decree of His Royal Highness, the officials of the Ministry of Rites changed many rules.

The king of Boni visited the mountains and rivers of Yingtian Mansion every day and forgot about it. His princess and children did not dissuade him. Instead, they joined in enthusiastically and loved the Ming Dynasty very much.

Daming Opera House.

Accompanied by officials sent by the Ministry of Rites, the king and his family watched the Ming Dynasty opera.

The lights on the stage are colorful.

More than a dozen female performers, wearing beautiful long dresses, danced a traditional dance, which had everyone watching transfixed.

Manarajanana also went to the temple on the mountain to offer incense.

Even the mountains have built stone staircases.

Looking at the capital city from the mountain, it was like seeing the most beautiful scene in the world. Manarajanana looked fascinated, "There are still such countries in the world. How can Boni compare? Living in such a place is a life." "

The officials sent by the Ministry of Rites couldn't help but be surprised.

What does this person mean?
I couldn't help but feel wary.

Could it be that being so greedy for the Ming Dynasty leads to undue ambition?
This is not the case.

The barbarians did not understand etiquette, justice and shame, and took pride in looting.

When I see other people's good things, I don't want to imitate them, but want to rob them. Only with fists can I make them understand.

The official originally planned to go back to the Ministry of Rites to make a speech the next day.

Unexpectedly, it might be because of the wind that Manarajanana couldn't get out of bed early the next morning. The officials of the Ministry of Rites were frightened and they quickly went to ask the doctor and told the superiors about the matter.

The doctor came to treat Manarajanana and warned Manarajanana that he needed to rest.

Manarajanana didn't understand the importance of what the doctor said. Seeing that he could eat and drink, he forgot the doctor's instructions and started to visit various places. Only three days later, Manarajanana fell ill again.

This time the illness was very serious.

The doctors were also at a loss as the decoctions and medicines were ineffective.

"After I die, don't take my body back to the country. Bury me in the Ming Dynasty. I want to be buried in the Ming Dynasty!" Manaraganana, the king of Boni Kingdom, did not forget to confess before his death.

The first king of the vassal state died of illness in the Ming Dynasty, which caused great shock in the Ministry of Rites.

Zhu Gaochi also learned.

This person is the same as in history.

It seems that many things are unsolvable. I originally thought that medicine in the Ming Dynasty would make progress, but in this case, it seems that the progress is limited and there is no qualitative change.

Zhu Gaochi couldn't help but sigh, and immediately asked the Ministry of Rites to solemnly hold the funeral of Manaragananai.

Officials from the Ministry of Rites asked the prince of Boni.

"My father's last wish is to be buried in the Ming Dynasty. I also ask for mercy from the kingdom and agree to my father's request." The prince of Boni King's father died, but he was not in a hurry to return to the country. It seemed that like father, like son.

Officials of the Ministry of Rites had already received Zhu Gaochi's instructions and did not refuse.

With the etiquette of a vassal king, the king of Boni was buried at Shizigang outside the Ande Gate of the capital, and the prince of Boni was informed that the Ming Dynasty would offer sacrifices during the Spring and Autumn Period.

Prince Boni was very satisfied with Ming's behavior.

Returned to China with my mother.

In only the second year, like his father, he came to the Ming Dynasty to pay tribute in person, also bringing his mother.

This time.

He did not return to the Boni Kingdom, but took the initiative to annex and was awarded the title of King of Loyalty and Faithfulness of the Ming Dynasty.

　I'm taking care of the kids in the hospital today and don't have enough time, so today's update is only [-] words long.

　　
　
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