My father Zhu Gaoxu

Chapter 930: Ming Dynasty’s First Speech
When Zhu Zhanji had just passed away, Empress Dowager Zhang sent an envoy to the Ming Dynasty. Hu Hui and Wu Ce served as the chief and deputy envoys respectively. In addition to them, there were some important officials in the envoy, and Yang Shan was one of them.

At that time, Yang Shan was still serving in Honglu Temple, but now he has been promoted to the Minister of Rites and is also in charge of Honglu Temple. This time, he served as an envoy and led the envoy to the Ming Dynasty.

Zhu Zhanhe was quite impressed by this Yang Shan, because this man was known as the best cannon of the Ming Dynasty in later generations. His most famous thing was that he went to Wala as an envoy when there was no imperial edict in history, and used his indestructible skills to With his tongue, he actually persuaded and released the captured Zhu Qizhen first. Even in the coup that Zhu Qizhen launched later, Yang Shan was also plotting behind the scenes.

It can be said that without Yang Shan, Zhu Qizhen would not have ascended the throne for the second time, so later Zhu Qizhen also repaid his kindness and once again rewarded Yang Shan for the emperor. Not only was he himself made an earl, but all four of his sons were also He was appointed an official, and even Yang Shan's adopted son was also appointed an official. One of his grandsons also became the consort, which shows the great favor Zhu Qizhen showed to him.

"Your Highness, what's the problem with Yang Shan?"

In Wuying Hall, Li Qi saw that Zhu Zhanhe fell into deep thought after hearing the name Yang Shan, so he also asked curiously.

"Nothing, I just heard that this Yang Shan is eloquent and the Ming Dynasty sent him as an envoy. He is really good at choosing people!"

Zhu Zhanhe laughed loudly.

"What His Highness said is that when Hu Shangshu went to our country for the first time, this Yang Shan was one of the members of the mission. When the two countries were negotiating some conditions, Yang Shan talked endlessly at the negotiation table, and he could have been killed by him. It’s really rare for someone to be so eloquent when talking about it!”

Li Qi also laughed when he heard this. He was also very impressed by Yang Shan, because at that time, many officials in the Han Dynasty were embarrassed by Yang Shan's words, and many people even complained to Li Qi privately.

"According to past practice, Yang Shan's delegation will stay in Dahan for three months before going back, right?"

Zhu Zhanhe thought for a while and suddenly asked.

"Exactly, in the past three months they will discuss with us some issues that exist between the two countries. When the discussions are almost complete, we will also take them to visit Dahan's schools, factories, farms and other places as usual."

Li Qi nodded.

"You think of a way to keep them in Dahan for a few more months. If necessary, you can take them to participate in the arsenal and shipyard!"

Zhu Zhanhe ordered directly.

"How many more months to stay?"

Li Qi was stunned and glanced at Zhu Zhanhe with some confusion, but he still nodded and agreed: "I obey the order!"

"How is the mobilization of the Navy going? Have the warships arrived in Malacca?"

Zhu Zhanhe suddenly asked again.

"Your Highness, the navy has mobilized sixteen warships and is on its way to Manalajia. Calculating the time, we should be able to arrive in two days. In addition, the weapons and materials you requested previously have also been mobilized to Manalajia and are waiting there. Your order!"

Li Qi replied immediately.

At this point, Li Qi suddenly hesitated, and finally couldn't help but ask: "Your Majesty, you mobilized ships and weapons and supplies to Managa, do you have any intention?" When Li Qi said the last word, his eyes changed. He glanced eastward involuntarily.

As early as a year ago, Zhu Zhanhe issued an order to gather naval warships and various military supplies to Manlajia.

Moreover, this order was not issued through the cabinet, but was issued directly by Zhu Zhanhe as the emperor. While giving Li Quanquan the authority to take responsibility, he was also asked to keep it secret, so not many people outside the world knew about it. , even some officials involved in this matter did not know the plans of the superiors.

As the direct executor of this matter, Li Qi had more comprehensive intelligence than others, which also made him suspicious. After all, for such a large military mobilization, apart from the Ming Dynasty, there was no other force worthy of such a big move. .

"We are just making preparations now. As for whether to use troops, it depends on the development of the situation in the future!"

Zhu Zhanhe did not deny it, but answered truthfully that if history really repeated itself, he would certainly not sit back and watch this tragedy happen, and would have no choice but to send troops to intervene.

"I understand!"

Li Qi also looked happy when he heard this, and immediately agreed before retreating.

As for Li Qi, he is now a cabinet minister of the Han Dynasty and is deeply trusted by Zhu Zhanhe. Zhu Zhanhe will consult with him on important government affairs in the court. It can be said that he is now a very popular minister. At this point, there are almost no regrets.

But Li Qi still has one wish, and that is to return home in fine clothes. Especially as he grows older, this wish becomes more and more intense. However, as an important minister of the Han Dynasty, it is not easy for him to return to the Ming Dynasty, even if With Da Ming's permission, I'm afraid I have to return to my hometown under Da Ming's supervision. There is no glory at all.

Now Zhu Zhanhe actually wants to use troops against the Ming Dynasty. Based on Li Qi's understanding of him, this means that Zhu Zhanhe has a certain degree of confidence. If the Han Dynasty can really annex the Ming Dynasty, then Li Qi's wish can really come true. .

So Li Qi was very excited when he left Wuying Hall. Only after leaving the hall did he calm down his mood to avoid being seen.

Zhu Zhanhe looked at Li Qi's leaving figure and couldn't help but smile.

In fact, people who think like Li Qi are not uncommon among the senior officials of the Han Dynasty. However, firstly, the Ming Dynasty is powerful, and secondly, the relationship between the Han Dynasty and the Ming Dynasty is special, and it is really inconvenient for swordsmen to meet, so many people can only treat this kind of The thoughts are hidden in the heart.

"I have made so many preparations in advance, and when the time comes..."

Zhu Zhanhe muttered to himself at this time, and then fell into deep thought again.

Regarding the upcoming Tumu Fort Incident, Zhu Zhanhe's mood is actually very contradictory. He does not want it to happen, but he also feels that this is an opportunity to return to the Ming Dynasty. These two complex emotions are intertwined, and sometimes they are not connected at all. He couldn't tell himself whether he wanted it to happen or not?
However, judging from the current situation, the direction of things will not change due to Zhu Zhanhe's personal emotions. The catastrophe in Tumu Fort is about to happen, so Zhu Zhanhe can only make some preparations in advance. I hope the damage caused by this can be minimized.

As for Yang Shan's mission, the reason why Zhu Zhanhe asked Li Qi to keep him for a few more months was because he felt that this mission might be useful to him. After all, if there was a change in the Ming Dynasty, if there was a mission in hand, he could let him He more legitimately intervened in the power struggle within the Ming Dynasty.

　I'm sick, my throat hurts so bad, I only have one chapter left today.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)