I'm sure of the prosperous age of Kangxi and Qianlong!

Chapter 42 Marriage and Marriage
After handling civil affairs and military affairs, the rest will be much simpler.

The three county magistrates, Wang Yuan, Zhu Kui and Wu Guanyu, took turns reporting on local affairs.

Zhu Kui, the magistrate of Zhuluo County, encountered another storm shortly after his return to office.The main thing I have been doing this month is disaster relief, so there is nothing important to report. I just want to request the treasury to allocate more grain to fill Taicang.

In this regard, Zhu Yijiong is all right.Moreover, a new county is about to be established in Luzi Port, and there will still be a lot of money and food expenditures.

While approving Zhuluo County Magistrate's petition, Zhu Yijiong also issued an order to mobilize Taiwan and Fengshan County Kang Yuxiang soldiers and officials to go north.Assist Zhuluo County to establish a grain borrowing and taxation department as soon as possible, at least to make Zhuluo County self-sufficient.

Taiwan County belongs to Fuguo County, so what Wu Guanyu reported was very different from what Wang Li reported.

Only Wang Yuan, the magistrate of Fengshan County, reported that the banditry in the area under his jurisdiction had become increasingly serious recently, and most of them were deserted soldiers of the Qing and Ming armies (miscellaneous soldiers).

These deserters joined forces with local bandits and bandits. They did not dare to directly attack large households in the county, nor did they dare to attack and kill the grain transport soldiers, but they liked to plunder the countryside.

The entire grassroots level of Fengshan County was in a state of turmoil due to this gang of bandits. The county magistrate Wang Yuan was determined to suppress the bandits, but as soon as the "officers and soldiers" came, the bandits immediately settled in the village.

Although the local soldiers had weapons, they had no armor, let alone artillery.On the plains, you can still defeat bandits with more numbers, but in the ravines, there is nothing you can do.

Therefore, Wang Yuan asked Zhu Yijiong to allow the Xiang barracks to be armed, that is, equipped with armor, rattans, muskets, and even artillery.

Zhu Yijiong sternly refused this memorial without even thinking about it.Later, he publicly reprimanded Wang Yuan as a county magistrate. He should put people's livelihood first and generals should worry about military affairs.

It is true that King Zhu didn't know that Wang Yuan's report seemed to be to suppress bandits, but in fact it was a fight for power, and the fight was still for the military power.

Even, this may not be what Wang Yuan himself meant.

However, no matter who means it, Zhu Yijiong's attitude has always been unyielding on the issue of military power.

The Xiang barracks were just to allow the officials under their command to better borrow food, and at the same time to allow the Ming Dynasty's decrees to go to the countryside.

Moreover, although the side troops are set up, they are all eliminated from the regular troops, and their combat effectiveness is inherently low.King Zhu also added an extra layer of insurance and restricted the armaments of the Xiangbing camp so that it could only serve as a logistics force rather than a combat force.

Civil servants should do what civil servants should do. It is better to let military generals take responsibility for military warfare.

Of course, there is indeed a problem of bandits in Fengshan County, and Zhu Yijiong's solution is also very simple, which is to order the fourth town of the New Army to be moved to Fengshan County.

It just so happened that the Fourth Town of the New Army had just completed basic training and had not yet fought in a war.It's just right to use these bandits to see blood, and it's not impossible to defeat them. By the way, we can also get some prisoners to send to Taipei to cut down trees.

After the report on matters in Fucheng and the three counties was completed, Zhang Yue and Lai Chi also made a symbolic report.

Zhang Yue, the chief officer of the Lifan Division, has now basically straightened out the situation of the Fourth Fan Society in the north, and has made it clear to the leaders of the Fan Society that King Zhu plans to recruit troops to establish the Fan Division.

The leaders of the Fourth Society were very happy about this and none of them refused.Although they were naturalized, they actually only spoke Chinese, lived in Han territory, and used Han things, just like the wolf soldiers in Guangxi.

Isn't it just to serve as a soldier for King Zhu? They are familiar with this business. Ouyang Kai, the commander-in-chief of Taiwan Town who was killed before, had recruited them.

Now I just go back to my old job, and I also get paid.

After Zhang Yue finished playing, it was Lai Chi's turn. This guy was called to pay homage to King Zhu (to make up the numbers). He didn't know what to play and had nothing to play.

Zhu Yijiong has long known how many troops there are in Zhuluo County and their combat strength.

However, Zhu Yijiong did not intend to withdraw Laichi, the commander-in-chief of Zhuluo County.Zhuluo County is located in Taipei, although the plan to establish a county for immigrants has been finalized.

However, Zhuluo County soldiers not only cannot be withdrawn, but must be formally organized and regularized to ensure their combat effectiveness.

After all, whether it is the subsequent immigration to establish a county or the Ming Dynasty's money bag (camphor), it is the top priority, and a force must be stationed for a long time.

The four direct towns are capital for future battles and cannot be easily mobilized.The two new towns were all reorganized from the surrendered troops of Du Junying's tribe. Not to mention the Chaoshan soldiers, even the Hokkien soldiers among them cannot be easily trusted.

After everyone finished playing, the second morning dynasty of the Ming Dynasty was over. Zhu Yijiong announced that the dynasty would disperse, and Zhu Ding stopped writing later.

However, just when everyone was about to bow and leave, Wang Li suddenly made a big salute: "I am reporting to the country, I have my own memorial!"

"Huh? What does Wang Qing want to say?" Zhu Yijiong was stunned for a moment and then asked.

"A country cannot be without a king for a day, nor can it be without a queen for a day..."

Wang Li said and bowed down directly: "Now that the Ming Dynasty has been restored, our country is becoming more and more prosperous, and our army and horses are strong. I ask you to oversee the establishment of the country as soon as possible, so as to determine the foundation of the country based on the people's support!"

After saying this, Wang Li bowed with great ceremony.

As soon as he opened his mouth, all the civil servants, including Liang Wenxuan, knelt down.

Everyone shouted in unison: "Please, Your Majesty the Governor of the Kingdom, establish a queen, and determine the foundation of the country based on the people's hearts!"

At this time, Yang Gong and other generals on the other side finally reacted. The one who didn't react (Lai Chi) was also dragged to his knees by Zhang Yue, who reacted next to him, and started shouting.

Zhu Yijiong was completely stunned. He really didn't expect that he would be forced to get married one day even after traveling through time.

The ones who forced the marriage were a bunch of big men...oh, there were two old men as well.

Zhu Yijiong subconsciously wanted to refuse: "This matter will be discussed later..."

Wang Li seemed to have expected it, with a solemn look on his face: "Your Highness, please stand as queen!"

It's as if you won't get up if you don't agree.

The rest of the people, including Yang Gong and other generals, also followed suit.

At first, Zhu Yijiong thought that he was just a rebel. He seemed to be sitting on a powerful platform, with tens of thousands of troops, and his wings were growing.

However, it is extremely difficult to reverse the Qing Dynasty and restore the Ming Dynasty in a corner of the Taiwan Strait.

Therefore, Zhu Yijiong had no time to think about the issue of marriage and children, so he was busy and forgot about it.

However, he ignored the feelings of his subordinates, especially civil servants such as Wang Li.People have joined the group, so they naturally hope that the Ming Dynasty will become bigger and stronger. Not to mention resisting the Qing Dynasty and restoring the Ming Dynasty, at least they should divide the north and the south and conquer the world together!

Whether or not there are descendants is the core key to a feudal regime, even as much as King Zhu immediately conquering a mansion... no, a province.

In other words, as long as Zhu Yijiong has an heir, even if he dies immediately, Wang Li and others can support the young master, stabilize people's hearts, and continue to fight against the Qing Dynasty.As for descendants, you have to get married first before you can have any descendants!
Therefore, King Zhu has been king for almost half a year, but he has yet to establish a queen, not even a concubine, which really makes Wang Li and the others impatient to wait.

Even if Wu Alan hadn't been there, Wang Li would have almost suspected that King Zhu was just as good as Long Yang.

That's all, marriage is a major matter, no matter in the past life or this life, you will have to face it sooner or later.

Since he has this status in this life, getting married and having children is no longer his preference, but what people want.

"That's all, you can take care of this matter..."

Zhu Yijiong took a deep breath, broke the pot, and just got married.

A smile appeared on Wang Li's face, and he bowed solemnly: "I am waiting for you to receive the decree! Long live the prison country!"

Three days later, the fourth day of September.

Zhu Yijiong was woken up early in the morning by the eunuch in the palace. Naturally, this eunuch was the one who read out the edict of becoming king.

After waking up, Zhu Yijiong was served by the palace servants, put on his own dragon robe, and put on a hat embroidered with gold dragon patterns.

Dressed neatly, Zhu Yijiong left the palace.When they arrived at the main hall, they saw all the civil servants and military officers present. Even Lai Chi, the commander-in-chief of the various armies, had not left. He even wore a suit of military commander's armor, which looked quite formal.

Seeing Zhu Yijiong, who was wearing a red dragon robe, come out, Wang Li took the lead in bowing: "I will bow to His Royal Highness, Your Highness, Long Live Long Live Your Highness!"

The rest of the people followed suit and bowed down.

Zhu Yijiong's face was expressionless, and he raised his right hand in vain: "Everyone please stand up!"

Everyone stood up, and Wang Li said again: "Please ask the prisoner to move to the Ancestral Temple!"

The so-called Ancestral Temple is actually a separate room in the original palace for the placement of sacrifices.

The style is also based on the general ancestral temple, but the tablets of the twenty emperors of the Ming Dynasty are carved in order, the four emperors of the Southern Ming Dynasty are added, Jianwen is removed, and a third prince Zhu is added.

Who told King Zhu to recognize him as a descendant of Prince Zhu San? He was not allowed to give Baian Bao's father the title of emperor, nor was he allowed to disobey Bao Yi's ancestor and abolish Emperor Jianwen's will.

Go to the Imperial Ancestral Temple, and as the supervisor of the Ming Dynasty, offer sacrifices and bow to the ancestors in the Imperial Ancestral Temple. This is considered to be the end of the consolation.

As for the rest, it was about welcoming the bride and registering her. King Zhu was basically a wooden figure throughout the whole process.

Wang Li, the master of the palace, personally presided over the ceremony, and Zhu Yijiong did what he said.It has to be said that ancient wedding ceremonies were really cumbersome, especially the richer they were, the more cumbersome they were, and even so cumbersome that there was no joy at all.

His face was expressionless throughout the whole process, and he couldn't speak loudly, let alone laugh casually. He didn't look serious like he was getting married.

It has to be said that, besides being a good official, Wang Li is also a master of ceremonies.

At least Zhu Yijiong felt that I didn't understand anything, but I was greatly shocked.

By the time this series of serious and tedious rituals ended, the sky had already darkened.

Wang Li and other civil servants and generals who attended the wedding of King Zhu did not leave. They all gathered in the courtyard of the palace and set up a banquet to eat and drink.

Civil servants and military generals exchanged cups, exchanged glasses of wine, and soon someone came to the table and was dragged off by the guards...

At this time, Zhu Yijiong had arrived at his new room in the palace.

The house had been decorated with red candles the day before, and after King Zhu left this morning, red quilts were quickly put on.

The bride in a red wedding dress sat dignifiedly on the edge of the bed, her graceful figure reflected in the dim candlelight.

Under the flickering candle shadow, it has a unique flavor.

On the table beside the bed, there were some wine and food, plus a jade Ruyi.

I was obviously extremely nervous for the past three days, and even had trouble sleeping last night. But now that it's here, I'm suddenly not afraid anymore.

Zhu Yijiong stepped forward and picked up Yu Ruyi, then gently lifted up the bride's red hijab.

The bride raised her head slightly and saw that familiar face.

"Alan."

Zhu Yijiong was surprised, but she didn't feel disappointed at all. Instead, she was slightly happy.

This old guy is indeed a wonderful person!

"Zhu... Brother Zhu."

Zhu Yijiong smiled happily: "Madam, you should call us husband now."

"Hu... husband."

After Wu Alan finished reading, he immediately lowered his head shyly.

Zhu Yijiong looked at the other person's face. Although she had applied makeup, not only was there no makeup look, but she looked fresher and more beautiful. People couldn't help but feel pity at the first glance.

As if feeling Zhu Yijiong's gaze, Wu Alan raised his head slightly and met each other's eyes.

"Madam, it's getting late, it's time to rest."

"Um……"

"It's quite hot out here. Husband, please help you undress!"

"Okay...ah, I'll take it off myself, Brother Zhu is so stupid..."

"..."

　We have never been married, so we can only write like this. Just laugh ┭┮﹏┭┮
　　
　
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