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Chapter 542 Mao Wenlong Enters Beijing

Although the red card system is very good, it is based on strength.Without a strong national and military power, the golden letter red card is of little effect, and it is even a joke.

For example, at the beginning of Jiajing, the leader of Mengyang, Silun Jiumu Bangyi, comforted Hanlie, and sent troops to attack Burma, smashing it, killing and plundering it, and dividing up its land.At that time, the Ming Dynasty's mediation with golden characters and red cards was invalid.

When the Burmese Mangrui style rises, I hope that the Ming Dynasty will recognize it and confer titles to officials. The negligence of the Ming Dynasty will arouse Burma's dissatisfaction and lead to Burma's independence.

It was also in the mid-Jiajing period that due to the destruction of the Ming Dynasty’s golden letter and red card system, the mishandling of Myanmar prompted Myanmar to separate from the Ming Dynasty.

It's easy to make gold and red cards, and it's not difficult to distribute them.But when the brand didn't play a role in application, the face was also slapped.

It is not my face, but the face and dignity of the Ming Empire.

The emperor's eyes were fixed, he was a little bit reluctant, but also a little helpless, he put the gold letter and red card back.

In the southwest, or in Yunnan, the strength of the Ming army is not strong enough, and it will take some time for the red card to be issued.

If it is useless to issue it, it is better not to issue it, and the prestige of the Ming Empire will be lost in vain.

In Yunnan, miasma is frightening and densely covered with forests.Similarly, neighboring countries such as Myanmar and Annan are suffering from unbearable heat, raging mosquitoes, complex terrain, and even more terrifying existence of tropical and subtropical jungles.

The environment, climate, water and soil, miasma, poisonous insects... These are the most dangerous and complex enemies, not the fighting power of those barbarians.

Therefore, the chieftain soldiers in Yunnan are the most suitable ready-made troops. The Ming army has to be stationed for a long time and live in Yunnan for a period of time to adapt.

Of course, it doesn't have to be Yunnan. Guizhou, Guangxi, and Sichuan in the southwest also have similar environments and climates.In other words, in these provinces, elite divisions suitable for subtropical jungle operations can also be trained.

Sharpen the knife without cutting firewood by mistake!More haste less speed!
The emperor slowly closed the drawer until the gold medal with the scarlet letter disappeared from sight.

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The capital is still immersed in the celebration of the Chinese New Year, even though it is already the fifth day of the new year.

It was at this time that Mao Wenlong and the others entered the capital, and the long-lost feeling suddenly arose, Gou Zhenhuai was stronger than Mao Wenlong.

The reason is very simple. Mao Wenlong has not been to the capital for more than 20 years, and his impression has been blurred, while Gou Zhenhuai has only been there for a few years.

When they were far away, Mao Wenlong's mind was already shaken.The capital stands tall and majestic in the wind and snow, showing the majesty and strength of the empire.

"It has been renovated." Gou Zhenhuai said with emotion: "My imperial capital of the Ming Dynasty should be so solemn and majestic that it will convince the barbarians."

Mao Wenlong nodded, lamenting the financial resources of the imperial court and the strength of the country.

Of course they didn't know that this was the city wall repaired by the imperial court using the tens of thousands of Liao people who entered the pass for relief with work.In addition, there are also the ruins of the three main halls to be cleaned up, and the facilities in the capital to be constructed.

It can be said that the capital city is not the same as it was a few years ago from the inside to the outside.I dare not say anything else, cleanliness, order, and stability, the emperor dare to say that it is the best in the world.

From the mouth of the missionaries, the emperor also knew what European cities look like now. Dirty, chaotic, and poor are the best descriptions.

When Mao Wenlong, Gou Zhenhuai and others entered the city, their eyes lit up.

The spacious roads, tidy streets, and shops along the streets, even if the roads are covered with snow, can be seen to be orderly.

Sidewalks were padded on both sides of the road, which was the design and planning of the emperor.It is safe for pedestrians to walk on it without blocking the road.

Some shops closed their doors for rest, and some were still open for business.Even those who closed their doors to rest had bright red couplets posted and lanterns hung, and those that were open were decorated with lights and festivities.

Mao Wenlong pretended to be reserved, instead of turning his head vigorously to look left and right, he took in the bustling scene in his eyes.

Gou Zhenhuai was very surprised, he was born in Jin Yiwei, but what he saw was the order amidst the prosperity.

In the capital, there are many honorable and high-ranking officials of the royal family, and there are also many wealthy businessmen, most of whom have backgrounds and backers.There are countless common people who come and go from south to north, but there is no chaos here, or chaos.

Of course, Gou Zhenhuai didn't know that the commander of the Wucheng Bingmasi was Lu Xiangsheng, who was fair and honest, and was under strict control.What's more, he has the full support of the emperor.

Whether it is the royal family, nobles, or ordinary people, they will be punished if they break the law, and the soldiers and horses of the five cities will never be lenient.Even, the more noble the status, the more severe the punishment.

In their different thoughts, Mao Wenlong and others first went to the Ministry of War to report.Although it was still a holiday, there were still people on duty in the Ministry of War, and they were notified to wait for Mao Wenlong and others.

After the report was completed, Mao Wenlong and other talents came to the post and were arranged to stay.

"The year is not over yet, if you work normally, you have to wait for a few days?" Gou Zhenhuai is not sure, he wants to visit relatives and friends.

Mao Wenlong thought for a while, then cupped his hands and said, "Long live is hardworking, and he is very concerned about Liaodong, so it is hard to judge when to call."

Gou Zhenhuai nodded and said, "It's okay, there is no curfew in the capital, which is much more convenient."

The palace will be closed and locked at night, and the courtiers will not be called to the palace at night if there is no urgent matter.

Mao Wenlong understood what Gou Zhenhuai meant, and was also a little moved, thinking of visiting this bustling capital.

"It's getting late, let's go outside for a walk?" Gou Zhenhuai saw Mao Wenlong's thoughts, and said with a smile: "Although I have been away for several years, some good places must still be there, so I can be a half guide."

Mao Wenlong was still pondering, but the guards below showed eagerness and looked over.

With a laugh, Mao Wenlong glanced at everyone and said, "As you wish, you can see the prosperity of this capital."

After a pause, Mao Wenlong reminded solemnly: "Remember that this is the foot of the emperor, so please be restrained by this commander. Whoever dares to cause trouble, the military law is ruthless."

They are all rough soldiers, and Mao Wenlong also knows that there are many dignitaries in the capital, and it will be troublesome to offend any one.

Moreover, the emperor's mind is unpredictable, and it is hard to say who will give the military power of Liaodong.

Mao Wenlong and Gou Zhenhuai didn't know, they hadn't entered the capital yet, and the emperor already knew their specific itinerary and the approximate time of their entry.

For the military command of Liaodong, the emperor also had a candidate, and it was basically determined to be Mao Wenlong.Of course, entering the palace for an audience is also a test, but it is not a decisive factor.

People's thinking will change, and people's temperament and disposition will change, which is determined by the environment.

But the emperor believed that a rigorous and reasonable system was the safest, more reliable than judging people's nature after one or two meetings.

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(End of this chapter)