First Minister of Ming Dynasty

First Minister Section 628

Zhang Ximeng didn't explain much, but said: "Arrange according to my wishes, maybe a little potato is the treasure that will change the country of Japan!"

Mao Gui couldn't understand, but he didn't dare to object to Zhang Ximeng's order.

In this way, almost one hundred bags of potatoes were sent to the country of Wa.

This can be regarded as the treasure brought back by the Ming envoy, and it was promoted very smoothly.

Cultivation started on Kyushu Island.

For the one hundred bags of potatoes, Daming also sent two old potato farmers to help.

Just a few months later, the first batch of potatoes had a bumper harvest, and it was still a bumper harvest.

The land of the Wa country is not very fertile, and the terrain is undulating and broken... But this kind of terrain is very suitable for growing potatoes.

A few fields unexpectedly produced a yield of more than [-] catties, and another one unexpectedly produced a yield of [-] catties per mu!

crazy!

Totally insane!

The common people of the Japanese country all knelt on the ground, kowtowed to the potatoes, and called the potato fairy.

There is no way, on such a barren land as the Wa country, there are more than 1000 million people, and the food has always been very scarce. After all their lives, they can only guarantee the supply of rice, and the bottom can only eat some miscellaneous grains and beans.

What kind of non-staple food, fruits and vegetables are all in short supply.

The harvest of potatoes can be regarded as bringing drastic changes to the country of Wa.

First of all, the group of envoys suddenly stiffened their waists.

See it or not, this is Daming's favor.

Potatoes alone have made such a difference.

There are so many good things in Shangguo!

When we bring back a few more items, Japan will be able to change the world.

But...why let Shangguo benefit us?

We also have to be consistent with Shangguo, and we also have to integrate into Chinese civilization... That shogunate is the biggest obstacle. Only by punishing this thief and returning all of them to Shangguo can we have a full stomach and live a good life!

This is obviously a bit of a bluff, but I'm sorry, this is what the Wa country still does.

Especially those farmers who planted potatoes, many of them had a full meal for the first time in their lives!

Soon they realized that potatoes are treasures, priceless treasures, not only will they be planted in the next year, but also if someone wants to buy them, they must pay a sufficient price.

All in all, along with the planting of potatoes, in Kyushu Island, including the southwest of Wa Kingdom, several vassals and towns, as well as envoys, joined forces.

"What we have to do now is to respect the emperor and fight against the barbarians!"

"Respect the Son of Heaven, get rid of the shogunate! Gentlemen, please!"

The full name of the shogun is General Zhengyi, respecting the emperor and expelling barbarians, it is only right and proper!

The successful trial planting of potatoes greatly boosted the morale of the Ming envoys. They seemed to have acquired a kind of magical power, which was not invisible and intangible, but piled up in the cellar. There are so many potatoes, one mu of land is enough to fill the soil. What an amazing thing to feed the whole family!

They even demanded that, in addition to the seeds, the surplus potatoes must be handed over to them for unified control and used as military rations... gnaw on the potatoes and overthrow the shogunate!

What... There are no accidents this month, the second update should be the main one... One is that it is a bit difficult to finish, and the other is to give Xiao a little time to prepare the new book so that it can be connected...

Chapter 869 The Crazy Ming Scientist

The great success of potatoes has also had a considerable impact in Daming.Zhu Xiongying, the emperor's grandson who personally participated in potato planting, was also regarded as a child prodigy, a royal talent, and some people even published it in newspapers and praised it greatly.

It's just that this article was taken by the Department of Defense in the afternoon as soon as it came out.

The person who gave the order was Lao Zhu!

It's not that Lao Zhu doesn't like people to praise his grandson, but the question is how old is the child?

The potato seeds were brought back by the Ma family and his son in exchange for their lives.The planting method was also explored by the big guys, and Zhu Xiongying did some work along with him. Although he also made some records, they were all instructed by Zhang Ximeng and his master Xia Zhifeng.

With this little credit, can he be praised to the sky?

In that case, wouldn't there be child prodigies everywhere?

People from the Ming imperial family and the old Zhu family can't take the lead in doing such a bastard thing.

However, Zhu Yuanzhang was very satisfied with his grandson, and he encouraged Zhu Xiongying to continue on this road.When you really solve the problem and make a contribution, then you will be considered an achievement.

Zhu Xiongying naturally agrees with the teachings of the imperial grandfather.

The little guy is very well behaved.

Zhu Yuanzhang laughed, took Zhu Xiongying's hand, and went to Xu Da's house.

In Xu Da's mansion, Princess Yan Xu Miaoyun continued to live, and she just gave Zhu Yuanzhang a grandson, Zhu Gaochi.

Zhu Xiongying was born very early, even older than several younger uncles, so his parentage has not been determined in time, so he can only be called that.

But when it came to Zhu Gaochi, he finally entered the era of the periodic table of elements.

Zhu Gaochi is next to the word fire, and the next generation is earth, then gold, water, wood... In short, it is to be passed on forever.

As Zhu Di's eldest son and Xu Da's grandson, Zhu Gaochi received a lot of attention, and even Zhang Chengtian liked him very much.

Chubby, too rare.

Xu Shi is the same fat man, and they cherish each other. Every time Zhang Chengtian comes over, he will bring gifts to Zhu Gaochi and play with the little guy. Even Xu Da has to admit that Zhang Chengtian is really good to his grandson.

In addition to Zhang Chengtian, Xia Zhifeng will also come. She mainly wants to see Xu Miaoyun... I am ashamed to say that Zhu Di is in the Western Regions to supervise the army. There are a lot of things going on now, and Zhang Shuning is running a school in Longchang again.

Speaking of it, I feel a little sympathetic, and they have a lot to say when they get together.

When Lao Zhu came over today, he first hugged Zhu Gaochi for a while, teased the little guy for a while, and then put him to sleep. The child who is only a few months old only eats and sleeps. He is extremely carefree.

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at it for a while, with a gratified smile on his face, and quietly withdrew, Zhu Yuanzhang said to Xu Da: "How about it, we want to add some burden to your son-in-law!"

Xu Da was startled, and hurriedly said: "His Royal Highness King Yan's burden is already heavy, what more does the superior have?"

In fact, what Xu Da meant, how can you add it?He is now a feudal lord, with his own fiefdom, soldiers and horses.Could it be possible to advance one step further and let him be the crown prince?

Will you abolish Zhu Biao?

Let's not joke!

Unexpectedly, Zhu Yuanzhang smiled slightly, "We have read the news of the Japanese country these days and found that they have a general who conquers barbarians. This arrangement is very interesting."

"General Zhengyi? Is it the shogunate who emptied the lord?"

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded slightly, and said with a smile: "In Daming, it's definitely not like this...We want to use the bravery and wisdom of the fourth brother to conquer the barbarians for Daming and unify the universe. Then let the boss guard the house and guard our foundation, what do you think? "

Xu Da was startled, and quickly said: "It's naturally good for the superior to arrange it this way, but he is a general who conquers barbarians, which barbarian does he want to recruit?"

Zhu Yuanzhang blinked, there is no doubt that Zhang Ximeng should be asked about this matter.

Just like that, Zhang Ximeng was also called over, and after hearing Lao Zhu's idea, Zhang Ximeng smiled.

"My lord, there are too many barbarians here... But I think not every barbarian needs to be crusaded."

Old Zhu smiled and said: "Please come here, isn't it just to discuss this matter! You can't be the enemy of the whole world except Ming Dynasty?"

Zhang Ximeng smiled, "My lord, Shengming... We have initially figured out through these years of pioneering and exploration that those remote continents are far away from civilization, and the level of development is too low. They are basically slash-and-burn farming, and many of them use stone tools, which are very backward. To Daming There is no threat either. For these places, we should take gentle measures, supplemented by force, step by step, and we don’t need to worry too much about incorporating them into the Chinese civilization system.”

"What really needs to be guarded against is nothing more than these few places... Timur in the river, his power is rapidly expanding, and it is next to the Western Regions, so it must be conquered. The second is Ottoman. This country is full of fighting spirit and has a large territory. Fast, not to be underestimated. The third is the Western Europe mentioned by Manuel. Although they are also very backward, their constant battles have given them a very powerful military force, which cannot be underestimated."

After hearing this, Lao Zhu groaned for a while, then laughed and said, "According to what you said, if you look westward, except for the Fulin Kingdom, they can actually be regarded as barbarians?"

Zhang Ximeng nodded slightly, indeed.

In the entire western world, East Rome is really worth looking at, marveling at the same experience that East Rome has suffered like Song Dynasty, and also has the same vitality as Xiaoqiang.

Zhu Yuanzhang sighed slightly, "Sir, if you say that, the fourth brother has quite a few enemies!"

Zhang Ximeng nodded, "It takes more work for those who are capable, and I have an idea that if only the financial resources of the Ming Dynasty are used, it will be absolutely difficult to support King Yan to complete such a feat."

Old Zhu smiled, "What's your opinion, Mister?"

Zhang Ximeng said: "Annan is basically settled down now. If it goes well, we can go south to Java and then march to Tianzhu."

Zhu Yuanzhang's heart moved, "Tianzhu? Is it the place where Tang Monk learned Buddhist scriptures?"

"Well, that's right. Tianzhu has fertile land and abundant products. In terms of wealth, it is not much worse than the land of the Central Plains. If you can take Tianzhu, use Tianzhu's financial resources to support the Ming army, and conquer Egypt and other places in the west. Then unite with the Fulin Kingdom, go north to destroy Ottoman, and go west to crusade against Europe, all of which are handy and logical."

The Kun Yu Wan Guo Quan Tu, as early as three years ago, hung in Zhu Yuanzhang's study, Zhang Ximeng, Xu Da's study also has a copy.They often observe the situation overseas, and they have already known it well.

Therefore, Xu Da said: "Mr. Zhang, I have seen that place in Tianzhu. It is indeed a flat river, with superior water and heat, and rich products... But I don't know how Mr. Zhang plans to do it? Or should we focus on the average land?"

Hearing the word Juntian, Zhang Ximeng quickly shook his head, don't be kidding, Juntian at the third brother's place, he wouldn't play like that if he wanted to die.

Therefore, Zhang Ximeng gave a brief introduction to the situation... places like Annan, Waguo, and Korea are all Confucian cultural circles. There is definitely a trace to promote the equalization of land in these places, and there will be support, and there will be crazy support.

But when it comes to the third brother, things are very troublesome.

What they believe is completely different from the Confucian cultural circle.

Although Confucianism also emphasizes the monarch and ministers, father and son, it still says that princes commit the same crime as ordinary people when they break the law.

But when it came to the third brother, he really took this road to the extreme.

The third brother not only divided people into four grades, but also fixed their occupations.

And they also developed a rigorous and rich discourse around caste.

They believe that the meaning of the world lies in the balance between the people and the gods... To put it bluntly, it means that each of them should settle down to his own business, be honest, and do his own thing. good location.

Like Zhu Yuanzhang, who is clearly a pariah but wants to revolt and seize power, that must be a violation of his own duties and will be punished.

The common people of the third brother disdain to do such a thing that loses face and merit.

Therefore, under the caste system of the third brother, the Brahmins at the top are only responsible for religious sacrifices, and to put it bluntly, they are responsible for nurturing the soul and healing internal friction.

What they said is what should be done... As for what needs to be done in reality, they don't know.Because they are superior thinkers.

If you go down to practice research, and your feet are covered with mud, wouldn't you become a pariah!

That is absolutely impossible.

The Kshatriyas, who are under this group of talking nobles, have mastered military power, passed it down from generation to generation, and are generals from generation to generation... Leaving aside the movie, what is their combat effectiveness?

About 1000 years later, the children of the Eight Banners have passed on the Song Erye everywhere, raising birds in cages, number one in the world, and let them fight. Sorry, we don’t do this.

Under these two, there is a group of stinky migrant workers, all of whom work for the old men.What do you want to do? In this life, you will suffer honestly, and in the next life you will be able to ascend in place.

If you think too much, you will go to hell!

In such a place where the hierarchy is strict and there is no thought of making progress, it is impossible to open up the situation simply by relying on Juntian.

The way the three brothers are used to is non-violence. Because of non-violence, they rely on spitting stars and keep saying that it is what Brahmans do. They learn from Brahmans, that is, spiritual Brahmins.

That is a jump in status. As for fighting and killing the enemy, stained with blood, dirty and tired, isn't that a pariah!

Zhu Yuanzhang frowned, Xu Da was very confused.

They are still too young, how can there be such a wonderful place in this world?

"What do you mean, sir, let the fourth child find a way to conquer Tianzhu? Then use Tianzhu's wealth to march west?"

Zhang Ximeng nodded slightly. Actually speaking, the set of things he taught Zhu Di can really be used in Tianzhu!

Zhu Yuanzhang decided to make an order to let Zhu Di return to Beijing immediately to see his fat son, and then discuss the matter of going south.

But at this moment, Xia Zhifeng came to find her. The matter was urgent, and she couldn't even wait for Zhang Ximeng to return home.

Seeing Zhang Ximeng, Xia Zhifeng hurriedly said: "Master, Tao Chengdao is going to go to heaven tomorrow, and I can't persuade you, you old man, you have to think of a way. His snake-shaped car will explode before it goes to the sky, people are sure." There will be no bones left!"

Zhang Ximeng was taken aback, could it be Rocket Ascension No.1?Take care of this matter!

8 Chapter Seventy

Zhang Ximeng and Xia Zhifeng talked about this matter, Zhu Yuanzhang and Xu Da came together, even Zhu Xiongying came, the little guy greeted his master politely, Xia Zhifeng also returned the greeting, and then mainly talked about Tao Chengdao... To be honest, Tao Chengdao was also an authority in the Ming army.

A master of weapons production, he has participated in and contributed a lot to firecrackers, cannons, and even the latest flintlock guns.

This person, including Zhu Ying, Lan Yu, and Zhu Di, has mentioned it to Zhang Ximeng more than once, and he is highly respected...and even hopes that he will become an official and preside over the military weapons supervision.

Tao Chengdao helped Xia Zhifeng because he was planning to build an observatory, and Tao Chengdao helped him. His calculation of the amount of gunpowder was amazing.

Xia Zhifeng also admired this person's ability.

But it is such a great expert in ordnance, but his mind is not on this, and he is not even on his official career. His greatest wish is to fly into the sky, look down at the earth, and appreciate the elegance of the Nine Heavens!