Cai Guogong Mansion.
The yard was busy, and an eleven or twelve-year-old girl was allowed to sit on a stool, looking at the busy people, and she was still a little confused.
The people in the house were also very interested in this little Taoist nun in Taoist robes, but because they didn’t know the details, no one dared to go up and say hello.
Then the girl stood up and used her small steps to measure the width of the yard. After walking around, she tried to record it, but she just plucked her fingers and didn't look very smart. I was still a little distracted for a while.
When Zhang Zhou appeared behind her, she didn't notice it. When she looked sideways and saw a tall figure standing in front of her, she was startled. When she realized it was Zhang Zhou, she quickly saluted. "I've met the master."
Zhang Zhou touched his chin.
I don’t have a goatee, and I always feel that my appearance is much different from that of a Taoist priest. When I hear the girl call me master, I always feel that I should go out immediately, drive her in a carriage, and send her there. The place to send.
"Measuring the width of the courtyard" Zhang Zhou asked.
"Yes." The girl nodded, as if she could not lie in front of her elders based on her previous education.
"Is there any result?" Zhang Zhou asked again.
The girl shook her head and said, "I'm not sure. I just feel that the structure here is different from the yard where I lived before. I seem to know some truths, and I would like to ask the master for advice."
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Zhang Zhou said, "Look at this courtyard, it was built by a famous Taoist. When he built it, he completely followed the methods of Zhouyi. With his accomplishments, he should be on par with your father."
"Is it the master?" The girl was confused.
What kind of Taoist celebrity is there, and who is on par with his father? In today's world, who else can be as famous as the Longhu Mountain Celestial Master besides Zhang Zhou?
Zhang Zhouxiao He smiled and said, "This man's name is Li Guang. I took over this yard after his death. If you want to study the layout of this yard, I can give you the drawings of the yard and you can take them out and study them carefully." ”
The girl doesn’t seem to understand what it means to be human and sophisticated, and she doesn’t even know whether what Zhang Zhou is saying is true or ironic.
She hesitated for a moment, then nodded and said, "Thank you, Master, for the tip. I will study it carefully when I get back."
"Yes."
Zhang Zhou walked towards the moon gate, nodding as he walked.
But I was thinking in my heart, if there are more than one top student in the family in the future, I will have to be a female top student
The attitude towards learning is worthy of praise, and the person is smart, but it seems that she has not learned the right way to go up. , a girl goes to study Taoism, and wants to make some achievements in it, that is not like a fantasy
"I am leaving the capital at noon, and I don't see you bringing any luggage. Either go back and get it." Or prepare one for you." Zhang Zhou said.
"The apprentice will stay with the master from now on." The girl said.
Zhang Zhou said, “I am not your teacher.You just came to my side temporarily to help with odd jobs, to figure out the relationship. But since you are working for me, I will treat it as hiring you, with a salary of two taels of silver per month, taking care of food and housing. After I come back from Yongping Mansion, you can stay or go as you please. ”
The girl was very confused again.
Obviously no one had ever talked to her like this before, and she seemed unable to adapt to Zhang Zhou’s way of speaking and logic.
North Korea, Hanyang City
On this day, Tang Yin and Xu Jing finally received a letter from the capital of the Ming Dynasty. This made Xu Jing very excited and sent the letter to Tang Yin overnight, because he He didn’t have the authority to open it, and he also hoped that this letter would allow them to return to Ming Dynasty.
“This winter is really difficult. "Xu Jing said, "But it would be good to go back. If we go south, it won't be so cold. In my area, it is not so deserted. This place is too desolate. ”
No matter how prosperous Hanyang City was during the Hongzhi period, there was still a gap between it and the main cities of the Ming Dynasty.
In addition, the commercial system here was backward, and most of the time it was barter. Things made Xu Jing feel extremely bored after the initial excitement.
After all, he came from a wealthy family and grew up in a prosperous place like Jianghuai, so naturally he couldn't adapt. This cold and bleak life in a foreign country
As Tang Yin opened the letter, he asked, "Is it because the North Koreans have neglected us recently that you are so eager to go back?"
Since then. Tang Yin put pressure on the leader of North Korea to provide North Korea with a large number of troops and food, and the monarchs and ministers of North Korea began to cry for poverty. In addition, Tang Yin and Xu Jing had been living here for half a year, and they could not accept these two worms. From the beginning, Jinyi The supply of jade and food has gradually lowered the standard. Although the treatment for them is still not bad, it makes Xu Jing complain all the time.
I am not afraid of your poor conditions, but I am worried about your capriciousness. We can’t say anything about giving us this kind of treatment.
I have enjoyed good things, but now I want to send us away with a little difference.
Xu Jingdao said, “Okay, that’s it. It’s enough. Now, it’s serious to go back. "
Tang Yin has roughly finished the first half of the letter and said, "It's not that easy. Even if we go back, we will have to bring the North Korean army with us to fight to Liaodong. "
"A war?" Xu Jing was a little worried.
Tang Yin said, "Probably. Doesn't this also mean that we may have to stay in Liaodong permanently. As for your and my errands, there will be changes after we return. "
"What's the errand?" Xu Jing asked hurriedly.
Tang Yin handed the letter to Xu Jing, and Xu Jing hurriedly looked for information about his new official position in the letter, but after reading it I couldn't find what Tang Yin said after looking around.
Xu Jing looked up at Tang Yin and asked, "Bohu, you are the roundworm in Cai Guogong's belly."
Tang Yindao: "I got news earlier that I might be transferred to Jizhou. It is said that the general structure of Jizhou will be increased. As for whether I should go back to be the governor of Jizhou or be the governor of Jiliao?Overall system, I don’t know. But the premise is that I must bring North Korean soldiers there, and I have people who can be dispatched by myself. ”
Xu Jing smiled bitterly and said, “I’m afraid it’s inappropriate to bring North Korean soldiers to defend our land. What if this group of people rebels?”
Tang Yin seemed to be concerned about this. He didn't have any more opinions and shook his head and said, "Bringing the soldiers and horses back, even to the fields, is just like the Jurchens. They will eventually break up and disintegrate. People who are not my race are indeed not trustworthy." But compared to the Jurchens, the Koreans seem to respect us more. "
"Is there any difference?" Xu Jing disagreed.
Whether they are Koreans or Jurchens, they are only nominally loyal to the Ming Dynasty. In fact, they are all loyal to the Ming Dynasty. They had their own administrative system.
The next day, Tang Yin and Xu Jing went to Jingfu Palace to ask for help. Convey the meaning of the Ming court.
But as soon as they entered the palace, they realized that something was wrong. Then a figure appeared in front of them. It was Pu Yuanzong whom they had not seen for many days. .
"Mr. Tang, why are you here? Are you here to inform me of the war? Our Lord has been waiting for you for a long time. "
Pu Yuanzong was very polite.
Tang Yin said, "What's the matter?"
When anything goes wrong, there must be a monster. Tang Yin noticed that Pu Yuanzong was not in the right mood that day.< /p>
Pu Yuanzong smiled first, and then looked at some retinues not far behind him. He probably wanted to remind Tang Yin that some words were inconvenient to say here. After all, this is the palace of North Korea, and there are many Staring with both eyes.
Then Tang Yin signaled Xu Jing to block the North Korean people behind, while he and Pu Yuanzong walked in front.
Pu Yuanzong had fewer people to stare at. , and then said in a low voice, "I heard that the Ming Dynasty fought another great victory in the northwest. In addition to the previous one in the north of Jizhou, the news of the two battles also came early this morning. My monarch and ministers were shocked, and they all said We missed our chance. "
Tang Yin said, "If I miss the opportunity to ask you to send troops, even if you listen, the war in the northwest will have something to do with you."
Pu Yuanzong said helplessly, "That's not what I said. Come to think of it, even if we are waving flags and shouting from the side, it also shows our attitude. But now"
The look in Pu Yuanzong's eyes was obviously asking for something.
Tang Yin no longer needed to give Pu Yuanzong any face at this moment, and said coldly, "You want me to speak for you or even express You have already sent out troops."
"This is not the intention. This is to deceive the emperor and ignore the superior, and my lord cannot do this. "Pu Yuanzong said, "But the current situation is very complicated and it's hard to say. "
Tang Yin showed enough momentum and said, "I am about to inform you that our Duke Cai is about to lead troops to Liaodong. "
"Ah"
Pu Yuanzong was startled and asked hurriedly, "You are here about my affairs in North Korea"
Tang YinHe said, "The Ming Dynasty built hundreds of sea ships. From now on, most of the goods between the imperial court and Liaodong will be transported by sea. From now on, customization will be formed. In my opinion, if Cai Guogong really wants to go to Liaodong, he may also be targeting the Jurchens , isn’t your big problem in Korea also the Jurchens?”
“Yes, yes.” Pu Yuanzong almost wiped his sweat.
Although he nominally listened to Tang Yin's words, in the end he was also a minister of the Joseon Dynasty and the second in command of the Joseon Dynasty.
This would make him sell North Korea directly and completely devote himself to Tang Yin's family, which seems unrealistic.
Hearing that Zhang Zhou was not targeting North Korea, he was somewhat relieved.
Tang Yin said, "Twenty thousand soldiers and horses are not enough. Now we need thirty thousand soldiers and horses. Food and grass must also be prepared. Whether you sell iron or go bankrupt, this is not within the scope of my consideration. I just want you to send troops now. It’s not possible to fool around like before.”
“We may have to discuss this with my master,” Pu Yuanzong said.
Tang Yin said angrily, "Whose side are you on? You were waiting and watching before. I can still understand that now that I have put a knife on your neck, you are still discussing something so calmly."
p>"How can I make the decision on things like Coco?"
Park Yuanzong was also aggrieved.
Although he is the most powerful person in North Korea, he is still nominally the second-in-command. He has to obey the leader of the country. After all, he is still a nominal minister.
Tang Yin said, "Then take me to see the person who can make the decision quickly. If he doesn't listen again, you should give him some advice. This matter cannot be delayed any longer."
Pu Yuanzong looked back. He looked at the followers who had caught up.
That look in his eyes clearly said, and you have also seen it, I am not conspiring with the envoys of the Ming Dynasty. He is clearly asking me difficult questions, and I am also arguing with reason.
Inside Gyeongbokgung Palace.
The courtiers of North Korea were all put outside to wait. Only Tang Yin, Xu Jing, Pu Yuanzong and Liu Ziguang were allowed to stay inside, as well as the leader of North Korea, Li Yi.
"Mr. Tang, I have understood what you said." Li Yi lowered his head and admitted his mistake and said, "We will dispatch 30,000 troops and horses, but we can only mobilize them from the royal city. , maybe even less than 10,000, only seven or eight thousand soldiers and horses, and the rest of the troops have to be allocated from each road. As for the food and grass, they can only rely on them, because since last year, our drought has not been eliminated. , we are also very short of food."
Tang Yin said, "This time we are sure that we can mobilize all the troops and horses to Liaodong within ten days, right?"
Li Yi said, "Ten days." It's a bit difficult, fifteen days at most. After all, not all the troops and horses are mobilized from the north, but also from the south. When the news is passed, it will be a few days before they mobilize the troops."
Xu Jing smiled and said, "No matter how late it is, ten days should be enough. Your territory is not that big, so why delay?"
Li Yi looked at Xu Jing and said pitifully, "WeThere were not that many horses, and they needed livestock to transport food and other supplies, so they couldn't move fast. If only people leave, they can only bring some dry food at most, which will not be of great help to the dispatch of troops to Liaodong. I believe that what His Majesty hopes now is that we can provide more help. ”
“Then fifteen days. "Tang Yin said, "Before the end of the year, the troops and horses must arrive in Liaodong. I will lead the troops myself. "
Liu Ziguang hurriedly reminded, "Master Tang, most of our soldiers and horses only understand our own language and cannot understand your instructions unless someone is assisting you. How about you hire more people who understand the Chinese language to help you?"
It doesn't mean that you don't accept Tang Yin as the coach, it just means that you need to send more people to help Tang Yin.
Actually, that's true. Tell Tang Yin that you are just a nominal commander. We are in charge of marching and other matters. If you want to dismantle our army or even sell it, our generals will not let you succeed. You should leave as soon as possible. Make this plan.
Tang Yin said, "I haven't learned anything else after being here for so long, but I have learned some of your words. All I need is to pair me with someone who can speak both languages and explain it in the middle. "
"I'm afraid this won't work," Liu Ziguang said hurriedly.
Pu Yuanzong hurriedly gave Liu Ziguang a hand.
He seemed to be reminding Liu Ziguang, you Don't worry about finding someone. Those soldiers are also our compatriots, and the coach is also Tang Yin. What do you really want to do?
Li Yi said, "Mr. Tang, otherwise, let Mr. Pu also follow you." Let's go together and let him help you, what do you think?"
"Yeah"
As soon as these words came out, even Pu Yuanzong couldn't help but turn around and look at Li Yi.
< p>What does this mean?I plan to "distribute" all the heroes who helped you ascend to the throne. I will lead 30,000 troops in name. It seems to be a very heavy job, but as long as you, Park Yuanzong, are not in Hanyang City, then you will not be able to tell the king and North Korea's political affairs, which means you have lost the right to speak. Please remember to bookmark this chapter. The latest and fastest website is free to read without anti-theft