Ming Dynasty is kind.

Absolutely benevolent, there is no doubt about that.

But when Ming needs something, then you are just breathing, which is also wrong.

This point has gradually become a consensus among the new generation of royal children.

Today's Ming Dynasty has extended from steam engines to trains and railways, so Ming Dynasty's original steel production has become in short supply. The advantages of trains and railways undoubtedly far outweigh the current shortcomings, so Ming Dynasty needs more steel to supply this cause.

develop.

As a result, problems arise and needs arise.

Therefore, the Japanese state was guilty, and Japanese workers were in urgent need.

The answer to this problem is that the Ming Dynasty needed to use political and military power to promote the construction of trains and railways.

Then war becomes an inevitable option.

The logic is established, the reasons are sufficient and cannot be refuted.

As for what would happen to the Japanese nation and what would happen to the enemies under the iron hooves and muzzles of the southern expeditionary army, this was not within the scope of consideration of the new generation of rulers of the Ming Dynasty.

But among the young power players, it is necessary to ensure that there are people with opposing views and voices of opposition.

Zhu Gaochi played such a role perfectly.

When the third generation members of the royal family became eager for military glory, he acted as the calmest opponent.

"The imperial court is now vigorously renovating the Yellow River channel, which costs tens of millions. Preparations have also begun for the other two new cement roads proposed by Xie Jin, which also cost a lot of money.

There are also the northern and southern expeditions that have been going on in the past few years. The current reforms in the court require a lot of money and food.

Even though the annual income of the imperial court has increased a lot in the past few years,... at this time, the imperial court may not be able to support Cao Guogong's army to conquer the Japanese country."

Zhu Gaochi spoke in a very calm tone and pointed out several major expenditures and difficulties faced by the imperial court today.

The military strategy of conquering Japan was to be able to provide the Ming Dynasty with a steady stream of Japanese workers, as well as other gold and silver mines in the Japanese territory reported back by the army that suppressed Japan.

But these can only be obtained after occupying the entire Japanese territory. Before that, the court still had to spend unpredictable money and food to supply the real Japanese army on the front line.

Zhu Yunxi looked at Xiaohan, who had shown great success today, and his eyes indicated that the opponent should continue to break the game.

Zhu Shangbing did not live up to his expectations and looked at Xiaopang calmly: "Brother Chi, now that the imperial court is implementing the method of military merit, the soldiers are eager to fight. With the Japanese army in front, our army does not have to worry about the unknown situation on the front line.

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As for the consumption of grain and fodder, this year's Northern Expedition is almost over. The grain and fodder transported by the warehouse in Huai'an Prefecture are all the grain and fodder sent back from Jiaozhi Road last year. This year's summer grain and autumn grain will be produced in a short time.

Sent back.

By that time, our officers and soldiers will be highly motivated to fight, our troops and horses will be strong, there will be no shortage of food and grass, and there will be generals on the front who are familiar with the area, so why worry?"

Is this the little fool from the second uncle’s family?

Zhu Gaochi blinked his eyes, not sure that Zhu Shangbing, who was standing in front of him with his head held high and his chest high, was no longer the Bing brother he knew in the past.

Zhu Shangbing had a faint smile on his lips: "This time it was too hasty. In my opinion, the imperial court could first find the faults and problems of Li's Korea, and first conduct a survey of Li's Korea, which would take three or four years.

Kung Fu heals the place.

Then, using Li's Korea as a springboard, we can mobilize the forces of Shandong Province, Hebei Province, Beiping City, and Liaodong City to continuously cross the sea and attack the Japanese country. This is the safest way."

Zhu Gaochi opened his mouth. He could no longer express in words how shocked he felt now.

Brother Bing not only thought of how to solve the problem of managing the Japanese country at the moment, but also thought of a longer-term and safer way.

The ancestral grave of the second uncle’s family…?

Pooh!

That is also my ancestral grave!

Zhu Gaochi was extremely surprised and puzzled.

However, Zhu Yunxi chuckled and waved his hand: "I will leave it to Brother Bing to handle the affairs of Japan. Write a memorial and send it to Wenyuan Pavilion and hand it over to Wei Guogong and Mr. Ren Ge for deliberation and drafting."

He had always just watched Zhu Yunxi and Zhu Gaochi discuss important affairs of the country, society and the country, and Zhu Shangbing could only act as a foil to carry out various matters.

Now, Ming Dynasty has officially and comprehensively managed the affairs of Japan, and has just left it in its own hands.

This undoubtedly made Zhu Shangbing very happy.

He even held up his hands and said, "Then I'll go now?"

Zhu Yunxi narrowed his eyes, with an encouraging smile on his face: "Go ahead, remember to write beautifully, and don't let the memorial given to you by Ren Hengtai be lost."

"I know, I know."

After receiving the agreement, Zhu Shangbing's face was full of smiles, and he couldn't hide his joy. He disappeared in front of everyone in a flash, and he didn't know where he was going to write the memorial.

Zhu Gaochi looked helplessly as Xiaohan left with joy and sighed silently. He glanced at Zhang Ergong, the new left minister of the Ministry of Works.

Without saying a word, Zhang Ergong said with understanding: "Your Highness, the verification of the train is almost over today. Rong Chen will take someone over to check it out."

"Yes." Zhu Yunxi nodded, looking faintly at the chubby guy next to him with a tense face.

Xiaopang's concern for the country and the people was all reflected on his face.

Zhu Yunxi didn't say anything, he just put his hands behind his back and turned around, watching Zhang Ergong lead the people to the railway ahead.

Zhu Gaochi clasped his hands together and walked slowly to the edge of the stands.

"Tell me, is there anything else that our Ming Dynasty Prince Yan can't figure out?"

Zhu Yunxi didn't turn around, he just said something quietly.

Zhu Gaochi, who was standing next to him, rolled his eyes and hummed: "I just think that managing the Japanese country is not a bad thing, and it will even be of great benefit to the court."

"But you still feel that it is inappropriate to comprehensively invade Japan at this time."

Zhu Gaochi nodded and said: "The military governs the people, and the people have their share. Now the court is implementing the New Deal, internal affairs practice, and people's livelihood. Ninety-nine percent of the court's energy is focused on the country. If military strategy is launched at this time, will the court really be able to take full control?"

This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! The Japanese army must comprehensively attack the Japanese country, and Yingtian must send more troops there.

And it can’t just be a few thousand people.

Enough soldiers and horses are needed in the military formation, and more officers and soldiers are needed to suppress local areas after the war.

The imperial court had to send another 20,000 to 30,000 soldiers and horses to make everyone feel relieved.

But once so many soldiers and horses are mobilized for reinforcements, the court will have to be busy for a long time, involving several yamen. Now that the New Deal is in full swing, will the court have enough energy to handle the matter of increasing the troops?

All done?

This is a big question mark in Zhu Gaochi's mind.

Zhu Yunxi finally turned his head: "A nine-border expedition to the north will cost the court a lot of effort? Will a march to the south cost the court a lot of effort?"

Zhu Gaochi sighed and said helplessly: "The reason why you brought me here today to watch Zhang Ergong verify the trains and railways is because you want to deal with the affairs of Japan?"

At this moment, Zhu Gaochi finally understood why, early this morning, as soon as he walked into the tax office, Brother Xi rushed behind him and pulled him out of Yingtian City without any explanation.

This is to first present a benefit that Da Ming cannot refuse, then point out the problem, and finally provide a solution.

What's the solution?

That is to manage the Japanese country.

In fact, regardless of whether he agrees with it or not, Brother Xiu will make the final decision on the comprehensive expedition to the Japanese country. This can be explained from Brother Xiu's past, intentional or unintentional, attitude towards the Japanese country.

His Royal Highness the Emperor Taisun of the Ming Dynasty did not like the Japanese country.

This is no longer a secret among many clan and court officials.

But it was because of this that Zhu Gaochi felt in a dilemma.

Brother Xi asked for his own opinion, which was a sign of trust in himself, and also a trust in himself.

There is invisible pressure on my shoulders.

Zhu Gaochi's eyes changed several times.

Zhu Yunxi reached out and patted Xiaopang on the shoulder: "Actually, it is still the same saying, war is always a derivative of politics. The Ming Dynasty is now fully managing the Japanese country, not just because of my personal preference, nor because the Ming Dynasty really lacks those things.

Japanese workers."

"Then what are you doing for?"

Zhu Gaochi was outside, staring at Zhu Yunxi with puzzled eyes.

Zhu Yunxi explained: "In addition to the current New Deal, Ming Dynasty also needs a bottom-up innovation."

This is a huge proposition.

Zhu Gaochi suddenly frowned, his expression serious.

"Appreciate further details."

Zhu Yunxi looked at the stands under his feet, patted Xiaopang's shoulders twice more, and then took the lead himself, hanging his feet outside the stands and supporting his hands back on the wooden stands.

"The people of the Ming Dynasty are really too miserable. In other words, the people of the Central Plains have had too few ways to make ends meet for thousands of years."

"The imperial court is currently under a new policy. What can be changed is the officials and the army. But what about the people?"
To be continued...