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Qi Tai said, "It's not necessary."

"Oh?" Zhu Gaoxu's attention was immediately attracted, and his movements stopped for a while, and he couldn't help looking up at Qi Tai.

Qi Tai said solemnly, "Japan's Ashikaga Yoshichi, or Minamoto Yoshichi, the commander-in-chief Muromachiden, seems to be implementing a national policy of closing the country. There is no threat to Ming Dynasty, and the sea route is far away. My minister must be more cautious when using troops against Japan." dissuade

The reason is that there is no need to discuss it. "

"Hmm..." Zhu Gaoxu made another habitual voice.

Qi Tai said softly again, "Actually, there is more than one thing, and it's the reason."

Zhu Gaoxu immediately raised his eyes and looked at Qi Tai, who actually looked at him for a moment.According to the etiquette at this time, people cannot look directly at people with higher status, so Zhu Gaoxu paid special attention to Qi Tai's subtle movements.Zhu Gaoxu didn't say a word for a while, and sat there thoughtfully.

Qi Tai also seemed to be deliberately silent, and didn't continue talking.It's strange for the monarch and ministers to talk today. They just said a few words, and then they were cold.

The imperial concubine Miaojin was also nearby, savoring the atmosphere at this time with great interest.

Zhu Gaoxu thought for a while, and finally said, "I don't want to completely destroy Japan, the goal is still the Iwami Silver Mine."

Qi Tai said, "My sage has learned from you that when the war starts, the court had better prepare for the worst and be prepared to accept the consequences of the war. When Jianwen cut down the vassals, the ministers also advocated the same."

Zhu Gaoxu immediately nodded and said, "I agree with Qi Butang's point of view. What do you think is the possibility of a big war if Japan puts all its strength to resist?"

Qi Tai weighed it for a while, and said, "I think, at least more than [-]%."

Zhu Gaoxu stood up, took two steps with his hands behind his back, turned around and asked, "Why?"

Qi Tai said, "More than a hundred years ago, the Yuan army had two battles against Japan. At that time, the Yuan army was like a prairie fire, and had already conquered many places. The prestige of force spread far and wide. But Japan did not Being frightened and surrendering, it can be seen that they have a spirit of bravery and ruthlessness. What's more, with the precedent of repelling the Yuan army, the confidence of the Japanese | has greatly increased, and they will not easily surrender."

"Hmm..." Zhu Gaoxu was noncommittal.

Qi Tai continued, "It has been more than a hundred years since the Yuan army conscripted Japan. Times have changed, and Japan is indeed different. In the Yuan Dynasty, Japan was ruled by General Zhengyi located in Kamakura, and now it should be the head of Muromachi Hall. The shogunate came to power. I checked the old files and collected the information of the past two years, and found that there was a big difference between the past and the present.

Chen believes that Kamakura Prefecture is a bit like a feudal system.Some samurai forces loyal to the general who conquered the barbarians are called "Yujia". They serve the general, help build palaces, defend the shogunate, manage the place, and send troops to the conquest;

The Muromachi shogunate is completely different, the situation is more complicated.The general Zhengyi who established the shogunate back then lived in a place called the "Hana no Yusho", which was also called the Muromachi Hall, so the local people used the Muromachi Hall to refer to the power center of the shogunate.

The Muromachiden and the feudal towns in various places should not be in a simple subordinate relationship, but rather like the leader of the guardian daimyo.The minister's opinion is also based on what happened to the Ouchi family in recent years and speculated.

After the former governor Yoshihiro Ouchi died in battle in a 'rebellion', his two sons vie for the post of governor.Because the youngest son had surrendered to the Muromachiden in the middle of his rebellion, he received the support of the shogunate and was appointed as the governor of the family. The eldest son rebelled;His eldest son actually led his troops to 'Shangluo', and finally got the forced recognition of Muromachiden.It can be seen that Muromachiden has limited power to protect the daimyo, and seems to be only equivalent to the leader of the arbitration. "

"Qi Butang's interpretation makes sense." Zhu Gaoxu said, "Shangluo refers to forcing

palace? "

Qi Tai said, "Hui Sheng said something different. Kyoto was originally called Ping'an Jing, which was modeled after the Tang Dynasty. It was called 'Luoyang' on the left and 'Chang'an' on the right; now the capital is called Luoyang by the locals, and Shangluo means entering Beijing. Leading troops Entering Beijing is indeed suspected of claiming strength, but they seem to have formed some rules. The eldest son of the Ouchi family did not go to Beijing to fight, but to meet the general and the minister, with a very respectful attitude; probably a combination of soft and hard .”

Zhu Gaoxu pondered for a moment, then said, "In other words, the rule of Muromachiden is more loose?"

Qi Tai clasped his fists and said, "According to Zong's confession, the Muromachi Palace is not necessarily more scattered than the Kamakura Prefecture. They have a very complicated marriage and alliance relationship, and they are united with each other. And the current Ashikaga Yoshichi, by provoking two 'rebellions' ', which weakened the two most powerful forces, including the Ouchi family. Now the prestige of Imamurochoden has reached the highest."

When Zhu Gaoxu heard this, he suddenly felt that the Japanese system was very strange, and it was different from the Chinese dynasties.It was quite embarrassing for Qi Tai to be able to roughly figure out the Japanese system from various clues.

Qi Taidao: "I am therefore worried that facing foreign enemies, the current Muromachiden may be stronger than the Kamakura Prefecture in the Yuan Dynasty. Kamakura Prefecture recruited troops from various feudal towns through the reward system. Once there are no more official positions and If the land is rewarded, the interior may become unstable.

But Muromachiden does not need rewards, and the alliance relationship between the guardian daimyos is intricate. When facing foreign enemies, it may be just to not be isolated.The safest way for me is to wait for an opportunity, and when there is a life-and-death infighting in their alliance, it will be easier for me to profit from it. "

How many years would it take to wait for the natural evolution of history?

Zhu Gaoxu said, "The Ouchi clan and the Muromachiden have accumulated grievances, and the balance between them seems to be very fragile. Can you try to provoke | to intensify | the conflict faster?"

Qi Tai said, "What the Holy Majesty said, I think I can try it."

Zhu Gaoxu thought for a while and said, "It's really not possible, so I used elite soldiers to attack, first destroying the prestige of the Muromachi Hall. The strength of our imperial army is not what it used to be."

Qi Tai said, "Then we need to use a large army. Because according to the past estimates of the Yuan army's conquest of Japan, the Japanese army may mobilize an army of less than [-] to fight. If our army is too small, I am afraid it will not be possible."

Zhu Gaoxu pondered endlessly, he had already guessed the conclusion of the court meeting tomorrow morning.Almost all the ministers should dissuade Zhu Gaoxu.From a certain point of view, the ministers are not wrong, but are very dedicated to their duties.

If the rules set by Taizu were followed, Zhu Gaoxu would still be able to start the war arbitrarily and legally; however, standing on the opposite side of all the ministers like this is not a good thing after all.

Qi Tai frowned and said, "My point of view is that it is difficult to achieve the goal without sending out a large army. It is very possible to mobilize the masses. I have also considered the strategy of feigning an attack on the Kyushu area and sending troops to directly occupy Shi Jianguo. However, the Japanese army will definitely continue to attack." Attack Shi Jianguo, then the water and food roads and military supplies of the officers and soldiers will be longer."

Zhu Gaoxu let out a breath, looked at Qi Tai and said, "Although Qi Butang opposes my proposition, I have to thank you. You are very reasonable. You are a good minister with reasons and evidence, and you do your best."

Qi Tai asked, "Your Majesty has decided not to risk conquering the sun?"

Zhu Gaoxu shook his head immediately.

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Chapter 787 The King's New Clothes

The court meeting held at Yumen the next morning, the conclusion was as expected.

The ministers are all dissuading Zhu Gaoxu for various reasons; but because Qi Tai mentioned the point of "necessity" yesterday, Zhu Gaoxu feels that all the ministers' reasons can be attributed to this.

During this period, there were indeed several princes and nobles who supported the conquest of the Japanese army, but the reasons were not convincing.After all, the court meeting is the highest-level substantive|business discussion, and it doesn't mean that the more loyal you are, the more reasonable it will be.

"Your Majesty, I invite you to be judged." Qi Tai's voice came from under the steps.

Zhu Gaoxu sat on a high throne and didn't say a word for a long time.There are clouds and light rain today, and the weather is not so bright when the sun is not visible. There are no lights in the imperial gate in broad daylight, but the light seems a little dark.So his expression and posture were a bit casual, and the ministers couldn't see him clearly anyway.

"I invite you to be judged by the Holy Spirit." Qi Tai's voice came again.

If the monarch and ministers are opposed and do not understand each other at all, it will cause unexpected damage and internal friction to the huge and complicated internal affairs of the country and the current system.Zhu Gaoxu had used a lot of energy before, for example, forgiving most people during the time when the abolished prince was in power, tolerating Xie Jin and letting other officials return to their posts, all in order to express political | political sincerity.

After two civil wars in the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Gaoxu managed to achieve the current situation. He didn't want the ministers to think that he was a militaristic lunatic.

Things seem to have a key problem?Zhu Gaoxu felt that he should not fight alone, or maybe it was some major event, so he should not be too impatient; otherwise, would it be counterproductive?He couldn't judge for a while.

The performance of the ministers today, from a certain point of view, is actually quite a good situation; there are no remarks by some people who ignore the facts just to please the emperor, making the temple a tool for chasing fame and gain .

He finally opened his mouth and said: "Everyone is fair and straightforward, and what you say is also very reasonable. I have to consider this matter more carefully and discuss it later."

"The Holy One is wise!" Qi Tai bowed.Everyone bowed down and shouted long live.At the end of the court meeting, after some etiquette, the people broke up.

After Zhu Gaoxu left Yumen, he didn't show any emotion. He reviewed the memorials as usual and kept his work and rest time.In the evening, I went to Kunning Palace and went to bed with the queen.

The eldest son of the emperor, Zhu Zhanhe, will be seven years old in September this year, but the boy grew slowly when he was young, and Zhanhe is still very small.Zhanhe has no official title either, and still lives in Kunning Palace, where Guo Wei takes care of him.

After dark, Zhu Gaoxu walked into Zhan He's room, and saw a lot of playful things inside.There are small bows and arrows, wooden swords, wooden carved horses, kites and other things.In front of Zhu Gaoxu, Guo Wei scolded Zhan He: "I asked you to study and write with the teacher, and you know how to be greedy and mischievous all day long. Your big companion is also very shameful."

On the contrary, Zhu Gaoxu didn't scold, but just said: "Zhan He, Father usually doesn't spend much time with you, so I'll tell you a story tonight."

Zhan He had just been scolded by his mother, and now he responded resentfully.

Zhu Gaoxu walked to the side of the bed, sat down, recalled a bit, and then began to tell.