Ming Dynasty: Pick up attributes from the battlefield to create the Ming Dynasty

Chapter 275 The Jade with the Character "怀" is on Zhu Wenxi
Imperial edict from His Majesty the Emperor of the Great Ming Dynasty.

As the announcement was read, all the Koreans in the palace, except for the Ming soldiers who responded with clasped hands, knelt and listened respectfully.

"The Emperor, by the order of Heaven and the Mandate of Heaven, declares!"

"past."

"The Kingdom of Goryeo does not respect the legitimate rule of our Celestial Dynasty, but instead submits to the Northern Yuan and has repeatedly violated the territory of our Great Ming Dynasty. This crime is unforgivable."

"now."

“Yi Seong-gye, the former general of Goryeo, cherished the heart of the Celestial Empire, severed ties with the Northern Yuan, and rebuilt Goryeo.”

"I am very pleased."

"From today onwards."

"Depose the original King of Goryeo, strip him of his throne, and by the grace of our Celestial Dynasty, the Ming Dynasty, establish Yi Seong-gye as King."

"Goryeo was originally a vassal state of the Yuan Dynasty, and its original name is no longer acceptable. Now, the original name Goryeo is changed to Joseon."

"Yi Seong-gye was the first king of Joseon, a vassal state of our Great Ming Dynasty."

"Give me the royal seal and the royal robe,"

"Appreciate this."

Zheng Yi read it aloud.

The imperial edict demonstrates the emperor's grace.

this moment.

The entire palace was silent, but Yi Seong-gye was extremely excited at this moment.

"Your Majesty, Li Chenggui."

"Thank you for your great favor, Your Majesty the Emperor of the Great Ming Dynasty."

“Our Joseon Dynasty has been a vassal state of the Ming Dynasty for generations, and has paid tribute to the Ming Dynasty.”

Yi Seong-gye bowed deeply and said loudly.

Followed.

Several officials from the Ministry of Rites of the Ming Dynasty approached Yi Seong-gye carrying boxes.

"He bestows upon the king a royal robe and a royal seal."

Zheng Yi shouted loudly.

Two officials opened the box in their hands, revealing a red royal robe, which was in line with the original Goryeo style, but also carried a Ming Dynasty characteristic. After all, they were subjects of the Ming Dynasty and had to accept the changes brought about by the Ming.

With great excitement, Yi Seong-gye accepted the royal robe and seal.

Looking at these two items, Lee Seong-gye's heart was pounding.

Now that he has gained the recognition of the Ming Dynasty, he is now the monarch of a country.

And this time!
Yi Seong-gye's confidant shouted, "Hurry up and pay your respects to His Highness!"

With that sound.

The people in the palace suddenly came to their senses and turned to face Yi Seong-gye, shouting in unison, "Your subjects pay their respects to Your Highness."

The shouts were equally deafening.

"No gift."

Lee Seong-gye shouted excitedly.

"Thank you, Your Highness."

All the officials of Goryeo—no, they should now be called the officials of Joseon—said their thanks in unison.

After handing the royal robe and seal to his trusted aide, Yi Seong-gye immediately approached Jeong Yi and respectfully asked, "Your Excellency, I wonder if His Majesty the Emperor of the Great Ming has agreed to the marriage alliance?"

This question.

Naturally, I have high expectations.

If he could form a marriage alliance with the Ming Dynasty, especially with the Ming imperial family, his position would be even more secure.

"Bring your daughter up here, let me see her."

"This time, the Emperor of our Great Ming Dynasty has indeed arranged a good marriage for the daughter of the King of Joseon," Zheng Yi said with a serious expression.

Hear this.

Yi Seong-gye was overjoyed and immediately said, "Kyeong-shin, come quickly and greet the envoy from the Celestial Empire."

echoed.

Among the women in the palace, a stunningly beautiful woman dressed in Goryeo palace attire slowly walked out. She was about sixteen or seventeen years old, which was the best age for marriage in this era.

As Yi Seong-gye's daughter, she may have been trained, as every move she made exuded an air of nobility and elegance.

"Qing Shen pays his respects to the envoy of the Celestial Empire."

The princess came before Zheng Yi and respectfully knelt down to pay her respects.

"Keep your head up."

Zheng Yi said in a deep voice.

The princess obeyed respectfully, daring not to be disrespectful.

After looking at it for a while, Zheng Yi nodded with great satisfaction.

"The King of Joseon".

"His Majesty has already arranged a marriage for your daughter."

“I am not a member of the Ming Dynasty’s royal family,” Zheng Yi said slowly.

Upon hearing that he was not a member of the Ming imperial family, Yi Seong-gye's expression changed, revealing a strong sense of disappointment.

If he were a member of the Ming Dynasty's royal family, his position would be even more secure. If his daughter were to marry the crown prince or even a legitimate member of the Ming Dynasty's royal family, she might even become the emperor of the Ming Dynasty in the future!

And he will become the father-in-law of the Ming Dynasty.

have to say.

Yi Seong-gye had absolutely no understanding of the Ming Dynasty, or rather, of China.

Bloodlines born from intermarriage with other races are considered the lowest of the low, even less than the sons of concubines born to maids. This applies not only to the royal family but also to some slightly larger families.

Non-my family, its heart must be different.

This is a tradition that has been passed down in China since ancient times.

"Who did His Majesty the Emperor of that Dynasty betroth his daughter to?" Yi Seong-gye asked with concern.

"The greatest general of our Ming Dynasty, the Champion Marquis who captured the emperor of the Northern Yuan alive."

"My Marquis of Champion of the Great Ming Dynasty has only one wife and no concubines."

"His Majesty the Emperor is considerate of the Marquis of Champion, and therefore has granted him this marriage."

"The King of Joseon should have no objection to the Emperor's arrangements, right?" Zheng Yi asked with a hint of scrutiny.

Upon hearing the words "Champion Marquis".

Yi Seong-gye's expression immediately changed, showing shock.

As a small vassal state relying on Liaodong, small news might not have reached them, but the fame of Marquis Zhu Ying was spread to Goryeo through merchants. Yi Seong-gye also frequently paid attention to news from the Ming Dynasty, and even had some spies in Liaodong. How could he not know who this Marquis Zhu Ying was?

"The reputation of the Marquis of Champion is as loud as thunder in my ears."

"If my daughter could marry the Marquis of Champion, it would be a match made in heaven by His Majesty the Emperor."

"Your Majesty, I am deeply grateful for your great favor," Yi Seong-gye said, his voice filled with emotion.

Yi Seong-gye was initially very disappointed, as he had not been able to marry into the Ming royal family. However, things have taken a turn for the better, and he is now able to marry the youngest and most outstanding military general in the Ming Dynasty, which seems to be a good thing.

At least in the future, he will be able to connect with the most powerful military generals of the Ming Dynasty.

"very good."

Seeing Li Chenggui's attitude, Zheng Yi nodded in satisfaction.

"The Emperor's Envoy."

"Today, I am deeply grateful for the great Ming Dynasty's dispatch of so many brave warriors and the presence of Your Majesty in person. I have already prepared a banquet in the palace. I would be honored to invite Your Majesty to join us. In a few days, Your Majesty will depart to return to the great Ming Dynasty," Yi Seong-gye respectfully invited.

"kindness."

Zheng Yi nodded and did not refuse.

This mission to Goryeo was not just for Yi Seong-gye's tribute. Now that Goryeo was a vassal state of the Ming Dynasty, it was natural to discuss business. For example, various goods from the Ming Dynasty could be exported to Goryeo, no, now Korea.

There is also the script of the Ming Dynasty.

In short.

He came here with a mission.

……

It has been more than a month since the Lunar New Year.

For Yingtian, there was not much change, but for the world, it was a huge change, especially in the northern frontier.

Because of the Northern Expedition, the Ming Dynasty has seized a lot of territory and gained a large population, all of which are now under the rule of the Ming Dynasty. The court officials formulate strategies, the emperor makes decisions, and many decrees are now being implemented.

The Zhu family mansion!

All is well.

Many of the guards who had been granted leave by Zhu Ying have already returned.

They take turns resting and taking time off.

After all, there is no longer any fighting.

Zhu Ying spent his days at home with nothing much to do but practice martial arts, take his son out to play, and spend time with his wife and children.

It was quite pleasant.

but.

Ultimately...

What frustrated Zhu Ying the most was...

Ever since she met Xu Miaojin and Mu Ya, they have been like ghosts, constantly coming to her residence, either looking for opportunities to watch her or pestering her Yu'er.

of course.

In the past month or so, Zhu Ying has also made some progress. For example, his wife has successfully returned to her ancestral home and no longer bears the surname Shen, but has reverted to her original surname, Liu. This also means that she has completely severed ties with the Shen family.

This can be considered as putting Zhu Ying's mind at ease.

The news of the family recognition ceremony spread widely under Zhu Ying's deliberate arrangement, and the Shen family, knowing this, dared not utter a sound and remained completely obedient.

A martial arts arena.

Zhu Yinggang stepped down from the martial arts stage after practicing his skills.

Xu Miaojin and Mu Ya immediately came over.

One handed over a towel, and the other handed over water.

That shows how concerned they are.

The guards around them all looked on with knowing expressions, but they were used to it, since the two girls had been in the manor for a long time and came every day.

Everyone could see that the two girls liked their master.

In this regard.

They were naturally happy to see it happen, and some of the bolder ones even directly called their second and third sisters-in-law.

This made the two women very happy.

"Brother Zhu Ying."

"When are we going horseback riding?" Xu Miaojin asked gently.

"Yes, let's go on a picnic."

“Sister Yu’er is pregnant now, so she should go out and relax,” Mu Ya immediately agreed.

Zhu Ying felt somewhat helpless in the face of the two women's enthusiasm.

"I'm talking to you two young ladies."

"I said it all."

"Even if you are interested in me, it's no use. Your families will not allow you to marry me as concubines, so don't even think about it."

“You come here every day, the news is already spreading. If it gets out completely, how will you ever get married?” Zhu Ying said helplessly.

These words.

He has said this many times.

I've been reborn into this era for so many years now.

This was the first time Zhu Ying had ever seen a woman pursue a man so intensely. Even when he and Yu'er were engaged, their relationship developed naturally and subtly, unlike the way the two women were behaving.

"Brother Zhu Ying."

"Ya'er and I have already agreed that I will marry no one but you in this lifetime," Xu Miaojin said with a smile.

Seeing Zhu Ying's helpless expression, she felt somewhat pleased and became quite playful.

"Yes."

"So you just have to obediently give in to us," Mu Ya echoed with a smile.

"Ugh."

Seeing the two women clinging to him like glue, Zhu Ying could only sigh.

after all.

Even if these two women really wanted to marry him, there was nothing he could do.

After all, their family background was what it was. Not to mention whether their family would agree, the emperor himself would not agree either.

As a man, Zhu Ying naturally wouldn't be at a disadvantage. If two stunning beauties threw themselves at him, he would be crazy to refuse. But since that path was blocked, there was no need for Zhu Ying to do it!

This time!

"father."

"I am back."

Zhu Wenxi's voice came from the side.

I heard my son's voice.

Zhu Ying immediately looked over.

"You've been going to the palace every day lately, aren't you afraid of bothering your imperial grandfather?"

Seeing his son return so happily, Zhu Ying also gave him a subtle reminder.

After all, this grandson is an adopted grandson, not a biological one.

Running there every day is outrageous.

"father."

"My grandfather told me to go and pay my respects to him every day."

"And he wants delicious food every day," Zhu Wenxi replied with a smile, the little guy sounding incredibly mature for his age.

"Don't listen to your father."

"Come to Second Aunt's place."

Xu Miaojin waved to Zhu Wenxi.

Zhu Wenxi did not refuse and quickly ran over.

Then, very politely, Mu Ya bowed to Xu Miaojin and said, "Greetings, Second Aunt; greetings, Third Aunt."

This title.

This clearly demonstrates the progress made by Xu Miaojin and her two daughters over the past two months.

"So nice."

Xu Miaojin patted Zhu Wenxi's little head with great affection.

I like Zhu Wenxi even more now, especially her face.

For Xu Miaojin and her two daughters, it was like reliving their childhood, when they would pester their brother Xiong Ying all day long, causing him endless headaches.

Now Zhu Ying looks exactly the same.

"Lord."

This time!

Liu Lei's voice came over, and he looked around but did not step forward to speak openly.

"Why don't you take care of him?"

"I have to go."

Seeing Liu Lei's appearance, Zhu Ying knew something was wrong, so he informed Xu Miaojin and the other woman, and then headed straight for the inner hall.

The two women naturally wouldn't try to stop anything.

We've arrived at the inner palace!

"Lord."

"I just received the message."

"Zhu Di has prepared many gifts, which have already arrived in Yingtian Prefecture. It seems that this time he really wants to cease hostilities with the Emperor," Liu Lei said respectfully.

"Zhu Di."

"This person is not simple; he wouldn't show kindness for no reason."

"Have the Black Guards keep an eye on the movements in Beiping Prefecture. Don't attempt to ambush or kill them for now."

"This matter has now reached Yingtian; it's big enough."

"The focus should still be on the Shen family. Have the Black Guards spread out to other prefectures. If they find any Shen family caravans, deal with them according to the old rules," Zhu Ying said coldly.

Shen family.

Zhu Ying will not let them go.

In Beiping Prefecture, Daning Prefecture, and even Liaodong, this is just the beginning.

The Shen family will never be destroyed!

That's not Zhu Ying's personality.

"Understood, sir." Liu Lei nodded respectfully.

"However, my lord."

"The people sent by Zhu Di should be arriving soon. When will His Majesty see them or not?" Liu Lei asked tentatively.

"See."

Zhu Ying smiled faintly: "If he dares to send someone, I will naturally meet with him."

"I also want to see what tricks he's up to."

Regarding Zhu Di.

This world.

Even Zhu Yuanzhang and his son Zhu Biao were unaware of Zhu Di's thoughts, but Zhu Ying knew.

Now that he suddenly wants to stop fighting, it's definitely not because he's afraid; there must be other reasons. Zhu Ying is naturally very curious about this.

……

Inside the palace!
Wenyuan Pavilion.

"Xi'er went back?"

Looking at Zhu Biao as he entered the hall, Zhu Yuanzhang asked with a smile.

"Luo Yang escorted him back," Zhu Biao replied with a smile, his face showing a kind expression.

"Take good care of him, and absolutely do not let anyone harm him. He is our great-grandson," Zhu Yuanzhang said very seriously.

Recently.

Zhu Yuanzhang had already seen a truth that further confirmed Zhu Ying's identity.

Around Zhu Wenxi's neck hangs a jade pendant with the character "Huai" that he once buried with his eldest grandson.

……

(End of this chapter)